Good evening, ladies and Gentlemen.
. I am delighted to welcome you all to our Annual General Meeting of 2022
On returning from yet another lockdown towards the end of 2021 with covid restrictions. The Community Centre came to life with a multitude of projects.; there were now weddings or parties, usual bookings of the slimming club and other organisations. The social club burst into action with a multitude of visiting acts and entertainment. Thanks to the new inspired volunteers now in place.
We needed to rejuvenate our income from the lack of bookings from the previous two years, and loss of the income from bookings.
The staffing situation changed and I would like to thank our previous members of staff in the social club Dawn and Brian who were furloughed during the pandemic and went on to retire and to different employment.
I would like to thank everyone on the club management committee, staff and volunteers for their hard work throughout the past twelve months, in addition to numerous others who have given their time freely and willingly to help the club function as smoothly as possible whilst preparing for all the openings after the last lockdown.
We have faced numerous challenges over the last twelve months. There are now new members on the management committee who have brought fresh inspiration and ideas to the management of both the community centre and social club.
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Areas of the community centre has been decorated.
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New doors have been put in place and although some have been removed, they may have to be replaced under health and safety (fire) regulations.
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The main hall I hope you will agree has benefited from the decoration for weddings and social events.
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There are plans to rejuvenate the kitchen, a new door will be installed for easier DDA access and the end meeting room will incorporate to become a dining area for a social café.
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At the moment we are scorching finance to have the roof of the building replaced. Unfortunately, the structure requires updating and after extensive consideration and surveys, the roof requires a total replacement. Most of the finances has been covered by reserves ….
…………..and grants from ..…………………………
and…………………….. the St Stephen parish community fund has awarded £16,480 which will be given when proof of the whole finance is in place. Finally, a small loan may be required to ensure the total finance will be achieved. This process has not been handled lightly and members have worked hard to ensure the best value for money is given.
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The membership of the social club has flourished.
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I am happy to see the pantomime will be returning this year.
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We looking forward to the future with some degree of confidence.
Club Finances - As always, it requires a lot of hard work to keep the club on track financially. Our major revenue streams continue to be from members, bookings and bar takings. Hopefully we will continue to see an increase in revenues from venue hire and functions.
Like most years this one has had its challenges! I have been blessed with a wonderful rejuvenated Management Committee and Social Committee who has worked together as volunteers and a strong and supportive team. Thank you to them and to the many villagers who have also given so much. However, if any members of the public feel that they wish to contribute a little time we are always looking for new members.
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Keith WH Wonnacott MBE Chairman of the Community Centre
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