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training. The University is in the process of doing some research in this area.) If a good program is identified, you could require that particular program. I have a couple of names of good programs, if you are interested. In some communities, keg parties are a major source of alcohol for underage persons. A city ordinance requiring merchants to register keg beer sales at the point-of-purchase would help police identify the supplier and hold the person accountable for this illegal act.(St. Cloud has this ordinance and Chief of Police feels it has helped in their battle with underage use.) 4. Newspapers, television and radio all play a significant role in educating the public. It is essential to work with the media in building a public awareness .campaign that supports the community's strategies. For example, a media campaign can be effective in communicating that there are stiff penalties for providing alcohol to underage persons. It is a gross misdemeanor, punishable with a $3000 find and/or up to a year in jail, for any adult to provide alcohol to an underage person. In addition, anyone over age 21 who knowingly serves alcohol to someone under age 21 may be held civilly liable for any damages caused by the underage person. Other effective media strategies include writing letters to the editor, and using the media to inform constituents of new ordinances and enforcement efforts. 5. Other ordinances that have been used in other communities to deal with underage drinking in genereal: Noisy Assembly - A noise ordinance may help police officers to control underage drinking parties in private residences. Open House Assembly - an ordinance that allows communities to fine parents or other responsible adults when underage drinking parties are field on their property. This may encourage these adults to monitor the youth to prevent underage drinking parties from occurring. Alcohol restrictions in certain areas - Communities can pass laws restricting the use of alcohol on public property and then encourage police to patrol these areas and enforce these laws.