23-1003 : Extend Lease Agreement Between COB and Seneca Babcock Community Organization, Inc (Seneca Babcock Community Center) Located at 1168 Seneca St (LO)

This agenda item proposes to extend the lease agreement between the City of Buffalo (COB) and the Seneca Babcock Community Organization, Inc. for the Seneca Babcock Community Center, located at 1168 Seneca St. The current lease, approved in May 2019, is set to expire. This extension is for an additional three (3) years, with the same terms and conditions as the original agreement.

Key terms of the lease include:

• Nominal Rental Fee: One Dollar ($1.00) annually.
• Tenant Responsibilities: Tenant is responsible for costs of telephones, internet, permits, garbage user fees, solid waste removal, and all repairs and preventative maintenance.
• City Responsibilities: The City is responsible for utilities including gas, water, sewer charges, and electricity.
• Insurance: Tenant must maintain comprehensive general liability insurance with a minimum limit of $1,000,000.00 per occurrence, naming the City as an additional insured.
• Property Use: The premises are to be used solely for the community center's legitimate business purpose.
• Alterations: Any remodeling or alterations require prior written approval from the Commissioner of Public Works and the Common Council.

The lease also includes provisions regarding indemnification, compliance with laws, and prohibits illegal activity, alcohol, and firearms on the premises. The Living Wage Ordinance may also apply.