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City adopts new, activity‑specific liability waivers for events
Summary
Following attorney review, Cohasset moved away from a single generic waiver and adopted activity‑specific liability waivers for events including Paddle and Pints, hiking, and mountain biking; staff noted water-based events require more comprehensive waivers.
Council approved replacing a single ambiguous liability waiver with distinct waivers tailored to specific activities such as Paddle and Pints, hiking and mountain biking. Staff said the city attorney recommended more specific forms because water-based events require more comprehensive language to address higher complexity and risk.
Councilor Andy Haarklau moved to approve the new liability waivers and Councilor Andy MacDonell seconded; the motion carried with all present council members voting in favor. The minutes state: "After a review by city attorney, it was advised to develop distinct and specific waivers for various activities such as Paddle and Pints, hiking, and mountain biking."
