Res 2000-109 RESOLUTION NO. 109-2000
A RESOLUTION OPPOSING THE CONCEPT OF ALLOWING FURTHER PROLIFERATION
OF LIQUOR SALES FROM DISPENSARIES OTHER THAN DULY AUTHORIZED OFF-SALE
LIQUOR STORES
WHEREAS, the sale of 3.2 beer by convenience stores, grocery stores, gas stations, and other associated
retail outlets for off premise consumption is currently allowed under Minnesota law;and
WHEREAS, the clerks at the aforementioned types of retail outlets are not generally fully trained to
recognize fake identification or in other alcohol management techniques normally required for the employees of
duly authorized off-sale liquor dispensaries;and
WHEREAS, there is a proposal before the Minnesota Legislature that, if adopted and made law, would
allow convenience stores,grocery stores,gas stations and other similar retail outlets to sell wine including sweet
"pop"wines,wine coolers and associated products for off premises consumption;and
WHEREAS, the City of Fridley is endeavoring to curtail youth access to alcohol and tobacco products;and
WHEREAS, the proliferation of the types of outlets where the sale of alcohol provides additional
opportunities for youth to have access to alcohol;and
WHEREAS, if the proposal is adopted and made law,would cause a substantial economic loss to the City of
Fridley and a possible impact to the level of service provided to its residents.
NOW,THEREFORE,BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Fridley opposes the concept of
allowing the further proliferation of liquor sales from dispensaries other than duly authorized off-sale liquor
stores.
PASSED AND ADOPTED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FRIDLEY THIS 11 TIT DAY OF
DECEMBER 2000.
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