Games of Chance

The Town of Skaneateles, has enacted a Games of Chance Local Law, which allows the conduct of Games of Chance by licensed bona fide religious or charitable organizations, educational or service organizations, or organizations of veterans or volunteer firemen, under the overall supervision of the NYS Racing and Wagering Board.

Games of Chance include raffles, bell jar tickets, and casino/carnival games using cards, dice and wheels. The organization must first make application for a Registration and Identification Number with the Racing and Wagering Board. If approved, the Town Clerk will be notified allowing the organization to apply for a Games of Chance License to conduct "Casino-Type" Games of Chance, or to sell Bell Jar or Raffle tickets. If the organization qualifies, the municipal clerk issues a license to the organization.

To obtain the necessary application forms visit the New York State Racing and Wagering Board website.