CR 95-225 Gambling License Hopkins ElksNovember 30, 1995
Proposed Action
Staff recommends that the Council approve the following motion: Move that the Hopkins City Council adopt
Resolution #95 -116 approving the gambling license application of the Hopkins Elks.
Adoption of this motion will allow the application to be considered by the Minnesota Department of Gaming.
Overview
The Hopkins Elks have requested a renewal of their gambling license for 1996 and 1997. This license allows
them to conduct gambling at 30 8th Avenue South.
Primary Issues to Consider
Does this application meet the criteria of the City's gambling policy?
Yes.
Has the organization conducted its past gambling activities in accordance with state and local laws?
Yes.
Alternatives:
1. Approve Resolution #95 -116. This will result in the application being considered by the Department
of Gaming.
2. Do not approve the Resolution. This will result in the Department of Gaming turning down the
license.
Staff recommends Alternative #1.
GAMBLING LICENSE APPLICATION BY
THE HOPKINS ELKS
Supporting Information
Resolution #95 -116.
1994 and 1995 Audits.
1994 and 1995 Lawful Purpose Expenditures.
Gambling License Application - available from City Clerk
James A. Genellie
City Clerk
Council Report 95 -225
WHEREAS, the Hopkins Elks have been an integral part of the Hopkins Community, and
WHEREAS, the Hopkins Elks have applied for a gambling license to conduct lawful gambling in 1996 and
1997, and
WHEREAS, the Hopkins Elks have conducted gambling activities in accordance with state law and Hopkins
city policy,
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the City Council of the City of Hopkins hereby approves the
Hopkins Elks Premises Permit Renewal application.
Adopted by the City Council of the City of Hopkins this 5th day of December, 1995.
ATTEST:
James A. Genellie, City Clerk
CITY OF HOPKINS
Hennepin County, Minnesota
RESOLUTION NO. 95-116
By
Charles D. Redepenning, Mayor