CTBA August Magazine Now Online
The August 2020 issue of the California Thoroughbred magazine is now available for viewing online, courtesy of the California Thoroughbred Breeders’ Association. To access the full magazine, click here.
TOC General News
Racing at Del Mar During the Pandemic – Recording Available
On July 16, 2020, TOC hosted a well attended membership teleconference (over 200 attendees) to discuss the current situation at Del Mar, per the attached press release from Del Mar. You can find the recording below. Speakers:
Owners’ Per-Start Fee Increased in Response to Revenue Declines and Rising Workers’ Comp Costs
Arcadia, Calif. – The unfortunate combination of seven weeks of no live racing coupled with statewide increases in workers compensation costs have created a funding shortfall for the horse industry’s workers compensation program covering jockeys and backstretch workers that is operated by Post Time Self Insurance. As a result, Post Time has found it necessary … Read more
CTBA May Magazine Now Online
The May 2020 issue of the California Thoroughbred magazine is now available for viewing online, courtesy of the California Thoroughbred Breeders’ Association. To access the full magazine, click here.
Letter from Santa Anita
Attached is a letter from Santa Anita outlining their contingency plan for re-opening live racing on May 15. The condition book will be available on Santa Anita’s website within the next couple of days, at www.santaanita.com.
Summary of Benefits to Horse Owners Under the New Federal Covid-19 Legislation
Summary of Benefits to Horse Owners Under the New Federal Covid-19 Legislation All businesses are feeling economic hardship right now, and horse owners are no exception. Congress and the Trump Administration have provided several mechanisms to keep businesses afloat and provide some financial relief. Every business and every financial situation is unique, however, so it … Read more
Owner Update
April 24, 2020 During these difficult times, TOC continues to work with the CHRB, CTT, the Stronach Group and local and state authorities to get live racing re-started in California as soon as possible. To keep our members informed, we will provide regular updates. Update on Racing in Southern California Santa Anita met (virtually) with … Read more
Owner Update
While the coronavirus continues to wreak havoc across America, TOC is working collaboratively with the CHRB, CTT, and the Stronach Group in an effort to get live racing back and horses running in California as soon as possible. While it’s a big challenge, we will continue to fight the fight. In the meantime, to keep … Read more