§ 10-152. Legislative intent; exemptions.

(a)

It is the intent of Marion County that all phases of the regulation, licensing and supervision of bingo be closely controlled and the law pertaining thereto be strictly construed and rigidly enforced, to the end that commercialization in all its forms be discouraged, participation by criminal and other undesirable elements be prevented and diversion of the proceeds of bingo games from the purposes authorized by Section 849.0931, F.S., be eliminated.

(b)

It is the intent of Marion County that the provisions of this article shall not be applicable to residents, and their overnight guests, residing within condominium complexes, residential developments or subdivisions, mobile home parks, recreational vehicle parks or adult living facilities. Such organizations shall not use or lease their facilities for the conduct of bingo games by any other organization.

(Ord. No. 99-35, § 2, 11-9-99)