Time is running out for those who want to have their say on Killarney’s future with members of the public encouraged to take part in a town sentiment survey.

An opportunity to have opinions heard at a decision-making level has arisen via an online Killarney Community Sentiment Survey, organised by Killarney Chamber of Tourism and Commerce in consultation with Killarney Municipal District Council, with the public being asked to share their views on what the town’s infrastructural, commercial and community priorities should be.

Some of the questions asked include:

What are your views on pedestrianisation in Killarney? How to you rate the retail offering in and around the town?

Post-COVID, do you expect the frequency of your visits to the shops to change? What kind of new stores would you like to see setting up in town?

Killarney Chamber of Tourism and Commerce President, Niall Kelleher, said it is imperative that as many people as possible have their say on what changes they would like to see as Killarney emerges from the pandemic.

“Opinions on a whole range of issues that could impact on the town’s progress are being sought and the results of the survey, which is completely anonymous, will be analysed by an independent third party to get a full and complete snapshot of local opinion,” he said.

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Public views on the Safe Streets project, accessibility and the standard of age-friendly and disability parking facilities are among the topics included and respondents will also be asked to outline what way their shopping habits have changed during the pandemic and how they feel COVID-19 will impact on their retail preferences going forward.

“An effort will also be made to determine the level of use of facilities in Killarney National Park and just how important the park is to the local people. Views will also be sought on plans to introduce a number of new cycle paths in and around the town,” Mr Kelleher said.

The opinion of the people is also being requested on issues such as public lighting, signage, litter and refuse and what steps can be taken locally to impact on concerns about climate change.

To complete the fully confidential survey, which will take just a few short minutes, go to:
https://wh1.snapsurveys.com/s.asp?k=163215380159