Sanctuary Renovation: Construction/Communication Guidelines:

Why do we need guidelines?

When Beth El entered into a contract with Hamilton Construction to do the renovation – we stepped into a well established world of building practice, construction law and architectural liability. These are procedures that are followed on all construction projects and that the Beth El community also needs to abide by.

1. Mike Wolfson & Elyse Shuster are the only members of the BETC congregation that should have any direct contact with Hamilton or their sub-contractors. This is because they have been designated to act on the Temple’s behalf. The Renovation oversight Committee will continue to meet and to discuss/decide ongoing issues, and the smaller Construction oversight group will have regular weekly (and sometimes daily) meetings with the project manager. Any larger contractual issues will go to the Board and through the Temple President.

2. If anyone else wants to visit the sanctuary under construction, they must be accompanied by Hamilton Construction’s designated person. This is very important for insurance and liability purposes.

3. If you have a concern, please contact Mike Wolfson or Elyse Shuster. If you have trouble reaching either of them – the Temple Office or a member of the Sanctuary Renovation Oversight Committee can also be an appropriate filter for your comments.

4. Please be respectful of Hamilton Construction staff. They have been instructed to politely redirect any member of the BETC community to talk to the Oversight Committee through Mike Wolfson and Elyse Shuster.

5. If you feel like you want to address a concern outside of Elyse, Mike or the Oversight Committee, please contact either The Temple President – Jill Tapper or Vice President – Leslie Copes-Finke.

Thank You for your cooperation

Michael Wolfson & Elyse Shuster