The Company shall indemnify and hold the City and its officers, agents, and employees free and harmless from any and all claims, demands, lawsuits, liability, and damages whatsoever, including all costs and expenses incident thereto, for any and all loss, damage, injury, or death caused or occasioned, in whole or in part, by the Company’s negligence in construction, reconstruction, excavation, operation, or maintenance of the electric facilities authorized by this franchise; provided, however, the Company shall not be obligated to defend, indemnify, and save harmless the City for any costs or damages arising from the negligence of the City, its officers, employees, or agents.