Agenda Document Pack - Kinross Common Good Fund Committee - 07/09/2026
Perth and Kinross Council · 7 September 2026
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Ambition | Compassion | Integrity Our vision is for a Perth and Kinross where everyone can live life well, free from poverty and inequality Council Building 2 High Street Perth PH1 5PH 31/08/2026 A hybrid meeting of the Kinross Common Good Fund Committee will be held in the Council Chamber on Monday, 07 September 2026 at 13:30. If you have any queries please contact Democratic Services on (01738) 475000 or email Committee@pkc.gov.uk. THOMAS GLEN Chief Executive Those attending the meeting are requested to ensure that all notifications are silent on their device and other devices are in silent mode. Please note that the meeting will be broadcast online and recorded. The recording will be publicly available on the Council’s website following the meeting. Members: Councillor Dave Cuthbert Councillor Stewart Donaldson Councillor Eric Drysdale Councillor Neil Freshwater Councillor Willie Robertson Councillor Richard Watters Page 1 of 36
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Kinross Common Good Fund Committee Monday, 07 September 2026 Agenda Members are reminded of their obligation to declare any financial or non- financial interest which they may have in any item on this agenda in accordance with the councillors’ code of conduct. 1 WELCOME AND APOLOGIES 2 DECLARATIONS OF INTEREST 3 MINUTE OF MEETING OF KINROSS COMMON GOOD FUND COMMITTEE OF 27 OCTOBER 2025 FOR APPROVAL (copy herewith) 5 - 6 4 MATTERS ARISING 5 APPLICATIONS FOR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE Report by Strategic Lead - Housing and Communities (copy herewith 26/232) 7 - 30 6 2025/26 AND 2026/27 FINANCIAL STATEMENTS Report by Chief Finance Officer (copy herewith 26/233) 31 - 36 Page 3 of 36
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Kinross Common Good Fund Committee Minute of hybrid meeting of the Crieff Common Good Fund Committee held in the Council Chamber, 2 High Street, Perth on Monday 27 October 2025 at 2.00pm. Present: Councillors S Donaldson, N Freshwater and R Watters. In Attendance: S Kimmett (Housing and Communities); A O’Brien (Finance and Business Support); K Molley, A Brown M Pasternak (all Legal and Governance). Apologies: Councillors D Cuthbert, G Laing and W Robertson Councillor R Watters, Convener, Presiding. 1. Welcome and Apologies Councillor R Watters welcomed all present to the meeting and apologies for absence were noted as above. 2. Declarations of Interest There were no declarations of interest in terms of Councillors’ Code of Conduct. 3. Minute of Meeting of Kinross Common Good Fund Committee of 18 August 2025 for Approval The minute of meeting of the Crieff Common Good Fund Committee of 18 August 2025 was submitted and approved as a correct record. 4. Matters Arising There were no matters arising. 5. Applications for Financial Assistance There was submitted a report by the Strategic Lead – Housing and Communities (25/270) asking Kinross Common Good Fund Committee to consider one small grant application for financial assistance. (i) Light Up Kinross Resolved: Light Up Kinross be awarded a grant of £1,000 towards their 2025 Christmas Lighting. 3 Page 5 of 36
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6. 2024/25 and 2025/26 Financial Statement There was submitted a report by the Strategic Lead – Finance and Business Support (25/271) providing details of the actual income and expenditure to 30 September 2025 and the projected outturn for 2025/26. Resolved: (i) The actual income and expenditure to 30 September 2025, and projected outturn to 31 March 2026, as set out in Appendix 1, be noted. Page 6 of 36
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Our vision is a Perth and Kinross where everyone can live life well, free from poverty and inequality ___________________________________________________________________ Committee or Board: Kinross Common Good Fund Committee Date of Meeting: 7 September 2026 Report Title: Applications for Financial Assistance Report Number: 26/232 Report Author: Sarah Kimmet, Community Empowerment Officer communityempowerment@pkc.gov.uk Organisational Lead: Elaine Ritchie, Strategic Lead for Housing and Communities ___________________________________________________________________ 1. Purpose 1.1 The report asks Kinross Common Good Fund Committee to consider one grant application. 2. Recommendations It is recommended that the Committee: 2.1 Consider the grant application and agree any financial assistance to be awarded. 3. Structure of Report 3.1 This report is structured over the following sections: • Section 4: Background / Main Issues • Section 5: Proposal • Section 6: Conclusion • Section 7: Impact and Value Assessment • Section 8: Appendix 5 Page 7 of 36
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4. Background / Main Issues 4.1 Perth and Kinross Council owns land and property which forms part of the Common Good of the former burghs in Perth and Kinross and has a statutory duty in terms of section 15 of the Local Government etc. (Scotland) Act 1994 to administer this land and property "having regard to the interests of the inhabitants" of those former burghs. This duty also applies to the administration of the associated Common Good Funds. 4.2 The Common Good Funds have traditionally demonstrated their support to local residents and organisations by distributing grants. These grant awards allow individuals and local organisations to carry out a wide range of community-based activities. 4.3 A provisional budget overview for 2026/27 is provided below: 2026/27 Financial Assistance Budget £6,000 Value of grants paid and committed £0 Remaining Financial Assistance Budget £6,000 Value of funding requested and under consideration £350 5. Proposals Royal Voluntary Service 5.1 RVS are seeking £350 towards their 2026/27 minibus growth scheme. 5.2 RVS coordinate 150 volunteers across Perth & Kinross to specifically support the elderly community. They run lunch clubs, social clubs, a Home from Hospital service, the Support You at Home service, and Strength and Balance classes. They support 10 council run sheltered housing complexes and other non-council run facilities with entertainment. RVS have a service level agreement with Perth and Kinross Council which includes the aim of growing the number of clients attending clubs and events. It became clear that transport to and from activities was a barrier for individuals and therefore RVS applied and were successful in obtaining a minibus through the PKC Community Minibus Scheme. Since being awarded the minibus, they have used this to expand their offer across Perth and Kinross where elderly people can meet new friends and participate in new activities. They have created clubs at 21 sheltered housing complexes offering Boccia bowls, reminisce clubs and exercise classes. Additionally, they have created a Boccia league where they transport residents from each site to visit others in friendly competition. A monthly club has also been started at the library for memory discussions. The most recent club is at Morrisons supermarket where they run a shopping and lunch club, and this has been very well received. Page 8 of 36
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To respond to interest from each home RVS have prepared an additional 9 volunteer drivers to build the transport service. Reports on work carried out each month are shared with PKC, and a copy of a recent report with resident feedback is available in appendix one. 5.3 As RVS continue to respond to growing interest, they expect to support over 300 attendances at clubs by residents of Kinross. Residents from other Common Good areas will also benefit as part of the wider programme. 5.4 A breakdown of project costs is detailed below: Specific items Basis of Costing Amount Vehicle Running Costs £100 fuel per week £5,000 Insurance and Breakdown Cover Based on last year’s costs £1,500 Servicing Based on last year’s costs £3,000 Volunteer Costs Based on last year’s costs £1,500 Total proposed expenditure £11,000 Funding Requested from Perth Common Good Fund £8,000 Funding Requested from Crieff Common Good Fund £500 Funding Requested from Alyth Common Good Fund £350 Funding Requested from Pitlochry Common Good Fund £500 Additional funding still to be sourced £1,150 Funding Requested from Kinross Common Good Fund £350 5.5 RVS have not received funding from Kinross Common Good Fund in the previous three years. Consideration The Committee is asked to consider the request and determine the level of any grant to be awarded. 6. Conclusion 6.1 The Committee is asked to consider the application and agree any financial assistance to be awarded. 7. Impact and Value Assessment Kinross Common Good Fund Committee - Applications for Financial Assistance 8. Appendix 8.1 Appendix 1: Recent RVS Activity Report Page 9 of 36
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Service Activity Report – Perth & Kinross Supporting You At Home Supporting Healthy & Happy Lives March 2026 5 Page 11 of 36
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4 x Minibus trips with 61 Clients 138 x Active Volunteers 168 x Active Clients (23 SYAH / 145 SHHL) 5 x Support Plan Visits March 2026 –Activity Report 11 x Home from Hospital runs 13 x Assisted Shopping 3 x Assisted Walks 9 x Strength & Balance at Home 4 x Companionship visits 4 x Community engagement Page 12 of 36
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March 2026 –Activity Report Clubs 5 x Bridge of Earn Lunch Club -131 x Attendees (88 F/43 M) 4 x Crieff Lunch Club – 64 x Attendees (35 F/29 M) 4 x Perth Lunch Club – 81 x Attendees (56F/25M) 2 x Perth Social Club - 60 x Attendees (49 F 11 M) 5 x North Muirton Lunch Club - 49 x Attendees (33 F/ 16M) 10 x Strength & Balance Groups and Exercise Groups 106 Attendees(102F/4M) P&K Activities (to sheltered housing complexes) 27 X Events Attendees 184 (150 F/34 M) Page 13 of 36
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March 2026 –Cumulative Activity Report (from April 2025) 176 x Home from Hospital runs 47 x shopping 98 x Assisted Walks / Community Engagement 60 x Home Visits 35 x Support Plan Visits 40 x Minibus trips Page 14 of 36
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March 2026 –Cumulative Activity Report (from April 2025) Clubs 37 x Bridge of Earn Lunch Club / 905 Attendees (582 F/ 323M) 35 x Crieff Lunch Club / 537 Attendees (285 F/ 252M) 35 x Perth Lunch Club / 708 Attendees (440 F/268M) 21 x Perth Social Club / 574 Attendees (465 F/109 M) 32 x North Muirton Lunch Club/284 Attendees (176 F/108 M) 78 x Strength & Balance Exercise Groups835 Attendees(824 F/11 M) P&K Activities (to sheltered housing complexes) 196 x Events 1855 x Attendees (1439 F/416 M) Page 15 of 36
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New Crieff activity club at Duchlage Court 2nd March 2026 Duchlage Court currently plays host to the lunch club every Thursday. New volunteers have now started a social and activity club on every second Monday starting 2nd March. To kick off we had 10 residents and 2 from the community testing out a Strength & Balance exercise class followed by Boccia. Everyone was very enthusiastic and looking forward to next time. Page 16 of 36
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New Kinross activity club – Causeway Court 2nd March 2026 Special thank you to RVS volunteer Carol and the other residents at Causeway Court - Vi, Dallas, Rhona and Bev who meet every Tuesday between 7 and 10 pm. Together they have a wonderful group that play darts , healthy living slimming club and Boccia. Recently they played host to an away match with groups from Perth going along – great hosts. Rhona and Carol taking a match seriously – no wonder they are hard to beat Causeway Court are the current champions and we can see why – look how close the bowls are ! Causeway Court will have there away match on the 21st April to Cluny in Blairgowrie as well as a shopping club outing to Morrison on the 26th May – thanks for being a special group Page 17 of 36
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Perth social club – special guest Author Debbie Cannon 4th March 2026 RVS linked in with the Scottish Book Trust to bring guest authors to the Perth social club. Author Debbie Cannon took us on a creative journey of her play on the King Arthur story. As well as the story, Debbie then acted out 10-minute segments of the book taking on all of the parts to immerse the audience into the story. It made everyone think of Dragons, Kings and sorcerers – a magical experience. A big thank you to Debbie for bringing this cultural experience to the social club. It fits in very well with RVS aims to keep mentally and physically active through different experiences. Numbers continue to grow and every club day has a new surprise in wait! Page 18 of 36
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Boccia league match – Causeway Court, Kinross play host to teams from Perth City 11th March And there off – teams from Charterhouse , Dewar Court and Canal Street played against teams from Causeway Court RVS activity club at Causeway Court meet every Tuesday from 7-10pm. Volunteer Carol runs slimming club, darts and Boccia. The weekly games prove practise makes perfect with a home win. Gold medal winners from Causeway Rhona , Margaret & Dallas – worthy winners Thanks for the tea Vi Thanks to the Causeway Court team for being wonderful hosts – many new friendships made Well deserved tea and biscuits after some great matches- Causeway Court on top today Page 19 of 36
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New social and activity club - Muirmont Bridge of Earn 13th March Boccia has very quickly become a firm favourite at Muirmont in Bridge of Earn. Bowls have been provided so that they can get practising for some away matches via the minibus. Dionne the Housing Manager said that it has brought everyone together and given them a great deal of fun – she can't believe the enthusiasm and how competitive they have all become. Alison, Christine, Nigel, Sheila, Dionne, Louise and Isobel get ready for the match – they all mentioned how much they are looking forward to the away matches coming up. Away match agreed for 14thApril at Invergowrie Go on Muirmont! Page 20 of 36
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New social and activity club at Servite House, Canal St Perth 13th March 2026 The new Canal St Perth social and activity club kicked off on the 13th March. The day started with a reminiscence box from A.K.Bell library on shopping in Perth back in the day. A really good discussion gave everyone the opportunity to give family stories on how we shopped many years ago. Betty mentioned that Craigie Cross had 3 butchers and the local grocers where everything could be purchased – changed days. Boccia followed after the lively discussion. Isobel, Cath and Mary had not played before and very quickly they said how much fun it was. An hour of games had everyone hooked before we stopped for tea and biscuits. Initially we will run the club monthly as a test . Look forward to seeing you all next time – more people signed up too. Page 21 of 36
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Errol RVS activity day at Servite House, Viewlands Place, Errol 17th March 2026 RVS Community Club roadshow opening up new sites across Perth & Kinross RVS volunteers are making a huge difference ! Boccia its usual fun for all! Thanks to Dionne the Housing manager for the invitation to present about RVS services, history and future plans – the residents were very welcoming and loved the idea of taking part in some new activities – Reminiscence talks, Boccia and exercise classes. Date for the diary – 14th April Muirmont, Bridge of Earn and Viewlands, Errol will travel in the minibus for an away match at Peter Arbuckle in Invergowrie – report in next months issue – can’t wait ! Page 22 of 36
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Perth Social Club 18th March – Volunteer Irene Anderson entertainswiththeAccordion A huge thank you to RVS volunteer Irene Anderson from Crieff. Irene has started supporting the new Crieff activity club with music sessions on the piano and also gets involved with the Boccia bowls. Irene was kind enough to travel through to Perth and put up with the parking to entertain the Perth Social club - Marvelous Volunteer Irene on the Accordion Margaret, Isobel, Anne, Maureen and Marion singing and toe tapping along Thanks, Irene, for a wonderful day Page 23 of 36
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New Royal Voluntary Service & Morrisons Shopping & Lunch club – trial run 23rd March 26 Morrisons community champion Stephanie Duncan agreed to run the shopping and lunch club trial on the 23rdMarch 2026. Arriving at the store -excited ! The day commenced with picking up the residents of Duchlage court in Crieff @ 11.00am and travelling through to the Morrisons store in the centre of Perth. Liz, Barbara, Liz, Alison and Tom happy on arrival at the store A nice touch by Steph to book the tables Alison, Maureen, Jeanette, Barbara and Liz looking forward to lunch Tea on arrival Page 24 of 36
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New Royal Voluntary Service & Morrisons Shopping & Lunch club – trial run 23.03.26 Page 25 of 36
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RVS Morrisons Shopping & Lunch club 23rd March 2026 Once lunch was completed volunteers Charles, Donald, Kate and David assisted each group around the store. The residents in Crieff do not have access to a large store and it was something they were really looking forward to going to. The range and pricing made it fun for all. Cath and Norma won the best shopper prize – visited every aisle multiple times! Marjory on a mission to shop. Seen here with volunteer Donald to lift the heavy stuff. Marjory said it was the best day in a long time and enjoyed the laughter with all Our Community Champion Steph also made sure to have a till opened specially for the club as well. Steph manned the till and made sure to talk to everyone coming through. This put everyone at ease and made it so much more welcoming and fun. Page 26 of 36
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Servite House, Dunkeld RVS presentation 31st March 2026 Joanne Lawrie the Housing Manager at Bowerswell and Servite house in Dunkeld invited the RVS to present the history and current services. We then talked about future ideas to create an activity club. To give the residents an idea of what can be done by volunteers we tested 2 of the activities. Reminiscence box on shopping when we were all young – a lively chat then took place of the shopping in Perth, Kirriemuir and Dunkeld. George said he had lived all his days in Dunkeld and walked us through the whole street with every shop, wonderful memories. Dorothy talked about the mobile grocery stores that travelled round all the villages. 10 residents and 2 staff said it was a lovely day and that they would like to get involved – aim now to recruit volunteers in the area Dorothy, Hilary, Marilyn, Isobel, Kenny, George, Joanne and Margaret said let's do again After the talk with tea and toast we moved on to Boccia and as is the norm this turned into riotous fun and before long, we were all hooked. Marilyn had not played before and said this is really good fun – the 2 teams have now become legendary – Birnam Belles and the Dunkeld Dolls – Kenny and George had to keep quiet ! Page 27 of 36
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RVS activity club at Duchlage Court Crieff 30th March 2026 Duchlage Court, Crieff held a Boccia match for the 3rd meeting of the activity club – getting ready for the away matches – Jim and Maureen said they are going for the Gold medal! Duchlage court a popular venue for matches with space for residents and community guestsPage 28 of 36
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Service Details Sarah Murray – 07717 428567 sarah.murray@royalvoluntaryservice.org.uk www.royalvoluntaryservice.org.uk Page 29 of 36
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Our vision is a Perth and Kinross where everyone can live life well, free from poverty and inequality ___________________________________________________________________ Committee: Kinross Common Good Fund Committee Date of Meeting: 7 September 2026 Report Title: 2025/26 and 2026/27 Financial Statements Report Number: 26/233 Report Author: Alison O’Brien, Corporate Accounting Manager Organisational Lead: Scott Walker, Chief Finance Officer ___________________________________________________________________ 1. Purpose 1.1 This report provides details of the unaudited final income and expenditure to 31 March 2026 for 2025/26 and the projected outturn for 2026/27 for the Kinross Common Good Fund. 1.2 Sections 1. Purpose 2. Recommendations 3. Background/Context 4. Main Issues 5. Conclusion 6. Impact Value Assessment 7. Appendices 2. Recommendations It is recommended that the Committee: 2.1 Note the unaudited income and expenditure for 2025/26 as set out in Appendix 1. 2.2 Note the actual income and expenditure to 30 June 2026, and projected outturn to 31 March 2027, as set out in Appendix 2. 3. Background/Context 3.1 This report provides an update on the final unaudited outturn for 2025/26 for the Kinross Common Good Fund and the projected outturn for 2026/27. 6 Page 31 of 36
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4. Main Issues Financial Statement 2025/26 4.1 As detailed in Appendix 1, a surplus of £1,769 was generated in 2025/26. Therefore, the unaudited Fund balance at 31 March 2026 was £172,399. Financial Statement 2026/27 4.2 As detailed in Appendix 2, there is a projected surplus of £5,650 for 2026/27 and the estimated Fund balance at 31 March 2027 is £178,049. 4.3 There is one application for financial assistance to be considered at this meeting, and this has been included in the projected expenditure. 5. Conclusion 5.1 As detailed in Appendix 1, the unaudited final surplus for the Fund in 2025/26 was £1,769, with a final Fund balance at 31 March 2026 of £172,399. 5.2 As detailed in Appendix 2, there is a projected surplus of £5,650 and the estimated Fund balance at 31 March 2027 is £178,049. 6. Impact Value Assessment 6.1 This is an operational report, and as such, an impact and value assessment is not required. 7. Appendices 7.1 Appendix 1 – Kinross Common Good Fund – Financial Statement for 2025/26 7.2 Appendix 2 - Kinross Common Good Fund – Financial Statement for Period to 30 June 2026 for 2026/27 Page 32 of 36
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PKC - GENERAL# Appendix 1 KINROSS COMMON GOOD FUND FINANCIAL STATEMENT TO 31 MARCH 2026 FOR FINANICIAL YEAR 2025/26 Actual to 31-Mar-26 £ EXPENDITURE OTHER SUPPLIES & SERVICES Financial Assistance 4,970 Total Expenditure 4,970 INCOME Interest earned 6,739 Total Income 6,739 Surplus / (Deficit) for Year 1,769 Revenue Balance at 1 April 2025 170,630 Surplus for the Year 1,769 Projected Fund Balance at 31 March 2026 172,399 Grants Actual Amount Meeting Broke not Broken - 2025 Christmas hamper project 3,970.00 18/08/2025 Light Up Kinross 1,000.00 27/10/2025 4,970.00£ Committed Amount Meeting -£ Under Consideration Amount Meeting 6 Page 33 of 36
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PKC - GENERAL# Appendix 2 KINROSS COMMON GOOD FUND FINANCIAL STATEMENT FOR PERIOD TO 30 JUNE 2026 FOR FINANCIAL YEAR 2026/27 Actual to Committed & Under Consideration Projected Outturn to 30-Jun-26 31-Mar-27 £ £ £ EXPENDITURE OTHER SUPPLIES & SERVICES Financial Assistance 0 350 350 Total Expenditure 0 350 350 INCOME Interest earned 0 0 6,000 Total Income 0 0 6,000 Surplus / (Deficit) for Year 0 (350) 5,650 Revenue Balance at 1 April 2025 172,399 172,399 Surplus for the Year 0 5,650 Projected Fund Balance at 31 March 2026 172,399 178,049 Grants Actual Amount Meeting -£ Committed Amount Meeting -£ Under Consideration Amount Meeting Royal Voluntary Service 350.00£ 07/09/2026 6 Page 35 of 36
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