Laserfiche WebLink
56 <br /> <br />3 o <br /> <br />5o <br /> <br />LEASE PAYMENTS. In consideration and in recognlt±on of Historic <br />Cabarrus' past and future efforts in the continuing restoration and <br />renovation of the Courthouse, Historic Cabarrus shall pay the County <br />annual rent of $1.00(ONE DOLLAR) for the right to occupy the Leased <br />Premises. Lease payments shall be due and payable the first day of <br />July each year of the Lease term. <br /> <br />COUNTY RESPONSIBILITIES. <br /> <br />a. Maintenance: 'The <br /> <br />bo <br /> <br /> County will maintain the exterior of the <br />Courthouse building and the grounds, which responsibilities will <br />include, without limitation, maintenance and repair of the <br />Courthouse structure, landscaping and lighting of the Courthouse <br />grounds, and maintaining the currently available parking facilities <br />on the Courthouse grounds. All maintenance and repairs shall be <br />performed in a workmanlike manner, sensitive to the historic nature <br />of the building, normal wear and tear excepted. In addition, the <br />County agrees to maintain the interior of the Courthouse building <br />in a condition as much like its original condition as possible; <br />provided however, that central heating, air conditioning, <br />electrical fixtures and appliances may be utilized in such ways <br />that are as non intrusive as possible on the Courthouse interior <br />and in keeping with the original fixtures. The County may make <br />such additional improvements as shall contribute to the beauty of <br />the Courthouse as close as possible to what is believed to be its <br />original existence. All such improvements shall be done under <br />consultation with Historic Cabarrus and a competent architect <br />according to a general plan of organized historic renovation and <br />restoration. In the event the Leased Premises are used to store <br />and display fragile and sensitive artifacts, the County agrees to <br />install in the Museum Room of the Leased Premises a special, <br />independent environmental control system that is best suited to <br />assist in the preservation of such artifacts. <br />Insurance: The County will keep in force liability insurance in <br />such amounts and against such hazards as may be necessary or <br />desirable and will insure the Leased 'Premises against fire and <br />windstorm for the use and benefit of Historic Cabarrus and/or the <br />County, as its interests may appear. If the building upon the <br />Demised Premises shall be damaged by fire or other casualty, and <br />such damages are of a minor nature, the same shall be repaired by <br />Cabarrus County directly, or from the~proceeds of insurance <br />coverage, as quickly as is reasonable possible. If the' Courthouse <br />is damaged to such an extent as to render the same unfit for use or <br />occupancy, this Lease shall terminate and the proceeds of insurance <br />coverage shall be paid to the County, and Historic Cabarrus shall <br />be relieved from further liability under the Lease. <br /> <br />HISTORIC CABARRUS RESPONSIBILITIES. <br /> <br />a. Maintenance. Historic Cabarrus <br /> <br /> agrees to maintain the Leased <br /> Premises in good order, normal wear and tear excepted. Historic <br /> Cabarrus will properly secure the Leased Premises and will promptly <br /> notify the County of any damage or repairs needed in the Leased <br /> Premises. <br />b. Insurance. Historic Cabarrus shall be responsible for providing <br /> insurance against fire, theft, water or other damage for the <br /> contents of Leased Premises. <br />c. Utilities. Cabarrus County shall be responsible for the payment of <br /> all bills for water, heating and electrical current. The occupants <br /> of the Courthouse shall be responsible for the payment of their own <br /> respective telephone bills. <br />d. County Offices. Cabarrus County will house some of its offices in <br /> the building thereby making it open to the public during normal <br /> business hours. The public shall also be entitled to tour the <br /> entire building in such a manner as not to disrupt business. <br />e. Auditorium Leasing. Cabarrus County will assume responsibility for <br /> leasing the auditorium. However, Historic Cabarrus will be <br /> permitted to continue the memorial seating sales as a fundraiser <br /> for Historic Cabarrus. <br />f. DisPlays In Public Areas. The Courthouse main entrance and hallway <br /> will continue' to have historic pictures on the walls and have <br /> showcases with historic artifacts. Placement of pictures, <br /> showcases and other items on display shall be at the discretion of <br /> the County, in consultation with Historic Cabarrus. <br /> <br />MISCELLANEOUS. <br />a. Abandonment. In the event the County abandons the Courthouse, <br /> Historic Cabarrus, at its sole discretion, may lease the entire <br /> <br /> <br />