Common use of Utilities and Repairs Clause in Contracts

Utilities and Repairs. Lessee shall, at its sole cost and expense, acquire necessary telecommunication services for its operations within the Leased Premises, including internet, or, if mutually agreeable to the parties, to reimburse the City a negotiated fee for use of the City’s existing telecommunications network. Lessee’s rent payment otherwise includes charges for heat, lighting, janitorial, and refuse disposal during the period of its occupancy of the Lease Agreement. The City will also furnish water and sewer services at no additional cost to the Lessee. ▇▇▇▇▇▇ agrees to keep the Leased Premises in neat and reasonable order. However, the City shall remain solely responsible for upkeep and maintenance of common areas and the exterior grounds of City Hall, including removal of snow from the parking lot area(s) and any other outdoor areas serving the Leased Premises. The City does not guarantee that the Leased Premises are suited for the Lessee’s intended use. Lessee may install such signs in and about City Hall and the Leased Premises, but only after approval by the City and, in the case of exterior signage, only where consistent with the LESSEE’s Sign Ordinance. Lessee shall have primary responsibility for the security of its equipment, personal property, and any other leasehold improvements, and as part of any improvements. Lessee shall bear its proportional share, based on square footage, of any special assessments imposed on the property containing the Leased Premises.