CHAPTER 118: GAMBLING

Section

   118.01   Purpose

   118.02   Adoption of state statutes and rules

   118.03   Permit approval required

   118.04   Applications

   118.05   Regulations and restrictions

   118.06   City fund contribution

   118.07   Permit denial or revocation

   118.99   Penalty

§ 118.01 PURPOSE.

   To ensure that charitable gambling in the city is conducted by organizations licensed or exempt from licensing under Minnesota Statutes and that the proceeds from such gambling are used primarily for the betterment of the residents and businesses of the community. These restrictions shall be no less restrictive than Minnesota Statutes or regulations and shall apply to all forms of lawful gambling.

(Ord. 2014-02, passed 4-14-2014)

§ 118.02 ADOPTION OF STATE STATUTES AND RULES.

   The provisions of M.S. §§ 349.11 through 349.23, and rules adopted pursuant to the authority contained in such statutes, are hereby adopted by reference and are incorporated in this chapter as completely as if set out in full.

(Ord. 2014-02, passed 4-14-2014)

§ 118.03 PERMIT APPROVAL REQUIRED.

   It is unlawful for any organization to conduct lawful gambling in the city without a permit approved annually by the city council.

(Ord. 2014-02, passed 4-14-2014)

§ 118.04 APPLICATIONS.

   (A)   Applications to conduct lawful gambling shall be considered and approved by the council at regular meetings.

   (B)   Only applications submitted by eligible organizations will be considered for approval by the Council.

   (C)   An investigative fee may be required in accordance with M.S. § 349.16, Subd 8. The fee shall be in the amount set forth in the current city fee schedule.

(Ord. 2014-02, passed 4-14-2014)