New members often feel like they're in the dark when they first move to Escher. The '''[https://icc.coop/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/Escher-House-Constitution.pdf House Constitution]''' and [[Frequently Asked Questions|'''FAQ''']] page may also help answer your questions, and but the purpose of this page is to list all member responsibilities so you can rest easy knowing you haven't forgotten anything. See the move-<br><big>'''Failure to uphold these responsibilities could result in checklist below for a quick synopsis of important action itemsfine(s).''' Please email the [[President]] or other relevant [[officers]] if you have any questions or concerns.</big>

{| class="wikitable" style="width: 80%; height: 3em;"Your responsibilities as a member ==! === URGENT MOVE-IN TO-DO'S|- | styleRESPONSIBILITIES ==="vertical-align: top;" |* '''All of these are REQUIRED and failing to follow these instructions could result in a fine!''' Please email the [[President]] or other relevant [[officers]] if you have any questions or concerns.* You should receive a welcome email prompting you to '''email either the [[President]] or [[Vice President of Relations|VP of Relations]] with your expected arrival time'''. Either way, email one of them as soon as you know the date you'll be arriving and update them if your ETA changes. Otherwise you may not receive a room key.

* Pay your charges on time every month! See '''[[Monthly Charges, Late Fees, and Eviction]]''' for more information.* Fill out the [[Work|'''Work Survey''' ]] BEFORE you arrive. The Fall '22 survey can be found [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf2aI7pWRZiEdgzXCQwzKVlO9_KpPnANl5jAH-lYBJzWSXsew/viewform here]. If you arrive after the start of a term, email the [[Work Manager]] to ensure they received your response.* Make sure to attend '''[[New Member Orientation]]'''! Check your email or click [[New Member Orientation|here]] for more info.* Check your email each day or O'Keeffe/Renaissance Kitchens for the latest '''[[Work Schedule]]''' , where you will be assigned a house labor shift according to your responses on the work survey. You must attend your [[work]] shifts weekly after the latest [[work scheduleWork Schedule]] goes into effect(AKA check your email frequently to make sure no changes have been made)! If you are confused, please see the [[https://docs.google.com/document/d/1aqH7VDvwtfjFJ2epVMWzB3gpHMyYrHAxTlox8mWS1JM/edit?usp=sharing Member's Guide to Work at Escher]]. If you still have questions, reach out to the [[Work Manager]].

* Everyone cleans their bathroom a few times each semester at Escher. Inside the bathroom closest to your room, you will find a bathroom cleaning sign-up sheet. Write your name in at least four spaces on this sheet. If you've moved in after all the spots are filled, consult your [[Suite Managers|Suite Manager]].* Our [[Secretary]] should add you to the email list on the day (or a few days before) you arrive according to the email address you listed on your Rent Manager account. '''If you suspect you are not receiving house emails, contact escher.secretary@icc.coop with your name, preferred email address, and room number ASAP.''' Mistakes do happen and we wouldndon't want you to miss any important house information!|}

{| class="wikitable" style="width: 80%; height: 3em;"! Other Move-In To-Do's|- | style="vertical-align: top;" |* Skim the '''[[House Constitution]]''' to understand more about how Escher functions.* Read the current [[COVID Policy https://docs.google.com/document/d/16td_6ybcoIwfjZ_Qkj_rt8_78tIVMrm2iPlPKVMTElc/edit#headingRECURRING RESPONSIBILITIES ===h.ftwnk2r5fpud]] to understand how masking and quarantining works in our house.* Update your '''mailing address'''. See the [[House Constitution]] for the mailing addresses of each suite.* If you have a car and want a space in our parking lot, fill out [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeLzToh4W2HugfvIFJYMpaCcoutSd-lTu8iuYDWOupZy1XeLg/viewform this '''parking form'''].* If you install a personal AC unit you must fill out [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfZEDm8gxafUC4h6NWVy17wYp1gfojbhMvBX-3etENQjCwl8A/viewform this '''AC form''']. AC units cost $26 monthly (added to Rent Manager charges) and rooms with unreported AC units are subject to fines.|}

== Your responsibilities as a member ==This section lists things that are required from all members. === Urgent and recurring responsibilities ===# * '''Make sure you are on the house email list[[Work Holiday]]'''. If you have not been receiving any house emailsoccurs once each semester, email near the beginning of the term. You are required to sign up for [[SecretaryWork Holiday]] with or sign up to complete four hours of work at a later date if you are unavailable. Keep an eye on your name, preferred email address, for more information about the date and room numberexpectations.# The work survey is sent out at the beginning of the term. ** If you were not on moved in after the email list when the survey was sent youstart of a contract period, you must '''contact can email the [[Work Manager]]to see if [[Work Holiday]] has happened yet or not.* Update your '''mailing address' '' when you move in and anytime you move to be assigned a shiftroom in a different suite.# See the [[Worksuites]] is required from all members each weekpage for the mailing addresses.## House chores * When you notice something is broken or malfunctioning in the house, submit a weekly 3Request for Assistance, or [RFA]. The two types are [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfB-hour shift you must work. HW38ydNSNMaD_84L0EXOAahsmmsXSMedSvderASJ3-hLA/viewform '''Maintenance RFA'''Make sure you are on the ] and [[Work Schedule|work schedule]]https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeadGygL4eYuLNZI6kayMGLlFcpBWDeWqhP-qNz1ex-ZwklMg/viewform '''Tech RFA''' Contact the [[Work Manager]] with any questions.## Suite chores are also required each week. Your * If you have a car and want a space in our parking lot, read the [[Suite ManagersParking|Suite Manager'''parking''']] will assign page for more information and to learn where guests can park. You must be issued a task parking pass to park in our lot.* If you (or allow you wish to bring a pet to choose one). This will be something like vacuuming the hallwaysEscher, wiping down the kitchen surfaces, or getting the mail. read and understand our '''Make sure your Suite Manager knows who you are (you can find their email [[Suite Managers|herePet Policy]]), and that you have been assigned a suite chore.'''.## Bathroom cleaning. Everyone cleans their bathroom a few times each semester at Escher. Inside the bathroom closest * If you plan to your room, you will find host a bathroom cleaning sign-up sheet. Write your name in guest at least four spaces on this sheetany point, making sure not to sign up for consecutive weeks (members should take turns cleaning each week)read and understand our '''[[Guest Policy]]'''. === Intermittent responsibilities ===* When you get ready to move-out, read and understand these '''[[Work HolidayMove-Out]] occurs once each semester, near instructions'''.* Understand the beginning of difference between the term. You are required to sign up for Work Holiday or complete four hours types of work at a later date if '''[[Release Requests]]''' in case you are unavailableever need to request one.

* Attend house meetings. ! Make sure your voice is represented in the house by attending bi-weekly house meetings, . participating in discussions, and voting!Keep an eye on your email for the agenda that will be sent out by the [[President]] 24-48 hours before these meetings.** Write a [[Proposals|proposal]] to change something at Escher. These will be voted on at House Meetings and can be submitted to the President to be added to the agenda. Example: A budget proposal to buy [[guff]] inflatable tubes to use on the Huron river!** Join to give [[pinecones]] to someone for their contributions to the house.* Attend officer meetingsif you have suggestions to share. While some officer meeting discussions must necessarily be private, you are welcome to attend the regular officer meetings that occur twice a month. Each of these meetings will have a Member Time period where you can raise concerns directly with a room full of officers.** If you take issue with something an officer has done, but do not want to bring it up to them directly, contact your suite's [[House Council]] member. They can keep your complaint anonymous if you wish and work with you to determine how best to rectify the situation.* [https://discord.com/invite/Xf7eHskmN7 Join the Discord]. Though email is the primary form of house communication, the Discord serves as a quick way to share information with with suitemates, housemates, and [[officers]]. It has become increasingly relied upon in recent years and so I highly recommend everyone to join. Plus, many morale & [[Culture Shift|culture]]-building memes are shared there!

* Aim Communicate with your housemates and aim for sustainabilityconflict resolution at the lowest level.** Use cloth towels rather than paper towels whenever possible.** Take food scraps to the compost bins in If you need extra assistance, contact someone relevant and/or trusted on the [[O'Keeffe Dining Room]Current Leadership|house leadership] or [[Renaissance Dining Room]] during the warmer months when composting is underwayteam.** Turn off lights in empty roomsBe kind.** Get Do your best to know other members with cars and try to carpool. == Possibilities ==This section lists optional things you can do to be more involved at Escher.* Write a understand inclusive language, like that outlined in our [[Proposals|proposalLBGTQ Workshop]] to change something at Escherpage.* Organize a house [[Social Events|social event]]. Contact The [https://discord.com/invite/Xf7eHskmN7 Discord] is a great way to get the word out, or you can contact the [[Social Chair]] for help -- we with planning bigger events. We have house funds set aside for social events, and the Social Chair can also help spread the word about your event.* Aim for [[Sustainable Practices|sustainability]].