COPY: UPRA Governance and Election Process

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Who comprises the Executive Committee of the Association?

President, Secretary, Rough Stock Director, several contest Directors, and an at large member

General Manager, Timed Event Director, Secretary, and an appointed member

President, Vice-President, General Manager/Treasurer, Rough Stock Director, Timed Event Director, and a member appointed by the Board (correct)

Vice-President, Rough Stock Director, and two contest Directors

How many Directors are there representing the contest events sanctioned by the Association?

10

6

8 (correct)

12

What is the primary method of voting in the election process?

Telephone interviews

In-person voting at designated locations

Online polling

United States mail verified by member signature (correct)

Which position takes over the President's duties in their absence?

Vice-President Signup and view all the answers

What must a member do to submit a potential spokesman or coordinator?

Submit a written name to the Association Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the duties of the Spokesman in the Association?

Promote and service UPRA rodeos Signup and view all the answers

What is the time frame for publishing the notice of nomination and voting ballots?

30 days before the official publication Signup and view all the answers

What role does the Secretary hold in meetings of the Executive Committee?

Takes the minutes of the meetings Signup and view all the answers

What is the annual cost of obtaining a UPRA non-contestant card?

$75 Signup and view all the answers

What happens if a producer fails to ensure that their contract personnel have a UPRA card?

They will be fined $100 for each violation Signup and view all the answers

Under what condition can a UPRA member attain a lifetime membership?

By serving two terms for four years as an Officer/Director Signup and view all the answers

What must contestants do if a rainout occurs during the performance they are competing in?

Draw out by informing the rodeo Secretary that night Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of votes is required for contestants to decide whether to contest during a rainout?

51% Signup and view all the answers

What is the minimum notice period for a rodeo application to receive sanction from UPRA?

60 days Signup and view all the answers

What fine is imposed on members who misuse their UPRA membership card for unauthorized entry?

$50 Signup and view all the answers

What type of passes are issued at the discretion of the rodeo management?

Official and labor passes Signup and view all the answers

What happens if the wrong calf is given to a contestant?

The contestant receives the correct calf and the time on the incorrect animal is disregarded. Signup and view all the answers

What should a contestant do if their animal does not cross the score line, and it is not their fault?

Declare themselves and receive a rerun with no penalties. Signup and view all the answers

What is the penalty for failing to draw stock using poker chips at a rodeo?

$250.00 for the first violation, escalating with further violations. Signup and view all the answers

What should occur if a contestant declares themselves after their animal does not perform correctly?

They receive a rerun with a new animal. Signup and view all the answers

How should animals be drawn for performance in rodeos?

Using poker chips labeled with stock numbers. Signup and view all the answers

What must be true about the branding of livestock for a rodeo?

All stock must be branded with a legible number with no duplicates. Signup and view all the answers

What action is taken if a flag judge misses a flag on a contestant?

The contestant can run again. Signup and view all the answers

What are the rules regarding unused animals after a misdraw?

All unused animals below the misdraw can be redrawn. Signup and view all the answers

What position does the flag man take in Steer Wrestling?

On the left-hand side of the timed event box Signup and view all the answers

What happens if a contestant fails to inform the secretary they need to split their drawn horse?

They face a $25.00 fine Signup and view all the answers

When does stock officially belong to a contestant?

Once they call for the stock Signup and view all the answers

What is the penalty for a cattle pusher who leaves the mouth of the chute before the animal crosses the score line?

A $25.00 fine Signup and view all the answers

What must happen if a contestant is incorrectly given the wrong calf?

The contestant receives the correct calf and the time of the incorrect calf is disregarded Signup and view all the answers

What is the penalty for tampering with competition livestock?

Immediate disqualification from the current rodeo Signup and view all the answers

What happens if a contestant turns out stock?

They will be disqualified in all events for the remainder of the rodeo Signup and view all the answers

Under what condition can a contestant not be disqualified for rowdy behavior?

If the altercation happens outside the rodeo grounds Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum width for rigging at the handhold or freak that a rider can use?

10 inches Signup and view all the answers

What must be on the entire underside of the Bareback rigging next to the animal?

Leather covering pad Signup and view all the answers

Which situation would cause a rider to be disqualified at the chute?

Rider with a hand in rigging while being pulled Signup and view all the answers

Under what condition can a rider request a re-ride after a broken flank?

As long as a qualified ride is made Signup and view all the answers

What happens if a contestant is not ready above the animal when notified they are next to ride?

They are disqualified Signup and view all the answers

When does the timing start during the ride?

When the horse leaves the chute with the inside shoulder Signup and view all the answers

What can riders use on their handholds and gloves?

Dry rosin or tape Signup and view all the answers

Who has the discretion to allow a re-ride if a rider is fouled at the chute?

The judges Signup and view all the answers