Sinn Féin TD for Roscommon/Galway Claire Kerrane says she is in discussions with Roscommon County Council to secure the reopening of the sensory garden in Frenchpark.
“The sensory garden in Frenchpark is a wonderful amenity, but it’s been closed now for some time”, said Deputy Kerrane. “In particular, the local childcare facility is missing it”.
She added: “I have been engaging with Roscommon County Council for some time on getting the sensory garden reopened and work is now underway on a new lease agreement”.
Deputy Kerrane says she has also been working with local parents to make the case for the development of a playground.
“We are working towards funding for a playground for Frenchpark, which I believe is needed and could be co-located in what is a large site… where the sensory garden is located.
“I would hope we could also look at parking, as I know with the childcare facility and the fact the sensory garden is located in a housing estate, parking would be an issue should we get approval for a playground.
“In the meantime, I hope we can get the sensory garden reopened shortly”, she concluded.
