€100,000 dedicated teenager hangout space planned in Waterford city

€100,000 in funding will be allocated to Waterford City & County Council for ‘Teen Space’ in Carrickphierish Recreation Park.

The space will deliver the first dedicated ‘Teenage Hangout Space’ in Waterford.

The area will provide an open hang out space, scattered informal seating, sheltered areas with minimal facilities for physical activity, music speaker posts, soft bond rubber area and a design that will allow for parkour movements.

Announcing the allocation, Minister Mary Butler said the initiative is providing teenagers with opportunities to spend time together in a place they can call their own.

“It is so encouraging to announce a project that will provide a safe, attractive place for young people to meet friends and spend time outdoors. This project will feature sheltered areas for all-weather use, comfortable seating, appropriate lighting, and accessible design.

“I am really encouraged that, through an evaluation process, which included representation from the Comhairle na nÓg National Executive, young people have played a key role in the development and evaluation of these recreational spaces. Great credit is also due to Sean Aylward, Chairperson of the Waterford Local Community Safety Partnership (WLCSP) and Eddie Mulligan, who have been a driving force behind this initiative.” 

(Funded by the Local Democracy Scheme)