I fully support the need for a large public park for Ashbournes ever growing population. For too long this town has been forgotten about when it comes to the provision of open park space. This park should be public open space and not private sports grounds.

This park should be designed with an emphasis on providing a natural habitat, which will enhance biodiversity and as such bring great enjoyment for the residents of Ashbourne. With the creation of this park Meath County Council have an opportunity to reach climate and biodiversity enhancement targets outlined in their biodiversity and climate action plans! This holistic  thinking will help show that Meath County Council are taking the social recreational needs of Ashbourne residents seriously whilst also enhancing biodiversity. Bear in mind the park should be adequate for the large population of Ashbourne and some foresight for its ever growing population with regards to its scale.

Regards

Jason