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2020/01/07 - Regular Packet
BOARD OF MASON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS DRAFT MEETING AGENDA Commission Chambers— 9:00 a.m. 411 North Fifth Street, Shelton WA 98584 January 7, 2020 1. Call to Order 2. Pledge of Allegiance 3. Roll Call 4. Correspondence and Organizational Business 4.1 Correspondence 4.2 Selection of Chair and Vice Chair 4.3 Public Works Bid Award Information Staff: Diane Sheesley 5. Open Forum for Citizen Input (3 minutes per person, 15 minutes time limit) If you wish to address the Commission, raise your hand to be recognized by the Chair. When you have been recognized, please step up to the microphone and give your name and address before your comments. The Mason County Commission is committed to maintaining a meeting atmosphere of mutual respect and speakers are encouraged to honor this principle. 6. Adoption of Agenda Items appearing on the agenda after"Item 10. Public Hearings", may be acted upon before 9:15 a.m. 7. Approval of Minutes—December 16, 2019 Briefing Minutes; November 26, and December 17, 2019 Regular Meeting Minutes 8. Approval of Action Agenda: All items listed under the"Action Agenda"may be enacted by one motion unless a Commissioner or citizen requests an item be removed from the Action Agenda and considered as a separate item. 8.1 Approval to reappoint Don Progreba, Mark Carlson, Jeff Carey, Jack Johnson, and Pete Butkus to a two-year term on the Transportation Improvement Program Citizens Advisory Panel (TIP-CAP). 8.2 Approval to authorize Public Works to solicit for on-call commercial electrical services for 2020-2022, and approval to allow the Deputy Director of Utilities and Waste Management to sign the contract. The maximum pay-out is not to exceed $50,000 per year. 8.3 Approval of Warrants &Treasure Electronic Remittances Claims Clearing Fund Warrant #s 8069057-8069570 $ 2,143,258.53 Direct Deposit Fund Warrant #s 64565-64943 $ 709,473.26 Salary Clearing Fund Warrant #s 7004890-7004915 $ 494,301.08 8.4 Approval to authorize the Department of Emergency Management Manager to sign and complete contract E20-183 to close the FY 18 State Homeland Security Program Grant. 8.5 Approval to adopt a resolution amending Resolution 89-19, Mason County Personnel Policy, to amend Chapter 7.9 WA Paid Family and Medical Leave, Agendas are subject to change,please contact the Commissioners'office for most recent version. This agenda was last printed on 12/31/19 10:36 AM. If special accommodations are needed,contact the Commissioners'office at ext.419,Shelton#360-427-9670;Belfair #275-4467,Elma#482-5269. MASON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS' MEETING AGENDA January 07, 2020—PAGE 2 and Chapter 8.5 No Smoking Policy, replacing language in compliance with the RCW's governing each chapter. 9. Other Business (Department Heads and Elected Officials) 10. 9:15 a.m. Public Hearings and Items Set for a Certain Time 10.1 Public Hearing to consider the expansion of 600 acres into the Shelton Urban Growth Area (UGA). Staff: Kell Rowen. 10.2 Public Hearing to consider a code amendment to Mason County Code Chapter 6.72, Section .030 adding Section (I); Solid Waste Flow Control. Staff: Loretta Swanson 10.3 Public Hearing to consider approving the franchise agreement applications between Mason County and the following water systems: • Emerald Lake Community Club, Inc. • Clifton Beach Tracts Co-Op Water Association. • Lake Christine Community Club • Kamilche Shores Community Association • Lakeland Village Water Company • Paradise Service Assocation • PUD #1 • Tahuya River Valley Water District • Timberlakes Community Club 11. Board's Reports and Calendar 12. Adjournment J:\AGENDAS\2020\2020-01-07 REG.doc MASON COUNTY TO: BOARD OF MASON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS Reviewed: FROM: Ginger Kenyon Ext. 380 DEPARTMENT: Support Services Action Agenda DATE: January 7, 2020 No. 4.1 ITEM: Correspondence 4.1.1 Kathryn Abernathy-Robinson sent in her application for The Advisory Council for Lewis, Mason, Thurston Area Agency on Aging. 4.1.2 Received notice from the United Sates Department of the Interior Bureau of Indian Affairs regarding a filing for Squaxin Island Tribe to have real property put into trust. Parcel no. 31914-24-90032, 31914-40-80840, 31914-10-80830 4.1.3 Tim Lincoln sent in an application for Transportation Improvement Program Citizen Advisory Panel (TIP-CAP) Advisory Board. 4.1.4 Letter from FEMA re: National Flood Insurance Program 2012 Community Assistance Visit (CAV) letter of closure. Attachments: Originals on file with the Clerk of the Board. CC: CMMRS Neatherlin, Shutty&Trask Clerk ENT Of,y�yUnited States Department of the Interior ° BUREAU OF INDIAN AFFAIRS X Northwest Regional Office 911 Northeast l Ith Avenue ARCH 3a'A Portland, Oregon 97232 IN REPLY REFER TO: DEC 18 2019 Division of Realty CERTIFIED MAIL—RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED E(L11 Mason County Commissioners 411 North 5`h Street DEC 24 2019 Shelton,Washington 98584 Mason County Dear Commissioners: Ccmrnissioners Pursuant to the Code of Federal Regulations,Title 25, INDIANS, Part 151.10, notice is given of the application filed by the Squaxin Island Tribe to have real property accepted"in trust"for said applicant by the United States of America. The determination whether to acquire this property "in trust"will be made in the exercise of discretionary authority,which is vested in the Secretary of the Interior, or his authorized representative, U.S. Department of the Interior. To assist us in the exercise of that discretion, we invite your comments on the proposed acquisition. In order for the Secretary to assess the impact of the removal of the subject property from the tax rolls, and if applicable to your organization, we also request that you provide the following information: (1) If known, the annual amount of property taxes currently levied on the subject property allocated to your organization; (2) Any special assessments, and amounts thereof, that are currently assessed against the property in support of your organization; (3) Any governmental services that are currently provided to the property by your organization; and (4) If subject to zoning, how the intended use is consistent, or inconsistent, with the zoning. We provide the following information regarding this application: Applicant: Squaxin Island Tribe Legal Land Description/Site Location: Parcel 1: All that portion of the tidelands of the second-class, formerly owned by the State of Washington, and conveyed by the State of Washington as tidelands suitable for the cultivation of oysters to H.G.Richardson in deed recorded in Volume 8 O.L., page 148, records of Mason County, Washington,particularly described as follows: BEGINNING at the meander corner between fractional Sections 11 and 14, Township 19 North, Range 3 West,W.M., which is 58.29 chains East of the corner common to Sections 10, 11, 14 and 15, said Township and Range;thence along the meander line as follows: South 4° East, 3.47 chains; South 18° East, 5.05 chains; South 27° West, 8.70 chains; South 25° West, 5.13 chains; South 37 1/2°West, 3.95 chains; South 10°West, 3.24 chains; South 36°West, 7.55 chains; South 44° West, 5.60 chains; South 76°West, 2.02 chains; South 8° East, 2.55 chains, to an intersection with the North boundary line of the tidelands of the second-class, formerly owned by • the State of Washington, and conveyed by the State-of Washington as tidelands suitable for the cultivation of oysters to Port Blakely Mill Company under Application No. 1866, in deed recorded in Volume 1 of Deeds,page 465,records of Mason County,Washington; thence East following said North boundary line, 5.70 chains; thence North 381/2° East, 14.00 chains; North 24 3/4° East, 23.00 chains; North 111/i West, 8.46 chains to a point due East of the point of beginning; thence West, 5.15 chains to the POINT OF BEGINNING. EXCEPTING therefrom, all that portion thereof which lies within the tract of land particularly described as follows: COMMENCING at the West quarter corner of said Section 14; thence S89°35'53"E along the East-West centerline of said Section, 2113.56 feet to the POINT OF BEGINNING of the tract of land herby described; thence continue S89°35'53"E along said East-West centerline, 572.90 feet to the line of vegetation of Totten Inlet and a point hereinafter referred to as Point "A"; thence along said line of vegetation NO°53'34"W, 179.02 feet and N77°56'45"E, 20.985 feet; thence N30009'42"W, 249.839 feet; thence N89°35'53"W,461.75 feet; thence SO°28'54"W, 398.624 feet to the POINT OF BEGINNING. TOGETHER WITH upland, if any, and second-class tidelands conveyed by the State of Washington as suitable for the cultivation of oysters,particularly described as follows: BEGINNING at the above described Point"A"; thence S89°35'53"E, 83.00 feet; thence N0053'34"W, 73.63 feet; thence N30°09'42"W, 127.612 feet; thence S77056'45"W, 20.985 feet; thence S0053'34"E, 179.02 feet to the POINT OF BEGINNING. Parcel No. 31914-10-80830 (23.91 acres) Parcel 2: All that portion of Lot 2 of short Subdivision No. 1905,recorded September 29, 1989, Auditor's File No. 499435, and being a portion of Government Lot 1, Section 14, Township 19 North, thence S00°53'28"W, 300.22 feet; to a Norris bar and cap; thence S88°41'14"E, 634.03 feet; thence N38°32'31"E, 99.26 feet, thence N16°14'15"E, 257.49 feet;-thence N82°25'06"E, 85.71 feet,to a Norris bar and cap; thence N54°00'22"E, 57 feet; more or less,to the East line of said Government Lot 1; thence Northwesterly, along said East line, 211 feet; more or less, to a point which bears S88°41'14"E from a Norris bar and cap; thence N88°41'14"W, 203.62 feet, more or less,to said Norris bar and cap; thence S09°31'15"E, 68.92 feet, to a Norris bar and cap; thence S32013'50"E, 129.72 feet,to a Norris bar and cap; thence S00°55'18"E, 99.68 feet, to a Norris bar and cap; thence N88°41'14"W, 658.26 feet, more or less, to the POINT OF BEGINNING. Said land formerly known and described as the resulting Parcel l of Boundary Line Adjustment No. 08-17, recorded June 12, 2008, Auditor's File No. 1922228. • TOGETHER WITH all that portion of the resulting Parcel 1 of Boundary Line Adjustment No. 12-22, recorded June 28, 2012, Auditor's File Nos. 1991403 and 1991404, and being a portion of Government Lots 1 and 2, Section 14,Township 19 North, Range 3 West,W.M., lying Easterly of the centerline of an easement for ingress, egress and utility purposes, 60 feet in width, as described in instrument recorded November 2, 1990, Auditor's File No. 517916, said centerline being particularly described as follows: COMMENCING at a Simpson monument at the North quarter corner of said Section 14; thence S00053'28"E, 707.13 feet to the centerline of"Dahman Road", as described in Boundary Line Adjustment No. 09-08, recorded April 2, 2009, Auditor's File No. 1937148; thence, along said centerline, S69°32'00"E, 42.73 feet, and S74°36'16"E, 130.20 feet to its intersection with the centerline of an easement for ingress,egress and utility purposes, 60 feet in width, as described in instrument recorded November 2, 1990, Auditor's File No. 517916, and the POINT OF BEGINNING of the centerline hereby described;'thence, along said centerline, S30°02'56"E, 73.80 feet, S 15°O1'10"E, 60.30 feet, S03051'26"E, 48.11 feet, S 18°13'17"W, 152.56 feet, S27032'28"W,43.08 feet, S25°49'15"W, 58.11 feet, and S24°27'13"W,7.68 feet to the Northwest corner of the resulting Parcel 2 of said Boundary Line Adjustment No. 12-22, and the terminus of the herein described centerline. Said land being collectively known and described as the resulting Parcel 2 of Boundary Line Adjustment No. 14-43, recorded November 20, 2014, Auditor's File Nos. 2032868 and 2032869. INCLUDING a 1996 CHAMP manufactured home, 66 x 40', VIN 17709684, TPO/Plate No. +539443, as described in Manufactured Home Title Elimination recorded November 24, 2008, Auditor's File No. 1931151. Parcel No. 31914-24-90032 (16.18 acres), and Manufactured Home Parcel No. 30 13105 TOGETHER WITH and SUBJECT TO easements for ingress, egress and utility purposes over and across "existing roadways beginning at Bloomfield County Road", as disclosed in instrument recorded September 7, 1990, Auditor's File No. 514900, recorded November 2, 1990, Auditor's File No. 517916, recorded December 17, 1990, Auditor's File No. 520080, as shown on the map of Short Subdivision No. 2176,recorded April 15, 1992, Auditor's File No. 542631, and as disclosed in instrument recorded August 12, 1993, Auditor's File No. 570284. TOGETHER WITH a perpetual, non-exclusive easement for ingress, egress and utilities,40 feet in width, "the centerline of which is the centerline of the existing roadway(s) across the within described land", as reserved in instrument recorded November 28, 1994, Auditor's File No. 599380. TOGETHER WITH and SUBJECT TO easements for ingress, egress and utilities, 60 feet in width, as described in Boundary Line Adjustment No. 09-08, recorded April 2, 2009, Auditor's File Nos. 1937147 and 1937148, and as described on survey recorded February 5, 2010, in Volume 36 of Surveys, page 129, Auditor's File No. 1952946. Parcel 3 That portion of the following described tract of tidelands, formerly owned by the State of Washington, and conveyed by the State of Washington as tidelands suitable for the cultivation of oysters to Port Blakely Mill Company under Application No. 1866, in deed recorded in Volume 1 of Deeds,page 465, records of Mason County,Washington, which lies front of Government Lot 4, Section 14,Township 19 North, Range 3 West,W.M., and between the North and South lines of said Government Lot 4 extended East to wit: COMMENCING at the meander corner between Sections 14 and 23, Township 19 North, Range 3 West,W.M.; thence N10°30'E,400 feet; thence N11°30'W, 180 feet; thence North 35°West, 420 feet; thence North 160 East, 150 feet; thence North 0°15' East, 130 feet; thence N4030'W, 270 feet; thence NO°30'W, 390 feet; thence North 70 West, 360 feet; thence North 100 West, 350 feet; thence North 9° West, 79.8 feet to the Southwest corner of a tract from which the meander corner between Sections 11 and 14, said Township and Range,bears North 9° West, 12.2 feet and North 540 East, 258 feet and North 420 East,400 feet and North 320 East,400 feet and N25015'E, 1340 feet and N12037'W, 631 feet; thence from the Southwest corner of said tract, East, 214 feet; thence S1°30'E,430 feet; thence South 9° East, 545 feet; thence S23°30'E, 144 feet; thence S17°23'E, 222 feet; thence S31002'W, 202 feet; thence S13°47'E,460 feet; thence S 11051'E, 399 feet; thence S 11 021'W, 312 feet; thence West 163 feet to the POINT OF BEGINNING. Parcel No. 31914-40-80840 (5.22 acres) Containing 45.31 acres, more or less. Project Description/Proposed Land Use: Residential As indicated above,the purpose for seeking your comments regarding the proposed trust land acquisition is to obtain sufficient data that would enable an analysis of the potential impact on local/state government, which may result from the removal of the subject property from the tax rolls and local jurisdiction. This notice does not constitute, or replace, a notice that might be issued for the purpose of compliance with the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) of 1969. Your written comments should be addressed to the Northwest Regional Director, Bureau of Indian Affairs, 911 Northeast 11'h Avenue, Portland, Oregon 97232-4169. Any comments received within thirty days of your receipt of this notice will be considered and made a part of our record. You may be granted one thirty-day extension of time to furnish comments,provided you submit a written justification requesting such an extension within thirty days of receipt of this letter. Additionally, copies of all comments will be provided to the applicant for a response. You will be notified of the decision to approve or deny the application. If any party receiving the enclosed notice is aware of additional governmental entities that may be affected by the subject acquisition,please forward a copy to said party. A copy of the application,excluding any documentation exempted under the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA), is available for review at the above-listed address. A request to make an appointment to review the application, or questions regarding the application, may be directed to Robin D. Tonasket, Realty Specialist, at telephone number(503) 736-4710-2879 or robin.tonasket@bia.gov. Sincerely, Bryan Mercier Northwest Regional Director cc: Squaxin Island Tribe 1G-Gb ly 1G; 66 rmuri-Donn L Scott-t5elIair 600-G i5-loon cc:CMMRS Neatherlin,Shutty&Trask Clerk Qkn MASON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS 411 NORTH FIFTH STREET DEC 2 6 2019 SHELTON WA 98584 x Mason County Fax 360-427-8437, Voice 360-427-9670, Ext. 499;275-4467 or 482-5269 54'. Commissioners I AM SEEKING APPQINTKgNT TO TIP-CAP NAME:Tim Lincoln ADD S 700 NE Haven Lake DR PHONE:(360)275-2239 Cl !IP: VOTING PRECINCT: WORK PHONE: (360)8015532 cell Tahuya 98513t(OR AREA IN THE COUNTY YOU LM)1 E-MAIL tmlinc6@gmail.com COMMUNITY SERVICE EMPLOYMENT- (IE RETIRED PREVIOUS EXPERIEUCE) AvoMITANOONr'erig i e�'%V and COMPANY: John L Scott Belfair 2 years S None currently� ��watitsrsr�-8 s POSITION: Realtor COMPANY: Operating Engineers, multiple companies.4( YRS POSITION: Heavy Equipment Operator, Foreman ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- In your words,what do you perceive is the role or purpose of the Board, Committee or Council for which you are applying: Help advise on road and trail construction and maintenance projects based on community need and input. What interests,skills do you wish to offer the Board,Committee,or Council? Experienced in heavy highway construction and a lifetime resident of Mason County and my aunt Mary said I had to. Please list any financial, professional, or voluntary affiliations which may influence or affect your position on this Board: (i.e.create a potential conflict of interest) None Your participation is dependent upon attending certain trainings made available by the County during regular business hours (such as Open Public Meetings Act and Public Records).The trainings would be at no cost to you.Would you be able to attend such trainings? Yes Realistically,how much time can you give to this position? Quarterly x Monthly Weekly Daily Office Use Only Appointment Date Signat Date Term Expire Date __-_.., Received Time Dec, 26. 2019 11 : 37AM No. 1904 cc:CMMRS Neatherlin,Shutty&Trask HE Clerk 'c'n °p°n• Mr4SOIV COUNTY COMMISSIONERS DEC 16 2019 411 NORTH FIFTH STREET SHELTON WA 98584 Mason County Fax 360-427-8437; Voice 360-427-9670, Ext 419;275-4467 or 482-5269 - — Cornmissioner�, 1854 1 AM SEEKING APPOINTMENT To The Advisory Council -LMTAAA NAME: Kathryn Abemathy-Robinson ADDRESS: 181 W Storeybrook Lane PHONE: 360-426-5003 CITY/ZIP: VOTING PRECINCT: WORK PHONE: n/a Shelton,WA c Isabell n(OR AREA IN THE COUNTY YOU LIVE) E-MAIL: nabemath@hotmail.com ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- COMMUNITY SERVICE EMPLOYMENT: (IF RETIRED, PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE) (ACTIVITIES OR MEMBERSHIPS) COMPANY: Lewis-Mason-Thurston AAA 17 YRS Currantjy VP R jtttpmhership C.'hairman for the Shelton Timberland Friends of the Library Served as Secretary for the Store,ybrook HOA POSITION: Administrative Assistant for approx 20 years. Held various offices as a member of COMPANY: Washington State Grange 10 YRS AFSCME Local 618A until my retirement in 2017 POSITION: Program facilitator -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- In your words, what do you perceive is the role or purpose of the Board, Committee or Council for which you are applying: I believe the role of the advisory council is to advocate for the best interests of our seniors and younger disabled members of our community. We are their voice.We would make recommendations to the Board regarding programs and funding that would best serve dit: taigeted audience. What interests, skills do you wish to offer the Board, Committee, or Council? On a professffinnall level I worked for the AAA for 17 years so I am fam q liar with many of their programs' and I have strong clerical skills. On a personal level I provided in-home care to both my mother and my husband prior to their passing. Please list any financial, professional, or voluntary affiliations which may influence or affect your position on this Board: (i.e.create a potential conflict of interest) 1 no longer have any filiation with I h4TAAA other than long time friendships. Your participation is dependent upon attending certain trainings made available by the County during regular business hours (such as Open Public Meetings Act and Public Records).The trainings would be at no cost to you.Would you be able to attend such trainings? yes Reaiis'cally,how much time ca ou give to this position? Quarterly fly Office Use Only 12/12/19 Appointment Date Date Terni Expire Date i�.... 1. ,' 1 �4� t. .. s _ .. CC.LrVIMKS Neatherlin,Shutty"ask Clerk U.S.Department of homeland Security Region X 130 228"Street,SW Bothell,WA 98021 4�\ FEMA December 20, 2019 The Honorable Kevin Shutty E �Jr . ,:-:,� Chairman,Mason County Board of Commissioners R L� Y Lid 411 North 5th Street Shelton, Washington 98584 DEC 3 0 2019 Re:National Flood Insurance Program Mason County 2012 Community Assistance Visit Co;nrnissioners Letter of Closure Dear Chairman Shutty: Mason County is a participant in the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP), a program administered by the Federal Emergency Management Agency(FEMA)that provides residents of the community an opportunity to purchase flood insurance, ensures the community remains eligible for flood disaster relief, and provides regulated development methods to reduce the damages caused by flooding. One of the duties in administering the NFIP is to perform Community Assistance Visits(CAVs)for participating communities. The CAV is a comprehensive assessment of a community's floodplain management program to help improve the community's understanding of, and compliance with,the requirements of the NFIP. Each CAV is comprised of three elements: review of the community's floodplain management regulations, review of the local permitting process, and a review of the community's record- keeping process for documenting floodplain development within the Special Flood Hazard Area (SFHA). SFHA are areas mapped on the Flood Insurance Rate Map as having a high risk of flood j hazards. FEMA conducted a CAV with the Community Development Department staff of Mason County on July 12, 2012, the findings of which were documented in a CAV report dated November 16, 2012. The purpose of this letter is to inform you that all issues related to floodplain management identified during the 2012 CAV have been satisfactorily addressed and the CAV is now closed. We appreciate the courtesy, assistance, and professionalism of the County staff throughout the CAV process. www.fema.gov Chairman Shutty December 20,2019 Page 2 If you have any questions related to floodplain management,please contact me, at 425-487-2023 or suzanne.sarpong@fema.dhs.gov. Sincerely, s� 3:Z�Avl Suzanne Sarpong,P.E., CFM Floodplain Management Specialist cc: Kell Rowan,Planning Manager,Mason County John Graves,Floodplain Management and Insurance Branch Chief, FEMA Region X David Radabaugh, Washington State NFIP Coordinator, WA Department of Ecology MASON COUNTY AGENDA ITEM SUMMARY FORM TO: BOARD OF MASON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS From: Diane Sheesley, County Engineer Correspondence & Organizational Business DEPARTMENT: Public Works EXT: 450 COMMISSION MEETING DATE: January 7, 2020 Agenda Item # BRIEFING DATE: December 16, 2019 BRIEFING PRESENTED BY: Loretta Swanson and Diane Sheesley [] ITEM WAS NOT PREVIOUSLY BRIEFED WITH THE BOARD Please provide explanation of urgency: ITEM: Belfair Connector Romance Hill Design — Contract Award EXECUTIVE SUMMARY: On April 23, 2019 Mason County Commissioner's authorized public works to advertise and award for Belfair Connector — Romance Hill, CRP #2019 design not to exceed $350,000. Public works advertised and awarded the Contract to Skillings Connolly, Inc. of Lacey, WA in the amount not to exceed $315,000. BUDGET IMPACTS: The project is budgeted for $400,000 for Preliminary Engineering. RECOMMENDED ACTION: None. Briefing Summary BOARD OF MASON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS'BRIEFING MINUTES Mason County Commission Chambers,411 North 5th Street,Shelton,WA Week of December 16,2019 Monday,December 16,2019 9:00 A.M. Support Services—Frank Pinter Commissioners Shutty,Trask and Neatherlin were in attendance. • Region#3 Homeland Security Mutual Aid Omnibus Agreement was approved to move forward. • Jennifer reviewed the November Financial Statements and the 2020 Budget Amendment Calendar. • Dawn reviewed the Public Works Engineer 1 and 2 job descriptions to be in compliance with FLSA rules and the job descriptions will be changed to show these positions are non-exempt. 9:15 A.M. General Fund Vehicle Fleet Recommendation—(continued from November 12)Public Works/Equipment Rental&Revolving(ER&R) Commissioners Shutty,Trask and Neatherlin were in attendance. • Public Works staff Diane Sheesley,Loretta Swanson and Cyndi Ticknor presented a recommendation for the General Fund vehicle fleet. Upfit cost comparison is the same as what an outside vendor would supply. ER&R is not suggesting the same vehicle replacement schedule as the leased vehicle proposal. ER&R used a straight line depreciation,Sheriff vehicles lifetime is 5 years;other vehicles are 10 years. Assuming 2018 direct costs,and over 5 years at a 2%annual increase,total is$4.6M. There would be an additional cost to Roads and Utility Funds of$1.4M if the County moves the General Fund vehicles to leased vehicles and the ER&R administration stays the same. This proposal does not lay off any staff but redistributes some of the time. The ER&R proposal does not include fuel costs. • Cmmr.Neatherlin asked for a cost breakdown for the past 5 years for the General Fund ER&R costs. He noted the proposal shows a decrease in cost between 2021 to 2024. Cyndi noted the proposal shows a purchase of vehicles in 2020. • Cmmr. Shutty stated a decision on whether to lease needs to be made by early January. 9:45 A.M. Review Request for Proposal for General Fund Vehicle Fleet(continued from November 12) Commissioners Shutty,Trask and Neatherlin were in attendance. • Frank Pinter,Support Services,presented information for leasing the General Fund vehicles.The intent is to reduce the cost of fleet management and options have been presented: 1)Remain status quo,too expensive;2)Create a General Fund motor pool,too expensive and would require additional staff;3)Move ER&R directly under the Commissioners,too expensive and requires additional staff;4)Pursue a leasing option. Frank explained the four areas he disagrees with the ER&R proposal: 1)Are IIA charges to outside government agencies equitable;2)Labor hours for up-fit and down-fit has to be included in overhead costs and it is not in the ER&R proposal;3)Replacement cost for vehicles and 4) Analysis of direct costs. Diane Sheesley interjected the ILA rate is proposed to be increased in 2020 and the State Auditor has never found a problem with the ILA rate. Frank stated the proposed lease is for Ford vehicles and the lease proposal includes two financing options. The county can incur the cost of up-fitting PPV's as a capital cost in the year incurred or it can choose to have the up-fit cost included in the lease.The second option would require a standby letter of credit. Reviewing the five-year average costs of ER&R and the lease option,the average cost to operate ER&R for 103 vehicles is$1.475M per year;the average cost to operate under a leasing option is $1.258M if up-fit costs are included and$1.240 million if up-fit costs are not included in the lease. Board of Mason County Commissioners'Briefing Meeting Minutes December 15,2019 The conclusion is the Lease proposal costs slightly less per year,replaces all vehicles,and amounts to$1 M to$1.5M less over a 5-year period. Cmmr.Neatherlin stated an important element is that there is a regular schedule of replacing vehicles in the leased option. It was noted that to get the up-fitting done in a reasonable amount of time,it will probably have to be outsourced. Cyndi noted ER&R has done up-fitting and would need to know the time expectation. Cmmr.Shutty pointed out the decision to change to leased vehicles will be a decision of the Commissioners and is not based on a comparison of apples to apples because it is a different way of doing business. 10:30 A.M. BREAK 10:40 A.M. Public Works—Loretta Swanson Utilities&Waste Management Commissioners Shutty,Trask and Neatherlin were in attendance. • Update of the WDOT Coffee Creek project at the Highway 101/Shelton Matlock interchange. Completion date is December 2020. • TIP-CAP re-appointment request for six current members will be moved forward. • Proposal for on-call commercial electrical services,maximum pay-out is not to exceed$50,000 per year. • Request to extend the contract with Parametrix to collect the remaining required gas monitoring data with a scheduled completion date of no later than June 30,2020. There is no cost to this amendment. The December 17 agenda will be amended to include this item. • Kennedy-Jenx contract amount presented at the briefing has increased and the correct amount is on the agenda. • A workshop will be schedule regarding SR3/John's Prairie intersection. • Request to fill the Teamster position that was included in the 2020 budget. • Diane Sheesley submitted her resignation and the Board authorized the filling of the position. 11:00 A.M. Community Services—Kell Rowen Commissioners Shutty,Trask and Neatherlin were in attendance. • Kell will be bringing forward a resolution for an eight-year tax relief of an apartment complex in Belfair that has applied to a permit. The Commissioners will talk to the legislature about extending this tax relief option. Commissioner Discussion 11:15 a.m. Cmmr.Neatherlin summarized his conclusion for the ER&R cost and the fact that going to a lease plan will replace all vehicles.The Board will consider not issuing the Letter of Credit from Current Expense ending fund balance or use the Vehicle Reserve and replenish the Reserve. Frank noted that when ER&R is reconciled,there should be$200K available back to Current Expense. There was direction to bring forward the vehicle lease on January 6 for final direction. The Commissioners asked to schedule an executive session for an exit interview with Diane Sheesley. Meeting adjourned at 11:30 a.m. Board of Mason County Commissioners' Briefing Meeting Minutes December 15,2019 Tuesday,December 17,2019 Executive Session—RCW 42.30.110(1)(g)Performance of a Public Employee Commissioners Shutty,Trask and Neatherlin met in executive session from 10:15 a.m.to 11:15 a.m.to perform an exit interview. Respectfully submitted, Diane Zoren,Administrative Services Manager BOARD OF MASON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS Kevin Shutty Randy Neatherlin Sharon Trask Chair Commissioner Commissioner BOARD OF MASON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS' PROCEEDINGS Mason County Commission Chambers, 411 North S"' Street, Shelton, WA December 17, 2019 1. Call to Order—The Chairperson called the regular meeting to order at 9:04 a.m. 2. Pledge of Allegiance— Kathy Cari led the flag salute. 3. Roll Call — Present: Commissioner District 1 - Randy Neatherlin; Commissioner District 2— Kevin Shutty; Commissioner District 3 — Sharon Trask. 4. Correspondence and Organizational Business 4.1 Correspondence 4.1.1 A Letter was received from Treasurer Lisa Frazier regarding Depositaries designated by treasurer. 4.1.2 Mason County Fire District 5 sent in an updated copy of their Levy. 4.1.3 Thomas A. Furniss sent in a letter Re: Land use effecting 21 Pine Tree Lane in Tahuya. 4.2 Staff Recognition for Kathy Cari 5. Open Forum for Citizen Input— None. 6. Adoption of Agenda - Cmmr. Neatherlin/Trask moved and seconded to adopt the agenda as published. Motion carried unanimously. N-aye; S-aye; T-aye. 7. Approval of Minutes— December 9, 2019 Briefing Minutes; December 2, 2019 Special Meeting Minutes; December 3, and December 10, 2019 Regular Meeting Minutes. Cmmr. Trask/Neatherlin moved and seconded to approve the December 9, 2019 Briefing Minutes; December 2, 2019 Special Meeting Minutes and December 3, and December 10, 2019 Regular Meeting Minutes as written. Motion carried unanimously. N-aye; S-aye; T-aye. 8. Approval of Action Agenda: 8.1 Approval of the 2020 contracts as follows: • $38,500 to Northwest #Event Organizers (NEO) for Concierge Handbook and Wild Side Guides Campaign • $87,000 to Shelton-Mason County Chamber of Commerce • $15,800 to the Mason County Historical Society Museum for Visitor Information Center services as recommended by the Lodging Tax Advisory Committee. 8.2 Approval of a resolution authorizing a sole source purchase of a three-dimensional scanner from FARO Technologies for the Sheriff's Office. (Ex.A—Res. 122-19) 8.3 Approval to award the 2020 janitorial services contract to Coastal Custodial in an amount up to $134,000. This is an annual contract with an option to renew up to three additional years. 8.4 Approval of contract Amendment #1 with Kennedy/Jenks Consultants Inc., in the amount of $87,759 for updating, rather than amending the Belfair General Sewer Plan. 8.5 Approval to authorize the Public Works Director to sign the Public Works Board Direct Appropriation Grant Contract in the amount of $2,000,000 for the Belfair Sewer Extension project. 8.6 Approval of Supplemental Agreement #1 with IMS Infrastructure Management Services, LLC. To extend the completion date for the Safety Plan Data Collection Project to April 30, 2020. BOARD OF MASON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS' PROCEEDINGS December 17, 2019 - PAGE 2 8.7 Approval to set a hearing on Tuesday, January 7, 2020 at 9:15 a.m. to consider a code amendment to Mason County Code Chapter 6.72, Section .030 adding Section (I); Solid Waste Flow Control. 8.8 Approval of six-month extensions with Behavioral Health Resources, Consejo Counseling, Northwest Resources and Peninsula Community Health Services. 8.9 Approval to set a hearing on Tuesday, January 7, 2020 at 9:15 a.m. to consider the expansion of the Shelton Urban Growth Area (UGA) expansion and applied zoning. 8.10Approval of Warrants &Treasure Electronic Remittances Claims Clearing Fund Warrant #s 8068895-8069056 $ 392,929.73 Direct Deposit Fund Warrant #s 64181-64564 $ 762,594.05 Salary Clearing Fund Warrant #s 7004855-7004889 $ 1,003,142.46 8.11 Approval of the 2020 Court Commissioner Professional Services Agreement with Robert Sauerlender in the amount of $153,587.28. 8.12Approval to set a hearing on Tuesday, January 7, 2020 at 9:15 a.m. to consider the rezone of several adjacent parcels from Village Commercial (VC) to Multifamily Medium Density Residential (R-2) within the Allyn Urban Growth Area. 8.13Approval to authorize the Deputy Director/Utilities and Waste Management to execute a contract extension with Parametrix to collect the remaining required gas monitoring data with a scheduled completion sate of no later than June 30, 2020. Cmmr. Neatherlin asked to have item 8.12 removed for discussion. Ken Van Buskirk questioned the size of the expansion in item 8.9. Kell Rowen commented that it will be over 600 acres. Cmmr. moved and seconded to approve action items 8.1 through 8.13 with the exception of item 8.12. Motion carried unanimously. N-aye; S-aye; T-aye. 8.12 Kell Rowen said this was brought forward by several applicants. This has been through the Planning Advisory Commission (PAC) and recommended approval. Cmmr. Neatherlin asked to vote this item down, due to residents not having full details on the mobility plan. He voiced concern with future business growth in Allyn. Cmmr. Shutty suggested sending this item back to the PAC. Cmmr. Neatherlin/Trask moved and seconded to send item 8.12 back to the PAC for further consideration. Motion carried unanimously. N-aye; S-aye; T-aye. 9. Other Business (Department Heads and Elected Officials) 10. 9:15 a.m. Public Hearings and Items set for a certain time— 10.1 Public Hearing to certify to the County Assessor the amount of taxes levied for county purposes and the amount of taxes levied for collection in 2019. Continued from December 10, 2019 Staff: Jennifer Beierle Jennifer said all levies were finally received and recommended approval. No public comment received. BOARD OF MASON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS' PROCEEDINGS December 17, 2019 - PAGE 3 Cmmr. Trask/Neatherlin moved and seconded to adopt a resolution certifying to the County Assessor the amount of taxes levied for county purposes and the amount of taxes levied for collection in 2019. Motion carried unanimously. N-aye; S-aye; T-aye. (Ex. B,C, D-Res- 115-19, 116-19, 117- 19). 10.2 Public hearing to consider updating smoking policies found in Mason County Code Title 2, Chapters 2 and 9 to include vaping free areas. Continued from December 10, 2019. Staff: Dave Windom. Dave gave background of the vaping related lung disease, noting that the Center for Disease Control suggested not vaping until the reason behind the lung disease is discovered. This update would add language banning vaping on county owned properties. Cmmr. Neatherlin/Trask moved and seconded to approve an update to smoking policies found in Mason County Code Title 2, Chapters 2 and 9 to include vaping free areas. Motion carried unanimously. N-aye; S-aye; T-aye. (Ex. E-Res. 123-19) 10.3 Public Hearing to consider amendments to Mason County Code Title 17- Zoning, section 17.23.020, Festival Retail District within the Belfair Urban Growth Area. Staff: Kell Rowen Kell briefed her staff report, explaining the request to amend the code. Ken Van Buskirk asked about submittals he made to the Belfair Comprehensive Plan. The Board had no questions on the submittals. Ken then referred to the PAC meeting minutes from October 21, 2019. He noted that the minutes state a Board member asked for this update and he questioned which member asked her for this. Cmmr. Shutty noted that it was asked by all three Commissioners. Ken and Kell had a detailed discussion regarding other sections of the PAC minutes. Public comment Ken Van Buskirk lives next to the area in question. He said the Festival Retail zone in Belfair is grown out and has storm water and pollution areas. Ken said these issues were not looked at in detail by the PAC. He handed the Board a copy of a map and discussed build out population in Belfair. He asked to not approve any rezones in the Belfair UGA until more consideration has been given to surrounding issues. Cmmr. Neatherlin/Trask moved and seconded to approve amendments to Mason County Code Title 17- Zoning, section 17.23.020, Festival Retail District within the Belfair Urban Growth Area. Motion carried unanimously. N-aye; S-aye; T-aye. (Ex. F—Res. 124-19) Cmmr. Neatherlin/Trask also moved and seconded to strike dry cleaners from 17.23.020. Motion carried unanimously. N-aye; S-aye; T-aye. 11. Board's Reports and Calendar-The Commissioners reported on meetings attended the past week and announced their upcoming weekly meetings. 12. Adjournment—The meeting adjourned at 9:42 a.m. BOARD OF MASON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS' PROCEEDINGS December 17, 2019 - PAGE 4 BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS ATTEST: MASON COUNTY, WASHINGTON Melissa Drewry, Clerk of the Board Kevin Shutty, Chair Sharon Trask, Commissioner Randy Neatherlin, Commissioner BOARD OF MASON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS' PROCEEDINGS Mason County Commission Chambers, 411 North 5th Street, Shelton, WA November 26, 2019 1. Call to Order—The Chairperson called the regular meeting to order at 9:03 a.m. 2. Pledge of Allegiance— Dave Windom led the flag salute. 3. Roll Call — Present: Commissioner District 1 - Randy Neatherlin; Commissioner District 2— Kevin Shutty; Commissioner District 3— Sharon Trask. 4. Correspondence and Organizational Business 4.1 Correspondence 4.1.1 Fire Districts #1sent in their Levy for budget year 2020. 4.1.2 Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife provided information on a proposed land acquisition project in Mason County. 4.1.3 Port of Hoodsport sent in their approved final 2020 budget. 4.1.4 Norma jean Jacobs sent in an application for the Planning Committee. 4.1.5 Fire District #6 sent in their Levy for the budget year 2020 5. Open Forum for Citizen Input— No comments. 6. Adoption of Agenda - Cmmr. Neatherlin/Trask moved and seconded to adopt the agenda as published. Motion carried unanimously. N-aye; S-aye; T-aye. 7. Approval of Minutes— None. 8. Approval of Action Agenda: 8.1 Approval of the five-year homeless housing plan for Consolidated Homeless Grant and Local Document Recording Fees. 8.2 Approval of the Mason County Capital and Trackable Asset Policies and Procedures. 8.3 Approval to have the Chair sign the Joint Representation and Common-Interest Agreement with American Forest Resource Council and Northwest Resources Law PLLC. 8.4 Approval of Warrants &Treasure Electronic Remittances Claims Clearing Fund Warrant #s 8068268-8068412 $ 649,597.51 Direct Deposit Fund Warrant #s $ Salary Clearing Fund Warrant #s $ Treasurer Electronic Remittance for October 2019 $ 634,489.51 8.5 Approval to appoint Robert"Mac" McLean to fill a vacant Planning Advisory Commission seat. This term is good through December 31, 2024. 8.6 Approval of Amendment #11 to Consolidated Contract CLH18253 between the Washington State Department of Health and Mason County Public Health. 8.7 Approval to set a public hearing on December 17, 2019 at 9:15 a.m. to consider an amendment to Title 17, Chapter 17.23 Festival Retail District within the Belfair Urban Growth Area. Cmmr. Shutty noted that an email was received by Ken VanBuskirk regarding Planning Advisory Commission meeting minutes in regards to item 8.7. Kell Rowen, Planning Manager, was present and said the minutes will be on the website before the proposed hearing. Cmmr. Neatherlin/Trask moved and seconded to approve action items 8.1 through 8.7. Motion carried unanimously. N-aye; S-aye; T-aye. 9. Other Business (Department Heads and Elected Officials) BOARD OF MASON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS' PROCEEDINGS November 26, 2019 - PAGE 2 9.1 Dave Windom announced that well construction, mechanical, re-roof permits and some others will now be available to purchase online so the public won't have to come into Shelton for every permit. 10. 9:15 a.m. Public Hearings and Items set for a certain time- 10.1 Public Hearing to certify to the County Assessor the amount of taxes levied for county purposes and the amount of taxes levied for Current Expense and Road property tax levies for 2020. Staff: Jennifer Beierle Budget Manager, Jennifer Beierle, referred to RCW 84.52.070 stating the need for adoption of a resolution by November 30. She gave three options for adoption, noting the hearing may need to have a portion continued due to the fact that not all levies are submitted since the due date is November 30tH Tom Davis asked about an increase to the Veteran's Assistance Fund. He said he was told there would be an increase but didn't hear it discussed for this hearing. Jennifer answered that the Veterans fund was raised to the amount of$136,160. Tom praised the Board for this increase. Cmmr. Neatherlin/Trask moved and seconded to increase the current expense levy by 1% and bank excess capacity, and set the levy at$10,383,385.25. Motion carried unanimously. N-aye; S-aye; T-aye. (Ex.A-Res. 113-19) Cmmr. Trask/Neatherlin moved and seconded to increase the 2020 road property tax levy by 1%, bank excess capacity, and set the levy at$11,116,428.15.This includes a diversion of the road levy of$2,160,000.00. Motion carried unanimously. N-aye; S-aye; T-aye. (Ex. B-Res. 114-19) Cmmr. Neatherlin/Trask moved and seconded to continue the hearing to December 10, 2019 at 9:15 a.m. to adopt the resolution certifying to the County Assessor the propety tax levies for collection in 2020. Motion carried unanimously. N-aye; S-aye; T-aye. 11. Board's Reports and Calendar -The Commissioners reported on meetings attended the past week and announced their upcoming weekly meetings. 12. Adjournment-The meeting adjourned at 9:28 a.m. BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS ATTEST: MASON COUNTY, WASHINGTON Kevin Shutty, Chair Melissa Drewry, Clerk of the Board Sharon Trask, Commissioner Randy Neatherlin, Commissioner MASON COUNTY AGENDA ITEM SUMMARY FORM TO: BOARD OF MASON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS From: Diane Sheesley, County Engineer Action Agenda DEPARTMENT: Public Works EXT: 450 COMMISSION MEETING DATE: January 7, 2020 Agenda Item # 9. 1 BRIEFING DATE: December 16, 2019 BRIEFING PRESENTED BY: Diane Sheesley [] ITEM WAS NOT PREVIOUSLY BRIEFED WITH THE BOARD Please provide explanation of urgency: ITEM: Transportation Improvement Program Citizen Advisory Panel (TIP-CAP) Re-Appointments BACKGROUND: The Board created TIP-CAP whose mission "...is to represent citizen interests throughout Mason County for all modes of travel during the development of the 6-year TIP." In order to balance interests county-wide, Resolution 53-14 identifies membership comprised of nine individuals representing: three from each rural area of the Commissioner Districts, three from each UGA or RAC of each Commissioner District, and three "at-large" positions representing different modes of transportation such as transit, bicycle/pedestrian, and freight/trucking. There are seven members with a term that will either expire at the end of 2019 or beginning of 2020. Five of these members are interested in continuing another two-year term and have re-applied (see below and attached application). Name Represents Term Expires Re-applied Mary Jo Cady District 1—Rural 2019 No Don Pogreba District 3—Rural 2019 Yes Mark Carlson District 3—Shelton UGA 2019 Yes Philip Wolff Bicycle/Pedestrian (resides in District 1) 2019 Turning in application when back from vacation Jeff Carey District 1—Belfair/Allyn UGA 2019 Yes Jack Johnson Freight/Trucking (resides/property owner 2019 Yes District 1) Pete Butkus District 2—Rural 2019 Yes Kathy Geist Transit(resides in District 2) 5/1/2020 Not expiring Vacant District 2—Hoodsport/Union UGA RECOMMENDED ACTION: Recommend the Board of County Commissioners re-appoint Don Progreba, Mark Carlson, Jeff Carey, Jack Johnson and Pete Butkus to another two-year term on the Transportation Improvement Program Citizens Advisory Panel (TIP-CAP). Attachments: 1. Applications $ea °u�A MASON COUNTY COMMtSSIONERS '! 411 NORTH F`I F TH STREET SHELTON WA 98584 Fax 360-427-3437; Voice 360-427-9670, Ext. 419;275-4467 or 482-5269 18 I AM SEEKING APPOINTMENT TO Mason County TIPCAP NAME: Don Pogreba ADDRESS: 2016 Walker Park Road PHONE: 360-426-9370 CITY/ZIP: VOTING PRECINCT: WORK PHONE: 360-790-6557 98564 (OR AREA IN THE COUNTY YOU INE) MITI Creek E-MAIL. djpogreba@comcast.net COMMUNITY SERVICE EMPLOYMENT: (IF RETIRED. PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE) (ACTIVITIES OR MEMBERSHIPS) COMPANY: Pogreba&Associates 4 yRS POSITION: Project Manager COMPANY: Thurston County Public Works 25 YRS POSITION: Assistant Design Engineer --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- In your words,what do you perceive is the role or purpose of the Board, Committee or Council for which you are applying: The purpose of TIP-CAR is ttLadvise the Mason unty omm Sian intselection of County transpartafjcin projects. Work with the Mason County Public Works Department to establish transportation protect priorities What interests,skills do you wish to offer the Board, Committee,or Council? 1 have worked in all phases of county public works projects including funding acquisition,right of way procurement, design,and construction managemen. Please list any financial, professional, or voluntary affiliations which may influence or affect your position on this Board: (i.e.create a potential conflict of interest) Your participation is dependent upon attending certain trainings made available by the County during regular business hours (such as Open Public Meetings Act and Public Records).The trainings would be at no cost to you.Would you be able to attend such trainings? Yes Realistically,how much time can you give to this position? Quarteriv n Monthly X Weekly Daily {:Office Use Only oe Appointment Date Signature Temi Expire Date MASON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS 411 NORTH FIFTH STREET SHELTON WA 98584 Fax 3601427-8437, Voice 3601427-9670, Ext 419 1 AM SEEKING APPOINTMENT TO-TRANSPQRTATION.IMPROVEMENI-ERD-GRAM CIT17FNS ADVISORY PANEL (IIPCAP) 0 BOARD l COMMITTEE 0 COUNCIL NAME:MAa-1"-- Cts-Ls 6k- ) COMMISSIONER DISTRICT ADDRESS: 7P0 bo)c ( 3 70 CITY,ZIP: PHONE: 340' --VOW PHONE: E-MAIL: ...................................... ............................................ .............................. ............... .........................I................. ................ .... COMMUNITY SERVICE i EMPLOYMENT: (IF RETIRED, PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE) (ACTIVITIES OR MEMBERSHIPS) COMPANY: YRS POSITION: V;S;dl--1 Z 7 COMPAN. .V. POSITION: ............. .......... ................................ ............ . .............................................. ............................... ...............--........................... In your words,what do you perceive is the role or purpose of the Board, Committee or Council for which you are applying: What interests, skills do you wish to offer the Board, Committee, or Council? i'_, TI., or- 71,<E /43 7 S Please list any financial, professional, or voluntary affiliations which may influence or affect your position on this Board: (i.e. create a potential conflict of interest) ,AI0146- Realistically, how much time can you give to this position? El Quarterly 9EMonthly 0 Weekly 0 Daily 2- f Signature Date 7D,PLEASE ATTACH ADDITIONAL SHEET FOR MORE INFORMATION) 201 J\COMMITTEE APPLICATION.doc MASON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS 411 NORTH FIFTH STREET SHEi1TON WA 98584 Fax 360-427-8437Voice 360-427-9670, Ext.419,275-4467 or 482-5269 AM SEEKING APPOINTMENT TO Mason County TIP-CAP (Allyn & Belfair UGA's)For 2020 NAME: Jeff Carey ADDRESS: 890 E. Cedar St. PHONE: 360-275-0780 CITY/ZIP: VOTING PRECINCT: WORK PHONE: Cell 360-731-5683 Belfair 98528 Trails End E-MAIL: (OR AREA lNTtiECOUNTY YOU LIVE) Icarey.tipcap@gmail.com COMMUNITY SERVICE EMPLOYMENT: (IF RETIRED. PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE) (ACTlutTIES OR MEMBERSHIPS) COMPANY, Delta Systems, Inc. 35 Yrs. YRS 1/irtnr .1ih1997-2019,Allyn Comm Ass, 1997-2015, North Mason Chamber of .Comm.er_ce_foLwveral years around 2005 POSITION: Treasurer, Admin. Logistics, Tech Suppolb Mason County Trails Advisory Committee 2005 COMPANY: Self Employed 7 Yrs. YRS Mason County Allyn& Belfair UGA Committee 2015-16&TIPCAP 2015-2019 POSITION: Consultant Work& Subcontractor Support ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- In your words,what do you perceive is the role or purpose of the Board, Committee or Council for which you are applying: 1)Tn pursue R arhieva the nhj .ctives called out in the county's resolution 53.14_ 2) Seek out input from local citizens& businesses to hopefully address their issues& concerns. 3)To identify road projects that would enhance econornic development for the UGA's& Mason County as whole. 4)To support TIP-CAP guidelines, prucerses�� bylaws that would allow TIP-CAP committee to address all projects in way that is transparent to all of Mason County citizens. 5) Hein addiess but'. shoit tenn and lona tenn Frindinu inatteis with Mason eurn,tv'sioadsand mad maintenance What interests,skills do you wish to offer the Board,Committee,or Council? �}Flue-yEars of txaiuing 8kn9) l helped developed the yn 1 if'A code& regs over a 11-12 year period. 3) 1 have a working knowledge of county development&zoning regs. related to Allyn & Belfair UGAs. have a very comprehensive understanding of the roads and right ot ways in Allyn especially the plat o Allvn __r. ..._..... Please list any financial, professional, or voluntary affiliations which may influence or affect your position on this Board: (i.e. create a potential conflict of interest) None Your participation is dependent upon attending certain trainings made available by the County during regular business hours (such as Open Public Meetings Act and Public Records).The trainings would be at no cost to you.Would you be able to attend such trainings? Yes Up to 3 11 HrS Realistically,how much time can you give to this position? Quarterly Monthly X Weekly Daily Office Use Only Jeff Carey 12/09/20b Appointment Date Signature Date Term l xpire Date MASON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS 411 NORTH FIFTH STREET SHELTON WA 98584 Fax 360/427-8437; Voice 360/427-9670, Ext. 419 1 AM SEEKING APPOINTMENT TO SR 1SP0 TAnQN 1MPR0 EN PRO-GRAM CI T I7 F U.S_ADN I_S OEY-RARFJL. 12fAe) ❑ BOARD ❑ COMMITTEE ❑ COUNCIL NAME: COMMISSIONER DISTRICT#: -- -- . _Q Y,QIP: � g �SZU.. ADDRESS: ly3y/_L_5.2 .�p6o 'DX_� -�CLGIT _ --- 1 -PHONE:360�3f�7IC�WORK PMONE: E-MALI v�� v1 Cc . the _ ........... . ... . .. . ... ...................................................................................................•.......................................... COMMUNITY SERVICE EMPLOYMENT: (IF RETIRED, PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE) (ACTIVITIES OR MEMBERSHIPS) ��NCS y� YRS 7 ' ;Past ` COMPANY: 01 J --�--- `.�,5.�,,,r spm,. t� 3� CO�s•-Fruc�ovl �✓1C, = POSITION: Oc,.� jg✓ �jaq✓o� _� COMPANY: � I YRS 20 '• i tet-C V-�, POSITION: OLAA&-Q-,3, — ' In your words,what do you perceive is the role or purpose of the Board,Committee or Council for which you are applying: I a� Sc�Y✓�/�� '}�Q �L Cgw.l+�'1�S5�b e"5 was h E'S.�Hc.tN,i(� nT_ 6. What interests, skills do you wish to offer the Board, Committee, or Council? 3:_ !q ynn a \+sIDv�c�_ Y`os ;J►Q /V�a-r �- 1--nd�...,—XaAl�_ �' -- O G Q�� ;,d i 5`r��lp-SNP l JO✓ Please hs�an�flnanclal, professional, or voluntary a Illation which may tnclebcr'�a f�14rO l�i'�n on this Board: (i.e. create a potential conflict of interest) Realistically, how much time can you give to this position? ❑ Quarterly Monthly ❑ Weekly ❑ Daily SI U Date -D,PLEASE ATTACH ADDITIONAL.SHEET FOR MORE INFORMATION) 12011\COMMIT1EE APPI-ICATION.doc MASON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS 411 NORTH FIFTH STREET SHEL TON WA 98584 Fax 360/427-8437;Voice 360/427-9670, ExL 419 I AM SEEKING APPOINTMENT TO_TRANSPORTATION IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM CITIZENS� ADMISORY PANEL(IIP DAPI ❑ BOARD ❑ COMMITTEE ❑COUNCIL NAME: C.7 E :1 TK u S COMMISSIONER DISTRICT#: ADDRESS: aqo t lC R N C-266K K xp CITY,ZIP: PHONE: 4-26 n 26 - K.PHONE: `t`3- '` / E-MAIL: pr _5_2 6- fg COMMUNITY SERVICE EMPLOYME �RliR�EPREVIOUS EXPERIENCE) ! 1 (ACTIVITIES OR MEMBERSHIPS) t _�` �s 4„� LlI iJ V ` I i COMPANY: y ` UYRS /C`! 1 t. i POSITION: VP � pgcS/,I)&04 i ` /fA'_b i/N c" P -"/^' I if COMPANY: S� k m s H YRS I ii i -)- /{vcL CCc;8 DeP. C 1 7 Y Y� 4AJ ACA (E 'R i POSITION: In your words,what do you perceive is the role or purpose of the Board, Committee or Council for which you are applying: What interests,skills do you wish to offer the Board, Committee or Council? f/'j,F)LA's Tp"C T- v.Z I y �/� G , �i1 A L.,C_ !2 Yh,,f�7 d.�✓ D>S %RI7-1 o A/ An)0 �Lin►LR/��- /ins � w � 44) cit�_ Please list any financial, professional, or voluntary affiliations which may influence or affect your position on this Board: (i.e. create a potential conflict of interest) /'fib KAJb ,eV Cb Realistically, how much time can you give to this position? ❑Quarterly Monthly ❑Wee ❑ Daily 71 o 9 DSL / Signature Date 'zA,PLEASE ATTACH ADDITIONAL SHEET FOR MORE INFORMATION) 20111COMMI17EE APPLICATIONJOC MASON COUNTY AGENDA ITEM SUMMARY FORM TO: BOARD OF MASON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS From: Richard Dickinson, Deputy Director/U&W Management Action Agenda DEPARTMENT: Public Works EXT: 450 COMMISSION MEETING DATE: January 7, 2020 Agenda Item # �— BRIEFING DATE: December 16, 2019 BRIEFING PRESENTED BY: Loretta Swanson and Richard Dickinson [] ITEM WAS NOT PREVIOUSLY BRIEFED WITH THE BOARD Please provide explanation of urgency: ITEM: On-call Commercial Electrical Services BACKGROUND: The County operates four utility systems (North Bay/ Case Inlet, Belfair Water and Wastewater, Beards Cove and Rustlewood systems). All of these facilities are susceptible to electrical issues with pumps that are typically unanticipated and emergent in nature for these plants to operate. Public Works U& W Management Division would like authorization to solicit for on-call commercial electrical services for 2020-2022 calendars years in an amount not to exceed $50,000/per year. BUDGET IMPACTS: The maximum pay-out for these services is not to exceed $50,000 per calendar year and will be budgeted through U&W Management Division. RECOMMENDED ACTION: Recommend the Board authorize Public Works to solicit, select and the Deputy Director to sign a contract for on-call commercial electrical services. The maximum pay-out is not to exceed $50,000/per year. i MASON COUNTY AGENDA ITEM SUMMARY FORM TO: BOARD OF MASON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS From: Ginger Kenyon Action Agenda _X_ Public Hearing Other DEPARTMENT: Support Services EXT: 380 DATE: January 7, 2020 Agenda Item # (Commissioner staff to complete) BRIEFING DATE: BRIEFING PRESENTED BY: [X] ITEM WAS NOT PREVIOUSLY BRIEFED WITH THE BOARD Please provide explanation of urgency ITEM: Approval of Warrants &Treasure Electronic Remittances Claims Clearing Fund Warrant #s 8069057-8069570 $ 2,143,258.53 Direct Deposit Fund Warrant #s 64565-64943 $ 709,473.26 Salary Clearing Fund Warrant #s 7004890-7004915 $ 494,301.08 Background: The Board approved Resolution No. 80-00 Payment of Claims Against County: Procedure Authorizing Warrant Issue and Release Prior to Board Claim Approval. Mason County Code 3.32.060(a) requires that the board enter into the minutes of the County Commissioners the approval of claims listing warrant numbers. Claims Clearing YTD Total $ 28,868,152.89 Direct Deposit YTD Total $ 16,681,630.54 Salary Clearing YTD Total $ 17,395,710.22 RECOMMENDED ACTION: Approval to: Move to approve the following warrants: Claims Clearing Fund Warrant #s 8069057-8069570 $ 2,143,258.53 Direct Deposit Fund Warrant #s 64565-64943 $ 709,473.26 Salary Clearing Fund Warrant #s 7004855-7004889 $ 494,301.08 Attachment(s): Originals on file with Auditor/Financial Services (Copies on file with Clerk of the Board) MASON COUNTY AGENDA ITEM SUMMARY FORM TO: BOARD OF MASON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS From: Ross McDowell Action Agenda _X_ Public Hearing Other DEPARTMENT: Emergency Management EXT: 806 COMMISSION MEETING DATE: 01-07-2020 Agenda Item # g y Commissioner staff to complete) BRIEFING DATE: 01-06-2020 BRIEFING PRESENTED BY: Ross McDowell [] ITEM WAS NOT PREVIOUSLY BRIEFED WITH THE BOARD Please provide explanation of urgency: ITEM: State Homeland Security Program (SHSP) FY-18 Grant Contract # E20-183 for $3,863.49 from Washington State Military Department (EMD) and US Department of Homeland Security. Performance period is from 9/1/2018 to 02/01/2020. This is a amended contract to cover some items purchased that were not on our original work plan for SHSP FY-18 Grant Contract E19-091. BACKGROUND: The Mason County Emergency Management Division is part of Homeland Security Region 3 (Mason, Lewis, Thurston, Grays Harbor and Pacific Counties). This is an annual grant received from the US Department of Homeland Security pass-through Washington State Military Department (EMD) and then to the Homeland Security Regions. These funds ($3,863.49) are part of the original funds provided by FY18 SHSP grant E19-091 ($23,124). The $3,863.49 will pay for the reimbursement of the purchase of North American Rescue First Aid kits for MCSO. This purchase was not under our original contact's deliverables / work plan. BUDGET IMPACTS: Complete the reimbursement for the total grant of $23,124 from Homeland Security and EMD. RECOMMENDED ACTION: Recommend authorizing DEM Manager to sign and complete the contract E20- 183 to close the FY 18 SHSP/HMGP year. ATTACHMENT(S): Face sheet of contract #E20-183 J:AGrant Information\HSGP- SHSP\SHSP 2018\Contract\E20-183\Commission Agenda Item Summary E20-183.doc i i Washington State Military Department HOMELAND SECURITY GRANT PROGRAM AGREEMENT FACE SHEET 1. Subrecipient Name and Address: 2. Grant Agreement Amount: 3. Grant Ag.,eement Number: Mason County Emergency Management $3,863,49 E20-183 100 West Public Works Drive,Building 1 Shelton,WA 98584-9714 4. Subrecipient Contact. phone/email: 5. Grant Agreement Start Date: 6. Grant Agreement End Date: Ross McDowell, 360-427-9670 Ext. 806 September 1, 2018 February 1,2024 rmcdowell@co.mason.wa.us 7. Department Contact, phone/email: 8. Data Universal Numbering System(DUNS): 9. UBI#(state revenue): John Hollingsworth,253.512.7044 069580751 232-002-101 john.hollingsworth@mil.wa.gov 10. Funding Authority: Washington State Military Department(the "Department")and the U.S.Department of Homeland Security(DHS) 11. Feceral Funding Identification#: 12, Federal Award Date: 13. Catalog of Federal Domestic Assistance(CFDA)#&Title: EMW-2018-SS-00088-S01 08/28/2018 97,067-18HSGP(SHSP 14. Total Federal Award Amount: 15. Program Index#&OBJ/SUB-OBJ: $13,788,000 783S B,783SC,783SH, 783SL,783SN,783SQ,783SZ/NZ 16. Service Districts: 17. Service Area by County(ies) 18. Ih/omenlMinority-Owned, State BY LEGISLATIVE DISTRICTS: 35 Mason Certified? X N/A 11 NO BY CONGRESSIONAL DISTRICTS: 6 ❑ YES, OMWBE# 19. Agreement Classification 20. Contract Type(check all that apply): ❑ Personal Services ❑ Client Services X Public/Local Gov't ❑ Contract X Grant X Agreement ❑Research/Development ❑ A/E ❑ Other ❑ Intergovernmental(RCW 39.34) ❑ Interagency 21. Subrecipient Selection Process: 22. Subrecipient Type(check all that apply) X "To all who apply&qualify" ❑ Competitive Bidding ❑ Private Organization/Individual ❑ For-Profit ❑ Sole Source ❑ A/E RCW ❑ N/A X Public Organ ization/Jurisdict;on X Non-Profit ❑ Filed w/OFM? ❑ Advertised? ❑YES ❑NO ❑CONTRACTOR X SUBRECIPIENT ❑OTHER 23. PURPOSE&DESCRIPTION: The purpose of the Federal Fiscal Year(F=Y)2018 Homeland Security Grant Program(18HSGP)is to support state and local efforts to prevent terrorism and other catastrophic events and to prepare the Nation for threats and hazards that pose the greatest risk to the security of the United States. 18HSGP provides funding to implement investments that build,sustain,and deliver the core capabilities essential to achieving the Natioral Preparedness Goal of a secure and resilient Nation.18HSGP supports core capabilities across the five mission areas of Prevention,Protection,Mitigation,Response,and Recovery based on allowable costs. HSGP is comprised of three interconnected grant programs: State Homeland Security Program (SHSP), Urban Areas Security Initiative (UASI), and Operation Stonegarden (OPSG). Together, these grant programs fund a range of preparedness activities, including planning, organization,equipment purchase,training,exereses,and management and administration. The Department is the Recipient and Pass-through Entity of the 18HSGP DHS Award Letter for Grant No.EMW-2018-SS-00088-S01,which is incorporated in and attached hereto as Attachment 1,and is making-a subaward of funds to the Subrecipient pursuant to this Agreement.The Subrecipient is accountable to the Department for use of Federal award funds provided under this Agreement.The Subrecipient's Work Plan,Timeline,and Budget for the subaward are detailed in Attachment 2. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the Department and Subrecipient acknowledge and accept the terms of this Agreement, including all referenced Exhibits and Attachments which are hereby incorporated 7n and made a part hereof,and have executed this Agreement as of the date below,This Agreement Face Sheet; Special Terms&Conditions(Exhibit A);General Terms and Conditions(Exhibit 3):Attachments 1 and 2;and all other documents,exhibits and attachments expressly referenced and incorporated herein contain all the terms and conditions agreed upon by the parties and govern the rights and obligations of the parties to this Agreement.No other understandings,oral or ctherwise,regarding the subject matter of this Agreement shall be deemed to exist or to bind any of the parties hereto. In the event of an inconsistency in this Agreement, unless otherwise provided herein, the inconsistency shall be resolved by giving precedence in the following order: 1. Applicable Federal and State Statutes and Regulations 4.Special Terms and Conditions 2. DHS/FEMA Award and program documents 5.General Terms and Conditions,and, 3. Work Plan,Timeline,and Budget 6.Other provisions of the Agreement incorporated by reference. WHEREAS,the parties hereto have executed this Agreement on the day and year last specified below. FOR THE DEPARTMENT: FOR THE SUBRECIPIENT: Signature Date Signature Date Regan Anne Hesse, Chief Financial Officer Ross McDowell, Manager Washington State Military Department Mason County Emergency Management BOILERPLATE APPROVED TO FORM: APPROVED AS TO FORM(if applicable): Brian E. Buchholz 9/18/2018 Sr.Assistant Attorney General Applicant's Legal Review Date DHS-FEMA-HSGP-SHSP-FFY18 Page 1 of 37 Mason County Emergency Management, E20-183 I i I SIGNATURE AUTHORIZATION FORM WASHINGTON STATE MILITARY DEPARTMENT Camp Murray, Washington 98430-5122 Please read instructions on reverse side before completing this form. NAME OF ORGANIZATION DATE SUBMITTED Mason County 12-19-2019 PROJECT DESCRIPTION CONTRACT NUMBER SHSP/HSGP FY18 Grant E20-183 1 . AUTHORIZING AUTHORITY SIGNATURE PRINT OR TYPE NAME TITLE/TERM OF OFFICE Randy Neatherlin Commissioner Sharon Trask Commissioner Kevin Shutty Commissioner 2. AUTHORIZED TO SIGN CONTRACTS/CONTRACT AMENDMENTS SIGNATURE PRINT OR TYPE NAME TITLE 3 G. Ross McDowell DEM Manager Frank Pinter Support Services Director 3. AUTHORIZED TO SIGN REQUESTS FOR REIMBURSEMENT SIGNATURE PRINT OR TYPE NAME TITLE G. Ross McDowell DEM Manager Frank Pinter Support Services Director \\NAC-1\VOL1\HOME\KARENB\....\WP\SIGNAUTH Revised 3/03 © ry R. 506+ivY, se"t-k ITD T� VV\ LO . f_k-1 (2-14 1 I tit" MASON COUNTY AGENDA ITEM SUMMARY FORM TO: BOARD OF MASON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS From: Dawn Twiddy Action Agenda x Public Hearing Other DEPARTMENT: Support Services EXT: 422 COMMISSION MEETING DATE: December 17, 2019 Agenda Item # (Commissioner staff to com tete BRIEFING DATE: December 2, 2019 BRIEFING PRESENTED BY: Dawn Twiddy [ ] ITEM WAS NOT PREVIOUSLY BRIEFED WITH THE BOARD Please provide explanation of urgency ITEM: Adoption of a Resolution amending Resolution 89-19 Mason County Personnel Policy to amend Chapter Chapter 7.9 WA Paid Family and Medical Leave and Chapter 8.5 No Smoking Policy, replacing language in compliance with the RCW's governing each Chapter. Background: Chapter 7.9 WA Paid Family & Medical Leave removes original language inserted to under Payment of Premiums and Taking Leave and replaces it with language in compliance with Chapter 50A.04 RCW. Chapter 8.5 No Smoking Policy clarifies updated language as revised by Chapter 70.160 RCW including the use of"vape"or"vaping" in public places. RECOMMENDED ACTION: Approval to place on the December 10, 2019 Action Agenda a Resolution amending Resolution 89-19 Mason County Personnel Policy to amend Chapter Chapter 7.9 WA Paid Family and Medical Leave and Chapter 8.5 No Smoking Policy, replacing language in compliance with the RCW's governing each Chapter. Attachment: Resolution & Personnel Policy (Attachment A) on file with Clerk of the Board. RESOLUTION NO. A RESOLUTION AMENDING RESOLUTION 89-19 MASON COUNTY PERSONNEL POLICY AMENDING CHAPTER 7.9 WASHINGTON PAID FAMILY & MEDICAL LEAVE AND CHAPTER 8.5 NO SMOKING POLICY WHEREAS, it is the responsibility of the Board of Mason County Commissioners for the coordination of county administrative programs, which is accomplished through the adoption of the Personnel Policy; and WHEREAS, it is necessary and appropriate to change the current language in Payment of Premiums and Taking Leave and replace it with language in compliance with Washington Paid Family and Medical Leave, Chapter 50A.04 RCW; and WHEREAS, it is necessary and appropriate to update the No Smoking Policy language and replace it with language in compliance with Smoking In Public Places Chapter 70.160 RCW. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, the Board of Mason County Commissioners hereby amends Resolution 89-19, Mason County Personnel Policy amending Chapter 7.9 Washington Paid Family & Medical Leave and Chapter 8.5 No Smoking Policy as outlined in Attachment A. This resolution shall become effective immediately upon its passage. ADOPTED THIS day of December, 2019. BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS MASON COUNTY, WASHINGTON ATTEST: Kevin Shutty, Chair Melissa Drewry, Clerk of the Board Randy Neatherlin, Commissioner APPROVED AS TO FORM Sharon Trask, Commissioner Timothy Whitehead, Deputy Prosecuting Attorney C: Elected Officials&Department Heads 7.9 WASHINGTON PAID FAMILY&MEDICAL LEAVE Effective December 31, 2019 Mason County shall remove the Shared Leave Program based on the Washington Paid Family& Medical Leave, which pays employees who qualify,for family medical leave based on a qualifying event. , i. To be eligible te denate vaEatien leave, the empleyee w..e denates leave must have more than ten (io) days ef aEEr-Lied leave. in ne event shall a leave tFansfeF result iFi the denoF empleyee reducing his/her vacation leave balanEe te less than ten (1e) days. To be eligible te denate SiEk leave, the empleyee whe denates leave must have FnOFe than thirty(30) days ef leave. in ne event shall a leave tFansfer-Fesult in the donOF empleyee reducing hip IheF r Ek leave balanEe to less than thirty(3e) days. TFansfer- f leave will be in iREFements of one .day of leave. All denatiens of 1�..,aye� U v�. are r+riEtly v nl�.ntaFy 2. The empleyee FeEeiving donated leave shall have exhausted all hisjheF aEEUMUIated leave tirne. Donated vaEation leave shall be EonveFted te SiEl( leave f eF the reEipient. 3. While an empleyee is using shared leave, he eF she Will Eentinue tO FeEeive the same tFeatment1 in FespeEt te salary and benefits, Th + f of leave and the ameunt of I.,aye shall be authorized by the BeaFd Tl it. VVU14 111 ^�T 5. Ne empleyee shall Fe,eii v- me,- than 26o days ef donated leave dUFing theiF empleyment with the Ceunty. [RESOLUTION 897�1g—9/3/ 9-] Paid Family and Medical Leave Overview: Paid Family and Medical Leave, RCW o5 A.o4 is a mandatory statewide insurance program that will provide almost every Washington employee with paid time off to give or receive care. If you qualify, this program will allow you to take up to 12 weeks, as needed, if you: • Welcome a child into your family(through birth, adoption or foster placement) • Experience a serious illness or injury • Need to care for a seriously ill or injured relative • Need time to prepare for a family member's pre-and post-deployment activities, as well as time for childcare issues related to a family member's military deployment. For specifics on military-connected paid leave, visit www.dol.Erov/whd/regs/compliance/whdfS28mc.pdf If you face multiple events in a year, you might be eligible to receive up to 16 weeks, and up to 18 weeks if you experience a serious health condition during pregnancy that results in incapacity. Payment of Premiums: The program is funded by premiums paid by both employees and employers. It will be administered by the Employment Security Department (ESD). Premium collection started on Jan. 1, 2019. In 2019, the premium is 0.4 percent of wages. Employers can either pay the full premium or withhold a portion of the premium from their employees. Employers who choose to withhold premiums from their employees may withhold up to about 63 percent of the total premium, or$2.44 per week for an employee making$5o,000 annually. The employer is responsible for paying the other 37 percent. Businesses with fewer than 5o employees are exempt from the employer portion of the premium but must still collect or opt to pay the employee portion of the premium. Premium collection began Jan. 1, 2019. Your employer will calculate and withhold premiums from your paycheck and send both your share and theirs to ESD on a quarterly basis. Washington Paid Family& MediEal Leave CeOFdinated with Other Leaves: Employees whe h, aEEFued . atio Ek + e girl time eff may Eheese to ", � htake r .iu%h leave or FeEeive paid family and me leave benefits, as provided fOF iR RCW 5M.04.9-20. and/or mediEal related leave shall use enly the number of leave heHF5 that, togetheF with Washingten Paid Family& MediEal Leave benefits payments, Feffesents the empleyeels cr " FesuI+ ' I -e r-eEeiyin.g1 e.-.-. in n..i-es f lee% ref+heir reg- IaF r+r-.igh+ +i ATnTe if the empleyee eleEtS tO Use paid leave to supplement the f f theemployee must netify Human ReseUFEes at the staFt of his/her WashiFigten Paid Family MediEal Leave. OREe the empleyee eleEtS tO use paid leave te supplement hisIheF f Empleyees whe eleEt te use his/heF aEEFued leave to supplement theiF Wage While E)n family and/er mediEal leave shall bFing theiF Washingten Paid Family& MediEal Leave EheEk in te paid to the employee duFiigg the family and/E)F FigedoEal leave. OnEe the employee makes payment te Mason County and FinanEial SeFViEes "Payroll" approve-,11--h-- depesit,the empleyeef submit,Any empleyee kyhO EelleEts beth a full aEEFued leave payEheEk and a Washin ton Paid Family 09 TTTTIT & MediEal Leave payment SHALL rerflit the Washingten Paid Family& MediEal Leave payment to the Wunty. in the event an ernpleyee dees net the Washingten Paid Fnisuses, falsifying, OFabusing leave. Taking Leave: Starting Jan. 1, zozo, employees who have worked 82o hours in the qualifying period (equal to 16 hours a week for a year)will be able to apply to take paid medical leave or paid family leave.The 82o hours are cumulative, regardless of the number of employers or jobs someone has during a year.All paid work over the course of the year counts toward the 820 hours, including part-time, seasonal and temporary work. While on leave, you are entitled to partial wage replacement. That means you will receive a portion of your average weekly pay. The benefit is generally up to go percent of your weekly wage, with a minimum of$goo per week and a maximum of$1,000 per week. You will be paid by the Employment Security Department rather than your employer. Unlike the federal Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), employees of small businesses may take Paid Family and Medical Leave if they meet the standard eligibility requirements. More infoFmatien en applying for benefits Will Eeme in 2eig. Please go to paidleave.wa.gov for more information on applying for benefits. Leave Protection: Employees who return from leave under this law will be restored to a same or equivalent job if they work for an employer with 50 or more employees, have worked for this employer for at least 12 months, and have worked 1,25o hours in the 12 months before taking leave (about 24 hours per week, on average). You can keep your health insurance while on leave. If you contribute to the cost of your health insurance, you must continue to pay your portion of the premium cost while on leave. Your employer is prohibited from discriminating or retaliating against you for requesting or taking paid leave. [RESOLUTION 89-19_-_9/3/19 8.5 NO SMOKING POLICY For health and safety considerations, the County prohibits smoking and vaping by employees on all County-owned, leased, or operated and all county property is designated as non-smoking and vaping free areas. Smoking and vaping is prohibited in all buildings and vehicles owned or leased by the County are offices or other facilities rented or leased by the County. Public Areas:The term "public area" is defined for the purpose of the No Smoking Policy, but not limited to: all hallways, conference rooms, elevators, restrooms, lobbies, stairwells, reception areas, and any other areas which are: (1) open to the public, or(2) areas which employees are required to pass through during the course of employment. Smoking: The term "smoke" or"smoking" is defined for the purpose of the No Smoking Policy, but not limited to;the carrying or smoking of any kind of lighted all smekingef cigarettes, pipes, cigars, chewing of tobacco,vaping and the use of e-cigarettes, or any other lighted smoking equipment. Vape: The term "vape" or"vaping" is defined for the purpose of this chapter as inhaling or exhaling the vapor produced by any noncombustible product that may contain nicotine or a marijuana product and that employs a heating element, power source, electronic circuit, or other electronic, chemical, or mechanical means, regardless of shape or size, that can be used to produce vapor or aerosol from a solution or other substance including any electronic cigarette, electronic cigar, electronic cigarillo, electronic pipe, or similar product or device. County Property:The term "county property" is defined as the grounds and parking lots surrounding county buildings and all county parks. County property does not include: (1) Private vehicles and residences unless otherwise required by individual or group contracts with the county; (2) County roads; (3) Any person passing by or through county property while on a public sidewalk or public right-of-way has not intentionally violated this chapter. No smoking signs and removal of ashtrays:The departmeSt ef FaEflities, Facilities Department shall post and maintain no-smoking and no-vaping signs in all public areas and county property as defined herein, and remove ashtrays from those public areas. Pursuant to RCW_Chapter_70.160.070 - Intentional Violators, any person intentionally violating this policy by smoking or vaping in a public place, place of employment or within twenty-five feet of doors, windows that open and ventilation intakes or any person removing, defacing or destroying a sign required by this policy is subject to a civil fine of up to one hundred dollars. The county sheriff's department shall enforce this policy by issuing a notice of civil infraction to be assessed in the same manner as traffic infractions. All county employees shall be encouraged to help educate the public about the non-smoking and vaping policy by reminding violators not to smoke or vape on the property and by adding the policy to all use agreements and event publications. Violators, who refuse to comply with the smoking and vaping policy, may be asked to leave the county property. The appropriate department director or elected official shall be responsible for educating employees about the non-smoking policy and shall resolve intentional employee violations of the policy through disciplinary action. Interpretation of this chapter shall be in a manner that is consistent with RCW Chapter 70.16o Washington Clean Indoor Air Act, prohibiting smoking in all public places and places of employment. [PER ORDINANCE 91-06, 8/zz/zoo6] [PER ORDINANCE ] MASON COUNTY AGENDA ITEM SUMMARY FORM To: Board of Mason County Commissioners From: Kell Rowen, Planning Manager Action Agenda ❑ Public Hearing 0 Other ❑ Department: Community Services Ext: 286 Date: January 7, 2020 Agenda Item #/0. (Commissioner Staff To Com lete) Briefing Date: November 25, 2019 Briefing Presented By: Kell Rowen [ ] Item Was Not Previously Briefed With The Board Please Provide Explanation Of Urgency ITEM: Public hearing January 7, zozo at 9:15 a.m.to consider the expansion of 600 acres into the Shelton Urban Growth Area(UGA). BACKGROUND: The City of Shelton Commission adopted the City of Shelton Comprehensive Plan on December 26, 2017.This action included the subject expansion of the Shelton UGA.The City of Shelton released the DRAFT Environmental Impact Statement(DEIS)on February 2, 2017.The Final EIS was released on August 24, 2017. The adopted UGA expansion is not effective until such time as the County adopts the same. The Planning Advisory Commission held a public hearing to consider the expansion on November 18, 2019.They recommended to approve the UGA expansion and subsequent zoning to the BOCC. RECOMMENDED ACTION: Board of County Commissioners shall approve the UGA expansion of 600 acres(parcel numbers: 42003-00-00000, 42003-31-0002o and 42003- 31-0003o)and establish zoning as General Commercial and Industrial as shown on the City of Shelton's Future Land Use Map. ATTACI MENT(S): Staff Report(with attachments) Ordinance 12/27/2019 Page I December 30,2019 COMPREHENSIVE PLAN AMENDMENT AND ZONING CHANGE STAFF PROPOSAL - PROPOSED SHELTON URBAN GROWTH AREA (UGA) EXPANSION AND REZONE OF 600 ACRES FROM RURAL RESIDENTIAL 5 (RRS) AND RURAL COMMERCIAL 3 (RC3) TO INDUSTRIAL (I) AND GENERAL COMMERCIAL (GC) STAFF CONTACT Kell McAboy, Planning Manager Ext#286 APPLICANT PROPERTY OWNERS Mason County Planning Hunter Family Farm Lim Ptnshp. 615 W.Alder Omer&Anna Fournier Shelton,WA 98584 Karen Culver SUMMARY OF PROPOSAL This Comprehensive Plan amendment (expansion) and rezone of the Shelton UGA, known as the Dayton-Airport Road Commercial Industrial (DARCI) area will result in a change to the following: Mason County's Future Land Use Map, Mason County's Development Areas Map panel zo of zo (Shelton UGA), Mason County's Development Areas Map panel 8 of zo (Rural Area) and the Mason County Comprehensive Plan — Land Use Element. Established development regulations that will apply to the subject properties include the Industrial and General Commercial districts for the Shelton UGA. PARCEL INFORMATION Parcel Nos (42003-00-00000, 42003-31-0002o and 42003-31-00030): total 600 acres in size located within the Rural Area of Mason County,west of and adjacent to the northwest region of the Shelton UGA. Parcel ending in -00000 is zoned RRS, is 58o acres in size, and is currently assessed as Designated Forest Lands. Parcel ending in 0002o is zoned RC3 with an established automotive land use. Parcel ending in 00030 is zoned RRS with an established residence. ZONING INFORMATION CURRENT ZONING DESIGNATION: RRS—Rural Residential 5 The purpose of the RR5 district is to provide for residential development on parcels of 5 acres or more. RC 3—Rural Commercial 3 There are five types of rural commercial districts and they provide for a variety of commercial uses reflecting the diversity of existing business areas. In RC3, uses include convenience/general store, retail, restaurant, small office, laundry, professional services, personal services, public meeting space, nursery, public facilities—post office/fire station/fish hatchery/library/ranger station, church, Staff Report-BOCC Page 2 December 30,2019 local community and recreation centers, lodging facilities, including motels, RV parks, campgrounds and bed and breakfast, marina —sales, service and storage, auto service and repair, medical/dental clinic, animal clinic, winery, commercial/government operated day care, single family residential accessory use or apartment. Uses permitted with a Special Use Permit include gas and self-storage. PROPOSED ZONING DESIGNATION: I—Industrial The intent of the Industrial Zoning District in the Shelton UGA is to: A. Provide for moderate to heavy industrial development in order to provide needed goods, materials, and services to ensure the economic vitality of the City of Shelton and Mason County. B. Protect the industrial land base for industrial economic development and employment opportunities by limiting uses that may interfere with the purpose and efficient functioning of the area except those necessary for the convenience and support of the industries within the zone. GC—General Commercial The intent of the General Commercial (GC) zone is to provide for those commercial uses and activities which are dependent on convenient vehicular access and to provide development standards which enhance pedestrian and transit access. The regulations are intended to integrate new development with existing uses to achieve a better environment for users arriving by car or by foot and to maintain or enhance the livability of adjacent residential neighborhoods. BACKGROUND On December 26, 2017, the City of Shelton Commission adopted the City of Shelton Comprehensive Plan.This action included the subject expansion of the Shelton Urban Growth Area (UGA). The City of Shelton's released the DRAFT Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) on February 2, 2017. The Final EIS (FEIS) was released on August 24, 2017. The adopted UGA expansion is not effective until such time as the County adopts the same. Shelton Comprehensive Plan Update DRAFT Environmental Impact Statement: http://www.sheltonwa.gov/document center/Departments/CommunityEconomicDev/PlanAmend ment/2017%20Comp%20Plan/DEIS%202017 0202 pub.pdf Shelton Comprehensive Plan Update and UGA Expansion—Final EIS—August 2017: http://www.sheltonwa.gov/Sheiton%2oFEIS0/02oFINAL%2020'7o824.Rdf Shelton Comprehensive Plan—Land Use Element—November 2017: http://www.sheltonwa.gov/Land%20Usp.pdf ANALYSIS Mason County Code Section 17.05.o8o(a) describes the eight rezone criteria used to review a rezone proposal. These criterions have been established and adopted specifically for Mason County to establish standards by which each rezone is to be reviewed. The Code requires that each rezone be evaluated considering these standards; however, it does not require that they all be met. i. Development allowed by the proposed rezone designation shall not damage public health, safety and welfare. Staff Report-BOCC Page 3 December 30,2019 This criterion is met as the proposed UGA expansion and rezone of the property will not damage public health, safety or welfare as existing development regulations are in place to avoid damage of future development proposals. i. The zone designation shall be consistent with the Mason County Comprehensive Plan, Development Regulations, and other county ordinances, and with :the Growth Management Act; and that designation shall match the characteristics of the area to be rezoned better than any other zone designation. This UGA expansion and rezone includes an amendment to the Comprehensive Plan and is consistent with existing established development regulations. The City of Shelton went through the public process in 2017 to include a Draft and Final EIS to consider the preferred alternative for the best zone designation. 3. No rezone shall be approved if, either by itself or together with other rezoning and/or development, whether actual or potential, the cumulative impacts of such zoning would be to materially increase sprawling, low-density rural development, or to significantly increase uses incompatible with resource-based uses in the vicinity. This proposal expands the UGA and will not contribute to low-density rural development. The proposed zoning of Industrial and General Commercial is the same or more compatible use with neighboring resource-based Long Term Commercial Forest than is the existing RRS zoning. 4. No rezone to more intensive land use shall be approved if, either by itself or together with other rezoning and/or development, whether actual or potential, the cumulative impacts of such zoning would be to materially increase demand for urban services in rural areas, including but not limited to streets, parking, utilities,fire protection, police, and schools. This amendment is to expand the UGA for the City of Shelton as described in the Final EIS document. The demand forservices will be within the established UGA. 5. No rezone to more intensive land use shall be approved if, either by itself or together with other rezoning and/or development, whether actual or potential, the cumulative impacts of such zoning would be to materially interfere with the Growth Management Act goal to encourage development in urban areas where adequate public services and facilities exist or can be provided in an efficient manner. The City of Shelton first adopted the UGA expansion during their comprehensive plan update at the end of 2017. They are the service provider for water and sewer. Other public services and facilities can be provided as development occurs. 6. No rezone to more intensive land use shall be approved if, either by itself or together with other rezoning and/or development, whether actual or potential, the cumulative impacts of such zoning would be to materially interfere with the Growth Management Act goal to encourage retention of open space, to conserve fish and wildlife habitat, and generally to protect the environment, including air and water quality. Staff Report-BOCC Page 4 December 30,2019 Up to 6o acres would be placed into permanent conservation to protect the headwaters of the North Fork of Goldsborough Creek. The conservation areas set aside in the DARCI area in Alternative 2 (Preferred Alternative of the FENS) is the minimum areas to be set aside for conservation. Site specific delineation of wetlands, steep slopes, and other potential critical areas, and the establishment of buffers may warrant a larger conservation set-aside. Further studies will be conducted at the time of development application(Final EIS,page 2-34)• 7. No rezone to more intensive land use shall be approved if, either by itself or together with other rezoning and/or development,whether actual or potential,the cumulative impacts of such zoning would be to create pressure to change land use designations of other lands or to increase population growth in rural areas as projected in the Mason County Comprehensive Plan. This amendment is to expand the UGA for the City of Shelton as described in the Final EIS document. It is not anticipated that this amendment will create pressure to change land use designations or to increase population growth not already accounted for in the Shelton and Mason County growth projections. 8. These criteria shall not be construed to prevent corrective rezoning of land necessitated by clerical error or similar error of typography or topography committed in the original zoning of such land. The proposal is not applicable and not being requested as the result of any mapping errors. ,STATE ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION ACT (NEPA) The City of Shelton was the SEPA lead agency for the Shelton UGA expansion proposal. A Final Environmental Impact Statement (FEIS) was prepared for this project and released on August 24, 2017. PUBLIC NOTIFICATION Public Notice of this public hearing was published in the Mason Shelton Journal on December 26, 2o19 and January 2, 2020. There were numerous public notices and public meetings/hearings prior to the City of Shelton's adoption in 2017. PLANNING ADVISORY COMMISSION On November 18, 2019, the Planning Advisory Commission held a public hearing on this proposal. After calling for testimony and deliberation,they made a 4-1-o decision to recommend approval to the BOCC. PUBLIC COMMENTS See pages 117-134 here: http://www.sheltonwa.gov/Shelton%2oFEIS%2oFINAL%202ol7o824.pdf SUMMARYAND RECOMMENDATION Staff and the Planning Advisory Commission recommend approval of this Comp Plan amendment and rezone to the Mason County Board of Commissioners. Staff Report-BOCC Page 5 December 30,2019 ATTACHMENTS • City of Shelton Future Land Use Map(-1-1/20/20-17) • City of Shelton FEIS(select pages) • City of Shelton Comprehensive Plan—Land Use Element(select page) • City of Shelton Comprehensive Plan—Urban Growth Area Element Staff Report-BOCC COMMERCIAL INDUSTRIAL CENTER OPTIONS Expansion of Shelton's Urban Growth Area into the Dayton-Airport Road Commercial Industrial Center study area could create an employment area of up to 60o acres. Establishing this employment area could accomplish the following: • Appropriately sized parcels would be available for companies seeking to establish large industrial or commercial facilities • Restaurants,motels,and shops in this area could support employees and visitors of existing facilities(The Ridge,State Patrol Academy,correctional facility) • Slopes on the north side of the employment area would provide a buffer between more intense development and rural development to the north • Designated Forest Lands provide a buffer to the south • The headwaters of Goldsborough Creek could be set aside for protection Commercial Core Commercial Center Commercial Corridor This option includes a 4o acre Commercial Core at This option approximately triples Commercial This options extends Commercial uses along the the intersection of West Ells Hill Road and US-1o2 use area and limits the amount of Commercial/ north side of US 102. Due to proximity to the with the balance of the land north of the highway Industrial Mix land in the employment area. Commercial Corridor and smaller lot sizes, the in Commercial/Industrial mix and large parcels Commercial/Industrial Mix land would be less available for the employment area. likely to support major industrial uses. W- 1 ❑o�.. r { ❑o .� ❑ r/ ` ❑ El NNWr CITY OF SHELTON: UGA PLAN EIS AERIAL OVERVIEW STUDY AREA ,- Shelton's Comprhensive Plan sets policies for how the city will grow over the "sa next 20 years. The Urban Growth Area establishes the boundary in which that growth should occur. Updates to the ~' :T ' Comprehensive Plan could 1: ` (� affect how decisions are Y•;i 4 made about land within City a limits and the Urban Growth s Area. � ►` Shelton is also considering the expansion of its urban f� growth area in two places: Goldsborough Heights Study Area-south of Sanderson Field-for + a residential and some commercial use • Dayton-Airport Road Commercial Industrial ., : :.. ... .., . Center Study Area- west of Sanderson City Limits � Field-for industrial and UGA Boundary Y commercial use Study Areas o.1s os , A � Miiee 2018.. o', �F\ CITY OF SHELTON: UGA PIAN EIS SHELTON COMPREHENSIVE PLAN UPDATE AND UGA EXPANSION I PLANNED ACTION EIS ALTERNATIVES 20 acres of small lot development.The remainder of the developable area would be dedicated to larger lot housing. (Exhibit 2.2-6). Exhibit 2.2-6 Alternative 2 Land Use-Goldsborough Heights Study Area Conservation Large Lot Single Family Commercial 'JAW Small Lot Townhomes/ Single Fam_ ily "; Collage`s Institutional' Parks _ IN Source:BERK Consulting,2016. Also in Alternative 2,the UGA would be expanded up to 600 acres in the Dayton-Airport Road Area.Up to 60 acres would be placed into permanent conservation to protect the headwaters of the North Fork of Goldsborough Creek.2 A 200 ft. buffer along the north side of the study area would create a clear break between urban and rural uses.The remainder of the area would be utilized for a commercial and industrial employment center that focused on the following preferred uses (See Exhibit 2.2-7.): • tourism and hospitality(such as hotel, restaurant,services); • information technology(such as data storage and processing or technology manufacturing); • life sciences (such as laboratories or medical equipment manufacturing); • food production (such as seafood processing or food manufacturing);and • processing and production of wood products (such as milling, manufacturing,or assembly). I The conservation areas set aside in the DARCI area in Alternative 2(Preferred Alternative) is the minimum areas to be set aside for conservation.Site specific delineation of wetlands,steep slopes,and other potential critical areas, and the establishment of buffers may warrant a larger conservation set-asides. Further studies will be conducted at the time of development application. Final EISI August 2017 SHELTON COMPREHENSIVE PLAN UPDATE AND UGA EXPANSION PLANNED ACTION EIS ALTERNATIVES Exhibit 2.2-7 Alternative 2 Land Use—Dayton-Airport Road Commercial Industrial Study Area Urban-Buffer Food Products& Information Technology &Life Sciences Wood Processing Food Products& ' Hospitality Wood Processing ` Conservation ,.. �N Source:BERK Consulting,2016. ALTERNATIVE 3: Under Alternative 3, the UGA expansion areas would be the same for both the Goldsborough Heights study area and the DARCI study area, however,the land use patterns would differ. In the Goldsborough Heights study area approximately 200 acres would also be set aside in permanent open space at the south end of the expansion to protect the area around Goldsborough Creek, including the steep slopes and hillside above the creek.'The remaining developable area would feature an "Executive"golf course with parking, pro-shop, and support facilities on about 75 acres. About 20 acres of small lot single-family housing would be located in the vicinity of the golf course.The remaining land would be developed in flats clustered on a five-acre village green. Up to 325 new residential units would be accommodated. (Exhibit 2.2-8) 'The conservation area set aside in Goldsborough Heights in Alternative 3 is the minimum areas to be set aside for conservation.Site specific delineation of wetlands,steep slopes,and other potential critical areas,and the establishment of buffers may warrant a larger conservation set-asides. Further studies will be conducted at the time of development application. Final EISI August 2017 `1y 01 sHEJTO v2 NSH,NGSO "UnIlrlhl.Q'1 Srrcnrger Cnrnntrud(r 70GEY"HER" .1001111111111116 August 24,2017 Subject: Shelton Comprehensive Plan Update and Urban Growth Area Expansion FEIS Attached is a copy of the Final Environmental Impact Statement(FEIS)for the City of Shelton Comprehensive Plan Update 2016-2036 which includes evaluation of a proposed Urban Growth Area (UGA)expansion, prepared in accordance with the Washington State Environmental Policy Act(SEPA). The purpose of this FEIS is to assist the public and City decision makers in considering future growth and land use patterns in the City and UGA. The proposal seeks to update the City of Shelton Comprehensive Plan consistent with the Growth Management Act(GMA).Through the Comprehensive Plan Update the City is: reestablishing its vision,addressing anticipated growth target of 9,600 new residents within the City and its UGA, land use and zoning changes to accommodate the growth targets,updating its land inventories, updating all of its Comprehensive Plan elements to ensure consistency with GMA and Countywide Planning Policies, and considering two expansion areas.One,a proposed addition of approximately 600 acres to support a commercial-industrial employment center along Dayton-Airport Road near its intersection with Eells Hill Road and,the other,a proposed addition of approximately 325 acres to support new residential development in the west-southwestern portion of the City limits to the north of Goldsborough Creek and South of Sanderson Field. See Exhibit below. mi/{Ib X: Shelton l � r r i -Lp- ~ t i! Qty Limits LJ UGA Boundary T ^• � , Study Areas l Parcels ��- a w , ■Airport A 1 l I sw,w.M+•an o•,.ar.:o,e. :40 BERK (:t r. til h"I,l it I \\'A S lK.-N4 u d 1'.t1 1 , \s 14 Ail •l_Ii 1.S. • l'i\1;':`I' t'll\'I`: J1I'm%l.i1- !illy. \t'\\\\'.t I ,!1.'11t 11 The FEIS responds to public and agency comments received on the Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS), issued on February 2, 2017 and provides corrections and clarification to the environmental analysis contained in the DEIS.The DEIS addressed a range of natural resource and built environment topics and proposes mitigation where impacts have been identified. The alternatives considered in the DEIS include Alternative 1 No Action,assuming the continuation of the current Comprehensive Plan, and two Alternatives that include the UGA Expansion Areas with slightly different land use allowances as follows: Alternative 2—Goldsborough Heights Residential Expansion and Dayton-Airport Road Primary Business Center Alternative 3—Goldsborough Heights Golf Course and Dayton-Airport Road Commercial-Industrial Center The FEIS selects Alternative 2 as the preferred alternative. Information related to the preferred alternative is incorporated into the Draft Comprehensive Plan where appropriate. Previously,the City of Shelton considered adoption of a Planned Action within the potential UGA expansion under SEPA(RCW 43.21C.440).At this time the City is not pursuing this option. For additional information,to read the DEIS,or to review the Draft Comprehensive Plan, please see the project website at: www.sheltonwa.gov/departments/`community and economic development/shelton annual comprehensive.php Documents are also available at the Shelton Timberland Library/William G. Reed Public Library,710 W Alder Street,Shelton,WA 98584,and at the City of Shelton Community and Economic Development front counter,525 West Cota Street,Shelton,WA 98584. For questions, please contact me at 360-432-5102 or iasond@ci.shelton.wa.us. Sincerely, Jason Dose,Senior Planner,City of Shelton 1FACT SHEET Project Title Shelton Comprehensive Plan Update and Urban Growth Area (UGA) Expansion Location The primary study area includes the City of Shelton and its UGA.The Goldsborough Heights study area is located west of US Highway 101 and south of Shelton City limits.Abutting this study area to the north is the area of the Shelton Hills Master Plan.The Dayton-Airport Road Commercial Industrial (DARCI)study area is located northwest of the City of Shelton and west of the Shelton UGA,straddling both sides of Highway 102. Proposed Action and Alternatives The City of Shelton is updating its Comprehensive Plan in compliance with the Growth Management Act(GMA). The update includes the following: • Revise Shelton Comprehensive Plan Elements to address growth during the 2016-2036 planning period, land use plan and zoning changes to accommodate growth targets for population, housing and employment, transportation and capital facilities plans, and housekeeping and consistency amendments. • Amendments and updates to comprehensive plan elements to ensure consistency with the City's review of its plans in response to GMA requirements and Countywide Planning Policies. • Consideration of the expansion of the Urban Growth Area (UGA)to accommodate new housing and employment growth. • Review and update critical areas regulations consistent with an updated Best Available Science report on Critical Areas. • Update zoning and development regulations consistent with the updated future land use plan, including pre- annexation zoning of UGA expansion areas. Alternative 1(No Action):This is a required alternative under the State Environmental Policy Act(SEPA).This alternative accommodates growth through 2036 within the current City limits and UGA boundaries. No other changes would be made to update the Shelton Comprehensive Plan. Alternative 2(Preferred Alternative):Goldsborough Heights Residential Expansion and Dayton-Airport Road Primary Business Center: Comprehensive Plan policy and development regulation updates would be made in all elements(land use, housing,economic development,transportation,capital facilities, utilities,etc.)for consistency with state and county requirements.A best available science evaluation is being conducted regarding critical areas regulations. Comprehensive Plan Update policies would support the expansion of the UGA in two areas to accommodate future housing and employment needs.This alternative would expand residential uses in a similar pattern to the Shelton Hills Master Plan for the approximately 325-acre Goldsborough Heights study area and create a commercial and industrial employment area in the approximately 600 acre Dayton-Airport Road Commercial Industrial (DARCI)study area that focuses on the development of primary business uses:tourism and hospitality, information technology, life sciences,food production, and processing and production of wood products. In both UGA expansion areas,some sensitive slopes or riparian corridors would be set aside for protection. Pre-annexation zoning would be identified for the UGA expansion areas, becoming effective upon annexation. Alternative 3:Goldsborough Heights Golf Course and Dayton-Airport Road Commercial-Industrial Center: Under Alternative 3 Comprehensive Plan and development regulation updates needed for consistency with state and county requirements would be made similar to Alternative 2 (Preferred Alternative).Comprehensive Plan Final EIS I August 2017 SHELTON COMPREHENSIVE PLAN UPDATE AND UGA EXPANSION I PLANNED ACTION EIS SUMMARY The City is preparing to undertake the 2016 Comprehensive Plan Update as required by the GMA.Staff has completed the Periodic Update Checklist for Cities, public workshops seeking the public's thoughts on what is needed for the future,and a survey. Feedback from the public involvement process influenced development of the proposals analyzed as part of EIS process. 1.2.3. Prior Environmental Review The City of Shelton's current Comprehensive Plan was evaluated with a Determination of Non-Significance(DNS) and expanded SEPA checklist published in November 2007.That document studied proposed amendments to the Comprehensive Plan and UGA for a growth period ending in the year 2025. It anticipated that a net population increase within the City and the UGA of 10,500 people,for a total of about 22,000.Although there has been some growth and land use change since 2007,growth slowed significantly from 2007-2014 due to the Great Recession.As a result,the net growth studied within this EIS is close to that studied in 2007.The 2007 DNS and checklist are hereby incorporated by reference. An EIS was prepared for the Shelton Hills Master Plan, immediately adjacent to the Goldsborough Heights study area to the north.The Draft EIS was issued on August 22,2013 and a Final EIS on January 30, 2014.This EIS studied the impacts of development of the Shelton Hills Master Plan.The Shelton City Commission approved a Planned Action for the Shelton Hills Master Plan in 2014.The area is adjacent to the Goldsborough Heights Study area to the north. Relevant analysis from this EIS is included in the Shelton Comprehensive Plan Update and UGA Expansion EIS as appropriate.The Shelton Hills EIS is hereby incorporated by reference. Just outside the DARCI study area,the Washington State Department of Corrections prepared the Westside Prison Reception Center Draft EIS, published in November 2011. Relevant analysis from this EIS is included in the Shelton Comprehensive Plan Update and UGA Expansion EIS as appropriate. 1.3 Organization of this Document The City of Shelton issued a Draft EIS on February 2,2017,analyzing the potential environmental impacts of three primary alternatives.This Final EIS completes the environmental analysis by providing responses received on the Draft SEIS,as well as other clarifications and corrections. Hereafter, references to the Final EIS refer to this document,while references to the Environmental Impact Statement(EIS) refer to the combined Draft and Final EIS. The Final EIS is composed of the following chapters: • Chapter 1:A summary of significant impacts, mitigation measures, and significant unavoidable adverse impacts evaluated in the EIS. • Chapter 2:A description of the alternatives analyzed by the EIS. • Chapter 3:Clarifications and Corrections to the Draft EIS in response to public comments or City staff review. Text that has been inserted, modified,or deleted since publication of the Draft EIS is shown in strikeout/underline format. • Chapter 4: Responses to public comments received on the Draft EIS. • Chapter 5: References cited in this document. • Chapter 6:Acronyms and Abbreviations used in the document. • Chapter 7:A distribution list of agencies and individuals who have been provided with a notice of availability of this document. • The Final EIS does not repeat the entirety of the contents of the Draft EIS,and the two documents should be considered together for a complete discussion of alternatives,impacts,and mitigation measures. Final EISI August 2017 SHELTON COMPREHENSIVE PLAN UPDATE AND UGA EXPANSION I PLANNED ACTION EIS CLARIFICATIONS AND CORRECTIONS TO THE DRAFT EIS Exhibit 3.3-3.Conditions of Natural Waterbodies in the Study Areas Parameter Goldsborough Oakland Johnswithin Study Regulation i Creek Bay Areas State of Washington Water Quality Standards(173 Core Summer Core Summer Good Aquatic Use 201A WAC)designates uses,protections,and Habitat,Prirrlary Habitat, Life Uses, Classification pollutant limits for temperature,dissolved oxygen, Contact Primary Secondary turbidity,dissolved gas,pH,and fecal coliform for Contact Contact designated fresh and marine waters. Recreation Recreation Recreation Impairments identified on Ecology's Water Quality Water Quality Assessment,known as the Clean Water Act Section Temperature None Impairments 303(d)list(Ecology 2012) [,'sTemperature, tream Flow Federal Emergency Management Agency(FEMA) designated floodplains(FEMA 1988).Federal regulations require communities to adopt floodplain storage and conveyance capacity protection measures.Mason County and City of Shelton Floodplains regulate or prohibit certain types of construction Yes Yes Yes and activities in flood zones,require preservation of wetlands or other natural flood storage features, and require flood-proofing for construction(Mason County Code 8.52.130,Shelton Municipal Code 18.10). j Mason County and City of Shelton regulate state- designated shorelines(WAC 173-18-270)through Ecology-delegated authority.Within shoreline Shoreline of the Shoreline of Shoreline of Shorelines boundaries,special development permits are State the State the State required and certain types of development are prohibited(Mason County Code 15.09 and 17.50, Shelton Municipal Code 21.64). Built Environment CURRENT SHELTON URBAN GROWTH AREA The City of Shelton drainage network consists of a network of pipes, catch basins,culverts roadside ditches,and on-site residential and commercial infiltration facilities.Within the city limits,the storm drain system includes approximately six detention facilities and 30 outfalls(Otak 2008).Within the current unincorporated Urban Growth Area,stormwater runoff in forested areas likely infiltrates into the ground. Stormwater runoff from developed areas with industrial,commercial, and institutional land uses is likely collected in channelized flow along roadways that eventually discharge to ground infiltration, nearby streams,or the City's drainage network. DAYTON-AIRPORT ROAD The current land use within the Dayton-Airport Road Commercial Industrial Center study area is predominantly designated forest land,with a single residential lot,a single commercial lot used for automobile maintenance, and some undeveloped cleared land. Based on soil types,the areas are predominantly soils classified as Hydrologic Soil Group A,which has high infiltration potential (N RCS 2015);therefore, it is likely that most stormwater runoff in the vicinity infiltrates into the ground. GOLDSBOROUGH HEIGHTS The Goldsborough Heights study area is designated forest land (Mason County 2011). No records of surface water facilities or drainage structures were found for these areas. Based on soil types,the areas are Final EISI August 2017 —M SHELTON COMPREHENSIVE PLAN UPDATE AND UGA EXPANSION I PLANNED ACTION EIS CLARIFICATIONS AND CORRECTIONS TO THE DRAFT EIS Exhibit 3.4-2.Groundwater Well and Critical Recharge and Wellhead Protection Areas o� n .............................. �9 !'I fid. 'N-�ItSC_R �Ylpy NRf SRI - ,i 5t1 .''r I ! l� Ftl9,+IL1 qO F.i , ,� r"I i 1 101 s 111, 3 c p 1 - Shelton UGA i i i ;Ko i i i i m„W q0 i _- Shelton 0 _ o IF..1 UGA Boundary Study Areas Parcels ■Airport Wellhead Protection Areas 6-month 1-year A 9, Shelton UGA 5-year l N 0 900 1,800 10-year I , I , I RJ Fest Source;Mason County.2016.Washinolon Depadmen,or Public Health :ill BERK Source:Mason County,2016.Washington Department of Public Health. Final EISI August 2017 —Im SHELTON COMPREHENSIVE PLAN UPDATE AND UGA EXPANSION I PLANNED ACTION EIS CLARIFICATIONS AND CORRECTIONS TO THE DRAFT EIS DAYTON-AIRPORT ROAD STUDY AREA The study area lies outside the City's wellhead protection zones, as shown on Exhibit 3.4-2. However,the eastern edge of the study area borders the edge of the 10-year capture zone of a wellhead protection zone.The Port of Shelton obtains water from these wells that are approximately 200 to 300 ft.deep and located east of the study area. GOLDSBOROUGH HEIGHTS STUDY AREA The study area lies outside the City's wellhead protection zones. CARA Summary Growth Management Act guidelines define Critical Aquifer Recharge Areas as areas with a critical recharging effect on aquifers used for potable water and areas where an aquifer that is a source of drinking water is vulnerable to contamination that would affect the potability of the water[WAC 365-190-030(2)]. In 1995,the Washington State legislature amended the Growth Management Act(GMA)to require that local governments include Best Available Science (BAS) in designating and protecting critical areas(RCW§36.70A.172(1)). Critical Aquifer Recharge Areas (CARAs)are governed and protected as critical areas by the City of Shelton (Title 21.66.040 of the Shelton Municipal Code)and Mason County(17.01.080; 8.52.120-Critical aquifer recharge areas).Aquifer recharge areas in the Shelton area were identified by geological studies performed in the late 1990s by a local geologist(Adams 1998) based on surficial geologic information,extensive field observations including thickness of recessional outwash and alluvium,geologic mapping of Mason County,and use of the Mason County Soil Survey. Both the City and County define classes of susceptibility: Class 1 (Extremely Susceptible),Class II (Highly Susceptible),and Class III (Moderately Susceptible). However,there are differences between the City and County mapping,and the City and County are working together to resolve the differences. Exhibit 3.4-4 shows the CARA designations in the current Shelton UGA as currently mapped by Mason County. An aquifer recharge area study group was convened in the late 1990s to review the aquifer ordinance and CARA designation maps Recommendations made by this committee included reconciling discrepancies in the existing maps and developing a process to refine the maps using hydrogeological studies, as well as developing a facility inventory database of parcels within CARAs The City and County ordinances include development regulations for Class III aquifers although no Class III aquifers have currently been designated. Criteria for designation of aquifers will be considered in future revisions to the CARA designation maps. The Department of Ecology developed a numerical groundwater flow model of Goldsborough and Johns Creeks and the surrounding watersheds(Golder 2015).The model was developed to aid in the understanding of the groundwater flow system and the effects of groundwater development alternatives on the water resources of the Goldsborough and Johns Creek watersheds The steady-state regional-scale MODFLOW groundwater model simulated flow under saturated conditions in three dimensions and was calibrated to available stream flow and water level data It was used to make general observations about the system, including estimated recharge to the groundwater system from precipitation and septic-system returns. Using the model (Golder 2015) the Squaxin Island Tribe generated output showing the total number of inches of precipitation that infiltrates below the root zone and recharges groundwater recharge, based on a partial urban scenario(Squaxin and Ecology 2016) "Partial Urban"means the model accounted for known open space within the city limits Although the modeling was not specifically performed in support of the CARA the preliminary data is generally consistent with the CitV and County CARA maps Although the model appears to provide a more comprehensive analysis of recharge than the previous geological studies used to develop the existing City and County CARA designation maps further review of management scenarios and their assumptions is warranted to confirm the output appropriate to serve as the basis for the revised CARA maps.The City and County will be Final EISI August 2017 SHELTON COMPREHENSIVE PLAN UPDATE AND UGA EXPANSION I PLANNED ACTION EIS CLARIFICATIONS AND CORRECTIONS TO THE DRAFT EIS Exhibit 3.4-5. UGA Study Areas Critical Aquifer Recharge Areas +�{rF ppAy ••� N+.:iYW te7oA i Shelton UGA _ f ,} do i t•: Ito.n UGA Boundary E]Study Areas Parcels ■Airport ;e. Critical Aquifer Recharge Areas I:Extremely Susceptible ,m Ilia If:Highly Susceptible Shelton UGA 111:Moderately Susceptible o Lva t eao NO:No Classification I I l if f t Feer Source:Ma^on County.2016,Washington Department of Natural Resowces. j' rr 711 BERK Source:Mason County,2016.Washington Department of Natural Resources. DAYTON-AIRPORT ROAD STUDY AREA Most of the entire study area lies within a CARA, either designated Class I or Class II,as shown on Exhibit 3.4-5. These areas correspond to areas mapped as recessional outwash. For the purposes of this review,the entire Final EISA August 2017 —M SHELTON COMPREHENSIVE PLAN UPDATE AND UGA EXPANSION I PLANNED ACTION EIS CLARIFICATIONS AND CORRECTIONS TO THE DRAFT EIS study area is considered to be located within a CARA, since the small zones outside the City's and County's mapped CARAs are not consistent. The Squaxin Island Tribe model also predicts relatively high recharge rates over the study area (40 to 50 inches per year),except for the northwest and northeast corners of the study area,and a small area along the southern boundary,where recharge is calculated to be 20 to 30 inches per year.There is also a small area in the central part of the study area where recharge is calculated to be 30 to 40 inches per year. GOLDSBOROUGH HEIGHTS STUDY AREA This study area does not lie within any mapped CARAs.The northern portion of the study area is mapped as till, and therefore would not be expected to be susceptible to groundwater recharge. However,there is an area on the southeastern side of the study area where recessional outwash is mapped, and this area should be considered as an area susceptible to recharge, even though it is not mapped within a CARA by the City or County. This interpretation is consistent with the Squaxin Island Tribe model that shows lower recharge rates in the northern portion of the study area (20 to 30 inches per year),and higher recharge rates in the southeastern portion of the study area (40 to 50 inches per year), and on the south side of Goldsborough Creek(30 to 40 inches per year). 3.4.2. Impacts Impacts Common to All Alternatives Use and disposal of chemicals is a principal cause of adverse impacts to groundwater quality from human activities. Leaks and spills of chemical products and hazardous residues from manufacturing operations,storage tanks,shipping containers,and waste disposal areas are major point sources of contamination.On-site septic systems that are improperly installed or maintained are also potential point-sources of groundwater contamination. Recent studies indicate that on-site septic systems can be a significant contributor to groundwater contamination,depending upon system density and hydrogeologic conditions. Non-point sources of groundwater contamination include runoff from agricultural areas,field application of fertilizers and manure at greater than agronomic rates,concentrated agricultural feeding operations, paved and unpaved areas used by vehicles or used for chemical storage,and areas where airborne dispersion of hazardous chemicals has contaminated soils. Principal chemicals of concern are volatile organic chemicals, heavy metals, petroleum hydrocarbons,and nitrates. During construction activities,temporary dewatering of excavations during construction may be necessary but would be expected to be localized and of short duration. Construction activities that could affect surface water and groundwater resources include: • Earthwork trench work stockpiling,and material transport:Clearing and grubbing(removing trees and vegetation)exposes soil and removes roots that anchor soil in place. Soil exposed in sloped excavations,fills, or trench work is especially susceptible to local erosion until vegetation is established or the surface is stabilized with pavement. If exposed soil becomes dry, it can be eroded by wind. Loose soil and stockpile material can be carried by water or wind off site to stormwater drains or streams where it can increase turbidity in the water. Construction vehicle tires can carry soil onto roadways,where the soil can be carried into ditches or streams during storms. • Concrete work and paving: Concrete work is associated with the installation of roads,sidewalks, and structural foundations.The pH in surface water can be increased to levels harmful to fish and wildlife if runoff comes in contact with process water or slurry from concrete work or curing concrete. Final EISI August 2017 —M SHELTON COMPREHENSIVE PLAN UPDATE AND UGA EXPANSION I PLANNED ACTION EIS CLARIFICATIONS AND CORRECTIONS TO THE DRAFT EIS Impacts of Alternative 2(Preferred Alternative) CURRENT SHELTON URBAN GROWTH AREA See impacts common to all alternatives. URBAN GROWTH AREA EXPANSIONS-OVERVIEW Under Alternative 2,impacts will include both temporary construction related impacts, and long term changes common to all alternatives. No drinking water wells would be impacted with Alternative 2. Potable water would be supplied by the City of Shelton and no on-site water wells would be proposed.Water supply is expected to be from municipal sources, so this will not directly impact aquifers in the study area. DAYTON-AIRPORT ROAD The DARCI study area is designated as Extremely or Highly Susceptible to groundwater contamination,due to its surficial glacial outwash geology. Use restrictions and performance standards for specific proposed site uses will be strictly implemented. Depths to groundwater are expected to be approximately 15 to 20 ft. below ground surface in the DARCI study area. Construction below these depths would require temporary dewatering measures. GOLDSBOROUGH HEIGHTS The Goldsborough Heights study area generally has a low susceptibility to groundwater contamination over the northerly and northwesterly portion of the site which is characterized by glacial till.The southeasterly portion of the site is likely more susceptible to groundwater contamination due to glacial outwash geology.The residential development proposed for the majority of the study area has relatively lower potential to generate contamination to groundwater than commercial and industrial uses. Depths to groundwater are expected to be approximately 10 to 15 ft. below ground surface in the Goldsborough Heights study area. Construction below these depths would require temporary dewatering measures.Shallow perched groundwater could also be encountered in the Goldsborough Heights study area due to the presence of weathered glacial till at the surface and this shallow perched groundwater in the Goldsborough Heights area is expected to be closely connected to the Goldsborough Creek surface water. Impacts of Alternative 3 CURRENT SHELTON URBAN GROWTH AREA Impacts of Alternative 3 would be similar to Alternative 2. DAYTON-AIRPORT ROAD Impacts of Alternative 3 would be similar to Alternative 2. GOLDSBOROUGH HEIGHTS For Alternative 3,the Goldsborough Heights study area will have a lower density of residential development and will also include a 75-acre golf course. It is possible that the golf course will require irrigation and potentially application of pesticides and herbicides.Additional measures, including pre-treatment, may be required to regulate stormwater runoff from the golf course. Final EISI August 2017 SHELTON COMPREHENSIVE PLAN UPDATE AND UGA EXPANSION I PLANNED ACTION EIS CLARIFICATIONS AND CORRECTIONS TO THE DRAFT EIS also be impacted as a result of spills that occur during storage, handling or transport of hazardous materials at regulated sites,or as a result of construction-related spills of fuels,oils, lubricants,or other substances. Construction plans would include spill containment provisions and response kits to prevent off-site transport of spilled materials, but construction workers could still potentially come in contact with a spilled fuel or hydraulic fluid. Impacts of Alternative 1 (No Action) CURRENT SHELTON URBAN GROWTH AREA Areas that are currently not being used to their full zoning potential would likely be converted to uses allowed by the current Comprehensive Plan and zoning map (for example a forested area that is zoned for residential uses would be converted to residential uses).The effects on Environmental Health would be as described in the discussion of Impacts Common to All Alternatives.The risk of adverse effects on Environmental Health would be avoided or minimized through compliance with the City's ordinances and critical areas rules. URBAN GROWTH AREA EXPANSIONS There are no known sources of existing contamination in the UGA expansion study areas, and nearby contaminated sites are not anticipated to affect the study areas.Although the Shelton Auto Wrecking yard located within the DARCI study area has no known reported releases of hazardous materials,this site could have an increased potential for encountering contaminated soils and/or groundwater compared to undeveloped property. Under Alternative 1,development would continue under primarily rural uses and conditions would continue as described in the Affected Environment Section.As discussed in the Groundwater Section 3.3,the Dayton-Road UGA is located in a CARA under both the City of Shelton and Mason County,and both similarly prohibit and restrict certain land uses,including the use of septic systems. Future development would be expected to occur in accordance with County CARA requirements,which are similar to the City's CARA requirements.Therefore, Alternative 1 impacts for this study area would be similar to Alternatives 2 and 3. However, if the area is not included in the UGA and future development occurs under Mason County rural zoning, low intensity development would likely result in a lower overall risk of contamination. Impacts of Alternative 2(Preferred Alternative) CURRENT SHELTON URBAN GROWTH AREA Impacts for Alternative 2 are anticipated to be similar to Alternative 1. URBAN GROWTH AREA EXPANSIONS The Dayton-Airport Road UGA will be developed as a Primary Business Area.Since this area is located within a CARA,types of uses will be prohibited per Shelton Municipal Code 21.66.050 Prohibited uses and activities and other activities would require an aquifer recharge protection permit per Shelton Municipal Code 21.66.060 Uses requiring an aquifer recharge area protection permit. Uses requiring an aquifer recharge area protection permit include above ground and underground storage tanks, medium or large quantity generators of hazardous wastes, and certain types of manufacturing facilities,and requirements include implementation of BMPs,and demonstration of performance standards. The Goldsborough Heights UGA will include residential and commercial development.The residential development proposed for the majority of the site has relatively lower potential to generate contamination to groundwater than commercial and industrial uses.The Goldsborough Heights study area generally has a low susceptibility to groundwater contamination over the northerly and northwesterly portion of the site which is characterized by glacial till.The eastern portion of the study area,although not within a mapped CARA, is Final EISI August 2017 SHELTON COMPREHENSIVE PLAN UPDATE AND UGA EXPANSION I PLANNED ACTION EIS CLARIFICATIONS AND CORRECTIONS TO THE DRAFT EIS OPERATION Roadway System The roadway configuration and the study area intersections for Alternative 2 would be different than under the 2012 existing and 2036 No Action conditions. Under Alternative 2, internal roadways would be constructed serving the Dayton Airport Road Primary Business Center and the Goldsborough Heights residential expansion. The roadways within the Dayton Airport Road primary business center would connect to the roadway system via an intersection(s) on Dayton Airport Road or Eells Hill Road. The Goldsborough Heights residential expansion would be connected to the roadway system via the Shelton Hills Mixed-Use Development and associated roadway improvements.These include reconfiguration of the US 101 and Wallace Kneeland Boulevard interchange,as well as multiple signal and channelization improvements throughout the city of Shelton.With the completion of the Shelton Hills Mixed-Use Development,three new intersections were added to the transportation analysis. Roadway system improvements assumed for 2036 are included in Exhibit 3.10-11 above. Traffic Volumes and Operations To analyze conditions under Alternative 2,the population, households,and jobs assumed for Alternative 2 (9,602 peoples,3,736 households,and 12,472 jobs)were used to generate additional vehicle trips and these were added to the total vehicle trips assigned to the 2036 No Action Alternative. Traffic volumes at the northern study area intersections would largely increase due to increased employment at the DARCI study area.Traffic volumes in the central study area intersections would see an increase due to increased residential population in the Goldsborough Heights study area.The anticipated 2036 lane configuration and PM peak hour traffic volumes for Alternative 2 are shown in Exhibit 3.10-14. s As of lune 2017 the Mason County proposed population allocation to the combined City and UGA is a net change of 9,600 persons through the 2036 planning horizon The capacity for population under Alternative 2 is only a difference of two persons At a planning level Alternative 2 is consistent with the population allocation given it has a difference of less than a fraction of a percent,and less than one household in size. Final EISI August 2017 City of Shelton Comprehensive Plan—Land Use Element—August 2017 Shelton's Urban Growth Area The designation of an Urban Growth Area enables property owners and service providers to make more informed choices and to promote orderly growth and development. In 1996,the City of Shelton and Mason County identified and established an Urban Growth Area around the City of Shelton. The boundaries of the UGA were based on an assessment of the growth potential for Shelton and Mason County as well as the ability of the City to reasonably extend urban services. As a part of the ongoing efforts to promote coordinated planning in the Shelton UGA, the City and County executed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) in 2003. This agreement authorized the City to take the lead in preparing a subarea plan for the UGA that is compatible with the City's updated Comprehensive Plan and Development regulations. In 2007,the Shelton Urban Growth Area Plan was adopted by Mason County and integrated into the City's Comprehensive Plan. This element of the Comprehensive Plan helps ensure growth occurs in a more orderly and compatible manner, and achieves stated goals and objectives of the Growth Management Act. As part of the 2017 update, Shelton expanded its UGA in two areas to accommodate an increased allocation of growth from Mason County. Expansion in the Goldsborough Heights area, southwest of the Shelton Hills Master Plan, was intended to provide an area for additional residential growth. UGA expansion in the Dayton Airport Road Commercial Industrial area was intended to provide additional opportunities for employment growth and economic development. Future Land Use And Zoning Map The Future Land Use Map has not changed significantly since the 1992 Future Land Use Map and the corresponding City zoning map was initially prepared. As part of the 2003 update, the UGA area was reduced and sized to better align with the projected vacant and underutilized land necessary to accommodate future commercial, industrial, and residential land uses. The UGA was adjusted with the 2017 update to create areas of expansion to accommodate a greater proportion of growth allocated by the County. Any changes to the Shelton UGA do not become effective until they are also incorporated into the County's Comprehensive Plan. The UGA expansion may require revisions to the County's development regulations for the UGA to be consistent. Future Land Use Designations Summary This section provides a brief description of the land use designations shown on the "Future Land Use and Zoning Map" contained in Figure 1. The City and County's zoning ordinance will provide more detailed direction regarding development within these areas, consistent with the policies of this chapter. II-6 MASON COUNTY AGENDA ITEM SUMMARY FORM TO: BOARD OF MASON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS From: Loretta Swanson, Director Action Agenda DEPARTMENT: Public Works EXT: 450 COMMISSION MEETING DATE: January 7, 2020 Agenda Item # /0.,2-4- BRIEFING /0. -BRIEFING DATE: November 4, 2019 and November 18, 2019 BRIEFING PRESENTED BY: Loretta Swanson and Zach Foster [] ITEM WAS NOT PREVIOUSLY BRIEFED WITH THE BOARD Please provide explanation of urgency: ITEM: Implementing Solid Waste Flow Control —Hearing BACKGROUND: The Board of County Commissioners requested Public Works to look into implementing solid waste flow control that would require Mason County Garbage and Recycling to deliver all solid waste collected in unincorporated areas of the county. Mason County Garbage presently takes approximately 5,400 tons waste from Mason County to Kitsap County's facility (3,400 Commercial/Roll Off and 2,000 Residential). Implementing flow control would result in Mason County Garbage hauling to Eells Hill rather than Kitsap County. This would amount to an approximate 10% increase in overall tonnage. Implementation of Solid Waste Flow Control would also require the Mason County 2018 Comprehensive Solid Waste Management Plan to be updated in the near future. CITATIONS: RCW 36.58.040 speaks to a county's ability to"designate a disposal site or sites for all solid waste collected in the unincorporated areas pursuant to the provisions of a comprehensive solid waste plan county". The Mason County Solid Waste Management Plan states the need to`evaluate the physical and economic impacts of implementing flow control at Mason County solid waste facilities" and "to keep waste currently going to other counties in the Mason County system". MCC 6.72.030 addresses solid waste handling, but silent to designating specific disposal sites. OPERATIONAL IMPACTS: Flow control would increase Mason County Garbage disposal haul distance and possibly time. Flow control would increase congestion at the Eells Hill Transfer Station. Mason County Garbage estimates that flow control would trigger the need for additional trucks and drivers. FINANCIAL/BUDGET IMPACTS: Flow control will result in increased rates for the northern customers to account for Mason County Garbage's changes in transportation and tipping fee costs. To increase rates, Mason County Garbage must go through the UTC (Utilities and Transportation Commission) which is typically a 45 day process. Mason County Garbage provided preliminary, ball-park rate increase estimates for two scenarios: 1. Commercial Customer Only Flow Control — 5.2% increase generating roughly $344,000 2. Commercial/Residential Flow Control — 9.2% increase generating roughly $611,000 This does not take into account a tipping fee increase or a planned 2.5% increase Mason County Garbage believes they will qualify for. Implementing commercial flow control will result in an estimated annual revenue increase to Solid Waste Fund #402 in the amount of$212,700 based on the following assumptions: • Additional 5000 tons per year received at Eells Hill • Additional tipping revenue at $99.52/ton (pre-tax) • Additional haul expenditure at $56.98/ton • No additional personnel or increased operational expenditures This additional revenue could be used to make improvements such as: • Add a safety spotter at Eells Hill ■ Pave the exit from the Eells Hill tipping floor ■ Plan for eventual separation of commercial from residential • Save to construct Eells Hill improvements to separate commercial from residential • Install a commercial scale at Eells Hill • Plan and save for Belfair improvements PUBLIC AND OTHER OUTREACH: Mason County Solid Waste Advisory Committee (SWAG) previously recommended looking at implementing flow control. Mason County and Kitsap County recently discussed proceeding with commercial flow control and Kitsap is agreeable. Public Works reached out to Mason County Garbage to understand potential impacts associated with implementing commercial flow control. The public will be notified through the normal public hearing notice process. RECOMMENDED ACTION: Recommend the Board approve the following: 1. Amendment to Mason County Code Chapter 6.72, Section .030 adding Section (I); Solid Waste Flow Control 2. The Chair to sign an Interlocal Agreement, after signed by Kitsap, between Mason and Kitsap Counties enacting solid waste flow control effective April 1, 2020. ATTACHMENT: 1. Ordinance 2. Draft Interlocal Agreement ORDINANCE NO. AN ORDINANCE AMENDING MASON COUNTY CODE CHAPTER 6.72.030— SOLID WASTE HANDLING ADDING SECTION ON SOLID WASTE FLOW CONTROL AN ORDINANCE, amending Mason County Code Chapter 6.72, Section .030, adding section "I"establishing "Solid Waste Flow Control"; WHEREAS, Mason County is charged by Chapter 70.95 RCW with responsibility for adopting a comprehensive solid waste management plan to control the disposal of solid waste generated and collected within its boundaries; and WHEREAS, RCW 36.58.040, authorizes the Mason County Board of Commissioners to provide by ordinance for the establishment of a system of solid waste disposal for the unincorporated areas of the County, to designate disposal sites and enter agreements with operators of disposal sites relating to utilization of and rates for solid waste handling systems, plants, sites and other facilities; WHEREAS, RCW 36.58.040 and RCW 36.58.045 authorize the County to fund its expenses incurred in connection with RCW 70.95 NOW THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED, that the Board of Mason County Commissioners hereby amends Chapter 6.72 of the Mason County Code, "Solid Waste Handling", by adding Section .030 (I), entitled "Solid Waste Flow Control" and to read as set forth on Exhibit 1, attached hereto and incorporated by reference. DATED this day of , 2020 ATTEST: BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS MASON COUNTY,WASHINGTON Melissa Drewry, Clerk of the Board Kevin Shutty, Chair APPROVED AS TO FORM: Sharon Trask, Vice Chair Tim Whitehead, Ch. DPA Randy Neatherlin, Commissioner Cc: Elected Officials Dept. Heads EXHIBIT 1 ORDINANCE NO. Chapter 6.72.030 Solid Waste Handling (i) Solid Waste Flow Control (1) Facility Description. The Facility designated is declared to be the Mason County Eells Hill Transfer Station located at 501 W. Eells Hill Road, Shelton, Washington. (2) Geographic Area Affected. The geographic area subject to this flow control, and for which a required use order may be issued pursuant to and shall constitute all areas located within Mason County. (3) Type and Quantities of Solid Waste. The types and quantities of solid waste, which shall be subject to this flow control ordinance and for which a required use order may be applicable, shall include all residential, commercial and industrial acceptable waste generated in Mason County, Washington. (4) Persons Subjected to this Ordinance. The persons subjected to this flow control ordinance and who may be required to use the Eells Hill Transfer Station under a required use order are the following: a. Any local unit of government, occupant of single family or multifamily residence, retail business, commercial business or industry or any other legally recognized entity located in or collecting solid waste within Mason County. (5) Tipping Fees/Rates and Charges. The tipping fee to be charged to the required users of the Facility shall be payable to Mason County and set by the Consumer Price Index (CPI-U) for the Mason County solid waste transfer station (Eells Hill Transfer Station). The rates are available at the Mason County Public Works Solid Waste Division and can be found at the Utilities and Waste Management/Solid Waste Division website. (6) Effective Period. The effective period for enforcement of this municipal waste flow control ordinance shall be from April 1, 2020, through December 31, 2030. The effective date of this solid waste flow control ordinance is April 1, 2020. (7) Authorization. The Board of County Commissioners pursuant to Chapter 36.58.040 RCW of the Washington State Legislature may establish by ordinance a system or systems of solid waste handling for all unincorporated areas of the county or portions thereof and designate disposal sites. (8) Exceptions to Required Use. Mason County has the right to designate alternate disposal sites when the Public Works Director or Deputy Director finds it necessary for the immediate preservation of the public health and/or safety that additional or alternative disposal sites be designated on an temporary operational or emergency basis, the Director of Community Services may approve additional disposal sites upon notification to the Chair of the Board of such temporary operational need or emergency. CONTRACT NO. INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT BETWEEN KITSAP COUNTY AND MASON COUNTY REGARDING SOLID WASTE COMMERCIAL FLOW CONTROL This agreement is executed between Kitsap County ("Kitsap") and Mason County ("Mason") implementing commercial solid waste flow control within Mason County; requiring Mason County Garbage to haul to Eells Hill Transfer Station rather than Kitsap. BACKGROUND WHEREAS, RCW 36.58.040 allows Mason County to designate disposal sites when a private hauler is collecting in a geographic area lying in more than one county; and WHEREAS, Chapter 70.95 RCW, a County may designate a disposal site or sites for all solid waste collected in the unincorporated areas pursuant to the provision of the Comprehensive Solid Waste Management Plan. WHEREAS, Mason County Solid Waste Management Plan states the need to "evaluate the physical and economic impacts of implementing flow control at Mason County solid waste facilities" and "to keep waste currently going to other counties in the Mason County system". WHEREAS, Mason County owns and operates the Eells Hill Transfer Station and the Union, Belfair and Hoodsport drop off facilities, and WHEREAS, the County exports solid waste collected from all facilities, by contract, from the Eells Hill Transfer Station by truck to Chehalis and from there by rail transportation to the Roosevelt Regional Landfill. WHEREAS, Mason County Garbage currently hauls four to five thousand tons of commercial/residential solid waste from the northern outskirts of Mason County to Kitsap County's facility; and WHEREAS, Mason County would like to implement commercial flow control, requiring all commercial/residential solid waste disposed of at the Eells Hill Transfer Station; and WHEREAS, implementing commercial flow control will result in an annual increase in revenues to the Solid Waste Division that may be used to improve county solid waste facilities and operations; and WHEREAS; Washington State Department of Ecology's guidance on flow control to local governments is to use authority to direct moderate solid waste to certain facilities to use as a tool to ensure financial sustainability; and WHEREAS, Kitsap and Mason County have came to an agreement that establishing commercial flow control will benefit both county facilities, reduces capacity issues for Kitsap and creates more revenue for Mason; and WHEREAS, Mason finds it is in the best interest of their citizens and the county to enter into an interlocal agreement pursuant to RCW 39.34 regarding commercial flow control in Mason County; and WHEREAS, Kitsap and Mason are authorized to enter into Interlocal Agreements pursuant to Chapter 39.34 RCW; NOW THEREFORE, the parties mutually agree as follows: The recitals are hereby incorporated into the Agreement by this reference. Kitsap will no longer allow commercial waste from Mason unless requested in writing by Mason for emergency relief and agreed upon by both parties. This Agreement shall commence on and shall extend through December 31, 2029. The parties may agree to extend this Agreement for 10-years by amendment as set forth below. Mason County may terminate this Agreement whenever Mason determines, in its sole discretion that such termination is in the best interests of Mason County. Termination of this Agreement by Mason at any time during the term, whether for default or convenience, shall not constitute a breach of this Agreement. Mason and Kitsap agree to defend, indemnify and hold harmless each other, at their sole expense, including attorneys' fees, from and against any and all claims, demands, losses, damages, liabilities, and expenses of any nature whatsoever, including, but not limited to personal injury or property damage, arising out of the performance of this Agreement, whether the demand, loss or claim is due to the negligence of either Mason, or Kitsap, or of their elected and appointed officials, officers, employees and agents, except for injury or damages caused by the sole negligence or willful misconduct of either Kitsap or Mason, its elected or appointed officials, officers, employees or agents. This Agreement may be amended only upon the written agreement of the parties executed with the same formalities required for the execution of this Agreement. There will be a review process to evaluate the physical and economic impacts if an extension is desired. This Agreement shall be filed with the Mason County Auditor pursuant to RCW 39.34 or, alternatively, listed by subject on Mason's website. Any notices shall be mailed to: For Kitsap County: For Mason County: Kitsap County Public Works Mason County Public Works Department Solid Waste Division Utilities and Waste Management Division 614 Division Street, MS-27 100 W Public Works Drive Port Orchard, Washington 98366 Shelton, Washington 98584 Attn: Patricia Campbell Attn: Loretta Swanson DATED this day , 2019 DATED this day , 2019 BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS MASON COUNTY, WASHINGTON KITSAP COUNTY, WASHINGTON KEVIN SHUTTY, Chair EDWARD E. WOLFE, Chair SHARON TRASK, Commissioner CHARLOTTE GARRIDO, Commissioner RANDY NEATHERLIN, Commissioner ROBERT GELDER, Commissioner ATTEST: ATTEST: Melissa Drewry, Clerk of the Board Dana Daniels, Clerk of the Board Approved as to form: Approved as to form by the Kitsap County Tim Whitehead, Chief DPA Prosecuting Attorney's Office MASON COUNTY AGENDA ITEM SUMMARY FORM TO: BOARD OF MASON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS From: Diane Sheesley, County Engineer Action Agenda DEPARTMENT: Public Works EXT: 450 COMMISSION MEETING DATE: January 7, 2020 Agenda Item # /0.3 BRIEFING DATE: November 25, 2019 BRIEFING PRESENTED BY: Loretta Swanson and Diane Sheesley [] ITEM WAS NOT PREVIOUSLY BRIEFED WITH THE BOARD Please provide explanation of urgency: ITEM: Franchise Agreement Applications for Multiple Water Systems—Hearing BACKGROUND: This is the second in a series of"bundled" water system franchise agreement renewals. The agreements include updated franchise language with a provision for automatic renewal for up to three 10-year terms. The second set of water systems that have re-applied for franchise agreements and to be considered include: Emerald Lake Community Club, Inc. Clifton Beach Tracts Co-Op Water Association Lake Christine Community Club Kamilche Shores Community Association Lakeland Village Water Company Paradise Service Association PUD #1 Tahuya River Valley Water District Timberlake Community Club BUDGET IMPACT: Applications are not considered "new"and applicants have paid $300 for each re-application or renewal of their respective franchises. PUBLIC OUTREACH: The public will be notified through the normal public hearing notice process. Public Works Staff has communicated with the water districts and systems via email, phone call, and/or letter through their boards and/or committees. REQUESTED ACTION: Recommend the Board approve the franchise agreement applications between Mason County and Emerald Lake Community Club, Inc., Clifton Beach Tracts Co-Op Water Association, Lake Christine Community Club, Kamilche Shores Community Association, Lakeland Village Water Company, Paradise Service Association, PUD #1, Tahuya River Valley Water District and Timberlake Community Club, granting permission to run the utility lines under and across county road rights of way. Attachments: 1. Franchise Agreements IN THE MATTER OF THE APPLICATION OF Emerald Lake Community Club Inc. FOR A FRANCHISE PERMIT TO CONSTRUCT, OPERATE, AND MAINTAIN Water System and Appurtenances. UTILITY FACILITIES, OVER,ALONG AND UNDER COUNTY ROADS AND HIGHWAYS LOCATED IN MASON COUNTY, WASHINGTON Application of(Name of oneraror) Emerald Lake Community Club Inc., doing business in Washington as, Emerald Lake Community Club Inc., with its principal offices located at P.O. BOX 364 Gig Harbor, WA 98335 by and through(person authorized to act for and on behalf of applicant)Janet Biggs; HOA Solutions,for a franchise to construct,operate and maintain(description of type) Water System utility facilities in, over, along and under county roads and highways in Mason County, Washington, as set forth in attached Exhibit `B" (Franchise Area), having come on regularly for hearing before the County Commissioners of Mason County, Washington, on the day of 20 , at the hour of , under the provisions of RCW 36.55, RCW 80.32.010 and RCW 80.36.040,and it appearing to the Board that notice of said hearing has been duly given as required by law, and that it is in the public interest to allow the franchise herein granted; NOW THEREFORE, IT IS ORDERED that a non-exclusive franchise be,and the same is hereby given and granted to Operator, and its successors and assigns,hereinafter referred to as the Franchisee, for a period of 10 years with automatic renewal at the end of each term of 10 years unless either party gives the other written notice of termination at least 30 days prior to the end of the relevant term. (no more than ten years each term and can only be renewed 3 times) from and after the date of the entry of this order for the purposes, at the location(s), and upon the express terms and conditions as described herein. I. DEFINITIONS For the purposes of this franchise,terms,phrases,words,and their derivations not defined herein that are defined in Title 12 of the Mason County Code or the Manual on Accommodating Utilities in the Mason County Right-of-Way published by the County Engineer(the"Manual"),shall have the same meaning or be interpreted as provided in Title 12 of the Mason County Code or the Manual. Words not defined here, in Title 12 of the Mason County Code or the Manual shall have their ordinary meaning. A reference to Title 12 of the Mason County Code or the Manual refers to the same as may be amended, revised,updated,re-enacted or re-codified from time to time. II. GRANT The County of Mason hereby grants to the Franchisee a non-exclusive franchise which, once it becomes effective shall authorize the Franchisee to enter upon the road rights-of-way located within the Franchise Area identified in attached Exhibit`B", for the purpose of installing, 1 constructing,maintaining, repairing, replacing, adjusting, relocating and operating the utility facilities, which grant shall be limited to the following described purpose(s): Water System and appurtenances. Such grant is subject to and must be exercised in strict accordance with and subject to this franchise, Title 12 of the Mason County Code, the Manual and all applicable laws, rules, regulations and ordinances. Franchisee's exercise of any rights granted pursuant to the franchise is subject to the exercise of the County's police powers,and other regulatory powers as it may have or obtain in the future. No rights shall pass to the franchisee by implication. This franchise does not include permission to enter into or upon the road rights-of-way for any purposes others than the purposes expressly described herein. Permittee has a duty to notify the County of any change in use or condition of the utility facilities that may affect the status of the utility facilities or the impact of the utility facilities upon the road rights-of-way. III. UTILITY PERMIT REQUIRED Franchisee shall not commence or perform work(hereafter"Work")to install,construct,maintain repair, replace adjust, connect, disconnect, rebuild, or relocate its utility facilities within the road rights-of-way,without first applying for,paying all associated fees,and obtaining a utility permit as required pursuant to Title 12 of the Mason County Code. In any utility permit so issued,the County may impose,as a condition of the granting the utility permit,such conditions and regulations as may be necessary for the protection,preservation and management of the road rights-of-way,including, by way of example and not limitation, for the purpose of protecting any structures in the road rights-of-way, maintaining proper distance from other utilities, ensuring the proper restoration of such road rights-of-way and structures,and for the protection of the County and the public and the continuity of pedestrian and vehicular traffic. Franchisee shall first file with the County Engineer its application for a utility permit to do such Work together with plans and specifications in triplicate showing at a minimum: A. The position,depth and location of all such utility facilities sought to be constructed,laid, installed or erected at that time,showing their relative position to existing county roads,rights-of-way or other county property upon plans drawn to scale,hereinafter collectively referred to as the"map of definite location; B. The class and type of material and equipment to be used, manner of excavation, construction,installation,backfill,erection of temporary structures,erection of permanent structures, traffic control,traffic turnouts and road obstructions; C. The manner in which the utility facility is to be installed; D. Measures to be taken to preserve safe and free flow of traffic; E. Structural integrity of the roadway, bridge,or other structure; 2 F. Specifications for the restoration of the county road,right-of-way or other county property in the event that the road right of way will be disturbed by the Work; and G. Provision for ease of future road maintenance and appearance of the roadway. Provision shall be made for known or planned expansion of the utility facilities,particularly those located underground or attached to bridges or other structures within the road right-of-way. The location, alignment and depth of the utility facilities shall conform with said map of definite location,except in instances in which deviation may be allowed thereafter in writing by the County Engineer pursuant to application by Franchisee. All such Work shall be subject to the approval of and shall pass the inspection of the County Engineer.The Franchisee shall pay all costs of and expenses incurred in the examination,inspection and approval of such work on account of granting the said utility permits. IV. RESTORATION OF ROAD RIGHT OF WAY In any Work which disturbs or causes damage to the road rights-of-way subject to this franchise, public or private property, the Franchisee shall at its own expense and with all convenient speed, complete the work to repair and restore the county road right-of-way, or the public or private property so disturbed or damaged, and leave the same in as good or better condition as before the Work was commenced,to the reasonable satisfaction of the County Engineer. The Franchisee shall pay all costs of and expenses incurred in the examination, inspection and approval of such restoration or repair. The County Commissioners and/or County Engineer may at any time do,order or have done any and all work that they consider necessary to restore to a safe condition such County road right-of-way or other County property left by the Franchisee or its agents in a condition dangerous to life or property, and the Franchisee, upon demand, shall pay to the County all costs of such work. V. FRANCHISEE WORK IN RIGHT OF WAY Franchisee expressly agrees and understands that,with regard to Work within the road rights-of-way: A. All of Franchisee's utility facilities and Work within the road rights-of-way or other County property shall be in compliance with the provisions of Title 12 MCC, the Manual, the administrative regulations adopted by the County Engineer,other County established requirements for placement of utility facilities in road rights-of-way, including the specific location of utility facilities in the road rights-of-way, and all applicable laws, rules,regulations and ordinances; B. In preparing plans and specifications for Work of utility facilities in the road rights-of- way the Franchisee shall use the Manual. Prior to commencement of work in the road rights-of-way, 3 Franchisee shall submit such plans and specifications to the Mason County Engineer for review and approval together with adequate exhibits depicting existing or proposed location of the utility facility in relation to the road, including right-of-way or easement lines; relationship to currently planned road revisions,if applicable;and all locations and situations for which deviations in depth of cover (including the proposed method of protection) or other locational standards that are anticipated; C. All Work to utility facilities located within the road rights-of-way or other county property subject to this franchise shall be done in such a manner as not to interfere, other than in ways approved by the County, with the construction, operation and maintenance of other utilities, public or private, drains, drainage ditches and structures, irrigation ditches and structures, located therein,nor with the grading or improvements of such County roads,rights-of-way or other County property; D. The owners and operators of all utility facilities (public or private) installed in the Franchise Area or other county property prior in time to the utility facilities of the Franchisee,shall have preference as to the alignment and location of such utilities so installed with respect to the Franchisee. Such preference shall continue in the event of the necessity of relocating or changing the grade of any such county road or right-of-way; E. Franchisee shall perform the Work and operate its utility facilities in a manner that minimizes interference with the use of the road rights-of-way by others,including others that may be installing utility facilities; and F. The County may require that Franchisee's utility facilities be installed at a particular time, at a specific place,or in a particular manner as a condition of access to a particular road right-of-way; may deny access if a Franchisee is not willing to comply with the County's requirements; and may remove, or require removal of, any utility facility that is not installed in compliance with the requirements established by the County,or which is installed without prior County approval of the time, place, or manner of installation and charge the Franchisee for all the costs associated with removal; and may require Franchisee to cooperate with others to minimize adverse impacts on the road rights-of-way through joint trenching and other arrangements. G. The County may inspect the utility facilities at any time reasonable under the circumstances to ensure compliance with this franchise and applicable law,including to ensure that the utility facilities are constructed and maintained in a safe condition. If an unsafe condition is found to exist,the County,in addition to taking any other action permitted under applicable law,may order the Franchisee, in writing, to make the necessary repairs and alterations specified therein forthwith to correct the unsafe condition on a time-table established by the County which is reasonable in light of the unsafe condition. The County has the right to correct,inspect,administer, and repair the unsafe condition if the Franchisee fails to do so, and to charge the Franchisee therefore. The right of the County to conduct such inspections and order or make repairs shall not be construed to create an obligation therefore,and such obligation to construct and maintain its utility facilities in a safe condition shall at all times remain the sole obligation of the Franchisee. 4 H. When required by the County,Franchisee shall make information available to the public regarding any work involving the ongoing installation,construction,adjustment,relocation,repair or maintenance of its utility facilities sufficient to show(1)the nature of the work being performed; (2)where it is being performed; (3) its estimated completion date; and(4)progress to completion. I. FRANCHISEE IS PLACED ON NOTICE THAT FIBER OPTIC,COMMUNICATIONS, POWER, CONTROL SYSTEMS, OTHER TYPES OF CABLES, AND PIPELINES MAY BE BURIED ON THE RIGHT OF WAY. Before beginning any underground work, Franchisee will contact the appropriate personnel to have such facilities located and make arrangements as to protective measures that must be adhered to prior to the commencement of any work within the Road rights-of-way. In addition to the liability terms elsewhere in this Agreement, Franchisee shall indemnify and hold the County and its elected and appointed officers, employees and agents harmless against and from all cost,liability,and expense whatsoever(including,without limitation, attorney's fees and court costs and expenses)arising out of or in any way contributed to by any act or omission of Franchisee, its contractor,agents and/or employees,that cause or in any way or degree contribute to (1) any damage to or destruction of any such facilities by Franchisee, and/or its contractor, agents and/or employees, on the County's property, (2)any injury to or death of any person employed by or on behalf of any entity,and/or its contractor,agents and/or employees,on the road rights-of-way,and/or(3)any claim or cause of action for alleged loss of profits or revenue,or loss of service, by a customer or user of services or products of such company(ies) (collectively "Liabilities" for purposes of this Section V.I). The only Liabilities with respect to which Franchisee's obligation to indemnify the County and its elected and appointed officers,employees and agents does not apply are Liabilities to the extent arising out of,caused by or resulting from the negligence of the County, and its elected and appointed officers, employees and agents and Liabilities that by law the County and its elected and appointed officers,employees and agents for which the County cannot be indemnified. J. Franchisee shall continuously be a member of the State of Washington one number locator service under RCW 19.122, or an approved equivalent, and shall comply with all such applicable rules and regulations. K. Except in the event of emergency as described below,Franchisee and its Agents may not enter upon the Franchise Area to perform work for which a utility permit is not required,unless and except upon two-business days notice to the County Engineer. L. In the event of an emergency involving the threat of imminent harm to persons or property,and for purposes of taking immediate corrective action,Franchisee and its agents may enter the Franchise Area without advance notice to the County as long as such entry is for the sole purpose of addressing the emergency; provided however,that if any entry for such purposes would require issuance of a utility permit,Franchisee shall give the County verbal or telephonic notice of the places where and the manner in which entry is required prior to such entry,promptly followed by written notice. In all cases,notice to the County shall be given as far in advance as practical prior to entry or as soon as practicable after entry upon the road right-of-Way. M. Franchisee shall promptly reimburse the County for their reasonable and direct costs 5 incurred in responding to an emergency that is caused, created by or attributable to the presence, construction,maintenance,repair,or operation of the Franchisees utility facilities in the road rights- of-way. N. If,during installation,construction,relocation,realignment,adjustment,maintenance,or repair of the Franchisee's utility facilities in the road rights-of-way,Franchisee or its agents discover scientific or historic artifacts,Franchisee shall immediately notify the County of said discovery and shall protect such artifacts in a manner as specified by the County. Any such artifact shall be the property of the County if the County wishes to own it. VI. PROTECTION OF PUBLIC All work done under this franchise shall be done in a thorough and workman-like manner. In the performance of Work within or near the road rights-of-way, including without limitation, the opening of trenches and the tunneling under county roads,rights-of way or other county property,the Franchisee shall leave such trenches, ditches and tunnels in such a way as to interfere as little as possible with public travel and shall take all due and necessary precautions to guard the same,so that damage or injury shall not occur or arise by reason of such Work; and where any of such trenches, ditches and tunnels are left open at night,the Franchisee shall place warning lights,barricades and other appropriate protective devices at such a position as to give adequate warning of such Work. The Franchisee shall be liable for any injury to person or persons or damage to property sustained arising out of its carelessness or neglect,or through any failure or neglect to properly guard or give warning of any trenches, ditches or tunnels dug or maintained by the Franchisee. VII. POLICE POWERS The County of Mason,in granting this franchise,does not waive any rights which it now has or may hereafter acquire with respect to county roads, rights-of-way or other county property and this franchise shall not be construed to deprive the county of any powers, rights or privileges which it now has or may hereafter acquire to regulate the use of and to control the county roads,rights-of-way and other county property covered by this franchise. The County retains the right to administer and regulate activities of the Franchisee up to the fullest extent of the law. The failure to reserve a particular right to regulate,or reference a particular regulation, shall not be interpreted by negative implication or otherwise to prevent the application of a regulation to the Franchisee. VIII. RELOCATION Franchisee shall, in the course of any Work, comply with the following requirements: A. The Franchisee shall, by a time specified by the County, protect, support, temporarily disconnect,relocate,or remove any of its utility facilities when required by the County by reason of traffic conditions;public safety;road right-of-way construction;road right-of-way repair(including resurfacing or widening);change of road right-of-way grade;construction, installation,or repair of 6 County-owned sewers,drains,water pipes,power lines,signal lines,tracks,communications system, other public work, public facility, or improvement of any government-owned utility; road right-of-way vacation;or for any other purpose where the County work involved would be aided by the removal or relocation of the utility facilities. Collectively,such matters are referred to below as the "public work." Franchisee acknowledges and understands that any delay by Franchisee in performing the herein described work may delay, hinder, or interfere with the work performed by the County and its contractors and subcontractors done in furtherance of such Public Work and result in damage to the County,including but not limited to,delay claims. Franchisee shall cooperate with the County and its contractors and subcontractors to coordinate such Franchisee work to accommodate the Public Work project and project schedules to avoid delay, hindrance of, or interference with the Public Work. The County of Mason shall make available to the Franchisee a copy of the Six Year Transportation Program and the County's annual construction program after adoption each year. It is anticipated these programs will aid the utility in planning construction programs. B. Franchisee has a duty to protect its utility facilities from work performed by the County within the road rights-of-way. The rights granted to the Franchisee herein do not preclude the County of Mason, its employees, contractors, subcontractors, and agents from blasting, grading, excavating, or doing other necessary road work contiguous to Franchisee's utility facilities; providing that, the Franchisee shall be given a minimum of forty-eight (48) hours notice of said blasting or other work in order that the Franchisee may protect its utility facilities. C. In the event of an emergency,or where the utility facility creates or is contributing to an imminent danger to health, safety, or property, the County may protect, support, temporarily disconnect,remove,or relocate any or all parts of the utility facility without prior notice,and charge the Franchisee for costs incurred. D. If any Person that is authorized to place facilities in the road right of way requests the Franchisee to protect, support,temporarily disconnect,remove,or relocate the Franchisee's utility facilities to accommodate the construction,operation,or repair of the facilities of such other person, the Franchisee shall,after 30 days'advance written notice,take action to effect the necessary changes requested;provided that,if such project is related to or competes with Franchisee's service,or if the effect of such changes would be to permanently deprive Franchisee of the beneficial enjoyment of this franchise for its intended purposes through interference with the operation of Franchisee's utility facilities or otherwise, Franchisee shall not be required to relocate its utility facilities. Unless the matter is governed by a valid contract or a state or federal law or regulation, or unless the Franchisee's utility facilities were not properly installed, the reasonable cost of the same shall be borne by the Person requesting the protection, support, temporary disconnection, removal, or relocation at no charge to the County,even if the County makes the request for such action. E. The Franchisee shall, on the request of any person holding a valid permit issued by a 7 governmental authority, temporarily raise or lower its wires to permit the moving of buildings or other objects. The expense of such temporary removal or raising or lowering of wires shall be paid by the person requesting the same. The County of Mason will accept liability for direct and actual damages to said Franchisee that are the result of the negligence of Mason County, its trustees, officers, employees, contractors, subcontractors or agents while performing County improvement or Public Works projects enumerated in the original franchise agreement under Section VIII,paragraph B. Direct and actual damages are specifically limited to physical damage to properly installed and located infrastructure of the Franchisee and the cost to repair such physical damage. Mason County retains the right to assert all applicable defenses in the event of a dispute including contributory negligence on the part of the Franchisee. Mason County shall in no way be liable for incidental damages claimed to arise from such actions. All Work to be performed by the Franchisee under this section shall pass the inspection of the County Engineer. The Franchisee shall pay all costs of and expenses incurred in the examination, inspection and approval of such work. IX. PRESERVATION OF MONUMENTS/MARKERS Before any work is performed under this franchise which may affect any existing monuments or markers of any nature relating to subdivisions,plats,roads and all other surveys,the Franchisee shall reference all such monuments and markers. The reference points shall be so located that they will not be disturbed during the Franchisee's operations under this franchise. The method of referencing these monuments or other points to be referenced shall be approved by the County Engineer. The replacement of all such monuments or markers disturbed during construction shall be made as expeditiously as conditions permit,and as directed by the County Engineer. The cost of monuments or other markers lost, destroyed, or disturbed, and the expense of replacement by approved monuments shall be borne by the Franchisee. A complete set of reference notes for monument and other ties shall be filed with the office of the Mason County Engineer. X. VACATION OF ROAD RIGHT-OF-WAY If at any time the County shall vacate any County road,right-of-way or other County property which is subject to rights granted by this franchise and said vacation shall be for the purpose of acquiring the fee or other property interest in said road, right-of-way or other county property for the use of Mason County,in either its proprietary or governmental capacity,then the Board of Mason County Commissioners may, at its option, and by giving thirty (30)days written notice to the Franchisee, terminate this franchise with reference to such county road,right-of-way or other county property so vacated, and the County of Mason shall not be liable for any damages or loss to the Franchisee by reason of such termination. It has been the practice of Mason County to reserve easements for utilities at the time of road vacation,and will continue to be the practice until such time the Board of 8 Mason County Commissioners direct a change of practice. XI. FINANCIAL SECURITY A. Insurance Except as otherwise provided herein,Franchisee shall maintain for itself and the County,throughout the entire period any part of Franchisee's utility facilities are located in the Franchise Area, adequate insurance to protect the Parties and their elected and appointed officers, agents,employees against all of County's and Franchisee's liability arising out of Franchisee's use and occupancy of the Franchise Area or any part thereof. This obligation shall require the Franchisee to maintain insurance at least in the following amounts: 1. COMMERCIAL GENERAL LIABILITY insurance to cover liability, bodily injury, and property damage. The Commercial General Liability insurance shall be written on an occurrence basis, with an aggregate limit location endorsement for the Franchise Area, and shall provide coverage for any and all costs, including defense costs, and losses and damages resulting from personal injury, bodily injury and death, property damage, products liability and completed operations. Such insurance shall include blanket contractual coverage, including coverage for the Franchise as now or hereafter amended and specific coverage for the indemnity provisions set forth herein. Coverage must be written with the following limits of liability: Bodily and Personal Injury& Prope11y Damage $ 1,000,000 per Occurrence $ 2,000,000 aggregate 2 WORKERS' COMPENSATION insurance shall be maintained to comply with statutory limits for all employees,and in the case any work is sublet,the Franchisee shall require its contractors and subcontractors similarly to provide workers' compensation insurance for all the employees. The Franchisee shall also maintain, during the life of this policy, employer's liability insurance;provided that this obligation shall not apply to any time period during which Franchisee has no employees. The following minimum limits must be maintained: Workers' Compensation Statutory Employer's Liability $ 1,000,000 each occurrence 3.COMPREHENSIVE AUTO LIABILITY insurance shall include owned,hired,and non-owned vehicles operated by Franchisee employees on an occurrence basis with coverage of at least$2,000,000 per occurrence. If the Franchisee, its contractors,or subcontractors do not have the required insurance,the County may require such entities to stop operations until the insurance is obtained and approved. Certificates of Insurance reflecting evidence of the required insurance and approved by the County's Risk Manager for the GENERAL LIABILITY policies described above,shall be sent to the County's 9 risk manager. The certificate shall be filed with the acceptance of the franchise, and annually thereafter, and as provided below. All coverage shall be listed all on one certificate with the same expiration dates. The certificates shall contain a provision that coverages afforded under these policies will not be canceled until at least 30 days'prior written notice has been given to the County. In the event that the insurance certificate provided indicates that the insurance shall terminate or lapse during the period of the franchise,then, in that event,the Franchisee shall furnish,at least 30 days prior to the expiration of the date of such insurance,a renewed certificate of insurance as proof that equal and like coverage has been or will be obtained prior to any such lapse or termination during the balance of the period of the franchise. The County reserves the right, during the term of the franchise, to require any other insurance coverage or adjust the policy limits as it deems reasonably necessary utilizing sound risk management practices and principals based upon the loss exposures. Each insurance policy required pursuant to this franchise shall be primary and non-contributing as respects any coverage maintained by the County and shall include an endorsement reflecting the same. Any other coverage maintained by County shall be excess of this coverage herein defined as primary and shall not contribute with it. The certificate of insurance must reflect that the above wording is included in all such policies. Each insurance policy obtained pursuant to this franchise shall be issued by financially sound insurers who may lawfully do business in the State of Washington with a financial rating at all times during coverage of no less than rating of"A" and a class of"X" or better in the latest edition of "Best's Key Rating Guide"published by A.M.Best Company,or such other financial rating or rating guide approved in writing by the County's risk manager. In the event that at any time during coverage,the insurer does not meet the foregoing standards,Franchisee shall give prompt notice to the County and shall seek coverage from an insurer that meets the foregoing standards. The County reserves the right to change the rating or the rating guide depending upon the changed risks or availability of other suitable and reliable rating guides. Comprehensive general liability insurance policies and coverage obtained pursuant to this franchise shall include an endorsement(standard ISO form CG 24-17)deleting all exclusions for work or incidents occurring within any distance from a railroad track or railroad property, or on, over, or under a railroad track. Insurance policies required pursuant to this franchise shall have no non-standard exclusions unless approved of by the County Risk Manager or designee. Commercial general liability insurance policies obtained pursuant to this franchise shall name the County as an additional insured without limitation,pursuant to an endorsement approved of by the 10 County's Risk Manager or designee. Franchisee and Franchisee's Contractors' insurers, through policy endorsement, shall waive their rights of subrogation against the County for all claims and suits. The certificate of insurance must reflect this waiver of subrogation rights endorsement. Commercial General Liability Insurance policies and coverage required herein of public utility operators may include a reasonable deductible or self-insured retention;provided,however,that as to any Loss or Damage covered as provided herein, if Franchisee elects to include any deductible or self-insured retention,Franchisee shall itself directly cover,in lieu of insurance,any and all County liabilities that would otherwise in accordance with the provisions of this Franchise be covered by Franchisee's insurance if Franchisee elected not to include a deductible or self-insured retention. Such direct coverage by Franchisee shall be in an amount equal to the amount of Franchisee's actual deductible or self-insured retention. Franchisee shall be required to provide a certification of self- insurance retention to the county in a form and content acceptable to the county engineer. B. Performance/Payment Bond. At the same time Franchisee provides its acceptance of this Franchise, the Franchisee shall, if required by the County Engineer, provide a performance and payment bond to ensure the full and faithful performance of all of its responsibilities under this franchise and applicable rules, regulations and ordinances, including, by way of example, but not limited to,its obligations to relocate and remove its utility facilities,to restore the road rights-of-way and other property when damaged or disturbed, and to reimburse the County for its costs. The amount of the performance and payment bond shall be for ZERO ($0). The amount of the bond,or cash deposit as described below, may be adjusted by the County every five years from the date of execution of this franchise,to take into account cumulative inflation or increased risks to the County. The Franchisee may be required to obtain additional bonds in accordance with the County's ordinary practices. The bond shall be in a form with terms and conditions acceptable to the County and reviewed and approved by the County Engineer. The bond shall be with a surety with a rating no less than "A V in the latest edition of"Bests Key Rating Guide," published by A.M. Best Guide. The Franchisee shall pay all premiums or costs associated with maintaining the bond,and shall keep the same in full force and effect at all times.If Franchisee fails to provide or maintain the bond,then the County,in its sole discretion,may require Franchisee to substitute an equivalent cash deposit as described below in lieu of the bond. Franchisee, may at its election or upon order by the County, substitute an equivalent cash deposit instead of a performance and payment bond. This cash deposit shall ensure the full and faithful performance of all of Franchisee's responsibilities hereto under this Permit and all applicable laws, rules, regulations or ordinances. This includes, but is not limited to, its obligations to relocate or remove its facilities, restore the road rights-of-way and other property to their original condition, reimbursing the County for its costs, and keeping Franchisee's insurance in full force. The County shall notify Franchisee in writing, by certified mail, of any default and shall give Franchisee thirty(3 0)days from the date of such notice to cure any such default. In the event that the 11 Franchisee fails to cure such default to the satisfaction of the County,the County may,at its option, forfeit the entire amount of the cash deposit or draw upon the cash deposit up to the amount of the County's costs incurred to cure Franchisee's default. Upon the County's cure of Franchisee's default, the County shall notify Franchisee in writing of such cure. In the event that the County draws upon the cash deposit or forfeits the same, Franchisee shall thereupon replenish the cash deposit to the full amount as specified herein or provide a replacement performance and payment bond. Before any Work commences in the road right-of-way,the County Engineer may require the operator to provide a performance and payment bond for each separate project in an amount to be determined by the County Engineer, but not less than five hundred dollars, written by a surety company acceptable to the County Risk Manager and authorized to do business in the state of Washington. The purpose of the bond is to insure completion of construction, including the restoration of surfacing,slopes,slope treatment,topsoil,landscape treatment,and drainage facilities,and cleanup of rights-of-way, and payment of costs incurred by the County to enforce the requirements of this Chapter. The performance and payment bond shall be in place for a period ending not more than one year after the date of completion. A project specific performance bond shall not be required in the event that the franchisee has in place a blanket performance bond and, when required, a payment bond, maintained pursuant to the requirements of this franchise. A performance and payment bond for work in the road right-of-way will not be required of the United States Government or any of its agencies or of any municipal corporation or department of the state of Washington and its local subdivisions. C. Limitation of Liability. To the fullest extent permitted by law,the Franchisee shall,and shall cause its contractor(s) to release, indemnify, defend and hold harmless the county and the county's legal representatives,officer(elected or),appointed)employees and agents(collectively, "indemnitees") for,from and against any and all claims, liabilities,fines,penalties,cost,damages, losses, liens, causes of action, suits, demands, judgments and expenses (including, without limitations, court costs, attorneys' fees and costs of investigation, removal and remediation and governmental oversight costs),Environmental or otherwise(collectively"liabilities")of any nature, kind, or description,of any person or entity,directly or indirectly,arising out of,resulting from,or related to(in whole or in part): 1. this franchise; 2. any rights or interests granted pursuant to this franchise; 3. franchisee's occupation and use of the road right of way; 12 4. franchisee's operation of its utility facilities; 5. the presence of utility facilities within the right of way; 6. the environmental condition and status of the road right-of-way caused by, aggravated by,or contributed to, in whole or in part, by franchisee or its agents; or 7. The acts,errors,or omissions of third parties when arising out of the installation, construction,adjustment,relocation,replacement,removal,or maintenance of such third party utility facilities within the road rights-of-way when such work is performed under authority of the operator's utility permit or at the direction or under the control of the operator; or 8. any act or omission of franchisee or franchisee's agents; The only liabilities with respect to which franchisee's obligation to indemnify the indemnitees do not apply are liabilities to the extent arising out of, caused by or resulting from the negligence of the county, its officers, agents, employees or contractors and liabilities that by law the indemnities cannon be indemnified for. Upon written notice from the county,franchisee agrees to assume the defense of any lawsuit or other proceeding brought against any indemnitee by any entity, relating to any matter covered by this franchise for which franchisee has an obligation to assume liability for and/or save and hold harmless any indemnitee.Franchisee shall pay all cost incident to such defense,including,but not limited to, attorneys' fees,investigators'fees,litigation and appeal expenses,settlement payments and amounts paid in satisfaction of judgments. Franchisee will fully satisfy said judgment within ninety(90)days after said suit or action shall have finally been determined if determined adversely to Mason County. Upon the Franchisee's failure to satisfy said judgment within the ninety (90) day period, this franchise shall at once cease and terminate. Acceptance by the County of any Work performed by the Franchisee at the time of completion shall not be grounds for avoidance of this covenant. XII. FRANCHISE NONEXCLUSIVE This franchise shall not be deemed to be an exclusive franchise. It shall in no manner prohibit the County of Mason from granting other utilities under,along,across,over and upon any of the County roads,rights-of-way or other County property subject to this franchise and shall in no way prevent or prohibit the County of Mason from constructing, altering, maintaining or using any of said roads, rights-of-way,drainage structures or facilities,irrigation structures or facilities,or any other county property or affect its jurisdiction over them or any part of them with full power to make all necessary changes,relocations, repairs,maintenance,etc.,the same as the county may deem fit. XIII. SUCCESSORS AND ASSIGNS 13 All the provisions,conditions,regulations and requirements herein contained shall be binding upon the successors and assigns of the Franchisee,and all privileges,as well as all obligations and liability of the Franchisee, shall ensure to its successors and assigns equally as if they were specifically mentioned wherever the Franchisee is mentioned. Any reference in this franchise to a specifically named parry shall be deemed to apply to any successor, heir, administrator, executor or assign of such party who has acquired its interest in compliance with the terms of this franchise,or under law. XIV. TRANSFERIASSIGNMENT Franchisee may assign or transfer this franchise after prior written notice to County of Mason and assignee's written commitment,in a form and content approved by the County Prosecutor,delivered to County of Mason,that assignees shall thereafter be responsible for all obligations of Franchisee with respect to the franchise and guaranteeing performance under the terms and conditions of the franchise and that transferee will be bound by all the conditions of the franchise and will assume all the obligations of its predecessor. Such an assignment shall relieve the Franchisee of any further obligations under the franchise, including any obligations not fulfilled by Franchisee's assignee; provided that,the assignment shall not in any respect relieve the Franchisee,or any of its successors in interest,of responsibility for acts or omissions,known or unknown,or the consequences thereof, which acts or omissions occur prior to the time of the assignment. No franchise or master road use permit may be assigned or transferred without filing or establishing with the county the insurance certificates and performance bond as required pursuant to this franchise. XV. ANNEXATION Whenever any of the County roads, rights-of-way or other county property as designated in this franchise,by reason of the subsequent incorporation of any town or city,or extension of the limits of any town or city, shall fall within the city or town limits and shall by operation of law or otherwise terminate in respect to the said roads,rights-of-way or other county property so included with city or town limits; this franchise shall continue in force and effect to all county roads, rights-of-way or other county property not so included in city or town limits. XVI. REVOCATION/REMEDIES A. Revocation. In addition the right to revoke this franchise as set forth in Title 12 of the Mason County Code, if the Franchisee shall willfully violate, or fail to comply with any of the provisions of this franchise through willful or unreasonable neglect or fail to heed or comply with any notice given the Franchisee under the provision of this grant, then Franchisee shall forfeit all rights conferred hereunder and this franchise may be revoked or annulled,after a public hearing by the Board of County Commissioners. The Franchisee shall not be relieved of any of its obligations to comply promptly with any provision of this franchise by reason of any failure of the County to enforce prompt compliance,and the County's failure to enforce shall not constitute a waiver of rights or acquiescence in the Licensee's conduct. 14 Subject to the required consent, adjudication, permission or authorization of a federal or state regulatory agency with jurisdiction over the subject matter, upon revocation of the franchise, the County may require the Franchisee to remove its utility facilities from any road rights-of-way,and restore such road right-of-way to its same or better condition as existed just prior to such removal,or de-commission and abandon such utility facilities in place in whole or in part and in a manner approved by the County Board of Commissioners. If the Franchisee fails to remove utility facilities that the County requires it to remove,the County may perform the work and collect the cost thereof from the Franchisee. The actual cost thereof,including direct and indirect administrative costs,shall be a lien upon all utility facilities of the Franchisee within the franchise Area effective upon filing of the lien with the Mason County Auditor. B. Remedies. The County has the right to exercise any and all of the following remedies, singly or in combination,in the event of Default. "Default"shall mean any failure of Franchisee or its agents to keep,observe,or perform any of Franchisee's or its agent's duties or obligations under this franchise: 1. Damages. Franchisee shall be liable for any and all damages incurred by County. 2. Specific Performance. County shall be entitled to specific performance of each and every obligation of Franchisee under this franchise without any requirement to prove or establish that County does not have an adequate remedy at law. Franchisee hereby waives the requirement of any such proof and acknowledges that County would not have an adequate remedy at law for Franchisee's commission of an Event of Default hereunder. 3. Injunction. County shall be entitled to restrain, by injunction, the actual or threatened commission or attempt of an Event of Default and to obtain a judgment or order specifically prohibiting a violation or breach of this Agreement without, in either case, being required to prove or establish that County does not have an adequate remedy at law. Franchisee hereby waives the requirement of any such proof and acknowledges that County would not have an adequate remedy at law for Franchisee's commission of an Event of Default hereunder. 4. Alternative Remedies. Neither the existence of other remedies identified in this franchise nor the exercise thereof shall be deemed to bar or otherwise limit the right of the County to commence an action for equitable or other relief, and/or proceed against Franchisee and any guarantor for all direct monetary damages, costs and expenses arising from the Default and to recover all such damages, costs and expenses, including reasonable attorneys' fees. Remedies are cumulative;the exercise of one shall not foreclose the exercise of others. XVII. SUBSEQUENT ACTION In the event that after this franchise becomes effective, (a) there is a change in the law which broadens the authority of the County of Mason or the Franchisee with respect to any act permitted or 15 authorized under this franchise; or (b)the County of Mason or the Franchisee believe that amendments to this franchise are necessary or appropriate, then the County of Mason and the Franchisee agree to enter into good faith negotiations to amend this franchise so as to enable the Parties to address, in a manner reasonably acceptable to all Parties, such change or other development which formed the basis for the negotiations. The Parties recognize that the purpose of the negotiations would be to preserve, to the maximum extent consistent with law, the scope and purpose of this franchise. Mason County reserves for itself the right at any time upon ninety (90) days written notice to the Franchisee, to so change, amend, modify or amplify any of the provisions or conditions herein enumerated to conform to any state statute or county regulation,relating to the public welfare,health, safety or highway regulation,as may hereafter be enacted,adopted or promulgated and this franchise may be terminated at such time a public hearing is held by the Board of County Commissioners,and the Franchisee's utility facilities are found not to be operated or maintained in accordance with such statute or regulation. XVIII. ACCEPTANCE Franchisee shall execute and return to the County of Mason a signed acceptance of the franchise granted hereunder. The acceptance shall be in the form of the acceptance attached hereto as Exhibit "A", and in accepting the franchise, Franchisee warrants that it has carefully read the terms and conditions of this franchise and accepts all of the terms and conditions of this franchise and agrees to abide by the same and acknowledges that it has relied upon its own investigation of all relevant facts, that it has had the assistance of counsel, that it was not induced to accept a franchise, that this franchise represents the entire agreement between the Franchisee and the County of Mason. In the event the Franchisee fails to submit the countersigned ordinance and acceptance as provided for herein within the time limits set forth in this section,the grant herein is and shall become null and void. XIX. MISCELLANEOUS PROVISIONS A. Controlling Law/Venue. Any disputes concerning the application or interpretation of any of the provisions of this franchise shall be governed by the laws of the State of Washington. Venue of any action or arbitration brought under this franchise shall be in Mason County,Washington or the Western District of Washington if an action is brought in federal court, provided, however, that venue of such action is legally proper. B. Liens. Franchisee shall promptly pay and discharge any and all liens arising out of any Work done, suffered or permitted to be done by Franchisee on any Franchise Area. C. Waiver. No waiver by either party of any provision of this franchise shall in any way impair the right of such party to enforce that provision for any subsequent breach, or County of Mason's right to enforce all other provisions of this franchise. 16 D. Attorney's Fees. If any action at law or in equity is necessary to enforce or interpret the terms of this franchise, the substantially prevailing Party or Parties shall be entitled to reasonable attorney's fees,costs and necessary disbursements in addition to any other relief to which such Party or Parties may be entitled. E. Amendment. This franchise may be amended only by a written contract signed by authorized representatives of Franchisee and County of Mason. F. Severability. If any provision of this franchise is held to be illegal, invalid or unenforceable under present or future laws,such provision will be fully severable and this franchise will be construed and enforced as if such illegal, invalid or unenforceable provision is not a part hereof,and the remaining provisions hereof will remain in full force and effect. In lieu of any illegal, invalid or unenforceable provision herein, there will be added automatically as a part of this franchise; a provision as similar in its terms to such illegal, invalid or unenforceable provision as may be possible and be legal,valid and enforceable. G. Joint and Several Liability. Franchisee acknowledges that, in any case in which Franchisee and Franchisee's Contractors are responsible under the terms of this franchise, such responsibility is joint and several as between Franchisee and any such Franchisee's Contractors; provided that,the Franchisee is not prohibited from allocating such liability as a matter of contract. H. Notices. Any notice contemplated, required, or permitted to be given under this franchise shall be sufficient if it is in writing and is sent either by: (a)registered or certified mail, return receipt requested;or(b)a nationally recognized overnight mail delivery service,to the Party and at the address specified below, except as such Party and address may be changed by providing notice to the other Party no less than thirty (30) days' advance written notice of such change in address. Franchisee: HOA Solutions P.O. BOX 364 Gig Harbor, WA 98335 Attn: Janet Biggs Grantor: County of Mason Public Works 100 Public Works Drive Shelton, WA 98584 I. Approvals. Nothing in this franchise shall be deemed to impose any duty or obligation upon the County of Mason to determine the adequacy or sufficiency of Franchisee's plans and specifications or to ascertain whether Franchisee's proposed or actual construction, testing, maintenance,repairs,replacement,relocation,adjustment or removal is adequate or sufficient or in 17 conformance with the plans and specifications reviewed by the County of Mason. No approval given, inspection made, review or supervision performed by the County of Mason pursuant to this franchise shall constitute or be construed as a representation or warranty express or implied by County of Mason that such item approved, inspected, or supervised, complies with laws, rules regulations or ordinances or this franchise or meets any particular standard,code or requirement,or is in conformance with the plans and specifications,and no liability shall attach with respect thereto. County and inspections as provided herein, are for the sole purpose of protecting the County of Mason's rights as the owner or manager of the road rights-of-way and shall not constitute any representation or warranty,express or implied,as to the adequacy of the design,construction,repair, or maintenance of the utility facilities, suitability of the Franchise Area for construction, maintenance,or repair of the utility facilities,or any obligation on the part of the County of Mason to insure that work or materials are in compliance with any requirements imposed by a governmental entity. County of Mason is under no obligation or duty to supervise the design, construction, installation, relocation, adjustment, realignment, maintenance, repair, or operation of the utility facilities. J. Force Majeure. Neither Party hereto shall be liable to the other Party for any failure to perform an obligation set forth herein to the extent such failure is caused by war,act of terrorism or an act of God, provided that such Party has made and is making all reasonable efforts to perform such obligation and minimize any and all resulting loss or damage. K. Construction. All pronouns and any variations thereof shall be deemed to refer to the masculine,feminine or neuter,singular or plural,as the identity of the Party or Parties may require. The provisions of this franchise shall be construed as a whole according to their common meaning, except where specifically defined herein,not strictly for or against any party and consistent with the provisions contained herein in order to achieve the objectives and purposes of this franchise. L. Incorporation by Reference. All exhibits annexed hereto at the time of execution of this franchise or in the future as contemplated herein, are hereby incorporated by reference as though fully set forth herein. M. Calculation of Time. All periods of time referred to herein shall include Saturdays, Sundays,and legal holidays in the State of Washington,except that if the last day of any period falls on any Saturday,Sunday,or legal holiday in the State of Washington,the period shall be extended to include the next day which is not a Saturday, Sunday, or legal holiday in the State of Washington. N. Entire Agreement. This franchise is the full and complete agreement of County of Mason and Franchisee with respect to all matters covered herein and all matters related to the use of the Franchise Area by Franchisee and Franchisee's Contractors,and this franchise supersedes any and all other agreements of the Parties hereto with respect to all such matters,including,without limitation, all agreements evidencing the franchise. O. No Recourse. Without limiting such immunities as the County or other persons may have 18 under applicable law,Franchisee shall have no monetary recourse whatsoever against the County or its officials, boards, commissions, agents, or employees for any loss or damage arising out of the County's exercising its authority pursuant to this Franchise or other applicable law. P. Responsibility for Costs. Except as expressly provided otherwise,any act that Franchisee is required to perform under this franchise shall be performed at its cost. If Franchisee fails to perform work that it is required to perform within the time provided for performance, the County may perform the work and bill the Franchisee. The Franchisee shall pay the amounts billed within 30 days. Q. Work of Contractors and Subcontractors. Work by contractors and subcontractors is subject to the same restrictions, limitations, and conditions as if the work was performed by the Franchisee. The Franchisee shall be responsible for all work performed by its contractors and subcontractors,and others performing work on its behalf,under its control,or under authority of its utility permit,as if the work were performed by it and shall ensure that all such work is performed in compliance with this franchise, Title 12 MCC, the Manual and other applicable law, and shall be jointly and severally liable for all damages and correcting all damage caused by them. It is the Franchisee's responsibility to ensure that contractors, subcontractors,or other Persons performing work on the Franchisee's behalf are familiar with the requirements of the franchise,Title 12 MCC, the Manual, and other applicable laws governing the work performed by them. R. Survival of Terms. Upon the expiration, termination, revocation or forfeiture of the franchise,the Franchisee shall no longer have the right to occupy the franchise area for the purpose of providing services authorized herein. However,the Franchisee's obligations under this franchise to the County shall survive the expiration, termination, revocation or forfeiture of these rights according to its terms for so long as the Franchisee's utility facilities shall remain in whole or in part in the road rights of way. By way of illustration and not limitation, Franchisee's obligations to indemnify, defend and hold harmless the County, provide insurance and a performance/payment bond pursuant to Section XI and Franchisee's obligation to relocate its utility facilities pursuant to Section VIII, shall continue in effect as to the Franchisee, notwithstanding any expiration, termination, revocation or forfeiture of the franchise, except to the extent that a County-approved transfer, sale,or assignment of the utility system is completed,and another entity has assumed full and complete responsibility for the utility system or for the relevant acts or omissions. S. Warranties. By acceptance of this franchise, Franchisee warrants: 1. That Franchisee has full right and authority to enter into and perform this Franchise in accordance with the terms hereof, and by entering into or performing this Franchise, Franchisee is not in violation of its charter or by-laws,or any law,regulation,or agreement by which it is bound or to which it is subject; and 2. That the execution,delivery,and performance of this Franchise by Franchisee has been duly authorized by all requisite Board/Commission action, that the signatories for Franchisee of the acceptance hereof are authorized to sign this Franchise,and that the joinder or consent of any other 19 party, including a court, trustee, or referee, is not necessary to make valid and effective the execution, delivery, and performance of this Franchise and acceptance. DATED at Shelton, Washington this day of 20_. BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS APPROVED: MASON COUNTY, WASHINGTON A. County Engineer Chair Approve as to form: Vice Chair z —? Chief D.P.A. Commissioner 20 Exhibit A ACCEPTANCE OF FRANCHISE Ordinance No. 115-06, effective November 14, 2006. I, O E/YN/5 am the of cr l ALS I� and am the authorized representative to accept the above-referenced franchise on behalf of C7 L(_ ,(_ I certify that this franchise and all tetras and conditions thereof are accepted by O_C�. 4�`� , without qualification or reservation. DATED thin day of 0 O / , 20 . FRANCHISEE By: 6rnWa.id. l A4 (&myAtina Ctu.b Its: i r Lu,vt,► 1�enn rs-mor Tax Id. No. STATE OF U jA�44 i tyc,1L tj ) )ss. COUNTY OF I certify that 1 know or have satisfactory evidence that D"1-11 t5 7-h CO"C7 is the person who appeared before me,and said person acknowledged that he/she signed this instrument,on oath stated that he/she was authorized to execute the instrument and acknowledged it as the of the C-mwpLtoL Lt c0-KK uA4 Cl.u.b to be the free and voluntary act of such party for the uses and purposes mentioned in the instrutnent. Dated: 66 ��0%11 It//// \\0 / \ •A. Notafy Public `���Q` Print Name 11 IL L1 �o o N•;� My commission expires NOTARr -Z- PUB �. PUBLto 1P A EXHIBIT B Description of Franchise Area Emerald Lake " A Xt 1 O i �� •yam/ , F \ \% � --' " �-- \ \ 1v GC 10 > �P B RECORDED AT THE REQUEST OF AND AFTER RECORDING RETURN TO: County of Mason 100 West Public Works Drive Shelton WA 98584 Attn: County Engineer Title: Emerald Lake Community Club Inc. Franchise Agreement Grantor: COUNTY OF MASON, a legal subdivision of the state of Washington Grantee: Emerald Lake Community Club, Inc. Description of Franchise Area: SEE EXHIBIT B IN THE MATTER OF THE APPLICATION OF Lake Christine CommunityClub FOR A FRANCHISE PERMIT TO CONSTRUCT, OPERATE,AND MAINTAIN Water System and Appurtenances UTILITY FACILITIES, OVER,ALONG AND UNDER COUNTY ROADS AND HIGHWAYS LOCATED IN MASON COUNTY, WASHINGTON Application of(Name of Operator) Lake Christine Community Club, doing business in Washington as Lake Christine Community Club, with its principal offices located at 421 NE Lake Christine Road Tahuya, WA 98588, by and through(person authorized to act for and on behalf of applicant)John Coupe, President, for a franchise to construct,operate and maintain(description oftype)Water and appurtenances utility facilities in,over,along and under county roads and highways in Mason County,Washington,as set forth in attached Exhibit `B" (Franchise Area), having come on regularly for hearing before the County Commissioners of Mason County, Washington, on the day of , 20_' at the hour of , under the provisions of RCW 36.55, RCW 80.32.010 and RCW 80.36.040, and it appearing to the Board that notice of said hearing has been duly given as required by law, and that it is in the public interest to allow the franchise herein granted; NOW THEREFORE,IT IS ORDERED that a non-exclusive franchise be, and the same is hereby given and granted to Operator, and its successors and assigns,hereinafter referred to as the Franchisee, for a period of 10 years with automatic renewal at the end of each term of 10 years unless either party gives the other written notice of termination at least 30 days prior to the end of the relevant term. (no more than ten years each term and can only be renewed 3 times)from and after the date of the entry of this order for the purposes, at the location(s),and upon the express terms and conditions as described herein. I. DEFINITIONS For the purposes of this franchise,terms,phrases,words,and their derivations not defined herein that are defined in Title 12 of the Mason County Code or the Manual on Accommodating Utilities in the Mason County Right-of-Way published by the County Engineer(the"Manual"),shall have the same meaning or be interpreted as provided in Title 12 of the Mason County Code or the Manual. Words not defined here, in Title 12 of the Mason County Code or the Manual shall have their ordinary meaning. A reference to Title 12 of the Mason County Code or the Manual refers to the same as may be amended, revised, updated,re-enacted or re-codified from time to time. II. GRANT The County of Mason hereby grants to the Franchisee a non-exclusive franchise which, once it becomes effective shall authorize the Franchisee to enter upon the road rights-of-way located 1 within the Franchise Area identified in attached Exhibit`B", for the purpose of installing, constructing, maintaining,repairing,replacing, adjusting, relocating and operating the utility facilities,which grant shall be limited to the following described purpose(s): Water and gppurtenances. Such grant is subject to and must be exercised in strict accordance with and subject to this franchise, Title 12 of the Mason County Code, the Manual and all applicable laws, rules, regulations and ordinances. Franchisee's exercise of any rights granted pursuant to the franchise is subject to the exercise of the County's police powers,and other regulatory powers as it may have or obtain in the future. No rights shall pass to the franchisee by implication. This franchise does not include permission to enter into or upon the road rights-of-way for any purposes others than the purposes expressly described herein. Permittee has a duty to notify the County of any change in use or condition of the utility facilities that may affect the status of the utility facilities or the impact of the utility facilities upon the road rights-of-way. III. UTILITY PERMIT REQUIRED Franchisee shall not commence or perform work(hereafter"Work")to install,construct,maintain repair, replace adjust, connect, disconnect, rebuild, or relocate its utility facilities within the road rights-of-way,without first applying for,paying all associated fees,and obtaining a utility permit as required pursuant to Title 12 of the Mason County Code. In any utility permit so issued,the County may impose,as a condition of the granting the utility permit,such conditions and regulations as may be necessary for the protection,preservation and management of the road rights-of-way,including, by way of example and not limitation, for the purpose of protecting any structures in the road rights-of-way, maintaining proper distance from other utilities, ensuring the proper restoration of such road rights-of-way and structures,and for the protection of the County and the public and the continuity of pedestrian and vehicular traffic. Franchisee shall first file with the County Engineer its application for a utility permit to do such Work together with plans and specifications in triplicate showing at a minimum: A.The position,depth and location of all such utility facilities sought to be constructed,laid, installed or erected at that time,showing their relative position to existing county roads,rights-of-way or other county property upon plans drawn to scale,hereinafter collectively referred to as the"map of definite location; B. The class and type of material and equipment to be used, manner of excavation, construction,installation,backfill,erection of temporary structures,erection of permanent structures, traffic control,traffic turnouts and road obstructions; C. The manner in which the utility facility is to be installed; D. Measures to be taken to preserve safe and free flow of traffic; 2 E. Structural integrity of the roadway,bridge, or other structure; F. Specifications for the restoration of the county road,right-of-way or other county property in the event that the road right of way will be disturbed by the Work; and G. Provision for ease of future road maintenance and appearance of the roadway. Provision shall be made for known or planned expansion of the utility facilities,particularly those located underground or attached to bridges or other structures within the road right-of-way. The location, alignment and depth of the utility facilities shall conform with said map of definite location,except in instances in which deviation may be allowed thereafter in writing by the County Engineer pursuant to application by Franchisee. All such Work shall be subject to the approval of and shall pass the inspection of the County Engineer.The Franchisee shall pay all costs of and expenses incurred in the examination,inspection and approval of such work on account of granting the said utility permits. IV. RESTORATION OF ROAD RIGHT OF WAY In any Work which disturbs or causes damage to the road rights-of-way subject to this franchise, public or private property, the Franchisee shall at its own expense and with all convenient speed, complete the work to repair and restore the county road right-of-way, or the public or private property so disturbed or damaged, and leave the same in as good or better condition as before the Work was commenced,to the reasonable satisfaction of the County Engineer. The Franchisee shall pay all costs of and expenses incurred in the examination, inspection and approval of such restoration or repair. The County Commissioners and/or County Engineer may at any time do,order or have done any and all work that they consider necessary to restore to a safe condition such County road right-of-way or other County property left by the Franchisee or its agents in a condition dangerous to life or property, and the Franchisee, upon demand, shall pay to the County all costs of such work. V. FRANCHISEE WORK IN RIGHT OF WAY Franchisee expressly agrees and understands that,with regard to Work within the road rights-of-way: A. All of Franchisee's utility facilities and Work within the road rights-of-way or other County property shall be in compliance with the provisions of Title 12 MCC, the Manual, the administrative regulations adopted by the County Engineer,other County established requirements for placement of utility facilities in road rights-of-way, including the specific location of utility facilities in the road rights-of-way, and all applicable laws,rules, regulations and ordinances; B. In preparing plans and specifications for Work of utility facilities in the road rights-of- 3 way the Franchisee shall use the Manual. Prior to commencement of work in the road rights-of-way, Franchisee shall submit such plans and specifications to the Mason County Engineer for review and approval together with adequate exhibits depicting existing or proposed location of the utility facility in relation to the road, including right-of-way or easement lines; relationship to currently planned road revisions,if applicable; and all locations and situations for which deviations in depth of cover (including the proposed method of protection) or other locational standards that are anticipated; C. All Work to utility facilities located within the road rights-of-way or other county property subject to this franchise shall be done in such a manner as not to interfere, other than in ways approved by the County, with the construction, operation and maintenance of other utilities, public or private, drains, drainage ditches and structures, irrigation ditches and structures, located therein,nor with the grading or improvements of such County roads,rights-of-way or other County property; D. The owners and operators of all utility facilities (public or private) installed in the Franchise Area or other county property prior in time to the utility facilities of the Franchisee, shall have preference as to the alignment and location of such utilities so installed with respect to the Franchisee. Such preference shall continue in the event of the necessity of relocating or changing the grade of any such county road or right-of-way; E. Franchisee shall perform the Work and operate its utility facilities in a manner that minimizes interference with the use of the road rights-of-way by others,including others that may be installing utility facilities; and F. The County may require that Franchisee's utility facilities be installed at a particular time, at a specific place,or in a particular manner as a condition of access to a particular road right-of-way; may deny access if a Franchisee is not willing to comply with the County's requirements; and may remove, or require removal of, any utility facility that is not installed in compliance with the requirements established by the County,or which is installed without prior County approval of the time, place, or manner of installation and charge the Franchisee for all the costs associated with removal; and may require Franchisee to cooperate with others to minimize adverse impacts on the road rights-of-way through joint trenching and other arrangements. G. The County may inspect the utility facilities at any time reasonable under the circumstances to ensure compliance with this franchise and applicable law,including to ensure that the utility facilities are constructed and maintained in a safe condition. If an unsafe condition is found to exist,the County,in addition to taking any other action permitted under applicable law,may order the Franchisee, in writing, to make the necessary repairs and alterations specified therein forthwith to correct the unsafe condition on a time-table established by the County which is reasonable in light of the unsafe condition. The County has the right to correct,inspect,administer, and repair the unsafe condition if the Franchisee fails to do so, and to charge the Franchisee therefore. The right of the County to conduct such inspections and order or make repairs shall not be construed to create an obligation therefore,and such obligation to construct and maintain its utility 4 facilities in a safe condition shall at all times remain the sole obligation of the Franchisee. H. When required by the County,Franchisee shall make information available to the public regarding any work involving the ongoing installation,construction,adjustment,relocation,repair or maintenance of its utility facilities sufficient to show (1)the nature of the work being performed; (2)where it is being performed; (3) its estimated completion date; and(4)progress to completion. I. FRANCHISEE IS PLACED ON NOTICE THAT FIBER OPTIC,COMMUNICATIONS, POWER, CONTROL SYSTEMS, OTHER TYPES OF CABLES, AND PIPELINES MAY BE BURIED ON THE RIGHT OF WAY. Before beginning any underground work, Franchisee will contact the appropriate personnel to have such facilities located and make arrangements as to protective measures that must be adhered to prior to the commencement of any work within the Road rights-of-way. In addition to the liability terms elsewhere in this Agreement, Franchisee shall indemnify and hold the County and its elected and appointed officers, employees and agents harmless against and from all cost,liability,and expense whatsoever(including,without limitation, attorney's fees and court costs and expenses)arising out of or in any way contributed to by any act or omission of Franchisee, its contractor,agents and/or employees,that cause or in any way or degree contribute to (1) any damage to or destruction of any such facilities by Franchisee, and/or its contractor, agents and/or employees, on the County's property, (2) any injury to or death of any person employed by or on behalf of any entity,and/or its contractor,agents and/or employees,on the road rights-of-way,and/or(3) any claim or cause of action for alleged loss of profits or revenue,or loss of service, by a customer or user of services or products of such company(ies) (collectively "Liabilities" for purposes of this Section V.1). The only Liabilities with respect to which Franchisee's obligation to indemnify the County and its elected and appointed officers,employees and agents does not apply are Liabilities to the extent arising out of,caused by or resulting from the negligence of the County, and its elected and appointed officers, employees and agents and Liabilities that by law the County and its elected and appointed officers, employees and agents for which the County cannot be indemnified. J. Franchisee shall continuously be a member of the State of Washington one number locator service under RCW 19.122, or an approved equivalent, and shall comply with all such applicable rules and regulations. K. Except in the event of emergency as described below,Franchisee and its Agents may not enter upon the Franchise Area to perform work for which a utility permit is not required,unless and except upon two-business days notice to the County Engineer. L. In the event of an emergency involving the threat of imminent harm to persons or property,and for purposes of taking immediate corrective action,Franchisee and its agents may enter the Franchise Area without advance notice to the County as long as such entry is for the sole purpose of addressing the emergency; provided however,that if any entry for such purposes would require issuance of a utility permit,Franchisee shall give the County verbal or telephonic notice of the places where and the manner in which entry is required prior to such entry,promptly followed by written notice. In all cases,notice to the County shall be given as far in advance as practical prior to entry or as soon as practicable after entry upon the road right-of-Way. 5 M. Franchisee shall promptly reimburse the County for their reasonable and direct costs incurred in responding to an emergency that is caused, created by or attributable to the presence, construction,maintenance,repair,or operation of the Franchisees utility facilities in the road rights- of-way. N. If,during installation,construction,relocation,realignment,adjustment,maintenance,or repair of the Franchisee's utility facilities in the road rights-of-way,Franchisee or its agents discover scientific or historic artifacts,Franchisee shall immediately notify the County of said discovery and shall protect such artifacts in a manner as specified by the County. Any such artifact shall be the property of the County if the County wishes to own it. VI. PROTECTION OF PUBLIC All work done under this franchise shall be done in a thorough and workman-like manner. In the performance of Work within or near the road rights-of-way, including without limitation, the opening of trenches and the tunneling under county roads,rights-of way or other county property,the Franchisee shall leave such trenches, ditches and tunnels in such a way as to interfere as little as possible with public travel and shall take all due and necessary precautions to guard the same,so that damage or injury shall not occur or arise by reason of such Work; and where any of such trenches, ditches and tunnels are left open at night,the Franchisee shall place warning lights,barricades and other appropriate protective devices at such a position as to give adequate warning of such Work. The Franchisee shall be liable for any injury to person or persons or damage to property sustained arising out of its carelessness or neglect,or through any failure or neglect to properly guard or give warning of any trenches, ditches or tunnels dug or maintained by the Franchisee. VII. POLICE POWERS The County of Mason,in granting this franchise,does not waive any rights which it now has or may hereafter acquire with respect to county roads, rights-of-way or other county property and this franchise shall not be construed to deprive the county of any powers, rights or privileges which it now has or may hereafter acquire to regulate the use of and to control the county roads,rights-of-way and other county property covered by this franchise. The County retains the right to administer and regulate activities of the Franchisee up to the fullest extent of the law. The failure to reserve a particular right to regulate,or reference a particular regulation, shall not be interpreted by negative implication or otherwise to prevent the application of a regulation to the Franchisee. VIII. RELOCATION Franchisee shall, in the course of any Work, comply with the following requirements: A. The Franchisee shall, by a time specified by the County, protect, support, temporarily disconnect,relocate,or remove any of its utility facilities when required by the County by reason of traffic conditions;public safety;road right-of-way construction;road right-of-way repair(including 6 resurfacing or widening);change of road right-of-way grade; construction,installation,or repair of County-owned sewers,drains,water pipes,power lines,signal lines,tracks,communications system, other public work, public facility, or improvement of any government-owned utility; road right-of-way vacation;or for any other purpose where the County work involved would be aided by the removal or relocation of the utility facilities. Collectively,such matters are referred to below as the "public work." Franchisee acknowledges and understands that any delay by Franchisee in performing the herein described work may delay, hinder, or interfere with the work performed by the County and its contractors and subcontractors done in furtherance of such Public Work and result in damage to the County,including but not limited to,delay claims. Franchisee shall cooperate with the County and its contractors and subcontractors to coordinate such Franchisee work to accommodate the Public Work project and project schedules to avoid delay, hindrance of, or interference with the Public Work. The County of Mason shall make available to the Franchisee a copy of the Six Year Transportation Program and the County's annual construction program after adoption each year. It is anticipated these programs will aid the utility in planning construction programs. B. Franchisee has a duty to protect its utility facilities from work performed by the County within the road rights-of-way. The rights granted to the Franchisee herein do not preclude the County of Mason, its employees, contractors, subcontractors, and agents from blasting, grading, excavating, or doing other necessary road work contiguous to Franchisee's utility facilities; providing that, the Franchisee shall be given a minimum of forty-eight (48) hours notice of said blasting or other work in order that the Franchisee may protect its utility facilities. C. In the event of an emergency,or where the utility facility creates or is contributing to an imminent danger to health, safety, or property, the County may protect, support, temporarily disconnect,remove,or relocate any or all parts of the utility facility without prior notice,and charge the Franchisee for costs incurred. D. If any Person that is authorized to place facilities in the road right of way requests the Franchisee to protect, support,temporarily disconnect,remove, or relocate the Franchisee's utility facilities to accommodate the construction,operation,or repair of the facilities of such other person, the Franchisee shall,after 30 days'advance written notice,take action to effect the necessary changes requested;provided that,if such project is related to or competes with Franchisee's service,or if the effect of such changes would be to permanently deprive Franchisee of the beneficial enjoyment of this franchise for its intended purposes through interference with the operation of Franchisee's utility facilities or otherwise, Franchisee shall not be required to relocate its utility facilities. Unless the matter is governed by a valid contract or a state or federal law or regulation, or unless the Franchisee's utility facilities were not properly installed, the reasonable cost of the same shall be borne by the Person requesting the protection, support, temporary disconnection, removal, or relocation at no charge to the County, even if the County makes the request for such action. 7 E. The Franchisee shall, on the request of any person holding a valid permit issued by a governmental authority, temporarily raise or lower its wires to permit the moving of buildings or other objects. The expense of such temporary removal or raising or lowering of wires shall be paid by the person requesting the same. The County of Mason will accept liability for direct and actual damages to said Franchisee that are the result of the negligence of Mason County, its trustees, officers, employees, contractors, subcontractors or agents while performing County improvement or Public Works projects enumerated in the original franchise agreement under Section VIII,paragraph B. Direct and actual damages are specifically limited to physical damage to properly installed and located infrastructure of the Franchisee and the cost to repair such physical damage. Mason County retains the right to assert all applicable defenses in the event of a dispute including contributory negligence on the part of the Franchisee. Mason County shall in no way be liable for incidental damages claimed to arise from such actions. All Work to be performed by the Franchisee under this section shall pass the inspection of the County Engineer. The Franchisee shall pay all costs of and expenses incurred in the examination, inspection and approval of such work. IX. PRESERVATION OF MONUMENTS/MARKERS Before any work is performed under this franchise which may affect any existing monuments or markers of any nature relating to subdivisions,plats,roads and all other surveys,the Franchisee shall reference all such monuments and markers. The reference points shall be so located that they will not be disturbed during the Franchisee's operations under this franchise. The method of referencing these monuments or other points to be referenced shall be approved by the County Engineer. The replacement of all such monuments or markers disturbed during construction shall be made as expeditiously as conditions permit,and as directed by the County Engineer. The cost of monuments or other markers lost, destroyed, or disturbed, and the expense of replacement by approved monuments shall be borne by the Franchisee. A complete set of reference notes for monument and other ties shall be filed with the office of the Mason County Engineer. X. VACATION OF ROAD RIGHT-OF-WAY If at any time the County shall vacate any County road,right-of-way or other County property which is subject to rights granted by this franchise and said vacation shall be for the purpose of acquiring the fee or other property interest in said road, right-of-way or other county property for the use of Mason County,in either its proprietary or governmental capacity,then the Board of Mason County Commissioners may, at its option, and by giving thirty(30) days written notice to the Franchisee, terminate this franchise with reference to such county road,right-of-way or other county property so vacated, and the County of Mason shall not be liable for any damages or loss to the Franchisee by reason of such termination. It has been the practice of Mason County to reserve easements for 8 utilities at the time of road vacation,and will continue to be the practice until such time the Board of Mason County Commissioners direct a change of practice. XI. FINANCIAL SECURITY A. Insurance Except as otherwise provided herein,Franchisee shall maintain for itself and the County,throughout the entire period any part of Franchisee's utility facilities are located in the Franchise Area, adequate insurance to protect the Parties and their elected and appointed officers, agents, employees against all of County's and Franchisee's liability arising out of Franchisee's use and occupancy of the Franchise Area or any part thereof. This obligation shall require the Franchisee to maintain insurance at least in the following amounts: 1. COMMERCIAL GENERAL LIABILITY insurance to cover liability, bodily injury, and property damage. The Commercial General Liability insurance shall be written on an occurrence basis, with an aggregate limit location endorsement for the Franchise Area, and shall provide coverage for any and all costs, including defense costs, and losses and damages resulting from personal injury, bodily injury and death, property damage, products liability and completed operations. Such insurance shall include blanket contractual coverage, including coverage for the Franchise as now or hereafter amended and specific coverage for the indemnity provisions set forth herein. Coverage must be written with the following limits of liability: Bodily and Personal Injury&Property Damage $ 1,000,000 per Occurrence $ 2,000,000 aggregate 2 WORKERS' COMPENSATION insurance shall be maintained to comply with statutory limits for all employees,and in the case any work is sublet,the Franchisee shall require its contractors and subcontractors similarly to provide workers' compensation insurance for all the employees. The Franchisee shall also maintain, during the life of this policy, employer's liability insurance;provided that this obligation shall not apply to any time period during which Franchisee has no employees. The following minimum limits must be maintained: Workers'Compensation Statutory Employer's Liability $ 1,000,000 each occurrence 3.COMPREHENSIVE AUTO LIABILITY insurance shall include owned,hired,and non-owned vehicles operated by Franchisee employees on an occurrence basis with coverage of at least $2,000,000 per occurrence. If the Franchisee, its contractors, or subcontractors do not have the required insurance,the County may require such entities to stop operations until the insurance is obtained and approved. Certificates of Insurance reflecting evidence of the required insurance and approved by the County's 9 Risk Manager for the GENERAL LIABILITY policies described above,shall be sent to the County's risk manager. The certificate shall be filed with the acceptance of the franchise, and annually thereafter, and as provided below. All coverage shall be listed all on one certificate with the same expiration dates. The certificates shall contain a provision that coverages afforded under these policies will not be canceled until at least 30 days'prior written notice has been given to the County. In the event that the insurance certificate provided indicates that the insurance shall terminate or lapse during the period of the franchise,then, in that event,the Franchisee shall furnish,at least 30 days prior to the expiration of the date of such insurance,a renewed certificate of insurance as proof that equal and like coverage has been or will be obtained prior to any such lapse or termination during the balance of the period of the franchise. The County reserves the right, during the term of the franchise, to require any other insurance coverage or adjust the policy limits as it deems reasonably necessary utilizing sound risk management practices and principals based upon the loss exposures. Each insurance policy required pursuant to this franchise shall be primary and non-contributing as respects any coverage maintained by the County and shall include an endorsement reflecting the same. Any other coverage maintained by County shall be excess of this coverage herein defined as primary and shall not contribute with it. The certificate of insurance must reflect that the above wording is included in all such policies. Each insurance policy obtained pursuant to this franchise shall be issued by financially sound insurers who may lawfully do business in the State of Washington with a financial rating at all times during coverage of no less than rating of"A" and a class of"X" or better in the latest edition of "Best's Key Rating Guide"published by A.M.Best Company,or such other financial rating or rating guide approved in writing by the County's risk manager. In the event that at any time during coverage,the insurer does not meet the foregoing standards,Franchisee shall give prompt notice to the County and shall seek coverage from an insurer that meets the foregoing standards. The County reserves the right to change the rating or the rating guide depending upon the changed risks or availability of other suitable and reliable rating guides. Comprehensive general liability insurance policies and coverage obtained pursuant to this franchise shall include an endorsement(standard ISO form CG 24-17) deleting all exclusions for work or incidents occurring within any distance from a railroad track or railroad property, or on, over, or under a railroad track. Insurance policies required pursuant to this franchise shall have no non-standard exclusions unless approved of by the County Risk Manager or designee. Commercial general liability insurance policies obtained pursuant to this franchise shall name the 10 County as an additional insured without limitation,pursuant to an endorsement approved of by the County's Risk Manager or designee. Franchisee and Franchisee's Contractors' insurers, through policy endorsement, shall waive their rights of subrogation against the County for all claims and suits. The certificate of insurance must reflect this waiver of subrogation rights endorsement. Commercial General Liability Insurance policies and coverage required herein of public utility operators may include a reasonable deductible or self-insured retention;provided,however,that as to any Loss or Damage covered as provided herein, if Franchisee elects to include any deductible or self-insured retention,Franchisee shall itself directly cover,in lieu of insurance,any and all County liabilities that would otherwise in accordance with the provisions of this Franchise be covered by Franchisee's insurance if Franchisee elected not to include a deductible or self-insured retention. Such direct coverage by Franchisee shall be in an amount equal to the amount of Franchisee's actual deductible or self-insured retention. Franchisee shall be required to provide a certification of self- insurance retention to the county in a form and content acceptable to the county engineer. B. Performance/Payment Bond. At the same time Franchisee provides its acceptance of this Franchise, the Franchisee shall, if required by the County Engineer, provide a performance and payment bond to ensure the full and faithful performance of all of its responsibilities under this franchise and applicable rules, regulations and ordinances, including, by way of example, but not limited to,its obligations to relocate and remove its utility facilities,to restore the road rights-of-way and other property when damaged or disturbed, and to reimburse the County for its costs. The amount of the performance and payment bond shall be for ZERO ($0). The amount of the bond,or cash deposit as described below, may be adjusted by the County every five years from the date of execution of this franchise,to take into account cumulative inflation or increased risks to the County. The Franchisee maybe required to obtain additional bonds in accordance with the County's ordinary practices. The bond shall be in a form with terms and conditions acceptable to the County and reviewed and approved by the County Engineer. The bond shall be with a surety with a rating no less than "A V in the latest edition of"Bests Key Rating Guide," published by A.M. Best Guide. The Franchisee shall pay all premiums or costs associated with maintaining the bond,and shall keep the same in full force and effect at all times.If Franchisee fails to provide or maintain the bond,then the County,in its sole discretion,may require Franchisee to substitute an equivalent cash deposit as described below in lieu of the bond. Franchisee, may at its election or upon order by the County, substitute an equivalent cash deposit instead of a performance and payment bond. This cash deposit shall ensure the full and faithful performance of all of Franchisee's responsibilities hereto under this Permit and all applicable laws, rules, regulations or ordinances. This includes,but is not limited to, its obligations to relocate or remove its facilities, restore the road rights-of-way and other property to their original condition, reimbursing the County for its costs, and keeping Franchisee's insurance in full force. The County shall notify Franchisee in writing, by certified mail, of any default and shall give 11 Franchisee thirty(30)days from the date of such notice to cure any such default. In the event that the Franchisee fails to cure such default to the satisfaction of the County,the County may,at its option, forfeit the entire amount of the cash deposit or draw upon the cash deposit up to the amount of the County's costs incurred to cure Franchisee's default. Upon the County's cure of Franchisee's default, the County shall notify Franchisee in writing of such cure. In the event that the County draws upon the cash deposit or forfeits the same, Franchisee shall thereupon replenish the cash deposit to the full amount as specified herein or provide a replacement performance and payment bond. Before any Work commences in the road right-of-way,the County Engineer may require the operator to provide a performance and payment bond for each separate project in an amount to be determined by the County Engineer, but not less than five hundred dollars, written by a surety company acceptable to the County Risk Manager and authorized to do business in the state of Washington. The purpose of the bond is to insure completion of construction, including the restoration of surfacing,slopes,slope treatment,topsoil,landscape treatment,and drainage facilities,and cleanup of rights-of-way, and payment of costs incurred by the County to enforce the requirements of this Chapter. The performance and payment bond shall be in place for a period ending not more than one year after the date of completion. A project specific performance bond shall not be required in the event that the franchisee has in place a blanket performance bond and, when required, a payment bond, maintained pursuant to the requirements of this franchise. A performance and payment bond for work in the road right-of-way will not be required of the United States Government or any of its agencies or of any municipal corporation or department of the state of Washington and its local subdivisions. C. Limitation of Liability. To the fullest extent permitted by law,the Franchisee shall,and shall cause its contractor(s) to release, indemnify, defend and hold harmless the county and the county's legal representatives,officer(elected or), appointed)employees and agents(collectively, "indemnitees") for, from and against any and all claims, liabilities, fines,penalties, cost,damages, losses, liens, causes of action, suits, demands, judgments and expenses (including, without limitations, court costs, attorneys' fees and costs of investigation, removal and remediation and governmental oversight costs),Environmental or otherwise(collectively"liabilities")of any nature, kind, or description,of any person or entity,directly or indirectly, arising out of,resulting from,or related to (in whole or in part): 1. this franchise; 2. any rights or interests granted pursuant to this franchise; 3. franchisee's occupation and use of the road right of way; 12 4. franchisee's operation of its utility facilities; 5. the presence of utility facilities within the right of way; 6. the environmental condition and status of the road right-of-way caused by, aggravated by, or contributed to, in whole or in part,by franchisee or its agents; or 7. The acts,errors,or omissions of third parties when arising out of the installation, construction,adjustment,relocation,replacement,removal,or maintenance of such third party utility facilities within the road rights-of-way when such work is performed under authority of the operator's utility permit or at the direction or under the control of the operator; or 8. any act or omission of franchisee or franchisee's agents; The only liabilities with respect to which franchisee's obligation to indemnify the indemnitees do not apply are liabilities to the extent arising out of, caused by or resulting from the negligence of the county, its officers, agents, employees or contractors and liabilities that by law the indemnities cannon be indemnified for. Upon written notice from the county,franchisee agrees to assume the defense of any lawsuit or other proceeding brought against any indemnitee by any entity, relating to any matter covered by this franchise for which franchisee has an obligation to assume liability for and/or save and hold harmless any indemnitee. Franchisee shall pay all cost incident to such defense,including,but not limited to, attorneys' fees,investigators' fees,litigation and appeal expenses,settlement payments and amounts paid in satisfaction of judgments. Franchisee willfully satisfy said judgment within ninety(90)days after said suit or action shall have finally been determined if determined adversely to Mason County. Upon the Franchisee's failure to satisfy said judgment within the ninety (90) day period, this franchise shall at once cease and terminate. Acceptance by the County of any Work performed by the Franchisee at the time of completion shall not be grounds for avoidance of this covenant. XII. FRANCHISE NONEXCLUSIVE This franchise shall not be deemed to be an exclusive franchise. It shall in no manner prohibit the County of Mason from granting other utilities under,along,across,over and upon any of the County roads,rights-of-way or other County property subject to this franchise and shall in no way prevent or prohibit the County of Mason from constructing, altering, maintaining or using any of said roads, rights-of-way,drainage structures or facilities,irrigation structures or facilities,or any other county property or affect its jurisdiction over them or any part of them with full power to make all necessary changes,relocations, repairs,maintenance, etc., the same as the county may deem fit. 13 XIII. SUCCESSORS AND ASSIGNS All the provisions,conditions,regulations and requirements herein contained shall be binding upon the successors and assigns of the Franchisee,and all privileges,as well as all obligations and liability of the Franchisee, shall ensure to its successors and assigns equally as if they were specifically mentioned wherever the Franchisee is mentioned. Any reference in this franchise to a specifically named party shall be deemed to apply to any successor, heir, administrator, executor or assign of such party who has acquired its interest in compliance with the terms of this franchise,or under law. XIV. TRANSFER/ASSIGNMENT Franchisee may assign or transfer this franchise after prior written notice to County of Mason and assignee's written commitment,in a form and content approved by the County Prosecutor,delivered to County of Mason,that assignees shall thereafter be responsible for all obligations of Franchisee with respect to the franchise and guaranteeing performance under the terms and conditions of the franchise and that transferee will be bound by all the conditions of the franchise and will assume all the obligations of its predecessor. Such an assignment shall relieve the Franchisee of any further obligations under the franchise, including any obligations not fulfilled by Franchisee's assignee; provided that,the assignment shall not in any respect relieve the Franchisee,or any of its successors in interest,of responsibility for acts or omissions,known or unknown,or the consequences thereof, which acts or omissions occur prior to the time of the assignment. No franchise or master road use permit may be assigned or transferred without filing or establishing with the county the insurance certificates and performance bond as required pursuant to this franchise. XV. ANNEXATION Whenever any of the County roads, rights-of-way or other county property as designated in this franchise,by reason of the subsequent incorporation of any town or city,or extension of the limits of any town or city, shall fall within the city or town limits and shall by operation of law or otherwise terminate in respect to the said roads,rights-of-way or other county property so included with city or town limits; this franchise shall continue in force and effect to all county roads, rights-of-way or other county property not so included in city or town limits. XVI. REVOCATION/REMEDIES A. Revocation. In addition the right to revoke this franchise as set forth in Title 12 of the Mason County Code, if the Franchisee shall willfully violate, or fail to comply with any of the provisions of this franchise through willful or unreasonable neglect or fail to heed or comply with any notice given the Franchisee under the provision of this grant, then Franchisee shall forfeit all rights conferred hereunder and this franchise may be revoked or annulled, after a public hearing by the Board of County Commissioners. The Franchisee shall not be relieved of any of its obligations to comply promptly with any provision of this franchise by reason of any failure of the County to enforce prompt compliance,and the County's failure to enforce shall not constitute a waiver of rights 14 or acquiescence in the Licensee's conduct. Subject to the required consent, adjudication, permission or authorization of a federal or state regulatory agency with jurisdiction over the subject matter, upon revocation of the franchise, the County may require the Franchisee to remove its utility facilities from any road rights-of-way, and restore such road right-of-way to its same or better condition as existed just prior to such removal,or de-commission and abandon such utility facilities in place in whole or in part and in a manner approved by the County Board of Commissioners. If the Franchisee fails to remove utility facilities that the County requires it to remove,the County may perform the work and collect the cost thereof from the Franchisee. The actual cost thereof,including direct and indirect administrative costs,shall be a lien upon all utility facilities of the Franchisee within the franchise Area effective upon filing of the lien with the Mason County Auditor. B. Remedies. The County has the right to exercise any and all of the following remedies, singly or in combination,in the event of Default. "Default"shall mean any failure of Franchisee or its agents to keep,observe,or perform any of Franchisee's or its agent's duties or obligations under this franchise: 1. Damages. Franchisee shall be liable for any and all damages incurred by County. 2. Specific Performance. County shall be entitled to specific performance of each and every obligation of Franchisee under this franchise without any requirement to prove or establish that County does not have an adequate remedy at law. Franchisee hereby waives the requirement of any such proof and acknowledges that County would not have an adequate remedy at law for Franchisee's commission of an Event of Default hereunder. 3. Injunction. County shall be entitled to restrain, by injunction, the actual or threatened commission or attempt of an Event of Default and to obtain a judgment or order specifically prohibiting a violation or breach of this Agreement without, in either case, being required to prove or establish that County does not have an adequate remedy at law. Franchisee hereby waives the requirement of any such proof and acknowledges that County would not have an adequate remedy at law for Franchisee's commission of an Event of Default hereunder. 4. Alternative Remedies. Neither the existence of other remedies identified in this franchise nor the exercise thereof shall be deemed to bar or otherwise limit the right of the County to commence an action for equitable or other relief, and/or proceed against Franchisee and any guarantor for all direct monetary damages, costs and expenses arising from the Default and to recover all such damages, costs and expenses, including reasonable attorneys' fees. Remedies are cumulative; the exercise of one shall not foreclose the exercise of others. XVII. SUBSEQUENT ACTION In the event that after this franchise becomes effective, (a) there is a change in the law which 15 broadens the authority of the County of Mason or the Franchisee with respect to any act permitted or authorized under this franchise; or (b)the County of Mason or the Franchisee believe that amendments to this franchise are necessary or appropriate, then the County of Mason and the Franchisee agree to enter into good faith negotiations to amend this franchise so as to enable the Parties to address, in a manner reasonably acceptable to all Parties, such change or other development which formed the basis for the negotiations. The Parties recognize that the purpose of the negotiations would be to preserve, to the maximum extent consistent with law, the scope and purpose of this franchise. Mason County reserves for itself the right at any time upon ninety(90) days written notice to the Franchisee, to so change, amend, modify or amplify any of the provisions or conditions herein enumerated to conform to any state statute or county regulation,relating to the public welfare,health, safety or highway regulation,as may hereafter be enacted,adopted or promulgated and this franchise may be terminated at such time a public hearing is held by the Board of County Commissioners,and the Franchisee's utility facilities are found not to be operated or maintained in accordance with such statute or regulation. XVIII. ACCEPTANCE Franchisee shall execute and return to the County of Mason a signed acceptance of the franchise granted hereunder. The acceptance shall be in the form of the acceptance attached hereto as Exhibit "A", and in accepting the franchise, Franchisee warrants that it has carefully read the terms and conditions of this franchise and accepts all of the terms and conditions of this franchise and agrees to abide by the same and acknowledges that it has relied upon its own investigation of all relevant facts, that it has had the assistance of counsel, that it was not induced to accept a franchise, that this franchise represents the entire agreement between the Franchisee and the County of Mason. In the event the Franchisee fails to submit the countersigned ordinance and acceptance as provided for herein within the time limits set forth in this section, the grant herein is and shall become null and void. XIX. MISCELLANEOUS PROVISIONS A. Controlling Law/Venue. Any disputes concerning the application or interpretation of any of the provisions of this franchise shall be governed by the laws of the State of Washington. Venue of any action or arbitration brought under this franchise shall be in Mason County,Washington or the Western District of Washington if an action is brought in federal court, provided, however, that venue of such action is legally proper. B. Liens. Franchisee shall promptly pay and discharge any and all liens arising out of any Work done, suffered or permitted to be done by Franchisee on any Franchise Area. C. Waiver. No waiver by either party of any provision of this franchise shall in any way impair the right of such party to enforce that provision for any subsequent breach, or County of 16 Mason's right to enforce all other provisions of this franchise. D. Attorney's Fees. If any action at law or in equity is necessary to enforce or interpret the terms of this franchise, the substantially prevailing Party or Parties shall be entitled to reasonable attorney's fees,costs and necessary disbursements in addition to any other relief to which such Party or Parties may be entitled. E. Amendment. This franchise may be amended only by a written contract signed by authorized representatives of Franchisee and County of Mason. F. Severability. If any provision of this franchise is held to be illegal, invalid or unenforceable under present or future laws,such provision will be fully severable and this franchise will be construed and enforced as if such illegal, invalid or unenforceable provision is not a part hereof,and the remaining provisions hereof will remain in full force and effect. In lieu of any illegal, invalid or unenforceable provision herein, there will be added automatically as a part of this franchise; a provision as similar in its terms to such illegal, invalid or unenforceable provision as may be possible and be legal, valid and enforceable. G. Joint and Several Liability. Franchisee acknowledges that, in any case in which Franchisee and Franchisee's Contractors are responsible under the terms of this franchise, such responsibility is joint and several as between Franchisee and any such Franchisee's Contractors; provided that,the Franchisee is not prohibited from allocating such liability as a matter of contract. H. Notices. Any notice contemplated, required, or permitted to be given under this franchise shall be sufficient if it is in writing and is sent either by: (a)registered or certified mail, return receipt requested;or(b)a nationally recognized overnight mail delivery service,to the Party and at the address specified below,except as such Party and address may be changed by providing notice to the other Party no less than thirty (30) days' advance written notice of such change in address. Franchisee: Lake Christine Community Club 421 NE Lake Christine Road Tahuya, WA 98588 Attn: John Coupe, President Grantor: County of Mason Public Works 100 Public Works Drive Shelton, WA 98584 I. Approvals. Nothing in this franchise shall be deemed to impose any duty or obligation upon the County of Mason to determine the adequacy or sufficiency of Franchisee's plans and specifications or to ascertain whether Franchisee's proposed or actual construction, testing, 17 maintenance,repairs,replacement,relocation,adjustment or removal is adequate or sufficient or in conformance with the plans and specifications reviewed by the County of Mason. 'No approval given, inspection made, review or supervision performed by the County of Mason pursuant to this franchise shall constitute or be construed as a representation or warranty express or implied by County of Mason that such item approved, inspected, or supervised, complies with laws, rules regulations or ordinances or this franchise or meets any particular standard,code or requirement,or is in conformance with the plans and specifications,and no liability shall attach with respect thereto. County and inspections as provided herein, are for the sole purpose of protecting the County of Mason's rights as the owner or manager of the road rights-of-way and shall not constitute any representation or warranty,express or implied,as to the adequacy of the design,construction,repair, or maintenance of the utility facilities, suitability of the Franchise Area for construction, maintenance,or repair of the utility facilities,or any obligation on the part of the County of Mason to insure that work or materials are in compliance with any requirements imposed by a governmental entity. County of Mason is under no obligation or duty to supervise the design, construction, installation, relocation, adjustment, realignment, maintenance, repair, or operation of the utility facilities. J. Force Majeure. Neither Party hereto shall be liable to the other Party for any failure to perform an obligation set forth herein to the extent such failure is caused by war,act of terrorism or an act of God, provided that such Party has made and is making all reasonable efforts to perform such obligation and minimize any and all resulting loss or damage. K. Construction. All pronouns and any variations thereof shall be deemed to refer to the masculine,feminine or neuter, singular or plural,as the identity of the Party or Parties may require. The provisions of this franchise shall be construed as a whole according to their common meaning, except where specifically defined herein,not strictly for or against any party and consistent with the provisions contained herein in order to achieve the objectives and purposes of this franchise. L. Incorporation by Reference. All exhibits annexed hereto at the time of execution of this franchise or in the future as contemplated herein, are hereby incorporated by reference as though fully set forth herein. M. Calculation of Time. All periods of time referred to herein shall include Saturdays, Sundays,and legal holidays in the State of Washington,except that if the last day of any period falls on any Saturday,Sunday,or legal holiday in the State of Washington,the period shall be extended to include the next day which is not a Saturday, Sunday, or legal holiday in the State of Washington. N. Entire Agreement. This franchise is the full and complete agreement of County of Mason and Franchisee with respect to all matters covered herein and all matters related to the use of the Franchise Area by Franchisee and Franchisee's Contractors,and this franchise supersedes any and all other agreements of the Parties hereto with respect to all such matters,including,without limitation, all agreements evidencing the franchise. 18 O. No Recourse. Without limiting such immunities as the County or other persons may have under applicable law,Franchisee shall have no monetary recourse whatsoever against the County or its officials, boards, commissions, agents, or employees for any loss or damage arising out of the County's exercising its authority pursuant to this Franchise or other applicable law. P. Responsibility for Costs. Except as expressly provided otherwise,any act that Franchisee is required to perform under this franchise shall be performed at its cost. If Franchisee fails to perform work that it is required to perform within the time provided for performance, the County may perform the work and bill the Franchisee. The Franchisee shall pay the amounts billed within 30 days. Q. Work of Contractors and Subcontractors. Work by contractors and subcontractors is subject to the same restrictions, limitations, and conditions as if the work was performed by the Franchisee. The Franchisee shall be responsible for all work performed by its contractors and subcontractors,and others performing work on its behalf,under its control,or under authority of its utility permit,as if the work were performed by it and shall ensure that all such work is performed in compliance with this franchise, Title 12 MCC, the Manual and other applicable law, and shall be jointly and severally liable for all damages and correcting all damage caused by them. It is the Franchisee's responsibility to ensure that contractors, subcontractors, or other Persons performing work on the Franchisee's behalf are familiar with the requirements of the franchise,Title 12 MCC, the Manual, and other applicable laws governing the work performed by them. R. Survival of Terms. Upon the expiration, termination, revocation or forfeiture of the franchise,the Franchisee shall no longer have the right to occupy the franchise area for the purpose of providing services authorized herein. However,the Franchisee's obligations under this franchise to the County shall survive the expiration, termination, revocation or forfeiture of these rights according to its terms for so long as the Franchisee's utility facilities shall remain in whole or in part in the road rights of way. By way of illustration and not limitation, Franchisee's obligations to indemnify, defend and hold harmless the County, provide insurance and a performance/payment bond pursuant to Section XI and Franchisee's obligation to relocate its utility facilities pursuant to Section VIII, shall continue in effect as to the Franchisee, notwithstanding any expiration, termination, revocation or forfeiture of the franchise, except to the extent that a County-approved transfer, sale, or assignment of the utility system is completed, and another entity has assumed full and complete responsibility for the utility system or for the relevant acts or omissions. S. Warranties. By acceptance of this franchise, Franchisee warrants: 1. That Franchisee has full right and authority to enter into and perform this Franchise in accordance with the terms hereof, and by entering into or performing this Franchise, Franchisee is not in violation of its charter or by-laws,or any law,regulation,or agreement by which it is bound or to which it is subject; and 2. That the execution,delivery,and performance of this Franchise by Franchisee has been duly authorized by all requisite Board/Commission action, that the signatories for Franchisee of the 19 acceptance hereof are authorized to sign this Franchise, and that the joinder or consent of any other party, including a court, trustee, or referee, is not necessary to make valid and effective the execution, delivery, and performance of this Franchise and acceptance. DATED at Shelton, Washington this day of 20_. BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS APPROVED: MASON COUNTY, WASHINGTON County Engineer Chair Approve as to form: Vice Chair Chief D.P.A. Commissioner 20 Exhibit A ACCEPTANCE OF FRANCHISE Ordinance No. 115-06, effective November 14, 2006. I, 1>7V-h Cq!� , am the V02Std.vCtof LpLi-4L G't� C OMM� andL�a�m�the authorized to accept the above-referenced franchise on b�ef of Cgm� l,—}-u C.l,e�- I certify that this franchise and all terms and conditions thereof are accepted by Q_3C>k+A J , without qualification or reservation. DATED this fy�day of 201q. FRANCHISEE By: Its' Llr—� Tax Id. No. STATE OF W r N1 ) ss. COUNTY OF Man W_ ) 1 I certify that I know o have satisfactory evidence hat �n C, �1U�� is the person who appeared before me,and said person acknowledged tha she signed this Instrument,on oath stated tha e he was authorized to execute the instrument and acknowledged it as the OYGS��6' of the , to be the free and voluntary ac of such party for the uses and purposes mentioned in the instrument. Dated: 1 1 w / WAR ii,� Not Publi (\issio;� �,L'.� Print Name C�lV) My commission expires N=Tq� __Nom'• p�BLI _ Oq F A EXHIBIT B Description of Franchise Area Lake Christine ` NE LLAAKEVIEyy LN �010 o W PARK LN z m w z B RECORDED AT THE REQUEST OF AND AFTER RECORDING RETURN TO: County of Mason 100 West Public Works Drive Shelton WA 98584 Attn: County Engineer Title: Lake Christine Community Club Franchise Agreement Grantor: COUNTY OF MASON, a legal subdivision of the state of Washington Grantee: Lake Christine Community Club Description of Franchise Area: SEE EXHIBIT B IN THE MATTER OF THE APPLICATION OF Lakeland Village Water Company FOR A FRANCHISE PERMIT TO CONSTRUCT, OPERATE,AND MAINTAIN Water System and Appurtenances UTILITY FACILITIES, OVER, ALONG AND UNDER COUNTY ROADS AND HIGHWAYS LOCATED IN MASON COUNTY, WASHINGTON Application of(Name of Operator) Lakeland Village Water Company, doing business in Washington as Lakeland Village Water Company, with its principal offices located at 470 E Country Club Drive Allyn, WA 98524, by and through (person authorized to act for and on behalf of applicant) Richard A. Anderson, for a franchise to construct,operate and maintain(description oftype)Water and appurtenances utility facilities in,over,along and under county roads and highways in Mason County,Washington,as set forth in attached Exhibit `B" (Franchise Area), having come on regularly for hearing before the County Commissioners of Mason County, Washington, on the day of , 20 , at the hour of , under the provisions of RCW 36.55, RCW 80.32.010 and RCW 80.36.040, and it appearing to the Board that notice of said hearing has been duly given as required by law, and that it is in the public interest to allow the franchise herein granted; NOW THEREFORE,IT IS ORDERED that a non-exclusive franchise be, and the same is hereby given and granted to Operator, and its successors and assigns,hereinafter referred to as the Franchisee, for a period of 10 years with automatic renewal at the end of each term of 10 years unless either party gives the other written notice of termination at least 30 days prior to the end of the relevant term. (no more than ten years each term and can only be renewed 3 times) from and after the date of the entry of this order for the purposes, at the location(s),and upon the express terms and conditions as described herein. I. DEFINITIONS For the purposes of this franchise,terms,phrases,words,and their derivations not defined herein that are defined in Title 12 of the Mason County Code or the Manual on Accommodating Utilities in the Mason County Right-of-Way published by the County Engineer(the"Manual"),shall have the same meaning or be interpreted as provided in Title 12 of the Mason County Code or the Manual. Words not defined here, in Title 12 of the Mason County Code or the Manual shall have their ordinary meaning. A reference to Title 12 of the Mason County Code or the Manual refers to the same as may be amended,revised, updated, re-enacted or re-codified from time to time. II. GRANT The County of Mason hereby grants to the Franchisee a non-exclusive franchise which, once it becomes effective shall authorize the Franchisee to enter upon the road rights-of-way located 1 within the Franchise Area identified in attached Exhibit`B", for the purpose of installing, constructing,maintaining,repairing, replacing, adjusting,relocating and operating the utility facilities, which grant shall be limited to the following described purpose(s): Water and appurtenances. Such grant is subject to and must be exercised in strict accordance with and subject to this franchise, Title 12 of the Mason County Code, the Manual and all applicable laws, rules, regulations and ordinances. Franchisee's exercise of any rights granted pursuant to the franchise is subject to the exercise of the County's police powers,and other regulatory powers as it may have or obtain in the future. No rights shall pass to the franchisee by implication. This franchise does not include permission to enter into or upon the road rights-of-way for any purposes others than the purposes expressly described herein. Permittee has a duty to notify the County of any change in use or condition of the utility facilities that may affect the status of the utility facilities or the impact of the utility facilities upon the road rights-of-way. III. UTILITY PERMIT REQUIRED Franchisee shall not commence or perform work(hereafter"Work")to install,construct,maintain repair, replace adjust, connect, disconnect, rebuild, or relocate its utility facilities within the road rights-of-way,without first applying for,paying all associated fees,and obtaining a utility permit as required pursuant to Title 12 of the Mason County Code. In any utility permit so issued,the County may impose,as a condition of the granting the utility permit,such conditions and regulations as may be necessary for the protection,preservation and management of the road rights-of-way,including, by way of example and not limitation, for the purpose of protecting any structures in the road rights-of-way, maintaining proper distance from other utilities, ensuring the proper restoration of such road rights-of-way and structures,and for the protection of the County and the public and the continuity of pedestrian and vehicular traffic. Franchisee shall first file with the County Engineer its application for a utility permit to do such Work together with plans and specifications in triplicate showing at a minimum: A.The position,depth and location of all such utility facilities sought to be constructed,laid, installed or erected at that time,showing their relative position to existing county roads,rights-of-way or other county property upon plans drawn to scale,hereinafter collectively referred to as the"map of definite location; B. The class and type of material and equipment to be used, manner of excavation, construction,installation,backfill,erection of temporary structures,erection of permanent structures, traffic control,traffic turnouts and road obstructions; C. The manner in which the utility facility is to be installed; D. Measures to be taken to preserve safe and free flow of traffic; 2 E. Structural integrity of the roadway,bridge, or other structure; F. Specifications for the restoration of the county road,right-of-way or other county property in the event that the road right of way will be disturbed by the Work; and G. Provision for ease of future road maintenance and appearance of the roadway. Provision shall be made for known or planned expansion of the utility facilities,particularly those located underground or attached to bridges or other structures within the road right-of-way. The location, alignment and depth of the utility facilities shall conform with said map of definite location,except in instances in which deviation may be allowed thereafter in writing by the County Engineer pursuant to application by Franchisee. All such Work shall be subject to the approval of and shall pass the inspection of the County Engineer.The Franchisee shall pay all costs of and expenses incurred in the examination,inspection and approval of such work on account of granting the said utility permits. IV. RESTORATION OF ROAD RIGHT OF WAY In any Work which disturbs or causes damage to the road rights-of-way subject to this franchise, public or private property, the Franchisee shall at its own expense and with all convenient speed, complete the work to repair and restore the county road right-of-way, or the public or private property so disturbed or damaged, and leave the same in as good or better condition as before the Work was commenced,to the reasonable satisfaction of the County Engineer. The Franchisee shall pay all costs of and expenses incurred in the examination, inspection and approval of such restoration or repair. The County Commissioners and/or County Engineer may at any time do,order or have done any and all work that they consider necessary to restore to a safe condition such County road right-of-way or other County property left by the Franchisee or its agents in a condition dangerous to life or property, and the Franchisee,upon demand, shall pay to the County all costs of such work. V. FRANCHISEE WORK IN RIGHT OF WAY Franchisee expressly agrees and understands that,with regard to Work within the road rights-of-way: A. All of Franchisee's utility facilities and Work within the road rights-of-way or other County property shall be in compliance with the provisions of Title 12 MCC, the Manual, the administrative regulations adopted by the County Engineer,other County established requirements for placement of utility facilities in road rights-of-way, including the specific location of utility facilities in the road rights-of-way, and all applicable laws, rules,regulations and ordinances; B. In preparing plans and specifications for Work of utility facilities in the road rights-of- 3 way the Franchisee shall use the Manual. Prior to commencement of work in the road rights-of-way, Franchisee shall submit such plans and specifications to the Mason County Engineer for review and approval together with adequate exhibits depicting existing or proposed location of the utility facility in relation to the road, including right-of-way or easement lines; relationship to currently planned road revisions,if applicable;and all locations and situations for which deviations in depth of cover (including the proposed method of protection) or other locational standards that are anticipated; C. All Work to utility facilities located within the road rights-of-way or other county property subject to this franchise shall be done in such a manner as not to interfere, other than in ways approved by the County, with the construction, operation and maintenance of other utilities, public or private, drains, drainage ditches and structures, irrigation ditches and structures, located therein,nor with the grading or improvements of such County roads,rights-of-way or other County property; D. The owners and operators of all utility facilities (public or private) installed in the Franchise Area or other county property prior in time to the utility facilities of the Franchisee,shall have preference as to the alignment and location of such utilities so installed with respect to the Franchisee. Such preference shall continue in the event of the necessity of relocating or changing the grade of any such county road or right-of-way; E. Franchisee shall perform the Work and operate its utility facilities in a manner that minimizes interference with the use of the road rights-of-way by others,including others that may be installing utility facilities; and F. The County may require that Franchisee's utility facilities be installed at a particular time, at a specific place,or in a particular manner as a condition of access to a particular road right-of-way; may deny access if a Franchisee is not willing to comply with the County's requirements; and may remove, or require removal of, any utility facility that is not installed in compliance with the requirements established by the County,or which is installed without prior County approval of the time, place, or manner of installation and charge the Franchisee for all the costs associated with removal; and may require Franchisee to cooperate with others to minimize adverse impacts on the road rights-of-way through joint trenching and other arrangements. G. The County may inspect the utility facilities at any time reasonable under the circumstances to ensure compliance with this franchise and applicable law,including to ensure that the utility facilities are constructed and maintained in a safe condition. If an unsafe condition is found to exist,the County,in addition to taking any other action permitted under applicable law,may order the Franchisee, in writing, to make the necessary repairs and alterations specified therein forthwith to correct the unsafe condition on a time-table established by the County which is reasonable in light of the unsafe condition. The County has the right to correct,inspect,administer, and repair the unsafe condition if the Franchisee fails to do so, and to charge the Franchisee therefore. The right of the County to conduct such inspections and order or make repairs shall not be construed to create an obligation therefore,and such obligation to construct and maintain its utility 4 facilities in a safe condition shall at all times remain the sole obligation of the Franchisee. H. When required by the County,Franchisee shall make information available to the public regarding any work involving the ongoing installation,construction,adjustment,relocation,repair or maintenance of its utility facilities sufficient to show(1)the nature of the work being performed; (2)where it is being performed; (3)its estimated completion date; and(4)progress to completion. I. FRANCHISEE IS PLACED ON NOTICE THAT FIBER OPTIC,COMMUNICATIONS, POWER, CONTROL SYSTEMS, OTHER TYPES OF CABLES, AND PIPELINES MAY BE BURIED ON THE RIGHT OF WAY. Before beginning any underground work, Franchisee will contact the appropriate personnel to have such facilities located and make arrangements as to protective measures that must be adhered to prior to the commencement of any work within the Road rights-of-way. In addition to the liability terms elsewhere in this Agreement, Franchisee shall indemnify and hold the County and its elected and appointed officers, employees and agents harmless against and from all cost,liability,and expense whatsoever(including,without limitation, attorney's fees and court costs and expenses)arising out of or in any way contributed to by any act or omission of Franchisee, its contractor,agents and/or employees,that cause or in any way or degree contribute to (1) any damage to or destruction of any such facilities by Franchisee, and/or its contractor, agents and/or employees, on the County's property, (2) any injury to or death of any person employed by or on behalf of any entity,and/or its contractor,agents and/or employees,on the road rights-of-way,and/or(3)any claim or cause of action for alleged loss of profits or revenue,or loss of service, by a customer or user of services or products of such company(ies) (collectively "Liabilities" for purposes of this Section V.I). The only Liabilities with respect to which Franchisee's obligation to indemnify the County and its elected and appointed officers,employees and agents does not apply are Liabilities to the extent arising out of,caused by or resulting from the negligence of the County, and its elected and appointed officers, employees and agents and Liabilities that by law the County and its elected and appointed officers,employees and agents for which the County cannot be indemnified. J. Franchisee shall continuously be a member of the State of Washington one number locator service under RCW 19.122, or an approved equivalent, and shall comply with all such applicable rules and regulations. K. Except in the event of emergency as described below,Franchisee and its Agents may not enter upon the Franchise Area to perform work for which a utility permit is not required,unless and except upon two-business days notice to the County Engineer. L. In the event of an emergency involving the threat of imminent harm to persons or property,and for purposes of taking immediate corrective action,Franchisee and its agents may enter the Franchise Area without advance notice to the County as long as such entry is for the sole purpose of addressing the emergency;provided however,that if any entry for such purposes would require issuance of a utility permit,Franchisee shall give the County verbal or telephonic notice of the places where and the manner in which entry is required prior to such entry,promptly followed by written notice. In all cases,notice to the County shall be given as far in advance as practical prior to entry or as soon as practicable after entry upon the road right-of-Way. 5 M. Franchisee shall promptly reimburse the County for their reasonable and direct costs incurred in responding to an emergency that is caused, created by or attributable to the presence, construction,maintenance,repair,or operation of the Franchisees utility facilities in the road rights- of-way. N. If,during installation,construction,relocation,realignment,adjustment,maintenance,or repair of the Franchisee's utility facilities in the road rights-of-way,Franchisee or its agents discover scientific or historic artifacts,Franchisee shall immediately notify the County of said discovery and shall protect such artifacts in a manner as specified by the County. Any such artifact shall be the property of the County if the County wishes to own it. VI. PROTECTION OF PUBLIC All work done under this franchise shall be done in a thorough and workman-like manner. In the performance of Work within or near the road rights-of-way, including without limitation, the opening of trenches and the tunneling under county roads,rights-of way or other county property,the Franchisee shall leave such trenches, ditches and tunnels in such a way as to interfere as little as possible with public travel and shall take all due and necessary precautions to guard the same,so that damage or injury shall not occur or arise by reason of such Work; and where any of such trenches, ditches and tunnels are left open at night,the Franchisee shall place warning lights,barricades and other appropriate protective devices at such a position as to give adequate warning of such Work. The Franchisee shall be liable for any injury to person or persons or damage to property sustained arising out of its carelessness or neglect,or through any failure or neglect to properly guard or give warning of any trenches, ditches or tunnels dug or maintained by the Franchisee. VII. POLICE POWERS The County of Mason,in granting this franchise,does not waive any rights which it now has or may hereafter acquire with respect to county roads, rights-of-way or other county property and this franchise shall not be construed to deprive the county of any powers, rights or privileges which it now has or may hereafter acquire to regulate the use of and to control the county roads,rights-of-way and other county property covered by this franchise. The County retains the right to administer and regulate activities of the Franchisee up to the fullest extent of the law. The failure to reserve a particular right to regulate,or reference a particular regulation,shall not be interpreted by negative implication or otherwise to prevent the application of a regulation to the Franchisee. VIII. RELOCATION Franchisee shall, in the course of any Work,comply with the following requirements: A. The Franchisee shall, by a time specified by the County, protect, support, temporarily disconnect,relocate,or remove any of its utility facilities when required by the County by reason of traffic conditions;public safety;road right-of-way construction;road right-of-way repair(including 6 resurfacing or widening);change of road right-of-way grade;construction,installation,or repair of County-owned sewers,drains,water pipes,power lines,signal lines,tracks,communications system, other public work, public facility, or improvement of any government-owned utility; road right-of-way vacation;or for any other purpose where the County work involved would be aided by the removal or relocation of the utility facilities. Collectively,such matters are referred to below as the "public work." Franchisee acknowledges and understands that any delay by Franchisee in performing the herein described work may delay, hinder, or interfere with the work performed by the County and its contractors and subcontractors done in furtherance of such Public Work and result in damage to the County,including but not limited to,delay claims. Franchisee shall cooperate with the County and its contractors and subcontractors to coordinate such Franchisee work to accommodate the Public Work project and project schedules to avoid delay, hindrance of, or interference with the Public Work. The County of Mason shall make available to the Franchisee a copy of the Six Year Transportation Program and the County's annual construction program after adoption each year. It is anticipated these programs will aid the utility in planning construction programs. B. Franchisee has a duty to protect its utility facilities from work performed by the County within the road rights-of-way. The rights granted to the Franchisee herein do not preclude the County of Mason, its employees, contractors, subcontractors, and agents from blasting, grading, excavating, or doing other necessary road work contiguous to Franchisee's utility facilities; providing that, the Franchisee shall be given a minimum of forty-eight (48) hours notice of said blasting or other work in order that the Franchisee may protect its utility facilities. C. In the event of an emergency,or where the utility facility creates or is contributing to an imminent danger to health, safety, or property, the County may protect, support, temporarily disconnect,remove,or relocate any or all parts of the utility facility without prior notice,and charge the Franchisee for costs incurred. D. If any Person that is authorized to place facilities in the road right of way requests the Franchisee to protect, support,temporarily disconnect,remove, or relocate the Franchisee's utility facilities to accommodate the construction,operation,or repair of the facilities of such other person, the Franchisee shall,after 30 days'advance written notice,take action to effect the necessary changes requested;provided that,if such project is related to or competes with Franchisee's service,or if the effect of such changes would be to permanently deprive Franchisee of the beneficial enjoyment of this franchise for its intended purposes through interference with the operation of Franchisee's utility facilities or otherwise, Franchisee shall not be required to relocate its utility facilities. Unless the matter is governed by a valid contract or a state or federal law or regulation, or unless the Franchisee's utility facilities were not properly installed, the reasonable cost of the same shall be borne by the Person requesting the protection, support, temporary disconnection, removal, or relocation at no charge to the County, even if the County makes the request for such action. 7 E. The Franchisee shall, on the request of any person holding a valid permit issued by a governmental authority, temporarily raise or lower its wires to permit the moving of buildings or other objects. The expense of such temporary removal or raising or lowering of wires shall be paid by the person requesting the same. The County of Mason will accept liability for direct and actual damages to said Franchisee that are the result of the negligence of Mason County, its trustees, officers, employees, contractors, subcontractors or agents while performing County improvement or Public Works projects enumerated in the original franchise agreement under Section VIII,paragraph B. Direct and actual damages are specifically limited to physical damage to properly installed and located infrastructure of the Franchisee and the cost to repair such physical damage. Mason County retains the right to assert all applicable defenses in the event of a dispute including contributory negligence on the part of the Franchisee. Mason County shall in no way be liable for incidental damages claimed to arise from such actions. All Work to be performed by the Franchisee under this section shall pass the inspection of the County Engineer. The Franchisee shall pay all costs of and expenses incurred in the examination, inspection and approval of such work. IX. PRESERVATION OF MONUMENTS/MARKERS Before any work is performed under this franchise which may affect any existing monuments or markers of any nature relating to subdivisions,plats,roads and all other surveys,the Franchisee shall reference all such monuments and markers. The reference points shall be so located that they will not be disturbed during the Franchisee's operations under this franchise. The method of referencing these monuments or other points to be referenced shall be approved by the County Engineer. The replacement of all such monuments or markers disturbed during construction shall be made as expeditiously as conditions permit,and as directed by the County Engineer. The cost of monuments or other markers lost, destroyed, or disturbed, and the expense of replacement by approved monuments shall be borne by the Franchisee. A complete set of reference notes for monument and other ties shall be filed with the office of the Mason County Engineer. X. VACATION OF ROAD RIGHT-OF-WAY If at any time the County shall vacate any County road,right-of-way or other County property which is subject to rights granted by this franchise and said vacation shall be for the purpose of acquiring the fee or other property interest in said road, right-of-way or other county property for the use of Mason County,in either its proprietary or governmental capacity,then the Board of Mason County Commissioners may, at its option, and by giving thirty(30) days written notice to the Franchisee, terminate this franchise with reference to such county road,right-of-way or other county property so vacated, and the County of Mason shall not be liable for any damages or loss to the Franchisee by reason of such termination. It has been the practice of Mason County to reserve easements for 8 utilities at the time of road vacation,and will continue to be the practice until such time the Board of Mason County Commissioners direct a change of practice. XI. FINANCIAL SECURITY A. Insurance Except as otherwise provided herein,Franchisee shall maintain for itself and the County,throughout the entire period any part of Franchisee's utility facilities are located in the Franchise Area, adequate insurance to protect the Parties and their elected and appointed officers, agents,employees against all of County's and Franchisee's liability arising out of Franchisee's use and occupancy of the Franchise Area or any part thereof. This obligation shall require the Franchisee to maintain insurance at least in the following amounts: t 1. COMMERCIAL GENERAL LIABILITY insurance to cover liability, bodily injury, and property damage. The Commercial General Liability insurance shall be written on an occurrence basis, with an aggregate limit location endorsement for the Franchise Area, and shall provide coverage for any and all costs, including defense costs, and losses and damages resulting from personal injury, bodily injury and death, property damage, products liability and completed operations. Such insurance shall include blanket contractual coverage, including coverage for the Franchise as now or hereafter amended and specific coverage for the indemnity provisions set forth herein. Coverage must be written with the following limits of liability; Bodily and Personal Injury&Property Damage $ 1,000,000 per Occurrence $ 2,000,000 aggregate 2 WORKERS' COMPENSATION insurance shall be maintained to comply with statutory limits for all employees,and in the case any work is sublet,the Franchisee shall require its contractors and subcontractors similarly to provide workers' compensation insurance for all the employees. The Franchisee shall also maintain, during the life of this policy, employer's liability insurance;provided'that this obligation shall not apply to any time period during which Franchisee has no employees. The following minimum limits must be maintained: Workers' Compensation Statutory Employer's Liability $ 1,000,000 each occurrence 3.COMPREHENSIVE AUTO LIABILITY insurance shall include owned,hired,and non-owned vehicles operated by Franchisee employees on an occurrence basis with coverage of at least$2,000,000 per occurrence. If the Franchisee, its contractors,or subcontractors do not have the required insurance,the County may require such entities to stop operations until the insurance is obtained and approved. Certificates of Insurance reflecting evidence of the required insurance and approved by the County's 9 Risk Manager for the GENERAL LIABILITY policies described above,shall be sent to the County's risk manager. The certificate shall be filed with the acceptance of the franchise, and annually thereafter, and as provided below. All coverage shall be listed all on one certificate with the same expiration dates. The certificates shall contain a provision that coverages afforded under these policies will not be canceled until at least 30 days'prior written notice has been given to the County. In the event that the insurance certificate provided indicates that the insurance shall terminate or lapse during the period of the franchise,then,in that event,the Franchisee shall furnish,at least 30 days prior to the expiration of the date of such insurance,a renewed certificate of insurance as proof that equal and like coverage has been or will be obtained prior to any such lapse or termination during the balance of the period of the franchise. The County reserves the right, during the term of the franchise, to require any other insurance coverage or adjust the policy limits as it deems reasonably necessary utilizing sound risk management practices and principals based upon the loss exposures. Each insurance policy required pursuant to this franchise shall be primary and non-contributing as respects any coverage maintained by the County and shall include an endorsement reflecting the same. Any other coverage maintained by County shall be excess of this coverage herein defined as primary and shall not contribute with it. The certificate of insurance must reflect that the above wording is included in all such policies. Each insurance policy obtained pursuant to this franchise shall be issued by financially sound insurers who may lawfully do business in the State of Washington with a financial rating at all times during coverage of no less than rating of"A" and a class of"X" or better in the latest edition of "Best's Key Rating Guide"published by A.M.Best Company,or such other financial rating or rating guide approved in writing by the County's risk manager. In the event that at any time during coverage,the insurer does not meet the foregoing standards,Franchisee shall give prompt notice to the County and shall seek coverage from an insurer that meets the foregoing standards. The County reserves the right to change the rating or the rating guide depending upon the changed risks or availability of other suitable and reliable rating guides. Comprehensive general liability insurance policies and coverage obtained pursuant to this franchise shall include an endorsement(standard ISO form CG 24-17)deleting all exclusions for work or incidents occurring within any distance from a railroad track or railroad property, or on, over, or under a railroad track. Insurance policies required pursuant to this franchise shall have no non-standard exclusions unless approved of by the County Risk Manager or designee. Commercial general liability insurance policies obtained pursuant to this franchise shall name the 10 County as an additional insured without limitation,pursuant to an endorsement approved of by the County's Risk Manager or designee. Franchisee and Franchisee's Contractors' insurers, through policy endorsement, shall waive their rights of subrogation against the County for all claims and suits. The certificate of insurance must reflect this waiver of subrogation rights endorsement. Commercial General Liability Insurance policies and coverage required herein of public utility operators may include a reasonable deductible or self-insured retention;provided,however,that as to any Loss or Damage covered as provided herein, if Franchisee elects to include any deductible or self-insured retention,Franchisee shall itself directly cover,in lieu of insurance,any and all County liabilities that would otherwise in accordance with the provisions of this Franchise be covered by Franchisee's insurance if Franchisee elected not to include a deductible or self-insured retention. Such direct coverage by Franchisee shall be in an amount equal to the amount of Franchisee's actual deductible or self-insured retention. Franchisee shall be required to provide a certification of self- insurance retention to the county in a form and content acceptable to the county engineer. B. Performance/Payment Bond. At the same time Franchisee provides its acceptance of this Franchise, the Franchisee shall, if required by the County Engineer, provide a performance and payment bond to ensure the full and faithful performance of all of its responsibilities under this franchise and applicable rules, regulations and ordinances, including, by way of example, but not limited to,its obligations to relocate and remove its utility facilities,to restore the road rights-of-way and other property when damaged or disturbed, and to reimburse the County for its costs. The amount of the performance and payment bond shall be for ZERO ($0). The amount of the bond,or cash deposit as described below, may be adjusted by the County every five years from the date of execution of this franchise,to take into account cumulative inflation or increased risks to the County. The Franchisee may be required to obtain additional bonds in accordance with the County's ordinary practices. The bond shall be in a form with terms and conditions acceptable to the County and reviewed and approved by the County Engineer. The bond shall be with a surety with a rating no less than "A V in the latest edition of"Bests Key Rating Guide," published by A.M. Best Guide. The Franchisee shall pay all premiums or costs associated with maintaining the bond,and shall keep the same in full force and effect at all times.If Franchisee fails to provide or maintain the bond,then the County,in its sole discretion,may require Franchisee to substitute an equivalent cash deposit as described below in lieu of the bond. Franchisee, may at its election or upon order by the County, substitute an equivalent cash deposit instead of a performance and payment bond. This cash deposit shall ensure the full and faithful performance of all of Franchisee's responsibilities hereto under this Permit and all applicable laws, rules, regulations or ordinances. This includes, but is not limited to, its obligations to relocate or remove its facilities, restore the road rights-of-way and other property to their original condition, reimbursing the County for its costs, and keeping Franchisee's insurance in full force. The County shall notify Franchisee in writing, by certified mail, of any default and shall give 11 Franchisee thirty(30)days from the date of such notice to cure any such default. In the event that the Franchisee fails to cure such default to the satisfaction of the County,the County may,at its option, forfeit the entire amount of the cash deposit or draw upon the cash deposit up to the amount of the County's costs incurred to cure Franchisee's default. Upon the County's cure of Franchisee's default,the County shall notify Franchisee in writing of such cure. In the event that the County draws upon the cash deposit or forfeits the same, Franchisee shall thereupon replenish the cash deposit to the full amount as specified herein or provide a replacement performance and payment bond. Before any Work commences in the road right-of-way,the County Engineer may require the operator to provide a performance and payment bond for each separate project in an amount to be determined by the County Engineer, but not less than five hundred dollars, written by a surety company acceptable to the County Risk Manager and authorized to do business in the state of Washington. The purpose of the bond is to insure completion of construction, including the restoration of surfacing,slopes,slope treatment,topsoil,landscape treatment,and drainage facilities,and cleanup of rights-of-way, and payment of costs incurred by the County to enforce the requirements of this Chapter. The performance and payment bond shall be in place for a period ending not more than one year after the date of completion. A project specific performance bond shall not be required in the event that the franchisee has in place a blanket performance bond and, when required, a payment bond, maintained pursuant to the requirements of this franchise. A performance and payment bond for work in the road right-of-way will not be required of the United States Government or any of its agencies or of any municipal corporation or department of the state of Washington and its local subdivisions. C. Limitation of Liability. To the fullest extent permitted by law,the Franchisee shall,and shall cause its contractor(s) to release, indemnify, defend and hold harmless the county and the county's legal representatives,officer(elected or),appointed)employees and agents(collectively, "indemnitees")for, from and against any and all claims, liabilities,fines,penalties,cost,damages, losses, liens, causes of action, suits, demands, judgments and expenses (including, without limitations, court costs, attorneys' fees and costs of investigation, removal and remediation and governmental oversight costs),Environmental or otherwise(collectively"liabilities")of any nature, kind,or description,of any person or entity,directly or indirectly,arising out of,resulting from,or related to (in whole or in part): 1. this franchise; 2. any rights or interests granted pursuant to this franchise; 3. franchisee's occupation and use of the road right of way; 12 4. franchisee's operation of its utility facilities; 5. the presence of utility facilities within the right of way; 6. the environmental condition and status of the road right-of-way caused by, aggravated by,or contributed to, in whole or in part,by franchisee or its agents; or 7. The acts,errors,or omissions of third parties when arising out of the installation, construction,adjustment,relocation,replacement,removal,or maintenance of such third party utility facilities within the road rights-of-way when such work is performed under authority of the operator's utility permit or at the direction or under the control of the operator; or 8. any act or omission of franchisee or franchisee's agents; The only liabilities with respect to which franchisee's obligation to indemnify the indemnitees do not apply are liabilities to the extent arising out of, caused by or resulting from the negligence of the county, its officers, agents, employees or contractors and liabilities that by law the indemnities cannon be indemnified for. Upon written notice from the county,franchisee agrees to assume the defense of any lawsuit or other proceeding brought against any indemnitee by any entity, relating to any matter covered by this franchise for which franchisee has an obligation to assume liability for and/or save and hold harmless any indemnitee.Franchisee shall pay all cost incident to such defense,including,but not limited to, attorneys' fees,investigators' fees,litigation and appeal expenses,settlement payments and amounts paid in satisfaction of judgments. Franchisee will fully satisfy said judgment within ninety(90)days after said suit or action shall have finally been determined if determined adversely to Mason County. Upon the Franchisee's failure to satisfy said judgment within the ninety (90) day period, this franchise shall at once cease and terminate. Acceptance by the County of any Work performed by the Franchisee at the time of completion shall not be grounds for avoidance of this covenant. XII. FRANCHISE NONEXCLUSIVE This franchise shall not be deemed to be an exclusive franchise. It shall in no manner prohibit the County of Mason from granting other utilities under,along,across,over and upon any of the County roads,rights-of-way or other County property subject to this franchise and shall in no way prevent or prohibit the County of Mason from constructing, altering, maintaining or using any of said roads, rights-of-way,drainage structures or facilities,irrigation structures or facilities,or any other county property or affect its jurisdiction over them or any part of them with full power to make all necessary changes,relocations,repairs,maintenance, etc.,the same as the county may deem fit. 13 XIII. SUCCESSORS AND ASSIGNS All the provisions,conditions,regulations and requirements herein contained shall be binding upon the successors and assigns of the Franchisee,and all privileges,as well as all obligations and liability of the Franchisee, shall ensure to its successors and assigns equally as if they were specifically mentioned wherever the Franchisee is mentioned. Any reference in this franchise to a specifically named party shall be deemed to apply to any successor, heir, administrator, executor or assign of such party who has acquired its interest in compliance with the terms of this franchise,or under law. XIV. TRANSFER/ASSIGNMENT Franchisee may assign or transfer this franchise after prior written notice to County of Mason and assignee's written commitment,in a form and content approved by the County Prosecutor,delivered to County of Mason,that assignees shall thereafter be responsible for all obligations of Franchisee with respect to the franchise and guaranteeing performance under the terms and conditions of the franchise and that transferee will be bound by all the conditions of the franchise and will assume all the obligations of its predecessor. Such an assignment shall relieve the Franchisee of any further obligations under the franchise, including any obligations not fulfilled by Franchisee's assignee; provided that,the assignment shall not in any respect relieve the Franchisee,or any of its successors in interest,of responsibility for acts or omissions,known or unknown,or the consequences thereof, which acts or omissions occur prior to the time of the assignment. No franchise or master road use permit may be assigned or transferred without filing or establishing with the county the insurance certificates and performance bond as required pursuant to this franchise. XV. ANNEXATION Whenever any of the County roads, rights-of-way or other county property as designated in this franchise,by reason of the subsequent incorporation of any town or city,or extension of the limits of any town or city, shall fall within the city or town limits and shall by operation of law or otherwise terminate in respect to the said roads,rights-of-way or other county property so included with city or town limits; this franchise shall continue in force and effect to all county roads, rights-of-way or other county property not so included in city or town limits. XVI. REVOCATION/REMEDIES A. Revocation. In addition the right to revoke this franchise as set forth in Title 12 of the Mason County Code, if the Franchisee shall willfully violate, or fail to comply with any of the provisions of this franchise through willful or unreasonable neglect or fail to heed or comply with any notice given the Franchisee under the provision of this grant, then Franchisee shall forfeit all rights conferred hereunder and this franchise may be revoked or annulled,after a public hearing by the Board of County Commissioners. The Franchisee shall not be relieved of any of its obligations to comply promptly with any provision of this franchise by reason of any failure of the County to enforce prompt compliance,and the County's failure to enforce shall not constitute a waiver of rights 14 or acquiescence in the Licensee's conduct. Subject to the required consent, adjudication, permission or authorization of a federal or state regulatory agency with jurisdiction over the subject matter, upon revocation of the franchise, the County may require the Franchisee to remove its utility facilities from any road rights-of-way,and restore such road right-of-way to its same or better condition as existed j ust prior to such removal,or de-commission and abandon such utility facilities in place in whole or in part and in a manner approved by the County Board of Commissioners. If the Franchisee fails to remove utility facilities that the County requires it to remove,the County may perform the work and collect the cost thereof from the Franchisee. The actual cost thereof,including direct and indirect administrative costs,shall be a lien upon all utility facilities of the Franchisee within the franchise Area effective upon filing of the lien with the Mason County Auditor. B. Remedies. The County has the right to exercise any and all of the following remedies, singly or in combination,in the event of Default. "Default"shall mean any failure of Franchisee or its agents to keep,observe,or perform any of Franchisee's or its agent's duties or obligations under this franchise: 1. Damages. Franchisee shall be liable for any and all damages incurred by County. 2. Specific Performance. County shall be entitled to specific performance of each and every obligation of Franchisee under this franchise without any requirement to prove or establish that County does not have an adequate remedy at law. Franchisee hereby waives the requirement of any such proof and acknowledges that County would not have an adequate remedy at law for Franchisee's commission of an Event of Default hereunder. 3. Injunction. County shall be entitled to restrain, by injunction, the actual or threatened commission or attempt of an Event of Default and to obtain a judgment or order specifically prohibiting a violation or breach of this Agreement without, in either case, being required to prove or establish that County does not have an adequate remedy at law. Franchisee hereby waives the requirement of any such proof and acknowledges that County would not have an adequate remedy at law for Franchisee's commission of an Event of Default hereunder. 4. Alternative Remedies. Neither the existence of other remedies identified in this franchise nor the exercise thereof shall be deemed to bar or otherwise limit the right of the County to commence an action for equitable or other relief, and/or proceed against Franchisee and any guarantor for all direct monetary damages, costs and expenses arising from the Default and to recover all such damages, costs and expenses, including reasonable attorneys' fees. Remedies are cumulative;the exercise of one shall not foreclose the exercise of others. XVII. SUBSEQUENT ACTION In the event that after this franchise becomes effective, (a) there is a change in the law which 15 broadens the authority of the County of Mason or the Franchisee with respect to any act permitted or authorized under this franchise; or (b)the County of Mason or the Franchisee believe that amendments to this franchise are necessary or appropriate, then the County of Mason and the Franchisee agree to enter into good faith negotiations to amend this franchise so as to enable the Parties to address, in a manner reasonably acceptable to all Parties, such change or other development which formed the basis for the negotiations. The Parties recognize that the purpose of the negotiations would be to preserve, to the maximum extent consistent with law, the scope and purpose of this franchise. Mason County reserves for itself the right at any time upon ninety(90) days written notice to the Franchisee, to so change, amend, modify or amplify any of the provisions or conditions herein enumerated to conform to any state statute or county regulation,relating to the public welfare,health, safety or highway regulation,as may hereafter be enacted,adopted or promulgated and this franchise may be terminated at such time a public hearing is held by the Board of County Commissioners,and the Franchisee's utility facilities are found not to be operated or maintained in accordance with such statute or regulation. XVIII. ACCEPTANCE Franchisee shall execute and return to the County of Mason a signed acceptance of the franchise granted hereunder. The acceptance shall be in the form of the acceptance attached hereto as Exhibit "A", and in accepting the franchise, Franchisee warrants that it has carefully read the terms and conditions of this franchise and accepts all of the terms and conditions of this franchise and agrees to abide by the same and acknowledges that it has relied upon its own investigation of all relevant facts, that it has had the assistance of counsel, that it was not induced to accept a franchise, that this franchise represents the entire agreement between the Franchisee and the County of Mason. In the event the Franchisee fails to submit the countersigned ordinance and acceptance as provided for herein within the time limits set forth in this section,the grant herein is and shall become null and void. XIX. MISCELLANEOUS PROVISIONS A. Controlling Law/Venue. Any disputes concerning the application or interpretation of any of the provisions of this franchise shall be governed by the laws of the State of Washington. Venue of any action or arbitration brought under this franchise shall be in Mason County,Washington or the Western District of Washington if an action is brought in federal court, provided, however, that venue of such action is legally proper. B. Liens. Franchisee shall promptly pay and discharge any and all liens arising out of any Work done, suffered or permitted to be done by Franchisee on any Franchise Area. C. Waiver. No waiver by either party of any provision of this franchise shall in any way impair the right of such party to enforce that provision for any subsequent breach, or County of 16 Mason's right to enforce all other provisions of this franchise. D. Attorney's Fees. If any action at law or in equity is necessary to enforce or interpret the terms of this franchise,the substantially prevailing Party or Parties shall be entitled to reasonable attorney's fees,costs and necessary disbursements in addition to any other relief to which such Party or Parties may be entitled. E. Amendment. This franchise may be amended only by a written contract signed by authorized representatives of Franchisee and County of Mason. F. Severability. If any provision of this franchise is held to be illegal, invalid or unenforceable under present or future laws,such provision will be fully severable and this franchise will be construed and enforced as if such illegal, invalid or unenforceable provision is not a part hereof,and the remaining provisions hereof will remain in full force and effect. In lieu of any illegal, invalid or unenforceable provision herein, there will be added automatically as a part of this franchise; a provision as similar in its terms to such illegal, invalid or unenforceable provision as may be possible and be legal,valid and enforceable. G. Joint and Several Liability. Franchisee acknowledges that, in any case in which Franchisee and Franchisee's Contractors are responsible under the terms of this franchise, such responsibility is joint and several as between Franchisee and any such Franchisee's Contractors; provided that,the Franchisee is not prohibited from allocating such liability as a matter of contract. H. Notices. Any notice contemplated, required, or permitted to be given under this franchise shall be sufficient if it is in writing and is sent either by: (a)registered or certified mail, return receipt requested;or(b)a nationally recognized overnight mail delivery service,to the Party and at the address specified below, except as such Party and address may be changed by providing notice to the other Party no less than thirty (30) days' advance written notice of such change in address. Franchisee: Lakeland Village Water CoM PO BOX 108 Allyn, WA 98524 Attn: Richard Anderson Grantor: County of Mason Public Works 100 Public Works Drive Shelton, WA 98584 I. Approvals. Nothing in this franchise shall be deemed to impose any duty or obligation upon the County of Mason to determine the adequacy or sufficiency of Franchisee's plans and specifications or to ascertain whether Franchisee's proposed or actual construction, testing, 17 maintenance,repairs,replacement,relocation,adjustment or removal is adequate or sufficient or in conformance with the plans and specifications reviewed by the County of Mason. No approval given, inspection made, review or supervision performed by the County of Mason pursuant to this franchise shall constitute or be construed as a representation or warranty express or implied by County of Mason that such item approved, inspected, or supervised, complies with laws, rules regulations or ordinances or this franchise or meets any particular standard,code or requirement,or is in conformance with the plans and specifications,and no liability shall attach with respect thereto. County and inspections as provided herein, are for the sole purpose of protecting the County of Mason's rights as the owner or manager of the road rights-of-way and shall not constitute any representation or warranty,express or implied,as to the adequacy of the design,construction,repair, or maintenance of the utility facilities, suitability of the Franchise Area for construction, maintenance,or repair of the utility facilities,or any obligation on the part of the County of Mason to insure that work or materials are in compliance with any requirements imposed by a governmental entity. County of Mason is under no obligation or duty to supervise the design, construction, installation, relocation, adjustment, realignment, maintenance, repair, or operation of the utility facilities. J. Force Majeure. Neither Party hereto shall be liable to the other Party for any failure to perform an obligation set forth herein to the extent such failure is caused by war,act of terrorism or an act of God, provided that such Party has made and is making all reasonable efforts to perform such obligation and minimize any and all resulting loss or damage. K. Construction. All pronouns and any variations thereof shall be deemed to refer to the masculine,feminine or neuter, singular or plural,as the identity of the Party or Parties may require. The provisions of this franchise shall be construed as a whole according to their common meaning, except where specifically defined herein,not strictly for or against any party and consistent with the provisions contained herein in order to achieve the objectives and purposes of this franchise. L. Incorporation by Reference. All exhibits annexed hereto at the time of execution of this franchise or in the future as contemplated herein, are hereby incorporated by reference as though fully set forth herein. M. Calculation of Time. All periods of time referred to herein shall include Saturdays, Sundays,and legal holidays in the State of Washington,except that if the last day of any period falls on any Saturday,Sunday,or legal holiday in the State of Washington,the period shall be extended to include the next day which is not a Saturday, Sunday, or legal holiday in the State of Washington. N. Entire Agreement. This franchise is the full and complete agreement of County of Mason and Franchisee with respect to all matters covered herein and all matters related to the use of the Franchise Area by Franchisee and Franchisee's Contractors,and this franchise supersedes any and all other agreements of the Parties hereto with respect to all such matters,including,without limitation, all agreements evidencing the franchise. 18 O. No Recourse. Without limiting such immunities as the County or other persons may have under applicable law,Franchisee shall have no monetary recourse whatsoever against the County or its officials, boards, commissions, agents, or employees for any loss or damage arising out of the County's exercising its authority pursuant to this Franchise or other applicable law. P. Responsibility for Costs. Except as expressly provided otherwise,any act that Franchisee is required to perform under this franchise shall be performed at its cost. If Franchisee fails to perform work that it is required to perform within the time provided for performance, the County may perform the work and bill the Franchisee. The Franchisee shall pay the amounts billed within 30 days. Q. Work of Contractors and Subcontractors. Work by contractors and subcontractors is subject to the same restrictions, limitations, and conditions as if the work was performed by the Franchisee. The Franchisee shall be responsible for all work performed by its contractors and subcontractors,and others performing work on its behalf,under its control,or under authority of its utility permit,as if the work were performed by it and shall ensure that all such work is performed in compliance with this franchise, Title 12 MCC, the Manual and other applicable law, and shall be jointly and severally liable for all damages and correcting all damage caused by them. It is the Franchisee's responsibility to ensure that contractors, subcontractors,or other Persons performing work on the Franchisee's behalf are familiar with the requirements of the franchise,Title 12 MCC, the Manual, and other applicable laws governing the work performed by them. R. Survival of Terms. Upon the expiration, termination, revocation or forfeiture of the franchise,the Franchisee shall no longer have the right to occupy the franchise area for the purpose of providing services authorized herein. However,the Franchisee's obligations under this franchise to the County shall survive the expiration, termination, revocation or forfeiture of these rights according to its terms for so long as the Franchisee's utility facilities shall remain in whole or in part in the road rights of way. By way of illustration and not limitation, Franchisee's obligations to indemnify, defend and hold harmless the County, provide insurance and a performance/payment bond pursuant to Section XI and Franchisee's obligation to relocate its utility facilities pursuant to Section VIII, shall continue in effect as to the Franchisee, notwithstanding any expiration, termination, revocation or forfeiture of the franchise, except to the extent that a County-approved transfer, sale, or assignment of the utility system is completed,and another entity has assumed full and complete responsibility for the utility system or for the relevant acts or omissions. S. Warranties. By acceptance of this franchise, Franchisee warrants: 1. That Franchisee has full right and authority to enter into and perform this Franchise in accordance with the terms hereof, and by entering into or performing this Franchise, Franchisee is not in violation of its charter or by-laws,or any law,regulation,or agreement by which it is bound or to which it is subject; and 2. That the execution,delivery,and performance of this Franchise by Franchisee has been duly authorized by all requisite Board/Commission action, that the signatories for Franchisee of the 19 acceptance hereof are authorized to sign this Franchise,and that the joinder or consent of any other party, including a court, trustee, or referee, is not necessary to make valid and effective the execution, delivery, and performance of this Franchise and acceptance. DATED at Shelton, Washington this day of 20_. BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS APPROVED: MASON COUNTY, WASHINGTON County Engineer Chair Approve as to form: Vice Chair -Z Chief D.P.A. Commissioner 20 Exhibit A ACCEPTANCE OF FRANCHISE Ordinance No. 115-06, effective November 14, 2006. 1, Richard A. Anderson , am the Vice Pres. of LAKELAND VILLAGE WATER COMPANY and am the authorized representative to accept the above-referenced franchise on behalf of LAKELAND VILLAGE WATER COMPANY. I certify that this franchise and all terms and conditions thereof are accepted by LAKELAND VILLAGE WATER CO, without qualification or reservation. DATED this 18tlday of October , 20 19. FRANCHISEE By: '�✓( Gt, Its: Vice President Tax Id. No. 91.1083486 STATE OF WASHINGTON ) ss. COUNTY OF MASON ) I certify that I know or have satisfactory evidence that RICHARD A. ANDERSON is the person who appeared before me,and said person acknowledged that he/she signed this instrument,on oath stated that he/she was authorized to execute the instrument and acknowledged it as theVICE PRESIDENT of the LAKELAND VILLAGE WATER COMPANY to be the free and voluntary act of such party for the uses and purposes mentioned in the instrument. Dated: October 18, 2019 ��• SEV 11 Notary Public P��,139�`',rs+,��1 Print Name Lori A. Severson �"- 36 ` �� My commission expires July 19,2023 0�; NQTARY 'sem �.r PUBU. ' ti= 444.tvPIRES�1\��~�� 111 o` WASE',_.. A EXHIBIT B Description of Franchise Area All roads and county right of ways in LakeLand Village as described in: LakeLand Village Plat 1 Auditors file no. 90102 LakeLand Village Plat 2 Auditors file no. 90107 LakeLand Village Plat 3 Auditors file no. 227856 LakeLand Village Plat 4 Auditors file no. 243983 LakeLand Village Plat 5 Auditors file no. 250416 LakeLand Village Plat 6 Auditors file no. 252653 LakeLand Village Plat 7 Auditors file no. 308408 LakeLand Village Plat 8 Auditors file no. 366081 LakeLand Village Plat 9 Auditors file no 375985 LakeLand Village Plat 10 Auditors file no. 399407 LakeLand Village Plat 11 Auditors file no. 436086 LakeLand Village Plat 11A Auditors file no. 521329 LakeLand Village Plat 12, Phase 1 Auditors file no. 646381 LakeLand Village Plat 12, Phase 2 Auditors file no. 1755279 LakeLand Village Plat 14, Auditors file no. 2085729 Along with all future LakeLand Village Plats ', ru N eAW B RECORDED AT THE REQUEST OF AND AFTER RECORDING RETURN TO: County of Mason 100 West Public Works Drive Shelton WA 98584 Attn: County Engineer Title: Lakeland Village Water Company Franchise Agreement Grantor: COUNTY OF MASON, a legal subdivision of the state of Washington Grantee: LAKELAND VILLAGE WATER COMPANY Description of Franchise Area: SEE EXHIBIT B IN TH] MATTER OF THE APPLICATION OF Mason County PUD# 1 FOR A FRANCHISE PERMIT TO CONSTRUCT, OPERATE, AND MAINTAIN Electrical Water. and Sewer UTILITY FACILITIES, OVER,ALONG AND UNDER COUNTY ROADS AND HIGHWAYS LOCATED IN MASON COUNTY, WASHINGTON Application of(Name of Operator) Mason County PUD# I, doing business in Washington as Mason County PUD# 1, with its principal offices located at 21971 North Highway 101, by and through (person authorized to act for and on behalf of applicant) Damn Hall , for a franchise to construct, operate and maintain (description of type)Electrical, Water And Sewer utility facilities in,over,along and under county roads and highways in Mason County,Washington, as set forth in attached Exhibit°B"(Franchise Area),having come on regularly for hearing before the County-Commissioners of Mason County, Washington, on the day of 20 at the hour of , under the provisions of RCW 36.55,RCW 80.32.010 and RCW 80.36.040,and it appearing to the Board that notice of said hearing has been duly given as required by law, and that it is in the public interest to allow the franchise herein granted; l NOW THEREFORE, IT IS ORDERED that a non-exclusive franchise be, and the same is hereby given and granted to Operator, and its successors and assigns,hereinafter referred to as the Franchisee, for a period of 10 years with automatic renewal at the end of each term of 10 years unless either party gives the other written notice of termination at least 30 days prior to the end of the relevant term. (no more than ten years each term and can only be renewed 3 times) from and after the date of the entry of this order for the purposes, at the location(s), and upon the express terms and conditions as described herein. I. DEFINITIONS For the purposes of this franchise,terms,phrases,words,and their derivations not defined herein that are defined in Title 12 of the Mason County Code or the Manual on Accommodating Utilities in the Mason County Right-of-Way published by the County Engineer(the"Manual"),shall have the same meaning or be interpreted as provided in Title 12 of the Mason County Code or the Manual. Words not defined here, in Title 12 of the Mason County Code or the Manual shall have their ordinary meaning. A reference to Title 12 of the Mason County Code or the Manual refers to the same as may j be amended,revised, updated,re-enacted or re-codified from time to time. II. GRANT The County of Mason hereby grants to the Franchisee a non-exclusive franchise which,once it becomes effective shall authorize the Franchisee to enter upon the road rights-of-way located 1 within the Franchise Area identified in attached Exhibit"B", for the purpose of installing, constructing,maintaining,repairing,replacing,adjusting,relocating and operating the utility faciliti , which grant shall be limited to the following described purpose(s): Electrical,Water, and Sewer. Such grant is subject to and must be exercised in strict accordance with and subject to this franchise, Title 12 of the Mason County Code, the Manual and all applicable laws, rules, regulations and ordinances. Franchisee's exercise of any rights granted pursuant to the franchise is subject to the exercise of the County's police powers,and other regulatory powers as it may have or obtain in the future. No rights shall pass to the franchisee by implication. This franchise does not include j permission to enter into or upon the road rights-of-way for any purposes others than the purposes expressly described herein. Permittee has a duty to notify the County of any change in use or condition of the utility facilities,that may affect the status of the utility facilities or the impact of the utility facilities upon the road rights-of-way. i III. UTILITY PERMIT REQUIRED a Franchisee shall not commence or perform work(hereafter"Work")to install,construct,maintain repair, replace adjust, connect, disconnect, rebuild, or relocate its utility facilities within the road j rights-of-way,without first applying for,paying all associated fees,and obtaining a utility permit as required pursuant to Title 12 of the Mason County Code. In any utility permit so issued,the County may impose,as a condition of the granting the utility permit,such conditions and regulations as may be necessary for the protection,preservation and management of the road rights-of-way,including, by way of example and not limitation, for the purpose of protecting any structures in the road rights-of-way, maintaining proper distance from other utilities, ensuring the proper restoration of such road rights-of-way and structures,and for the protection of the County and the public and the continuity of pedestrian and vehicular traffic. a Franchisee shall first file with the County Engineer its application for a utility permit to do such Work together with plans and specifications in triplicate showing at a minimum: A.The position,depth and location of all such utility facilities sought to be constructed,laid, installed or erected at that time,showing their relative position to existing county roads,rights-of-way or other county property upon plans drawn to scale,hereinafter collectively referred to as the"map of definite location; B. The class and type of material and equipment to be used, manner of excavation, construction,installation,backfill,erection of temporary structures,erection ofpermanent structures, traffic control, traffic turnouts and road obstructions; C. The manner in which the utility facility is to be installed; D. Measures to be taken to preserve safe and free flow of traffic; 2 E. Structural integrity of the roadway,bridge, or other structure; F. Specifications for the restoration of the county road,right-of-way or other county property in the event that the road right of way will be disturbed by the Work; and - G. Provision for ease of future road maintenance and appearance of the roadway. Provision shall be made for known or planned expansion of the utility facilities,particularly those located underground or attached to bridges or other structures within the road right-of-way. The location, alignment and depth of the utility facilities shall conform with said map of definite location, except in instances in which deviation may be allowed thereafter in writing by the County Engineer pursuant to application by Franchisee. All such Work shall be subject to the approval of and shall pass the inspection of the County Engineer.The Franchisee shall pay all costs of and expenses incurred in the examination,inspection and approval of such work on account of granting the said utility permits. IV. RESTORATION OF ROAD RIGHT OF WAY In any Work which disturbs or causes damage to the road rights-of-way subject to this franchise, public or private property, the Franchisee shall at its own expense and with all convenient speed, complete the work to repair and restore the county road right-of-way, or the public or private property so disturbed or damaged, and leave the same in as good or better condition as before the Work was commenced,to the reasonable satisfaction of the County Engineer. The Franchisee shall pay all costs of and expenses incurred in the examination, inspection and approval of such restoration or repair. The County Commissioners and/or County Engineer may at any time do,order or have done any and all work that they consider necessary to restore to a safe condition such County road right-of-way or other County property left by the Franchisee or its agents in a condition dangerous to life or property, and the Franchisee, upon demand,shall pay to the County all costs of such work. V. FRANCHISEE WORK IN RIGHT OF WAY Franchisee expressly agrees and understands that,with regard to Work within the road rights-of-way: A. All of Franchisee's utility facilities and Work within the road rights-of-way or other County property shall be in compliance with the provisions of Title 12 MCC, the Manual, the administrative regulations adopted by the County Engineer,other County established requirements for placement of utility facilities in road rights-of-way, including the specific location of utility facilities in the road rights-of-way, and all applicable laws,rules,regulations and ordinances; B. In preparing plans and specifications for Work of utility facilities in the road rights-of- 3 way the Franchisee shall use the Manual. Prior to commencement of work in the road rights-of-way, Franchisee shall submit such plans and specifications to the Mason County Engineer for review and approval together with adequate exhibits depicting existing or proposed location of the utility facility in relation to the road, including right-of-way or easement lines; relationship to currently planned road revisions,if applicable;and all locations and situations for which deviations in depth of cover (including the proposed method of protection)or other locational standards that are anticipated; C. All Work to utility facilities located within the road rights-of-way or other county property subject to this franchise shall be done in such a manner as not to interfere, other than in ways approved by the County,with the construction, operation and maintenance of other utilities, public or private, drains, drainage ditches and structures,irrigation ditches and structures, located therein,nor with the grading or improvements of such County roads,rights-of-way or other County property; D. The owners and operators of all utility facilities (public or private) installed in the Franchise Area or other county property prior in time to the utility facilities of the Franchisee,shall have preference as to the alignment and location of such utilities so installed with respect to the Franchisee. Such preference shall continue in the event of the necessity of relocating or changing the grade of any such county road or right-of-way; E. Franchisee shall perform the Work and operate its utility facilities in a manner that minimizes interference with the use of the road rights-of-way by others,including others that maybe installing utility facilities; and F. The County may require that Franchisee's utility facilities be installed at a particular time, at a specific place,or in a particular manner as a condition of access to a particular road right-of-way; may deny access if a Franchisee is not willing to comply with the County's requirements;and may remove, or require removal of, any utility facility that is not installed in compliance with the requirements established by the County,or which is installed without prior County approval of the time, place, or manner of installation and charge the Franchisee for all the costs associated with removal; and may require Franchisee to cooperate with others to minimize adverse impacts on the road rights-of-way through joint trenching and other arrangements. G. The County may inspect the utility facilities at any time reasonable under the circumstances to ensure compliance with this franchise and applicable law,including to ensure that the utility facilities are constructed and maintained in a safe condition. If an unsafe condition is found to exist,the County,in addition to taking any other action permitted under applicable law,may order the Franchisee, in writing, to make the necessary repairs and alterations specified therein forthwith to correct the unsafe condition on a time-table established by the County which is reasonable in light of the unsafe condition. The County has the right to correct,inspect,administer, and repair the unsafe condition if the Franchisee fails to do so, and to charge the Franchisee therefore. The right of the County to conduct such inspections and order or make repairs shall not be construed to create an obligation therefore,and such obligation to construct and maintain its utility 4 facilities in a safe condition shall at all times remain the sole obligation of the Franchisee. H. When required by the County,Franchisee shall make information available to the public regarding any work involving the ongoing installation,construction,adjustment,relocation,repair or maintenance of its utility facilities sufficient to show(1)the nature of the work being performed; (2)where it is being performed;(3)its estimated completion date; and(4)progress to completion. I. FRANCHISEE IS PLACED ON NOTICE THAT FIBER OPTIC,COMMUNICATIONS, POWER, CONTROL SYSTEMS, OTHER TYPES OF CABLES, AND PIPELINES MAY BE BURIED ON THE RIGHT OF WAY. Before beginning any underground work, Franchisee will contact the appropriate personnel to have such facilities located and make arrangements as to protective measures that must be adhered to prior to the commencement of any work within the Road rights-of-way. In addition to the liability terms elsewhere in this Agreement, Franchisee shall indemnify and hold the County and its 1 elected and appointed officers, employees and agents harmless against and from all cost,liability,and expense whatsoever(including,without limitation, attorney's fees and court costs and expenses)arising out of or in any way contributed to by any act or omission of Franchisee,its contractor,agents and/or employees,that cause or in any way or degree contribute to (1)any damage to or destruction of any such facilities by Franchisee, and/or its contractor, agents and/or employees, on the County's property, (2) any injury to or death of any person employed by or on behalf of any entity,and/or its contractor,agents and/or employees,on the road rights-of-way,and/or(3)any claim or cause of action for alleged loss of profits or revenue,or loss of service, by a customer or user of services or products of such company(ies) (collectively "Liabilities" for purposes of this Section V.1). The only Liabilities with respect to which Franchisee's obligation to indemnify the County and its elected and appointed officers,employees and agents does not apply are Liabilities to the extent arising out of,caused by or resulting from the negligence of the County, and its elected and appointed officers, employees and agents and Liabilities that by law the County and its elected and appointed officers, employees and agents for which the County cannot be indemnified. J. Franchisee shall continuously be a member of the State of Washington one number locator service under RCW 19.122, or an approved equivalent, and shall comply with all such applicable rules and regulations. K. Except in the event of emergency as described below,Franchisee and its Agents may not enter upon the Franchise Area to perforin work for which a utility permit is not required,unless and except upon two-business days notice to the County Engineer. L. In the event of an emergency involving the threat of inuninent harm to persons or property,and for purposes of taking immediate corrective action,Franchisee and its agents may enter the Franchise Area without advance notice to the County as long as such entry is for the sole purpose of addressing the emergency;provided however,that if any entry for such purposes would require issuance of a utility permit,Franchisee shall give the County verbal or telephonic notice of the places where and the manner in which entry is required prior to such entry,promptly followed by written notice. In all cases,notice to the County shall be given as far in advance as practical prior to entry or as soon as practicable after entry upon the road right-of-Way. 5 i i i M. Franchisee shall promptly reimburse the County for their reasonable and direct costs incurred in responding to an emergency that is caused, created by or attributable to the presence, construction,maintenance,repair,or operation of the Franchisees utility facilities in the road rights- of-way. N. If,during installation,construction,relocation,realignment,adjustment,maintenance,or repair of the Franchisee's utility facilities in the road rights-of-way,Franchisee or its agents discover scientific or historic artifacts,Franchisee shall immediately notify the County of said discovery and shall protect such artifacts in a manner as specified by the County. Any such artifact shall be the property of the County if the County wishes to own it. VI. PROTECTION OF PUBLIC All work done under this franchise shall be done in a thorough and workman-like manner. In the performance of Work within or near the road rights-of-way, including without limitation, the opening of trenches and the tunneling under county roads,rights-of way or other county property,the Franchisee shall leave such trenches, ditches and tunnels in such a way as to interfere as little as possible with public travel and shall take all due and necessary precautions to guard the same,so that damage or injury shall not occur or arise by reason of such Work; and where any of such trenches, ditches and tunnels are left open at night, the Franchisee shall place warning lights,barricades and other appropriate protective devices at such a position as to give adequate warning of such Work. The Franchisee shall be liable for any injury to person or persons or damage to property sustained arising out of its carelessness or neglect,or through any failure or neglect to properly guard or give warning of any trenches, ditches or tunnels dug or maintained by the Franchisee. VII. POLICE POWERS The County of Mason,in granting this franchise,does not waive any rights which it now has or may hereafter acquire with respect to county roads, rights-of-way or other county property and this franchise shall not be construed to deprive the county of any powers, rights or privileges which it now has or may hereafter acquire to regulate the use of and to control the county roads,rights-of-way and other county property covered by this franchise. The County retains the right to administer and regulate activities of the Franchisee up to the fullest extent of the law. The failure to reserve a particular right to regulate,or reference a particular regulation,shall not be interpreted by negative implication or otherwise to prevent the application of a regulation to the Franchisee. VIII. RELOCATION Franchisee shall, in the course of any Work, comply with the following requirements: A. The Franchisee shall,by a time specified by the County, protect, support, temporarily disconnect,relocate,or remove any of its utility facilities when required by the County by reason of traffic conditions;public safety;road right-of-way construction;road right-of-way repair(including 6 resurfacing or widening);change of road right-of-way grade;construction,installation,or repair of County-owned sewers,drains,water pipes,power lines,signal lines,tracks,communications system, other public work, public facility, or improvement of any government-owned utility; road right-of-way vacation;or for any other purpose where the County work involved would be aided by the removal or relocation of the utility facilities. Collectively,such matters are referred to below as the"public work." Franchisee acknowledges and understands that any delay by Franchisee in performing the herein described work may delay, hinder, or interfere with the work performed by the County and its contractors and subcontractors done in furtherance of such Public Work and result in damage to the County,including but not limited to,delay claims. Franchisee shall cooperate with the County and its contractors and subcontractors to coordinate such Franchisee work to accommodate the Public Work project and project schedules to avoid delay, hindrance of, or interference with the Public Work. The County of Mason shall make available to the Franchisee a copy of the Six Year Transportation Program and the County's annual construction program after adoption each year. It is anticipated these programs will aid the utility in planning construction programs. B. Franchisee has a duty to protect its utility facilities from work performed by the County within the road rights-of-way. The rights granted to the Franchisee herein do not preclude the County of Mason, its employees, contractors, subcontractors, and agents from blasting, grading, excavating, or doing other necessary road work contiguous to Franchisee's utility facilities; providing that, the Franchisee shall be given a minimum of forty-eight (48) hours notice of said blasting or other work in order that the Franchisee may protect its utility facilities. C. In the event of an emergency,or where the utility facility creates or is contributing to an imminent danger to health, safety, or property, the County may protect, support, temporarily disconnect,remove,or relocate any or all parts of the utility facility without prior notice,and charge the Franchisee for costs incurred. D. If any Person that is authorized to place facilities in the road right of way requests the Franchisee to protect,support,temporarily disconnect,remove,or relocate the Franchisee's utility facilities to accommodate the construction,operation,or repair of the facilities of such other person, the Franchisee shall,after 30 days'advance written notice,take action to effect the necessary changes requested;provided that,if such project is related to or competes with Franchisee's service,or if the effect of such changes would be to permanently deprive Franchisee of the beneficial enjoyment of this franchise for its intended purposes through interference with the operation of Franchisee's utility facilities or otherwise, Franchisee shall not be required to relocate its utility facilities. Unless the matter is governed by a valid contract or a state or federal law or regulation, or unless the Franchisee's utility facilities were not properly installed, the reasonable cost of the same shall be borne by the Person requesting the protection, support, temporary disconnection, removal, or relocation at no charge to the County, even if the County makes the request for such action. 7 E. The Franchisee shall, on the request of any person holding a valid permit issued by a governmental authority, temporarily raise or lower its wires to permit the moving of buildings or other objects. The expense of such temporary removal or raising or lowering of wires shall be paid by the person requesting the same. The County of Mason will accept liability for direct and actual damages to said Franchisee that are the result of the negligence of Mason County, its trustees, officers, employees, contractors, subcontractors or agents while performing County improvement or Public Works projects enumerated in the original franchise agreement under Section VIII,paragraph B. Direct and actual damages are specifically limited to physical damage to properly installed and located infrastructure of the Franchisee and the cost to repair such physical damage. Mason County retains the right to assert all applicable defenses in the event of a dispute including contributory negligence on the part of the Franchisee. Mason County shall in no way be liable for incidental damages claimed to arise from such actions. All Work to be performed by the Franchisee under this section shall pass the inspection of the County Engineer. The Franchisee shall pay all costs of and expenses incurred in the examination, inspection and approval of such work. IX. PRESERVATION OF MONUMENTS/MARKERS Before any work is performed under this franchise which may affect any existing monuments or markers of any nature relating to subdivisions,plats,roads and all other surveys,the Franchisee shall reference all such monuments and markers. The reference points shall be so located that they will not be disturbed during the Franchisee's operations under this franchise. The method of referencing these monuments or other points to be referenced shall be approved by the County Engineer. The replacement of all such monuments or markers disturbed during construction shall be made as expeditiously as conditions permit,and as directed by the County Engineer. The cost of monuments or other markers lost, destroyed, or disturbed, and the expense of replacement by approved monuments shall be borne by the Franchisee. A complete set of reference notes for monument and other ties shall be filed with the office of the Mason County Engineer. X. VACATION OF ROAD RIGHT-OF-WAY If at any time the County shall vacate any County road,right-of-way or other County property which is subject to rights granted by this franchise and said vacation shall be for the purpose of acquiring the fee or other property interest in said road, right-of-way or other county property for the use of Mason County,in either its proprietary or governmental capacity,then the Board of Mason County Commissioners may, at its option, and by giving thirty(30) days written notice to the Franchisee, terminate this franchise with reference to such county road,right-of-way or other county property so vacated, and the County of Mason shall not be liable for any damages or loss to the Franchisee by reason of such termination. It has been the practice of Mason County to reserve easements for 8 utilities at the time of road vacation,and will continue to be the practice until such time the Board of Mason County Commissioners direct a change of practice. XI.FINANCIAL SECURITY A. Insurance Except as otherwise provided herein,Franchisee shall maintain for itself and the County,throughout the entire period any part of Franchisee's utility facilities are located in the Franchise Area, adequate insurance to protect the Parties and their elected and appointed officers, agents,employees against all of County's and Franchisee's liability arising out of Franchisee's use and occupancy of the Franchise Area or any part thereof. This obligation shall require the Franchisee to maintain insurance at least in the following amounts: 1. COMMERCIAL GENERAL LIABILITY insurance to cover liability,bodily injury, and property damage. The Commercial General Liability insurance shall be written on an occurrence basis, with an aggregate limit location endorsement for the Franchise Area, and shall provide coverage for any and all costs,including defense costs, and losses and damages resulting from personal injury, bodily injury and death, property damage, products liability and completed operations. Such insurance shall include blanket contractual coverage, including coverage for the Franchise as now or hereafter amended and specific coverage for the indemnity provisions set forth herein. Coverage must be written with the following limits of liability: Bodily and Personal Injury&Property Damage $ 1,000,000 per Occurrence $ 2,000,000 aggregate 2 WORKERS' COMPENSATION insurance shall be maintained to comply with statutory limits for all employees,and in the case any work is sublet,the Franchisee shall require its contractors and subcontractors similarly to provide workers' compensation insurance for all the employees. The Franchisee shall also maintain, during the life of this policy, employer's liability insurance;provided that this obligation shall not apply to any time period during which Franchisee has no employees. The following minimum limits must be maintained: Workers'Compensation Statutory Employer's Liability $ 1,000,000 each occurrence 3.COMPREHENSIVE AUTO LIABILITY insurance shall include owned,hired,and non-owned vehicles operated by Franchisee employees on an occurrence basis with coverage of at least$2,000,000 per occurrence. If the Franchisee, its contractors,or subcontractors do not have the required insurance,the County may require such entities to stop operations until the insurance is obtained and approved. Certificates of Insurance reflecting evidence of the required insurance and approved by the County's 9 Risk Manager for the GENERAL LIABILITY policies described above,shall be sent to the County's risk manager. The certificate shall be filed with the acceptance of the franchise, and annually thereafter, and as provided below. All coverage shall be listed all on one certificate with the same expiration dates. The certificates shall contain a provision that coverages afforded under these policies will not be canceled until at least 30 days'prior written notice has been given to the County. In the event that the insurance certificate provided indicates that the insurance shall terminate or lapse during the period of the franchise,then,in that event, the Franchisee shall furnish,at least 30 days prior to the expiration of the date of such insurance,a renewed certificate of insurance as proof that equal and like coverage has been or will be obtained prior to any such lapse or termination during the balance of the period of the franchise. The County reserves the right, during the term of the franchise, to require any other insurance coverage or adjust the policy limits as it deems reasonably necessary utilizing sound risk management practices and principals based upon the loss exposures. Each insurance policy required pursuant to this franchise shall be primary and non-contributing as respects any coverage maintained by the County and shall include an endorsement reflecting the same. Any other coverage maintained by County shall be excess of this coverage herein defined as primary and shall not contribute with it. The certificate of insurance must reflect that the above wording is included in all such policies. Each insurance policy obtained pursuant to this franchise shall be issued by financially sound insurers who may lawfully do business in the State of Washington with a financial rating at all times during coverage of no less than rating of"A" and a class of"X" or better in the latest edition of "Best's Key Rating Guide"published by A.M.Best Company,or such other financial rating or rating guide approved in writing by the County's risk manager. In the event that at any time during coverage,the insurer does not meet the foregoing standards,Franchisee shall give prompt notice to the County and shall seek coverage from an insurer that meets the foregoing standards. The County reserves the right to change the rating or the rating guide depending upon the changed risks or availability of other suitable and reliable rating guides. Comprehensive general liability insurance policies and coverage obtained pursuant to this franchise shall include an endorsement(standard ISO form CG 24-17) deleting all exclusions for work or incidents occurring within any distance from a railroad track or railroad property, or on, over, or under a railroad track. Insurance policies required pursuant to this franchise shall have no non-standard exclusions unless approved of by the County Risk Manager or designee. Commercial general liability insurance policies obtained pursuant to this franchise shall name the 10 County as an additional insured without limitation,pursuant to an endorsement approved of by the County's Risk Manager or designee. Franchisee and Franchisee's Contractors' insurers,through policy endorsement, shall waive their rights of subrogation against the County for all claims and suits. The certificate of insurance must reflect this waiver of subrogation rights endorsement. Commercial General Liability Insurance policies and coverage required herein of public utility operators may include a reasonable deductible or self-insured retention;provided,however,that as to any Loss or Damage covered as provided herein, if Franchisee elects to include any deductible or self-insured retention,Franchisee shall itself directly cover,in lieu of insurance,any and all County liabilities that would otherwise in accordance with the provisions of this Franchise be covered by Franchisee's insurance if Franchisee elected not to include a deductible or self-insured retention. Such direct coverage by Franchisee shall be in an amount equal to the amount of Franchisee's actual deductible or self-insured retention. Franchisee shall be required to provide a certification of self- insurance retention to the county in a form and content acceptable to the county engineer. B. Performance/Payment Bond. At the same time Franchisee provides its acceptance of this Franchise, the Franchisee shall, if required by the County Engineer, provide a performance and payment bond to ensure the full and faithful performance of all of its responsibilities under this franchise and applicable rules,regulations and ordinances, including,by way of example, but not limited to,its obligations to relocate and remove its utility facilities,to restore the road rights-of-way and other property when damaged or disturbed, and to reimburse the County for its costs. The amount of the performance and payment bond shall be for ZERO ($0). The amount of the bond,or cash deposit as described below, may be adjusted by the County every five years from the date of execution of this franchise,to take into account cumulative inflation or increased risks to the County. The Franchisee may be required to obtain additional bonds in accordance with the County's ordinary practices. The bond shall be in a form with terms and conditions acceptable to the County and reviewed and approved by the County Engineer. The bond shall be with a surety with a rating no less than "A X"in the latest edition of"Bests Key Rating Guide,"published by A.M. Best Guide. The Franchisee shall pay all premiums or costs associated with maintaining the bond,and shall keep the same in full force and effect at all times.If Franchisee fails to provide or maintain the bond,then the County,in its sole discretion,may require Franchisee to substitute an equivalent cash deposit as described below in lieu of the bond. Franchisee, may at its election or upon order by the County, substitute an equivalent cash deposit instead of a performance and payment bond. This cash deposit shall ensure the full and faithful performance of all of Franchisee's responsibilities hereto under this Permit and all applicable laws, rules, regulations or ordinances. This includes, but is not limited to, its obligations to relocate or remove its facilities, restore the road rights-of-way and other property to their original condition, reimbursing the County for its costs, and keeping Franchisee's insurance in full force. The County shall notify Franchisee in writing, by certified mail, of any default and shall give 11 i i i I Franchisee thirty(30)days from the date of such notice to cure any such default. In the event that the Franchisee fails to cure such default to the satisfaction of the County,the County may,at its option, forfeit the entire amount of the cash deposit or draw upon the cash deposit up to the amount of the County's costs incurred to cure Franchisee's default. Upon the County's cure of Franchisee's default,the County shall notify Franchisee in writing of such cure. In the event that the County draws upon the cash deposit or forfeits the same, Franchisee shall thereupon replenish the cash deposit to the full amount as specified herein or provide a replacement performance and payment bond. Before any Work commences in the road right-of-way,the County Engineer may require the operator to provide a performance and payment bond for each separate project in an amount to be determined by the County Engineer, but not less than five hundred dollars, written by a surety company acceptable to the County Risk Manager and authorized to do business in the state of Washington. The purpose of the bond is to insure completion of construction, including the restoration of surfacing,slopes,slope treatment,topsoil,landscape treatment,and drainage facilities,and cleanup of rights-of-way, and payment of costs incurred by the County to enforce the requirements of this Chapter. The performance and payment bond shall be in place for a period ending not more than one year after the date of completion. A project specific performance bond shall not be required in the event that the franchisee has in place a blanket performance bond and, when required, a payment bond, maintained pursuant to the requirements of this franchise. A performance and payment bond for work in the road right-of-way will not be required of the United States Government or any of its agencies or of any municipal corporation or department of the state of Washington and its local subdivisions. C. Limitation of Liability. To the fullest extent permitted by law,the Franchisee shall,and shall cause its contractor(s) to release, indemnify, defend and hold harmless the county and the county's legal representatives,officer(elected or),appointed)employees and agents(collectively, "indemnitees') for,from and against any and all claims, liabilities, fines,penalties,cost,damages, losses, liens, causes of action, suits, demands, judgments and expenses (including, without limitations, court costs, attorneys' fees and costs of investigation, removal and remediation and governmental oversight costs),Environmental or otherwise(collectively"liabilities")of any nature, kind,or description,of any person or entity,directly or indirectly,arising out of,resulting from,or related to (in whole or in part): 1. this franchise; 2. any rights or interests granted pursuant to this franchise; 3. franchisee's occupation and use of the road right of way; 12 4. franchisee's operation of its utility facilities; 5. the presence of utility facilities within the right of way; 6.. the environmental condition and status of the road right-of-way caused by, aggravated by,or contributed to, in whole or in part,by franchisee or its agents;or 7. The acts,errors,or omissions of third parties when arising out of the installation, construction,adjustment,relocation,replacement,removal,or maintenance of such third party utility facilities within the road rights-of-way when such work is performed under authority of the operator's utility permit or at the direction or under the control of the operator; or 8. ,any act or omission of franchisee or franchisee's agents; The only liabilities with respect to which franchisee's obligation to indemnify the indemnitees do not apply are liabilities to the extent arising out of, caused by or resulting from the negligence of the county, its officers, agents, employees or contractors and liabilities that by law the indemnities cannon be indemnified for. Upon written notice from the county,franchisee agrees to assume the defense of any lawsuit or other proceeding brought against any indemnitee by any entity, relating to any matter covered by this franchise for which franchisee has an obligation to assume liability for and/or save and hold harmless any indemnitee.Franchisee shall pay all cost incident to such defense,including,but not limited to, attorneys'fees,investigators' fees,litigation and appeal expenses,settlement payments and amounts paid in satisfaction of judgments. Franchisee willfully satisfy said judgment within ninety(90)days after said suit or action shall have finally been determined if determined adversely to Mason County. Upon the Franchisee's failure to satisfy said judgment within the ninety (90) day period, this franchise shall at once cease and terminate. Acceptance by the County of any Work performed by the Franchisee at the time of completion shall not be grounds for avoidance of this covenant. XII. FRANCHISE NONEXCLUSIVE This franchise shall not be deemed to be an exclusive franchise. It shall in no manner prohibit the County of Mason from granting other utilities under,along,across,over and upon any of the County roads,rights-of-way or other County property subject to this franchise and shall in no way prevent or prohibit the County of Mason from constructing,altering,maintaining or using any of said roads, rights-of-way,drainage structures or facilities,irrigation structures or facilities,or any other county property or affect its jurisdiction over them or any part of them with full power to make all necessary changes,relocations, repairs, maintenance, etc., the same as the county may deem fit. 13 XIII. SUCCESSORS AND ASSIGNS All the provisions,conditions,regulations and requirements herein contained shall be binding upon the successors and assigns of the Franchisee,and all privileges,as well as all obligations and liability of the Franchisee, shall ensure to its successors and assigns equally as if they were specifically mentioned wherever the Franchisee is mentioned. Any reference in this franchise to a specifically named party shall be deemed to apply to any successor, heir, administrator, executor or assign of such party who has acquired its interest in compliance with the terms of this franchise,or under law. XIV. TRANSFER/ASSIGNMENT Franchisee may assign or transfer this franchise after prior written notice to County of Mason and assignee's written commitment,in a form and content approved by the County Prosecutor,delivered to County of Mason,that assignees shall thereafter be responsible for all obligations of Franchisee with respect to the franchise and guaranteeing performance under the terms and conditions of the franchise and that transferee will be bound by all the conditions of the franchise and will assume all the obligations of its predecessor. Such an assignment shall relieve the Franchisee of any further obligations under the franchise, including any obligations not fulfilled by Franchisee's assignee; provided that,the assignment shall not in any respect relieve the Franchisee,or any of its successors in interest,of responsibility for acts or omissions,known or unknown,or the consequences thereof, which acts or omissions occur prior to the time of the assignment. No franchise or master road use permit may be assigned or transferred without filing or establishing with the county the insurance certificates and performance bond as required pursuant to this franchise. XV. ANNEXATION Whenever any of the County roads, rights-of-way or other county property as designated in this franchise,by reason of the subsequent incorporation of any town or city,or extension of the limits of any town or city,shall fall within the city or town limits and shall by operation of law or otherwise terminate in respect to the said roads,rights-of-way or other county property so included with city or town limits; this franchise shall continue in force and effect to all county roads,rights-of-way or other county property not so included in city or town limits. XVI. REVOCATION/REMEDIES A. Revocation. In addition the right to revoke this franchise as set forth in Title 12 of the Mason County Code, if the Franchisee shall willfully violate, or fail to comply with any of the provisions of this franchise through willful or unreasonable neglect or fail to heed or comply with any notice given the Franchisee under the provision of this grant,then Franchisee shall forfeit all rights conferred hereunder and this franchise may be revoked or annulled, after a public hearing by the Board of County Commissioners. The Franchisee shall not be relieved of any of its obligations to comply promptly with any provision of this franchise by reason of any failure of the County to enforce prompt compliance,and the County's failure to enforce shall not constitute a waiver of rights 14 or acquiescence in the Licensee's conduct. Subject to the required consent, adjudication, permission or authorization of a federal or state regulatory agency with jurisdiction over the subject matter, upon revocation of the franchise, the County may require the Franchisee to remove its utility facilities from any road rights-of-way,and restore such road right-of-way to its same or better condition as existed just prior to such removal,or de-commission and abandon such utility facilities in place in whole or in part and in a manner approved by the County Board of Commissioners. If the Franchisee fails to remove utility facilities that the County requires it to remove,the County may perform the work and collect the cost thereof from the Franchisee. The actual cost thereof,including direct and indirect administrative costs,shall be a lien upon all utility facilities of the Franchisee within the franchise Area effective upon filing of the lien with the Mason County Auditor. B. Remedies. The County has the right to exercise any and all of the following remedies, singly or in combination,in the event of Default. "Default"shall mean any failure of Franchisee or its agents to keep,observe,or perform any of Franchisee's or its agent's duties or obligations under this franchise: 1. Damages. Franchisee shall be liable for any and all damages incurred by County. 2. Specific Performance. County shall be entitled to specific performance of each and every obligation of Franchisee under this franchise without any requirement to prove or establish that County does not have an adequate remedy at law. Franchisee hereby waives the requirement of any such proof and acknowledges that County would not have an adequate remedy at law for Franchisee's commission of an Event of Default hereunder. 3. Injunction. County shall be entitled to restrain, by injunction, the actual or threatened commission or attempt of an Event of Default and to obtain a judgment or order specifically prohibiting a violation or breach of this Agreement without, in either case, being required to prove or establish that County does not have an adequate remedy at law. Franchisee hereby waives the requirement of any such proof and acknowledges that County would not have an adequate remedy at law for Franchisee's commission of an Event of Default hereunder. 4. Alternative Remedies. Neither the existence of other remedies identified in this franchise nor the exercise thereof shall be deemed to bar or otherwise limit the right of the County to commence an action for equitable or other relief, and/or proceed against Franchisee and any guarantor for all direct monetary damages, costs and expenses arising from the Default and to recover all such damages, costs and expenses, including reasonable attorneys' fees. Remedies are cumulative; the exercise of one shall not foreclose the exercise of others. XVH. SUBSEQUENT ACTION In the event that after this franchise becomes effective, (a) there is a change in the law which 15 broadens the authority of the County of Mason or the Franchisee with respect to any act permitted or authorized under this franchise; or (b)the County of Mason or the Franchisee believe that amendments to this franchise are necessary or appropriate, then the County of Mason and the Franchisee agree to enter into good faith negotiations to amend this franchise so as to enable the Parties to address, in a manner reasonably acceptable to all Parties, such change or other development which formed the basis for the negotiations. The Parties recognize that the purpose of the negotiations would be to preserve,to the maximum extent consistent with law, the scope and purpose of this franchise. Mason County reserves for itself the right at any time upon ninety(90) days written notice to the Franchisee, to so change, amend, modify or amplify any of the provisions or conditions herein enumerated to conform to any state statute or county regulation,relating to the public welfare,health, safety or highway regulation,as may hereafter be enacted,adopted or promulgated and this franchise may be terminated at such time a public hearing is held by the Board of County Commissioners,and the Franchisee's utility facilities are found not to be operated or maintained in accordance with such statute or regulation. XVIII. ACCEPTANCE Franchisee shall execute and return to the County of Mason a signed acceptance of the franchise granted hereunder. The acceptance shall be in the form of the acceptance attached hereto as Exhibit "A", and in accepting the franchise, Franchisee warrants that it has carefully read the terms and conditions of this franchise and accepts all of the terms and conditions of this franchise and agrees to abide by the same and acknowledges that it has relied upon its own investigation of all relevant facts, that it has had the assistance of counsel, that it was not induced to accept a franchise, that this franchise represents the entire agreement between the Franchisee and the County of Mason. In the event the Franchisee fails to submit the countersigned ordinance and acceptance as provided for herein within the time limits set forth in this section,the grant herein is and shall become null and void. XIX. MISCELLANEOUS PROVISIONS A. Controlling Law/Venue. Any disputes concerning the application or interpretation of any of the provisions of this franchise shall be governed by the laws of the State of Washington. Venue of any action or arbitration brought under this franchise shall be in Mason County,Washington or the Western District of Washington if an action is brought in federal court, provided, however, that venue of such action is legally proper. B. Liens. Franchisee shall promptly pay and discharge any and all liens arising out of any Work done,suffered or permitted to be done by Franchisee on any Franchise Area. C. Waiver. No waiver by either party of any provision of this franchise shall in any way impair the right of such party to enforce that provision for any subsequent breach, or County of 16 Mason's right to enforce all other provisions of this franchise. D.Attorney's Fees. If any action at law or in equity is necessary to enforce or interpret the terms of this franchise, the substantially prevailing Party or Parties shall be entitled to reasonable attorney's fees,costs and necessary disbursements in addition to any other relief to which such Party or Parties may be entitled. E. Amendment. This franchise may be amended only by a written contract signed by authorized representatives of Franchisee and County of Mason. F. Severability. If .any provision of this franchise is held to be illegal, invalid or unenforceable under present or future laws,such provision will be fully severable and this franchise will be construed and enforced as if such illegal, invalid or unenforceable provision is not a part hereof,and the remaining provisions hereof will remain in full force and effect. In lieu of any illegal, invalid or unenforceable provision herein, there will be added automatically as a part of this franchise; a provision as similar in its terms to such illegal, invalid or unenforceable provision as may be possible and be legal, valid and enforceable. G. Joint and Several Liability: Franchisee acknowledges that, in any case in which Franchisee and Franchisee's Contractors are responsible under the terms of this franchise, such responsibility is joint and several as between Franchisee and any such Franchisee's Contractors; provided that,the Franchisee is not prohibited from allocating such liability as a matter of contract. H. Notices. Any notice contemplated, required, or permitted to be given under this franchise shall be sufficient if it is in writing and is sent either by: (a)registered or certified mail, return receipt requested;or(b)a nationally recognized overnight mail delivery service,to the Party and at the address specified below,except as such Party and address may be changed by providing notice to the other Party no less than thirty (30) days' advance written notice of such change in address. Franchisee: Mason County PUD# 1 21971 North Hi hway 101 Shelton,WA 98584 Attn: Darin Hall Grantor: County of Mason Public Works 100 Public Works Drive Shelton, WA 98584 L Approvals. Nothing in this franchise shall be deemed to impose any duty or obligation upon the County of Mason to determine the adequacy or sufficiency of Franchisee's plans and specifications or to ascertain whether Franchisee's proposed or actual construction, testing, 17 maintenance,repairs,replacement,relocation,adjustment or removal is adequate or sufficient or in conformance with the plans and specifications reviewed by the County of Mason. No approval given, inspection made,review or supervision performed by the County of Mason pursuant to this franchise shall constitute or be construed as a representation or warranty express or implied by County of Mason that such item approved, inspected, or supervised, complies with laws, rules regulations or ordinances or this franchise or meets any particular standard,code or requirement,or is in conformance with the plans and specifications,and no liability shall attach with respect thereto. County and inspections as provided herein, are for the sole purpose of protecting the County of Mason's rights as the owner or manager of the road rights-of-way and shall not constitute any representation or warranty,express or implied,as to the adequacy of the design,construction,repair, or maintenance of the utility facilities, suitability of the Franchise Area for construction, maintenance,or repair of the utility facilities,or any obligation on the part of the County of Mason to insure that work or materials are in compliance with any requirements imposed by a governmental entity. County of Mason is under no obligation or duty to supervise the design, construction, installation, relocation, adjustment, realignment, maintenance, repair, or operation of the utility facilities. J. Force Majeure. Neither Party hereto shall be liable to the other Party for any failure to perform an obligation set forth herein to the extent such failure is caused by war,act of terrorism or an act of God,provided that such Party has made and is making all reasonable efforts to perform such obligation and minimize any and all resulting loss or damage. K. Construction. All pronouns and any variations thereof shall be deemed to refer to the masculine, feminine or neuter,singular or plural, as the identity of the Party or Parties may require. The provisions of this franchise shall be construed as a whole according to their common meaning, except where specifically defined herein,not strictly for or against any party and consistent with the provisions contained herein in order to achieve the objectives and purposes of this franchise. L. Incorporation by Reference. All exhibits annexed hereto at the time of execution of this franchise or in the future as contemplated herein, are hereby incorporated by reference as though fully set forth herein. M. Calculation of Time. All periods of time referred to herein shall include Saturdays, Sundays,and legal holidays in the State of Washington,except that if the last day of any period falls on any Saturday,Sunday,or legal holiday in the State of Washington,the period shall be extended to include the next day which is not a Saturday, Sunday,or legal holiday in the State of Washington. N. Entire Agreement. This franchise is the full and complete agreement of County of Mason and Franchisee with respect to all matters covered herein and all matters related to the use of the Franchise Area by Franchisee and Franchisee's Contractors,and this franchise supersedes any and all other agreements of the Parties hereto with respect to all such matters,including,without limitation, all agreements evidencing the franchise. 18 O. No Recourse. Without limiting such immunities as the County or other persons may have under applicable law,Franchisee shall have no monetary recourse whatsoever against the County or its officials,boards, commissions, agents, or employees for any loss or damage arising out of the County's exercising its authority pursuant to this Franchise or other applicable law. P. Responsibility for Costs. Except as expressly provided otherwise,any act that Franchisee is required to perform under this franchise shall be performed at its cost. If Franchisee fails to perform work that it is required to perform within the time provided for performance, the County may perform the work and bill the Franchisee. The Franchisee shall pay the amounts billed within 30 days. Q. Work of Contractors and Subcontractors. Work by contractors and subcontractors is subject to the same restrictions, limitations, and conditions as if the work was performed by the Franchisee. The Franchisee shall be responsible for all work performed by its contractors and subcontractors,and others performing work on its behalf,under its control,or under authority of its utility permit,as if the work were performed by it and shall ensure that all such work is performed in compliance with this franchise,Title 12 MCC, the Manual and other applicable law, and shall be jointly and severally liable for all damages and correcting all damage caused by them. It is the Franchisee's,responsibility to ensure that contractors,subcontractors, or other Persons performing work on the Franchisee's behalf are familiar with the requirements of the franchise,Title 12 MCC, the Manual, and other applicable laws governing the work performed by them. R. Survival of Terms. Upon the expiration, termination, revocation or forfeiture of the franchise,the Franchisee shall no longer have the right to occupy the franchise area for the purpose of providing services authorized herein. However,the Franchisee's obligations under this franchise to the County shall survive the expiration, termination, revocation or forfeiture of these rights according to its terms for so long as the Franchisee's utility facilities shall remain in whole or in part in the road rights of way. By way of illustration and not limitation, Franchisee's obligations to indemnify, defend and hold harmless the County, provide insurance and a performance/payment bond pursuant to Section XI and Franchisee's obligation to relocate its utility facilities pursuant to Section VIII, shall continue in effect as to the Franchisee, notwithstanding any expiration, termination,revocation or forfeiture of the franchise, except to the extent that a County-approved transfer,sale, or assignment of the utility system is completed,and another entity has assumed full and complete responsibility for the utility system or for the relevant acts or omissions. S. Warranties. By acceptance of this franchise,Franchisee warrants: 1. That Franchisee has full right and authority to enter into and perform this Franchise in accordance with the terms hereof, and by entering into or performing this Franchise, Franchisee is not in violation of its charter or by-laws,or any law,regulation,or agreement by which it is bound or to which it is subject; and 2. That the execution,delivery,and performance of this Franchise by Franchisee has been duly authorized by all requisite Board/Commission action, that the signatories for Franchisee of the i 19 I acceptance hereof are authorized to sign this Franchise,and that the joinder or consent of any other party, including a court, trustee, or referee, is not necessary to make valid and effective the execution, delivery, and performance of this Franchise and acceptance. DATED at Shelton,Washington this day of 20_. BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS APPROVED: MASON COUNTY, WASHINGTON A . County Engineer Chair Approve as to form: Vice Chair Chief D.P.A. Commissioner 20 Exhibit A ACCEPTANCE OF FRANCHISE Ordinance No. 115-06, effective November 14, 2006. 1, am the .CedU(of C3�r?���,�art�i and am the authorized representative to accept the above-referenced franchise on behalf of I certify that this franchise and all terms and conditions thereof are accepted by without qualification or reservation. DATED this day of QC 4o�)e{ , 20A FRANCHISEE By: �01L Its: op 0&err Tax Id.No. STATE OF(�( Yl ) ss. COUNTY OF Ina, ) I certify that I know or have satisfactory evidence that &.C/k1 a G ( is the person who appeared before me,and said person acknowledged that he/she signed this instrument,on oath stated that he�she was authorized to execute the instrument and acknowledged it as the /� of the ,�r���,�j S>° to be the free and voluntary act of suc party for the uses and purposes mentioned in the instrument. Dated: \� 0 C'(� ��`i���i Notary Public 1\��,• �SSipq FCI r,///moi Print Name +Q•.9 My commission expires61, _C! `� 'PUBLIC r �•��� �, f.3p•202 �,� \\\�� i��j VASH\0o��`�� Win A EXHIBIT B Description of Franchise Area All County Roads,right of way and real property in Mason County. B RECORDED AT THE REQUEST OF AND AFTER RECORDING RETURN TO: County of Mason 100 West Public Works Drive Shelton WA 98584 Attn: County Engineer Title: Mason County PUD#1 Franchise Agreement Grantor: COUNTY OF MASON,a legal subdivision of the state of Washington Grantee: Mason County PUD# 1 Description of Franchise Area: SEE EXHIBIT B IN THE MATTER OF THE APPLICATION OF Paradise Service Associates FOR A FRANCHISE PERMIT TO CONSTRUCT, OPERATE,AND MAINTAIN Water System&Appurtenances UTILITY FACILITIES, OVER, ALONG AND UNDER COUNTY ROADS AND HIGHWAYS LOCATED IN MASON COUNTY, WASHINGTON Application of(Name of Operator) Paradise Service Associates, doing business in Washington as Paradise Service Associates, with its principal offices located at 261 E Shore Drive, Grapeview, WA 98546, by and through (person authorized to act for and on behalf of applicant) Velinda Brown, for a franchise to construct,operate and maintain(description of type) Water utility facilities in,over,along and under county roads and highways in Mason County,Washington,as set forth in attached Exhibit `B" (Franchise Area), having come on regularly for hearing before the County Commissioners of Mason County, Washington, on the day of 20 , at the hour of , under the provisions of RCW 36.55, RCW 80.32.010 and RCW 80.36.040,and it appearing to the Board that notice of said hearing has been duly given as required by law, and that it is in the public interest to allow the franchise herein granted; NOW THEREFORE, IT IS ORDERED that a non-exclusive franchise be, and the same is hereby given and granted to Operator, and its successors and assigns,hereinafter referred to as the Franchisee, for a period of 10 years with automatic renewal at the end of each term of 10 years unless either party gives the other written notice of termination at least 30 days prior to the end of the relevant term. (no more than ten years each term and can only be renewed 3 times)from and after the date of the entry of this order for the purposes, at the location(s),and upon the express terms and conditions as described herein. I. DEFINITIONS For the purposes of this franchise,terms,phrases,words,and their derivations not defined herein that are defined in Title 12 of the Mason County Code or the Manual on Accommodating Utilities in the Mason County Right-of-Way published by the County Engineer(the"Manual"),shall have the same meaning or be interpreted as provided in Title 12 of the Mason County Code or the Manual. Words not defined here, in Title 12 of the Mason County Code or the Manual shall have their ordinary meaning. A reference to Title 12 of the Mason County Code or the Manual refers to the same as may be amended,revised,updated, re-enacted or re-codified from time to time. II. GRANT The County of Mason hereby grants to the Franchisee a non-exclusive franchise which,once it becomes effective shall authorize the Franchisee to enter upon the road rights-of-way located within the Franchise Area identified in attached Exhibit`B", for the purpose of installing, 1 constructing,maintaining,repairing,replacing, adjusting, relocating and operating the utility facilities,which grant shall be limited to the following described purpose(s): Water System& Appurtenances. Such grant is subject to and must be exercised in strict accordance with and subject to this franchise, Title 12 of the Mason County Code, the Manual and all applicable laws, rules, regulations and ordinances. Franchisee's exercise of any rights granted pursuant to the franchise is subject to the exercise of the County's police powers,and other regulatory powers as it may have or obtain in the future. No rights shall pass to the franchisee by implication. This franchise does not include permission to enter into or upon the road rights-of-way for any purposes others than the purposes expressly described herein. Permittee has a duty to notify the County of any change in use or condition of the utility facilities that may affect the status of the utility facilities or the impact of the utility facilities upon the road rights-of-way. III. UTILITY PERMIT REQUIRED Franchisee shall not commence or perform work(hereafter"Work")to install,construct,maintain repair, replace adjust, connect, disconnect, rebuild, or relocate its utility facilities within the road rights-of-way,without first applying for,paying all associated fees,and obtaining a utility permit as required pursuant to Title 12 of the Mason County Code. In any utility permit so issued,the County may impose,as a condition of the granting the utility permit,such conditions and regulations as may be necessary for the protection,preservation and management of the road rights-of-way,including, by way of example and not limitation, for the purpose of protecting any structures in the road rights-of-way, maintaining proper distance from other utilities, ensuring the proper restoration of such road rights-of-way and structures,and for the protection of the County and the public and the continuity of pedestrian and vehicular traffic. Franchisee shall first file with the County Engineer its application for a utility permit to do such Work together with plans and specifications in triplicate showing at a minimum: A.The position,depth and location of all such utility facilities sought to be constructed,laid, installed or erected at that time,showing their relative position to existing county roads,rights-of-way or other county property upon plans drawn to scale,hereinafter collectively referred to as the"map of definite location; B. The class and type of material and equipment to be used, manner of excavation, construction,installation,backfill,erection of temporary structures,erection of permanent structures, traffic control,traffic turnouts and road obstructions; C. The manner in which the utility facility is to be installed; D. Measures to be taken to preserve safe and free flow of traffic; 2 E. Structural integrity of the roadway, bridge, or other structure; F. Specifications for the restoration of the county road,right-of-way or other county property in the event that the road right of way will be disturbed by the Work; and G. Provision for ease of future road maintenance and appearance of the roadway. Provision shall be made for known or planned expansion of the utility facilities,particularly those located underground or attached to bridges or other structures within the road right-of-way. The location, alignment and depth of the utility facilities shall conform with said map of definite location,except in instances in which deviation may be allowed thereafter in writing by the County Engineer pursuant to application by Franchisee. All such Work shall be subject to the approval of and shall pass the inspection of the County Engineer.The Franchisee shall pay all costs of and expenses incurred in the examination,inspection and approval of such work on account of granting the said utility permits. IV. RESTORATION OF ROAD RIGHT OF WAY In any Work which disturbs or causes damage to the road rights-of-way subject to this franchise, public or private property, the Franchisee shall at its own expense and with all convenient speed, complete the work to repair and restore the county road right-of-way, or the public or private property so disturbed or damaged, and leave the same in as good or better condition as before the Work was commenced,to the reasonable satisfaction of the County Engineer. The Franchisee shall pay all costs of and expenses incurred in the examination, inspection and approval of such restoration or repair. The County Commissioners and/or County Engineer may at any time do,order or have done any and all work that they consider necessary to restore to a safe condition such County road right-of-way or other County property left by the Franchisee or its agents in a condition dangerous to life or property, and the Franchisee, upon demand, shall pay to the County all costs of such work. V. FRANCHISEE WORK IN RIGHT OF WAY Franchisee expressly agrees and understands that,with regard to Work within the road rights-of-way: A. All of Franchisee's utility facilities and Work within the road rights-of-way or other County property shall be in compliance with the provisions of Title 12 MCC, the Manual, the administrative regulations adopted by the County Engineer,other County established requirements for placement of utility facilities in road rights-of-way, including the specific location of utility facilities in the road rights-of-way, and all applicable laws, rules, regulations and ordinances; B. In preparing plans and specifications for Work of utility facilities in the road rights-of- 3 way the Franchisee shall use the Manual. Prior to commencement of work in the road rights-of-way, Franchisee shall submit such plans and specifications to the Mason County Engineer for review and approval together with adequate exhibits depicting existing or proposed location of the utility facility in relation to the road, including right-of-way or easement lines; relationship to currently planned road revisions,if applicable;and all locations and situations for which deviations in depth of cover (including the proposed method of protection)or other locational standards that are anticipated; C. All Work to utility facilities located within the road rights-of-way or other county property subject to this franchise shall be done in such a manner as not to interfere, other than in ways approved by the County, with the construction, operation and maintenance of other utilities, public or private, drains, drainage ditches and structures, irrigation ditches and structures, located therein,nor with the grading or improvements of such County roads,rights-of-way or other County property; D. The owners and operators of all utility facilities (public or private) installed in the Franchise Area or other county property prior in time to the utility facilities of the Franchisee,shall have preference as to the alignment and location of such utilities so installed with respect to the Franchisee. Such preference shall continue in the event of the necessity of relocating or changing the grade of any such county road or right-of-way; E. Franchisee shall perform the Work and operate its utility facilities in a manner that minimizes interference with the use of the road rights-of-way by others,including others that may be installing utility facilities; and F. The County may require that Franchisee's utility facilities be installed at a particular time, at a specific place,or in a particular manner as a condition of access to a particular road right-of-way; may deny access if a Franchisee is not willing to comply with the County's requirements;and may remove, or require removal of, any utility facility that is not installed in compliance with the requirements established by the County,or which is installed without prior County approval of the time, place, or manner of installation and charge the Franchisee for all the costs associated with removal; and may require Franchisee to cooperate with others to minimize adverse impacts on the road rights-of-way through joint trenching and other arrangements. G. The County may inspect the utility facilities at any time reasonable under the circumstances to ensure compliance with this franchise and applicable law,including to ensure that the utility facilities are constructed and maintained in a safe condition. If an unsafe condition is found to exist,the County,in addition to taking any other action permitted under applicable law,may order the Franchisee, in writing, to make the necessary repairs and alterations specified therein forthwith to correct the unsafe condition on a time-table established by the County which is reasonable in light of the unsafe condition. The County has the right to correct,inspect,administer, and repair the unsafe condition if the Franchisee fails to do so, and to charge the Franchisee therefore. The right of the County to conduct such inspections and order or make repairs shall not be construed to create an obligation therefore,and such obligation to construct and maintain its utility 4 facilities in a safe condition shall at all times remain the sole obligation of the Franchisee. H. When required by the County,Franchisee shall make information available to the public regarding any work involving the ongoing installation,construction,adjustment,relocation,repair or maintenance of its utility facilities sufficient to show(1)the nature of the work being performed; (2)where it is being performed; (3)its estimated completion date; and(4)progress to completion. I. FRANCHISEE IS PLACED ON NOTICE THAT FIBER OPTIC,COMMUNICATIONS, POWER, CONTROL SYSTEMS, OTHER TYPES OF CABLES, AND PIPELINES MAY BE BURIED ON THE RIGHT OF WAY. Before beginning any underground work, Franchisee will contact the appropriate personnel to have such facilities located and make arrangements as to protective measures that must be adhered to prior to the commencement of any work within the Road rights-of-way. In addition to the liability terms elsewhere in this Agreement, Franchisee shall indemnify and hold the County and its elected and appointed officers, employees and agents harmless against and from all cost,liability,and expense whatsoever(including,without limitation, attorney's fees and court costs and expenses)arising out of or in any way contributed to by any act or omission of Franchisee,its contractor,agents and/or employees,that cause or in any way or degree contribute to (1)any damage to or destruction of any such facilities by Franchisee, and/or its contractor, agents and/or employees, on the County's property, (2)any injury to or death of any person employed by or on behalf of any entity,and/or its contractor,agents and/or employees,on the road rights-of-way,and/or(3)any claim or cause of action for alleged loss of profits or revenue,or loss of service, by a customer or user of services or products of such company(ies) (collectively "Liabilities" for purposes of this Section V.I). The only Liabilities with respect to which Franchisee's obligation to indemnify the County and its elected and appointed officers,employees and agents does not apply are Liabilities to the extent arising out of,caused by or resulting from the negligence of the County, and its elected and appointed officers, employees and agents and Liabilities that by law the County and its elected and appointed officers, employees and agents for which the County cannot be indemnified. J. Franchisee shall continuously be a member of the State of Washington one number locator service under RCW 19.122, or an approved equivalent, and shall comply with all such applicable rules and regulations. K. Except in the event of emergency as described below,Franchisee and its Agents may not enter upon the Franchise Area to perform work for which a utility permit is not required,unless and except upon two-business days notice to the County Engineer. L. In the event of an emergency involving the threat of imminent harm to persons or property,and for purposes of taking immediate corrective action,Franchisee and its agents may enter the Franchise Area without advance notice to the County as long as such entry is for the sole purpose of addressing the emergency; provided however,that if any entry for such purposes would require issuance of a utility permit,Franchisee shall give the County verbal or telephonic notice of the places where and the manner in which entry is required prior to such entry,promptly followed by written notice. In all cases,notice to the County shall be given as far in advance as practical prior to entry or as soon as practicable after entry upon the road right-of-Way. 5 M. Franchisee shall promptly reimburse the County for their reasonable and direct costs incurred in responding to an emergency that is caused, created by or attributable to the presence, construction,maintenance,repair,or operation of the Franchisees utility facilities in the road rights- of-way. N. If,during installation,construction,relocation,realignment,adjustment,maintenance,or repair of the Franchisee's utility facilities in the road rights-of-way,Franchisee or its agents discover scientific or historic artifacts,Franchisee shall immediately notify the County of said discovery and shall protect such artifacts in a manner as specified by the County. Any such artifact shall be the property of the County if the County wishes to own it. VI. PROTECTION OF PUBLIC All work done under this franchise shall be done in a thorough and workman-like manner. In the performance of Work within or near the road rights-of-way, including without limitation, the opening of trenches and the tunneling under county roads,rights-of way or other county property,the Franchisee shall leave such trenches, ditches and tunnels in such a way as to interfere as little as possible with public travel and shall take all due and necessary precautions to guard the same,so that damage or injury shall not occur or arise by reason of such Work; and where any of such trenches, ditches and tunnels are left open at night,the Franchisee shall place warning lights,barricades and other appropriate protective devices at such a position as to give adequate warning of such Work. The Franchisee shall be liable for any injury to person or persons or damage to property sustained arising out of its carelessness or neglect,or through any failure or neglect to properly guard or give warning of any trenches, ditches or tunnels dug or maintained by the Franchisee. VII. POLICE POWERS The County of Mason,in granting this franchise,does not waive any rights which it now has or may hereafter acquire with respect to county roads, rights-of-way or other county property and this franchise shall not be construed to deprive the county of any powers, rights or privileges which it now has or may hereafter acquire to regulate the use of and to control the county roads,rights-of-way and other county property covered by this franchise. The County retains the right to administer and regulate activities of the Franchisee up to the fullest extent of the law. The failure to reserve a particular right to regulate,or reference a particular regulation, shall not be interpreted by negative implication or otherwise to prevent the application of a regulation to the Franchisee. VIII. RELOCATION Franchisee shall, in the course of any Work, comply with the following requirements: A. The Franchisee shall, by a time specified by the County, protect, support, temporarily disconnect,relocate,or remove any of its utility facilities when required by the County by reason of traffic conditions;public safety;road right-of-way construction;road right-of-way repair(including 6 resurfacing or widening);change of road right-of-way grade;construction,installation,or repair of County-owned sewers,drains,water pipes,power lines,signal lines,tracks,communications system, other public work, public facility, or improvement of any government-owned utility; road right-of-way vacation;or for any other purpose where the County work involved would be aided by the removal or relocation of the utility facilities. Collectively,such matters are referred to below as the "public work." Franchisee acknowledges and understands that any delay by Franchisee in performing the herein described work may delay, hinder, or interfere with the work performed by the County and its contractors and subcontractors done in furtherance of such Public Work and result in damage to the County,including but not limited to,delay claims. Franchisee shall cooperate with the County and its contractors and subcontractors to coordinate such Franchisee work to accommodate the Public Work project and project schedules to avoid delay, hindrance of, or interference with the Public Work. The County of Mason shall make available to the Franchisee a copy of the Six Year Transportation Program and the County's annual construction program after adoption each year. It is anticipated these programs will aid the utility in planning construction programs. B. Franchisee has a duty to protect its utility facilities from work performed by the County within the road rights-of-way. The rights granted to the Franchisee herein do not preclude the County of Mason, its employees, contractors, subcontractors, and agents from blasting, grading, excavating, or doing other necessary road work contiguous to Franchisee's utility facilities; providing that, the Franchisee shall be given a minimum of forty-eight (48) hours notice of said blasting or other work in order that the Franchisee may protect its utility facilities. C. In the event of an emergency,or where the utility facility creates or is contributing to an imminent danger to health, safety, or property, the County may protect, support, temporarily disconnect,remove,or relocate any or all parts of the utility facility without prior notice,and charge the Franchisee for costs incurred. D. If any Person that is authorized to place facilities in the road right of way requests the Franchisee to protect, support,temporarily disconnect,remove,or relocate the Franchisee's utility facilities to accommodate the construction,operation,or repair of the facilities of such other person, the Franchisee shall,after 30 days'advance written notice,take action to effect the necessary changes requested;provided that,if such project is related to or competes with Franchisee's service,or if the effect of such changes would be to permanently deprive Franchisee of the beneficial enjoyment of this franchise for its intended purposes through interference with the operation of Franchisee's utility facilities or otherwise, Franchisee shall not be required to relocate its utility facilities. Unless the matter is governed by a valid contract or a state or federal law or regulation, or unless the Franchisee's utility facilities were not properly installed, the reasonable cost of the same shall be borne by the Person requesting the protection, support, temporary disconnection, removal, or relocation at no charge to the County, even if the County makes the request for such action. 7 E. The Franchisee shall, on the request of any person holding a valid permit issued by a governmental authority, temporarily raise or lower its wires to permit the moving of buildings or other objects. The expense of such temporary removal or raising or lowering of wires shall be paid by the person requesting the same. The County of Mason will accept liability for direct and actual damages to said Franchisee that are the result of the negligence of Mason County, its trustees, officers, employees, contractors, subcontractors or agents while performing County improvement or Public Works projects enumerated in the original franchise agreement under Section VIII,paragraph B. Direct and actual damages are specifically limited to physical damage to properly installed and located infrastructure of the Franchisee and the cost to repair such physical damage. Mason County retains the right to assert all applicable defenses in the event of a dispute including contributory negligence on the part of the Franchisee. Mason County shall in no way be liable for incidental damages claimed to arise from such actions. All Work to be performed by the Franchisee under this section shall pass the inspection of the County Engineer. The Franchisee shall pay all costs of and expenses incurred in the examination, inspection and approval of such work. IX. PRESERVATION OF MONUMENTS/MARKERS Before any work is performed under this franchise which may affect any existing monuments or markers of any nature relating to subdivisions,plats,roads and all other surveys,the Franchisee shall reference all such monuments and markers. The reference points shall be so located that they will not be disturbed during the Franchisee's operations under this franchise. The method of referencing these monuments or other points to be referenced shall be approved by the County Engineer. The replacement of all such monuments or markers disturbed during construction shall be made as expeditiously as conditions permit,and as directed by the County Engineer. The cost of monuments or other markers lost, destroyed, or disturbed, and the expense of replacement by approved monuments shall be borne by the Franchisee. A complete set of reference notes for monument and other ties shall be filed with the office of the Mason County Engineer. X. VACATION OF ROAD RIGHT-OF-WAY If at any time the County shall vacate any County road,right-of-way or other County property which is subject to rights granted by this franchise and said vacation shall be for the purpose of acquiring the fee or other property interest in said road, right-of-way or other county property for the use of Mason County,in either its proprietary or governmental capacity,then the Board of Mason County Commissioners may, at its option, and by giving thirty(30)days written notice to the Franchisee, terminate this franchise with reference to such county road,right-of-way or other county property so vacated, and the County of Mason shall not be liable for any damages or loss to the Franchisee by reason of such termination. It has been the practice of Mason County to reserve easements for 8 utilities at the time of road vacation,and will continue to be the practice until such time the Board of Mason County Commissioners direct a change of practice. XI. FINANCIAL SECURITY A. Insurance Except as otherwise provided herein,Franchisee shall maintain for itself and the County,throughout the entire period any part of Franchisee's utility facilities are located in the Franchise Area, adequate insurance to protect the Parties and their elected and appointed officers, agents,employees against all of County's and Franchisee's liability arising out of Franchisee's use and occupancy of the Franchise Area or any part thereof. This obligation shall require the Franchisee to maintain insurance at least in the following amounts: 1. COMMERCIAL GENERAL LIABILITY insurance to cover liability, bodily injury, and property damage. The Commercial General Liability insurance shall be written on an occurrence basis, with an aggregate limit location endorsement for the Franchise Area, and shall provide coverage for any and all costs, including defense costs, and losses and damages resulting from personal injury, bodily injury and death, property damage, products liability and completed operations. Such insurance shall include blanket contractual coverage, including coverage for the Franchise as now or hereafter amended and specific coverage for the indemnity provisions set forth herein. Coverage must be written with the following limits of liability: Bodily and Personal Injury&Property Damage $ 1,000,000 per Occurrence $ 2,000,000 aggregate 2 WORKERS' COMPENSATION insurance shall be maintained to comply with statutory limits for all employees,and in the case any work is sublet,the Franchisee shall require its contractors and subcontractors similarly to provide workers' compensation insurance for all the employees. The Franchisee shall also maintain, during the life of this policy, employer's liability insurance;provided that this obligation shall not apply to any time period during which Franchisee has no employees. The following minimum limits must be maintained: Workers' Compensation Statutory Employer's Liability $ 1,000,000 each occurrence 3.COMPREHENSIVE AUTO LIABILITY insurance shall include owned,hired,and non-owned vehicles operated by Franchisee employees on an occurrence basis with coverage of at least$2,000,000 per occurrence. If the Franchisee, its contractors,or subcontractors do not have the required insurance,the County may require such entities to stop operations until the insurance is obtained and approved. Certificates of Insurance reflecting evidence of the required insurance and approved by the County's 9 Risk Manager for the GENERAL LIABILITY policies described above,shall be sent to the County's risk manager. The certificate shall be filed with the acceptance of the franchise, and annually thereafter, and as provided below. All coverage shall be listed all on one certificate with the same expiration dates. The certificates shall contain a provision that coverages afforded under these policies will not be canceled until at least 30 days'prior written notice has been given to the County. In the event that the insurance certificate provided indicates that the insurance shall terminate or lapse during the period of the franchise,then,in that event,the Franchisee shall furnish,at least 30 days prior to the expiration of the date of such insurance,a renewed certificate of insurance as proof that equal and like coverage has been or will be obtained prior to any such lapse or termination during the balance of the period of the franchise. The County reserves the right, during the term of the franchise, to require any other insurance coverage or adjust the policy limits as it deems reasonably necessary utilizing sound risk management practices and principals based upon the loss exposures. Each insurance policy required pursuant to this franchise shall be primary and non-contributing as respects any coverage maintained by the County and shall include an endorsement reflecting the same. Any other coverage maintained by County shall be excess of this coverage herein defined as primary and shall not contribute with it. The certificate of insurance must reflect that the above wording is included in all such policies. Each insurance policy obtained pursuant to this franchise shall be issued by financially sound insurers who may lawfully do business in the State of Washington with a financial rating at all times during coverage of no less than rating of"A" and a class of"X" or better in the latest edition of "Best's Key Rating Guide"published by A.M.Best Company,or such other financial rating or rating guide approved in writing by the County's risk manager. In the event that at any time during coverage,the insurer does not meet the foregoing standards,Franchisee shall give prompt notice to the County and shall seek coverage from an insurer that meets the foregoing standards. The County reserves the right to change the rating or the rating guide depending upon the changed risks or availability of other suitable and reliable rating guides. Comprehensive general liability insurance policies and coverage obtained pursuant to this franchise shall include an endorsement(standard ISO form CG 24-17) deleting all exclusions for work or incidents occurring within any distance from a railroad track or railroad property, or on, over, or under a railroad track. Insurance policies required pursuant to this franchise shall have no non-standard exclusions unless approved of by the County Risk Manager or designee. Commercial general liability insurance policies obtained pursuant to this franchise shall name the 10 County as an additional insured without limitation,pursuant to an endorsement approved of by the County's Risk Manager or designee. Franchisee and Franchisee's Contractors' insurers, through policy endorsement, shall waive their rights of subrogation against the County for all claims and suits. The certificate of insurance must reflect this waiver of subrogation rights endorsement. Commercial General Liability Insurance policies and coverage required herein of public utility operators may include a reasonable deductible or self-insured retention;provided,however,that as to any Loss or Damage covered as provided herein, if Franchisee elects to include any deductible or self-insured retention,Franchisee shall itself directly cover,in lieu of insurance,any and all County liabilities that would otherwise in accordance with the provisions of this Franchise be covered by Franchisee's insurance if Franchisee elected not to include a deductible or self-insured retention. Such direct coverage by Franchisee shall be in an amount equal to the amount of Franchisee's actual deductible or self-insured retention. Franchisee shall be required to provide a certification of self- insurance retention to the county in a form and content acceptable to the county engineer. B. Performance/Payment Bond. At the same time Franchisee provides its acceptance of this Franchise, the Franchisee shall, if required by the County Engineer, provide a performance and payment bond to ensure the full and faithful performance of all of its responsibilities under this franchise and applicable rules, regulations and ordinances, including, by way of example, but not limited to,its obligations to relocate and remove its utility facilities,to restore the road rights-of-way and other property when damaged or disturbed, and to reimburse the County for its costs. The amount of the performance and payment bond shall be for ZERO ($0). The amount of the bond,or cash deposit as described below, may be adjusted by the County every five years from the date of execution of this franchise,to take into account cumulative inflation or increased risks to the County. The Franchisee may be required to obtain additional bonds in accordance with the County's ordinary practices. The bond shall be in a form with terms and conditions acceptable to the County and reviewed and approved by the County Engineer. The bond shall be with a surety with a rating no less than "A V in the latest edition of"Bests Key Rating Guide," published by A.M. Best Guide. The Franchisee shall pay all premiums or costs associated with maintaining the bond,and shall keep the same in full force and effect at all times.If Franchisee fails to provide or maintain the bond,then the County,in its sole discretion,may require Franchisee to substitute an equivalent cash deposit as described below in lieu of the bond. Franchisee, may at its election or upon order by the County, substitute an equivalent cash deposit instead of a performance and payment bond. This cash deposit shall ensure the full and faithful performance of all of Franchisee's responsibilities hereto under this Permit and all applicable laws, rules, regulations or ordinances. This includes, but is not limited to, its obligations to relocate or remove its facilities, restore the road rights-of-way and other property to their original condition, reimbursing the County for its costs, and keeping Franchisee's insurance in full force. The County shall notify Franchisee in writing, by certified mail, of any default and shall give 11 Franchisee thirty(30)days from the date of such notice to cure any such default. In the event that the Franchisee fails to cure such default to the satisfaction of the County,the County may,at its option, forfeit the entire amount of the cash deposit or draw upon the cash deposit up to the amount of the County's costs incurred to cure Franchisee's default. Upon the County's cure of Franchisee's default,the County shall notify Franchisee in writing of such cure. In the event that the County draws upon the cash deposit or forfeits the same, Franchisee shall thereupon replenish the cash deposit to the full amount as specified herein or provide a replacement performance and payment bond. Before any Work commences in the road right-of-way,the County Engineer may require the operator to provide a performance and payment bond for each separate project in an amount to be determined by the County Engineer, but not less than five hundred dollars, written by a surety company acceptable to the County Risk Manager and authorized to do business in the state of Washington. The purpose of the bond is to insure completion of construction, including the restoration of surfacing,slopes,slope treatment,topsoil,landscape treatment,and drainage facilities,and cleanup of rights-of-way, and payment of costs incurred by the County to enforce the requirements of this Chapter. The performance and payment bond shall be in place for a period ending not more than one year after the date of completion. A project specific performance bond shall not be required in the event that the franchisee has in place a blanket performance bond and, when required, a payment bond, maintained pursuant to the requirements of this franchise. A performance and payment bond for work in the road right-of-way will not be required of the United States Government or any of its agencies or of any municipal corporation or department of the state of Washington and its local subdivisions. C. Limitation of Liability. To the fullest extent permitted by law,the Franchisee shall,and shall cause its contractor(s) to release, indemnify, defend and hold harmless the county and the county's legal representatives,officer(elected or),appointed)employees and agents(collectively, "indemnitees")for, from and against any and all claims, liabilities,fines,penalties,cost,damages, losses, liens, causes of action, suits, demands, judgments and expenses (including, without limitations, court costs, attorneys' fees and costs of investigation, removal and remediation and governmental oversight costs),Environmental or otherwise(collectively"liabilities")of any nature, kind,or description,of any person or entity,directly or indirectly,arising out of,resulting from,or related to (in whole or in part): 1. this franchise; 2. any rights or interests granted pursuant to this franchise; 3. franchisee's occupation and use of the road right of way; 12 4. franchisee's operation of its utility facilities; 5. the presence of utility facilities within the right of way; 6. the environmental condition and status of the road right-of-way caused by, aggravated by, or contributed to, in whole or in part,by franchisee or its agents; or 7. The acts,errors,or omissions of third parties when arising out of the installation, construction,adjustment,relocation,replacement,removal,or maintenance of such third party utility facilities within the road rights-of-way when such work is performed under authority of the operator's utility permit or at the direction or under the control of the operator; or 8. any act or omission of franchisee or franchisee's agents; The only liabilities with respect to which franchisee's obligation to indemnify the indemnitees do not apply are liabilities to the extent arising out of, caused by or resulting from the negligence of the county, its officers, agents, employees or contractors and liabilities that by law the indemnities cannon be indemnified for. Upon written notice from the county,franchisee agrees to assume the defense of any lawsuit or other proceeding brought against any indemnitee by any entity, relating to any matter covered by this franchise for which franchisee has an obligation to assume liability for and/or save and hold harmless any indemnitee.Franchisee shall pay all cost incident to such defense,including,but not limited to, attorneys'fees,investigators'fees,litigation and appeal expenses,settlement payments and amounts paid in satisfaction of judgments. Franchisee willfully satisfy said judgment within ninety(90)days after said suit or action shall have finally been determined if determined adversely to Mason County. Upon the Franchisee's failure to satisfy said judgment within the ninety (90) day period, this franchise shall at once cease and terminate. Acceptance by the County of any Work performed by the Franchisee at the time of completion shall not be grounds for avoidance of this covenant. XII. FRANCHISE NONEXCLUSIVE This franchise shall not be deemed to be an exclusive franchise. It shall in no manner prohibit the County of Mason from granting other utilities under,along,across,over and upon any of the County roads,rights-of-way or other County property subject to this franchise and shall in no way prevent or prohibit the County of Mason from constructing, altering, maintaining or using any of said roads, rights-of-way,drainage structures or facilities,irrigation structures or facilities,or any other county property or affect its jurisdiction over them or any part of them with full power to make all necessary changes, relocations, repairs,maintenance, etc.,the same as the county may deem fit. 13 XIII. SUCCESSORS AND ASSIGNS All the provisions,conditions,regulations and requirements herein contained shall be binding upon the successors and assigns of the Franchisee,and all privileges,as well as all obligations and liability of the Franchisee, shall ensure to its successors and assigns equally as if they were specifically mentioned wherever the Franchisee is mentioned. Any reference in this franchise to a specifically named party shall be deemed to apply to any successor, heir, administrator, executor or assign of such party who has acquired its interest in compliance with the terms of this franchise,or under law. XIV. TRANSFER/ASSIGNMENT Franchisee may assign or transfer this franchise after prior written notice to County of Mason and assignee's written commitment,in a form and content approved by the County Prosecutor,delivered to County of Mason,that assignees shall thereafter be responsible for all obligations of Franchisee with respect to the franchise and guaranteeing performance under the terms and conditions of the franchise and that transferee will be bound by all the conditions of the franchise and will assume all the obligations of its predecessor. Such an assignment shall relieve the Franchisee of any further obligations under the franchise, including any obligations not fulfilled by Franchisee's assignee; provided that,the assignment shall not in any respect relieve the Franchisee,or any of its successors in interest,of responsibility for acts or omissions,known or unknown,or the consequences thereof, which acts or omissions occur prior to the time of the assignment. No franchise or master road use permit may be assigned or transferred without filing or establishing with the county the insurance certificates and performance bond as required pursuant to this franchise. XV. ANNEXATION Whenever any of the County roads, rights-of-way or other county property as designated in this franchise,by reason of the subsequent incorporation of any town or city,or extension of the limits of any town or city, shall fall within the city or town limits and shall by operation of law or otherwise terminate in respect to the said roads,rights-of-way or other county property so included with city or town limits; this franchise shall continue in force and effect to all county roads, rights-of-way or other county property not so included in city or town limits. XVI. REVOCATION/REMEDIES A. Revocation. In addition the right to revoke this franchise as set forth in Title 12 of the Mason County Code, if the Franchisee shall willfully violate, or fail to comply with any of the provisions of this franchise through willful or unreasonable neglect or fail to heed or comply with any notice given the Franchisee under the provision of this grant, then Franchisee shall forfeit all rights conferred hereunder and this franchise may be revoked or annulled,after a public hearing by the Board of County Commissioners. The Franchisee shall not be relieved of any of its obligations to comply promptly with any provision of this franchise by reason of any failure of the County to enforce prompt compliance,and the County's failure to enforce shall not constitute a waiver of rights 14 or acquiescence in the Licensee's conduct. Subject to the required consent, adjudication, permission or authorization of a federal or state regulatory agency with jurisdiction over the subject matter, upon revocation of the franchise, the County may require the Franchisee to remove its utility facilities from any road rights-of-way,and restore such road right-of-way to its same or better condition as existed just prior to such removal,or de-commission and abandon such utility facilities in place in whole or in part and in a manner approved by the County Board of Commissioners. If the Franchisee fails to remove utility facilities that the County requires it to remove,the County may perform the work and collect the cost thereof from the Franchisee. The actual cost thereof,including direct and indirect administrative costs,shall be a lien upon all utility facilities of the Franchisee within the franchise Area effective upon filing of the lien with the Mason County Auditor. B. Remedies. The County has the right to exercise any and all of the following remedies, singly or in combination,in the event of Default. "Default"shall mean any failure of Franchisee or its agents to keep,observe,or perform any of Franchisee's or its agent's duties or obligations under this franchise: 1. Damages. Franchisee shall be liable for any and all damages incurred by County. 2. Specific Performance. County shall be entitled to specific performance of each and every obligation of Franchisee under this franchise without any requirement to prove or establish that County does not have an adequate remedy at law. Franchisee hereby waives the requirement of any such proof and acknowledges that County would not have an adequate remedy at law for Franchisee's commission of an Event of Default hereunder. 3. Injunction. County shall be entitled to restrain, by injunction, the actual or threatened commission or attempt of an Event of Default and to obtain a judgment or order specifically prohibiting a violation or breach of this Agreement without, in either case, being required to prove or establish that County does not have an adequate remedy at law. Franchisee hereby waives the requirement of any such proof and acknowledges that County would not have an adequate remedy at law for Franchisee's commission of an Event of Default hereunder. 4. Alternative Remedies. Neither the existence of other remedies identified in this franchise nor the exercise thereof shall be deemed to bar or otherwise limit the right of the County to commence an action for equitable or other relief, and/or proceed against Franchisee and any guarantor for all direct monetary damages, costs and expenses arising from the Default and to recover all such damages, costs and expenses, including reasonable attorneys' fees. Remedies are cumulative;the exercise of one shall not foreclose the exercise of others. XVII. SUBSEQUENT ACTION In the event that after this franchise becomes effective, (a) there is a change in the law which 15 broadens the authority of the County of Mason or the Franchisee with respect to any act permitted or authorized under this franchise; or (b)the County of Mason or the Franchisee believe that amendments to this franchise are necessary or appropriate, then the County of Mason and the Franchisee agree to enter into good faith negotiations to amend this franchise so as to enable the Parties to address, in a manner reasonably acceptable to all Parties, such change or other development which formed the basis for the negotiations. The Parties recognize that the purpose of the negotiations would be to preserve, to the maximum extent consistent with law, the scope and purpose of this franchise. Mason County reserves for itself the right at any time upon ninety (90) days written notice to the Franchisee, to so change, amend, modify or amplify any of the provisions or conditions herein enumerated to conform to any state statute or county regulation,relating to the public welfare,health, safety or highway regulation,as may hereafter be enacted,adopted or promulgated and this franchise may be terminated at such time a public hearing is held by the Board of County Commissioners,and the Franchisee's utility facilities are found not to be operated or maintained in accordance with such statute or regulation. XVIII. ACCEPTANCE Franchisee shall execute and return to the County of Mason a signed acceptance of the franchise granted hereunder. The acceptance shall be in the form of the acceptance attached hereto as Exhibit "A", and in accepting the franchise, Franchisee warrants that it has carefully read the terms and conditions of this franchise and accepts all of the terms and conditions of this franchise and agrees to abide by the same and acknowledges that it has relied upon its own investigation of all relevant facts, that it has had the assistance of counsel, that it was not induced to accept a franchise, that this franchise represents the entire agreement between the Franchisee and the County of Mason. In the event the Franchisee fails to submit the countersigned ordinance and acceptance as provided for herein within the time limits set forth in this section, the grant herein is and shall become null and void. XIX. MISCELLANEOUS PROVISIONS A. Controlling Law/Venue. Any disputes concerning the application or interpretation of any of the provisions of this franchise shall be governed by the laws of the State of Washington. Venue of any action or arbitration brought under this franchise shall be in Mason County,Washington or the Western District of Washington if an action is brought in federal court, provided, however, that venue of such action is legally proper. B. Liens. Franchisee shall promptly pay and discharge any and all liens arising out of any Work done, suffered or permitted to be done by Franchisee on any Franchise Area. C. Waiver. No waiver by either party of any provision of this franchise shall in any way impair the right of such party to enforce that provision for any subsequent breach, or County of 16 Mason's right to enforce all other provisions of this franchise. D. Attorney's Fees. If any action at law or in equity is necessary to enforce or interpret the terms of this franchise, the substantially prevailing Party or Parties shall be entitled to reasonable attorney's fees,costs and necessary disbursements in addition to any other relief to which such Party or Parties may be entitled. E. Amendment. This franchise may be amended only by a written contract signed by authorized representatives of Franchisee and County of Mason. F. Severability. If any provision of this franchise is held to be illegal, invalid or unenforceable under present or future laws,such provision will be fully severable and this franchise will be construed and enforced as if such illegal, invalid or unenforceable provision is not a part hereof,and the remaining provisions hereof will remain in full force and effect. In lieu of any illegal, invalid or unenforceable provision herein, there will be added automatically as a part of this franchise; a provision as similar in its terms to such illegal, invalid or unenforceable provision as may be possible and be legal,valid and enforceable. G. Joint and Several Liability. Franchisee acknowledges that, in any case in which Franchisee and Franchisee's Contractors are responsible under the terms of this franchise, such responsibility is joint and several as between Franchisee and any such Franchisee's Contractors; provided that,the Franchisee is not prohibited from allocating such liability as a matter of contract. H. Notices. Any notice contemplated, required, or permitted to be given under this franchise shall be sufficient if it is in writing and is sent either by: (a)registered or certified mail, return receipt requested;or(b)a nationally recognized overnight mail delivery service,to the Party and at the address specified below, except as such Party and address may be changed by providing notice to the other Party no less than thirty (30) days' advance written notice of such change in address. Franchisee: Paradise Service Associates 261 E Shore Drive Grapeview, WA 98546 Attn: Water Manama Grantor: County of Mason Public Works 100 Public Works Drive Shelton, WA 98584 I. Approvals. Nothing in this franchise shall be deemed to impose any duty or obligation upon the County of Mason to determine the adequacy or sufficiency of Franchisee's plans and specifications or to ascertain whether Franchisee's proposed or actual construction, testing, 17 maintenance,repairs,replacement,relocation,adjustment or removal is adequate or sufficient or in conformance with the plans and specifications reviewed by the County of Mason. No approval given, inspection made,review or supervision performed by the County of Mason pursuant to this franchise shall constitute or be construed as a representation or warranty express or implied by County of Mason that such item approved, inspected, or supervised, complies with laws, rules regulations or ordinances or this franchise or meets any particular standard,code or requirement,or is in conformance with the plans and specifications,and no liability shall attach with respect thereto. County and inspections as provided herein, are for the sole purpose of protecting the County of Mason's rights as the owner or manager of the road rights-of-way and shall not constitute any representation or warranty,express or implied,as to the adequacy of the design,construction,repair, or maintenance of the utility facilities, suitability of the Franchise Area for construction, maintenance,or repair of the utility facilities,or any obligation on the part of the County of Mason to insure that work or materials are in compliance with any requirements imposed by a governmental entity. County of Mason is under no obligation or duty to supervise the design, construction, installation, relocation, adjustment, realignment, maintenance, repair, or operation of the utility facilities. J. Force Majeure. Neither Party hereto shall be liable to the other Party for any failure to perform an obligation set forth herein to the extent such failure is caused by war,act of terrorism or an act of God, provided that such Party has made and is making all reasonable efforts to perform such obligation and minimize any and all resulting loss or damage. K. Construction. All pronouns and any variations thereof shall be deemed to refer to the masculine,feminine or neuter,singular or plural,as the identity of the Party or Parties may require. The provisions of this franchise shall be construed as a whole according to their common meaning, except where specifically defined herein,not strictly for or against any party and consistent with the provisions contained herein in order to achieve the objectives and purposes of this franchise. L. Incorporation by Reference. All exhibits annexed hereto at the time of execution of this franchise or in the future as contemplated herein, are hereby incorporated by reference as though fully set forth herein. M. Calculation of Time. All periods of time referred to herein shall include Saturdays, Sundays,and legal holidays in the State of Washington,except that if the last day of any period falls on any Saturday,Sunday,or legal holiday in the State of Washington,the period shall be extended to include the next day which is not a Saturday, Sunday, or legal holiday in the State of Washington. N. Entire Agreement. This franchise is the full and complete agreement of County of Mason and Franchisee with respect to all matters covered herein and all matters related to the use of the Franchise Area by Franchisee and Franchisee's Contractors,and this franchise supersedes any and all other agreements of the Parties hereto with respect to all such matters,including,without limitation, all agreements evidencing the franchise. 18 O. No Recourse. Without limiting such immunities as the County or other persons may have under applicable law,Franchisee shall have no monetary recourse whatsoever against the County or its officials, boards, commissions, agents, or employees for any loss or damage arising out of the County's exercising its authority pursuant to this Franchise or other applicable law. P. Responsibility for Costs. Except as expressly provided otherwise,any act that Franchisee is required to perform under this franchise shall be performed at its cost. If Franchisee fails to perform work that it is required to perform within the time provided for performance,the County may perform the work and bill the Franchisee. The Franchisee shall pay the amounts billed within 30 days. Q. Work of Contractors and Subcontractors. Work by contractors and subcontractors is subject to the same restrictions, limitations, and conditions as if the work was performed by the Franchisee. The Franchisee shall be responsible for all work performed by its contractors and subcontractors,and others performing work on its behalf,under its control,or under authority of its utility permit,as if the work were performed by it and shall ensure that all such work is performed in compliance with this franchise, Title 12 MCC, the Manual and other applicable law, and shall be jointly and severally liable for all damages and correcting all damage caused by them. It is the Franchisee's responsibility to ensure that contractors, subcontractors,or other Persons performing work on the Franchisee's behalf are familiar with the requirements of the franchise,Title 12 MCC, the Manual, and other applicable laws governing the work performed by them. R. Survival of Terms. Upon the expiration, termination, revocation or forfeiture of the franchise,the Franchisee shall no longer have the right to occupy the franchise area for the purpose of providing services authorized herein. However,the Franchisee's obligations under this franchise to the County shall survive the expiration, termination, revocation or forfeiture of these rights according to its terms for so long as the Franchisee's utility facilities shall remain in whole or in part in the road rights of way. By way of illustration and not limitation, Franchisee's obligations to indemnify, defend and hold harmless the County, provide insurance and a performance/payment bond pursuant to Section XI and Franchisee's obligation to relocate its utility facilities pursuant to Section VIII, shall continue in effect as to the Franchisee, notwithstanding any expiration, termination, revocation or forfeiture of the franchise, except to the extent that a County-approved transfer, sale,or assignment of the utility system is completed,and another entity has assumed full and complete responsibility for the utility system or for the relevant acts or omissions. S. Warranties. By acceptance of this franchise, Franchisee warrants: 1. That Franchisee has full right and authority to enter into and perform this Franchise in accordance with the terms hereof, and by entering into or performing this Franchise, Franchisee is not in violation of its charter or by-laws,or any law,regulation,or agreement by which it is bound or to which it is subject; and 2. That the execution,delivery,and performance of this Franchise by Franchisee has been duly authorized by all requisite Board/Commission action, that the signatories for Franchisee of the 19 acceptance hereof are authorized to sign this Franchise,and that the joinder or consent of any other parry, including a court, trustee, or referee, is not necessary to make valid and effective the execution, delivery, and performance of this Franchise and acceptance. DATED at Shelton, Washington this day of 20_. BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS APPROVED: MASON COUNTY, WASHINGTON /h-J&A County Engineer �` Chair Approve as to form: Vice Chair Chief D.P.A. Commissioner 20 Exhibit A ACCEPTANCE OF FRANCHISE Ordinance No. 115-06, effective November 14, 2006. am the ,�' 5/�`of�%'/ �'�,d/S✓ _ ,/Z�//�' i i���` and am the authorized representative to accept the above-referenced franchise on behalf of I ify that thisfr chise and all terms and conditions thereof are accepted by 4A oo*Zwithout qualification or reservation. DATED this day of Am_ , 20-Lq FRANCHISEE By: It Tax Id. No.Y LOv O fir" 37� STATE OF NC-770 N ) ss. COUNTY OF MW-_i� ) I certify that I know or have satisfactory evidence that Ari NADA 0'j r'j is the person who appeared before me,and said person acknowledged that he/she signed this instrument,on oath stated that he/she was authorized to execute the instrument and acknowledged it as the Pec<_6s E of the AgenPM Sft1hc£ ASsx - to be the free and voluntary act of such party for the uses and purposes mentioned in the instrument. Dated: On v Ntary Public Prlin e 1—F KEALEILANI STRENCH My commission expires MA-,L �D - Notary Public State of Washington My Appointment Expires Mar 18, 2022 A EXHIBIT B Description of Franchise Area Paradise Estates 61040 E BOUNDARY RD , 61780 E'DIVISION ST o v Lu Cp W ' J `J W W y(p Q+ O c Z -o f B RECORDED AT THE REQUEST OF AND AFTER RECORDING RETURN TO: County of Mason 100 West Public Works Drive Shelton WA 98584 Attn: County Engineer Title: Paradise Service Associates Franchise Agreement Grantor: COUNTY OF MASON,a legal subdivision of the state of Washington Grantee: PARADISE SERVICE ASSOCIATES Description of Franchise Area: SEE EXHIBIT B IN THE MATTER OF THE APPLICATION OF Timberlake Community Club FOR A FRANCHISE PERMIT TO CONSTRUCT, OPERATE,AND MAINTAIN Water System&Appurtenances UTILITY FACILITIES, OVER,ALONG AND UNDER COUNTY ROADS AND HIGHWAYS LOCATED IN MASON COUNTY, WASHINGTON Application of(Name of Operator) Timberlake Community Club, doing business in Washington as Timberlake Community Club, with its principal offices located at 2880 E Timberlake Drive West, Shelton, WA 98584, by and through(person authorized to act for and on behalf of applicant)Dale Kaggy, President, for a franchise to construct, operate and maintain(description oftype) Water utility facilities in, over, along and under county roads and highways in Mason County, Washington, as set forth in attached Exhibit`B"(Franchise Area),having come on regularly for hearing before the County Commissioners of Mason County, Washington, on the day of , 20 , at the hour of ,under the provisions of RCW 36.55, RCW 80.32.010 and RCW 80.36.040, and it appearing to the Board that notice of said hearing has been duly given as required by law, and that it is in the public interest to allow the franchise herein granted; NOW THEREFORE, IT IS ORDERED that a non-exclusive franchise be, and the same is hereby given and granted to Operator, and its successors and assigns,hereinafter referred to as the Franchisee, for a period of 10 years with automatic renewal at the end of each term of 10 years unless either party gives the other written notice of termination at least 30 days prior to the end of the relevant term. (no more than ten years each term and can only be renewed 3 times) from and after the date of the entry of this order for the purposes, at the location(s), and upon the express terms and conditions as described herein. I. DEFINITIONS For the purposes of this franchise,terms,phrases,words,and their derivations not defined herein that are defined in Title 12 of the Mason County Code or the Manual on Accommodating Utilities in the Mason County Right-of-Way published by the County Engineer(the"Manual"),shall have the same meaning or be interpreted as provided in Title 12 of the Mason County Code or the Manual. Words not defined here, in Title 12 of the Mason County Code or the Manual shall have their ordinary meaning. A reference to Title 12 of the Mason County Code or the Manual refers to the same as may be amended, revised, updated, re-enacted or re-codified from time to time. II. GRANT The County of Mason hereby grants to the Franchisee a non-exclusive franchise which,once it becomes effective shall authorize the Franchisee to enter upon the road rights-of-way located 1 within the Franchise Area identified in attached Exhibit`B", for the purpose of installing, constructing,maintaining, repairing, replacing, adjusting, relocating and operating the utility facilities, which grant shall be limited to the following described purpose(s): Water System& Appurtenances. Such grant is subject to and must be exercised in strict accordance with and subject to this franchise, Title 12 of the Mason County Code, the Manual and all applicable laws, rules, regulations and ordinances. Franchisee's exercise of any rights granted pursuant to the franchise is subject to the exercise of the County's police powers,and other regulatory powers as it may have or obtain in the future. No rights shall pass to the franchisee by implication. This franchise does not include permission to enter into or upon the road rights-of-way for any purposes others than the purposes expressly described herein. Permittee has a duty to notify the County of any change in use or condition of the utility facilities that may affect the status of the utility facilities or the impact of the utility facilities upon the road rights-of-way. III. UTILITY PERMIT REQUIRED Franchisee shall not commence or perform work(hereafter"Work")to install,construct,maintain repair, replace adjust, connect, disconnect, rebuild, or relocate its utility facilities within the road rights-of-way,without first applying for,paying all associated fees,and obtaining a utility permit as required pursuant to Title 12 of the Mason County Code. In any utility permit so issued,the County may impose,as a condition of the granting the utility permit,such conditions and regulations as may be necessary for the protection,preservation and management of the road rights-of-way,including, by way of example and not limitation, for the purpose of protecting any structures in the road rights-of-way, maintaining proper distance from other utilities, ensuring the proper restoration of such road rights-of-way and structures, and for the protection of the County and the public and the continuity of pedestrian and vehicular traffic. Franchisee shall first file with the County Engineer its application for a utility permit to do such Work together with plans and specifications in triplicate showing at a minimum: A.The position,depth and location of all such utility facilities sought to be constructed,laid, installed or erected at that time,showing their relative position to existing county roads,rights-of-way or other county property upon plans drawn to scale,hereinafter collectively referred to as the"map of definite location; B. The class and type of material and equipment to be used, manner of excavation, construction,installation,backfill,erection of temporary structures,erection of permanent structures, traffic control,traffic turnouts and road obstructions; C. The manner in which the utility facility is to be installed; 2 D. Measures to be taken to preserve safe and free flow of traffic; E. Structural integrity of the roadway, bridge, or other structure; F. Specifications for the restoration of the county road,right-of-way or other county property in the event that the road right of way will be disturbed by the Work; and G. Provision for ease of future road maintenance and appearance of the roadway. Provision shall be made for known or planned expansion of the utility facilities,particularly those located underground or attached to bridges or other structures within the road right-of-way. The location, alignment and depth of the utility facilities shall conform with said map of definite location,except in instances in which deviation may be allowed thereafter in writing by the County Engineer pursuant to application by Franchisee. All such Work shall be subject to the approval of and shall pass the inspection of the County Engineer.The Franchisee shall pay all costs of and expenses incurred in the examination,inspection and approval of such work on account of granting the said utility permits. IV. RESTORATION OF ROAD RIGHT OF WAY In any Work which disturbs or causes damage to the road rights-of-way subject to this franchise, public or private property, the Franchisee shall at its own expense and with all convenient speed, complete the work to repair and restore the county road right-of-way, or the public or private property so disturbed or damaged, and leave the same in as good or better condition as before the Work was commenced,to the reasonable satisfaction of the County Engineer. The Franchisee shall pay all costs of and expenses incurred in the examination, inspection and approval of such restoration or repair. The County Commissioners and/or County Engineer may at any time do,order or have done any and all work that they consider necessary to restore to a safe condition such County road right-of-way or other County property left by the Franchisee or its agents in a condition dangerous to life or property, and the Franchisee, upon demand, shall pay to the County all costs of such work. V. FRANCHISEE WORK IN RIGHT OF WAY Franchisee expressly agrees and understands that,with regard to Work within the road rights-of-way: A. All of Franchisee's utility facilities and Work within the road rights-of-way or other County property shall be in compliance with the provisions of Title 12 MCC, the Manual, the administrative regulations adopted by the County Engineer,other County established requirements for placement of utility facilities in road rights-of-way, including the specific location of utility facilities in the road rights-of-way, and all applicable laws, rules, regulations and ordinances; 3 B. In preparing plans and specifications for Work of utility facilities in the road rights-of- way the Franchisee shall use the Manual. Prior to commencement of work in the road rights-of-way, Franchisee shall submit such plans and specifications to the Mason County Engineer for review and approval together with adequate exhibits depicting existing or proposed location of the utility facility in relation to the road, including right-of-way or easement lines; relationship to currently planned road revisions,if applicable;and all locations and situations for which deviations in depth of cover (including the proposed method of protection)or other locational standards that are anticipated; C. All Work to utility facilities located within the road rights-of-way or other county property subject to this franchise shall be done in such a manner as not to interfere, other than in ways approved by the County, with the construction, operation and maintenance of other utilities, public or private, drains, drainage ditches and structures, irrigation ditches and structures, located therein,nor with the grading or improvements of such County roads,rights-of-way or other County property; D. The owners and operators of all utility facilities (public or private) installed in the Franchise Area or other county property prior in time to the utility facilities of the Franchisee,shall have preference as to the alignment and location of such utilities so installed with respect to the Franchisee. Such preference shall continue in the event of the necessity of relocating or changing the grade of any such county road or right-of-way; E. Franchisee shall perform the Work and operate its utility facilities in a manner that minimizes interference with the use of the road rights-of-way by others,including others that may be installing utility facilities; and F. The County may require that Franchisee's utility facilities be installed at a particular time, at a specific place,or in a particular manner as a condition of access to a particular road right-of-way; may deny access if a Franchisee is not willing to comply with the County's requirements; and may remove, or require removal of, any utility facility that is not installed in compliance with the requirements established by the County,or which is installed without prior County approval of the time, place, or manner of installation and charge the Franchisee for all the costs associated with removal; and may require Franchisee to cooperate with others to minimize adverse impacts on the road rights-of-way through joint trenching and other arrangements. G. The County may inspect the utility facilities at any time reasonable under the circumstances to ensure compliance with this franchise and applicable law,including to ensure that the utility facilities are constructed and maintained in a safe condition. If an unsafe condition is found to exist,the County,in addition to taking any other action permitted under applicable law,may order the Franchisee, in writing, to make the necessary repairs and alterations specified therein forthwith to correct the unsafe condition on a time-table established by the County which is reasonable in light of the unsafe condition. The County has the right to correct,inspect,administer, and repair the unsafe condition if the Franchisee fails to do so, and to charge the Franchisee therefore. The right of the County to conduct such inspections and order or make repairs shall not be 4 construed to create an obligation therefore,and such obligation to construct and maintain its utility facilities in a safe condition shall at all times remain the sole obligation of the Franchisee. H. When required by the County,Franchisee shall make information available to the public regarding any work involving the ongoing installation,construction,adjustment,relocation,repair or maintenance of its utility facilities sufficient to show(1)the nature of the work being performed; (2)where it is being performed; (3)its estimated completion date; and(4)progress to completion. I. FRANCHISEE IS PLACED ON NOTICE THAT FIBER OPTIC,COMMUNICATIONS, POWER, CONTROL SYSTEMS, OTHER TYPES OF CABLES, AND PIPELINES MAY BE BURIED ON THE RIGHT OF WAY. Before beginning any underground work, Franchisee will contact the appropriate personnel to have such facilities located and make arrangements as to protective measures that must be adhered to prior to the commencement of any work within the Road rights-of-way. In addition to the liability terms elsewhere in this Agreement, Franchisee shall indemnify and hold the County and its elected and appointed officers, employees and agents harmless against and from all cost,liability,and expense whatsoever(including,without limitation, attorney's fees and court costs and expenses)arising out of or in any way contributed to by any act or omission of Franchisee, its contractor,agents and/or employees,that cause or in any way or degree contribute to (1)any damage to or destruction of any such facilities by Franchisee, and/or its contractor, agents and/or employees, on the County's property, (2)any injury to or death of any person employed by or on behalf of any entity,and/or its contractor,agents and/or employees,on the road rights-of-way,and/or(3)any claim or cause of action for alleged loss of profits or revenue,or loss of service, by a customer or user of services or products of such company(ies) (collectively "Liabilities" for purposes of this Section V.I). The only Liabilities with respect to which Franchisee's obligation to indemnify the County and its elected and appointed officers,employees and agents does not apply are Liabilities to the extent arising out of,caused by or resulting from the negligence of the County, and its elected and appointed officers, employees and agents and Liabilities that by law the County and its elected and appointed officers,employees and agents for which the County cannot be indemnified. J. Franchisee shall continuously be a member of the State of Washington one number locator service under RCW 19.122, or an approved equivalent, and shall comply with all such applicable rules and regulations. K. Except in the event of emergency as described below,Franchisee and its Agents may not enter upon the Franchise Area to perform work for which a utility permit is not required,unless and except upon two-business days notice to the County Engineer. L. In the event of an emergency involving the threat of imminent harm to persons or property,and for purposes of taking immediate corrective action,Franchisee and its agents may enter the Franchise Area without advance notice to the County as long as such entry is for the sole purpose of addressing the emergency; provided however,that if any entry for such purposes would require issuance of a utility permit,Franchisee shall give the County verbal or telephonic notice of the places where and the manner in which entry is required prior to such entry,promptly followed by written notice. In all cases,notice to the County shall be given as far in advance as practical prior to entry or 5 as soon as practicable after entry upon the road right-of-Way. M. Franchisee shall promptly reimburse the County for their reasonable and direct costs incurred in responding to an emergency that is caused, created by or attributable to the presence, construction,maintenance,repair,or operation of the Franchisees utility facilities in the road rights- of-way. N. If,during installation,construction,relocation,realignment,adjustment,maintenance,or repair of the Franchisee's utility facilities in the road rights-of-way,Franchisee or its agents discover scientific or historic artifacts,Franchisee shall immediately notify the County of said discovery and shall protect such artifacts in a manner as specified by the County. Any such artifact shall be the property of the County if the County wishes to own it. VI. PROTECTION OF PUBLIC All work done under this franchise shall be done in a thorough and workman-like manner. In the performance of Work within or near the road rights-of-way, including without limitation, the opening of trenches and the tunneling under county roads,rights-of way or other county property,the Franchisee shall leave such trenches, ditches and tunnels in such a way as to interfere as little as possible with public travel and shall take all due and necessary precautions to guard the same,so that damage or injury shall not occur or arise by reason of such Work; and where any of such trenches, ditches and tunnels are left open at night,the Franchisee shall place warning lights,barricades and other appropriate protective devices at such a position as to give adequate warning of such Work. The Franchisee shall be liable for any injury to person or persons or damage to property sustained arising out of its carelessness or neglect,or through any failure or neglect to properly guard or give warning of any trenches, ditches or tunnels dug or maintained by the Franchisee. VII. POLICE POWERS The County of Mason,in granting this franchise,does not waive any rights which it now has or may hereafter acquire with respect to county roads, rights-of-way or other county property and this franchise shall not be construed to deprive the county of any powers, rights or privileges which it now has or may hereafter acquire to regulate the use of and to control the county roads,rights-of-way and other county property covered by this franchise. The County retains the right to administer and regulate activities of the Franchisee up to the fullest extent of the law. The failure to reserve a particular right to regulate,or reference a particular regulation, shall not be interpreted by negative implication or otherwise to prevent the application of a regulation to the Franchisee. VIII. RELOCATION Franchisee shall, in the course of any Work,comply with the following requirements: A. The Franchisee shall, by a time specified by the County, protect, support, temporarily disconnect,relocate,or remove any of its utility facilities when required by the County by reason of 6 traffic conditions;public safety;road right-of-way construction;road right-of-way repair(including resurfacing or widening);change of road right-of-way grade;construction,installation,or repair of County-owned sewers,drains,water pipes,power lines,signal lines,tracks,communications system, other public work, public facility, or improvement of any government-owned utility; road right-of-way vacation;or for any other purpose where the County work involved would be aided by the removal or relocation of the utility facilities. Collectively,such matters are referred to below as the "public work." Franchisee acknowledges and understands that any delay by Franchisee in performing the herein described work may delay, hinder, or interfere with the work performed by the County and its contractors and subcontractors done in furtherance of such Public Work and result in damage to the County,including but not limited to,delay claims. Franchisee shall cooperate with the County and its contractors and subcontractors to coordinate such Franchisee work to accommodate the Public Work project and project schedules to avoid delay, hindrance of, or interference with the Public Work. The County of Mason shall make available to the Franchisee a copy of the Six Year Transportation Program and the County's annual construction program after adoption each year. It is anticipated these programs will aid the utility in planning construction programs. B. Franchisee has a duty to protect its utility facilities from work performed by the County within the road rights-of-way. The rights granted to the Franchisee herein do not preclude the County of Mason, its employees, contractors, subcontractors, and agents from blasting, grading, excavating, or doing other necessary road work contiguous to Franchisee's utility facilities; providing that, the Franchisee shall be given a minimum of forty-eight (48) hours notice of said blasting or other work in order that the Franchisee may protect its utility facilities. C. In the event of an emergency,or where the utility facility creates or is contributing to an imminent danger to health, safety, or property, the County may protect, support, temporarily disconnect,remove,or relocate any or all parts of the utility facility without prior notice,and charge the Franchisee for costs incurred. D. If any Person that is authorized to place facilities in the road right of way requests the Franchisee to protect, support,temporarily disconnect,remove, or relocate the Franchisee's utility facilities to accommodate the construction,operation,or repair of the facilities of such other person, the Franchisee shall,after 30 days'advance written notice,take action to effect the necessary changes requested;provided that,if such project is related to or competes with Franchisee's service,or if the effect of such changes would be to permanently deprive Franchisee of the beneficial enjoyment of this franchise for its intended purposes through interference with the operation of Franchisee's utility facilities or otherwise, Franchisee shall not be required to relocate its utility facilities. Unless the matter is governed by a valid contract or a state or federal law or regulation, or unless the Franchisee's utility facilities were not properly installed, the reasonable cost of the same shall be borne by the Person requesting the protection, support, temporary disconnection, removal, or relocation at no charge to the County, even if the County makes the request for such action. 7 E. The Franchisee shall, on the request of any person holding a valid permit issued by a governmental authority, temporarily raise or lower its wires to permit the moving of buildings or other objects. The expense of such temporary removal or raising or lowering of wires shall be paid by the person requesting the same. The County of Mason will accept liability for direct and actual damages to said Franchisee that are the result of the negligence of Mason County, its trustees, officers, employees, contractors, subcontractors or agents while performing County improvement or Public Works projects enumerated in the original franchise agreement under Section VIII,paragraph B. Direct and actual damages are specifically limited to physical damage to properly installed and located infrastructure of the Franchisee and the cost to repair such physical damage. Mason County retains the right to assert all applicable defenses in the event of a dispute including contributory negligence on the part of the Franchisee. Mason County shall in no way be liable for incidental damages claimed to arise from such actions. All Work to be performed by the Franchisee under this section shall pass the inspection of the County Engineer. The Franchisee shall pay all costs of and expenses incurred in the examination, inspection and approval of such work. IX. PRESERVATION OF MONUMENTS/MARKERS Before any work is performed under this franchise which may affect any existing monuments or markers of any nature relating to subdivisions,plats,roads and all other surveys,the Franchisee shall reference all such monuments and markers. The reference points shall be so located that they will not be disturbed during the Franchisee's operations under this franchise. The method of referencing these monuments or other points to be referenced shall be approved by the County Engineer. The replacement of all such monuments or markers disturbed during construction shall be made as expeditiously as conditions permit,and as directed by the County Engineer. The cost of monuments or other markers lost, destroyed, or disturbed, and the expense of replacement by approved monuments shall be borne by the Franchisee. A complete set of reference notes for monument and other ties shall be filed with the office of the Mason County Engineer. X. VACATION OF ROAD RIGHT-OF-WAY If at any time the County shall vacate any County road,right-of-way or other County property which is subject to rights granted by this franchise and said vacation shall be for the purpose of acquiring the fee or other property interest in said road, right-of-way or other county property for the use of Mason County,in either its proprietary or governmental capacity,then the Board of Mason County Commissioners may, at its option, and by giving thirty(30) days written notice to the Franchisee, terminate this franchise with reference to such county road,right-of-way or other county property so vacated, and the County of Mason shall not be liable for any damages or loss to the Franchisee by 8 reason of such termination. It has been the practice of Mason County to reserve easements for utilities at the time of road vacation,and will continue to be the practice until such time the Board of Mason County Commissioners direct a change of practice. XI. FINANCIAL SECURITY A. Insurance Except as otherwise provided herein,Franchisee shall maintain for itself and the County,throughout the entire period any part of Franchisee's utility facilities are located in the Franchise Area, adequate insurance to protect the Parties and their elected and appointed officers, agents,employees against all of County's and Franchisee's liability arising out of Franchisee's use and occupancy of the Franchise Area or any part thereof. This obligation shall require the Franchisee to maintain insurance at least in the following amounts: 1. COMMERCIAL GENERAL LIABILITY insurance to cover liability, bodily injury, and property damage. The Commercial General Liability insurance shall be written on an occurrence basis, with an aggregate limit location endorsement for the Franchise Area, and shall provide coverage for any and all costs, including defense costs, and losses and damages resulting from personal injury, bodily injury and death, property damage, products liability and completed operations. Such insurance shall include blanket contractual coverage, including coverage for the Franchise as now or hereafter amended and specific coverage for the indemnity provisions set forth herein. Coverage must be written with the following limits of liability: Bodily and Personal Injury&Property Damage $ 1,000,000 per Occurrence $2,000,000 aggregate 2 WORKERS' COMPENSATION insurance shall be maintained to comply with statutory limits for all employees,and in the case any work is sublet,the Franchisee shall require its contractors and subcontractors similarly to provide workers' compensation insurance for all the employees. The Franchisee shall also maintain,during the life of this policy, employer's liability insurance;provided that this obligation shall not apply to any time period during which Franchisee has no employees. The following minimum limits must be maintained: Workers' Compensation Statutory Employer's Liability $ 1,000,000 each occurrence 3.COMPREHENSIVE AUTO LIABILITY insurance shall include owned,hired,and non-owned vehicles operated by Franchisee employees on an occurrence basis with coverage of at least$2,000,000 per occurrence. If the Franchisee, its contractors,or subcontractors do not have the required insurance,the County may require such entities to stop operations until the insurance is obtained and approved. 9 Certificates of Insurance reflecting evidence of the required insurance and approved by the County's Risk Manager for the GENERAL LIABILITY policies described above,shall be sent to the County's risk manager. The certificate shall be filed with the acceptance of the franchise, and annually thereafter, and as provided below. All coverage shall be listed all on one certificate with the same expiration dates. The certificates shall contain a provision that coverages afforded under these policies will not be canceled until at least 30 days'prior written notice has been given to the County. In the event that the insurance certificate provided indicates that the insurance shall terminate or lapse during the period of the franchise,then, in that event,the Franchisee shall furnish,at least 30 days prior to the expiration of the date of such insurance,a renewed certificate of insurance as proof that equal and like coverage has been or will be obtained prior to any such lapse or termination during the balance of the period of the franchise. The County reserves the right, during the term of the franchise, to require any other insurance coverage or adjust the policy limits as it deems reasonably necessary utilizing sound risk management practices and principals based upon the loss exposures. Each insurance policy required pursuant to this franchise shall be primary and non-contributing as respects any coverage maintained by the County and shall include an endorsement reflecting the same. Any other coverage maintained by County shall be excess of this coverage herein defined as primary and shall not contribute with it. The certificate of insurance must reflect that the above wording is included in all such policies. Each insurance policy obtained pursuant to this franchise shall be issued by financially sound insurers who may lawfully do business in the State of Washington with a financial rating at all times during coverage of no less than rating of"A" and a class of"X" or better in the latest edition of "Best's Key Rating Guide"published by A.M.Best Company,or such other financial rating or rating guide approved in writing by the County's risk manager. In the event that at any time during coverage,the insurer does not meet the foregoing standards,Franchisee shall give prompt notice to the County and shall seek coverage from an insurer that meets the foregoing standards. The County reserves the right to change the rating or the rating guide depending upon the changed risks or availability of other suitable and reliable rating guides. Comprehensive general liability insurance policies and coverage obtained pursuant to this franchise shall include an endorsement(standard ISO form CG 24-17)deleting all exclusions for work or incidents occurring within any distance from a railroad track or railroad property, or on, over, or under a railroad track. Insurance policies required pursuant to this franchise shall have no non-standard exclusions unless approved of by the County Risk Manager or designee. 10 Commercial general liability insurance policies obtained pursuant to this franchise shall name the County as an additional insured without limitation,pursuant to an endorsement approved of by the County's Risk Manager or designee. Franchisee and Franchisee's Contractors' insurers, through policy endorsement, shall waive their rights of subrogation against the County for all claims and suits. The certificate of insurance must reflect this waiver of subrogation rights endorsement. Commercial General Liability Insurance policies and coverage required herein of public utility operators may include a reasonable deductible or self-insured retention;provided,however,that as to any Loss or Damage covered as provided herein, if Franchisee elects to include any deductible or self-insured retention,Franchisee shall itself directly cover,in lieu of insurance,any and all County liabilities that would otherwise in accordance with the provisions of this Franchise be covered by Franchisee's insurance if Franchisee elected not to include a deductible or self-insured retention. Such direct coverage by Franchisee shall be in an amount equal to the amount of Franchisee's actual deductible or self-insured retention. Franchisee shall be required to provide a certification of self- insurance retention to the county in a form and content acceptable to the county engineer. B. Performance/Payment Bond. At the same time Franchisee provides its acceptance of this Franchise, the Franchisee shall, if required by the County Engineer, provide a performance and payment bond to ensure the full and faithful performance of all of its responsibilities under this franchise and applicable rules, regulations and ordinances, including, by way of example, but not limited to,its obligations to relocate and remove its utility facilities,to restore the road rights-of-way and other property when damaged or disturbed, and to reimburse the County for its costs. The amount of the performance and payment bond shall be for ZERO ($0). The amount of the bond,or cash deposit as described below, may be adjusted by the County every five years from the date of execution of this franchise,to take into account cumulative inflation or increased risks to the County. The Franchisee may be required to obtain additional bonds in accordance with the County's ordinary practices. The bond shall be in a form with terms and conditions acceptable to the County and reviewed and approved by the County Engineer. The bond shall be with a surety with a rating no less than "A V in the latest edition of"Bests Key Rating Guide," published by A.M. Best Guide. The Franchisee shall pay all premiums or costs associated with maintaining the bond,and shall keep the same in full force and effect at all times.If Franchisee fails to provide or maintain the bond,then the County,in its sole discretion,may require Franchisee to substitute an equivalent cash deposit as described below in lieu of the bond. Franchisee, may at its election or upon order by the County, substitute an equivalent cash deposit instead of a performance and payment bond. This cash deposit shall ensure the full and faithful performance of all of Franchisee's responsibilities hereto under this Permit and all applicable laws, rules, regulations or ordinances. This includes, but is not limited to, its obligations to relocate or remove its facilities, restore the road rights-of-way and other property to their original condition, reimbursing the County for its costs, and keeping Franchisee's insurance in full force. II The County shall notify Franchisee in writing, by certified mail, of any default and shall give Franchisee thirty(3 0)days from the date of such notice to cure any such default. In the event that the Franchisee fails to cure such default to the satisfaction of the County,the County may,at its option, forfeit the entire amount of the cash deposit or draw upon the cash deposit up to the amount of the County's costs incurred to cure Franchisee's default. Upon the County's cure of Franchisee's default,the County shall notify Franchisee in writing of such cure. In the event that the County draws upon the cash deposit or forfeits the same, Franchisee shall thereupon replenish the cash deposit to the full amount as specified herein or provide a replacement performance and payment bond. Before any Work commences in the road right-of-way,the County Engineer may require the operator to provide a performance and payment bond for each separate project in an amount to be determined by the County Engineer, but not less than five hundred dollars, written by a surety company acceptable to the County Risk Manager and authorized to do business in the state of Washington. The purpose of the bond is to insure completion of construction, including the restoration of surfacing,slopes,slope treatment,topsoil,landscape treatment,and drainage facilities,and cleanup of rights-of-way, and payment of costs incurred by the County to enforce the requirements of this Chapter. The performance and payment bond shall be in place for a period ending not more than one year after the date of completion. A project specific performance bond shall not be required in the event that the franchisee has in place a blanket performance bond and, when required, a payment bond, maintained pursuant to the requirements of this franchise. A performance and payment bond for work in the road right-of-way will not be required of the United States Government or any of its agencies or of any municipal corporation or department of the state of Washington and its local subdivisions. C. Limitation of Liability. To the fullest extent permitted by law,the Franchisee shall,and shall cause its contractor(s) to release, indemnify, defend and hold harmless the county and the county's legal representatives,officer(elected or),appointed)employees and agents(collectively, "indemnitees")for,from and against any and all claims,liabilities,fines,penalties,cost,damages, losses, liens, causes of action, suits, demands, judgments and expenses (including, without limitations, court costs, attorneys' fees and costs of investigation, removal and remediation and governmental oversight costs),Environmental or otherwise(collectively"liabilities")of any nature, kind,or description,of any person or entity,directly or indirectly,arising out of,resulting from,or related to(in whole or in part): 1. this franchise; 2. any rights or interests granted pursuant to this franchise; 12 3. franchisee's occupation and use of the road right of way; 4. franchisee's operation of its utility facilities; 5. the presence of utility facilities within the right of way; 6. the environmental condition and status of the road right-of-way caused by, aggravated by, or contributed to, in whole or in part,by franchisee or its agents; or 7. The acts,errors,or omissions of third parties when arising out of the installation, construction,adjustment,relocation,replacement,removal,or maintenance of such third party utility facilities within the road rights-of-way when such work is performed under authority of the operator's utility permit or at the direction or under the control of the operator; or 8. any act or omission of franchisee or franchisee's agents; The only liabilities with respect to which franchisee's obligation to indemnify the indemnitees do not apply are liabilities to the extent arising out of, caused by or resulting from the negligence of the county, its officers, agents, employees or contractors and liabilities that by law the indemnities cannon be indemnified for. Upon written notice from the county,franchisee agrees to assume the defense of any lawsuit or other proceeding brought against any indemnitee by any entity, relating to any matter covered by this franchise for which franchisee has an obligation to assume liability for and/or save and hold harmless any indemnitee.Franchisee shall pay all cost incident to such defense,including,but not limited to, attorneys'fees,investigators' fees,litigation and appeal expenses,settlement payments and amounts paid in satisfaction of judgments. Franchisee will fully satisfy said judgment within ninety(90)days after said suit or action shall have finally been determined if determined adversely to Mason County. Upon the Franchisee's failure to satisfy said judgment within the ninety (90) day period, this franchise shall at once cease and terminate. Acceptance by the County of any Work performed by the Franchisee at the time of completion shall not be grounds for avoidance of this covenant. XII. FRANCHISE NONEXCLUSIVE This franchise shall not be deemed to be an exclusive franchise. It shall in no manner prohibit the County of Mason from granting other utilities under,along,across,over and upon any of the County roads,rights-of-way or other County property subject to this franchise and shall in no way prevent or prohibit the County of Mason from constructing, altering, maintaining or using any of said roads, rights-of-way,drainage structures or facilities,irrigation structures or facilities,or any other county property or affect its jurisdiction over them or any part of them with full power to make all necessary changes,relocations, repairs,maintenance, etc.,the same as the county may deem fit. 13 XIII. SUCCESSORS AND ASSIGNS All the provisions,conditions,regulations and requirements herein contained shall be binding upon the successors and assigns of the Franchisee,and all privileges,as well as all obligations and liability of the Franchisee, shall ensure to its successors and assigns equally as if they were specifically mentioned wherever the Franchisee is mentioned. Any reference in this franchise to a specifically named party shall be deemed to apply to any successor, heir, administrator, executor or assign of such party who has acquired its interest in compliance with the terms of this franchise,or under law. XIV. TRANSFER/ASSIGNMENT Franchisee may assign or transfer this franchise after prior written notice to County of Mason and assignee's written commitment,in a form and content approved by the County Prosecutor,delivered to County of Mason,that assignees shall thereafter be responsible for all obligations of Franchisee with respect to the franchise and guaranteeing performance under the terms and conditions of the franchise and that transferee will be bound by all the conditions of the franchise and will assume all the obligations of its predecessor. Such an assignment shall relieve the Franchisee of any further obligations under the franchise, including any obligations not fulfilled by Franchisee's assignee; provided that,the assignment shall not in any respect relieve the Franchisee,or any of its successors in interest,of responsibility for acts or omissions,known or unknown,or the consequences thereof, which acts or omissions occur prior to the time of the assignment. No franchise or master road use permit may be assigned or transferred without filing or establishing with the county the insurance certificates and performance bond as required pursuant to this franchise. XV. ANNEXATION Whenever any of the County roads, rights-of-way or other county property as designated in this franchise,by reason of the subsequent incorporation of any town or city,or extension of the limits of any town or city, shall fall within the city or town limits and shall by operation of law or otherwise terminate in respect to the said roads,rights-of-way or other county property so included with city or town limits; this franchise shall continue in force and effect to all county roads, rights-of-way or other county property not so included in city or town limits. XVI. REVOCATION/REMEDIES A. Revocation. In addition the right to revoke this franchise as set forth in Title 12 of the Mason County Code, if the Franchisee shall willfully violate, or fail to comply with any of the provisions of this franchise through willful or unreasonable neglect or fail to heed or comply with any notice given the Franchisee under the provision of this grant, then Franchisee shall forfeit all rights conferred hereunder and this franchise may be revoked or annulled,after a public hearing by the Board of County Commissioners. The Franchisee shall not be relieved of any of its obligations to comply promptly with any provision of this franchise by reason of any failure of the County to 14 enforce prompt compliance,and the County's failure to enforce shall not constitute a waiver of rights or acquiescence in the Licensee's conduct. Subject to the required consent, adjudication, permission or authorization of a federal or state regulatory agency with jurisdiction over the subject matter, upon revocation of the franchise, the County may require the Franchisee to remove its utility facilities from any road rights-of-way,and restore such road right-of-way to its same or better condition as existed just prior to such removal,or de-commission and abandon such utility facilities in place in whole or in part and in a manner approved by the County Board of Commissioners. If the Franchisee fails to remove utility facilities that the County requires it to remove,the County may perform the work and collect the cost thereof from the Franchisee. The actual cost thereof,including direct and indirect administrative costs,shall be a lien upon all utility facilities of the Franchisee within the franchise Area effective upon filing of the lien with the Mason County Auditor. B. Remedies. The County has the right to exercise any and all of the following remedies, singly or in combination,in the event of Default. "Default"shall mean any failure of Franchisee or its agents to keep,observe,or perform any of Franchisee's or its agent's duties or obligations under this franchise: 1. Damages. Franchisee shall be liable for any and all damages incurred by County. 2. Specific Performance. County shall be entitled to specific performance of each and every obligation of Franchisee under this franchise without any requirement to prove or establish that County does not have an adequate remedy at law. Franchisee hereby waives the requirement of any such proof and acknowledges that County would not have an adequate remedy at law for Franchisee's commission of an Event of Default hereunder. 3. Injunction. County shall be entitled to restrain, by injunction, the actual or threatened commission or attempt of an Event of Default and to obtain a judgment or order specifically prohibiting a violation or breach of this Agreement without, in either case, being required to prove or establish that County does not have an adequate remedy at law. Franchisee hereby waives the requirement of any such proof and acknowledges that County would not have an adequate remedy at law for Franchisee's commission of an Event of Default hereunder. 4. Alternative Remedies. Neither the existence of other remedies identified in this franchise nor the exercise thereof shall be deemed to bar or otherwise limit the right of the County to commence an action for equitable or other relief, and/or proceed against Franchisee and any guarantor for all direct monetary damages, costs and expenses arising from the Default and to recover all such damages, costs and expenses, including reasonable attorneys' fees. Remedies are cumulative;the exercise of one shall not foreclose the exercise of others. XVII. SUBSEQUENT ACTION 15 In the event that after this franchise becomes effective, (a) there is a change in the law which broadens the authority of the County of Mason or the Franchisee with respect to any act permitted or authorized under this franchise; or (b)the County of Mason or the Franchisee believe that amendments to this franchise are necessary or appropriate, then the County of Mason and the Franchisee agree to enter into good faith negotiations to amend this franchise so as to enable the Parties to address, in a manner reasonably acceptable to all Parties, such change or other development which formed the basis for the negotiations. The Parties recognize that the purpose of the negotiations would be to preserve, to the maximum extent consistent with law, the scope and purpose of this franchise. Mason County reserves for itself the right at any time upon ninety (90) days written notice to the Franchisee, to so change, amend, modify or amplify any of the provisions or conditions herein enumerated to conform to any state statute or county regulation,relating to the public welfare,health, safety or highway regulation,as may hereafter be enacted,adopted or promulgated and this franchise may be terminated at such time a public hearing is held by the Board of County Commissioners,and the Franchisee's utility facilities are found not to be operated or maintained in accordance with such statute or regulation. XVIII. ACCEPTANCE Franchisee shall execute and return to the County of Mason a signed acceptance of the franchise granted hereunder. The acceptance shall be in the form of the acceptance attached hereto as Exhibit "A", and in accepting the franchise, Franchisee warrants that it has carefully read the terms and conditions of this franchise and accepts all of the terms and conditions of this franchise and agrees to abide by the same and acknowledges that it has relied upon its own investigation of all relevant facts, that it has had the assistance of counsel, that it was not induced to accept a franchise, that this franchise represents the entire agreement between the Franchisee and the County of Mason. In the event the Franchisee fails to submit the countersigned ordinance and acceptance as provided for herein within the time limits set forth in this section,the grant herein is and shall become null and void. XIX. MISCELLANEOUS PROVISIONS A. Controlling Law/Venue. Any disputes concerning the application or interpretation of any of the provisions of this franchise shall be governed by the laws of the State of Washington. Venue of any action or arbitration brought under this franchise shall be in Mason County,Washington or the Western District of Washington if an action is brought in federal court, provided, however, that venue of such action is legally proper. B. Liens. Franchisee shall promptly pay and discharge any and all liens arising out of any Work done, suffered or permitted to be done by Franchisee on any Franchise Area. C. Waiver. No waiver by either party of any provision of this franchise shall in any way 16 impair the right of such party to enforce that provision for any subsequent breach, or County of Mason's right to enforce all other provisions of this franchise. D. Attorney's Fees. If any action at law or in equity is necessary to enforce or interpret the terms of this franchise,the substantially prevailing Party or Parties shall be entitled to reasonable attorney's fees,costs and necessary disbursements in addition to any other relief to which such Party or Parties may be entitled. E. Amendment. This franchise may be amended only by a written contract signed by authorized representatives of Franchisee and County of Mason. F. Severability. If any provision of this franchise is held to be illegal, invalid or unenforceable under present or future laws,such provision will be fully severable and this franchise will be construed and enforced as if such illegal, invalid or unenforceable provision is not a part hereof,and the remaining provisions hereof will remain in full force and effect. In lieu of any illegal, invalid or unenforceable provision herein, there will be added automatically as a part of this franchise; a provision as similar in its terms to such illegal, invalid or unenforceable provision as may be possible and be legal,valid and enforceable. G. Joint and Several Liability. Franchisee acknowledges that, in any case in which Franchisee and Franchisee's Contractors are responsible under the terms of this franchise, such responsibility is joint and several as between Franchisee and any such Franchisee's Contractors; provided that,the Franchisee is not prohibited from allocating such liability as a matter of contract. H. Notices. Any notice contemplated, required, or permitted to be given under this franchise shall be sufficient if it is in writing and is sent either by: (a)registered or certified mail, return receipt requested;or(b)a nationally recognized overnight mail delivery service,to the Party and at the address specified below, except as such Party and address may be changed by providing notice to the other Party no less than thirty (30) days' advance written notice of such change in address. Franchisee: Timberlake Communi y Club 2880 E Timberlake Drive West Shelton, WA 98584 Attn: Dale Kagey, President Grantor: County of Mason Public Works 100 Public Works Drive Shelton, WA 98584 I. Approvals. Nothing in this franchise shall be deemed to impose any duty or obligation upon the County of Mason to determine the adequacy or sufficiency of Franchisee's plans and specifications or to ascertain whether Franchisee's proposed or actual construction, testing, 17 maintenance,repairs,replacement,relocation,adjustment or removal is adequate or sufficient or in conformance with the plans and specifications reviewed by the County of Mason. No approval given, inspection made,review or supervision performed by the County of Mason pursuant to this franchise shall constitute or be construed as a representation or warranty express or implied by County of Mason that such item approved, inspected, or supervised, complies with laws, rules regulations or ordinances or this franchise or meets any particular standard,code or requirement,or is in conformance with the plans and specifications,and no liability shall attach with respect thereto. County and inspections as provided herein, are for the sole purpose of protecting the County of Mason's rights as the owner or manager of the road rights-of-way and shall not constitute any representation or warranty,express or implied,as to the adequacy of the design,construction,repair, or maintenance of the utility facilities, suitability of the Franchise Area for construction, maintenance,or repair of the utility facilities,or any obligation on the part of the County of Mason to insure that work or materials are in compliance with any requirements imposed by a governmental entity. County of Mason is under no obligation or duty to supervise the design, construction, installation, relocation, adjustment, realignment, maintenance, repair, or operation of the utility facilities. J. Force Majeure. Neither Party hereto shall be liable to the other Party for any failure to perform an obligation set forth herein to the extent such failure is caused by war,act of terrorism or an act of God, provided that such Party has made and is making all reasonable efforts to perform such obligation and minimize any and all resulting loss or damage. K. Construction. All pronouns and any variations thereof shall be deemed to refer to the masculine,feminine or neuter,singular or plural,as the identity of the Party or Parties may require. The provisions of this franchise shall be construed as a whole according to their common meaning, except where specifically defined herein,not strictly for or against any party and consistent with the provisions contained herein in order to achieve the objectives and purposes of this franchise. L. Incorporation by Reference. All exhibits annexed hereto at the time of execution of this franchise or in the future as contemplated herein, are hereby incorporated by reference as though fully set forth herein. M. Calculation of Time. All periods of time referred to herein shall include Saturdays, Sundays,and legal holidays in the State of Washington,except that if the last day of any period falls on any Saturday,Sunday,or legal holiday in the State of Washington,the period shall be extended to include the next day which is not a Saturday, Sunday, or legal holiday in the State of Washington. N. Entire Agreement. This franchise is the full and complete agreement of County of Mason and Franchisee with respect to all matters covered herein and all matters related to the use of the Franchise Area by Franchisee and Franchisee's Contractors,and this franchise supersedes any and all other agreements of the Parties hereto with respect to all such matters,including,without limitation, all agreements evidencing the franchise. 18 O. No Recourse. Without limiting such immunities as the County or other persons may have under applicable law,Franchisee shall have no monetary recourse whatsoever against the County or its officials, boards, commissions, agents, or employees for any loss or damage arising out of the County's exercising its authority pursuant to this Franchise or other applicable law. P. Responsibility for Costs. Except as expressly provided otherwise,any act that Franchisee is required to perform under this franchise shall be performed at its cost. If Franchisee fails to perform work that it is required to perform within the time provided for performance, the County may perform the work and bill the Franchisee. The Franchisee shall pay the amounts billed within 30 days. Q. Work of Contractors and Subcontractors. Work by contractors and subcontractors is subject to the same restrictions, limitations, and conditions as if the work was performed by the Franchisee. The Franchisee shall be responsible for all work performed by its contractors and subcontractors,and others performing work on its behalf,under its control,or under authority of its utility permit,as if the work were performed by it and shall ensure that all such work is performed in compliance with this franchise, Title 12 MCC, the Manual and other applicable law, and shall be jointly and severally liable for all damages and correcting all damage caused by them. It is the Franchisee's responsibility to ensure that contractors, subcontractors,or other Persons performing work on the Franchisee's behalf are familiar with the requirements of the franchise,Title 12 MCC, the Manual, and other applicable laws governing the work performed by them. R. Survival of Terms. Upon the expiration, termination, revocation or forfeiture of the franchise,the Franchisee shall no longer have the right to occupy the franchise area for the purpose of providing services authorized herein. However,the Franchisee's obligations under this franchise to the County shall survive the expiration, termination, revocation or forfeiture of these rights according to its terms for so long as the Franchisee's utility facilities shall remain in whole or in part in the road rights of way. By way of illustration and not limitation, Franchisee's obligations to indemnify, defend and hold harmless the County, provide insurance and a performance/payment bond pursuant to Section XI and Franchisee's obligation to relocate its utility facilities pursuant to Section VIII, shall continue in effect as to the Franchisee, notwithstanding any expiration, termination, revocation or forfeiture of the franchise, except to the extent that a County-approved transfer, sale, or assignment of the utility system is completed,and another entity has assumed full and complete responsibility for the utility system or for the relevant acts or omissions. S. Warranties. By acceptance of this franchise, Franchisee warrants: 1. That Franchisee has full right and authority to enter into and perform this Franchise in accordance with the terms hereof, and by entering into or performing this Franchise, Franchisee is not in violation of its charter or by-laws,or any law,regulation,or agreement by which it is bound or to which it is subject; and 2. That the execution,delivery,and performance of this Franchise by Franchisee has been duly authorized by all requisite Board/Commission action, that the signatories for Franchisee of the 19 acceptance hereof are authorized to sign this Franchise,and that the joinder or consent of any other party, including a court, trustee, or referee, is not necessary to make valid and effective the execution, delivery, and performance of this Franchise and acceptance. DATED at Shelton, Washington this day of 20_. BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS APPROVED: MASON COUNTY, WASHINGTON County Engineer Chair Approve as to form: Vice Chair Chief D.P.A. Commissioner 20 Exhibit A ACCEPTANCE OF FRANCHISE Ordinance No. 115-06, effective November 14, 2006. 19 0 `e_ V , am the Prts Iden f of r,'b e"lake C m*'V�1� Vb and am the authorized representative to accept the above-referenced franchise on behalf of TvwAbeWW'M_ Ca"w rk U ni� CbLb ' I certify that this franchise and all terms and conditions thereof are accepted by &."k rt , without qualification or reservation. DATED this day of 0 o,- 0 c.r _, 2011? . FRANC EE By: Its: P r Tax Id. No. I—S 70 14 G � q2- STATE OF ) M )ss. COUNTY OF I certify that I know or have satisfactory evidence that bale k-4.44.4 is the person who appeared before me,and said person acknowledged that he/she Signe th' instrument,on oath stated that he/she was authorized to execute the instrument and acknowledged it as thePrfi_Si.atV& of the-Vwj bt4 to be the free and voluntary act of such party for the uses and purposes mentioned in the instrum t. Dated: kp ` k�� lq Notary Public ��� .l`.• �MENT .N��i�� Tzo� Print Name S A e I �9L &J �* ed l 0VA4 ( QpGJS �' 'fl•• •�e 110TARya'�`�N: My commission expires V $ LU -' ZO Z • PUBLIC ff/flllllll1111 A EXHIBIT B Description of Franchise Area LEGAL DESCRIPTION Timberlake Divisions 1- 13 ASSESSOR'S PROPERTY TAX, (PARCEL NO.) Division 1—20018-50-00001 thru 22018-50-09162 Division 2—20017-50-00001 thru 22017-50-00908 Division 3—22018-51-00001 thru 22018-51-00902 Division 4—22018-52-00001 thru 22018-52-00061 Division 5—22018-53-00001 thru 22018-53-00903 Division 6—22018-54-00001 thru 22018-54-00088 Division 7—22017-50-00001 thru 22017-50-00104 Division 8—22007-51-00001 thru 22007-51-90933 Division 9—22017-51-00001 thru 22017-51-00169 Division 10—22017-52-00001 thru 22017-52-00088 Division 11—22017-53-00001 thru 22017-53-00900 Division 12—22018-55-00001 thru 22018-55-00018 Division 13—22008-50-00001 thru 22008-50-00900 i !A B RECORDED AT THE REQUEST OF AND AFTER RECORDING RETURN TO: County of Mason 100 West Public Works Drive Shelton WA 98584 Attn: County Engineer Title: Timberlake Community Club Franchise Agreement Grantor: COUNTY OF MASON,a legal subdivision of the state of Washington Grantee: TIMBERLAKE COMMUNITY CLUB Description of Franchise Area: SEE EXHIBIT B IN THE MATTER OF THE APPLICATION OF Clifton Beach Tracts Cooperative FOR A FRANCHISE PERMIT TO CONSTRUCT, OPERATE,AND MAINTAIN Water UTILITY FACILITIES, OVER, ALONG AND UNDER COUNTY ROADS AND HIGHWAYS LOCATED IN MASON COUNTY, WASHINGTON Application of(Name of Operator) Clifton Beach Tracts Cooperative, doing business in Washington as Clifton Beach Tracts Cooperative, with its principal offices located at 6311 NE North Shore Road, Belfair, WA 98528, by and through (person authorized to act for and on behalf of applicant) Doris Gennotti, for a franchise to construct, operate and maintain (description of type) water utility facilities in,over,along and under county roads and highways in Mason County,Washington,as set forth in attached Exhibit "B" (Franchise Area), having come on regularly for hearing before the County Commissioners of Mason County, Washington, on the day of 1120 , at the hour of , under the provisions of RCW 36.55, RCW 80.32.010 and RCW 80.36.040, and it appearing to the Board that notice of said hearing has been duly given as required by law, and that it is in the public interest to allow the franchise herein granted; NOW THEREFORE, IT IS ORDERED that a non-exclusive franchise be, and the same is hereby given and granted to Operator, and its successors and assigns, hereinafter referred to as the Franchisee, for a period of 10 years with automatic renewal at the end of each term of 10 years unless either party gives the other written notice of termination at least 30 days prior to the end of the relevant term. (no more than ten years each term and can only be renewed 3 times) from and after the date of the entry of this order for the purposes, at the location(s), and upon the express terms and conditions as described herein. I. DEFINITIONS For the purposes of this franchise,terms,phrases,words,and their derivations not defined herein that are defined in Title 12 of the Mason County Code or the Manual on Accommodating Utilities in the Mason County Right-of-Way published by the County Engineer(the"Manual"),shall have the same meaning or be interpreted as provided in Title 12 of the Mason County Code or the Manual. Words not defined here, in Title 12 of the Mason County Code or the Manual shall have their ordinary meaning. A reference to Title 12 of the Mason County Code or the Manual refers to the same as may be amended,revised,updated,re-enacted or re-codified from time to time. II. GRANT The County of Mason hereby grants to the Franchisee a non-exclusive franchise which,once it becomes effective shall authorize the Franchisee to enter upon the road rights-of-way located 1 within the Franchise Area identified in attached Exhibit`B", for the purpose of installing, constructing, maintaining, repairing, replacing, adjusting, relocating and operating the utility facilities,which grant shall be limited to the following described purpose(s): Maintain water system. Such grant is subject to and must be exercised in strict accordance with and subject to this franchise, Title 12 of the Mason County Code, the Manual and all applicable laws, rules, regulations and ordinances. Franchisee's exercise of any rights granted pursuant to the franchise is subject to the exercise of the County's police powers,and other regulatory powers as it may have or obtain in the future. No rights shall pass to the franchisee by implication. This franchise does not include permission to enter into or upon the road rights-of-way for any purposes others than the purposes expressly described herein. Permittee has a duty to notify the County of any change in use or condition of the utility facilities that may affect the status of the utility facilities or the impact of the utility facilities upon the road rights-of-way. III. UTILITY PERMIT REQUIRED Franchisee shall not commence or perform work(hereafter"Work")to install,construct,maintain repair, replace adjust, connect, disconnect, rebuild, or relocate its utility facilities within the road rights-of-way,without first applying for,paying all associated fees,and obtaining a utility permit as required pursuant to Title 12 of the Mason County Code. In any utility permit so issued,the County may impose,as a condition of the granting the utility permit,such conditions and regulations as may be necessary for the protection,preservation and management of the road rights-of-way,including, by way of example and not limitation, for the purpose of protecting any structures in the road rights-of-way, maintaining proper distance from other utilities, ensuring the proper restoration of such road rights-of-way and structures, and for the protection of the County and the public and the continuity of pedestrian and vehicular traffic. Franchisee shall first file with the County Engineer its application for a utility permit to do such Work together with plans and specifications in triplicate showing at a minimum: A.The position,depth and location of all such utility facilities sought to be constructed,laid, installed or erected at that time,showing their relative position to existing county roads,rights-of-way or other county property upon plans drawn to scale,hereinafter collectively referred to as the"map of definite location; B. The class and type of material and equipment to be used, manner of excavation, construction,installation,backfill,erection of temporary structures,erection of permanent structures, traffic control,traffic turnouts and road obstructions; C. The manner in which the utility facility is to be installed; D. Measures to be taken to preserve safe and free flow of traffic; 2 E. Structural integrity of the roadway, bridge, or other structure; F. Specifications for the restoration of the county road,right-of-way or other county property in the event that the road right of way will be disturbed by the Work; and G. Provision for ease of future road maintenance and appearance of the roadway. Provision shall be made for known or planned expansion of the utility facilities,particularly those located underground or attached to bridges or other structures within the road right-of-way. The location, alignment and depth of the utility facilities shall conform with said map of definite location,except in instances in which deviation may be allowed thereafter in writing by the County Engineer pursuant to application by Franchisee. All such Work shall be subject to the approval of and shall pass the inspection of the County Engineer.The Franchisee shall pay all costs of and expenses incurred in the examination,inspection and approval of such work on account of granting the said utility permits. IV. RESTORATION OF ROAD RIGHT OF WAY In any Work which disturbs or causes damage to the road rights-of-way subject to this franchise, public or private property, the Franchisee shall at its own expense and with all convenient speed, complete the work to repair and restore the county road right-of-way, or the public or private property so disturbed or damaged, and leave the same in as good or better condition as before the Work was commenced,to the reasonable satisfaction of the County Engineer. The Franchisee shall pay all costs of and expenses incurred in the examination, inspection and approval of such restoration or repair. The County Commissioners and/or County Engineer may at any time do,order or have done any and all work that they consider necessary to restore to a safe condition such County road right-of-way or other County property left by the Franchisee or its agents in a condition dangerous to life or property, and the Franchisee, upon demand, shall pay to the County all costs of such work. V. FRANCHISEE WORK IN RIGHT OF WAY Franchisee expressly agrees and understands that,with regard to Work within the road rights-of-way: A. All of Franchisee's utility facilities and Work within the road rights-of-way or other County property shall be in compliance with the provisions of Title 12 MCC, the Manual, the administrative regulations adopted by the County Engineer,other County established requirements for placement of utility facilities in road rights-of-way, including the specific location of utility facilities in the road rights-of-way, and all applicable laws,rules, regulations and ordinances; B. In preparing plans and specifications for Work of utility facilities in the road rights-of- 3 way the Franchisee shall use the Manual. Prior to commencement of work in the road rights-of-way, Franchisee shall submit such plans and specifications to the Mason County Engineer for review and approval together with adequate exhibits depicting existing or proposed location of the utility facility in relation to the road, including right-of-way or easement lines; relationship to currently planned road revisions,if applicable;and all locations and situations for which deviations in depth of cover (including the proposed method of protection) or other locational standards that are anticipated; C. All Work to utility facilities located within the road rights-of-way or other county property subject to this franchise shall be done in such a manner as not to interfere, other than in ways approved by the County, with the construction, operation and maintenance of other utilities, public or private, drains, drainage ditches and structures, irrigation ditches and structures, located therein,nor with the grading or improvements of such County roads,rights-of-way or other County property; D. The owners and operators of all utility facilities (public or private) installed in the Franchise Area or other county property prior in time to the utility facilities of the Franchisee,shall have preference as to the alignment and location of such utilities so installed with respect to the Franchisee. Such preference shall continue in the event of the necessity of relocating or changing the grade of any such county road or right-of-way; E. Franchisee shall perform the Work and operate its utility facilities in a manner that minimizes interference with the use of the road rights-of-way by others,including others that may be installing utility facilities; and F. The County may require that Franchisee's utility facilities be installed at a particular time, at a specific place,or in a particular manner as a condition of access to a particular road right-of-way; may deny access if a Franchisee is not willing to comply with the County's requirements; and may remove, or require removal of, any utility facility that is not installed in compliance with the requirements established by the County,or which is installed without prior County approval of the time, place, or manner of installation and charge the Franchisee for all the costs associated with removal; and may require Franchisee to cooperate with others to minimize adverse impacts on the road rights-of-way through joint trenching and other arrangements. G. The County may inspect the utility facilities at any time reasonable under the circumstances to ensure compliance with this franchise and applicable law,including to ensure that the utility facilities are constructed and maintained in a safe condition. If an unsafe condition is found to exist,the County,in addition to taking any other action permitted under applicable law,may order the Franchisee, in writing, to make the necessary repairs and alterations specified therein forthwith to correct the unsafe condition on a time-table established by the County which is reasonable in light of the unsafe condition. The County has the right to correct,inspect,administer, and repair the unsafe condition if the Franchisee fails to do so, and to charge the Franchisee therefore. The right of the County to conduct such inspections and order or make repairs shall not be construed to create an obligation therefore,and such obligation to construct and maintain its utility 4 facilities in a safe condition shall at all times remain the sole obligation of the Franchisee. H. When required by the County,Franchisee shall make information available to the public regarding any work involving the ongoing installation,construction,adjustment,relocation,repair or maintenance of its utility facilities sufficient to show(1)the nature of the work being performed; (2)where it is being performed; (3)its estimated completion date; and(4)progress to completion. I. FRANCHISEE IS PLACED ON NOTICE THAT FIBER OPTIC,COMMUNICATIONS, POWER, CONTROL SYSTEMS, OTHER TYPES OF CABLES, AND PIPELINES MAY BE BURIED ON THE RIGHT OF WAY. Before beginning any underground work, Franchisee will contact the appropriate personnel to have such facilities located and make arrangements as to protective measures that must be adhered to prior to the commencement of any work within the Road rights-of-way. In addition to the liability terms elsewhere in this Agreement, Franchisee shall indemnify and hold the County and its elected and appointed officers, employees and agents harmless against and from all cost,liability,and expense whatsoever(including,without limitation, attorney's fees and court costs and expenses)arising out of or in any way contributed to by any act or omission of Franchisee,its contractor,agents and/or employees,that cause or in any way or degree contribute to (1)any damage to or destruction of any such facilities by Franchisee, and/or its contractor, agents and/or employees, on the County's property, (2)any injury to or death of any person employed by or on behalf of any entity,and/or its contractor,agents and/or employees,on the road rights-of-way,and/or(3)any claim or cause of action for alleged loss of profits or revenue,or loss of service, by a customer or user of services or products of such company(ies) (collectively "Liabilities" for purposes of this Section V.I). The only Liabilities with respect to which Franchisee's obligation to indemnify the County and its elected and appointed officers,employees and agents does not apply are Liabilities to the extent arising out of,caused by or resulting from the negligence of the County, and its elected and appointed officers, employees and agents and Liabilities that by law the County and its elected and appointed officers,employees and agents for which the County cannot be indemnified. J. Franchisee shall continuously be a member of the State of Washington one number locator service under RCW 19.122, or an approved equivalent, and shall comply with all such applicable rules and regulations. K. Except in the event of emergency as described below,Franchisee and its Agents may not enter upon the Franchise Area to perform work for which a utility permit is not required,unless and except upon two-business days notice to the County Engineer. L. In the event of an emergency involving the threat of imminent harm to persons or property,and for purposes of taking immediate corrective action,Franchisee and its agents may enter the Franchise Area without advance notice to the County as long as such entry is for the sole purpose of addressing the emergency; provided however, that if any entry for such purposes would require issuance of a utility permit,Franchisee shall give the County verbal or telephonic notice of the places where and the manner in which entry is required prior to such entry,promptly followed by written notice. In all cases,notice to the County shall be given as far in advance as practical prior to entry or as soon as practicable after entry upon the road right-of-Way. 5 M. Franchisee shall promptly reimburse the County for their reasonable and direct costs incurred in responding to an emergency that is caused, created by or attributable to the presence, construction,maintenance,repair,or operation of the Franchisees utility facilities in the road rights- of-way. N. If,during installation,construction,relocation,realignment,adjustment,maintenance,or repair of the Franchisee's utility facilities in the road rights-of-way,Franchisee or its agents discover scientific or historic artifacts,Franchisee shall immediately notify the County of said discovery and shall protect such artifacts in a manner as specified by the County. Any such artifact shall be the property of the County if the County wishes to own it. VI. PROTECTION OF PUBLIC All work done under this franchise shall be done in a thorough and workman-like manner. In the performance of Work within or near the road rights-of-way, including without limitation, the opening of trenches and the tunneling under county roads,rights-of way or other county property,the Franchisee shall leave such trenches, ditches and tunnels in such a way as to interfere as little as possible with public travel and shall take all due and necessary precautions to guard the same,so that damage or injury shall not occur or arise by reason of such Work;and where any of such trenches, ditches and tunnels are left open at night,the Franchisee shall place warning lights,barricades and other appropriate protective devices at such a position as to give adequate warning of such Work. The Franchisee shall be liable for any injury to person or persons or damage to property sustained arising out of its carelessness or neglect,or through any failure or neglect to properly guard or give warning of any trenches,ditches or tunnels dug or maintained by the Franchisee. VII. POLICE POWERS The County of Mason,in granting this franchise,does not waive any rights which it now has or may hereafter acquire with respect to county roads, rights-of-way or other county property and this franchise shall not be construed to deprive the county of any powers, rights or privileges which it now has or may hereafter acquire to regulate the use of and to control the county roads,rights-of-way and other county property covered by this franchise. The County retains the right to administer and regulate activities of the Franchisee up to the fullest extent of the law. The failure to reserve a particular right to regulate,or reference a particular regulation, shall not be interpreted by negative implication or otherwise to prevent the application of a regulation to the Franchisee. VIII. RELOCATION Franchisee shall, in the course of any Work, comply with the following requirements: A. The Franchisee shall, by a time specified by the County, protect, support, temporarily disconnect,relocate,or remove any of its utility facilities when required by the County by reason of traffic conditions;public safety;road right-of-way construction;road right-of-way repair(including 6 resurfacing or widening);change of road right-of-way grade;construction,installation,or repair of County-owned sewers,drains,water pipes,power lines,signal lines,tracks,communications system, other public work, public facility, or improvement of any government-owned utility; road right-of-way vacation;or for any other purpose where the County work involved would be aided by the removal or relocation of the utility facilities. Collectively,such matters are referred to below as the "public work." Franchisee acknowledges and understands that any delay by Franchisee in performing the herein described work may delay, hinder, or interfere with the work performed by the County and its contractors and subcontractors done in furtherance of such Public Work and result in damage to the County,including but not limited to,delay claims. Franchisee shall cooperate with the County and its contractors and subcontractors to coordinate such Franchisee work to accommodate the Public Work project and project schedules to avoid delay, hindrance of, or interference with the Public Work. The County of Mason shall make available to the Franchisee a copy of the Six Year Transportation Program and the County's annual construction program after adoption each year. It is anticipated these programs will aid the utility in planning construction programs. B. Franchisee has a duty to protect its utility facilities from work performed by the County within the road rights-of-way. The rights granted to the Franchisee herein do not preclude the County of Mason, its employees, contractors, subcontractors, and agents from blasting, grading, excavating, or doing other necessary road work contiguous to Franchisee's utility facilities; providing that, the Franchisee shall be given a minimum of forty-eight (48) hours notice of said blasting or other work in order that the Franchisee may protect its utility facilities. C. In the event of an emergency,or where the utility facility creates or is contributing to an imminent danger to health, safety, or property, the County may protect, support, temporarily disconnect,remove,or relocate any or all parts of the utility facility without prior notice,and charge the Franchisee for costs incurred. D. If any Person that is authorized to place facilities in the road right of way requests the Franchisee to protect, support,temporarily disconnect,remove, or relocate the Franchisee's utility facilities to accommodate the construction,operation,or repair of the facilities of such other person, the Franchisee shall,after 30 days'advance written notice,take action to effect the necessary changes requested;provided that,if such project is related to or competes with Franchisee's service,or if the effect of such changes would be to permanently deprive Franchisee of the beneficial enjoyment of this franchise for its intended purposes through interference with the operation of Franchisee's utility facilities or otherwise, Franchisee shall not be required to relocate its utility facilities. Unless the matter is governed by a valid contract or a state or federal law or regulation, or unless the Franchisee's utility facilities were not properly installed, the reasonable cost of the same shall be borne by the Person requesting the protection, support, temporary disconnection, removal, or relocation at no charge to the County, even if the County makes the request for such action. 7 E. The Franchisee shall, on the request of any person holding a valid permit issued by a governmental authority, temporarily raise or lower its wires to permit the moving of buildings or other objects. The expense of such temporary removal or raising or lowering of wires shall be paid by the person requesting the same. The County of Mason will accept liability for direct and actual damages to said Franchisee that are the result of the negligence of Mason County, its trustees, officers, employees, contractors, subcontractors or agents while performing County improvement or Public Works projects enumerated in the original franchise agreement under Section VIII,paragraph B. Direct and actual damages are specifically limited to physical damage to properly installed and located infrastructure of the Franchisee and the cost to repair such physical damage. Mason County retains the right to assert all applicable defenses in the event of a dispute including contributory negligence on the part of the Franchisee. Mason County shall in no way be liable for incidental damages claimed to arise from such actions. All Work to be performed by the Franchisee under this section shall pass the inspection of the County Engineer. The Franchisee shall pay all costs of and expenses incurred in the examination, inspection and approval of such work. IX. PRESERVATION OF MONUMENTS/MARKERS Before any work is performed under this franchise which may affect any existing monuments or markers of any nature relating to subdivisions,plats,roads and all other surveys,the Franchisee shall reference all such monuments and markers. The reference points shall be so located that they will not be disturbed during the Franchisee's operations under this franchise. The method of referencing these monuments or other points to be referenced shall be approved by the County Engineer. The replacement of all such monuments or markers disturbed during construction shall be made as expeditiously as conditions permit,and as directed by the County Engineer. The cost of monuments or other markers lost, destroyed, or disturbed, and the expense of replacement by approved monuments shall be borne by the Franchisee. A complete set of reference notes for monument and other ties shall be filed with the office of the Mason County Engineer. X. VACATION OF ROAD RIGHT-OF-WAY If at any time the County shall vacate any County road,right-of-way or other County property which is subject to rights granted by this franchise and said vacation shall be for the purpose of acquiring the fee or other property interest in said road, right-of-way or other county property for the use of Mason County,in either its proprietary or governmental capacity,then the Board of Mason County Commissioners may, at its option, and by giving thirty(30) days written notice to the Franchisee, terminate this franchise with reference to such county road,right-of-way or other county property so vacated, and the County of Mason shall not be liable for any damages or loss to the Franchisee by reason of such termination. It has been the practice of Mason County to reserve easements for 8 utilities at the time of road vacation,and will continue to be the practice until such time the Board of Mason County Commissioners direct a change of practice. XI. FINANCIAL SECURITY A. Insurance Except as otherwise provided herein,Franchisee shall maintain for itself and the County,throughout the entire period any part of Franchisee's utility facilities are located in the Franchise Area, adequate insurance to protect the Parties and their elected and appointed officers, agents,employees against all of County's and Franchisee's liability arising out of Franchisee's use and occupancy of the Franchise Area or any part thereof. This obligation shall require the Franchisee to maintain insurance at least in the following amounts: 1. COMMERCIAL GENERAL LIABILITY insurance to cover liability, bodily injury, and property damage. The Commercial General Liability insurance shall be written on an occurrence basis, with an aggregate limit location endorsement for the Franchise Area, and shall provide coverage for any and all costs, including defense costs, and losses and damages resulting from personal injury, bodily injury and death, property damage, products liability and completed operations. Such insurance shall include blanket contractual coverage, including coverage for the Franchise as now or hereafter amended and specific coverage for the indemnity provisions set forth herein. Coverage must be written with the following limits of liability: Bodily and Personal Injury&PropertDamage $ 1,000,000 per Occurrence $ 2,000,000 aggregate 2 WORKERS' COMPENSATION insurance shall be maintained to comply with statutory limits for all employees,and in the case any work is sublet,the Franchisee shall require its contractors and subcontractors similarly to provide workers' compensation insurance for all the employees. The Franchisee shall also maintain, during the life of this policy, employer's liability insurance;provided that this obligation shall not apply to any time period during which Franchisee has no employees. The following minimum limits must be maintained: Workers' Compensation Statutory Employer's Liability $ 1,000,000 each occurrence 3.COMPREHENSIVE AUTO LIABILITY insurance shall include owned,hired,and non-owned vehicles operated by Franchisee employees on an occurrence basis with coverage of at least$2,000,000 per occurrence. If the Franchisee, its contractors,or subcontractors do not have the required insurance,the County may require such entities to stop operations until the insurance is obtained and approved. Certificates of Insurance reflecting evidence of the required insurance and approved by the County's 9 Risk Manager for the GENERAL LIABILITY policies described above,shall be sent to the County's risk manager. The certificate shall be filed with the acceptance of the franchise, and annually thereafter, and as provided below. All coverage shall be listed all on one certificate with the same expiration dates. The certificates shall contain a provision that coverages afforded under these policies will not be canceled until at least 30 days'prior written notice has been given to the County. In the event that the insurance certificate provided indicates that the insurance shall terminate or lapse during the period of the franchise,then,in that event,the Franchisee shall furnish,at least 30 days prior to the expiration of the date of such insurance,a renewed certificate of insurance as proof that equal and like coverage has been or will be obtained prior to any such lapse or termination during the balance of the period of the franchise. The County reserves the right, during the term of the franchise, to require any other insurance coverage or adjust the policy limits as it deems reasonably necessary utilizing sound risk management practices and principals based upon the loss exposures. Each insurance policy required pursuant to this franchise shall be primary and non-contributing as respects any coverage maintained by the County and shall include an endorsement reflecting the same. Any other coverage maintained by County shall be excess of this coverage herein defined as primary and shall not contribute with it. The certificate of insurance must reflect that the above wording is included in all such policies. Each insurance policy obtained pursuant to this franchise shall be issued by financially sound insurers who may lawfully do business in the State of Washington with a financial rating at all times during coverage of no less than rating of"A" and a class of"X" or better in the latest edition of "Best's Key Rating Guide"published by A.M.Best Company,or such other financial.rating or rating guide approved in writing by the County's risk manager. In the event that at any time during coverage,the insurer does not meet the foregoing standards,Franchisee shall give prompt notice to the County and shall seek coverage from an insurer that meets the foregoing standards. The County reserves the right to change the rating or the rating guide depending upon the changed risks or availability of other suitable and reliable rating guides. Comprehensive general liability insurance policies and coverage obtained pursuant to this franchise shall include an endorsement(standard ISO form CG 24-17)deleting all exclusions for work or incidents occurring within any distance from a railroad track or railroad property, or on, over, or under a railroad track. Insurance policies required pursuant to this franchise shall have no non-standard exclusions unless approved of by the County Risk Manager or designee. Commercial general liability insurance policies obtained pursuant to this franchise shall name the 10 County as an additional insured without limitation,pursuant to an endorsement approved of by the County's Risk Manager or designee. Franchisee and Franchisee's Contractors' insurers, through policy endorsement, shall waive their rights of subrogation against the County for all claims and suits. The certificate of insurance must reflect this waiver of subrogation rights endorsement. Commercial General Liability Insurance policies and coverage required herein of public utility operators may include a reasonable deductible or self-insured retention;provided,however,that as to any Loss or Damage covered as provided herein, if Franchisee elects to include any deductible or self-insured retention,Franchisee shall itself directly cover,in lieu of insurance,any and all County liabilities that would otherwise in accordance with the provisions of this Franchise be covered by Franchisee's insurance if Franchisee elected not to include a deductible or self-insured retention. Such direct coverage by Franchisee shall be in an amount equal to the amount of Franchisee's actual deductible or self-insured retention. Franchisee shall be required to provide a certification of self- insurance retention to the county in a form and content acceptable to the county engineer. B. Performance/Payment Bond. At the same time Franchisee provides its acceptance of this Franchise, the Franchisee shall, if required by the County Engineer, provide a performance and payment bond to ensure the full and faithful performance of all of its responsibilities under this franchise and applicable rules, regulations and ordinances, including, by way of example, but not limited to,its obligations to relocate and remove its utility facilities,to restore the road rights-of-way and other property when damaged or disturbed, and to reimburse the County for its costs. The amount of the performance and payment bond shall be for ZERO ($0). The amount of the bond,or cash deposit as described below, may be adjusted by the County every five years from the date of execution of this franchise,to take into account cumulative inflation or increased risks to the County. The Franchisee may be required to obtain additional bonds in accordance with the County's ordinary practices. The bond shall be in a form with terms and conditions acceptable to the County and reviewed and approved by the County Engineer. The bond shall be with a surety with a rating no less than "A V in the latest edition of"Bests Key Rating Guide," published by A.M. Best Guide. The Franchisee shall pay all premiums or costs associated with maintaining the bond,and shall keep the same in full force and effect at all times.If Franchisee fails to provide or maintain the bond,then the County,in its sole discretion,may require Franchisee to substitute an equivalent cash deposit as described below in lieu of the bond. Franchisee, may at its election or upon order by the County, substitute an equivalent cash deposit instead of a performance and payment bond. This cash deposit shall ensure the full and faithful performance of all of Franchisee's responsibilities hereto under this Permit and all applicable laws, rules, regulations or ordinances. This includes, but is not limited to, its obligations to relocate or remove its facilities, restore the road rights-of-way and other property to their original condition, reimbursing the County for its costs, and keeping Franchisee's insurance in full force. The County shall notify Franchisee in writing, by certified mail, of any default and shall give 11 Franchisee thirty(3 0)days from the date of such notice to cure any such default. In the event that the Franchisee fails to cure such default to the satisfaction of the County,the County may,at its option, forfeit the entire amount of the cash deposit or draw upon the cash deposit up to the amount of the County's costs incurred to cure Franchisee's default. Upon the County's cure of Franchisee's default,the County shall notify Franchisee in writing of such cure. In the event that the County draws upon the cash deposit or forfeits the same, Franchisee shall thereupon replenish the cash deposit to the full amount as specified herein or provide a replacement performance and payment bond. Before any Work commences in the road right-of-way,the County Engineer may require the operator to provide a performance and payment bond for each separate project in an amount to be determined by the County Engineer, but not less than five hundred dollars, written by a surety company acceptable to the County Risk Manager and authorized to do business in the state of Washington. The purpose of the bond is to insure completion of construction, including the restoration of surfacing,slopes,slope treatment,topsoil,landscape treatment,and drainage facilities,and cleanup of rights-of-way, and payment of costs incurred by the County to enforce the requirements of this Chapter. The performance and payment bond shall be in place for a period ending not more than one year after the date of completion. A project specific performance bond shall not be required in the event that the franchisee has in place a blanket performance bond and, when required, a payment bond, maintained pursuant to the requirements of this franchise. A performance and payment bond for work in the road right-of-way will not be required of the United States Government or any of its agencies or of any municipal corporation or department of the state of Washington and its local subdivisions. C. Limitation of Liability. To the fullest extent permitted by law,the Franchisee shall,and shall cause its contractor(s) to release, indemnify, defend and hold harmless the county and the county's legal representatives,officer(elected or),appointed)employees and agents(collectively, "indemnitees")for,from and against any and all claims, liabilities,fines,penalties,cost,damages, losses, liens, causes of action, suits, demands, judgments and expenses (including, without limitations, court costs, attorneys' fees and costs of investigation, removal and remediation and governmental oversight costs),Environmental or otherwise(collectively"liabilities")of any nature, kind,or description, of any person or entity,directly or indirectly,arising out of,resulting from,or related to (in whole or in part): 1. this franchise; 2. any rights or interests granted pursuant to this franchise; 3. franchisee's occupation and use of the road right of way; 12 4. franchisee's operation of its utility facilities; 5. the presence of utility facilities within the right of way; 6. the environmental condition and status of the road right-of-way caused by, aggravated by, or contributed to, in whole or in part,by franchisee or its agents; or 7. The acts,errors,or omissions of third parties when arising out of the installation, construction,adjustment,relocation,replacement,removal,or maintenance of such third party utility facilities within the road rights-of-way when such work is performed under authority of the operator's utility permit or at the direction or under the control of the operator; or 8. any act or omission of franchisee or franchisee's agents; The only liabilities with respect to which franchisee's obligation to indemnify the indemnitees do not apply are liabilities to the extent arising out of, caused by or resulting from the negligence of the county, its officers, agents, employees or contractors and liabilities that by law the indemnities cannon be indemnified for. Upon written notice from the county,franchisee agrees to assume the defense of any lawsuit or other proceeding brought against any indemnitee by any entity, relating to any matter covered by this franchise for which franchisee has an obligation to assume liability for and/or save and hold harmless any indemnitee.Franchisee shall pay all cost incident to such defense,including,but not limited to, attorneys' fees,investigators' fees,litigation and appeal expenses,settlement payments and amounts paid in satisfaction of judgments. Franchisee will fully satisfy said judgment within ninety(90)days after said suit or action shall have finally been determined if determined adversely to Mason County. Upon the Franchisee's failure to satisfy said judgment within the ninety (90) day period, this franchise shall at once cease and terminate. Acceptance by the County of any Work performed by the Franchisee at the time of completion shall not be grounds for avoidance of this covenant. XII. FRANCHISE NONEXCLUSIVE This franchise shall not be deemed to be an exclusive franchise. It shall in no manner prohibit the County of Mason from granting other utilities under,along,across,over and upon any of the County roads,rights-of-way or other County property subject to this franchise and shall in no way prevent or prohibit the County of Mason from constructing, altering, maintaining or using any of said roads, rights-of-way,drainage structures or facilities,irrigation structures or facilities,or any other county property or affect its jurisdiction over them or any part of them with full power to make all necessary changes,relocations, repairs, maintenance,etc.,the same as the county may deem fit. 13 XIII. SUCCESSORS AND ASSIGNS All the provisions,conditions,regulations and requirements herein contained shall be binding upon the successors and assigns of the Franchisee,and all privileges,as well as all obligations and liability of the Franchisee, shall ensure to its successors and assigns equally as if they were specifically mentioned wherever the Franchisee is mentioned. Any reference in this franchise to a specifically named party shall be deemed to apply to any successor, heir, administrator, executor or assign of such party who has acquired its interest in compliance with the terms of this franchise,or under law. XIV. TRANSFER/ASSIGNMENT Franchisee may assign or transfer this franchise after prior written notice to County of Mason and assignee's written commitment,in a form and content approved by the County Prosecutor,delivered to County of Mason,that assignees shall thereafter be responsible for all obligations of Franchisee with respect to the franchise and guaranteeing performance under the terms and conditions of the franchise and that transferee will be bound by all the conditions of the franchise and will assume all the obligations of its predecessor. Such an assignment shall relieve the Franchisee of any further obligations under the franchise, including any obligations not fulfilled by Franchisee's assignee; provided that,the assignment shall not in any respect relieve the Franchisee,or any of its successors in interest,of responsibility for acts or omissions,known or unknown,or the consequences thereof, which acts or omissions occur prior to the time of the assignment. No franchise or master road use permit may be assigned or transferred without filing or establishing with the county the insurance certificates and performance bond as required pursuant to this franchise. XV. ANNEXATION Whenever any of the County roads, rights-of-way or other county property as designated in this franchise,by reason of the subsequent incorporation of any town or city,or extension of the limits of any town or city, shall fall within the city or town limits and shall by operation of law or otherwise terminate in respect to the said roads,rights-of-way or other county property so included with city or town limits; this franchise shall continue in force and effect to all county roads, rights-of-way or other county property not so included in city or town limits. XVI. REVOCATION/REMEDIES A. Revocation. In addition the right to revoke this franchise as set forth in Title 12 of the Mason County Code, if the Franchisee shall willfully violate, or fail to comply with any of the provisions of this franchise through willful or unreasonable neglect or fail to heed or comply with any notice given the Franchisee under the provision of this grant, then Franchisee shall forfeit all rights conferred hereunder and this franchise may be revoked or annulled,after a public hearing by the Board of County Commissioners. The Franchisee shall not be relieved of any of its obligations to comply promptly with any provision of this franchise by reason of any failure of the County to enforce prompt compliance,and the County's failure to enforce shall not constitute a waiver of rights 14 or acquiescence in the Licensee's conduct. Subject to the required consent, adjudication, permission or authorization of a federal or state regulatory agency with jurisdiction over the subject matter, upon revocation of the franchise, the County may require the Franchisee to remove its utility facilities from any road rights-of-way,and restore such road right-of-way to its same or better condition as existed just prior to such removal,or de-commission and abandon such utility facilities in place in whole or in part and in a manner approved by the County Board of Commissioners. If the Franchisee fails to remove utility facilities that the County requires it to remove,the County may perform the work and collect the cost thereof from the Franchisee. The actual cost thereof,including direct and indirect administrative costs,shall be a lien upon all utility facilities of the Franchisee within the franchise Area effective upon filing of the lien with the Mason County Auditor. B. Remedies. The County has the right to exercise any and all of the following remedies, singly or in combination,in the event of Default. "Default"shall mean any failure of Franchisee or its agents to keep,observe,or perform any of Franchisee's or its agent's duties or obligations under this franchise: 1. Damages. Franchisee shall be liable for any and all damages incurred by County. 2. Specific Performance. County shall be entitled to specific performance of each and every obligation of Franchisee under this franchise without any requirement to prove or establish that County does not have an adequate remedy at law. Franchisee hereby waives the requirement of any such proof and acknowledges that County would not have an adequate remedy at law for Franchisee's commission of an Event of Default hereunder. 3. Injunction. County shall be entitled to restrain, by injunction, the actual or threatened commission or attempt of an Event of Default and to obtain a judgment or order specifically prohibiting a violation or breach of this Agreement without, in either case, being required to prove or establish that County does not have an adequate remedy at law. Franchisee hereby waives the requirement of any such proof and acknowledges that County would not have an adequate remedy at law for Franchisee's commission of an Event of Default hereunder. 4. Alternative Remedies. Neither the existence of other remedies identified in this franchise nor the exercise thereof shall be deemed to bar or otherwise limit the right of the County to commence an action for equitable or other relief, and/or proceed against Franchisee and any guarantor for all direct monetary damages, costs and expenses arising from the Default and to recover all such damages, costs and expenses, including reasonable attorneys' fees. Remedies are cumulative;the exercise of one shall not foreclose the exercise of others. XVII. SUBSEQUENT ACTION In the event that after this franchise becomes effective, (a) there is a change in the law which 15 broadens the authority of the County of Mason or the Franchisee with respect to any act permitted or authorized under this franchise; or (b)the County of Mason or the Franchisee believe that amendments to this franchise are necessary or appropriate, then the County of Mason and the Franchisee agree to enter into good faith negotiations to amend this franchise so as to enable the Parties to address, in a manner reasonably acceptable to all Parties, such change or other development which formed the basis for the negotiations. The Parties recognize that the purpose of the negotiations would be to preserve, to the maximum extent consistent with law, the scope and purpose of this franchise. Mason County reserves for itself the right at any time upon ninety (90) days written notice to the Franchisee, to so change, amend, modify or amplify any of the provisions or conditions herein enumerated to conform to any state statute or county regulation,relating to the public welfare,health, safety or highway regulation,as may hereafter be enacted,adopted or promulgated and this franchise may be terminated at such time a public hearing is held by the Board of County Commissioners,and the Franchisee's utility facilities are found not to be operated or maintained in accordance with such statute or regulation. XVIII. ACCEPTANCE Franchisee shall execute and return to the County of Mason a signed acceptance of the franchise granted hereunder. The acceptance shall be in the form of the acceptance attached hereto as Exhibit "A", and in accepting the franchise, Franchisee warrants that it has carefully read the terms and conditions of this franchise and accepts all of the terms and conditions of this franchise and agrees to abide by the same and acknowledges that it has relied upon its own investigation of all relevant facts, that it has had the assistance of counsel, that it was not induced to accept a franchise, that this franchise represents the entire agreement between the Franchisee and the County of Mason. In the event the Franchisee fails to submit the countersigned ordinance and acceptance as provided for herein within the time limits set forth in this section,the grant herein is and shall become null and void. XIX. MISCELLANEOUS PROVISIONS A. Controlling Law/Venue. Any disputes concerning the application or interpretation of any of the provisions of this franchise shall be governed by the laws of the State of Washington. Venue of any action or arbitration brought under this franchise shall be in Mason County,Washington or the Western District of Washington if an action is brought in federal court, provided, however, that venue of such action is legally proper. B. Liens. Franchisee shall promptly pay and discharge any and all liens arising out of any Work done, suffered or permitted to be done by Franchisee on any Franchise Area. C. Waiver. No waiver by either party of any provision of this franchise shall in any way impair the right of such party to enforce that provision for any subsequent breach, or County of 16 Mason's right to enforce all other provisions of this franchise. D. Attorney's Fees. If any action at law or in equity is necessary to enforce or interpret the terms of this franchise, the substantially prevailing Party or Parties shall be entitled to reasonable attorney's fees,costs and necessary disbursements in addition to any other relief to which such Party or Parties may be entitled. E. Amendment. This franchise may be amended only by a written contract signed by authorized representatives of Franchisee and County of Mason. F. Severability. If any provision of this franchise is held to be illegal, invalid or unenforceable under present or future laws,such provision will be fully severable and this franchise will be construed and enforced as if such illegal, invalid or unenforceable provision is not a part hereof,and the remaining provisions hereof will remain in full force and effect. In lieu of any illegal, invalid or unenforceable provision herein, there will be added automatically as a part of this franchise; a provision as similar in its terms to such illegal, invalid or unenforceable provision as may be possible and be legal, valid and enforceable. G. Joint and Several Liability. Franchisee acknowledges that, in any case in which Franchisee and Franchisee's Contractors are responsible under the terms of this franchise, such responsibility is joint and several as between Franchisee and any such Franchisee's Contractors; provided that,the Franchisee is not prohibited from allocating such liability as a matter of contract. H. Notices. Any notice contemplated, required, or permitted to be given under this franchise shall be sufficient if it is in writing and is sent either by: (a)registered or certified mail, return receipt requested;or(b)a nationally recognized overnight mail delivery service,to the Party and at the address specified below,except as such Party and address may be changed by providing notice to the other Party no less than thirty (30) days' advance written notice of such change in address. Franchisee: Clifton Beach Tracts Cooperative 6311 NE North Shore Road Belfair. WA 98528 Attn: Doris Gennotti Grantor: County of Mason Public Works 100 Public Works Drive Shelton, WA 98584 I. Approvals. Nothing in this franchise shall be deemed to impose any duty or obligation upon the County of Mason to determine the adequacy or sufficiency of Franchisee's plans and specifications or to ascertain whether Franchisee's proposed or actual construction, testing, 17 maintenance,repairs,replacement,relocation,adjustment or removal is adequate or sufficient or in conformance with the plans and specifications reviewed by the County of Mason. No approval given, inspection made,review or supervision performed by the County of Mason pursuant to this franchise shall constitute or be construed as a representation or warranty express or implied by County of Mason that such item approved, inspected, or supervised, complies with laws, rules regulations or ordinances or this franchise or meets any particular standard,code or requirement,or is in conformance with the plans and specifications,and no liability shall attach with respect thereto. County and inspections as provided herein, are for the sole purpose of protecting the County of Mason's rights as the owner or manager of the road rights-of-way and shall not constitute any representation or warranty,express or implied,as to the adequacy of the design,construction,repair, or maintenance of the utility facilities, suitability of the Franchise Area for construction, maintenance,or repair of the utility facilities,or any obligation on the part of the County of Mason to insure that work or materials are in compliance with any requirements imposed by a governmental entity. County of Mason is under no obligation or duty to supervise the design, construction, installation, relocation, adjustment, realignment, maintenance, repair, or operation of the utility facilities. J. Force Majeure. Neither Party hereto shall be liable to the other Party for any failure to perform an obligation set forth herein to the extent such failure is caused by war,act of terrorism or an act of God, provided that such Party has made and is making all reasonable efforts to perform such obligation and minimize any and all resulting loss or damage. K. Construction. All pronouns and any variations thereof shall be deemed to refer to the masculine,feminine or neuter,singular or plural,as the identity of the Party or Parties may require. The provisions of this franchise shall be construed as a whole according to their common meaning, except where specifically defined herein,not strictly for or against any party and consistent with the provisions contained herein in order to achieve the objectives and purposes of this franchise. L. Incorporation by Reference. All exhibits annexed hereto at the time of execution of this franchise or in the future as contemplated herein, are hereby incorporated by reference as though fully set forth herein. M. Calculation of Time. All periods of time referred to herein shall include Saturdays, Sundays,and legal holidays in the State of Washington,except that if the last day of any period falls on any Saturday,Sunday,or legal holiday in the State of Washington,the period shall be extended to include the next day which is not a Saturday, Sunday, or legal holiday in the State of Washington. N. Entire Agreement. This franchise is the full and complete agreement of County of Mason and Franchisee with respect to all matters covered herein and all matters related to the use of the Franchise Area by Franchisee and Franchisee's Contractors,and this franchise supersedes any and all other agreements of the Parties hereto with respect to all such matters,including,without limitation, all agreements evidencing the franchise. 18 O. No Recourse. Without limiting such immunities as the County or other persons may have under applicable law,Franchisee shall have no monetary recourse whatsoever against the County or its officials, boards, commissions, agents, or employees for any loss or damage arising out of the County's exercising its authority pursuant to this Franchise or other applicable law. P. Responsibility for Costs. Except as expressly provided otherwise,any act that Franchisee is required to perform under this franchise shall be performed at its cost. If Franchisee fails to perform work that it is required to perform within the time provided for performance,the County may perform the work and bill the Franchisee. The Franchisee shall pay the amounts billed within 30 days. Q. Work of Contractors and Subcontractors. Work by contractors and subcontractors is subject to the same restrictions, limitations, and conditions as if the work was performed by the Franchisee. The Franchisee shall be responsible for all work performed by its contractors and subcontractors,and others performing work on its behalf,under its control,or under authority of its utility permit,as if the work were performed by it and shall ensure that all such work is performed in compliance with this franchise, Title 12 MCC, the Manual and other applicable law, and shall be jointly and severally liable for all damages and correcting all damage caused by them. It is the Franchisee's responsibility to ensure that contractors, subcontractors,or other Persons performing work on the Franchisee's behalf are familiar with the requirements of the franchise,Title 12 MCC, the Manual, and other applicable laws governing the work performed by them. R. Survival of Terms. Upon the expiration, termination, revocation or forfeiture of the franchise,the Franchisee shall no longer have the right to occupy the franchise area for the purpose of providing services authorized herein. However,the Franchisee's obligations under this franchise to the County shall survive the expiration, termination, revocation or forfeiture of these rights according to its terms for so long as the Franchisee's utility facilities shall remain in whole or in part in the road rights of way. By way of illustration and not limitation, Franchisee's obligations to indemnify, defend and hold harmless the County, provide insurance and a performance/payment bond pursuant to Section XI and Franchisee's obligation to relocate its utility facilities pursuant to Section VIII, shall continue in effect as to the Franchisee, notwithstanding any expiration, termination, revocation or forfeiture of the franchise, except to the extent that a County-approved transfer, sale,or assignment of the utility system is completed,and another entity has assumed full and complete responsibility for the utility system or for the relevant acts or omissions. S. Warranties. By acceptance of this franchise, Franchisee warrants: 1. That Franchisee has full right and authority to enter into and perform this Franchise in accordance with the terms hereof, and by entering into or performing this Franchise, Franchisee is not in violation of its charter or by-laws,or any law,regulation,or agreement by which it is bound or to which it is subject; and 2. That the execution,delivery,and performance of this Franchise by Franchisee has been duly authorized by all requisite Board/Commission action, that the signatories for Franchisee of the 19 acceptance hereof are authorized to sign this Franchise,and that the joinder or consent of any other party, including a court, trustee, or referee, is not necessary to make valid and effective the execution, delivery, and performance of this Franchise and acceptance. DATED at Shelton, Washington this day of 20_. BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS APPROVED: MASON COUNTY, WASHINGTON �VCL— �ad County Engineer Chair Approve as to form: Vice Chair Chief D.P.A. Commissioner 20 Exhibit A ACCEPTANCE OF FRANCHISE Ordinance No. 115-06, effective November 14, 2006. am th of "���� and am the authorized representative to accept the above-referenced franchise on behalf of ��- I certify that this franchise and all terms and conditions thereof are accepted by without qualification or reservation. DATED this / day of �� , 20/ FRANCHISEE By: Z'o Its: Tax Id. o. g/ r1,C f y STATE OF ) ss. COUNTY OF ) I certify that I know or have satisfactory evidence that[ I 15 a"06i is the person who appeared before me,and said person acknowledged thatjxrshe signed is instrunwat,on oath stated that as a thoriz to execute the instrument and acknowledged it as the of the d .S to be the free and voluntary act f such party for the uses and purposes mentioned in the instrument. Dated: 42 1 S T E�,Irq��iNotary Public N FSA 9� Print Name '1a _ s', 5�ec�c�A� aOjAF1 y�9�• My commission expires—J5�, . C: cj 02-� P U E300 O '9/y 29 OF A EXHIBIT B Description of Franchise Area Clifton Beach N A _--------- 0-1 Puget Sound Q RECORDED AT THE REQUEST OF AND AFTER RECORDING RETURN TO: County of Mason 100 West Public Works Drive Shelton WA 98584 Attn: County Engineer Title: Clifton Beach Tracts Cooperative Franchise Agreement Grantor: COUNTY OF MASON, a legal subdivision of the state of Washington Grantee: CLIFTON BEACH TRACTS COOPERATIVE Description of Franchise Area: SEE EXHIBIT B IN THE MATTER OF THE APPLICATION OF_Kamilche Shores Community Association FOR A FRANCHISE PERMIT TO CONSTRUCT, OPERATE, AND MAINTAIN Water System&Appurtenances UTILITY FACILITIES, OVER,ALONG AND UNDER COUNTY ROADS AND HIGHWAYS LOCATED IN MASON COUNTY, WASHINGTON Application of(Name of Operator) Kamilche Shores Community Association, doing business in Washington as Homeowners Association, with its principal offices located at 491 SE Kamilche Shores Road Shelton, WA 98584, by and through(person authorized to act for and on behalf of applicant)Thomas P.Hallett,for a franchise to construct, operate and maintain (description of type) water system utility facilities in,over,along and under county roads and highways in Mason County,Washington,as set forth in attached Exhibit `B" (Franchise Area), having come on regularly for hearing before the County Commissioners of Mason County, Washington, on the day of 20 , at the hour of , under the provisions of RCW 36.55, RCW 80.3 2.010 and RCW 80.36.040, and it appearing to the Board that notice of said hearing has been duly given as required by law, and that it is in the public interest to allow the franchise herein granted; NOW THEREFORE, IT IS ORDERED that a non-exclusive franchise be, and the same is hereby given and granted to Operator, and its successors and assigns,hereinafter referred to as the Franchisee, for a period of 10 years with automatic renewal at the end of each term of 10 years unless either party gives the other written notice of termination at least 30 days prior to the end of the relevant term. (no more than ten years each term and can only be renewed 3 times)from and after the date of the entry of this order for the purposes,at the location(s),and upon the express terms and conditions as described herein. I. DEFINITIONS For the purposes of this franchise,terms,phrases,words,and their derivations not defined herein that are defined in Title 12 of the Mason County Code or the Manual on Accommodating Utilities in the Mason County Right-of-Way published by the County Engineer(the"Manual"),shall have the same meaning or be interpreted as provided in Title 12 of the Mason County Code or the Manual. Words not defined here, in Title 12 of the Mason County Code or the Manual shall have their ordinary meaning. A reference to Title 12 of the Mason County Code or the Manual refers to the same as may be amended, revised, updated, re-enacted or re-codified from time to time. II. GRANT The County of Mason hereby grants to the Franchisee a non-exclusive franchise which, once it becomes effective shall authorize the Franchisee to enter upon the road rights-of-way located 1 within the Franchise Area identified in attached Exhibit`B", for the purpose of installing, constructing, maintaining,repairing, replacing,adjusting, relocating and operating the utility facilities, which grant shall be limited to the following described purpose(s): Water System& Appurtenances. Such grant is subject to and must be exercised in strict accordance with and subject to this franchise, Title 12 of the Mason County Code, the Manual and all applicable laws, rules, regulations and ordinances. Franchisee's exercise of any rights granted pursuant to the franchise is subject to the exercise of the County's police powers,and other regulatory powers as it may have or obtain in the future. No rights shall pass to the franchisee by implication. This franchise does not include permission to enter into or upon the road rights-of-way for any purposes others than the purposes expressly described herein. Permittee has a duty to notify the County of any change in use or condition of the utility facilities that may affect the status of the utility facilities or the impact of the utility facilities upon the road rights-of-way. III. UTILITY PERMIT REQUIRED Franchisee shall not commence or perform work(hereafter"Work")to install,construct,maintain repair, replace adjust, connect, disconnect, rebuild, or relocate its utility facilities within the road rights-of-way,without first applying for,paying all associated fees,and obtaining a utility permit as required pursuant to Title 12 of the Mason County Code. In any utility permit so issued,the County may impose,as a condition of the granting the utility permit,such conditions and regulations as may be necessary for the protection,preservation and management of the road rights-of-way,including, by way of example and not limitation, for the purpose of protecting any structures in the road rights-of-way, maintaining proper distance from other utilities, ensuring the proper restoration of such road rights-of-way and structures,and for the protection of the County and the public and the continuity of pedestrian and vehicular traffic. Franchisee shall first file with the County Engineer its application for a utility permit to do such Work together with plans and specifications in triplicate showing at a minimum: A.The position,depth and location of all such utility facilities sought to be constructed,laid, installed or erected at that time,showing their relative position to existing county roads,rights-of-way or other county property upon plans drawn to scale,hereinafter collectively referred to as the"map of definite location; B. The class and type of material and equipment to be used, manner of excavation, construction,installation,backfill,erection of temporary structures,erection of permanent structures, traffic control,traffic turnouts and road obstructions; C. The manner in which the utility facility is to be installed; D. Measures to be taken to preserve safe and free flow of traffic; 2 E. Structural integrity of the roadway,bridge, or other structure; F. Specifications for the restoration of the county road,right-of-way or other county property in the event that the road right of way will be disturbed by the Work; and G. Provision for ease of future road maintenance and appearance of the roadway. Provision shall be made for known or planned expansion of the utility facilities,particularly those located underground or attached to bridges or other structures within the road right-of-way. The location, alignment and depth of the utility facilities shall conform with said map of definite location,except in instances in which deviation may be allowed thereafter in writing by the County Engineer pursuant to application by Franchisee. All such Work shall be subject to the approval of and shall pass the inspection of the County Engineer.The Franchisee shall pay all costs of and expenses incurred in the examination,inspection and approval of such work on account of granting the said utility permits. IV. RESTORATION OF ROAD RIGHT OF WAY In any Work which disturbs or causes damage to the road rights-of-way subject to this franchise, public or private property, the Franchisee shall at its own expense and with all convenient speed, complete the work to repair and restore the county road right-of-way, or the public or private property so disturbed or damaged, and leave the same in as good or better condition as before the Work was commenced,to the reasonable satisfaction of the County Engineer. The Franchisee shall pay all costs of and expenses incurred in the examination, inspection and approval of such restoration or repair. The County Commissioners and/or County Engineer may at any time do,order or have done any and all work that they consider necessary to restore to a safe condition such County road right-of-way or other County property left by the Franchisee or its agents in a condition dangerous to life or property, and the Franchisee,upon demand, shall pay to the County all costs of such work. V. FRANCHISEE WORK IN RIGHT OF WAY Franchisee expressly agrees and understands that,with regard to Work within the road rights-of-way: A. All of Franchisee's utility facilities and Work within the road rights-of-way or other County property shall be in compliance with the provisions of Title 12 MCC, the Manual, the administrative regulations adopted by the County Engineer,other County established requirements for placement of utility facilities in road rights-of-way, including the specific location of utility facilities in the road rights-of-way, and all applicable laws, rules, regulations and ordinances; B. In preparing plans and specifications for Work of utility facilities in the road rights-of- 3 way the Franchisee shall use the Manual. Prior to commencement of work in the road rights-of-way, Franchisee shall submit such plans and specifications to the Mason County Engineer for review and approval together with adequate exhibits depicting existing or proposed location of the utility facility in relation to the road, including right-of-way or easement lines; relationship to currently planned road revisions,if applicable;and all locations and situations for which deviations in depth of cover (including the proposed method of protection) or other locational standards that are anticipated; C. All Work to utility facilities located within the road rights-of-way or other county property subject to this franchise shall be done in such a manner as not to interfere, other than in ways approved by the County, with the construction, operation and maintenance of other utilities, public or private, drains, drainage ditches and structures, irrigation ditches and structures, located therein,nor with the grading or improvements of such County roads,rights-of-way or other County property; D. The owners and operators of all utility facilities (public or private) installed in the Franchise Area or other county property prior in time to the utility facilities of the Franchisee,shall have preference as to the alignment and location of such utilities so installed with respect to the Franchisee. Such preference shall continue in the event of the necessity of relocating or changing the grade of any such county road or right-of-way; E. Franchisee shall perform the Work and operate its utility facilities in a manner that minimizes interference with the use of the road rights-of-way by others,including others that may be installing utility facilities; and F. The County may require that Franchisee's utility facilities be installed at a particular time, at a specific place,or in a particular manner as a condition of access to a particular road right-of-way; may deny access if a Franchisee is not willing to comply with the County's requirements; and may remove, or require removal of, any utility facility that is not installed in compliance with the requirements established by the County,or which is installed without prior County approval of the time, place, or manner of installation and charge the Franchisee for all the costs associated with removal; and may require Franchisee to cooperate with others to minimize adverse impacts on the road rights-of-way through joint trenching and other arrangements. G. The County may inspect the utility facilities at any time reasonable under the circumstances to ensure compliance with this franchise and applicable law,including to ensure that the utility facilities are constructed and maintained in a safe condition. If an unsafe condition is found to exist,the County,in addition to taking any other action permitted under applicable law,may order the Franchisee, in writing, to make the necessary repairs and alterations specified therein forthwith to correct the unsafe condition on a time-table established by the County which is reasonable in light of the unsafe condition. The County has the right to correct,inspect,administer, and repair the unsafe condition if the Franchisee fails to do so, and to charge the Franchisee therefore. The right of the County to conduct such inspections and order or make repairs shall not be construed to create an obligation therefore,and such obligation to construct and maintain its utility 4 facilities in a safe condition shall at all times remain the sole obligation of the Franchisee. H. When required by the County,Franchisee shall make information available to the public regarding any work involving the ongoing installation,construction,adjustment,relocation,repair or maintenance of its utility facilities sufficient to show (1) the nature of the work being performed; (2)where it is being performed; (3)its estimated completion date; and(4)progress to completion. I. FRANCHISEE IS PLACED ON NOTICE THAT FIBER OPTIC,COMMUNICATIONS, POWER, CONTROL SYSTEMS, OTHER TYPES OF CABLES, AND PIPELINES MAY BE BURIED ON THE RIGHT OF WAY. Before beginning any underground work, Franchisee will contact the appropriate personnel to have such facilities located and make arrangements as to protective measures that must be adhered to prior to the commencement of any work within the Road rights-of-way. In addition to the liability terms elsewhere in this Agreement, Franchisee shall indemnify and hold the County and its elected and appointed officers, employees and agents harmless against and from all cost,liability,and expense whatsoever(including,without limitation, attorney's fees and court costs and expenses)arising out of or in any way contributed to by any act or omission of Franchisee,its contractor,agents and/or employees,that cause or in any way or degree contribute to (1) any damage to or destruction of any such facilities by Franchisee, and/or its contractor, agents and/or employees, on the County's property, (2) any injury to or death of any person employed by or on behalf of any entity,and/or its contractor,agents and/or employees,on the road rights-of-way, and/or(3) any claim or cause of action for alleged loss of profits or revenue,or loss of service, by a customer or user of services or products of such company(ies) (collectively "Liabilities" for purposes of this Section V.1). The only Liabilities with respect to which Franchisee's obligation to indemnify the County and its elected and appointed officers, employees and agents does not apply are Liabilities to the extent arising out of,caused by or resulting from the negligence of the County, and its elected and appointed officers, employees and agents and Liabilities that by law the County and its elected and appointed officers, employees and agents for which the County cannot be indemnified. J. Franchisee shall continuously be a member of the State of Washington one number locator service under RCW 19.122, or an approved equivalent, and shall comply with all such applicable rules and regulations. K. Except in the event of emergency as described below,Franchisee and its Agents may not enter upon the Franchise Area to perform work for which a utility permit is not required,unless and except upon two-business days notice to the County Engineer. L. In the event of an emergency involving the threat of imminent harm to persons or property,and for purposes of taking immediate corrective action,Franchisee and its agents may enter the Franchise Area without advance notice to the County as long as such entry is for the sole purpose of addressing the emergency; provided however, that if any entry for such purposes would require issuance of a utility permit,Franchisee shall give the County verbal or telephonic notice of the places where and the manner in which entry is required prior to such entry,promptly followed by written notice. In all cases,notice to the County shall be given as far in advance as practical prior to entry or as soon as practicable after entry upon the road right-of-Way. 5 M. Franchisee shall promptly reimburse the County for their reasonable and direct costs incurred in responding to an emergency that is caused, created by or attributable to the presence, construction,maintenance,repair,or operation of the Franchisees utility facilities in the road rights- of-way. N. If,during installation,construction,relocation,realignment,adjustment,maintenance,or repair of the Franchisee's utility facilities in the road rights-of-way,Franchisee or its agents discover scientific or historic artifacts,Franchisee shall immediately notify the County of said discovery and shall protect such artifacts in a manner as specified by the County. Any such artifact shall be the property of the County if the County wishes to own it. VI. PROTECTION OF PUBLIC All work done under this franchise shall be done in a thorough and workman-like manner. In the performance of Work within or near the road rights-of-way, including without limitation, the opening of trenches and the tunneling under county roads,rights-of way or other county property,the Franchisee shall leave such trenches, ditches and tunnels in such a way as to interfere as little as possible with public travel and shall take all due and necessary precautions to guard the same,so that damage or injury shall not occur or arise by reason of such Work; and where any of such trenches, ditches and tunnels are left open at night, the Franchisee shall place warning lights,barricades and other appropriate protective devices at such a position as to give adequate warning of such Work. The Franchisee shall be liable for any injury to person or persons or damage to property sustained arising out of its carelessness or neglect, or through any failure or neglect to properly guard or give warning of any trenches, ditches or tunnels dug or maintained by the Franchisee. VII. POLICE POWERS The County of Mason,in granting this franchise,does not waive any rights which it now has or may hereafter acquire with respect to county roads, rights-of-way or other county property and this franchise shall not be construed to deprive the county of any powers, rights or privileges which it now has or may hereafter acquire to regulate the use of and to control the county roads,rights-of-way and other county property covered by this franchise. The County retains the right to administer and regulate activities of the Franchisee up to the fullest extent of the law. The failure to reserve a particular right to regulate, or reference a particular regulation, shall not be interpreted by negative implication or otherwise to prevent the application of a regulation to the Franchisee. VIII. RELOCATION Franchisee shall, in the course of any Work , comply with the following requirements: A. The Franchisee shall, by a time specified by the County, protect, support, temporarily disconnect,relocate,or remove any of its utility facilities when required by the County by reason of traffic conditions;public safety;road right-of-way construction;road right-of-way repair(including 6 resurfacing or widening); change of road right-of-way grade; construction,installation,or repair of County-owned sewers,drains,water pipes,power lines,signal lines,tracks,communications system, other public work, public facility, or improvement of any government-owned utility; road right-of-way vacation;or for any other purpose where the County work involved would be aided by the removal or relocation of the utility facilities. Collectively,such matters are referred to below as the "public work." Franchisee acknowledges and understands that any delay by Franchisee in performing the herein described work may delay, hinder, or interfere with the work performed by the County and its contractors and subcontractors done in furtherance of such Public Work and result in damage to the County,including but not limited to,delay claims. Franchisee shall cooperate with the County and its contractors and subcontractors to coordinate such Franchisee work to accommodate the Public Work project and project schedules to avoid delay, hindrance of, or interference with the Public Work. The County of Mason shall make available to the Franchisee a copy of the Six Year Transportation Program and the County's annual construction program after adoption each year. It is anticipated these programs will aid the utility in planning construction programs. B. Franchisee has a duty to protect its utility facilities from work performed by the County within the road rights-of-way. The rights granted to the Franchisee herein do not preclude the County of Mason, its employees, contractors, subcontractors, and agents from blasting, grading, excavating, or doing other necessary road work contiguous to Franchisee's utility facilities; providing that, the Franchisee shall be given a minimum of forty-eight (48) hours notice of said blasting or other work in order that the Franchisee may protect its utility facilities. C. In the event of an emergency,or where the utility facility creates or is contributing to an imminent danger to health, safety, or property, the County may protect, support, temporarily disconnect,remove,or relocate any or all parts of the utility facility without prior notice,and charge the Franchisee for costs incurred. D. If any Person that is authorized to place facilities in the road right of way requests the Franchisee to protect, support,temporarily disconnect, remove,or relocate the Franchisee's utility facilities to accommodate the construction,operation,or repair of the facilities of such other person, the Franchisee shall,after 30 days'advance written notice,take action to effect the necessary changes requested;provided that,if such project is related to or competes with Franchisee's service,or if the effect of such changes would be to permanently deprive Franchisee of the beneficial enjoyment of this franchise for its intended purposes through interference with the operation of Franchisee's utility facilities or otherwise, Franchisee shall not be required to relocate its utility facilities. Unless the matter is governed by a valid contract or a state or federal law or regulation, or unless the Franchisee's utility facilities were not properly installed, the reasonable cost of the same shall be borne by the Person requesting the protection, support, temporary disconnection, removal, or relocation at no charge to the County, even if the County makes the request for such action. 7 E. The Franchisee shall, on the request of any person holding a valid permit issued by a governmental authority, temporarily raise or lower its wires to permit the moving of buildings or other objects. The expense of such temporary removal or raising or lowering of wires shall be paid by the person requesting the same. The County of Mason will accept liability for direct and actual damages to said Franchisee that are the result of the negligence of Mason County, its trustees, officers, employees, contractors, subcontractors or agents while performing County improvement or Public Works projects enumerated in the original franchise agreement under Section VIII,paragraph B. Direct and actual damages are specifically limited to physical damage to properly installed and located infrastructure of the Franchisee and the cost to repair such physical damage. Mason County retains the right to assert all applicable defenses in the event of a dispute including contributory negligence on the part of the Franchisee. Mason County shall in no way be liable for incidental damages claimed to arise from such actions. All Work to be performed by the Franchisee under this section shall pass the inspection of the County Engineer. The Franchisee shall pay all costs of and expenses incurred in the examination, inspection and approval of such work. IX. PRESERVATION OF MONUMENTS/MARKERS Before any work is performed under this franchise which may affect any existing monuments or markers of any nature relating to subdivisions,plats,roads and all other surveys,the Franchisee shall reference all such monuments and markers. The reference points shall be so located that they will not be disturbed during the Franchisee's operations under this franchise. The method of referencing these monuments or other points to be referenced shall be approved by the County Engineer. The replacement of all such monuments or markers disturbed during construction shall be made as expeditiously as conditions permit,and as directed by the County Engineer. The cost of monuments or other markers lost, destroyed, or disturbed, and the expense of replacement by approved monuments shall be borne by the Franchisee. A complete set of reference notes for monument and other ties shall be filed with the office of the Mason County Engineer. X. VACATION OF ROAD RIGHT-OF-WAY If at any time the County shall vacate any County road,right-of-way or other County property which is subject to rights granted by this franchise and said vacation shall be for the purpose of acquiring the fee or other property interest in said road, right-of-way or other county property for the use of Mason County,in either its proprietary or governmental capacity,then the Board of Mason County Commissioners may, at its option, and by giving thirty(30) days written notice to the Franchisee, terminate this franchise with reference to such county road,right-of-way or other county property so vacated, and the County of Mason shall not be liable for any damages or loss to the Franchisee by reason of such termination. It has been the practice of Mason County to reserve easements for 8 utilities at the time of road vacation,and will continue to be the practice until such time the Board of Mason County Commissioners direct a change of practice. XI. FINANCIAL SECURITY A. Insurance Except as otherwise provided herein,Franchisee shall maintain for itself and the County, throughout the entire period any part of Franchisee's utility facilities are located in the Franchise Area, adequate insurance to protect the Parties and their elected and appointed officers, agents,employees against all of County's and Franchisee's liability arising out of Franchisee's use and occupancy of the Franchise Area or any part thereof. This obligation shall require the Franchisee to maintain insurance at least in the following amounts: 1. COMMERCIAL GENERAL LIABILITY insurance to cover liability, bodily injury, and property damage. The Commercial General Liability insurance shall be written on an occurrence basis, with an aggregate limit location endorsement for the Franchise Area, and shall provide coverage for any and all costs, including defense costs, and losses and damages resulting from personal injury, bodily injury and death, property damage, products liability and completed operations. Such insurance shall include blanket contractual coverage, including coverage for the Franchise as now or hereafter amended and specific coverage for the indemnity provisions set forth herein. Coverage must be written with the following limits of liability: Bodily and Personal Inj1U&Property Damage $ 1,000,000 per Occurrence $ 2,000,000 aggregate 2 WORKERS' COMPENSATION insurance shall be maintained to comply with statutory limits for all employees,and in the case any work is sublet,the Franchisee shall require its contractors and subcontractors similarly to provide workers' compensation insurance for all the employees. The Franchisee shall also maintain, during the life of this policy, employer's liability insurance;provided that this obligation shall not apply to any time period during which Franchisee has no employees. The following minimum limits must be maintained: Workers' Compensation Statutory Employer's Liability $ 1,000,000 each occurrence 3.COMPREHENSIVE AUTO LIABILITY insurance shall include owned,hired,and non-owned vehicles operated by Franchisee employees on an occurrence basis with coverage of at least$2,000,000 per occurrence. If the Franchisee, its contractors, or subcontractors do not have the required insurance,the County may require such entities to stop operations until the insurance is obtained and approved. Certificates of Insurance reflecting evidence of the required insurance and approved by the County's 9 Risk Manager for the GENERAL LIABILITY policies described above,shall be sent to the County's risk manager. The certificate shall be filed with the acceptance of the franchise, and annually thereafter, and as provided below. All coverage shall be listed all on one certificate with the same expiration dates. The certificates shall contain a provision that coverages afforded under these policies will not be canceled until at least 30 days'prior written notice has been given to the County. In the event that the insurance certificate provided indicates that the insurance shall terminate or lapse during the period of the franchise,then,in that event,the Franchisee shall furnish, at least 30 days prior to the expiration of the date of such insurance,a renewed certificate of insurance as proof that equal and like coverage has been or will be obtained prior to any such lapse or termination during the balance of the period of the franchise. The County reserves the right, during the term of the franchise, to require any other insurance coverage or adjust the policy limits as it deems reasonably necessary utilizing sound risk management practices and principals based upon the loss exposures. Each insurance policy required pursuant to this franchise shall be primary and non-contributing as respects any coverage maintained by the County and shall include an endorsement reflecting the same. Any other coverage maintained by County shall be excess of this coverage herein defined as primary and shall not contribute with it. The certificate of insurance must reflect that the above wording is included in all such policies. Each insurance policy obtained pursuant to this franchise shall be issued by financially sound insurers who may lawfully do business in the State of Washington with a financial rating at all times during coverage of no less than rating of"A" and a class of"X" or better in the latest edition of "Best's Key Rating Guide"published by A.M.Best Company,or such other financial rating or rating guide approved in writing by the County's risk manager. In the event that at any time during coverage,the insurer does not meet the foregoing standards,Franchisee shall give prompt notice to the County and shall seek coverage from an insurer that meets the foregoing standards. The County reserves the right to change the rating or the rating guide depending upon the changed risks or availability of other suitable and reliable rating guides. Comprehensive general liability insurance policies and coverage obtained pursuant to this franchise shall include an endorsement(standard ISO form CG 24-17) deleting all exclusions for work or incidents occurring within any distance from a railroad track or railroad property, or on, over, or under a railroad track. Insurance policies required pursuant to this franchise shall have no non-standard exclusions unless approved of by the County Risk Manager or designee. Commercial general liability insurance policies obtained pursuant to this franchise shall name the 10 County as an additional insured without limitation, pursuant to an endorsement approved of by the County's Risk Manager or designee. Franchisee and Franchisee's Contractors' insurers, through policy endorsement, shall waive their rights of subrogation against the County for all claims and suits. The certificate of insurance must reflect this waiver of subrogation rights endorsement. Commercial General Liability Insurance policies and coverage required herein of public utility operators may include a reasonable deductible or self-insured retention;provided,however,that as to any Loss or Damage covered as provided herein, if Franchisee elects to include any deductible or self-insured retention,Franchisee shall itself directly cover,in lieu of insurance,any and all County liabilities that would otherwise in accordance with the provisions of this Franchise be covered by Franchisee's insurance if Franchisee elected not to include a deductible or self-insured retention. Such direct coverage by Franchisee shall be in an amount equal to the amount of Franchisee's actual deductible or self-insured retention. Franchisee shall be required to provide a certification of self- insurance retention to the county in a form and content acceptable to the county engineer. B. Performance/Payment Bond. At the same time Franchisee provides its acceptance of this Franchise, the Franchisee shall, if required by the County Engineer, provide a performance and payment bond to ensure the full and faithful performance of all of its responsibilities under this franchise and applicable rules, regulations and ordinances, including, by way of example, but not limited to,its obligations to relocate and remove its utility facilities,to restore the road rights-of-way and other property when damaged or disturbed, and to reimburse the County for its costs. The amount of the performance and payment bond shall be for ZERO ($0). The amount of the bond,or cash deposit as described below, may be adjusted by the County every five years from the date of execution of this franchise,to take into account cumulative inflation or increased risks to the County. The Franchisee may be required to obtain additional bonds in accordance with the County's ordinary practices. The bond shall be in a form with terms and conditions acceptable to the County and reviewed and approved by the County Engineer. The bond shall be with a surety with a rating no less than "A V in the latest edition of"Bests Key Rating Guide," published by A.M. Best Guide. The Franchisee shall pay all premiums or costs associated with maintaining the bond,and shall keep the same in full force and effect at all times.If Franchisee fails to provide or maintain the bond,then the County,in its sole discretion,may require Franchisee to substitute an equivalent cash deposit as described below in lieu of the bond. Franchisee, may at its election or upon order by the County, substitute an equivalent cash deposit instead of a performance and payment bond. This cash deposit shall ensure the full and faithful performance of all of Franchisee's responsibilities hereto under this Permit and all applicable laws, rules, regulations or ordinances. This includes, but is not limited to, its obligations to relocate or remove its facilities, restore the road rights-of-way and other property to their original condition, reimbursing the County for its costs, and keeping Franchisee's insurance in full force. The County shall notify Franchisee in writing, by certified mail, of any default and shall give 11 Franchisee thirty(30)days from the date of such notice to cure any such default. In the event that the Franchisee fails to cure such default to the satisfaction of the County,the County may,at its option, forfeit the entire amount of the cash deposit or draw upon the cash deposit up to the amount of the County's costs incurred to cure Franchisee's default. Upon the County's cure of Franchisee's default, the County shall notify Franchisee in writing of such cure. In the event that the County draws upon the cash deposit or forfeits the same, Franchisee shall thereupon replenish the cash deposit to the full amount as specified herein or provide a replacement performance and payment bond. Before any Work commences in the road right-of-way,the County Engineer may require the operator to provide a performance and payment bond for each separate project in an amount to be determined by the County Engineer, but not less than five hundred dollars, written by a surety company acceptable to the County Risk Manager and authorized to do business in the state of Washington. The purpose of the bond is to insure completion of construction, including the restoration of surfacing,slopes,slope treatment,topsoil,landscape treatment,and drainage facilities,and cleanup of rights-of-way, and payment of costs incurred by the County to enforce the requirements of this Chapter. The performance and payment bond shall be in place for a period ending not more than one year after the date of completion. A project specific performance bond shall not be required in the event that the franchisee has in place a blanket performance bond and, when required, a payment bond, maintained pursuant to the requirements of this franchise. A performance and payment bond for work in the road right-of-way will not be required of the United States Government or any of its agencies or of any municipal corporation or department of the state of Washington and its local subdivisions. C. Limitation of Liability. To the fullest extent permitted by law,the Franchisee shall,and shall cause its contractor(s) to release, indemnify, defend and hold harmless the county and the county's legal representatives,officer(elected or), appointed)employees and agents(collectively, "indemnitees")for, from and against any and all claims, liabilities, fines,penalties, cost, damages, losses, liens, causes of action, suits, demands, judgments and expenses (including, without limitations, court costs, attorneys' fees and costs of investigation, removal and remediation and governmental oversight costs),Environmental or otherwise(collectively"liabilities")of any nature, kind, or description, of any person or entity,directly or indirectly,arising out of,resulting from, or related to (in whole or in part): 1. this franchise; 2. any rights or interests granted pursuant to this franchise; 3. franchisee's occupation and use of the road right of way; 12 4. franchisee's operation of its utility facilities; 5. the presence of utility facilities within the right of way; 6. the environmental condition and status of the road right-of-way caused by, aggravated by, or contributed to, in whole or in part,by franchisee or its agents; or 7. The acts,errors,or omissions of third parties when arising out of the installation, construction,adjustment,relocation,replacement,removal,or maintenance of such third party utility facilities within the road rights-of-way when such work is performed under authority of the operator's utility permit or at the direction or under the control of the operator; or 8. any act or omission of franchisee or franchisee's agents; The only liabilities with respect to which franchisee's obligation to indemnify the indemnitees do not apply are liabilities to the extent arising out of, caused by or resulting from the negligence of the county, its officers, agents, employees or contractors and liabilities that by law the indemnities cannon be indemnified for. Upon written notice from the county,franchisee agrees to assume the defense of any lawsuit or other proceeding brought against any indemnitee by any entity, relating to any matter covered by this franchise for which franchisee has an obligation to assume liability for and/or save and hold harmless any indemnitee.Franchisee shall pay all cost incident to such defense,including,but not limited to, attorneys' fees,investigators' fees,litigation and appeal expenses,settlement payments and amounts paid in satisfaction of judgments. Franchisee will fully satisfy said judgment within ninety(90)days after said suit or action shall have finally been determined if determined adversely to Mason County. Upon the Franchisee's failure to satisfy said judgment within the ninety (90) day period, this franchise shall at once cease and terminate. Acceptance by the County of any Work performed by the Franchisee at the time of completion shall not be grounds for avoidance of this covenant. XII. FRANCHISE NONEXCLUSIVE This franchise shall not be deemed to be an exclusive franchise. It shall in no manner prohibit the County of Mason from granting other utilities under,along,across,over and upon any of the County roads,rights-of-way or other County property subject to this franchise and shall in no way prevent or prohibit the County of Mason from constructing, altering, maintaining or using any of said roads, rights-of-way,drainage structures or facilities,irrigation structures or facilities,or any other county property or affect its jurisdiction over them or any part of them with full power to make all necessary changes,relocations,repairs,maintenance, etc., the same as the county may deem fit. 13 XIII. SUCCESSORS AND ASSIGNS All the provisions,conditions,regulations and requirements herein contained shall be binding upon the successors and assigns of the Franchisee,and all privileges,as well as all obligations and liability of the Franchisee, shall ensure to its successors and assigns equally as if they were specifically mentioned wherever the Franchisee is mentioned. Any reference in this franchise to a specifically named party shall be deemed to apply to any successor, heir, administrator, executor or assign of such party who has acquired its interest in compliance with the terms of this franchise,or under law. XIV. TRANSFER/ASSIGNMENT Franchisee may assign or transfer this franchise after prior written notice to County of Mason and assignee's written commitment,in a form and content approved by the County Prosecutor,delivered to County of Mason, that assignees shall thereafter be responsible for all obligations of Franchisee with respect to the franchise and guaranteeing performance under the terms and conditions of the franchise and that transferee will be bound by all the conditions of the franchise and will assume all the obligations of its predecessor. Such an assignment shall relieve the Franchisee of any further obligations under the franchise, including any obligations not fulfilled by Franchisee's assignee; provided that,the assignment shall not in any respect relieve the Franchisee,or any of its successors in interest,of responsibility for acts or omissions,known or unknown,or the consequences thereof, which acts or omissions occur prior to the time of the assignment. No franchise or master road use permit may be assigned or transferred without filing or establishing with the county the insurance certificates and performance bond as required pursuant to this franchise. XV. ANNEXATION Whenever any of the County roads, rights-of-way or other county property as designated in this franchise,by reason of the subsequent incorporation of any town or city,or extension of the limits of any town or city, shall fall within the city or town limits and shall by operation of law or otherwise terminate in respect to the said roads,rights-of-way or other county property so included with city or town limits; this franchise shall continue in force and effect to all county roads, rights-of-way or other county property not so included in city or town limits. XVI. REVOCATION/REMEDIES A. Revocation. In addition the right to revoke this franchise as set forth in Title 12 of the Mason County Code, if the Franchisee shall willfully violate, or fail to comply with any of the provisions of this franchise through willful or unreasonable neglect or fail to heed or comply with any notice given the Franchisee under the provision of this grant, then Franchisee shall forfeit all rights conferred hereunder and this franchise may be revoked or annulled, after a public hearing by the Board of County Commissioners. The Franchisee shall not be relieved of any of its obligations to comply promptly with any provision of this franchise by reason of any failure of the County to enforce prompt compliance,and the County's failure to enforce shall not constitute a waiver of rights 14 or acquiescence in the Licensee's conduct. Subject to the required consent, adjudication, permission or authorization of a federal or state regulatory agency with jurisdiction over the subject matter, upon revocation of the franchise, the County may require the Franchisee to remove its utility facilities from any road rights-of-way, and restore such road right-of-way to its same or better condition as existed just prior to such removal,or de-commission and abandon such utility facilities in place in whole or in part and in a manner approved by the County Board of Commissioners. If the Franchisee fails to remove utility facilities that the County requires it to remove,the County may perform the work and collect the cost thereof from the Franchisee. The actual cost thereof,including direct and indirect administrative costs,shall be a lien upon all utility facilities of the Franchisee within the franchise Area effective upon filing of the lien with the Mason County Auditor. B. Remedies. The County has the right to exercise any and all of the following remedies, singly or in combination,in the event of Default. "Default"shall mean any failure of Franchisee or its agents to keep,observe,or perform any of Franchisee's or its agent's duties or obligations under this franchise: 1. Damages. Franchisee shall be liable for any and all damages incurred by County. 2. Specific Performance. County shall be entitled to specific performance of each and every obligation of Franchisee under this franchise without any requirement to prove or establish that County does not have an adequate remedy at law. Franchisee hereby waives the requirement of any such proof and acknowledges that County would not have an adequate remedy at law for Franchisee's commission of an Event of Default hereunder. 3. Injunction. County shall be entitled to restrain, by injunction, the actual or threatened commission or attempt of an Event of Default and to obtain a judgment or order specifically prohibiting a violation or breach of this Agreement without, in either case, being required to prove or establish that County does not have an adequate remedy at law. Franchisee hereby waives the requirement of any such proof and acknowledges that County would not have an adequate remedy at law for Franchisee's commission of an Event of Default hereunder. 4. Alternative Remedies. Neither the existence of other remedies identified in this franchise nor the exercise thereof shall be deemed to bar or otherwise limit the right of the County to commence an action for equitable or other relief, and/or proceed against Franchisee and any guarantor for all direct monetary damages, costs and expenses arising from the Default and to recover all such damages, costs and expenses, including reasonable attorneys' fees. Remedies are cumulative; the exercise of one shall not foreclose the exercise of others. XVII. SUBSEQUENT ACTION In the event that after this franchise becomes effective, (a) there is a change in the law which 15 broadens the authority of the County of Mason or the Franchisee with respect to any act permitted or authorized under this franchise; or (b)the County of Mason or the Franchisee believe that amendments to this franchise are necessary or appropriate, then the County of Mason and the Franchisee agree to enter into good faith negotiations to amend this franchise so as to enable the Parties to address, in a manner reasonably acceptable to all Parties, such change or other development which formed the basis for the negotiations. The Parties recognize that the purpose of the negotiations would be to preserve, to the maximum extent consistent with law, the scope and purpose of this franchise. Mason County reserves for itself the right at any time upon ninety(90) days written notice to the Franchisee, to so change, amend, modify or amplify any of the provisions or conditions herein enumerated to conform to any state statute or county regulation,relating to the public welfare,health, safety or highway regulation,as may hereafter be enacted,adopted or promulgated and this franchise may be terminated at such time a public hearing is held by the Board of County Commissioners,and the Franchisee's utility facilities are found not to be operated or maintained in accordance with such statute or regulation. XVIII. ACCEPTANCE Franchisee shall execute and return to the County of Mason a signed acceptance of the franchise granted hereunder. The acceptance shall be in the form of the acceptance attached hereto as Exhibit "A", and in accepting the franchise, Franchisee warrants that it has carefully read the terms and conditions of this franchise and accepts all of the terms and conditions of this franchise and agrees to abide by the same and acknowledges that it has relied upon its own investigation of all relevant facts, that it has had the assistance of counsel, that it was not induced to accept a franchise, that this franchise represents the entire agreement between the Franchisee and the County of Mason. In the event the Franchisee fails to submit the countersigned ordinance and acceptance as provided for herein within the time limits set forth in this section, the grant herein is and shall become null and void. XIX. MISCELLANEOUS PROVISIONS A. Controlling Law/Venue. Any disputes concerning the application or interpretation of any of the provisions of this franchise shall be governed by the laws of the State of Washington. Venue of any action or arbitration brought under this franchise shall be in Mason County,Washington or the Western District of Washington if an action is brought in federal court, provided, however, that venue of such action is legally proper. B. Liens. Franchisee shall promptly pay and discharge any and all liens arising out of any Work done, suffered or permitted to be done by Franchisee on any Franchise Area. C. Waiver. No waiver by either party of any provision of this franchise shall in any way impair the right of such party to enforce that provision for any subsequent breach, or County of 16 Mason's right to enforce all other provisions of this franchise. D. Attorney's Fees. If any action at law or in equity is necessary to enforce or interpret the terms of this franchise,the substantially prevailing Party or Parties shall be entitled to reasonable attorney's fees,costs and necessary disbursements in addition to any other relief to which such Party or Parties may be entitled. E. Amendment. This franchise may be amended only by a written contract signed by authorized representatives of Franchisee and County of Mason. F. Severability. If any provision of this franchise is held to be illegal, invalid or unenforceable under present or future laws,such provision will be fully severable and this franchise will be construed and enforced as if such illegal, invalid or unenforceable provision is not a part hereof,and the remaining provisions hereof will remain in full force and effect. In lieu of any illegal, invalid or unenforceable provision herein, there will be added automatically as a part of this franchise; a provision as similar in its terms to such illegal, invalid or unenforceable provision as may be possible and be legal,valid and enforceable. G. Joint and Several Liability. Franchisee acknowledges that, in any case in which Franchisee and Franchisee's Contractors are responsible under the terms of this franchise, such responsibility is joint and several as between Franchisee and any such Franchisee's Contractors; provided that,the Franchisee is not prohibited from allocating such liability as a matter of contract. H. Notices. Any notice contemplated, required, or permitted to be given under this franchise shall be sufficient if it is in writing and is sent either by: (a)registered or certified mail, return receipt requested;or(b)a nationally recognized overnight mail delivery service,to the Party and at the address specified below, except as such Party and address may be changed by providing notice to the other Party no less than thirty (30) days' advance written notice of such change in address. Franchisee: Kamilche Shores Community Association 491 SE Kamilche Shores Road Shelton, WA 98584 Attn: Tom Hallett Grantor: County of Mason Public Works 100 Public Works Drive Shelton, WA 98584 I. Approvals. Nothing in this franchise shall be deemed to impose any duty or obligation upon the County of Mason to determine the adequacy or sufficiency of Franchisee's plans and specifications or to ascertain whether Franchisee's proposed or actual construction, testing, 17 maintenance,repairs,replacement,relocation,adjustment or removal is adequate or sufficient or in conformance with the plans and specifications reviewed by the County of Mason. No approval given, inspection made, review or supervision performed by the County of Mason pursuant to this franchise shall constitute or be construed as a representation or warranty express or implied by County of Mason that such item approved, inspected, or supervised, complies with laws, rules regulations or ordinances or this franchise or meets any particular standard,code or requirement,or is in conformance with the plans and specifications,and no liability shall attach with respect thereto. County and inspections as provided herein, are for the sole purpose of protecting the County of Mason's rights as the owner or manager of the road rights-of-way and shall not constitute any representation or warranty,express or implied,as to the adequacy of the design,construction,repair, or maintenance of the utility facilities, suitability of the Franchise Area for construction, maintenance,or repair of the utility facilities,or any obligation on the part of the County of Mason to insure that work or materials are in compliance with any requirements imposed by a governmental entity. County of Mason is under no obligation or duty to supervise the design, construction, installation, relocation, adjustment, realignment, maintenance, repair, or operation of the utility facilities. J. Force Majeure. Neither Party hereto shall be liable to the other Party for any failure to perform an obligation set forth herein to the extent such failure is caused by war,act of terrorism or an act of God, provided that such Party has made and is making all reasonable efforts to perform such obligation and minimize any and all resulting loss or damage. K. Construction. All pronouns and any variations thereof shall be deemed to refer to the masculine,feminine or neuter,singular or plural,as the identity of the Party or Parties may require. The provisions of this franchise shall be construed as a whole according to their common meaning, except where specifically defined herein,not strictly for or against any party and consistent with the provisions contained herein in order to achieve the objectives and purposes of this franchise. L. Incorporation by Reference. All exhibits annexed hereto at the time of execution of this franchise or in the future as contemplated herein, are hereby incorporated by reference as though fully set forth herein. M. Calculation of Time. All periods of time referred to herein shall include Saturdays, Sundays,and legal holidays in the State of Washington,except that if the last day of any period falls on any Saturday,Sunday,or legal holiday in the State of Washington,the period shall be extended to include the next day which is not a Saturday, Sunday, or legal holiday in the State of Washington. N. Entire Agreement. This franchise is the full and complete agreement of County of Mason and Franchisee with respect to all matters covered herein and all matters related to the use of the Franchise Area by Franchisee and Franchisee's Contractors,and this franchise supersedes any and all other agreements of the Parties hereto with respect to all such matters,including,without limitation, all agreements evidencing the franchise. 18 O. No Recourse. Without limiting such immunities as the County or other persons may have under applicable law,Franchisee shall have no monetary recourse whatsoever against the County or its officials, boards, commissions, agents, or employees for any loss or damage arising out of the County's exercising its authority pursuant to this Franchise or other applicable law. P. Responsibility for Costs. Except as expressly provided otherwise,any act that Franchisee is required to perform under this franchise shall be performed at its cost. If Franchisee fails to perform work that it is required to perform within the time provided for performance, the County may perform the work and bill the Franchisee. The Franchisee shall pay the amounts billed within 30 days. Q. Work of Contractors and Subcontractors. Work by contractors and subcontractors is subject to the same restrictions, limitations, and conditions as if the work was performed by the Franchisee. The Franchisee shall be responsible for all work performed by its contractors and subcontractors,and others performing work on its behalf,under its control,or under authority of its utility permit,as if the work were performed by it and shall ensure that all such work is performed in compliance with this franchise, Title 12 MCC, the Manual and other applicable law, and shall be jointly and severally liable for all damages and correcting all damage caused by them. It is the Franchisee's responsibility to ensure that contractors, subcontractors, or other Persons performing work on the Franchisee's behalf are familiar with the requirements of the franchise,Title 12 MCC, the Manual, and other applicable laws governing the work performed by them. R. Survival of Terms. Upon the expiration, termination, revocation or forfeiture of the franchise,the Franchisee shall no longer have the right to occupy the franchise area for the purpose of providing services authorized herein. However,the Franchisee's obligations under this franchise to the County shall survive the expiration, termination, revocation or forfeiture of these rights according to its terms for so long as the Franchisee's utility facilities shall remain in whole or in part in the road rights of way. By way of illustration and not limitation, Franchisee's obligations to indemnify, defend and hold harmless the County, provide insurance and a performance/payment bond pursuant to Section XI and Franchisee's obligation to relocate its utility facilities pursuant to Section VIII, shall continue in effect as to the Franchisee, notwithstanding any expiration, termination, revocation or forfeiture of the franchise, except to the extent that a County-approved transfer, sale,or assignment of the utility system is completed, and another entity has assumed full and complete responsibility for the utility system or for the relevant acts or omissions. S. Warranties. By acceptance of this franchise, Franchisee warrants: 1. That Franchisee has full right and authority to enter into and perform this Franchise in accordance with the terms hereof, and by entering into or performing this Franchise, Franchisee is not in violation of its charter or by-laws,or any law,regulation,or agreement by which it is bound or to which it is subject; and 2. That the execution,delivery,and performance of this Franchise by Franchisee has been duly authorized by all requisite Board/Commission action, that the signatories for Franchisee of the 19 acceptance hereof are authorized to sign this Franchise, and that the joinder or consent of any other party, including a court, trustee, or referee, is not necessary to make valid and effective the execution, delivery, and performance of this Franchise and acceptance. DATED at Shelton, Washington this day of 20_. BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS APPROVED: MASON COUNTY, WASHINGTON County Engineer Chair Approve as to form: Vice Chair Chief D.P.A. Commissioner 20 Exhibit A ACCEPTANCE OF FRANCHISE Ordinance No. 115-06, effective November 14, 2006. I, c�, S 2 t ' , am theqs_1 f e*%fk �''�1, S =x0 � and am the authorized representative to accept the above-referenced franchise on behalf of I certify that this franchise and all terms and conditions thereof are accepted by without qualification or reservation. DATED this day of Q 204. FF-AN � ISEE By: NJ Its: Tax Id. No. STATE OF ss. COUNTY OF I certify that I know or have satisfactory evidence that is the person who appeared before me,and said person acknowledged that he/she signed this instrument,on oath stated that he/she was authorized to execute the instrument and acknowledged it as the S¢C y 5Z4 /'e'r of the kam,'/CktSAOX5 &mrn•cn,b/ A%,-k to be the free and voluntary act of Lch party for the uses and purposes mentioned in the instrument. Dated:/9/// lei`I Notary Public Print Namea ANWM MAO My commission exp es O 7 NOTARY PUBLIC STATS OF NNSW4TON COMMISSION EXPIRES JULY 25, 2021 A Description of - Area Kamilche Shores _ k • a. �1 ,o S RECORDED AT THE REQUEST OF AND AFTER RECORDING RETURN TO: County of Mason 100 West Public Works Drive Shelton WA 98584 Attn: County Engineer Title: Kamilche Shores Community Association Franchise Alzreement Grantor: COUNTY OF MASON, a legal subdivision of the state of Washington Grantee: Kamilche Shores Community Association Description of Franchise Area: SEE EXHIBIT B IN THE MATTER OF THE APPLICATION OF Tahuya River Valley Water District FOR A FRANCHISE PERMIT TO CONSTRUCT, OPERATE,AND MAINTAIN Water System&Appurtenances UTILITY FACILITIES, OVER, ALONG AND UNDER COUNTY ROADS AND HIGHWAYS LOCATED IN MASON COUNTY, WASHINGTON Application of(Name of Operator) Tahuya River Valley Water District, doing business in Washington as Water Distribution Utility, with its principal offices located at PO BOX 849 Belfair, WA 98528, by and through (person authorized to act for and on behalf of applicant) Anthony T. Butler, Bookkeeper , for a franchise to construct,operate and maintain(description of type) Water utility facilities in,over,along and under county roads and highways in Mason County, Washington,as set forth in attached Exhibit `B" (Franchise Area), having come on regularly for hearing before the County Commissioners of Mason County, Washington, on the day of 20 , at the hour of , under the provisions of RCW 36.55, RCW 80.32.010 and RCW 80.36.040,and it appearing to the Board that notice of said hearing has been duly given as required by law, and that it is in the public interest to allow the franchise herein granted; NOW THEREFORE, IT IS ORDERED that a non-exclusive franchise be, and the same is hereby given and granted to Operator, and its successors and assigns,hereinafter referred to as the Franchisee, for a period of 10 years with automatic renewal at the end of each term of 10 years unless either party gives the other written notice of termination at least 30 days prior to the end of the relevant term. (no more than ten years each term and can only be renewed 3 times) from and after the date of the entry of this order for the purposes, at the location(s), and upon the express terms and conditions as described herein. I. DEFINITIONS For the purposes of this franchise,terms,phrases,words,and their derivations not defined herein that are defined in Title 12 of the Mason County Code or the Manual on Accommodating Utilities in the Mason County Right-of-Way published by the County Engineer(the"Manual"),shall have the same meaning or be interpreted as provided in Title 12 of the Mason County Code or the Manual. Words not defined here, in Title 12 of the Mason County Code or the Manual shall have their ordinary meaning. A reference to Title 12 of the Mason County Code or the Manual refers to the same as may be amended,revised, updated, re-enacted or re-codified from time to time. II. GRANT The County of Mason hereby grants to the Franchisee anon-exclusive franchise which, once it becomes effective shall authorize the Franchisee to enter upon the road rights-of-way located within the Franchise Area identified in attached Exhibit`B", for the purpose of installing, 1 constructing, maintaining, repairing, replacing, adjusting,relocating and operating the utility facilities, which grant shall be limited to the following described purpose(s): Water System& Appurtenances._ Such grant is subject to and must be exercised in strict accordance with and subject to this franchise, Title 12 of the Mason County Code, the Manual and all applicable laws, rules, regulations and ordinances. Franchisee's exercise of any rights granted pursuant to the franchise is subject to the exercise of the County's police powers,and other regulatory powers as it may have or obtain in the future. No rights shall pass to the franchisee by implication. This franchise does not include permission to enter into or upon the road rights-of-way for any purposes others than the purposes expressly described herein. Permittee has a duty to notify the County of any change in use or condition of the utility facilities that may affect the status of the utility facilities or the impact of the utility facilities upon the road rights-of-way. III. UTILITY PERMIT REQUIRED Franchisee shall not commence or perform work(hereafter"Work")to install,construct,maintain repair, replace adjust, connect, disconnect, rebuild, or relocate its utility facilities within the road rights-of-way,without first applying for,paying all associated fees,and obtaining a utility permit as required pursuant to Title 12 of the Mason County Code. In any utility permit so issued,the County may impose,as a condition of the granting the utility permit,such conditions and regulations as may be necessary for the protection,preservation and management of the road rights-of-way,including, by way of example and not limitation, for the purpose of protecting any structures in the road rights-of-way, maintaining proper distance from other utilities, ensuring the proper restoration of such road rights-of-way and structures,and for the protection of the County and the public and the continuity of pedestrian and vehicular traffic. Franchisee shall first file with the County Engineer its application for a utility permit to do such Work together with plans and specifications in triplicate showing at a minimum: A.The position,depth and location of all such utility facilities sought to be constructed,laid, installed or erected at that time,showing their relative position to existing county roads,rights-of-way or other county property upon plans drawn to scale,hereinafter collectively referred to as the"map of definite location; B. The class and type of material and equipment to be used, manner of excavation, construction,installation,backfill,erection of temporary structures,erection of permanent structures, traffic control,traffic turnouts and road obstructions; C. The manner in which the utility facility is to be installed; D. Measures to be taken to preserve safe and free flow of traffic; 2 E. Structural integrity of the roadway,bridge, or other structure; F. Specifications for the restoration of the county road,right-of-way or other county property in the event that the road right of way will be disturbed by the Work; and G. Provision for ease of future road maintenance and appearance of the roadway. Provision shall be made for known or planned expansion of the utility facilities,particularly those located underground or attached to bridges or other structures within the road right-of-way. The location, alignment and depth of the utility facilities shall conform with said map of definite location,except in instances in which deviation may be allowed thereafter in writing by the County Engineer pursuant to application by Franchisee. All such Work shall be subject to the approval of and shall pass the inspection of the County Engineer.The Franchisee shall pay all costs of and expenses incurred in the examination,inspection and approval of such work on account of granting the said utility permits. IV. RESTORATION OF ROAD RIGHT OF WAY In any Work which disturbs or causes damage to the road rights-of-way subject to this franchise, public or private property, the Franchisee shall at its own expense and with all convenient speed, complete the work to repair and restore the county road right-of-way, or the public or private property so disturbed or damaged, and leave the same in as good or better condition as before the Work was commenced,to the reasonable satisfaction of the County Engineer. The Franchisee shall pay all costs of and expenses incurred in the examination, inspection and approval of such restoration or repair. The County Commissioners and/or County Engineer may at any time do,order or have done any and all work that they consider necessary to restore to a safe condition such County road right-of-way or other County property left by the Franchisee or its agents in a condition dangerous to life or property, and the Franchisee, upon demand, shall pay to the County all costs of such work. V. FRANCHISEE WORK IN RIGHT OF WAY Franchisee expressly agrees and understands that,with regard to Work within the road rights-of-way: A. All of Franchisee's utility facilities and Work within the road rights-of-way or other County property shall be in compliance with the provisions of Title 12 MCC, the Manual, the administrative regulations adopted by the County Engineer,other County established requirements for placement of utility facilities in road rights-of-way, including the specific location of utility facilities in the road rights-of-way, and all applicable laws, rules,regulations and ordinances; B. In preparing plans and specifications for Work of utility facilities in the road rights-of- 3 way the Franchisee shall use the Manual. Prior to commencement of work in the road rights-of-way, Franchisee shall submit such plans and specifications to the Mason County Engineer for review and approval together with adequate exhibits depicting existing or proposed location of the utility facility in relation to the road, including right-of-way or easement lines; relationship to currently planned road revisions,if applicable;and all locations and situations for which deviations in depth of cover (including the proposed method of protection)or other locational standards that are anticipated; C. All Work to utility facilities located within the road rights-of-way or other county property subject to this franchise shall be done in such a manner as not to interfere, other than in ways approved by the County,with the construction, operation and maintenance of other utilities, public or private, drains, drainage ditches and structures, irrigation ditches and structures, located therein,nor with the grading or improvements of such County roads,rights-of-way or other County property; D. The owners and operators of all utility facilities (public or private) installed in the Franchise Area or other county property prior in time to the utility facilities of the Franchisee,shall have preference as to the alignment and location of such utilities so installed with respect to the Franchisee. Such preference shall continue in the event of the necessity of relocating or changing the grade of any such county road or right-of-way; E. Franchisee shall perform the Work and operate its utility facilities in a manner that minimizes interference with the use of the road rights-of-way by others,including others that may be installing utility facilities; and F. The County may require that Franchisee's utility facilities be installed at a particular time, at a specific place,or in a particular manner as a condition of access to a particular road right-of-way; may deny access if a Franchisee is not willing to comply with the County's requirements; and may remove, or require removal of, any utility facility that is not installed in compliance with the requirements established by the County,or which is installed without prior County approval of the time, place, or manner of installation and charge the Franchisee for all the costs associated with removal; and may require Franchisee to cooperate with others to minimize adverse impacts on the road rights-of-way through joint trenching and other arrangements. G. The County may inspect the utility facilities at any time reasonable under the circumstances to ensure compliance with this franchise and applicable law,including to ensure that the utility facilities are constructed and maintained in a safe condition. If an unsafe condition is found to exist,the County,in addition to taking any other action permitted under applicable law,may order the Franchisee, in writing, to make the necessary repairs and alterations specified therein forthwith to correct the unsafe condition on a time-table established by the County which is reasonable in light of the unsafe condition. The County has the right to correct,inspect,administer, and repair the unsafe condition if the Franchisee fails to do so, and to charge the Franchisee therefore. The right of the County to conduct such inspections and order or make repairs shall not be construed to create an obligation therefore,and such obligation to construct and maintain its utility 4 facilities in a safe condition shall at all times remain the sole obligation of the Franchisee. H. When required by the County,Franchisee shall make information available to the public regarding any work involving the ongoing installation,construction,adjustment,relocation,repair or maintenance of its utility facilities sufficient to show(1)the nature of the work being performed; (2)where it is being performed; (3) its estimated completion date; and(4)progress to completion. I. FRANCHISEE IS PLACED ON NOTICE THAT FIBER OPTIC,COMMUNICATIONS, POWER, CONTROL SYSTEMS, OTHER TYPES OF CABLES, AND PIPELINES MAY BE BURIED ON THE RIGHT OF WAY. Before beginning any underground work, Franchisee will contact the appropriate personnel to have such facilities located and make arrangements as to protective measures that must be adhered to prior to the commencement of any work within the Road rights-of-way. In addition to the liability terms elsewhere in this Agreement, Franchisee shall indemnify and hold the County and its elected and appointed officers, employees and agents harmless against and from all cost,liability,and expense whatsoever(including,without limitation, attorney's fees and court costs and expenses)arising out of or in any way contributed to by any act or omission of Franchisee,its contractor,agents and/or employees,that cause or in any way or degree contribute to (1)any damage to or destruction of any such facilities by Franchisee, and/or its contractor, agents and/or employees, on the County's property, (2) any injury to or death of any person employed by or on behalf of any entity,and/or its contractor,agents and/or employees,on the road rights-of-way,and/or(3)any claim or cause of action for alleged loss of profits or revenue,or loss of service, by a customer or user of services or products of such company(ies) (collectively "Liabilities" for purposes of this Section V.I). The only Liabilities with respect to which Franchisee's obligation to indemnify the County and its elected and appointed officers,employees and agents does not apply are Liabilities to the extent arising out of,caused by or resulting from the negligence of the County, and its elected and appointed officers, employees and agents and Liabilities that by law the County and its elected and appointed officers,employees and agents for which the County cannot be indemnified. J. Franchisee shall continuously be a member of the State of Washington one number locator service under RCW 19.122, or an approved equivalent, and shall comply with all such applicable rules and regulations. K. Except in the event of emergency as described below,Franchisee and its Agents may not enter upon the Franchise Area to perform work for which a utility permit is not required,unless and except upon two-business days notice to the County Engineer. L. In the event of an emergency involving the threat of imminent harm to persons or property,and for purposes of taking immediate corrective action,Franchisee and its agents may enter the Franchise Area without advance notice to the County as long as such entry is for the sole purpose of addressing the emergency;provided however,that if any entry for such purposes would require issuance of a utility permit,Franchisee shall give the County verbal or telephonic notice of the places where and the manner in which entry is required prior to such entry,promptly followed by written notice. In all cases,notice to the County shall be given as far in advance as practical prior to entry or as soon as practicable after entry upon the road right-of-Way. 5 M. Franchisee shall promptly reimburse the County for their reasonable and direct costs incurred in responding to an emergency that is caused, created by or attributable to the presence, construction,maintenance,repair,or operation of the Franchisees utility facilities in the road rights- of-way. N. If,during installation,construction,relocation,realignment,adjustment,maintenance,or repair of the Franchisee's utility facilities in the road rights-of-way,Franchisee or its agents discover scientific or historic artifacts,Franchisee shall immediately notify the County of said discovery and shall protect such artifacts in a manner as specified by the County. Any such artifact shall be the property of the County if the County wishes to own it. VI. PROTECTION OF PUBLIC All work done under this franchise shall be done in a thorough and workman-like manner. In the performance of Work within or near the road rights-of-way, including without limitation, the opening of trenches and the tunneling under county roads,rights-of way or other county property,the Franchisee shall leave such trenches, ditches and tunnels in such a way as to interfere as little as possible with public travel and shall take all due and necessary precautions to guard the same,so that damage or injury shall not occur or arise by reason of such Work; and where any of such trenches, ditches and tunnels are left open at night,the Franchisee shall place warning lights,barricades and other appropriate protective devices at such a position as to give adequate warning of such Work. The Franchisee shall be liable for any injury to person or persons or damage to property sustained arising out of its carelessness or neglect,or through any failure or neglect to properly guard or give warning of any trenches, ditches or tunnels dug or maintained by the Franchisee. VII. POLICE POWERS The County of Mason,in granting this franchise,does not waive any rights which it now has or may hereafter acquire with respect to county roads, rights-of-way or other county property and this franchise shall not be construed to deprive the county of any powers, rights or privileges which it now has or may hereafter acquire to regulate the use of and to control the county roads,rights-of-way and other county property covered by this franchise. The County retains the right to administer and regulate activities of the Franchisee up to the fullest extent of the law. The failure to reserve a particular right to regulate,or reference a particular regulation, shall not be interpreted by negative implication or otherwise to prevent the application of a regulation to the Franchisee. VIII. RELOCATION Franchisee shall, in the course of any Work, comply with the following requirements: A. The Franchisee shall, by a time specified by the County, protect, support, temporarily disconnect,relocate,or remove any of its utility facilities when required by the County by reason of traffic conditions;public safety;road right-of-way construction;road right-of-way repair(including 6 resurfacing or widening);change of road right-of-way grade;construction,installation,or repair of County-owned sewers,drains,water pipes,power lines,signal lines,tracks,communications system, other public work, public facility, or improvement of any government-owned utility; road right-of-way vacation;or for any other purpose where the County work involved would be aided by the removal or relocation of the utility facilities. Collectively,such matters are referred to below as the "public work." Franchisee acknowledges and understands that any delay by Franchisee in performing the herein described work may delay, hinder, or interfere with the work performed by the County and its contractors and subcontractors done in furtherance of such Public Work and result in damage to the County,including but not limited to,delay claims. Franchisee shall cooperate with the County and its contractors and subcontractors to coordinate such Franchisee work to accommodate the Public Work project and project schedules to avoid delay, hindrance of, or interference with the Public Work. The County of Mason shall make available to the Franchisee a copy of the Six Year Transportation Program and the County's annual construction program after adoption each year. It is anticipated these programs will aid the utility in planning construction programs. B. Franchisee has a duty to protect its utility facilities from work performed by the County within the road rights-of-way. The rights granted to the Franchisee herein do not preclude the County of Mason, its employees, contractors, subcontractors, and agents from blasting, grading, excavating, or doing other necessary road work contiguous to Franchisee's utility facilities; providing that, the Franchisee shall be given a minimum of forty-eight (48) hours notice of said blasting or other work in order that the Franchisee may protect its utility facilities. C. In the event of an emergency,or where the utility facility creates or is contributing to an imminent danger to health, safety, or property, the County may protect, support, temporarily disconnect,remove,or relocate any or all parts of the utility facility without prior notice,and charge the Franchisee for costs incurred. D. If any Person that is authorized to place facilities in the road right of way requests the Franchisee to protect, support,temporarily disconnect,remove, or relocate the Franchisee's utility facilities to accommodate the construction,operation,or repair of the facilities of such other person, the Franchisee shall,after 30 days'advance written notice,take action to effect the necessary changes requested;provided that,if such project is related to or competes with Franchisee's service,or if the effect of such changes would be to permanently deprive Franchisee of the beneficial enjoyment of this franchise for its intended purposes through interference with the operation of Franchisee's utility facilities or otherwise, Franchisee shall not be required to relocate its utility facilities. Unless the matter is governed by a valid contract or a state or federal law or regulation, or unless the Franchisee's utility facilities were not properly installed, the reasonable cost of the same shall be borne by the Person requesting the protection, support, temporary disconnection, removal, or relocation at no charge to the County, even if the County makes the request for such action. 7 E. The Franchisee shall, on the request of any person holding a valid permit issued by a governmental authority, temporarily raise or lower its wires to permit the moving of buildings or other objects. The expense of such temporary removal or raising or lowering of wires shall be paid by the person requesting the same. The County of Mason will accept liability for direct and actual damages to said Franchisee that are the result of the negligence of Mason County, its trustees, officers, employees, contractors, subcontractors or agents while performing County improvement or Public Works projects enumerated in the original franchise agreement under Section VIII,paragraph B. Direct and actual damages are specifically limited to physical damage to properly installed and located infrastructure of the Franchisee and the cost to repair such physical damage. Mason County retains the right to assert all applicable defenses in the event of a dispute including contributory negligence on the part of the Franchisee. Mason County shall in no way be liable for incidental damages claimed to arise from such actions. All Work to be performed by the Franchisee under this section shall pass the inspection of the County Engineer. The Franchisee shall pay all costs of and expenses incurred in the examination, inspection and approval of such work. IX. PRESERVATION OF MONUMENTS/MARKERS Before any work is performed under this franchise which may affect any existing monuments or markers of any nature relating to subdivisions,plats,roads and all other surveys,the Franchisee shall reference all such monuments and markers. The reference points shall be so located that they will not be disturbed during the Franchisee's operations under this franchise. The method of referencing these monuments or other points to be referenced shall be approved by the County Engineer. The replacement of all such monuments or markers disturbed during construction shall be made as expeditiously as conditions permit,and as directed by the County Engineer. The cost of monuments or other markers lost, destroyed, or disturbed, and the expense of replacement by approved monuments shall be borne by the Franchisee. A complete set of reference notes for monument and other ties shall be filed with the office of the Mason County Engineer. X. VACATION OF ROAD RIGHT-OF-WAY If at any time the County shall vacate any County road,right-of-way or other County property which is subject to rights granted by this franchise and said vacation shall be for the purpose of acquiring the fee or other property interest in said road, right-of-way or other county property for the use of Mason County,in either its proprietary or governmental capacity,then the Board of Mason County Commissioners may, at its option, and by giving thirty(30) days written notice to the Franchisee, terminate this franchise with reference to such county road,right-of-way or other county property so vacated, and the County of Mason shall not be liable for any damages or loss to the Franchisee by reason of such termination. It has been the practice of Mason County to reserve easements for 8 utilities at the time of road vacation,and will continue to be the practice until such time the Board of Mason County Commissioners direct a change of practice. XI. FINANCIAL SECURITY A. Insurance Except as otherwise provided herein,Franchisee shall maintain for itself and the County,throughout the entire period any part of Franchisee's utility facilities are located in the Franchise Area, adequate insurance to protect the Parties and their elected and appointed officers, agents,employees against all of County's and Franchisee's liability arising out of Franchisee's use and occupancy of the Franchise Area or any part thereof. This obligation shall require the Franchisee to maintain insurance at least in the following amounts: 1. COMMERCIAL GENERAL LIABILITY insurance to cover liability, bodily injury, and property damage. The Commercial General Liability insurance shall be written on an occurrence basis, with an aggregate limit location endorsement for the Franchise Area, and shall provide coverage for any and all costs, including defense costs, and losses and damages resulting from personal injury, bodily injury and death, property damage, products liability and completed operations. Such insurance shall include blanket contractual coverage, including coverage for the Franchise as now or hereafter amended and specific coverage for the indemnity provisions set forth herein. Coverage must be written with the following limits of liability: Bodily and Personal Injury& Property Damage $ 1,000,000 per Occurrence $ 2,000,000 aggregate 2 WORKERS' COMPENSATION insurance shall be maintained to comply with statutory limits for all employees,and in the case any work is sublet,the Franchisee shall require its contractors and subcontractors similarly to provide workers' compensation insurance for all the employees. The Franchisee shall also maintain, during the life of this policy, employer's liability insurance;provided that this obligation shall not apply to any time period during which Franchisee has no employees. The following minimum limits must be maintained: Workers' Compensation Statutory Employer's Liability $ 1,000,000 each occurrence 3.COMPREHENSIVE AUTO LIABILITY insurance shall include owned,hired,and non-owned vehicles operated by Franchisee employees on an occurrence basis with coverage of at least$2,000,000 per occurrence. If the Franchisee, its contractors,or subcontractors do not have the required insurance,the County may require such entities to stop operations until the insurance is obtained and approved. Certificates of Insurance reflecting evidence of the required insurance and approved by the County's 9 Risk Manager for the GENERAL LIABILITY policies described above,shall be sent to the County's risk manager. The certificate shall be filed with the acceptance of the franchise, and annually thereafter, and as provided below. All coverage shall be listed all on one certificate with the same expiration dates. The certificates shall contain a provision that coverages afforded under these policies will not be canceled until at least 30 days'prior written notice has been given to the County. In the event that the insurance certificate provided indicates that the insurance shall terminate or lapse during the period of the franchise,then,in that event,the Franchisee shall furnish, at least 30 days prior to the expiration of the date of such insurance,a renewed certificate of insurance as proof that equal and like coverage has been or will be obtained prior to any such lapse or termination during the balance of the period of the franchise. The County reserves the right, during the term of the franchise, to require any other insurance coverage or adjust the policy limits as it deems reasonably necessary utilizing sound risk management practices and principals based upon the loss exposures. Each insurance policy required pursuant to this franchise shall be primary and non-contributing as respects any coverage maintained by the County and shall include an endorsement reflecting the same. Any other coverage maintained by County shall be excess of this coverage herein defined as primary and shall not contribute with it. The certificate of insurance must reflect that the above wording is included in all such policies. Each insurance policy obtained pursuant to this franchise shall be issued by financially sound insurers who may lawfully do business in the State of Washington with a financial rating at all times during coverage of no less than rating of"A" and a class of"X" or better in the latest edition of "Best's Key Rating Guide"published by A.M.Best Company,or such other financial rating or rating guide approved in writing by the County's risk manager. In the event that at any time during coverage,the insurer does not meet the foregoing standards,Franchisee shall give prompt notice to the County and shall seek coverage from an insurer that meets the foregoing standards. The County reserves the right to change the rating or the rating guide depending upon the changed risks or availability of other suitable and reliable rating guides. Comprehensive general liability insurance policies and coverage obtained pursuant to this franchise shall include an endorsement(standard ISO form CG 24-17)deleting all exclusions for work or incidents occurring within any distance from a railroad track or railroad property, or on, over, or under a railroad track. Insurance policies required pursuant to this franchise shall have no non-standard exclusions unless approved of by the County Risk Manager or designee. Commercial general liability insurance policies obtained pursuant to this franchise shall name the 10 County as an additional insured without limitation,pursuant to an endorsement approved of by the County's Risk Manager or designee. Franchisee and Franchisee's Contractors' insurers, through policy endorsement, shall waive their rights of subrogation against the County for all claims and suits. The certificate of insurance must reflect this waiver of subrogation rights endorsement. Commercial General Liability Insurance policies and coverage required herein of public utility operators may include a reasonable deductible or self-insured retention;provided,however,that as to any Loss or Damage covered as provided herein, if Franchisee elects to include any deductible or self-insured retention,Franchisee shall itself directly cover,in lieu of insurance,any and all County liabilities that would otherwise in accordance with the provisions of this Franchise be covered by Franchisee's insurance if Franchisee elected not to include a deductible or self-insured retention. Such direct coverage by Franchisee shall be in an amount equal to the amount of Franchisee's actual deductible or self-insured retention. Franchisee shall be required to provide a certification of self- insurance retention to the county in a form and content acceptable to the county engineer. B. Performance/Payment Bond. At the same time Franchisee provides its acceptance of this Franchise, the Franchisee shall, if required by the County Engineer, provide a performance and payment bond to ensure the full and faithful performance of all of its responsibilities under this franchise and applicable rules, regulations and ordinances, including, by way of example, but not limited to,its obligations to relocate and remove its utility facilities,to restore the road rights-of-way and other property when damaged or disturbed, and to reimburse the County for its costs. The amount of the performance and payment bond shall be for ZERO ($0). The amount of the bond,or cash deposit as described below, may be adjusted by the County every five years from the date of execution of this franchise,to take into account cumulative inflation or increased risks to the County. The Franchisee may be required to obtain additional bonds in accordance with the County's ordinary practices. The bond shall be in a form with terms and conditions acceptable to the County and reviewed and approved by the County Engineer. The bond shall be with a surety with a rating no less than "A V in the latest edition of"Bests Key Rating Guide," published by A.M. Best Guide. The Franchisee shall pay all premiums or costs associated with maintaining the bond,and shall keep the same in full force and effect at all times.If Franchisee fails to provide or maintain the bond,then the County,in its sole discretion,may require Franchisee to substitute an equivalent cash deposit as described below in lieu of the bond. Franchisee, may at its election or upon order by the County, substitute an equivalent cash deposit instead of a performance and payment bond. This cash deposit shall ensure the full and faithful performance of all of Franchisee's responsibilities hereto under this Permit and all applicable laws, rules, regulations or ordinances. This includes, but is not limited to, its obligations to relocate or remove its facilities, restore the road rights-of-way and other property to their original condition, reimbursing the County for its costs, and keeping Franchisee's insurance in full force. The County shall notify Franchisee in writing, by certified mail, of any default and shall give 11 Franchisee thirty(30)days from the date of such notice to cure any such default. In the event that the Franchisee fails to cure such default to the satisfaction of the County,the County may,at its option, forfeit the entire amount of the cash deposit or draw upon the cash deposit up to the amount of the County's costs incurred to cure Franchisee's default. Upon the County's cure of Franchisee's default,the County shall notify Franchisee in writing of such cure. In the event that the County draws upon the cash deposit or forfeits the same, Franchisee shall thereupon replenish the cash deposit to the full amount as specified herein or provide a replacement performance and payment bond. Before any Work commences in the road right-of-way,the County Engineer may require the operator to provide a performance and payment bond for each separate project in an amount to be determined by the County Engineer, but not less than five hundred dollars, written by a surety company acceptable to the County Risk Manager and authorized to do business in the state of Washington. The purpose of the bond is to insure completion of construction, including the restoration of surfacing,slopes,slope treatment,topsoil,landscape treatment,and drainage facilities,and cleanup of rights-of-way, and payment of costs incurred by the County to enforce the requirements of this Chapter. The performance and payment bond shall be in place for a period ending not more than one year after the date of completion. A project specific performance bond shall not be required in the event that the franchisee has in place a blanket performance bond and, when required, a payment bond, maintained pursuant to the requirements of this franchise. A performance and payment bond for work in the road right-of-way will not be required of the United States Government or any of its agencies or of any municipal corporation or department of the state of Washington and its local subdivisions. C. Limitation of Liability. To the fullest extent permitted by law,the Franchisee shall,and shall cause its contractor(s) to release, indemnify, defend and hold harmless the county and the county's legal representatives,officer(elected or),appointed)employees and agents(collectively, "indemnitees") for,from and against any and all claims, liabilities,fines,penalties,cost,damages, losses, liens, causes of action, suits, demands, judgments and expenses (including, without limitations, court costs, attorneys' fees and costs of investigation, removal and remediation and governmental oversight costs),Environmental or otherwise(collectively"liabilities")of any nature, kind, or description,of any person or entity,directly or indirectly, arising out of,resulting from,or related to (in whole or in part): 1. this franchise; 2. any rights or interests granted pursuant to this franchise; 3. franchisee's occupation and use of the road right of way; 12 4. franchisee's operation of its utility facilities; 5. the presence of utility facilities within the right of way; 6. the environmental condition and status of the road right-of-way caused by, aggravated by, or contributed to, in whole or in part, by franchisee or its agents; or 7. The acts,errors,or omissions of third parties when arising out of the installation, construction,adjustment,relocation,replacement,removal,or maintenance of such third party utility facilities within the road rights-of-way when such work is performed under authority of the operator's utility permit or at the direction or under the control of the operator; or 8. any act or omission of franchisee or franchisee's agents; The only liabilities with respect to which franchisee's obligation to indemnify the indemnitees do not apply are liabilities to the extent arising out of, caused by or resulting from the negligence of the county, its officers, agents, employees or contractors and liabilities that by law the indemnities cannon be indemnified for. Upon written notice from the county,franchisee agrees to assume the defense of any lawsuit or other proceeding brought against any indemnitee by any entity, relating to any matter covered by this franchise for which franchisee has an obligation to assume liability for and/or save and hold harmless any indemnitee.Franchisee shall pay all cost incident to such defense,including,but not limited to, attorneys' fees,investigators'fees,litigation and appeal expenses,settlement payments and amounts paid in satisfaction of judgments. Franchisee will fully satisfy said judgment within ninety(90)days after said suit or action shall have finally been determined if determined adversely to Mason County. Upon the Franchisee's failure to satisfy said judgment within the ninety (90) day period, this franchise shall at once cease and terminate. Acceptance by the County of any Work performed by the Franchisee at the time of completion shall not be grounds for avoidance of this covenant. XII. FRANCHISE NONEXCLUSIVE This franchise shall not be deemed to be an exclusive franchise. It shall in no manner prohibit the County of Mason from granting other utilities under,along,across,over and upon any of the County roads,rights-of-way or other County property subject to this franchise and shall in no way prevent or prohibit the County of Mason from constructing, altering, maintaining or using any of said roads, rights-of-way,drainage structures or facilities,irrigation structures or facilities,or any other county property or affect its jurisdiction over them or any part of them with full power to make all necessary changes,relocations, repairs, maintenance, etc., the same as the county may deem fit. 13 XIII. SUCCESSORS AND ASSIGNS All the provisions,conditions,regulations and requirements herein contained shall be binding upon the successors and assigns of the Franchisee,and all privileges,as well as all obligations and liability of the Franchisee, shall ensure to its successors and assigns equally as if they were specifically mentioned wherever the Franchisee is mentioned. Any reference in this franchise to a specifically named party shall be deemed to apply to any successor, heir, administrator, executor or assign of such party who has acquired its interest in compliance with the terms of this franchise,or under law. XIV. TRANSFER/ASSIGNMENT Franchisee may assign or transfer this franchise after prior written notice to County of Mason and assignee's written commitment,in a form and content approved by the County Prosecutor,delivered to County of Mason,that assignees shall thereafter be responsible for all obligations of Franchisee with respect to the franchise and guaranteeing performance under the terms and conditions of the franchise and that transferee will be bound by all the conditions of the franchise and will assume all the obligations of its predecessor. Such an assignment shall relieve the Franchisee of any further obligations under the franchise, including any obligations not fulfilled by Franchisee's assignee; provided that,the assignment shall not in any respect relieve the Franchisee,or any of its successors in interest,of responsibility for acts or omissions,known or unknown,or the consequences thereof, which acts or omissions occur prior to the time of the assignment. No franchise or master road use permit may be assigned or transferred without filing or establishing with the county the insurance certificates and performance bond as required pursuant to this franchise. XV. ANNEXATION Whenever any of the County roads, rights-of-way or other county property as designated in this franchise,by reason of the subsequent incorporation of any town or city,or extension of the limits of any town or city,shall fall within the city or town limits and shall by operation of law or otherwise terminate in respect to the said roads,rights-of-way or other county property so included with city or town limits; this franchise shall continue in force and effect to all county roads, rights-of-way or other county property not so included in city or town limits. XVI. REVOCATION/REMEDIES A. Revocation. In addition the right to revoke this franchise as set forth in Title 12 of the Mason County Code, if the Franchisee shall willfully violate, or fail to comply with any of the provisions of this franchise through willful or unreasonable neglect or fail to heed or comply with any notice given the Franchisee under the provision of this grant, then Franchisee shall forfeit all rights conferred hereunder and this franchise may be revoked or annulled,after a public hearing by the Board of County Commissioners. The Franchisee shall not be relieved of any of its obligations to comply promptly with any provision of this franchise by reason of any failure of the County to enforce prompt compliance,and the County's failure to enforce shall not constitute a waiver of rights 14 or acquiescence in the Licensee's conduct. Subject to the required consent, adjudication, permission or authorization of a federal or state regulatory agency with jurisdiction over the subject matter, upon revocation of the franchise, the County may require the Franchisee to remove its utility facilities from any road rights-of-way,and restore such road right-of-way to its same or better condition as existed just prior to such removal,or de-commission and abandon such utility facilities in place in whole or in part and in a manner approved by the County Board of Commissioners. If the Franchisee fails to remove utility facilities that the County requires it to remove,the County may perform the work and collect the cost thereof from the Franchisee. The actual cost thereof,including direct and indirect administrative costs,shall be a lien upon all utility facilities of the Franchisee within the franchise Area effective upon filing of the lien with the Mason County Auditor. B. Remedies. The County has the right to exercise any and all of the following remedies, singly or in combination,in the event of Default. "Default"shall mean any failure of Franchisee or its agents to keep,observe,or perform any of Franchisee's or its agent's duties or obligations under this franchise: 1. Damages. Franchisee shall be liable for any and all damages incurred by County. 2. Specific Performance. County shall be entitled to specific performance of each and every obligation of Franchisee under this franchise without any requirement to prove or establish that County does not have an adequate remedy at law. Franchisee hereby waives the requirement of any such proof and acknowledges that County would not have an adequate remedy at law for Franchisee's commission of an Event of Default hereunder. 3. Injunction. County shall be entitled to restrain, by injunction, the actual or threatened commission or attempt of an Event of Default and to obtain a judgment or order specifically prohibiting a violation or breach of this Agreement without, in either case, being required to prove or establish that County does not have an adequate remedy at law. Franchisee hereby waives the requirement of any such proof and acknowledges that County would not have an adequate remedy at law for Franchisee's commission of an Event of Default hereunder. 4. Alternative Remedies. Neither the existence of other remedies identified in this franchise nor the exercise thereof shall be deemed to bar or otherwise limit the right of the County to commence an action for equitable or other relief, and/or proceed against Franchisee and any guarantor for all direct monetary damages, costs and expenses arising from the Default and to recover all such damages, costs and expenses, including reasonable attorneys' fees. Remedies are cumulative; the exercise of one shall not foreclose the exercise of others. XVII. SUBSEQUENT ACTION In the event that after this franchise becomes effective, (a) there is a change in the law which 15 broadens the authority of the County of Mason or the Franchisee with respect to any act permitted or authorized under this franchise; or (b)the County of Mason or the Franchisee believe that amendments to this franchise are necessary or appropriate, then the County of Mason and the Franchisee agree to enter into good faith negotiations to amend this franchise so as to enable the Parties to address, in a manner reasonably acceptable to all Parties, such change or other development which formed the basis for the negotiations. The Parties recognize that the purpose of the negotiations would be to preserve, to the maximum extent consistent with law, the scope and purpose of this franchise. Mason County reserves for itself the right at any time upon ninety (90) days written notice to the Franchisee, to so change, amend, modify or amplify any of the provisions or conditions herein enumerated to conform to any state statute or county regulation,relating to the public welfare,health, safety or highway regulation,as may hereafter be enacted,adopted or promulgated and this franchise may be terminated at such time a public hearing is held by the Board of County Commissioners,and the Franchisee's utility facilities are found not to be operated or maintained in accordance with such statute or regulation. XVIII. ACCEPTANCE Franchisee shall execute and return to the County of Mason a signed acceptance of the franchise granted hereunder. The acceptance shall be in the form of the acceptance attached hereto as Exhibit "A", and in accepting the franchise, Franchisee warrants that it has carefully read the terms and conditions of this franchise and accepts all of the terms and conditions of this franchise and agrees to abide by the same and acknowledges that it has relied upon its own investigation of all relevant facts, that it has had the assistance of counsel, that it was not induced to accept a franchise, that this franchise represents the entire agreement between the Franchisee and the County of Mason. In the event the Franchisee fails to submit the countersigned ordinance and acceptance as provided for herein within the time limits set forth in this section, the grant herein is and shall become null and void. XIX. MISCELLANEOUS PROVISIONS A. Controlling Law/Venue. Any disputes concerning the application or interpretation of any of the provisions of this franchise shall be governed by the laws of the State of Washington. Venue of any action or arbitration brought under this franchise shall be in Mason County,Washington or the Western District of Washington if an action is brought in federal court, provided, however, that venue of such action is legally proper. B. Liens. Franchisee shall promptly pay and discharge any and all liens arising out of any Work done, suffered or permitted to be done by Franchisee on any Franchise Area. C. Waiver. No waiver by either party of any provision of this franchise shall in any way impair the right of such party to enforce that provision for any subsequent breach, or County of 16 Mason's right to enforce all other provisions of this franchise. D. Attorney's Fees. If any action at law or in equity is necessary to enforce or interpret the terms of this franchise,the substantially prevailing Party or Parties shall be entitled to reasonable attorney's fees,costs and necessary disbursements in addition to any other relief to which such Party or Parties may be entitled. E. Amendment. This franchise may be amended only by a written contract signed by authorized representatives of Franchisee and County of Mason. F. Severability. If any provision of this franchise is held to be illegal, invalid or unenforceable under present or future laws,such provision will be fully severable and this franchise will be construed and enforced as if such illegal, invalid or unenforceable provision is not a part hereof,and the remaining provisions hereof will remain in full force and effect. In lieu of any illegal, invalid or unenforceable provision herein, there will be added automatically as a part of this franchise; a provision as similar in its terms to such illegal, invalid or unenforceable provision as may be possible and be legal, valid and enforceable. G. Joint and Several Liability. Franchisee acknowledges that, in any case in which Franchisee and Franchisee's Contractors are responsible under the terms of this franchise, such responsibility is joint and several as between Franchisee and any such Franchisee's Contractors; provided that,the Franchisee is not prohibited from allocating such liability as a matter of contract. H. Notices. Any notice contemplated, required, or permitted to be given under this franchise shall be sufficient if it is in writing and is sent either by: (a)registered or certified mail, return receipt requested;or(b)a nationally recognized overnight mail delivery service,to the Party and at the address specified below, except as such Party and address may be changed by providing notice to the other Party no less than thirty (30) days' advance written notice of such change in address. Franchisee: Tahuya River Valley Water District PO BOX 849 Belfair, WA 98528 Grantor: County of Mason Public Works 100 Public Works Drive Shelton, WA 98584 I. Approvals. Nothing in this franchise shall be deemed to impose any duty or obligation upon the County of Mason to determine the adequacy or sufficiency of Franchisee's plans and specifications or to ascertain whether Franchisee's proposed or actual construction, testing, 17 maintenance,repairs,replacement,relocation,adjustment or removal is adequate or sufficient or in conformance with the plans and specifications reviewed by the County of Mason. No approval given, inspection made, review or supervision performed by the County of Mason pursuant to this franchise shall constitute or be construed as a representation or warranty express or implied by County of Mason that such item approved, inspected, or supervised, complies with laws, rules regulations or ordinances or this franchise or meets any particular standard,code or requirement,or is in conformance with the plans and specifications,and no liability shall attach with respect thereto. County and inspections as provided herein, are for the sole purpose of protecting the County of Mason's rights as the owner or manager of the road rights-of-way and shall not constitute any representation or warranty,express or implied,as to the adequacy of the design,construction,repair, or maintenance of the utility facilities, suitability of the Franchise Area for construction, maintenance,or repair of the utility facilities,or any obligation on the part of the County of Mason to insure that work or materials are in compliance with any requirements imposed by a governmental entity. County of Mason is under no obligation or duty to supervise the design, construction, installation, relocation, adjustment, realignment, maintenance, repair, or operation of the utility facilities. J. Force Majeure. Neither Party hereto shall be liable to the other Party for any failure to perform an obligation set forth herein to the extent such failure is caused by war,act of terrorism or an act of God, provided that such Party has made and is making all reasonable efforts to perform such obligation and minimize any and all resulting loss or damage. K. Construction. All pronouns and any variations thereof shall be deemed to refer to the masculine,feminine or neuter, singular or plural,as the identity of the Party or Parties may require. The provisions of this franchise shall be construed as a whole according to their common meaning, except where specifically defined herein,not strictly for or against any party and consistent with the provisions contained herein in order to achieve the objectives and purposes of this franchise. L. Incorporation by Reference. All exhibits annexed hereto at the time of execution of this franchise or in the future as contemplated herein, are hereby incorporated by reference as though fully set forth herein. M. Calculation of Time. All periods of time referred to herein shall include Saturdays, Sundays,and legal holidays in the State of Washington,except that if the last day of any period falls on any Saturday,Sunday,or legal holiday in the State of Washington,the period shall be extended to include the next day which is not a Saturday, Sunday,or legal holiday in the State of Washington. N. Entire Agreement. This franchise is the full and complete agreement of County of Mason and Franchisee with respect to all matters covered herein and all matters related to the use of the Franchise Area by Franchisee and Franchisee's Contractors,and this franchise supersedes any and all other agreements of the Parties hereto with respect to all such matters,including,without limitation, all agreements evidencing the franchise. 18 O. No Recourse. Without limiting such immunities as the County or other persons may have under applicable law,Franchisee shall have no monetary recourse whatsoever against the County or its officials, boards, commissions, agents, or employees for any loss or damage arising out of the County's exercising its authority pursuant to this Franchise or other applicable law. P. Responsibility for Costs. Except as expressly provided otherwise,any act that Franchisee is required to perform under this franchise shall be performed at its cost. If Franchisee fails to perform work that it is required to perform within the time provided for performance, the County may perform the work and bill the Franchisee. The Franchisee shall pay the amounts billed within 30 days. Q. Work of Contractors and Subcontractors. Work by contractors and subcontractors is subject to the same restrictions, limitations, and conditions as if the work was performed by the Franchisee. The Franchisee shall be responsible for all work performed by its contractors and subcontractors,and others performing work on its behalf,under its control,or under authority of its utility permit,as if the work were performed by it and shall ensure that all such work is performed in compliance with this franchise, Title 12 MCC, the Manual and other applicable law, and shall be jointly and severally liable for all damages and correcting all damage caused by them. It is the Franchisee's responsibility to ensure that contractors, subcontractors, or other Persons performing work on the Franchisee's behalf are familiar with the requirements of the franchise,Title 12 MCC, the Manual, and other applicable laws governing the work performed by them. R. Survival of Terms. Upon the expiration, termination, revocation or forfeiture of the franchise,the Franchisee shall no longer have the right to occupy the franchise area for the purpose of providing services authorized herein. However,the Franchisee's obligations under this franchise to the County shall survive the expiration, termination, revocation or forfeiture of these rights according to its terms for so long as the Franchisee's utility facilities shall remain in whole or in part in the road rights of way. By way of illustration and not limitation, Franchisee's obligations to indemnify, defend and hold harmless the County, provide insurance and a performance/payment bond pursuant to Section XI and Franchisee's obligation to relocate its utility facilities pursuant to Section VIII, shall continue in effect as to the Franchisee, notwithstanding any expiration, termination, revocation or forfeiture of the franchise, except to the extent that a County-approved transfer, sale,or assignment of the utility system is completed,and another entity has assumed full and complete responsibility for the utility system or for the relevant acts or omissions. S. Warranties. By acceptance of this franchise, Franchisee warrants: 1. That Franchisee has full right and authority to enter into and perform this Franchise in accordance with the terms hereof, and by entering into or performing this Franchise, Franchisee is not in violation of its charter or by-laws,or any law,regulation,or agreement by which it is bound or to which it is subject; and 2. That the execution,delivery,and performance of this Franchise by Franchisee has been duly authorized by all requisite Board/Commission action, that the signatories for Franchisee of the 19 acceptance hereof are authorized to sign this Franchise,and that the joinder or consent of any other party, including a court, trustee, or referee, is not necessary to make valid and effective the execution, delivery, and performance of this Franchise and acceptance. DATED at Shelton, Washington this day of 20_. BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS APPROVED: MASON COUNTY, WASHINGTON County Engineer Chair Approve as to form: Vice Chair Chief D.P.A. Commissioner 20 Exhibit A ACCEPTANCE OF FRANCHISE Ordinance No. 115-06, effective November 14, 2006. I Anthony T. Butler , am the Bookkeeper of Tahuya River Valley Water District and am the authorized representative to accept the above-referenced franchise on behalf of Tahuya River Valley Water District I certify that this franchise and all terms and conditions thereof are accepted by Tahuya River Valley Water District, without qualification or reservation. DATED this day of Oe_74e— , 20_T. FRANCHISEE By: Its: Tax d. No. 91-1783164 STATE OF Washington ) )ss. COUNTY OF Mason ) I certify that I know or have satisfactory evidence that is the person who appeared before me,and said person acknowledged that he/she sig thi-inst ment,on ath stated that he,she was horized t e. cute the i strumen nd acknowledged it as the £0—of the e the free and voluntary act of suc party or the uses and purposes me tioned in the instrum nt. Dated: liaR1Q "it, ,j Not, Pub ��` 1j� Pri >` � Mymniss'ion ` expires_ •� 0'LU 0-VAW AG 01O110-00 is CN 0W EX4\R`�Sr 1 fill OFWPS� A EXHIBIT B Description of Franchise Area M Tahu a River Valley A NE VALLEY SIDE LN i O NE SNOWCAP DR \, f- \ � I iv v-- B RECORDED AT THE REQUEST OF AND AFTER RECORDING RETURN TO: County of Mason 100 West Public Works Drive Shelton WA 98584 Attn: County Engineer Title: Tahuya River Valley Water District Franchise Agreement Grantor: COUNTY OF MASON, a legal subdivision of the state of Washington Grantee: Tahuya River Valley Water District Description of Franchise Area: SEE EXHIBIT B