Cohousing-L Mailing List: Re: mission statements

[Fred H Olson (fholson]

Don Weil, Solterra Cohousing,  DWeil20688 [at] aol.com
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Kay,
Solterra has a vision statement. I think that it may provide you with some 
ideas.
Don Weil

SOLTERRA VISION STATEMENT

Our name "Solterra," meaning sun and earth was chosen because we wanted a 
name that shows the relationship between our community and the natural world 
and our dependence on it. Our guiding principles are:
1.  We believe in the importance of living in harmony with the natural world. 
 We will attempt to reduce energy use through efficient design and by taking 
advantage of the power of the sun.   We will preserve a portion of the land 
in its natural state. We will practice organic methods in gardening and 
landscaping and we will be prudent in the use of toxic materials.  We will 
commit ourselves to recycling.  
2.  We believe the purpose of community is to nurture the individual as well 
as create a strong sense of community.   We recognize the individual's need 
for privacy.  For this reason, the design of Solterra combines private homes 
and lots with extensive common areas.
3   We actively seek a diverse community that includes various ages and 
family structures as well as people of all races, religions, ethnic 
backgrounds and sexual orientation.
4.  We will share responsibility for our common property.  We will create a 
physical environment that encourages healthy community relationship.  This 
includes sharing of meals and facilities.  We will nurture a joy of living 
through planned and spontaneous celebrations.
5.  We will involve ourselves in the broader community of Durham and Orange 
Counties and beyond.  We will preserve and protect the history of the land 
and the buildings that have come to us. 



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