Walnut Street Co-op :: Communities Directory

Formed: 2000 Established: 2000

This page last updated:12/23/2012

Walnut Street Co-op

Eugene, Oregon,

United States

Walnut Street Co-op is a social change oriented cooperative household in Eugene, Oregon. In September 2000 we moved into a large, rambling house together, seeking to build community. Three years later we formed a legal co-op, funding the project with many small loans from like-minded individuals. As housemates, we eat dinner together, share chores, attend house meetings, and have a basic commitment to resolve conflicts. We trust that each person holds a piece of the truth, and we are committed to deep listening with each other. Over time we’re finding that our friendships are deepening and a shared vision is emerging based on creating shifts in society toward dialogue, deliberation, and integration of diverse viewpoints.

Website: http://walnutstreetco-op.org/

Contact:

1680 Walnut St
Eugene, Oregon 97403-2062 United States
Phone: 541-484-1156

Links:

Walnut Street Co-op

Walnut St. Co-op Adventures: Our blog - lots of pictures, house activities, some recipes, etc.

Walnut St Co-op and Friends: our Facebook page

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This page last updated:12/23/2012

Visitors Accepted

Visitor Process: Phone or email us ahead of time. First visit usually consists of joining us for dinner and a tour.

Network Affiliations:

FEC: Federation of Egalitarian Communities

:: Fellowship for Intentional Community

:: Northwest Intentional Communities Association

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.

Population Members(adults and children): 10 (Sometimes two people will share a room, then we have 10 people.) Non-member Residents: 0 Open to new members: No (But we're always open to meeting people who may be interested in future openings.)	Government Decision Making: By consensus (Weekly house meetings.) Identified Leader: No Leadership Core Group: Yes (All residents participate equally in day-to-day decisions, including jobs, activities, and acceptance of new residents. The board of the co-op is responsible for the long-term well-being of the community and makes decisions on financing, capital improvements and a few other matters as specified in our bylaws.)	Labor and Money Financial Style: Members have independent finances (We do share food expenses, currently $140/month per person which stocks an extensive, entirely vegetarian, mostly organic pantry.) Open to Members with Pre-existing Debt: Yes Labor Contribution: Expected (Cook/clean for one dinner per week, and participate in house chores, monthly work parties, weekly house meetings, and occasional other projects as needed.) Join Fee: No Regular Fees: Yes (We each contribute monthly for rent, utilities, and food.)
Land and Buildings Urban Area: 0.2 acres (0.1 hectares) Land Owned By: The community Number of Residences: 1 Cohousing: No	Food, etc. Percentage of Food Grown: 1-5% (Vegetable & herb garden in front yard; fruit trees; four chickens.) Share Community Meals: 2-5 times/week (Dinners Monday-Friday are organized - everyone cooks/cleans once per week, and informally we often cook for each other more than that, using the (almost all organic) food we all buy collectively.) Dietary Choice or Restrictions: Diet is up to each individual (As a community we buy only vegetarian food, however individuals are free to buy meat with their own money and store/cook it in the second kitchen.) Dietary Practice: Primarily vegetarian Alcohol Use: Used Often (Beer/wine generally, sometimes we brew our own beer.) Tobacco Use: Used Occasionally (Permitted outdoors only)	Social Factors Common Spiritual Practices: No

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Comment from JohnAbbe on 3/30/2013 (Reader Rating: 0)

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I'm the second-longest resident, and have known Tom since about '93. There are still a few students here, but some have graduated or moved on. Average residency is up to at least three years, as more folks have been staying longer and one couple who were living in Finland for a while just moved back into the house. Costs are the same as what Tom explained in 2010 - I guess we've been making good use of our bulk-stored grains and beans!

We're always interested to meet folks curious about the house, even when we're full up (as we are right now - March 2013), so drop us a line and tell us about yourself if you'd like to come over for dinner.

Comment from TomAtlee on 11/5/2010 (Reader Rating: 0)

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I'm currently the longest-term member of Walnut St. Co-op. I was involved in its inception, joined in 2001 & have been on the board since its 2003 incorporation. We have significant turnover, with residency averaging about 2 yrs; long-term residency encouraged. Ages have ranged from 3-66 with most in their 20s. We work for age & gender diversity; would welcome racial, political, etc.; have had LGBT folks & poly folks -- all good if a good match personality-wise. 2010 rates: $350 rent, $95 utilities (incl wireless & long-distance phone), $140 shared food. Deposit equivalent to rent+util. Our usual entry process is 3 dinners, a house meeting, & an interview. The house culture & spirit evolve, depending on who's here and the rhythms of school (we have many students). Quiet neighborhood 5 blocks from UofOregon; 3 blocks from a giant lush park (woods & rhodo gardens) and a sports arena; 2 blocks from healthy groceries, drugstore, post office, restaurants, gas station, etc.

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