Ramelton locals urged to have their say on flooding issues

Residents from Ramelton and the surrounding areas have an opportunity to have an input into decisions that could lead to flood prevention measures in the future.

They have been invited to take part in an event to examine a proposed Ramelton Flood Relief Scheme which will take place on Wednesday, June 21 in Ramelton Town Hall. The drop - in event will run from 4pm until 8pm and no appointment is necessary.

Members of the project team from Donegal County Council, the Office of Public Works and consultants, Byrne Looby are hosting the event.

The aim is to outline the flood risk to Ramelton from the river and tidal flooding both now and under climate change scenarios; gather the opinions of residents and stakeholders on how that flood risk should be managed into the future; discuss potential options for flood relief.

A key objective of the project is to develop and design a Flood Relief Scheme that is technically, socially, environmentally and economically acceptable.

In doing this, the team place priority on accounting for local knowledge, the rich heritage in the area, nearby projects, and the sensitivities of the surrounding environment in reaching the Preferred Option.

"We would encourage anyone with an interest in the future of the Ramelton area to come along, meet the team and discuss possible Scheme options. It is vital that the public and in particular local residents including interested groups, societies, clubs and projects engage with the project at this crucial point in the flood relief scheme development," a council spokesperson said.

When a preferred option has been identified, the project team will hold a public information event to let the public and stakeholders know how their input has been accounted for, before progressing to the statutory planning process.

You can visit www.countydonegalfrs.ie for more information.