Governance

Effective: March 19, 2022

MEMBERSHIP AGREEMENT FOR USE OF SPACE

This Agreement is made between the “Member” and Macon Creek (“MC”) for use of space located on the campus of Macon Creek at 8744 and 8759 Clinton Macon Road, Clinton, MI 49236 (“Campus”). By joining The Hive at Macon Creek, you are part of something bigger: Macon Creek, a Michigan 501(c)(3), inspires connection, creativity, and stewardship through the intersection of arts and education. We provide a purpose-built environment where learners of all ages engage in immersive and collaborative experiences that cultivate artistic excellence, imaginative inquiry, and thoughtful community.

License: Subject to the terms and conditions of this Agreement, MC grants Member a non-transferable revocable license to occupy and use the following space at the Campus during the term of this Agreement for general office use (“License”) and Member accepts such License. The benefits accruing to the space type per the membership level selected.

Term: The term of this Agreement starts today and is for one month from the Start Date (“Initial Term”). The Agreement will automatically renew for additional, successive one-month periods (“Extension Term”) provided Member pays all Fees for the Extension Term to MC prior to the end of the Term (“Term” means the Initial Term and all Extension Terms). Either party may terminate this Agreement upon written notice to the other party.

Payment: During the Term, Member agrees to pay the Fees and any taxes if applicable for use of the space to MC prior to the Start Date and at the start of any Extension Term, if any. Payment must be made either by credit card or by electronic transfer to MC. “Fees” means the membership setup fee due at the beginning of the Term and the monthly charge for the use of the space as well the charge for any incidentals for services not included in the monthly charge. The incidentals will be collected in arrears and paid by member with the monthly charge for the next month.

House Rules: During the Term, Member agrees to accept the terms, conditions, and policies provided by MC in the MC House Rules document relating to the use of the Space, including building security procedures, IT access and use procedures, maximum occupancy limitations, and other terms and procedures provided by MC above (“House Rules”). The House Rules may be reviewed and amended by MC without prior consent of Member provided MC provides Member with notice of such revisions or amendments. The House Rules shall govern and control in the event of any conflict between this Agreement and the House Rules.

Possession and Delivery: The Space is accepted by Member in its “as-is” “where-is” condition and configuration. Member acknowledges space specified as provided on a first come basis may not be available at all times with Member required to wait till space is available. Member acknowledges IT access may not always be available due to maintenance or other technical issues with MC not liable for any such unavailability.

Common Areas: Member shall have access to and non-exclusive use of any portions of the Campus designated for common use by the members (“Common Areas”) as, and to the extent, described in the House Rules. The Common Areas may be changed, relocated, altered, eliminated or otherwise modified at any time during the Term without the consent of, or notice to, Member.

Shared Facilities: Member shall have access to and non-exclusive use of conference rooms, office equipment and kitchen located within the Campus (“Shared Facilities”) on a first come, first served basis as, and to the extent, described in the House Rules and as specified in the MC Rate Sheet. The Shared Facilities may be changed, relocated, altered, eliminated or otherwise modified at any time during the Term without the consent of, or notice to, Member.

Keys and Security: All keys or entry cards for the Campus, which MC provides, are MC’s property at all times. Member agrees to not make any copies or allow anyone else to use them without MC’s consent. Any loss of keys or entry cards must be reported to MC immediately with Member to pay for the cost of replacement and/or changing the locks if required by MC. MC assumes no liability for Member personal property. Member is responsible for arranging insurance for Member’s personal property against all risks and for Member’s liability to and for Member’s employees and invitees. Member assumes all risk of damage, loss, theft or misappropriation of Member’s personal property and liability to and for Member’s employees and invitees.

Conduct: Member agrees to follow the member policies provided in the House Rules. MC may immediately terminate this Agreement and revoke Member’s license without cost or penalty if Member or Member’s invitees engage in any behavior that MC deems to be contrary to such policies.

Disclaimer: EXCEPT AS PROVIDED HEREIN AND IN ANY HOUSE RULES, MC IS PROVIDING ITS SPACE TO THE MEMBER “AS IS,” AND MC DISCLAIMS ANY AND ALL OTHER REPRESENTATIONS AND WARRANTIES WITH RESPECT TO THE SPACE, WHETHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF TITLE, MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR NON-INFRINGEMENT. MC CANNOT AND DOES NOT GUARANTEE AND DOES NOT PROMISE TO MEMBER, ANY SPECIFIC RESULTS FROM USE OF THE SPACE. MC DOES NOT REPRESENT OR WARRANT THAT THE SPACE WILL MEET MEMBER’S REQUIREMENTS; THAT THE SPACE MEETS APPLICABLE LEGAL STANDARDS OR IS SAFE AND SUITABLE FOR MEMBER’S INTENDED USE.

Liability: IN NO EVENT WILL MC OR ITS RESPECTIVE DIRECTORS, EMPLOYEES, AGENTS, AFFILIATES OR SUPPLIERS BE LIABLE TO MEMBER OR ANY PARTY CLAIMING THROUGH MEMBER, FOR ANY INDIRECT, CONSEQUENTIAL, EXEMPLARY, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, INCLUDING FOR ANY LOST PROFITS, LOST DATA, PERSONAL INJURY OR PROPERTY DAMAGE, OF ANY NATURE WHATSOEVER, ARISING FROM THE MEMBER’S USE OF THE SPACE, EVEN IF MC IS AWARE OR HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. NOTWITHSTANDING ANYTHING TO THE CONTRARY CONTAINED HEREIN, AND TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, MC’S LIABILITY TO MEMBER OR ANY PARTY CLAIMING THROUGH MEMBER, FOR ANY CAUSE WHATSOEVER, AND REGARDLESS OF THE FORM OF THE ACTION, IS LIMITED TO THE AMOUNT PAID FOR THE SPACE, IN THE 12 MONTHS PRIOR TO THE INITIAL ACTION GIVING RISE TO LIABILITY. THIS IS AN AGGREGATE LIMIT. THE EXISTENCE OF MORE THAN ONE CLAIM HEREUNDER WILL NOT INCREASE THIS LIMIT.

Suspension of Services: MC may by notice suspend the provision of services (including access to the Campus) for reasons of political unrest, strikes, terrorism, Acts of God or other events beyond the MC’s reasonable control. This Agreement shall automatically terminate if the space is rendered unusable as a result of a fire, other casualty or a condemnation. MC may also suspend the provision of services (including access to the space) in the event the space or the building is being renovated or repaired, in which event you will be relocated to another space within the building, or if necessary, to another building on campus, all at the MC’s reasonable cost.

Sublicensing: Member may not sublicense, assign, transfer any interest in this Agreement or allow any third party to use any portion of the space, the shared facilities or the common areas without MC’s prior consent.

No Lease: MEMBER ACKNOWLEDGES THAT THIS AGREEMENT IS NOT A LEASE OR ANY OTHER INTEREST IN REAL PROPERTY. IT IS A CONTRACTUAL ARRANGEMENT THAT CREATES A REVOCABLE LICENSE. The parties do not intend to create a lease or any other interest in real property for the benefit of Member through this Agreement. MC retains legal possession and control of the space assigned to Member. When this Agreement expires or is earlier terminated, Member’s License to occupy the space shall automatically be revoked. Member agrees to remove Member’s personal property and leave the space as of the date of such expiration or termination. MC is not responsible for Member’s personal property left in the space after expiration or termination. If Member fails to remove Member’s personal property, at MC’s option, such personal property shall (a) be deemed conveyed to MC and shall become the property of MC, or (b) be removed from the space by MC at the Member’s expense.

Subordination: This Agreement and any applicable House Rules are subordinate to any underlying lease, mortgage, deed of trust, ground lease or other lien now or subsequently arising upon the space or the building on the campus, and to renewals, modifications, refinancings and extensions thereof including the MC’s purchase agreement and to any other agreements to which the MC’s ownership is subordinate.

Miscellaneous: All demands, approvals, consents and notices shall be sent by certified mail or electronic mail at the address specified for each party below. This Agreement shall be interpreted and enforced in accordance with the laws of the state of Michigan. If either party institutes a suit against the other for violation of or to enforce this Agreement, the prevailing party shall be entitled to all of its costs and expenses, including, without limitation, reasonable attorneys’ fees. MC and Member hereby waive any right to trial by jury in any proceeding based upon a breach of this Agreement to the fullest extent permitted by applicable law. This Agreement may not be modified, amended or terminated, and Member’s obligations hereunder shall in no way be discharged, except as expressly provided in this Agreement or by written instrument executed by the parties. If any term, covenant or condition of this Agreement or any application thereof shall be invalid or unenforceable, the remainder of this Agreement and any other application of such term, covenant or condition shall not be affected. This Agreement shall be construed without regard to any presumption or other rule requiring construction against the party causing this Agreement to be drafted. Neither MC nor Member shall have the right to record this License or any memorandum thereof.

MC: MACON CREEK

Address: 8759 Clinton Macon Rd., Clinton, MI 49236

Email: hello@maconcreek.org

Complete Understanding: This Agreement constitutes the final and complete agreement between the Parties regarding the subject matter hereof, and supersedes any prior or contemporaneous communications, representations or agreements between the Parties, whether oral or written.

We honor every culture, every identity, every way of being – not as guests, but as builders of the world we co-create. Each person brings brilliance. Each perspective adds depth. Each life expands the horizon of what is possible.

We create spaces rooted in belonging, where truth is spoken in many tongues, where leadership is shared, where creativity flourishes through difference.

We lead with listening. We walk with courage. We uplift with care. We know that equity is the heartbeat of community and inclusion is the soil where growth takes root.

We stand in celebration of the fullness of humanity – and we carry forward the sacred work of making that fullness visible, valued, and vibrant.

We are the weavers, the vision-holders, the songs and the silence, the spark and the steady flame, the circle that widens, again and again.

Seniors (age 65 and older), veterans, and students are eligible for reduced-price admission when discounts are offered. Discount levels may vary by event depending on production costs, artist compensation, and capacity, and will be clearly noted at the time of ticket purchase.

Discounted tickets are intended to honor lived experience, service, and the realities of fixed or limited incomes. We aim to extend these discounts without unnecessary barriers; we trust our community to engage with integrity.

Some special events, fundraisers, or limited-capacity programs may not be eligible for discounts. When this is the case, it will be stated clearly in event listings.

Macon Creek remains committed to balancing accessibility with sustainability – supporting artists fairly while keeping the doors open to those who wish to gather, learn, and belong.

For questions about ticketing or accessibility, please contact us at live@maconcreek.org prior to the event.

Macon Creek inspires connection, creativity, and stewardship through the intersection of arts and education. We provide a purpose-built environment where learners of all ages engage in immersive and collaborative experiences that cultivate artistic excellence, imaginative inquiry, and thoughtful community.

Guided by the belief that everyone is an artist, we embrace creativity as an essential human practice—one that connects us across lived experiences. It is our policy not to take a position on any public issue that does not relate directly to its core mission or its business operation.

In order to maintain its nonprofit status and in compliance with nonprofit federal tax law, Macon Creek will not directly or indirectly participate in any political campaigning on behalf of (or in opposition to) candidates for elective public office.

The Bylaws of Macon Creek were adopted by our Board of Directors in March 2020. At that time, our Board also approved a series of governance policies in compliance with nonprofit disclosure requirements from the IRS Form 990. In November 2025, our corporate name (formerly The Hive Project)  was amended to Macon Creek.

In keeping with this commitment, the Corporation encourages all employees, independent contractors, officers and board members to report suspected violations of law, ethics or policy to Corporation management.

Macon Creek (the “Corporation”) is a benevolent and charitable corporation that operates in the area of southeast Michigan and inspires connection, creativity, and stewardship through the intersection of arts and education. We provide a purpose-built environment where learners of all ages engage in immersive and collaborative experiences that cultivate artistic excellence, imaginative inquiry, and thoughtful community. Its Directors, officers, and managers have a duty to conduct the affairs of the Corporation in a manner consistent with such purposes and not to advance their personal interests. The Corporation’s Directors, Officers, managers, and key employees interact and do business with members of the community served by the Corporation; they have a duty to conduct their affairs in a manner that will avoid conflicts of interest with the Corporation.

The Corporation provides a comprehensive Conflict of Interest Policy to ensure that there is full disclosure by its Directors, Officers, and others in positions of influence in connection with entering into any transaction that may provide an economic benefit to a Director, Officer, or to any person or entity with whom they are related or have a financial interest. This will avoid any question about their undivided loyalty to the Corporation and will ensure that decisions are free of favoritism and based entirely on merit.

The policy is intended to supplement but not replace any applicable state and federal laws governing conflicts of interest relating to nonprofit and charitable organizations.

A copy of our current CHARITABLE SOLICITATION REGISTRATION can be downloaded here.