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ASTORIA SUNDAY MARKET VENDOR E-NEWS
Vendor Insurance Options & Info

Dear ASM Vendors,

I am writing about the Astoria Sunday Market’s new policy requiring vendor insurance, which may have come as a surprise to some of you. I want to make sure everyone knows that any new requirement that may add vendor costs is carefully researched and considered. In the case of vendor insurance, we are sincerely sorry to add this extra cost to those of you who do not already have insurance. Insurance is usual in almost all markets of our size, and it is necessary to protect ASM, all vendors, the City, and our customers in the event of an accident. At the end of this email is more information discussing reasons to require insurance and how it protects everybody, including you. Please feel free to reach out to me any time if you have additional questions.

As detailed in the application, the Market now requires each vendor to have a liability insurance policy with a $1M limit per occurrence and name the Market and others as additional insureds. Below, I have compiled several insurance resources specifically designed for craft, farm, and food vendors that will help you to get the insurance and rate that is most appropriate for you. These companies appear to have competitive rates. However, this is not an exclusive list, and feel free to shop other options as long as you meet the minimum requirements.

Thank you so much for being patient and understanding as we are adapting to a new organization/manager/pandemic. Just know that I will do everything I can to make sure this Market is a place that is supportive for you and your business.

*And remember, vendor insurance is not due until 2 weeks before you vend at the Market, so feel free to shop, talk to other people, and confirm your participation before purchasing.
OPTIONS FOR VENDOR INSURANCE

ACT (Artists, Crafters, Tradesman) Insurance
Specifically designed for craft vendors, including new craft vendors that may not want to commit to an annual payment. They currently quote policies that range from about $256.00-$365.00/year, depending on gross sales. You can also buy coverage of $49 for a weekend or $99 for 90 days.

Astoria Sunday Market has partnered directly with ACT. Just click the link below and their application will easily guide you through with autofilled ASM information including additionally insured. They will also automatically send me your insurance information, so you don’t have to deal with any paperwork. They also provide us with a $10 off group discount if you use the code: asm10.

Make sure to follow this particular link to sign up for ACT insurance: https://actinsurance.com/policy/buy/ai/MTYxOQ==.


FLIP (Food Liability Insurance Program) Insurance
Specifically designed for food businesses such as food and farm vendors, food trailers, and more. They currently quote policies that start at $299 for annual coverage.

Astoria Sunday Market is also directly partnered with FLIP, so we are an existing event that you can simply sign up with. Just click the link below and their application will easily guide you through with autofilled ASM information including additionally insured. They will also automatically send me your insurance information, so you don’t have to deal with the paperwork. They also provide us with a $10 off group discount if you use the code: asm10.

Make sure to follow this particular link to sign up for FLIP insurace: https://fliprogram.com/policy/buy/ai/MTYxOA==.


Campbell Risk Management Insurance
Campbell Risk Management has worked closely with the national Farmers Market Coalition to develop a National Farmers Market Vendor Liability Insurance Program. It provides $1,000,000 per occurrence in both commercial and product liability coverage with no deductible and a $2,000,000 annual aggregate limit. Premiums typically run from $275 to $425 per policy year, depending on gross annual farmers market sales. The policy includes coverage for all farmers markets at which a vendor sells and automatically covers the market as an additional insured (for no extra charge).


And please be in touch if you learn of other resources/insight that might be useful for your fellow vendors--I will share the information!
INFO ABOUT VENDOR INSURANCE
Above is an infographic about ACT's most common insurance claims.
Oregon Farmer's Market Association's (OFMA) insight on vendor insurance:
Farmer's Market Legal Toolkit insight on vendor insurance:

I am also planning a vendor webinar for the 1st week of March where we will go over this information and more together. I will send a follow-up about webinar soon. Please reach out any time with questions / comments / concerns and stay tuned for updates!

Warmly,
Shelby Meyers
Astoria Sunday Market and Promotions Manager
Astoria Downtown Historic District Association
(503) 440-7168
shelby@astoriadowntown.com