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Authorization for City Manager to Sign Liability Waiver for City Facility Use

Original title: AUTHORIZATION FOR THE CITY MANAGER TO SIGN HOLD HARMLESS AGREEMENT FOR USE OF CITY OF CLEARWATER FACILITY

May 8, 2025

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The Frame

What this does

This action grants the City Manager the legal authority to sign a contract that limits the city's liability when a specific facility is used, potentially affecting who is responsible for damages or injuries during that use.

Who is mentioned in the record

Potentially affected actors named in the source documents. Mention is not a position.

City Manager

The City Manager is granted the specific authority to execute the legal document on behalf of the city.

City of Clearwater

The city's legal liability exposure is modified by the terms of the hold harmless agreement.

What changed

Last recorded activity May 8, 2025.

What's next

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Summary

The City Council is considering a request to authorize the City Manager to sign a 'hold harmless' agreement, which is a legal document that shifts liability for the use of a City of Clearwater facility.

Key Facts

  • The City Council is reviewing file 25-2911 for approval.
  • The action authorizes the City Manager to sign a 'hold harmless' agreement.
  • The agreement pertains to the use of a City of Clearwater facility.
  • The item is currently listed on the Consent Agenda.

Why It Matters

This action grants the City Manager the legal authority to sign a contract that limits the city's liability when a specific facility is used, potentially affecting who is responsible for damages or injuries during that use.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a 'hold harmless' agreement?
It is a legal contract where one party agrees to release the other party from liability for damages or injuries that may occur during the use of a facility.
Why does the City Manager need authorization for this?
City policy requires formal City Council approval before the City Manager can sign legal agreements that impact the city's liability.

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Connected Entities

personCity ManagerThe official authorized to sign the agreement.Map →
locationCity of ClearwaterThe municipal government entity owning the facility.Map →

Sources

Open source document

webapi.legistar.com

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