To: Galway County Council, Minister Sean Canney, Minister Noel Grealish
Install traffic calming and pedestrian crossing in Lackagh Village
Install traffic calming and pedestrian crossing in Lackagh Village
Why is this important?
"There were 18 fatalities on Galway roads in 2025, which was a significant increase (360%) compared to 5 deaths in 2024. This made Galway one of the counties with the highest road fatality rates per capita in Ireland during that year." This was reported in the Connaught Tribune earlier this year.
Lackagh Village, has grown into a vibrant community. Every day, a large volume of traffic speeds through our Village, and this has become a significant concern for the safety and well-being of our residents - young and old.
In particular, Lackagh is home to important community fixtures such as our local school, supermarket, and church, all of which are positioned along this busy road. Additionally, our Village footpath is used daily by walkers, runners, and those traveling to hurling and football. With so many people relying on this pathway, the lack of traffic calming measures and a pedestrian crossing is a real hazard and an accident waiting to happen, given that people are constantly crossing the road to gain access to main amenities.
It is crucial for us to address these safety concerns before it is too late. We need to improve the quality of life for everyone in Lackagh Village. We are calling on our local politicians to take immediate action by installing traffic calming measures and a much-needed pedestrian crossing. This will not only protect the safety of our children, elderly residents, and families but also preserve the community's sense of security and peace.
By signing this petition, you will help convey to our political representatives that the safety of our community is non-negotiable. Let's encourage them to take serious steps in ensuring Lackagh Village is safer and more accessible for all. Please show your support by signing today, and together, we can make a difference.
In particular, Lackagh is home to important community fixtures such as our local school, supermarket, and church, all of which are positioned along this busy road. Additionally, our Village footpath is used daily by walkers, runners, and those traveling to hurling and football. With so many people relying on this pathway, the lack of traffic calming measures and a pedestrian crossing is a real hazard and an accident waiting to happen, given that people are constantly crossing the road to gain access to main amenities.
It is crucial for us to address these safety concerns before it is too late. We need to improve the quality of life for everyone in Lackagh Village. We are calling on our local politicians to take immediate action by installing traffic calming measures and a much-needed pedestrian crossing. This will not only protect the safety of our children, elderly residents, and families but also preserve the community's sense of security and peace.
By signing this petition, you will help convey to our political representatives that the safety of our community is non-negotiable. Let's encourage them to take serious steps in ensuring Lackagh Village is safer and more accessible for all. Please show your support by signing today, and together, we can make a difference.
