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Contractor Benefits |
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We offer our Contractor Members a wide
variety of benefits. Here are just a few: |
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Special First-Year Membership Benefits |
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For the first year of membership, the new Active Contractor member will receive one complimentary registration to the Winter Convention (pre-registration required). The contractor will be responsible for travel and hotel expenses, but Missouri LICA will pick up his/her registration fee. ($140 value) In addition, the new contractor’s spouse will receive a complimentary $50,000 Accidental Death & Dismemberment policy for the first year of membership, as long as the spouse meets the insurance program’s age requirements. ($115 value) The new contractor member may request a complimentary copy of the Wetlands Conservation video, a 17-minute instructional video on the benefits and techniques needed for wetlands restoration which was filmed during the MLICA 2000 Field Days. It also includes resource contact information. |
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Business Insurance |
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The LICA Safety Insurance program is underwritten by the Continental Western Insurance Group. Participating contractor members contractor can purchase coverage for his/her business, equipment, and employees, with the potential of a premium dividend. This program has paid a premium dividend, ranging from 2.5% to 13%, in seven of the eight years it's been operating. |
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AD&D Insurance |
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Contractors under the age of 75 are protected by a $50,000 Accidental Death and Dismemberment policy, with the ability to purchase additional coverage for their spouse and/or full-time employees at a discounted rate. |
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Life Insurance |
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A complimentary $5,000 Term-Life insurance policy is provided to contractor members under the age of 65. At the age of 65, the benefit adjusts to $2,500 and, at the age of 70, the benefit is terminated. Contractor members may purchase additional Term-Life coverage for their spouse and/or employees at a discounted rate. |
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6-Pack Health Benefits |
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Through the National LICA, contractor members receive the 6-Pack Health Benefits package underwritten by Pinnacle Choice. Click here to link to the National LICA benefits page and learn more about the program. |
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Theft Reward Program |
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The National LICA has a reward program for information leading to the arrest of a person or persons involved in vandalism or theft of our members’ equipment. In addition, LoJack offers LICA members a discount on purchases of their security equipment. CNA Insurance offers an additional discount to policy holders with LoJack equipment installed. |
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Hotel Discounts |
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When traveling, LICA members enjoy discounts at the following hotels: Comfort Inn; Quality Inn; Rodeway; EconoLodge; Sleep Inn; Clarion; Red Roof Inns; MainStay Suites; Suburban Extended; Cambria Suites |
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Education |
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At both the National and State Winter Conventions, we offer educational courses specifically designed to impact our members' bottom line. These classes cover a variety of topics such as new construction techniques, business development, safety, regulations, personal growth, business opportunities, governmental agency updates, etc. In addition, MLICA offers special training on OSHA trench safety regulations, subsurface drainage, and Continuing Education Units (CEUs) for the Onsite Wastewater System Installer license. These classes are offered at a large discount for MLICA contractors and their employees. |
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Industry Information & Subscriptions |
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Both National LICA and Missouri LICA distribute a newsletter filled with regulation updates, member updates, Associate Members' product/service information, calendar of events, safety information, and legislative updates. In addition to the National LICA News and Missouri LICA News (bi-monthly newsletters), complimentary subscriptions to the Land & Water Magazine and the Drainage Contractor Magazine are provided to each contractor member. These magazines are industry specific, informative trade publications. |
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A Network for Solutions |
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A Contractor Membership in MLICA includes a membership in a local state district, the state chapter, a national region, and the national association. Events hosted by each of these groups allow our contractor members to network with other contractors doing similar work and/or governmental agencies regulating that work. Problems are discussed and solutions developed through these contacts. |
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Buying Power |
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Our Associate members exhibit at both the National and State Winter Conventions and often offer discounts to attendees. Their support throughout the year introduces our members to the latest technology, equipment, and supplies that pertain to our industry. Each Associate member is listed in the Missouri LICA Directory and Buyer's Guide. |
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Video Library |
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The State office has copies of educational videos such as The Greening of Planet Earth, Livestock Lagoon Construction, Wetland Victims, Reinvesting in American Watersheds, Weltands Restoration, and One Call - Underground Damage Prevention, that are available to be checked-out by our members. |
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Affiliations |
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Missouri LICA has working relationships with: s
Natural Resources Conservation Services’
State Technical Committee |