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July 20, 2021 in Announcements

The Geroskipou seafront: an enticing destination!

 

With the aim of enhancing the quality and appearance of the Geroskipou seafront, as well as providing facilities to improve accessibility for people with mobility difficulties, the Municipality of Geroskipou continues to carry out projects and initiatives, proving once again that Geroskipou is an enticing summer destination for both locals and visitors from abroad.

As part of the effort to upgrade the seafront’s amenities, modern sanitary facilities were recently completed near the area’s three Snack Bars, and street lighting was reinforced, while within the coming days the tender process for the supply and installation of exercise equipment along the beach will be concluded.

Specifically, 22 pieces of exercise equipment suitable for outdoor use and a seaside environment are expected to be installed at four different points along the beach, allowing visitors to now enjoy a complete experience on the shores of Geroskipou.

In addition, with particular sensitivity towards people with disabilities, the Municipality of Geroskipou, through projects and interventions, aims to improve their daily lives by creating a more welcoming environment for all.

To this end, it is ensuring equal access to the sea and the area’s seafront by carrying out projects that improve accessibility to the beaches for people with disabilities.

At the same time, it is harnessing the development potential of the area’s seafront on terms of sustainability and social justice, thereby contributing to the development of tourism for people with disabilities in the Municipality’s seaside area.

 

 

 

July 14, 2021 in Announcements

Unveiling of the Monument to Democracy and Resistance 1974

The unveiling of the Monument to Democracy and Resistance 1974 will take place tomorrow, 15 July 2021, on the day of the black anniversary of the Coup.

The unveiling of the Monument will be performed by the former President of the House of Representatives, Mr Giannakis Omirou, at 11.00 a.m.

The Monument is located next to the entrance of the Old Silk Mill (former Geroskipou National Guard Recruit Training Centre).

July 8, 2021 in Announcements

Meetings of the Mayor with the Members of Parliament for Paphos

The Mayor of Geroskipou, Michalis Pavlides, held meetings with the Members of Parliament for the District, during which various matters of concern to the Local Authority were put forward for discussion, in a joint effort to advance and resolve them.

Among the matters raised for discussion was the issue of Local Government Reform, which is a high priority for the Municipality of Geroskipou. The Mayor reiterated the Municipality’s desire for the creation of a Municipality of Geroskipou and Eastern Paphos.

At the same time, he congratulated the District’s Members of Parliament on their election and wished them every success in their work, noting that he looks forward to a close and constructive cooperation between them in order to set the town on a course of development and progress.

July 6, 2021 in Announcements

Municipality of Geroskipou Summer Camp

For the 20th year, the Municipality of Geroskipou planned and organised a summer camp for Year 6 children of the Geroskipou Primary Schools, as well as for first-year Gymnasium students who had not had the opportunity to take part in 2020 owing to the pandemic.
The campers (36 in number) departed for Protaras on 28 June and returned on 2 July.
The Municipality of Geroskipou camp featured a rich programme of educational and recreational activities with full board.
The greater part of the costs of running the programme was borne by the Municipality of Geroskipou as part of its social contribution.

July 6, 2021 in Announcements

DUTIES OF DOG OWNERS

The Municipality of Geroskipou informs all its residents that, under the Dogs Law, every dog owner is required to obtain a dog-keeping licence from the Municipality of Geroskipou.
To be issued with a dog-keeping licence, the following must be submitted:
1. A health certificate or health booklet for the dog, issued by a registered veterinarian.
2. Proof that the dog has been fitted with an identification microchip.
3. A registration certificate from the State Veterinary Services.
A dog owner is any person, at least sixteen years of age, who holds a dog-keeping licence from the Municipality of Geroskipou and has the dog under their care. The dog’s living conditions must not pose any risk to public health, safety or human well-being. In addition, the dog owner must display a sign at the entrance to their premises reading “BEWARE OF DOG”, and must ensure that their dog does not cause a nuisance or roam freely in other areas.
OFFENCES AND PENALTIES
Under the Law, any person who—
(a) keeps a dog without a keeping licence, or a dog that is not registered and microchipped,
(b) keeps a dog in breach of the provisions of this Law,
(c) takes any action intended to deceive, or capable of deceiving, the Competent Authority or the Director in the registration or inspection of dogs under this Law,
(d) abandons their dog or fails to take the appropriate measures to prevent it from escaping or getting away,
(e) allows or tolerates their dog, which they own or have under their care, to—
(i) make noise through loud and continuous barking that causes a nuisance to the public,
(ii) foul or contaminate any place with faeces without collecting them,
(iii) roam freely on a public road or in any public place without being on a leash, or in a place belonging to another person without that person’s consent,
(f) breaches the provisions of this Law in any way,
is guilty of an offence and, upon conviction, is liable to imprisonment or a fine, or both.
It is emphasised that the Municipality of Geroskipou will proceed with legal action against all dog owners who have not obtained the required dog-keeping licence once ten (10) days have elapsed from the publication of this announcement.
For further information, interested parties may contact the Health Department of the Municipality of Geroskipou on 26960863 and 26961400.

July 6, 2021 in Announcements

Unveiling of the Monument to Democracy and Resistance 1974

The Municipality of Geroskipou is completing the Monument to Democracy and Resistance 1974 these days, fulfilling a request by the Association of Resistance Fighters of Geroskipou.
The unveiling of the Monument will be performed by the former President of the House of Representatives, Mr Yiannakis Omirou, on Thursday 15 July 2021 at 11:00 a.m.
The Monument is located next to the entrance of the Old Silk Mill (former KEN Geroskipou).

June 30, 2021 in Announcements

Departmental inspections for responsible use of water

The Municipality of Geroskipou informs the public that, following complaints about the wasteful use of drinking water outdoors, Municipal Departmental staff will be carrying out inspections throughout the day in order to ensure its responsible use.

Water, as a fundamental good for humanity, is one of the most important natural resources. It is the main means through which climate change affects the earth’s ecosystems and, consequently, the lives of us all.

Let us learn to use it properly.

June 28, 2021 in Announcements

UNVEILING OF THE MONUMENT TO DEMOCRACY & RESISTANCE 1974

Invitation

The Mayor and Members of the Municipal Council of Geroskipou

invite you to honour with your presence

the Unveiling of the Monument to Democracy and Resistance 1974,

on Thursday 15 July 2021 at 11.00 a.m.

The Unveiling of the Monument will be performed

by the former President of the House of Representatives, Mr Yiannakis Omirou.

The Monument is located next to the entrance of the Old Silk Mill (former Geroskipou National Guard Training Centre).

June 24, 2021 in Announcements

TENDER NOTICE NO. 29/2021 “PROCUREMENT OF SERVICES OF A SCIENTIFIC ASSOCIATE FOR THE M.P.T.”

 

The Municipality of Geroskipou is accepting expressions of interest for the procurement of the services of specialised scientific personnel – a Scientific Associate on a contract-for-work basis, in order to staff the Geroskipou Municipal Prevention Team (M.P.T.).

The professional will work a flexible weekly schedule totalling 20 working hours, depending on the needs that arise.

The required qualifications of the professional for this Contract are:

  1. A Higher Education degree in Psychology or Social Work
  2. Registration in the Register of Registered Psychologists or in the Register of the Council for the Registration of Social Work Professionals of Cyprus
  1. A valid Licence to Practise the Profession
  1. Proven experience of 3 years relevant to prevention, drug addiction and community work

For further information and to obtain the Tender Documents, interested parties may contact the Services of the Municipality of Geroskipou, Geroskipou Square, P.O. Box 63015, 8201 Geroskipou, tel. +357 26.962.324, fax: +357 26 961247.

Tenders shall be submitted in accordance with the Terms of the Tender in a sealed envelope, clearly marked Tender for “PROCUREMENT OF SERVICES OF A SCIENTIFIC ASSOCIATE FOR THE M.P.T.” No. 29/2021 no later than 12.00 noon, local time, 16/07/2021, in the Tender Box of the Municipality of Geroskipou (entrance of the Municipal Hall, Agia Paraskevi Square, P.O. Box 63015, Postal Code 8201, Geroskipou, Tel 26962324, Fax. 26961247).

The terms of the tender are posted under the “Tenders” category.

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