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Commission authorizes mayor to sign waiver for mobile home park garbage agreement
Summary
The commission approved a motion authorizing the mayor to sign a waiver and release of liability to implement new garbage service at the Somerset Mobile Home Park starting in June; staff and commissioners discussed road-damage liabilities and a model agreement.
The Somerset City Commission approved a motion May 1 authorizing the mayor to sign a waiver and release of liability tied to providing garbage service at the Somerset Mobile Home Park.
Speaker 1 described that the city will begin providing garbage service in June and had drafted an agreement addressing potential road damage and liability, borrowing language used for a homeowners association. The agreement was reviewed by city counsel (Mister Weaver) and staff recommended approval. "Motion to approve the mayor to sign the waiver release of liability," Speaker 1 stated when making the motion; the motion was seconded and carried by voice vote.
City staff emphasized uncertainty about asphalt classifications and the potential for increased wear from service trucks; they discussed the possibility of borrowing or purchasing equipment and noted the city may need additional staff or equipment if long-term maintenance responsibilities increase. The signed waiver will allow the immediate operational change while staff continues to finalize technical details and insurance/liability protections.
