DEPARTMENT: Public Services and Revenue Administration
FILE TYPE: Consent Action
TITLE
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Approval Of Application For Off-Site Gambling For Lakeville Lions Club
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RESOLUTION
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WHEREAS, off-site gambling permits are issued by the Minnesota Gambling Control Board; and
WHEREAS, the Minnesota Gambling Control Board requires County approval of an application when the gambling premises are located in a township; and
WHEREAS, an application to conduct off-site gambling at Dakota County Fairgrounds in Castle Rock Township during the Dakota County Fair from August 10-16, 2026 has been submitted by the Lakeville Lions; and
WHEREAS, the County’s approval of the Lakeville Lions’ application is contingent upon Castle Rock Township’s approval; and
WHEREAS, the Dakota County Board of Commissioners is the local governing body having jurisdiction over the proposed gambling activity.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, That the Dakota County Board of Commissioners hereby approves the application from Lakeville Lions to conduct off-site gambling activities at the Dakota County Fairgrounds in Castle Rock Township from August 10-16, 2026.
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BACKGROUND
Nonprofit organizations may conduct raffles, bingo and other forms of lawful gambling activities according to Minnesota Law. Lawful gambling activities consists of the operation, conduct or sale of bingo, raffles, paddle wheels, tip-boards and pull-tabs. Before approving the permit, the Minnesota Gambling Control Board requires County approval of an application when the gambling premises are located in a township.
RECOMMENDATION
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Staff recommends approval of the application.
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FINANCIAL AND STAFFING IMPACTS
No fee is charged by Dakota County for gambling applications.
PREVIOUS BOARD ACTION
None.
ATTACHMENTS
None.
CONTACT
Department Director: Teresa Mitchell
Author: Teresa Mitchell