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for reimbursement. Seattle retains the right to increase its hourly rate in 2015, which will
<br />require amendment of this Agreement.
<br />4. Method of Payment. Seattle shall bill Tukwila on a monthly basis for work performed.
<br />Within thirty 30 days of receiving Seattle's invoice, Tukwila shall issue a check to Seattle for
<br />services rendered.
<br />5. Scheduling Services. Seattle's hearing examiner services shall be scheduled on a case by
<br />case basis. Tukwila shall contact Seattle to schedule appropriate dates and times.
<br />6. Hearing Location. Hearings shall be held at Tukwila City Hall. Seattle shall provide the
<br />necessary recording equipment in order to record the hearings. The hearings may be held
<br />in the day or evening as required by Tukwila.
<br />7. Hearing Decision. Hearings shall be conducted in compliance with the Tukwila Municipal
<br />Code. Upon conclusion of the hearing, Seattle shall issue a written decision. This decision
<br />shall make findings of fact and conclusions of law based on the Tukwila Municipal Code.
<br />The written decision shall be issued within fifteen (15) business days of the hearing unless
<br />unusual circumstances exist.
<br />8. Duration. This Agreement shall take effect upon execution of the Agreement by both
<br />parties, and the appointment of the hearing examiner by the Mayor of Tukwila and the
<br />approval of the Tukwila City Council. This Agreement shall remain in effect through
<br />December 31, 2016 and shall be subject to renewal by mutual agreement.
<br />9. Termination. Either party may terminate this Agreement by giving thirty (30) days written
<br />notice of termination to the other party.
<br />10. Indemnification and Hold Harmless. Seattle shall defend, indemnify, and hold harmless
<br />Tukwila and its officers, agents, and employees from any and all claims, actions, suits,
<br />liability, loss, costs, expenses, and damages of any nature whatsoever, by reason or arising
<br />out of any negligent action or omission of Seattle, its officers, agents and employees in
<br />relation to the Agreement. Likewise, Tukwila shall defend, indemnify, and hold harmless
<br />Seattle and its officers, agents, and employees from any and all claims, actions, suits,
<br />liability, loss, costs, expenses, and damages of any nature whatsoever, by reason or arising
<br />out of any negligent action or omission of Tukwila, its officers, agents, and employees in
<br />relation to this Agreement.
<br />Except as provided below, in the event the parties are determined jointly liable to any
<br />claimant or litigant, each party shall bear responsibility for its own defense, including the
<br />payment of all attorney fees and costs associated therewith, and shall satisfy any judgment
<br />or settlement to the extent fault is allocated to such party.
<br />Seattle does not assume liability or responsibility for, or in any way release Tukwila from,
<br />any liability or responsibility that arises, in whole or in part, from the existence or effect of
<br />Tukwila's ordinances, code, policies, rules, or regulations. If any cause, claim, or action of
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