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Commission approves Fishbowl Buck Hunter permit, allows online component
Summary
The commission granted a mechanical-amusement-device permit to the Fishbowl (Divisadero) for a Buck Hunter video game and—in response to applicant testimony—approved internet/online capability despite Richmond Station recommending no online play; staff attached conditions such as no gambling and no operation by minors during school hours.
The Entertainment Commission approved a conditional mechanical-amusement-device permit for the Fishbowl (Divisadero) to install one Buck Hunter arcade game and authorized the game’s online capability after commissioners discussed safety and Richmond Station’s recommended restrictions.
Staff noted Richmond Station’s conditions: no gambling, no online capability, not to be operated by minors during school hours, and that the permit be limited to the single game requested. Applicant partner Kevin (representing the Fishbowl) told the commission the unit is stand-alone but includes an online component that allows added content and competition with other bars; the online feature is a popular customer expectation.
Commissioners discussed whether online capability would raise gambling or youth-access concerns. The staff motion, supported by commissioners, approved the permit including internet/online capability; the roll call vote carried with unanimous support. Staff said electrical inspection and planning-use restrictions remain prerequisites for full operation, and Richmond Station conditions around gambling and minors remain binding.
The commission emphasized the permit is limited to the single installed game and reiterated the requirement that the venue comply with Richmond Station conditions; staff will confirm electrical inspection and report any complaints or enforcement issues.
