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File #: 25-2714   
Type: License - Off-Track Betting Status: Recommended for Approval
Meeting Body: City Council Formal Meeting
On agenda: 1/7/2026 Final action:
Title: Off-Track Pari-Mutuel Wagering Permit - Arena Sports Grill - District 2
District: District 2
Attachments: 1. Attachment A - Arena Sports Grill - Data.pdf, 2. Attachment B - Arena Sports Grill - Map.pdf

Title

Off-Track Pari-Mutuel Wagering Permit - Arena Sports Grill - District 2

 

Description

Request for an Off-Track Pari-Mutuel Wagering Permit for a business that has a Series 12 liquor license.

 

License Information

Summary

State law requires City Council approval before a State Off-Track Pari-Mutuel Wagering Permit can be issued. This request is for a permit for off-track betting on horse races conducted at Turf Paradise.

 

Applicant

David Johnson, Agent for Turf Paradise

 

Location

6245 E. Bell Road, Ste 101-104

Zoning Classification: C-1

Council District: 2

 

Public Opinion

Public notice was posted at the proposed location and special notice letters were mailed to residents within a 1/8 mile radius of the proposed location. The comment period expired December 10, 2025. One valid letter in support of the issuance of the permit was received and is on file in the Office of the City Clerk. The letter is from a local resident who does not have any issues with the location having off track wagering. They believe the location has had off track betting for several years and know of no problems with the location due to off track betting.

 

Staff Recommendation

Staff recommends approval of this application.

 

Attachments

Attachment A - Arena Sports Grill - Data

Attachment B - Arena Sports Grill - Map

 

 

Department

Responsible Department

This item is submitted by Deputy City Manager Alan Stephenson and the City Clerk Department.