Partners, Agreements & Contracts

Between [Partner Organization Name] and The Veterans Resurgence Project / Cascadia Forestry Solutions LLC

1. Purpose:
This Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) establishes a collaborative framework for workforce development, ecological restoration, and post-wildfire fuels reduction within the Willamette Valley region.

2. Scope of Collaboration:

• Project Execution: Cascadia Forestry Solutions LLC / Watershed Stewards will provide trained veteran crews to execute agreed-upon field tasks, including hazardous fuels reduction, trail clearing, and native habitat restoration.
• Training & Support: The Veterans Resurgence Project will oversee participant onboarding, safety compliance, and professional skill-building tracks.
• Partner Support: [Partner Organization Name] will identify suitable project sites, provide technical oversight specifications, and coordinate scheduling for field operations.

3. Compliance, Safety & Insurance:
All operations will adhere to strict occupational health and safety standards. Each entity maintains independent liability coverage, worker’s compensation, and operational compliance policies.

4. Term & Modification:
This MOU becomes effective upon signature by both parties and will remain in effect for one (1) year, subject to review and annual renewal.

1. Purpose & Scope

The Technical Advisory Board (TAB) exists solely to provide industry-specific safety guidelines, technical forestry oversight, and tactical advice regarding commercial logging standards and equipment deployment to the Veterans Resurgence Project.

2. Structural Firewall & Non-Voting Status

By signing below, the Technical Advisor explicitly acknowledges and agrees to the following governance constraints:

• 0% Voting Control: The Advisor holds no voting rights, no corporate governance authority, and no fiduciary control over the Non-Profit (501c3 candidate) board of directors.
• Advisory Capacity Only: All input regarding field operations, sawyer training, or safety metrics is strictly advisory.
• Conflict of Interest Mitigation: The Advisor shall not vote on, influence, or direct any financial distribution, grant fund allocation, or commercial subcontracting decisions made between the non-profit entity and Cascadia Forestry Solutions LLC.

3. Term & Termination

This agreement is effective for a period of one (1) year from the date of execution and may be renewed annually or terminated by either party with a written 30-day notice.

1. Right-of-Entry Permit & Training Roster

The undersigned Landowner hereby grants permission to the mobile crews and field operators of the Veterans Resurgence Project to enter the property located at the address below for the purpose of executing wildland fire defense clearing, hazardous brush reduction, and watershed erosion management.

2. Service Threshold & Terms

• No Immediate Obligation: Signing up places you on our priority queue with zero fixed timelines or scheduling pressure.
• Mutually Beneficial Training: Our crews gain vital, hands-on professional field experience under strict safety guidelines, while your property receives dedicated stewardship support at no cost.
• Flexible Scheduling: When our cohorts are fully outfitted and ready for deployment in your area, we will reach out to discuss exact windows that fit your seasonal timeline.

3. Liability Release & Waiver

The Landowner agrees to waive all claims against the Veterans Resurgence Project, its crew leads, trainees, and affiliates for any accidental property damage, personal injury, or operational liabilities that may occur during the execution of these volunteer land management services.

Project Site Expression of Interest (Printable / In-Person Form)

1. Client & Property Information

Client Name / Entity: ___________________________________________
Site Location / Acreage: _________________________________________
Contact Email / Phone: ___________________________________________

2. Scope of Services Requested (Check All That Apply)

[   ] Commercial Timber Harvesting / Felling
[   ] Technical Hillslope Stabilization & Terracing
[   ] Post-Wildfire Watershed Remediation & Debris Removal
[   ] Large-Scale Multi-Acre Hazardous Fuels Reduction
[   ] Heavy Machinery Operations (Excavator / Skidding Supports)

3. Costing & Rate Structure

• Standard Labor Rate: $24.50 per hour per crew member (Subject to 250-Hour Apprenticeship Cap rules).
• Heavy Equipment Operator Rate: Flat-rate quote applied based on machine footprint requirements.
• Payment Terms: Net 30 days upon successful completion and verification by the Field Operations Director.