Douglas County Local Business Alliance™ (DCLBA) Membership Terms of Service

Operated by AAERO LLC

Last Updated: July 1, 2025

1. Agreement Overview

By enrolling in any membership package offered through the Douglas County Local Business Alliance™ (“DCLBA”), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service, which govern your participation as a member. DCLBA is operated by AAERO LLC, a Colorado-based, privately held company. All services are provided on a month-to-month basis and are subject to change with notice.

2. Eligibility for Membership

To be eligible for membership, your business must meet the following criteria:

  • Be 51% or more based in Douglas County, Colorado
  • Operate in alignment with DCLBA’s Mission to support, promote, and advocate for local, independent businesses
  • Agree to and uphold the DCLBA Code of Ethics (see Section 5)

3. Membership Packages and Payments

Membership is offered in tiers as detailed at https://douglascountyco.com/lba-packages/. All memberships are:

  • Month-to-month unless otherwise stated
  • Non-refundable, though you may cancel anytime before your next billing cycle
  • Billed through AAERO LLC

Late or failed payments may result in temporary suspension or termination of benefits.

4. Member Participation Expectations

As a DCLBA member, you agree to:

  • Attend member events when reasonably possible to build relationships and strengthen the local business community
  • Support and promote fellow members in good faith
  • Engage in outreach activities that educate the public on the importance of supporting local businesses
  • Respond to Alliance communications in a timely manner
  • Stay active within the community and notify us of major business changes (relocation, ownership transfer, etc.)

5. Code of Ethics

By becoming a member, you agree to adhere to the DCLBA Code of Ethics:

  1. Respect Other Members
    Treat fellow business owners and members with professionalism and courtesy in all public and private settings.
  2. No Public Defamation
    Refrain from disparaging or speaking negatively about other DCLBA members, either publicly or in private forums.
  3. Ethical Business Practices
    Resolve customer complaints honestly, transparently, and in alignment with ethical best practices.
  4. Douglas County Priority
    Maintain your primary business presence (minimum 51%) in Douglas County, CO.
  5. Participate in Community Building
    Make a good faith effort to attend events, collaborate with other members, and help strengthen our local economy.
  6. Promote Local First
    Use your voice, platforms, and reach to encourage residents to shop, hire, and support local businesses whenever possible.
  7. Support Advocacy Efforts
    When possible, contribute to advocacy campaigns that benefit local businesses (e.g., signage ordinances, permitting reform, economic incentives for local-first businesses).

Any violations of the Code of Ethics may result in review by the DCLBA leadership team and, if necessary, suspension or termination of membership.

6. Termination of Membership

You may cancel your membership at any time by contacting us in writing. AAERO LLC reserves the right to:

  • Terminate or suspend membership for violation of these Terms or the Code of Ethics
  • Modify or discontinue membership benefits with 30 days’ notice

Termination does not entitle members to refunds.

7. Liability and Disclaimers

DCLBA provides a platform for networking, visibility, and advocacy. We do not guarantee specific business outcomes. AAERO LLC and DCLBA are not liable for disputes between members or between members and third parties.

8. Modifications

We may update these Terms of Service from time to time. Changes will be communicated via email or posted publicly. Continued participation after any updates constitutes acceptance.

9. Contact

AAERO LLC dba Douglas County Local Business Alliance™
210 Wilcox Street #220 Castle Rock, CO 80104
hello@douglascountyco.com
303-731-6588