FarmsActivist
Speed of commitment:
Slow: Open to a situation where trust can build over time, 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:
Small farm or ranch, RV or mobile home parks, Disaster prep shared cabin
Food production:
Working toward producing all or nearly all of our own food, Working toward a mix of producing our own food and buying groceries, Not involved in farming or gardening
IC seeker or founder/resident:
IC seeker or cofounder: I’m seeking to join likeminded others as a core group in founding a new IC. Together we will establish a vision and norms.
Residential proximity:
Roommates (okay to share bedroom), House mates (separate bedrooms, shared kitchen), Separate units (separate apartments but some shared common areas with shared resources), Shared land (separate houses possibly with some shared buildings)
Ownership types:
Rented with shared housing or shared land, Co-operative (collectively owned separate houses or apartments)
Reasons for shared housing:
Ecological sustainability to reduce carbon footprint, Lower cost of living, Sharing resources (spaces, equipment, tools, vehicles, gardens), Sharing meals and chores, Having a “chosen family” to share good times and support each other thru hard times, Friendship and sharing activities
Clutter level of shared living areas or work space:
Tidy in shared spaces, with a designated place for things, Average level of "lived in" look, Creativity in progress (translate: not tidy in designated work space), Clutter doesn't bother me
Cleanliness level (germs & crumbs):
Disinfecting is not important, Dusting is not so important
Current city/town and state/province:
Santaquin, UT
Nation(s) of current residence:
United States
Preferred regions of North America:
Rocky Mountain U.S.
Population density:
Small town, Rural, Remote
Regions of world:
North America
Duration of your current location:
Want to experience a variety of communities and locations, Want to eventually commit to a permanent location if it goes well
Relocation capacity:
Other
Generation:
Gen X
Generations intended in IC:
Children (born 2013 or later), Gen Z (born 1997 – 2012), Millennial (born 1981 – 1996), Gen X (born 1965 – 1980), Younger boomer (born 1955 – 1964), Older boomer (born 1946 – 1954), Pre-boomer (born before 1946)
Illegal recreational drugs:
Should not be allowed on the premises
Overnight guests:
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 strict adherence to shared religious beliefs and practices
Ecological preservation ethics:
Local food commitment for low carbon footprint, Eating vegan, vegetarian, or certified humane meat, Use of alternative power such as solar or wind, Commitment to reduce, re-use, recycle, Gray water recycling where permitted, Composting toilet, None of the above
Size of community:
Under 6, 6 to 10, 11 to 20, 21 to 50, 51 to 150, Over 150
Sense of togetherness:
An IC should have regular opportunities to encourage all to share their feelings, An IC should have regular mandated “group work” to resolve conflicts as they arise, An IC should foster close interpersonal relationships
My gender + number:
Female
Genders welcome in IC:
Non-binary, Male, Female
My current couple situation:
I'm single or divorced, I'm available
Couple situations welcome in IC:
Committed closed partnership(s) (e.g., married monogamous couples), Single (not in a committed closed partnership), Available somewhat (e.g., in open relationship), Not available (e.g., you're okay if you're not going to be a threat to my primary relationship)
My sexual orientation:
Monogamous, Straight
Sexual orientations welcome in IC:
Heterosexual (straight), Cisgender (gender normative), Monogamous, Non-monogamous, LGBTQ+, Polyamorous, Polygamous (married to more than one)
Sex & intimacy norms in IC:
Celibate community, Pre-determined by proscribed religious doctrine, with community accountability, Primarily left to the individual to determine, with the understanding that personal choices can impact community culture, A topic not discussed by the community
Physical affection:
I am a big hugger; I’m affectionate even with people I don't know well
My availability for physical intimacy:
Not currently open to a new relationship
Children in IC:
Children are welcome but not a necessity (not a dealbreaker issue)
Children present in household:
Full time
Other people’s children:
I want to be in a setting in which all feel a responsibility for well-being of children in the community, Children are the responsibility of their parents, so any shared care needs to be agreed on between individuals, I am open to a community of free-range children who are allowed to roam the majority of community spaces unsupervised
Behavior correction:
Parents shouldn't be offended if other adults respectfully question their child(ren)'s behavior, Parents shouldn't have to micro-manage their children for the benefit of adults around them, Parents shouldn't allow their child(ren) to be loud and disruptive in group settings
Dogs:
Indoor dog(s) okay if some rooms are off limits, Outdoor dog(s) okay if not frequent barkers
Cats:
Indoor cat(s) okay, Outdoor cat(s) okay
Shared meals:
Shared meals should be optional
Medical risk bubbles:
I can commit to taking extra precautions for others in a high-risk category, I can live with or work physically close to people who do not take precautions against infection, allergy, or injury
Noise level:
One quiet space should be reserved for those who need to focus on work, One space should be available for those who like to have videos or games on frequently, Parents with children shouldn't have to constantly keep them quiet, 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
Sleep:
My sleep is not easily disturbed
Sleep needs & noise:
n.a.
Off-grid:
Is a workable option, Is workable part time, Is okay but not necessary, Is not the plan if it doesn't work for others I want to be in community with