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2021-03-31-accounts

www.kclweb.org Registered Charity Number: 1162461

Chairs Report

A report for the Trustees April 1[st] 2020 – March 31[st] 2021

This report has been prepared and submitted by the Chair of Trustees of Kegworth Community Library. The views expressed are those of the Chair and not necessarily of the other Trustees until the report has been authorised at the AGM.

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Index
Page Number Section Heading
2 Index
3 Key Points
4 Library Performance 1
5 Our Activities
6 Compliments/Complaints
6 Near Misses and Accidents
7 Volunteers
8 Financial Performance
9 Income Generation
9 Risk Management
10 Progress Update
11 Future Plans
12 LCC Support
14 Property & Compliance
17 And Finally
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Key Points

An overview of key highlights and issues that arose in the period under review

Kegworth Community Library (KCL) is a small library at the heart of the village. In February 2016 it was reopened as a community managed library (CML) run by a band of enthusiastic and capable Trustees and volunteers. By the end of March 2021 the trustees numbered 5 and the volunteers 24.

It has been quiet year with the library closed for the majority of the time due to the COVID pandemic. Finances have continued to be soundly managed and we have a healthy bank balance with resources to cover 3 years of costs. Fundraising and the quarterly grant from Leicestershire County Council (LCC) underpin this success. Volunteer numbers were stable and we continued to use the ‘Three Rings’ volunteer management application. It was with profound regret we learned of the death of one our volunteers who designed, installed and ran our IT system with his son. Our deepest sympathies go to his family.

Sadly, after the forced closure in March 2020 the library has been unable to return to running six shifts a week.

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Library Performance

Annual Library Book Loans

Monthly loan figures provided by LCC.

Month Book Loans New
Members		 Month Book Loans New
Members
**April *** 2 - October 62 2
**May *** 3 - **November *** 22 0
**June *** - - December 41 1
July 28 15 **January *** 5 3
August 44 4 **February *** 3 1
September 57 7 **March *** 2 7

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Monthly Visitors

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Month Total Best Daily Month Total Best Daily
April * - n/a October 132 22
May * - n/a November * 23 n/a
June * - n/a December 124 29
July 102 19 January * - n/a
August 113 19 February * - n/a
September 165 29 March * - n/a
Again the figures are considerably affected by the Covid-19 restrictions and closures.
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KCL’s Community Activities

The majority of our activities have been suspended however two have survived and thrived the ‘Pop-up Book & Jigsaw Table’ and the ‘Gardening Group’. We have also advertised access to computers and photocopying with clients making an appointment, this was one of the few activities that conformed to Government guidelines.

These activities contributed over £1200 towards our running costs. Thank you Kegworth!

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Although the first closure for COVID19 stopped all activities the free Jigsaw loan was continued by one trustee as an extension of her community support role – thank you again.

Summary of Complaints/Compliment

There has been one written complaint in this period. This was to LCC who had contacted our neighbour about cutting down parts of the Ash tree that overhangs the property. He replied and was concerned about the ivy, which originated on his side now growing rampant. He continued his verbal assault to our volunteers about access to the carpark, LCC have not challenged him on this and have not offered the library support against our verbally abusive and threatening neighbours who have also caused criminal damage in the past.

KCL have contacted the police on numerous occasions as Trustees have not been able to access the carpark due to parking on the increasingly invisible solid white line.

Summary of Public/Volunteer Accidents

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There have been no recorded accidents or near misses in this period.

Volunteers

We continue to retain a keen and willing band of volunteers which number 24. The ‘3rings’ application enables us to keep in regular contact with volunteers, as do the noticeboard, face-book and the website along with regular witty articles in the local press.

The number of volunteers who regularly help with the running of the library, even with the pandemic, is still 13. Our volunteer pool is skewed towards British, females who are retired.

The Trustees recognise that many groups, are under-represented and would welcome applications from anyone wishing to help run the library.

We have a willing band who work behind the scenes to ensure we are clean, tidy and conform to Health & Safety regulations and are able to be called upon when problems arise.

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Financial Performance

The Annual Return is attached as supplied to the Charities Commission form C116a.

Cash held as at 31[st] March 2021 £27 259 Borrowings as at 31[st] March 2021 £0.00 Capital Investments Plans None Staffing 0 Employees Financial Position Excellent Grants from LCC £2644 Kegworth Parish Council £0.00

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North West Leicestershire District Council All Council Tax charges waived

We are aware that we maintain a very high cash balance with respect to our out-goings and future plans and have discussed options. Interest rates as low as they are and the possibility of negative inflation rate have encouraged us to leave our money in the Coop current account. If the current situation continues and LCC withdraw monetary support as planned we have enough funds for 5 years with a tight budget. NWLDC offered Covid financial support but this was not judged to be needed. No grants were applied for.

Income Generation

NWLDC is continuing to waive Council Tax.

The Library will continue to play host to local Art Exhibitions.

The Trustees will continue to pursue external grants where appropriate.

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Risk Management

A review of risk is carried out regularly by a Trustee and plans updated as necessary. There are currently still three issues of importance although not of high risk, the decomposing kitchen floor tiles which contain asbestos, the overhanging Ash tree which drops significant sized branches and the roof. LCC have been made repeatedly aware of these problems for nearly two years.

The risk of the library being forced to close due to a lack of Trustees is now high and imminent.

As occupiers/managers of the library we are aware of our responsibilities for the safety of people in the library and in particular under fire safety legislation (RRO 2005).

Progress Update on 2020/21 Plans

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o We were able to do this from July 2020 until December 2021. Covid Operating procedures were introduced and on the two days we opened (Tuesday and Friday, 2 - 4 pm) we worked in bubbles.Use family or friendship ‘bubbles’ to run a shift.

o These have been updated.

o A return to normal is far from certain however we are running two shifts per week and as restrictions ease we will add more.

o This has been one of the two positive outcomes of the year. The garden is looking amazing!

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Future Plans

This year’s plans have to reflect the effect of the COVID pandemic. The library is unlikely to fully open until summer 2021.

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LCC Support

Premises

LCC are responsible for the external fabric of the building and grounds. The grass and garden area have been regularly maintained although now KCL have a garden group who have planted a dazzling array that improves both the soil and visual look of the garden. The Ash tree which overhangs the property is looking increasingly fragile and help has been requested. Our building is old for the type of materials and life expectancy of such a construction. A survey of the flat roof, following a leak in the library suggested it was time to replace it. KCL have not seen the results of this survey.

ICT-LMS

This has continued to work virtually without issue this year. Downtimes were minimal and when planned we were informed.

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Our own computer system is regularly updated and this year saw further improvements in hardware as well as the scheduled software updates. Very sadly we saw the death of the lead volunteer responsible for our system which we profoundly regret. Our thanks go to his son who continues to maintain the computers and comes quickly when a problem is experienced.

Book Stock

We adhere to all LCC guidelines with the book stock. Once again we have a small group who ensure that our books look neat and tidy adding to the calm ambience in the library. The books are easy to browse as regular editing and auditing happens. KCL try to display books enticingly and make regular changes that invite browsing. Hub Support (Loughborough)

The volunteers have praised the help from the Loughborough Hub – always pleasant and supportive. CML Support Officer

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Throughout we have excellent support from our named officer. She has been there to answer our queries, keep us up to speed with any changes and library related issues. KCL have come to realise that the LCC gets things done although at their own rate and in their own quintessential manner. The abuse from neighbours has not been dealt with satisfactorily and I feel unsupported.

Additional Training

Due to the restrictions there has been no additional training delivered by LCC.

Property & Compliance

KCL working with LCC have maintained and steadily improved the library both internally and externally. It has included: new heating, updated door opening mechanism, planting, thorough spring clean, locking and securing carpark. Issues that have arisen are the overhanging Ash tree dropping significant branches on the footpath (which is a designated fire exit route),

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the flat roof needs replacing and finally the door is still not functioning properly.

Managing Risk and Compliance

Fire: Alarm Testing & Extinguisher (This was late occurring due to the restrictions)

Electrical

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Water

Emergency Lighting

Automatic Door Servicing

Other

Electrical inspections and Asbestos Surveys are conducted every five years in accordance with LCC advice. A thorough inspection and removal was carried out in October 2019 prior to the installation of the heating system leaving only the asbestos in the floor tiles. Due to the current situation this needs completing.

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The Electrical Fixed Installation Testing was carried out in November 2016 by an approved LCC contractor. The next testing will be due in November 2021.

KCL have negotiated with NWLDC for the removal of waste. KCL have agreed to buy back the following Soft FM from LCC:

LCC continue to provide basic grounds maintenance FOC under the terms of our lease.

KCL employed ‘Maids4you’ to deep clean the library prior to opening.

Finally from the Chair

This has been a shockingly quiet year with few events of note. Once again it is the many volunteers who help run the library, giving it a calm, welcoming

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ambience however it is the Trustees who are the backbone for what we do. I find there is little thanks but many willing to give their advice for improvement, which although well-intentioned, does not get things done. As a group of Trustee’s we get things done and have been doing so for many years now. In these difficult times you all need a huge thank you and a pat on the back (all socially-distanced of course).

Thank you so much …..

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by Unknown Author is licensed under Nicola Mullins, May 2021.

Attachments

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Business of KCL Risk Assessment

C116a Financial Return for the Charities Commission

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Charity Name No (if any) Kegworth Community Library 1162461

Receipts and payments accounts

For the period Period start date Period end date To from 4/1/2020 3/31/2021

Section A Receipts and payments

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Unrestricted Restricted Endowment
Total funds
funds funds funds
to the nearest
to the nearest £ to the nearest £ to the nearest £
£
A1 Receipts
LCC Grant 2,644 - - 2,644
LCC 5K ETC - - - -
KCL Lottery - - -
Donations 125 - - 125
CO_OP Community Fund - - - -
Library Charges 16 - - 16
Photocopying 85 - - 85
Room Hire & Clubs
Book Sales & Misc Sales 1,330 - - 1,330
4,200 - - 4,200
Sub total (Gross income for AR)
A2 Asset and investment sales,
(see table).
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- - - -
Sub total - - - -
Total receipts 4,200 - - 4,200
A3 Payments
Advertsing/Promotion - - -
Insurance/Maintenance 615 - - 615
Cost of Sales 334 - - 334
Stationery/Printing 85 - - 85
Utilities 1,567 - - 1,567
Software & Applications 280 - 280
Contracts 1,060 - - 1,060
Refreshments 5 - - 5
CO_OP Fund - -
LCC 3K Grant - -
General Misc (+ Lottery) 566 - - 566
Sub total [ 4,512 ] - 4,512
A4 Asset and investment
purchases, (see table)
All Assets - - - -
- - - -
Sub total [ - ] - - -
Total payments 4,512 - - 4,512
Net of receipts/(payments) - 312 - - - 312
A5 Transfers between funds - - - -
A6 Cash funds last year end 27,571 - 27,571
Cash funds this year end 27,259 - - 27,259
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Section B Statement of assets and liabilities at the end of the period

Unrestricted Restricted
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B2 Other monetary assets Details to nearest £
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B3 Investment assets Details Fund to which
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Signed by one or two trustees on
behalf of all the trustees		 Signature Print Name
N J Mullins N J Mullins

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Last year

to the nearest £

3,636 585 357 386 432 2,136 1,919 9,451

9,451

57 792 372 403 3,340 554 1,087 153 480 7,238

7,238 2,213 - 25,358 27,571

Endowment funds

to nearest £ - - - -

OK

Endowment funds to nearest £ - - - - - -

Current value (optional) - - - - -

Current value (optional) - - - - - - - - - When due (optional)

Date of approval