11. INDEMNIFICATION AND HOLD HARMLESS. The Sheriff shall be legally

Board of County Commissioners Workshop · 2026-04-21 · agenda_item

This item concerns a proposed agreement between the Sheriff and Coleman regarding law enforcement services. The agreement outlines indemnification and hold harmless clauses, detailing legal responsibilities for actions taken by law enforcement personnel. It specifies how lawsuits and claims will be handled and defines the extent to which the Sheriff will protect Coleman from liabilities arising from the Sheriff's use of Coleman property or the actions of Sheriff's personnel. Coleman also agrees to indemnify the Sheriff for certain liabilities related to ordinances and pre-agreement acts. The Sheriff will name Coleman as an additional insured on their risk management policy. This item is currently under review by the Board of County Commissioners Workshop. The scope of work involves legal review, contract negotiation, and potentially insurance policy adjustments. Local businesses specializing in legal services and insurance could find opportunities related to understanding and fulfilling the terms of this agreement. Engaging early allows for a deeper understanding of the contractual obligations and potential needs.