Are you a resident of a mobile home community where you lease the land beneath your home? Do rising rent or lease payments worry you, especially if you're on a fixed income? Are you facing challenges with a landlord who isn't fulfilling their contractual obligations or perhaps using intimidation tactics? Have you come across terms like "Rent Stabilization" or "Resident Owned Communities"? If these issues resonate with you, are movements underway that could help. Continue reading to learn more.
Join Forces for a Stronger Community in Skagit County
In Skagit County, we believe in the power of unity. Achieving our goals often requires financial resources or influence, but our greatest strength lies in our collective power. By standing together with determination, we can make a significant impact.
Our Mission: Mobilizing Skagit County's Mobile Home Parks
Our current focus is on mobilizing the mobile home parks across Skagit County. The strategy involves two key steps:
Identifying Mobile Home Parks: We aim to map out all the mobile home parks in the area.
Finding Community Representatives: We seek individuals within these communities who are willing to collaborate with us, acting as our local coordinators and informants.
How You Can Make a Difference
Your involvement is crucial. Here’s how you can help:
Voice Your Opinion: Share your thoughts and perspectives.
Participate in Meetings: Attend various local gatherings, such as town halls, Zoom meetings, and informal sessions with community leaders like 'Coffee with the Mayor'.
Make Your Presence Felt
Use the "ICU" Prefix: When joining Zoom meetings, use "ICU" before your first name. This signals your affiliation with our group, drawing attention to our collective presence.
Speak Up: For those comfortable, we encourage you to express your views and ask relevant questions. Need inspiration? Our site offers several examples to get you started.
Bring Friends: Don’t go it alone. Encourage friends to join you, amplifying our voice.
Engage with Local Officials
Meet Your Representatives: Officials value constituent interactions. Meet them, share your concerns, and don’t forget to bring a friend for support.
Be a Familiar Face: Regular attendance at meetings is key. Wear a name tag with "ICU" prominently displayed, showing that we are vigilant and engaged.
Share Your Experiences: After attending meetings, let us know how it went. Your feedback and strategies are invaluable.
Stay Connected
Update Your Contact Information: To receive relevant updates and information, please provide your contact details under the 'Contact' section of our site.
Support Our Cause: By supporting each other, we strengthen our community. Your contributions, whether through participation or suggestions, are essential.
Spread the Word
Encourage friends and neighbors to visit our site and join our cause. Together, we can make a difference in Skagit County.
Thank you for your commitment and support. Let's make our community a better place for all!