The activity report for the period 2014–2019 (in Greek) constitutes a detailed account of the five-year term of the Local Community of Doliche, compiled by its then President, Evangelos V. Tsaknakis. The report is structured around three main axes: the existing situation (“Where are we?”), the goals that were set (“Where do we want to go?”), and the means of achieving them (“How will we get there?”).
What follows is a summary of the main points drawn from the sources:
1. Historical and Administrative Identity
Doliche (formerly Douchlista) has a long history and was incorporated into the Greek state after the Balkan Wars. Since 2011, it has constituted a local community within the Municipality of Elassona. Its population shows clear signs of ageing, as a personal census conducted in 2018 recorded 319 permanent residents, 54.85% of whom were over 60 years of age.
2. Infrastructure and Everyday Life
• Water Supply (the most critical issue): The most serious problem facing the community is the unsuitability of drinking water due to high nitrate concentrations, which often exceed 80 mg/l (with the legal limit set at 50 mg/l). Despite efforts to mix water from different boreholes (“Xyrolakki” and “Kalogiros”), a definitive solution through the drilling of a new borehole remained pending at the time the report was compiled.
• Flood Protection: The area was affected by destructive floods in 2014 and 2016, which caused damage to infrastructure and homes. A study for a new stormwater drainage pipeline has been prepared, but funding was still being sought.
• Road Network: While rural roads are maintained at a satisfactory level, the internal road network has suffered severe damage due to flooding, rendering the streets dangerous.
3. Social Welfare and Administration
• Rural Medical Office: The facility was upgraded with new equipment (computers, internet access) and donations of medical supplies, and now operates regularly to serve local residents.
• Local Community Office: The President undertook the renovation and equipping of the community office, and an official website (doliche.gr) was also created.
• Achievements: Positive outcomes include the creation of a new certified children’s playground, the free distribution of products to residents, and social support for vulnerable groups.
4. Culture and Tourism Potential
Doliche is home to important monuments, such as the archaeological site of “Kastri” and the Byzantine Church of the Transfiguration of the Savior (16th century). The report emphasizes the need to protect these monuments from vandalism and to promote them through the “Perrhaebian Tripolis” festival, with the aim of enhancing the area’s tourism profile as part of the broader “brand name” of Mount Olympus.
Conclusion
The report concludes that while everyday administrative issues are being addressed, serious pending issues remain with regard to major technical projects (water supply, flood protection, road infrastructure). The author proposes a strategy based on the common good and the promotion of the area’s comparative advantages, with the goal of improving the quality of life.
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