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Membership
Offers Huge
Benefits
There are several things to consider when joining any organization. One, what’s the cost of membership and, two, what am I to gain by becoming a member. I’d like to address each of these valid points individually.
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Attention! Attention! To those municipalities and political subdivisions who aren’t currently members of Louisiana 811, I’d like to take a moment of your time and let you know why being a member of our organization is crucial to the protection of your valuable underground infrastructure.
By Brent Saltzman
Executive Director, Louisiana 811
...the annual membership dues are only $100!
First, the cost of membership is less than you would think. Currently, the annual membership dues are only $100! That’s right, only $100 to be a member of our organization. The only other cost you would incur from us would be the cost of receiving a locate request for the area you define to be notified. That cost is $0.72 for each ticket you receive. The good news is that we actually provide folks like you a discount compared to $0.90 per ticket for our corporate members.
Second, the value of membership is surprisingly huge. Becoming a member enables you, the owner/operator, to receive locate requests for your area allowing you the ability to see who’s excavating in your area, what type of work they’re performing and for how long.
Have you ever considered, “What’s the cost of incurring damage to your underground facilities?” I’m certain the cost can run in the thousands of dollars and, additionally, you have to field all those complaints from many of your constituents who have lost service.
Yes, becoming a member definitely has its benefits. Why don’t you pick up the phone and call me today if you’d like to discuss. It’s a simple, easy process and I can assure you, membership in Louisiana 811 will be worthwhile!
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2021, Issue 3