Update on Page Rd Campus Opening

Dear IAR Community,

Asalamu Alaikum,

First and foremost, I want to extend my heartfelt gratitude for your continued patience and understanding as we work toward the completion of the IAR center at Page Road. We are very close to the finish line, with just a few pending inspections remaining. Although we are optimistic that these will be finalized within the next week or two, the exact timeline remains uncertain.

While we may be able to secure a certificate of occupancy from the City of Durham prior to or during Ramadan, the IAR leadership team has made the decision to delay the official opening of the center until after Ramadan. The main reason for this delay is that, while the center may be ready for occupancy, we want to ensure that it is fully operational and ready for use. There are still some final items on the punch list that we need to address, and we want to make sure the communitys first experience at the new IAR center is nothing short of memorable and pleasant.

Additionally, the logistics of preparing for last-minute Ramadan programming at the new center could cause potential disruptions, which might negatively impact the experience at both campuses. Doing it right is far more important than doing it quickly, and we feel that this is the best approach to ensure a smooth and enjoyable transition for everyone.

Like all of you, we are eagerly awaiting the day when we can finally open the doors of our Page Road campus and celebrate this momentous occasion together. We deeply appreciate your continued support and look forward to sharing this exciting new chapter with all of you.

Ramadan Mubarak,

Dr. Osama Said, OD

Chairman

Islamic Association of Raleigh