1. ‘The Community Hub’ sustainable maximum use of assets better service improved income reduce costs a REAL community hub

2. The New Library

3. ‘The Communtiy Hub’ The phases move Tourist Information Centre joint services reception new library 2 new affordable housing units

4. The New TIC

5. ‘The Communtiy Hub’ Project costs TIC move £25,000 Library build and fit out £115,000 Affordable housing £280,000 blood, sweat, tears, and WILLPOWER

6. New affordable housing units in the Old Library

7. ‘The Community Hub’ Impact 70 % increase on income for TIC 300% increase in library opening hours 150% increase in new library memberships 100% increase in library footfall 20% increase in book lending Four local people accessing affordable housing Increase in Trust income, £15,000pa The next phase……..

8. Wooler Work Hub £250,000 Rural Growth Network Project New business and community facilities As a direct consequence of our stronger relationship with the LA

11. ‘The Community Hub’ Key principles for asset transfer Present a business plan to your partner Lead from the front, go in high! Joint services IS the future NEVER underestimate the power of cutting costs BUT improving services. It can be done Always shout about the project