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3. METHOD OF PAYMENT Attorneys shall submit a monthly statement specifying the services performed, dates and number of hours, and an itemization of expenses related thereto with supporting documentation (i.e. receipts, invoices, copy of check, etc.). City acknowledges that the j fees incurred for work performed by Attorneys on its behalf are due and owing within 30 days of the work being performed. Payment shall be made by City on all proper statements evidencing acceptable work performed prior to the start date of this Agreement. At Attorneys' discretion, they may choose to defer payment. Notwithstanding this, City agrees that it shall tender payment within 30 days of written demand by Attomeys for payment. Unless expressly stated thereon, monthly statements generated by Attorneys shall not constitute written demand, but shall simply be a written reflection of work performed and fees incurred. 4. CONTROL OF LEGAL MATTERS Attorneys agree that each and every matter or proceeding in which they undertake to assist the City Attorney, as aforesaid, shall be and remain under, and subject to the control and direction of said City Attorney at all stages, and that they shall at all times keep the City Attorney informed of all matters pertaining thereto. City will keep Attorneys informed of all significant developments in matters relating to any representation undertaken by Attorneys. Attorneys further agree, if and when their retention hereunder is terminated by City, as hereinafter specified, they shall return to City Attorney any and all files then in their possession concerning each and every matter or proceeding in which they represented the City pursuant to this Agreement. 5. REPORTING REQUIREMENTS Attorneys agree to keep the City Attorney, and any other person(s) designated by the City Attorney, informed of significant events in any actions for services provided per Section 1, including, but not limited to: any hearing dates, scheduled depositions, filing deadlines for motions for summary judgment, settlement conference dates, mediation dates, and trial dates. 6. TERM The term of this Agreement shall commence on the date first written above and terminate on January. 14, 2022, unless terminated earlier pursuant to Section 16 below. The term of this Agreement may be extended for up to one (1) year upon a writing executed by both parties, including the City Manager and the City Attorney. 7. INDEPENDENT CONTRACTORS It is mutually agreed by and between the parties that, in the performance of their covenants hereunder, Attorneys are and shall be independent contractors, and not officers or employees of City 8. INSURANCE Attorneys shall provide to the City Attorney proof of Professional Liability (errors and omissions) insurance, with a combined single limit of not less than $1,000,000 per claim, and maintain such insurance throughout the term of this Agreement. If Attorneys fail or refuse to produce and maintain the insurance required by this section, or fail or refuse to furnish the City with required proof that insurance has been procured and is in force and paid for, the City shall have the right, at the City's election, to forthwith terminate this Agreement. Such termination shall not affect Attorneys' right to be paid for its time and materials expended prior to notification of termination. 9. INDEMNIFICATION Attorneys agree to and shall indemnify and hold harmless the City, its officers, agents, employees, and representatives from liability for personal injury, damages, 2 25B-4