Stand Up for Neighborly Novato - SUNN

“Stand Up for Neighborly Novato was formed to promote a fact-based, respectful debate regarding an issue that affects all of its citizens. I strongly support that goal.”

“If you are low income the cost of transportation and the logistics of getting from one area to another is critical. It is necessary to have housing in areas that are affordable and close to public transit in order to truly serve low income families. Housing and transportation to low income people is about survival, and we must support this effort to make this happen.”

“I know so many teachers and people who work in Novato who could benefit from affordable housing. They are hard working families who have jobs and volunteer in their community. A shorter commute will give them more time to spend with their families, help the environment and opportunities to spend money locally. I support affordable housing that maintains open space and doesn't spur wide spread development.”

“As a single mom and working mom, it is difficult to afford living in Novato. I work in Novato and my two kids go to school in Novato. We love it here and wish to stay, but the rents are so high.”

“I have benefited greatly from the affordable housing plan in Novato. I teach in the Novato Unified School District, and I'm a homeowner in the Meadow Park neighborhood of Hamilton. Many of my neighbors are teachers and other public employees who otherwise would be unable to purchase a home in Marin. Thanks to this program, I can plan to stay in Marin for the long term. I appreciate the efforts of Stand Up for Neighborly Novato to give voice to public workers and the other homeowners in my area who are an important part of our community fabric.”

“Stand up for Neighborly Novato is different than other housing groups. They're for reasonable-priced housing in a way that preserves open space and conserves our natural resources such as water and energy.”

“As a small business owner, I want more reasonable housing in Novato. The more families that live here and save money on their mortgage or rent, the more money they will spend in local stores and businesses which benefits us all.”

“We should provide home options for Novato’s seniors so they are not forced to leave their nearby families and the town they call home when they go on a fixed income.”

“The Mission Statement of the League of Women Voters of Marin County ‘encourages the informed and active participation of citizens in government, and influences public policy through education and advocacy.’ Stand Up for Neighborly Novato has been formed to do just that—to make Novato a neighborly community where people can have a civil dialogue on all issues of concern in the city.   We believe, with Stand Up for Neighborly Novato, that includes providing reasonable housing solutions  for Novato workers, families and seniors which don’t put a strain on neighborhoods and the environment.” 

“Novato is home to some of the most remarkable people in Marin; people who moved here because there was housing they could afford—yes, affordable housing. Let’s keep the door open to the next generation of remarkable people.”

“I Stand Up for Neighborly Novato’s work because it’s just common sense. Help Novato workers, like teachers and caregivers, live near their Novato jobs, then there’s less traffic on our streets and highways.”