[HISTORY: Adopted by the Town Board of the Town of Massena 4-8-1992
by L.L No. 3-1992. Amendments noted where applicable.]
This chapter is enacted pursuant to the authority of Article 9-A of
the General Municipal Law of the State of New York and shall be known as the
"Games of Chance Law of the Town of Massena."
The words and terms used in this chapter shall have the same meanings
as such words and terms are used in Article 9-A of the General Municipal Law,
unless otherwise provided herein or the context requires a different meaning.
As used in this chapter, the following terms shall have the meanings indicated:
The Code Enforcement Officer.
The Town of Massena.
A.Â
Games of chance may be conducted in the town by an authorized
organization, after obtaining a license therefor, in accordance with the provisions,
requirements and limitations of Article 9-A of the General Municipal Law,
the rules and regulations of the New York State Racing and Wagering Board
and this chapter.
B.Â
The conduct of games of chance on Sundays is authorized,
except as otherwise provided in Article 9-A of the General Municipal Law.
This chapter shall take effect immediately or upon filing with the Secretary
of State after approval thereof by the voters of the town voting thereon at
the next succeeding annual election to be held on November 3, 1992.[1]
[1]
Editor's Note: This local law was approved by a majority vote
at an annual election held 11-3-1992.
