Automated Meter Reading Services Agreement with Amendment dated as of July 1, 2017, between Landis+Gyr Technology, Inc., formerly known as Cellnet Technology, Inc., and Laclede Gas Company

Sample Meter Population. Laclede has previously provided to Cellnet an initial data file that details all Laclede Gas Data, including addresses, Laclede's projected monthly meter reading schedule and all other pertinent Laclede customer information for approximately 500 meters ("Test Meters") on which Cellnet has installed MIUs.

Interface Implementation.Attached hereto as Exhibit 3 are Cellnet's
specifications for its standard interface (the "Standard Interface Specifications"). Laclede shall, in accordance with the time period set forth in Exhibit 2, develop, at its own expense, a complete, integration tested and fully operational interface for the Laclede systems impacted by this Agreement (the "Laclede Interface"). The Laclede Interface must have the capacity to (i) collect the MIU installation database and the Laclede Gas Data from Cellnet, (ii) transmit the post MIU installation and any ongoing Laclede database maintenance files to Cellnet, and (iii) collect the Fixed Network Data posted by Cellnet on the FTP Server.

Internal Computer Hardware and Software. Laclede is responsible for, and shall establish and maintain at Laclede's expense, all of its internal computer software, hardware, systems, and any and all telecommunication connections and charges (including hardware fees, set-up, and on-going fees) required to collect the Fixed Network Data from the FTP Server and then store, query and manipulate such data.

Additional Services. In addition to the services described in Section 1.3(b) below, which shall be provided at Cellnet's expense, Laclede may request, and Cellnet, in its discretion, may provide, services to assist Laclede with system integration and other programming issues from time to time during the Term. Such services shall be provided to Laclede at rates to be agreed upon by the Parties.

Interface Implementation Support. During the Initial Fixed Network Deployment Phase, Cellnet, at no additional charge to Laclede, shall consult with and advise Laclede in its development and testing of the Laclede Interface. Cellnet shall have no obligation to write software code in connection with such consulting and advice; provided, however, that additional services shall be provided in accordance with Section 1.2(d) above.

Provision of MIUs and Installation Resources. Cellnet shall provide the resources necessary for installation of the MIUs, including the required MIUs and the employees or subcontractors necessary to install the MIUs (each a "MIU Installer"), as well as a competent project manager for the Initial Fixed Network Deployment Phase. All of the MIU Installers shall be qualified and trained as described in Section 2.1(d)(ii).

Configure the NOC. Cellnet shall establish and configure the necessary hardware, NOC Software and Meter Database to provide the AMR Services.

Automated Meter Readings. Upon completion of the installation of the MIUs on the Laclede Gas Meters and Laclede's performance of its responsibilities under Section 1.2, Cellnet shall perform and transmit to Laclede daily automated meter reads in hundreds of cubic feet in accordance with Article 2.

Handheld Devices. During the Initial Fixed Network Deployment Phase, Cellnet shall provide Laclede two (2) handheld units for reading and programming MIUs and train Laclede personnel on the proper use of these units.

Plant Tour. During the Initial Fixed Network Deployment Phase, at Laclede's request, Cellnet shall schedule a trip for Laclede to visit Cellnet's manufacturing facilities, Cellnet's corporate headquarters and/or Cellnet's NOC facilities, at Laclede's expense. Within fifteen (15) days after completion of any of the above trips, Laclede may notify Cellnet in writing that Laclede has concerns regarding any of the following characteristics of any of such Cellnet facilities:

Comparison of Reads. During the Initial Fixed Network Deployment Phase, Laclede will obtain and compare the manual reads from the Test Meters to the automated meter reads provided by Cellnet pursuant to Section 1.3(e) above. Any deviations between the manual and automated readings will be investigated by both Parties in good faith and resolved within two (2) Business Days.

Substitute Meters. Any residence with access issues, meter problems or other circumstances that interfere with the Initial Fixed Network Deployment Phase will be dealt with on a case-by-case basis. An alternate address within the coverage area described in Section 1.2(a) may be substituted for the remainder of the Initial Fixed Network Deployment Phase, or, in the alternative, the MIU will be subtracted from the sample population, at Laclede's discretion.

Network Coverage. Cellnet will be responsible for Fixed Network infrastructure coverage issues and will use commercially reasonable efforts to resolve any Fixed Network infrastructure coverage issues promptly, as necessary, to perform the AMR Services.

Summary of Readings. During the Initial Fixed Network Deployment Phase, Cellnet shall provide Laclede: (i) daily automated meter reads in hundreds of cubic feet; and (ii) a monthly summary of MIU performance, by address. The individual meter readings will be maintained by Cellnet daily and delivered to Laclede on the next Business Day. Daily and monthly overall performance indicators should be included in the summary.

Areas of Emphasis. Close scrutiny will be given to Cellnet's performance in the following areas:

MIU Validation. During the Initial Fixed Network Deployment Phase, the Test Meters will be automatically read every day to determine accuracy, network deliverability, and ability to transfer data between the Parties' systems based on the Standard Interface Specifications. During the Initial Fixed Network Deployment Phase, the Parties will work together to validate and correct promptly any errors in the following areas:

Fixed Network reading does not correlate with visual index reading. This deviation will take into account rounding errors and time differences. Cellnet must correct programming errors on a MIU.

Fixed Network reading was not available through the network during the scheduled reading period. This failure takes into account MIUs that fail to communicate to the Fixed Network due to device problems.

MIU is found to be in an alarm state and the appropriate flag was not returned.

MIU is found to be sending inconsistent readings when other MIUs in the area are responding correctly.

The meter installation data and the Laclede Gas Data transferred between Laclede and Cellnet shall be validated and consistent with the Standard Interface Specifications for use within the respective Parties' systems. In the event that the data is not in the correct format, the non-complying Party shall make the correction at its own expense.

make available to Laclede, via the Cellnet Standard Interface, meter readings.

Components of AMR Services System. The Fixed Network shall include the following components, together with any and all other components and equipment necessary for Cellnet to perform its obligations under this Agreement:

MIUs installed on each Accessible Meter within the Fixed Network Area;

MCCs to be installed on structures, poles and/or towers;

The NOC to collect Fixed Network Data;

The disaster recovery NOC, which is described in Section 2.2(g), shall be located in a separate facility from the NOC as specified in Section 2.2(g); and

The software to manage the Fixed Network Data.

AMR Services System. During the Deployment Period, Cellnet shall install, and/or contract with subcontractors for the installation of, the Fixed Network and the various components thereof. Cellnet shall, or cause its subcontractors to, deploy an adequate number of field supervisors at all times to ensure that installers have ready access to supervisors as and when needed to address issues and receive information in a timely manner. The Cellnet program manager and the Laclede AMR program manager will establish introduction meetings and regularly scheduled project review meetings. A pre-installation meeting will be held among Cellnet, the MIU Installer, and Laclede for the purpose of reviewing all matters of mutual concern to ensure that the installation plan will be met.

MIUs. Cellnet and Laclede will develop and agree upon the various Routes and schedules for installation of the MIUs on existing Laclede Gas Meters at residences and businesses within the Fixed Network Area. Installers shall work during normal working hours of 8:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday through Saturday, which hours shall be adjusted to accommodate extended daylight hours. Additionally, it shall be acceptable for installers to install MIUs outside these hours pursuant to previously made appointments with customers. Cellnet shall not be required to install a MIU on a meter unless the meter can be retrofitted to accept the MIU. The Parties agree that all of the meters listed on Exhibit 5-A can be retrofitted to accept a MIU; provided that access to the meter is not obstructed or the physical condition of the meter is such that it does not prevent such retrofitting without requiring major repair. The

Cellnet Appointments. Prior to installation of MIUs on a Route, Laclede will promptly notify the customers on the Route (by flyers, radio or TV announcements or other reasonable means) of the planned installation of MIUs on meters servicing their residence or business. Cellnet or the MIU Installer shall contact the occupants of each affected property to make the necessary appointments and arrangements to install the MIUs. For meters that require entry into the property, the MIU Installer shall attempt to contact the occupant of the property by telephone, letter or door hanger and in person, on six (6) separate occasions (at least two (2) of which occasions must be personal visits to the property) and shall offer the occupant a choice of reasonable appointment times (i. e., specific appointment times or small time windows). The MIU Installer shall time its various attempts to contact an occupant via telephone, letter and in person so as to have the greatest probability of successfully contacting the occupant and installing the MIU. For purposes of clarity, an unanswered telephone call constitutes an attempt.

Laclede Appointments. If the MIU Installer is unable to gain the necessary access to a meter after the six (6) occasions specified in Section 2.1(c)(ii)(A), Cellnet will so advise Laclede in writing as soon as reasonably practicable. After receiving such written advisement, Laclede will attempt to contact the occupant and/or owner of the property and work with Cellnet to arrange an appointment for Cellnet to install a MIU. If the occupant and/or owner miss a scheduled appointment or the meter is not an Accessible Meter for any other reason, Laclede will attempt to once again make contact with the occupant and/or owner and work with Cellnet to reschedule the appointment. If the MIU Installer is not able to install a MIU on the second or subsequent appointment made by Laclede, then Laclede shall reimburse Cellnet for its actual direct expenses without mark-up for the visit, not to exceed Twenty-Five Dollars ($25.00).

Existing Remote Device Removal. Many of Laclede's existing meters currently have a remote-type device installed. Prior to any such device

MCCs. Cellnet shall install any additional MCCs in the Fixed Network Area and any communications links necessary to obtain automated meter readings from Activated Meters.

Subcontractor's Hiring Processes. Cellnet intends to contract with MIU Installers to install the MIUs. Only qualified personnel, who have received proper training as described below, shall perform the MIU installations/replacements. Cellnet shall develop a Quality Assurance Plan that is reasonably acceptable to Laclede and shall perform, or require subcontractors to perform, all MIU installation activities in accordance with such plan. The Quality Assurance Plan shall be provided by Cellnet to Laclede within thirty (30) calendar days after the Effective Date and shall include an audit feature that will track the performance of individual installers. Laclede shall have the right to approve the MIU Installer, which approval shall not be unreasonably withheld or delayed. Additionally, subject to applicable law, Laclede shall have the right to disqualify individuals employed or used by an MIU Installer based on observations by Laclede and/or reported customer complaints, interaction with customers or the public in general and/or security or safety violations. If Laclede wishes to disqualify an individual employed or used by such MIU Installer, it shall notify Cellnet and provide reasonable details regarding the grounds for such request. Cellnet shall investigate the request and notify Laclede of its determination promptly, but in all events within five (5) Business Days, during which such individual shall not work on the project.

Training. Prior to installation of any Mills, Cellnet shall submit to Laclede for approval a training and certification program for all individuals, including Laclede employees, installing, repairing,

Meter safety and personal protective equipment issued to field personnel;

Proper procedures for dealing with Laclede' s customers in the field;

Meter configurations present in the service territory;

Meter reading;

Use of handheld work order routing devices;

Data to be recorded from each installation;

How to handle dog encounters and attacks;

Emergency procedures (gas leaks, medical, etc.); and

Recognizing and reporting obvious "theft of service" cases.

Programming Software. Within thirty (30) days after the Effective Date, Cellnet shall provide to Laclede, at no additional charge, Programming Software for reading and programming MIUs and train Laclede personnel on the proper use of this software. Cellnet shall install and configure the Programming Software for use by Laclede's operations personnel and use commercially reasonable effort to accommodate Laclede-specific configurations.

Timeframe for Installation and Implementation.

Mandatory Provisions in Cellnet's Leases and/or Financing Documents. Cellnet shall use its commercially reasonable efforts to cause the senior lenders to Cellnet who are directly financing the build out of the Fixed Network, to include in the financing agreements therefor provisions providing that upon the occurrence, and during the continuation, of any default of Cellnet under such financing agreements, if the lenders under that financing agreement determine in their sole discretion that such action will not impair the Lender Group's ability to enforce the obligations of Cellnet under such financing agreements or realize upon the security collateral of the lenders under such financing agreements, such lenders shall engage in good faith negotiations with Laclede to permit Cellnet or a third party selected by the Lender Group to continue to perform Cellnet's obligations under this Agreement; provided, however, that the foregoing shall in no way prohibit such lenders from pursuing any of their rights or remedies under such financing agreements.

St. Louis Office. During the Term, Cellnet shall maintain an office in the St. Louis metropolitan area staffed with a sufficient number of employees or contract employees to fulfill its obligations under this Agreement and a manager who is responsible for servicing Laclede under this Agreement.

Daily Meter Reads. Cellnet shall provide to Laclede daily automated meter reads in hundreds of cubic feet on Activated Meters.

Reliability of Daily Consumption Readings.Cellnet shall provide daily
automated meter reads in hundreds of cubic feet for at least 98% of the Activated Meters on an averaged basis over the total number of calendar days of each month and a minimum of 90% of the Activated Meters for each and every calendar day during any Contract Year during the Term of this Agreement. This reliability rate implies that the required percentage of the meters are read electronically through the Fixed Network.

Reliability of Scheduled Consumption Readings for Monthly Billing. Cellnet shall provide to Laclede monthly meter reads in hundreds of cubic feet on each Activated Meter. These monthly meter readings shall be made available during each Fixed Network Meter's respective monthly Billing Window as established according to Laclede's projected monthly meter reading schedule (as such schedule may be adjusted by Laclede from time to time) at a reliability rate of 99% of the Activated Meters for each month and a minimum of 97% of the Activated Meters for each respective billing day within the month. If Cellnet is not able to achieve 99% of such monthly reads electronically, Cellnet shall achieve the required percentage by providing Laclede manual reads of Activated Meters within the Fixed Network Area; provided that Cellnet shall provide to Laclede each month an electronic list of the meters for which Cellnet was not able to obtain an electronic read through the Fixed Network. Cellnet shall promptly research and, if practicable, correct any MIU that the Fixed Network is not able to read electronically. In the event Laclede changes or adjusts its billing cycle schedule during the Twit, Cellnet shall make all changes necessary to accommodate such changes or adjustments within thirty (30) days after receiving written notice of such change or adjustment from Laclede; provided that if such changes or adjustments to a billing cycle occur during the Deployment Period, Laclede shall provide Cellnet 120 days prior written notice of such change or adjustment.

Reliability Penalty.

If Cellnet is not able to achieve the respective required average monthly reliability percentages for daily reads set forth in Section 2.2(b) above for any month during the Term, then Cellnet shall owe to Laclede a penalty (the "Daily Reliability Penalty") equal to Thirty Thousand Dollars ($30,000) for each one-half percent (1/2%) or portion thereof that Cellnet is below the applicable threshold. Furthermore, if Cellnet is not able to achieve the required daily minimum percentages set forth in Section 2.2(b) above on any day during the Term, then Cellnet shall owe to Laclede a penalty ("Minimum Daily Reliability Penalty") equal to One Thousand Dollars ($1,000) for each one-half percent (¹/₂%) or portion thereof that Cellnet is below the applicable minimum. For purposes of calculating the Daily Reliability Penalty and the Minimum Daily Reliability Penalty, only Activated Meters on Routes that have been activated as described in Section 2.1(g)(i) above for ninety (90) days or more shall be considered. Anything herein to the contrary notwithstanding, except for any rights that

The daily reliability performance percentages shall be equal to the sum of each day's number of successful automated daily meter readings which Cellnet makes available to Laclede during the calendar month, divided by the sum of each day's number of daily Activated Meters. This reliability rate implies that the required percentage of the meters are read electronically through the Fixed Network.

Commencing the first calendar month ninety (90) days after the Deployment Deadline, if Cellnet fails to provide to Laclede monthly meter reads in accordance with the reliability percentages described in Section 2.2(c) above, during any month, then Cellnet shall owe to Laclede a penalty (the "Monthly Reliability Penalty") equal to Fifteen Thousand Dollars ($15,000) for each one-half percent (1/2%), or portion thereof, by which Cellnet is below such 99% threshold. For example, if Cellnet is able to provide reads for only 98% of the Activated Meters during a month, then the Monthly Reliability Penalty shall equal Thirty Thousand Dollars ($30,000). Additionally, Cellnet shall owe to Laclede a penalty ("Minimum Monthly Reliability Penalty") of One Thousand Dollars ($1,000) for each one-half percent (¹/₂%) or portion thereof by which Cellnet is below the 97% minimum on any billing day. Anything herein to the contrary notwithstanding except for any rights that may exist pursuant to Article 11 hereof, Laclede's sole remedy for Cellnet's failure to meet or exceed the foregoing performance metrics is set forth in this Section 2.2(d)(iii).

The monthly reliability performance shall be equal to the sum of each day's number of successful monthly meter readings which Cellnet makes available to Laclede during the calendar month, divided by the sum of each day's number of monthly Activated Meters.

The Daily Reliability Penalty, Minimum Daily Reliability Penalty, Monthly Reliability Penalty and Minimum Monthly Reliability Penalty shall be referred to herein collectively as the "Reliability Penalty." Laclede shall have the right to deduct the Reliability Penalty amount from the Fee for each such month during which the daily and/or monthly reliability failures occur, or any subsequent month.

Fees. Except as otherwise specifically provided herein, as sole consideration for the performance by Cellnet of its obligations under this Agreement, including, without limitation, the performance of the AMR Services, Laclede shall pay to Cellnet Ninety-Nine and 5/10 Cents (99.50) ("Per Read Fee") per month during the Term for each Activated Meter on Routes that have been activated pursuant to Section 2.1(g), for each meter that Laclede installs that is already equipped with a MN, provided Laclede successfully receives a monthly automated Actual Read from Cellnet during the respective Billing Window for each such meter, and for each meter that Laclede receives a manual read from Cellnet (the "Fee"). The Per Read Fee shall consist of the components set forth on Exhibit 8. The number of days in a Billing Window may not be decreased during the Term without the prior written agreement of Cellnet. Except as set forth on Exhibit 8, Laclede shall have no obligation to pay any charge for any Laclede Gas Meter for which Laclede does not receive an automated Actual Read or Cellnet manual read during the respective Billing Window. The Monthly MIU Asset Fee as set forth on Exhibit 8  ("Asset Fee") shall also commence for non-Activated Meters where MIU installation is handled pursuant to Section 2.1(c)(iii) on the earlier of the 120^th day after delivery of the assembled meter or MIU to Laclede or the 120^th day after passage of title of the assembled meter or MIU to Laclede or its bank or other lender. Laclede may deduct from the Fee prior to payment that amount of any penalty being assessed against Cellnet pursuant to Section 2.2(d) above. The Fee shall be payable via check or electronic transfer at such place designated by Cellnet.

Within five (5) Business Days after the end of each calendar month, Cellnet shall submit to Laclede (directed to the Laclede AMR program manager or such other individual or department specified by Laclede in writing) an invoice specifying the Fee due from Laclede for such calendar month. The invoice shall include (A) the number of automated Actual Reads received via the Fixed Network during such calendar month, (B) the number of Cellnet Manual Reads (categorized by reading method) during such calendar month, (C) the amount due and owing for the meter data provided from the Fixed Network during that month, (D) any reduction for the Reliability Penalty calculated pursuant to Section 2.2(d), and (E) the Asset Fees for such calendar month. The invoice shall include any such other documentation as Laclede may reasonably request.

Within thirty (30) calendar days after receipt of an invoice submitted by Cellnet in accordance with this Agreement, Laclede shall pay Cellnet the amount invoiced. If Laclede disputes any invoiced amount, Laclede shall so notify Cellnet in writing within fifteen (15) calendar days after receipt of the invoice and give full reasons for the dispute. The Parties shall act in good faith to settle such dispute within five (5) Business Days after Laclede provides such notice of dispute to Cellnet. If the Parties are notable to resolve such dispute prior to the due date of the invoice, then

If Laclede disputes any invoiced amount, the provisions of Article 19 shall apply. Following resolution of the dispute: (A) any amount withheld by Laclede and agreed or determined to be payable shall be paid by Laclede within ten (10) Business Days after such agreement or determination; and (B) any amount paid by Laclede and agreed or determined not to be payable shall be deducted by Laclede from the amount of the monthly invoice next due after such agreement or determination.

Should Laclede fail to make payment on or before the due date of any sum due and owing (other than any sum which is the subject of a bona fide dispute and any Reliability Penalty), interest on the amount unpaid shall accrue from the date such amount was due until the date of payment at a rate per annum during such period equal to the prime rate set forth in the Wall Street Journal most recently published on the date such payment was due plus one percent (1%). Interest shall also accrue at such rate on the amount withheld pursuant to Section 2.3(a)(ii) (or paid by Laclede pending resolution of the dispute) until the time of payment if it is ultimately determined that such amount was due and payable to Cellnet (or, in the case of payment of an amount pursuant to Section 2.3(a)(ii) which was not ultimately payable to Cellnet, refund of such amount to Laclede).

Minimum Per Read Fee. The pricing in this Agreement is predicated upon a minimum installed base of 600,000 MIUs. In the event that 600,000 MIUs are not installed within twenty-four (24) months after the Effective Date, despite Cellnet's good faith efforts and compliance in all material respects with its obligations under this Agreement, then, from and after such twenty-four (24) month period, Cellnet shall have the right to invoice Laclede, and Laclede shall pay, monthly, in addition to the Fee, an amount equal to the Per Read Fee multiplied by the difference between 600,000 and the actual number of MIUs that are installed on Laclede Gas Meters as of the last day of the then current billing period. As soon as more than 600,000 MIUs have been installed on Laclede Gas Meters, Laclede shall no longer owe such additional amount to Cellnet.

Access to Premises. Laclede hereby grants to Cellnet, its employees, agents and subcontractors the right of reasonable access to any Laclede Gas Meter, Fixed Network Meter and any other relevant assets and premises owned by it or in its control where such access is necessary in order for Cellnet to perform the AMR Services. Laclede shall, at its own expense, take all reasonable steps to obtain, in favor of Cellnet, its employees, agents and subcontractors all rights of reasonable access to all premises that are reasonably required to enable them to perform the AMR Services and other obligations under this Agreement. Cellnet shall not be in default under this Agreement if it is prevented from performing due to its

Use of Laclede Facilities. Laclede will allow Cellnet the use of Laclede buildings, towers, land, transmission and distribution system locations for the positioning of the MCCs. Cellnet and Laclede shall jointly identify the relevant sites. Notwithstanding the foregoing, Laclede has the right to refuse the use of individual sites or to impose reasonable restrictions on Cellnet entry to such sites. Cellnet shall not compensate Laclede for the use of its property as described above; provided, that Cellnet shall reimburse Laclede for out-of-pocket expenses incurred by Laclede due to Cellnet's use of such properties.

Multiple Index Large Industrial and Commercial Meters. If the multiple index meters used by Laclede require the development of a special interface in order to be read automatically, Cellnet and Laclede shall cooperate with each other with regard to Cellnet's development of a proposed price for the automated reading of these meters where appropriate.

Installation of Additional MIUs. At Laclede's request, Cellnet shall install additional MIUs after the completion of the Deployment Period at a fee to be agreed upon by the Parties.

Laclede Gas Data File. Laclede will prior to completion of the Initial Fixed Network Deployment Phase provide to Cellnet a data file that details all Laclede Gas Data, including addresses, the reading schedule and all other pertinent Laclede customer information for all Laclede Gas Meters within the Fixed Network Area. Laclede will update this file and furnish it to Cellnet as additional Laclede Gas Meters are added within the Fixed Network Area. Cellnet shall not be in default under this Agreement if it is prevented from performing its obligations hereunder to the extent caused by an error contained in any data file, including files containing Laclede Gas Data, provided to Cellnet by Laclede.

New Laclede Gas Meters. From time to time during the Term, Laclede mayreplace Activated Meters with new Laclede Gas Meters or install new Laclede Gas Meters, each of which already has an installed MIU, in the Fixed Network Area. In the event that Laclede replaces any Activated Meter or installs a new Laclede Gas Meter, it must promptly (i) provide Cellnet with the designation and installation information of the removed Activated Meter and/or the designation and installation information of the new Laclede Gas Meter, electronically via the Cellnet Standard Interface; and (ii) update the data file that details all Laclede Gas Data, as more specifically described in Section 2.3(g). A newly installed Laclede Gas Meter shall not be deemed to be an Activated Meter until Cellnet receives (a) a successful meter reading; (b) the designation and installation information; and (c) the Laclede Gas Data. Laclede shall bear all costs related to the removal

Cellnet shall provide service visits free of charge to any Activated Meter upon the reasonable request of Laclede when Laclede deems a MIU to be stopped, programmed incorrectly by Cellnet or its subcontractor or reset and has provided documented history of such readings. If, upon such service visit, Cellnet discovers and documents that the MIU was programmed correctly and is operating properly, or if a MIU malfunction or incorrect programming by Laclede or its third party vendor or subcontractor was caused by (i) the Laclede Gas Meter, (ii) any Laclede personnel, or (iii) vandalism, and such findings are confirmed by Laclede, Cellnet shall deliver an invoice to Laclede, and Laclede shall reimburse Cellnet's reasonable expenses for such service visit not to exceed Fifty Dollars ($50), payable within thirty (30) calendar days of receipt of the invoice from Cellnet.

If Laclede investigates a stopped meter report and determines that there has been a MIU failure, has replaced the MIU or battery, and delivered the MIU or battery to Cellnet, and the failure is confirmed by Cellnet, Laclede shall deliver an invoice to Cellnet, and Cellnet shall reimburse Laclede for its reasonable expenses for such a service visit not to exceed Fifty Dollars ($50), payable within thirty (30) calendar days of receipt of the invoice from Laclede.

Notwithstanding the foregoing, if Cellnet cannot gain access to a MIU to verify whether it is functioning properly after making at least three (3) reasonable attempts to access the MIU, Cellnet's obligations under this Section 3.1 with respect to such MIU shall be suspended until such time as Cellnet gains access on its own or with the assistance of Laclede. During the period that Cellnet is not able to gain access to such MIU, the meter shall be deemed to be an Unavailable Meter, and Cellnet shall provide Laclede (directed to the attention of the Laclede AMR program manager at the address provided hereafter in this Agreement) prompt written notice of any MIU that appears to be malfunctioning to which Cellnet cannot gain access. Upon receipt of such notice, Laclede shall make reasonable efforts to assist Cellnet to gain access to the MIU in question.

To request a Material Change, a Party (the "Requesting Party") shall submit to the other Party (the "Responding Party") a written request describing the change that such Party desires ("Change Order"). The Responding Party shall respond to the Change Order within fifteen (15) Business Days of receipt with a written statement (i) offering to perform the AMR Services in a manner consistent with the Change Order, (ii) offering to perform the Change Order but proposing modifications to it, or (iii) rejecting the Change Order. If the Responding Party responds in accordance with either (i) or (ii) in the preceding sentence, the Responding Party shall include detailed information as to the availability of the Responding Party's personnel and resources to perform the Change Order and the impact, if any, on timing of the completion of the affected AMR Services or the additional or reduced cost of the AMR Services. The Responding Party will use commercially reasonable efforts to minimize any adverse impact on the AMR Services created by the Change Order or any increase in cost or expense that is to be imposed on the Requesting Party. This process will continue until the Parties agree in writing upon the changes to be made, the impact on the timing of the

For any Change Order, Laclede shall pay Cellnet the additional charges, costs and expense agreed upon by the Parties pursuant to the terms of Section 2.3(a). If the Change Order results in a reduction in the anticipated charges, costs or expenses, Laclede shall receive a credit for such reduction against the fees otherwise owed by Laclede under this Agreement.

Specific Performance. The Parties agree that an impending or existing violation of this Article 9 would cause the Disclosing Party irreparable injury for which it would have no adequate remedy at law, and agree that the Disclosing Party shall be entitled to obtain

Representations and Warranties of Cellnet. Cellnet hereby represents and warrants the following to Laclede:

Duly Authorized. Cellnet is a corporation duly organized and existing and is in good standing under the laws of Delaware. Cellnet's execution, delivery and performance of this Agreement has been duly authorized by all appropriate action on the part of Cellnet, and this Agreement constitutes the valid and binding obligation of Cellnet and is enforceable against Cellnet in accordance with its terms.

No Conflict. Neither the execution and delivery of this Agreement, nor any assignments or licenses made hereunder, will conflict with or violate any other license, instrument, contract, agreement, or other commitment or arrangement to which Cellnet is bound.

Consents. No approval, authorization, consent, permission, waiver, notice, filing or recording is necessary for Cellnet's execution of this Agreement.

Professional Standards. The AMR Services shall be performed in a professional manner in accordance with the prevailing standards of the industry.

Ownership. Cellnet has or will obtain the ownership of, or a leasehold, license or other interest in all elements of, the Fixed Network so as to perform its obligations hereunder.

Non-Encumberance and Non-Infringement. To the best of Cellnet's knowledge and belief, (i) neither the AMR Services, nor any deliverables provided by Cellnet to Laclede hereunder, have been or will be encumbered, except as provided in the financing arrangements entered into by Cellnet in connection with this Agreement and approved by Laclede, and any subsequent renewals, extensions, restructurings, modifications, or replacements of such financing arrangements, in whole or in part (either as a stand-alone financing in connection with this Agreement or as part of Cellnet's general financing facilities), which shall not require approval by Laclede but shall require notice to Laclede thereof, and (ii) neither the AMR Services, nor any deliverables provided by Cellnet to Laclede hereunder, nor any system, apparatus, equipment, components, method,

Compliance with Laws. Cellnet shall comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws, regulations, ordinances, and governmental restrictions in performing the AMR Services under this Agreement.

Services and Supplies. Cellnet warrants that the supplies and services furnished under this Agreement will be free from defects in material and workmanship and will conform, in all material respects, to all requirements of this Agreement.

Required FCC and Regulatory Licenses. Cellnet shall obtain and maintain during the Term, at Cellnet's expense, any licenses and/or permits needed from the FCC, state or local regulatory agencies, or any licenses from other entities required to operate the Fixed Network in Laclede's service area.

Fixed Network Security. Cellnet shall keep in place network security that will monitor and protect against unauthorized access to Laclede Gas Data while such data are on or within the Fixed Network. The Laclede Gas Data will be stored in a separate partitioned area of the Meter Database.

Representations and Warranties of Laclede. Laclede hereby represents and warrants to Cellnet:

Duly Authorized. Laclede is a corporation duly incorporated and existing in good standing under the laws of Missouri. Laclede's execution, delivery and performance of this Agreement has been duly authorized by all appropriate corporate action on the part of Laclede, and this Agreement constitutes the valid and binding obligation of Laclede and is enforceable against Laclede in accordance with its terms.

No Conflict. Neither the execution and delivery of this Agreement nor any assignments or licenses made hereunder will conflict with or violate any other license, instrument, contract, agreement, or other commitment or arrangement to which Laclede is bound.

Ownership. Laclede has and will continue to have: (i) good and clear title or (ii) valid and enforceable rights or licenses to the Laclede Gas Meters and the Laclede gas systems. Laclede will not subject any MIUs installed on Laclede Gas Meters to any encumbrances, liens, mortgages, securities or other defects in title.

Consents. Except as specifically provided otherwise herein, no approval, authorization, consent, permission, waiver, notice, filing or recording is necessary for Laclede's execution of this Agreement.

Non-Infringement. To the best of Laclede's knowledge and belief, neither Laclede's gas system nor any information, data, data processes or designs supplied by Laclede that will be integrated with the AMR Services infringes any patents, copyrights, trade secrets or other proprietary rights of any third party to the extent that said infringement is based solely on said Laclede's gas system, information, data, processes or designs, and Laclede has no reason to believe that any such infringement or claims thereof could be made by third parties. Laclede makes no representation or warranty with respect to infringement claims arising from AMR Services, or any system, apparatus, equipment, component, method, process, information, data or design provided by Cellnet hereunder.

Compliance with Laws. Laclede shall comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws, regulations, ordinances, and governmental restrictions in performing its obligations under this Agreement.

Termination by Either Party for Breach. Either Party may terminate this Agreement in the event of a material breach of this Agreement by the other Party, provided that the breaching Party has not cured such material breach within forty-five (45) Business Days after the date that the Party seeking termination provides written notice of such material breach to the breaching Party. Such notice shall set forth the full details of the breach and state that the failure to cure such breach may result in termination. Either Party may terminate this Agreement if there exists a series of non-material or persistent breaches by the other Party, that, in the aggregate, have a material and significant adverse impact on the non-breaching Party; provided that the non-breaching Party provides the breaching Party with prior written notice of its belief that such series of non-material breaches have had, are having, or are reasonably likely to have a material and significant adverse impact on the non-breaching Party and further provided that the non-breaching Party provides the breaching Party with forty-five (45) Business Days, during which such non-material breaches must be cured.

Termination by Cellnet for Nonpayment. Cellnet may terminate this Agreement in the event that Laclede, during two (2) consecutive months or three (3) or more times during any Contract Year, fails to pay any invoice for the Fees when due, provided that Laclede has not cured any such payment default within twenty (20) Business Days after the date that Cellnet provides written notice to Laclede of such payment default.

Termination for MIU System Failure. It shall be deemed to be a material breach of this Agreement by Cellnet, for purposes of Section 11.1(a), if more than two percent (2%) of either the first 5,000 or 30,000 MIUs installed on Activated Meters fail to provide daily automated meter reads on an average basis over the total number of calendar days of the first full calendar month following the installation of such 5,000 or 30,000 Mills, respectively, and such failure is not cured during the following forty five (45) Business Days. In the event of such a material breach by Cellnet, Laclede may avail itself of the remedies contained in this Article 11.

Termination for Insolvency. Either Party may terminate this Agreement on written notice to the other if the other Party becomes an Insolvent Entity. In the event of the bankruptcy of Cellnet pursuant to the Bankruptcy Code and an attendant rejection of this Agreement or any license or assignment granted hereunder pursuant to Section 365 thereof, the Parties intend that the provisions of the Bankruptcy Code shall apply.

Suspension of Performance. In addition to the foregoing, after expiration of the applicable cure period described in Section 11.1(a) or 11.1(b) above, a non-defaulting Party may, without terminating this Agreement, suspend performance of its obligations under this Agreement for such period of time as the non-defaulting Party deems appropriate in its sole discretion to give the defaulting Party an additional opportunity to cure. The non-defaulting Party may terminate this Agreement at any time during such suspension by providing thirty (30) Business Days written notice to the other Party.

Removal of MIUs. Unless otherwise agreed by the Parties, if this Agreement is terminated as a result of breach, then in the event of a Laclede breach, Laclede shall be responsible for the cost of removal of the MIUs installed on Laclede property. In the event of a Cellnet breach, Cellnet shall be responsible for the commercially reasonable cost of removal of the Mills; provided that if the removal occurs in connection with deployment of any replacement system, then

Return of Confidential Information, Trade Secrets and Cellnet Property. Upon the termination of this Agreement by either Party for any reason, each Party shall return to the other any Confidential Information of the other Party in its possession or, with the consent of the Disclosing Party, shall destroy the same and certify such destruction to the Disclosing Party. Additionally, upon the termination of this Agreement, Laclede shall return to Cellnet the handheld units provided during the Initial Fixed Network Deployment Phase.

Survival of Rights and Licenses. Upon termination of this Agreement by either Party, all rights and licenses granted hereunder, except for those necessary to perform Transition Services as specified in Section 11.3(d) below or as specified elsewhere in this Agreement, shall terminate.

Transition Services.

Transition Services. Upon expiration or earlier termination of this Agreement (except due to the termination by Cellnet pursuant to Section 11.1(a) or (b)), the Parties agree they will cooperate to assist in the orderly transfer of performance of the AMR Services to a new service provider selected by Laclede (the "Transition Services"). Without limiting the generality of the foregoing, Cellnet shall provide Laclede and its

Payment During Transition. Laclede and Cellnet shall negotiate in good faith to reach agreement on the fees for the AMR Services during the provision of Transition Services; provided that if the parties are not able to reach agreement, then Laclede shall pay Cellnet (A) the then-effective per-read fee for the AMR services as set forth in Section 2.3(a) for AMR Services rendered before the fifteenth (15) anniversary of the Effective Date, and/or (B) $.995 per read for the AMR Services as set forth in Section 2.3(a) for AMR Services rendered on or after the fifteenth anniversary of the Effective Date. If the Agreement was terminated for any reason other than Cellnet's default, Laclede shall pay Cellnet for the Transition Services in accordance with Cellnet's then current rates for professional services.

Assets for Transition Services. In the event of early termination of this Agreement for any reason other than breach by Laclede, then Laclede shall be entitled to contract with a new service provider for the provision of the AMR Services during the Transition Period and, in connection therewith, to the use of the MIUs and the non-exclusive use of the MCCs, NOC, Programming Software or other components of the Fixed Network owned, leased, or licensed by Cellnet and used by Cellnet in providing the AMR Services, subject to Cellnet's prior written consent, which consent shall not be unreasonably withheld or delayed.

Laclede Termination Damages. In the event Laclede terminates this Agreement after a breach by Cellnet, Cellnet shall pay Laclede its actual damages.

Cellnet Termination Damages. In the event Cellnet terminates this Agreement after a breach by Laclede, Laclede shall pay to Cellnet its actual damages.

Intellectual Property Indemnification. Cellnet, at its own expense, shall indemnify, defend and hold harmless, Laclede and its Affiliates, directors, officers, employees, agents, successors and assigns and defend any action brought against same with respect to any claim, demand, cause of action, debt, liability, damage, cost, loss or expense, including, without limitation, reasonable attorney's fees and expenses, arising out of any claim that any services, system, apparatus, equipment, component, method, process, information, data (other than Laclede Gas Data or Fixed Network Data) or design furnished by Cellnet and/or its subcontractors (collectively, "Cellnet Materials"), in connection with the provision of AMR Services hereunder by Cellnet, infringes or violates any patent, copyright, trade secret, license or other proprietary right of any third party.

Personal Injury and Property Damage Indemnification. Cellnet agrees to take, and cause its employees, subcontractors, and agents to take, all commercially reasonable precautions to prevent injury to any persons (including, without limitation, employees, agents and customers of Laclede) or damage to property (including, without limitation, Laclede's property) and shall indemnify, hold harmless and defend Laclede and its Affiliates, directors, officers, employees, agents, successors and assigns from and, against any and all suits, actions, damages, claims, fines, penalties, administrative or regulatory actions, costs, losses, expenses (including, without limitation, settlement awards and reasonable attorney's fees), and the liabilities, costs and/or expenses arising from or in connection with any claim of injuries to person or damage to property

Cellnet, at its own expense, shall indemnify, defend and hold Laclede harmless from and against any assessment, penalty or fee charged to or assessed against Laclede by the PSC or a court of competent jurisdiction to the extent that such assessment penalty or fee is a result of Cellnet's failure to provide AMR Services in accordance with the terms and conditions of this Agreement, and Laclede may setoff any such amount against amounts owed by Laclede to Cellnet under this Agreement.

Indemnity by Laclede. Personal Injury and Property Damage Indemnification. Laclede agrees to take, and cause its employees and agents to take, all commercially reasonable precautions to prevent injury to any persons (including, without limitation, employees and agents of Cellnet) or damage to property (including, without limitation, Cellnet's property) and shall indemnify, hold harmless and defend Cellnet and its Affiliates, directors, officers, employees, agents, successors and assigns from and against any and all suits, actions, damages, claims, fines, penalties, administrative or regulatory actions, costs, losses, expenses (including, without limitation, settlement awards and reasonable attorney's fees), and the liabilities, costs and/or expenses arising from or in connection with any claim of injuries to person or damage to property resulting from or arising out of any act, omission, or negligence on the part of Laclede or its agents or employees in the performance or failure to perform any obligation under this Agreement.

Procedures. In connection with any claim for indemnification, the Party seeking indemnification ("indemnitee") shall give prompt notice to the Party providing indemnification under this Section 12.1 ("indemnitor") of the assertion of any claim, or the commencement of any suit, action or proceeding in respect of which indemnity may be sought under this Article 12; provided that the failure to give such notice shall not affect the rights of such indemnitee except and only to the extent the indemnitor is prejudiced by such failure. In the event that any third party claim covered by this Article 12 is asserted, and the indemnitee notifies the indemnitor in accordance with this Section 12.1(c), the indemnitor will be entitled to participate therein and assume control of the defense thereof by notice to the indemnitee. The indemnitee may participate in the defense of such third party claim at its own expense. The indemnitee shall cooperate with the indemnitor in such defense. The indemnitor shall not be liable for any settlement of any claim,

Liability. EXCEPT FOR LIABILITY ARISING UNDER ARTICLE 9 OR ARTICLE 12, IN NO EVENT WILL EITHER PARTY'S LIABILITY TO THE OTHER PARTY EXCEED TWELVE MILLION FIVE HUNDRED THOUSAND DOLLARS ($12,500,000) ["LIABILITY CAP"]. ON THE FIRST DAY OF EACH CONTRACT YEAR (EXCLUDING THE FIRST CONTRACT YEAR) DURING THE TERM, THE LIABILITY CAP SHALL AUTOMATICALLY INCREASE BY A PERCENTAGE THAT IS EQUAL TO THE PERCENTAGE INCREASE, IF ANY, IN THE CONSUMER PRICE INDEX (AS HEREINAFTER DEFINED) FROM THAT LAST PUBLISHED ON THE FIRST DAY OF THE IMMEDIATELY PRECEDING CONTRACT YEAR TO THAT LAST PUBLISHED ON THE FIRST DAY OF THE THEN-CURRENT CONTRACT YEAR. THE CONSUMER PRICE INDEX MEANS THE CONSUMER PRICE INDEX FOR ALL URBAN CONSUMERS-ST. LOUIS, MO-IL-ALL ITEMS (1982-84=100), PUBLISHED BY THE BUREAU OF LABOR STATISTICS OF THE UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF LABOR, OR IN THE EVENT OF DISCONTINUANCE OF THAT INDEX OR SUBSTANTIAL CHANGE IN THE FORMULA BY WHICH THAT INDEX IS DETERMINED, THEN THE PUBLISHED INDEX MOST CLOSELY APPROXIMATING THAT INDEX AS THAT INDEX IS DETERMINED AS OF THE DATE OF THIS AGREEMENT. IN NO EVENT SHALL THE AMOUNT OF THE LIABILITY CAP FOR ANY CONTRACT YEAR BE LESS THAN THE AMOUNT OF THE LIABILITY CAP FOR THE PREVIOUS CONTRACT YEAR.

Damages. EXCEPT FOR LIABILITY ARISING UNDER ARTICLE 9, THE PARTIES AGREE THAT IN NO EVENT SHALL EITHER PARTY BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, EXEMPLARY, CONSEQUENTIAL OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES (INCLUDING LOST PROFITS), DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY, RELATING TO OR ARISING OUT OF THIS AGREEMENT REGARDLESS OF THE FORM OF ACTION, WHETHER IN CONTRACT, TORT (INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE), STRICT LIABILITY OR OTHERWISE, AND WHETHER OR NOT SUCH DAMAGES WERE FORESEEN OR UNFORESEEN.

Independent Contractor. Each Party to this Agreement is an independent contractor; nothing in this Agreement shall be construed to create a partnership, joint venture or agency relationship between the Parties. Nothing in this Agreement shall be interpreted

Insurance. Prior to the commencement of any work under this Agreement, Cellnet will obtain, and maintain during the entire Term, insurance in the following minimum amounts and types:

Commercial or Comprehensive General Liability Insurance for bodily injury and property damage of not less than Five Million Dollars ($5,000,000) for each occurrence and Fifteen Million Dollars ($15,000,000) in the aggregate.

Workers' Compensation Insurance that in all respects complies with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations. Cellnet covenants and agrees with Laclede that Cellnet will carry workers' compensation insurance in such amount and in such form, and containing such provisions, as shall protect both Laclede and Cellnet from all claims, demands, suits, actions, causes of action and judgments of any actual or alleged agents or employees of Cellnet resulting from or arising out of any work performed under or by virtue of this Agreement.

Employer Liability Insurance with limits of not less than Five Million Dollars ($5,000,000) per occurrence.

Business automobile liability insurance that applies to all owned, non-owned, hired and leased vehicles used by Cellnet and/or its employees, subcontractors or agents in connection with this Agreement. Business automobile liability insurance shall be provided with a minimum of Three Million Dollars ($3,000,000) combined single limit per occurrence.

The policy limits set forth above may be met through an umbrella liability insurance policy.

Commercial or Comprehensive General Liability Insurance for bodily injury and property damage of not less than Five Million Dollars ($5,000,000) for each occurrence and Fifteen Million Dollars ($15,000,000) in the aggregate.

Workers' Compensation Insurance that in all respects complies with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations in such amount and in such form, and containing such provisions, as shall protect Laclede, Cellnet and Cellnet's subcontractor from all claims, demands, suits, actions, causes of action and judgments of any actual or alleged agents or employees of Cellnet's subcontractor resulting from or arising out of any work performed under or by virtue of this Agreement.

Employer Liability Insurance with limits of not less than Five Million Dollars ($5,000,000) per occurrence.

Business automobile liability insurance that applies to all owned, non-owned, hired and leased vehicles used by Cellnet's subcontractor and/or its employees, subcontractors or agents in connection with this Agreement. Business automobile liability insurance shall be provided with a minimum of Three Million Dollars ($3,000,000) combined single limit per occurrence.

The policy limits set forth above may be met through an umbrella liability insurance policy.

Policy Provisions. All of the aforesaid insurance shall include Laclede as an additional insured (excluding the coverage described in Section 18.2), be endorsed to be primary and without right of contribution from any insurance that Laclede may have in effect and be written by one or more insurance companies that is or are (i) licensed and authorized to do business in the State of Missouri, and (ii) rated A — VIII or higher by A.M. Best Company. All policies shall contain a provision that the insurance company will provide Laclede with written notice of any cancellation of, or modification to, the policy. The consent of Laclede to the amount of insurance specified shall not be considered as a limitation of Cellnet's liability under this Agreement nor an agreement by Laclede to assume liability in excess of said amount or for risks not insured against. Cellnet shall provide proof of the above-described insurance to Laclede annually on or before the first day of each Contract Year.

Periodic Review of Policy Limits. On or about the fifth (5^th) and tenth (10^th) anniversaries of the Effective Date, Cellnet and Laclede shall review and discuss the continuing adequacy of the limits of the various insurance policies required by this Article 18. In connection with this review, the parties shall consider, among other things, whether the policy limits are adequate in light of actual loss experience and/or whether the limits are equal to, or greater than, limits that are ordinary and customary in the automated meter reading industry. To the extent the limits are determined to be inadequate based on either of these factors, or any other factors deemed relevant in the reasonable judgment of the parties, Cellnet shall increase such policy limits accordingly; provided that Cellnet shall be required to obtain such increased coverage only to the

Any dispute between the Parties either with respect to the interpretation of any provision of this Agreement or with respect to the performance by Cellnet or by Laclede hereunder shall be resolved as specified in this Section 19.1.

Upon the written request of either Party to the other Party ("Written Request"), a dispute shall be discussed by the Parties. The Parties shall meet as often as necessary to gather and furnish to each Party all information with respect to the matter at issue that is appropriate and germane in connection with its resolution. The Parties shall discuss the problem and negotiate in good faith in an effort to resolve the dispute without the necessity of any formal proceeding relating thereto.

If the dispute is not resolved within thirty (30) days after the date of the Written Request, then the dispute shall be escalated to a Vice President of Laclede and the Chief Operating Officer of Cellnet for their review within forty-five (45) days after the date of the Written Request.

If the dispute is not resolved as described in (c) above within sixty (60) days after the date of the Written Request, the dispute will be referred to mandatory mediation with the American Arbitration Association ("AAA") or other organization mutually agreeable to the Parties, at a mutually agreed location in St. Louis, Missouri. The Parties will agree upon the selection of a particular mediator as soon as reasonably practical, but failing such agreement within thirty (30) days after the issue is referred for mediation, the mediator will be selected by AAA. Any mediator so selected shall have substantial experience in the area of information technology infrastructure outsourcing and the energy industry.

With the exception of applications to courts of competent jurisdiction for injunctive relief or any dispute relating to intellectual property rights, the Parties stipulate that the submission of disputes to mediation as provided in this Section 19.1, and mediation pursuant thereto, shall be a condition precedent to any suit, action or proceeding instituted in any court or before any administrative tribunal with respect to such dispute. The mediation provisions hereof shall, with respect to any dispute arising out of this Agreement, survive the termination or expiration of this Agreement.

The Parties shall use reasonable effort to set the date of the mediation within sixty (60) days after selection of the mediator but in no event shall the mediation be set

Continued Performance. So long as Laclede continues to pay Cellnet the Fees for the AMR Services in accordance with the terms of this Agreement, the Parties agree to continue performing their respective obligations under this Agreement while the dispute is being resolved, unless and until such obligations are terminated or expire in accordance with the provisions of this Agreement.

Cooperation by Cellnet and Laclede. Both Cellnet and Laclede shall cooperate with each other to facilitate performance of the AMR Services and Laclede's operations affected by Cellnet and shall each timely provide information to the other as required for each to perform its responsibilities regarding the AMR Services.

Meetings and Presentations. Cellnet shall, at Laclede's request, at no additional charge: (a) accompany Laclede to any meetings with the PSC and/or Office of Public Counsel (OPC), or other regulatory agencies to explain the technology that is the subject of this Agreement and provide any written information that may be requested by these agencies in connection with these meetings or otherwise; and (b) demonstrate the technology that is the subject of this Agreement to the PSC and/or OPC or other regulatory agency; provided, however, that after the Deployment Deadline, Cellnet shall not, without its consent, be required to spend more than twenty (20) hours per annum performing these services.

No Solicitation of Employees. During the Term and for 12 months after the expiration or earlier termination of this Agreement, neither Party to this Agreement shall solicit or otherwise seek to hire, whether as an employee or consultant, any persons employed by the other Party. Notwithstanding the foregoing, either Party shall have the right to hire as an employee or consultant any such person who approaches such Party for employment or who responds to a general advertisement soliciting employees.

Publicity. Within four (4) days after the Effective Date, the Parties shall prepare and release a mutually acceptable press release announcing this Agreement and/or the Parties' contemplated business relationship. As an obligation of this Agreement, each Party agrees that it will not, without the prior written consent of the other in each instance: (i) use the name, trade name, trademark, trade device, service mark, logo, symbol or any abbreviation, contraction or simulation thereof, owned by the other Party (the "Marks") in any advertising, marketing, promotional materials, publicity, press release, references, internet posting or otherwise, or (ii) represent, directly or indirectly, that any product or service offered by any Party has been approved or endorsed by the other. These obligations will survive the expiration or other termination of this Agreement.

Entire Agreement. This Agreement and the Exhibits referenced herein constitute the entire agreement of the Parties with regard to the services and matters addressed therein, and all prior agreements, letters, proposals, discussions and other documents regarding the services and the matters addressed in the Agreement are superseded and merged into this Agreement. Amendments and modifications to this Agreement may not be made orally, but shall only be made by a written document signed by an authorized representative of each Party. Any terms and conditions varying from this Agreement on any order or written notification from either Party shall not be effective or binding on the other Party.

Force Majeure. Neither Party shall be liable for any default or delay in the performance of its obligations hereunder if and to the extent and while such default or delay is caused, directly or indirectly, by a Force Majeure Event. If a Force Majeure Event occurs, the non-performing Party will be excused from any further performance or observance of the obligation(s) so affected for as long as such circumstances prevail and such Party continues to use commercially reasonable efforts to recommence performance or observance whenever and to whatever extent possible without delay. Any Party so delayed in its performance will immediately notify the other by telephone and describe at a reasonable level of detail the circumstances causing such delay (to be confirmed in writing within twenty-four (24) hours after the inception of such delay). If any delay on the part of either Party resulting from a Force Majeure Event exceeds sixty (60) days, the other Party shall have the right to terminate this Agreement on notice to the delayed Party.

Waiver. No waiver of any breach of any provision of this Agreement shall constitute a waiver of any prior, concurrent or subsequent breach of the same or any other provisions hereof.

Counterparts. This Agreement may be executed in counterparts. Each such counterpart shall be an original and together shall constitute but one and the same document.

Notices. All notices required to be sent under this Agreement, including notices of address changes, shall be sent by registered or certified mail, return receipt requested, by nationally recognized overnight delivery service or courier, or by facsimile. Notice to each Party shall be sent to the contacts listed below or as otherwise identified by the Parties in writing pursuant to this Section:

Laclede Gas Company

Laclede Gas Company

Laclede Gas Company

Cellnet Technology, Inc.

Cellnet Technology, Inc.
Attn: General Counsel
30000 Mill Creek Avenue
Suite 100

No Third Party Beneficiaries. Except as expressly provided herein, the Parties do not intend, nor will any Section hereof be interpreted, to create any third party beneficiary rights with respect to either of the Parties.

Consents and Approvals. The Parties agree that in any instance where a consent, approval, acceptance or agreement is required or contemplated of a Party under this Agreement in order for the other Party to perform under or comply with the terms and conditions of this Agreement, then such Party will, unless otherwise provided, not unreasonably withhold or delay such consent, approval, acceptance or agreement and where consent, approval or agreement cannot be provided, the Party shall notify the other Party in a timely manner. In addition, each Party agrees to act reasonably and in good faith in respect to all other matters relating to or arising out of this Agreement.

Taxes. Cellnet shall be solely responsible for all federal, state and local income taxes assessed in connection with the provision of the services described in this Agreement. Cellnet shall be responsible for all sales and use taxes imposed in connection with the use or provision of the AMR Services, as well as personal property or similar taxes imposed in connection with the MIUs.

Headings. All headings herein and the table of contents are not to be considered in the construction or interpretation of any provision of this Agreement. This Agreement was drafted with the joint participation of both Parties and shall be construed neither against nor in favor of either, but rather in accordance with the fair meaning thereof.

Survival. All provisions of this Agreement relating to liability, warranties, indemnities, confidentiality, or non-disclosure, and the provisions of Articles 5, 19 and 20 and Section 11.3 of this Agreement, shall survive the expiration or termination of this Agreement.

Time is of the Essence. Time is of the essence in this Agreement. Both parties shall work diligently to perform their respective obligations under this Agreement in a timely and expedient manner. Subject to the occurrence of a Force Majeure Event and any applicable cure period specified herein, in cases in which time deadlines are established for the performance of specific activities, these deadlines shall be treated as outer time limits for the parties' performance and not as target dates for performance. In all cases, the parties shall use reasonable effort to complete activities as soon as practicable.