11 - Lake Gibbons Pasture Lease Agreement RenewalItem No. 11
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TO: Mayor, Mayor Pro -Tem & City Council & Council
Grayson Path, City Manager
FROM: Grayson Path, City Manager
SUBJECT: Lake Gibbons Pasture Lease
Renewal of Agreement
DATE: November 11, 2023
BACKGROUND: The City of Paris owns land at Lake Gibbons. On October 22, 2018, the City
entered into a Pasture Lease Agreement with Briana Pridemore (Briana Williamson).
STATUS OF ISSUE: The lease was for five (5) years with one optional five (5) year renewal.
The initial term terminates on November 14, 2023, and Ms. McFatridge was to request the
extension by January 1, 2023. This did not occur until October 18, 2023. Speaking with staff,
we have had no issues with Ms. McFatridge leasing the land under this agreement and there is no
objection to renewing it another five (5) years despite her having missed the deadline. Staff will
set a calendar reminder for four years from now to prepare for the next term termination.
BUDGET: The lease is for $24,755.00 annually (see attached lease agreement).
RECOMMENDATION: Approve the extension of the current Pasture Lease Agreement for five
(5) additional years with a termination date of November 14, 2028.
PASTURE VEASEAgREEM
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STATE OF TEXAS §
KNOW ALL MEN BY THESE PRESENTS:
COUNTY OF LAMAR §
THIS LEASE AGREEMENT is made this 22nd day of October, 2018 by and
between the CITY OF PARIS, TEXAS, a home -rule municipal corporation, of the County of
Lamar and State of Texas, acting by and through its City Manager, duly authorized,
hereinafter called LESSOR, and Briana Williamson, 5796 FM 38 N, Brookston, TX
hereinafter called LESSEE.
WITNESSETH
For and in consideration of the sum of Twenty Four Thousand Seven Hundred Fifty
Five Dollars ($24,755.00) and No cents cash, payable in five (5) equal annual installments
of $4,951.00 each, the first of which will be due and payable on or before the 15th day of
November, 2018 with a like payment being due and payable on or before the 15th day of
November each year thereafter during the term of this Lease (the "Rental Fee"), the
LESSOR does hereby lease, let and rent unto LESSEE all that certain tract of land owned by
the City of Paris, situated in Lamar County, Texas, and known as the Lake Gibbons property,
consisting of approximately 165 acres of land, as further described herein as ExhiWtA fthe
"Leased Premises") for grazing purposes, for a period of five (5) years, beginning
November 15, 2018.
LESSOR does hereby further grant LESSEE the right of ingress and egress to and
from said Leased Premises at any time during the period of this lease for the purpose of
grazing said lands, and for the purpose of inspecting, improving or fertilizing such lands.
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IN CONSIDERATION OF THE RENTAL FEE TO BE PAID AND OTHER GOOD AND
VALUABLE CONSIDERATION, it is mutually agreed by and between LESSOR and LESSEE:
1. The term of this Lease is for five (5) years, beginning on the 15th day of
November, 2018, and ending on the 14th day of November, 2023 ("Initial Term").
2. That LESSEE shall pay to LESSOR, at the City Finance Department, 135 1St St.
SE, Paris, Texas 75460 the agreed Rental Fee in advance, promptly and without neglect,
default, or delay.
3. That LESSOR owns all fences, gates or other improvements now existing on
the Leased Premises, and maintenance of said fences, gates and other improvements shall
be the responsibility of LESSEE during the term of this Lease or any extension thereof.
4. That any and all improvements made, constructed or installed upon the
Leased Premises by LESSEE, including but not limited to: fences, gates or cattle guards,
shall at once become the property of LESSOR and shall be surrendered to LESSOR upon the
termination or expiration of this Lease Agreement.
5. That LESSEE agrees to pursue good land management practices with regard
to the Leased Premises.
6. That LESSEE shall be responsible for purchasing and applying any and all
seed, fertilizer, weed killer, and/or other supplies necessary to properly maintain the
Leased Premises.
7. That LESSEE agrees to properly shred the Leased Premises at least once
every twelve (12) months during the term of this Lease or any extension or renewal
thereof, unless LESSOR shall otherwise agree in writing.
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8. That LESSEE will take good care of the Leased Premises and be responsible
and make good to LESSOR all injuries and damages to the same caused by LESSEE or those
under his control and will deliver the Leased Premises back to LESSOR at the expiration or
termination of this Lease in as good or better condition as when the Lease began, usual
wear and tear alone excepted; and LESSEE will, upon the expiration of this Lease, peaceably
yield up to LESSOR all and singular the Leased Premises and all improvements, additions,
or repairs to or upon same, in good repair.
9. That it shall be lawful for LESSOR or LESSOR'S authorized designee, to enter
upon the Leased Premises, and every part thereof, at all times for the purpose of inspecting
and examining the condition thereof.
10. THAT LESSEE AGREES TO INDEMNIFY, SAVE, KEEP, AND HOLD LESSOR,
ITS ELECTED OFFICIALS, OFFICERS AND EMPLOYEES HARMLESS FROM AND AGAINST
ANY AND ALL DEMANDS, DEBTS, LIABILITIES, SUITS, CLAIMS, AND CAUSES OF
ACTION OF EVERY KIND AND CHARACTER WHATSOEVER FOR DAMAGE OR INJURIES
TO PERSONS AND/OR PROPERTY OCCURRING ON THE LEASED PREMISES RESULTING
FROM LESSEE, HIS INVITEES, AGENTS, SERVANTS, OR EMPLOYEE'S USE, AND LESSOR
SHALL NOT BE LIABLE TO LESSEE, HIS INVITEES, AGENTS, SERVANTS, EMPLOYEES,
OR VISITORS DUE TO THE IMPROVEMENTS LOCATED THEREON, OR HEREAFTER
CONSTRUCTED, OR ANY OTHER CONDITION OF THE PREMISES BEING IMPROPERLY
CONSTRUCTED, MAINTAINED, OR BEING OR BECOMING OUT OF REPAIR; LESSEE
HEREBY WAIVES ANY RELEASES THEREIN AND AGREES TO SAVE AND HOLD LESSOR,
ITS ELECTED OFFICIALS, OFFICERS AND EMPLOYEES HARMLESS FROM ALL CLAIMS
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FOR ANY SUCH DAMAGES OR INJURIES, AND LESSEE MUST, AT ALL TIMES DURING
THE TERM OF THIS LEASE, AND ANY EXTENSIONS HEREOF, KEEP AND MAINTAIN, IN
FULL FORCE AND EFFECT, A POLICY OR POLICIES OF GENERAL COMMERCIAL
LIABILITY INSURANCE, PROVIDING COVERAGE OF AT LEAST $250,000.00 PER
PERSON AND $500,000.00 FOR ANY SINGLE OCCURRENCE FOR BODILY INJURY OR
DEATH AND $100,000.00 FOR ANY SINGLE OCCURRENCE FOR INJURY TO OR
DESTRUCTION OF PROPERTY, INDEMNIFYING ALL PERSONS FOR ANY AND ALL
DAMAGES, PERSONAL INJURIES, OR PROPERTY DAMAGES SUSTAINED IN OR UPON
THE LEASED PREMISES, OR ANY PART THEREOF, AS THE RESULT OF THE
NEGLIGENCE OF LESSEE, HIS INVITEES, AGENTS, SERVANTS, OR EMPLOYEES, AND
SHALL PAY ALL PREMIUMS DUE THEREON WHEN DUE. IT IS EXPRESSLY PROVIDED
THAT SUCH INSURANCE POLICY OR POLICIES SHALL AND MUST BE WRITTEN AND
ISSUED BY A REPUTABLE INSURANCE COMPANY OR COMPANIES LICENSED TO WRITE
INSURANCE POLICIES IN THE STATE OF TEXAS, LISTING LESSOR, ITS ELECTED
OFFICIALS, OFFICERS AND EMPLOYEES AS AN ADDITIONAL INSURED, SUBJECT TO
APPROVAL BY THE CITY ATTORNEY OF THE CITY OF PARIS, AND LESSEE OR HIS
INSURANCE CARRIER OR CARRIERS SHALL DELIVER A COPY OF ANY SUCH POLICIES
TO THE CITY CLERK OF THE CITY OF PARIS, 150 1ST STREET S.E., PARIS, TEXAS
75460, OR FURNISH TO SAID CITY CLERK A CURRENT LETTER OR CERTIFICATE
FROM SUCH COMPANY OR COMPANIES, EVIDENCING THE FACT THAT SUCH
INSURANCE IS IN FULL FORCE AND EFFECT AT ALL TIMES DURING THIS LEASE, AND
ANY EXTENSION HEREOF, AND SPECIFICALLY NOTING THEREON THAT LESSOR IS AN
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ADDITIONAL INSURED. ALL SUCH POLICIES SHALL BE WRITTEN SO THAT THE
LESSOR WILL BE NOTIFIED OF CANCELLATION OR OF ANY RESTRICTIVE
AMENDMENT OF THE POLICIES AT LEAST THIRTY (30) DAYS PRIOR TO THE
EFFECTIVE DATE OF SUCH CANCELLATION OR AMENDMENT. NOTICE SHALL BE BY
CERTIFIED MAIL, RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED, ADDRESSED TO THE LESSOR AT
THE FOLLOWING ADDRESS: CITY CLERK, CITY OF PARIS, P. 0. BOX 9037, PARIS,
TEXAS 75461-9037.
IT IS UNDERSTOOD, AGREED, AND PROVIDED THAT LESSOR SHALL NOT BE
LIABLE OR RESPONSIBLE TO LESSEE FOR DAMAGES OR LOSS OF ANY KIND
WHATSOEVER CONCERNING THE USE OF THE LEASED PREMISES, INCLUDING, BUT
NOT LIMITED TO, LOSS OR INJURY TO ANY ANIMALS PASTURING ON SAID LEASED
PREMISES, AND THE SAID LESSEE ACCEPTS THE LEASED PREMISES AS IS AND WHERE
IS WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, AND FURTHER, LESSEE ASSUMES ALL RISKS
INCIDENT TO AND CONNECTED WITH THE SAME.
11. Should LESSEE default in, or fail or refuse to keep any of the covenants,
conditions, stipulations, and/or provisions herein contained, LESSOR shall give LESSEE
written notice thereof, giving LESSEE thirty (30) days to correct such discrepancy, and, in
the event such default, failure, or refusal is not corrected within said thirty (30) day period,
then this Lease may be terminated at LESSOR's option and no refund of Rental Fee shall be
due or owing. Pursuant to the Lease termination, LESSOR may reenter the Leased
Premises, take full possession of the premises and remove all persons, property, and effects
therefrom, all and every claim for damages for or by reason of said reentry or removal of
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persons or property being expressly waived by LESSEE.
12. That the LESSOR may, without penalty and at its sole option, and following
thirty (30) days written notice to LESSEE, terminate this Lease as to the entire tract, or any
part thereof, which may be necessary, in the event the LESSOR desires to use the Leased
Premises, or any portion thereof, for any governmental, municipal or recreational purpose.
In such event, LESSEE shall receive a pro rata reimbursement of any prepaid Rental Fees
based on time remaining and/or property remaining under this Lease.
13. In the event LESSEE shall keep each and every covenant and agreement
contained herein and do and perform all the obligations required of him hereunder during
the primary term of this Lease, an option is hereby given and granted to LESSEE to renew
and extend this Lease for an additional period of five (5) years from and after the
expiration of the Initial Term of the Lease, for and in consideration of a mutually agreed
upon Rental Fee amount. LESSEE must notify LESSOR in writing of LESSOR's
intention to renew said lease on or before the 31st day of January, 2023.
14. Any notice required by this Agreement shall be in writing and may be delivered in
person or by certified mail, return receipt requested addressed accordingly:
LESSOR
City Manager
City of Paris
P. O. Box 9037
Paris, TX 75461-9037
wthwwa cup to:
City Clerk
City of Paris
P. O. Box 9037
Paris, TX 75461-9037
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LESSEE
Briana Williamson
5796 38 N
Brookston, Texas 75421
15. This Lease shall be governed by the laws of the State of Texas. This Lease shall be
performed in Lamar County, Texas, therefore, any legal actions arising hereunder shall lie in
Lamar County, Texas.
16. LESSEE shall not sublease, assign or otherwise transfer any right, title or interest to
any portion of the Leased Premises without first obtaining the prior written consent of the City
manager of the City of Paris, Texas.
17. The terms of this Lease are binding on, and the benefits herein inure to, the
heirs, administrators, and executors of LESSEE. This Lease may not be assigned without
the express written approval of LESSOR.
EXECUTED on the dates shown in acknowledgements below.
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ATTEST:
nice Ellis City Cleri'{.
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
S p anie H. Harris, C'�ty Attorney
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CITY OF PARIS, TEXAS
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STATE OF TEXAS §
COUNTY OF LAMAR §
BEFORE ME, the undersigned authority, on this day personally appeared John
Godwin, City Manager of the City of Paris, Texas, known to me to be the person whose
name is subscribed to the foregoing instrument, and acknowledged to me that he executed
the same for the purposes and consideration therein, and in the capacity therein stated.
GIVEN UNDER MY HAND AND SEAL OF OFFICE, this day of-no2018.
.P"' peg .CATHY SUE HOWARD
�,�.� Notary Public
M Comm. Ex . feb.16, 2021 Notary Pul I'c, State of Texas
STATE OF TEXAS §
COUNTY OF LAMAR §
BEFORE ME, the undersigned authority, on this day personally appeared Briana
Williamson, known to me to be the person whose name is subscribed to the foregoing
instrument, and acknowledged to me that he executed the same for the purposes and
consideration therein expressed.
GIVEN UNDER MY HAND AND SEAL OF OFFICE, this! -51'*, day o&el , 2018.
CATHY SUE HOWARD
Notary Public
•''• STATE OF TEXAS
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