City Council Meeting Date: May 16, 2017
To: Mayor and City Council
City Administrator
From: Deb Little, City Clerk
Title
Approve application for premises permit for the Northfield Fire Relief Association at Froggy Bottoms River Pub
Body
Action Requested:
The Northfield City Council is being asked to consider the attached resolution approving a premises permit application for the Northfield Fire Relief Association to conduct gambling activities at Froggy Bottoms River Pub at 307 Water Street, Northfield.
Summary Report:
The Northfield Fire Relief Association is in the process of applying for a premises permit to conduct charitable gambling at Froggy Bottoms River Pub. Pursuant to Gambling Control Board procedures, part of the process includes obtaining city approval of the premises permit. The premises permit allows the Northfield Fire Relief Association to conduct gambling activities at Froggy Bottoms subject to the rules and regulations of the Minnesota Gambling Control Board. Effective July 1, 2009, the term of a premises permit is perpetual. The permit remains in effect until the organization terminates the site or the Gambling Control Board suspends or revokes the permit. Organizations are no longer required to renew premises permits every two years. Staff recommends approval.
Alternative Options:
N/A
Financial Impacts:
The City of Northfield receives a $30 fee for the premises permit.
Tentative Timelines:
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