230310CNPAPerfCtteePaper3Paths

This document contains an overview of the approach being developed to prioritize maintenance of the Cairngorms National Park's path network. The Cairngorms National Park Authority (Park Authority) is asking the Performance Committee to note the proposed process for identifying future path maintenance priorities. The Park Authority has a statutory duty to produce a Core Path Plan which defines a system of paths that are considered sufficient for the purpose of giving the public reasonable access throughout their area. The Park Authority uses ranger services along with a new Geographic Information System (GIS) to keep track of maintenance needs, improvements, and any potential hazards. The Park Authority also provides support to other groups, such as community groups, that undertake a path project.