Shul president Judith K. Weiner announced to the congregation at its June 11, 2023 meeting that the Board of Directors had approved an increase in annual synagogue dues at its May meeting. She pointed out that the raise was a modest 17%, which translates to $650 for a single membership, up from $550, and $1,000 for a family membership, up from $850.

The president informed the congregation that synagogue dues had not been adjusted since August 2013. In the face of rising costs and elimination of the virtual journal and accompanying virtual silent auction in the coming year, the shul’s Fundraising Committee — Sara Bloom, Caren Demel, Elaine Goldman and Chuck Simon — had recommended a 28% increase to offset a possible shortfall in revenue; however, after protracted discussion, the Board of Directors modified the committee’s recommendation.

The new rates will be effective when dues notices are mailed for the year beginning January 2024.