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Sisters Rodeo Association President Resigns Amid Misconduct Allegations
Board accepts Scott Talerico's resignation following claims of inappropriate professional conduct
Apr. 15, 2026 at 12:00am
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The resignation of the Sisters Rodeo Association president amid misconduct allegations raises questions about the future of the longstanding community event.Sisters TodayThe board president of the Sisters Rodeo Association, Scott Talerico, has resigned amid a controversy over allegations of inappropriate professional conduct toward workers and vendors. The board acknowledged the seriousness of the claims and said Talerico's resignation was the best path forward to prioritize the integrity and reputation of the 87-year-old rodeo event.
Why it matters
The Sisters Rodeo is a longstanding community event that brings tourism to the town, and the resignation of the board president amid misconduct allegations raises concerns about the event's future and the leadership of the organization. The situation highlights the importance of accountability and integrity in community organizations.
The details
The board's announcement stated that Talerico's resignation came following "formal claims that have been alleged, asserting inappropriate professional conduct." The board said it has a duty to operate with accountability and integrity. Two independent contractors, a bookkeeper, and a social media manager, abruptly terminated their association with the rodeo, and the bookkeeper, Taylie Hammack, brought a formal complaint against Talerico. A past director of the rodeo, Brian Witt, expressed serious concerns about the legal and reputational risks to the organization.
- On April 11, 2026, the Board of Directors informed association members that Talerico had resigned, and the board had accepted it.
- The board discussed the matter at meetings on March 31 and April 7, 2026.
The players
Scott Talerico
The former board president of the Sisters Rodeo Association who resigned amid allegations of inappropriate professional conduct.
Taylie Hammack
The bookkeeper for the Sisters Rodeo Association who brought a formal complaint against Talerico.
Brian Witt
A retired Portland attorney and past director of the Sisters Rodeo Association who expressed serious concerns about the legal and reputational risks to the organization.
Sisters Rodeo Association
The organization that runs the 87-year-old Sisters Rodeo event in Sisters, Oregon.
What they’re saying
“Scott Talerico's resignation comes following formal claims that have been alleged, asserting inappropriate professional conduct by Scott Talerico. Scott has indicated to us that his resignation is intended to prioritize the integrity and ongoing reputation and operations of Sisters Rodeo.”
— Sisters Rodeo Association Board
“I have reviewed the written claim asserted by Taylie Hammock along with documentation supporting her claim. The claims made are very serious and clearly this incident raises legal risks and very serious reputation risk for SRA (Association). It is important the Board appreciates the seriousness of this matter and your responsibility to mitigate risk to SRA. This is not a situation of two sides to a story nor a he said or she said matter. The written claim asserted is real and the resulting risks could cause serious damage to the Association. It is your job to take responsive action to address and minimize these risks.”
— Brian Witt, Retired Portland Attorney and Past Director of Sisters Rodeo Association
“This is an unfortunate event, but I am truly encouraged by the dedication of our Board of Directors and members who are stepping up to ensure the Rodeo continues to be its very best. I urge the Sisters community to continue supporting this legendary event. It was originally created to bring tourism to our town, and it will undoubtedly continue to do so for years to come. The Sisters Rodeo Association is strong rodeo family, and I am confident it will succeed in making this Rodeo the best it can be. The performances will continue to sell out, as they have in years past, and it will remain the fun, high-quality event we all know and love.”
— Patty Cordoni, Past Sisters Rodeo President
What’s next
The board is working to ready the 87th annual Sisters Rodeo, which is less than two months away, amid the leadership change.
The takeaway
The resignation of the Sisters Rodeo Association president amid misconduct allegations underscores the importance of accountability and integrity in community organizations. While the future of the longstanding event is uncertain, the board's commitment to addressing the issues and ensuring the rodeo's continued success is encouraging.
