(A) The town Electric Department shall attempt to maintain a viable distribution system for the provision of electrical power commensurate with accepted trade standards and practices.
(B) The Electric Utility reserves the right to interrupt service to any customer at any time due to failure of equipment, to effect necessary repairs to equipment, testing of service lines or equipment, or any reason that is determined by the Manager that is in the best interests of the town.
(C) The Electric Utility further reserves the right to interrupt or terminate the supply of electricity without notice, for the following reasons:
(1) For repairs;
(2) For lack of supply;
(3) For nonpayment of charges and fees when due;
(4) For interference with any of the electric utilities appliances or connections thereto; and
(5) For failure to comply with the terms of this chapter or the contract/permit. The discontinuance shall not invalidate any contract with the town Electric Utility and the town Electric Utility retains the right to enforce any contract/permit the discontinuance notwithstanding.
(D) The town and Electric Utility shall not be liable for damages incurred by the customer or other parties due to reduced voltages, power surges, or the interruption or stoppage of the electric current or for damages caused by defective wiring on or in the customers premises and further, the Electric Utility shall not be held liable for acts of nature or acts of man beyond the control of the Electric Utility.
(Ord. 7-1992, passed 12-21-1992)