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COUNCIL CONTINGENCY FUND AGREEMENT
BETWEEN THE CITY OF DENTON AND
PROJECT HOPE
This Agreement is hereby entered into by and between the City of Denton, a Texas home rule
municipal corporation, hereinafter referred to as City, and Project Hope, a Texas non-profit
corporation.
WHEREAS, the City has determined the services provided by Project Hope to the citizens
of the City merit assistance through the Council Contingency Fund and the City has provided funds
in its budget for such Council Contingency Fund; and
WHEREAS, , requested support from available contingency funds
support Project Hope; and
WHEREAS, this Agreement serves a valid municipal and public purpose and is in the
public interest;
NOW, THEREFORE, the parties hereto mutually agree as follows:
I: OBLIGATIONS OF PROJECT HOPE
In consideration of the receipt of funds from the City, Project Hope agrees to the following
terms and conditions:
A. Five Hundred Sixty-Seven and no/100 ($567.00) shall be paid to Project Hope by the
City to be utilized for the support of the organization.
B Project Hope will maintain adequate records to establish that the City funds are used
only for the purposes authorized by this Agreement.
C Upon request, Project Hope will permit authorized officials of the City to review its
books, financial statements, and records and provide copies of its By-Laws, rules and regulations,
and meeting minutes at any time. Such information shall be made available within ten (10) business
days of such request. All records pertaining to the funds granted hereby shall be maintained for at
least five (5) years after the expiration or termination of this Agreement.
D Project Hope will not enter into any contracts that would encumber City funds or the
use thereof for a period that would extend beyond the term of this Agreement.
E Project Hope will appoint a representative who will be available to meet with City
officials when requested.
F Project Hope will comply with all applicable federal, State, and local laws and
policies including all applicable equal employment opportunity and affirmative action laws or
regulations. In the event Project Hope fails to comply, this Agreement may be canceled, terminated,
or suspended in whole or in part, and Project Hope may be barred from further contracts with the
City.
G Project Hope will comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws and
policies regarding conflicts of interest and will not participate in any transactions or decisions
where such a conflict might exist.
II: TIME OF PERFORMANCE
The term of this Agreement shall commence on the date of the last signature affixed to this
Agreement (the Effective Date) and terminate one year from the Effective Date unless the
contract is sooner terminated under Section V rmination.
III. PAYMENTS
A PAYMENTS TO PROJECT HOPE. City shall pay to Project Hope the sum specified
in Article I after the Effective Date of this Agreement.
B EXCESS PAYMENT. Project Hope shall refund to City within ten (10) working days
of City's request, any sum of money which has been paid by City and which City at any time
thereafter determines: has resulted in overpayment to Project Hope; or has not been spent strictly
in accordance with the terms of this Agreement; or is not supported by adequate documentation to
fully justify the expenditure.
IV. EVALUATION
Project Hope agrees to participate in an implementation and maintenance system whereby
the services can be continuously monitored. Project Hope maintains records that provide complete
and accurate statements as to the status and use of City funds. In addition, upon request, Project
Hope agrees to provide the City with the following data and reports, or copies thereof related to
this Agreement, including all external and internal audits. Project Hope shall submit a copy of the
annual independent audit to the City within ten (10) days of receipt; all external or internal
evaluation reports; and an explanation of any major changes in program services.
V. TERMINATION
The City may terminate this Agreement for cause if Project Hope violates any provision of
this Agreement, Project Hopes insolvency or filing of bankruptcy, dissolution, or receivership, or
Project Hopes violation of any law or regulation to which it is bound under the terms of this
Agreement. The City may terminate this Agreement for other reasons not specifically enumerated
in this paragraph, including for convenience. The Agreement shall immediately terminate upon
reasonable notice to Project Hope.
VI. WARRANTIES
Project Hope represents and warrants that:
A. All financial reports, information, reports, records, and data heretofore or hereafter
requested by City and furnished to City pursuant to this Agreement, are complete and accurate and
fairly reflect the financial conditions of Project Hope of the date shown on the financial report,
information, data, record, or report, and, since that date, have not undergone any significant change,
adverse or otherwise, without written notice to City.
B. No litigation or legal proceedings are presently pending or threatened against Project
Hope.
C. None of the provisions herein contravenes or is in conflict with the authority under
which Project Hope is doing business or with the provisions of any existing indenture or agreement
of Project Hope.
D. Project Hope has the power to enter into this Agreement and accept payments
hereunder and has taken all necessary action to authorize such acceptance under the terms and
conditions of this Agreement.
E. Project Hope does not have any conflicts of interest with respect to this transaction.
Each of the representations and warranties made by Project Hope herein shall be continuing
and shall be deemed to have been repeated by the submission of each request for payment.
VII. CHANGES AND AMENDMENTS
A. Any alterations, additions, or deletions to the terms of this Agreement shall be by
written amendment executed by both parties.
B. It is understood and agreed by the parties hereto that changes in the State, Federal, or
local laws or regulations pursuant hereto may occur during the term of this Agreement. Any such
modifications are to be automatically incorporated into this Agreement without written amendment
hereto and shall become a part of the Agreement on the effective date specified by the law or
regulation.
C. Project Hope shall notify the City of any changes in executive, managerial, or similar
level of personnel or in governing board composition.
VIII. INDEMNIFICATION
TO THE EXTENT AUTHORIZED BY LAW, PROJECT HOPE AGREES TO
INDEMNIFY, HOLD HARMLESS, AND DEFEND THE CITY, ITS OFFICERS, AGENTS,
AND EMPLOYEES FROM AND AGAINST ANY AND ALL CLAIMS OR SUITS FOR
INJURIES, DAMAGE, LOSS, OR LIABILITY OF WHATEVER KIND OR CHARACTER,
ARISING OUT OF OR RELATED TO THE PERFORMANCE BY PROJECT HOPE OR
THOSE SERVICES CONTEMPLATED BY THIS AGREEMENT, INCLUDING ALL
SUCH CLAIMS OR CAUSES OF ACTION BASED UPON COMMON,
CONSTITUTIONAL OR STATUTORY LAW, OR BASED, IN WHOLE OR IN PART,
UPON ALLEGATIONS OF NEGLIGENT OR INTENTIONAL ACTS OF PROJECT
HOPE, ITS OFFICERS, EMPLOYEES, AGENTS, SUBCONTRACTORS, LICENSEES,
AND INVITEES.
IX. NOTICE
Any notice or other written instrument required or permitted to be delivered under the terms
of this Agreement shall be deemed to have been delivered, whether actually received or not, when
deposited in the United States mail, postage prepaid, registered or certified, return receipt requested,
or via hand-delivery, e-mail, addressed to Project Hope or City, as the case may be, at the following
addresses:
CITY Project Hope
City of Denton, Texas Cedric Chambers
Attn: City Manager
215 E. McKinney St. 1111 Wilson St.
Denton, TX 76201 Denton, TX 76201
sara.hensley@cityofdenton.com
Either party may change its mailing address by sending written notice of change of address to the
other at the above address by certified mail, return receipt requested.
X. MISCELLANEOUS
A. Project Hope shall not transfer, pledge or otherwise assign this Agreement or any
interest therein, or any claim arising thereunder to any party without the prior written approval of
the City.
B. If any provision of this Agreement is held to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable, the
remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect and continue to conform to the original
intent of both parties hereto.
C. In no event shall any payment to Project Hope hereunder, or any other act or failure
of City to insist in any one or more instances upon the terms and conditions of this Agreement
constitute or be construed in any way to be a waiver by City of any breach or default under this
Agreement. Neither shall such payment, act, or omission in any manner impair or prejudice any
right, power, privilege, or remedy available to the City to enforce its rights hereunder, which rights,
powers, privileges, or remedies are always specifically preserved. No representative or agent of the
City may waive the effect of this provision.
D. The following sections shall survive the termination of this Agreement: Section I,
Subsections B, C, and E; Section III Subsection B; Section VI Subsection A; Section VIII.
INDEMNIFICATION, and Section IX.
E. This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement between the parties hereto, and no
prior agreement, assertion, statement, understanding, or other commitment occurring during the
term of this Agreement or subsequent thereto related to the subject matter described herein, has any
legal force or effect whatsoever, unless properly executed in writing, and if appropriate, recorded
as an amendment of this Agreement.
F. This Agreement shall be governed by the laws of the State of Texas and venue shall
be and remain in Denton County, Texas.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties do hereby each affix their signatures by and through their
respective duly authorized representatives and enter into this Agreement as of the day of
, 2026.
CITY OF DENTON
SARA HENSLEY, CITY MANAGER
___________________________________
ATTEST:
INGRID REX, CITY SECRETARY
BY:________________________________
PROJECT HOPE DENTON
________________________
APPROVED AS TO LEGAL FORM
MACK REINWAND, CITY ATTORNEY
BY:________________________________
THIS AGREEMENT HAS BEEN BOTH
REVIEWED AND APPROVED
As to financial and operational obligations
And business terms.
_____________ _____________
SIGNATURE PRINT NAME
_____________
TITLE
Finance x
DEPARTMENT
COUNCIL CONTINGENCY FUND AGREEMENT
BETWEEN THE CITY OF DENTON AND
GREATER DENTON ARTS COUNCIL
This Agreement is hereby entered into by and between the City of Denton, a Texas home rule
municipal corporation, hereinafter referred to as City, and Greater Denton Arts Council, a Texas
non-profit corporation.
WHEREAS, the City has determined the services provided by Greater Denton Arts Council
to the citizens of the City merit assistance through the Council Contingency Fund and the City has
provided funds in its budget for such Council Contingency Fund; and
WHEREAS, Vicki Byrd, District 1, requested support from available contingency funds to
support the Greater Denton Arts Council; and
WHEREAS, this Agreement serves a valid municipal and public purpose and is in the
public interest;
NOW, THEREFORE, the parties hereto mutually agree as follows:
I. OBLIGATIONS OF GREATER DENTON ARTS COUNCIL
In consideration of the receipt of funds from the City, Greater Denton Arts Council agrees
to the following terms and conditions:
A. Five Hundred Sixty-Six and no/100 ($566.00) shall be paid to Greater Denton Arts
Council by the City to be utilized for the support of the organization.
B. Greater Denton Arts Council will maintain adequate records to establish that the City
funds are used only for the purposes authorized by this Agreement.
C. Upon request, Greater Denton Arts Council will permit authorized officials of the
City to review its books, financial statements, and records and provide copies of its By-Laws, rules
and regulations, and meeting minutes at any time. Such information shall be made available within
ten (10) business days of such request. All records pertaining to the funds granted hereby shall be
maintained for at least five (5) years after the expiration or termination of this Agreement.
D. Greater Denton Arts Council will not enter into any contracts that would encumber
City funds or the use thereof for a period that would extend beyond the term of this Agreement.
E. Greater Denton Arts Council will appoint a representative who will be available to
meet with City officials when requested.
F. Greater Denton Arts Council will comply with all applicable federal, State, and local
laws and policies including all applicable equal employment opportunity and affirmative action
laws or regulations. In the event Greater Denton Arts Council fails to comply, this Agreement may
be canceled, terminated, or suspended in whole or in part, and Greater Denton Arts Council may
be barred from further contracts with the City.
G. Greater Denton Arts Council will comply with all applicable federal, state, and local
laws and policies regarding conflicts of interest and will not participate in any transactions or
decisions where such a conflict might exist.
II. TIME OF PERFORMANCE
The term of this Agreement shall commence on the date of the last signature affixed to this
Agreement (the Effective Date) and terminate one year from the Effective Date unless the
contract is sooner terminated under Section V rmination.
III. PAYMENTS
A. PAYMENTS TO GREATER DENTON ARTS COUNCIL. City shall pay to Greater
Denton Arts Council the sum specified in Article I after the Effective Date of this Agreement.
B. EXCESS PAYMENT. Greater Denton Arts Council shall refund to City within ten
(10) working days of City's request, any sum of money which has been paid by City and which
City at any time thereafter determines: has resulted in overpayment to Greater Denton Arts Council;
or has not been spent strictly in accordance with the terms of this Agreement; or is not supported
by adequate documentation to fully justify the expenditure.
IV. EVALUATION
Greater Denton Arts Council agrees to participate in an implementation and maintenance
system whereby the services can be continuously monitored. Greater Denton Arts Council
maintains records that provide complete and accurate statements as to the status and use of City
funds. In addition, upon request, Greater Denton Arts Council agrees to provide the City with the
following data and reports, or copies thereof related to this Agreement, including all external and
internal audits. Greater Denton Arts Council shall submit a copy of the annual independent audit
to the City within ten (10) days of receipt; all external or internal evaluation reports; and an
explanation of any major changes in program services.
V. TERMINATION
The City may terminate this Agreement for cause if Greater Denton Arts Council violates
any provision of this Agreement, Greater Denton Arts Council's insolvency or filing of bankruptcy,
dissolution, or receivership, or Greater Denton Arts Councils violation of any law or regulation to
which it is bound under the terms of this Agreement. The City may terminate this Agreement for
other reasons not specifically enumerated in this paragraph, including for convenience. The
Agreement shall immediately terminate upon reasonable notice to Greater Denton Arts Council.
VI. WARRANTIES
Greater Denton Arts Council represents and warrants that:
A. All financial reports, information, reports, records, and data heretofore or hereafter requested by
City and furnished to City pursuant to this Agreement, are complete and accurate and fairly reflect
the financial conditions of Greater Denton Arts Council as of the date shown on the financial report,
information, data, record, or report, and, since that date, have not undergone any significant change,
adverse or otherwise, without written notice to City.
B. No litigation or legal proceedings are presently pending or threatened against Greater
Denton Arts Council.
C. None of the provisions herein contravenes or is in conflict with the authority under
which Greater Denton Arts Council is doing business or with the provisions of any existing
indenture or agreement of Greater Denton Arts Council.
D. Greater Denton Arts Council has the power to enter into this Agreement and accept
payments hereunder and has taken all necessary action to authorize such acceptance under the terms
and conditions of this Agreement.
E. Greater Denton Arts Council does not have any conflicts of interest with respect to
this transaction.
Each of the representations and warranties made by Greater Denton Arts Council herein
shall be continuing and shall be deemed to have been repeated by the submission of each request
for payment.
VII. CHANGES AND AMENDMENTS
A. Any alterations, additions, or deletions to the terms of this Agreement shall be by
written amendment executed by both parties.
B. It is understood and agreed by the parties hereto that changes in the State, Federal, or
local laws or regulations pursuant hereto may occur during the term of this Agreement. Any such
modifications are to be automatically incorporated into this Agreement without written amendment
hereto and shall become a part of the Agreement on the effective date specified by the law or
regulation.
C. Greater Denton Arts Council shall notify the City of any changes in executive,
managerial, or similar level of personnel or in governing board composition.
VIII. INDEMNIFICATION
TO THE EXTENT AUTHORIZED BY LAW, GREATER DENTON ARTS COUNCIL
AGREES TO INDEMNIFY, HOLD HARMLESS, AND DEFEND THE CITY, ITS
OFFICERS, AGENTS, AND EMPLOYEES FROM AND AGAINST ANY AND ALL
CLAIMS OR SUITS FOR INJURIES, DAMAGE, LOSS, OR LIABILITY OF WHATEVER
KIND OR CHARACTER, ARISING OUT OF OR RELATED TO THE PERFORMANCE
BY GREATER DENTON ARTS COUNCIL OR THOSE SERVICES CONTEMPLATED
BY THIS AGREEMENT, INCLUDING ALL SUCH CLAIMS OR CAUSES OF ACTION
BASED UPON COMMON, CONSTITUTIONAL OR STATUTORY LAW, OR BASED, IN
WHOLE OR IN PART, UPON ALLEGATIONS OF NEGLIGENT OR INTENTIONAL
ACTS OF GREATER DENTON ARTS COUNCIL, ITS OFFICERS, EMPLOYEES,
AGENTS, SUBCONTRACTORS, LICENSEES, AND INVITEES.
IX. NOTICE
Any notice or other written instrument required or permitted to be delivered under the terms
of this Agreement shall be deemed to have been delivered, whether actually received or not, when
deposited in the United States mail, postage prepaid, registered or certified, return receipt requested,
or via hand-delivery, e-mail, addressed to Greater Denton Arts Council or City, as the case may be,
at the following addresses:
CITY Greater Denton Arts Council
City of Denton, Texas Krisi Oden
Attn: City Manager Executive Director
215 E. McKinney 400 E, Hickory St.
Denton, TX 76201 Denton, TX 76201
sara.hensley@cityofdenton.com
Either party may change its mailing address by sending written notice of change of address to the
other at the above address by certified mail, return receipt requested.
X. MISCELLANEOUS
A. Greater Denton Arts Council shall not transfer, pledge or otherwise assign this
Agreement or any interest therein, or any claim arising thereunder to any party without the prior
written approval of the City.
B. If any provision of this Agreement is held to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable, the
remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect and continue to conform to the original
intent of both parties hereto.
C. In no event shall any payment to Greater Denton Arts Council hereunder, or any other
act or failure of City to insist in any one or more instances upon the terms and conditions of this
Agreement constitute or be construed in any way to be a waiver by City of any breach or default
under this Agreement. Neither shall such payment, act, or omission in any manner impair or
prejudice any right, power, privilege, or remedy available to the City to enforce its rights hereunder,
which rights, powers, privileges, or remedies are always specifically preserved. No representative
or agent of the City may waive the effect of this provision.
D. The following sections shall survive the termination of this Agreement: Section I,
Subsections B, C, and E; Section III Subsection B; Section VI Subsection A; Section VIII.
INDEMNIFICATION, and Section IX.
E. The recitals set forth above are hereby incorporated herein as if fully set forth in this
Agreement.
F. This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement between the parties hereto, and no
prior agreement, assertion, statement, understanding, or other commitment occurring during the
term of this Agreement or subsequent thereto related to the subject matter described herein, has any
legal force or effect whatsoever, unless properly executed in writing, and if appropriate, recorded
as an amendment of this Agreement.
G. This Agreement shall be governed by the laws of the State of Texas and venue shall
be and remain in Denton County, Texas.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties do hereby each affix their signatures by and through their
respective duly authorized representatives and enter into this Agreement as of the day of
, 2026.
CITY OF DENTON
SARA HENSLEY, CITY MANAGER
___________________________________
ATTEST:
INGRID REX, CITY SECRETARY
BY: ________________________________
GREATER DENTON ARTS COUNCIL
________________________
APPROVED AS TO LEGAL FORM
MACK REINWAND, CITY ATTORNEY
BY:________________________________
THIS AGREEMENT HAS BEEN BOTH
REVIEWED AND APPROVED
As to financial and operational obligations
And business terms.
__________________________________
SIGNATURE PRINT NAME
__________________________________
TITLE
Finance
DEPARTMENT
COUNCIL CONTINGENCY FUND AGREEMENT
BETWEEN THE CITY OF DENTON AND
DENTON BLACK FILM FESTIVAL INSTITUTE,
INC.
This Agreement is hereby entered into by and between the City of Denton, a Texas home rule
municipal corporation, hereinafter referred to as City, and Denton Black Film Festival Institute,
Inc., a Texas non-profit corporation.
WHEREAS, the City has determined the services provided by Denton Black Film Festival
Institute to the citizens of the City merit assistance through the Council Contingency Fund and the
City has provided funds in its budget for such Council Contingency Fund; and
WHEREAS, Vicki Byrd, District 1, requested support from available contingency funds to
support Denton Black Film Festival Institute; and
WHEREAS, this Agreement serves a valid municipal and public purpose and is in the
public interest;
NOW, THEREFORE, the parties hereto mutually agree as follows:
I: OBLIGATIONS OF DENTON BLACK FILM FESTIVAL INSTITUTE
In consideration of the receipt of funds from the City, Denton Black Film Festival Institute
agrees to the following terms and conditions:
A. Five Hundred Sixty-Seven and no/100 ($567.00) shall be paid to Denton Black Film
Festival Institute by the City to be utilized for the support of the organization.
B Denton Black Film Festival Institute will maintain adequate records to establish that
the City funds are used only for the purposes authorized by this Agreement.
C Upon request, Denton Black Film Festival Institute will permit authorized officials
of the City to review its books, financial statements, and records and provide copies of its By-Laws,
rules and regulations, and meeting minutes at any time. Such information shall be made available
within ten (10) business days of such request. All records pertaining to the funds granted hereby
shall be maintained for at least five (5) years after the expiration or termination of this Agreement.
D Denton Black Film Festival Institute will not enter into any contracts that would
encumber City funds or the use thereof for a period that would extend beyond the term of this
Agreement.
E Denton Black Film Festival Institute will appoint a representative who will be
available to meet with City officials when requested.
F Denton Black Film Festival Institute will comply with all applicable federal, State,
and local laws and policies including all applicable equal employment opportunity and affirmative
action laws or regulations. In the event Denton Black Film Festival Institute fails to comply, this
Agreement may be canceled, terminated, or suspended in whole or in part, and Denton Black Film
Festival Institute may be barred from further contracts with the City.
G Denton Black Film Festival Institute will comply with all applicable federal, state,
and local laws and policies regarding conflicts of interest and will not participate in any transactions
or decisions where such a conflict might exist.
II: TIME OF PERFORMANCE
The term of this Agreement shall commence on the date of the last signature affixed to this
Agreement (the Effective Date) and terminate one year from the Effective Date unless the
contract is sooner terminated under Section V rmination.
III. PAYMENTS
A PAYMENTS TO DENTON BLACK FILM FESTIVAL INSTITUTE. City shall pay
to Denton Black Film Festival Institute the sum specified in Article I after the Effective Date of
this Agreement.
B EXCESS PAYMENT. Denton Black Film Festival Institute shall refund to City
within ten (10) working days of City's request, any sum of money which has been paid by City and
which City at any time thereafter determines: has resulted in overpayment to Denton Black Film
Festival Institute; or has not been spent strictly in accordance with the terms of this Agreement; or
is not supported by adequate documentation to fully justify the expenditure.
IV. EVALUATION
Denton Black Film Festival Institute agrees to participate in an implementation and
maintenance system whereby the services can be continuously monitored. Denton Black Film
Festival Institute maintains records that provide complete and accurate statements as to the status
and use of City funds. In addition, upon request, Denton Black Film Festival Institute agrees to
provide the City with the following data and reports, or copies thereof related to this Agreement,
including all external and internal audits. Denton Black Film Festival Institute shall submit a copy
of the annual independent audit to the City within ten (10) days of receipt; all external or internal
evaluation reports; and an explanation of any major changes in program services.
V. TERMINATION
The City may terminate this Agreement for cause if Denton Black Film Festival Institute
violates any provision of this Agreement, Denton Black Film Festival Institutes insolvency or
filing of bankruptcy, dissolution, or receivership, or Denton Black Film Festival Institutes
violation of any law or regulation to which it is bound under the terms of this Agreement. The City
may terminate this Agreement for other reasons not specifically enumerated in this paragraph,
including for convenience. The Agreement shall immediately terminate upon reasonable notice to
Denton Black Film Festival Institute.
VI. WARRANTIES
Denton Black Film Festival Institute represents and warrants that:
A. All financial reports, information, reports, records, and data heretofore or hereafter
requested by City and furnished to City pursuant to this Agreement, are complete and accurate and
fairly reflect the financial conditions of Denton Black Film Festival Institute of the date shown on
the financial report, information, data, record, or report, and, since that date, have not undergone
any significant change, adverse or otherwise, without written notice to City.
B. No litigation or legal proceedings are presently pending or threatened against Denton
Black Film Festival Institute.
C. None of the provisions herein contravenes or is in conflict with the authority under
which Denton Black Film Festival Institute is doing business or with the provisions of any existing
indenture or agreement of Denton Black Film Festival Institute.
D. Denton Black Film Festival Institute has the power to enter into this Agreement and
accept payments hereunder and has taken all necessary action to authorize such acceptance under
the terms and conditions of this Agreement.
E. Denton Black Film Festival Institute does not have any conflicts of interest with
respect to this transaction.
Each of the representations and warranties made by Denton Black Film Festival Institute
herein shall be continuing and shall be deemed to have been repeated by the submission of each
request for payment.
VII. CHANGES AND AMENDMENTS
A. Any alterations, additions, or deletions to the terms of this Agreement shall be by
written amendment executed by both parties.
B. It is understood and agreed by the parties hereto that changes in the State, Federal, or
local laws or regulations pursuant hereto may occur during the term of this Agreement. Any such
modifications are to be automatically incorporated into this Agreement without written amendment
hereto and shall become a part of the Agreement on the effective date specified by the law or
regulation.
C. Denton Black Film Festival Institute shall notify the City of any changes in executive,
managerial, or similar level of personnel or in governing board composition.
VIII. INDEMNIFICATION
TO THE EXTENT AUTHORIZED BY LAW, DENTON BLACK FILM FESTIVAL
INSTITUTE AGREES TO INDEMNIFY, HOLD HARMLESS, AND DEFEND THE CITY,
ITS OFFICERS, AGENTS, AND EMPLOYEES FROM AND AGAINST ANY AND ALL
CLAIMS OR SUITS FOR INJURIES, DAMAGE, LOSS, OR LIABILITY OF WHATEVER
KIND OR CHARACTER, ARISING OUT OF OR RELATED TO THE PERFORMANCE
BY DENTON BLACK FILM FESTIVAL INSTITUTE OR THOSE SERVICES
CONTEMPLATED BY THIS AGREEMENT, INCLUDING ALL SUCH CLAIMS OR
CAUSES OF ACTION BASED UPON COMMON, CONSTITUTIONAL OR STATUTORY
LAW, OR BASED, IN WHOLE OR IN PART, UPON ALLEGATIONS OF NEGLIGENT
OR INTENTIONAL ACTS OF DENTON BLACK FILM FESTIVAL INSTITUTE, ITS
OFFICERS, EMPLOYEES, AGENTS, SUBCONTRACTORS, LICENSEES, AND
INVITEES.
IX. NOTICE
Any notice or other written instrument required or permitted to be delivered under the terms
of this Agreement shall be deemed to have been delivered, whether actually received or not, when
deposited in the United States mail, postage prepaid, registered or certified, return receipt requested,
or via hand-delivery, e-mail, addressed to Denton Black Film Festival Institute or City, as the case
may be, at the following addresses:
CITY Denton Black Film Festival Institute, Inc.,
City of Denton, Texas Harry Eaddy
Attn: City Manager
215 E. McKinney PO Box 1217
Denton, TX 76201 Denton, TX 76202
sara.hensley@cityofdenton.com harrdbff@gmail.com
Either party may change its mailing address by sending written notice of change of address to the
other at the above address by certified mail, return receipt requested.
X. MISCELLANEOUS
A. Denton Black Film Festival Institute shall not transfer, pledge or otherwise assign
this Agreement or any interest therein, or any claim arising thereunder to any party without the
prior written approval of the City.
B. If any provision of this Agreement is held to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable, the
remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect and continue to conform to the original
intent of both parties hereto.
C. In no event shall any payment to Denton Black Film Festival Institute hereunder, or
any other act or failure of City to insist in any one or more instances upon the terms and conditions
of this Agreement constitute or be construed in any way to be a waiver by City of any breach or
default under this Agreement. Neither shall such payment, act, or omission in any manner impair
or prejudice any right, power, privilege, or remedy available to the City to enforce its rights
hereunder, which rights, powers, privileges, or remedies are always specifically preserved. No
representative or agent of the City may waive the effect of this provision.
D. The following sections shall survive the termination of this Agreement: Section I,
Subsections B, C, and E; Section III Subsection B; Section VI Subsection A; Section VIII.
INDEMNIFICATION, and Section IX.
E. The recitals set forth above are hereby incorporated herein as if fully set forth in this
Agreement.
F. This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement between the parties hereto, and no
prior agreement, assertion, statement, understanding, or other commitment occurring during the
term of this Agreement or subsequent thereto related to the subject matter described herein, has any
legal force or effect whatsoever, unless properly executed in writing, and if appropriate, recorded
as an amendment of this Agreement.
G. This Agreement shall be governed by the laws of the State of Texas and venue shall
be and remain in Denton County, Texas.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties do hereby each affix their signatures by and through their
respective duly authorized representatives and enter into this Agreement as of the day of
, 2026.
CITY OF DENTON
SARA HENSLEY, CITY MANAGER
___________________________________
ATTEST:
INGRID REX, CITY SECRETARY
BY: ________________________________
DENTON BLACK FILM FESTIVAL
INSTITUTE
________________________________
THIS AGREEMENT HAS BEEN BOTH
APPROVED AS TO LEGAL FORM REVIEWED AND APPROVED
MACK REINWAND, CITY ATTORNEY As to financial and operational obligations
And business terms.
BY:________________________________ ____________________________________
SIGNATURE PRINT NAME
____________________________________
TITLE
Finance
DEPARTMENT