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Seneca Falls Elks Club asks town board about zoning and permits to host nonprofit bingo
Summary
Representatives of the Seneca Falls Elks Club asked the board about local zoning and state permit requirements to run bingo for entertainment as a nonprofit fundraising activity, noting the club's financial pressures and intent to control operations with member oversight.
At 'privilege of the floor' time, Larry Mill of the Seneca Falls Elks Club asked the board about the process and local zoning changes needed to host bingo games for entertainment (nonprofit) at the Elks Club. Mill said state permits are required but that local zoning must allow bingo for the club to proceed, adding the club would operate games with member oversight and limit large prize amounts to comply with state regulations.
Mill noted the Elks Club's finances are strained, cited heating costs, and encouraged the board to consider allowing nonprofit bingo to help the club recruit younger members and support community programs. Board members advised the petitioners to review state regulations and consult with town staff on any ordinance or zoning changes required.
