Opinion No. 9-79 (1979)

Dear Mr. Antonio:

This opinion is in response to a request of your predecessor, Mr. Thomas M. Keyes, asking:

1. Is it permissible under Missouri law for the City of Aurora to provide office space free of rent to the Chamber of Commerce?

2. Is it permissible under Missouri law for the City of Aurora to rent office space to a state license fee agent for $25 per month which is less than a reasonable rent for such space?

3. Is it permissible under Missouri law for the City of Aurora to donate without restriction $2,500 to a day care center, $2,500 to a senior citizen group, and $500 to the…