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HomeMy WebLinkAboutReso 92-316 - Approve lease & funding agreement entered into between the COR & Shasta County Arts Council, effect 07/01/92 I RESOLUTION NO. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF REDDING APPROVING THE LEASE AND FUNDING AGREEMENT ENMEI) INTO BETWEEN THE CITY OF REDDING AND THE SHASTA COUNTY ARTS COUNCIL, EFFECTIVE JULY 1, 1992, AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN ON BEHALF OF THE CITY. 'I IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Redding as follows: 1. That the City Council of the City of Redding hereby approves the Lease and the Funding Agreement entered into between the City of Redding and The Shasta County Arts Council, effective July 1, 1992, true copies of which are attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference. 2. That the Mayor of the City of Redding is hereby authorized and directed to sign said Lease and Funding Agreement on behalf of the City of Redding; and the City Clerk is hereby authorized and directed to attest 'the signature of the Mayor and to impress the official seal of the City of Redding i thereto. I HEREBY CERTIFY that the foregoing Resolution was introduced and read at a regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Redding on the 21st day of JulY , 1992, and was duly adopted at said meeting by the following vote: AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: Anderson, Arness, Dahl, Kehoe & Moss NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: None ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS: None ABSTAIN: COUNCIL MEMBERS: None CHARLIE MOSS, Mayor City of Redding A ST: _ FORM OVED: CONNIE STRO YER, Ci Clerk RAAaLL A. HAYS, Cit Attorney N ' l� 1 ` L E A S E THIS LEASE is made and entered into as of the 1st day of July, 1992 , by and between the CITY OF REDDING, a Municipal Corporation and General Law City, hereinafter referred to as "LESSOR, " and THE SHASTA COUNTY ARTS COUNCIL, a California Nonprofit Corporation, whose principal office is located in the City of Redding, County of Shasta, State of California, hereinafter referred to as "LESSEE: " W I T N E S S E T H: WHEREAS, LESSEE has leased the Old City Hall Arts Center for a multi-media arts center since 1986, and wishes to lease the Arts Center for a further term of one ( 1) year, provided LESSOR does not require the building for other purposes; and WHEREAS, LESSEE has kept the covenants heretofore agreed to; and the granting of a lease for a further one-year term, with the above proviso, will continue to benefit LESSOR and its citizens; and WHEREAS, LESSEE has asked that use of the outside courtyard area alongside the Arts Center be allowed for outdoor "Art Marts, " where art-in-action can be combined with the display and sale of artwork by Shasta County artists; NOW, THEREFORE, for and in consideration of the mutual promises, covenants, considerations, and conditions hereinafter set forth, and in consideration of the services to be performed by THE SHASTA COUNTY ARTS COUNCIL (hereinafter called "ARTS COUNCIL" ) under that certain Funding Agreement between the CITY OF REDDING and the ARTS COUNCIL dated July 1, 1992 (hereinafter called "FUNDING AGREEMENT" ) , the parties hereto agree as follows: 1. TERM. LESSOR does hereby lease, demise, and let unto LESSEE the building located at 1313 Market Street in the City of Redding, known as the Old City Hall Arts Center, together with the outside courtyard area alongside the Arts Center, as shown on Exhibits A i and B attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference (hereinafter referred to as the "Premises" ) , for a term of one ( 1) year commencing July 1, 1992 , and terminating June 30, 1993 , subject to LESSOR not requiring the Premises for other purposes. 2. RENEWAL. A. Provided LESSEE is not in default under this Lease or the FUNDING AGREEMENT, and provided LESSOR does not require the Premises for other purposes, it is the present intention of the parties hereto that on the expiration of the term hereof, this Lease or some modification thereof may, at the sole discretion of LESSOR, be renewed for additional successive one-year terms, such decision to be based on ( 1) whether or not LESSOR requires the Premises for any other purpose or purposes, and ( 2) LESSOR' s determination of LESSEE' s performance in fulfilling the stipulations of this Lease and the services to be performed by the ARTS COUNCIL under the FUNDING AGREEMENT. B. Prior to any consideration of the renewal of this Lease, LESSEE shall provide the following information to LESSOR no later than thirty ( 30) days prior to the expiration of the term hereof: a) A statement outlining the ARTS COUNCIL' s income and expenditures relating to its operations during the term of this Lease; b) A statement outlining how the ARTS COUNCIL utilized the grant funds provided to it by the CITY OF REDDING under the FUNDING AGREEMENT; and c) A report concerning the previous 12 months of activities and events of the ARTS COUNCIL relative to meeting the goals and services to be performed by the ARTS COUNCIL. 3. USE. LESSEE shall maintain and operate the Old City Hall Arts Center solely for purposes consistent with the operation and 2 r maintenance of a publicly-owned multi-media arts center, and for the benefit of non-profit cultural groups of Shasta County, by presenting performing artists, vocalists, lectures by professional artists, musicians, sculptors, graphic artists, and, with the approval of LESSOR' s City Manager and/or designee, other agencies, individuals, and users. LESSEE may use the outside courtyard area alongside the Art Center for outdoor "Art Marts," where art-in- action can be combined with the display and sale of artwork by Shasta County artists. 4. NATIONAL REGISTER OF HISTORIC PLACES. LESSEE understands that the Premises is on the National Register of Historic Places, and that under no circumstances shall the appearance of the Premises be altered. If LESSEE desires to place any improvements in or on the Premises, LESSEE agrees that it will first obtain the written consent of LESSOR as to any such improvements, including advertising signs. Any improvements later installed by LESSEE within the Premises shall become the property of LESSOR. Wall surfaces of the Premises shall be maintained in their restored condition, and shall not be used for displays or wall-hanging exhibits. 5. BOARD OF DIRECTORS. One individual designated by the City Council of LESSOR and one individual designated by the Redding Museum of Art and History shall serve as members of the Board of Directors of LESSEE. 6. HOURS. LESSEE shall be responsible for making the Old City Hall Arts Center open to the public an average of twenty ( 20) hours per week minimum for the duration of this Lease. 7. FEES. LESSEE shall charge use fees commensurate to offset its costs of maintaining and administrating the use of the Premises. 3 8. PREMISES AS-IS. By entry hereunder, LESSEE accepts the Premises as being in good and sanitary order, condition, and repair; and agrees that on the last day of the term hereof or sooner termination of this Lease to surrender unto LESSOR all and singular the Premises and appurte- nances in the same condition, reasonable use and wear thereof and damage by fire, Acts of God, or the elements excepted. 9. MAINTENANCE.BY LESSOR. LESSOR covenants and agrees to maintain the Premises, including provision for security measures to prevent fire and theft within the building, and to provide and pay all costs of utility services. In this connection, it is further agreed that LESSOR shall provide janitorial service to the Premises; it being the present intention that this will be provided by LESSOR including the Premises within the provisions of its existing or subsequent janitorial service contracts. 10. LESSEE'S RESPONSIBILITIES. LESSEE shall be responsible for security of the Premises; janitorial maintenance in connection with the cleanup needed after each event; program administration; and office furniture. Any condition of the Premises which LESSEE believes requires the attention of LESSOR should be called to the attention of the Director of General Services of LESSOR. 11. WASTE. LESSEE shall not commit or suffer to be committed any waste upon the Premises, nor any nuisance or other act or thing which may disturb the quiet enjoyment of adjoining property. 12. TAXES. LESSEE agrees to pay promptly when due any and all taxes assessed against its personal property, and any possessory interest taxes levied by reason of its occupancy of the Premises. 4 13. MECHANICS' LIENS. LESSEE shall keep the Premises and the property on which the Premises is situated free from any liens arising out of any work performed, material furnished, or obligations incurred by LESSEE. 14. INSPECTION. LESSOR hereby reserves the right for its agents and employees to come onto the Premises at any time for maintenance, custodial services, or security purposes, and to have a right of access to all portions of the Premises for said purposes. Further, LESSOR or its agents, accompanied by a member of the staff or Board of LESSEE, shall have the right, on reasonable occasions, to enter into or onto any part of the Premises to ascertain and inspect its condition. 15. COMPLIANCE WITH LAW. LESSEE covenants and agrees to comply with all statutes, laws, ordinances, regulations, orders, judgments, decrees, directions, and requirements of LESSOR, and of all federal, state, county, and city authorities now in force, or which may hereafter be in force, applicable to the Premises, or pertaining to a nonprofit corporation incorporated under the laws of the State of California. The judgment of any Court of competent jurisdiction or the admission of LESSEE in any action or proceeding against LESSEE, whether LESSOR be a party thereto or not, that LESSEE has violated any such ordinance or statute in the use of the Premises shall be conclusive of the fact as between LESSOR and LESSEE and shall subject this Lease to immediate termination at the option of LESSOR. 16. HOLD HARMLESS. . LESSEE shall assume all responsibility and liability in connection with the operation of the multi-media arts center; and this Lease is granted upon the express condition that LESSOR shall be free from any and all liability and claims for damages for 5 personal injury, death, or property damage in any way connected with LESSEE' s use of the Premises and the services to be performed hereunder, including claims of LESSEE, its officers, agents, employees, and members. LESSEE shall indemnify, save harmless, and defend LESSOR, its officers, officials, employees, agents, and volunteers, from any and all liability, loss, cost, or obligation on account of or arising out of any such injury, death, or loss caused by the negligence or other legal fault of LESSEE or its officers, agents, employees, and members. 17. INSURANCE. LESSEE shall procure and maintain for the duration of the Lease the following insurance against claims for injuries to persons or damages to property which may arise from or in connection with LESSEE' s operation and use of the Premises. The cost of such insurance shall be borne by LESSEE. Minimum Scope of Insurance Coverage shall be at least as broad as: 1. Insurance Services Office Commercial General Liability coverage (occurrence form CG 0001) . Claims-made form is also acceptable. 2. Workers' Compensation insurance as required by the State of California, and Employers' Liability Insurance. Minimum Limits of Insurance LESSEE shall maintain limits no less than: 1. General Liability: $500 ,000 per occurrence for bodily injury, personal injury, and property damage. If Commercial General Liability Insurance or other form with a general aggregate limit is used, the general aggregate limit shall be twice the required occurrence limit. 2 . Employer' s Liability: $500,000 per accident for bodily injury or disease. Deductibles and Self-Insured Retentions Any deductibles or self-insured retentions must be declared to and 6 approved by LESSOR. At the option of LESSOR, either: the insurer shall reduce or eliminate such deductibles or self-insured retentions as respects the LESSOR, its officers, officials, employees, agents, and volunteers; or LESSEE shall procure a bond guaranteeing payment of losses and related investigations, claims administration, and defense expenses. Other Insurance Provisions The general liability policy is to contain, or be endorsed to contain, the following provisions: 1 . LESSOR, its officers, officials, employees, agents, and volunteers are to be covered as insureds as respects: liability arising out of activities performed by or on behalf of the LESSEE; products and completed operations of the LESSEE; Premises owned, occupied or used by the LESSEE. The coverage shall contain no special limitations of the scope of protection afforded to LESSOR, its officers, officials, employees, agents, or volunteers. 2. LESSEE' s insurance coverage shall be primary insurance as respects LESSOR, its officers, officials, employees, agents, and volunteers. Any insurance or self-insurance maintained by LESSOR, its officers, officials, employees, agents, or volunteers shall be excess of LESSEE' s insurance and shall not contribute with it. 3 . Any failure to comply with reporting or other provisions of the policies, including breaches of warranties, shall not affect coverage provided to LESSOR, its officers, officials, employees, agents, or volunteers. 4. LESSEEEIs insurance shall apply separately to each insured against whom claim is made or suit is brought, except with respect to the limits of the insurer' s liability. 5. Each insurance policy required by this clause shall be endorsed to state that coverage shall not be suspended, voided, canceled by either party, reduced in coverage or in limits except after thirty ( 30) days' prior written notice has been given to LESSOR. Acceptability of Insurers Insurance is to be placed with insurers with a current A.M. Best' s rating of no less than A:VII. Verification of Coverage LESSEE shall furnish LESSOR with certificates of insurance and 7 I original endorsements effecting the coverage required by this clause. The endorsements are to be signed by a person authorized by that insurer to bind coverage on its behalf . All endorsements are to be received and approved by the Risk Manager of LESSOR before the July 1, 1992. 18. ASSIGNMENT AND SUBLETTING. LESSEE shall not assign this Lease or any interest therein, and shall not sublet the Premises or any part thereof, nor any right or privilege appurtenant thereto, nor suffer any other person (the agents and servants of LESSEE excepted) to occupy or use the Premises or any portion thereof, without the written consent of LESSOR first had and obtained. A consent by LESSOR to one assignment, subletting, occupation, or use by another person or entity shall not be deemed to be a consent to any subsequent assignment, subletting, occupation, or use by another person or entity. Any such assignment or subletting without such consent shall be void and shall, at the option of LESSOR, terminate this Lease. This Lease shall not, nor shall any interest therein, be assignable as to the interest of LESSEE by operation of law without the written consent of LESSOR. The normal use of the Premises (as per paragraph 3 above) for performances, classes, lectures, etcetera, shall not be deemed a sublease in the context of this paragraph. 19. BANKRUPTCY OR INSOLVENCY. If LESSEE should be adjudged bankrupt, either by voluntary or involuntary proceedings, or abandon or vacate the Premises, or make an assignment for the benefit of creditors, or should the Premises come into possession or control of any trustee in bankruptcy, or if any receiver should be appointed in any action or proceeding with power to take charge, possession, control, or care of the Premises, LESSOR shall have the option to forthwith terminate this Lease and to reenter the Premises and take possession thereof . In no event shall this Lease be deemed an asset of LESSEE after adjudication in bankruptcy. 8 20. DEFAULT. If LESSEE should default as to any of the terms, conditions, covenants, and agreements herein contained, and LESSOR, having knowledge of such breach, should not take advantage of same, such failure on LESSOR' s part shall not be construed as a waiver of such term, condition, covenant, or agreement, and the right of termi- nation by LESSOR shall remain in full force and effect unless expressly waived in writing, nor shall the right to give or withhold consent in any case be deemed to be waived on account of a prior waiver thereof . 21. CANCELLATION. In the event subsequent differences arise between the parties hereto and either party desires to cancel this Lease, it is covenanted and agreed between LESSOR and LESSEE that such cancellation can be effectuated only upon two ( 2) months' written notice to the other party in advance. 22. NOTICE. Any notices or demands that may be given by either party hereunder, including notice of default and notice of termination, shall be deemed to have been fully and properly given when made in writing, enclosed in a sealed envelope, and deposited in the United States Post Office, certified mail, postage prepaid, addressed as follows: To LESSOR c/o City Manager, City Hall, 760 Parkview Avenue, Redding, California 96001-3396; and to LESSEE at 1313 Market Street, Redding, California 96001. 23. HOLDING OVER AT END OF TERM. If, with LESSOR' s prior written consent, LESSEE holds possession of the Premises after the term of this Lease has expired, LESSEE shall become a tenant from month-to-month upon the terms and conditions herein specified; and LESSEE shall continue in possession of the Premises on said month-to-month basis until termination of the tenancy by either party hereto, preceded by 9 1 thirty ( 30) days ' written notice of such intention to terminate. 24. ADMINISTRATION BY LESSOR. Whenever LESSEE is required to secure the approval or consent of LESSOR under this Lease, LESSOR shall mean the Director of Community Services of LESSOR. However, at the option of the Director of Community Services of LESSOR, or the LESSEE, any such question may be referred to the City Council of CITY, whose decision thereon shall be final. 25. ENTIRE AGREEMENT. This Lease sets forth the entire agreement between the parties hereto. Modifications or additions to this Lease shall be considered valid only when mutually agreed upon by the parties hereto in writing. 26. INVALID PROVISIONS. In the event any term, covenant, condition, or provision herein contained is held invalid by any Court of competent jurisdiction, the invalidity of the same shall in no way affect any other term, covenant, condition, or provision herein contained, provided that the validity of any such term, covenant, condition, or provision does not materially prejudice either LESSOR or LESSEE in their respective rights and obligations contained in the valid terms, covenants, conditions, and provisions of this Lease. 27. ATTORNEY FEES. In case suit or action is instituted to enforce any of the provisions of this Lease, the prevailing party therein shall be entitled to attorney fees and other sums as may be adjudged reasonable and necessary at trial and on appeal. 28. BINDING ON SUCCESSORS. All terms, covenants, conditions, and provisions of this Lease shall extend to and be binding upon the successors and assigns of 10 the parties hereto. 29. TIME OF ESSENCE. Time is of the essence of this Lease, and of each and every provision thereof . 30. CEQA. It has been determined that this matter is categorically exempt from the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have executed this Lease in the presence of their respective officers duly authorized in that behalf on the days and year set forth below. CITY OF REDDING i Dated: 1992 By: CHARLIE MOSS, Mayor Dated: S-" , 1992 THE SHASTA COUNTY ARTS COUNCIL i � 3 Presiders of 13oard of Directors By: Executive Director ATTEST: FORM APPROVED: CONNIE STROHMAYER, City Clerk RANDALL A. HAYS, City Attorney 11 EXHIBIT A ALL THAT REAL PROPERTY MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: ALL THAT PORTION OF LOTS 11 AND 12, BLOCK 15, OLD PLATS, PAGE 55, WITHIN SECTION 11 OF THE P .B. READING GRANT, CONTAINING 1400 SQUARE FEET. r EXHIBIT B EUREKA WAY F-1 > r � � m OLD PLATS PG. 55 � BLOCK 15 z cf) LOTS 1 1 112 D uo+ 140' SHASTA ST 0 0 0 0 ^ 140' ^ 15 TEHAMA ST MALL z D ci) F� FUND=NG AGREEMENT IIS THIS AGREEMENT is made and entered into as of the 1st day of July, 1992, by and between the CITY OF REDDING, a Municipal Corporation and General Law City, hereinafter referred to as "CITY, " and THE SHASTA COUNTY ARTS COUNCIL, a Non-profit i I Corporation duly organized and existing under and by virtue of jthe laws of the State of California, hereinafter referred to as "ARTS COUNCIL" : W I T N E S S E T H: ,i WHEREAS, the City Council of CITY is empowered by the Government Code of the State of California to appropriate and expend money from CITY funds for furtherance of the CITY; and WHEREAS, CITY has no organized means of its own for conducting the systematic expenditure of such funds so that the CITY may receive the utmost benefit therefrom; and WHEREAS, the ARTS COUNCIL, with its large number of volunteer members, is dedicated to serving the best interests of the CITY and is well able to promote and involve the community in the Arts, through which the CITY and its citizens benefit; NOW, THEREFORE, IT IS AGREED by and between the parties �i hereto as follows: 1. The term of this Agreement shall be one year, commencing July 1, 1992, and ending June 30, 1993 . 2 . The ARTS COUNCIL hereby agrees, during the term of this Agreement: ( a) To involve the community in the Arts by acting as a catalyst and leader for artistic expression and cultural growth in Shasta County; (b) To continue its efforts in providing arts representation on committees and participation in CITY- wide events; i (c) To work cooperatively for arts promotion and advocacy; and (d) To reach more citizens with the Arts. It is further agreed that the Old City Hall Arts Center will jbe maintained as a focal point in this area--an asset to the community by its historical significance and contribution to the quality of life--with a continual variety of exhibits, concerts, theatrical performances, and art events taking place therein. 3. To partially offset the costs of the ARTS COUNCIL in performing the above-mentioned services in the Redding Area, CITY agrees to pay the ARTS COUNCIL, for fiscal year 1992-93, the sum of Twenty Thousand Seven Hundred Dollars ( $20,700.00) , to be paid as follows: $10, 350. 00 upon approval of this Agreement by the City Council of CITY and processing for payment; and $10, 350.00 on January 1, 1993 . It is specifically agreed between the parties hereto that any funds paid by CITY to the ARTS COUNCIL shall be used solely I for its costs in providing the services set forth in paragraph 2 of this Agreement; that this provision of funding from CITY is a one-time-only grant; and that the provision of funding to the ARTS COUNCIL under this Agreement constitutes no commitment nor intent of CITY to provide future funding or assistance. The ARTS COUNCIL agrees to seek and obtain additional contributions, donations, grants, and subsidies from federal, state, and county governments, and residents of the community. It is also anticipated by the parties hereto that the patrons and board members of The Shasta County Arts Council will, individually and from time-to-time, donate their services under the direction of the President of the Board to assist as volunteers in the functioning of the multi-media Old City Hall Arts Center. 4. CITY also agrees to assist the ARTS COUNCIL by providing personnel from the Community Services Department to perform the following services: (a) theater technical work at the Old City Hall Art Center; 2 I i ,I (b) house management, namely an event coordinator during events at the Old City Hall Art Center; and (c) typesetting and printing of the ARTS COUNCIL' s bi- monthly newsletter and calendar. 5. If , upon the completion of the term of this Agreement, j funds advanced by CITY to the ARTS COUNCIL remain unexpended, the ARTS COUNCIL shall return the unexpended funds to CITY within thirty ( 30 ) days after the expiration of the term hereof , or make a request to CITY in writing to retain said funds. The request shall be submitted to the Director of Finance of CITY, and must be received by her no later than thirty ( 30) days after the j expiration of the term hereof. Said request shall be acted upon by CITY. 6. The ARTS COUNCIL further agrees that it will: (a) Submit a budget summary statement of its projected income and expenses to the Director of Finance of CITY j prior to acceptance of this Agreement by City Council; (b) Submit a budget summary statement of its actual income and expenses at the end of the CITY' s fiscal year ending June 30, 1992, to the Director of Finance of CITY; and (c) Keep a full and complete account of its use of the funds received from CITY, and make such accounting available to CITY upon request. 'i 7 . The ARTS COUNCIL further agrees that no later than thirty ( 3 0) days prior to the expiration of the term hereof, it will provide the following to CITY: ( a) A statement outlining its income and expenditures relating to its operations during the term of this jl Agreement; (b) A statement outlining how it utilized the grant funds provided by the CITY under this Funding Agreement; and '4 (c) A report concerning the previous 12 months of activities and events of the ARTS COUNCIL, relative to meeting the goals and services to be performed as set 'j 3 i i d • • forth in paragraph 2 of this Agreement. 8 . A further condition of this Agreement is that one indi- vidual designated by the City Council of CITY and one individual designated by the Redding Museum of Art and History shall serve as members of the Board of Directors of the ARTS COUNCIL. ! 9 . The ARTS COUNCIL shall be responsible for making the Old City Hall Arts Center open to the public an average of twenty ( 20 ) hours per week minimum during the term of this Agreement. 10. No member of the City Council, nor of any board, and no officer or employee of CITY shall be or become, directly or indirectly, financially interested in this Agreement or the j above-mentioned services to be performed by the ARTS COUNCIL. 11. In providing its services, the ARTS COUNCIL will act as an independent contractor; and no officer or employee of the ARTS COUNCIL will be deemed to be an officer or employee of CITY for any purpose. 12. This Agreement is granted upon the express condition i that CITY shall be free from any and all liability and claims for it damages for personal injury, death, or property damage in any way connected with the services to be performed hereunder by the ARTS COUNCIL, including claims of the ARTS COUNCIL, its officers, agents, employees, and members. The ARTS COUNCIL shall indemnify, save harmless, and defend CITY, its officers, officials, employees, agents, and volunteers, from any and all liability, loss, cost, or obligation on account of or arising out of any such injury, death, or loss caused by the negligence or ! other legal fault of the ARTS COUNCIL or its officers, agents, i employees, and members. 13 . The ARTS COUNCIL shall procure and maintain for the duration of this Agreement the following insurance against claims for injuries to persons or damages to property which may arise from or in connection with the performance of the work hereunder by the ARTS COUNCIL, its officers, officials, employees, agents, and volunteers. The cost of such insurance shall be borne by the ARTS COUNCIL. I 4 Minimum Scope of Insurance Coverage shall be at least as broad as: 1. Insurance Services Office Commercial General Liability coverage (occurrence form CG 0001) . Claims-made form is also acceptable. 2. Workers ' Compensation insurance as required by the State of California and Employers ' Liability Insurance. Minimum Limits of Insurance The ARTS COUNCIL shall maintain limits no less than: 1 . General Liability: $500, 000 per occurrence for bodily injury, personal injury, and property damage. If Commercial General Liability Insurance or other form with a general aggregate limit is used, the general aggregate limit shall be twice the required occurrence limit. 2. Employer' s Liability: $500,000 per accident for bodily injury or disease. Deductibles and Self-Insured Retentions Any deductibles or self-insured retentions must be declared to and approved by the City. At the option of the City, either: ') the insurer shall reduce or eliminate such deductibles or self- insured retentions as respects the City, its officers, officials, li employees, agents, and volunteers; or the ARTS COUNCIL shall procure a bond guaranteeing payment of losses and related investigations, claims administration, and defense expenses. i d, Other Insurance Provisions i The general liability policy is to contain, or be endorsed to contain, the following provisions: 1 . The City, its officers, officials, employees, agents, and volunteers are to be covered as insureds as respects: liability arising out of activities performed by or on behalf of the ARTS COUNCIL; products and completed operations of the ARTS COUNCIL; premises owned, occupied, or used by the ARTS COUNCIL. The y coverage shall contain no special limitations of the j scope of protection afforded to the City, its officers, officials, employees, agents, or volunteers. 2. The ARTS COUNCIL' s insurance coverage shall be primary insurance as respects the City, its officers, 'I 5 officials, employees, agents, and volunteers. Any insurance or self-insurance maintained by the City, its officers, officials, employees, agents, or volunteers shall be excess of the ARTS COUNCIL' s insurance and shall not contribute with it. 3 . Any failure to comply with reporting or other provisions of the policies, including breaches of warranties, shall not affect coverage provided to the City, its officers, officials, employees, agents, or volunteers. 4 . The ARTS COUNCIL' s insurance shall apply separately to each insured against whom claim is made or suit is brought, except with respect to the limits of the insurer' s liability. I 5. Each insurance policy required by this clause shall be endorsed to state that coverage shall not be suspended, voided, cancelled by either party, reduced in coverage or in limits except after thirty ( 30) days' prior written notice has been given to City. j Acceptability of Insurers Insurance is to be placed with insurers with a current A.M. Best' s rating of no less than A:VII . Verification of Coverage j The ARTS COUNCIL shall furnish the City with Certificates of Insurance and original endorsements effecting coverage required by this clause. The endorsements are to be signed by a person j authorized by that insurer to bind coverage on its behalf. All endorsements are to be received and approved by the City prior to ' July 1, 1992, the commencement date hereunder. 14. The ARTS COUNCIL shall at all times during the term of this Agreement comply with all legal requirements, including any applicable federal, state, county, or city regulations, and shall secure, at its full cost and expense, any and all permits, applications, or other requirements in connection therewith. d 15. In the event the ARTS COUNCIL violates the provisions of this Agreement for any reason other than the occurrence of circumstances over which it can exercise no effective control, and such violation shall not be cured or remedied within thirty ( 30) days after written notice thereof by CITY, in addition to 6 any other remedies provided for in this Agreement CITY shall have the right to terminate this Agreement by written notice duly served upon the ARTS COUNCIL. 16. Any notices or demands that may be given by either party hereunder shall be deemed to have been fully and properly given when made in writing, enclosed in a sealed envelope, and deposited in the United States Post Office, certified mail, postage prepaid, addressed as follows: To CITY c/o City Manager, 760 Parkview Avenue, Redding, California 96001-3396; and to the ARTS COUNCIL at 1313 Market Street, Redding, California 96001. 17. It has been determined that this matter is not subject to the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have executed this 'i Funding Agreement in the presence of their respective officers duly authorized in that behalf on the days and year set forth below. 'I CITY OF REDDING Dated: 1992 By: CHARLIE MOSS, Mayor THE SHASTA COUN'T'Y ARTS COUNCIL By: L✓/ ��� ,� Dated: 1S� 1992 Presid' nt of Board of Directors By: Executive Director II ,i ATTEST: FORM APPROVED: CONNIE STROHMAYER, City Clerk RANDALL A. HAYS, City Attorney i 7 i