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DocuSign Envelope ID:82FA214D-F8D2-4F89-9551-89D21AOA870C <br /> modifications may be executed electronically. All electronic signatures affixed hereto evidence the intent of <br /> the Parties to comply with Article 11A and Article 40 of North Carolina General Statute Chapter 66. <br /> 8. Governing Law and Priority Both parties agree that this Agreement shall be governed by <br /> the laws of the State of North Carolina. In determining the basic services to be provided, should any <br /> documents be referenced in or attached to this Agreement, the terms herein shall have priority in any conflict <br /> between the terms of referenced documents and the terms of this Agreement. <br /> 9. Dispute Resolution: Neither party may initiate binding arbitration. Any disputes shall be <br /> resolved by nonbinding mediation. Should either party initiate litigation to settle any dispute involving the <br /> terms of this Agreement such litigation shall be initiated in the General Court of Justice of North Carolina <br /> seated in Orange County,North Carolina. <br /> 10. Non Appropriation: Provider acknowledges that County is a governmental entity, and the <br /> validity of this Agreement is based upon the availability of public funding under the authority of its statutory <br /> mandate. In the event that public funds are unavailable and not appropriated for the performance of County's <br /> obligations under this Agreement, then this Agreement shall automatically expire without penalty to County <br /> immediately upon written notice to Provider of the unavailability and non-appropriation of public funds. <br /> [SIGNATURE PAGE TO FOLLOW] <br /> Revised 10/14 3 <br />