Appendix 5 High Level Goal 5: Safe, Accessible and Resilient Neighbourhoods
Submission source Summary of Issue Raised relevant to this High-Level Goal o Dedicated age friendly toilet facilities o Dedicated age friendly green spaces
o Ensure adequate lighting across the city especially in walking spaces
Accessibility o Ensure shops and businesses are accessible to those with mobility challenges or those who use the aid of wheelchairs/walking aids etc. o Ensure sign posting is adequate o Heavy doors are opened or replaced with an electronic alternative Social Inclusion o the introduction of initiatives to reduce crime and anti-social behaviour with increased visibility of gardaí on streets o Offer more age friendly activities and initiatives to combat loneliness Civic Participation and Employment o Creating employment and volunteering opportunities o Ensuring that those in employment have the opportunity to access upskilling and training This submission suggests the following changes to the Objectives for High Level Goal 5 (suggested changes in bold ) Objective 5.1: Develop and support Cork as a Child Friendly, Age Friendly City and Trauma Sensitive City through the structures and partnerships which underpin safety and wellbeing in our city.
5.2.11 Cork Healthy Cities Steering Group
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