Feb
9
Public Meeting on Proposed Airport Runway Extension
February 9, 2007 | Leave a Comment
Over 100 people attended a public meeting in Strandhill last night to show their concern over the proposed new 270 metre eastward extension of the runway into Dorrins Strand.
Chaired by Alfie Parkes, representatives from the Airport Board as well as those directly affected by the developments made statements on their positions.
A lively debate ensued from the floor. All of those who spoke were unanimous in their hopes that the runway can be extended, but threw serious doubt on the decision to extend east. The quality of the EIS (Environmental Impact Statement) was questioned by a number of well qualified individuals, as was the apparent decision by the board to choose the less expensive option. For the record, the option to develop west into the Atlantic is apparently technically possible – but at least double the price (€10.2m).
A lively and passionate evening – this one has a long way to go.
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