Important Related Info:
Section 1
FARMER’S MARKET SEASON AND FEE SCHEDULE
1.1 Season
The 2008 season is June 7 through September 6, 2008. The season can be extended by request of vendors, conditions permitting, and at the discretion of the Tenino Farmers Market Association Board.
1.2 Stall Fees
The daily stall fee is $15.00 and non-refundable.
1.3 Stall Payment – Non refundable
Opening Day:
Payment of $15 for Opening Day Market on June 7, 2008 must be made by May 1, 2008 and accompanied with the 2008 application.
All other Market days:
Payment of $15 stall rental fee shall be paid in full before Market opening at 10am. Vendors should make payment with checks payable to: Tenino Farmers Market.
Section 2
PRODUCT GUIDELINES
2.1 Licenses
All vendors must meet all state, county and local requirements. It is the vendor’s responsibility to have all necessary permits and business licenses at their booths each market; available for inspection by regulatory agencies. The Tenino Farmer Market does not maintain a Nursery License.
Section 3
REGULATORY POLICIES
3.1 Alcohol/Drugs
No alcohol (except that for sale by vendors) or drugs are permitted on the premises. If the Market Manager believes a vendor is intoxicated or under the influence of drugs, he/she has the authority to ask the vendor to leave the market immediately.
3.2 Discrimination
Members of the Market, Market employees and other persons selling at the Market or participating in Market functions, whether dealing with customers of the Market or with other Market members, shall not discriminate against any individual in regard to selling of products, hiring, promotion, discipline, or any other matters because of age, gender, race, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, or the presence of any physical, mental or sensory disability.
3.3 Firearms/Fireworks
No firearms or fireworks permitted on the premises.
3.4 Health Practices
All vendors must adhere to sanitary procedures as outlined by the Thurston County Environmental Health Department. Any vendor found selling contaminated foodstuffs or produce shall be suspended from selling operations until satisfactory clearance has been obtained from the Thurston County Environmental Health Department.
3.5 Labeling
Use of the word “organic” is restricted to those who have in fact, been so certified by the Department of Agriculture. All vendors are required to advertise truthfully and to respond to customers' questions in a like manner. Under State law, organic growers selling less than $5000 annually are not required to be certified to label their product “organic”.
3.6 Political/ Religious Activities
The Market is not a forum for political or religious activities. Permits will not be issued to persons or organizations wishing to campaign or proselytize.
3.7 Poultry/ Livestock
Poultry and livestock must be kept in cages. The cages will be kept clean and clean fresh water will be made available to animals throughout the market day.
3.8 Tobacco
Smoking and tobacco chewing are not allowed within the Market.
Section 4
COMPLAINTS/ APPEALS & DISCIPLINARY PROCEDURES
4.1 Enforcement of Market Policies
The Market Manager will determine if any vendor is failing to adhere to the policies set forth herein. Such failure will result as follows:
- 1st offense – verbal warning
- 2nd offense – written warning
- 3rd offense - expulsion from the market for that day**.
- 4th offense – expulsion from the market for remainder of the season**.
**The vendor is responsible for packing his/her product and belongings when asked to leave the market. If the vendor does not pack, the Market Manager has the authority to appoint others to help pack the vendor’s products and belongings. The Market Association will not be held liable for any damage caused during such packing. The vendor is legally responsible for any damage that might occur while being escorted out of the Market.
Section 5
STALL ASSIGNMENTS
5.1 General
By early February, the Market Manager will devise a market map/floor plan delineating general stall assignments and size by vendor category. This plan will provide optimal product mix throughout the market. The plan will be submitted to the Board for approval.
5.2 New Members
Newly approved vendors will be given stall assignment after returning vendors from the previous season.
Section 6
SET UP – LOADING AND UNLOADING
6.1 Failure to Show (Reserved and Scheduled vendors)
A reserved space which is not claimed before 9:30 a.m. may be reassigned to another vendor for that day. If a vendor with a reserved space does not plan to attend, he/she is required to notify the Market Manager one week before the Market.
6.2 Opt-Out Policy
If a vendor wishes to cancel his/her commitment to vend (for vendors with reserved locations) for the remainder of the season, a 2-week notice must be submitted in writing to the Market Manager.
6.3 Set-Up
On Market days, time prior to market opening is available for stall set-up by vendors. During this period, vendors may enter the market area for the purpose of readying their stall space for the day’s sales. Except for sales to other vendors, no sales are allowed during set-up time. Due to Market safety, vendors are required to remain completely set up in their stalls until market closing at 3 p.m.
6.4 Canopy and Table Set-Up/Take down
Vendors are responsible for the set up and take down of their equipment. Tables should be clean, sturdy, and raised off the ground. Vendors are responsible for their own equipment.
6.5 Signs
All vendors must have a sign at their Market site. The sign must have the business name, location and may include the business logo.
6.6 Stall Clean Up
Each vendor is responsible for cleaning his/her stall area (including tables and canopies) and removing their own boxes and garbage from the Market site.
Section 7
ACCEPTANCE GUIDELINES
7.1 Application
The TFM Board will review each application for approval.
Section 8
ENTERTAINMENT APPLICATION ACCEPTANCE GUIDELINES
8.1 Performer Registration
Contact the Market Music Coordinator Alfredo Gomez-Beloz at (360) 264-7018. Prospective performers must register with the Market Musicians Coordinator on their first visit to the Market. Performers will check in with the Market Manager each Saturday they wish to perform to receive their location assignments.
8.2 Donations
Performers cannot ask for money but may place a donation basket in one location. No passing of the hat or basket is permitted.
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