HomeMy WebLinkAboutResolution 2006-171 IGA with pima county for the marana vista estates neighborhood infrastructure reinvestment project
MARANA RESOLUTION NO. 2006-171
RELATING TO PUBLIC WORKS: APPROVING AND AUTHORIZING FULL EXECUTION
OF AN INTERGOVERNMENTAL AGREEMENT WITH PIMA COUNTY FOR THE
MANAGEMENT OF THE MARANA VISTA ESTATES NEIGHBORHOOD
INFRASTRUCTURE REINVESTMENT PROJECT.
WHEREAS, the Town of Marana recognizes the need to provide safe housing,
neighborhood infrastructure, and parks for its citizens and has applied for Bond funding through
the Pima County Neighborhood Reinvestment Oversight Committee for this purpose; and
WHEREAS, Pima County has funding designated for Neighborhood Reinvestment
through the Special Bond Election held May 18, 2004 (Bond Ordinance No. 2004-18, the Bond
Implementation Plan); and
WHEREAS, the Pima County Neighborhood Reinvestment Oversight Committee
recommended funding the Town of Marana's request for $443,829 to build sidewalks and install
street lighting in the Marana Vista Estates Neighborhood; and
WHEREAS, on September 19,2006, the Pima County Board of Supervisors ratified this
recommendation and approved the use of bond funding for the project;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE
TOWN OF MARANA, ARIZONA, that an intergovernmental agreement with Pima County be
approved for the use of 2004 Special Election Bond Funding to provide infrastructure
improvements in the Marana Vista Estates Neighborhood.
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IntergovernrnentalJ\greell1ent
between
Pill1a County and the Town of Marana
for the
Marana Vista Estates Neighborhood Reinvestll1ent Project
This Intergovernmental Agreement ("Agreement") is entered into by and between Pima County,
a body politic and corporate of the State of Arizona ("County" ) and the Town of Marana
("Town") pursuant to Arizona Revised Statutes (A.R.S.) Section 11-952.
A. In an election held on May 18, 2004 ("Special Bond Election"), Pima County voters
authorized the sale of Pima County general obligation bonds and use of proceeds for various
public projects.
B. In compliance with Pima County Code Chapter 3.06, titled Bonding Disclosure,
Accountability and Implementation, the Board of Supervisors adopted Ordinance No. 2004-18,
the Bond Implementation Plan, May 18, 2004 Special Election (the "Bond Ordinance").
C. The Bond Ordinance (Section Vll(B)(1)(c)(2.9)) allocates $20,000,000 in bond proceeds to
be used for Neighborhood Reinvestment projects--the funding of small scale, targeted capital
improvement projects in neighborhoods throughout Pima County characterized by indicators of
economic and social need including, but not limited to, high stress such as poverty and
unemployment, substandard housing and high crime rates.
D. Implementation of Neighborhood Reinvestment projects is subject to, inter alia, Section
VII(B)(l)(c) and Section IV of the Bond Ordinance, and Chapter 3.06 ofthe Pima County Code.
E. Pursuant to the Bond Ordinance, no more than $443,829 of bond proceeds may be allocated
to an individual reinvestment project.
F. The (the "Community Group") submitted a proposal ("Proposal") for the Installation of
5'wide sidewalks and 16 streetlights throughout the community (the ~'Project," described in
Exhibit A). Funding for the Project has been recommended by the Neighborhood Reinvestment
Oversight Committee and approved by the Board of Supervisors. The neighborhood to be
benefited by the Project is described on Exhibit A attached hereto.
G. The County is authorized by A.R.S. 911-254.04 to expend public funds to improve or
enhance the economic welfare of inhabitants of the County.
H. The Town is authorized by A.R.S. 9 9-276(A) to layout and establish, regulate the use, open,
vacate, alter, widen, extend, grade, pave, plant trees or otherwise improve streets, alleys,
avenues, sidewalks, parks, public grounds, off-street parking and erect lights.
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1. The County and Town wish to cooperate in the design and construction of the Project.
County and Town may contract for services and enter into agreements with one another for joint
or cooperative action pursuant to A.R.S. ~ 11-951 et seq.
J. The cost of the Project is currently estimated at $443,829.00. The County is willing to
allocate $443,829.00 of bond proceeds (the "Maximum Allocated Amount") for the Project.
Town is willing to pay all Project costs in excess of the Maximum Allocated Amount.
K. The Town is willing to design, construct, operate and maintain the Project.
NOW THEREFORE, County and Town, pursuant to the above, and in consideration of the terms
and agreements hereinafter set forth, do mutually agree as follows:
Aereement
I. Purpose and Project. The purpose of this Agreement is to set forth the responsibilities of
the parties for the design, construction, maintenance and operation of the Project as more fully
described in the attached Exhibit A, and to address legal and administrative matters among the
parties.
II. Scope.
A. Design and Construction Responsibilities. The Town shall design and construct
the Project in accordance with plans and specifications cooperatively reviewed and
approved by the parties and in compliance with the provisions of Title 34 ofthe
Arizona Revised Statutes and all applicable Town building standards and codes.
B. Design.
1) Consultants. If consultants are employed to design any portion of the Project,
the Town shall prepare the contracts for design and choose the consultants. The
Town shall have the usual rights of the owner of a public design contract, including
the authority to approve changes and make payments, subject to coordination with
the County, as described below.
2) Design Standards and Features; Cooperation. County and Town shall meet to
coordinate design standards (meaning the applicable codes and industry standards
that apply to the Project) and design features (meaning the elements to be included
in the Project) prior to the preparation of final plans and specifications. The parties
shall work cooperatively to develop the Project design. County design and field
personnel shall work with their Town counterparts for coordination purposes.
Coordination shall include meetings and information exchanges between
corresponding personnel at all levels for the Project. A designated representative
from the Community Group shall be included in these discussions and Town shall
keep the Community Group informed regarding the Project.
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C. Review of Bids; Termination. Town shall solicit bids and award all Project
construction contracts in compliance with Title 34 of the Arizona Revised Statutes.
1) County Review. Town shall provide County the opportunity to review and
comment on the solicitations for all construction contracts for the Project,
including relevant scopes of work, prior to the publication of such solicitations by
Town. The County shall be afforded no less than five (5) business days to review
and comment. If the County does not comment within the specified timeframe,
the Town may proceed and publish the solicitation.
2) Bids in Excess of Available Funds. If the lowest responsible bid significantly
exceeds the available funds for the Project, the parties shall conduct a joint review
of the bids immediately following opening and consult upon a course of action. If
a course of action acceptable to both parties cannot be agreed upon, all bids will
be rejected and this Agreement shall be deemed to terminate by mutual consent.
If the parties agree to continue with the Project at the higher cost, the parties shall
take all necessary steps to amend the Bond Ordinance and this Agreement as
provided in Section XXI below.
3) Division of Costs. If, upon joint review ofthe bids, the parties decide not to
proceed with the Project and this Agreement is terminated by mutual consent
(whether pursuant to paragraph (C) (2) above, or otherwise), the costs incurred for
the Project prior to such termination shall be allocated equally to Town and
County.
D. Construction. Town shall award and administer the construction contracts for the
Project in accordance with the requirements of Title 34 ofthe Arizona Revised
Statutes and in accordance with the Construction Schedule (as defined below). Town
shall have the usual rights of the owner of a public construction contract.
1) Construction Schedule. Town shall be responsible for preparing a construction
schedule (the "Construction Schedule") showing the anticipated timing and
duration of each stage of construction, and the anticipated date of substantial
completion. A preliminary Construction Schedule shall be provided by Town
to County within thirty (30) days of recordation of this Agreement. A final
Construction Schedule shall be established and provided to County within
thirty (30) days of award of the construction contract(s) by Town. The
Construction Schedule may be combined with the Reimbursement Schedule
described later in this Agreement.
2) Change Orders and Amendments. Town shall consult with County on all
change orders and construction contract amendments with an estimated cost of
more than $5,000.00, prior to approval and execution.
3) Change in Scope. Town shall not change the scope ofthe Project without first
consulting with County and the Community Group. All parties must agree
before any change in scope is executed.
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4) Contract Claims. Town shall afford County the opportunity to review and
comment on all contract claims prior to resolution thereof.
E. Utility Relocations. Town shall be responsible for all utility relocations for the
Project.
F. Rights of Way and Construction Easements. Town shall acquire, either by
purchase or through its power of eminent domain, all rights of way and
construction easements necessary for the Proj ect.
G. Inspection. County may inspect any portion ofthe Project construction for
substantial compliance with drawings and specifications. Town shall allow official
County representatives reasonable access to the Project site during construction.
The Project Manager and County inspectors will cooperate and consult with each
other during Project construction.
H. Project Permits. Town shall obtain any approval, permission or permits necessary
for the Project. Each party shall cooperate with the other to obtain all permits
necessary for completion ofthe Project. Permit costs, utility connections, and other
related fees shall be considered project costs payable from the "Maximum
Allocated Amount" (see paragraph III.A below).
I. Public Participation. County and Town shall cooperatively manage the public
participation processes for the Project, in conjunction with the Community Group.
The Town shall coordinate all publicity or public participation activities with
County and shall coordinate all public meetings on the Project in compliance with
the Pima County Board of Supervisors Policy 3.5, Notification to Board of
Supervisors of Public Meetings to be Held in their District and Pima County
Administrative Procedure 3.8, Implementation of Pima County Policy 3.5, which
are incorporated herein by this reference. The Town shall conduct regular meetings
with the Community Group to keep the Community Group up-to-date regarding the
progress and status of the Project.
J. County Recognition. Town shall acknowledge the County's contribution to the
Project in a form approved by County. Examples of acceptable forms of
recognition include, but are not limited to, signs, permanent plaques, opening
ceremonies and press releases. In addition, the Town shall erect, at mutually
agreeable location(s) on the construction site, sign(s) provided by County
identifying the County as a source of funding for the Project. County signs shall
conform to the requirements of the Town Sign Code, Chapter 3, ~~3-1 through 3-
139. Any temporary signs provided by the County shall be returned to the County
at the completion of construction.
K. Project Manager and Representatives. Town shall furnish a Project Manager for
the Project and County shall designate a representative (the "County Liaison") to be
a liaison with the Project Manager during construction ofthe Project.
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L. Disputes. In the event the Project Manager and County Liaison disagree on any
aspect of the Project, the issue in dispute shall be submitted to the directors ofthe
relevant Town and County departments, then to the Assistant Town Manager and
Deputy County Administrator for Community and Economic Development. If
these individuals cannot resolve the dispute, the issue in dispute shall be submitted
to the County Administrator and the Town Manager for resolution.
M. Regulation of the Project during Construction. Town shall have responsibility for
and control over the Project during construction.
III. Finance
A. Financing of the Project. The County is willing to allocate $443,829.00 of bond
proceeds (the "Maximum Allocated Amount") for the Project. County shall
reimburse Town for Project expenses, in the manner set forth herein, up to the
Maximum Allocated Amount. The Town may be reimbursed for design and
engineering costs not to exceed 10% of the Maximum Allocated Amount and
management costs not to exceed 12% of the Maximum Allocated Amount. No
County bond funds in excess of the Allocated Maximum Amount may be expended
for the Project without the prior amendment of this Agreement, and if necessary the
Bond Ordinance, by the Board of Supervisors. Town shall pay all costs of the
Project in excess of the Allocated Maximum Amount.
B. Reporting and Payment Responsibilities.
1) Reimbursement Schedule. Town shall, within thirty (30) days after recordation
of this Agreement, submit to County a schedule (the "Reimbursement
Schedule") showing the anticipated dates and amounts of requests from the
Town for reimbursement ofproject expenses incurred and paid by the Town
("Reimbursement Requests"). A final reimbursement schedule shall be
established and submitted within thirty (30) days after award of the construction
contract(s). The Reimbursement Schedule maybe combined with the
Construction Schedule.
2) Reimbursement Requests. Within 10 days of the end of each month, starting on
the date indicated in the Reimbursement Schedule, Town shall submit to
County a Reimbursement Request, together with supporting documentation,
including but not limited to, invoices submitted by contractors and approved by
Town for payment, in accordance with the Reimbursement Schedule, for
Project expenses paid by Town since the last Reimbursement Request. As
Project Manager, Town shall be responsible for verifying the accuracy of all
invoices submitted by contractors, and shall, as part of its Reimbursement
Requests, certify that said invoices have been paid by Town (less any retention
held by City) prior to requesting reimbursement from the County. All
reimbursement requests shall be submitted to:
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Leslie Nixon, Program Manager
Neighborhood Reinvestment Program
2797 E. Ajo Way, Third Floor
Tucson, Aruona 85713
3) Payment of Reimbursement Requests. County shall review each monthly
Reimbursement Request and, if County does not approve the request, County
shall notify Town of its disapproval, and the reason for it, within seven (7) days
after receipt of the Reimbursement Request. If County does not disapprove the
Reimbursement Request within such seven (7) day period, the request shall be
deemed approved, and County shall pay it within twenty-one (21) days after
receipt of the Reimbursement Request (except as set forth below with respect to
the final accounting and payment).
4) Monthly Progress Reports. Each month, at the same time the Town submits its
Reimbursement Request, it shall also submit a progress report (the "Progress
Report") in the format shown on Exhibit B attached hereto. Town shall submit a
Progress Report each month ofthe Project even if Town is not seeking
reimbursement for the preceding month.
5) Submittal of Reports. All Progress Reports shall be submitted to:
Bennett L. Bernal
Program Coordinator
2797 East Ajo Way, 2nd Floor
Tucson, Arizona 85713
6) Delays. Town shall promptly notify the County at any time that Town becomes
aware of a potential Project delay that may cause a deviation from the
Reimbursement Schedule and/or the Construction Schedule. In the event of any
deviation from the Reimbursement Schedule, County and Town shall establish a
new Reimbursement Schedule, consistent with Federal Treasury Regulations.
7) Final Report & Accounting. Within 90 days after completion and upon
acceptance ofthe Project by Town, Town shall submit to County: (1) a final
report describing the Project as constructed and summarizing its history (i.e., who
designed, constructed, provided public art, funding sources, description of public
participation, purpose and public benefit of the Project, etc.), along with
photographs and final as built drawings; (2) a detailed final accounting statement
of the funds expended on the Project, along with a final Reimbursement Request
if needed. Failure to provide this information within the established time period
may result in denial of reimbursement. County shall have fifteen (15) days after
receipt of this final accounting to disapprove the Reimbursement Request. If
County does not disapprove the Reimbursement Request within such fifteen day
period, the request shall be deemed approved, and County shall pay it within
forty-five (45) days of receipt.
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8) Form of Reports. Any reports to be submitted by Town to County shall be
provided in a format determined by County.
c. Amendment of the Bond Ordinance. The Town shall notify the County of any
event that would require an amendment of the Bond Ordinance, and shall formally
request the County Board of Supervisors to hold a public hearing on the requested
amendment. The parties shall follow the procedures for amendment of the Bond
Ordinance set forth in Chapter 3.06 of the Pima County Code, as it may be
amended or renumbered from time to time, and relevant sections of the Bond
Ordinance. In the event the Board of Supervisors does not approve the Town's
request for a Bond Ordinance amendment, the Town shall complete the Project as
defined by the Bond Ordinance and this Agreement.
D. Federal Treasury Regulations. Town acknowledges that Pima County manages
the expenditures of bond proceeds in order to qualify for a spending exception to
the arbitrage rebate requirements of Sections 148 through 150 of the Internal
Revenue Code of 1986 and the related regulations found in 26 CFR Part 1,
~~ 1.148 through 1.150 as may be modified from time to time (such statutes and
regulations hereinafter referred to as the "Tax Exempt Bond Rules"). Town
acknowledges that arbitrage rebate is affected by both the use of bond proceeds
and by the timing of bond related expenditures. Notwithstanding any other
provision of this Agreement, County may, in County's sole discretion, either (i)
reallocate Project funds to other projects funded with County bonds (which may,
in some circumstances, result in a delay in payments under this Agreement), or
(ii) terminate this Agreement as set forth in Paragraph V.c. below if the County,
in its sole discretion, determines that such reallocation or termination is necessary
or advantageous to the County under the Tax Exempt Bond Rules in order to (a)
qualify for a spending exception to the arbitrage rebate requirements, or (b)
reduce the amount of any potential arbitrage rebate or penalty, or (c) manage the
County's bond proceeds.
IV. Ownership and Operation
A. Ownership of Improvements. Ownership and title to all materials, equipment and
appurtenances installed pursuant to this Agreement shall automatically vest in City.
Town shall not dispose of or encumber its title or other interest in the Project
improvements for a period of at least twenty-five (25) years following the date the
Project is completed. This Section shall survive termination, cancellation,
expiration or revocation, whether in whole or in part, ofthis Agreement.
B. Operation. For at least twenty-five (25) years following completion ofthe Project,
Town shall: (1) operate and maintain the Project improvements for its intended
purposes, for the benefit of the public; (2) insure the Project improvements (through
either direct or self-insurance coverage); (3) maintain, repair and replace the Project
improvements as needed; (4) make the Project improvements available to all the
residents of Pima County without restriction or preference to jurisdiction of
residence; and (5) ensure that any fee charged for the use of the Project
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improvements does not exceed the fee charged by the County for a similar purpose.
This Section shall survive termination, cancellation, expiration or revocation,
whether in whole or in part, of this Agreement.
V. Term. The term of this Agreement shall begin on the date this Agreement is recorded
with the Pima County Recorder, and shall remain in effect until December 31,2010.
VI. Termination. This Agreement may be earlier terminated under the following
circumstances:
A. For Cause. A party may terminate this Agreement for material breach of the
Agreement by the other party. Prior to any termination under this paragraph, the
party allegedly in default shall be given written notice by the other party of the
nature ofthe alleged default. The party said to be in default shall have forty-five
(45) days to cure the default. Ifthe default is not cured within that time, the other
party may terminate this Agreement. Any such termination shall not relieve either
party from liabilities or costs already incurred under this Agreement.
B. Conflict of Interest. This Agreement can be terminated for a conflict of interest
as set forth in A.R.S. 938-511, the relevant portions of which are hereby
incorporated herein by this reference.
C. Arbitrage Rebate Requirements. The County reserves the right to cease
payments to Town and unilaterally terminate this Agreement if County
determines, in County's sole discretion, that any action or inaction on the part of
Town is likely to occur that would adversely affect the election made by the
County under the Tax Exempt Bond Rules relating to exceptions for arbitrage
rebate.
D. Ownership of Project Upon Termination. Any termination of this Agreement
shall not relieve any party from liabilities or costs already incurred under this
Agreement, nor affect any ownership of the Project constructed pursuant to this
Agreement.
VII. Indemnification. Each party (as Indemnitor) agrees to indemnify, defend and hold
harmless the other party ( as Indemnitee) from and against any and all claims, losses,
liability, costs or expenses (including reasonable attorney's fees) (hereinafter collectively
referred to as "claims") arising out of bodily injury of any person (including death) or
property damage, but only to the extent that such claims which result in
vicarious/derivative liability to the Indemnitee, are caused by the act, omission, negligence,
misconduct, or other fault of the Indemnitor, its officers, officials, agents, employees, or
volunteers.
A. Preexisting Conditions. To the fullest extent permitted by law, Town shall
indemnify, defend and hold County, its boards, officers, departments,
employees and agents, harmless from and against any claims and damages, as
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fully set out above, resulting from or arising out of the existence of any
substance, material or waste, regulated pursuant to federal, state or local
environmental laws, regulations or ordinances, that is present on, in or below
or originated from property owned or controlled by the Town prior to the
execution of this Agreement.
B. Notice. Each party shall notify the other in writing within thirty (30) days of
the receipt of any claim, demand, suit or judgment against the receiving party
for which the receiving party intends to invoke the provisions ofthis Section.
Each party shall keep the other party informed on a current basis of its defense
of any claims, demands, suits, or judgments under this Section.
C. Negligence of Indemnified Party. The obligations under this Article shall not
extend to the negligence of the indemnified party, its agents or employees.
D. Survival of Termination. This Article shall survive the termination,
cancellation, expiration or revocation, whether in whole or in part, of this
Agreement.
VIII. Insurance. When requested, a party shall provide the other party "(ith proof of its
worker's compensation, automobile, accident, property damage, and liability coverage or
program of self-insurance.
IX. Records and Inspections.
A. Book and Records. Town shall keep and maintain proper and complete books,
records and accounts ofthe Project. For bond purposes, the Project books and
records must continue to be maintained for a period of three (3) years after fmal
payment of the bonds issued for the Project. The bonds funding the Project are
expected to be fully paid by June 30, 2023, but may be subject to refunding.
Town shall have the option of either (i) maintaining the Project books and
records for the requisite number of years or (ii) conveying the Project books and
records to County any time after the Project is completed. The books, records
and accounts of the Project shall be available for inspection and audit by duly
authorized representatives of County at all reasonable times during the period in
which said books, records and accounts are maintained by the Town. Unless
Town conveys all Project books, records and accounts to County, Town shall
indemnify and hold the County harmless from and against any amount required
to be paid to the Internal Revenue Service or any governmental Town or agency
arising out of the failure by Town to maintain such records.
B. Inspection and Audit. The County may perform an inspection ofthe Project or
an audit of Town's books and records at any time in order to verify that monies
spent on the Project were expended in accordance with the terms of this
Agreement.
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x. Compliance with Laws. The parties shall comply with all applicable federal, state and
local laws, rules, regulations, standards and executive orders, without limitation to those
designated within this Agreement
XI. Non-Discrimination. The parties shall not discriminate against any County employee,
client or any other individual in any way because of that person's age, race, creed, color,
religion, sex, disability or national origin in the course of carrying out their duties pursuant
to this Agreement. The parties shall comply with the provisions of Executive Order 75-5,
as amended by Executive Order 99-4, which is incorporated into this Agreement by
reference, as if set forth in full herein.
XII. Americans with Disabilities Act. The parties shall comply with all applicable provisions
of the Americans with Disabilities Act (public Law 101-336,42 V.S.C. 12101-12213) and
all applicable federal regulations under the Act, including 28 CFR Parts 35 and 36.
XIII. Compliance with Bond Requirements. Town agrees to comply with all applicable
provisions of Pima County Code Chapter 3.06, "Bonding Disclosure, Accountability, and
Implementation" and of the Bond Ordinance, as they now exist or may hereafter be
amended. Any reports to be submitted by Town to County in compliance with Pima
County Code Chapter 3.06 or the Bond Ordinance shall be provided in a format and
schedule determined by County.
XIV. Severability. If any provision of this Agreement, or any application thereof to the parties
or any person or circumstances, is held invalid, such invalidity shall not affect other
provisions or applications of this Agreement which can be given effect, without the
invalid provision or application and to this end the provisions of this Agreement are
declared to be severable.
xv. Force Majeure. A party shall not be in default under this Agreement ifit does not fulfill
any of its obligations under this Agreement because it is prevented or delayed in doing so
by reason of uncontrollable forces. The term "uncontrollable forces" shall mean, for the
purpose of this Agreement, any cause beyond the control of the party affected, including
but not limited to failure of facilities, breakage or accident to machinery or transmission
facilities, weather conditions, flood, earthquake, lightning, fire, epidemic, war, riot, civil
disturbance, sabotage, strike, lockout, labor dispute, boycott, material or energy shortage,
casualty loss, acts of God, or action or non-action by governmental bodies in approving or
failing to act upon applications for approvals or permits which are not due to the
negligence or willful action of the parties, order of any government officer or court
(excluding orders promulgated by the parties themselves), and declared local, state or
national emergency, which, by exercise of due diligence and foresight, such party could
not reasonably have been expected to avoid. Either party rendered unable to fulfill any
obligations by reason of uncontrollable forces shall exercise due diligence to remove such
inability with all reasonable dispatch.
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XVI. Legal Jurisdiction and Authority. Nothing in this Agreement shall be construed as either
limiting or extending the legal jurisdiction of County or Town. Neither party warrants to
the other its legal authority to enter into this Agreement. If a court, at the request of a third
person, should declare that either party lacks authority to enter into this Agreement, or any
part of it, then the Agreement, or parts of it affected by such order, shall be null and void,
and no recovery may be had by either party against the other for lack of performance or
otherwise.
XVII. Workers Compensation. Each party shall comply with the notice of A.R.S. 923-1022
(E). For purposes of A.R.S. 9 23-1022, each party shall be considered the primary
employer of all personnel currently or hereafter employed by that party, irrespective of
the operations of protocol in place, and said party shall have the sole responsibility for the
payment of Worker's Compensation benefits or other fringe benefits of said employees.
XVIII. No Joint Venture. It is not intended by this Agreement to, and nothing contained in this
Intergovernmental Agreement shall be construed to, create any partnership, joint venture
or employment relationship between the parties or create any employer-employee
relationship between County and any Town employees, or between Town and any
County employees. No party shall be liable for any debts, accounts, obligations or other
liabilities whatsoever of the other, including (without limitation) the other party's
obligation to withhold Social Security and income taxes for itself or any of its employees.
XIX. No Third Party Beneficiaries. Nothing in this Agreement is intended to create any duty
or obligation to, or rights in, any person or entity that is not a party to this Agreement,
including the Community Group. Furthermore, this Agreement is not intended to affect
the legal liability of any party to this Agreement by imposing any standard of care with
respect to the maintenance of public facilities different from the standard of care imposed
by law.
xx. Notification. All notices or demands upon any party to this agreement shall be in writing,
unless other forms are designated elsewhere, and shall be delivered in person or sent by
mail addressed as follows:
IF TO THE COUNTY:
Chuck Huckelberry
County Administrator
130 W. Congress, 1 dh Floor
Tucson, AZ. 85701
Lori Godoshian
County Clerk of the Board of Supervisors
130 W. Congress, 5th Floor
Tucson, AZ. 85701
Margaret Kish
Director, Community Development and Neighborhood Conservation Department
2797 E. Ajo Way, 3rd Floor, Tucson, AZ. 85713
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Intergovernrnentali\greennent
between
Pinna County and the Town of Marana
for the
Marana Vista Estates Neighborhood Reinvestnnent Project
This Intergovernmental Agreement ("Agreement") is entered into by and between Pima County,
a body politic and corporate of the State of Arizona ("County" ) and the Town of Maran a
("Town") pursuant to Arizona Revised Statutes (AR.S.) Section 11-952.
A. In an election held on May 18, 2004 ("Special Bond Election"), Pima County voters
authorized the sale of Pima County general obligation bonds and use of proceeds for various
public projects.
B. In compliance with Pima County Code Chapter 3.06, titled Bonding Disclosure,
Accountability and Implementation, the Board of Supervisors adopted Ordinance No. 2004-18,
the Bond Implementation Plan, May 18, 2004 Special Election (the "Bond Ordinance").
C. The Bond Ordinance (Section VII(B)(I)(c)(2.9)) allocates $20,000,000 in bond proceeds to
be used for Neighborhood Reinvestment projects--the funding of small scale, targeted capital
improvement projects in neighborhoods throughout Pima County characterized by indicators of
economic and social need including, but not limited to, high stress such as poverty and
unemployment, substandard housing and high crime rates.
D. Implementation of Neighborhood Reinvestment projects is subject to, inter alia, Section
VII(B)(1)(c) and Section IV ofthe Bond Ordinance, and Chapter 3.06 of the Pima County Code.
E. Pursuant to the Bond Ordinance, no more than $443,829 of bond proceeds may be allocated
to an individual reinvestment project.
F. The (the "Community Group") submitted a proposal ("Proposal") for the Installation of
5'wide sidewalks and 16 streetlights throughout the community (the "Project," described in
Exhibit A). Funding for the Project has been recommended by the Neighborhood Reinvestment
Oversight Committee and approved by the Board of Supervisors. The neighborhood to be
benefited by the Project is described on Exhibit A attached hereto.
G. The County is authorized by AR.S. S 11-254.04 to expend public funds to improve or
enhance the economic welfare of inhabitants of the County.
H. The Town is authorized by AR.S. S 9-276(A) to layout and establish, regulate the use, open,
vacate, alter, widen, extend, grade, pave, plant trees or otherwise improve streets, alleys,
avenues, sidewalks, parks, public grounds, off-street parking and erect lights.
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1. The County and Town wish to cooperate in the design and construction ofthe Project.
County and Town may contract for services and enter into agreements with one another for joint
or cooperative action pursuant to A.R.S. 9 11-951 et seq.
J. The cost of the Project is currently estimated at $443,829.00. The County is willing to
allocate $443,829.00 of bond proceeds (the "Maximum Allocated Amount") for the Project.
Town is willing to pay all Project costs in excess of the Maximum Allocated Amount.
K. The Town is willing to design, construct, operate and maintain the Project.
NOW THEREFORE, County and Town, pursuant to the above, and in consideration of the terms
and agreements hereinafter set forth, do mutually agree as follows:
Aereement
I. Purpose and Project. The purpose of this Agreement is to set forth the responsibilities of
the parties for the design, construction, maintenance and operation of the Project as more fully
described in the attached Exhibit A, and to address legal and administrative matters among the
parties.
II. Scope.
A. Design and Construction Responsibilities. The Town shall design and construct
the Project in accordance with plans and specifications cooperatively reviewed and
approved by the parties and in compliance with the provisions of Title 34 of the
Arizona Revised Statutes and all applicable Town building standards and codes.
B. Design.
1) Consultants. If consultants are employed to design any portion of the Project,
the Town shall prepare the contracts for design and choose the consultants. The
Town shall have the usual rights of the owner of a public design contract, including
the authority to approve changes and make payments, subject to coordination with
the County, as described below.
2) Design Standards and Features; Cooperation. County and Town shall meet to
coordinate design standards (meaning the applicable codes and industry standards
that apply to the Project) and design features (meaning the elements to be included
in the Project) prior to the preparation of final plans and specifications. The parties
shall work cooperatively to develop the Project design. County design and field
personnel shall work with their Town counterparts for coordination purposes.
Coordination shall include meetings and information exchanges between
corresponding personnel at all levels for the Project. A designated representative
from the Community Group shall be included in these discussions and Town shall
keep the Community Group informed regarding the Project.
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C. Review of Bids; Termination. Town shall solicit bids and award all Project
construction contracts in compliance with Title 34 of the Arizona Revised Statutes.
1) County Review. Town shall provide County the opportunity to review and
comment on the solicitations for all construction contracts for the Project,
including relevant scopes of work, prior to the publication of such solicitations by
Town. The County shall be afforded no less than five (5) business days to review
and comment. If the County does not comment within the specified timeframe,
the Town may proceed and publish the solicitation.
2) Bids in Excess of Available Funds. If the lowest responsible bid significantly
exceeds the available funds for the Project, the parties shall conduct a joint review
of the bids immediately following opening and consult upon a course of action. If
a course of action acceptable to both parties cannot be agreed upon, all bids will
be rej ected and this Agreement shall be deemed to terminate by mutual consent.
If the parties agree to continue with the Project at the higher cost, the parties shall
take all necessary steps to amend the Bond Ordinance and this Agreement as
provided in Section XXI below.
3) Division of Costs. If, upon joint review of the bids, the parties decide not to
proceed with the Project and this Agreement is terminated by mutual consent
(whether pursuant to paragraph (C) (2) above, or otherwise), the costs incurred for
the Project prior to such termination shall be allocated equally to Town and
County.
D. Construction. Town shall award and administer the construction contracts for the
Project in accordance with the requirements of Title 34 of the Arizona Revised
Statutes and in accordance with the Construction Schedule (as defined below). Town
shall have the usual rights of the owner of a public construction contract.
1) Construction Schedule. Town shall be responsible for preparing a construction
schedule (the "Construction Schedule") showing the anticipated timing and
duration of each stage of construction, and the anticipated date of substantial
completion. A preliminary Construction Schedule shall be provided by Town
to County within thirty (30) days of recordation of this Agreement. A final
Construction Schedule shall be established and provided to County within
thirty (30) days of award ofthe construction contract(s) by Town. The
Construction Schedule may be combined with the Reimbursement Schedule
described later in this Agreement.
2) Change Orders and Amendments. Town shall consult with County on all
change orders and construction contract amendments with an estimated cost of
more than $5,000.00, prior to approval and execution.
3) Change in Scope. Town shall not change the scope of the Project without first
consulting with County and the Community Group. All parties must agree
before any change in scope is executed.
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4) Contract Claims. Town shall afford County the opportunity to review and
comment on all contract claims prior to resolution thereof.
E. Utility Relocations. Town shall be responsible for all utility relocations for the
Project.
F. Rights of Way and Construction Easements. Town shall acquire, either by
purchase or through its power of eminent domain, all rights of way and
construction easements necessary for the Proj ect.
G. Inspection. County may inspect any portion of the Project construction for
substantial compliance with drawings and specifications. Town shall allow official
County representatives reasonable access to the Project site during construction.
The Project Manager and County inspectors will cooperate and consult with each
other during Project construction.
H. Project Permits. Town shall obtain any approval, permission or permits necessary
for the Project. Each party shall cooperate with the other to obtain all permits
necessary for completion ofthe Project. Permit costs, utility connections, and other
related fees shall be considered project costs payable from the "Maximum
Allocated Amount" (see paragraph IlI.A below).
L Public Participation. County and Town shall cooperatively manage the public
participation processes for the Project, in conjunction with the Community Group.
The Town shall coordinate all publicity or public participation activities with
County and shall coordinate all public meetings on the Project in compliance with
the Pima County Board of Supervisors Policy 3.5, Notification to Board of
Supervisors of Public Meetings to be Held in their District and Pima County
Administrative Procedure 3.8, Implementation of Pima County Policy 3.5, which
are incorporated herein by this reference. The Town shall conduct regular meetings
with the Community Group to keep the Community Group up-to-date regarding the
progress and status of the Project.
J. County Recognition. Town shall acknowledge the County's contribution to the
Project in a form approved by County. Examples of acceptable forms of
recognition include, but are not limited to, signs, permanent plaques, opening
ceremonies and press releases. In addition, the Town shall erect, at mutually
agreeable location(s) on the construction site, sign(s) provided by County
identifying the County as a source of funding for the Project. County signs shall
conform to the requirements of the Town Sign Code, Chapter 3,993-1 through 3-
139. Any temporary signs provided by the County shall be returned to the County
at the completion of construction.
K. Project Manager and Representatives. Town shall furnish a Project Manager for
the Project and County shall designate a representative (the "County Liaison") to be
a liaison with the Project Manager during construction of the Project.
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L. Disputes. In the event the Project Manager and County Liaison disagree on any
aspect of the Project, the issue in dispute shall be submitted to the directors ofthe
relevant Town and County departments, then to the Assistant Town Manager and
Deputy County Administrator for Community and Economic Development. If
these individuals cannot resolve the dispute, the issue in dispute shall be submitted
to the County Administrator and the Town Manager for resolution.
M. Regulation of the Project during Construction. Town shall have responsibility for
and control over the Proj ect during construction.
III. Finance
A. Financing of the Project. The County is willing to allocate $443,829.00 of bond
proceeds (the "Maximum Allocated Amount") for the Project. County shall
reimburse Town for Project expenses, in the manner set forth herein, up to the
Maximum Allocated Amount. The Town may be reimbursed for design and
engineering costs not to exceed 10% of the Maximum Allocated Amount and
management costs not to exceed 12% ofthe Maximum Allocated Amount. No
County bond funds in excess of the Allocated Maximum Amount may be expended
for the Project without the prior amendment ofthis Agreement, and if necessary the
Bond Ordinance, by the Board of Supervisors. Town shall pay all costs of the
Project in excess of the Allocated Maximum Amount.
B. Reporting and Payment Responsibilities.
1) Reimbursement Schedule. Town shall, within thirty (30) days after recordation
of this Agreement, submit to County a schedule (the "Reimbursement
Schedule") showing the anticipated dates and amounts of requests from the
Town for reimbursement ofproject expenses incurred and paid by the Town
("Reimbursement Requests"). A final reimbursement schedule shall be
established and submitted within thirty (30) days after award of the construction
contract(s). The Reimbursement Schedule may be combined with the
Construction Schedule.
2) Reimbursement Requests. Within 10 days of the end of each month, starting on
the date indicated in the Reimbursement Schedule, Town shall submit to
County a Reimbursement Request, together with supporting documentation,
including but not limited to, invoices submitted by contractors and approved by
Town for payment, in accordance with the Reimbursement Schedule, for
Project expenses paid by Town since the last Reimbursement Request. As
Project Manager, Town shall be responsible for verifying the accuracy of all
invoices submitted by contractors, and shall, as part of its Reimbursement
Requests, certify that said invoices have been paid by Town (less any retention
held by City) prior to requesting reimbursement from the County. All
reimbursement requests shall be submitted to:
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Leslie Nixon, Program Manager
Neighborhood Reinvestment Program
2797 E. Ajo Way, Third Floor
Tucson,Ar~ona 85713
3) Payment of Reimbursement Requests. County shall review each monthly
Reimbursement Request and, if County does not approve the request, County
shall notify Town of its disapproval, and the reason for it, within seven (7) days
after receipt of the Reimbursement Request. If County does not disapprove the
Reimbursement Request within such seven (7) day period, the request shall be
deemed approved, and County shall pay it within twenty-one (21) days after
receipt of the Reimbursement Request (except as set forth below with respect to
the final accounting and payment).
4) Monthly Progress Reports. Each month, at the same time the Town submits its
Reimbursement Request, it shall also submit a progress report (the "Progress
Report") in the format shown on Exhibit B attached hereto. Town shall submit a
Progress Report each month of the Project even if Town is not seeking
reimbursement for the preceding month.
5) Submittal of Reports. All Progress Reports shall be submitted to:
Bennett L. Bernal
Program Coordinator
2797 East Ajo Way, 2nd Floor
Tucson, Arizona 85713
6) Delays. Town shall promptly notify the County at any time that Town becomes
aware of a potential Project delay that may cause a deviation from the
Reimbursement Schedule and/or the Construction Schedule. In the event of any
deviation from the Reimbursement Schedule, County and Town shall establish a
new Reimbursement Schedule, consistent with Federal Treasury Regulations.
7) Final Report & Accounting. Within 90 days after completion and upon
acceptance ofthe Project by Town, Town shall submit to County: (1) a final
report describing the Project as constructed and summarizing its history (i.e., who
designed, constructed, provided public art, funding sources, description of public
participation, purpose and public benefit of the Project, etc.), along with
photographs and final as built drawings; (2) a detailed final accounting statement
of the funds expended on the Project, along with a final Reimbursement Request
if needed. Failure to provide this information within the established time period
may result in denial of reimbursement. County shall have fifteen (15) days after
receipt of this final accounting to disapprove the Reimbursement Request. If
County does not disapprove the Reimbursement Request within such fifteen day
period, the request shall be deemed approved, and County shall pay it within
forty-five (45) days of receipt.
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8) Form of Reports. Any reports to be submitted by Town to County shall be
provided in a format determined by County.
C. Amendment of the Bond Ordinance. The Town shall notify the County of any
event that would require an amendment of the Bond Ordinance, and shall formally
request the County Board of Supervisors to hold a public hearing on the requested
amendment. The parties shall follow the procedures for amendment of the Bond
Ordinance set forth in Chapter 3.06 of the Pima County Code, as it may be
amended or renumbered from time to time, and relevant sections of the Bond
Ordinance. In the event the Board of Supervisors does not approve the Town's
request for a Bond Ordinance amendment, the Town shall complete the Project as
defmed by the Bond Ordinance and this Agreement.
D. Federal Treasury Regulations. Town acknowledges that Pima County manages
the expenditures of bond proceeds in order to qualify for a spending exception to
the arbitrage rebate requirements of Sections 148 through 150 ofthe Internal
Revenue Code of 1986 and the related regulations found in 26 CFR Part 1,
~~ 1.148 through 1.150 as may be modified from time to time (such statutes and
regulations hereinafter referred to as the "Tax Exempt Bond Rules"). Town
acknowledges that arbitrage rebate is affected by both the use of bond proceeds
and by the timing of bond related expenditures. Notwithstanding any other
provision of this Agreement, County may, in County's sole discretion, either (i)
reallocate Project funds to other projects funded with County bonds (which may,
in some circumstances, result in a delay in payments under this Agreement), or
(ii) terminate this Agreement as set forth in Paragraph V.C. below if the County,
in its sole discretion, determines that such reallocation or termination is necessary
or advantageous to the County under the Tax Exempt Bond Rules in order to (a)
qualify for a spending exception to the arbitrage rebate requirements, or (b)
reduce the amount of any potential arbitrage rebate or penalty, or (c) manage the
County's bond proceeds.
IV. Ownership and Operation
A. Ownership of Improvements. Ownership and title to all materials, equipment and
appurtenances installed pursuant to this Agreement shall automatically vest in City.
Town shall not dispose of or encumber its title or other interest in the Project
improvements for a period of at least twenty-five (25) years following the date the
Project is completed. This Section shall survive termination, cancellation,
expiration or revocation, whether in whole or in part, of this Agreement.
B. Operation. For at least twenty-five (25) years following completion of the Project,
Town shall: (1) operate and maintain the Project improvements for its intended
purposes, for the benefit of the public; (2) insure the Project improvements (through
either direct or self-insurance coverage); (3) maintain, repair and replace the Project
improvements as needed; (4) make the Project improvements available to all the
residents of Pima County without restriction or preference to jurisdiction of
residence; and (5) ensure that any fee charged for the use of the Project
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improvements does not exceed the fee charged by the County for a similar purpose.
This Section shall survive termination, cancellation, expiration or revocation,
whether in whole or in part, of this Agreement.
V. Term. The term of this Agreement shall begin on the date this Agreement is recorded
with the Pima County Recorder, and shall remain in effect until December 31,2010.
VI. Termination. This Agreement may be earlier terminated under the following
circumstances:
A. For Cause. A party may terminate this Agreement for material breach ofthe
Agreement by the other party. Prior to any termination under this paragraph, the
party allegedly in default shall be given written notice by the other party of the
nature of the alleged default. The party said to be in default shall have forty-five
(45) days to cure the default. Ifthe default is not cured within that time, the other
party may terminate this Agreement. Any such termination shall not relieve either
party from liabilities or costs already incurred under this Agreement.
B. Conflict of Interest. This Agreement can be terminated for a conflict of interest
as set forth in A.R.S. 938-511, the relevant portions of which are hereby
incorporated herein by this reference.
C. Arbitrage Rebate Requirements. The County reserves the right to cease
payments to Town and unilaterally terminate this Agreement if County
determines, in County's sole discretion, that any action or inaction on the part of
Town is likely to occur that would adversely affect the election made by the
County under the Tax Exempt Bond Rules relating to exceptions for arbitrage
rebate.
D. Ownership of Project Upon Termination. Any termination of this Agreement
shall not relieve any party from liabilities or costs already incurred under this
Agreement, nor affect any ownership of the Project constructed pursuant to this
Agreement.
VII. Indemnification. Each party (as Indemnitor) agrees to indemnify, defend and hold
harmless the other party (as Indemnitee) from and against any and all claims, losses,
liability, costs or expenses (including reasonable attorney's fees) (hereinafter collectively
referred to as "claims") arising out of bodily injury of any person (including death) or
property damage, but only to the extent that such claims which result in
vicarious/derivative liability to the Indemnitee, are caused by the act, omission, negligence,
misconduct, or other fault of the Indemnitor, its officers, officials, agents, employees, or
volunteers.
A. Preexisting Conditions. To the fullest extent permitted by law, Town shall
indemnify, defend and hold County, its boards, officers, departments,
employees and agents, harmless from and against any claims and damages, as
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fully set out above, resulting from or arising out of the existence of any
substance, material or waste, regulated pursuant to federal, state or local
environmental laws, regulations or ordinances, that is present on, in or below
or originated from property owned or controlled by the Town prior to the
execution of this Agreement.
B. Notice. Each party shall notify the other in writing within thirty (30) days of
the receipt of any claim, demand, suit or judgment against the receiving party
for which the receiving party intends to invoke the provisions of this Section.
Each party shall keep the other party informed on a current basis of its defense
of any claims, demands, suits, or judgments under this Section.
C. Negligence of Indemnified Party. The obligations under this Article shall not
extend to the negligence of the indemnified party, its agents or employees.
D. Survival of Termination. This Article shall survive the termination,
cancellation, expiration or revocation, whether in whole or in part, of this
Agreement.
VIII. Insurance. When requested, a party shall provide the other party with proof of its
worker's compensation, automobile, accident, property damage, and liability coverage or
program of self-insurance.
IX. Records and Inspections.
A. Book and Records. Town shall keep and maintain proper and complete books,
records and accounts ofthe Project. For bond purposes, the Project books and
records must continue to be maintained for a period of three (3) years after final
payment of the bonds issued for the Project. The bonds funding the Project are
expected to be fully paid by June 30, 2023, but may be subject to refunding.
Town shall have the option of either (i) maintaining the Project books and
records for the requisite number of years or (ii) conveying the Project books and
records to County any time after the Project is completed. The books, records
and accounts of the Project shall be available for inspection and audit by duly
authorized representatives of County at all reasonable times during the period in
which said books, records and accounts are maintained by the Town. Unless
Town conveys all Project books, records and accounts to County, Town shall
indemnify and hold the County harmless from and against any amount required
to be paid to the Internal Revenue Service or any governmental Town or agency
arising out ofthe failure by Town to maintain such records.
B. Inspection and Audit. The County may perform an inspection ofthe Project or
an audit of Town' s books and records at any time in order to verify that monies
spent on the Project were expended in accordance with the terms of this
Agreement.
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X. Compliance with Laws. The parties shall comply with all applicable federal, state and
local laws, rules, regulations, standards and executive orders, without limitation to those
designated within this Agreement
XI. Non-Discrimination. The parties shall not discriminate against any County employee,
client or any other individual in any way because of that person's age, race, creed, color,
religion, sex, disability or national origin in the course of carrying out their duties pursuant
to this Agreement. The parties shall comply with the provisions of Executive Order 75-5,
as amended by Executive Order 99-4, which is incorporated into this Agreement by
reference, as if set forth in full herein.
XII. Americans with Disabilities Act. The parties shall comply with all applicable provisions
of the Americans with Disabilities Act (Public Law 101-336,42 U.S.C. 12101-12213) and
all applicable federal regulations under the Act, including 28 CFR Parts 35 and 36.
XIII. Compliance with Bond Requirements. Town agrees to comply with all applicable
provisions of Pima County Code Chapter 3.06, "Bonding Disclosure, Accountability, and
Implementation" and ofthe Bond Ordinance, as they now exist or may hereafter be
amended. Any reports to be submitted by Town to County in compliance with Pima
County Code Chapter 3.06 or the Bond Ordinance shall be provided in a format and
schedule determined by County.
XIV. Severability. If any provision of this Agreement, or any application thereof to the parties
or any person or circumstances, is held invalid, such invalidity shall not affect other
provisions or applications of this Agreement which can be given effect, without the
invalid provision or application and to this end the provisions of this Agreement are
declared to be severable.
XV. Force Majeure. A party shall not be in default under this Agreement ifit does not fulfill
any of its obligations under this Agreement because it is prevented or delayed in doing so
by reason of uncontrollable forces. The term "uncontrollable forces" shall mean, for the
purpose of this Agreement, any cause beyond the control of the party affected, including
but not limited to failure of facilities, breakage or accident to machinery or transmission
facilities, weather conditions, flood, earthquake, lightning, fire, epidemic, war, riot, civil
disturbance, sabotage, strike, lockout, labor dispute, boycott, material or energy shortage,
casualty loss, acts of God, or action or non-action by governmental bodies in approving or
failing to act upon applications for approvals or permits which are not due to the
negligence or willful action ofthe parties, order of any government officer or court
(excluding orders promulgated by the parties themselves), and declared local, state or
national emergency, which, by exercise of due diligence and foresight, such party could
not reasonably have been expected to avoid. Either party rendered unable to fulfill any
obligations by reason of uncontrollable forces shall exercise due diligence to remove such
inability with all reasonable dispatch.
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XVI. Legal Jurisdiction and Authority. Nothing in this Agreement shall be construed as either
limiting or extending the legal jurisdiction of County or Town. Neither party warrants to
the other its legal authority to enter into this Agreement. If a court, at the request of a third
person, should declare that either party lacks authority to enter into this Agreement, or any
part of it, then the Agreement, or parts of it affected by such order, shall be null and void,
and no recovery may be had by either party against the other for lack of performance or
otherwise.
XVII. Workers Compensation. Each party shall comply with the notice of A.R.S. S 23-1022
(E). For purposes of A.R.S. S 23-1022, each party shall be considered the primary
employer of all personnel currently or hereafter employed by that party, irrespective of
the operations of protocol in place, and said party shall have the sole responsibility for the
payment of Worker's Compensation benefits or other fringe benefits of said employees.
XVIII. No Joint Venture. It is not intended by this Agreement to, and nothing contained in this
Intergovernmental Agreement shall be construed to, create any partnership, joint venture
or employment relationship between the parties or create any employer-employee
relationship between County and any Town employees, or between Town and any
County employees. No party shall be liable for any debts, accounts, obligations or other
liabilities whatsoever of the other, including (without limitation) the other party's
obligation to withhold Social Security and income taxes for itself or any of its employees.
XIX. No Third Party Beneficiaries. Nothing in this Agreement is intended to create any duty
or obligation to, or rights in, any person or entity that is not a party to this Agreement,
including the Community Group. Furthermore, this Agreement is not intended to affect
the legal liability of any party to this Agreement by imposing any standard of care with
respect to the maintenance of public facilities different from the standard of care imposed
by law.
XX. Notification. All notices or demands upon any party to this agreement shall be in writing,
unless other forms are designated elsewhere, and shall be delivered in person or sent by
mail addressed as follows:
IF TO THE COUNTY:
Chuck Huckelberry
County Administrator
130 W Congress, 1 dh Floor
Tucson, AZ. 85701
Lori Godoshian
County Clerk of the Board of Supervisors
130 W Congress, 5th Floor
Tucson, AZ. 85701
Margaret Kish
Director, Community Development and Neighborhood Conservation Department
2797 E. Ajo Way, 3rd Floor, Tucson, AZ. 85713
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IF TO THE TOWN OF MARANA:
Gilbert Davidison
Assistant Town Manager
11555 W Civic Center Dr.
Marana, Az 85653-7003
XXI. Construction of Agreement. This document constitutes the entire Agreement between
the parties pertaining to the subject matter hereof, and all prior or contemporaneous agreements
and understandings, oral or written, are hereby superseded and merged herein. This Agreement
shall not be modified, amended, altered or extended except through a written amendment signed
by the parties and recorded with the Pima County Recorder, or Arizona Secretary of State,
whichever is appropriate.
In Witness Whereof, County has caused this Agreement to be executed by the Chair of its Board of
Supervisors, upon resolution of the Board and attested to by the Clerk of the Board, and the Town
has caused this Agreement to be executed by the Mayor upon resolution of the Mayor and Council
and attested to by its Clerk.
Chairman, Board of Supervisors
TOWN OF ~A
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Mayor, Town 0 Marana
PIMA COUNTY
ATTEST:
Clerk of the Board of Supervisors
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Fin Department Director
APPROVED AS TO CONTENT:
Community Development Director
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Intergovernmental Agreement Determination
The foregoing Intergovernmental Agreement between Pima County, and the Town has been
reviewed pursuant to A.R.S. ~ 11-952 by the undersigned, each of whom has determined that it is
in proper form and is within the powers and authority granted under the laws of the State of
Arizona to the party represented by the himlher.
PIMA COUNTY
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D y Coun y Attorney
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Date
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