Beginning September 22, the Dwares JCC parking lot and the entire rear portion of the building will be closed as we begin a major water mitigation and infrastructure improvement project.

This project is an investment in our community's future. It is designed to help protect our building from flooding and water-related damage by addressing aging infrastructure and preparing our facility for increasingly frequent severe weather events. This will help ensure the safety of our members, guests, and staff while allowing our operations to remain uninterrupted during future weather extremes. 

As part of this effort, the parking lot and courtyard will be redesigned to improve rainwater management and absorption. By increasing green space and reducing stormwater runoff, these improvements can help lessen flooding impacts, improve environmental sustainability, and create a more resilient JCC for years to come.

While construction will create temporary inconveniences, the long-term benefits will help safeguard our facility and strengthen our ability to serve the community.

Planning for Accessibility and Convenience

We recognize that the project will affect parking and traffic flow, and we are committed to minimizing disruptions through several accommodations, including:

• Access to the Brown University Stadium parking lot, located across the street, for members and guests throughout the water mitigation project. We will notify you in advance of any dates when the lot will not be available.
• Additional accessible parking spaces in front of the building.
• A safe and convenient drop-off and pick-up plan for Early Childhood Center families.

Please note: The mikveh will be available during construction. We will share more information about how to safely access it in a future update.

Staying Informed

We will provide regular updates throughout the project, including timelines, traffic changes, FAQs, and parking information. In addition to email communications and social media updates, more information can be found on this dedicated webpage that will be updated throughout the project.

Click here to read FAQs about the project. If you have additional questions, please reach out to Natalie Lyalin. 

Thank you for your patience, flexibility, and partnership as we make these important improvements. Together, we are investing in a stronger, safer, and more sustainable future for our community.