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MEMO TO CITY COUNCIL
Request to Include Item on the City Council Consent Agenda
From: Mike Barton, Parks &Recreation Meeting Date: February 25, 2025
Topic: License Agreement between City of Meridian and Meridian Senior Center
for shed in Julias M. Kleiner Memorial Park
Background:
The Meridian Senior Center has a critical need for additional storage of items associated with their
daily operations and for items related to a local church that uses the center for Sunday services.
This license agreement will allow the Senior Center to use an area in the existing maintenance
yard at Kleiner Park to place a 10'x 12' wooden shed. The use and location are consistent with the
existing uses of the maintenance area. Any costs associated with the shed including purchase,
maintenance and insurance will be the responsibility of the Senior Center. The agreement was
prepared by our Legal Department.
Requested Action:
Approve the License Agreement between the City of Meridian and the Meridian Senior Center for
a Shed in Julius M. Kleiner Memorial Park.
LICENSEAGREEMENT
BETWEEN CITY OF MERIDIANANDMERIDIANSENIOR CENTER
FOR SHEDIN JULIUS M. KLEINER MEMORIAL PARK
ThisLICENSEAGREEMENTBETWEENCITY OFMERIDIAN ANDMERIDIAN
SENIOR CENTER FORSHEDINJULIUS M. KLEINER MEMORIALPARK
entered into this 25th day of February 2025 by and between the City of Meridian, a municipal
Citizens Association, a nonprofit organization organized under the laws of the state of Idaho, doing
busineLicensee
WHEREAS,theCity ownsJulius M. KleinerMemorialPark, located at 1900 N.
Records Ave.,Meridian,Idaho;
WHEREAS,Licenseeseeks toplaceand use forthe purposeof storing equipment,a
storageshed in theyardof the Meridian Parks & Recreation Department
maintenancefacility at Park;
WHEREAS,City wishes to authorizeLicenseetoplacetheshedat this location and use it
for this purpose;
NOW, THEREFORE,for good and valuableconsideration, the receiptand sufficiency of
which is herebyacknowledged andagreed, and in consideration of the mutual promises and
covenants herein contained,and in consideration of the recitals above, which areincorporated
herein,City andLicenseeagreeas follows:
I.License granted.Subject to the terms, conditions, and limitations set forth in this Agreement,
City hereby grantsto Licensee alicense toplace a shed on the north side of the Department
maintenance facilityin Park, at the location specified by the Department, and to access and use
such shed for the purpose of storing equipment.The shed allowed by this license shall be made
ofwoodandpainted in the color specified by the Department, shall have a singlestory, and
shall beeight feet wide by twelve 2eighty-two inches () in
heightand steel skid runners at the base.Licensee shall not store intheshed any edible,
perishable, toxic,hazardous, explosive, flammable, or other dangerousor unstablematerials or
items.
II.Term of license.The term of this license shall be from the Effective Date through December
31, 2025,unless earlier terminated by either party by a method established herein.Absent other
written agreement by the Parties, at the expiration of this term, the license shall be automatically
renewed, on a year-to-year basis, under the terms and conditions set forth in this Agreement.
III.Responsibilitiesof Licensee.Licensee shall be responsible for each and all of the following.
A.Secure and maintain shed.Licenseeshall secure the shed from entry or intrusion by
unauthorized persons, insects, and/or vermin. Licenseeshall provide any and all necessary
maintenance andrepairs to theshed, and shall keep the shed in good condition and repair.
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B. Alterations; waste. Licensee shall not make, or permit to be made, substantive alterations
to the shed, to any portion or component thereof, or to any other portion of Park, whether
temporary or permanent, without first obtaining City's written consent. Licensee shall not
commit,permit, nor suffer any damage to or waste upon the premises of Park or any of the
improvements or appurtenances situated or placed thereon by or on behalf of City or City's
agents or invitees.
C. Reasonable use. Licensee shall employ best efforts to ensure that its use of Park property is
appropriate and reasonable. Where Licensee's use causes damage, Licensee shall reimburse
City for the cost or proportionate cost of necessary repairs and/or replacement. Licensee
shall exercise best efforts to see that any and all uses are in compliance with all laws and
with City's policies regarding use of City parks and/or facilities.
D. Liens. Licensee shall keep the shed and Park property free from any liens arising out of any
work performed for, materials furnished to, or obligations incurred by Licensee. Licensee
shall not allow any lien,judgment or encumbrance to be entered against or filed upon the
shed or Park property. Licensee hereby covenants to satisfy any such lien,judgment or
encumbrance at Licensee's sole and separate expense, and in all respects fully to indemnify
City against all damages, legal costs and charges, including attorney's fees reasonably
incurred, in any suit involving any liens, claims,judgments or encumbrances caused or
suffered by Licensee.
E. Surrender of possession. Licensee agrees that no later than thirty days (30) days following
termination of this Agreement for any reason, Licensee shall remove the shed and surrender
to City the portion of Park used under this Agreement in the same condition as on the
Effective Date, reasonable wear and tear, act of God, act of nature, or damage by weather
excepted. Licensee agrees to surrender possession and occupancy of the Park premises
peaceably at the termination of this Agreement. If Licensee does not remove the shed
within thirty days (30) days following termination or expiration of this Agreement as set
forth in this provision, the shed shall become the property of City, and City, in City's sole
discretion, may keep or remove the shed, restore the ground affected by the shed, and/or
invoice Licensee for any and all related costs.
F. Indemnification. To the extent permitted by Idaho law, Licensee specifically indemnifies
City and holds City harmless from any loss, liability, claim,judgment, or action for damages
or injury to Licensee, to Licensee's personal property or equipment, and to Licensee's
employees, agents, volunteers, or assignees arising out of or resulting from the condition of
Park or any lack of maintenance or repair thereon, and not caused by or arising out of the
tortious conduct of City or its employees. To the extent permitted by Idaho law, Licensee
further agrees to indemnify and hold City harmless from any loss, liability, claim or action
from damages or injuries to persons or property in any way arising out of or resulting from
the use of Park by Licensee or by Licensee's employees, agents, volunteers, or assignees and
not caused by or arising out of the tortious conduct of City or its employees. Licensee
acknowledges that provision of services under this Agreement may carry a risk of injury,
illness, and/or death, some of which risks may be unknown, and, with that knowledge,
Licensee hereby assumes all such risks and hazards.
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G. Limitation of liability. City is not liable for consequential, indirect, incidental, special,
exemplary, punitive, or enhanced damages, arising out of or relating to any breach of this
License, whether or not such damages were foreseeable or Licensee was advised of the
possibility of such damages, regardless of the legal or equitable theory (contract, tort or
otherwise)upon which the claim is based, and notwithstanding the failure of any agreed or
other remedy of its essential purpose. This limitation of City's liability shall not apply to (i)
liability resulting from City's gross negligence or willful misconduct and(ii) death or bodily
injury resulting from City's acts or omissions. No action for breach of this License or
otherwise relating to this License may be brought more than one year after the accrual of the
cause of action.
H. Insurance. Licensee acknowledges and understands that City shall not provide insurance or
benefit coverage of any kind for property loss or damage, injury, death, or illness related to
Licensee's use of the shed or Park, or other activities related to this Agreement. Licensee
may, at Licensee's sole election, discretion, and expense, obtain and maintain insurance in
an amount adequate to cover any of Licensee's insurable interests or assets.
I. No right to exclude conveyed. Any use granted to Licensee by this Agreement shall
include neither the right to exclude any law-abiding person from Park,nor the right to
interfere with any person's concurrent, lawful use of Park.
IV.General provisions.
A. No agency. It is understood and agreed Licensee shall not be considered an agent of City in
any manner or for any purpose whatsoever in Licensee's use and occupancy of Park and/or
any activity undertaken with regard to this Agreement. Neither Licensee nor any officer,
employee or agent thereof shall be deemed an employee of City. Licensee shall have no
authority or responsibility to exercise any rights or power vested in City.
B. No warranty. City makes no warranty or representation to Licensee of any kind, express or
implied, regarding the suitability of or compliance with any applicable laws by City's
property or structures, or any portion thereof, for any aspect of the use that Licensee expects
or intends to make of same. Licensee has made an adequate investigation and inspection of
City's property, has made its own determination regarding their suitability for Licensee's
proposed use, and is satisfied with the condition, fitness, and order thereof. Licensee agrees
that it will be using City's structures "as is," "where is," and with any and all faults, whether
known or unknown. Use of Park by Licensee for the placement of the shed shall be
conclusive evidence that Park was in good repair and satisfactory condition, fitness, and
order when such placement occurred.
C. Termination. Either parry may terminate this Agreement for convenience or for cause.
Termination shall be effective thirty (30) days following mailing of written notice to the
other parry. Termination is not an exclusive remedy; all other remedies will be available
whether or not this Agreement is terminated. In the event of termination of this Agreement,
Licensee forfeits any and all rights established under this Agreement.
D. Time of the essence. Contractor acknowledges that services provided under this Agreement
shall be performed in a timely manner. The Parties acknowledge and agree that time is
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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.
E. Assignment. Licensee may assign the rights granted by this Agreement with the express
written consent of City. Any and all assignees shall be bound by all the terms and
conditions of this Agreement.
F. Day-to-day communications. City shall provide to Licensee the name, e-mail address, and
telephone number of specific City personnel ("City Contact")who shall serve as the liaison
between City and Licensee for all day-to-day matters related to this Agreement(e.g., shed
placement,painting, maintenance, etc.). Licensee shall provide to City the name, e-mail
address, and telephone number of specific personnel ("Licensee Contact")who shall serve
as the liaison between Licensee and City for all day-to-day matters. Communication
between Licensee Contact and City Contact regarding day-to-day matters shall occur via e-
mail or telephone.
G. All other notice. All other notice to be provided under this Agreement shall be in writing
and addressed as follows:
If to Licensee: If to Ci
Toni Allison, President City Clerk
Meridian Senior Center City of Meridian
P.O. Box 563 33 East Broadway Avenue
Meridian, Idaho 83680 Meridian, Idaho 83642
director@meridianseniorcenter.org cityclerk@meridiancity.org
Notices shall be either personally delivered or sent by U.S. mail, postage prepaid. Notice
shall be deemed to have been given upon deposit in the U.S. mail, or upon personal delivery
to the parry above specified.
H. Relocation or removal. Upon five (5) days' notice to Licensee in the manner established
herein, City shall have the right to relocate or remove the shed, except that City may
undertake such relocation or removal on an emergency or immediate basis without notice to
Licensee where such action is necessary to protect the health, safety, and/or welfare of the
public, or where Licensee's rights as set forth in this Agreement will not be unreasonably
affected.
I. Choice of law. This Agreement was negotiated in Idaho, is entered into and is intended to
be performed in the State of Idaho. The Parties agree that the laws of Idaho shall govern the
interpretation of this Agreement.
J. Third-party beneficiaries. This Agreement is not intended to create, nor shall it in any
way be interpreted or construed to create, any third-party beneficiary rights in any person or
entity not a party hereto.
K. Attorney fees. Each Party shall be liable to the other for all damages and costs, including
legal expenses and attorneys' fees, suffered or incurred in the enforcement of any of the
terms, covenants or conditions of this Agreement.
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L. No waiver. City's waiver on one or more occasion of any breach or default of any term,
covenant or condition of this Agreement shall not be construed as a waiver of any
subsequent breach or default of the same or a different term, covenant or condition, nor shall
such waiver operate to prejudice, waive, or affect any right or remedy City may have under
this Agreement with respect to such subsequent default or breach by Licensee.
M. Compliance with law. Throughout the course of this Agreement, Contractor shall comply
with any and all applicable federal, state, and local laws.
N. Entire agreement. This Agreement contains the complete, final, and exclusive agreement
of the parties and supersedes any and all prior agreements, understandings, negotiations,
discussions, 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 amendment or addendum signed by both parties hereto. No modification or
rescission of this Agreement shall be binding unless executed in writing by both City and
Licensor in the manner set forth herein.
O. City Council approval required. This lease shall not be effective for any purpose
whatsoever until it is approved by the City Council and executed by the Mayor.
P. 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.
Q. 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.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have executed this Agreement on the
Effective Date first written above.
LICENSEE:
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ni Allison, ident
Meridian Senior Center
CITY OF MERIDIAN:
Attest:
Robert E. Simison, Mayor 3-4-2025
Chris Johnson, City Clerk
3-4-2025
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