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TERMS OF MEMBERSHIP

    THIS MEMBERSHIP AGREEMENT is between the Palm Harbor Business Oasis (hereinafter "Oasis") and its membership (hereinafter "Member" for singular member or "Members" for plural).

    TERMS OF MEMBERSHIP

    1. The Oasis is a division of M&JB Investment Company (hereinafter "M&JB") of Palm Harbor, Florida, USA.

    2. Membership requires a paid subscription for a single person. Rates for membership are determined by the Oasis and may change over time.

    3. This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement between the parties with respect to the subject matter hereof and supersedes any prior agreements whether written or oral.

    4. These Terms of Use may be modified from time to time by Oasis. In such an event, Oasis will notify the Members accordingly by e-mail or mail.

    5. None of the provisions of this Agreement shall be deemed to have been waived by any act or acquiescence on the part of Oasis, its agents, or employees, but only by an instrument in writing signed by an authorized officer of Oasis. No waiver of any provision of this Agreement shall constitute a waiver of any other provision(s) or of the same provision on another occasion.

    6. This Agreement shall be construed and enforced in accordance with the laws of the State of Florida, United States of America.

    7. Venue: Pinellas County, State of Florida, United States of America.

    8. If either Oasis or Member employs attorneys to enforce any rights arising out of or relation to this Agreement, the prevailing party shall be entitled to recover its reasonable attorney's fees and costs, whether at trial or an appeal.

    9. Severability: If any provision of this Agreement shall be held by a court of competent jurisdiction to be illegal, invalid, or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.

    10. This Agreement or any rights hereunder may not be assigned or sublet by a Member without the prior written consent of Oasis.

    11. Notices: All notices required herein shall be sent by first class mail to:

    Palm Harbor Business Oasis
    a division of M&JB Investment Company
    P.O. Box 1637
    Palm Harbor, FL 34682-1637
    USA

    12. Oasis may, by written notice to Member given within thirty (30) days after Oasis' actual discovery of any act or omission by Member to perform any of its obligations or duties herein (including without limitation, any failure to make any payment called for herein) terminate this Agreement. In such event, Member will immediately forfeit all rights to use the Oasis facilities as described herein. By exercising the right of termination under this paragraph, the Oasis shall not in any way forego any remedies it may have at law or in equity as a result of such failure by Member.

    13. Indemnity: Purchaser agrees to save, hold harmless, indemnify, and defend Oasis, its officers, agents, and employees, from and against any and all claims, lawsuits, and demands, whatsoever, arising out of, or in connection with Purchaser's performance of its obligations hereunder.

    14. All prices are in U.S. Dollars and are subject to change without written notice.

    15. All trademarks, both marked and unmarked, belong to their respective companies.

    16. MEMBERSHIP INCLUDES using the Oasis facilities and equipment under the following rules:

      A. Member agrees to behave in a professional, yet relaxed, manner while on Oasis premises. Further, Members will practice professional courtesy towards each other; please dress accordingly ("business casual" is the norm). Offensive behavior as judged by Oasis management will not be tolerated and subject to Member dismissal from the Oasis. No illicit or illegal activities are permitted on Oasis property, including but not limited to gambling, pornography, prostitution, etc.

      B. Oasis rooms and furnishings are available for use by Members on a first come, first served basis. Use of meeting rooms are to be scheduled with Oasis management. No single entity can monopolize a meeting room indefinitely. Oasis reserves the right to control the schedule of meeting rooms.

      C. The Oasis hours of operation are Monday through Friday, 8:30am to 5:00pm. The Oasis will observe all major national holidays and may be closed as a result of special circumstances, e.g., power outages, severe storms, emergencies, etc.

      D. The Oasis facilities, furnishings and equipment are the property of M&JB. Member agrees to compensate M&JB for any damages incurred or stolen by the Member.

      E. Member is not to store personal property on Oasis premises. Oasis is not responsible for theft of Member property.

      F. The Oasis is not responsible for any loss of data or damage to Member electrical equipment, such as computers, as a result of power surges or general use of such equipment while on Oasis premises.

      G. Smoking is restricted on Oasis premises. Designated smoking areas are allowed; consult Oasis management for specific locations.

      H. Member agrees to sign Oasis register upon arriving or departing from the Oasis.

      I. Member agrees to pay valid Oasis bills promptly (no later than 30 days).

      J. Participation in the Internet web site of the Oasis is on a voluntary basis by the Members. This specifically includes, but is not limited to, the Oasis Discussion Group, and Skills Inventory. Further, the Oasis is not responsible for the work of others and the accuracy of the information provided by Members participating on the Oasis web site.

      K. The Oasis is not a print shop, shipping company, or phone service. As such:

      1. Member agrees not to make voluminous photocopies on Oasis equipment.
      2. Member agrees not to print voluminous copies on Oasis computer printers.
      3. Member agrees not to use the Oasis address for receiving mail or shipments unless for special circumstances and expressly agreed to by Oasis management.
      4. Member agrees not to use the Oasis to take telephone or fax messages unless agreed to by Oasis management.

      L. Policies on Guests:

      1. All guests must be accompanied by a Member and must sign the Oasis register upon arriving or departing from the Oasis.
      2. Guests can freely attend meetings conducted by the Member held in the Oasis meeting rooms; specifically, the conference room or training room.
      3. A Member can bring the same guest to the Oasis for general use for up to a maximum of TWO times during a single month. Any additional visits require the purchase of a monthly membership in the Oasis.

      M. The Oasis meeting facilities may be rented to non-Members by Oasis management if it is not scheduled for use. Rates are to be quoted by Oasis management.

      N. Supplemental business services (extras) are available from Oasis management. Rates are to be quoted by Oasis management.

    EFFECTIVE: APRIL 1, 2008

     


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