HomeMy WebLinkAboutC2026-032 - 3/17/2026 - NA USE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF CORPUS CHRISTI
AND OSO PONY BASEBALL OF CORPUS CHRISTI, INC. AND AGREEMENT FOR
EXCLUSIVE USE OF CONCESSION STAND
This use agreement ("Agreement") is entered into by and between the City of Corpus
Christi, a Texas home rule municipal corporation ("City") and OSO PONY BASEBALL
OF CORPUS CHRISTI, INC. ("Licensee"), a nonprofit corporation, acting through its duly
authorized agent.
WHEREAS, the City owns property described on the attached Exhibit A, which
said property is located in Corpus Christi, Nueces County, Texas, which will be known as
the "Premises"; and
WHEREAS, the City desires to allow Licensee to use the Premises for said
program;
NOW, THEREFORE, the City and Licensee, in consideration of the mutual promises and
covenants herein, agree as follows:
Section 1. Term. The term of this Agreement shall be for an initial period of one (1) year
and shall automatically renew for successive one-year terms unless terminated by either
party in accordance with this Agreement.
Section 2. Contact Person/Agreement Administrator. For this Agreement, the City's
contact person and Agreement administrator is the Director of Parks and Recreation or
designee ("Director") or designee.
Section 3. Premises and Facilities. City agrees to allow Licensee to use the Premises,
as described and delineated in Exhibit A, the site map which is attached hereto and
incorporated herein by reference. Included with this Agreement are certain facilities as
expressly delineated in Exhibit B, attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference.
Any other facilities not listed in Exhibit B shall not be used by Licensee without prior written
approval by the Director or designee.
Section 4. Facility Cost. Licensee agrees to pay an hourly rate for field reservations as
outlined in Exhibit C, attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference. All fees are
due and payable on or before the 1st day of each month for the term of this
Agreement. Payment must be made using the Parks and Recreation online payment
system ("Civic Rec"). Failure to submit payments by the 3rd day of each month will require
the addition of a $50.00 late fee. If the Licensee has paid rental/reservation fees in
advance and subsequently provides written notice that a scheduled reservation will not
be used, the City shall reimburse the Licensee or apply a credit to the Licensee's account
for the unused rental/reservation within 14 days' notice from Licensee.
Section 5. Prohibited Use of Premises and Facilities. Licensee shall not use or occupy
or permit the Premises or Facilities or any part thereof to be used or occupied for any
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unlawful business, unlawful use purpose, nor for any business, use, or purpose deemed
disreputable or extra hazardous, nor for any purpose of in any manner which is in violation
of any present or future governmental laws or regulations. Licensee will not do or permit
anything to be done in, upon or about the premises that increases the fire hazard beyond
that which exists by reason of the ordinary use or occupancy of the premises for the
purposes specified in the exhibits. Licensee will not be or permit to be done anything
which will make uninsurable the premises or any part thereof. Licensee will not permit
any mechanic's or other liens to stand against the premises for work or material furnished
to Licensee. Licensee shall indemnify the City against all costs,
expenses, liabilities, losses, damages, injunctions, suits, fines,
penalties, claims, and demands, including reasonable counsel
fees arising out of any violation of or default in the covenants.
Section 6. Use of Fields and Field Scheduling. Licensee shall schedule practices,
regular season games, related activities, tournaments, tryouts, and additional games
("Event" or "Events") as needed. References to "event" or "events" in this Agreement,
whether capitalized or not, shall be deemed to refer to an Event or Events as defined
herein. Licensee shall provide the Corpus Christi Parks and Recreation Department
("PARD") a schedule for field use on each individual field at least 30 days before the first
day of the athletic season. This can be sent via e-mail or mail to the Director or designee.
Licensee shall provide such schedule to PARD to reserve the appropriate fields for its
baseball events. In the event that the schedule changes or additional events are
scheduled, Licensee shall notify PARD at least 5 days prior to the Event. All other
activities are subject to the terms of Section 25 below.
Section 7. Premises Maintenance & Facility Setup.
A. Licensee shall collect all trash and litter from the Premises and Facilities
each day at the conclusion of the Event(s) and dispose of it properly and in
the manner set out below in Section 17.
B. City will ensure that all sports-specific line markings are completed for
Licensee's league games and will drag and set bases for practice. The City
shall setup, provide, and maintain standard baseball field equipment
customarily supplied for reservations, rentals, and events, including bases,
pitching mounds, home plates, and related field hardware.
C. City will be responsible for mowing and field maintenance outside and inside
the chain link fences. The City's responsibility includes but is not limited to
maintenance and repair of fencing, parking lots, restrooms, edging the
infields, and sidewalks.
D. City shall be responsible for routine field and facility maintenance inside and
outside the chain link fences. Such responsibility includes, but is not limited
to, mowing and trimming, turf maintenance, minor repairs, and maintenance
and repair of fencing, parking lots, restrooms, sidewalks, and related
infrastructure.
E. The City shall maintain a publicly accessible calendar reflecting all field
reservations, rentals, and scheduled uses of the Premises. Licensee shall
be granted access to view such calendar for planning and coordination
purposes.
F. In addition, the Licensee shall be permitted reasonable access to its
reserved fields and facilities up to twenty-four (24) hours prior to its
scheduled rental/reservation for purposes of field inspection, preparation,
and setup, provided such access does not materially interfere with a prior
scheduled use approved by the City.
G. The City shall be responsible for unlocking, locking, and otherwise making
restroom facilities accessible for Licensee's scheduled events, including
ensuring that restrooms are open and available for public use during the
duration of such events. Licensee shall not be responsible for providing
access to, unlocking, or securing restroom facilities for any person or
organization not affiliated with Licensee.
H. During Licensee's scheduled Events, the City shall provide Licensee
reasonable access to the conference room located on the Premises for
operational purposes related to such Events, including meetings,
scorekeeping, administration, or event coordination.
Section 8. Facility Maintenance.
A. Licensee shall obtain all Health Department Certificates for each person
who will be staffing the concession building during Events and copies of
those certificates must be submitted to the Director at the beginning of each
calendar year, and thereafter only if certificates are renewed, updated,
expire, or if new personnel are added.
B. Licensee shall obtain written permission from Director or designee before
any installation or repairs.
C. Licensee shall keep in operation only the essential appliances during the
season's non-use times when the facility is unused for more than 30 days.
Only refrigerators and freezers may be left on during nonuse times. All air
conditioners and heaters shall be turned off during non-use times. Ice
machines shall be unplugged, and ice machine water lines unhooked during
the off-season.
D. City will be responsible for all fixtures, appliances, and all equipment
necessary for storage, preparation, and serving of food and drinks in a
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clean, safe, sanitary manner in compliance with City, County, and State
statutes, ordinances, and applicable government agencies.
E. City will be responsible for off-season winterizing of plumbing fixtures and
cutting off all water inside the concession building from December 1 to
January 31 or at the end of the current season.
F. City will be responsible for all maintenance and repairs to the permanent
physical structure of the buildings, such as electrical wiring, plumbing, and
other structural components, except in cases of negligence or intentional
misuse by Licensee or Licensee's agents. In such cases, Licensee shall be
liable.
G. Licensee shall retain the exclusive right to occupy, staff, and operate the
concession stand building during any event, reservation, rental,
tournament, showcase, or organized activity conducted on the Premises by
a non-affiliated organization, group, or individual. No other organization,
group, or individual shall be permitted to sell, distribute, or provide food,
beverages, snacks, concessions, or similar items within the concession
stand building (Concession Stand), on the Premises, or within the area
depicted in Exhibit D, attached hereto and incorporated herein by
reference, or any gate to the Oso Baseball Complex during any Licensee-
scheduled Event, without the prior written consent of the Licensee.
Individuals shall be allowed to bring in water, formula and baby food,
breastmilk, or medically necessary food or drink in any container for their
own personal use or use by their own child or dependent.
H. Nothing herein shall require the Licensee to operate the concession stand
during events conducted by non-affiliated users, but if concessions are
operated, such operation shall be exclusively by the Licensee. The
Licensee shall not be required to pay any admission fee, gate fee, access
fee, rental fee, or similar charge to any non-affiliated organization, group, or
individual in order to enter the Premises, occupy the Concession Stand, or
operate concessions during any event or activity, up to three individuals.
Should Licensee exceed three individuals to staff the Concession Stand,
Licensee shall pay any admission fee, gate fee, access fee, rental fee, or
any other similar charge to the non-affiliated user of the fields for each of
those additional individuals.
Section 9. General Maintenance.
A. City will provide a level of maintenance service to all park and recreation
facilities that ensure the safe and efficient use of facilities by Licensee and
the general public.
B. Licensee shall be responsible for correcting hazardous conditions related
to Licensee's activities. Failure to address the hazardous conditions within
24 hours could result in the suspension of all league activity.
C. Licensee shall be responsible for and bear all costs related to the operation
of any and all league, season, or sport-specific upkeep to the facility.
D. Licensee is responsible for maintaining its own equipment, materials, and
supplies, including but not limited to bases, public address systems, and
nets. City will provide a Conex box to Licensee to store its personal
property, equipment, material, and supplies during the term of this
agreement. Until such time as the Conex box is delivered and made
available for use, the City shall allow Licensee to store its personal property,
equipment, materials, and supplies in the on-premises storage facility. The
Conex box shall be, at a minimum, the same square-footage as the current
storage facility, and be at least eight (8) feet tall.
E. City will not provide maintenance or upkeep to property or facilities that are
not owned by the City, but retains the right to remove the property after 72-
hour written notification to Licensee.
Section 10: Security. City parks are patrolled regularly by the Corpus Christi Police
Department ("CCPD"). PARD provides Park Compliance to monitor the parks. The role
of City personnel is to conduct daily visits and inspections and report problems to PARD
and/or CCPD. As such, it is neither the responsibility nor the right of persons other than
those representing the City to enforce park rules and regulations. If you are a witness to
a violation of those rules or actions inconsistent with expectations of a public setting,
please contact a City employee, or for reporting after-hours incidents (6:00 p.m. to 8:00
a.m., weekends and holidays), contact CCPD's main number (361) 826-2600. The City
shall post signs listing the telephone numbers. Licensee shall be responsible for the total
contents of all buildings. Securing any insurance to include all contents of the building(s)
is optional and will be the responsibility of Licensee.
Section 11: Restroom Facilities. Restroom facilities are available at City-owned
facilities. The cleaning of restrooms and provision of necessary supplies is the
responsibility of City. City will clean the restrooms as needed. City expects assistance in
meeting the health and safety needs of our park's patrons. Licensee may be responsible
for supplemental cleaning of the restrooms associated with Licensee's activities and
events. The City does not encourage the use of restroom facilities at private or semi-
public facilities located adjacent to City-owned parks.
Section 12: Facility Keys. Keys will be provided by City to Licensee for the concession
building, storage building, gates, and lighting boxes. Keys may be limited to maximum of
two keys issued for each facility. Upon termination of this Agreement, Licensee shall
provide a list of all member names and telephone numbers in possession of facility keys.
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Section 13. Parking.
A. Licensee is entitled to use parking areas located at each park.
B. All users are required to obey all traffic laws and regulations when utilizing
park roadways. "No Parking" areas, as designated by posted signs, will be
strictly enforced.
C. Provisions can be made to reserve parking spaces for Emergency Vehicles.
D. Handicapped parking spaces are available at each established parking
area.
E. No motorized vehicles will be allowed in the parks. An exemption will be
made to accommodate emergency vehicles assisting or attending to an
accident or injury, for ADA accommodations, or for the delivery of
equipment, supplies, and/or materials.
F. Charging for parking is not allowed.
G. Licensee shall not drive, operate, or otherwise use vehicles or machinery
on walkways or in the facility for purposes other than those approved by the
City Manager or his appointee.
H. Licensee shall not allow any players, coaches, managers, referees,
umpires, spectators, vendors, or other invitees or attendees to use any
vehicles on the walkway, in the facility, or onto the athletic fields.
Section 14. Lighting Policies. Activity lighting shall end no later than 10:00 p.m. on
weekdays and 11:00 p.m. on Saturday or Sunday evenings.
Section 15: Signage.
A. All signage must be submitted to Director for written approval prior to
installation or replacement. Director or designee reserves the right to deny
any signage.
B. Sponsorship signs are allowed at facilities if they meet the City
specifications. The City recognizes two types of sponsorship signs:
Sponsorship signs attached to the concession building or other
buildings; and
ii. Sponsorship signs attached to ball field fence work and field
scoreboards.
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C. Licensee shall submit proposed placement of permanent sponsorship signs
or sponsorship signs attached to buildings prior to installation or
replacement to Director and receive written authorization prior to installation
or replacement.
B. Sponsorship signs attached to fence work must not exceed 4 feet tall, at
least '/4-inch thick, and 8 feet wide. These signs may be attached to the ball
field fences if they are legible from the ball field viewing area, are well
painted and maintained as decided by Director, and are all placed at the
same height from the ground. The City before installation must approve the
exact placement of the sign.
C. Requests to place signs on facilities that have not previously had signs will
require the advance approval of the Director. A written request must be
submitted to the Director or designee prior to the desired date of installation.
Director or designee reserves the right to deny approval.
D. All sponsorship signs that are damaged from weather, vandalism, or normal
wear and tear must be repaired or replaced by Licensee within a reasonable
time after notification by Director or designee or Manager. If not replaced or
repaired in a timely manner, the City reserves the right to remove and
dispose of the sign.
E. All sponsorship signs shall be reviewed annually to determine if they should
be repaired, updated, or removed. Prior approval of a design or placement
of signage will not be a guarantee of continued approval. Director or
designee reserves the right to determine if signage should be repaired,
updated, or removed.
F. City may place sponsorship signs at its discretion.
G. If the Licensee submits a complete written request for approval of signage
or sponsorship placement in accordance with this Section and the Director
or designee does not approve or deny the request in writing within fourteen
(14) calendar days of receipt, the request shall be deemed approved, and
the Licensee may proceed with installation as proposed.
H. Unless earlier revoked, approval to construct, erect, or place a fence or wall
sign is valid for one year from the date of approval. Requests for annual
renewal of specific signs shall be submitted in writing to the Director or
designee.
Section 16. Litter Control.
A. Licensee shall be responsible for removing trash on the days of their events
from dugouts, in and around concession stands, playing fields,
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facilities/buildings, parking areas, and common areas for trash, debris, and
litter associated with its activities. Licensee shall dispose of trash and
recyclables to the dumpsters at the close of the concession building each
evening.
B. The City will share the responsibility to keep all facilities clean of trash,
debris, and litter. Currently the City collects trash from the trash receptacles
daily at all community and neighborhood parks. Litter and debris collection
is completed daily by the City. The City will incur the cost of providing
dumpster and recycling containers which will be scheduled to be emptied
on a weekly basis throughout the term of this Agreement.
C. The City shall provide and maintain dumpster service and solid waste
collection for the Premises throughout the term of this Agreement.
Section 17. Service Request/Work Order System. All service and maintenance
requests must be made through the City's 3-1-1 system (call menu #7: "other services")
to generate a work order or service/maintenance request. Emergency requests may be
made in person. In-person requests must be followed up with a service or maintenance
quest through the 3-1-1 system.
Section 18. Vandalism.
A. Licensee shall be responsible for properly securing access to all doors,
windows, or any other points from which a person could enter during and at
the end of its events.
B. Licensee shall be responsible for securing the concession building, storage
building, and batting cages when not in use by Licensee.
C. City will share in the responsibility of deterrence by providing sufficient
lighting, frequent police patrols, security cameras, overall security
assessment, and other measures upon the review and permission of the
Director or designee.
D. Repairs to facilities caused by vandalism will be the responsibility of the City
unless it is found under investigation that access was not secured by
Licensee. The City will repair or replace due to vandalism, as necessary,
the following equipment: air conditioners/heaters, electrical and lightning
systems, telephone systems, plumbing systems, or others upon review and
permission of the Director.
E. Licensee shall be responsible for replacing or repairing items vandalized
which Licensee owns, including but not limited to, the netting on the batting
cages which may become worn by use.
Section 19. Emergencies and Accidents. Licensee and its agents and representatives
should make every attempt to inform the PARD of all accidents that require medical
attention by health care professionals. Accidents involving the condition or maintenance
of facilities should be reported to PARD at the beginning of the first business day following
the accident. Emergencies involving maintenance of the facility should be reported
immediately by contacting CCPD at (361) 886-2600.
Section 20. Utilities. Electric and water service, which will be in the name of the City, will
be available to Licensee on an as-required basis during its regular seasons or approved
special off-season activities. Licensee shall schedule with the City, at least 5 business
days in advance, if field lights are required. The City will be responsible for 100% of the
electrical costs and will be responsible for all charges associated with providing service
for water and sewer. It is intended that water and sewer service shall always be the sole
responsibility of the City.
Section 21. Sportsmanship Program. Licensee shall promote sportsmanship and
positive conduct among its coaches, participants, and families. Licensee shall utilize a
state-recognized, nationally recognized, or Director-approved sportsmanship, conduct, or
educational program or materials.
Section 22. Background Checks. Licensee shall require satisfactory criminal
background checks on each of its Board members and coaches associated with its sports
program.
Section 23. Assignment and Sublease. This Agreement may not be, in whole or in
part, assigned, directly or indirectly, without the prior written consent of the City. For
purposes of this Agreement, a `sublease' means the transfer or conveyance by the
Licensee of possessory or exclusive use rights to all or a material portion of the Premises
to a third party for consideration, such that the Licensee relinquishes primary control and
operational responsibility during the period of use. "Third Party" herein means any
individual, organization, entity, or group other than the Licensee. Third party does not
include the Licensee's teams, players, coaches, volunteers, officials, umpires, parents,
spectators, sponsors, vendors engaged by the Licensee, or participants in Licensee-
scheduled events (collectively "Licensee's affiliates" herein). Subleasing of the
Premises is strictly prohibited. Any subleasing of the Premises shall constitute a
material breach of this Agreement. At no time shall Licensee charge third party
organizations fees or in-kind services for use of the City-owned Premises, Improvements,
or Concession Stand. If a third-party organization, person, party, or entity wishes to use
the Premises and Improvements, those reservations shall go through the City.
Concession Stand is to be operated by Licensee only. At no time shall Licensee accept
cash, payments, or in-kind services from third party organizations for use of the Premises,
Improvements, or Concession Stand. Notwithstanding the foregoing, the collection by the
Licensee of league fees, team fees, entry fees, registration fees, or participation-related
charges from teams, players, or participants for Licensee-scheduled games, practices,
tournaments, showcases, or other events shall not be deemed an assignment, sublease,
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or rental of the Premises, Improvements, or Concession Stand, provided the Licensee
retains primary control and operational responsibility for such Events.
Section 24. Tournaments and Showcases.
The Licensee's right to conduct tournaments on the Premises is strictly limited to
Licensee's sanctioned tournaments. For purposes of this Agreement, "sanctioned" means
officially approved, recognized, and governed by the respective national or regional Pony
League organization.
The Licensee shall not host, organize, permit, or facilitate any other type of "non-
sanctioned" tournament, including but not limited to:
1. Tournaments where a third party person, organization, entity, athletic
organization, club, school, or league is charging a fee to conduct or participate in
an event at the subject premises;
2. Invitational or showcase tournaments organized by third party organizations and
where a fee is being charged by such organization to conduct or participate in an
event at the subject premises.
Any tournament activity beyond Licensee's sanctioned tournaments requires the City's
prior written consent and, if conducted without such approval, shall constitute a breach of
this Agreement.
Section 25. Joint Use.
A. The City retains joint use of the Premises and Improvements during the term
of this Agreement, with priority use rights over the Licensee. Licensee shall
have exclusive control of the Premises only during its scheduled use for
Licensee's sport program and event purposes. All requests for scheduled
organized activities by other organizations shall be subject to review and
approval or denial by the Director or designee.
B. City retains the right to use or cross the Premises with utility lines and/or
easements. City may exercise these rights without compensation to
Licensee for damages to the Premises and/or any Improvements from
installing, maintaining, repairing, or removing the utility lines and/or
easements. City must use reasonable judgment in locating the utility lines
and/or easements to minimize damage to the Premises and its Facilities.
Section 26. Current Officers and Board of Directors and Bylaws. Licensee must
provide its current list of officers and boards of Directors (List) to Director at time
Agreement is signed and then annually within thirty (30) days of Licensee's fiscal year.
List must contain each person's title, name, phone number, and email address. Licensee
must notify Director in writing within thirty (30) days if there are any changes in the List.
Licensee must provide Director with copy of the current bylaws at the time this Agreement
is signed and provide Director with any amendments to the bylaws within thirty (30) days
if there are any changes to the bylaws.
Section 27. Audit. At City's option, City may cause, at ally reasonable time, at least ten
(10) business days prior written notice to Licensee, an audit to be made of Licensee's
books of account with respect to its use of Premises and Improvements. Such audit may
be made by a qualified representative selected by City, including City Auditor. If Licensee
elects to dispute any such audit, Licensee may engage an independent Certified Public
Accountant or other qualified representative selected by Licensee to complete an audit
with respect to its use under this Agreement. Such Auditor may not be a member of
Licensee's organization, nor shall such Auditor have children who participate in
Licensee's events held under this Agreement.
Section 28. Advertising.
A. Advertising related to the Licensee's nonprofit organization, programs,
registration, events, tournaments, and activities shall be permitted on the
Premises and Facilities, subject to reasonable time, place, and manner
restrictions consistent with this Agreement and applicable City specifications.
B. Advertising signage, banners, posters, or similar materials shall be subject to
the same review, placement, size, and maintenance standards applicable to
sponsorship signage under this Agreement. Advertising that is unsafe,
obscene, or inconsistent with the recreational purpose of the Premises may be
prohibited by the Director or designee.
C. Advertising by the Licensee shall not be unreasonably denied, conditioned, or
delayed, and prior approval shall not be required for temporary or event-specific
advertising related to Licensee-scheduled Events that complies with City
specifications.
D. Nothing herein shall prohibit the City from regulating commercial advertising
unrelated to the Licensee's nonprofit activities from placing City-approved
advertising or sponsorship signage at its discretion.
Section 29. Indemnity. Licensee, its officers, members, partners,
employees, representatives, agents, and licensees (collectively,
Indemnitors) covenant to fully indemnify, save, and hold harmless
the City, its officers, employees, representatives, and agents
(collectively, Indemnitees) from and against all claims, demands,
actions, damages, losses, costs, liabilities, expenses, and
judgments asserted against or recovered from City on account of
injury or damage to person including, without limitation on the
foregoing, premises defects, workers compensation and death
claims, or property loss or damage of any kind whatsoever, to the
extent any damage or injury may be incident to, arise out of, be
caused by, or be in any way connected with, either proximately or
remotely, wholly or in part, (1) the existence, use, operation,
maintenance, alteration, or repair of Premises and the Licensee's
programs; (2) the exercise of rights under this Agreement; (3) an
act or omission, negligence, or misconduct on the part of any
persons having involvement in, participation with, or business
with the Premises, Licensee, or the Licensee's program whether
authorized with the express or implied invitation or permission of
Licensee (collectively, Licensee's Invitees) entering upon the
Premises or its Improvements pursuant to this Agreement, or
trespassers entering upon the Premises or its Improvements
during Licensee's use or physical occupation of the Premises; or
(4) due to any of the hazards associated with sporting events,
training, or practice as a spectator or participant including, but not
limited to, any injury or damage resulting, wholly or in part,
proximately or remotely, from the violation by lndemnitees or any
them of any law, rule, regulation, ordinance, or government order
of any kind; and including any injury or damage in any other way
and including all expenses arising from litigation, court costs, and
attorneys fees, which arise, or are claimed to arise from, out of, or
in connection with the asserted or recovered incident.
Licensee covenants and agrees that if City is made a party to any
litigation against Licensee or in any litigation commenced by any
party, other than Licensee relating to this Agreement, Licensee
shall, upon receipt of reasonable notice regarding commencement
of litigation, at its own expense, investigate all claims and
demands, attend to their settlement or other disposition, defend
City in all actions based thereon with counsel satisfactory to
lndemnitees, and pay all charges of attorneys and all other costs
and expenses of any kind arising from any said liability, damage,
loss, demand, claim, or action.
Section 30. Insurance. Licensee shall comply with the insurance requirements in
Exhibit E, attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference.
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Section 31. Termination.
A. City Manager may immediately terminate this Agreement for cause and
without penalty if the City Manager determines, in his sole discretion, that
Licensee is no longer fulfilling the primary purpose of the Agreement.
B. In addition, the City Manager may immediately terminate this Agreement for
cause and without penalty if he determines, in its sole discretion that
Licensee is in violation of any Federal, State, or local government law, rule,
regulation, or ordinance.
C. Additionally, if there is noncompliance with one or more of the provisions
contained herein, the Director must give Licensee written notice to cure or
begin curing the default(s) within ten business days of receipt of the notice.
If Licensee is not in compliance or in substantial compliance with each
provision identified by the Director within ten (10) business days of receiving
said notice, the City may terminate this Agreement for cause without penalty
by providing written notice of termination.
D. Either City Manager or Licensee may terminate this Agreement without
cause without penalty by giving 30 days written notice to the non-
terminating party.
E. Licensee's property must be removed from the Premises and Facilities upon
date of termination. If it is not removed by Licensee, then City may retain
property for City purposes or City may dispose of the property in any
manner deemed appropriate by Director or designee and Licensee shall
pay City's costs for disposal.
F. Notwithstanding any other provision of this Agreement, including the City's
right to terminate with or without cause, once Licensee has publicly opened
registration for a seasonal league program and such registration has
commenced, the City shall not terminate this Agreement, suspend
Licensee's operations, or revoke Licensee's use of the Premises and
Facilities in a manner that prevents completion of that season, except in
cases of:
1. Immediate threats to public health or safety;
2. Damage rendering the Premises unusable;
3. Court order;
4. Force majeure as defined herein; or
5. Material breach by Licensee that remains uncured after written notice
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and opportunity to cure pursuant to this Agreement.
6. For purposes of this section, a "season" shall mean the period beginning
on the first date of public registration for that season and ending upon
completion of all scheduled regular season games, tournaments, and
playoffs/all stars for that season, so long as the events outlined in this
section were provided to PARD at the beginning of the season. Any
events not provided to PARD at the beginning of the season shall not be
considered. Post-season activities not listed in this section shall not be
included.
7. In the event of termination or non-renewal, such termination shall not
become effective until the conclusion of the active season then
underway, unless one of the exceptions listed above applies.
Section 32. Weather Issues and Cancellations.
A. Licensee shall leave the field and suspend ALL outdoor activities if lightning
is observed or thunder is audible. Every person should immediately seek
shelter in a building or automobile and remain in shelter until thirty (30)
minutes following the last sign of thunder or lightning.
B. Additionally, PARD reserves the right to delay or cancel play or restrict
access to fields for special occurrences including, but not limited to, the
following:
1. Emergency or damage that causes a safety concern;
2. Standing-water on the field;
3. Wet/spongy soil;
4. Play would result in damage to the field;
5. Inclement weather, severe weather, or steady rain;
6. Visible frost or snow layer on field; or
7. Any other condition or circumstance that necessitates a delay,
cancellation, or restriction.
C. The determination that a delay, cancellation, or restriction is necessitated
by any one or more of the conditions or circumstances listed above is in the
sole discretion of PARD. Cancellations will adhere to the following timelines
as closely as possible:
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SCHEDULED EVENT: CANCEL NO LATER THAN:
Local game/practice 2 hours before scheduled event
Hosting games involving out of 24 hours before scheduled event
town teams
Tournament 24 hours before scheduled event
Custom Event 24 hours before scheduled event
D. PARD will make every effort to accommodate all approved field
reservations, especially for tournaments and events that have no rain date
options. If additional dates, times, or fields are needed to reschedule make-
up games, preapproval by PARD is required. Damage resulting from
unauthorized use, particularly during wet or rainy conditions, or for any other
reasons resulting from the actions of the Licensee, are the responsibility of
the Licensee. The Licensee or individual will be held financially responsible
for all damages.
E. Cancellation/refunds for users who cancel a field reservation(s) less than
seven days ahead of scheduled date will be responsible for full price of that
field rental(s). If Licensee cancels a field reservation at least seven days in
advance of a scheduled date, Licensee will not be charged or will receive a
full refund of deposit (if applicable).
F. If PARD cancels a reservation, the deposit and any other fees paid will be
refunded in full. There will not be any other remuneration or compensation.
G. Cancellation due to 1) unfavorable weather, 2) field conditions that would
result in damage of the fields, 3) and when there is no mutually agreed upon
reschedule date, there will be no fees charged and deposits/fees will be
credited to account.
Section 33: Enhancements.
A. Licensee shall not install, build, or perform any type of facility or property
improvement without the express written consent of the Director. Any
alteration, addition, or improvement made by Licensee after such prior
written consent shall have been given, and any fixtures and improvements
installed as a part thereof, shall at the City of Corpus Christi option, become
the property of the City of Corpus Christi upon the expiration or sooner
termination of the Agreement, provided, however, that the City of Corpus
Christi shall have the right to require Licensee to remove such fixtures at
the Licensee's cost upon such termination of this Agreement.
B. All movable trade fixtures and personal property, exclusive of heating and/or
air conditioning, shall remain the property of the Licensee.
C. Enhancements could include but are not limited to, enlarging ball fields,
establishing new fields, bleachers, benches, extra landscaping, and
modifying irrigation systems.
D. Requests for improvements must be submitted in writing to the Parks and
Recreation Department at least 30 days prior to the desired date of
performing the improvement. All requests require approval of the City
Manager or designee.
Section 34: City Ordinances and Policies. Licensee shall comply with City ordinances
and policies related to the use of park Premises and Facilities.
Section 35. Notice. All notices, demands, requests, or replies provided for or permitted,
under this Agreement, by either party must be in writing and must be delivered by one of
the following methods: (1) by personal delivery; or (2) by deposit with the United States
Postal Service as certified or registered mail, return receipt requested, postage prepaid.
Notice deposited with the United States Postal Service in the manner described above
will be deemed effective two business days after deposit with the United States Postal
Service. All such communications must only be made to the following:
If to City:
City of Corpus Christi
Attn: Director of Park & Recreation
P. O. Box 9277
Corpus Christi, TX 78469-9277
Email: sergiog3@corpuschristitx.gov
If to Licensee:
OSO Pony Baseball of Corpus Christi, Inc.
1901 Paul Jones Avenue
Corpus Christi, TX 78412
Email:
With a copy to:
Rey Saenz
5826 Sutherland Drive
Corpus Christi, TX 78414
Either party may change the address to which notice is sent by using a method set out
above. Licensee will notify the City of an address change within 30 days after the address
is changed.
Section 36. Amendments. No alterations, changes, or modifications of the terms of this
Agreement, nor the waiver of any provision will be valid unless made in writing and signed
by a person authorized to sign agreements on behalf of each party.
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Section 37. Waiver.
A. The failure of either party to complain of any act or omission on the part of
the other party, no matter how long the same may continue, will not be
deemed a waiver by said party of any of its rights.
B. No waiver of any covenant or condition or of the breach of any covenant or
condition of this Agreement by either party at any time, express or implied,
shall be taken to constitute a waiver of any subsequent breach of the
covenant or condition nor shall justify or authorize the nonobservance on
any other occasion of the same or any other covenant or condition.
C. If any action by the Licensee requires the consent or approval of the City on
one occasion, any consent or approval given on said occasion will not be
deemed a consent or approval of the same or any other action at any other
occasion.
D. Any waiver or indulgence of Licensee's default of any provision of this
Agreement shall not be considered an estoppel against the City. It is
expressly understood that, if at any time Licensee is in default in any of its
conditions or covenants hereunder, the failure on the part of City to promptly
avail itself of said rights and remedies which the City may have will not be
considered a waiver on the part of the City, but the City may at any time
avail itself of said rights or remedies or elect to terminate this Agreement on
account of said default.
Section 38. Force Majeure. No party to this Agreement will be liable for failures or delays
in performance due to any cause beyond their control including, without limitation, any
failures or delays in performance caused by strikes, lock outs, fires, acts of God or the
public enemy, common carrier, severe inclement weather, riots or interference by civil or
military authorities. The rights and obligations of the parties will be temporarily suspended
during this period to the extent performance is reasonably affected.
Section 39. Captions. The captions in this Agreement are for convenience only, are not
a part of this Agreement, and do not in any way limit or amplify the terms and provisions
of this Agreement.
Section 40. Severability.
A. If, for any reason, any section, paragraph, subdivision, clause, provision,
phrase, or word of this Agreement or the application hereof to any person
or circumstance is, to any extent, held illegal, invalid, or unenforceable
under present or future law or by a final judgment of a court of competent
jurisdiction, then the remainder of this Agreement, or the application of said
term or provision to persons or circumstances other than those as to which
it is held illegal, invalid, or unenforceable, will not be affected thereby, for it
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is the definite intent of the parties to this Agreement that every section,
paragraph, subdivision, clause, provision, phrase, or word hereof be given
full force and effect for its purpose.
B. To the extent that any clause or provision is held illegal, invalid, or
unenforceable under present or future law effective during the term of this
Agreement, then the remainder of this Agreement is not affected thereby,
and in lieu of each such illegal, invalid, or unenforceable clause or provision,
a clause or provision, as similar in terms to such illegal, invalid, or
unenforceable clause or provision as may be possible and be legal, valid,
and enforceable, will be added to this Agreement automatically.
Section 41. Compliance with State and Federal Laws. The following provisions are in
this contract for compliance with state and federal law, and the City does not opine on
their validity or enforceability. Licensee shall bear the entire sole burden for complying
with any of these clauses. Prior to the enforcement of any of the following clauses, the
City will give at least 30 days notice of alleged violation thereof and an opportunity for the
Licensee to be heard concerning the alleged violation, effect thereof on the City, and
proposed remedial measures:
• Licensee warrants that it is and will continue to be an equal opportunity
employer and hereby covenants that no employee or customer will be
discriminated against because of race, religion, sex, age, disability, creed,
color, or national origin.
• Licensee shall provide all services and activities required to comply with the
Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended, the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Public
Law 93-1122, Section 504, and with the provisions of the Americans with
Disabilities Act of 1990, Public Law 101-336 [S.933].
• Licensee agrees to comply with Tex. Gov't Code § 2252.908 and submit
Form 1295 to the City with the signed agreement. The Parties agree that
the City is not responsible for the information contained in Form 1295.
• In accordance with Tex. Gov't Code §2252.909, Licensee must include in
each contract for the construction, alteration or repair of an improvement to
this property a condition that the contractor execute a payment bond that
conforms to Subchapter I, Chapter 53, Property Code and a performance
bond equal to the amount of the contract and conditioned on the faithful
performance of the contractor's work in accordance with the plans,
specifications and contract documents. Licensee must provide the City with
a notice of commencement at least 90 days prior to start of construction,
alteration or repair that complies with Texas Gov't Code § 2252.909.
Section 42. Entirety Clause. This Agreement and the attached and incorporated
exhibits constitute the entire agreement between the City and Licensee for the purpose
granted. All other agreements, promises, representations, and understandings, oral or
otherwise, with reference to the subject matter hereof, unless contained in this Agreement
are expressly revoked, except for the promulgation of future maintenance rules as
contemplated herein above, as the parties intend to provide for a complete understanding
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within the provisions of this Agreement and its exhibits of the terms, conditions, promises,
and covenants governing each party's performance hereunder and as relating to
Licensee's use of the Premises.
CITY OF CORPUS CHRISTI
ATTEST:
Robert Dodd R cca Huerta
Director of Parks and Recreation City Secretary
APPROVED AS TO FORM: g(A_a4 ( 1 , 20T4;
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Assistant City Attorney
For Miles Risley, City Attorney
LICENSEE
OSO PONY BASEBALL OF CORPUS CHRISTI, INC.
By: Red Senz
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Exhibit List:
Exhibit A — Premises
Exhibit B — Field Inventory
Exhibit C — Fee Schedule
Exhibit D — Exclusive Area Prohibiting Sale, Distribution, Food, Beverages, Snacks,
Concessions, or Similar Items
Exhibit E — Insurance Exhibit
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Exhibit A — Premises
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Exhibit B - Field Inventory
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The City of Corpus Christi Parks and Recreation is responsible for scheduling the following athletic fields:
Field Type of use permitted Hrty<7pm Hrly>7pm Tournament Rate
#1 Youth Kickball $4.25 $5.25 $15/hr+$10(lights)
#2 Youth Kickball $4.25 $5.25 $15/hr+$10(lights)
#3 Youth Kickball $4.25 $5.25 $15/hr+$10(lights)
#4 Youth Kickball $4.25 $5.25 $15/hr+$10(lights)
#1 Youth Baseball $4.25 $5.25 $20/hr+$10(lights)
#2 Youth Baseball $4.25 $5.25 $20/hr+$10(lights)
#3 Youth Baseball $4.25 $5.25 $20/hr+$10(lights)
#4 Youth Baseball $4.25 $5.25 $20/hr+$10(lights)
#5 Youth Baseball $4.25 $5.25 $20/hr+$10(lights)
#6 Youth Baseball $4.25 $5.25 $20/hr+$10(lights)
#7 Youth Baseball/Softball $4.25 $5.25 $20/hr+$10(lights)
#8 Youth Baseball $4.25 $5.25 $20/hr+$10(lights)
#9 Youth Baseball $4.25 $5.25 $20/hr+$10(lights)
#10 Youth Kickball $4.25 $5.25 $20/hr+$10(lights)
#11 Youth Kickball $4.25 $5.25 $20/hr+$10 (lights)
#12 Youth Kickball $4.25 $5.25 $20/hr+$10(lights)
#13 Youth Kickball $4.25 $5.25 $20/hr+$10(lights)
#1 Multi-Purpose Field $4.25 N/A $15/hr
#2 Multi-Purpose Field $4.25 N/A $15/hr
#3 Multi-Purpose Field $4.25 N/A $15/hr
#4 Multi-Purpose Field $4.25 N/A $15/hr
#5 Youth Soccer $4.25 $5.25 $15/hr+$10(lights)
#6 Youth Soccer $4.25 N/A $15/hr
#7 Youth Soccer $4.25 N/A $15/hr
#8 Youth Soccer $4.25 N/A $15/hr
#9 Youth Soccer $4.25 N/A $15/hr
#1 Youth Baseball $4.25 $5.25 $15/hr+$10 (lights)
#2 Youth Baseball $4.25 $5.25 $15/hr+$10(lights)
#3 Youth Baseball $4.25 $5.25 $15/hr+$10(lights)
#4 Warm up Area
#5 Rental Only Youth Baseball $45.00 $65.00 $250/12 hrs.
#6 Cricket Field N/A
#7 Rental Only Youth Baseball $45.00 $65.00 $250/12 hrs.
#8 Rental Only Youth Softball $45.00 $65.00 $250/12 hrs.
THE CITY OF CORPUS CHRISTI PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT RESERVES THE RIGHT TO SUSPEND FIELD AVAILABILITY DUE TO
WEATHER AND/OROTHER CONDITIONS IN WHICH USE WOULD CAUSE EXCESSIVE DAMAGE.
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The City of Corpus Christi Parks and Recreation is responsible for scheduling the following athletic fields:
Field Type of use permitted Hrly<7pm Hrly>7pm Tournament Rate
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#9 Rental Only Youth Softball $45.00 $65.00 $250/12 hrs.
#10 Rental Only Youth Softball $45.00 $65.00 $250/12 hrs.
#11 Rental Only Youth Softball $45.00 $65.00 $250/12 hrs.
#12 Youth Baseball $4.25 $5.25 $15/hr+$10(lights)
#13 Youth Baseball $4.25 $5.25 $15/hr+$10(lights)
#1 Youth Soccer $4.25 N/A $15/hr
#2 Youth Soccer $4.25 N/A $15/hr
#3 Youth Soccer $4.25 N/A $15/hr
#4 Youth Soccer $4.25 N/A $15/hr
Pope Park South
#1 Youth Soccer $4.25 N/A $15/hr
#2 Youth Soccer $4.25 N/A $15/hr
#3 Youth Soccer $4.25 N/A $15/hr
#4 Youth Soccer $4.25 N/A $15/hr
#1 Youth Soccer $4.25 N/A $15/hr
#2 Youth Soccer $4.25 N/A $15/hr
Exhibit C - Fee Schedule
Parks and Recreation
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1 The City of Corpus Christi Parks and Recreation is responsible for scheduling the following athletic fields:
Field Type of use permitted Hrly<7pm Hrly>7pm Tournament Rate
Youth Baseball $4.25 $5.25 $15/hr+$10(lights)
Youth Baseball $4.25 $5.25 $15/hr+$10(lights)
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#1 Youth Baseball $4.25 $5.25 $15/hr+$10(lights)
#2 Youth Baseball $4.25 $5.25 $15/hr+$10(lights)
#3 Youth Baseball/Softball $4.25 $5.25 $15/hr+$10(lights)
#4 Youth Baseball $4.25 $5.25 $15/hr+$10(lights)
#5 Youth Kickball $4.25 $5.25 $15/hr+$10(lights)
#6 Youth Kickball $4.25 $5.25 $15/hr+$10(lights)
#7 Youth Kickball $4.25 $5.25 $15/hr+$10(lights)
#8 Youth Kickball $4.25 $5.25 $15/hr+$10(lights)
#9 Multi-Sports Field $4.25 $5.25 $15/hr+$10(lights)
#10 Multi-Sports Field $4.25 $5.25 $15/hr+$10(lights)
#11 Soccer Field $4.25 N/A $15/hr
#12 Soccer Field $4.25 N/A $15/hr
#13 Soccer Field $4.25 N/A $15/hr
#14 Soccer Field $4.25 N/A $15/hr
#15 Soccer Field $4.25 N/A $15/hr
#16 Soccer Field $4.25 N/A $15/hr
#17 Soccer Field $4.25 N/A $15/hr
#18 Soccer Field $4.25 $5.25 $15/hr+$10(lights)
#19 Soccer Field $4.25 $5.25 $15/hr+$10(lights)
#20 Soccer Field $4.25 N/A $15/hr
#21 Soccer Field $4.25 N/A $15/hr
#1 Youth Baseball/Softball $4.25 $5.25 $15/hr+$10(lights)
#2 Youth Baseball $4.25 $5.25 $15/hr+$10(lights)
#3 Youth Baseball $4.25 $5.25 $15/hr+$10(lights)
#4 Youth Baseball $4.25 $5.25 $15/hr+$10(lights)
#5 Youth Baseball $4.25 $5.25 $15/hr+$10(lights)
#6 Youth Baseball $4.25 $5.25 $15/hr+$10(lights)
#7 Youth Baseball $4.25 $5.25 $15/hr+$10(lights)
#8 Multi-Sports Field $4.25 N/A $15/hr
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#1 Softball $4.25 $5.25 $15/hr+$10 (lights)
THE CITY OF CORPUS CHRISTI PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT RESERVES THE RIGHT TO SUSPEND FIELD
AVAILABILITY DUE TO WEATHER AND/OROTHER CONDITIONS IN WHICH USE WOULD CAUSE EXCESSIVE DAMAGE.
Exhibit D — Exclusive Area Prohibiting Sale, Distribution,
Food, Beverages, Snacks, Concessions, or Similar Items
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by the use agreement between National and the City of Corpus Christi Parks & Recreation
Department are not included in Oso Pony League's Agreement.
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EXHIBIT E - INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS
CONTRACTOR'S LIABILITY INSURANCE
A. Contractor must not commence work under this contract until all insurance required has been obtained
and such insurance has been approved by the City. Contractor must not allow any subcontractor, to
commence work until all similar insurance required of any subcontractor has been obtained.
B. Contractor must furnish to the City's Risk Manager and Contract Administrator one (1) copy of
Certificates of Insurance with applicable policy endorsements showing the following minimum coverage
by an insurance company(s) acceptable to the City's Risk Manager. The City of Corpus Christi and
American Bank, N.A. must be listed as an additional insured on the General liability and Auto Liability
policies by endorsement, and a waiver of subrogation endorsement is required on GL, AL and WC if
applicable. Endorsements must be provided with Certificate of Insurance. Project name and/or number
must be listed in Description Box of Certificate of Insurance.
TYPE OF INSURANCE MINIMUM INSURANCE COVERAGE
30-day advance written notice of Bodily Injury and Property Damage
cancellation, non-renewal, material change Per occurrence- aggregate
or termination required on all certificates
and policies.
COMMERCIAL GENERAL LIABILITY $1,000,000 Per Occurrence
including:
1. Commercial Broad Form
2. Premises—Operations
3. Products/Completed Operations
4. Contractual Liability
5. Independent Contractors
6. Personal Injury-Advertising Injury
PERSONAL PROPERTY INSURANCE Operator and any subcontractors, at their
own expense, shall be responsible for
insuring all owned, leased or rented
equipment or personal property.
C. In the event of accidents of any kind related to this contract, Contractor must furnish the Risk Manager
with copies of all reports of any accidents within 10 days of the accident.
II. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
A. Applicable for paid employees, Contractor must obtain workers' compensation coverage through a
licensed insurance company.The coverage must be written on a policy and endorsements approved by the
Texas Department of Insurance. The workers' compensation coverage provided must be in statutory
amounts according to the Texas Department of Insurance, Division of Workers' Compensation. An All
States Endorsement shall be required if Contractor is not domiciled in the State of Texas.
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B. Contractor shall obtain and maintain in full force and effect for the duration of this Contract, and any
extension hereof, at Contractor's sole expense, insurance coverage written on an occurrence basis by
companies authorized and admitted to do business in the State of Texas and with an A.M. Best's rating of
no less than A-VII.
C. Contractor shall be required to submit renewal certificates of insurance throughout the term of this contract
and any extensions within 10 days of the policy expiration dates. All notices under this Exhibit shall be
given to City at the following address:
City of Corpus Christi
Attn: Risk Manager
P.O. Box 9277
Corpus Christi,TX 78469-9277
1). Contractor agrees that, with respect to the above required insurance, all insurance policies are to
contain or he endorsed to contain the following required provisions:
• List the City and its officers, officials, employees, and volunteers, as additional insureds by endorsement
with regard to operations, completed operations, and activities of or on behalf of the named insured
performed under contract with the City,with the exception of the workers' compensation policy;
• Provide for an endorsement that the "other insurance" clause shall not apply to the City of Corpus Christi
where the City is an additional insured shown on the policy;
• Workers' compensation and employers' liability policies will provide a waiver of subrogation in favor of
the City; and
• Provide thirty(30)calendar days advance written notice directly to City of any,cancellation,non-renewal,
material change or termination in coverage and not less than ten(10)calendar days advance written notice
for nonpayment of premium.
E. Within five(5)calendar days of a cancellation, non-renewal, material change or termination of coverage,
Contractor shall provide a replacement Certificate of Insurance and applicable endorsements to City. City
shall have the option to suspend Contractor's performance should there be a lapse in coverage at any time
during this contract. Failure to provide and to maintain the required insurance shall constitute a material
breach of this contract.
F. In addition to any other remedies the City may have upon Contractor's failure to provide and maintain any
insurance or policy endorsements to the extent and within the time herein required,the City shall have the
right to order Contractor to stop work hereunder, and/or withhold any payment(s) which become due to
Contractor hereunder until Contractor demonstrates compliance with the requirements hereof.
G. Nothing herein contained shall be construed as limiting in any way the extent to which Contractor may be
held responsible for payments of damages to persons or property resulting from Contractor's or its
subcontractor's performance of the work covered under this contract.
H. It is agreed that Contractor's insurance shall be deemed primary and non-contributory with respect to any
insurance or self insurance carried by the City of Corpus Christi for liability arising out of operations
under this contract.
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I. It is understood and agreed that the insurance required is in addition to and separate from any other
obligation contained in this contract.
2026 Insurance Requirements Exhibit
Parks & Recreation—OSO Pony Baseball Use Agreement
02/10/2026 Risk Management— Legal Dept.
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