prior communications, representations or agreements, either oral or written, between the parties. This <br /> contract shall not be amended except in writing, signed by both parties. <br /> 18. Interpretation. This contract shall be governed by and interpreted in accordance with the laws of <br /> the State of Oregon. The parties to this contract do not intend to confer on any third party any rights <br /> under this contract. <br /> 19. Jurisdiction and Venue. All actions relating to this contract shall be tried before the courts of the <br /> State of Oregon to the exclusion of all other courts which might have jurisdiction apart from this <br /> provision. Venue in any action shall lie in the Circuit Court of Lane County, Oregon. <br /> <br /> 20. Effective Date. The effective date of this contract shall be the latest date of signature by the parties. <br /> City of Eugene Contractor <br /> <br /> By: By: ~ <br /> ignature (signature) <br /> Johnny Medlin Nancy Holzhauser <br /> Parks and Open Space Director Consultant <br /> Date: 9" 7 Date: ~ ' <br /> Personal Services Contract-Page 5 <br /> (Revised December 1997) <br /> <br />