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Board discusses local permits and notification for vendors using state-issued permits at city events

5833100 · September 17, 2025
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Summary

Staff proposed creating a local permit/notification process for out-of-town vendors who obtain state-issued permits but operate at city events, citing gaps in the state’s ability to notify the city; no formal proposal was adopted.

Fargo Liquor Control Office staff told the board Sept. 1 that the city currently has no automatic notice when a state alcohol permit is issued to an out-of-town vendor participating in a city event, and staff proposed exploring a local permit or notification system. Steve Sprague said he contacted the state to ask whether the city could be placed on an email list of state-issued permits; the state declined. As an alternative,…

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