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SOUTHERN LOGGERS COOPERATIVE
1152 Expressway Drive
Pineville, Louisiana 71360
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SLC Membership Application

PLEASE NOTE: THIS APPLICATION IS VALID FOR ALL UNITED STATES RESIDENTS EXCEPT FOR COVINGTON, VA.
IF YOU'RE LOCATED IN COVINGTON, VA PLEASE USE THIS APPLICATION INSTEAD. 
Dear Prospective Member,
 
Thank you for your interest in Southern Loggers Cooperative (SLC). We appreciate the confidence of all our members and are working hard to make it profitable for them. Membership is open to harvesters of timber, haulers of forest products in the natural state, finished products or products for recycling, forest road contractors, silvicultural contractors, farmers, ranchers, horticulturists, viticulturists, and forest landowners.
 
Please fill out the Membership Application, Credit Application, Participation Agreement and Fuel Card / Account Set Up Information forms below. Upon receipt you will receive an email from us with the final forms that we will need you to fill out and return. *If you will be purchasing dyed (off-road/non-taxed) diesel in Texas, you are required to submit a copy of your Dyed Diesel End-User Certificate issued by the Texas Comptroller's Office before purchasing dyed diesel.* Complete ALL the forms and return to us. We will begin to process your application for membership once the completed forms are received.  
***Please note that information provided in the application and on the W-9 form must match and must reflect the same information used by you or your business to file federal income taxes.***  If you need assistance with any forms, please contact us.
 
Again, thanks for your interest and we look forward to working with you. If you have any questions or if we can help you in any way, please call us. We are here to serve you. A copy of our unmanned station locations is located here for your records.

Sincerely,
Todd Martin
Executive Director
 
If you'd prefer to fill out the application by hand please download the PDF below and send
the completed application to Lisa Alwell via email lisa@southernloggers.com or fax (1-888-641-8082)
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MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION

* All Fields Are Required .

I hereby apply for membership in the Southern Loggers Cooperative and agree to abide by the Articles of Association and Bylaws of the association, now and hereafter in effect, copies of which have been or will be presented to me for inspection.

I Certify That
  • viticulturist;
  • I acknowledge and will pay the membership fee of $100.00;
  • I have signed or will sign the Participation Agreement

After my membership shall have been in effect for one year from the date of its acceptance by the association, either party may terminate it by notifying the other party in writing of this intention between December 1 and December 31 of any year. If neither of the parties to this agreement so notifies the other, it is mutually agreed.

Applicant Signature:

By typing in this box you agree your electronic signature is the legal equivalent of your manual signature.

Southern Loggers Cooperative Office completes this section

This certifies that is accepted as a member of SOUTHERN LOGGERS COOPERATIVE and is entitled to all rights benefts, and privileges of membership in the association.

Credit Application

I authorize the references listed above as well as any other creditors or credit bureaus to release credit information on any and all of my accounts.

Signature & Date:

By typing in this box you agree your electronic signature is the legal equivalent of your manual signature.

SOUTHERN LOGGERS COOPERATIVE
PARTICIPATION AGREEMENT

This Participation Agreement (the “Agreement”) is entered into as of ,
by and between (Name): , herein referred to as “Member”, and Southern Loggers Cooperative, an agricultural cooperative with administrative offices in Pineville, Rapides Parish, Louisiana, herein referred to as “Association”.

Recitals
  1. Association is an agricultural cooperative organized under the laws of the State of Louisiana with its administrative offices located in Pineville, Louisiana.
  2. Member is a member of the Association engaged in one or more of the following activities: harvester of timber; hauler of forest products in the natural state or finished products or products for recycling; forest road contractor; silvicultural contractor; forest landowner; farmer; rancher; horticulturist; or viticulturist.
  3. Member has purchased a membership in the Association and paid ONE HUNDRED AND NO/100 DOLLARS ($100.00) as an equity investment, entitling Member to the benefits of membership so long as Member complies with the Articles of Association, Bylaws, and this Agreement.

In consideration of the mutual covenants and obligations herein, the parties agree as follows:

1. Definitions
  • 1.1: “Articles” and “Bylaws” means the Association’s Articles of Association and Bylaws, as amended from time to time.
  • 1.2:“Covered Purchases” means goods and services made available by or through the Association from approved suppliers and vendors.
  • 1.3: “Supplier/Vendor” means any third party with whom the Association has negotiated pricing, terms, programs, or benefits for Covered Purchases.
2. Membership Commitments and Exclusivity
  • 2.1: Covered Purchases. Member agrees to purchase its operational requirements for Covered Purchases when feasible through the Association where the Association has established a purchasing program for such category.
  • 2.2:Compliance With Articles and Bylaws. Member agrees to conform to and observe the Articles and Bylaws now in force and as they may be amended hereafter.
3. Pricing; Programs; Changes
  • 3.1: Program Access. Member shall be provided access to the Association’s current list of Covered Purchases, negotiated pricing, and program terms.
  • 3.2:Changes. The Association may, in its sole discretion, modify, add, or discontinue any program, supplier, product, or benefit on notice to Member, including via electronic posting or email.
4. Orders; Delivery; Risk of Loss
  • 4.1:Ordering. Member shall place orders in accordance with the Association’s procedures and any applicable supplier requirements.
  • 4.2:Delivery Terms. Goods and services shall be delivered to a mutually agreed location at the earliest reasonable time after ordering, at supplier or Member expense depending on contract terms.
  • 4.3:Risk of Loss; Title. Risk of loss and title shall pass as provided in the applicable supplier terms. Absent specific terms, risk of loss passes upon delivery to Member or Member’s carrier.
5. Payment; Credit; Remedies
  • 5.1:Payment Terms. Member shall pay the amount due the supplier or vendor promptly as stated on the invoice or in the applicable purchase agreement with the supplier.
  • 5.2: Credit Arrangements. If a supplier requires a line of credit, Member shall obtain such credit at Member’s expense.
  • 5.3:Open Account Liability. Failure to timely pay for goods or services shall constitute failure to pay an open account as defined in Louisiana Revised Statute 9:2781 and may result in suit on open account, subjecting Member to liability for principal, interest, judicial interest, court costs, and reasonable attorney’s fees.
  • 5.4: Setoff; Suspension. The Association may suspend Member’s purchasing privileges and set off amounts owed by Member to the Association or to suppliers against any amounts otherwise payable by the Association to Member.
6. Member Representations and Covenants
  • 6.1:Authority. Member represents that it is duly organized, validly existing, and authorized to enter this Agreement; the signatory has requisite authority.
  • 6.2: Compliance. Member shall comply with all applicable laws, obtain and maintain all permits and licenses, and follow all safety, environmental, and transportation regulations related to Covered Purchases and their use.
  • 6.3: Information; Audit Rights. Member shall provide reasonably requested information to verify eligibility, usage, or compliance, including purchase Page 2 of 6 volumes for program administration. The Association may audit Member’s records related to Covered Purchases upon 10 business days’ notice, during normal business hours, no more than once per year, or more frequently if non compliance is suspected.
7. Association Rights; Suspension.
  • Termination 7.1 Suspension/Termination for Cause. Without limiting its rights under the Articles and Bylaws, the Association may suspend ordering privileges or terminate this Agreement and/or membership for: (a) nonpayment; (b) violation of exclusivity or this Agreement; (c) fraud or misrepresentation; (d) breach of Articles or Bylaws; or (e) conduct detrimental to the Association or its programs.
  • 7.2 Discretionary Suspension. The Association may suspend Member’s access to specific suppliers, programs, or benefits if required by supplier terms, legal compliance, or risk management.
  • 7.3 Forfeiture of Membership. Material violation of this Agreement may be grounds for the Association to terminate Member’s membership.
8. Limitation of Liability; Indemnification
  • 8.1No Warranties by Association. The Association does not manufacture or control the goods or services; all product warranties are solely those of the supplier or manufacturer, which Member shall rely upon exclusively.
  • 8.2Limitation of Liability. To the maximum extent permitted by law, the Association shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, consequential, special, exemplary, punitive, or lost profit damages, even if advised of the possibility thereof. The Association’s aggregate liability arising out of or relating to this Agreement shall not exceed the fees, if any, paid by Member to the Association for the specific transaction giving rise to the claim.
  • 8.3Indemnification. Member shall defend, indemnify, and hold harmless the Association and its directors, officers, employees, and agents from and against all claims, losses, liabilities, damages, costs, and expenses (including reasonable attorneys’ fees) arising from: (a) Member’s use, transport, storage, installation, or application of Covered Purchases; (b) Member’s breach of this Agreement or the Articles and Bylaws; (c) Member’s violation of law; or (d) injury to persons or damage to property caused by Member or its employees, agents, or contractors.
9. Personal Guaranty; Additional Security
  • 9.1Guaranty. The Board of Directors may require a Guaranty from Member as part of the Agreement.
  • 9.2Additional Assurances. Upon request, Member shall furnish guarantees, deposits, collateral, or other assurances reasonably required by the Association or suppliers.
10. Term; Termination; Survival.
  • This Agreement remains effective so long as Member maintains valid membership, subject to either party’s right to terminate on thirty (30) days’ written notice.
11. Assignment
  • 11.1 Association Assignment. This Agreement may be assigned by the Association in its sole discretion.
  • 11.2 Member Assignment. Member may assign only with prior written authorization of the Association’s Board of Directors.
12. Dispute Resolution; Forum; Governing Law
  • 12.1 Internal Resolution. Member agrees to first engage in a good-faith meet and-confer process with the Association at least fifteen (15) days prior to filing any action, except where injunctive relief is sought.
  • 12.2 Governing Law; Venue; Jurisdiction. This Agreement is governed by Louisiana law. Member consents to personal jurisdiction in Louisiana. Member further consents to the exclusive venue of any state court serving Rapides Parish, Louisiana regarding any action arising from this Agreement; Judgments may be enforced in the parish/county and state of Member’s residence or wherever property of Member may be located.
13. Notices
  • 13.1 Method. Notices shall be in writing and deemed given when delivered by hand, certified mail (return receipt), nationally recognized courier, or email with confirmation, to the addresses below or as updated by notice.
  • Southern Loggers Cooperative 1152 Expressway Dr, Pineville, LA 71360 Attn: Chief Operating Officer Email: info@southernloggers.com
Member:





14. Confidentiality; Data Use
  • 14.1 Confidential Information. Member shall keep confidential any nonpublic program terms, pricing, supplier arrangements, and Association business information, and use it solely to participate in Association programs.
  • 14.2 Data Use. The Association may collect, use, and share Member’s purchase and usage data with suppliers and service providers for program administration, compliance, rebates, improvements, subject to applicable law.
15. Compliance; Ethics; Sanctions
  • 15.1 Compliance. Member shall not engage in any activity that would cause the Association to violate applicable law, including anti-corruption, trade controls, and anti-boycott laws.
  • 15.2 Sanctions. Member represents it is not owned or controlled by, or acting on behalf of, any sanctioned party and will promptly notify the Association of any change.
16. Independent Status; No Agency
  • 16.1 Independent Parties. The parties are independent; no partnership, joint venture, franchise, or agency is created. Member shall not bind the Association or make representations on its behalf.
17. Force Majeure
  • 17.1Neither party shall be liable for delays or failures caused by events beyond its reasonable control, provided the affected party gives prompt notice and uses commercially reasonable efforts to mitigate.
18. Non-Waiver; Cumulative Remedies
  • 18.1No waiver is effective unless in writing and signed by the waiving party. Remedies are cumulative and in addition to those under law or equity.
19. Severability; Interpretation
  • 19.1If any provision is held invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions remain in effect, and the provision shall be enforced to the maximum extent permitted.
  • 19.2 Headings are for convenience only and do not affect interpretation. The term including means including without limitation.
20. Entire Agreement; Priority; Amendments
  • 20.1 Entire Agreement. The Articles and Bylaws, this Agreement, and any Guaranties constitute the parties’ entire agreement, and there are no additional oral conditions, promises, or representations
  • 20.2 Priority. In the event of conflict between this Agreement and any order form or supplier document (as between Member and the Association), this Agreement controls, except where supplier terms expressly govern product warranty or delivery risk allocation.
  • 20.3Amendments. Amendments must be in a writing executed by the Association; Member’s continued participation after notice of an amendment constitutes acceptance, except where a signed writing is required by law.
21. Counterparts; Electronic Signatures
  • 21.1 This Agreement may be executed in counterparts, including by electronic signatures and electronic records, each of which is deemed an original and together constitute one instrument.
22. SLC Number
  • SLC Number shall be assigned by the Association’s office.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have executed this Agreement as of the day, month and year first above written.

Member:



Southern Loggers Cooperative:



FUEL CARD / ACCOUNT SET UP INFORMATION

Once your application is approved these are the next steps in getting your account set up:

Your SLC Fuel card(s) can be used at all SLC stations (see station list ).

You can assign each card a different number or you can assign all of the cards the same number. Please make PIN something that you/your drivers can remember.

Yes Or No

If you would like to enable this feature please send a list with your application.

Yes Or No
Yes Or No

Bulk Fuel Orders are 7500 gallons gross and can be divided between highway diesel, off-road (dyed) diesel, and unleaded gasoline. Please note that bulk fuel is for end-users only, and is not to be resold in any form or fashion.

Yes Or No

If you will be purchasing dyed (off-road, no tax) diesel in Texas, we ask that you submit a copy of your TX Dyed Diesel End-User Certificate in order to avoid additional charges for dyed diesel purchases.

Note : It is very important that you FILL OUT THE ENTIRE APPLICATION. Your application cannot be processed, if we do not have the complete application. It takes 5-7 business days from time that we receive your application to fully process.

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