Renewal applications were sent to license holders April 6 for completion. Applications have been completed and all inspections required by the Fire Department have been completed.

According to Section 114.02 (I) of the city code, no on-sale license shall be granted for operation on any premises which does not have city water. The council may waive this requirement for any business having obtained an on-sale license prior to July 1, 1997, and operating at premises where potable water is supplied from a well, if water quality from the well is tested and approved by the Minnesota Department of Health in accordance with their standards.

Staff has been in contact with the Minnesota Department of Health, Environmental Health Services. They have advised that the wells at Dangerfield's Restaurant, Stonebrooke Golf Club and at the Knights Event Center have been tested and meet water quality requirements.

A list of all the businesses renewing their licenses is attached.