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LEASE AND OPERATING AGREEMENT
This Agreement is made this �,W day of March, 2017, between the CITY OF OSHKOSH,
a municipal corporation located in Winnebago County, Wisconsin ("City") and the OSHKOSH
OPERA HOUSE FOUNDATION, INC., a Wisconsin not-for-profit corporation ("Foundation"),
as follows:
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WHEREAS, the City is the owner of certain property within its municipal boundaries
identified as the Grand Opera House located at 100 High Avenue, Oshkosh, WI; and
WHEREAS, the Oshkosh Opera House Foundation, Inc, is a not-for-profit corporation
created for the purposes: To preserve and expand the significance of the historic Grand Opera
House by maintaining a financially secure organization that serves the community by promoting
and enhancing the performing arts, social and related educational opportunities.
WHEREAS, the City and the Foundation have a mutual interest in the preservation and
successful operation of the Grand Opera House and both desire to benefit the Community by
operating the Opera House as an arts, culture and entertainment venue; and
WHEREAS, the Common Council for the City of Oshkosh via Resolution 17-
adopted on March 28, 2017 authorized the appropriate City officials to enter into this
Agreement with the Foundation for the Lease and Operation of the Grand Opera House.
NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual promises and covenants contained
herein and other good and valuable consideration, the receipt and sufficiency whereof is
acknowledged, the parties enter into the following Agreement.
AGREEMENT
ARTICLE I. PREMISES
Premises. The City shall lease to the Foundation and The Foundation shall operate according
to the terms and conditions set forth herein, the Grand Opera House, located at 100 High
Avenue, Oshkosh, Wisconsin.
ARTICLE II. TERM
The initial term of this Agreement shall be three (3) years beginning at 12:01 a.m. on July 1,
2017, and ending at 11:59 p.m. on June 30, 2020, for a rental fee of One Dollar ($1.00) per
year payable on or before the first day of each year of the lease term or subsequent renewal.
The Foundation may request renewal of this Agreement for additional terms by providing written
notice to the City of the request to renew not less than one hundred eighty (180) days prior to
the expiration of the then current term. The City and the Foundation may renew this Agreement
with such amendments and modifications that the parties may agree to in writing including the
length of term for each renewal period.
This Agreement is subject to termination before the expiration of the original term or any
extension term under the following circumstances:
i. By mutual agreement of the parties, at any time.
ii. At the sole discretion of the City, if the Foundation fails to perform any of
the Foundation's obligations under this Agreement or breaches the terms
of this Agreement and such failure is not cured within a reasonable time
after written notice from the City.
iii. At the sole discretion of the Foundation, if the City materially fails to perform
any of the City's obligations under this Agreement or breaches the terms of
this Agreement and such failure is not cured within a reasonable time after
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iv. At the sole discretion of the City, in the event of bankruptcy, insolvency, or
receivership of the Foundation.
v. Either Party may terminate this Agreement at any time by giving written
notice to the either party of the desire to terminate the Agreement at least
120 calendar days prior to the date of termination.
i In the event this Agreement is terminated, with or without cause, the City and Foundation shall
each be obligated to take such actions as may be reasonably necessary to ensure smooth
transition to a new operator for the premises.
ARTICLE 111. MANAGEMENT FEE / OTHER FUNDS
TO BE MADE AVAILABLE TO FOUNDATION
Management Fee. The City shall pay to the Foundation a Fixed Management Fee for each
operating year of this Agreement. For the Initial Term of this Agreement such fee shall be one
hundred fifty-eight thousand five hundred and no/100 dollars ($158,500.00) (this amount is
equal to $183,500.00 per year, less $25,000 per year, an amount offset against the amount
pledged by the Foundation in support of the Grand Opera House Roof Project as identified in
support of Resolution 09-343 adopted on August 25, 2009) paid in quarterly installments of
thirty-nine thousand six hundred twenty-five and no/100 dollars ($39,625.00). Payment to the
Foundation shall be made no later than the 15th day of third month for each quarter.
Foundation Income. The Foundation shall be entitled to all income from the following sources:
A. All performance and rehearsal income.
B. All concession income.
C. Equipment rentals.
D. Advertising revenue.
E. Donations and grants given to the Foundation directly or to a fund established on
behalf of the Grand Opera House Foundation at the Oshkosh Area Community
Foundation.
Other Grand Opera House Funds.All funds received by the City from third parties for the benefit
of the Grand Opera House operations or performances shall be timely transferred to the
Foundation. This provision shall not apply to funds which are given to the City in trust for the
benefit of the Grand Opera House building, but only to funds which are received by the City for
operations, performances, ordinary maintenance or other purposes which the Foundation is
undertaking to provide as a result of the Lease Agreement.
ARTICLE IV. PARTIES REPRESENTATIVES / NOTICES
City's Representative. The City's Representative for day to day management of this Agreement
shall be the General Services Manager for the City of Oshkosh, or any other person designated
by the City Manager.
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Foundation's Representative. The Foundation's representative for day to day management of
this Agreement shall be the Executive Director of the Grand Opera House Foundation.
Notices. All communications or notices required or permitted by this Agreement shall be in
writing and shall be deemed to have been given: (i) upon delivery to the person entitled to such
notice, if hand delivered, or (ii) two business days following deposit in the United States Mail,
postage prepaid, or with a nationally recognized overnight commercial carrier that will certify
as to the date and time of delivery, air bill prepaid, or(iii) upon transmission if by facsimile, any
such communication or notice shall be addressed as follows, unless and until any such party
notifies the other in accordance with this section of any change of address:
If to the City: City of Oshkosh
215 Church Avenue
Post Office Box 1130
Oshkosh, WI, 54903-1130
Attn: City Clerk
Facsimile No. 920-236-5039
With a copy to: City of Oshkosh
215 Church Avenue
Post Office Box 1130
Oshkosh, WI, 54903-1130
Attn: City Manager
If to the Foundation:Oshkosh Opera House Foundation
222 Pearl Avenue
Oshkosh, WI 54901
Attn: Joe Ferlo
Facsimile: 920-424-2357
With a copy to: Oshkosh Opera House Foundation
222 Pearl Avenue
Oshkosh, WI 54901
Attn: Chair of the Board of Directors
ARTICLE V. GENERAL OBLIGATIONS AND DUTIES OF THE FOUNDATION
Management Marketing, Promotion and Operation. The Foundation shall have the exclusive
right and obligation to manage, market, promote and operate the Grand Opera House.
Subject to the terms and conditions of this Agreement, the Foundation shall have full discretion
and control in all matters relating to the management and operation of the Grand Opera House.
The Foundation shall have the sole responsibility for booking performances and other events
at the Grand Opera House during the term of this Agreement, or any renewal thereof. The
Foundation shall adopt general rental policies, procedures and rates, all of which shall be
I approved on an annual basis by the Foundation Board and reported to the City. If any person
I or entity is given any booking, rates or treatment not consistent with policies, those shall be
approved by the GOHF Board, including the reasons for or consideration given for such
deviation and included in the next quarterly report to the City under Article IX of this agreement.
Reciprocal agreements between the Foundation and the partner arts organization(s) shall be
set forth in a written agreement between the organizations, and the terms of the agreement(s)
shall be approved by the Foundation Board of Directors and provided to the City.
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Any dates booked by the Foundation during the lease term or any extension thereof shall be
honored by City even in the event this Agreement is terminated prior to the normal termination
date of the Agreement or any subsequent term hereof.
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Required Permits and Licenses. The Foundation shall obtain all necessary permits and
licenses required for the operation of the Grand Opera House.
Employees and staff. In connection with these rights and obligations, the Foundation shall hire
an individual with experience in similar facilities to serve as a full-time general manager /
director of the Grand Opera House and such other support staff, including janitorial or private
cleaning services to maintain the facility, box office personnel, marketing and promotions
personnel and such other personnel or contractors as may be necessary to manage the
responsibilities of the Foundation under this Agreement.
The Foundation shall adopt Human Resources guidelines substantially consistent with City
policies including recruitment and selection of relatives, rejection of applications related to
immediate relatives, and conflict of interest. The policies as they relate to recruitment and
selection of relatives and rejection of applications related to immediate relatives shall apply to
the Grand Opera House Foundation Board and the general manager/director and shall apply
whether the persons are hired directly or indirectly as employees of the Grand Opera House
Foundation, independent contractors, or other contractual arrangement. The City does not
have the right to control work processes, however, in the event that the City notifies the
Foundation of any issues or concerns, or that the City desires the removal of any employee or
contractor and sets forth in such notice the reasons for such request, then the Foundation
agrees to meet with representatives of the City to discuss this matter and to attempt to resolve
the matter in a mutually p Y acceptable fashion. An decision to remove any employee or
contractor shall be made by the Foundation, however in making such decision the Foundation
agrees to act reasonably and to take into consideration the views expressed by the City, as
partners responsible for preserving the public trust.
Limitations on Offering Discounted or Complimentary Services. The Foundation shall not offer
or provide discounted or complimentary food or beverages, tickets, facility rentals, or other
services, that are not offered generally to the public or other donors or sponsors similarly
situated to the recipient, to any of its employees, board members, contractors or their
immediate family members.
Payment of Operating Expenses. The Foundation shall operate the Grand Opera House and
pay all of the expenses related to the operation of the facility, including utility expenses.
Maintenance and Upkeep. The Foundation shall provide for normal cleaning/care and upkeep
of the facility which shall generally include: cleaning of floors, shampooing of carpet on a
regular basis, window cleaning (interior and exterior); cleaning of other exterior surfaces (eg.
powerwashing, spider treatment); cleaning of other interior surfaces; removal of interior waste,
rubbish and recyclables; replacing lights as needed; and day to day operation of HVAC system.
The Foundation shall be responsible to keep the building secure. The Foundation may, at its
discretion, complete incidental building repairs less than $1000, consistent with all applicable
I building codes and regulations, which pose an immediate threat to the Foundation's ability to
conduct its operations. Any incidental building repairs will not proceed without first obtaining
the written consent of the City, whose consent shall not be unreasonably withheld.
Rubbish/Sweeping of.Sidewalks. The Foundation shall be responsible for the removal of dust,
debris, and rubbish from exterior walkways and sidewalks adjacent to the facility.
Changes or alterations to the Building by the Foundation. The Foundation shall not make
structural changes or alterations to the exterior of the building or to the interior designs,
furnishings, fixtures and/or decorating without first obtaining the written consent of the City,
whose consent shall not be unreasonably withheld. The Foundation shall not install or cause
to be installed or erected on the premises any signs, antennas or other equipment or device
that is affixed to the structure or visible to the public(excepting such equipment, props, or other
temporary structures which are normal and customary for performances/events and which are
designed for installation and use in such a facility and which cause no damage to such facility)
without the prior written consent of the City, which consent shall not be unreasonably withheld.
No liens or encumbrances to be created. The Foundation shall not allow any liens or
encumbrances to be created upon the premises without the express consent of the City.
Ownership of Fixtures and Improvements made to Premises by Foundation. Any structural
additions, mechanical systems or fixtures to the premises previously made or made at any time
in the future shall become a part of the premises and the property of the City upon Termination
of this Agreement. Responsibilities for care and maintenance of any additions or fixtures shall
be the same as for other property and fixtures provided herein, that is, generally the Foundation
shall be responsible for routine maintenance and cleaning and the City shall become
responsible for repair and replacement as specified in Article VI below.
Permission Required for Contract/Agreement that may extend beyond Termination of this
Agreement. The Foundation shall obtain prior approval of the City before entering into any
contract, except for bookings as provided above, with a term that extends beyond the Term of
this Agreement, unless such contract, by its express terms, can be terminated by the City
following the expiration of this Agreement without penalty to the City.
ARTICLE VI. GENERAL OBLIGATIONS AND DUTIES OF THE CITY
Structural and Mechanical Systems Repairs. Except for those items identified above as the
responsibility of the Foundation, the City shall be responsible for all maintenance and repairs
of the Grand Opera House structure and building mechanical systems, including: maintenance,
repair and replacement of the structure, HVAC equipment and building mechanical systems;
maintenance/repair/replacement of emergency generator; repair of floors, recarpeting (based
upon need relative to wear and tear); repair of broken windows; repair/replacement of wall
coverings, ceiling panels, and repainting of walls (based upon need relative to wear and tear);
HVAC system maintenance and care, including inspections and preventative maintenance;
Elevator maintenance, repair and replacement, including inspections and preventative
maintenance; maintenance, repair and replacement of the building fire suppression systems,
including inspections and preventative maintenance and fire extinguisher inspection and
maintenance; maintenance, repair and replacement of hardware/fixtures attached to the
premises, including plumbing and lighting fixtures.
Snow Shoveling and Ice Removal. The City shall be responsible for the removal of snow and
ice from exterior walkways and sidewalks adjacent to the facility.
Right of Inspection. The City shall have the right to enter the premises for the purpose of
inspection at any reasonable time or times during the term of this Agreement, provided
however, that such inspections shall not unreasonably interfere with the Foundation's use and
occupancy of the premises.
ARTICLE VII. FURNISHINGS, FIXTURES AND EQUIPMENT
Operating Systems and Equipment. All equipment, furniture, furnishings and apparatus
presently located in the Grand Opera House constitutes property of the Foundation or its
contractors, except for the equipment which is owned by the City of Oshkosh and is included
under this Lease Agreement to the Foundation as described in Exhibit A. If the Foundation
determines that any of system or equipment owned by the City is in need of repair or
replacement, the Foundation shall work with the City to determine whether the City will repair
or replace the system or equipment or whether the Foundation will repair or replace the
equipment. Any City property or equipment which is no longer necessary for the operation of
the facility shall be disposed of in accordance with the City's ordinances and policies governing
the disposal of surplus property. Such disposal shall be requested in writing to the City and
removal of such property or equipment shall be completed by the City within 60 days of the
date of the written request. Foundation shall follow City procedures and timelines for
requesting any system or equipment replacement for the benefit of the Grand Opera House.
Annual Inventory. The Foundation shall work with the City to provide an in-depth facility
inspection and inventory report each year. The report shall include an inventory of all City
property and shall identify any items, areas or conditions that may require consideration for the
following year's City of Oshkosh Grand Opera House Operating Budget or future City of
Oshkosh Capital Improvement Budget. The Foundation's report will be submitted to the City
by June 30th of each year and will include both interior and exterior building components,
equipment, systems and furnishings.
ARTICLE VIII. INSURANCE, HOLD HARMLESS AND INDEMNIFICATION
Property Insurance. The City shall provide property insurance covering the building and City
owned contents. The Foundation shall be responsible to provide property insurance on
property owned by the Foundation and shall provide property insurance or shall ensure that
appropriate insurance is provided covering any equipment leased by the Foundation.
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I Liability Insurance. The City shall provide commercial general liability insurance covering the
City, its officers, council members, agents, employees and authorized volunteers.
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The Foundation shall provide commercial general liability insurance in at least the amount of
$1,000,000 per occurrence covering its officers, employees, volunteers and agents, and
r listing the City of Oshkosh, and its officers, council members, agents, employees and
authorized volunteers as additional insureds under the policy.
Intellectual Property Rights -- Hold Harmless and Indemnification. The Foundation shall
comply and shall ensure that any person or entity it contracts with shall comply fully with any
and all local, state, and federal laws, regulations, rules, constitutional provisions, common laws,
and rights of others applicable to the reproduction or performance of proprietary or copyrighted
materials and works of third parties (the "Works"), and to the protection of the intellectual
property rights associated with such Works. The Foundation shall indemnify, defend, protect
and hold harmless the City, its officers, council members, agents, employees and authorized
volunteers from all and any manner of Losses arising from the use of proprietary intellectual
property of third parties (whether such claims are actual or threatened) under the copyright or
other laws of the United States. The foregoing indemnity shall apply regardless of the means
of publication or performance, and shall include specifically and without limitation the use of
recordings, audio broadcasts, video broadcasts, Works on other magnetic media, sounds or
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images transmitted via the worldwide web, chat rooms, webcast, or on-line service providers,
satellite or cable, and all other publication or performance means whatsoever, whether now
known or developed after the date of this Agreement.
Hold Harmless and Indemnification. Subject to any limitations contained in Secs. 893.80,
893.83, 345.05, and any similar statute, of the Wisconsin Statutes, the City of Oshkosh agrees
to hold The Foundation, its officers, officials, employees and agents harmless from any and all
liability, including claims, demands, losses, costs, damages, and expenses of every kind and
description (including death), or damages to person or property arising out of the terms of this
Agreement where such liability is founded upon or grows out of the acts or omission of any of
the City's officers, employees, volunteers or agents while acting within the scope of their
employment.
The Foundation agrees to hold the City of Oshkosh, its officers, officials, employees and agents
harmless from any and all liability, including claims, demands, losses, costs, damages, and
expenses of every kind and description (including death), or damages to person or property
arising out of the terms of this Agreement where such liability is founded upon or grows out of
the acts or omission of any of The Foundation's officers, employees, volunteers or agents while
acting within the scope of their employment.
Nothing contained within this agreement is intended to be a waiver or estoppel of the ability of
the contracting municipality or its insurer to rely upon the limitations, defenses, and immunities
contained within Wisconsin law, including those contained within Wisconsin Statues §§ 893.80,
895.52, and 345.05 and that such damage limits, caps and immunities shall be used to govern
all disputes, contractual or otherwise, as they apply to the parties, their agents, officers and
employees. To the extent that indemnification is available and enforceable, the municipality or
its insurer shall not be liable in indemnity or contribution for an amount greater than the limits
of liability for municipal claims established by Wisconsin Law.
It is the intention of the parties to this Agreement that each party shall be solely responsible for
its own actions and activities and the actions and activities of its own officers, employees and
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agents while acting within the scope of their employment.
ARTICLE IX. REPORTS, FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AND AUDITS
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The Foundation shall keep and maintain, at the Grand Opera House facility or its business
offices separate and independent records, in accordance with generally accepted accounting
principles, devoted exclusively to its operations in connection with its management of the
premises. Such records, including books, ledgers, journals and accounts, whether kept in
written format or electronically, shall contain all entries reflecting the business operations of the
Foundation under this Agreement. The City shall have the right to audit and inspect all such
records upon reasonable notice.
Quarterly Reports. The Foundation shall provide to the City no later than the end of the month
following the quarter being reported upon, a quarterly report including a detailed statement of
financial position, aging report on accounts receivable, a detailed statement of activities, and
sales ledger reflective of all events hosted at the Grand facility. The Foundation shall also
provide a summary of the number and types of events held, actual and anticipated attendance
for each event, and separate cash and disbursement details including whether the event
received any booking, treatment or rates in deviation from adopted policies and if so, the
reasons therefore,for each event held for the same period covered within the quarterly financial
report.
Audit. The Foundation shall provide to the City one hundred fifty (150) days following the end
of each operating year an audited financial report and management communications, prepared
by a certified public accountant, on the accounts and records as kept by the Foundation. Costs
associated with providing the audit shall be the responsibility of the Foundation. Such audit
shall be performed by an external auditor approved by the City Director of Finance and shall
be conducted in accordance with generally accepted auditing standards.
Cooperation with City Audit and/or Litigation. The Foundation shall fully and completely
cooperate with the City, the City's insurer, the City's attorneys, the City's Auditors or other
representative of the City (collectively, the "City" for purposes of this Article) in connection with
(a) any internal or governmental investigation or administrative, regulatory, arbitral or judicial
proceeding (collectively "Litigation") or internal or governmental Audit, with respect to matters
relatingto this Agreement; other than a third art proceeding in which the Foundation is a
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named party and the Foundation and the City have not entered into a mutually acceptable joint
defense agreement.
Such cooperation may include, but shall not be limited to, responding to requests for documents
and/or other records, and making the Foundation's employees available to the City (or their
respective insurers, attorneys or auditors) upon reasonable notice for: (i) interviews, factual
investigations, and providing declarations or affidavits that provide truthful information in
connection with any Litigation or Audit; (ii) appearing at the request of the City to give testimony
without requiring service of a subpoena or other legal process; (iii) volunteering to the City all
pertinent information related to any Litigation or Audit; and (iv) providing information and legal
representations to auditors in a form and within a timeframe requested.
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The City shall reimburse the Foundation for reasonable direct expenses incurred in connection
with providing documents and records required under this paragraph and may require, at the
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City's sole discretion, such expenses to be documented by receipts or other appropriate
documentation. Reasonable direct expenses include costs, such as copying, postage and
€ similar costs; but do not include wages, salaries, benefits and other employee compensation.
ARTICLE X. RECORDS
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All records of the Foundation pertaining to the management and operation of the Grand Opera
House including any document related to this agreement, whether in electronic or paper form,
is considered a public record and shall be provided to the City upon request. Records shall be
maintained for a minimum of seven (7) years. Upon termination all records shall be turned
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In the event of a public records request pertaining to this Agreement or the Foundation's
operations hereunder, the Foundation shall provide the requested records and may provide the
City with an explanation of why they believe any document should not be released to the public.
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The City shall make all final determinations regarding the existence or release of any document
related to this agreement.
ARTICLE XI. USE OF NAMES/LOGOS
The Foundation shall include or cause to be included in all programs and brochures an
acknowledgment that the Grand Opera House Facility is owned by and receives financial
support from the City of Oshkosh. The Foundation shall have the right to use and permit others
to use for no charge, the name and any logos owned by the City of Oshkosh pertaining to the
Grand Opera House Facility, as well as the official logo of the City of Oshkosh for this purpose.
The Foundation shall take all prudent and appropriate measures to protect the intellectual
property rights of the City relating to such logos.
ARTICLE XII. USE BY THE CITY
Subject to availability, the City shall have the right to use the Grand Opera House or any part
thereof rent-free for meetings, seminars, training or other non-commercial uses, provided that
the City shall reimburse the Foundation for any out-of-pocket expenses incurred by the
Foundation (such as the cost of support personnel, any additional costs for maintenance or
janitorial staff, et-up or take-down expenses, equipment rental, etc...) in connection with such
use. Upon request of the City, the Foundation shall provide to the City a list of available dates
for City use.
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ARTICLE XIII. MISCELLANEOUS PROVISIONS
Authority to Enter into Agreement. The Foundation hereby represents,warrants and covenants
that it has the full legal right, power and authority to enter into this Agreement and to grant the
rights and perform the obligations of the Foundation as herein enumerated.
Entire Agreement. This Agreement constitutes all of the agreements and understandings of
whatsoever nature or kind existing between the parties with respect to the subject matter
hereof.
Modifications to Agreement. This agreement cannot be changed or modified except in writing
and signed by the duly authorized agents of the parties.
Successors Bound. The Agreement shall be binding upon and inure to the benefit of the City,
its successors and assigns, and shall be binding upon and inure to the benefit of the
Foundation, its successors and assigns; provided, however, any assignment by the Foundation
shall be subject to the written consent of the City. Any sale or transfer of the Grand Opera
House by the City shall be made subject to the terms of this agreement.
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No third party beneficiaries. Notwithstanding any provision to the contrary, it is agreed that
none of the obligations contained in the Agreement shall run to or be enforceable by any other
party than the parties to this Agreement.
No partnership or ioint venture Nothing contained in this Agreement shall constitute or be
construed to be or create a partnership or joint venture among the parties.
Headings. Headings contained in this Agreement are for convenience of reference only and
are not intended to define, limit or describe the scope or intent of any provisions of this
Agreement.
Counterparts. This Agreement may be executed in several counterparts, each of which shall
be deemed an original, but such counterparts shall together constitute but one in the same
Agreement. Facsimile signatures shall be deemed original signatures for all purposes of this
Agreement.
Severability. If any term, covenant, condition or provisions of this Agreement shall be invalid
or unenforceable, the remainder of this Agreement shall not be affected thereby, and each
term, covenant, condition and provision shall be valid and be enforced to the fullest extent
permitted by law.
No Waiver. Failure of either party to insist upon the strict performance of the terms and
provisions of this agreement, or any of them, shall not constitute or be construed as a waiver
or relinquish of that party's right to thereafter enforce such term or provision, and that term or
provision shall continue in full force and effect.
Non-Discrimination. The Operator agrees not to discriminate in its operations under this
Agreement on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, creed, age, disability, gender,
or on any other basis prohibited by law. A breach of this covenant may be regarded as a
material breach of this Agreement
Force Maieure. Neither party shall be liable or responsible to the other party for any delay,
loss, damage, failure or inability to perform under this Agreement due to an event of Force
Majeure, including but not limited to by reason of fire, earthquake, war, terrorist act, flood, riot,
strikes, labor disputes or shortages, government restrictions, judicial order, public emergency,
or other causes beyond the reasonable control of the party, provided that the party claiming
failure or inability to perform provides written notice to the other party within ten (10) days of
the date on which the party gains actual knowledge of such event of force majeure.
Governinq Law. The laws of the State of Wisconsin shall govern the interpretation and
construction of this Agreement. Winnebago County shall be the venue for all disputes arising
under this Agreement.
Joint Drafting. This Agreement is the product of negotiation between the parties hereto and no
term, covenant or provision herein or the failure to include a term, covenant or provision shall
be construed against any party hereto solely on the basis that one party or the other drafted
this Agreement or any term, covenant or condition contained herein.
Option for Alternative Dispute Resolution. Upon mutual consent of the parties to this
Agreement, which consent any party can withhold in its sole discretion, the parties can agree
to submit disputes arising under this Agreement to alternative dispute resolution.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have executed or caused this Agreement to be
executed by their officers thereunto duly authorized, all as of the day and year first written
above.
CITY OF OSHKOSH OSHKOSH OPERA HOUSE
FOUNDATION, INC.
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A. Rohloff, City Manager jKrank Tower, Chair
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Pamela R. Ubrig, City Cf4rk Jbnna Golem, Secretary
Certification:
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Trena Larson, Finance Director
Approved:
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