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CM-2021-303 - 11/19/2021DocuSign Envelope ID: C46385A8-4390-464B-BF39-6EAF86logEA8 CITY OF ROUND ROCK ARTIST'S AGREEMENT WITH AUX ENTERTAINMENT LLC. This Agreement is by and between the City of Round Rock (hereinafter referred to as "City"), whose address is 221 East Main Street, Round Rock, Texas 78664, and AUX Entertainment LLC., f/s/o "OSO" (hereinafter referred to "Artist"). RECITALS: WHEREAS, City has determined that it has a need to contract for the performance services of Artist, specifically for the City's "Light Up the Lake" event; and WHEREAS, the parties desire to enter into this Agreement to set forth in writing their respective rights, duties and obligations hereunder; NOW, THEREFORE, WITNESSETH: That for and in consideration of the mutual promises contained herein and other good and valuable consideration, the receipt and sufficiency of which are hereby acknowledged, it is mutually agreed by and between the parties as follows: 1. Show Details A. Artist agrees to perform at the City's Old Settlers Park on December 4, 2021, at 3300 Palm Valley Boulevard, Round Rock, Texas, pursuant to the terms set forth herein. B. The Artist shall perform at 8:30 p.m. or as agreed upon by the parties, for approximately 20-25 minutes. C. Artist shall have the sole and exclusive control over the production, presentation, and performance of the Show. D. City shall provide at its expense power, stage, PA/sound system, lights, backline and secured dressing area. 2. Compensation A. In consideration for the services to be performed Artist, City agrees to pay Artist a total sum not to exceed Two Thousand and No/100 Dollars ($2,000.00), in full payment for the services delineated herein. B. Payment shall be made by City to Artist in U.S. funds by City of Round Rock as follows: 4892-6502-47701ss2 DocuSign Envelope ID C463135AB-4390-4646-BF39 6EAF8610BEA8 (1) One Thousand and No/100 Dollars ($1,000.00) shall be paid to Artist upon execution of this Agreement via wire transfer; and (2) One Thousand and No/100 Dollars ($1,000.00) shall be paid to the Artist immediately prior to performance on December 3, 2021 via wire transfer. 3. Cancellation of Agreement A. This Agreement may be cancelled with all obligations extinguished including the duty of City to pay compensation, as follows: 1. By Artist for reasons of his own, with or without cause, and not subject to the mutual consent of any other party, such written cancellation notice to be given to the other party not less than thirty (30) days prior to the performance date of the engagement hereunder. 2. By City for reasons of its own, with or without cause, and not subject to the mutual consent of any other party, such written cancellation notice to be given to the other party not less than thirty (30) days prior to the performance date of the engagement hereunder. 3. By mutual agreement and consent of the parties, such consent to be in writing. B. Proper cancellation by any party shall extinguish all rights, duties, and obligations of City and the other party to fulfill contractual obligations. 4. Independent Contractor Status Artist is an independent contractor, and is not City's employee. This Agreement does not create a partnership relationship, employer -'employee relationship, joint venture relationship, principal/agent relationship, or any other relationship of similar kind, and no party shall represent itself to third parties as having such relationship. Reproduction of Performance City shall not record or permit others to record, broadcast, televise, photograph or otherwise reproduce the visual and/or audio performance. DocuSign Envelope ID: C463B5AB-4390-464B-BF39-6EAF8610BEAB 6. Riaht to Likeness Artist's name or likeness may not be used as an endorsement of any product or service without Artist's prior written consent from Artist's management. 7. Assignment and Delegation No party may assign any rights or delegate any duties under this Agreement without the other party's express prior written approval. 8. Payment of Taxes A. Artist shall pay all income taxes, and FICA (Social Security and Medicare taxes) incurred while performing services under this Agreement. City will not: I. Withhold FICA from Artist's payment or make payments on its behalf; 2. Make state andlor federal unemployment compensation contributions on Artist's behalf; or 3. Withhold state or federal income tax from Artist's payment. B. If requested, City shall provide Artist with a certificate from the Texas State Comptroller indicating that City is a non-profit corporation and not subject to State of Texas Sales and Use Tax. 9, Notices A. All notices and other communications in connection with this Agreement shall be in writing and shall be considered given as follows: 1. When delivered personally to the recipient's address as stated in this Agreement; or 2. Three (3) days after being deposited in the U.S. mail, postage prepaid, to the recipient's address as stated herein. Notice to City: Laurie Hadley, City Manager City of Round Rock 221 East Main Street Round Rock, Texas 78664 C DocuSign Envelope ID. C463B5AB-4390464B-BF39-6EAF8610BEA8 AND TO Stephan L. Sheets City Attorney 309 East Main Street Round Rock, Texas 78664 Notice to Artist: AUX Entertainment LLC. B. Nothing contained in this section shall be construed to restrict the transmission of routine communications between representatives of City and Artist. 10. Exclusive Agreement The terms and conditions of this Agreement, including all exhibits, constitute the entire agreement of the parties and supersede all previous communications, representations and agreements, either written or oral, with respect to the subject matter hereof. No modifications of this Agreement will be binding on the parties unless acknowledged in writing by the duly authorized governing body or representative for each party. 11. Audio or Visual Reproduction No part, portion, or segment of Producer/Artist's performance shall be reproduced by City using either audio or visual means without prior written consent of Producer -'Artist. 12, Right to Sell Merchandise Items A. Artist shall have the right to sell various legal merchandise items at a suitable place or places within the venue or place of engagement, as indicated by representatives of City. City shall receive no commission on the sale of such items. B. City shall not knowingly allow unauthorized merchandisers to conduct business within the venue or place of engagement. 13. Liability City assumes responsibility for payment of costs, expenses, charges, claims, losses, liabilities, and damages related to the subject matter of this Agreement only if and when such specific liability is imposed upon City by a finding of negligence in the appropriate court of law. 4 bs r f/ DocuSign Envelope ID: C463B5AB-4390-464B-BF39-6EAF8610BEAB 14. Insurance City warrants that it has complete and adequate general liability insurance relative to potential third -party claims arising from performance of the subject matter hereof. It is expressly understood and agreed by and between the parties hereto that City will not provide insurance coverage, including but not limited to health, accident or worker's compensation coverage, for the Artist, its agents, employees, volunteers, members of the performing group, or anyone similarly situated, and that City will not provide insurance coverage for any musical instruments, equipment or vehicles. 15. Indemnification Artist shall indemnify and hold harmless the City, to the fullest extent permitted by law, for any claims or suits arising from any gross negligence on behalf of the Artist associated with the Engagement. City warrants that in the event the Engagement does not occur for any reason whatsoever (including without limitation due to: cancellation, suspension, or Force Majeure) the Artist shall not be required to refund any monies paid in respect of the Engagement. City shall fully indemnify and hold harmless the Artist, to the fullest extent permitted by law, for any claims or suits arising from any gross negligence on behalf of the City associated with the Engagement. City shall indemnify and hold harmless the Artist, personnel, representatives, principals, band members, officers, employees, directors and travelling party), to the fullest extent permitted by the law, in respect of any loss, damages, costs or third -party claims (including reasonable attorneys fees) that Artist incurs as a result of City's breach of any warranty or term set forth herein. 18. Sickness or Accident In the event of sickness or if accident to Artist beyond the control of Artist, it is understood and agreed that there shall be no claim for damages by City and Artist's obligations as to such performance shall be waived by City, so long as Artist gives immediate notice of sickness or accident to City. 19. Force Majeure No party hereto will be responsible for the performance of any of its obligations hereunder if prevented, delayed or hindered by war, riots insurrection, embargoes, strikes, concealed acts of workmen, casualty, accidents, acts of terror, an epidemic or pandemic, a public health emergency, a declaration of disaster, or any other occurrence beyond such party's control. 5 os DS DocuSign Envelope ID: C463B5AB-43904648-BF39-6EAF8610BEA8 In the event the performance cannot be held as a result of Force Majeure event, the parties shall re -schedule the performance to a mutually agreed upon date and time. The terms set forth in the executed Artist Agreement shall remain in effect for the re -scheduled performance date and time. 20. Inclement, Weather Notwithstanding anything contained herein to the contrary, inclement weather shall not be deemed to be a force majeure occurrence. City shall determine in good faith whether any such inclement weather conditions shall render the performance impossible, hazardous or unsafe. 21. Compliance with Laws In accordance with Chapter 2271, Texas Government Code, a governmental entity may not enter into a contract with a company for goods and services unless the contract contains written verification from the company that it: (i) does not boycott Israel; and (2) will not boycott Israel during the term of this Agreement. The signatory executing this Agreement on behalf of the Artist verifies that Artist does not boycott Israel and will not boycott Israel during the term of this Agreement. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have executed this Agreement in duplicate originals on the dates hereafter indicated. CITY OF ROUND ROCK, TE S By: City Manager ctTkS 1 kr'�S4. Date Signed: I 2— FOR CITY, ATTEST4Cerk By• . Meagan Spti, FOR CITY PPROVED AS TO FORM: By- e�City Attorney LJ�tsZ/J/d �. �Ic+ra.ouG 0 AUX ENTERTAINMENT LLC. Oocuftned by: By: _li�iaK1 t,G��t,V EA7F79019F3648E Title: Manager Date Signed: 11/15/2021 ROUND ROCK T E W. City of Round Rock Agenda Item Summary Agenda Number: Title: Artist's Agreement with Aux Entertainment, LLC OSO for performance at 05P on December 4, 2021. Type: City Manager Item Governing Body: City Manager Approval Agenda Date: 11/19/2021 Dept Director: Rick Atkins, Director Cost: $2,000.00 Indexes: General Fund Attachments: Artist Agreement OSO Department: Text of legislative File CM-2021-303 This item will allow for the live music entertainment for Light Up the Lake Event to be held Thursday - Saturday, December 2 - 4, 2021. This will be the second year for Round Rock Parks and Recreation to host the city's annual Christmas tradition event - Light Up the Lake! A big, glowing, spectacular event transforming Old Settlers Park/Bright Lake into a Christmas Light Extravaganza. Each night will feature giant helium and cold air balloons hovering over Bright Lake, amazing light shows, live music concerts, holiday displays, food, refreshments, family activities, yule log and more! With and estimated attendance of 20,000 in 2020 we know that this year will be bigger and better! Cost: $2,000 Source of Funds: PARD aty of Round Rock Page 1 of 1