Salem Community Markets welcomes a diverse range of local and small businesses. Our markets are a unique blend of farmers, makers, artists, and artisans that provide a safe and fun environment for families to shop. We know it can be overwhelming to read through handbooks and applications, so we are here to help! If you need assistance while applying for our markets, please reach out to [email protected]
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>> HOLIDAY MARKET HANDBOOK
>> HOLIDAY MARKET HANDBOOK
Questions so far?
Email us at [email protected]
Standard Pop-up Canopies are NOT allowed, contact office for exception. See rental equipment below for those interested in completing
the frame structure. NOTE: They are not intended for weighted items.
NOTE: If your setup requires a canopy frame, a proposal for an exception is an option. You must contact and provide the proposal to the Executive Director PRIOR to December 1st.
the frame structure. NOTE: They are not intended for weighted items.
NOTE: If your setup requires a canopy frame, a proposal for an exception is an option. You must contact and provide the proposal to the Executive Director PRIOR to December 1st.
ALL VENDORS ARE REQUIRED TO CARRY A MINIMUM OF $1 MILLION DOLLAR GENERAL LIABILITY POLICY
*Exception: This does not apply to the Salem Holiday Market*
This is to protect the vendor and the market as a whole. Unfortunately, the market liability insurance cannot extend protection to vendor incident or products.
Some vendors are simply adding coverage onto their homeowners’ policy; however, many carriers do not allow that. Prices will vary depending upon your product. For those with arts & crafts, the price should be no more than $350 per year.
Here are a few tips when shopping for coverage – you are encouraged to shop around and be very clear with the person you are speaking with about what products you want covered.
Below is a list of resources other vendors have shared with us:
Artist and Craft Show Liability www.actinsurance.com
Pacific Risk Management www.leavitt.com/pacificrisk
Country Financial www.countryfinancial.com
Farmers Insurance www.farmers.com
Fiesta Event Insurance www.fiestaeventinsurance.com
Huggins Insurance www.huggins.com
Mutual of Enumclaw www.mutualofenumclaw.com
State Farm Insurance (Salem) www.statefarm.com
Some vendors are simply adding coverage onto their homeowners’ policy; however, many carriers do not allow that. Prices will vary depending upon your product. For those with arts & crafts, the price should be no more than $350 per year.
- Product Liability – covers claims related to the product the producer sells (i.e. typically includes fruits, vegetables, eggs, soaps, lotions, processed/prepared food, etc.).
- General Liability – covers claims that are not product related (i.e. shopper sues you because they trip over the bungee cord that ties down your tent and needs stitches).
Here are a few tips when shopping for coverage – you are encouraged to shop around and be very clear with the person you are speaking with about what products you want covered.
- Does the policy cover temporary structure (tent)?
- What types of products/incidents are covered?
- For example: a guest trips and falls in your booth. What kind of medical coverage do you have?
- Or: on a windy day your booth blows over into another vendor’s booth and damages their product. Is there coverage for their product?
- What types of incidents are not covered?
- Does my liability coverage extend to only 1 market, or to all markets I attend?
- Does my coverage extend to my employees & representatives and their actions?
Below is a list of resources other vendors have shared with us:
Artist and Craft Show Liability www.actinsurance.com
Pacific Risk Management www.leavitt.com/pacificrisk
Country Financial www.countryfinancial.com
Farmers Insurance www.farmers.com
Fiesta Event Insurance www.fiestaeventinsurance.com
Huggins Insurance www.huggins.com
Mutual of Enumclaw www.mutualofenumclaw.com
State Farm Insurance (Salem) www.statefarm.com
IF APPLICABLE:
Upload or Email Food Handler's Card or OLCC Server's Permit
You can upload a copy of your Food Handler's card or OLCC Server's Permit, or email us a copy
to [email protected]
Upload or Email Certified Kitchen or Food Processor License
You can upload a copy of your certified kitchen, food processor, Department of Agriculture or email
us a copy to [email protected]
Upload or Email Department of Agriculture license (nursery, farm direct products, etc)
You can upload a copy of your Department of Agriculture or email us a copy
to [email protected]
Upload or Email Scales Certificate
You can upload a copy of your scales certificate or email us a copy to
[email protected]
Upload or Email Tilth (Organic) Certificate
You can upload a copy of your Tilth certificate or email us a copy to
[email protected]
Oregon Cottage Food Law Resources
Oregon Cottage Food Law Exemptions
Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)
USDA Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program
Farm Direct Marketing information including direct sales at farmers markets, roadside stands, farm, agri-tourism, on-farm events, direct marketing for consumers, and requirements for specific commodities
Oregon Farm Direct Nutrition Program
(Seniors and WIC) and WIC Fruit & Veggie Vouchers
USDA Food and Drug Administration - Herbal FAQs
USDA Food and Drug Administration - Cosmetic, Soap, etc
Oregon Cottage Food Law Exemptions
Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)
USDA Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program
Farm Direct Marketing information including direct sales at farmers markets, roadside stands, farm, agri-tourism, on-farm events, direct marketing for consumers, and requirements for specific commodities
Oregon Farm Direct Nutrition Program
(Seniors and WIC) and WIC Fruit & Veggie Vouchers
USDA Food and Drug Administration - Herbal FAQs
USDA Food and Drug Administration - Cosmetic, Soap, etc
