1. A motion was put forward that Social Memberships be removed from Manilla Team Penning membership from immediately due to the fact that no benefit can be given to social members. Motion Passed
2. A motion was put forward that Manilla Team Penning Association Inc adopt a zero tolerance to bullying, intimidation and harassment. Memberships to be suspended immediately if member deemed to be in breach of zero tolerance bullying policy with review of membership at next monthly meeting. Motion Passed
3. A motion was put forward that a dress code will be added to the rules for safety purposes.
Appropriate boots to be worn
Collared Long Sleeve Shirt
Long Pants
Cap/Hat
Motion Passed
4. A motion was put forward that stallions are to be double tied (halter and collar) inside a high panel fence. Was also brought up that persons under 18 years of age are to be unable to handle stallions. Motion Passed
5. A motion was put forward that no dogs are to be brought to the team penning events. Motion Passed
6. A motion was put forward that a $50.00 per day hire fee to be asked for anyone outside of committee to use team penning trailer. It is also asked that there be approval of 3 committee members before giving permission for trailer to be used. Motion Passed
7. A motion was put forward that membership is to be prepaid via bank transfer at least one week prior to event. Motion Passed
8.A motion was put forward that food on team penning days is to be given to committee and volunteers only. Tickets are to be given by secretary and given to people serving BBQ. Motion Passed
9. A motion was put forward that nominations are to open two weeks prior to the event with nominations closing one week prior to event or when nominations are filled. Nominations are to be prepaid in one bank transfer per team and to be received one week prior to event. Competitor’s entry fees will be refunded if they are absent or withdraw from event after cattle are booked minus stock levy fee of $10.00 per person per day. Motion Passed
10. A motion was put forward that risk and rule signs are to be put on all entrances to the team penning arena. Motion Passed
11. A motion was put forward that Manilla Team Penning Association Inc adopt a zero-tolerance policy to animal cruelty.Any member deemed to be in breach of zero tolerance to cruelty policy by Manilla Team Penning Association Inc animal welfare officers to have membership suspended immediately with review of membership at next monthly meeting. Motion Passed