MISS HINCKLEY 2024 Release & Waiver of Liability Form Requirement Releases: Waiver of Liability

1.1  Contestant hereby releases, waives, discharges, and agrees not to sue the Organizer, volunteers, Hinckley Town, Hinckley Town employees, Hinckley Town Council, Hinckley Town Miss Hinckley Committee (collectively, “Releasees”), from all liability to Contestant.

1.2  Her successors, heirs, representatives, and assigns (collectively, “Releasors”) for any and all loss and/or damage, and/or property of, and/or demand therefore, on account of injury to the person and/or property of, and /or resulting in the death of, any Releasor, whether caused by the negligence of the Releasees or otherwise, while Contestant is participating in the Pageant, the Year of Service, and/or any event related thereto.

1.3  Contestant hereby agrees to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless each of the Releasees from and against any loss, liability, damage, or cost they may incur due to Contestant’s participation in the Pageant, the Year of Service, and/or any event related thereto, and whether caused by the negligence of the Releasees or otherwise.
Availability for Appearances and Events   Contestant agrees to make herself available for such personal appearances, interview, photographic and other commitments, and events related to the Year of Service that the Organizer has made and will make for the Contestant in its sole discretion.

The Miss Hinckley Royalty will be expected to help with the distribution of flyers and posters to promote the Hinckley Celebration and will appear at the following events:
Days of the Old West Parade, Delta
Days of the Old West Rodeo, Delta
4th of July Parade, Delta
Ute Stampede Parade, Nephi
Hinckley Pioneer Day Parade & Program, Hinckley
Hinckley Pioneer Day Rodeo Both Nights, Hinckley

Miss Hinckley is required to present a speech at the Hinckley Pioneer Day Program in the Park.  The Hinckley Pioneer Celebration appearances and requirements are mandatory.  Failure to fulfill them when asked will mean the forfeiture of the position in the royalty and the return of any funds and prizes provided by the Town of Hinckley.

Contestant understands and agrees that the Organizer shall determine the manner and method conducting the Pageant in its sole discretion. Contestant further understands and agrees that the Organizer shall also determine the time, method, and manner of judging the Pageant and selecting Miss Hinckley titleholders.  The decision of the judges is final and cannot be contested.  

The Organizer reserves the right to cancel the registration and/or terminate the service of any candidate whose behavior, actions or communications do not positively reflect the values of the Miss Hinckley Pageant.

I certify that I am eligible to be a candidate in the Miss Hinckley Pageant.

Age:
I am between the ages of 14 and 18 years of age during the Year of Service.

Residence:
I reside in West Millard County.

Personal Characteristics:
Contestant understands that in order to be eligible to compete in the Pageant, Contestant hereby certifies to the Personal Characteristics set forth in this section:

1.  Gender
Contestant is and has always been a female.

2.  Marital Status
Contestant is not now and has never been married.

3.  Parental Status
Contestant is not now and never has been pregnant and Contestant is not the adoptive parent of any child.

4.  Good Character
Contestant is of good moral character and has not been involved at any time in any act of moral turpitude.

5.  Criminal Record
Contestant has never been convicted of any criminal offense and there are no criminal charges presently pending against Contestant.

6.  Conduct
Contestant exemplifies appropriate conduct and is reasonably characterized as an honest, moral, and decent person.

7.  Substance Abuse
Contestant does not use or consume any illegal controlled dangerous substances or abuse the use of alcohol or other dangerous substances.

8.  Sportsmanship
Any Contestant, parent or family member confronting a judge in any un-sportsmanship like manner will be disqualified.

Dress Code:  The dress code for the Miss Hinckley Pageant will be:  A nice every day modest dress or skirt and blouse, a modest evening dress, and whatever is needed to comply with the Organizer.    

Competition Requirements:  The requirements for the Miss Hinckley competition will be:  Present a talent or a memorized speech (incorporating the 2024 Hinckley Celebration Theme), modeling, interview with judges, and answer an impromptu question.

Competition sign-up deadline:  Contestants must sign up for the competition by Wednesday, April 24, 2024, a meeting with parents be held at the Hinckley Town building on Thursday, April 25, 2024, at 7 pm.  Any girl not registered by April 24, 2024, will not be allowed to compete in this year’s competition.      
                
Contest Judging:  Scores will be tallied by the judges and a Town Council member.  The score sheets will consist of the following: Interview 35 points; Impromptu Question 35 points; Talent or speech 15 points; and Modeling 15 points, Score sheets will not be handed out to contestants. If you have any questions regarding a judge’s decision, ask them, that’s how we learn.

Grievance Committee:   A grievance committee (Hinckley Town Council) has been set up if you wish to lodge a complaint about the competition or the way it was run.  This will not change a judge’s decision but will allow you to air your complaints if you feel you have been treated unfairly.

Awards:
The Town of Hinckley will give Miss Hinckley the following prizes:
1.  A Tiara and banner.
2.  A $250.00 dress and clothing allowance.
The Town of Hinckley will give each attendant the following:
1.  A Tiara and banner.
2.  A $225.00 dress and clothing allowance.

Contractual and Other Obligations:
1.  Prior Contractual Commitments
Contestant does not have any legal obligations that would prevent or limit her participation in the Pageant or during the Year of Service, or Contestant’s compliance with the rules, regulation, and conditions of the Pageant.

2.  Other Competitions
If Contestant wins, Contestant agrees that she will continue to hold the title given until at least her successor is selected or appointed.