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Dragonfly Community

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About the Communities

  • Established
  • Ecological
  • Town/Small City

Founding year

  • 2016

What we do

We are a cohesive group of like-minded singles, couples, elders, teens and children that by unity have come together to prepare for the coming times of financial hardship and cataclysmic events that could challenge our way of living as we know it today – sharing knowledge, skills, resources and labor to ensure our future and well-being.
We are looking for sound, responsible, service-minded individuals to join our community who are willing to share positive skills. Our current members have a variety of skills including maintenance, farm work (livestock and agriculture), teachers, doctors, permaculture, mechanics, electricians, paramedics, dentists, and security, all professions and skills are accepted.
All faiths, cultures and individuals who are passionate about preserving life and taking care of day-to-day operations are encouraged to join.
We accept well socialized dogs, cats and birds.

Our Mission

Together, We Prepare, Survive and Thrive.

  • Purpose
  • Ecological
  • Community type
  • Cohousing
  • Coliving
  • Ecovillage
  • Sustainability practices
  • Permaculture design
  • Activities
  • Property management
  • Education
  • Experiences
  • Networking
  • Services Business
  • Others

Commemorative dates

  • January 1, 2016
  • Started planning
  • January 1, 2017
  • Started living together

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  • 475 Total members
  • Open to new members
  • Not open to visitors
Total
655

How to join

*To be considered a candidate each adult must pass background check and interview.
*We are looking for individuals who are FREE of drugs, alcohol, or tobacco.
*Service-minded, responsible individuals are desired.
Please pick brochure packets below:
https://dragonflycommunityshelter.files.wordpress.com/2018/02/shelter-membership-info_packet1.pdf
https://dragonflycommunityshelter.files.wordpress.com/2018/07/shelter-membership-info_packets_2.pdf

Primary decision-making authority

  • Single Leader or Founding Couple

One person or partnership has ultimate authority.

Decision-making process

  • Leadership Decides

A single person, couple, or small group makes most major decisions.

Governance structure

  • Founder/Leader-led

Primary authority rests with the community’s founder(s) or designated leader(s).

Conflict resolution approach

In general, everyone’s input is valued and asked for from the time they arrive, all decisions are made by consensus. However; because of the nature of our current society, and the difficulties that almost everyone is experiencing now, we have leaders for special tasks, team leaders are sometimes needed to keep things focused and on track.
• Expenses consist of taxes, insurance, supplies, and expansion as needed, are covered by the membership monthly fee of $40;
• Any surplus of treasury is held for the following year;
• Making budgets and keeping records are the responsibility of the Board of Directors;
• There is to be NO demand for or exchange of currency within community borders.

Economic model

  • Independent Finances

Members maintain separate personal finances with minimal sharing.

Economic scenarios for this community

  • There is a one-time fee, investment, or share purchase to join the community separate from accessing housing
  • Members need to pay fees, dues, or similar to live there on a per month or per year basis
  • There is a labor obligation
  • Members typically need to have their own job or other personal source of income to cover their expenses while living in the community?

Additional economic information

Join fee: Yes
Regular fees: $40
Labor: Yes (10 hrs/week)
Members with pre-existing debt: allowed
Each perspective member has to be able to buy into the Membership.
There is a One-time membership fee;
Please Inquire.
$40 monthly fee paid by each family for property taxes and insurance.
Community members have completely independent finances;
In general, everyone must be self-sufficient financially at this point;
Financial assistance can be available for a few if you are a really good fit for the community;
An individual’s outside debt is not a community debt.
Resources and skills/labor is expected for the benefit of all.

Shared resources and amenities that are accessible to everyone in the community

Garden(s), Greenhouse(s), Library, Workshop, Swimming pond or pool, Large Scale Kitchen, Stage or Auditorium, Swingsets & play areas, Gym or sports area

Frequency of communal meals

  • About once a week

Significant food acquisition practices

  • Livestock / Animal Husbandry

Dietary type

  • Kosher Only

Dietary restriction

  • People can cook and eat what they want in their own residence

Community activities and engagement

  • Transition Town (post-petroleum and off-grid communities.)
  • School, Educational Institute or Experience
  • Volunteer, Internship, or Apprenticeship, or WWOOF’ing
  • Neighborhood, Community Housing, or Homeowner's Association
  • Ethical Business, Investment Group, or Alternative Currency
  • Organization, Resource, or Network

Substance use culture

  • Substance use is prohibited in the community
  • Religions
  • Baha'i Faith
  • Christian
  • Buddhist
  • Jewish
  • Muslim
  • Hindu
  • Quaker
  • Sufi
  • Hare Krishna
  • Native
  • Wiccan, Paganism, or Earth Religions
  • Unitarian Universalist

Gender composition

  • Roughly balanced (no group over 60%)

Age demographics

  • Family-focused (many children and parents)

Property status

  • Privately owned

Property owner

  • By several individuals through an LLC or a Tenancy In Common agreement

Setting

  • Town/Small City

Smaller municipalities with local services but rural character.

Community type

  • Cohousing

    Private homes with shared common facilities, designed for neighborly
    interaction while maintaining independence.

  • Coliving

    Shared living spaces with private bedrooms/bathrooms and communal
    kitchens, dining, and social areas.

  • Ecovillage

    Integrated communities designed around ecological principles with sustainable living practices.

  • Commune

    Communal living with shared resources, property, and often income or work responsibilities

  • Intentional Neighborhoods

    Geographically close groups of independently-owned homes whose residents actively cultivate community relationships and shared values.

Sustainability approach

  • Permaculture design

Land practices in our community

  • The community practices permaculture

Self-produced energy

  • Over 66%

Energy sources used

  • Wind
  • Photovoltaic Solar

Self-produced food

  • Over 66%

Local, organic, or fair trade food

  • Over 66%

Food systems

  • Community garden
  • Greenhouse / aquaponics
  • Land area size
    400 acres

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Location

  • Alaska, United States

Needs and Offers

Offer
  • Real Estate For Sale
2 months ago

“Lots” of Goodness For Sale!

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