Rules & Regulations:
The Paddock Farmers Market is a “producer-only” event. All products sold at the market must be grown, cooked, created, etc., by the vendor or immediate members of the vendor’s family. The vendor may be an employee of the producer
Items may not be purchased and resold for profit at the market
To make sure there is no over-saturation, items sold at the market are limited to two-per each type of item. (For example, if one vendor sells one type of bread, and another comes in with the same type of bread, those two vendors are allowed, but no other bakers will be asked to join the market unless their menus are completely different.)
The Paddock Farmers Market area is designated a non-smoking zone for the comfort and safety of all vendors and guests.
Vendors are only allowed to bring items that were approved on their application. Prior to introducing a new product, a vendor must complete the appropriate parts of the application form and be approved for the new product.
Produce and prepared items not grown, cooked, etc., at the address listed on the application cannot be sold at the market.
All vendors shall allow a Paddock Farmers Market representative to inspect their facility at a convenient, scheduled time.
Hold Harmless Clause: All authorized vendors participating in the Paddock Farmers Market shall be individually responsible for any loss, personal injury, death, and/or other damage that may occur as a result of the vendor’s negligence or that of its servants, agents, and employees. Because no insurance is provided to participants in the Paddock Farmers Market, each vendor is responsible for his/her own product liability insurance.
Each vendor is responsible for their guest and/or children. All children attending the market as guests MUST be accompanied by their parent/legal guardian at all times.
Each vendor is responsible for applying for the LA Sales Tax ID Number.
Each new vendor is responsible for applying for the LA Sales Tax Registration Account Number for St. Tammany Parish and with the State. Proof of application is required before acceptance to the market.
Farmers and producers of fruits, vegetables, grains, or meats selling directly to consumers are tax-exempt. Products sold are held under the Hold Harmless Clause in the case of loss, sickness, personal injury, death, and/or other damage that may occur during the market.
Vendors should inform the Market Manager if they will not be participating that Saturday. We understand that life happens, and there will be days you will not be able to attend. Please call Monique at (985)-705-1091
Booth Rental
Booth assignment is made at the discretion of the Market Manager. No guarantee is made that a booth will be reserved indefinitely for a vendor. The location determined for the vendor by the Market Manager is not subject to dispute.
Booth sizes are 10x10. You are required to provide your own table, tent, umbrella, seating, etc. All spaces are uncovered and open-air.
Sales Tax
Each vendor will operate as an individual business entity and, as such, each vendor is responsible for collecting his/her own local and state sales tax, where applicable.
FARMERS AND PRODUCERS
Farmers and producers of fruits, vegetables, grains, or meats selling direct to consumers are tax exempt.
LA SALES TAX REGISTRATION ACCOUNT NUMBER
Each new vendor is responsible for applying for LA Sales Tax Registration Account Number for St. Tammany Parish and with the State. Proof of application is required before acceptance to the market.
Parking & Unloading Procedures
You will unload and load near your spot, coming in on Leon Aly from Garfield St. Pull as close as possible to your spot & unload everything out of your vehicle by your spot. Move your vehicle to the vendor parking (off the corner of June St & Broadway St near the Giddy Up & Grow Community Garden). Park, walk back to your belongings, and bring them to your location to unpack and set up.
YOU MAY NOT PARK NEAR YOUR SPOT AND SET UP; YOU MUST UNLOAD, PARK, AND THEN SET UP.
Rent Prices
$20.00 Day Vendor
$80.00 Monthly Vendor, per 4-week month
$100.00 Monthly Vendor, per 5-week month
Rent Schedule
Rent of $80.00 per 4-week month ($100.00 per 5-week month) will be due on the 1st Saturday of the month.
If you do not pay the monthly fee on the 1st Market Saturday of the month, you will pay the $20.00 Day Vendor fee for each Saturday of the month. ALL WEEKLY PAYMENTS ARE DUE BY 4 PM ON THE THURSDAY BEFORE THE MARKET DAY, EITHER VIA VENMO CODE (GIVEN BY THE MARKET MANAGER) OR CASH/CHECK.
If the market manager decides to close the market on a Saturday due to severe weather (or any other unforeseen circumstance), you will be refunded for that day or credited for the next market.
Absence from the market for 2 consecutive weeks will result in a loss of the vendor's hold on being the designated vendor for their specific product. Loss of the designation will result in another vendor being brought in for that product.
Communication for absences due to attendance at other events must be communicated to me in writing (text or email) as soon as the vendor is confirmed for that outside event.
A vendor’s acceptance may be rescinded based on diminished quality of product, inconsistent attendance, or other significant reasons.
Rules & Regulations are subject to change at the discretion of the Market Manager.
Vendor Code of Conduct:
Vendors must act with honesty and respect. Their duties should be carried out in a manner that preserves and enhances public confidence in their integrity and the integrity of the market.
A. Conduct themselves courteously towards customers, vendors, and staff. Vendors are expected to represent the market positively at all times, INCLUDING SOCIAL MEDIA.
B. Show integrity and professionalism by adhering to the Paddock Farmers Market Rules and Regulations.
C. Treat the market as you would your business, not acting in a manner that is detrimental, disparaging, or negatively impactful towards other vendors.
D. Bring to the attention of the market manager any issues they believe will have an adverse effect on the market
E. Vendor Appearance & Booth Presentation
Vendors are expected to maintain a professional and welcoming appearance while participating in the market. All vendors and booth attendants must be dressed in smart casual attire that is clean, neat, and appropriate to the products or brand they represent. Clothing should reflect a professional image and contribute positively to the overall atmosphere of the market.
Vendor booths must be kept organized, clean, and visually appealing throughout market hours. Products should be displayed in an attractive and orderly manner, with pricing and business information clearly visible to customers. Booth signage should be professional, easy to read, and accurately identify the vendor and/or products being sold. The Market Manager reserves the right to request improvements to booth presentation if a display is deemed unsafe, excessively cluttered, or inconsistent with the standards of the market.
