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HomeMy WebLinkAboutBilly Blues Band, LLC Musical Talent for Concerts on Broadway Professional Services Agreement PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT for MUSICAL TALENT FOR CONCERTS ON BROADWAY This PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT for MUSICAL TALENT FOR CONCERTS ON BROADWAY ("Agreement") is made this 17thday of August , 2021 ("Effective Date"), by and between the City of Meridian, a municipal corporation organized under the laws of the State of Idaho ("City") and Billy Arnold, on behalf of Billy Blues Band, LLC, a limited liability company organized under the laws of the State of Idaho, whose address is 876 E. Monarch Street, Eagle, Idaho ("Promoter"). WHEREAS,the City desires that the plaza at Meridian City Hall serve as a place where members of the community can gather to enjoy downtown Meridian and to take part in the arts, and to that end, the Meridian Arts Commission is presenting Concerts on Broadway, a series of concerts to be held in the Meridian City Hall plaza("Event"); and WHEREAS,the Parties mutually desire to present, as part of Concerts on Broadway, the music of the Billy Blues Band, a seven-piece band specializing in the performance of blues and blues rock music; NOW, THEREFORE, for good and valuable consideration, the receipt and sufficiency of which is hereby acknowledged and agreed, and in consideration of the mutual promises and covenants herein contained, the Parties agree as follows: I. SCOPE OF SERVICES. A. Performance. The Billy Blues Band shall perform for the public approximately fifteen (15) songs, from 7:00 p.m. to at least 8:30 p.m., on Saturday, September 11, 2021, in the plaza at Meridian City Hall, at 33 E. Broadway, Meridian, Idaho, with one fifteen-minute break during this time. In case of inclement weather, the venue may be moved to an indoor location to be determined and agreed upon separately by the Parties. B. Sound system; set up and sound checks. City shall provide, set up, and operate any and all sound systems and equipment necessary to electronically amplify music and spoken announcements. City shall set up sound systems and/or related equipment by 5:00 p.m. on September 11, 2021, and the Billy Blues Band may rehearse and/or perform sound checks at that time. All set-up, rehearsal, and/or sound checks shall be completed by 6:30 p.m. C. Risers. If Promoter elects to use risers to elevate the musicians, Promoter shall provide and set up such risers, and shall utilize such materials necessary to protect City facilities from any and all damage therefrom. II. COMPENSATION. A. Total amount. City shall make total payment to Promoter for services rendered pursuant to this Agreement in the amount of two thousand dollars ($2,000.00). This payment shall constitute full compensation from City to Promoter and/or to the members of the Billy Blues Band for any and all services, costs, and expenses related to services performed under this Agreement. Promoter and/or the respective members of the Billy Blues Band shall be responsible for payment of any and all taxes due and owing for payment received under this Agreement. PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT- BILLY BLUES BAND CONCERTS ON BROADWAY PAGE I Of 5 B. Cancellation. City may, in City's sole discretion, cancel the Event and/or the Billy Blues Band's performance, for any reason, including,but not limited to, upon the order or advice of a governmental agency related to COVID-19 or other public health hazard. If City cancels the Event and/or the Billy Blues Band's performance: 1. On or prior to 5:00 p.m. on September 4, 2021: This Agreement shall be void, and neither Promoter nor the Billy Blues Band shall be entitled to payment or any other benefit hereunder. 2. Between 5:01 p.m. on September 4, 2021, and 1:00 p.m. on September 11, 2021: So long as the Billy Blues Band is present and prepared to provide services set forth in this Agreement at the time, date, and place, and in accordance with the terms set forth herein, City shall pay Promoter in the amount set forth herein, even if the Event, or any component thereof, is cancelled due to unforeseen events not caused by Promoter, the Billy Blues Band, or the members thereof. C. Method of payment. Following the September 11, 2021 performance, Promoter shall provide City with an invoice for the amount of two thousand dollars ($2,000.00) for services provided, which City shall pay within thirty(30) days of receipt thereof. Payment of all taxes and other assessments on such sums shall be the sole responsibility of Promoter. III.VENUE A. Plaza. City shall provide for the performance the outdoor plaza on the east side of Meridian City Hall, 33 E. Broadway, Meridian, Idaho ("venue"), which is an outdoor, open,public venue. Promoter shall be solely responsible for any and all measures necessary to protect equipment, instruments, and the Billy Blues Band members from damage due to weather and other conditions that do or may exist. B. Public venue. Promoter acknowledges that the venue is a public place and that all members of the public shall be invited to attend. To this end, the members of the Billy Blues Band shall perform such material and in such a manner as shall be appropriate for all ages, values, and sensibilities. Billy Blues Band's performance and attire shall not include language, attire, and/or behavior that is profane, sexual, violent, or discriminatory. C. City policy applies. Promoter and the Billy Blues Band shall comply with all City policies and codes applicable to use of City property and facilities, including, but not limited to,policies of the Meridian Parks and Recreation Department, and any requirements of the City Building Maintenance Technician, which requirements shall be reasonable and for the purpose of protecting City facilities and property. D. Photography and recording. City shall be authorized to photograph, record, video tape, reproduce, transmit, or disseminate, in or from the plaza, the performance solely for educational and public information purposes. City shall not be responsible for the actions of persons who are not under its employment or control. E. Merchandising. Promoter and/or the Billy Blues Band shall be authorized to sell albums and/or merchandising material at the performance, and may retain the proceeds of such sales. City requests that twenty percent(20%) of any proceeds from merchandise sold at the Event be voluntarily donated to the Meridian Arts Commission. Promoter and the Billy Blues Band shall be responsible for paying all sales and other taxes due and owing on the proceeds from merchandise sold. PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT—BILLY BLUES BAND,CONCERTS ON BROADWAY PAGE 2 of 5 IV.TERMS AND CONDITIONS A. Time of the essence. Promoter acknowledges that services provided under this Agreement shall be performed in a timely manner. The Parties acknowledge and agree that time is strictly of the essence with respect to this Agreement, and that the failure to timely perform any of the obligations hereunder shall constitute a breach of, and a default under, this Agreement by the party so failing to perform. B. Promotion of Event. City shall promote the performance in community promotional materials and avenues, including the City newsletter, City website, Meridian Parks &Recreation Department Activity Guide, and local media and event calendars. Promoter may undertake additional promotional activities at his own expense and effort, subject only to the limitations set forth herein. City hereby conveys to Promoter permission to use City's name in all forms and media and in all manners, without violation of City's respective rights of privacy or any other rights City may possess in connection with its role in the production of Concerts on Broadway, except that City's logo may not be used in any manner whatsoever without the express, written consent of the Mayor's Chief of Staff. To the extent practicable, Promoter shall be given the opportunity to review, for purposes of accuracy, and approve all promotional materials in advance of their publication,broadcast or dissemination. The band shall be listed as "Billy Blues Band" in all promotional materials that are created by City or within the City's control. C. Subcontracting or assignment of obligations. Promoter shall not subcontract or assign any of the obligations of Billy Blues Band under this Agreement related to or that may relate to the band's talent or expertise. Promoter may subcontract or assign obligations that do not require the band's artistic talent or expertise, including, but not limited to, such obligations as transport and set-up of special equipment and/or instruments. Any subcontractor or assignee shall be bound by all the terms and conditions of this Agreement. D. Non-waiver of breach. A waiver of any breach or default of any provision of this Agreement shall not be construed as a waiver of a breach of the same or any other provision hereof. E. Indemnification. Promoter shall, and hereby does, indemnify, save, and hold harmless the City and any and all of its employees, agents, volunteers, and/or elected officials from any and all losses, claims, and judgments for damages or injury to persons or property, and from any and all losses and expenses caused or incurred by Promoter and/or Billy Blues Band, their assistants, servants, agents, employees, guests, and/or business invitees, in connection with this Agreement or activities related thereto. Promoter and each member of Billy Blues Band acknowledge that provision of the services described hereunder presents risks, some of which are unknown, and do agree to assume all such known or unknown risks. F. Waiver. Except as to rights held under the terms of this Agreement, Promoter and each member of the Billy Blues Band shall, and hereby do, waive any and all claims and recourse against City, including the right of contribution for loss and damage to persons or property arising from, growing out of, or in any way connected with or incident the performance of this Agreement, whether such loss or damage may be attributable to known or unknown conditions, except for liability arising out of concurrent or sole negligence of City or its officers, agents or employees. G. Relationship of Parties. Promoter and each member of the Billy Blues Band is an independent contractor and is not an employee, agent,joint venturer, or partner of City. Nothing in this Agreement PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT- BILLY BLUES BAND CONCERTS ON BROADWAY PAGE 3 Of 5 shall be interpreted or construed as creating or establishing the relationship of employer and employee between Promoter or any member of the Billy Blues Band and City or any official, agent, or employee of City. Promoter and the Billy Blues Band shall retain the right to perform services for others during the term of this Agreement. H. Compliance with law. Throughout the course of this Agreement, Promoter and each member of the Billy Blues Band shall comply with any and all applicable federal, state, and local laws. I. Non-Discrimination. Throughout the course of this Agreement, neither Promoter nor any member of the Billy Blues Band shall discriminate against any person as to race, creed, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation or any physical, mental, or sensory handicap. J. Entire Agreement. This Agreement constitutes the entire understanding between the Parties. This Agreement supersedes any and all statements, promises, or inducements made by either party, or agents of either party, whether oral or written, whether previous to the execution hereof or contemporaneous herewith. The terms of this Agreement may not be enlarged, modified or altered except upon written agreement signed by both parties hereto. K. Costs and attorneys' fees. If either party brings any action or proceedings to enforce, protect or establish any right or remedy under the terms and conditions of this Agreement, the prevailing party shall be entitled to recover reasonable costs and attorneys' fees, as determined by a court of competent jurisdiction, in addition to any other relief awarded. L. Agreement governed by Idaho law. The laws of the State of Idaho shall govern the validity, interpretation,performance and enforcement of this Agreement. Venue shall be in the courts of Ada County, Idaho. M. Cumulative rights and remedies. All rights and remedies herein enumerated shall be cumulative and none shall exclude any other right or remedy allowed by law. Likewise, the exercise of any remedy provided for herein or allowed by law shall not be to the exclusion of any other remedy. N. Severability. If any provision of this Agreement is found by a court of competent jurisdiction to be illegal, invalid, or unenforceable, the remainder of this Agreement shall not be affected. O. Successors and assigns. All of the terms,provisions, covenants and conditions of this Agreement shall inure to the benefit of, and shall be binding upon, each party and their successors, assigns, legal representatives, heirs, executors, and administrators. P. Notice.Any and all notice required to be provided by either of the Parties hereto,unless otherwise stated in this Agreement, shall be in writing and shall be deemed communicated upon mailing by United States Mail, addressed as follows: City: Billy Blues Band: City Clerk Billy Blues Band, LLC City of Meridian 876 E. Monarch Street 33 E. Broadway Avenue Eagle, ID 83616 Meridian, Idaho 83642 Either party may change its address for the purpose of this section by giving written notice of such change in the manner herein provided. PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT—BILLY BLUES BAND,CONCERTS ON BROADWAY PAGE 4 of 5 Q. Warranty of authority. The undersigned expressly warrants that, to the extent set forth herein, he is duly authorized to act as the representative and agent of the Billy Blues Band and each and every member thereof. The undersigned further warrants that he is authorized to bind the Billy Blues Band and its members to the obligations set forth herein, and to accept the liabilities as established herein on behalf of the Billy Blues Band and its members. R. City Council approval required. The validity of this Agreement shall be expressly conditioned upon City Council action approving the Agreement. Execution of this Agreement by the persons referenced below prior to such ratification or approval shall not be construed as proof of validity in the absence of Meridian City Council approval. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have executed this Agreement on the Effective Date first written above. PROMOTER: Billy Arnold Billy Blues Band CITY OF MERIDIAN: BY: Attest: Robert E. Simison, Mayor 8-17-2021 Chris Johnson, City Clerk 8-17-2021 PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT- BILLY BLUES BAND CONCERTS ON BROADWAY PAGE 5 Of 5