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COUNCIL MINUTES MAY 22, 2000 Legion premises located at 7731 Lake Drive. This is the Lions Club International's second request to conduct gambling within the City of Lino Lakes. The Lions Club canceled their first gambling permit in 1989 because of their lack of interest. In accordance with the City ordinance the necessary members reside within the City of Lino Lakes, a notarized list is being provided. The State of Minnesota is required to conduct background investigations and verify that all state requirements are met. Moreover, the state grants the final authorization to conduct lawful gambling. This application is good for the period of two (2) years, at which time the council may be asked to revisit the renewal application procedure. Mayor Bergeson advised two (2) members of the City Council are members of the Lions Club. He asked for clarification from the City Attorney as to whether they can vote on this item. The City Attorney advised the Council Members can vote as they have no direct financial interest or benefit relating to this issue. Council Member Dahl moved to adopt Resolution No. 2000 — 60, as p Council Member Reinert seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. Resolution No. 2000 — 60 can be found in the City Clerk's o Consider Authorization of New Liquor Club L' merican Legion Post 566 (3/5 Vote Required), Ry-Chel Gaustad — Staff refe pplication for a Club Liquor License submitted by Mr. Bob Moser. The old Po ` p ��. ��`(7731 Lake Drive) was purchased on August 9, 1999, by the American Le • s are to complete the remodeling of this building and to be prepared for business of 1, 000. However, prior to being open for business both a Cabaret and Club Liqu • _ •ere• uired. Investigator Mr. Matt a c r cted a background criminal investigation on Robert Moser and Terrance Randall and , 3 • N `+blems. Staff referred to a memo from the investigator and a copy of the certificate for dr o insurance. In accordance with the City Code, 701. Liquor Licensing. Section .02 Subd. 5 Club License the American Legion qualifies for a Club Liquor License. The Club License shall be issued only to incorporated clubs which have been in existence for fifteen years or more, or to congressionally charged chartered veterans' organizations which have been in existence for ten years, and shall permit on -sale of liquor to members and bona fide guests only. In keeping within the City Code guidelines, a condition of the license is that this license should not be granted to the American Legion for operation for which taxes, assessments or other financial claims of the city are delinquent and unpaid, however, this is not he case. Special assessments for utilities will be placed on the property for 20 years, starting year 2001. The applicant is fully aware license approval is subject to all the provisions and conditions of the laws of the City, State and of the Federal Government. 3