From: Conor Wilson Sent: 06 June 2002 18:47

To: support@s2s.ie

Subject: I second that.

Absolutely brilliant. This is an excellent addition to the cycling ’cause’ in Dublin. The only downside is that the resulting construction while tourist and recreation friendly will be extremely exposed (to wind) for cycling commuters. Maybe you could take this into account in you plans? Construction of small wind-breaks could turned into an attractive feature of s2s. Rugged ‘sea-breeze’ hardy trees and shrubbery? Small scale ‘wall’ sculptures etc.?

Keep it up! — Conor Wilson

From: ann_swift Sent: 07 June 2002 07:30

To: support@s2s.ie Subject:

Support I read with interest the publicity relating to your launch yesterday. Since returning from Chicago, where they have a fantastic ‘lake shore’ public amenity which runs the length of the city, it has always struck me how great a similar project for Dublin would be. I would be grateful if you could keep me up to date – I would be glad to help out in a small way if there was something I could usefully contribute.

With thanks

Ann Swift

From: John Fingleton Sent: 06 June 2002 20:30

To: info@s2s.ie Subject: S2S project

To whom it may concern I am thrilled by your proposal. I have made a similar suggestion to a number of politicians in the past, but had not put it together in writing, and lacked any sort of group or organisation to support it. The genesis of my idea came from Chicago where I lived and where there is an enormously successful path of over 20 miles along the lakeshore. It is one of the most notably attractive features of living in Chicago, even though it only gets used for 6 months a year because of the weather. In my own ideas, I thought that it would make sense to link the seafront path with paths out of Dublin along the tow paths of both canals. These are an excellent resource, but need to be cleaned up, but the rights of way exist, even without any difficult parts.

I even suggested that telecom companies might be interested in buying the space beneath them for ducting. The two paths offer an excellent prospect to switch people to commuting, as they are safely insulated from traffic. In many cases, there are bridges in place, so that there is no need to cross roads. A few details would increase the use of the amenity. a.. public drinking fonts along the route because people get dehydrated easily b.. adequate lighting for safety so they can be used at night c.. resources to keep them clean and tidy d.. a soft running surface alongside for public health reasons (can elaborate if necessary). e.. high quality surface that can also be used by roller-bladers Paths that can be used by runners, cyclists, roller bladers are best, because the multiple use makes the investment more justifiable and the mass of users makes them safer. However, they need to be wide and high quality. If they just copy the Phoenix Park model, it would be a disaster. I am tying this in an airplane having just read about it in the paper, so was not able to see your website in advance. Apologies if I have duplicated your work. Anyhow, I would be very happy to support your proposals if I can.

John Fingleton

From: john Sent: 06 June 2002 18:49

To: support@s2s.ie

Subject: s2s

i live in howth and use the cycle paths every day to commute to and from work ,i think your proposal is a great one and i fully support it .there is however one gripe i have ,along the route into town there are lamppost’s in the middle of the track and I have nearly been impaled upon the same posts on occasions ,i think these obstacles should be removed ,wishing you the very best on your campaign

yours john wickham.

From: Hugh Casement Sent: 06 June 2002 23:36

To: support@s2s.ie

Subject: Walkway Great idea, that I have been thinking about for years but of course doing nothing about it! Might be a good time to lobby the new Minister for Transport. Would certainly like to help in some way.

Hugh Casement

From: Kelvin Gillen Sent: 07 June 2002 09:54

To: support@s2s.ie

Subject: Support Read about yer S2S proposal in yesterday’s Times – thought it was a great idea !! Would definitely like to get involved, not really sure exactly in what capacity but am willing to help. Thanks again and good luck !!

Kelvin Gillen

From: Sue Carter Sent: 07 June 2002 10:57

To: info@s2s.ie

Hello

This is Sue Carter at the Dublin Life show, the afternoon lifestyle and cultural show at Newstalk. We’d be very interested in doing a feature on the show next week on the walkway, it sounds like a great topic to discuss. The focus of our show is lifestyle in Dublin and to date we have covered a lot of similarly-themed issues in the city. I’d love to arrange for someone from the project to come onto the show next week to talk about this so if you can contact me on 01 6445109 to discuss this further.

Regards Sue Carter

From: Anthony Sweetman Sent: 07 June 2002 17:13

To: support@s2s.ie

Subject: Link Bridge

To whom it may concern, I am fully supportive of your campaign to connect Sandycove and Sutton by means of a pedestrian / cycle bridge. I have long considered this concept, and believe it is overdue. I am an architect and Construction Project Manager, and would be interested in lending help to the project. I am due to leave Ireland for an overseas contract in Mid-August, but would be keen to contribute in the short term.

Regards,

Anthony H. Sweetman

From: Chris Mac Lochlainn Sent: 07 June 2002 23:42

To: support@s2s.ie

Subject: Proposed Route I wish to express my support for this proposal. It’s a marvellous idea and will be of tremendous benefit. I’d be happy to help out if I can be of use.

Chris Mac Lochlainn

From: Beth and Jane O’Halloran Sent: 08 June 2002 18:02

To: support@s2s.ie

Subject: Walkway What a fantastic idea! The most exciting plan for Dublin yet. What do you have to do next?

Jane O’Halloran