The applicant agrees, as a condition of the City's approval of the alcohol exemption permit, to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless, at the applicant's sole expense, the City of Orange and its officers, agents, and employees from and against any claim, action, or proceeding brought against the City arising from or in connection with the approval or implementation of the alcohol exemption permit, excluding claims under CEQA, which is inapplicable to ministerial actions. The City will notify the applicant of any such claim or action and may participate in the defense thereof at the applicant's expense. The obligation shall remain in effect for the duration of the permit.