(a) In instances where water is supplied for redistribution through a separate water system or systems operated by an institution, governmental agency or political subdivision of the state or county, a specific contract agreement shall be entered into by the parties. The specific contract agreement shall provide that billing and collection for water delivered through the system operated by the institution, governmental agency or political subdivision of the state or county shall be done by such agency. The rates to be charged to such institution, governmental agency or political subdivision and payable to the city shall be equal to at least 120 percent of the rates for similar individual service within the city.
(b) The city shall be saved free and harmless from suits instituted by the patrons of the institution, governmental agency or political subdivision of the state or county, and the city itself shall be protected against the misuse or abuse of services rendered by the city to such agencies.
(c) In the event of a determination on the part of either party to terminate a contract for water service, due notice shall be given by the one party to the other at least 12 months in advance of the date of termination. The terminating party shall, on or before the date of such termination, make such financial or other settlement with the other party as may be necessary to properly reimburse, save harmless and protect the health, welfare and safety of the other party.
(d) Owners of properties outside the city limits, with whom a specific contract agreement cannot be entered into by reason of the nature and condition of the service requested, shall pay a surcharge of 50 percent over and above the rates for water and water service set forth in this chapter. All such owners shall pay a 50 percent surcharge on the connection charges or any other charges provided for.
(Ord. 68-45, passed 12-12-1968)