IV.6. Approval of Temporary Liquor License for Hopkins Elks Lodge #2221; DomeierJuly 20, 2021 Council Report 2021-066
Approval of Temporary Liquor License for Hopkins Elks Lodge #2221
Proposed Action
Staff recommends adoption of the following motion: Approve the Issuance of a Temporary On-
Sale Liquor Licenses to Hopkins Elks Lodge #221.
Passage of this motion will result in the organization’s ability to serve alcoholic beverages at the
Hopkins Elks Ribfest event.
Overview
Hopkins Elks Lodge #2221 (the “Elks”) has submitted an application for a temporary on-sale
liquor license for their annual Ribfest event on August 21. The liquor service will be limited to
their parking lot and outdoor pavilion from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. The temporary liquor license does
not extend into the 8th Avenue Artery portion of the event.
The Elks personnel will provide security to identify and wrist band or hand stamp those of legal
age to consume alcohol and monitor the entrances to ensure that alcohol is not taken out of the
designated areas. The Elks are required to follow all other 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.
Primary Issues to Consider
The applicant meets the requirements set forth by State Statute to obtain a temporary on-sale
liquor license. A liquor liability policy naming the City of Hopkins as an additional insured
has been submitted.
As required by State Statute, the application must be approved the City before submitting to
the State of Minnesota, Alcohol & Gambling Enforcement Division.
Supporting Documents
Copy of Policy 4-C Temporary Liquor License
Complete application is on file in the City Clerk’s office.
Amy Domeier, City Clerk
Financial Impact: $_______ Budgeted: Y/N ____ Source: ________________
Related Documents (CIP, ERP, etc.): ______________________________________
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 H opkins 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.
2.09 No temporary liquor license shall be issued in conjunction with a youth activity.1
2.10 The number of temporary liquor licenses issued in conjunction with all public events2 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
Revised: 4/1/2008
1A "youth activity" is an activity that is designed primarily for individuals under the age of 18 or the
majority of the participants are under the age of 18.
2A "Public event" means an event where the public is invited or permitted to attend.