§ 3-100. Purposes.

(a)

The purposes of this article shall include, without necessarily being limited to, the following:

(1)

Compliance with and effectuation of the general state law;

(2)

Prevention and control of the sale of alcoholic beverages by unfit persons;

(3)

Insuring that any licenses issued for the consumption of alcoholic beverages on the premises are issued only to a legitimate restaurant or private club as defined in this article;

(4)

The protection of schools, homes, churches, parks, and other institutions;

(5)

Protection of the public health, safety, and welfare.

(b)

To the maximum extent permissible under state and federal law, the business of selling alcoholic beverages shall under this article be considered to be a privilege to be accorded in conformity with the foregoing and other public policies of the city, rather than a right.

(Ord. No. 0-06-05, 4-18-06)