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HomeMy WebLinkAbout20242208.tiffRESOLUTION RE: APPROVE EXTERNAL USERS EVENT TERMS AND CONDITIONS CONTRACT, AND AUTHORIZE CHAIR TO SIGN - AIMS COMMUNITY COLLEGE WHEREAS, the Board of County Commissioners of Weld County, Colorado, pursuant to Colorado statute and the Weld County Home Rule Charter, is vested with the authority of administering the affairs of Weld County, Colorado, and WHEREAS, the Board has been presented with an External Users Event Terms and Conditions Contract between the County of Weld, State of Colorado, by and through the Board of County Commissioners of Weld County, and Aims Community College, commencing and ending October 22, 2024, with further terms and conditions being as stated in said contract, and WHEREAS, after review, the Board deems it advisable to approve said contract, a copy of which is attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of County Commissioners of Weld County, Colorado, that the External Users Event Terms and Conditions Contract between the County of Weld, State of Colorado, by and through the Board of County Commissioners of Weld County, and Aims Community College, be, and hereby is, approved. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED by the Board that the Chair be, and hereby is, authorized to sign said contract. The above and foregoing Resolution was, on motion duly made and seconded, adopted by the following vote on the 19th day of August, A.D., 2024. BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WELD COUNTY, DO ATTEST: Weld County Clerk to the Board Biet,tte.01 IAJout id& APP Deputy Clerk to the Board County At orney , f Date of signature: ����` Z`i Kevin D. Ross, Chair Perry L. Buy', Pro-Tem ike F -eman on Saine cc 13a cc (KO oq /oa /1'4 2024-2208 BC0058 BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS PASS -AROUND REVIEW PASS -AROUND TITLE: State of the County Event 10.22.24 DEPARTMENT: BOCC PERSON REQUESTING: Karla Ford, BOCC Office Manager DATE: 8.12.24 Brief description of the problem/issue: Need to get approval of the attached Aims Events Terms & Conditions Contract for the upcoming 10.22.24 State of the County Meeting. There will be more than 200 people, so we need to utilize an outside room. Cost of room rental will be $2,230.0 (there is a ,refundable Cleaning Fee $500), along with the food estimate of $1940.00 for 200 people. What options exist for the Board? This was at the request of the Board. Consequences: Impacts: Costs (Current Fiscal Year / Ongoing or Subsequent Fiscal Years): Recommendation: Approve agreement and move forward with the meeting on 10.22.24. Perry L. Buck, Pro -Tern Mike Freeman Scott K. James Kevin D. Ross , Chair Lori Saine Support Recommendation Schedule Place on BOCC Agenda Work Session Other/Comments: 2024-2208 ici 8C0058 Aims Community College Event Terms & Conditions External Users The Terms & Conditions below apply to the Event as scheduled by a group or individual ("USER") with the Events department at Aims Community College. 1. PAYMENT POLICY USER shall pay Aims Community College, no later than thirty (30) days from the date of invoice from Aims Community College, the total Fees minus any Deposit paid for each Event and for any Space(s), Equipment and Additional Services that were used by USER including but not limited to: security and audio- visual equipment. The invoice must be paid in full prior to the event date. If payment is not received within thirty (30) days from receipt of the invoice, the event will be canceled by Aims and the total amount due will be subject to a 1.5% interest charge compounded monthly. Aims Community College may retain a collection agency to pursue payment of such amounts. If a collection agency is retained by Aims Community College, USER shall be responsible for payment of all attorneys' fees and costs incurred by Aims Community College as a result of its retention of a collection agency. 2. DEPOSIT A deposit totaling 10% of the agreed upon Total Amount is due with acceptance of rental agreement. Payment of deposit shall be deemed as acceptance of this agreement. 3. CANCELLATION OF THE EVENT BY USER If the Event is canceled by USER less than 30 calendar days before the event, the USER will forfeit the deposit. 4. COMPLIANCE WITH LAWS The USER, its representatives and employees, shall comply with all rules, regulations, and operational procedures prescribed by Aims Community College for use of services and/or facilities of Aims Community College and with all applicable laws. 5. FORCE MAJEURE The performance of this Agreement by either party is excused by acts of God, war, government regulation, disaster, fire, flooding, strikes, epidemics, civil disorder, curtailment of transportation facilities, or similar cause beyond the control of the parties, making it impossible to hold the event. If Aims Community College is closed due to weather, all activities on campus must cease. Both parties mutually agree that either party may cancel this Agreement. Each party agrees to release the other party from any liability or damages if either party is unable to fulfill the terms of this Agreement due to Acts of God or any other legitimate conditions beyond the control of either party. The parties agree to use their best efforts to perform as described in this Agreement. In exigent oena4i��a' circumstances, Aims Community College reserves the right, in its sole discretion, to change facility assignments to a comparable facility, if possible. 6. INDEMNIFICATION As permitted by law, the USER shall indemnify, save, and hold harmless Aims Community College, its officers, employees, agents, and governing board, against any and all claims, damages, liability and court judgments and awards, including costs, expenses, and attorney's fees incurred as a result of 1) any injury, claim or demand of a Participant related to the use of any Aims Community College facilities and services; or 2) any act or omission by the USER, its employees, agents, subcontractors and assignees related to this contract. No term or condition of this contract shall be construed or interpreted as a waiver, express or implied, of any of Aims Community College's immunities, rights, benefits, protections, or other provisions of the Colorado Governmental Immunity Act, CRS 24-10-101, et seq., as now or hereafter amended. 7. INSURANCE Aims requires a certificate of insurance indicating coverage for general liability insurance in the amount of not less than $1 million. Aims must be named as an additional insured on the insurance policy. The certificate must be delivered to the Events Department no later than one workweek prior to the scheduled event. 8. PROMOTIONAL MATERIALS USER and Aims Community College shall collaborate in the development of all promotional materials that display the Aims Community College logo or branding to ensure that Aims Community College rights are accurately represented. If the use of the Aims Community College brand or logo is desired for promotional materials for the Event, permission to produce such products must be requested by USER. Aims Community College reserves the right to refuse any request. 9. TAX EXEMPTION Aims Community College requires that USER declare its sales tax status. For a USER to be regarded sales tax exempt under Colorado law: A. Payment for the items or services must be made with the organization's funds, and B. The organization will not be reimbursed with personal funds by any person(s) for the use or consumption of the items or services, and C. The items or services are used by the organization in conducting its regular religious, charitable, scientific, literary or educational business. Therefore, the USER must initial by ONE option below and provide a copy of the USER's Certificate of Exemption for Colorado State Tax/Use Tax for this contract to be complete: KRKR USER's program SHOULD be regarded tax exempt. Under penalties of perjury, the USER declares and affirms that the above tax exemption statements are all true and applicable to their program and accepts liability for the tax should the transaction not qualify for exemption. USER's program SHOULD NOT be regarded tax exempt and all applicable state and local taxes on food and catering. Labor, equipment and meeting space rentals are not taxable. If you are unsure as to which option you should select, please consult with your accountant or business manager as Aims Community College cannot advise on this issue. 10. FUNCTION SPACE Reservations are required for the use of all campus spaces, and arrangements must be created by the Aims Community College Events Department. All decorations must be disclosed to the USER by the set-up request deadline. Fire codes prohibit the use of open flames, hay, straw, cornstalks or other dry tinder. The use of any tacks, nails, tape of any kind, dry ice fog, confetti, glitter, non -fire-resistant artificial decor and bubble machines is not permitted. In addition, hanging materials from ceilings and/or fire suppressions pipes is not permitted and decor must not cover hallway/exit lights or security cameras, block doonNays/hallways/windows or fire alarm equipment. The use of candles is not permitted. USER assumes all responsibility for damages to any equipment or furniture. It is the responsibility of the USER to return all spaces to their original set-up and condition after the event. All trash must be discarded in waste receptacles and all cardboard boxes must be flattened. All decorations must be removed and discarded. 11. ALCOHOL AND MARIJUANA An Event involving alcohol must be pre -approved by Aims Community College USER agrees to abide by all Aims Community College, City, and State policies covering consumption/serving of alcoholic beverages. Such approval to serve alcohol may necessitate additional insurance requirements including liquor liability coverage, or the hiring of dedicated security personnel, as may be determined by Aims Community College. Recreational marijuana use, possession, and distribution is a violation of Aims Community College policy. These activities are illegal for persons under 21; for those 21 and older, these activities cannot occur on any Aims Community College property. In addition, marijuana obtained for medicinal purposes cannot be stored or used on campus. 12. SMOKING USER agrees to inform participants attending its Event that Aims Community College favors a tobacco -free environment. The use of tobacco products, including e -cigarettes and vaping, on Aims' campuses, in Aims vehicles, or at Aims events is prohibited except in limited areas as designated by the President. 13. SERVICE ANIMALS/PETS AND OTHER ANIMALS Other than service animals, no other animals are permitted in Aims Community College buildings. Any questions about pets or other animals in Aims Community College buildings should be directed to Aims Community College Disability Access Services office at (970) 339-6388, disabilities(ciaims.edu. Neither the ADA nor Colorado's service animal law includes pets or what are often referred to as "emotional support animals": animals that provide a sense of safety, companionship, and comfort to those with psychiatric or emotional disabilities or conditions. Although these animals often have therapeutic benefits, they are not individually trained to perform specific tasks for their handlers. Under the ADA and Colorado law, owners of public accommodations are not required to allow emotional support animals, only service animals. 14. NONDISCRIMINATION Both parties agree to conduct their activities in compliance with applicable federal, state and local nondiscrimination laws. 15. CONSTRUCTION/MAINTENANCE ACTIVITIES USER acknowledges that during the term of this Agreement, Aims Community College may be conducting construction, renovation and maintenance of function spaces and campus infrastructure. Rerouting of vehicular and pedestrian traffic, noise, dust and other customary consequences of construction activity may occur. USER shall have no claim for reduction of its obligations hereunder or any other claim or cause of action because of such construction activities, including relocating activities to comparable locations on campus. 16. DEFACEMENT /DAMAGED PROPERTY USER hereby assumes full responsibility for any and all damages incurred to Aims Community College's property (real or personal) arising from or in connection with the USER's activities. Aims Community College may bill the USER account and it will then be the USER's responsibility to collect monies from individual Participants. USER's representatives are invited to participate in the inspection for damages before and after the time covered by this Agreement. Aims Community College assumes no responsibility for accidents and/or loss of property incurred by the USER or USER's guests. Vehicles cannot be left in parking lots overnight, and the College is not responsible for personal vehicles. 17. DISRUPTIVE PERSONS Aims Community College reserves the right to eject from facilities any disruptive person(s); and neither the Aims Community College nor any of its officers, representatives, or employees shall be liable to the USER or to any person for any damages that may be sustained by USER or such person through the exercise of this right. If an Event participant is dismissed and/or ejected, Aims Community College is not liable to refund USER or its participants back any related fees nor reimburse the USER or its participants for any related costs or losses incurred. 18. DINING & CATERING Any dining and catering services (e.g., banquet, barbecues, refreshments, and the like) must be arranged and a contract signed at least thirty (30) days in advance of the date of the Event, unless so waived by Aims Community College. USER will be responsible for payment of all additional charges for such services. All food sold/served/distributed/consumed on campus is subject to approval by Aims Community College. 19. HEALTH AND SAFETY USER agrees to comply with all reasonable requests made by Aims Community College and its officers or representatives regarding health and safety of persons in or around the facility(ies). USER's agreement in this regard includes fully responding to all requests made by Aims Community College relating to USER's planned compliance with social distancing guidelines and other protective measures recommended or ordered by the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment relating to any infectious disease, including but not limited to COVID-19. USER shall comply with all state and federal statutes and Aims Community College policies and regulations in effect at the time of the Event, concerning health, safety and public order, which are applicable to the facility(ies) and the Event. Aims Community College's policies and regulations for this purpose shall include the measures and tasks posted on Aims Community College website relating to COVID-19, etc. In the event one or more attendees at an Event, who are associated with USER, violate any of the health and safety guidelines or protective measures referenced in this section, Aims Community College may, at its discretion, treat any such individual(s) as a "Disruptive Person" under above section 17 of this Agreement, and/or deem and declare the Event immediately cancelled by USER under above section 4 of this Agreement, and Aims Community College personnel may immediately remove themselves and any Aims Community College equipment from the premises. Further information regarding each facility can be obtained from Aims Community College Events Department 970-339-9806. Events and activities shall not endanger the health and safety of persons who visit the Welcome Center. To ensure the safety and protection of all participants, the Department of Campus Safety and Security provides the following information for the management and protection of the college and Welcome Center, and for the protection of all persons granted permission to use the same. A. The Welcome Center has multiple exits located on each floor. All campus buildings are equipped with an audible emergency messaging system in case of a fire. AED machines and Fire Extinguishers can be found on each floor. B. Restrooms, centrally located hallways and stairwells are designated severe weather safe areas. C. In case of a medical emergency call 911. D. Contact on -site Campus Safety & Security for: • Accidents/Injuries • Suspicious Persons/Activities/Disruptive Behaviors • Building Damage 20. MINORS USERs with Participants less than eighteen (18) years of age without accompanying parents or guardians will ensure a ratio of Participants to adult of at least 12:1. This ratio must be maintained AT ALL TIMES throughout all Aims Community College's facilities and grounds. 21. PARKING Parking arrangements should be made in advance of the event by contacting Aims Community College Event Staff at events@aims.edu. 22. CANCELLATION DUE TO LACK OF FUNDING The parties understand and acknowledge that Aims Community College is subject to Article X, § 20 of the Colorado Constitution, the Taxpayer's Bill of Rights ("TABOR"). This Agreement may be canceled by Aims Community College without any further obligation on the part of Aims Community College if sufficient appropriated funding by the State of Colorado is unavailable to assure full performance of the terms of this Agreement. USER shall be notified in writing of such insufficient appropriation. 23. VENDOR PROCEDURES Compliance shall include but is not lot limited to the following: A. Proper Aims approval of and handling and disposition of hazardous materials B. Maintaining and obtaining environmental permits and timely submittal of reports if required C. Waste minimization D. Recycle and reuse product material where possible E. Use of earth -friendly products and proper management of operations that harm the environment F. Implement and use of water and energy reduction G. Conservation in the use of packaging material H. Safety Practices/Training and Occupational Health I. Suppliers shall maintain a safe and healthy working environment for employees to prevent accidents J. Supplier should provide at a minimum the following: Clean and safe facilities system to report illness and injury 24. GENERAL PROVISIONS A. This Agreement constitutes the entire binding agreement between the parties. No prior written or oral commitments regarding the subject matter of this Agreement shall be binding on either party. All subsequent agreements specifying the additional information called for in this Agreement must be furnished in writing and signed by the parties. B. This Agreement shall be governed by the laws of the State of Colorado. It is agreed by both parties that the venue for any civil action between the parties arising out of this Agreement shall be in the courts situated in Weld County, Colorado. C. Any waiver by either party of any term or provision of this Agreement shall not constitute a waiver of any other provision of this Agreement or a waiver at any later time. D. Both parties warrant that each signatory to this Agreement possesses the legal authority to enter into this Agreement and that he/she has taken all actions required by its procedures, by-laws, and/or applicable law to exercise that authority, and to lawfully authorize its undersigned signatory to execute this Agreement and to bind each party to its terms. 25. SIGNATURES I have read, understood, and agree to the Terms and Conditions as evidenced by the authorized signature provided below: Client (USER) Information and Signature Name: Kevin Ross Signature: --------- Phone Number: Email: Address:bocc-contracts@weld.gov Date: 08/19/2024 Signed on Behalf of Aims Community College Vice President, Administrative Services Name: Chuck Jensen Signature: ' Date: 08/12/2024 Chief Marketing & Communication Officer Name: Zachary McFarlane Signature: 'l Date: 08/13/2024 dAims COMMUNITY COLLEGE Bill To: Weld County Government PO Box 758 Greeley CO 80632 970-400-4226 Event Details Event Name: State of the County Event Date(s): 10/22/2024 Contact Name: Karla Ford Contact Phone ft: 970-400-4226 Contact Email: kford@weld.gov Bill From: Aims Community College 5401 W 20th Street Greeley, CO 80634 (970) 339-6310 Event Space Auditorium Auditorium Prefunction (Included with Auditorium Rental) Ballroom A Ballroom B Ballroom C Ballroom ABC Ballroom Prefunction (Included with Ballroom Renta Courtyard Executive Corner Suite Green Room Meeting Room 241 Meeting Room 249 Skybox Skydeck (Bookable only with Ballroom A) PAYMENT INFORMATION: Please make all payments to Aims Community College. To pay online please use thelink below for our online payment portal. To pay in person, go to the Cashier's Office located in the Welcome Center on the Greeley Campus. Or mail all checks to Aims Community College Attn: Cashier's Office 5401 W 20th Street Greeley, CO 80632. To bay online please use our online payment portal. Non -Profit Deposit Invoice Invoice #: DEP170 Invoice Date: 8/8/2024 Invoice Due: 9/7/2024 Payment Terms Net30 Qty Unit price Total price $1,000.00 $0.00 $150.00 $0.00 $700.00 $700.00 $600.00 $0.00 $600.00 $0.00 $1,800.00 $0.50 $150.00 $0.00 $500.00 $0.00 $500.00 $0.00 $250.00 $0.00 $150.00 $0.00 $250.00 $0.00 $300.00 $0.00 $150.00 $0.00 Non-profit Discount (25% off space) $175.00 Event Space Total $525.00 Deposit Fee 10% of Event Space $52.50 Additional Fee Refundable Cleaning & Damages Fee $500.00 DEPOSIT TOTAL $552.50 Informational Estimate Only ms COMMUNITY COLLEGE Bill To: Weld County Government PO Box 758 Greeley CO 80632 970-400-4226 Event Details Event Name: State of the County Event Date(s): 10/22/2024 Contact Name: Karla Ford Contact Phone 8: 970-400-4226 Contact Email: kford@weld.gov Bill From: Aims Community College 5401 W 20th Street Greeley, CO 80634 (970) 339-6310 Event Space Auditorium Auditorium Prefunction (Included with Auditorium Rental) Ballroom A Ballroom B Ballroom C Ballroom ABC Ballroom Prefunction (Included with Ballroom Rental) Courtyard Executive Corner Suite Green Room Meeting Room 241 Meeting Room 249 Skybox Skydeck (Bookable only with Ballroom A) AN Additional Microphone Comprehensive Sound System (for DJ) Custom Auditorium Stage Lighting Custom Exterior Lighting Dance Floor Lighting Hardline Internet Connection DO NOT PAY Non -Profit Qty Unit price Total price $1,000.00 $0.00 $150.00 $0.00 $700.00 $700.00 $600.00 $0.00 $600.00 $0.00 $1,800.00 $0.00 $150.00 $0.00 $500.00 $0.00 $500.00 $0.00 $250.00 $0.00 $150.00 $0.00 $250.00 $0.00 $300.00 $0.00 $150.00 $0.00 Non -Profit Discount (25% off space) $175.00 Event Space Total S525.00 Qty Unit price Total price $75.00 $0.00 $200.00 $0.00 $500.00 $0.00 $1,000.00 $0.00 $150.00 $0.00 $50.00 $0.00 Projector Package- Auditorium Projector Package - Ballroom (Per Room) Projector Package- Skybox (Per Room) Furniture 3x5 White board Ballroom Stage Dance Floor Fire Pit (Only available with Courtyard rental) Outdoor Heaters Bar Beer, Wine, And Soda Bar Setup Full Bar setup Hosted Bar Gratuity Labor After Hours AV Assistance (hourly rate) After Hours Security (hourly rate) Security - Alcohol Service (4 hr. minimum, hourly rate) Extended Rental Time BOOKING INFORMATION Space is tentatively held until a deposit is paid. Once we receive a deposit, your space will be held and confirmed for you. Event space rental prices are based on standard event time of up to 6 hours. Reservations include an additional 2 hours to setup and 1 hour to break down. Longer events or additional setup time will be billed an additional $100/per hour per space. $1,000.00 $0.00 $1,000.00 $1,000.00 $300.00 $0.00 Non -Profit Discount (10% off A/V) $100.00 A/V Total $900.00 Qty Unit price Total price $50.00 $0.00 $200.00 $200.00 $200.00 $0.00 $100.00 $0.00 $200.00 $0.00 Furniture Subtotal $200.00 Qty Unit price Total price $125.00 $0.00 $150.00 $0.00 18% $0.00 Bar Subtotal $0.00 Qty Unit price Total price $35.00 $0.00 $30.00 $0.00 $75.00 $0.00 $100.00 $0.00 Labor Subtotal $0.00 Additional Fees Late Charge/Additional Costs to Aims $0.00 Refundable Cleaning Fee $500.00 Service Charge (20% of space) $105.00 State Sales Tax 2.9% $0.00 City Sales Tax 4.11% $0.00 Subtotal $605.00 Estimate Total $2,230.00 EXTERNAL USERS EVENT TERMS AND CONDITIONS - AIMS COMMUNITY COLLEGE APPROVED AS TO FUNDING: Chief Financial officer, or Controller APPROVED AS TO FORM: 7/4 7)0 Deputy County Attorney Hello