HomeMy WebLinkAboutMeridian Library District Memorandum of Agreement for Design and Installation of Murals MEMORANDUM OF AGREEMENT
BETWEEN MERIDIAN LIBRARY DISTRICT AND CITY OF MERIDIAN
FOR DESIGN AND INSTALLATION OF MURAL
This MEMORANDUM OF AGREEMENT BETWEEN MERIDIAN LIBRARY
DISTRICT AND CITY OF MERIDIAN FOR DESIGN AND INSTALLATION OF MURAL
("Agreement"), is made and entered into this 1 St day of March , 2022
("Effective Date"), by and between the City of Meridian, a municipal corporation organized
under the laws of the State of Idaho ("City"), and the Meridian Library District, a public library
district organized under the laws of the State of Idaho ("MLD") (collectively, "Parties").
WHEREAS,the Parties mutually desire to foster a vibrant community, establish a sense
of place and local identity, attract visitors to downtown Meridian, and beautify public spaces;
WHEREAS,to that end, City intends to dedicate funds for the design and installation of
a public art mural at 722 E. 2nd Street, in Meridian, Idaho, Ada County parcel no. R5672000870
("Property"); specifically, on the south-facing exterior wall of the building;
WHEREAS,MLD owns the Property, and has agreed to make the south-facing exterior
wall of the building available to the City for the installation of a public art mural ("Mural"), by
an artist to be selected by and under contract with City ("Artist");
WHEREAS,the Parties seek by this Agreement to memorialize the process by which the
mural will be installed, establish the terms and conditions of City's investment in this
partnership, and establish each Party's expectations for the design, installation, ownership,
maintenance, and longevity of the mural;
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.MLD's RESPONSIBILITIES
A. Public Art Easement. At the time specified in the process set forth in Exhibit A, MLD shall
convey to City a Public Art Easement, as set forth in the Public Art Easement Agreement
attached hereto as Exhibit B, for the installation of the Mural at Property. By signing this
Agreement, MLD acknowledges and agrees that City will, in reliance on MLD's covenant to
convey the Public Art Easement, engage the Artist to design and install Mural, a public art
installation custom-designed specifically for installation on the south-facing exterior wall of
the building at Property. Prior to execution of this Agreement, MLD shall carefully review
the Public Art Easement Agreement set forth in Exhibit B, shall consult MLD's legal counsel
regarding same, and shall fully negotiate all terms of the Public Art Easement prior to the
execution of this Agreement. MLD's execution of this Agreement shall signify MLD's
covenant to execute the Public Art Easement Agreement in the form set forth in Exhibit B.
If, following the execution of this Agreement, MLD declines to execute the Public Art
Easement Agreement exactly as set forth in Exhibit B, MLD shall reimburse City for all
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expenses incurred and obligations made by City in reliance on MLD's commitment to
execute same, including, but not limited to, any and all amounts paid to Artist for design
and/or installation of the Mural at Property.
B. MLD Contact. MLD shall designate an individual to serve as MLD Contact, which
individual shall consult with City and Artist throughout the design and installation of the
Mural, and shall be authorized to make decisions on behalf of MLD related to design and
installation of the Mural.
C. Process. MLD has reviewed, acknowledges, understands, and agrees to participate in the
partnership process generally as set forth in Exhibit A hereto.
I.CITY'S RESPONSIBILITIES.
A. City Contact. City shall designate an individual to serve as City Contact, which individual
shall consult and liaise with MLD and Artist throughout the design and installation of the
Mural, and shall be authorized to make decisions on behalf of City related to design and
installation of the Mural.
B. Manage process. City shall manage and participate as needed in the public-private mural
partnership process generally as set forth in Exhibit A hereto.
C. Agreements, resolution. City shall:
1. Prepare, and with Artist negotiate and execute, a master agreement with the Artist
establishing terms and conditions of services to be provided in the design and installation
of public art murals, which agreement shall be generally in the form as set forth in
Exhibit C hereto.
2. Prepare, and with Artist negotiate and execute, a task order with the Artist for the design
of the Mural to be installed at Property, which agreement shall be generally in the form as
set forth in Exhibit D hereto.
3. Prepare, and with Artist negotiate and execute, a task order with the Artist for the
installation of the Mural at Property, which agreement shall be generally in the form as
set forth in Exhibit E hereto.
4. Prior to the execution of this Agreement, negotiate and finalize with MLD, the agreed-
upon terms of the Public Art Easement Agreement which agreement shall be in the
specific form and contain the specific content as set forth in Exhibit B, and, following
execution of the task order for installation of the Mural, shall attach such installation task
order to the Public Art Easement Agreement as an exhibit thereto. Following the Parties'
execution of the Public Art Easement Agreement and attachment of the installation task
order as an exhibit thereto, City shall record the Public Art Easement against the
Property.
5. Prepare and, with Artist, negotiate and execute, Mural acceptance agreement establishing
terms and conditions of City's acceptance of final Mural, which agreement shall be
generally in the form as set forth in Exhibit F hereto. City shall prepare the City Council
resolution signifying City's approval of the Mural as installed.
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Except insofar as may be specifically established therein, MLD shall not be a party or third
party beneficiary to these agreements.
III.GENERAL PROVISIONS.
A. City and MLD Contacts. The Parties hereby designate the following individuals to serve as
the City Contact and MLD Contact, respectively:
City Contact: MLD Contact:
Cassandra Schiffler, Arts & Culture Coordinator Nick Grove, Assistant Director
cschiffler@meridiancity.org nick@mld.org
208-884-5533 (208) 888-4451
B. Notice. Communication between City Contact and MLD Contact may occur via e-mail or
telephone. All other notices required to be given by either of the Parties hereto shall be in
writing and be deemed communicated when personally served, or mailed in the United States
mail, addressed as follows:
If to City: If to MLD:
City Clerk, City of Meridian Gretchen Caserotti, Director
33 E. Broadway Avenue Meridian Library District
Meridian, Idaho 83642 1326 W. Cherry Lane
Meridian ID 83642
C. Term. This Agreement begins immediately upon the Effective Date and shall expire upon
recording of the fully executed Public Art Easement Agreement, unless earlier terminated as
set forth herein.
D. Non-appropriation. Notwithstanding any other provision of this Agreement, City shall not
be obligated by any provision of this Agreement unless and until the Meridian City Council
appropriates adequate funds for this Agreement in the City's budget for the applicable fiscal
year. In the event that funds are not appropriated necessary to meet City's obligations under
this Agreement, this Agreement shall be terminated. City shall notify MLD of any such non-
appropriation of funds at the earliest practicable date.
E. Assignment. Neither party shall assign or sublet all or any portion of its respective interest
in this Agreement or any privilege or right hereunder, either voluntarily or involuntarily,
without the prior written consent of the other party. This Agreement and each and all of the
terms and conditions hereof shall apply to and are binding upon the respective organizations,
legal representative, successors, and assigns of the Parties.
F. No agency. For purposes of or in furtherance of this Agreement, neither party nor its
respective employees, agents, contractors, officials, officers, servants, guests, and/or invitees
shall be considered agents of the other in any manner or for any purpose whatsoever.
G. Hold harmless. For purposes of or in furtherance of this Agreement, each party and each of
its employees, agents, contractors, officials, officers, servants, guests, and/or invitees, shall
save and hold harmless the other party from and for any and all losses, claims, actions,
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judgments for damages, or injury to persons or property and losses and expenses caused or
incurred by either party or any employee, agent, contractor, official, officer, servant, guest,
and/or invitee thereof.
H. Compliance with laws. In performing the scope of services required hereunder, City and
MLD shall comply with all applicable laws, ordinances, and codes of Federal, State, and
local governments.
I. Attorney Fees. Should any litigation be commenced between the Parties hereto concerning
this Agreement, the prevailing party shall be entitled, in addition to any other relief as may be
granted, to court costs and reasonable attorneys' fees as determined by a court of competent
jurisdiction. This provision shall be deemed to be a separate contract between the Parties and
shall survive any default, termination or forfeiture of this Agreement.
J. Termination.
1. Grounds. Grounds for termination of this Agreement shall include, but shall not be
limited to: non-appropriation of funds necessary to meet City's obligations under this
Agreement; an act or omission by either party which materially breaches any term of this
Agreement; an act of nature or other unforeseeable event which precludes or makes
impossible the performance of the terms of this Agreement by either party; or a change in
or occurrence of circumstances that renders the performance by either party a detriment
to the public health, safety, or welfare.
2. Process. Either party may terminate this Agreement by providing thirty (30) days' notice
of intention to terminate. Such notice shall include a description of the breach or
circumstances providing grounds for termination. A fourteen (14) day cure period shall
commence upon provision of the notice of intention to terminate. If, upon the expiration
of such cure period, cure of the breach or circumstances providing grounds for
termination has not occurred, this Agreement may be terminated upon mailing of notice
of termination.
K. Construction and severability. If any part of this Agreement is held to be invalid or
unenforceable, such holding will not affect the validity or enforceability of any other part of
this Agreement so long as the remainder of the Agreement is reasonably capable of
completion.
L. Non-waiver. Failure of either party to promptly enforce the strict performance of any term
of this Agreement shall not constitute a waiver or relinquishment of any party's right to
thereafter enforce such term, and any right or remedy hereunder may be asserted at any time
after the governing body of either party becomes entitled to the benefit thereof,
notwithstanding delay in enforcement.
M. Approval required. This Agreement shall not become effective or binding until approved
by the respective governing bodies of both City and MLD. The Parties signatory hereto
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represent and warrant that each is duly authorized to bind, respectively, City and MLD to this
Agreement in all respects.
N. Entire Agreement. This Agreement contains the entire agreement of the Parties and
supersedes any and all other agreements or understandings, oral or written, whether previous
to the execution hereof or contemporaneous herewith.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the Parties shall cause this Agreement to be executed by
their duly authorized officers to be effective as of the day and year first above written.
MERIDIAN LIBRARY DISTRICT:
Megan LarsA,.—Choir
Meridian Library District Board of Trustees
CITY OF MERIDIAN:
BY: Robert E. Simison, Mayor 3-1-2022
Attest:
Chris Johnson, City Clerk 2-1-2022
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EXHIBIT A
PUBLIC-PRIVATE MURAL PARTNERSHIP PROCESS OVERVIEW
STEP RESPONSIBLE PARTY TASK
1 City(Arts &Culture Coordinator) Identify potential partners to participate in public-private
partnership for installation of murals on suitable buildings
2 City(City Attorney's Office) Prepare proposed memorandum of agreement with selected
partner Property Owner establishing terms and conditions
of design and installation of the mural and Public Art
Easement Agreement
3 City(City Attorney's Office) and Negotiate Public Art Easement Agreement; negotiate and
Property Owner execute memorandum of agreement
4 City(Arts &Culture Coordinator) Issue request for qualifications (RFQ)for mural artists;
match selected Artist with partner Property Owner
Note: This step is complete; Key Detail is the artist who
will design and install the mural.
5 City(City Attorney's Office) Prepare task order for mural design
6 City(City Attorney's Office) and Negotiate and execute task order for mural design
Artist
7 City(Arts &Culture Coordinator, Collaborative exchange between Property Owner,Artist,
Meridian Arts Commission),Property and City per design task order;Artist delivers final mural
Owner, and Artist design
8 City(Meridian Arts Commission) Review and recommend approval of final mural design
9 City(City Attorney's Office) Prepare task order for mural installation
10 Property Owner and Artist If Property Owner requires written agreement with, and/or
proof of insurance from,Artist for mural installation:
Negotiate and execute terms (City will not participate)
11 City(City Attorney's Office) and Negotiate and execute task order for mural installation;
Artist City Council approves final design via approval of task
order for mural installation
12 City(City Attorney's Office) Prepare final Public Art Easement Agreement with task
order for mural installation attached as exhibit
13 City(City Attorney's Office) and Execute and record Public Art Easement Agreement
Property Owner
14 Artist and Property Owner Artist schedules installation with Property Owner; installs
mural per the installation task order and written agreement
with Property Owner,if an
15 City(City Attorney's Office) Prepare mural acceptance agreement
16 City(City Attorney's Office) and Negotiate and execute mural acceptance agreement
Artist
17 City(Arts &Culture Coordinator) and Project closeout per installation task order and acceptance
Artist agreement—site visit, document collection, sign
installation,Meridian Arts Commission final approval
18 City(City Attorney's Office) Prepare resolution for City Council approval and Mayor's
signature, accepting the mural and approving final payment
to Artist
19 City(Arts &Culture Coordinator), Schedule/coordinate mural unveiling event(as weather or
Property Owner, and Artist other circumstances permit)
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EXHIBIT B
PUBLIC ART EASEMENT AGREEMENT
RECORDING REQUESTED BY AND
WHEN RECORDED RETURN TO:
City Clerk
City of Meridian
33 E.Broadway Avenue
Meridian,ID 83642
PUBLIC ART EASEMENT AGREEMENT: PROPERTY ADDRESS
This PUBLIC ART EASEMENT AGREEMENT ("Agreement") is made on this
day of , 2022 ("Effective Date"), by and between the City of Meridian, a
municipal corporation organized under the laws of the State of Idaho ("City"), and PROPERTY
OWNER, an ORGANIZATION TYPE organized under the laws of the state of Idaho ("Grantor").
(City and Grantor may hereinafter be collectively referred to as "Parties.")
WHEREAS,the Parties desire that public art murals will be incorporated into the Meridian
community, and to that end, City will dedicate funds and contract with ARTIST for the design,
installation, and/or maintenance of a public art mural at PROPERTY ADDRESS, in Meridian, Ada
County parcel no. PARCEL NUMBER ("Property"); specifically, on the DIRECTION-facing
exterior wall of the building located thereon;
WHEREAS, Grantor owns the Property, and has agreed to make it available to the City for
the installation of a mural ("Mural") by ARTIST ("Artist"), as generally depicted in the Task Order
For Mural Installation between City and Artist, executed on DATE and attached hereto as Exhibit
A ("DATE Task Order");
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:
1. GRANT OF EASEMENT. Grantor conveys, grants and warrants to the City, its successors and
assigns, an easement for the purpose of installing, maintaining, and exhibiting the Mural on and in
the Property. Following Final Acceptance of the Mural as defined in the DATE Task Order, the
Mural shall be the property of City.
2. TERM. This Agreement, and the easement granted hereunder, shall be effective until 11:59 p.m.
on September 30, 2031 unless extended by mutual agreement of the Parties.
3. RECORDATION. City shall record this Agreement in the land records of Ada County Idaho, and
shall submit proof of such recording to Grantor. For recording purposes, the legal description of the
Property is: LOT/BLOCK DESCRIPTION PER ASSESSOR.
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4. TERMINATION.
a. Termination by Grantor. This Agreement, and the easement granted hereunder, may be
terminated by Grantor, at any time, upon thirty (30) days' written notice to City and receipt
of the City's written consent to terminate, upon Grantor's showing of any of the following:
(1) That the property is to be sold and the buyer requires removal of the easement as a
condition of the purchase and sale; or
(2) That the property is to be refinanced and the lender requires removal of the easement
as a condition of the refinancing; or
(3) That the property is to be substantially remodeled or altered in a way that precludes
continued maintenance of the Mural;
(4) That Grantor's circumstances have materially changed and the continued existence
of the easement or maintenance of the Mural substantially impedes Grantor's
reasonable use and enjoyment of the Property.
City shall not unreasonably withhold consent to termination upon Grantor's satisfactory
demonstration of any of the foregoing conditions of termination. Grantor expressly agrees
and warrants that if Grantor terminates this Agreement, Grantor shall be responsible for
removing the Mural and restoring the Property to its prior condition, at Grantor's sole
expense. Such removal and restoration shall occur within thirty(30) days of the termination
of the easement, unless this period is extended in writing by the City.
b. Termination by City. This Agreement, and the easement granted hereunder, may be
terminated by City, at any time, upon thirty (30) days' written notice to Grantor, if City
determines that Grantor has failed to substantially perform Grantor's obligations under this
Agreement, or if City determines that the continued existence of the easement or
maintenance of the Artwork is no longer desired or if City is unable to maintain the Artwork
due to non-appropriation of funds. City expressly agrees and warrants that if City terminates
this Agreement, City shall be responsible for removing or painting over the Mural and
restoring the Property to its prior condition, at City's sole election and expense. Grantor
shall allow City access to Property necessary to complete such removal or restoration. Such
removal or restoration, if City so elects, shall occur within thirty (30) days of the termination
of the easement, unless this period is extended in writing by Grantor.
c. Expiration of Term. Upon expiration of the term of this Agreement, as set forth herein or
as mutually extended by the Parties by written amendment as set forth herein, City expressly
agrees and warrants that City shall be responsible for removing or painting over the Mural
within thirty (30) days of the expiration of the easement, unless this period is extended in
writing by the Grantor.
o 5. MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR OF MURAL. During the term of this Agreement, as set forth
herein or as mutually extended by the Parties by written amendment as set forth herein, City
shall have the sole right and responsibility to determine the need for, and to execute, all
necessary maintenance and repair of the Mural and shall not interfere with the normal
operations of Property or inhibit the public access to and use of Property's services.
City may determine, in its sole discretion, that the Mural is damaged beyond feasible repair, and
may remove or paint over the Mural, with thirty (30) days' notice to Grantor. Grantor shall notify
City if Grantor perceives a need to maintain or repair the Mural.
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6. RIGHT OF ENTRY. City or City's contractor shall have the right to enter the Property during
normal business hours, and at all other times with advance approval of the Grantor, for any and all
of the purposes described in this Agreement. City shall provide Grantor at least forty-eight (48)
hours' prior notice of such entry and receive written approval by Property Owner.
7. BINDING EFFECT. The easement granted in this agreement shall run with the land and shall be
binding upon, and inure to the benefit, of the Grantor and the City, and their respective
representatives successors or assigns, and/or any person or entity acquiring any right, title, or
interest in the Property.
8. CONTRACTUAL RELATIONSHIPS;ASSIGNMENT. This Agreement does not designate either Party
as the agent or representative of the other for any purpose whatsoever. The Parties are not granted
any express or implied right or authority to assume or create any obligation or responsibility on
behalf of the other or to bind the other in any manner whatsoever. Neither Party shall assign this
agreement without the prior written consent of the other.
9. NOTICE. Any and all notice required to be provided by 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:
Grantor: City:
PROPERTY OWNER NAME City of Meridian
Attn: CONTACT NAME Attn: City Clerk
ADDRESS 33 E. Broadway Avenue
Meridian ID ZIP CODE Meridian ID 83642
Either Party may change its address for the purpose of this section by delivering to the other Party
written notification of such change, establishing a new address for noticing purposes, in accordance
with the requirements of this section.
10. NON-APPROPRIATION. Grantor acknowledges that City is a governmental entity, and the
validity of this Agreement is based upon the availability of public funding under the authority of its
statutory mandate.
11. APPLICABLE LAW. This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the
statutes and constitution of the State of Idaho, including, without limitation, Article VIII, Section 3,
of the Idaho Constitution.
12.FORCE MAJEURE.Neither Party will be liable for failure to perform any duty under this
Agreement where such failure is due to unforeseeable causes beyond such Party's control. Such
causes may include, but shall not be restricted to, acts of God or nature, fire, flood, epidemic, strike,
crime, natural disaster, or any order of any court or state or federal agency.
13. AMENDMENTS. No modification or amendment of the provisions of this agreement shall be
effective unless in writing and signed by authorized representatives of the parties.
14. TIME IS OF THE ESSENCE. The Parties acknowledge and agree that time is strictly of the essence
with respect to each and every term, condition, and provision hereof, and that the failure to timely
perform any of the obligations hereunder shall constitute a breach and default hereunder by the
Party so failing to perform.
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15. BINDING UPON SUCCESSORS. Except as otherwise specifically provided herein, this Agreement
shall be binding upon any and all owners of the Property, any and all subsequent owners thereof,
and each and every other person acquiring an interest in the Property. Nothing herein shall, or shall
be construed to, in any way prevent the sale or alienation of the Property, or any portion thereof,
except that any sale or alienation shall occur subject to the provisions of this Agreement, and any
successive owner or owners shall be both benefited and bound by the conditions and restrictions
herein expressed.
16. SEVERABILITY. If any provision of this Agreement is held invalid by a court of competent
jurisdiction, such provision shall be deemed to be excised herefrom and the invalidity thereof shall
not affect any other provision or provisions contained herein.
17. ATTORNEY FEES. Should any litigation be commenced between the parties hereto concerning
this Agreement, the prevailing party shall be entitled, in addition to any other relief as may be
granted, to court costs and reasonable attorney fees as determined by such court. This provision
shall be deemed to be a separate contract between the Parties and shall survive, inter alia, any
default, termination, or forfeiture of this Agreement.
18. FINAL AGREEMENT. This Agreement sets forth all promises, inducements, agreements,
conditions, and understandings between City and Grantor relative to the subject matter hereof, and
there are no promises, agreements, conditions, or understandings, either oral or written, express or
implied,between City and Grantor, other than as are stated herein. Except as otherwise specifically
provided herein, no subsequent alteration, amendment, change, or addition to this Agreement shall
be binding upon the Parties unless set forth in writing and duly executed by both Parties or their
successors in interest.
19. NON-WAIVER. Failure of either Party to promptly enforce the strict performance of any term of
this Agreement shall not constitute a waiver or relinquishment of any Party's right to thereafter
enforce such term, and any right or remedy hereunder may be asserted at any time after either party
becomes entitled to the benefit thereof, notwithstanding delay in enforcement. 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.
20. COMPLIANCE WITH LAWS. Throughout the course of this Agreement, the Parties shall comply
with all applicable laws, ordinances, and codes of Federal, State, and local governments. This
Agreement shall be governed by and construed and enforced in accordance with the laws of the
State of Idaho, and the ordinances of the City of Meridian.
21. ADVICE OF ATTORNEY. Each party warrants and represents that in executing this Agreement, it
has received independent legal advice from its attorney or the opportunity to seek such advice.
22. APPROVAL REQUIRED. This Agreement shall not become effective or binding until approved
by the City Council of the City of Meridian.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF,the parties hereto have executed this Agreement on this
day of , 2022.
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GRANTOR: STATE OF IDAHO )
) ss:
County of )
I HEREBY CERTIFY that on this day of
NAME, TITLE ,2022,before the undersigned,a Notary
ORGANIZATION Public in the State of Idaho,personally appeared
NAME,proven to me to be the person who executed the said
instrument,and acknowledged to me that he executed the same.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF,I have hereunto set my hand and
affixed my official seal,the day and year in this certificate first
above written.
Notary Public for Idaho
Residing at Idaho
My Commission Expires:
CITY OF MERIDIAN:
BY: Attest:
Robert E. Simison, Mayor Chris Johnson, City Clerk
STATE OF IDAHO )
: ss
County of Ada )
I HEREBY CERTIFY that on this day of
2022 before the undersigned, personally appeared ROBERT E.
SIMISON and CHRIS JOHNSON,known or identified to me to be
the Mayor and City Clerk, respectively, of the City of Meridian,
who executed the instrument on behalf of the City of Meridian,and
acknowledged to me that the City of Meridian executed the same.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF,I have hereunto set my hand and
affixed my official seal the day and year in this certificate first
above written.
Notary Public for Idaho
Residing at Idaho
My Commission Expires:
Attached as exhibit:
TASK ORDER WITH ARTIST FOR INSTALLATION OF MURAL
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EXHIBIT C
ARTIST MASTER AGREEMENT
MASTER AGREEMENT FOR PROFESSIONAL SERVICES:
MURAL DESIGN,INSTALLATION,AND MAINTENANCE
This MASTER AGREEMENT FOR PROFESSIONAL SERVICES: MURAL DESIGN,
INSTALLATION, AND MAINTENANCE ("Agreement") is made this day of ,
2022 ("Effective Date"), by and between the City of Meridian, a municipal corporation organized
under the laws of the State of Idaho ("City"), and NAME, on behalf of BUSINESS NAME, a TYPE
OF BUSINESS organized under the laws of the state of Idaho ("Artist").
WHEREAS,the City desires to foster a vibrant community; establish a sense of history,
place, and local identity; attract visitors to downtown Meridian; and beautify public spaces by
facilitating the installation of murals on buildings in Meridian, both privately- and publicly-owned;
WHEREAS,Artist is qualified through experience and demonstrated ability to work with
the City, property owners, and other interested parties to create artwork that addresses the context of
its placement, reflects community values, and meets or exceeds stakeholder expectations;
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. PROCESS. By this Agreement, City and Artist seek to establish the general terms of tasks
undertaken by Artist with regard to consultations, design, installation, maintenance, and repair
of murals, and any and all other tasks related to such activities. The City may invite Artist to
provide such services pursuant to separate project task orders establishing specific terms and
conditions, including compensation amount, scope of work, and timelines.
II. SCOPE OF SERVICES. Upon execution of this Agreement and any associated project task order,
Artist shall comply in all respects and perform and furnish to City, all services and shall meet all
standards enumerated in this Agreement and in the project task order. Artist shall provide
services and work in accordance with generally accepted industry standards and practices for the
profession or professions that are used in performance of this Agreement and/or the project task
order. Services and work provided by Artist shall be performed in a timely manner as specified
in the project task order and agreed upon by the parties.
III.TERM. This Agreement shall become effective on the Effective Date first written above, and
shall be effective through September 30, 2031, unless sooner terminated by the method set forth
herein.
IV.COMPENSATION.
A. Total amount. The total payment to Artist for specific services provided pursuant to this
Agreement shall be separately negotiated and enumerated in the respective project task
order(s). The amount designated in the project task order shall constitute full compensation
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for any and all services, travel, transportation, materials, fabrication, shipping, equipment,
contingency, commission, artist fee, and costs of work to be performed or furnished by
Artist.
B. Method of payment. Artist shall provide to City one (1) completed W-9 form, and invoices
for services and/or materials provided pursuant to the payment schedule set forth in the
project task order, which City shall pay within thirty (30) days of receipt. City shall not
withhold any federal or state income taxes or Social Security tax from any payment made by
City to Artist under the terms and conditions of this Agreement. Payment of all taxes and
other assessments on such sums shall be the sole responsibility of Artist.
V. CREATION,INTEGRITY,AND OWNERSHIP OF ARTWORK.
A. Waiver and relinquishment of rights.Artist expressly waives any and all right, title, or
interest in artwork and other products created pursuant to this Agreement or project task
order. Artist understands that this waiver shall include waivers of the exclusive rights of
reproduction, adaptation, publication, and display. Artist specifically waives the right to
claim any remedy concerning the alteration of any artwork or product created pursuant to
this Agreement or project task order. Artist agrees to relinquish any and all rights, title, and
interest to artwork or products developed in connection with this Agreement or project task
order, and hereby expressly waives any rights Artist has to same, including, but not limited
to, the rights afforded artists under the Copyright Act of 1976 and the Visual Arts Rights Act
of 1990, Title 17 U.S.C. §§ 101 et seq. Artist understands and agrees that the right of
attribution and integrity, as specifically set forth in 17 U.S.C. § 106A, are hereby expressly
waived. To the extent that the provisions of this Agreement differ with the Copyright Act of
1976 and Visual Arts Rights Act of 1990, the provisions of this Agreement will govern and
any such differences in the rights and duties created thereunder are expressly waived. This
provision shall survive the termination or expiration of this Agreement.
B. Photographs of Artwork by Artist. Artist may photographically reproduce the image of
the Artwork and all preliminary studies, sketches, models and maquettes thereof, as Artist
may desire for marketing, educational and public information purposes. Where practicable,
Artist shall acknowledge on each such photographic reproduction the location of such
Artwork, provided that reproductions of preliminary studies, sketches, models and
maquettes shall not be identified as or represented to be the finished Artwork.
C. Photographs of Artwork by City. City may photographically reproduce the image of the
Artwork and all preliminary studies, sketches, models and maquettes thereof that have been
delivered to and accepted, as City may desire for educational and public information
purposes. Where practicable and to the extent of City's authority, Artist shall be
acknowledged on each such photographic reproduction to be the creator of the original
subject thereof, provided that photographic reproductions of preliminary studies, sketches,
models and maquettes shall not be identified as or represented to be the finished Artwork.
D. Ownership. Upon City's final acceptance of artwork or other products created pursuant to
this Agreement, such artwork or products shall be owned by City, and City may maintain,
repair, or fully or partially remove them, at City's sole election and discretion.
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E. Subcontracting or assignment of obligations.Artist shall not subcontract or assign any of
Artist's obligations under this Agreement that require or that may require Artist's artistic
talent or expertise. Artist may subcontract or assign obligations that do not require Artist's
artistic talent or expertise. Any and all subcontractors or assignees shall be bound by all the
terms and conditions of this Agreement.
VI.INDEMNIFICATION,WAIVER,AND INSURANCE.
A. Indemnification. Artist 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 Artist or Artist's servants, agents,
employees, guests, and/or business invitees, occurring as a result of this Agreement or
project task order.
B. Waiver. Artist hereby waives 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 to Artist's performance of this Agreement or
project task order, 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
C. Insurance to be obtained by Artist. Upon execution of a project task order, Artist shall
obtain and shall maintain, at Artist's own expense, through completion of the task order,
each and all of the following:
1. General liability insurance. General liability insurance with a limit of not less than one
million dollars ($1,000,000.00) per each occurrence, combined single limit bodily injury
and property damage, covering the actions and omissions of Artist and Artist's
employees, agents, and/or workers, including coverage for owned, non-owned, and hired
vehicles, as applicable.
2. Workers' compensation insurance. Artist shall obtain and shall maintain, at Artist's
own expense, from the Effective Date of this Agreement through City's Final
Acceptance of the Artwork, and throughout the course of this Agreement, workers'
compensation insurance, in an amount required by Idaho law, to cover any and all
persons employed by Artist.
3. Insurance of Artwork. Before commencing fabrication of Artwork and/or components
or materials thereof, Artist shall procure and maintain, at Artist's own expense,
insurance on same in an all-risk form with limits to be established by the project task
order, with any loss payable to City. Artist agrees to bear all risks of loss of and/or
damage to the Artwork until City's Final Acceptance of Artwork.
D. Proof of insurance. Artist shall provide to City, within seven (7) days of the effective date
of a project task order, written proof that Artist has obtained all insurance required
hereunder. If any change is made to any insurance policy or coverage required under and/or
obtained pursuant to this Agreement, Artist shall notify City immediately.
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E. Insurance to be obtained by Artist's subcontractors. Artist shall require any and all
subcontractors employed or utilized in the course and scope of the obligations described in
this Agreement to obtain and maintain general liability insurance and workers'
compensation insurance in the amounts described herein. Artist shall provide to City, within
twenty-four(24) hours of hiring or engaging any subcontractor, written proof that her
subcontractors have obtained all insurance required hereunder.
F. No cancellation without notice. On all insurance policies required under this agreement,
such policies shall provide that they may not be cancelled or reduced in coverage except
upon thirty (30) days advance written notice to all Parties. Any cancellation of insurance
without appropriate replacement in the amounts and terms set forth herein may constitute
grounds for termination of the contract.
VII. TERMINATION.
A. Termination for cause. If City determines that Artist has failed to comply with any term or
condition of this Agreement or project task order, violated any of the covenants, agreements,
and/or stipulations of this Agreement or project task order, falsified any record or document
required to be prepared under this Agreement or project task order, engaged in fraud,
dishonesty, or any other act of misconduct in the performance of this Agreement or project
task order; or if either Party willfully or negligently defaults in, or fails to fulfill, its material
obligations under this Agreement or project task order; the other Party shall have the right to
terminate the Agreement by giving written notice to the defaulting party of its intent to
terminate, and shall specify the grounds for termination. The defaulting party shall have
thirty(30) days after receipt of such notice to cure the default. If the default is not cured
within such period, this Agreement and the project task order shall be terminated upon
mailing of written notice of same by the terminating party.
1. Default by City. In the event of termination for non-performance or default by City after
City's issuance of notice to proceed on a project task order, City shall compensate Artist
for work actually completed by Artist prior to the date of written notice of termination
and any additional services and materials actually performed or supplied prior to the date
of written notice of termination, less payments of compensation previously made, not to
exceed the total amount of compensation allowed hereunder.
2. Default by Artist. In the event of termination for non-performance or default by Artist
after City's issuance of notice to proceed on a project task order, all finished and
unfinished drawings, photographs, plans, timelines, and/or any and all other work
products prepared and submitted or prepared for submission under this Agreement or
project task order, and all rights, title, and interest thereto, including those described in
section V.A. of this Agreement, shall, at City's option, become City's property, and the
right to fabricate and/or install the artwork or other products shall pass to City.
Notwithstanding this provision, Artist shall not be relieved of any liability for damages
sustained by City attributable to Artist's default or breach of this Agreement or project
task order. City may reasonably withhold payments due until such time as the exact
amount of damages due to City from Artist is determined. Artist shall not be relieved of
liability to City for damages sustained by City by virtue of any breach or default of this
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Agreement or project task order by Artist. This provision shall survive the termination
of this Agreement or project task order and shall not relieve Artist of liability to City for
damages.
B. Termination without cause. City may terminate this Agreement or project task order for
any reason, at any time, by providing fourteen (14) days' notice to Artist.
C. 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.
VIII. GENERAL PROVISIONS.
A. Permitting and inspection. In the provision of all services pursuant to this Agreement or
any related project task order, Artist shall obtain any and all necessary permits or approvals
from the various departments of the City of Meridian and other government agencies.
B. Relationship of Parties. It is the express intention of Parties that Artist is an independent
contractor and neither Artist nor any officer, employee, subcontractor, assignee, or agent of
Artist shall be deemed an employee, agent,joint venturer, or partner of City in any manner
or for any purpose. Nothing in this Agreement shall be interpreted or construed as creating
or establishing the relationship of employer and employee between Artist and City or
between Artist and any official, agent, or employee of City. Both parties acknowledge that
Artist is not an employee of City. Artist shall retain the right to perform services for others
during the term of this Agreement. Specifically, without limitation, Artist understands,
acknowledges, and agrees:
1. Artist is free from actual and potential control by City in the provision of services under
this Agreement.
2. Artist is engaged in an independently established trade, occupation, profession, or
business.
3. Artist has the authority to hire subordinates.
4. Artist owns and/or will provide all major items of equipment necessary to perform
services under this Agreement.
C. Compliance with law. Throughout the course of this Agreement, Artist shall comply with
any and all applicable federal, state, and local laws.
D. Non-Discrimination. Throughout the course of this Agreement, Artist shall not discriminate
against any person as to race, creed, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation or
any physical, mental, or sensory handicap.
E. Audits and Inspections: At any time during normal business hours and as often as City
may deem necessary, there shall be made available to City for examination all of Artist's
records with respect to all matters covered by this Agreement. Artist shall permit City to
audit, examine, and copy, and to make audits of all records and data relating to all matters
covered by this Agreement.
F. Entire Agreement. This Agreement constitutes the entire understanding between the
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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.
G. 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.
H. 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.
1. 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.
J. Interpretation.Words of gender used in this Agreement shall be held and construed to
include any other gender, and words in the singular shall be held to include the plural and
vice versa unless the context otherwise requires. The Agreement and the captions of the
various sections of this Agreement are for convenience and ease of reference only, and do
not define, limit, augment or describe the scope, context or intent of this Agreement or any
part or parts of this Agreement.
K. 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.
L. 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.
M. 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:
Artist: City:
BUSINESS NAME City Clerk
ARTIST NAME City of Meridian
ADDRESS 33 E. Broadway Ave.
ADDRESS Meridian ID 83642
Either party may change its address for the purpose of this provision by giving written notice
of such change in the manner herein provided.
N. Exhibits. All exhibits to this Agreement are incorporated by reference and made a part of
hereof as if the exhibits were set forth in their entirety herein.
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O. 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.
ARTIST:
ARTIST NAME, TITLE
BUSINESS NAME
CITY OF MERIDIAN:
Attest:
Robert E. Simison, Mayor Chris Johnson, City Clerk
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EXHIBIT D
TASK ORDER WITH ARTIST FOR MURAL DESIGN
TASK ORDER FOR MURAL DESIGN
This TASK ORDER FOR MURAL DESIGN ("Task Order") is made this day of
, 2022 ("Effective Date"), by and between the City of Meridian, a
municipal corporation organized under the laws of the State of Idaho ("City"), and NAME, on
behalf of BUSINESS NAME, a TYPE OF BUSINESS organized under the laws of the state of
Idaho ("Artist").
WHEREAS,Artist and City have entered into a Master Agreement for Professional
Services: Mural Design, Installation, and Maintenance ("Master Agreement"), which establishes
terms and conditions under which City may invite Artist to provide services including consultations,
design, installation, maintenance, and repair of murals, pursuant to separate project task order(s)
setting forth specific conditions, compensation amount, and scope of work; and
WHEREAS, City and PROPERTY OWNER NAME ("Owner") have entered into a Public
Art Easement Agreement,by which Agreement Owner agreed to allow City to engage an Artist for
the purpose of designing a public art mural for potential installation at ADDRESS, in Meridian, Ada
County parcel no. NUMBER ("Property"); specifically, on the DIRECTION-facing exterior wall of
the building located at Property;
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. Artist shall design a large-scale, painted mural installation for potential
installation on the DIRECTION-facing exterior wall of the building at the Property ("Mural"),
located at Property. Throughout the design process, Artist shall seek input from City and Owner
(collectively, "Stakeholders"), and shall finalize the design only with consensus from all
Stakeholders. At the conclusion of the design process, Artist shall deliver to City a to-scale
rendering of the Mural design, including a depiction of all architectural features and fixtures to
be accommodated (e.g., windows, doors, signs, projections, etc.). Artist shall also be responsible
for obtaining written approval of the final design from the designated representative of each
Stakeholder.
II. COMPENSATION.
A. Total amount. The total payment to Artist for services rendered under this Task Order shall
be AMOUNT IN WORDS ($AMOUNT IN NUMBER). This amount shall constitute full
compensation for any and all services, travel, transportation, materials, fabrication, shipping,
equipment, contingency, commission, artist fee, and costs of work to be performed or
furnished by Artist under this Task Order.
B. Method of payment. Artist shall provide to City invoices for services and deliverables
provided pursuant to the payment schedule set forth herein, which City shall pay within
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thirty (30) days of receipt. City shall not withhold any federal or state income taxes or
Social Security tax from any payment made by City to Artist under the terms and conditions
of this Task Order. Payment of all taxes and other assessments on such sums shall be the
sole responsibility of Artist.
C. Payment schedule. Artist shall be paid pursuant to the following benchmarks:
1. Initial design: $AMOUNT shall be due to Artist for upon Artist's delivery to
Stakeholders an initial design of the Mural.
2. Final Design: $AMOUNT shall be due to Artist for delivery of a Final Design, as
defined herein and as approved in writing by City.
III.TIME OF PERFORMANCE.
A. Timeline. In the provision of services and deliverables under this Task Order, Artist shall
meet the following deadlines:
1. By 5:00 p.m. on DATE: Artist shall deliver three initial designs of the Mural to City.
Stakeholders are tentatively scheduled to review the initial designs and provide feedback
on March 16, 2022 at 5:00pm.
2. By 5:00 p.m. on DATE: Artist shall deliver to City a provisionally final design which
shall include a detailed, to-scale rendering of the Mural design, including a depiction of
all architectural features and fixtures to be accommodated (e.g., windows, doors, signs,
projections, etc.). Stakeholders are tentatively scheduled to review the final design and
give final feedback on May 18, 2022 at 5:00pm.
3. By 5:00 p.m. on DATE: Artist shall deliver to City the final design, which shall
include: a) a detailed, to-scale rendering of the Mural design incorporating the feedback
from Stakeholders and including a depiction of all architectural features and fixtures to
be accommodated (e.g., windows, doors, signs, projections, etc.) and b) written approval
of the design from the Owner.
B. Time of the essence. The Parties acknowledge that services provided under this Task Order
shall be performed in a timely manner. The Parties acknowledge and agree that time is
strictly of the essence with respect to this Task Order, and that the failure to timely perform
any of the obligations hereunder shall constitute a breach of, and a default under, this Task
Order by the party so failing to perform.
IV.GENERAL PROVISIONS.
A. Master Agreement applies. All provisions of the Master Agreement are incorporated by
reference and made a part of hereof as if set forth in their entirety herein.
B. Stakeholders' designated representatives. Stakeholders have vested in the following
representatives the authority to provide to Artist input and approval regarding proposed
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mural designs. Any Stakeholder may change its authorized representative and/or address for
the purpose of this paragraph by giving written notice of such change to Artist and to City.
1. Owner:
OWNER NAME, OWNER TITLE
OWNER BUSINESS
OWNER E-MAIL
2. City:
Cassandra Schiffler, Arts and Culture Coordinator
City of Meridian
cschiffler@meridiancity.org
C. Limited edition. Artist does, and shall, warrant and represent that the designs provided
pursuant to this Task Order have never heretofore been designed, fabricated, installed,
created, published, or copied and that Artist is the sole creator and owner of all rights in such
designs.
D. Installation not included. Artist acknowledges and agrees that this Task Order imparts no
commitment by City to contract with Artist for installation of the Mural depicted in concept
designs provided pursuant to this Task Order. Further, this Task Order vests no right in
Artist to install the Mural depicted in designs provided pursuant to this Task Order.
E. City Council approval required. The validity of this Task Order shall be expressly
conditioned upon City Council action approving same. Execution of this Task Order 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 Task Order on the
Effective Date first written above.
ARTIST:
ARTIST NAME, TITLE
BUSINESS NAME
CITY OF MERIDIAN:
Attest:
Robert E. Simison, Mayor Chris Johnson, City Clerk
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EXHIBIT E
TASK ORDER WITH ARTIST FOR MURAL INSTALLATION
TASK ORDER FOR MURAL INSTALLATION
This TASK ORDER FOR MURAL INSTALLATION ("Task Order") is made this
day of , 2022 ("Effective Date"), by and between the City of Meridian, a
municipal corporation organized under the laws of the State of Idaho ("City"), and NAME, on
behalf of BUSINESS NAME, a TYPE OF BUSINESS organized under the laws of the state of
Idaho ("Artist").
WHEREAS, on DATE, Artist and City entered into a Master Agreement for Professional
Services: Mural Design, Installation, and Maintenance ("Master Agreement"), which establishes
terms and conditions under which City may invite Artist to provide services including consultations,
design, installation, maintenance, and repair of murals, pursuant to separate project task order(s)
setting forth specific conditions, compensation amount, and scope of work; and
WHEREAS, on DATE, City and PROPERTY OWNER NAME ("Owner") entered into a
Public Art Easement Agreement, by which Agreement Owner agreed to allow City to engage an
Artist for the purpose of designing a public art mural for potential installation at ADDRESS, in
Meridian, Ada County parcel no. NUMBER ("Property"); specifically, on the DIRECTION-facing
exterior wall of the building located at Property;
WHEREAS,Artist has created a mural design that will establish a sense of place and local
identity in downtown Meridian, and beautify public spaces, and Owner wishes to invite Artist to
install the mural, as designed, on the DIRECTION-facing exterior wall of the building located at
Property, pursuant to the Public Art Easement Agreement entered into by Owners and City on
DATE;
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. Artist shall install, on the DIRECTION-facing exterior wall of the
building located at Property, a large-scale, painted mural installation as depicted in Exhibit A
hereto ("Mural"). Artwork design, fabrication, and installation, and Site Restoration shall
comply in all respects with the RFP, with this agreement, with any applicable established
industry standards, engineering standards, and with all established policies and ordinances of the
City of Meridian.
II. COMPENSATION.
A. Total amount. The total payment to Artist for services rendered under this Agreement shall
be AMOUNT IN WORDS ($AMOUNT IN NUMBER). This amount shall constitute full
compensation for any and all services, travel, transportation, materials, fabrication, shipping,
equipment, contingency, commission, artist fee, and costs of work to be performed or
furnished by Artist under this Task Order.
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B. Method of payment. Artist shall provide to City invoices for services and deliverables
provided pursuant to the payment schedule set forth herein, which City shall pay within
thirty(30) days of receipt. City shall not withhold any federal or state income taxes or
Social Security tax from any payment made by City to Artist under the terms and conditions
of this Task Order. Payment of all taxes and other assessments on such sums shall be the
sole responsibility of Artist.
C. Payment schedule. Artist shall be paid pursuant to the following benchmarks:
1. Timeline: $AMOUNT shall be due to Artist within thirty (30) days of Artist's delivery
of a detailed timeline for installation of the Mural, describing the estimated date of
completion of each phase of the installation process.
2. Final Completion: $AMOUNT shall be due to Artist within thirty(30) days of upon
Final Completion, which shall be defined as:
a. Complete installation of the completed Mural, as confirmed by City and Owner;
b. Final inspection and written approval of the installation of the Mural by City and
Owner;
c. Artist's submission to City of a recommended maintenance plan for the Mural; and
d. Execution of a mutually agreed-upon acceptance agreement, to be prepared by the
City Attorney's Office, to include affirmation of Artist's indemnification of City and
express waiver of Artist's right, title, or interest in the Mural.
III.TIME OF PERFORMANCE.
A. Timeline. In the provision of services and deliverables under this Task Order, Artist shall
meet the following deadlines:
1. By 5:00 p.m.by JIM: Artist shall deliver to City a detailed timeline for installation of
the Mural.
2. By 5:00 p.m.by DATE: Artist shall deliver to City:
b. Completely installed Mural, as defined herein and as approved in writing by City and
Owner;
c. Written recommended maintenance plan for the Mural; and
d. Signed acceptance agreement.
B. Time of the essence. The Parties acknowledge that services provided under this Task Order
shall be performed in a timely manner. The Parties acknowledge and agree that time is strictly
of the essence with respect to this Task Order, and that the failure to timely perform any of the
obligations hereunder shall constitute a breach of, and a default under, this Task Order by the
party so failing to perform.
IV.GENERAL PROVISIONS.
A. Master Agreement applies. All provisions of the Master Agreement are incorporated by
reference and made a part of hereof as if set forth in their entirety herein.
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B. Owner's and City's designated representatives. Stakeholders have vested in the following
representatives the authority to provide to Artist input and approval under this Agreement. Any
Stakeholder may change its authorized representative and/or address for the purpose of this
paragraph by giving written notice of such change to Artist and to City.
1. Owner:
OWNER NAME, OWNER TITLE
OWNER BUSINESS
OWNER E-MAIL
2. City:
Cassandra Schiffler, Arts and Culture Coordinator
City of Meridian
cschiffler@meridiancity.org
C. City Council approval required. The validity of this Task Order shall be expressly
conditioned upon City Council action approving same. Execution of this Task Order 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 Task Order on the
Effective Date first written above.
ARTIST:
ARTIST NAME, TITLE
BUSINESS NAME
CITY OF MERIDIAN:
Attest:
Robert E. Simison, Mayor Chris Johnson, City Clerk
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EXHIBIT F
MURAL ACCEPTANCE AGREEMENT
ACCEPTANCE AGREEMENT: NAME OF MURAL,ADDRESS
This ACCEPTANCE AGREEMENT: NAME OF MURAL, ADDRESS is made this
day of , 2022 ("Effective Date"), by and between the City of Meridian, a municipal
corporation organized under the laws of the State of Idaho ("City"), and ARTIST, on behalf of
COMPANY, a COMPANY TYPE organized under the laws of the state of Idaho ("Artist").
WHEREAS, on DATE, Artist and City entered into a Master Agreement for Professional
Services: Mural Design, Installation, and Maintenance ("Master Agreement"), which establishes
terms and conditions under which City may invite Artist to provide services including consultations,
design, installation, maintenance, and repair of murals, pursuant to separate project task order(s)
setting forth specific conditions, compensation amount, and scope of work; and
WHEREAS, on DATE, City and NAME ("Owner") entered into a Memorandum of
Agreement for Design and Installation of Mural, by which Agreement NAME agreed to enter into a
partnership with City to design and install a public art mural on the DIRECTION-facing side of the
building at ADDRESS, in Meridian, Ada County parcel no. NUMBER ("Property"); and
WHEREAS, on DATE, City and Artist entered into a Task Order for Mural Design, and, on
DATE, a Task Order for Mural Installation ("DATE Task Order"), by which agreements City
engaged Artist to 1) work with Owner to design a mural for the DIRECTION-facing side of the
building at Property, and 2) install such mural on Property, under City's access thereto under the
Public Art Easement Agreement entered into by City and Owners on DATE; and
WHEREAS, Owner and City have worked with Artist to design and install a mural entitled
NAME OF MURAL on the DIRECTION face of the building at Property ("Artwork") that
exemplifies DESCRIPTION, establishes a sense of place and local identity in PART OF Meridian,
and beautifies public spaces;
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.INDEMNIFICATION.
Artist hereby indemnifies and saves and holds harmless City and its respective employees, elected
officials, agents, guests, and/or business invitees, from any and all liabilities, losses, claims, actions,
and/or judgments for damages, expenses, and/or injury to any person or property caused or incurred
by or as the result of the performance of or failure to perform any work or service under or related
to the DATE Agreement.
Artist specifically hereby indemnifies and saves and holds harmless City and its respective
employees, elected officials, agents, guests, and/or business invitees, from any and all liabilities,
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losses,claims,actions,judgments for damages,expenses,or injury to any person or to property arising
as a result of:
A. Artist's failure, or the failure of any agent, employee, or subcontractor of Artist to exercise
reasonable care, skill or diligence in the performance of any work or service under or related
to the DATE Task Order;
B. Any breach of any representation, warranty or covenant made by Artist, or by any of Artist's
agent(s), employee(s), or subcontractor(s);
C. Artist's infringement of or upon any intellectual property rights, whether intentional or
unintentional, known or unknown, including any copyright or patent arising out of the
reproduction or use in any manner of any plans, designs, drawings, specifications,
information, material, sketches, notes or documents created by Artist in the performance of
any work or service under the DATE Task Order; and/or
D. The malfunction or failure of the Artwork, or any portion or component thereof, created and
installed under the DATE Task Order.
II.WAIVER.
Artist hereby waives and releases, on behalf of Artist and Artist's employees, agents, heirs,
executors, administrators, assigns, and/or personal representatives, any and all claims and/or rights
for damages Artist now has or may hereafter have against the City of Meridian and/or its
employees, elected officials, agents, guests, and/or business invitees, suffered in connection with or
arising out of the performance of any work or service under or related to the DATE Task Order.
Except as otherwise expressly delineated in the DATE Task Order, Artist hereby waives any and all
right, title, or interest in the Artwork and/or all items created under, assembled pursuant to, and/or
otherwise related to the DATE Task Order and any and all addenda thereto.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF,the parties hereto have executed this Agreement on the
Effective Date first written above.
ARTIST:
ARTIST NAME
COMPANY NAME
CITY OF MERIDIAN:
Attest:
Robert E. Simison, Mayor Chris Johnson, City Clerk
MEMORANDUM OF AGREEMENT BETWEEN CITY AND MERIDIAN LIBRARY DISTRICT
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