TALA NEWSLETTER June 2014
SAPA
I don’t have anything to update you on for the time being. SAPA appear determined to include Tala in the scheme [even to the extent of suggesting excluding parts of the village from the mains sewerage installation, but making everybody pay, even those excluded!]. What has come to light is that Cyprus has been given until 2025 to complete their sewerage installations by the European Union and we remain excluded until the end of 2016. We continue to press the case for our total exclusion and I will keep you posted.
NATURE PATH
We are currently looking at various proposals so that we can finalise the project and apply for EU funding.
NEW CEMETERY
I regret to advise that our application to have a cemetery on the proposed land has been rejected by the Ministry of Agriculture on the basis that the land in question is in an agricultural area.
I am trying to gain access to the Minister of Agriculture to try and have this decision reversed.
We have also looked at coming to an arrangement with another cemetery in the area, whereby Tala expats would be able to be interred at a special rate. Unfortunately, the ‘special rate’ they were looking for was very expensive so talks have come to a halt!
LOCAL IPT – NOW DUE FOR PAYMENT
[Not to be confused with the similarly named tax which is paid to the tax authorities in Paphos]
Anyone who has their title deeds is now due to pay this local tax at the Council Office. Demand notices are not currently issued and it is the responsibility of every property owner to settle their accounts. The amount payable is set annually by the Community Board up to a ceiling of 1% of the 1980 based valuation as recorded on individual title deeds. Those who, through choice or necessity, have yet to have their house cost included on their title deeds, only pay on the value of the land they hold title to.
It is hoped that with the new computer system reminders will be issued in the future.
GOVERNMENT COLLECTED IPT
This is the tax that until last year was only payable by those whose property in 1980 was valued in excess of €178,600. At the time of writing, central Government is looking to overhaul property taxes generally, but has said that as they have now identified many properties that were not included in the tax last year, everyone will pay less this year. Government hopes to advise what the rate of taxation will be shortly [if you remember the date for payment in 2013 was changed numerous times and was eventually by early November!]
FIRE HAZARD
Could I ask that everyone be on alert for fires. Due to the very dry winter, the Fire Office have warned us that the risk of fires is likely to start earlier this summer. As in previous years, the ‘fire watch staff’ will patrol around Tala so that they are immediately available should a fire break out and also to act as a deterrent to arsonists. Should you spot any sign of fire, please ring Daniel on 99 699125 or Nikos on 99 630613 for immediate attention.
REFUSE COLLECTION
Tala, works with the councils at Emba, Chloraka and Kissonerga regarding refuse collection. We have recently put the refuse collection service out to tender and, as a result, the service is with a new supplier from 1st June. Collection dates for Tala will remain unaltered, ie Monday and Thursday.
DOG LICENCES
If you have a dog, please remember that the licence fee is payable annually. Currently no reminders are issued.
Dog owners are required by law to:
- - register the dog – failure can incur a heavy fine
- - microchip the dog – again failure can incur a heavy fine
- - take the registration certificate and health book to the council office to obtain their dog licence.
- - display a sign on their gate to indicate that there is a dog on the premises
GARDEN WASTE SITE
This is just a reminder that if you have garden waste to dispose of you should contact the council office and make arrangements for the site to be opened for you, or to collect the key from the council office.
COUNCIL WEBSITE & BLOGSPOT
You can access the council website on www.thevillagexpress.com– click on the Union Jack and type in Tala for the relevant information.
There is also talanews.blogspot.com where you can subscribe if you wish to be notified of updates – at the top right hand corner you will see Follow by email – type in your email address and press submit and you will be notified when anything new is added to the site. From this site you can also reserve tickets for the various shows at the amphitheatre and pay and collect tickets on the door on the night.
EXERCISE CLASS FOR PEOPLE WITH MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDERS
Cyprus Sport Organisation would like to run a programme of exercises for people with the above [cervical syndrome, spine problems, problems with joints, ie shoulder, elbow and/or knee]. All classes will be taught by a trainer qualified in rehabilitation and special orthopaedic and muscular disorders.
The purpose of the programme is to provide general improvement, immediate or gradual restoration of one of the cited conditions, reduction in pain and psychological improvement.
Classes would start in September, but if you are interested you are asked to complete the attached form and return this to the council office. It is intended that classes will be held twice a week, after 5.30pm but we need to see how much interest there is. Registering an interest does not commit you to attending, but please let us know now if the classes are of interest to you. If you are overseas but wish to register an interest, the form can be completed, scanned and emailed to Cathi on toffee@primehome.com.
Participation fees would be €15 per month, or €45 per quarter [September to December, January to April] reducing to €25 for the third segment of May and June. Those over the age of 63 can join the programme free of charge by presenting their ID card.If you have questions on the scheme, please contact the Cyprus Sports Organisation between 0800 and 1300 on 26 936937. Alternatively, the head teacher, Mr Renos Georgiou, can be contacted on 99 211900.
BINGO
The Football Club are organising bingo in the square, every Wednesday at 8pm. All are welcome.
AMPHITHEATRE EVENTS
JUNE
14 – Ian G With Strings Attached – octet playing popular music, eg Beatles, ELO, Dire Straits, Metallica, etc. Tickets €10.
15, 16, 17 & 19 – Greek comedy. Tickets €15 for two persons. Starts 8.30pm.
18 – Barrie Rowe – from Glen Miller to Motown . Tickets €10.
20 & 22 – Rod Stewart tribute – back from the UK by popular demand. Tickets €12.50.
25 – Music tribute to Greek cinema. Tickets €7.00.
27 & 28 – ‘Moon Dust’ classic and modern dancing by School of Arts. Tickets €10 for adults, or €5 for children. Starts 7.30pm.
29 - Charity Dancing Festival from Aphrodite, Geroskipou. Tickets €5.
JULY
11 & 14 - Bee Gees tribute from the UK – tickets €12.50.
18 - Greek theatre. Tickets €8. Starts 8.30pm.
25 - Greek theatre. Tickets €8. Starts 8.30pm.
26 - Roxy Music/Bryan Ferry tribute direct from the UK, together with Karen Kendall Covers. Tickets €12.50 available shortly.
AUGUST
3 - Greek music and dance by Aenaon. Tickets €15 for 2 persons. Starts 8.30pm .
7 - Greek theatre. Tickets €15 for 2 persons. Starts 8.30pm.
8 - Simon & Garfunkel tribute from UK. Tickets €12.50 available shortly.
12 – Greek theatre. Entrance €5
29 - Papageorghiou String Quartet putting a classical spin on modern music . Tickets €10 available shortly.
31 - Andreas Artemis – Greek music. Tickets €10.
SEPTEMBER
5 & 7 - Sister Act and Supremes Motown Magic direct from the UK. Tickets €12.50 available shortly.
18 - Classical concert by the Cyprus Symphony Orchestra. More information available in due course.
19, 24 & 27 - Jersey Boys – back by popular demand. Tickets €12.50 available shortly.
OCTOBER
4 - Cliff Richard and the Shadows from the UK. Tickets €12.50 available shortly. Show will start at 7.30pm.
Amphitheatre shows – tickets can be pre-booked with Cathi on toffee@primehome.comor via talanews.blogspot – click on Book tickets on the header. Tickets also available from SoEasy Kiosk in Stephanie.
Start times of shows – doors open 7pm and shows start 8pm unless shown otherwise.
Next newsletter 15 September
Areti Pieridou
CYPRUS SPORT ORGANISATION
WITHIN THE PROGRAMME ‘SPORTS FOR ALL’
EXERCISE FOR PEOPLE WITH MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDERS
[Cervical syndrome, spine problem, problems at joints – shoulder – elbow – knee]
Cyprus Sports Organisation would like to inform you that within the programme ‘Sports for All’ it will be running the programme ‘Exercise for people with musculoskeletal disorders’, which will be taught by a trainer qualified in rehabilitation and special orthopaedic and muscular disorders.
PURPOSES OF THE PROGRAMME
- Generally to improve the problem
- Immediate or gradual restoration of one of the above cited conditions
- The improvement of psychology
- Reducing pain
The above programme will begin in Tala village and it will be held at a place which will be agreed, on days and times also to be agreed. The days and times will be advised as soon as the required number of entries is completed. The classes will be held twice a week after 5.30pm.
Head teacher of physical education and rehabilitation is Mr Renos Georgiou, Tel No 99 211900.
Participation fees [September – December] €45 per quarter, or €15 per month.
If you are interested in participating in the above programme, please fill in the application form and take into Tala Council office.
FOR MEMBERS FROM 4 YEARS OLD TO 70 YEARS OLD, INSURANCE COVERAGE IS PROVIDED FROM CYPRUS SPORT ORGANISATION.
Members above the age of 63 years old can join the programme for free by presenting their ID card.
ENTRY APPLICATION
EXERCISE FOR PEOPLE WITH MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDERS
2014-2015
Full Name/Surname ……………………………………………………………………………………………………….
Date of Birth ……………………………………………… Age …………………………………………
Postal Address ………………………………………………………………………………………………………
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Phone No ……………………………………. Email ……………………………………………………
Health Condition – Please declare if you are facing any health condition problems
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I declare that I am a permanent resident of …………………………………. Municipality/Village and I do not participate in any other Cyprus Sport Organisation programme that the Community/village are sponsoring.
ID Card No ………………………………… Signature …………………………………………….Date …………………..
PARTICIPATION FEE | First semester [Sept, Oct, Nov, Dec] | Second semester [Jan, Feb, Mar, April] | Third – 2 months [May & June] | Monthly Fee |
Exercise for people with musculoskeletal disorders | €45 per quarter | €45 per quarter | €25 for 2 months | €15 per month |
For more information and enquiries please apply to:
Cyprus Sport Organisation – between the hours of 0800 and 1300 – Tel 26 936937