Purpose: To explore expansion options in the existing space and on our vacant lot next door, investigate, evaluate and hire, subject to congregational approval, an available architect, collect congregational input, investigate relevant municipal regulations/restrictions, make recommendations to the congregation including possible expansion of the existing RE and/or sanctuary building, design of new building on adjacent lot, parking, gardens, outdoor play space.Membership: The committee shall consist of a chairperson appointed in a manner consistent with Bylaws Articles VII, Section 1(a) and Article VIII, Section 1(b).
Responsibilities:
- Keep the congregation involved, communicating in all various ways--written, verbal, etc., including the submission of progress reports in winter and spring.
- Exercise due diligence in researching various architects, getting cost estimates/sketches/availability, etc.
- Meet/speak with other congregations, UUA, Pacific Northwest District or other groups that have gone through this process to benefit from their learned wisdom.
- Learn municipal regulations that will impact building location, parking, size, etc.
- Develop cost estimates (price per square foot to build, etc.).
- Collaborate with Long Range Planning and Capital Campaign committees to ensure Building Options knows what the congregation wants and what is realistic financially.
- If appropriate hire an architect, subject to congregational approval.
- Create a building options project plan that may include choices for growth, hopefully ready for a preliminary Project Commitment vote by the congregation at the June 2006 Annual Meeting.