1.0 INTRODUCTION 1.1 John and Mary agree they will be cooperative parents in the best interests of Jane. 1.2 Cooperative parenting establishes a framework wherein, mutually or with a mediator, John and Mary, agree to establish two homes for Jane, arrange for the day-to-day care of Jane, consult one another concerning the needs of Jane and each other as their needs relate to Jane. This framework does not require that any set method of parenting be used but only that it be established in a cooperative manner. 1.3 Both John and Mary understand that cooperative parenting requires the acceptance of mutual responsibilities as well as mutual rights insofar as Jane is concerned and may require that they put the needs of Jane ahead of their own. 1.4 John and Mary set forth the following agreement as to the times and places where Jane will reside, what the responsibilities of John and Mary will be and other relevant factors. John and Mary further agree that this will be reviewed at least on an annual basis and specifically renewed or revised as necessary. 1.5 John and Mary are aware that the Court always has jurisdiction to modify any arrangement that concerns the well-being of Jane. John and Mary, notwithstanding this, specifically express their intent to not resort to the Court except pursuant to paragraph 2.0 below. 1.6 While John and Mary were living together in a relationship, law and custom gave them certain rights and responsibilities regarding the parent-child interaction. It is the specific intent of John and Mary that these same rights and responsibilities continue, except as to those changes necessitated by the dissolution of their relationship and the establishment of two households. 1.6.1 Since it was not necessary to be specific as to what the exact terms of the parent-child interactions were during their relationship, John and Mary do not feel that it is necessary to set forth all of the specific requirements of the new parent-child relationship. Such requirements as are set forth herein do not imply that this is a comprehensive or exclusive listing. 1.7 Both John and Mary will continue to provide a home for Jane until she reaches adulthood. Each will care for the physical, emotional and intellectual needs of Jane as best he or she can; each will have the best interests of Jane at heart. 1.8 John and Mary shall decide all issues, such as the time Jane shall spend with John or Mary, schooling, medical care, etc., between themselves, using the general intent of this agreement. 1.8.1 It is agreed that the parent with whom Jane resides will have day-to-day jurisdiction of Jane; however, all decisions of a substantive nature will be made by consensus, if time and circumstances reasonably permit. 1.9 Major decisions pertaining to education, health, summer activities and welfare of Jane shall be decided by John and Mary after adequate consultation has occurred between them about the developmental stage of Jane, the welfare of Jane, the best interests of Jane and, so far as possible, the desires of Jane. 1.10 John and Mary agree to foster love and respect, even in trying times, between Jane and the other parent. Neither John or Mary shall do anything which may estrange Jane from the other parent or hamper the natural and continuing relationships between Jane and either parent. 2.0 DISPUTE RESOLUTION AND MODIFICATION 2.1 Should any disputes arise between John and Mary and/or Jane, or should John and Mary wish to modify this agreement, John and Mary agree that it is in the best interests of Jane and themselves to resolve any disputes that may arise as set forth below: 2.1.1 Meet and confer with one another, each to present to the other a proposed solution to the dispute. If there is no resolution at this step, they will then: 2.1.2 Meet and confer with an expert in the field related to the dispute, e.g., doctor, teacher, counselor, etc. 2.1.3 Meet and confer with a mediator/counselor who has had experience in dispute resolution. All concerned shall use their best efforts to resolve the issues. Should there be no resolution at this step, they will then: 2.1.4 Submit the matter to a Court of competent jurisdiction. 2.1.4.1 John and Mary understand that this is an extraordinary step and will be resorted to only when there is no other way to resolve the problem. 2.2. This section shall apply to all parts of this agreement. 2.3 Until there is resolution of any dispute that may arise concerning this agreement, the operative terms of this agreement shall remain in full force and effect. 3.0 PRIVACY AND TIME-SHARING 3.1 Privacy 3.1.1 We agree to honor one another's parenting style, privacy and authority. 3.1.2 We will not interfere in the parenting style of the other parent, nor will we make plans or arrangements that would impinge upon the other parent's authority or times with Jane without the express agreement of the other parent. 3.1.3 Further, we understand that each of us has or may establish an emotional/romantic relationship with another adult and neither of us requires that such relationship be a marital relationship, nor shall either attempt to limit the parental rights of the other solely on the grounds that such a relationship is not a marital relationship. 3.2 Time Sharing. We agree that Jane will live in the homes of John and Mary pursuant to the following schedule. 3.2.1 We realize that the welfare of Jane is of paramount importance and that it is in the best interests of Jane to continue in a well-rounded, full and complete parent-child relationship with each of us and for that reason we choose not to restrict time spent with either of us to any rigid schedule. It is therefore agreed that time spent with either of us shall be as we ourselves, upon consideration of the needs and desires of Jane, shall determine. 4.0 RECORDS AND SURNAME 4.1 We agree that each of us shall have full complete access to any and all records, documents, etc., that any agency, association, or person would normally provide or furnish to either of us for Jane were we a single family. 4.2 Such records include, but are not limited to, medical, dental, psychiatric, school personnel records, grades, homework assignments, parent-teacher conference notices, one-subject grade reports, notices of student performance., P.T.A. notices, etc. 4.3 It is the intent of this paragraph to allow both John and Mary full and complete access to any information about Jane. 4.4 Each parent is under a continuing duty to provide information to the other parent as to the whereabouts of any of the above records. Such duty shall include, but is not limited to, providing information as to the name, address and telephone number of any person or agency who has possession or control of any of the above records. 4.5 This section is in compliance with and declaratory of California Civil Code 4600.5(l) which provides as follows: Notwithstanding any other provision of law, access to records and information pertaining to a minor child, including but not limited to medical, dental, and school records, shall not be denied to a parent because such parent is not the child's custodial parent. 4.6 The parents agree that they will not, at any time or for any reason, refer to or identify Jane by any surname other than Smith. 5.0 POSSESSIONS OF OUR CHILD 5.1 The personal possessions of Jane are, as we both acknowledge (and as California law provides), her personal property. Jane is to have complete freedom as to where she wants her personal property: she may leave her clothing, shoes, etc., at the home of either John or Mary subject to a reasonable rebalancing of those items. 6.0 CONTACT 6.1 Both John and Mary will keep the other notified of their current address and telephone numbers. 6.2 John and Mary shall have unlimited reasonable telephone contact with Jane and unlimited mail contact with Jane. 6.3 John and Mary shall be permitted to and are encouraged to attend, take part or participate in those activities that Jane normally and usually is a part of; e.g., Little League, school plays and activities, programs with the church, etc. 6.4 The specification of any activity, event, time, or place herein shall not act to limit a parent to that specification. 6.5 We agree to keep each other informed about all significant events in the life of Jane, including, but not limited to, fears, illnesses, behavior problems, special relationships, idiosyncratic needs (such as for certain lessons, books, toys, hobbies, equipment, athletic activities and the like), school requirements and activities, loss of friend or loved one and illness or disability of either party, or introduction of a new significant adult to the child, or plans of one of us to marry, move, change jobs, or similar matters of importance to the family. 6.6 We agree to confer with the other parent before proposing or discussing with Jane major changes in time and/or living arrangements, special trips, special and/or expensive purchases (such as, but not limited to, motorcycle, automobile, or the like), desired or planned medical treatment, therapy, or religious experience(s) and similar significant major changes, activities, or expenditures. 7.0 PARENTAL CONTRIBUTIONS 7.1 John and Mary will each contribute a share of their resources (money, time, energy, effort, etc.) to Jane for her material and psychological well-being. 7.2 Each will provide the necessary food, clothing, medical and dental care, shelter, recreation, etc., as would be usual and reasonable for a person in his or her economic circumstances. 7.3 John and Mary shall provide medical and dental coverage when it is available through his or her employer. 7.4 John and Mary agree to consult with one another concerning medical and dental insurance. They will determine which has the best plan for the best price and, if in agreement, obtain that plan. They agree to share the cost of that plan insofar as coverage for Jane is concerned. They further agree to divide and pay any uncovered costs on a 50/50 basis where such charges are less than $100.00. When such charges exceed $100.00 and are of a non-emergency nature, John and Mary agree to consult and discuss such costs. They further agree to pay the charges that they do agree upon within thirty (30 ) days of submission. 7.5 Having considered the economic state for each of us, the time-sharing schedule of paragraph 3.2 and other relevant factors, we further agree to the following specific terms: 7.5.1 John and Mary agree that, at this time, no amount of support need be paid to either parent. They further agree that the court shall have the jurisdiction to award child support to either John or Mary retroactive to the date of the signing of this agreement should this be in the interests of justice. 7.6 John and Mary, pursuant to C.C. 4728(a) acknowledge the following 7.6.1 They are both fully informed of their respective rights pursuant to the Agnos Child Support Standards Act of 1984 and that this agreement for child support is without coercion or duress. 7.6.2 The needs of Jane will be adequately met. 7.6.3 The right to support has not been assigned to the county pursuant to Welfare and Institutions Code Section 1147 and no public assistance application is pending. 8.0 EMANCIPATION 8.1 For purposes of this agreement, Jane shall be considered emancipated from John or Mary only as hereinafter provided. 8.1.1 Subject to the provisions below for termination or deferment of emancipation status, Jane shall be considered emancipated from John or Mary when that parent dies or when Jane does any of the following: 8.1.1.1 Dies 8.1.1.2 Reaches the age of eighteen (18) years, except that the duty of support shall continue to exist as to any unmarried child who has attained the age of eighteen (18) years, is a full time high school student and resides with a parent, until such time as he or she completes the 12th grade or attains the age of nineteen (19) year, whichever first occurs. 8.1.1.3 Enters into a marriage, except that on entry of a Court's judgment nullifying or annulling the marriage on the ground that it is void or voidable, Jane shall no longer be considered as emancipated because of the marriage. 8.1.1.4 Establishes a permanent residence away from the home of either John or Mary. 8.1.1.5 Becomes a member of the Armed Forces of the United States on full-time active duty. 8.1.1.6 Becomes emancipated under or within the meaning of the "Emancipation of Minors Act", California Civil Code Sec. 60 et seq. 8.1.2 If the condition causing Jane to become emancipated is a change of permanent residence or active duty in the Armed forces or emancipation of the minor pursuant to California Civil Code Sec. 60 et seq., and this condition ceases to exist, or there is a rescission of the declaration of emancipation pursuant to California Civil Code Sec. 65, Jane shall no longer be considered emancipated from John or Mary because of this condition. 9.0 MOVING FROM THE PRESENT GEOGRAPHICAL AREA 9.1 John or Mary shall not permanently remove Jane from the State of California unless: 9.1.1 Prior written consent of the other parent is given or an Order granting such removal is issued by a Court which has jurisdiction pursuant to the terms of paragraph 12.0 et seq. of this agreement; or 9.1.2 Such removal is for ordinary vacations and is for less than four (4) weeks in length, provided that this exception does not apply when such removal is to other than the Continental United States, Alaska, Canada, Hawaii, or Mexico. 9.2 Should John or Mary remove Jane from California in violation of paragraph 9.1, or fail to return Jane under the terms of said Order or agreement, the conditions set forth in paragraph 11.0 et seq. shall apply. 9.3 Before either of us moves from the area descirbed in paragraph 12.1.3, our agreement for parenting will be renegotiated, maintaining as nearly as possible arrangements we have already established about sharing time with Jane, but taking also into consideration well-being of Jane. 9.3.1 Both John and Mary agree that such a move shall be a persuasive and substantial change of circumstances affecting Jane which are of a kind to render it essential or expedient for the welfare of Jane that there be a change to this agreement. 10.0 BONDS 10.1 John Smith, during any period of time that Jane is physically with that parent, shall post a security deposit of $15,000.00 in an interest-bearing account within the State of California. If John Smith shall be unable to provide the cash security deposit, then that parent shall provide an appropriate, good and sufficient corporate bond or private surety bond to be filed with the Court. This security deposit will be posted in full or renewed in full prior to changing of the physical residence of Jane. 10.1.1 Said account shall be held in trust by the attorney of record for John Smith. All decisions regarding the investment of said account shall be made solely by the attorney of record for the parent providing the deposit. All withdrawals shall be by joint signature or Court Order. If the attorney of record for the parent providing the deposit refuses to execute a withdrawal and pay over to the other parent any sums ordered by the Court, the bank shall be authorized to pay over said sum without such signature. 10.1.2 Said account or bond shall be made available only by Order of the Court. 10.1.3 The Court shall reserve jurisdiction to, upon an appropriate motion with sufficient showing, increase the amount of security required. 11.0 ENFORCEMENT 11.1 If, upon a finding by a court with jurisdiction in this matter, John or Mary fails substantially to comply with the terms of this agreement, such court shall have to jurisdiction to award any and all reasonable expenses to the prevailing party, including, but not limited to, attorney fees, just court costs, transportation of either parent or Jane, investigator's fees and similar costs that as a result of this failure become reasonably necessary for carrying out this agreement. 11.2 John and Mary agree to execute or deliver any instrument, furnish any information, or perform any other act reasonably necessary to carry out the provisions of this agreement without undue delay or expense. 11.3 If either John or Mary fails to send Jane when scheduled, a third party appointed by the Court shall pick up Jane at the defaulting parent's expense. 11.4 John and Mary are aware that a violation of this agreement could constitute a violation of California Penal Code Sec. 277, 278 and/or Sec. 278.5. 11.4.1 Should John or Mary violate the terms of this agreement, the violating parent shall, if demanded by the other parent, waive extradition pursuant to California Penal Code Sec. 1555.1 (Uniform Criminal Extradition Act) in the state or country where the John or Mary may be at the time the demand is made. 11.5 The party or their agent(s) or representative(s) who seeks to enforce this agreement shall have the unequivocal and absolute right to apply to any court for an ex parte order to enforce the specific terms of this agreement. 11.5.1 Unless specifically ordered by the court at the time of application, no notice to the defaulting party and/or a hearing on the merits of the requested order of enforcement shall be required. 11.6 The financial ability of either party shall not be considered in the application of this section. All questions as to whether or not any expenditure incurred in the enforcement of this agreement is reasonable shall be resolved in favor of the enforcing party. 11.7 For purposes of any notice required under this agreement by a court of competent jurisdiction, each parent agrees that all such notice may be given by delivering or mailing such notice to the last known address (by ordinary first class mail if within the United States or by air mail if not within the United States) as well as by any of the requirements of C.C. 5153 and C.C. 5154. 11.7.1 Each party acknowledges that the address provided to one another pursuant to Section 6.0 et sequentia shall be, for all purposes, the address to which any notice under this agreement shall be delivered or mailed. 11.7.2 Notice under this agreement shall be given at least 15 days before the time appointed for any hearing; provided that if the notice is served by mail, the required 15 day period of notice shall be increased by 5 days if the place of mailing and the place of address are within the State of California, 10 days if either the place of mailing or the place of address is outside the State of California but within the United States and 20 days if either the place of mailing or the place of address is outside the United States. The time for such notice may be shortened by a court of competent jurisdiction. 11.7.3 Notice given under this section shall be construed as being "reasonable notice" within the meaning of 28 U.S.C. 1738A(e). 11.7.4 Personal delivery to any of the parties or mailing by certified mail (with or without a return receipt) is not required but may be used. 11.8 When any child is with a parent for a period of time that is not pursuant to Section 3.0 et sequentia of this agreement, such period of time shall be a temporary absence from the parent who would normally have that child with that parent pursuant to Section 3.0 et sequentia of this agreement. 11.8.1 If the terms of the temporary absence are in writing and dated and signed by both John and Mary, such writing becomes a part of Section 3.0 et sequentia of this agreement and shall be enforced pursuant to the terms of this section. 11.8.2 In the absence of a written agreement pursuant to 11.8.1, the parent with whom any child is temporarily residing shall, upon demand of the parent that this child would normally reside with pursuant to Section 3.0 et sequentia of this agreement, at once return that child to that parent. Such demand may be written or oral. 12.0 JURISDICTION AND VENUE 12.1 John and Mary agree to the following facts as of the execution of this agreement: 12.1.1 They are the parents of: 12.1.1.1 Jane Smith, 27 Jan 1975 12.1.2 John or Mary have entered into this agreement regarding the parenting of Jane. 12.1.2.1 This agreement is a decree in conformance with and complies with 9 Uniform Laws Annotated (ULA) Sections 1-28 [Division Four, Part Five, Title Nine, Sections 5150-5174 of the California Civil Code], the Uniform Child Custody Jurisdiction Act (UCCJA). 12.1.2.2 This agreement is a custody determination made consistently with the provisions of 28 U.S.C. Sec. 1738A: Parental Kidnaping Prevention Act (PKPA). 12.1.2.3 John and Mary specifically acknowledge that this agreement is binding on them and that the agreement is conclusive as to all issue of law and fact decided (whether litigated or not) and as to the determination made unless and until that determination is modified pursuant to law, including provisions of the UCCJA and/or PKPA. 12.1.2.4 This order is a right of custody within the meaning of Article 3 of the Convention on the Civil Aspects of International Child Abduction (Hague Convention). 12.1.3 John and Mary are residents and domiciliaries of the State of California, County of Pacifica. 12.1.4 The home state of Jane is California, per 9 ULA 2(5) and/or 28 U.S.C. 1738A Sec.(b)(4). 12.1.5 Jane has established significant connections with California and there is available in this State substantial evidence concerning present or future care, protection, training and personal relationships of Jane, per 9 ULA 3(a)(2) and/or 28 U.S.C. 1738A (c)(2)(B). 12.1.5.1 Such significant connections and relationships include, but are not limited to: 12.1.5.1.1 Peer relationships of Jane; 12.1.5.1.2 School and education systems; 12.1.5.1.3 Contact with John and Mary's family and friends. 12.1.5.1.4 Established medical and dental routines. 12.1.6 California is the convenient forum for any litigation concerning Jane per 9 ULA 7 and/or 28 U.S.C. 1738A(c)(2)(D). 12.1.7 No other state has significant contacts with Jane. 12.1.8 Jane is living in a stable, healthy and wholesome environment. Jane does not have any significant physical or emotional problems. 12.1.9 Jane's home environment does not expose her to physical or psychological harm or otherwise place Jane in an intolerable situation within the meaning of Article 13 of the Hague Convention. 12.1.10 Jane is a habitual resident of California within the meaning of Article 4 of the Hague Convention. 12.2 Any modifications of this agreement shall be in accordance with 9 ULA 14 and 28 U.S.C.1738A(f). 12.3 Any absence from the State of California of Jane shall be a "temporary absence" within the meaning of 9 ULA 2(5) and/or 28 U.S.C. 1738A(b)(4). 12.4 The Court retains jurisdiction to make orders and determinations which are necessary and/or appropriate to do any of the following: 12.4.1 To resolve any dispute which may arise concerning any of the terms and provisions of this agreement, subject to the provisions of paragraph 2.0. 12.4.2 To enforce any of the terms and provisions of this agreement. 12.4.3 To resolve any matter subject to the jurisdiction of the Court which has not otherwise been resolved by the terms of this agreement. 12.5 John and Mary agree that any future litigation concerning this agreement shall be governed by applicable California and Federal law and shall take place in the county where the proceeding for dissolution of marriage is filed. Any change in the choice of California law or venue shall be in writing and signed by both parents. Should either of them bring any action to change the choice of venue or California law without the written consent of the other, the parent initiating the action shall be liable to the other for reasonable attorney fees, Court costs and travel expenses incurred as result of that action, whether successful or not. 12.5.1 Except for the choice of California law as to the law of this agreement, this paragraph shall only be effective so long as California remains the residence of the child or of either parent. 13.0 SAVINGS CLAUSE 13.1 If any provision of this agreement, or the application thereof to any person or circumstances, is held invalid, the remainder of the agreement and the application of such provisions to the other persons or circumstances shall not be affected thereby. 13.2 Failure of either party to abide by any term of this agreement, wholly or in part, shall not be grounds by either party for failure to abide by any other term of this agreement. 14.0 APPROVAL 14.1 We have both read this agreement, understand all of its terms and agree to comply with the spirit and intent of it. ________________________ _______________________ John Smith, Mary Smith Father Mother Dated: Dated: