LIABILITY WAIVER: In consideration for participating in HOMETOWN CHRISTMAS, which is sponsored by the RUSK CHAMBER OF COMMERCE, I hereby release, waive, discharge and covenant not to sue, and agree to hold harmless for any and all purposes, the Rusk Chamber of Commerce and their representatives from any and all liabilities, claims, demands, or injury, including death, that may be sustained by me or anyone working for me or my guests while participating in such activity, or while on the premises that is owned, leased, or controlled by the Rusk Chamber of Commerce, including travel to and from the event’s activities, including injuries sustained as a result of the negligence of the Rusk Chamber of Commerce. Vendor agrees that Vendor is solely responsible for any loss or damage to its property while the same is in transit to or from the event, or while Vendor’s property is at the event. Vendor agrees that within the confines of the space(s) contracted for by the Vendor, neither the Rusk Chamber of Commerce nor their representatives shall be held liable or responsible for property loss, property damage, or any bodily injury to the Vendor or Vendor’s employees, guests or visitors while at the event. Vendor is responsible for obtaining appropriate insurance coverage at his discretion. Vendor shall be liable for any property damage or personal injury to any individual caused by Vendor or Vendor’s employees or representatives. Vendor shall defend, indemnify and hold harmless the Rusk Chamber of Commerce, its officers and employees from and against all claims, actions, suits, demands, proceedings costs, damages, and liabilities, arising out of, connected with, or resulting from any acts or omission of Vendor or any employee or representative of Vendor participating in the event. In the case of hazardous weather conditions, event will close for the protection of attendees and vendors. By my signature below I agree that I have read and voluntarily signed the release and waiver of liability and indemnity agreement, and further agree that no oral representation, statements, or inducements, apart from the foregoing agreement that has been reduced to writing have been made. *
