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Local Units ofGovemment Page 1 of2 - . . Lawful Gambling Information and Requirements for Local Units of Government in Minnesota To obtain forms in an alternative format u::h as large print or Braille, cootact the Minnesota Gambling Control Board at 651-639-4000. Authority of city or county. The extent that a city or COWlty has authority over lawful gambling in its jurisdiction is addressed in Minnesota Statute 3490211. - A city or COWlty has the authority to adopt more stringent regulations pertaining to lawful gambling within its jurisdiction. However, there are limitations on that authority. 1. The city or COWlty may not require an organizatioo to make a contribution to the city or COWlty as a condition to opera~ within that city or COWlty, except for an investigation fee or tax and/or contribution to a ten percent fund. Information regarding ten percent funds is contained further on in this page. 2. The city or COWlty may not require an additional gambling license or permit. Investigatiou fee. A city or COWlty may charge an investigation fee for applying fur or renewing a premises permit or bingo hall license. The investigation fee may not exceed the following limits: 1. $500 for cities of the first class, 2. $250 for cities of the second class, 3. $100 for all other cities, and 4. $375 for COWlties. The investigation fee must be used for regulation of lawful gambling in that jurisdiction. Local gambling tal< . report required. A city or COWlty may impose a local gambling tax, only if they do not charge an investigation fee or other local taxes on la gambling. The tax, up to three percent per year, may be imposed ooly if the amount is necessary to cover the costs to regul gambling in their jurisdiction. A report must be submitted to the Gambling Control Board by March 15 of each year, using form kG500 - City or CO!!!!!) Annual ~rt. Up to 3% Reglltatory Tax. http://www.gcb.state.mn.uslLocalGov.htm 5/2/2002