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Forming Formed: 2010

This page last updated:9/28/2010

Namaste

Kansas City, Missouri,

United States

Working on forming a community housing in Either Kansas City or Florida. Very much in the planning stages and wanting input from interested people. We will eventually be looking for a large house preferably in the country. Yes there is some room for lots of input. I would like a place that will focus on living inexpensively so that we can all have more of our money to pursue the fun things in life.

There will be no religious requirements. Everyone is welcome to join, and pursue their own beliefs. Of course everyone must be respectful of other's beliefs.

No asset sharing requirement. Rooms will be rented and utilities split. The goal is to save expenses, and not for anyone to "get rich".

If possible I would like to find a property that will be the most conducive to small or single parent families. It would even be good if homeschooling were considered.

In short, it would be great to get input into what would be important to you. This and the website will be updated frequently.

Although family friendly, please remember that parents are ultimately to take care of their kids.

Website: www.mikes-project.com

Contact:

Mike Coppoc
2885 Sanford Ave SW #14377
Grandville, Michigan 49418 United States
Phone: 505-750-4429

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This page last updated:9/28/2010

Visitor Process: Look me up and give me some input.

Statement of Housing Non-discrimination:

Our community does not discriminate in regards to housing based on race/color, national origin, religion, sex/gender, family status (i.e. having children, not having children, or being pregnant), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, ancestry, source of income, age, creed, personal appearance, political affiliation, HIV infection, military/veteran status, unfavorable military discharge, gender identity or expression, receiving public assistance, or being the victim of domestic abuse.

Comment: Everyone is welcome as long as they are honest and willing to contribute

Population Members(adults and children): (five adults and three kids are currenlty working on forming) Open to new members: Yes (we are forming, so we need interested people)	Government Decision Making: By a group of elders or other leaders Identified Leader: Yes (Mike is in charge of forming, for now but will be a group process) Leadership Core Group: Yes	Labor and Money Financial Style: Members have independent finances Open to Members with Pre-existing Debt: Yes Labor Contribution: Expected (We all work together on cleaning and household chores so that nobody has to work too hard on their own)
Land and Buildings Other (Prefer rural setting) Land Owned By: An absentee landlord Cohousing: Yes	Food, etc. Percentage of Food Grown: 6-20% Share Community Meals: 2-5 times/week (Sharing meals is a way to get to know eachother and share costs. It is suggested not manidtory) Dietary Choice or Restrictions: Diet is up to each individual Alcohol Use: Seldom used (No drunks welcome, but not against haveing a drink) Tobacco Use: Seldom used (outside only)	Social Factors Common Spiritual Practices: No Educational Style(s): Other (homeschooling encouraged, but not manditory)

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Comment from mwarner22 on 4/24/2011 (Reader Rating: 0)

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My son and I are in the process of purchasing a piece of property that has a home that can accomodate approximately 8-10 people, 12 acres in a community on the outskirts of Kansas City. Would very much be interested in hearing what you are thinking about and if this sounds like something you that would work with what you have in mind. He and I are both involved and appreciate living off-the grid. We have a garden, chickens and live very economically. Please let me know what other information we can provide.

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