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It is specifically understood that the aforementioned release is intended to include only those claims arising from any conduct, event or transaction occurring prior to the date of this Agreement and is intended to include any and all claims for unknown injuries and/or damages, unanticipated injuries and/or damages, and unexpected consequences of injuries and/or damages. By signing this "Separation Agreement and Release of Claims,"Employee acknowledges that he has been provided with a written explanation of the employees covered by the employment termination program, the program's eligibility requirements, and any time limits applicable to the program. In addition, Employee acknowledges that he has been given a list of the job titles and ages of covered employees eligible to participate in the program, as well as a list of job titles and ages of covered employees in the same job classification or organizational unit who are not eligible or selected for the program. 7. Representation by Counsel. Employee represents to the City that he has had an opportunity to consult with legal counsel of his own choosing with respect to this Agreement and all matters covered by and relating to it. Employee further agrees and represents that he has not received or relied upon any advice or representations by City or City's counsel in entering this Agreement. This Agreement shall be binding upon Employee and his legal counsel and inure to the benefit of the City and its respective successors, assigns, subsidiaries,heirs, executors, personal representatives, and agents. 8. Attorneys' Fees and Expenses. Each party will be responsible for the payment of their own attorneys' fees and expenses in connection with this matter. 9. No Admission of Liability. It is specifically understood that by reason of agreeing to this Agreement, the parties hereby released admit absolutely no liability, misconduct, wrongdoing, unethical or unprofessional conduct of any sort, and it is further specifically understood that this Agreement shall not be construed as an admission of liability, misconduct, wrongdoing, unethical or unprofessional conduct of any sort on the part of any party. 10. Voluntary and Knowing Action. The parties acknowledge that they have had the opportunity to consult with their own legal counsel, that they have thoroughly read and understand the terms of this Agreement, and that they are voluntarily entering into this Agreement to resolve this matter. 11. Data Practices Requirements. This "Separation Agreement and Release of Claims" is public data. To the extent permitted by law, all other personnel data collected relating to the Employee shall remain private data. 12. Rescission/Revocation Period. This Agreement is subject to the following rescission/revocation periods as provided by law: Age Discrimination in Employment Act, 7 days, 29 U.S.C. 626 (f)(1)(G); Minnesota Human Rights Act, 15 days, Minn. Stat. 363.031, Subd. 2. 3N:\USERS\CARIS\ADMIN\LEGALUARSON.W PD