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'''[http://calnonprofits.org/resources/starting-nonprofit/15-launch-articles/65-first-steps-articl Step-by-Step Guide for Starting a California Nonprofit]'''
* [[Founding Document]]  
 
* [[Rules]] - There are 6 hard rules in the Omni Commons - you can review them here.
'''Current action item''': Each member group must review and consense on our [[Bylaws]]!
* [[Delegates Meetings]] - Our weekly spokescouncil meetings are open to all. Thursdays at 7pm in the basement.
 
* [[Statement of Solidarity]]
'''Current action item''': File our [[Articles_of_Incorporation|Articles of Incorporation]] with the IRS
* [[Safer Space Policy]]
 
* [[Statement_of_Purpose|Statement of Purpose]]
The Omni Oakland Commons is based on this original [[Founding_Document|Founding Document]].
* [[Cops at the Door]] - How to respond to law enforcement attempting to enter the space
 
* [[Conflict Resolution Policy]] - Process for engaging with conflict at the Omni, including a list of available mediators and information on those individuals not allowed in the Omni Commons.
=FAQ=
* [[Bylaws]] - Our official legal bylaws
==How does the OOC make decisions?==
* [[Facilitation]] - Tips on facilitating meetings.
The Omni Collective is composed of representative delegates from each of the [[Collectives|member groups]]. Decisions are made through consensus among the delegates present at a regular [[Meetings|meeting]]. A delegate may, if they deem it necessary, postpone a decision until the next meeting to give more time for deliberation within their member group.
* [[Bureaucracy]] - Annual minutes, Articles of Incorporation, Conflict of Interest Policy, etc
==How can I join the OOC?==
Currently, you may attend a [[Meetings|Meeting]] on the 1st, 2nd and 4th Thursday of the Month to learn more about the project and propose your group for participation in the project. To Propose a project, please read this document and fill out the questionnaire. Thanks. [[Questions for New Collectives]]
 
==How does the OOC sustain itself financially?==
See our [[Business Model]] for information on the responsibilities of members and member groups, as well as income and expenditure flows. See also our [[Loan Terms]] document.

Latest revision as of 23:07, 18 October 2018