Meadow Lark Transport, Inc.

Independent Contractor Operating Agreement

14
October
This Independent Contractor Operator Agreement (Agreement) is made and entered into this _______
day of ____________________
, 20___
by and
2005
between MEADOW LARK TRANSPORT, INC., Motor Carrier MC # 203425 (MEADOW LARK), located at: 935 Lake Elmo Drive, Billings, MT, 59105-0575 and
ka-zoom management, inc.dba-silver star contractors
_________________________________________(Contractor)
(Collectively, the Parties).

RECITALS:
WHEREAS, MEADOW LARK, an authorized motor carrier, desires to provide transportation of freight by truck solely utilizing independent
contractors and not utilizing any employees; and
WHEREAS, Contractor is separately engaged in the business of transporting freight by truck on behalf of the public; and
WHEREAS, MEADOW LARK and Contractor intend to create and maintain under the terms of this Agreement an entirely independent
relationship and not a relationship of employer and employee; and
WHEREAS, MEADOW LARK desires to utilize the services and equipment of Contractor, and Contractor desires to hold out and render motor
freight transportation service to the public, as well as to MEADOW LARK, in the course of Contractors established trade business and
profession; and
WHEREAS, Contractor represents that he/she/it is the owner or is in possession of tractor/power units under valid lease agreement(s) and
has legal authority to enter into this Agreement and commit such tractor/power unit(s) for utilization under this Agreement; and
WHEREAS, MEADOW LARK and Contractor desire to enter into this Agreement for the purpose of carrying out the foregoing purposes in
accordance with the provisions set forth below.
NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual covenants, terms, conditions and agreements contained herein, and for other good and
valuable consideration the receipt and sufficiency of which the Parties acknowledge, the Parties mutually agree as follows:
1. Compensation / Minimum Shipments: Contractor, for the compensation set forth in Exhibit A attached (% Based Agreement), shall use
the equipment more specifically described in Exhibit B attached (Equipment) and shall provide the necessary labor to transport, load
and unload the freight, the transportation of which is made available by MEADOW LARK to Contractor. MEADOW LARK agrees to make
freight available for transportation by Contractor whenever reasonably feasible and shall provide at least three (3) shipments per year.
Contractor may search for his own freight but MEADOW LARK will be responsible for approving the customer or broker, booking and
signing the rate confirmation. MEADOW LARK shall provide the Contractor with the pick-up and delivery information and any special
handling instruction timely received by shipper so that the Contractor can provide the necessary labor to transport, load and unloaded
the freight. By performance of such services, Contractor agrees that the only compensation for such services payable by MEADOW LARK
to Contractor shall be the compensation, as set forth in Exhibit A attached.
2. Payment Terms: MEADOW LARK shall pay Contractor the compensation (Settlement(s)) 2 days (but in any event not later than 15
days) after submission (1 p.m. MST cutoff time) by Contractor to MEADOW LARK the following shipping documents, unless a good faith
dispute exists, in which case MEADOW LARK shall be entitled to contest the compensation: (a) drivers logs as required by governmental
authorities evidencing delivery of freight from point of pickup to point of destination; (b) original bills of lading and/or delivery
receipts; (c) such other documents as MEADOW LARK may require from time to time that may be necessary for MEADOW LARK to
secure payment from a shipper; and (d) completed trip cost report evidencing point of pick-up to point of destination. Contractor shall
promptly submit such documents to MEADOW LARK as requested, and such other documents as may be required by law.
3. Compliance With Applicable Laws: Contractor shall comply, at all times, with all applicable laws and regulations governing performance
of this Agreement including, but not limited to, loading and securement of freight, driver safety regulations including but not limited
to hiring, use of controlled substances, and hours of service, sanitation and temperature requirements for transporting food and
other perishables, maintenance of equipment, and control of the means and method of transportation including but not limited to
performance of Contractors drivers. MEADOW LARK shall comply with applicable federal and state laws and regulations relating to
its performance hereunder. Compliance with applicable laws and regulations by each of the Parties shall be subject to verification by
either of them at any time on reasonable request. CONTRACTOR SHALL COMPLY WITH ALL LAWS, RULES AND REGULATIONS REGARDING
PASSENGERS WHILE PROVIDING FREIGHT TRANSPORTATION SERVICES FOR THE BENEFIT OF MEADOW LARK (49 CFR 392.60). Without
limiting the foregoing, Contractor agrees to maintain in Contractors possession in the leased Equipment during its operation at all times
during the performance of this Agreement, a copy of this Agreement.
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4. Exclusive Possession: MEADOW LARK shall have the exclusive possession, control and use of the Equipment utilized for performance of
this Agreement and shall assume complete responsibility for the safe operation of the Equipment for the duration of this Agreement.
Nothing in this paragraph shall be construed to create an employment relationship between the Parties.
5. No Discrimination: Contractor and MEADOW LARK shall not discriminate against their respective employees, agents, or servants on the
basis of race, color, sex, religion, ancestral or national origin, political or social affiliations or disability.
6. Independent Contractor: Contractor is an Independent Contractor of MEADOW LARK, and any and all persons hired or employed by
Contractor to perform services in connection with this Agreement existing between MEADOW LARK and Contractor are the employees
or agents of Contractor, and not those of MEADOW LARK. Contractor has and shall retain sole financial and legal responsibility for
compliance with all applicable workers compensation insurance requirements, withholding and employment taxes due to federal,
state, or local governments on account of drivers, drivers helpers, and other workers necessary for the performance of Contractors
obligations hereunder. Contractor agrees to indemnify, save and hold MEADOW LARK harmless from any and all claims by Contractor,
Contractors employees, Contractors drivers, drivers helpers, agents, and any other workers used by it or by any federal, state or
local governmental agency on account of wages, industrial accident, unemployment compensation claims, or workers compensation
claims, tax, withholding and employment taxes, or any other actions arising from employment taxes, or any other actions arising from
Contractors relationship with its own employees. It is further agreed that any property damage, bodily injury, and/or any other harm or
damage sustained by Contractors drivers or caused by Contractors drivers to unauthorized passengers, will be the sole responsibility of
Contractor. To help fulfill Contractors obligations under this paragraph, Contractor agrees to:
a. Maintain in effect, at all times, workers compensation insurance as required by applicable state statutes and regulations, and all
drivers, drivers helpers, agents, and laborers used by it in the performance of this Agreement;
b. File and pay all applicable state and local income taxes, tax withholding, employment, unemployment, taxes and returns, federal
heavy vehicle use tax forms and returns, all of which it may be required to file on account of its drivers, drivers helpers and agents,
and laborers used by Contractor in the performance in the performance of this agreement at the time and place specified in
applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations and to report and pay when due all such taxes and contributions required to
be paid in such forms and returns;
c. With respect to the requirement of Subps. (a) and (b) above, furnish to MEADOW LARK such evidence of compliance with the
foregoing as MEADOW LARK shall reasonably request.
7. Insurance: The Parties further agree as follows:
a. MEADOW LARK shall maintain insurance coverage for protection of the public pursuant to 49 U.S.C. 13906, and any applicable
related regulations, as well as all amendments and modifications thereof, as adopted by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety
Administration or the Federal Highway Administration, of the U.S. Department of Transportation.
b. Under no condition shall MEADOW LARK be responsible for any damage to Contractors Equipment. Contractor shall purchase
and maintain bobtail insurance with respect to public liability and property damage for $1,000,000. Contractor shall provide
MEADOW LARK with proof of such insurance and name MEADOW LARK as a certificate holder.
c. Contractor shall hold MEADOW LARK harmless, defend, and indemnify it on demand from any claims or loss or damage(s) including
but not limited to legal expenses and reasonable attorney fees incurred by MEADOW LARK as a result of the operation, maintenance
or use of the Equipment, which is not directly authorized and/or not directly related to the performance of this Agreement.
Contractor shall obtain and pay for, all public liability and property damage insurance respecting the use of the Equipment while not
being used in the service of MEADOW LARK.
d. MEADOW LARK is not in the insurance business and is not an agent of any insurance agency, carrier or underwriter that may issue
insurance coverage. Contractor waives any and all claims it may have at any time against MEADOW LARK arising out of any failure
on the part of any insurance agent, company or underwriter to cover or honor the terms and conditions of any insurance policy.

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e. Authorized Deductible: MEADOW LARK shall be responsible for the $10,000 (deductible) of any loss resulting from: (1) shortage,
loss or damage to cargo while in the care, possession, or control of Contractor, its agents or employees; and/or (2) the $10,000
(deductible), of any loss covered by MEADOW LARKs property damage and personal injury liability insurance and/or; (3) the
$10,000 (deductible) of loss resulting from damage of any kind whatsoever to equipment and/or other property of MEADOW LARK
while in the possession of Contractor, its agents, or employees; (4) CONTRACTOR shall be responsible for $10,000 (deductible) of
any loss resulting from (in whole or in part) from theft of cargo and or Equipment which is left unsecured/unattended overnight,
weekends, holidays; and failing to tarp cargo or tarp cargo properly and/or any damage to cargo or equipment intentionally caused
by Contractor. Any monies due MEADOW LARK under this Subp. 7(g), may be deducted from any Settlement(s) monies due or to
come due to Contractor; and (5) during the term of this Agreement, Contractor authorizes MEADOW LARK to deduct $10.00 (nonrefundable) for each shipment transported by Contractor, which will be combined with other such deductions from independent
contractors to pay any claims asserted against MEADOW LARK arising out of this Agreement.
f.

MEADOW LARK shall, at the time of payment or Settlement(s), provide Contractor with a written explanation and itemization of any
deductions made from any monies due Contractor.

8. Equipment ID: Contractor shall display all equipment identification as required by law. All equipment identification shall be provided by
MEADOW LARK and shall remain the property of MEADOW LARK. Such identification shall be removed by Contractor and remain the
property of MEADOW LARK upon termination of this Agreement. If the equipment identification has not been lost or stolen, Contractor
must provide notice to MEADOW LARK, via a letter certifying its removal. MEADOW LARK may take any steps necessary to recover its
property and shall be entitled to deduct, and Contractor shall be required to pay, $50 per day for each day following termination hereof
that identification is not returned from Settlement(s) monies due or` to come due to Contractor.
9. Miscellaneous: The Parties further agree as follows:
a. This Agreement may be terminated with or without cause by either party on thirty (30) days prior written notice. Upon Contractors
terminating this Agreement, he or she shall complete the transportation of any shipments accepted, and/or in transit, and perform
all services required in connection herewith or be liable to MEADOW LARK for any expenses or damages resulting from the failure
to do so, including but not limited to reasonable attorney fees. Additionally, in the event that Contractor terminates this Agreement
within ninety (90) days of the date the agreement is signed, Contractor shall be charged and agrees to pay Five Hundred Dollars
($500) to MEADOW LARK to cover sign-on expenses. Said charges, expenses or damages (including reasonable attorney fees) may
be deducted from Settlement(s) due or to come due to Contractor (including payment for freight in transit) and shall be paid subject
to the terms of this Agreement. MEADOW LARK shall pay for completion of such services as provided for in Exhibit A, subject to
all deductions allowed under this Agreement. The representations and obligations of the Parties shall survive termination of this
Agreement for any reason. If Contractor fails to comply with the 30 day notice requirement, he/she/it shall be liable to MEADOW
LARK, in addition to all other damages hereunder, to the damages as defined in Par. 14 below.
b. Termination under Par. 9(a) is made effective by mailing or delivering written notice to the other Party at its last known mailing
address.
c. Except for the terms of Pars. 6, 7(c), and 13(b) under no conditions will either Party be liable to the other for special or
consequential damages of any kind.
d. In the event of termination of this Agreement by either Party for any reason, any agreements for rental of trailers from MEADOW
LARK by Contractor shall be automatically terminated.
10. Responsibility for Payments: CONTRACTOR shall retain all responsibility and pay for:
a. All wages, hours, working conditions, workers compensation insurance, management, supervision, and all other aspects and
requirements of any kind whatsoever related to the performance of this Agreement;
b. The selection, purchasing, leasing, financing, maintenance and utilization of the equipment;
c. The selection of all routes, loading and unloading; the weighing measuring of all loads as required by law;

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d. Except for trailers rented from MEADOW LARK by CONTRACTOR all operating expenses of any kind whatsoever, including, but not
limited to:
(1) Fuel costs; fuel surcharges
(2) Fuel and use Taxes (see Exhibit A)
(3) Ferry fees;
(4) Base plates and licenses, except as provided in Exhibit A;
(5) Equipment maintenance and repair;
(6) Road taxes;
(7) Tolls (except those approved in Exhibit A) and ferry charges;
(8) Fines of all types except as otherwise provided in 49 C.F.R. 376.12(e);
(9) Permits of all types, unless specified otherwise in Exhibit A;
(10) Insurance including administrative costs procured by MEADOW LARK for Contractors benefit as provided for herein; and
(11) All other levies or assessments of any kind related either directly or indirectly to Contractors operation of its equipment or
performance of this Agreement.
11. Term: This Agreement shall continue in effect for an initial period of thirty (30) days from the date first above written and thereafter
renew automatically for successive thirty day periods unless canceled by either Party as provided for above.
12. Authorized Deductions: Contractor, by executing this Agreement, authorizes MEADOW LARK to deduct expenses, for the following
items from any Settlement(s) due or to come due to Contractor under the terms of this Agreement:
a. Advances made by MEADOW LARK to Contractor and administrative charges, for making advances;
b. For claims arising under Par. 7(g)(4), MEADOW LARK will withhold the $10,000 deductible from Settlement(s) due or to come due
in an open pending claim account until claims are verified and settled. If the insurance company closes the claim and no payment
is made to the claimant by MEADOWLARK or the insurance company, the $10,000 that was held in the open claims account will be
credited back to the Contractors settlement.
c. Base plate, license and permit fees as may be required by federal and state statutes, rules, regulations, and multi-jurisdictional
agreements; provided along with any administrative charges for obtaining said base plate and permits (for Base Plate Rates see
Exhibit A attached);
d. Any federal or state taxes, fines or statutorily mandated employee insurance claims or benefits MEADOW LARK may be required to
pay as a result of Contractors failure to comply with the terms of Par. 6;
e. Fuel and use taxes, as determined by federal and state statutes and related rules and regulations, multi-jurisdictional agreements
and MEADOW LARKs computerized mileage systems;
f.

Any advances made by MEADOW LARK for operating expenses listed in Par. 10(d) of this Agreement;

g. Any other deductions or set-offs authorized by law, this Agreement or by Contractor in writing; and
h. Contractor shall be liable to MEADOW LARK to the extent that any obligation under this Agreement exceeds the amount owing to
Contractor by MEADOW LARK.
13. The Parties further agree as follows:
a. Liability for Refused Shipments: In the event Contractor refuses to accept a shipment(s) after having agreed to transport the
shipment(s), and as a result MEADOW LARK incurs losses consisting of the increase in cost of delivery between the amount it
quoted to a shipper and the amount it would have paid Contractor, and the cost it actually paid another motor carrier (contractor
or not), then Contractor shall be liable to MEADOW LARK for such loss and additionally, MEADOW LARK may deduct said amount(s)
from any Settlement(s) owing Contractor.
b. Prohibited Subcontracting: Contractor shall not assign, trip lease, broker, subcontract, interline, or otherwise arrange for the
transportation of freight hereunder to any other carrier or third party, without the prior written consent of MEADOW LARK. In the
event of violation of this subparagraph, MEADOW LARK shall have the right of paying the delivering carrier directly with no liability
to Contractor. Additionally, Contractor shall be liable to MEADOW LARK for all resulting damages sustained, including, but not
limited to, consequential damages and reasonable attorneys fees.

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14. Liability/Failed Delivery: In the event that Contractor fails to complete a trip, abandons a shipment, or otherwise subjects MEADOW
LARK to liability, directly or indirectly related to Contractors failure to perform (or to perform adequately), MEADOW LARK shall have
the right to complete performance in any reasonable manner or method, using the Equipment or any substituted equipment. MEADOW
LARK, may charge Contractor for any costs, expenses, losses or damages (including but not limited to reasonable attorney fees),
incurred, in order to complete performance, either directly or, at MEADOW LARKs election, deduct them from Settlement(s) due, or to
come due to Contractor.
15. No Purchases Required: Under this Agreement, Contractor is not required to purchase or rent any products, equipment, or services
from MEADOW LARK as a condition of entering into this Agreement. Terms of any agreements between MEADOW LARK and Contractor
regarding any voluntary equipment purchase or rental is set forth in Exhibit A to this Agreement.
16. Leasing Tractors without Trailers / Renting Trailers: In the event the Contractor leases tractor(s) without trailers(s) to MEADOW LARK; or
Contractor rents trailers from MEADOW LARK:
a. Contractor shall comply with all applicable laws and regulations pertaining to operation of the tractor(s) and comply with all laws
and regulations including but not limited to maintaining trailers (which are not acquired or obtained from MEADOW LARK), in
good mechanical and working condition as well as performing pre-trip inspections, assuring current licensing, and current annual
inspection reports prior to any use.
b. Contractor will keep the tractor(s) connected to trailer(s) (furnished by MEADOW LARK) and secure MEADOW LARKs trailers(s)
at all times unless an alternative security arrangement has been made with MEADOW LARK. Contractor shall not use MEADOW
LARKs trailer(s) or other equipment for any other than MEADOW LARKs authorized business except as otherwise provided by this
Agreement, and shall maintain MEADOW LARKs trailer(s) in good mechanical and working condition. If MEADOW LARK terminates
this Agreement for any reason any trailers rented by CONTRACTOR from MEADOW LARK must be returned to a location designated
by MEADOW LARK at CONTRACTORS expense.
c. Contractor shall be responsible for all operating expenses associated with any POWER ONLY/TOW AWAY shipments. (See Par. 10(d))
d. In the event Contractor rents trailer(s) from MEADOW LARK, its use shall be subject to not only to the terms of this Agreement, but
also the terms of and conditions of Trailer Rental Agreement incorporated herein by reference.
17. Payments to Partnerships and Corporations: It is specifically understood and agreed that in the event Contractor is a partnership,
MEADOW LARK may make full or partial payment/Settlement(s) to any partner, and each partner holds MEADOW LARK harmless as to
disbursement made to any other partner. In the event Contractor is a corporation, MEADOW LARK may make full or partial payments/
Settlement(s) to any individual with apparent authority to bind the corporation and the corporation holds MEADOW LARK harmless as
to disbursements made to said individual.
18. Miscellaneous: This Agreement shall be governed by the laws of the State of Montana. The Parties intend to create by this Agreement
an independent business relationship of MEADOW LARK and Contractor, and not an employer-employee relationship. Neither
Contractor nor its employees are to be considered employees of MEADOW LARK at any time under any circumstances or for any
purpose. Neither Party is the agent of the other, and neither Party shall have the right to bind the other by contract or otherwise except
as herein specifically provided. Except as otherwise provided herein, in event of a material breach hereof by Contractor, Contractor
shall be liable to MEADOW LARK for all direct losses, expenses and costs incurred by MEADOW LARK including, but not limited to,
reasonable attorneys fees. Contractor acknowledges that its sole relationship with MEADOW LARK is as MEADOW LARKs independent
contractor under this Agreement, and that Contractor, by virtue of this Agreement, has no relationship with any third party, including
without limitation any subsidiary or affiliate of MEADOW LARK. This Agreement, its exhibits, and documents provided in order to
obtain payment constitute the entire Agreement and understanding between the Parties and shall not be modified, altered, changed,
or amended in any respect unless in writing and signed by both Parties. Headings are for convenience of Parties only and shall not be
considered substantive nor interpretive of meaning of any provisions herein.
19. Waiver: Waiver of any provision of this Agreement shall not be deemed continuing waiver of that provision or any other provision of this
Agreement. MEADOW LARK shall, as required by law, provide Contractor with IRS Form 1099. Contractor shall furnish MEADOW LARK
with either a tax identification number or social security number.
20. Signed Copies / Keep in Motor Vehicle: The Parties agree to sign an original of this Agreement. MEADOW LARK shall keep the original,
and Contractor will be given two (2) copies. One copy shall be placed and carried in each motor vehicle and the Contractor shall keep the
remaining copy of this Agreement for his files.

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21. Disputes: In the event of a dispute arising out of this Agreement, the Partys sole recourse shall be as follows: (a) The complaining Party
shall give the other Party 30 days written notice to cure any alleged default and if not cured, may take any other collection actions
it deems appropriate; If the default is not cured; (b) for amounts in dispute up to $25,000.00 the complaining Party shall have the
right to select arbitration or litigation; and ( c) for amounts in dispute which exceed $25,000.00 the complaining Partys sole recourse
shall be to binding arbitration. Arbitration proceedings shall be conducted under the rules of the American Arbitration Association
(AAA), Transportation ADR Council, Inc. (ADR), or Transportation and Mediation PLLC (TAM), at MEADOW LARKs sole discretion. Upon
agreement of the Parties, arbitration proceedings may be conducted outside of the administrative control of the AAA, ADR or TAM.
The decision of the arbitrators shall be binding and final and the award of the arbitrator may be entered as judgment in any court of
competent jurisdiction. The prevailing Party( in arbitration or litigation) shall be entitled to recovery of all pre-litigation or arbitration
costs, collection costs, and expenses of litigation or arbitration, and reasonable attorney fees, including those incurred pre-litigation
and pre-arbitration, as well as those incurred in any litigation or arbitration action, and/or incurred in any action for injunctive relief, or
in the event further legal action is taken to enforce the award of arbitrators or judgment in any court. Arbitration proceedings shall be
conducted at the offices of the AAA, ADR or TAM in Montana, or such other place as mutually agreed upon in writing or directed by the
acting arbitration association. Provided, however, either Party may apply to a court of competent jurisdiction for injunctive relief. Unless
preempted or controlled by federal law and regulations, the laws of the State of Montana shall be controlling. This paragraph shall not
apply to enforcement of the award of arbitration. Arbitration or litigation proceedings shall be commenced not later than one year after
delivery of prior detailed written notice of alleged default or be permanently barred.
22. Interpretation: This Agreement shall be construed, interpreted and enforced in a manner consistent with 49 CFR 376.2, 376.11 and
376.12 and in event of conflict with the terms of this Agreement, the cited regulations shall be controlling.
23. Recitals: The Recitals above are contractual as well as recital.
24. Voluntary Agreement: Contractor acknowledges and agrees that he/she has had sufficient time to carefully review the contents of this
Agreement, he/she understands and agrees with the contents hereof, he/she has signed this Agreement as his/her free act and deed,
and that he/she has had sufficient opportunity to obtain and consult with his/her own counsel.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the Parties hereto have executed this Agreement as of the date first set forth above.

14
October 20
Signed this _________
day of _____________,

2005

MEADOW LARK TRANSPORT, INC.

INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR

By:

Its: Safety Department

Its: Owner

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EXHIBIT A (% Based Agreement)

Exhibit A to Independent Contractor Operating Agreement Percentage Based Compensation between MEADOW LARK Transport Inc. and
Contractor.
1. COMPENSATION
a. Contractor shall receive:
i. 75% of line haul revenue less any charges incurred by Meadow Lark not under the control of Contractor and Meadow Lark for
all loads during the first consecutive 12 months of this Agreement;
ii. 76% of line haul revenue less any charges incurred by Meadow Lark not under the control of Contractor and Meadow Lark for
all loads during the second consecutive 12 months of this Agreement;
iii. 77% of line haul revenue less any charges incurred by Meadow Lark not under the control of Contractor and Meadow Lark for
all loads during the third consecutive 12 months of this Agreement; and
iv. 78% of line haul revenue less any charges incurred by Meadow Lark not under the control of Contractor and Meadow Lark for
all loads during the fourth consecutive 12 months of this Agreement
v. The one percent per year increase as stated in subparagraphs a. (i)-(iv) above, may only be earned provided the Contractor has
received no warnings or violations in any of the six BASICS categories, defined in Comprehensive Safety Analysis, (CSA 2010),
Unsafe Driving, Fatigued Driving, Driver Fitness, Controlled Substances and Alcohol, Vehicle Maintenance and Cargo Related,
and has not been involved in any motor vehicle accidents.
b. For purposes of clarifying the calculation of Contractors compensation; all costs charged by Meadow Lark to its shipper customers
(or other parties responsible for payment) related to any kind of over dimensional loads, permits, permit ordering fees and escorts,
will be deducted from gross revenue before calculation of line haul revenue for purposes of calculating Contractors compensation.
i. All costs incurred by Meadow Lark which exceed those referred to above; related to any kind of over-dimensional loads,
permits and escorts, which arise out of Contractor error, will be deducted from gross revenue before calculation of line haul
revenue for purposes of calculating Contractors compensation.
c. Annual Permits - Subject to the terms of Section b above; where Contractor has a valid annual permit for transporting overdimensional loads, and a shipment is transported under the terms of this Agreement through a state in which the permit applies.
Contractor will be reimbursed for the permit cost(s) for that shipment(s). Escort costs, if not included in the annual permit fee, will
be treated as described in Section b above.
d. Extra Pick-up or Delivery on Truckload shipments: Contractor shall receive 100% of additional charges for extra pickup or deliveries
as long as the charges are entered as additional line items and charged to the customer in Loadtech. Picking up a pre-loaded trailer
from a terminal or dropping a loaded trailer at a terminal is not counted as an extra pickup or delivery. Re-consignments shall be
considered the same as an extra stop.
e. Detention/Truck Ordered Not Used/Layovers - Contractor shall receive 95% of charges for detention, truck ordered not used and
layover as long as charges are entered as additional line items and charged to the customer in Loadtech (Meadow Larks Software).
If the charges are not approved via rate confirmation then payment to Contractor will not be made unless and until payment from
customer has been received.
f. Deadhead - Contractor shall receive 100% of additional charges for deadhead as long as charges are entered as additional line items
and charged to the customer in Loadtech (Meadow Larks Software). If the charges are not approved via rate confirmation then
payment to Contractor will not be made unless and until payment from customer has been received.
g. Tolls - Contractor shall be reimbursed for tolls following receipt by Meadow Lark of proof of payment by Contractor as long as
charges are entered as additional line items and charged to the customer in Loadtech (Meadow Larks Software). If the charges are
not approved via rate confirmation then payment to Contractor will not be made unless and until payment from customer has been
received.
h. Driver or Vehicle Inspection & Violations - Contractor shall be paid $100.00 for every clean Driver/Vehicle Inspection (there must
be no violations), and Meadow Lark will deduct $100.00 from settlement if any Driver or Vehicle violations are found ,this does not
have to be Out of Service criteria.
2. ADVANCE ADMINISTRATIVE CHARGES
a. Advance Administrative Charges - Cash advances from Comdata requested by Contractor, and made by Meadow Lark at its sole
discretion to Contractor, are subject to an administrative charge of 3% or $25 (whichever is greater) for each such advance. This is
above and beyond the daily per idem that is available to the Contractor. All applicable fees from Comdata will be charged back to
the Contractor. Advances and fees will be deducted from any Settlement(s) due Contractor.
3. FUEL CARDS
a. Fuel purchases MUST be made using the Comdata card furnished by Meadow Lark. This is a fuel only card and you must swipe
your card at the fuel pump, and the transaction time must match your log book entry. Each day you are under dispatch, you will
be able to purchase up to 150 gallons of fuel. Fuel purchases and all associated Comdata service fees will be deducted from any
Settlement(s) due Contractor.
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b. Each day under dispatch, a daily cash per diem (not to exceed $25) is available to you. The per diem limit is reset every day and you
will be subject to an administrative charge of $1.25 each time you initiate this type of advance. Per Diems, administrative charges
and all associated Comdata service fees will be deducted from any Settlement(s) due Contractor.
4. BASE PLATES
a. Contractor may furnish its own base plates, or may elect to use base plates provided by Meadow Lark. Baseplates will be charged
and deducted from Contractor Settlement(s) at $50.00 per week per tractor during the term of this Agreement. The maximum
amount to be deducted / held at any time is $2,000.00. If Agreement is terminated. Contractor must return base plate. Any negative
balance on the account will be deducted from final Settlement(s). If baseplates are furnished by Contractor, Contractor will not be
subject to weekly deduction from Settlement(s).
_____ YES plate my tractor at $50 per week per tractor deduction. I have provided my current 2290, title and bill of sale
_____ NO I have provided Meadow Lark Transport Inc. with current copies of base plates
5. FUEL AND USE TAXES
a. Contractor authorizes Meadow Lark to deduct $37.50 per week per tractor from Settlement(s) during the term of this agreement to
pay all fuel and use taxes as outlined in Par 12(f). The maximum amount to be held at any time is $450.00. If fuel and use taxes are
more than the current balance in the account, the difference will be deducted from Contractor Settlement(s). When taxes are paid
by Meadow Lark, contractor will receive a detailed quarterly report with Settlement.
6. SCANNING or DATA PLAN
a. Contractor MUST use Meadow Larks scanning services to send in required paperwork for Settlement(s). The cost is currently $20.00
per month for unlimited use. This amount could vary depending on the number of contractors, and you will be notified of any
change. Scanning charges will be deducted from Settlement(s) at any time. If using EOBR there is a charge of $20.00 per month for 1
GB of data and internet connection - overages will be billed by invoice.
7. OTHER SETTLEMENT DEDUCTIONS
a. Trailers Where applicable, Contractor agrees that trailer rent shall be paid through Meadow Lark deductions from Settlement(s) to
contractor as outlined in the trailer rental agreement.
b. Insurance Pool As per Par 7-g, Meadow Lark will deduct $10.00 (non-refundable) for each shipment transported by Contractor.
c. EOBR & Tablet Cost of equipment deducted in 4 payments from the first 4 settlements (currently approx. $440 total or $110 ea).
8. SETTLEMENT OPTIONS
a. Trips that are scanned and received in our office by 1:00 pm MST will be settled and paid 2 days from the date they are received.
There are currently 2 options for receipt of settlements, direct deposit or Comdata upload.

Direct Deposit (can take an additional 2 days to post to your bank account)
Comdata upload ($2.00 per settlement charge, deducted from each settlement) I authorize Meadow Lark

b. Independent Sales Rep {ISR), and all employees in ISRs office, access to my settlement screen.

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No

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Signed this ______ day of __________________________, 20

2005

MEADOW LARK TRANSPORT, INC.

INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR

By:

Its: Safety Department

Its: Owner

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EXHIBIT B (Equipment)
MUST COMPLETE IN ENTIRETY

Tractor:
Make: Freightliner

Model: CL12064ST

Year: 2005

Color: White

Serial #: 1FUJA6CK85LN90402

Tag #: R030453

Tag State: TX

Date of Purchase: July 21, 2011

Purchase Price: $26,000.00

Empty Weight:

Tractor Length:

# of axles: 2

Tire Size:

Trailer:
Type of Trailer:
Flat

Stepdeck

Double Drop

Stretch

Van

Reefer

Other:

Make:

Year:

Serial #:

Tag#:

Tag State:

Date of Purchase:

Purchase Price:

Empty Weight:

Trailer Length:

Trailer width:

Trailer Height:

Tandem or Spread Axle:

Tire size:

Overall Length of Tractor and Trailer:

Kingpin Setting:

Back Deck Length:

Height:

Top Deck Length:

Height:

If double drop:
Well Length:

Height:

# of Axles:
Axle Spacing:

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1 2:

2 3:

3 4:

4 5:

5 6:

6 7:

Signed this ________day of ____________________, 20

2005

MEADOW LARK TRANSPORT, INC.

INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR

By:
Its: Safety Department

Its: Owner

Trailer Lease
If you need a trailer contact:

David Ferrell

Maintenance Director
406-237-0899 - Direct
[email protected]
Generous lease terms can be arranged under separate contract.

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Direct Deposit Agreement Form

Contact Information
ID:
Name:

Eddie Moore

Address:
City:

607 Tabasco Trail

State:

Arlington

Phone:

817-350-6427

Cell:

E-mail:

[email protected]

Zip:

TX

76002

469-446-4949

Authorization Agreement
I hereby authorize Meadow Lark to initiate automatic deposits to my account at the financial institution named
below. I also authorize Meadow Lark to make withdrawals from this account in the event that a credit entry is
made in error.
Further, I agree not to hold Meadow Lark responsible for any delay or loss of funds due to incorrect or
incomplete information supplied by me or by my financial institution or due to an error on the part of my financial
institution in depositing funds to my account.
This agreement will remain in effect until Meadow Lark receives a written notice of cancellation from me or my
financial institution, or until I submit a new direct deposit form to the Payroll Department.
Deposits can take up to two business days from the transmission date to reach your account.

Account Information
Name of Financial Institution:
Routing Number:

111000614

Checking

Account Number:

786650853

Savings

Signature
Authorized Signature:

Eddie Moore

Digitally signed by Eddie Moore

DN: cn=Eddie Moore, o=KA-ZoomManagement,
inc., ou, [email protected], c=US
Date: 2013.10.14 12:43:15 -05'00'

Date:

10/14/2013

*Must be able to make binding agreements for the company.

Please attach a voided check and return this form to the Payroll Department.
Electronic: attach a scan (jpeg, tif or pdf) and email to: [email protected]
FAX: (866) 999-3582
Mail: Meadow Lark, PO Box 50575, Billings, MT 59105
Questions or concerns? Contact us - [email protected] - (866) 736-5233
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Substitute W-9
Meadow Lark Companies
PO Box 50575
Billings, MT 59105-0575
866-736-5233
Under the internal revenue service code, section 6041 (a) a, we are required annually to send you (and the IRS) a
1099 form for reporting payments made to you (unless you are an exempt payee as listed on form W-9). It should be
noted that if you fail to furnish us your correct name and TIN, we may be required to withhold and remit to the IRS
29% from all payments we make to you. If you are an individual/sole proprietorship please list company name and
the name that is listed on your social security card.
Please check the type of business you have below:
Corporation
Partnership
Individual/Sole Proprietorship
Other
Federal Taxpayer Identification Number: 51-0670661
Social Security Number:

457-15-1829

Individual Name (Individual/Sole Proprietorship):

Company Name: Ka-Zoom Management, Inc. dba-Silver Star Contractors
City: Arlington
Phone:

State:

TX

(469) 446-4949

User email: [email protected]

Signature:

Eddie Moore

Digitally signed by Eddie Moore

DN: cn=Eddie Moore, o=KA-ZoomManagement, inc., ou,
[email protected], c=US
Date: 2013.10.14 12:47:22 -05'00'

Printed Name: Eddie Moore

Title: CFO
Date:

10/14/2013

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Zip:

76002