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Will Chico join the list of sane and humane communities saying 'NOT HERE' to Sit/Lie?

Redding say’s ‘no way, not here’ at the July 16th, 2013 City Council Meeting!

Want to help Chico make the sane/humane choice? reblog/SHARE this post, sign the online petition in opposition and visit Without a Roof’s Sit/Lie Page for more ways to voice opposition. Thanks!

Citizens Against Sit/Lie

11-year-old has Sit/Lie figured out, why can’t you?

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Citizens Against Sit/Lie Laws

Redding California, Chico’s neighbors to the north, is being threatened by Sit/Lie laws as well. Without a Roof stands in solidarity with any community that has these laws, or is considering adopting them. 

We need community involvement in striking down these affronts to our liberty and public spaces. Please consider voicing your opposition and disdain early and often. Civil action is crucial!

Here are some Without a Roof resources to assist you. Thanks!

Leaflets and Stickers for printing and distributing.

Online Petition opposing Chico Sit/Lie Laws

Hard Copy Petition. Print and canvass for votes it’s fun

Protest Chico’s Sit-Lie Ordinance

Protest Redding’s Sit/Lie Law Page

Without a Roof’s Sit/Lie Page

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11-year-old has Sit/Lie figured out, why can't you?

"It's gonna really hurt a lot of homeless people, because there's a lot of homeless people in Chico. It's almost like we're going back to the 1960's where black people weren't allowed to sit on certain chairs or drink out of certain fountains." - Amanda -

"It will be giving them fines for sitting where they want to sit as an American. That's not right. They don't have any money so they'll owe the police money. They'll just go to jail, because they don't have any money." - Amanda -

Photo courtesy of deservedness.tumblr.com

"Ya know I was thinking, an 11-year-old can figure this out America why can’t you? Seriously." - Amanda -

Click here to learn more and figure it out.

Amanda signs a petition against Sit/Lie, says it’s wrong

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11-year-old Amanda signs a petition against Sit/Lie, says it's wrong

Without a Roof proudly introduces Amanda, an amazing young lady.

Amanda and her family were enjoying a Saturday afternoon together at Chico Downtown Plaza. Simultaneous smiles and 'hi Bill' smacked my face and ears from two directions, one from a young homeless traveler approaching for a hug, the other from Amanda's dad Bryan.

After a hug and some dog bone gifting I eagerly went over to see Bryan's family. Bryan and his wife Missy have three girls, Amanda being the oldest.

Almost immediately Amanda said, "Is that a petition?"

"Why yes it is," I replied.

I described the concept of the proposed Sit/Lie law and that this was a petition in opposition.

Without hesitation she said, "I want to sign."

I asked Amanda if this was the first petition she had signed...

"Yes." slight pause, "I'm in America Baby!"

Yes indeed you are Amanda.

Spoiler alert: Tune in tomorrow to hear what Amanda thinks about the ordinance,  including this gem... "Ya know I was thinking, an 11-year-old can figure this out America why can't you? Seriously."

Get involved in the signature drive today. Print the petition and bring to work, school, church wherever your heart desires. Contact Without a Roof to coordinate turning your signatures in. Always remember if you have a roof be grateful.

Click here to print petition Click here to contact Without a Roof. Contact information at bottom of page.

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Update on Food Not Laws - All systems go!

Food Not Laws Update 7/2: Without a Roof has purchased food that can be handed out. We will *NOT* be serving dishes. Main focus is education and activism. We'll have a table with literature, a petition, leaflets and stickers.

When: Today, July 2nd at 5:00 Where: 4th and Main - Chico California Why: To stand-up for our rights!

Click here for event details and to RSVP.

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Community is EVERYONE - No Sit/Lie Laws Required

This is a Without a Roof sponsored event occurring during the Chico Independence Day Celebration. Meet at the Peace Panel Project Exhibit in the vendor area in the One Mile area of Bidwell Park at 9:00 am. Leaflets and information will be available all day, just ask and spread the word. If you want to help canvass for petition signatures meet at 9:00 or noon.

Click here to RSVP

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Tony says,"ya gotta be SITTING me!"

Q: What is a Sit/Lie Ordinance?

A: One that criminalizes sitting and laying in public within a specific geographic area and time of day.