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BOOKMOBILE LOAN AGREEMENT <br /> This Agreement is by and between the City of Everett, a municipal corporation of the State <br /> of Washington ("City") and the Everett Museum of History ("Museum"). This Agreement is dated <br /> for reference purposes May 1, 2022. <br /> RECITALS <br /> A. In 1924, the Everett Public Library invested in a Model T Ford truck modified to <br /> serve as a "book wagon." It was the first "bookmobile" in Washington State, and it was given the <br /> name "Pegasus." Local historians believe that the name was a reference to Christopher Morley's <br /> book Parnassus on Wheels, which included a mobile bookstore. <br /> B. The bookmobile was later upgraded to a Model AA Ford, which served the Library <br /> faithfully for 20 years. After ending its service in 1950, the bookmobile was sold at auction and <br /> saw various uses around Snohomish County. <br /> C. The bookmobile was re-discovered in 1992. A years-long restoration process <br /> ensued, involving the generous donation of funds, labor, and mechanical skill of many members of <br /> Everett's community. Eventually, the bookmobile was able to ride again, and became a fixture in <br /> local parades. <br /> D. In this Agreement, the restored Model AA bookmobile is referred to as "Pegasus." <br /> The City does not have the budget to display Pegasus. However, the City wants Pegasus to remain <br /> part of the Everett Community for future generations to enjoy. The Museum desires to add <br /> Pegasus to its museum collection and to display Pegasus. Accordingly, the purpose of this <br /> Agreement is to formalize a long-term loan of Pegasus from the City to the Museum for indoor <br /> display purposes. <br /> AGREEMENT <br /> The parties agree as follows: <br /> 1. PEGASUS LOAN <br /> Subject to the terms and conditions of this Agreement,the City agrees to loan Pegasus to the <br /> Museum (the "Loan"). <br /> 2. TERM <br /> This Agreement is effective when both parties have signed it. The term of the Loan begins when <br /> the Museum picks up Pegasus from the City and expires on August 1, 2040, if not terminated <br /> sooner as set forth in this Agreement. <br /> 1 <br />