Modesto |
Code of Ordinances |
Title 4. PUBLIC WELFARE, SAFETY AND HEALTH |
Chapter 1. REGULATION OF AMUSEMENTS AND AMUSEMENT DEVICES |
Article 10. Bingo Games* |
§ 4-1.1024. Source of Payouts for Bingo Games and Limitations on Games and Free Prizes and Free Food.
Revenue from bingo operations shall be the sole source of payouts to bingo winners. If an organization has revenue sources separate from bingo revenue, those other revenue sources shall not be commingled into payouts or prizes to participants in the bingo games.
There shall be no free games. There shall be no free door prizes and/or free gifts. Provisions of free drinks such as coffee, tea and hot cocoa is permissible. Carbonated drinks are not included in the free category. Free food for special occasions to all patrons may be permitted up to four (4) times per year. Prior to the event, a written permit for the bingo session(s) must be obtained from the Police Chief, or designee.
(Added by Ord. 3176-C.S., § 1, effective 7-6-00)