The sanctuary, chapel, classrooms, social hall, kiddush room, multi-purpose room/gymnasium, kitchens and grounds ["facilities"] are provided primarily for the members and their families and for affiliated member organizations for the congregation to serve their spiritual, educational, social and recreational needs. Notwithstanding the above, the sanctuary, social hall and kiddush room are facilities that are reserved on a priority basis by Classical Caterers, thereby providing a major financial benefit to the congregation.

The facilities may be made available to such other organizations and instructions of a religious, educational, recreational and philanthropic nature as may request their use, but only at the discretion of the Administrative Director, [acting on the guidance of the Board of Directors, based upon policy created by the Facilities Committee and approved by the Board of Directors]. The facilities are available to non-member and outside groups only at such times when not in conflict with our own programs.

The [Administrative Director] [Facilities Committee] retains the right to check on the conformity with established rules at the time of any function, and to take steps immediately to correct any non-conformity. It shall also be the right of the Facilities Committee, or any of its authorized agents, including the Administrative Director, to ask any person(s) to leave the premises because of unseemly conduct.

The Administrative Director will, in the event of any dispute, authorize or reject the use of the facilities.

These rules may, with approval of the Board of Directors, be amended or changed without notice, upon the recommendation of the Administrative Director or the Facilities Committee, for the purpose of maintaining the building for the greatest benefit of the majority of its membership.

Smoking is prohibited anywhere in the complex.

The use of our name in any literature or publicity of any organization is not permitted without prior approval of the Administrative Director.

Organizations are required to mail or deliver to the office copies of invitations and publicity for all functions to be held at the synagogue, prior to general distribution, for approval by the Administrative Director. Such approval must be granted prior to general distribution.

Facilities must be booked through the Administrative Director.

If an outside organization or party cancels a booking for synagogue facilities or services, charges will be made unless such notice of cancellation is given at least two (2) weeks prior to the scheduled date.

We assume no liability or responsibility for damage or loss of personal property of others while on our premises and all such personal property, including motor vehicles, brought or left on the premises shall at all times be at the owners' risk.

All persons and organizations who are required to pay a fee for the use of the facilities are also required to provide a certificate of insurance to us, with evidence of Worker's Compensation Insurance where applicable, and Comprehensive General Liability Insurance of not less than $1,000,000. Bodily Injury and Property Damage, naming us as an additional insured. Such certificate must be filed with the office at least two (2) weeks prior to the scheduled date of the event or activity.

All persons and organizations will use the premises and equipment allotted to them with all due care. Any damage to this property or equipment resulting from its use shall render the persons and organizations liable for damages.

No decorations, signs, bulletins or similar objects are to be tacked or taped to any part of the building without the express written consent of the Administrative Director.

No person or organization may move chairs, furniture, microphones or any synagogue equipment except as authorized in writing by the Administrative Director.

Property or equipment of B'nai Tikvah may be loaned only with the written permission of the Administrative Director.

No business meetings, rehearsals or functions other than those of an appropriate spiritual nature shall be held in the building on the Sabbath, High Holy Days, or on days of religious festivities.

With the exception of events by Classical Caterers, all Saturday evening activities in the building shall conclude by 2 AM Sunday. All Friday activities, shall conclude by 3 PM or 3 hours before sundown, whichever is earlier. All other days, activities shall conclude by 10 PM. Exceptions to this rule may be granted by the Administrative Director upon written request by the applicant organization, individuals or committee.

Proper decorum and a reasonable standard of behavior shall be maintained and enforced by all persons and organizations using our premises while in or near the building or its adjacent areas including the parking lot.

Employees of the congregation shall take orders only from the Rabbi, the President of the congregation, the Administrative Director or a person duly authorized and designated by the President.

All persons, organizations, committees or other groups, including auxiliary associations and activity units of these congregations, to whom the Administrative Director has granted the use of any of the facilities of the building or grounds, shall use only the area, room or rooms and/or facilities assigned to their use, in each instance, and shall comply with all rules and regulations as may be applicable.

Alcoholic Beverages may be served in moderation as part of a meal or reception. Serving of alcoholic beverages to persons who are below the legal drinking age or to persons who are intoxicated as defined by law, is strictly prohibited. Should the reserving member choose to serve alcoholic beverages at a permitted celebration they must do so with the understanding that they accept all responsibility for this control and they personally accept all liability for any consequences resulting from this use, and agree to release the Synagogue from all costs, including attorney fees, for any claims asserted by reason of such use.

Any and all catering provided in the facilities (with the exception of the Multi-purpose Room/Gymnasium) must be contracted for with Classical Caterers and are subject to the CONTRACT WITH Classical Caterers.

All persons, organizations, committees or other groups, including auxiliaries of Congregation B'nai Tikvah, to whom permission has been given to utilize the Multi-purpose Room/Gymnasium are entitled to use other catering establishments to provide service, subject to the following rules and regulations: The catering establishment must be included on the list of approved Kosher caterers maintained by the office. If a specific establishment is not currently included on the list, the person or organization may request a ruling from the Rabbi as to the Kashrut of the establishment. The Rabbi's ruling is final and may not be appealed. The catering establishment must provide a detailed estimate, including foods to be served and prices, at least 45 days prior to the event. A copy of the estimate must be provided to Classical Caterers. Classical Caterers shall have the right to provide the same general services as described in the estimate if they can meet or better the price offered by the other catering establishment. If Classical Caterers can meet or better the price offered for the same general services, the person or organization must use Classical Caterers to provide the services. No "white glove" service is permitted, except by Classical Caterers. All caterers are required to deposit with the office, not less than two (2) weeks prior to the scheduled event, a deposit of $500, to be held as bond to insure strict compliance by the caterer with all rules and regulations affecting the use of the kitchen facilities, equipment, dishes, utensils and appurtenances, which said deposit will be returned to the caterer as soon as practicable following the day of use, after first deducting any expense occasioned to us by reason of the caterer's failure to comply with any of these rules and regulations, for restoration of kitchen facilities, equipment, dishes, utensils and appurtenances to the condition thereof prior to the caterer's use. There will, in addition, be deducted the amount of $200 for rubbish disposal and use of kitchen facilities. All caterers are required to provide a certificate of insurance to us, with evidence of Worker's Compensation Insurance, and Comprehensive General Liability Insurance of not less than $1,000,000. Bodily Injury and Property Damage, naming us as an additional insured. Such certificate must be filed with the office at least two (2) weeks prior to the scheduled date of the catered event. All caterers supplying alcoholic beverages are required to provide a copy of their Liquor License. This license must be filed with the office at least two (2) weeks prior to the scheduled date of the catered event. Caterers are required to leave the kitchen premises in a clean condition. Food and rubbish must be removed from all areas used for the catered event. Tables and chairs provided by us must be left clean of any food or rubbish.

Initial scheduling for the multi-purpose room/gymnasium for each fiscal year shall take place at the annual existing calendar meeting.

Priority for scheduling the use of the multi-purpose room/gymnasium shall be made in the following order: (i) recurring revenue-producing events/activities; (ii) one-time revenue-producing events/activities; (iii) recurring non-revenue producing events/activities; (iv) one-time non-revenue producing events/activities. Notwithstanding the above order of priority, the Religious School and the Nursery School shall each be entitled to the exclusive use of the Multi-purpose Room/Gymnasium for 2 Sundays each during the course of the fiscal year, between the hours of 9 AM and 12 noon. These School Use Days shall be established at the annual calendar meeting.

Auxiliary groups and organizations of the synagogue are not required to pay any fees for the use of the Multi-purpose Room/Gymnasium.

Groups and organizations who are not affiliated with Congregation B'nai Tikvah, or any individuals (affiliated or unaffiliated) who wish to make use of the Multi-purpose Room/Gymnasium or classrooms for private or public use must pay the appropriate rental fees and charges as published in the FEE SCHEDULE RENTAL OF ACTIVITIES BUILDING document. These fees are subject to change without notice, and must be paid at least two weeks in advance of the activity/event.

A diagram and/or written instructions for other furniture arrangements must be submitted at least two weeks prior to the scheduled activity/event.

All persons or organizations and their caterers, where applicable, having use of the whole or any portion of the building or grounds or of the kitchen and/or facilities shall leave the same, including all kitchen equipment, utensils, and other physical property, in a clean and undamaged condition, and see to the removal of all surface garbage from the premises immediately following the conclusion of the meeting or reception, and before the caterer (where applicable) leaves the premises, and shall indemnify us for all loss, cost and damage resulting from failure to do so.

Kitchen utensils, dishes, silverware, and supplies may be used only with the specific written authority of the Administrative Director, and in strict accordance with the laws of Kashrut, as defined and promulgated by the Rabbi. This applies to individual organizations and outside caterers.

Deliveries to and/or removals from the kitchens and the other facilities shall be made at the direction of the Administrative Director and by appointment only. Deliveries and removals are not accepted: Daily from 12 noon through 1 PM; after 6 PM Monday-Thursday; after 1 PM Friday or evening before holidays; on the Sabbath or any Jewish Religious Festival day.

Upon entering the Sanctuary or chapel, men are requested to cover their heads with a kipah, and requested to wear a tallit when appropriate. Women are also requested to dress in a dignified manner, appropriate to the occasion.

No photography, motion pictures, or videos may be taken of any religious service or ceremonies in the Sanctuary or any place in the building where such religious services or ceremonies may be held, on the Sabbath, High Holy Days, or religious Festivals. The Rabbi shall have final authority on this subject, and may grant exceptions where the Halacha permits.

What can/cannot be brought into the building: No prepared foods from private homes. No cooking or baking utensils from private homes. Only paper cups and plates for coffee and cake may be used at a non-catered function. All foods, prepared or to be prepared, must be kosher and from stores approved by the rabbi. The purchaser may be requested to submit the store's receipt to the office. If a non-catered kiddush is to be prepared, the office must be notified as to what foods are being served.