T-Bone
Younger boomer (60-70)
Male + Female + dependent(s)
Northern California, CA U.S.
Speed of commitment:
Fast: Open to a situation that takes everyone being all-in from the start (with contracts & clarity)
IC types I would live in or am forming:
Activist commune supporting shared work, Artist collective & live work space, Ecovillage or agrihood, Farm or ranch, Life partner also into community, Multi-house collective (resource-sharing among houses not adjacent), Off-grid, Resource-sharing or income-sharing commune, Retreat or event hosting as community, Shelter for homeless, Solarpunk, Spiritual or religious focus, Student house share
Food production:
Working toward a mix of producing our own food and buying groceries, Working toward producing all or nearly all of our own food
IC seeker or founder/resident:
IC founder: I am seeking members to join a core group in founding a new IC. We already have a clear vision and established norms.
ICmatch group or IC I'm part of:
http://edenvillage.net
Service-based IC (population served):
Addiction recovery, Aged out foster teens, Chronically homeless, Escaped from sex trafficking, Low income LGBTQ+, Low income families with children, Mild to moderate mental illness, Neurodivergent needing accommodations, Physical disability, Runaway or homeless minors
Service-based IC (services offered):
Long term shelter, Permanent residence, Provides support services possibly including paid work opportunities for the selected group(s), Provides van or RV spot, Short term shelter
Vulnerable population as a proportion of residents:
Less than half
Residential proximity:
Multi-house collective (shared resources, but IC houses might be scattered within a traditional neighborhood), Roommates (okay to share bedroom), Separate units (separate apartments but some shared common areas with shared resources), Shared land (separate houses possibly with some shared buildings)
Ownership types:
Co-operative (collectively owned separate houses or apartments), Join an established IC to learn and possibly stay, Joint land purchase to subdivide, hold shares, or hold "tenancy in common", Rent a room as a trial run, Rented with shared housing or shared land, Whatever the group can agree on
Reasons for shared housing or land:
Ecological sustainability to reduce carbon footprint, Friendship and sharing activities, Having a “chosen family” to share good times and support each other thru hard times, Helping each other with childcare, Helping with eldercare, Lower cost of living, Self-sufficiency and sovereignty, Shared land, shared community hub such as gardens or meeting space, but not shared housing), Sharing meals and chores, Sharing resources (spaces, equipment, tools, vehicles, gardens), Working together in a business (e.g., remote location)
Décor of shared areas:
A consistent aesthetic theme is important, Decisions based on practical utility and durability
Clutter level of shared living areas or work space:
Average level of "lived in" look, Tidy in shared spaces, with a designated place for things
Cleanliness level (germs & crumbs):
All food counters & tables wiped down after each use, All food counters & tables wiped down daily to not attract pests, Dishes washed (or loaded into dishwasher) daily to not attract pests, Disinfectants must be ecologically safe products (chemical sensitivity)
Yard or landscaping:
Gardens and edible landscaping, Place to park my RV or tiny home, Tidy and clutter-free outdoors with storage out of sight
Neighborhood or scenery:
Clean well maintained urban or suburban surroundings are a priority worth paying extra for, Nature scenery is a priority worth paying extra for
Current city, town, or county:
Northern California
Nation(s) of current residence:
U.S.
Preferred regions worldwide:
Canada BC, Central America, U.S. California, U.S. Oregon, U.S. Washington state
Population density:
Remote, Rural, Small town
Ideal location(s):
Northern California
Commitment to my current location:
Want to eventually commit to a permanent location if it goes well, Want to experience a variety of communities and locations, Would relocate if group decides to try another location together
Relocation capacity:
Ready to move from my current residence now or in the near future, Ready to move from my general area now or in the near future, Ready to move from my general area within the next few years
State, province, or region:
California (CA)
Leadership availability:
I'm currently in IC leadership, I'm not currently available to be part of a core leadership team, I'm willing to join as part of a core leadership team
Roles and responsibilities:
Clear responsibilities are important to minimize conflict, Flexible responsibilities are often best, which aren't assigned or micromanaged, In a reciprocal relationship you give about as much as you get, but it happens without keeping track, In a small family-like group, the saying applies, “to each according to their need, from each according to their abilities", To keep situations fair, to a reasonable extent accountability should be established through written agreements
Generation:
Younger boomer (60-70)
Generations intended in IC:
Gen A (born 2013 – 2024), Gen B (babies! born 2025 – 2039), Gen Z (born 1997 – 2012), Millennial (born 1981 – 1996), Older boomer (born 1946 – 1954), Pre-boomer (born before 1946), Younger boomer (born 1955 – 1964)
Illegal recreational drugs (tolerable rules):
Should not be policed by the community, as long as no minors are involved and others are not negatively impacted
Overnite guests (tolerable rules):
Should be allowed in designated guest areas, Should be permitted in limited circumstances as decided by the governance process, Should be subject to group decision only if it becomes problematic, Should not be a concern of the community, as long as everyone's privacy is respected
Religious or spiritual practice-based IC:
No mandate of adherence to shared religious beliefs and practices
Ecological preservation ethics:
Commitment to reduce, re-use, recycle, Composting toilet, Eating vegan, vegetarian, or certified humane animal products, Gray water recycling where permitted, Local food commitment for low carbon footprint, Minimize use of plastic, Use of alternative power such as solar or wind
Size of community:
11 to 20, 21 to 50, 51 to 150, 6 to 10, Over 150, Under 6
My gender identity:
Male
Genders welcome in IC:
AFAB, AMAB, Agender, Female, Genderfluid, Genderqueer, Male, Non-binary, Trans man, Trans woman
Couple situations welcome in IC:
Available somewhat (e.g., in open relationship), Committed closed partnership(s) (e.g., married monogamous couples), Single (not in a committed closed partnership)
Sexual identities welcome in IC:
Cisgender (gender aligns with natal sex), Heterosexual (straight), LGBTQ+ (non-normative gender identity and/or same-sex attraction), Monogamous (committed to a single sexual partner), Non-monogamous, Polyamorous (in more than one physically intimate relationship with consent of all involved), Polygamous (married to more than one spouse)
Sex & intimacy norms in IC:
A topic discussed with curiosity and respect, allowing for experimentation around what works for the community, Primarily left to the individual to determine, with the understanding that personal choices can impact community culture
Significant other(s):
Female
Dependent(s):
+ dependent(s)
Children in IC:
Children are welcome but not a necessity (not a dealbreaker issue)
Dogs:
Indoor dog(s) not okay, Outdoor dog(s) not okay
Cats:
Indoor cat(s) okay, Outdoor cat(s) not okay
Shared meals (acceptable norms):
Prefer shared meals daily, Shared meals are necessary community glue, Shared meals are necessary for efficiency and low cost
Medical risk bubbles:
I can't live with or work physically close to people who need strict precautions from people in their IC
Noise level:
A lively social environment should be the norm, A quiet serene living space should be the norm, As long as the vibe is positive, loud gatherings can be frequent, Different noise tolerance can be managed by having designated times for noise and quiet, Just keep it down enuf that neighbors don't complain, One quiet space should be reserved for those who need to focus on work
Off-grid:
Is a workable favored option, Is the definite only plan, Is workable for a part time location