IV.3. Temporary On-Sale Liquor Licenses for the Hopkins Elks Lodge #2221; Domeier (CR2015-075)
July 7, 2015 Council Report 2015-075
Temporary On-Sale Liquor Licenses for the Hopkins Elks Lodge #2221
Proposed Action
Staff recommends adoption of the following motion: Move to approve the issuance of temporary
on-sale liquor licenses to the Hopkins Elk Lodge #2221.
Passage of this motion will result in the ability of the Hopkins Elk Lodge #2221 (the “Elks”) to
conduct their annual Raspberry Festival events on July 17 through 19 and the Rib fest event on
August 15.
Overview
The Elks would like to hold their annual events which include bingo and the outside service of
food and alcoholic beverages. The events will be held in the parking lot adjoining their
establishment. The Elks have provided a certificate of liability insurance naming the City of
Hopkins as additional insured.
The Elks are required to follow the regulations set forth in Policy 4-C Temporary Liquor
Licenses. Temporary on-sale liquor licenses must be approved by the State of Minnesota,
Alcohol & Gambling Enforcement Division.
Supporting Documents
Copy of Policy 4-C Temporary Liquor License
Application is available in the City Clerk’s office.
Amy Domeier, City Clerk
Financial Impact: $___100.00______Budgeted: Y/N ____ Source: ________________
Related Documents (CIP, ERP, etc.): _______________________________________
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Notes: ____________________________________________________________
POLICY 4-C
TEMPORARY LIQUOR LICENSE
1. PURPOSE
1.01 The Hopkins City Council recognizes that the issuance of temporary liquor license may result in
events which disturb surrounding businesses and residents and also may provide an opportunity for
underage drinking. The City Council believes that by creating a set of rules and regulations in
regard to the issuance of these licenses, problems can be avoided and the responsible consumption
of liquor or 3.2 beer can be encouraged.
2. REGULATIONS
2.01 A temporary liquor license will be issued on a per event basis, each event not lasting more than
three days.
2.02 Sales may only be conducted between the hours of 12:00 p.m. and 12:00 a.m.
2.03 A separate license is required for each location where liquor or beer is sold.
2.04 Application for a temporary liquor license must be received at least five weeks prior to the event.
2.05 Applicants for a temporary liquor license must be an organization whose principal location or
office is within the City of Hopkins, has been located in Hopkins for at least two years, and has at
least 30 active members.
2.06 Sales and/or consumption of liquor or beer will only take place in enclosed building or a fenced
area.
2.07 Individuals under the age of 21 will not be allowed in any designated area where liquor or beer is
sold or consumed, except if accompanied by a parent or guardian.
2.08 All organizations which have a temporary liquor license must use the following method for
checking identification to ensure that underage individuals do not purchase liquor or beer:
Anyone wishing to purchase beer must have a either a driver's license, or a Minnesota ID with their
picture. Individuals with the proper ID will have their hand stamped so that the actual sellers of
the liquor or beer will not have to check IDs. If the event exceeds one day, a different color of ink
must be used on subsequent days.
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2.09 No temporary liquor license shall be issued in conjunction with a youth activity.
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2.10 The number of temporary liquor licenses issued in conjunction with all public events during any
calendar year will be limited to twelve (12).
2.11 The City Council reserves the right to deny any liquor license at its sole discretion.
2.12 The applicant for any temporary liquor license will provide the City Clerk with a certificate of
insurance showing $1,000,000 of liquor liability coverage and showing the City as con-insured.
Established: 3/19/96
A "youth activity" is an activity that is designed primarily for individuals under the age of 18 or the
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majority of the participants are under the age of 18.
A "Public event" means an event where the public is invited or permitted to attend.
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