Section 371.4.28. Needs of the people.

The board shall authorize only the letting of concessions as are required to meet the necessary wants of those attending the grounds.

       4.28(1) Clean stands. The concessionaire shall conduct business in a quiet and orderly manner, keep the area neat and clean, deposit all rubbish, garbage, tin cans, and paper in the receptacles placed or constructed adjacent to the concession plot for this purpose and shall keep the ground in front and in the rear of the concession free from all rubbish.

       4.28(2) Quality standards and products. All dining halls, lunch booths and refreshment stands must be substantial in structure and neat in appearance. All structures and food must meet standards of the city, county and state health boards, as provided in Iowa Code chapter 137.

       4.28(3) Posted prices. The concessionaire shall post in a conspicuous manner at the front or entrance of the place of business, a sign showing the price of meals, lunches, drink and all other articles of food and drinks to be sold. The size of the sign or bill of fare and place of posting must be approved by the fair board. The concessionaire shall not increase or reduce the established and posted price of any item of merchandise or meal sold without the consent of the fair board.

       4.28(4) No bottles or cans. Drinks must be sold or served in soft containers.

       4.28(5) Fire extinguishers. All concessions having cooking or heating devices must have a fire extinguisher in their kitchen.

       4.28(6) Restriction on employees. No officer or employee in any department of the fair shall have any interest or connection with any concession operated at the fair.

       4.28(7) Space rate. The concessionaire shall pay a space rate in the amount and manner determined by the fair board.

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