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Department Approval: �� REQUEST FOR COUNCIL ACTION Manager Approved: Date: 09/25/2006 Item No: 3.� Agenda Section: Consent Item Description: Consider the Issuance of a Permit to Conduct Lawful Gambling Activities at 2801 Snelling Avenue (Majors Sports Cafe) Background The North Ramsey "500" Lions Club, Inc has submitted an application to conduct lawful gambling activities at Majors Sports Cafe located at 2801 Snelling Avenue in Roseville. Prior to conducting lawful gambling activities, the Lions Club must receive a local gambling permit approved by the Council �� a State-issued license approved by the State Gambling Control Board. Although both applications move somewhat simultaneously through the review/appro�al process, the State will not approve the license until the City grants local approval. The City currently has three licensed organizations conducting Bingo activities at the Bingo Hall. In addition, there are five other pe:t7mitted organizations conducting p�lltab operations at various locations. If the Council approves the permit for the Lions Club, the total number of organizations conducting lawful gambling in the City will be nine (9). Under City Code, eight separate premise locations are allowed including the Bingo Hall. With Council approval, the number of premises conducting lawful gambling will be seven (7). Applicant Information The North Ramsey "500" Lions Club was formed in 1977. They hold their meetings at the VFW Post #7555 located at 1145 Woc�dhill Drive in Roseville. Permit Requirements Permitting requirements are set forth in City Code Section 304, and State Statute, Chapter 349 Lawful gambling is permitted in the City if the organization meets the following criteria: a) Is licensed by the State Gambling Control Board b) Is a tax exempt organization pursuant to 501(c) of the internal revenue code c) Maintains a business address within the city d) Complies with all other requirements as set forth in City Code and State Statute The applicant currently meets all local requirements, although licensing by the State is contingent upon local approval.