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MINUTES City Council April 8, 1987 Bingo Babel replied that the funds are initially deposited in the LCCB's (Cont.) master account and then transferred to the individual accounts of the various charities. The money is deposited to LCCB's accounts, and the costs of expenses are deducted from the funds before disbursement is made to the charities. Fahey suggested that the City Attorney determine if this was permissible under State law. The Attorney replied that he will confer with the Attorney General's office. Fahey suggested that the City could approve the license renewal applications subject to the State Gambling Board making a determination if LCCB is in compliance with State statutes. However, as it appears the State is not adequately staffed or funded to make some of these determinations, the City will have to attempt to do so. Fahey asked what the Hall Association does for the City of Little Canada. Fahey stated that the City wants little involvement with the Hall. Fahey suggested that there may be less involvement on the part of the City if the charities were running their own operations and there was individual accountability. Fahey asked. what the City is gaining or lossing under the current structure. The accountant replied that they are still learning when it comes to the matter of accountability. However, the accountant stated as far as the present structure, he has come to believe strongly in it. Babel pointed out that the Board of Directors of LCCB provides a melding together of the operation and standardized procedures. Babel questioned whether it was feasible to have six different charities operating six different games in terms of procedures and accountability. The Hall Association also helps the charities as a group with expenses that could not be borne individually by the charities and still meet compliance, such as advertising. The City Attorney asked the accountant if it was his understanding that State Law allowed this type of structure. Babel felt it was permissible. Fahey asked if a member of the Hall Association Board was allowed to handle money. Council expressed concern with Ron Clarke's involvement in the operation in two different capacities. Glylie replied that between the City Attorney, the Attorney General and himself individual problems could be worked out. Wylie also commented that he believed the Hall Association was a proper organization. Scalze asked how much revenue is generated for the Hall Association in the price of a bingo package. Page -14-