provide boilerplate operating agreement clauses for distributions of cash
Clause 1: Purpose
The purpose of this clause is to establish the rules and procedures for distributing cash to the Members of the Company.
Clause 2: Distributions
Subject to the provisions of this Agreement and applicable law, the Company may distribute cash to the Members from time to time as determined by the Board of Directors.
Clause 3: Determining Distributions
The Board of Directors shall determine the amount and timing of distributions based on the following factors:
- The financial performance of the Company
- The availability of cash
- The needs of the Company
- The interests of the Members
Clause 4: Priority of Distributions
Distributions shall be made in the following order of priority:
- To pay any outstanding obligations or liabilities of the Company
- To pay any expenses or costs incurred by the Company
- To distribute cash to the Members in proportion to their ownership interests
Clause 5: Form of Distributions
Distributions may be made in any form deemed appropriate by the Board of Directors, including:
- Cash
- Checks
- Electronic transfers
Clause 6: Frequency of Distributions
The frequency of distributions shall be determined by the Board of Directors. However, the Company shall endeavor to make distributions at least annually.
Clause 7: Restrictions on Distributions
The Company shall not make any distributions that would:
- Violate any applicable law or regulation
- Impair the capital of the Company
- Render the Company insolvent
Clause 8: Special Distributions
The Board of Directors may declare special distributions to the Members under exceptional circumstances. Such distributions shall be subject to the same terms and conditions as ordinary distributions.
Clause 9: Taxation
The Members shall be responsible for any taxes or other assessments imposed on distributions received from the Company.