This is the final piece of your “governance toolkit.” Since your agreement requires a majority of membership interest (over 50%) for operating decisions, any two of you (Joe + Jackie, Joe + Gary, or Jackie + Gary) can pass a motion.
Using a formal ballot prevents “he said/she said” arguments later and keeps a clear record of how JK Knockout LLC is being steered.
JK KNOCKOUT LLC: MEMBER ACTION BALLOT
Action Item / Resolution: [e.g., Approval to sign a new merchandising client “Athlete X” or Purchase of $5,000 in new inventory]
Date of Vote: ____________________
Member Votes
| Member | Ownership % | Vote (Approve / Deny) | Signature |
|---|---|---|---|
| Joe | 40% | [ ] Approve [ ] Deny | ____________________ |
| Jackie | 35% | [ ] Approve [ ] Deny | ____________________ |
| Gary | 25% | [ ] Approve [ ] Deny | ____________________ |
Tally & Result
- Total Ownership % in Favor: ________%
- Total Ownership % Opposed: ________%
Result: [ ] PASSED (Requires > 50%) | [ ] FAILED
Notes: __________________________________________________________________
When to Use This Ballot:
You don’t need this for buying a box of pens, but you should use it for:
- New Clients: Especially if they require an upfront investment or “hard costs.”
- Large Expenses: Anything over a certain dollar amount (e.g., $1,000).
- Contracts: Signing leases, speaking engagement terms, or merchandising deals.
- Changes to the 10%: If you ever need to adjust the donation to the Jackie Kallen Foundation.
Pro-Tip for the Trio:
Since Joe (40%) and Gary (25%) make 65%, they can outvote Jackie. Likewise, Joe (40%) and Jackie (35%) make 75%. This ballot ensures that even if one person disagrees, the decision is documented as a legal “Majority Act” of the LLC.
Would you like me to compile all of these documents—the Agreement, the Hard Cost Consent, the Worksheet, and the Ballot—into one “LLC Kickoff Package” summary for you to print out?