(A) The grantee shall indemnify, hold harmless, and defend the city, its officers, and employees against and from any and all claims, lawsuits, proceedings, damages, costs, or liabilities arising out of the construction, operation, or maintenance of the cable system. The city and its officers and employees shall give the grantee prompt written notice of any claims filed against them in connection herewith.
(B) The grantee shall maintain in full force and effect during the term of this franchise a policy or policies of insurance with a financially responsible insurance company or companies, copies of which shall be filed with the city, providing comprehensive general liability coverage with the city, its officers, and employees named as additional insured. The policy or policies shall maintain at least the general liability limits being carried by the city, as these limits now exist or as they may hereafter be amended or modified, insuring both the city and the grantee with regard to all damages and penalties which they may be legally required to pay as a result of the exercise of the franchise and the construction, maintenance, or operation of the system.
(Ord. 51, passed 4-12-83)