Do you support the continued funding of $2.83, (of the $2.83 collected, $2.37 goes to the program and $0.46 is for Return to Aid) per undergraduate student per quarter and $2.50 (of the $2.50 collected, $2.04 goes to the program and $0.46 is for Return to Aid) for summer quarter for the Isla Vista Tenants Union (IVTU)?
Pro Statements
The Isla Vista Tenants Union (IVTU) has been a critical resource for students in Isla Vista, informing the Isla Vista community on their rights as renters, affordable housing, and fair living conditions. By reaffirming the lock-in fee, the student body can support the mission behind IVTU to keep providing vital services like legal support and community efforts to protect students from unfair housing practices and continuously educating them on their rights and responsibilities as tenants, especially as a highly vulnerable population to landlords.
The $2.38 quarterly fee power ASUCSB is a small price to pay for the continuation of our efforts to provide for those who inhabit Isla Vista. Without this funding, IVTU would struggle to meet the demand for assistance and advocacy, especially with dramatic increases in rising rent, housing instability, and the threat of bluff deterioration which impacts many students living on Del Playa.
Reaffirming this fee strengthens the student community by ensuring we have enough funds to have a strong and powerful voice in the fight for fair and affordable students. IVTU empowers students to protect their rights and overall improves quality of life within Isla Vista. We have passed grants for students at risk for eviction, provided tools for education (weekly newsletters, pamphlets and merchandise), provided resources like free mold kits and housing supplies, and funded initiatives to ensure the safety of Isla Vista.
For a stronger and equitable Isla Vista, please vote YES on the IVTU lock-in fee.
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