RES 26-1566: Directing the Department of Safety and Inspections to proceed with adverse action and the imposition of a $500.00 matrix penalty against the Tobacco Products Shop license (License ID #826567) held by GOGETIT TOBACCO LLC d/b/a GOGETIT TOBACCO for the premises located at 2484 University Ave. W.

Description

Directing the Department of Safety and Inspections to proceed with adverse action and the imposition of a $500.00 matrix penalty against the Tobacco Products Shop license (License ID #826567) held by GOGETIT TOBACCO LLC d/b/a GOGETIT TOBACCO for the premises located at 2484 University Ave. W.

Summary

Saint Paul’s City Attorney notified GoGetIt Tobacco of a proposed $500 penalty for selling a Geek Bar Pulse vape to a 19-year-old during a June 18, 2026 compliance check. City and state law prohibit tobacco sales to anyone under 21, require age verification, and hold licensees responsible for employee conduct. Saint Paul’s penalty matrix sets a $500 fine for a first violation, with higher penalties or license suspension for later violations. The business could pay, accept the facts and request a City Council hearing on the penalty, or dispute the facts through an administrative hearing. A response was due by August 28, 2026; otherwise, the penalty would proceed to the Council.