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Minutes of the Committee of the Whole Workshop of the President and the Board of Trustees
Held on April 24, 2017
At Village Hall
Mayor Collins called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. Board Present: Trustee Lamb, Trustee
O’Rourke, Trustee Peck, Trustee Ruane, Trustee Wojowski, and Trustee Bonuchi. Others present:
Brian Murphy, Administrator; Allen Persons, Public Works Director; Jon Proulx, Planning Director;
Ken Goska, Building Official; Traci Pleckham, Management Services Director; and John Konopek,
Chief of Police. There were approximately 6 persons in the audience.
Trustee Lamb moved to approve the Minutes of the Committee of the Whole Workshop held on
April 10, 2017. Second by Trustee Peck. Voice Vote. All in favor, 0 opposed. Motion carried.
PRESIDENTIAL COMMENTS
Mayor Collins offered condolences to Clerk Gibas and family on the passing of her grandmother.
Mayor Collins thanked Trustee Peck for his years of service on the Plan Commission and the Village
Board and presented him with a plaque.
TRUSTEE COMMENTS
Trustee Wojowski thanked Trustee Peck for his service.
Trustee Lamb thanked Trustee Peck for his service.
Trustee O’Rourke thanked Trustee Peck for his service.
Trustee Ruane thanked Trustee Peck for his service.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
No Comments.
WORKSHOP
#1 CONCEPT PLAN REVIEW – RIVERSTONE AND BRUMMEL PROPOSED
RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENTS.
Mr. Jon Proulx stated that the applicants are requesting concept plan review for a pair of proposed
residential developments known as the Brummel Farm, located north of 127th Street and west of
Book Road, and Riverstone, located south of 127th Street, west of Naperville-Plainfield Road. The
north property is in unincorporated Will County and would require annexation into the Village. The
concept plan has been developed in a coordinated effort with the Brummel property to the north and
west. These are two independent projects, but the applicants are working together to present a
coordinated project.
Mr. Proulx reviewed the Brummel property. The applicant is proposing to develop the site with 164
homes on 55.2 acres. The homes include 87 single-family detached homes and 77 townhomes. Mr.
Proulx then reviewed the Riverstone property. The applicant is proposing to develop the site with
207 homes including 167 single family detached homes and 40 duplexes.
Mr. John Luczynski, President of J. Edward Land gave a presentation highlighting Concept Plans for
the Brummel Farm and Riverstone property including the land uses, density, and land plan.
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Trustee Bonuchi stated that she supports moving forward with the concept.
Trustee Ruane stated that in regards to the Riverstone property he was in favor of a second feeder,
expressed concern regarding the pond, and would like to see the sidewalk continued in front of the
pond. In regards to the Brummel property, Trustee Ruane expressed concern regarding the stub street
that leads to property that he feels would only be used as a park and not residential. Trustee Ruane
also suggested connecting the bike path.
Trustee Wojowski indicated support for the concept, expressed concern with the density, and stated
that he would like the improvements to 127th Street to be consistent.
Trustee O’Rourke expressed concern with number of townhomes in the Brummel property. Trustee
O’Rourke suggested including parking by the park in Riverstone.
Trustee Peck stated that he supported moving forward with the concept.
Trustee Lamb stated that he likes the overall design and stated that the Village’s design standards
need to be followed. Trustee Lamb expressed concern regarding having enough elevation to make
sure there are no flooding issues with the Normantown drain.
Mayor Collins expressed concern with the detention pond (Riverstone). Mayor Collins stated that he
would like to see two entrances/exits and would like to see meandering streets in Brummel. Mayor
Collins pointed out that he is not in favor of roads that lead nowhere.
Mayor Collins thanked Mr. Luczynksi for the presentation and read the reminders.
Trustee Peck moved to adjourn. Second by Trustee Lamb. Voice Vote. All in favor, 0 opposed.
Motion carried.
The meeting adjourned at 8:01 p.m.
Michelle Gibas, Village Clerk
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MEMORANDUM
To: Mayor Collins and Trustees
From: Chief John Konopek
Brian Murphy, Village Administrator
Date: May 3, 2017
Re: Draft Ordinance Repealing and Replacing the Village’s Ordinance Regulating the Sale and
Consumption of Alcoholic Liquors
_____________________________________________________________________________________
Background
Staff recently conducted a comprehensive review of the Village’s current Ordinance Regulating
the Sale and Consumption of Alcoholic Liquors (the “Ordinance”). Such a review was last conducted in
2007 and over the past ten years the Ordinance was often amended to accommodate the creation of
additional liquor license classifications as well as ancillary permits for events or special events held by
licensees and/or non-licensees. As a result, the Ordinance now includes thirty-one (31) separate liquor
license classifications/ancillary alcoholic liquor permits. This expanded number of license
classifications/permits made the Ordinance difficult to navigate and complicated the licensing process.
Proposed Draft Ordinance
Staff thought it necessary to amend the Ordinance to consolidate the existing license
classifications/permits, and to revise and/or remove other sections for clarification. Upon review of the
Ordinance, Staff found it more efficient to draft a new ordinance to replace the Village’s existing
Ordinance, to better address the extensive changes necessary to the Ordinance. While many provisions
of the existing Ordinance are present in the proposed draft ordinance, substantive changes have been
made as follows:
1. Definitions: Substantive revisions were made to this section of the Ordinance to remove
unused terms and to provide clarification of existing defined terms, for ease of use and
understanding by applicants, licensees and Staff.
2. License Classifications: Substantive revisions were made to this section of the Ordinance to
consolidate the current thirty-one (31) license classifications/permits. The proposed draft
ordinance contains fifteen (15) license classifications and minimal ancillary permits, to assist
applicants, licensees and Staff in the licensing process.
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3. Licensed Premises: Various provisions related to the authorized use of a licensed premises
were modified for clarification, including but not limited to, hours of operation and
restrictions for consumption on a licensed premises.
Recommendation
Staff supports the proposed draft ordinance and believes it will assist current licensees and
proposed licensees in the licensing process. Staff presents the proposed draft ordinance for review and
comment by the Village’s Board of Trustees, and welcomes further direction from the Board of Trustees
prior to submitting the proposed draft Ordinance for formal approval.
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VILLAGE OF PLAINFIELD
ORDINANCE NO. 2017- ______
AN ORDINANCE REPEALING AND REPLACING CHAPTER 4, ARTICLE II
OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE VILLAGE OF PLAINFIELD
An Ordinance Repealing and Replacing the Chapter and Articles
Regulating the Sale and Consumption of Alcoholic Liquors
ADOPTED BY THE
PRESIDENT AND BOARD
OF TRUSTEES OF THE
VILLAGE OF PLAINFIELD
THIS ___ DAY OF MAY, 2017
Published in pamphlet form by
the authority of the President
and Board of Trustees of the
Village of Plainfield, Will and
Kendall Counties, Illinois,
this ___ day of May, 2017.
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ORDINANCE NO. 2017 - _____
AN ORDINANCE REPEALING AND REPLACING CHAPTER 4, ARTICLE II OF
THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE VILLAGE OF PLAINFIELD
An Ordinance Repealing and Replacing the Chapter and Articles
Regulating the Sale and Consumption of Alcoholic Liquors
WHEREAS, the Village of Plainfield ("Village"), Will and Kendall Counties, Illinois,
as a home rule municipality in accordance with Article VII, Section 6(a) of the
Constitution of the State of Illinois of 1970, is enacting this Ordinance pursuant to its
home rule authority; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to the laws of the State of Illinois, the Village has the
authority to adopt ordinances providing for protection of the health, safety and general
welfare of the Village; and
WHEREAS, the regulation of the sale and consumption of alcoholic liquor is a
matter which affects the health, safety and general welfare of the citizens of the Village;
and
WHEREAS, the Village President and the Village Board of Trustees (“Village
Board”) have determined that, in the interest of promoting the health, safety and welfare
of the Village, it is necessary and desirable to repeal Chapter 4, Article II of the Village’s
Code of Ordinances in its entirety, and replace it with the text set forth in Section Three
below, to further comprehensively regulate the sale and consumption of alcoholic liquor
in the Village; and
WHEREAS, the Village President and the Village Board specifically find that the
passage of this Ordinance will promote the health, safety and welfare of the Village.
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NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE PRESIDENT AND BOARD OF
TRUSTEES OF THE VILLAGE OF PLAINFIELD, WILL AND KENDALL COUNTIES,
ILLINOIS, as follows:
SECTION ONE. That the Preamble to this Ordinance and Exhibits are adopted
by this reference as if fully set forth herein.
SECTION TWO. That Chapter 4, Article II entitled "Alcoholic Liquors" be and
hereby is repealed in its entirety and replaced with the text set forth below.
SECTION THREE.
Section 4-15. Definitions.
Unless the context otherwise requires, the following terms used in this article
shall be construed according to the definitions given below:
Alcoholic liquor.
(1) Any spirits, wine, beer, ale or other liquid intended as a beverage and
containing more than one-half of one (0.5) percent of alcohol by volume.
(2) Any beverage containing any scientifically detectable trace of alcohol and
whose taste, color, odor and consistency are similar to the alcoholic beverages
known as beer and wine and, except for the reduced alcohol content, is marketed
as being similar to beer or wine.
Bar.A barrier or counter at and over which alcoholic liquor and foods are passed or
served.
Beer.A beverage obtained by alcoholic fermentation of an infusion or concoction of
barley or other grain, malt or hops, in water.
Beer garden.A privately owned outdoor location adjacent to a premise licensed for the
retail sale of alcoholic liquor for consumption on the licensed premises, pursuant to the
provisions of this article.
Caterer, Catering Establishment, Catering Service.A person or business that for
compensation processes, prepares and serves meals or food items for immediate off-
premises consumption at banquets, dinners or other special occasions, where the
recipients of the food or service are specifically invited to each particular event. This
definition shall not include any business location where on-premises over-the-counter
retail sale of food items occurs.
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Control of premises.The legal or beneficial ownership, rental, lease or holding of a
license shall constitute control of property. Control may also exist where none of the
aforesaid legal relationships apply, but where an adult is otherwise in charge of, or
charged with, controlling a particular premises.
Convenience store.A building less than three thousand (3,000) square feet in size, in
which the primary business conducted is the sale of food products, beverages,
household products, cosmetic items, reading materials and other goods for the
convenience of the public.
Craft beer. Beer from a craft brewery that (1) produces less than two million
(2,000,000) barrels of beer annually; (2) is less than twenty-five (25) percent owned or
controlled by an alcoholic beverage industry member that is not a craft brewer; and (3)
produces a significant volume of either malt beers or beers that use adjuncts to
enhance, rather than to lighten, flavor.
Delivery of alcoholic liquor.The sale, giving or exchange of alcoholic liquor from one
person to another. Delivery is meant to include the act of providing alcoholic liquor, by
any means, to one person from another.
Distilled spirits.Any beverage containing alcohol obtained by distillation of grains, fruits
or vegetables, that have gone through alcoholic fermentation.
Drink. Beer, wine or distilled spirits in a cup, glass, bottle or other container measured
as follows:
(a) A serving of not more than twenty-six (26) ounces of beer;
(b) A serving of not more than seven (7) ounces of wine;
(c) A serving of not more than three (3) ounces of distilled spirits; or
(d) A serving of not more than sixteen (16) ounces of beer accompanied by a
separate serving of not more than one and one-half (1.5) ounces of
distilled spirits.
Drive-in restaurant.A food service establishment with or without interior facilities for
eating, which caters to and permits the consumption of food either in customers'
automobiles parked on the premises or in other designated areas on the premises
outside the establishment where the food is prepared. For purposes of this article,
"Drive-in restaurant" shall not be included in the definition of "restaurant."
Employee. Any individual hired to regularly provide services related to a licensee's sale
or offer for sale of alcoholic liquor pursuant to the licensee's license classification, in
exchange for compensation from which applicable taxes are withheld, and over whom
the licensee maintains control for employment purposes. This definition does not
include individuals who provide services as an independent contractor.
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Entertainment.Any live act or live performance whether or not using sound
amplification, and/or any playing of pre-recorded music or voices by use of a juke box or
music vending machine or device which, upon insertion of a coin, slug, token, plate, disc
or key into any slot or other opening, or by the payment of any other consideration,
operates or may be operated for the emission of songs, music or similar amusement.
False identification.Any document used for identification or proof of age that is altered
or defaced, or contains false or misleading information, or a name that is not the actual
name of the person using the subject identification.
Fighting.Any threatening or touching of another person which provokes or tends to
provoke a breach of the peace.
Gambling. Any act in violation of section 5/28-1(a)(1)--(a)(12), 5/28-1.1, 5/28-2 or 5/28-
3 of the Illinois Criminal Code of 1961 (720 ILCS 5/1-1 et seq.), as amended.
General public.The whole body politic, including residents of the Village, the State of
Illinois and the United States of America, and/or persons at large traveling through the
Village, as different from the designation of a particular person or group of persons.
Growler. A refillable, sealed container sold on a licensed premises by a licensee,
containing craft beer for consumption off the licensed premises.
Impairment.Any diminution or compromise of a person's physical, mental or perceptual
abilities due to the consumption of alcoholic liquor. Impairment does not require that the
blood alcohol content be in excess of any particular gram of alcohol to milliliters of blood
or breath ratio.
License or local liquor license.The specific grant of the privilege and authority to sell or
offer for sale alcoholic liquor at retail in the manner set forth in the text of a particular
license classification.
Licensee.That person who by issuance of a license/permit pursuant to this article, has
been given the privilege by the local liquor control commissioner to engage in the retail
sale, production and/or storage of alcoholic liquor in the Village, pursuant to the terms of
the license/permit. This shall include the holder of a local liquor license/permit, or any
officer, principal, employee or agent of the licensee.
Licensed premises. The building, portion of the building, place or location described in a
local liquor license/permit where alcoholic liquor may be stored, displayed, or offered for
sale by the licensee, pursuant to the terms of their license/permit. Not included in this
definition are sidewalks, streets, parking areas and grounds adjacent to any such
building, place or location unless specified in the license/permit.
Liquor Control Act. The Liquor Control of Act of 1934, as amended (235 ILCS 5/6-1, et
seq.).
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Local liquor control commission.The office of the mayor or the president of the Village
as assisted by appropriate legal counsel; this may include such other persons as the
mayor may appoint to aid in the exercise of the powers and the performance of the
duties of the local liquor control commissioner.
Local liquor control commissioner.The mayor or president of the board of trustees of
the Village acting ex-officio.
Lounge.That portion of a licensed premises kept, used, maintained, advertised and
held out to the public as a place where alcoholic liquor is offered for retail sale for
consumption on the licensed premises only, and not necessarily in conjunction with the
full service of meals. This definition may also include the terms “cocktail lounges” or
“bars”.
Maintenance of order standard.That standard by which it shall be determined whether
a licensee has maintained order on the licensed premises. Adherence to this standard
shall be a duty of the licensee and shall generally be stated as the establishment and
maintenance of the optimum precautions and actions that are practical for deterring and
preventing fighting as defined in this article.
Meal package. A food and beverage package, which may or may not include
entertainment, where the service of alcoholic liquor is an accompaniment to food,
including but not limited to a meal, tour, tasting, or any combination thereof for a fixed
price by a licensee operating within a sports facility, restaurant, winery, brewery or
distillery.
Original package.Any bottle, flask, jug, can, barrel, keg or other receptacle or container
used, corked or capped, sealed and labeled by the manufacturer of alcoholic liquor to
contain and convey or distribute any alcoholic liquor.
Parent.A natural or adoptive parent or a court-designated guardian.
Party package. A private party, function or event for a specific social or business
occasion, either arranged by invitation or reservation for a defined number of
individuals, that is not open to the general public and where attendees are served both
food and alcohol for a fixed price in a dedicated space.
Patron. Any customer of or visitor to a licensed premises.
Permit.The specific grant of a privilege and authority to a person to act in the manner
proscribed by the text of a permit issued pursuant to this article.
Private club.A not-for-profit corporation organized and operated under the laws of the
State of Illinois, supported by the dues of its members and organized solely for the
promotion of a common objective other than the sale or consumption of alcoholic liquor,
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and owning or leasing a building or space in a building suitable and adequate for the
reasonable accommodation of its members and their guests, and provided with suitable
and adequate kitchen and dining room space and equipment and maintaining a
sufficient number of employees or staff for cooking, preparing and serving food and
meals for its members and their guests. No member, officer, agent or employee of the
club shall be paid, or directly or indirectly receive, in the form of salary or other
compensation, any profits from the distribution or sale of alcoholic liquor to the club, its
members or guests, beyond the amount of the salary fixed by the club's governing body
out of the general revenue of the club.
Recreational Facility: Any racquetball club, tennis club, health club, sports complex or
bowling alley, wherein at least eighty-five (85) percent of the retail floor area is devoted
to a recreational purpose(s) and not the sale or consumption of alcoholic liquor.
Restaurant.Any public place, without sleeping accommodations, maintained and held
out to the public as a place primarily devoted to full-service, sit-down dining, including
dinner and/or luncheon menus at which the service of alcoholic liquor is incidental and
complementary to the service of such meals, and where not less than seventy-five (75)
percent of the retail floor area is devoted to the service of complete sit-down meals from
a menu and not more than twenty-five (25) percent of the retail floor area is devoted to
lounge, bar and/or banquet purposes. Limited food service, as typically provided by
drive-in restaurants, diners, coffee shops, fast food operations and similar uses, does
not satisfy the requirements of this definition.
Retail sale.The transfer, sale, delivery, exchange or barter in any manner of alcoholic
liquor to a consumer, private club member, or general public by any person, whether
principal, proprietor, agent, servant or employee of a licensee, as distinguished from the
sale or delivery for legal resale.
Salon (Full-Service). A non-home based business that offers hair, nail and skin care
services, but does not provide full body massages or similar services in private rooms.
School. An educational institution, including preschools and daycare centers, but not
including undergraduate or postgraduate colleges and universities, having a formal
curriculum consisting of recognized academic subjects.
Service station. A non-home based business where the primary service offered is the
sale of gasoline for motor vehicles.
Shot. A serving of not more than one and one-half (1.5) ounces of distilled spirits.
State commission.The State of Illinois Liquor Control Commission, as defined under
the Liquor Control of Act of 1934, as amended (235 ILCS 5/6-1, et seq.).
Underage person.Any person under twenty-one (21) years of age.
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Village Code (Local Ordinance).The Village of Plainfield Code of Ordinances, as
amended.
Wine.Any beverage obtained by the fermentation of the natural contents of fruits or
vegetables containing sugar when fortified by the addition of alcohol or distilled spirits,
as defined above.
(Ord. No. _____, eff. ______)
State law references:Definitions relating to liquor control, 235 ILCS 5/1-3; local liquor control
commissioner, 235 ILCS 5/4-2.
Sec. 4-16. Local liquor control commissioner; powers, duties and functions;
compensation.
(a) Commissioner. The Village President shall, in accordance with local and
state law, serve as the local liquor control commissioner of the Village, and shall be
charged with the administration of the provisions of Chapter 235 of the Illinois Compiled
Statutes, "The Liquor Control Act of 1934," and of such ordinances and resolutions
relating to alcoholic liquor as may be enacted. The Village President may appoint a
person or persons to assist him in the exercise of the powers and the performance of
the duties provided for such local liquor control commissioner. Any person so appointed
by the local liquor control commissioner shall have the powers granted to the local liquor
control commissioner by this section.
(b) Powers, Duties and Functions. The local liquor control commissioner shall
have all of the powers, functions and duties delegated to that office by the Liquor
Control Act and the resolutions and ordinances of the Village, including but not limited to
the following powers, duties and functions with respect to local liquor licenses/permits:
1. To grant and/or suspend for not more than thirty (30) days or revoke for
cause, any local liquor license/permit issued by the Village to persons or entities
for premises within the local liquor control commissioner's jurisdiction, and to
impose fines as authorized by this article.
2. To adopt rules and regulations for the conduct and operation of a
licensee's business which are not inconsistent with state law or the resolutions
and ordinances of the Village.
3. To enter or to authorize any law enforcement officer(s) to enter, at any
time and with notice as required pursuant to state law, upon any licensed
premises to determine whether the provisions of applicable state law, Village
Code or the rules or regulations adopted by the local liquor control commissioner
or by the state commission, have been or are being violated, and to examine the
licensed premises in connection therewith.
4. To receive complaints from any citizen within his jurisdiction that any of
the provisions of state law or the Village Code have been or are being violated
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5. To order local liquor license/permit fees be paid to the Village.
6. To examine, or cause to be examined, under oath, any applicant for a
local liquor license/permit, or as applicable for a renewal thereof, or any licensee
upon whom notice of revocation or suspension has been served, or any licensee
against whom a citation proceeding has been instituted by the state commission;
to examine, or cause to be examined, the books and records of any such
applicant, licensee or respondent; to hear testimony and take proof for his
information in the performance of his duties; and for such purpose to issue
subpoenas which shall be effective in any part of this state. For the purpose of
obtaining any of the information desired by the local liquor control commissioner
under this section, he may authorize his agent to act on his behalf.
7. To order, upon the issuance of a written order, the licensed premises
closed for not more than seven (7) days, giving the licensee an opportunity to be
heard during that period, if the local liquor control commissioner has reason to
believe that any continued operation of a particular licensed premises will
immediately threaten the welfare of the community; except that if such licensee
shall also be engaged in the conduct of another business or businesses on the
licensed premises unrelated to the local liquor license, such order shall not be
applicable to the other business or businesses.
8. To suspend, pending a hearing within fifteen (15) days of service of a
notice of suspension, the privilege of delivering alcoholic liquor by any licensee
who does not display a currently valid state and local liquor license, or who in the
judgment of the local liquor commissioner is operating a business in such a
manner as to endanger the health or safety of patrons of the premises or of the
community.
(c) Duty to Report. The local liquor control commissioner shall, upon entering an
order or ruling relative to a local liquor commission hearing, report to the Village Board
at its next regularly scheduled meeting, his findings and the penalties, if any, initiated
against the licensee.
(d) Compensation. As compensation for such duties, the local liquor control
commissioner shall receive the sum of One Thousand Five Hundred Dollars ($1,500.00)
annually, payable in twelve (12) monthly installments. The corporate authorities may
from time to time fix and pay compensation to the deputies, assistants or employees of
the local liquor control commissioner as may be deemed necessary for the proper
performance of the duties vested in them.
(Ord. No. _______, eff. ________)
Sec. 4-17. License required.
(a) It shall be unlawful to sell at retail, deliver, give away, or dispense in any
fashion in the Village, any alcoholic liquor without first obtaining a local liquor
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license/permit pursuant to this article, for each location, place or premises where the
retailer is located, or to do so in violation of the terms of such license/permit.
(b) Where two (2) or more such locations, places or premises are under the
same roof or at the same street address, a separate license/permit shall be obtained for
each such location, place or premises, unless otherwise authorized by the local liquor
control commissioner.
(c) The issuance to, or possession by, any person of a retail liquor dealer tax
stamp issued for a current tax period by the United States Government or any of its
agencies, shall constitute prima facie evidence that such person is subject to the
provisions of this article.
(d) Within fifteen (15) days after obtaining a local liquor license/permit pursuant
to this article, the licensee shall, as applicable, obtain a similar liquor license required by
the State of Illinois for the sale at retail of any alcoholic liquor. No alcoholic liquor may
be purveyed by the licensee under a license/permit issued pursuant to this article until
the applicable state license is obtained by the licensee and proof of same is provided to
the local liquor control commissioner. The licensee must maintain its state license in
good standing for the term of its local liquor license/permit.
(e) All licensees shall cause the license issued pursuant to this article, the
similar state license, and the signage requirements set forth in section 4-45 below, to be
framed and displayed at all times on the licensed premises in a conspicuous location,
prominently visible to all patrons. Permits issued pursuant to this article shall be
produced to the Village upon demand.
(Ord. No. _____, eff. _____)
Sec. 4-18. Application for local liquor license/permit.
(a) Application for a license/permit shall be made to the local liquor control
commissioner. The application shall be in writing on forms provided by the local liquor
control commissioner, signed by the applicant if an individual, or by a duly authorized
agent if a club or corporation, verified by oath or affidavit, and shall require such
information as determined by the local liquor control commissioner, including but not
limited to the following:
(1) The full name, age, address, date of birth and citizenship of the applicant in
the case of an individual; and if a naturalized citizen, also the date and place of
naturalization.
(2) In the case of a partnership, the name(s), age(s), date(s) of birth and
citizenship of the persons entitled to share in the profits thereof; in the case of a
corporation or limited liability company, the date of incorporation if an Illinois
corporation or the date of becoming qualified under the Illinois Business
Corporation Act (805 ILCS 5/1.01 et seq.) to transact business in Illinois if a
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foreign corporation, and the name(s), address(es) and date(s) of birth of each
officer, director, manager, member, persons owning directly or beneficially more
than five (5) percent of the stock of such corporation, and of the person to act as
manager of the licensed premises.
(3) The purpose and character of the applicant’s business.
(4) The length of time the applicant has been in business of that character.
(5) The location and description of the premises or place of business which is to
be operated under such license/permit.
(6) If a leased premises, a copy of the lease shall be provided and shall be for a
term of sufficient length to encompass the period of the license/permit sought;
and the name(s) and address(es) of the owner(s) of the premises or of the
owner(s) of the beneficial interest of any trust if the premises is held in trust,
along with a statement from such owner(s) authorizing the use of the premises
for such purpose if the owner(s) is different from the applicant.
(7) A statement that the applicant has never been convicted of a felony and is
not disqualified to receive a license/permit by reason of any matter or thing
contained in this article, or pursuant to the laws of the State of Illinois or Village
Code.
(8) Whether a previous license/permit by any state or subdivision thereof, or by
the federal government has been applied for or issued; if so where and when, or
if any such license/permit was revoked and the reason(s) for the revocation.
(9) A statement that the applicant will not violate any laws of the United States,
the State of Illinois, or Village Code in the conduct of his business.
(10) A statement that the applicant has not received or borrowed money or
anything of value, and that he will not receive or borrow money or anything of
value (other than merchandising credit in the ordinary course of business for a
period not to exceed ninety (90) days, as provided by statute), directly or
indirectly from any manufacturer, importing distributor or distributor
representative of any such manufacturer, importing distributor or distributor of
alcoholic liquor and has not been a party in any way, directly or indirectly, to any
violation by a manufacturer, distributor or importing distributor as prescribed by
statute.
(11) A statement that at least one person eligible to be issued, and to sign the
application for the local liquor license, is eighteen (18) years of age or older (e.g.,
officer, director, stockholder, manager, agent or partner).
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(b) Only completed and fully executed applications will be considered by the
local liquor control commissioner. Applications that are incomplete, inaccurate or fail to
contain the statements or information required by this section will not be considered.
Each application shall be accompanied by a nonrefundable application fee of Two
Hundred Fifty Dollars ($250.00).
(c) Applications for a new local liquor license/permit shall also require a criminal
background check, including fingerprinting of the applicant/owner(s) of the prospective
licensee. At the discretion of the local liquor control commissioner, background checks
and fingerprinting of the manager(s) of a prospective licensee may also be required.
The applicant's background check shall be without charge, however any background
checks required for manager(s) of each licensee shall be at a cost of Fifty Dollars
($50.00) per individual. At the discretion of the local liquor control commissioner the
fingerprints of an applicant for renewal of a license/permit, whether said applicant is an
individual, firm, association or partnership, may also be required. Should the applicant
be a corporation, or a limited liability company, the local liquor control commissioner
shall require the following individuals to be fingerprinted: the officer(s), manager(s) or
director(s) thereof, or any member(s) or stockholder(s) owning in the aggregate more
than five (5) percent of the capital stock of said corporation or limited liability company.
These individuals shall appear at the Plainfield Police Department for fingerprinting so
an adequate investigation may be performed to enable the local liquor control
commissioner to ascertain whether the issuance of a license/permit will comply with the
laws of the State of Illinois and the Village Code, as applicable. The fingerprints shall be
processed by the Illinois State Police in conjunction with the Federal Bureau of
Investigation. The cost of fingerprinting and processing shall be paid by the applicant.
(d) All local liquor licenses/permits shall be conditioned on the acquisition and
maintenance in good standing by the applicant and licensee of a surety bond. Prior to
the issuance of a local liquor license/permit to an applicant, the applicant shall furnish to
the Village a surety bond in the amount of One Thousand Dollars ($1,000.00) against
any violation by the principal, the principal's agents or employees, of any of the terms of
this article, or other applicable provisions of the Village Code, rules and regulations or
penalties now in force or which may hereafter be in force in the Village affecting the
operation of the licensed business. The surety company must be acceptable to the local
liquor control commissioner in his sole discretion. Such bond shall be forfeited
automatically on revocation of the local liquor license for which the bond was furnished
if revocation was for cause.
(e) All local liquor licenses/permits shall be conditioned on the acquisition and
maintenance in good standing by the applicant and licensee of general liability
insurance in the amount of at least One Million Dollars ($1,000,000.00) for injury or
death to any person and One Million Dollars ($1,000,000.00) for damage to property
and dram shop liability insurance at least to the maximum amount recoverable under
applicable state statutes and as required under Section 4-38 of this article. Before any
local liquor license/permit may be issued, the applicant shall furnish the local liquor
control commissioner with a certificate from an insurance company authorized to do
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business in this state certifying the applicant has such insurance policies in force for the
full period for which the local liquor license is to be issued.
(f) No license/permit may be issued by the local liquor control commissioner until
all information and documentation required in the application or required by this section
have been provided, all of the reports from the various departments and agencies with
respect to background checks have been completed and all fees due from the applicant
have been paid in full.
(g) Upon issuance of any license/permit under this article, the licensee shall
keep the information contained in the application current by furnishing to the local liquor
control commissioner, within thirty (30) days of any change in such information, written
notice of the change in information.
(Ord. No. _____, eff. _____)
Sec. 4-19. Management.
(a) It is recognized that a licensee may, from time to time, desire to hire or retain,
as an independent contractor, a management entity to manage, generally
operate and be responsible for the licensed premises. No licensee shall permit a
management entity to perform such a function unless the management entity has been
certified to do so by the local liquor control commissioner. To be certified by the local
liquor control commissioner, a management entity must execute a liquor license
application reflecting the entity's business status (i.e., sole proprietorship, partnership or
corporation). A management entity must meet all pertinent licensing requirements of
this article, as if it were an applicant for an individual license (other than for a surety
bond and dram shop coverage) and meet the same standards as a licensee. The
application shall be accompanied by a non-refundable application fee of Two Hundred
Fifty Dollars ($250.00) and no management entity may be qualified unless a certification
fee of Seven Hundred Fifty Dollars ($750.00) has been paid. A management entity
shall be subject to the jurisdiction of the local liquor control commissioner in the same
manner as a licensee. The application, approval and qualification requirements for
management entities shall be conditions attached to the license of the business
employing them, and any violations of those requirements may result in license
penalties for the employing business, including suspension, revocation and/or fines. If
there is a violation on the licensed premises, the management company and the
licensee shall be jointly and severally responsible.
(b) During the term of a local liquor license/permit, a licensee shall have
available a manger or owner who is identified in the licensee's liquor license application,
as a member of the licensee's managerial staff. Any change to the licensee’s
managerial staff must be reported to the Village within thirty (30) days of the change.
Each manager, at the discretion of the local liquor control commissioner, may be subject
to a criminal background check and fingerprinting by the Village’s police department.
(Ord. No. ____, eff. _____)
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Sec. 4-20. Restrictions on issuance of liquor license/permit.
(a) No license/permit under this article shall be issued to the following:
(1) A person who is not of good character and reputation in the community in
which he resides.
(2) A person who is not a citizen or a legal resident of the United States.
(3) A person who has been convicted of a felony under any federal or state law,
or of a violation of Village Code under this chapter, unless the local liquor control
commissioner determines in his sole discretion that such person has been
sufficiently rehabilitated to warrant the public trust after considering matters set
forth in such person's application and the commissioner's investigation. The
burden of proof of sufficient rehabilitation shall be on the applicant.
(4) A person who has been convicted of pandering or other crime opposed to
decency and morality.
(5) A person whose license/permit issued under this article was previously
revoked for cause.
(6) A person who at the time of application for renewal of any license/permit
issued hereunder would not be eligible for such license/permit under a first
application.
(7) A co-partnership, if any general partnership, limited partnership or other
member of such co-partnership owning more than five (5) percent of the
aggregate limited partner interest in such co-partnership would not be eligible to
receive a license/permit under this article for any reason other than citizenship
and/or residency.
(8) A corporation or limited liability company, if any member, officer, manager, or
director thereof, or any stockholder(s) owning in the aggregate more than five (5)
percent of the stock of such corporation or limited liability company would not be
eligible to receive a license/permit hereunder for any reason other than
citizenship and/or residency.
(9) A person whose place of business is conducted by a manager or agent
unless the manager or agent possesses the same qualifications required of the
licensee.
(10) A person who is a beneficial owner of the business to be operated by the
licensee on the premises for which the license/permit is sought, or does not have
a lease for that premises for the full term of the subject license/permit.
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(11) A person who has been convicted of a violation of any federal or state law
concerning the manufacture, possession or sale of alcoholic liquor, or who shall
have forfeited his bond to appear in court to answer charges for any such
violation.
(12) Any law-enforcing public official, including the president of the Village
Board, any member of the Village Board, and any member of the corporate
authorities within their own community; and no such official shall have a direct
interest in the manufacture, sale or distribution of alcoholic liquor, except that a
license/permit may be granted to such official in relation to premises which are
not located within the territory subject to the jurisdiction of that official if the
issuance of such license/permit is approved by the local liquor control
commissioner and as applicable the state commission; and except that a
license/permit may be granted to a member of the Village Board in relation to
premises that are located within the territory subject to the jurisdiction of that
official if (i) the sale of alcoholic liquor pursuant to the license/permit is incidental
to the selling of food; (ii) the issuance of the license/permit is approved by the
state commission, if applicable; (iii) the issuance of the license/permit is in
accordance with all applicable local ordinances in effect where the premises are
located; and (iv) the official granted a license/permit does not vote on alcoholic
liquor issues before the board to which the license holder is elected.
Notwithstanding any provision of this paragraph to the contrary, a member of the
Village Board may have a direct interest in the manufacture, sale or distribution
of alcoholic liquor provided he is not a law enforcing public official or president of
the Village Board. To prevent any conflict of interest, the elected official with the
direct interest in the manufacture, sale, or distribution of alcoholic liquor cannot
participate in any meetings, hearings or decisions on matters impacting the
manufacture, sale or distribution of alcoholic liquor.
(13) Any person not eligible for a state retail liquor dealer's license.
(14) Any other person where prohibited by state statute.
(15) A corporation or limited liability company unless it is incorporated or
organized in Illinois, or unless it is a foreign corporation qualified and registered
under the Business Corporation Act of 1983 (805 ILCS 5/1.01 et seq.) or the
Limited Liability Company Act (805 ILCS 180/1-1 et seq.) to transact business in
Illinois.
(16) A member or manager of a partnership if any such member or manager is
not a citizen or legal resident of the United States.
(17) A person who has been convicted of a gambling offense as proscribed by
720 ILCS 5/28-1(a)(1)--(a)(11), as amended, or as proscribed by 720 ILCS 5/28-
1.1 or 5/28-3, as amended, or any other applicable state statute.
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(18) A person or entity to whom a federal wagering stamp has been issued by
the federal government, unless the person or entity is eligible to be issued a
license under the Raffles Act (230 ILCS 15/0/01 et seq.) or the Illinois Pull Tabs
and Jar Games Act (235 ILCS 20/1 et seq.).
(b) Corporate exception.
A criminal conviction of a corporation is not grounds for the denial, suspension or
revocation of a license/permit applied for or held by the corporation if the criminal
conviction was not the result of a violation of any federal or state law concerning the
manufacture, possession or sale of alcoholic liquor; or if the offense that led to the
conviction did not result in any financial gain to the corporation and the corporation
has terminated its relationship with each director, officer, employee and/or
controlling shareholder whose actions directly contributed to the conviction. The
local liquor control commissioner shall determine if all provisions of this subsection
(b) have been met before any action on the corporation's license/permit is initiated.
(Ord. No. ____, eff._____)
Sec. 4-21. Term; prorating application fee.
(a) Each license issued under this article shall commence on July 1 and shall
terminate on June 30 next following the date of issuance.
(b) License fees shall not be prorated except in the following instances:
(1) Where the license is obtained after July 1 of any license year, the fee shall
be reduced in proportion to the number of full calendar months that have expired
in the license term.
(2) Where the license is returned by the license holder upon the permanent
closing of the business, and not upon the sale or transfer of the business or
assets thereof, the fee paid shall be returned in proportion to the number of full
calendar months which have not expired in the license term, less an
administrative fee of One Hundred Dollars ($100.00).
(c) Each permit issued under this article shall commence and terminate on
the dates identified in the permit. Permit fees shall not be prorated.
(Ord. No. ____, eff. ______)
State law references:Privilege granted by license, 235 ILCS 5/6-1.
Sec. 4-22. License classifications; permits.
(a) License Classifications. Every person engaged in the retail sale and delivery
of alcoholic liquor in the Village must first obtain the appropriate license authorizing the
sale and delivery of alcoholic liquor at the business at which it may be sold. No license
shall be issued unless the applicant has met all qualifications for the requested license.
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All new, transferred or renewed licenses issued after July 21,1997 shall be divided into
the following classifications:
Class A – Retail Sale License (Consumption On/Off Licensed Premises): Class
A license shall authorize the retail sale of alcoholic liquor for consumption on and
off the licensed premises. The annual fee for such license shall be One
Thousand Nine Hundred Dollars ($1,900.00). There shall be no more than ___
Class A licenses issued at any one time.
Class B – Grocery Store/Supermarket; Service Station License: Class B license
shall authorize the retail sale of alcoholic liquor not for consumption on the
licensed premises where sold, by retail food establishments commonly referred
to as grocery stores or supermarkets, and the retail sale of beer and/or wine by a
service station, as that term is defined in section 4-15 above. This license
classification requires that (a) the retail floor area devoted to the display of
alcoholic liquor shall not exceed ten (10) percent of the total retail floor area of
the licensed premises; (b) all alcoholic liquor sales and storage shall occur in a
location physically separate from the sale and storage of all other merchandise
offered for retail sale at the licensed premises; and (c) the licensee maintain a
separate cash register and full-time cashier located in the separated area
dedicated solely to the retail sale of alcoholic liquor. The annual fee for such
license shall be One Thousand Five Hundred Dollars ($1,500.00). There shall be
no more than ___Class B licenses issued at any one time.
Class C – Package Store License: Class C license shall authorize the retail sale
of alcoholic liquor, only in the original package and not for consumption on the
licensed premises where sold, by establishments commonly known as package
stores; provided the licensee dedicates substantially all of the retail floor space of
the licensed premises to the display of alcoholic liquor. Licensees holding a
Class C license shall also be permitted, in conjunction with their business
operations, to conduct sampling on the licensed premises of alcoholic liquor sold
by the licensee. All sampling shall be attended and supervised by a BASSET
certified manager and must occur in a single designated location at the licensed
premises as approved by the local liquor control commissioner. Class C
licensees shall not provide more than three (3) free samples, each of which shall
not exceed one-quarter (1/4) fluid ounce, to any patron in a single day. Sampling
shall be subject to any additional regulations deemed necessary by the local
liquor control commissioner. The annual fee for such license shall be One
Thousand Five Hundred Dollars ($1,500.00). There shall be no more than ___
Class C licenses issued at any one time.
Class D – Convenience Store License: Class D license shall authorize the retail
sale of alcoholic liquor only in the original package, and only for consumption off
the licensed premises where sold, by retail establishments commonly referred to
as convenience stores, as that term is defined in section 4-15 above. This
classification of license requires that the retail floor space devoted to the display
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of alcoholic liquor be confined to a liquor display area approved by the local
liquor commissioner or his designee and shall not exceed thirty (30) percent of
the total retail floor area of the licensed premises. The annual fee for such
license shall be One Thousand Five Hundred Dollars ($1,500.00). There shall be
no more than ___ Class D licenses issued at any one time.
Class E – Limited Service Dining License: Class E license shall authorize the
retail sale of alcoholic liquor, as identified in the license, on the licensed premises
where sold, where no portion of the licensed premises contains a lounge or bar,
and the primary business conducted on the licensed premises is a: (a) coffee
shop; or (b) limited service dining establishment where food is prepared for
consumption on or off the licensed premises and the service of alcoholic liquor is
incidental to the sale of food prepared for limited sit-down dining on the licensed
premises. The retail sale of alcoholic liquor for consumption off the licensed
premises is prohibited. The annual fee for such license shall be (a) One
Thousand Dollars ($1,000.00) for Class E licensees selling beer and/or wine
only; and (b) One Thousand Five Hundred Dollars ($1,500.00) for all other Class
E licensees. There shall be no more than ___Class E licenses issued at any one
time.
Class F – Restaurant License: Class F license shall authorize the retail sale of
alcoholic liquor on the licensed premises, when served at dining tables with food
for consumption on the licensed premises, when the primary business conducted
on the licensed premises is that of a restaurant, as that term is defined in Section
4-15 above. The sale of alcoholic liquor for consumption off the licensed
premises is expressly prohibited, except a Class F license shall authorize a
licensee to:
(a) Allow a patron of legal drinking age who orders and is served a meal at
the licensed premises to remove from the licensed premises one
unsealed and partially consumed bottle of wine, for off-premise
consumption, provided the patron removing the partially consumed
bottle of wine has consumed a portion of the bottle of wine with the
purchased meal at the licensed premises. Every such bottle of wine
shall be opened by the licensee’s agent or employee, and the partially
consumed bottle of wine may only be removed from the licensed
premises after being securely sealed in a transparent one-time-use
tamper-proof bag, by the licensee or his agent prior to removal from
the licensed premises. The licensee or his agent shall provide a dated
receipt for the bottle of wine removed from the licensed premises by
the patron. It shall be unlawful for the licensee, agent or employee of
the licensee to permit a patron to leave the licensed premises with any
open alcohol not resealed in compliance with this section.
(b) Allow a patron of legal drinking age who orders and is served a meal at
the licensed premises, to bring, per individual visit, one (1) bottle of
wine on the licensed premises, to be consumed with the purchased
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meal. The wine must be commercially manufactured, sealed in its
original package, given to the licensee’s agent or employee before the
patron is seated and opened only by the licensee, its agent or
employee. The partially consumed bottle of wine may only be
removed from the licensed premises upon being securely sealed in a
transparent one-time-use tamper-proof bag, by the licensee or his
agent, prior to removal from the licensed premises. It shall be unlawful
for the licensee, agent or employee of the licensee to permit a patron
to leave the licensed premises with any open alcohol, not resealed in
compliance with this section.
(c) Sell for consumption off the licensed premises a commercially
manufactured bottled wine or craft beer registered with the State of
Illinois Liquor Control Commission, sealed in its original package with
the seal unbroken.
(d) Sell alcoholic liquor for consumption off the licensed premises in
conjunction with the sale of a gift box or gift basket consisting of other
non-alcohol items, when the alcoholic liquor is ancillary to the gift box
or gift basket.
The annual fee for such license shall be One Thousand Nine Hundred
($1,900.00). There shall be no more than ___ Class F licenses issued at any one
time.
Class G –Bar and Grill License: Class G license shall authorize the retail sale of
alcoholic liquor on the licensed premises for consumption on the licensed
premises when the primary business conducted upon the licensed premises is
that of a bar and grill. For purposes of this section a bar and grill must derive at
least forty (40) percent of its annual gross revenue from the sale of food. The
determination of whether the forty (40) percent gross revenue standard is met
shall be made at the time of license renewal for the calendar year just ended
based upon records that shall include, but not be limited to, audited financial
statements, corporate financial reports, tax returns, state liquor license reports or
other information deemed acceptable by the local liquor control commissioner or
his designee. The annual fee for such license shall be One Thousand Eight
Hundred Dollars ($1,800.00). There shall be no more than ___ Class G licenses
issued at one time.
Class H –Microbrewery License: A Class H License shall authorize the retail
sale of (a) alcoholic liquor by microbreweries for consumption on the licensed
premises; and (b) the retail and wholesale sale of beer brewed on the licensed
premises for consumption off the licensed premises when sold in its original
package, provided the licensee has a restaurant, as that term is defined in
section 4-15 above, on the licensed premises. The annual fee for such license
shall be One Thousand Nine Hundred Dollars ($1,900.00). There shall be no
more than ___ Class H licenses issued at any one time.
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Class I –Social Club/Fraternal or Service Organization License: Class I License
shall authorize the retail sale of alcoholic liquor by a bona fide social club, or
fraternal or service organization, organized under the laws of the State of Illinois,
and not for pecuniary profit, solely for promotion of a common objective other
than the sale or consumption of alcoholic liquor, to its members, their guests
and/or at functions officially sanctioned by the club or organization, for
consumption on the licensed premises. A Class I license shall also allow live
entertainment on the licensed premises. The annual fee for such license shall be
Seven Hundred Fifty Dollars ($750.00). There shall be no more than ___ Class I
licenses issued at any one time.
Class J –Craft Distiller License (Production, Storage and Retail Sale): Class J
license shall authorize the (a) on-site production and storage of specified types of
alcoholic liquor, as determined by the local liquor control commissioner, in
quantities not to exceed fifteen thousand (15,000) gallons per year; (b) sale of
such alcoholic liquor for consumption off the licensed premises; and (c) on-site
sampling of such alcoholic liquor. Prior to the issuance of a Class J license, the
licensee must obtain a valid craft distiller license issued by the State of Illinois.
All products produced and stored on the licensed premises must be registered
with the state liquor commission. It shall be unlawful for a Class J licensee to sell
a container of alcoholic liquor for off-premises consumption unless the container
is greater than or equal to three hundred seventy-five milliliters (375 ml) in
volume. The production and sale of alcoholic liquor for consumption on the
licensed premises is expressly prohibited, except this class of license shall allow
the delivery of such alcoholic liquor, without a charge, by the licensee in limited
amounts for sampling purposes only, pursuant to the following conditions:
(a) Sampling is permitted only in conjunction with pre-scheduled
guided tours of the licensed premises. Such tours must be for the sole
purpose of promoting the sale of the alcoholic liquor produced and
stored on the licensed premises.
(b) All sampling shall be attended and supervised by a BASSET-
certified site manager and only in a designated on-site accessory
tasting room.
(c) Licensees shall not provide more than three (3) free samples, each
of which shall not exceed one-quarter (1/4) fluid ounce, to any person
inasingleday.
(d) Sampling shall be subject to such further regulations as deemed
necessary from time-to-time by the local liquor control commissioner.
It shall be unlawful for the holder of a Class J license to provide a sample of or
sell any alcoholic liquor before the hour of 12:00 p.m. or after the hour of 10:00
p.m. on any Sunday through Thursday; and before the hour of 11:00 a.m. or after
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the hour of 11:00 p.m. any Friday and/or Saturday. The annual fee for such
license shall be One Thousand Nine Hundred Dollars ($1,900.00). There shall
be no more than ___ Class J licenses issued at any one time.
Class K -Craft Beer License (Production, Storage and Retail Sale): Class K
license shall authorize the (a) production and storage of craft beer for retail sale
on the licensed premises; (b) storage of craft beer produced by regional craft
brewers other than the licensee, provided such storage is for the sole purpose of
on-site sampling of the craft beer pursuant to the terms of this article; (c) in-
person sales of craft beer to individuals for consumption off the licensed
premises; (c) distribution of not more than two hundred thirty-two thousand five
hundred (232,500) gallons per year of the licensee’s craft beer to other retail
licensees provided the licensee has obtained the required State self-distribution
exemption; and (d) on-site sampling of craft beer. Craft beer sold to individuals
for consumption off the licensed premises shall only be sold in pre-packaged
bottle(s), can(s), keg(s) and/or growler(s). Each Class K licensee must, prior to
the issuance of this license, comply with and adhere to all applicable federal,
state and local regulations, including but not limited to procurement of a Federal
Brewer’s Notice, Illinois Manufacturer’s (Brewer’s) Liquor License, State of Illinois
Craft Brewer’s License, State of Illinois self-distribution exemption, and any other
requisite license or permit for the manufacture, packaging, storing, sale and/or
distribution of craft beer.
The volume of craft beer produced on the licensed premises shall not exceed
four hundred sixty-five thousand (465,000) gallons per year. The portion of the
licensed premises dedicated to the manufacture of craft beer shall be segregated
from the remainder of the licensed premises and shall not generally be
accessible to the public. The licensee shall maintain accurate records as to the
total volume of craft beer manufactured on the licensed premises and the volume
of craft beer sold for consumption off the licensed premises. Upon demand, the
licensee shall immediately produce said records to the local liquor control
commissioner.
Not more than seventy-five percent (75%) of the total gross square footage area
of the licensed premises shall be designated to the retail sale of craft beer.
Under no circumstance shall the total gross square footage dedicated to the retail
sale of craft beer be more than three thousand (3,000) square feet.
The production and sale of craft beer for consumption on the licensed premises
is expressly prohibited, except this license classification shall allow the delivery of
craft beer by the licensee in limited amounts for sampling purposes only to (a)
licensee’s customers; and/or (b) attendees at certified educational or instructional
classes related to the production of craft beer and sponsored by the licensee on
the licensed premises, pursuant to the following conditions:
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(1) Sampling is permitted only during the licensee’s authorized retail sale
hours and may only occur on that portion of the licensed premises
dedicated to offering sampling, which area shall be segregated from
the manufacturing area of the licensed premises.
(2) Sampling by customers shall only occur from a single bar located on
the licensed premises, with seating at the bar available for such
sampling. No other customer seating on the licensed premises shall
be permitted. The provisions of this subparagraph (2) shall not apply to
sampling related to certified educational or instructional classes.
(3) Craft beer may be served for sampling purposes provided the total
quantity of the craft beer sampling package served to a single person
is not more than sixteen (16 ) ounces of craft beer.
(4) A price may be set for such sampling.
(5) All applicable taxes including sales tax shall be collected and paid on
all revenue realized from such sampling.
(6) All sampling shall be attended and supervised by a BASSET-certified
site manager.
(7) Sampling shall be subject to all other terms and conditions regulating
this license classification and to such further regulations as deemed
necessary from time-to-time by the local liquor control commissioner.
It shall be unlawful for the holder of a Class K license to provide a sample of or
sell craft beer before the hour of 12:00 p.m. or after the hour of 9:00 p.m. on any
Sunday; or before the hour of 9:00 a.m. or after the hour of 9:00 p.m. any
Monday through Saturday. The annual fee for such license shall be One
Thousand Nine Hundred Dollars ($1,900.00). There shall be no more than ___
Class K licenses issued at any one time.
Class L –Caterer, Catering Establishment, Catering Service License: Class L
license shall authorize the sale of alcoholic liquor on the licensed premises, for
consumption off the licensed premises, by a caterer, catering establishment or
catering service, as defined in section 4-15 of this article (collectively a “catering
business”) conducting business in the Village. This classification of license shall
only be issued to persons who demonstrate they are operating a bona fide
catering business. A licensee holding a Class L license may only serve alcoholic
liquor in conjunction with the operation of a catering business serving prepared
meals, and not in conjunction with the service of snacks, and only for
consumption on the premises where the meals are served. This license shall
only permit the service of alcoholic liquor by employees of the licensee, and only
to invited guests at the catered event. This license shall be issued only for the
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premises owned, operated or maintained by the catering business, or for a
location at which the catering business shall serve prepared meals and alcoholic
liquor. The annual fee for such license shall be One Thousand Two Hundred
Dollars ($1,200.00). There shall be no more than ___ Class L licenses issued at
any one time.
Class M – Recreational Facility License: Class M License shall authorize the
retail sale of alcoholic liquor for consumption on the licensed premises, when the
primary business conducted upon the licensed premises is that of a recreational
facility, as that term is defined in Section 4-15 above. The annual fee for such
license shall be One Thousand Nine Hundred Dollars ($1,900.00). There shall
be no more than ___ Class M licenses issued at any one time.
Class N – Private Club/Banquet Facility License: Class N License shall authorize
the sale of alcoholic liquor for consumption on the licensed premises at a private
club/banquet facility, at which private events are held, to persons personally
attending the private event. No private club/banquet facility shall permit any
outside alcoholic liquor on the licensed premises, or sell, offer for sale or serve
any alcoholic liquor before the hour of 11:00 a.m. or after the hour of 12:00 a.m.
on any day, or during a time when the private club/banquet facility is not holding
an event. The annual fee for such license shall be One Thousand Nine Hundred
Dollars ($1,900.00). There shall be no more than ___ Class N licenses issued at
any one time.
Class O – Business Site License: Class O License shall authorize the retail sale
of alcoholic liquor for consumption on the licensed premises, as specified in the
respective license. The retail sale of alcoholic liquor for consumption off the
licensed premises, and the possession of outside alcoholic liquor on the licensed
premises, is prohibited. Class O Licenses shall not be issued for locations where
the primary business conducted at the premises is the retail sale of food, food
products or alcoholic liquor. A Class O license shall permit the retail sale of
alcoholic liquor by the following businesses, subject to the conditions set forth
below:
(a)Art Studio: Authorizes the retail sale of alcoholic liquor for
consumption on the licensed premises at an art studio, at which public
and/or private events are held. The sale of alcoholic liquor at an art
studio shall only be to persons attending an event at the licensed
premises and for consumption during attendance at the event.It shall
be unlawful for the holder of a Class O license operating an art studio
to sell, offer for sale or serve, any alcoholic liquor before the hour of
10:00 a.m. or after the hour of 11:00 p.m.on any day, or during a time
when the art studio is not open for a public or private event.
(b)Salon (Non-Home Based/Full Service): Authorizes the retail sale of
wine and/or beer only for consumption by patrons present at a salon
and receiving advertised salon services not in a private room. The
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sale of wine and/or beer at a salon is limited to no more than two (2)
glasses of wine and/or beer per patron in a twenty-four (24) hour
period. The serving size for each glass of wine shall be no more than
six (6) ounces and for each glass of beer shall be no more than twelve
(12) ounces. It shall be unlawful for the holder of a Class O license
operating a salon to sell, offer for sale or serve any alcoholic liquor
before the hour of 10:00 a.m. or after the hour of 9:00 p.m.on any day,
or during a time when the salon is not open to the public.
The annual fee for such license shall be One Thousand Three Hundred and Fifty
Dollars ($1,350.00). There shall be no more than ___ Class O licenses issued at any
one time.
(Ord. No. ___, eff. ____)
(b)Permits:
The local liquor control commissioner may grant one or more of the permits
identified below, subject to the applicant meeting all requirements for issuance of the
requested permit(s). A permit shall not be issued to an applicant not compliant with
Village Code, and/or county and State public health/safety and fire prevention
ordinances, statutes and/or codes.
Event Permit: The local liquor control commissioner may grant an Event Permit
to:
(a) A local organization, business or group promoting an individual public
event, authorizing the temporary sale of beer, craft beer and/or wine
only, for consumption on a designated premises, as identified in the
Event Permit; or
(b) Eligible licensees for up to (2) events per year, allowing the sale of
alcoholic liquor, as permitted by the licensee’s then-current local liquor
license, at a site adjacent to the licensee’s then-current licensed
premises, for purposes of the event.
An Event Permit shall be valid for seventy-two (72) hours from commencement of
the event for which it is issued, and shall only apply to the event, location, dates
and hours authorized by the local liquor control commissioner. The local liquor
control commissioner may, in his discretion, extend the term of the Event Permit.
It shall be unlawful to hold an event without first obtaining an Event Permit, or to
do so in violation of the terms of the Event Permit. The fee for such a permit shall
be One Hundred Dollars ($100.00).
Beer Garden Permit: The local liquor control commissioner may grant a Beer
Garden Permit to eligible licensees allowing the licensee to sell alcoholic liquor,
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as authorized by their respective primary liquor license classification, in a beer
garden. The fee for such a permit shall be Three Hundred Dollars ($300.00).
Outdoor Dining Area Permit:The local liquor control commissioner may grant an
Outdoor Dining Area Permit to eligible licensees, allowing the sale of alcoholic
liquor by licensees, as authorized by their respective primary liquor license
classification, in an outdoor dining area designated by the local liquor control
commissioner, pursuant to Village policy for outdoor dining areas. The fee for
such a permit shall be Three Hundred Dollars ($300.00).
Entertainment permit. An Entertainment Permit allows for dancing by patrons
only, or other live entertainment including the appearance of amateur or
professional entertainers other than dancers, and the showing of commercially
produced movies or motion pictures upon the licensed premises only, and not
upon any adjacent site, for which a licensee has obtained an Event Permit. It
shall be unlawful to allow such entertainment on the licensed premises without
first obtaining an Entertainment Permit, or to do so in violation of the terms of that
Permit. Licensees may amplify recorded background music and brief business
related announcements on the licensed premises without necessity of an
Entertainment Permit provided such amplification is not audible more than
twenty-five (25) feet beyond the property line of the licensed premises. The fee
for such a permit shall be Three Hundred Dollars ($300.00).
Restrictions for an Event Permit, Beer Garden Permit and Outdoor Dining Area
Permit issued pursuant to this article, shall include but not be limited to, the
following:
1. The issuance of an Event Permit requires written consent of the Village's
police department and the local fire department to confirm compliance with
applicable state and local public health and fire prevention ordinances and
statutes, and Village Code, including but not limited to the provisions of this
article.
2. Identification of all patrons must be checked, as with normal business
operations, prior to entry into an event, Beer Garden or Outdoor Dining Area.
3. The sale, delivery or service of any alcoholic liquor shall be limited to the
premises identified in the Permit. All alcoholic liquor must stay within the
identified premises at all times and any outdoor area shall be entirely enclosed
with a fence demarcating the identified premises. The licensee is responsible for
ensuring patrons do not leave the premises with alcoholic liquor or hand alcoholic
liquor to persons outside the subject premises.
4. No alcoholic liquor may be brought onto, removed from or consumed on
the premises other than as permitted under the terms and conditions of the
permit.
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5. The service area must be clear of customers within thirty (30) minutes
after stopping sales. Licensees are solely responsible for the timely clearance of
all customers from the service area.
6. The Licensee shall maintain the premises in a neat, orderly and safe
condition, shall provide traffic control and sanitation facilities as may be required
by the local liquor control commissioner to protect the public health, safety,
welfare and morals of the residents of the Village, and shall restore the premises
after expiration of the permit to its prior condition, including the removal of trash,
rubbish and garbage in accordance with Village Code. Refuse containers at
each exit of the service area for garbage and/or unconsumed liquor must be
provided by the Licensee.
7. All persons selling, serving or dispensing any alcoholic liquor must be
readily identifiable and have attended the course of instruction identified in
section 4-25 of this article prior to the event for which the permit is issued.
8. All operations at an event, beer garden or outdoor dining area shall not
disturb the lawful use and quiet enjoyment of nearby properties. The local liquor
control commissioner may, in his discretion, modify the hours permitted for the
sale of alcoholic liquor pursuant to a permit, as deemed necessary to protect the
peace and quiet of the surrounding area.
9. Live music may be played at the premises identified in the Event Permit
on the dates and times when the event is open and operating, but shall not occur
after 10:00 p.m. prevailing time Sunday through Thursday, after 11:00 p.m.
prevailing time on Friday and Saturday, or before the hour of 11:00 a.m.
prevailing time of any day.
10. When applicable, all persons granted a permit pursuant to this article shall
also obtain an amplification license as required by Chapter 6, Article VII of the
Village Code. The local liquor control commissioner may attach such other
conditions to an Event Permit, Outdoor Beer Garden Permit or Outdoor Dining
Permit as he deems necessary to protect the peace and quiet of the surrounding
area. The local liquor control commissioner or his designee shall have the
absolute right, for cause and without the necessity of a hearing, to order the
immediate cessation of such live music.
11. Each licensee shall comply with all other applicable provisions of this
article, including but not limited section 4-38, Dram Shop Insurance.
12. With respect to the sale of craft beer by individual craft brewers, the
licensee shall, upon request of the local liquor control commissioner, produce to
the Village evidence satisfactory to the Village of the licensee’s relationship to
each individual craft brewer represented at the subject event.
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The local liquor control commissioner may impose such other restrictions on any
permit issued pursuant to this article as deemed appropriate in his discretion, including
but not limited to requiring the presence of uniformed police officer(s) at any location for
which a permit is issued. Violation(s) of this article may result in the suspension or
revocation of a local liquor license/permit issued pursuant to this article.
(Ord. No. ____, eff. ____)
Sec. 4-23. Number of licenses.
(a) The corporate authorities shall determine, by ordinance, the number of
licenses available in each classification. Neither the local liquor control commissioner
nor any other person or entity may issue local liquor licenses in a number that is in
excess of the number authorized by the corporate authorities. A current schedule of the
authorized number of licenses available in each classification shall be maintained by the
Village Clerk for the local liquor control commissioner.
(b) Upon the alienation, sale, transfer, assignment or donation of the business
that underlies the license, to any third party or person other than the licensee, the
license shall automatically become void and the number of available licenses in that
classification as authorized by the corporate authorities shall automatically be reduced
by one.
(c) Any licensed establishment that has discontinued the sale or service of
alcoholic liquor or has not been open for business at least four (4) days per week for a
period of thirty (30) days or more shall automatically forfeit its license. Upon forfeiture of
the license, the number of available licenses in that classification as authorized by the
corporate authorities shall automatically be reduced by one. This forfeiture shall not
apply in instances where the licensee previously notified the Village Clerk in writing of
the licensee's intent to close the licensed premises temporarily for remodeling or other
similar purpose.
(Ord. No. ____, eff. ____)
Sec. 4-24. Disposition of fees.
All fees shall be made payable to the Village and submitted to the local liquor
control commissioner at the time application is made. All fees shall be immediately
remitted to the Village's finance department. In the event the license/permit applied for
is denied, all fees, except the nonrefundable application fee, shall be returned to the
applicant.
(Ord. No. ____, eff. ____)
Sec. 4-25. B.A.S.S.E.T certification required.
(a) For all original or renewal licenses/permits issued pursuant to this article, the
licensee shall cause those employees, agents or representatives who sell or serve
alcoholic liquor on the licensed premises, all management personnel working on the
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licensed premises, and all other employees, agents or representatives whose job
description includes the checking of identification for the purchase of alcoholic liquor
pursuant to a license/permit issued under this article, to complete a state certified
Beverage Alcohol Sellers and Servers Education and Training (BASSET) program.
Each licensee shall be responsible for causing training to be administered to as many of
its employees as necessary to assure that at least one trained employee is present at
the licensed premises at all times when alcoholic liquor is being sold for consumption on
the licensed premises.
(b) A state certified BASSET training program shall be defined as a BASSET
program licensed by the state commission (ILCC) as required by 235 ILCS 5/3-12(11.1)
and 6-27 and Title 77 of Illinois Administrative Code, Chapter XVI, Section 3500. All
licensed BASSET providers shall be required to have on file all licenses and certificates
to prove current qualifications and provide a certificate of course completion and a card
to participants as proof of completion.
(c) Any new owner, manager, employee, agent or representative requiring
BASSET training, shall within ninety (90) days from the commencement of their
employment with a licensee, complete an ILCC BASSET approved seller/server training
program and shall until completion of the BASSET program work under the direct
supervision of a person who has completed BASSET training.Notwithstanding the
foregoing, for an Event Permit all BASSET training shall be completed prior to the
commencement of the event that is the subject of the permit.
(d) The licensee shall maintain copies of the certificates of completion for each
of the licensee's certified employees, evidencing the licensee's compliance with the
BASSETT training requirements of this section 4-25 and shall, at the request of any
Village law enforcement officer and/or the local liquor control commissioner or his
designee, produce such copies for inspection. The certificate of completion shall be
maintained by the licensee in a manner that will allow inspection, upon demand, by any
designee of the state and/or local liquor control authorities.
(e) All costs associated with a licensee's compliance with the BASSET training
required under this article shall be paid by the licensee.
(f) Any person found to be in violation of this section shall be subject to a fine of
not less than Two Hundred Dollars ($250.00) for a first offense and for subsequent
offenses a fine of not less than Five Hundred Dollars ($500.00). For each violation of
this section, a licensee shall also be subject to a possible suspension or revocation of
any license/permit issued under this article.
(Ord. No. ____, eff ___)
Sec. 4-26. Hearings before the local liquor control commissioner.
(a) The local liquor control commissioner may suspend or revoke any
license/permit for any violation of any provision of this article, or for any violation of state
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law pertaining to the sale of alcoholic liquor. Upon due investigation of any claim of
violation, the Village Administrator, upon his motion or upon the motion of any five (5)
residents of the Village, shall have the right to file a complaint with the local liquor
control commissioner stating a licensee within the Village has been or is violating the
provisions of the Liquor Control Act, provisions of Village Code, or the rules or
regulations of the local liquor control commissioner. Such complaint shall be in writing
and shall be signed and sworn to by the parties complaining. The complaint shall state
the particular provision, rule or regulation believed to have been violated and the facts
upon which that belief is based. If the local liquor control commissioner is satisfied the
complaint substantially charges a violation and from the facts alleged there is
reasonable cause for such belief, he shall, within thirty (30) days of receipt of the
complaint, set the matter for hearing and shall serve notice upon the licensee of the
time and place of such hearing and of the particular charge in the complaint. If the local
liquor control commissioner is not satisfied there is a reasonable basis for the complaint,
he shall respond to the residents in writing explaining why a hearing is not necessary.
(b) Notice, hearing and order. Except as provided in Sec. 4-16(b)(7) of this
article, no liquor license/permit shall be revoked or suspended except after a public
hearing before the local liquor control commissioner. The local liquor control
commissioner shall give written notice to the licensee not less than three (3) days prior
to the hearing, affording the licensee an opportunity to appear and defend or otherwise
answer. If after a hearing on any alleged violation the local liquor control commissioner
finds there is any violation of Village ordinances or statutes of the state, or that there
was any other activity or omission of the licensee for which a penalty should be
imposed, the local liquor control commissioner may fine the licensee and/or suspend or
revoke his/her license. The local liquor control commissioner shall, within five (5) days
after such hearing, make a determination regarding suspension, revocation and/or the
issuance of a fine to the licensee. If the local liquor control commissioner determines
the license/permit should be revoked or suspended, he shall state the reason(s) for
such determination in a written order of revocation or suspension and shall serve a copy
of such order within the five (5) days upon the licensee. If the local liquor control
commissioner decides to suspend the license/permit, the term of suspension shall not
be less than one (1) day nor more than thirty (30) days. If in addition to or in lieu of a
license suspension or revocation, the local liquor control commissioner imposes a fine
upon the licensee, the amount of the fine shall not be less than Fifty Dollars ($50.00) or
more than One Thousand Dollars ($1,000.00). However, any failure of a licensee to
fulfill an affirmative duty set forth in this article shall subject the licensee to a mandatory
minimum penalty of One Hundred Dollars ($100.00). If the local liquor control
commissioner finds the licensee to be guilty of any charges, the licensee will be
responsible for all costs incurred for a hearing before the local liquor control
commission, including but not limited to court reporter fees, witness fees, attorneys’ fees
and any other fees incurred by the Village. This shall be in addition to any other
penalties assessed against the licensee. Failure to pay such costs within thirty (30)
days of notification is a violation of this section. The remedies afforded hereunder are
not exclusive, and any such sums assessed hereunder may be collected as any other
debt.
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(c) All proceedings before the local liquor control commissioner shall be
recorded and placed in a certified official record of such proceedings taken and
prepared by a certified court reporter.
(Ord. No. ____, eff. ____)
State law references:Similar provisions, revocation, suspension, when licensee fined, 235 ILCS 5/7-5.
Sec 4-27. Appeals from an order of the liquor control commissioner.
(a) Any order or action of the local liquor control commissioner granting or
refusing to grant a license/permit, revoking or suspending or refusing to revoke or
suspend a license/permit or refusing for more than thirty (30) days to grant a hearing
upon a complaint to revoke or suspend a license, may within twenty (20) days after
notice of such order or action be appealed to the state commission. In the event of an
appeal from an order or action of the local liquor control commissioner, the appeal to the
state commission shall be limited to a review of the official record of the proceedings
before the local liquor control commissioner. The only evidence which shall be
considered in the review by said state commission shall be the evidence found in the
certified official record of the proceedings of the local liquor control commissioner. At
such time as the local liquor control commissioner receives notice of an appeal, the
local liquor control commissioner shall file with the state commission the certified official
record of the proceedings.
(b) Order of the state commission. A copy of the order or decision of the state
commission shall be served upon each party of record to the proceeding before the
commission. It shall be the duty of the local liquor control commissioner to take such
action as may be necessary to conform with the terms of any order or decision of the
state commission properly served upon the Village.
(c) Review under administrative review act. All final administrative decisions of
the state liquor control commission shall be subject to judicial review pursuant to the
provisions of the Illinois Administrative Procedure Act (5 ILCS 100/1.1 et seq.).
(Ord. No. ____, eff. ____)
State law references:Similar provisions, revocation, suspension, when licensee fined, 235 ILCS 5/7-5.
Sec. 4-28. Transfer of license/permit.
(a) A license/permit shall be purely a personal privilege, valid for the term set
forth on the license/permit, unless sooner revoked as set forth in this article. The
license/permit shall not constitute property, shall be non-transferrable and inalienable,
and shall not be subject to attachment, garnishment, execution, or being encumbered or
hypothecated. As to a closely held corporation, an illegal transfer will be deemed to
have been attempted and the license/permit shall become null and void if any person
owning twenty (20) percent or more of the stock, transfers the stock to another person
who previously held less than fifty (50) percent of the stock. As to a public corporation,
an illegal transfer will be deemed to have been attempted and the license/permit shall
become null and void if there has been a buyout, a takeover or any other transaction
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involving the sale or transfer of more than fifty (50) percent of the stock or assets of the
corporation.
(b) A license/permit issued to an individual or a partnership shall cease upon the
death of the licensee or a partner of a licensee and shall not descend by the laws of
testate or intestate devolution. However, the executors or administrators of the estate
of any deceased licensee, and the trustee of any insolvent or bankrupt licensee, when
the estate consists in part of alcoholic liquor may, upon written notice to the local liquor
control commissioner, continue the business of the sale of alcoholic liquor under the
order of the appropriate court. In such cases, the executor, administrator or trustee may
exercise the privileges of the deceased or insolvent or bankrupt licensee after the death
of decedent, or such insolvency or bankruptcy until the expiration of the license/permit,
but not longer than six (6) months after the death, bankruptcy or insolvency of the
licensee.
(c) If a corporation to whom a license/permit has been issued is ordered into
receivership or files for bankruptcy, the receiver or trustee may continue the operation of
the business under the existing license under order of the appropriate court until the
expiration of the license/permit or until the passage of six (6) months from the date of
appointment of a receiver or trustee, whichever comes first.
(d) Upon the death of any person owning five (5) percent or more of the shares
in a closely held corporation, the local liquor control commission shall be notified and if
the shares are transferred to a person who is not currently named in the application as a
shareholder, then the licensee shall apply for a new license/permit.
(Ord. No. ____, eff. ____)
Sec. 4-29. Renewal of license/permit; availability of licenses/permits.
Any licensee may apply to renew a license/permit upon expiration thereof,
provided the licensee is then qualified to receive a license/permit and the premises for
which the renewal is sought is suitable for that purpose. This renewal privilege shall not
be construed as a vested right, but shall be subject solely to the local liquor control
commissioner's right of review of the licensee's background and history of operation in
the Village. Further, the corporate authorities shall not be prevented from decreasing
the number of licenses available in any or all classifications within the Village, or the
type of permits available. If the number of licenses in any or all classifications is
decreased, the licenses may be eliminated on the basis of seniority, so the premises
holding a license the least amount of time shall be eliminated first. However, the local
liquor control commissioner may, with an accompanying written statement, eliminate
licenses in those instances, and/or permits, on the basis of quality of operation of the
premises, considering such matters as charges before the local liquor control
commissioner, the state commission or other law enforcement issues and/or on the
basis of articulable benefit or lack of benefit to the Village.
(Ord. No. ____, eff. ____)
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Sec. 4-30. Change of location.
A license/permit issued pursuant to this article shall permit the sale of alcoholic
liquor only on the premises described in the application and license/permit. The location
may be changed only upon written permission issued by the local liquor control
commissioner. A change of location is within the sole discretion of the local liquor
control commissioner. No change of location shall be permitted unless the proposed
new location is in compliance with the provisions and regulations of this article.
(Ord. No. ___, eff. ____)
Cross references:Zoning, Ch. 9.
Sec. 4-31. Licensed premises; restrictions.
(a) It shall be unlawful for alcoholic liquor to be sold, offered for sale, kept for
sale, displayed or advertised for sale, or delivered to any person, except at the licensed
premises, as described in the license/permit, unless otherwise authorized by this article.
(b) It shall be unlawful for anyone not having a license/permit which provides for
consumption on the licensed premises, to offer for sale, deliver or donate any alcoholic
liquor for consumption on the licensed premises, or to permit the same to be consumed
on the licensed premises.
(c) It shall be unlawful for any licensee to sell and/or offer for retail sale, alcoholic
liquor in other than its original package, except as otherwise authorized pursuant to this
article.
(d) No license/permit shall be issued for the sale at retail of any alcoholic liquor
within one hundred (100) feet of any church, school, hospital, home for aged or indigent
persons or for veterans, their spouses or children or any military or naval station or any
undertaking establishment or mortuary. This prohibition shall not apply to, regularly
organized clubs, restaurants, food shops or other places where the sale of alcoholic
liquor is not the principal business, to the renewal of a license issued prior to the
effective date of this ordinance for the sale at retail of alcoholic liquor on premises within
one hundred (100) feet of any church or school, or where such church or school was
established within such one hundred (100) feet of the licensed premises after the
issuance of the licensee's original license. The distance of one hundred (100) feet shall
be measured to the nearest part of any building used for worship services or
educational programs and not to the property boundaries.
(Ord. No. ____, eff. ____)
State law references:Hazardous occupations in certain businesses where alcoholic liquor are
manufactured, bottled or served, 820 ILCS 205/7; retail sales near churches, schools, etc., 235 ILCS 5/6-
11.
Sec. 4-32. Closing hours; Sunday closing.
Unless otherwise set forth in a license classification:
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(a) It shall be unlawful for any licensee holding a liquor license in Classification
A, E, F, G, H, I or M to sell, offer for sale, or deliver any alcoholic liquor in the Village or
to permit any person to consume any alcoholic liquor in or on any licensed premises
between the hours of 1:00 a.m. and 9:00 a.m. Monday through Friday inclusive;
between the hours of 2:00 a.m. and 9:00 a.m. on Saturday; and between the hours of
2:00 a.m. and 12:00 noon on Sunday. If any persons other than the licensee or the
licensee's employees are on the licensed premises after the authorized hours and
alcoholic liquor is present in any form or container, other than one that is corked or re-
closed and in a place of display or storage, it shall be presumed that a violation of this
section has occurred. All unfinished drinks shall be cleared from the bar, tables and any
other serving areas within ten (10) minutes after closing time.
(b) It shall be unlawful for any licensee holding a liquor license in Classification,
B, C or D to sell or offer for sale any alcoholic liquor in the Village between the hours of
1:00 a.m. and 7:00 a.m. Monday through Saturday inclusive; and between the hours of
1:00 a.m. and 10:00 a.m. on Sunday.
(c) It shall be unlawful for any licensed premises to remain open for business or
to admit or permit to remain, any persons other than employees on any licensed
premises during the hours within which the sale of alcoholic liquor is prohibited. Retail
establishments, restaurants and clubs may be kept open during such hours, but no
alcoholic liquor may be sold, consumed by the public, or remain on tables or a bar
during such hours. Nothing contained in this section shall be deemed to authorize any
retail establishments, restaurant or club to remain open for business or to admit the
public to the premises at or during any hour when that premises is required to be closed
by virtue of the regulations or restrictions imposed by any other provisions of Village
Code, including but not limited to, the provisions related to business
registration/licensing.
Notwithstanding the provisions of paragraphs (a), (b) and (c) of this section, with
permission from the local liquor control commissioner, a licensee’s hours of operation
may be modified as follows:
(i) Licensee’s holding a license in classification A, F, G, H, I or M license may
remain open until 3:00 a.m. on Thanksgiving Day and January 1
st of each year.
(ii) Licensee’s holding a license classification A, F, G, H or I may commence
alcohol sales at 10:30 a.m. on two (2) Sundays during the term of the then-
current license, for a planned event on the licensed premises. Such requests
must be in writing and submitted to the local liquor control commissioner at
least ninety (90) days prior to the event. It shall be unlawful to commence such
alcohol sales without first obtaining permission of the local liquor control
commissioner. Such permission shall only be granted to licensees compliant with
existing Village Code, and county and state public health and fire prevention
ordinances and statutes.
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(iii) Licensee’s holding a license in classification A, F, G, H or I license
classification may commence the sale of alcoholic liquor at 10:00 a.m. on
Sundays when such sales are in conjunction with the service of a Sunday
brunch. Alcohol sales permitted pursuant to this subsection shall be for
consumption on the licensed premises only, by patrons of legal drinking age
who order and are provided Sunday brunch service at a table on the licensed
premises. Alcohol sales permitted pursuant to this subsection do not include
or permit the sale, offer for sale or the delivery of any alcoholic liquor from a
bar, or the sale, offer for sale or delivery of alcohol for consumption off the
licensed premises.
(Ord. No. ____, eff. ____)
State law references:Hours of sales, 235 ILCS 5/6-14.
Sec. 4-33. Peddling.
It shall be unlawful to peddle alcoholic liquor in the Village.
(Ord. No. ____, eff. ____)
Sec. 4-34. Compliance with building, sanitary, safety and other regulations of the
village.
All licensed premises shall be kept in full compliance with all Village Codes and
regulations and applicable county regulations, including but not limited to those relating
to the storage or sale of food and sanitary and safety conditions. The sanitary
regulations of the state commission also apply to such licensed premises unless those
regulations conflict with Village Code, county and/or state building, public health and/or
fire prevention ordinances and statutes, in which case the most stringent regulations
shall apply to the licensed premises.
(Ord. No. ____, eff. ____)
State law references:Health and sanitation, Ch. 3.
Sec. 4-35. Applicability of other laws.
All provisions, including the words and phrases of the Liquor Control Act and
rules and regulations issued by the state commission pertaining to local control of
alcoholic liquor, as the same may be amended from time to time, are hereby
incorporated into and declared to be a part of this article as if expressly set forth herein.
Nothing in this article shall excuse or release any person from compliance with any
other requirements of Village Code, or applicable county and/or state code, statute,
ordinance, regulation or rule.
(Ord. No. ____, eff. ____)
Sec. 4-36. Happy hour prohibited.
(a) It shall be unlawful for any licensee or officer, associate, member,
representative, agent or employee of such licensee to:
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1. Serve more than one (1) drink of alcoholic liquor at one time to one person
for consumption by that person, except to sell or deliver wine by the bottle or
carafe as a compliment to a meal served to that person.
2. Serve a pitcher, bucket or similar container containing more than sixty-four
(64) ounces of beer.
3. Serve distilled spirits in an original container.
4. Pour or display for purchase in the service area of the licensed premises
individual drinks of undiluted distilled spirits, commonly referred to as "shots",
except to the extent that such drinks have, prior to being poured, been ordered
by patrons.
5. Sell, offer to sell or serve to any person an unlimited number of drinks of
alcoholic liquor during any set period of time for a fixed price.
6. Sell, offer to sell, or serve, any drink of alcoholic liquor to any person on
any date at a reduced price, or free of charge, other than that charged other
purchasers of drinks on that day where such reduced price is a promotion to
encourage consumption of alcoholic liquor.
7. Increase the volume of alcoholic liquor contained in a drink, or the size of
a drink of alcoholic liquor, without increasing proportionately the price regularly
charged for the drink on that day.
8. Encourage or permit, on the licensed premises, any game or contest
which involves drinking alcoholic liquor or the awarding alcoholic liquor as prizes
for such games or contest.
9. Advertise or promote, in any form, on or off the licensed premises, the
provisions set forth in paragraphs (a)1 through (a)8 above.
10. Sell distilled spirits by the bottle, except as authorized by this article.
(b) All licensees shall maintain a schedule of the prices charged for all drinks of
alcoholic liquor to be served and consumed on the licensed premises or in any room or
part thereof.
(c) Nothing in this subsection shall be construed to prohibit a licensee from:
1. Offering free food or entertainment as permitted under this article.
2. Including drinks of alcoholic liquor as part of a meal package.
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3. Selling a pitcher, bucket or similar container containing less than sixty-four
(64) ounces of beer, when the pitcher, bucket or similar container is delivered to
two (2) or more persons at one time.
4. Except as allowed pursuant to subsection (a)(1) above, selling a bottle or
carafe of wine, when the bottle or carafe is delivered to two (2) or more persons
at one time.
5. Negotiating a price for the purchase of drinks of alcoholic liquor as part of
a contract between a caterer, catering establishment, catering service, restaurant
and a group holding a private function.
6. Increasing prices of drinks of alcoholic liquor in lieu of, in whole or in part,
a cover charge to offset the cost of special entertainment not regularly
scheduled.
(Ord. No. ____, eff. ____)
Sec. 4-37. Prohibited conduct; licensees conduct.
The following conduct is prohibited on the licensed premises:
(a) Nudity.
(1) No person, while on the licensed premises and in public view, shall engage
in the following conduct:
(i) Expose his/her genitals, pubic hair, buttocks, anus or anal cleft;
(ii) Employ any device or covering which is intended to give the
appearance of or simulate his/her genitals, pubic hair, buttocks, anus or
anal cleft; or
(iii) Appear without a fully opaque covering of his/her genitals, pubic
hair, buttocks, anus or anal cleft.
(2) No female person, while on the licensed premises and in public view, shall
engage in the following conduct:
(i) Expose that area of the human breast below the top of the areola;
(ii) Employ any device or covering which is intended to give the
appearance of or simulate that area of the human breast below the top of
the areola; or
(iii) Appear without a fully opaque covering of that area of the human
breast below the top of the areola.
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(b) Gambling; Pool tables.
It shall be unlawful for a licensee to permit gambling on any licensed premises or
to permit more than three (3) pool tables on a licensed premises at any time.
(c) Fighting.
(1) Fighting, by patrons, inside a licensed premises or any place outside the
premises owned or leased by and used as the licensed premises, or on any
public way adjacent to the licensed premises, is prohibited. For purposes of this
section, "fighting" shall mean any threatening or touching of another person
which provokes or tends to provoke a breach of the peace. If self-defense is
offered as a defense to a charge of fighting, that defense must be established by
the presentation of clear and convincing evidence. Any person violating this
section shall be fined not less than One Hundred Fifty Dollars ($150.00).
(2) Every licensee shall cause the full text of subsection (1) above to be
prominently displayed on the licensed premises in a conspicuous location visible
to all patrons. The notice shall further state that any person on a licensed
premises observing a fight shall immediately notify the Village police department.
A sign stating the regulations of this section shall be available from the Village
Clerk’s office.
(3) Each licensee shall maintain a peaceful and orderly business premises.
This shall be accomplished by establishing and maintaining the optimum
precautions and actions that are practical to deter and prevent fighting. This is
referred to as the "maintenance of order standard." The duty to prevent fighting
shall be applicable both to precautionary and training matters and to the steps
taken once a fight breaks out or is in imminent danger of breaking out. If a fight
does occur, the local liquor control commissioner shall have the right to conduct
a hearing to consider the circumstances surrounding the fight and to determine
the extent to which the licensee failed to adhere to the "maintenance of order
standard." At such hearing, the local liquor control commissioner may consider
all facts, including but not limited to the following:
(i) Prior incidents of reported or unreported fighting.
(ii) Whether any fight participant was intoxicated and the extent to
which the intoxication occurred on the licensed premises.
(iii) Whether any participant was served by the licensee after the
participant's intoxication should have been evident to the licensee.
(iv) Whether any participant was intoxicated and whether the licensee
had an opportunity to effect that person's removal from the premises.
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(v) The degree of expediency the licensee observed in calling the
police when it should have been evident that a fight was imminent.
(vi) The actions of the licensee in reacting to the fight.
(vii) The extent and type of training given to the licensee's employees in
such matters as recognizing intoxication, over serving and prevention of
altercations.
(viii) Whether minors were involved in the fighting.
(ix) The sufficiency or number of persons on duty and employed by the
licensee at the time of the fight.
(4) Considering all circumstances brought into evidence at the hearing, the local
liquor control commissioner shall make a determination of whether the licensee
violated the "maintenance of order standard." If it is determined that a violation
occurred, the local liquor control commissioner may impose any penalty set forth
in section 4-48 of this article up to and including license revocation.
(5) The licensee, his agent or employee on the licensed premises, shall notify
the Village’s police department immediately when the licensee knows or in the
exercise of ordinary judgment should know that a fight is occurring or imminent.
In addition, within forty-eight (48) hours of the occurrence, the licensee shall file
with the local liquor control commissioner a report on a form provided by the
Village containing the following information:
(i) The number of the persons involved in the fight.
(ii) The approximate amount of alcohol consumed at the licensed
premises by each person involved in the fight.
(iii) What action, if any, was taken by the licensee to prevent the fight.
(iv) What action, if any, was taken by the licensee subsequent to the
start of the fight.
(v) The licensee's opinion as to why the fight occurred.
(6) Failure of the licensee to give immediate notification to the police
department of a fight on a licensed premises or to file a report as required in
subsection (c)(5) above with the local liquor control commissioner, shall subject
the licensee to a fine of not less than One Hundred Dollars ($100.00) for a first
offense, and a fine of not less than Two Hundred Dollars ($200.00) for
subsequent offenses, and a possible suspension or revocation of the licensee's
local liquor license. For purposes of this section the word "immediate" shall refer
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to such time as one party threatens another or actually commences fighting with
another.
(d) Soliciting drinks.
No person shall engage in the solicitation of drinks from patrons other than to
take orders for drinks and to mix or deliver drinks as requested by patrons.
(Ord. No. ___, eff. ___)
Sec. 4-38. Dram shop insurance.
Every licensee shall be required to obtain and maintain dram shop insurance
coverage and every person who owns, rents, leases as lessor or permits the occupation
of any building or premises with knowledge that alcoholic liquors are to be sold there,
or, who leases the premises for other purposes but knowingly permits the sale of any
alcoholic liquors, shall be required to carry host liability insurance coverage for such
facility. Each shall carry coverage in an amount at least equal to the maximum
insurance limits of exposure set forth in 235 Illinois Compiled Statutes 5/6-21, as
amended. No license/permit shall be granted hereunder to any applicant until the
applicant furnishes evidence satisfactory to the local liquor control commissioner that he
is covered by the required insurance policy issued by a responsible insurance company
authorized and licensed to do business in the State of Illinois insuring the applicant and
the owner of the premises. The insurance policy or certificate of insurance providing
evidence of insurance shall indicate that the term of the insurance is of sufficient length
to encompass the period of the license/permit sought. Such insurance policy shall
provide that no cancellation or modification of the policy shall occur without at least
thirty (30) calendar days prior written notice given to the local liquor control
commissioner. In the event of cancellation of such insurance the local liquor control
commissioner shall be notified immediately of the cancellation.
(Ord. No. ____, eff. ____)
Sec. 4-39. Conduct of employees and agents.
The following shall apply to employees and agents of licensees:
(a) Any act or failure to act of any employee of either the licensee or a
management company with respect to the licensed business shall be deemed to be the
act of the licensee.
(b) No employee or other deliverer of alcohol may consume or be permitted to
consume any alcoholic liquor on the license premises while on duty or while performing
any duties of employment.
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(c) No person, including any employee, manager, owner or agent of the licensee
may consume alcoholic liquor on the licensed premises before or after the licensee's
permitted hours of operation.
(Ord. No. ____, eff. ____)
Sec. 4-40. Sales to minors; intoxicated persons; others.
It shall be unlawful for any licensee or officer, associate, member, representative,
agent or employee of a licensee, while on the licensed premises to sell, deliver or give
any alcoholic liquor to any of the following:
(a) Any person under twenty-one (21) years of age.
(b) An intoxicated person.
(c) A person known to the licensee, or officer, associate, member,
representative, agent or employee of the licensee, to have been involved in a fight at
the licensed premises within the immediately preceding forty-eight (48) hour period.
(Ord. No. ____, eff. ___)
Sec. 4-41. Regulations with respect to underage persons.
(a) Employment.Nothing in this section shall prohibit any persons under the
age of twenty-one (21), but at least eighteen (18) years of age, from serving or
delivering alcoholic liquor at dining tables for consumption on the licensed premises. It
shall be unlawful for any person under the age of twenty-one (21) to draw, pour, mix or
sell any alcoholic liquor to patrons of establishments licensed pursuant to this article.
Persons under the age of twenty-one (21) may however deliver or carry out alcoholic
liquor in the original package and not for consumption on the licensed premises to the
vehicles of patrons after the alcoholic liquor has been properly purchased. This section
shall not be interpreted as prohibiting the employment of persons under the age of
twenty-one (21) as stock persons or in other positions of a similar character. A person
at least eighteen (18) years of age, employed at a convenience store, grocery
store/supermarket or service station, may sell alcoholic liquor in the original package
and not for consumption on the licensed premises if another employee at least twenty-
one (21) years of age registers the sale on the cash register or other similar device.
(b)Bars and lounges.It shall be unlawful for any licensee to allow any person
under the age of twenty-one (21) to be seated at a bar or remain in or be seated in a
lounge. It shall also be unlawful for a licensee to allow any person under the age of
eighteen (18), who is not an employee of the licensee, to remain on the licensed
premises between the hours of 10:00 p.m. and the opening hour(s) permitted pursuant
to section 4-32 above for the respective license classification held by the licensee. This
subsection (b) shall apply only to lounges where seating at tables with the full service of
the establishment's food menu is not available.
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(c)Consumption, purchase, acceptance or possession prohibited.It shall be
unlawful for any person to whom the sale, gift or delivery of any alcoholic liquor is
prohibited because of age, to consume, purchase, accept a gift of or have alcoholic
liquor in his/her possession in the Village. No person after purchasing or otherwise
obtaining alcoholic liquor shall sell, give or deliver such alcoholic liquor to a person
under the age of twenty-one (21).
(Ord. No. ____, eff. ____)
Sec. 4-42. Identification.
If a licensee, in the exercise of ordinary judgment, should have reason to believe
that a sale or delivery of any alcoholic liquor is prohibited because of the age of the
prospective recipient, the licensee shall, before making such sale or delivery, demand
presentation of a form of positive identification, containing proof of age, issued by a
public officer in the performance of his/her official duties. No person shall transfer, alter
or deface any identification card; use any identification card of another; carry or use a
false or forged identification card; obtain an identification card by means of false
information; or otherwise misrepresent his/her age for the purpose of purchasing or
obtaining alcoholic liquor in the Village.
(Ord. No. ____, eff. ____)
Sec. 4-43. Responsibility of owner or occupant of premises.
It shall be unlawful for any owner or occupant of any premises located in the
Village to knowingly allow any person under the age of twenty-one (21) to remain on the
premises while in the possession of alcoholic liquor or while consuming alcoholic liquor.
(Ord. No. ____, eff. ___)
Sec. 4-44. Parental responsibility.
It shall be unlawful for any person knowingly to allow or permit any minor child of
whom he is the parent or guardian to violate any provision of this article.
Notwithstanding the foregoing, the possession, dispensing and/or consumption by a
person under the age of twenty-one (21), of alcoholic liquor in the performance of a
religious service or ceremony, or the possession and delivery of alcoholic liquor as part
of a person's employment by a licensee under this article as allowed in section 4-41
above is not prohibited.
(Ord. No. ____, eff. ____)
Sec. 4-45. Notices; signage.
In addition to the signage required pursuant to sections 4-17 and 4-37 of this
article, all licensees shall cause the following notices/signs to be framed and displayed
at all times on the licensed premises in a conspicuous location, prominently visible to all
patrons:
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(a) Underage drinking card.A printed card approximately 8" x 10" bearing an
underage drinking warning which reads substantially as follows:
UNDERAGE DRINKING
If you are under 21, you are subject to a mandatory fine of up to $750.00 if you
purchase and/or consume any alcoholic liquor on this premises. If you buy for or deliver
an alcoholic beverage to an underage person, you will also be subject to a fine of up to
$750.00.
(b) Governmental Warning Card/Surgeon General's Warning.A printed card
approximately 8" x 10" bearing the following governmental warning which shall read
substantially as follows:
"Government Warning: According to the surgeon general, women should not drink
alcoholic beverages during pregnancy because of the risk of birth defects."
On any licensed premises where cigarettes are offered for retail sale, a white
card bearing red letters at least ½ inch in height the following Surgeon General's
Warning which shall read substantially as follows:
"Surgeon General's Warning: Smoking by pregnant women may result in fetal injury,
premature birth, and low birth weight."
(c) Health Department Certificate. A copy of the certificate issued by the
applicable county health department evidencing the licensee's current compliance with
all applicable regulations of that department.
(d) Business License.A copy of the current Business License issued to the
licensee by the Village.
(e) Occupancy Restrictions. A printed card approximately 5" x 7" bearing the
occupancy restrictions applicable to the licensed premises pursuant to state and/or local
fire code regulations, codes and ordinances.
(f) Price List. A copy of the current price list for all alcoholic liquor sold at the
licensed premises, as required to be maintained pursuant to section 4-36(b) of this
article.
(Ord. No. ____, eff. ____).
Sec. 4-46. View from street.
In premises upon which the sale of alcoholic liquor for consumption on or off the
premises is licensed, no screen, blind, curtain, partition, article or thing shall be
permitted in the windows or upon the doors of the licensed premises or inside such
premises, that prevents a clear view of the interior of the licensed premises from the
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street, road or sidewalk at all times; and no booth, screen, partition, or other obstruction
nor any arrangement of lights or lighting shall be permitted in or about the interior of the
premises which shall prevent a clear view of the entire interior from the street, road or
sidewalk. All rooms where liquor is sold for consumption on the premises shall be
continuously lighted during business hours by natural light or artificial white light so all
parts of the interior of the premises are clearly visible. All window signs displayed on
the licensed premises shall comply with the Village's then-current sign ordinance.
(Ord. No. ____, eff. ____)
Sec. 4-47. Recordkeeping.
The local liquor control commissioner shall keep, or cause to be kept, a complete
record of all licenses/permits issued pursuant to this article and shall furnish the Village
Clerk, Village Administrator and Chief of Police with a copy. Upon the issuance of any
new license/permit, or the suspension or revocation of any issued license/permit, the
local liquor control commissioner shall give written notice of such action to each of these
individuals within forty-eight (48) hours of the action.
(Ord. No. ____, eff. ____)
Sec. 4-48. Penalties to licensee.
In addition to any other penalty set forth in this article, every licensee upon
pleading guilty or being found guilty of a violation of any of the provisions of this article
shall be subject to a fine of Two Hundred and Fifty Dollars ($250.00) for a first offense,
Five Hundred Dollars ($500.00) for a second offense, and Seven Hundred and Fifty
Dollars ($750.00) for a third or subsequent offense. A separate offense shall be deemed
to have been committed on each day during or on which a violation occurs or continues.
Each violation of any provision of this article may, in addition to the imposition of a fine,
also result in the suspension and/or revocation of the license/permit issued pursuant to
this article. Any fines set forth in this article shall be assessed regardless of the
disposition by a court, and are in addition to any criminal or civil penalties which may be
sought by the Village.
(Ord. No. ____, eff. ____)
Sec. 4-49. Penalties to non-licensee.
Unless another penalty is expressly set forth in this article, every person found
guilty of a violation of any of the provisions of this article shall be subject to a fine of Two
Hundred and Fifty Dollars ($250.00) for a first offense, Five Hundred Dollars ($500.00)
for a second offense and Seven Hundred and Fifty Dollars ($750.00) for a third or
subsequent offense. A separate offense shall be deemed to have been committed on
each day during or on which a violation occurs or continues. Any fines set forth in this
article shall be assessed regardless of the disposition by a court, and are in addition to
any criminal or civil penalties which may be sought by the Village.
(Ord. No. ____, eff. ____)
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Secs. 4-51- 4-85. Reserved.
SECTION FOUR. That any Village Ordinance or Resolution, or part thereof, in
conflict with the provisions of this Ordinance is, to the extent of such conflict, expressly
repealed.
SECTION FIVE. If any provision of this Ordinance is held invalid by a court of
competent jurisdiction, such provision shall be stricken and shall not affect any other
provision of this Ordinance.
SECTION SIX. This Ordinance shall be in full force and effect after its passage,
approval, and publication in pamphlet form as provided by law.
SECTION SEVEN. This Ordinance shall be numbered as Ordinance No. _____.
PASSED the ______day of May, 2017.
AYES:
NAYS:
ABSENT:
APPROVED this _____ day of May, 2017.
_________________________
Michael Collins
Village President
ATTESTED AND FILED IN MY OFFICE:
________________________________
Michelle Gibas
Village Clerk
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ARTICLE II. - ALCOHOLIC LIQUORS[2]
Footnotes:
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Editor's note— Ord. No. 2716, § 2, adopted Dec. 3, 2007, amended Art. II in its entirety to read as
herein set out. Former Art. II, §§ 4-16—4-44, pertained to similar subject matter, and derived from
Ord. No. 1742, § 1, adopted July 21, 1997, as amended. See the Code Comparative Table for
complete derivation.
Cross reference— Alcoholic liquor in public places, § 6-18 et seq.
State Law reference— Dram shops, 235 ILCS 5/1-1 et seq.; powers of village board, 235 ILCS
5/4-1.
Sec. 4-15. - Definitions.
Unless the context otherwise requires, the following terms as used in this chapter shall be construed
according to the definitions given below:
Alcoholic beverages or alcoholic liquor.
(1)
Any spirits, wine, beer, ale or other liquid intended as a beverage and containing more than one-half
of one (0.5) percent of alcohol by volume.
(2)
Any beverage containing any scientifically detectable trace of alcohol and commonly known as "near
beer," "nonalcoholic beer", or "nonalcoholic wine" whose taste, color, odor and consistency are
similar to the alcoholic beverages known as beer and wine and, except for the reduced alcohol
content, is marketed as being similar to beer or wine.
Bar. A barrier or counter at and over which alcoholic liquors and sometimes food are passed or
served.
Beer. A beverage obtained by alcoholic fermentation of an infusion or concoction of barley or other
grain, malt or hops, in water. This shall include beer, light beer, ale, stout, lager beer, porter and other
similar brews.
Beer garden. A privately owned outdoor location adjacent to a premises licensed for retail sale of any
alcoholic liquor where alcoholic liquor may be sold and/or consumed subject to the provisions of this
article. All such outdoor locations shall be entirely enclosed with a fence demarcating the perimeter of
the beer garden.
Caterer, catering establishment, catering service. A person or business entity that for compensation
processes, prepares and serves meals or food items for immediate off premises consumption at
banquets, dinners or other special occasions where the recipients of the food or service are specifically
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invited to each particular event. This definition shall not include any business location where on
premises over the counter retail sale of food items occurs.
Control of premises. The legal or beneficial ownership, rental, lease or holding of a license shall
constitute control of property. Control may also exist where none of the aforesaid legal relationships
apply, but where an adult is otherwise in charge of or charged with controlling a particular premises.
Craft beer. Beer from a craft brewery that (1) produces less than two million (2,000,000) barrels of
beer annually; (2) is less than twenty-five (25) percent owned or controlled by an alcoholic beverage
industry member that is not a craft brewer; and (3) produces a significant volume of either malt beers
or beers that use adjuncts to enhance, rather than to lighten, flavor.
Dedicated event space. A room or rooms or other clearly delineated space within a licensed premises
that is reserved for the exclusive use of party package invitees during the entirety of the party
package. Furniture or other room dividers may be used to clearly delineate a dedicated event space.
Delivery of alcoholic liquor. The sale, giving or exchange of an alcoholic liquor from one person to
another. Delivery is meant to include the provision of any alcoholic beverage by whatever means to
one person from another.
Distilled spirits. Any beverage which contains alcohol obtained by distillation, mixed with water or
other solution and includes brandy, rum, whiskey, gin or other spirituous liquors and such liquors
when rectified, blended or otherwise mixed with alcohol or other substances.
Drink. Beer, wine or distilled spirits in a cup, glass, bottle or other container measured as follows:
(1)
A serving of not more than twenty-six (26) ounces of beer;
(2)
A serving of not more than seven (7) ounces of wine;
(3)
A serving of not more than three (3) ounces of distilled spirits; or
(4)
A serving of not more than sixteen (16) ounces of beer accompanied by a separate serving of not more
than one and one-half (1.5) ounces of distilled spirits.
Drive-in restaurant. A food service establishment with or without interior facilities for eating, which
caters to and permits the consumption of food either in customers' automobiles parked on the
premises or in any other designated area on the premises outside the establishment where the food is
so prepared. "Drive-in restaurant" shall not be construed to include "restaurant."
Employee. Any individual hired to regularly provide services related to the licensee's sale or offer for
sale of alcoholic liquor pursuant to the licensee's license classification, in exchange for compensation
from which applicable taxes are withheld, and over whom the licensee maintains control for
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employment purposes. This definition does not include individuals who provide services as an
independent contractor.
Entertainment. Any live act or live performance whether or not using sound amplification, and/or any
playing of pre-recorded music or voices by use of a juke box or music vending machine or device
which, upon insertion of a coin, slug, token, plate, disc or key into any slot or other opening, or by the
payment of any other consideration, operates or may be operated for the emission of songs, music or
similar amusement.
False identification. Any document used for identification or proof of age that has been altered or
defaced or that contains false or misleading information or that contains a name that is not the actual
name of the person using it.
Fighting. Any threatening or touching of another person which provokes or tends to provoke a breach
of the peace.
Gambling. Any act in violation of sections 5/28-1(a)(1)—(a)(12), 5/28-1.1, 5/28-2 or 5/28-3 of the
Illinois Criminal Code of 1961 (720 ILCS 5/1-1 et seq.), as amended.
General public. The whole body politic including the people of the neighborhood, the village, the
State of Illinois, the United States of America, and/or persons at large traveling through the village, as
different from the designation of a particular person or group of persons.
Hotel/motel. Every building or other structure, kept, used, maintained, advertised and held out to the
public to be a place where food is actually prepared, served and consumed and sleeping
accommodations are offered for pay to travelers and guests, whether transient, permanent or
residential, in which twenty-five (25) or more rooms are used for sleeping accommodations and
where dining rooms are maintained in the same building or buildings.
Impairment. Any diminution or compromise of a person's physical, mental or perceptual abilities due
to the consumption of an alcoholic beverage. Impairment does not require that the blood alcohol
content be in excess of any particular gram of alcohol to milliliters of blood or breath ratio.
License or local liquor license. That specific grant of the privilege and authority to a licensee to sell or
offer for sale alcoholic liquor at retail in the manner set forth in the text of the particular license
classification.
Licensee. That person who by issuance of a license has been given the right or privilege by the local
liquor control commissioner to engage in the retail sale of alcoholic liquor in the village. This shall
include the holder of a local liquor license or any officer, principal, employee or agent of the license
holder.
Licensed premises. The building, portion of the building, place or location described in a local liquor
license or supplemental permit where alcoholic liquor may be stored, displayed, or offered for sale by
the licensee in the operation of the licensed business. Not included in this definition are sidewalks,
streets, parking areas and grounds adjacent to any such building, place or location unless specified in
the license or supplemental permit.
Liquor Control Act. The Liquor Control Act of 1934, as amended (235 ILCS 5/6-1 et seq.).
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Local liquor control commission. The office of the mayor or the president of the village as assisted by
appropriate legal counsel; this may include such other persons as the mayor may appoint to aid in the
exercise of the powers and the performance of the duties of the local liquor control commissioner.
Local liquor control commissioner. The mayor or president of the board of trustees of the village
acting ex-officio.
Lounge. That portion of a licensed premises that is kept, used, maintained, advertised and held out to
the public as a place where alcoholic liquor is offered for retail sale for consumption on the premises
only and not necessarily in conjunction with the full service of meals. This definition may also
include the term cocktail lounges, bars and sportbars.
Maintenance of order standard. That standard by which it shall be determined whether a licensee has
maintained order on the licensed premises. Adherence to this standard shall be a duty of the licensee
and shall generally be stated as the establishment and maintenance of the optimum precautions and
actions that are practical for deterring and preventing fighting as defined in this chapter.
Meal package. A food and beverage package, which may or may not include entertainment, where the
service of alcoholic liquor is an accompaniment to food, including but not limited to a meal, tour,
tasting, or any combination thereof for a fixed price by a licensee operating within a sports facility,
restaurant, winery, brewery or distillery.
Original package. Any bottle, flask, jug, can, barrel, keg or other receptacle or container whatsoever,
used, corked or capped, sealed and labeled by the manufacturer of alcoholic liquor to contain and to
convey or distribute any alcoholic liquor.
Parent. A natural or adoptive parent or a court-designated guardian.
Party package. A private party, function or event for a specific social or business occasion, either
arranged by invitation or reservation for a defined number of individuals, that is not open to the
general public and where attendees are served both food and alcohol for a fixed price in a dedicated
event space.
Patron. Any customer of or visitor to a licensed premises.
Private club. A not-for-profit corporation organized and operated under the laws of this state,
supported by the dues of its members and organized solely for the promotion of some common
objective other than the sale or consumption of alcoholic liquors, and owning or leasing a building or
space in a building suitable and adequate for the reasonable accommodation of its members and their
guests, and provided with suitable and adequate kitchen and dining room space and equipment and
maintaining a sufficient number of employees or staff for cooking, preparing and serving food and
meals for its members and their guests. No member, officer, agent or employee of the club shall be
paid, or directly or indirectly receive, in the form of salary or other compensation, any profits from the
distribution or sale of alcoholic liquor to the club or its members or guests introduced by members
beyond the amount of the salary fixed by the club's governing body out of the general revenue of the
club.
Restaurant. Any public place, without sleeping accommodations, maintained, and held out to the
public as a place primarily devoted to full-service, sit-down dining, including dinner and/or luncheon
menus at which the service of alcoholic liquor is incidental and complementary to the service of such
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meals. Limited food service, as typically provided by drive-in restaurants, luncheonettes, diners,
coffee shops, fast food operations and similar uses, does not satisfy the requirements of this definition.
Retail sale. The transfer, sale, delivery, exchange or barter in any manner of an alcoholic beverage to
a consumer, private club member, or general public by any person, whether principal, proprietor,
agent, servant or employee of a licensee, as differentiated from the sale or delivery for legal resale.
School. An educational institution, including preschools and daycare centers, but not including
undergraduate or postgraduate colleges and universities, having a formal curriculum consisting of
recognized academic subjects.
Shot. A serving of not more than one and one-half (1.5) ounces of distilled spirits.
State commission. The State of Illinois Liquor Control Commission, as defined under the Liquor
Control Act of 1934, as amended (235 ILCS 5/6-1 et seq.).
Supper club. Any public place kept, used, maintained, advertised and held out to the public as a place
where patrons are served food and offered live entertainment.
Underage person. Any person under twenty-one (21) years of age.
Vicarious liability. That liability which is implied as a matter of law even though the person may not
have directly caused an injury to another person.
Wine. Any alcoholic beverage obtained by the fermentation of the natural contents of fruits or
vegetables containing sugar, including such beverages when fortified by the addition of alcohol or
spirits, as above defined.
(Ord. No. 2716, § 2, 12-3-07; Ord. No. 2993, § 3, 5-16-11; Ord. No. 3065, § 3, 8-6-12; Ord. No.
3233, § 3, 9-21-15)
State Law reference— Definitions relating to liquor control, 235 ILCS 5/1-3; local liquor control
commissioner, 235 ILCS 5/4-2.
Sec. 4-16. - Local liquor control commissioner; powers, duties and functions; compensation.
(a)
Commissioner. The village president shall, in accordance with statute, serve as the local liquor control
commissioner of the village, and shall be charged with the administration of the provisions of Chapter
235 of the Illinois Compiled Statutes, "The Liquor Control Act of 1934," and of such ordinances and
resolutions relating to alcoholic liquor as may be enacted. The village president may appoint a person
or persons to assist him in the exercise of the powers and the performance of the duties provided for
such local liquor control commissioner. Any person so appointed by the local liquor control
commissioner shall have the powers granted to the local liquor control commissioner by this section.
(b)
Powers, duties and functions. The local liquor control commissioner shall have all of the powers,
functions and duties delegated to that office by the Liquor Control Act and the resolutions and
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ordinances of the village, including but not limited to the following powers, duties and functions with
respect to local liquor licenses:
(1)
To grant and/or suspend for not more than thirty (30) days or revoke for cause, any local liquor
license issued by the village to persons or entities for premises within the local liquor control
commissioner's jurisdiction, and to impose fines as authorized by this article.
(2)
To adopt rules and regulations for the conduct and operation of a licensee's business which are not
inconsistent with state law or the resolutions and ordinances of the village.
(3)
To enter or to authorize any law enforcement officer(s) to enter, at any time, upon any licensed
premises to determine whether the provisions of applicable state law, village ordinances or the rules
or regulations adopted by the local liquor control commissioner or by the state commission, have been
or are being violated, and at such time to examine the licensed premises in connection therewith.
(4)
To receive complaints from any citizen within his jurisdiction that any of the provisions of state law
or the ordinances of the village have been or are being violated and to act upon such complaint in the
manner provided by law.
(5)
To order local liquor license fees paid to the village.
(6)
To examine, or cause to be examined, under oath, any applicant for a local liquor license or for a
renewal thereof, or any licensee upon whom notice of revocation or suspension has been served, or
any licensee against whom a citation proceeding has been instituted by the state commission; to
examine, or cause to be examined, the books and records of any such applicant, licensee or
respondent; to hear testimony and take proof for his information in the performance of his duties; and
for such purpose to issue subpoenas which shall be effective in any part of this state. For the purpose
of obtaining any of the information desired by the local liquor control commissioner under this
section, he may authorize his agent to act on his behalf.
(7)
To order, upon the issuance of a written order, the licensed premises closed for not more than seven
(7) days, giving the licensee an opportunity to be heard during that period, if the local liquor control
commissioner has reason to believe that any continued operation of a particular licensed premises will
immediately threaten the welfare of the community; except that if such licensee shall also be engaged
in the conduct of another business or businesses on the licensed premises unrelated to the local liquor
license, such order shall not be applicable to such other business or businesses.
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(8)
To suspend, pending a hearing within fifteen (15) days of service of a notice of suspension, the
privilege of delivering alcoholic beverages by any licensee who does not display a currently valid
state and local liquor license, or who in the judgment of the local liquor commissioner is operating a
business in such a manner as to endanger the health or safety of patrons of the premises or of the
community.
(c)
Duty to report. The local liquor control commissioner shall, upon entering an order or ruling relative
to a local liquor commission hearing, report to the village board at its next regularly scheduled
meeting his findings and the penalties, if any, initiated against the licensee.
(d)
Compensation. As compensation for such duties, the local liquor control commissioner shall receive
the sum of one thousand five hundred dollars ($1,500.00) annually, payable in twelve (12) monthly
installments. The corporate authorities may from time to time fix and pay compensation to the
deputies, assistants or employees of the local liquor control commissioner as may be deemed
necessary for the proper performance of the duties vested in them.
(Ord. No. 2716, § 2, 12-3-07)
Sec. 4-17. - License required.
(a)
It shall be unlawful to sell at retail, deliver, give away, or dispense in any fashion in the village, any
alcoholic liquor without first having obtained a local liquor license for each location, place or
premises where the retailer is located, or to do so in violation of the terms of such license.
(b)
Where two (2) or more such locations, places or premises are under the same roof or at the same street
address, a separate license shall be obtained for each such location, place or premises. Nothing in this
section shall prevent any hotel/motel operator licensed under the provisions of this chapter from
serving liquor to registered guests in any room or other part of the hotel/motel, if the liquor is kept in
and served from a licensed location within the hotel/motel. This shall include the maintenance of a
unit within an individual guest room commonly known as a mini bar or an honor bar. This may also
apply to a licensee at a restaurant premises within a hotel/motel even if the restaurant operator does
not own the hotel/motel or operate that business so long as the licensee is a lessee of the restaurant
premises, has written authority from the hotel/motel operator to deliver alcohol throughout the
hotel/motel pursuant to this section and has notified the local liquor control commissioner in writing
of its intent to do so. Both the hotel/motel operator and restaurant operator must qualify as a licensee
in this circumstance. Only one restaurant operator within a hotel/motel may be granted this privilege.
If a restaurant operator within a hotel/motel does not provide room service then the owner or operator
of the hotel/motel must possess a separate local liquor license in order to provide such room service.
(c)
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The issuance to or possession by any person of a retail liquor dealer tax stamp issued for a current tax
period by the United States Government or any of its agencies shall constitute prima facie evidence
that such person is subject to the provisions of this chapter.
(d)
Within fifteen (15) days after obtaining a local liquor license pursuant to this article, the licensee shall
obtain a similar liquor license required by the State of Illinois for the sale at retail of any alcoholic
liquor. No alcoholic beverage may be purveyed by the licensee under a license issued pursuant to this
article until the state license has been obtained by the licensee and proof of same is provided to the
local liquor control commissioner. The licensee must maintain its state license in good standing for
the term of its local liquor license.
(e)
All licensees shall cause the local liquor license issued pursuant to this article, the similar state
license, and the signage requirements set forth in section 4-46 below, to be framed and displayed at all
times on the licensed premises in a conspicuous location, prominently visible to all patrons.
(Ord. No. 2716, § 2, 12-3-07)
Sec. 4-18. - Application for local retailer's liquor license.
(a)
Application for a local retailer's liquor license shall be made to the local liquor control commissioner.
The application shall be in writing, upon forms provided by the local liquor control commissioner,
signed by the applicant if an individual, or by a duly authorized agent if a club or corporation, verified
by oath or affidavit, and shall require such information as determined by the local liquor control
commissioner, including but not limited to the following:
(1)
The full name, age, address, date of birth and citizenship of the applicant in the case of an individual;
and if a naturalized citizen, also the date and place of naturalization.
(2)
In the case of a partnership, the name(s), age(s), date(s) of birth and citizenship of the persons entitled
to share in the profits thereof; in the case of a corporation or limited liability company, the date of
incorporation if an Illinois corporation or the date of becoming qualified under the Illinois Business
Corporation Act (805 ILCS 5/1.01 et seq.) to transact business in Illinois if a foreign corporation, and
the name(s), address(es) and date(s) of birth of each officer, director, manager, member, persons
owning directly or beneficially more than five (5) percent of the stock of such corporation, and of the
person to act as manager of the licensed premises.
(3)
The purpose and character of the applicant's business.
(4)
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The length of time said applicant has been in business of that character.
(5)
The location and description of the premises or place of business which is to be operated under such
license.
(6)
If a leased premises, a copy of the lease shall be provided and shall be for a term of sufficient length
to encompass the period of the license sought; and the name(s) and address(es) of the owner(s) of the
premises and the name(s) and address(es) of the owner(s) of the beneficial interest of any trust if said
premises is held in trust along with a statement from such owner(s) authorizing the use of the
premises for such purpose if the owner(s) is different from the applicant.
(7)
A statement that the applicant has never been convicted of a felony and is not disqualified to receive a
license by reason of any matter or thing contained in this chapter, laws of the State of Illinois, or the
ordinances or resolutions of the village.
(8)
Whether a previous license by any state or subdivision thereof, or by the federal government has been
applied for or issued; if so where and when, or if any such license was revoked, the reasons for the
revocation.
(9)
A statement that the applicant will not violate any of the laws of the State of Illinois, or of the United
States, or any ordinance of the village in the conduct of his business.
(10)
A statement that the applicant has not received or borrowed money or anything of value, and that he
will not receive or borrow money or anything of value (other than merchandising credit in the
ordinary course of business for a period not to exceed ninety (90) days, as provided by statute),
directly or indirectly from any manufacturer, importing distributor or distributor representative of any
such manufacturer, importing distributor or distributor of alcoholic liquor and has not been a party in
any way, directly or indirectly, to any violation by a manufacturer, distributor or importing distributor
as prescribed by statute.
(11)
A statement that at least one person eligible to be issued, and to sign the application for the local
liquor license is eighteen (18) years of age or older (e.g., officer, director, stockholder, manager, agent
or partner).
(b)
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Only completed and fully executed applications will be considered by the local liquor control
commissioner. Applications that are incomplete, inaccurate or fail to contain the statements or
information required by this section will not be considered. Each application shall be accompanied by
a nonrefundable application fee of two hundred fifty dollars ($250.00).
(c)
Applications for a new local liquor license shall also require a criminal background check, including
fingerprinting of the applicant/owner(s) of the prospective licensee. At the discretion of the local
liquor control commissioner, background checks and fingerprinting of the manager(s) of a prospective
licensee, may also be required. The applicant's background check shall be without charge, however
any background checks required for manager(s) of each licensee shall be at a cost of fifty dollars
($50.00) per individual. At the discretion of the local liquor control commissioner the fingerprints of
an applicant for renewal of a license, whether said applicant be an individual, firm, association or
partnership, may also be required. Should the applicant be a corporation, or a limited liability
company, the local liquor control commissioner shall require the following individuals to be
fingerprinted: the officer(s), manager(s) or director(s) thereof, or any member(s) or stockholder(s)
owning in the aggregate more than five (5) percent of the capital stock of said corporation or limited
liability company. These individuals shall appear at the Plainfield Police Department for
fingerprinting so that an adequate investigation may be performed to enable the local liquor control
commissioner to ascertain whether the issuance of a license will comply with the statutes of this state
and all applicable ordinances of the village. The fingerprints shall be processed by the Illinois State
Police in conjunction with the Federal Bureau of Investigation. The cost of fingerprinting and
processing shall be paid by the applicant.
(d)
All local liquor licenses shall be conditioned on the acquisition and maintenance in good standing by
the applicant and licensee of a surety bond. Prior to the issuance of a local liquor license to an
applicant, the applicant shall furnish to the village a surety bond in the amount of one thousand dollars
($1,000.00) against any violation by the principal, the principal's agents or employees, of any of the
terms of this article, or any ordinances, rules and regulations or penalties now in force or which may
hereafter be in force in the village affecting the operation of the licensed business. The surety
company must be acceptable to the local liquor control commissioner in his sole discretion. Such
bond shall be forfeited automatically on revocation of the local liquor license for which the bond was
furnished if revocation was for cause.
(e)
All local liquor licenses shall be conditioned on the acquisition and maintenance in good standing by
the applicant and licensee of general liability insurance in the amounts of at least one million dollars
($1,000,000.00) for injury or death to any person and one million dollars ($1,000,000.00) for damage
to property and dram shop liability insurance at least to the maximum amount recoverable under
applicable state statutes and as required under section 4-39 of this article. Before any local liquor
license may be issued, the applicant shall furnish the local liquor control commissioner with a
certificate from an insurance company authorized to do business in this state certifying that the
applicant has such insurance policies in force for the full period for which the local liquor license is to
be issued.
(f)
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No license may be issued by the local liquor control commissioner until all information and
documentation required in the application or required by this section have been provided, all of the
reports from the various departments and agencies with respect to background checks have been
completed and all fees due from the applicant have been paid in full.
(g)
Upon issuance of any license under this article, the licensee shall keep the information contained in
the application current by furnishing to the local liquor control commissioner, within thirty (30) days
of any change in such information, written notice of the change in information.
(Ord. No. 2716, § 2, 12-3-07; Ord. No. 3065, § 3, 8-6-12)
Sec. 4-19. - Management.
(a)
It is recognized that a licensee may, from time to time, desire to hire or retain, as an independent
contractor, a management entity to manage, generally operate and be responsible for the licensed
premises. No licensee shall permit a management entity to perform such a function unless the
management entity has been certified to do so by the local liquor control commissioner. In order to be
certified by the local liquor control commissioner, a management entity must execute a liquor license
application that reflects the entity's business status, i.e., sole proprietorship, partnership or
corporation. A management entity must meet all pertinent licensing requirements of this chapter as if
it were an applicant for an individual license (other than for a surety bond and dram shop coverage)
and meet the same standards as a licensee. The application shall be accompanied by a non-refundable
application fee of two hundred fifty dollars ($250.00) and no management entity may be qualified
unless a certification fee of seven hundred fifty dollars ($750.00) has been paid. A management entity
shall be subject to the jurisdiction of the local liquor control commissioner in the same manner as a
licensee. The application, approval and qualification requirements for management entities shall be
conditions attached to the license of the business employing them, and any violations of those
requirements may result in license penalties for the employing business, including suspension,
revocation and/or fines. If there is a violation on the licensed premises, the management company and
the licensee shall be jointly and severally responsible.
(b)
At all times when a local liquor license is in effect a licensee shall have available a manger or owner
who is identified in the licensee's liquor license application as a member of the licensee's managerial
staff. When a licensee changes managers or adds additional managers, the licensee must provide to
the village all information for such new manager(s) as required by this article, within thirty (30) days
of any such change. Each manager, at the discretion of the local liquor control commissioner, may be
subject to a criminal background check and fingerprinting by the village's police department.
(Ord. No. 2716, § 2, 12-3-07; Ord. No. 3065, § 3, 8-6-12)
Sec. 4-20. - Restrictions on issuance of liquor licenses.
(a)
No license under this article shall be issued to the following:
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(1)
A person who is not a resident of the village or the county in which the licensed premises is located.
(2)
A person who is not of good character and reputation in the community in which he resides.
(3)
A person who is not a citizen or a legal resident of the United States.
(4)
A person who has been convicted of a felony under any federal or state law or violation of a local
ordinance under this chapter unless the local liquor control commissioner determines in his sole
discretion that such person has been sufficiently rehabilitated to warrant the public trust after
considering matters set forth in such person's application and the commissioner's investigation. The
burden of proof of sufficient rehabilitation shall be on the applicant.
(5)
A person who has been convicted of being the keeper of or is the keeper of a house of ill-fame.
(6)
A person who has been convicted of pandering or other crime or misdemeanor opposed to decency
and morality.
(7)
A person whose license issued under this article has been revoked for cause.
(8)
A person who at the time of application for renewal of any license issued hereunder would not be
eligible for such license under a first application.
(9)
A co-partnership if any general partnership, limited partnership or other member of such co-
partnership owning more than five (5) percent of the aggregate limited partner interest in such co-
partnership would not be eligible to receive a license under this article for any reason other than
citizenship and residence within the county or village.
(10)
A corporation or limited liability company, if any member, officer, manager, or director thereof, or
any stockholder(s) owning in the aggregate more than five (5) percent of the stock of such corporation
or limited liability company would not be eligible to receive a license hereunder for any reason other
than citizenship and residence within the county or village.
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(11)
A person whose place of business is conducted by a manager or agent unless the manager or agent
possesses the same qualifications required of the licensee.
(12)
A person who is a beneficial owner of the business to be operated by the licensee on the premises for
which the license is sought, or does not have a lease for that premises for the full term of the license
sought.
(13)
A person who has been convicted of a violation of any federal or state law concerning the
manufacture, possession or sale of alcoholic liquor, or who shall have forfeited his bond to appear in
court to answer charges for any such violation.
(14)
Any law-enforcing public official, including the president of the village board, any member of the
village board, and any member of the corporate authorities within their own community; and no such
official shall have a direct interest in the manufacture, sale or distribution of alcoholic liquor, except
that a license may be granted to such official in relation to premises which are not located within the
territory subject to the jurisdiction of that official if the issuance of such license is approved by the
local liquor control commissioner and the state commission; and except that a license may be granted
to a member of the village board in relation to premises that are located within the territory subject to
the jurisdiction of that official if (i) the sale of alcoholic liquor pursuant to the license is incidental to
the selling of food; (ii) the issuance of the license is approved by the state commission; (iii) the
issuance of the license is in accordance with all applicable local ordinances in effect where the
premises are located; and (iv) the official granted a license does not vote on alcoholic liquor issues
before the board to which the license holder is elected. Notwithstanding any provision of this
paragraph to the contrary, a member of the village board other than the village president may have a
direct interest in the manufacture, sale or distribution of alcoholic liquor as long as he is not a law
enforcing public official or president of the village board. To prevent any conflict of interest, the
elected official with the direct interest in the manufacture, sale, or distribution of alcoholic liquor
cannot participate in any meetings, hearings, or decisions on matters impacting the manufacture, sale
or distribution of alcoholic liquor.
(15)
Any person not eligible for a state retail liquor dealer's license.
(16)
Any other person where prohibited by state statute.
(17)
A corporation or limited liability company unless it is incorporated or organized in Illinois, or unless
it is a foreign corporation qualified and registered under the Business Corporation Act of 1983 (805
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ILCS 5/1.01 et seq.) or the Limited Liability Company Act (805 ILCS 180/1-1 et seq.) to transact
business in Illinois.
(18)
A member or manager of a partnership if any such member or manager is not a resident of the village
or the county in which the licensed premises is located or is not a citizen or legal resident of the
United States.
(19)
A person who has been convicted of a gambling offense as proscribed by 720 ILCS 5/28-1(a)(1)—(a)
(11), as amended, or as proscribed by 720 ILCS 5/28-1.1 or 5/28-3, as amended, or any other
applicable state statute.
(20)
A person or entity to whom a federal wagering stamp has been issued by the federal government,
unless the person or entity is eligible to be issued a license under the Raffles Act (230 ILCS 15/0/01 et
seq.) or the Illinois Pull Tabs and Jar Games Act (235 ILCS 20/1 et seq.).
(b)
Corporate exception. A criminal conviction of a corporation is not grounds for the denial, suspension
or revocation of a license applied for or held by the corporation if the criminal conviction was not the
result of a violation of any federal or state law concerning the manufacture, possession or sale of
alcoholic liquor; or if the offense that led to the conviction did not result in any financial gain to the
corporation and the corporation has terminated its relationship with each director, officer, employee
or controlling shareholder whose actions directly contributed to the conviction of the corporation. The
local liquor control commissioner shall determine if all provisions of this subsection (b) have been
met before any action on the corporation's license is initiated.
(Ord. No. 2716, § 2, 12-3-07)
Sec. 4-21. - Term; prorating application fee.
(a)
Each license issued under this chapter shall commence on July 1 and shall terminate on June 30 next
following the date of issuance.
(b)
License fees shall not be prorated except in the following instances:
(1)
Where the license is obtained after July 1 of any license year the fee shall be reduced in proportion to
the number of full calendar months that have expired in the license term.
(2)
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Where the license is returned by the license holder upon the permanent closing of the business, and
not upon the sale or transfer of the business or assets thereof, the fee paid shall be returned in
proportion to the number of full calendar months which have not expired in the license term, less an
administrative fee of one hundred dollars ($100.00).
(Ord. No. 2716, § 2, 12-3-07)
State Law reference— Privilege granted by license, 235 ILCS 5/6-1.
Sec. 4-22. - Licenses and permits.
Except as may be provided for the issuance of certain permits under the terms of this section, every
person engaged in the retail sale of alcoholic liquor in the village shall first have obtained the
appropriate license authorizing the sale and delivery of the specific type and character of alcoholic
liquor and the specific type of business at which it may be sold.
(a)
License classifications. All new, transferred or renewed licenses issued after July 21, 1997 shall be
divided into the following classifications (no license may be issued unless it complies with the
restrictions of one of these classifications):
Class A: Class A license shall authorize the retail sale of all alcoholic liquor for consumption on and
off the licensed premises. This class of license shall not allow the retail sale of alcoholic liquor by
grocery stores or convenience stores. The annual fee for such license shall be one thousand eight
hundred seventy-five dollars ($1,875.00). There shall be no more than one (1) Class A license issued
at any one time.
Class B: Class B license shall authorize the retail sale of all alcoholic liquor, but not for consumption
on the premises where sold, by retail food establishments commonly referred to as grocery stores;
provided that the retail floor area devoted to the display of alcoholic liquor shall not exceed five (5)
percent of the total retail floor area of said store or one thousand five hundred (1,500) square feet of
retail floor area, whichever is less. The annual fee for such license shall be one thousand five hundred
dollars ($1,500.00). There shall be no more than four (4) Class B licenses issued at any one (1) time.
Class B-1: Class B-1 license shall authorize the retail sale of beer and wine, but not for consumption
on the premises where sold, by retail food establishments commonly referred to as grocery stores;
provided that the retail floor area devoted to the display of beer and wine shall not exceed five (5)
percent of the total retail floor area of said store or one thousand five hundred (1,500) square feet of
retail floor area, whichever is less. The annual fee for such license shall be one thousand two hundred
dollars ($1,200.00). There shall be no more than two (2) Class B-1 licenses issued at any one (1) time.
Class C: Class C license shall authorize the retail sale of alcoholic liquors only in the original package
and not for consumption on the licensed premises where sold by establishments commonly known as
package stores; provided the licensee dedicates substantially all of the retail floor space of the
licensed premises to the display of alcoholic liquors. The annual fee for such license shall be one
thousand five hundred dollars ($1,500.00). There shall be no more than six (6) Class C licenses issued
at any one (1) time.
Class C-1: Class C-1 license shall authorize the retail sale of alcoholic liquors only in the original
package and not for consumption on the licensed premises where sold, by retail establishments
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commonly referred to as convenience stores; provided the retail floor space devoted to the display of
alcoholic liquors shall not exceed fifty (50) percent of the total retail floor area of said licensed
premises. Such license may only be issued to a store that does not exceed three thousand (3,000)
square feet of retail floor space. The display of alcoholic liquor on such licensed premises shall be
confined to a liquor display area approved by the local liquor commissioner or his designee. The
annual fee for such license shall be one thousand five hundred dollars ($1,500.00). There shall be no
more than one (1) Class C-1 license issued at any one (1) time.
Class C-2: Class C-2 license shall authorize the retail sale of alcoholic liquors only in the original
package and not for consumption on the licensed premises where sold, by retail establishments
commonly referred to as a specialty market/delicatessen; provided the retail floor space devoted to the
display of alcoholic liquors shall not exceed twenty-five (25) percent of the total retail floor area of
said licensed premises, and shall be confined to a liquor display area approved by the local liquor
commissioner or his designee. The Class C-2 license shall also authorize the retail sale of alcoholic
liquor commonly referred to as beer and wine only at dining tables with food for consumption on the
premises. For purposes of this license classification, a specialty market/delicatessen must derive at
least forty (40) percent of its gross revenue (on an annual basis) from the sale of food for consumption
on the premises. The determination of whether the forty (40) percent gross revenue standard has been
met shall be made at the time of license renewal for the year just ended. The records used to
determine whether the forty (40) percent standard has been met shall include, but not be limited to,
audited financial statements, corporate financial reports; tax return information, state liquor license
reports, or any other form of information deemed acceptable by the local liquor control commissioner
or his designee. The annual fee for such license shall be one thousand seven hundred and fifty dollars
($1,750.00). There shall be no more than zero (0) Class C-2 licenses issued at any one (1) time.
Class D: Class D license shall authorize the retail sale of all alcoholic liquor in a restaurant and served
only at dining tables with food, for consumption on the premises. The annual fee for such license shall
be one thousand five hundred dollars ($1,500.00). There shall be no more than six (6) Class D
licenses issued at any one (1) time.
Class E: Class E license shall authorize the retail sale of alcoholic liquor commonly referred to as beer
and wine only at dining tables with food for consumption on the premises. The annual fee for such
license shall be one thousand dollars ($1,000.00). There shall be no more than four (4) Class E
licenses issued at any one (1) time.
Class F: Class F license shall authorize the retail sale on the specified premises of alcoholic liquor for
consumption on said premises, when the primary business conducted upon said premises is that of a
restaurant where not less than seventy-five (75) percent of the retail floor area is devoted to the
service of complete sit down meals from a menu and not more than twenty-five (25) percent of the
retail floor area is devoted to lounge, bar and/or banquet purposes. The annual fee for such license
shall be one thousand eight hundred seventy-five dollars ($1,875.00). There shall be no more than
fifteen (15) Class F licenses issued at any one (1) time.
Class G: Class G license shall authorize the sale of alcoholic liquor in its original package for
consumption off the licensed premises in connection with the preparation and purchase of what is
commonly referred to as a gift basket consisting of fruits, nuts, cheeses, flowers and other similar
items wherein the alcoholic liquor is ancillary to the gift basket. The annual fee for such license shall
be one hundred dollars ($100.00). There shall be no more than none (0) Class G licenses issued at any
one (1) time.
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Class H: The local liquor control commissioner may grant a Class H license to any local organization,
business or group organized under the laws of this state, and not for pecuniary profit, promoting an
event for which the common objective is not the sale of alcoholic liquor, as the local liquor control
commissioner may from time to time determine. A Class H license shall be a temporary license
authorizing the sale of beer and/or wine only, for consumption on a single licensed premises, as
identified in the Class H license, and for a single event. A Class H license issued pursuant to this
chapter shall be valid for the dates specified in the Class H license, as approved by the local liquor
control commissioner. In no event shall a Class H license remain valid for more than forty-five (45)
days from commencement of the event for which the license was issued. If the licensed premises
includes an outdoor area, the outdoor area shall be entirely enclosed with a fence demarcating that
area. The issuance of a Class H license shall require written consent of the village's police and fire
departments to confirm compliance with applicable state and local public health and fire prevention
ordinances and statutes, and applicable village ordinances, including but not limited to all applicable
provisions of this chapter. The local liquor control commissioner shall determine the may impose
such other restrictions on said license as he deems necessary. The fee for a Class H license is one
hundred dollars ($100.00). In no event shall an organization be issued more than two (2) Class H
licenses in any calendar year.
Class H-1: The local liquor control commissioner may grant a Class H-1 license to any local
organization, business or group promoting an event organized for the sale of craft beer, as the local
liquor control commissioner may from time to time determine. A Class H-1 license shall be a
temporary license authorizing the sale of craft beer only for consumption on a single licensed
premises, which licensed premises shall be outdoor as identified in the Class H-1 license. A Class H-1
license shall only be issued for a single event and shall be valid for the date(s) specified in the license,
as approved by the local liquor control commissioner. In no event shall a Class H-1 license remain
valid beyond the date(s) specified therein. The issuance of a Class H-1 license shall require written
consent of the village's police and fire departments to confirm compliance with applicable state and
local public health and fire prevention ordinances and statutes, and applicable village ordinances,
including but not limited to all applicable provisions of this chapter. The local liquor control
commissioner shall determine and may impose such other restrictions on said license as he deems
necessary to protect the peace and quiet of the surrounding area. The fee for a Class H-1 license is one
hundred dollars ($100.00). In no event shall an organization be issued more than two (2) Class H-1
licenses in any calendar year.
Class H-1 licenses shall be subject to the following additional restrictions:
(1)
All craft beer must be dispensed in plastic cups.
(2)
Positive identification of all patrons must be checked prior to entry into the licensed premises.
(3)
The sale, delivery or service of craft beer shall be limited to the licensed premises identified in the
license. All beer must stay within the licensed premises at all times. The licensee is responsible for
ensuring that patrons do not leave the licensed premises with any alcoholic beverage and/or hand
alcoholic beverages to persons outside the licensed premises.
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(4)
All sales of craft beer must commence after 12:00 p.m. on the day of the event, and stop at or before
11:00 p.m. if sold Friday and Saturday and 10:00 p.m. if sold Sunday through Thursday. These hours
may be modified by the local liquor control commissioner as deemed necessary to protect the peace
and quiet of the surrounding area.
(5)
Licensees are solely responsible for the timely clearance of all patrons from the licensed premises.
(6)
All operations by licensees at the licensed premises shall not disturb the lawful use and quiet
enjoyment of nearby properties.
(7)
Licensees shall maintain the licensed premises in a neat, orderly and safe condition, shall provide
such traffic control and sanitation facilities as may be required by the local liquor control
commissioner to protect the public health, safety, welfare and morals of the residents of the village,
and shall restore the premises after expiration of the license to its prior condition, including the
removal of trash, rubbish and garbage in accordance with the village's Code of Ordinances. Licensees
must provide refuse containers at each exit of the service area for garbage and/or unconsumed liquor.
(8)
The licensed premises shall be entirely enclosed with a fence, or other barrier approved by the local
liquor commissioner, demarcating the area.
(9)
All servers who sell, serve or dispense any craft beer must be readily identifiable and must have
attended the course of instruction identified in section 4-25 of this chapter prior to the event for which
the H-1 license is issued.
(10)
Each licensee shall comply with all other applicable provisions of this chapter including but not
limited to section 4-39, dram shop insurance.
(11)
Each licensee granted an H-1 license pursuant to this chapter, shall, when required by the village,
obtain an amplification license as required by chapter 6, article VII of the village's Code of
Ordinances.
(12)
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The licensee shall, upon request of the local liquor control commissioner, produce to the village
evidence satisfactory to the village of the licensee's relationship to the individual brewers represented
at the subject event.
Class I: Class I license shall authorize the storage, distribution and retail sale, on the premises of
hotels/motels with twenty-five (25) or more rooms, of alcoholic liquor for consumption on the
premises. The retail sale of alcoholic liquor in the original package to occupants of the hotel/motel
only shall also be authorized. The annual fee for such license shall be one thousand five hundred
dollars ($1,500.00). There shall be no more than none (0) Class I licenses issued at any one (1) time.
Class J: Class J license shall authorize the sale on the specified premises of alcoholic liquor for
consumption on said premises when the primary business conducted upon said premises is that of a
recreational facility. For the purpose of this class license, a "recreational facility" shall be defined as a
racquetball club, tennis club, health club, sports complex or bowling alley, wherein at least eighty-five
(85) percent of the retail floor area is devoted to recreational purposes other than the sale or
consumption of alcoholic liquor. The annual fee for such license shall be one thousand eight hundred
seventy-five dollars ($1,875.00). There shall be no more than one (1) Class J license issued at any one
(1) time.
Class J-2: Class J-2 license shall authorize the retail sale of alcoholic liquor by a bona fide social or
fraternal organization or club organized under the laws of this state, and not for pecuniary profit,
solely for the promotion of some common object other than the sale or consumption of alcoholic
liquor, to its members, their guests, and/or functions officially sanctioned by the organization or club,
for consumption within the premises maintained by the club, and which shall permit live
entertainment. The annual fee for a Class J-2 license shall be seven hundred fifty dollars ($750.00).
There shall be no more than one (1) Class J-2 license issued at any one (1) time.
Class K: On application and payment of an investigation and processing fee, the holder of a Class A,
D, E, F, J, J-2, M, N or R license may be issued an outdoor beer garden license. This license shall
allow the above licensees to sell all alcoholic liquor, as authorized by the licensee's primary license
classification, in a beer garden. The annual fee for an outdoor beer garden license shall be three
hundred dollars ($300.00). There shall be no more than sixteen (16) Class K licenses issued at any
one (1) time.
Class K-1: On application and payment of an investigation and processing fee, the holder of a Class
A, D, E, F, J, J-2, M, N or R license may be issued an outdoor seating license. This license shall
authorize the retail sale of alcoholic liquor as authorized by the licensee's primary license
classification, at an outdoor seating area located within the public right-of-way and for which the
village has issued the licensee a revocable outdoor use permit. The retail sale of alcoholic liquor
pursuant to this license classification shall be authorized only during the hours specified in the license,
which hours shall be determined by the local liquor control commissioner. This license classification
shall allow the sale and delivery of alcoholic liquor for consumption in the designated outdoor seating
area. The sale, delivery and consumption of alcoholic liquor in the designated outdoor seating area
shall be limited only to patrons seated in the outdoor area, in seating authorized by the village
pursuant to the revocable outdoor use permit. The annual fee for an outdoor dining license shall be
three hundred dollars ($300.00) per year. There shall be no more than eight (8) Class K-1 licenses
issued at any one (1) time.
Class L: Class L license shall authorize the retail sale of bottled wines and premium beer only in the
original package and not for consumption on the licensed premises, and the sale of wine and premium
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beer by the glass for consumption on the licensed premises. Seating for customers ordering wine or
premium beer by the glass for consumption on the licensed premises, inclusive of an outdoor seating
area authorized by the village and for which the licensee has been issued a Class K-1 license, shall not
exceed thirty (30) seats. This class of license shall also allow the delivery of alcoholic liquor, without
a charge, by such a licensee in small and limited amounts for sampling purposes only in conjunction
with sales promotional efforts occurring on the licensed premises. The sampling shall be attended and
supervised by a full-time employee and only in a designated area on the licensed premises, and shall
be subject to such further regulation as deemed necessary by the local liquor control commissioner.
Only products registered with the state liquor commission may be tasted in the following amounts:
Wine—One (1) ounce and Beer—Two (2) ounces. A Class L license also authorizes the sale of
alcoholic liquor-related accessories, fine food-related accessories, small gourmet foods which shall be
limited to cold sandwiches, appetizers, tapas or other similar foods, and drink products. A Class L
license shall not allow the sale of quick preparation foods, general supermarket foods, or household
products. The annual fee for a Class L license shall be one thousand dollars ($1,000.00). There shall
be no more than zero (0) Class L license issued at any one (1) time.
Class M: Class M license shall authorize the retail sale of alcoholic beverages on the premises for
consumption on the premises inside a bar and grill. For purposes of this section, a bar and grill must
derive at least forty (40) percent of its gross revenue (on an annual basis) from the sale of food. The
determination of whether the forty (40) percent gross revenue standard has been met shall be made at
the time of license renewal for the year just ended. The records used to determine whether the forty
(40) percent standard has been met shall include, but not be limited to, audited financial statements,
corporate financial reports; tax return information, state liquor license reports, or any other form of
information deemed acceptable by the local liquor control commissioner or his designee. The annual
fee for such license shall be one thousand seven hundred fifty dollars ($1,750.00). There shall be no
more than two (2) Class M licenses issued at any one (1) time.
Class N: Class N license shall authorize for retail sale by microbreweries on the specified premises,
alcoholic liquors primarily for consumption on the premises as well as other incidental retail sales and
wholesale sales of beer brewed on the premises and in original packages for consumption off
premises; provided however that such licenses shall be issued only to microbreweries having
restaurants as defined in this chapter under Class F licenses. The annual fee for such license shall be
one thousand eight hundred seventy-five dollars ($1,875.00). There shall be no more than one (1)
Class N licenses issued at any one (1) time.
Class O: Class O license shall authorize the removal from a restaurant, as that term is defined in
section 4-15 of this chapter, of one unsealed and partially consumed bottle of wine for off-premises
consumption provided the patron removing the partially consumed bottle of wine has purchased a
meal and consumed a portion of the bottle of wine with the meal on the licensed premises. Every such
bottle shall be opened by the licensee's agent or employee. The partially consumed bottle of wine may
be removed from the licensed premises only upon being securely sealed in a transparent one-time use
tamper-proof bag by the licensee or his agent prior to removal from the licensed premises. The
licensee or agent of the licensee shall provide a dated receipt for the bottle of wine being removed
from the licensed premises by the patron. It shall be unlawful for the licensee or any agent or
employee of the licensee to permit any patron to leave the licensed premises with any open liquor,
including a bottle of wine not sealed in compliance with this section. The annual fee for a Class O
license shall be three hundred dollars ($300.00). There shall be no more than five (5) Class O licenses
issued at any one (1) time.
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Class P: Class P license shall authorize the sale of alcoholic liquor on the licensed premises, but not
for consumption on the licensed premises in connection with a caterer, catering establishment or
catering service as defined under section 4-15 of this article (collectively referred to herein as a
"catering business") operated or conducting business in the village. This classification of license shall
only be issued to persons who demonstrate they are operating a bona fide catering business. A
licensee holding a Class P license may only serve alcoholic liquor in conjunction with the operation of
a catering business serving prepared meals, not in conjunction with the service of snacks, and only for
consumption on the premises where the meals are served. This license shall only permit the service of
alcoholic liquor by employees of the licensee, and only to invited guests at the private catered
function. This license shall be issued only for the premises owned, operated or maintained by the
catering business or for the location in which the catering business shall serve food and alcoholic
liquor. The annual fee for a Class P license shall be one thousand two hundred dollars ($1,200.00).
There shall be no more than none (0) Class P licenses issued at any one (1) time.
Class Q: Class Q license shall authorize a restaurant, as that term is defined in section 4-15 of this
chapter, to permit a patron of legal drinking age, to bring, possess and consume wine or other vinous
beverage on the licensed premises in accordance with the conditions set forth herein. Consumption of
such wine or vinous beverage shall only be permitted by patrons of legal drinking age who order and
are served a meal by the licensee. Only one (1) bottle of wine or vinous beverage is permitted to be
brought onto the premises by an individual patron per visit. The wine or vinous beverage must be
commercially manufactured, sealed in its original seal, given to the licensee's agent or employee
before the patron is seated and opened only by the licensee's agent or employee. Consumption of the
wine or vinous beverage shall only be permitted from 12:00 p.m. until 10:00 p.m., Sunday through
Saturday. No restaurant that has a service bar is eligible for a Class Q license. In addition, no
restaurant that has any other classification of a liquor license under this Code is eligible for a Class Q
license. A partially consumed bottle of wine or other vinous beverage may be removed from the
licensed premises only upon being securely sealed in a transparent one-time use tamper-proof bag by
the licensee or his agent prior to removal from the licensed premises. It shall be unlawful for the
licensee or any agent or employee of the licensee to permit any patron to leave the licensed premises
with any open liquor, including a bottle of wine not sealed in compliance with this section. The
annual fee for a Class Q license shall be one hundred dollars ($100.00). There shall be no more than
zero (0) Class Q license issued at any one (1) time.
Class R: Class R license shall authorize the retail sale of alcoholic liquor in conjunction with the
operation of a restaurant, as that term is defined in section 4-15 of this chapter, for consumption on
the licensed premises. The sale of alcoholic liquors for consumption off the licensed premises is
expressly prohibited, except the retail sale of commercially manufactured bottled wine and premium
beer registered with the state liquor commission, sealed in its original package with the seal unbroken,
for consumption off the licensed premises where it is sold. The annual fee for a Class R license shall
be one thousand five hundred dollars ($1,500.00). There shall be no more than four (4) Class R
licenses issued at any one (1) time.
Class S: Class S license shall authorize the (a) on-site production and storage of specified types of
alcoholic liquor, as determined by the local liquor control com-missioner, in quantities not to exceed
fifteen thousand (15,000) gallons per year; (b) sale of such alcoholic liquor to persons at least twenty-
one (21) years of age for consumption on or off the licensed premises; and (c) on-site sampling of
such alcoholic liquor. Each Class S licensee must obtain, prior to the issuance of a Class S license, a
valid craft distiller license issued by the State of Illinois. All products produced and stored on the
licensed premises must be registered with the state liquor commission. In addition to the sale of such
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alcoholic liquor for consumption on or off the licensed premises, this class of license shall allow the
delivery of such alcoholic liquor, without a charge, by the licensee in limited amounts for sampling
purposes only, pursuant to the following conditions:
(1)
Sampling is permitted only in conjunction with pre-scheduled guided tours of the licensed premises.
Such tours must be for the sole purpose of promoting the sale of the alcoholic liquor produced and
stored on the licensed premises.
(2)
All sampling shall be attended and supervised by a BASSET-certified site manager and only in a
designated on-site accessory tasting room.
(3)
Licensees shall not provide more than three (3) free samples, each of which shall not exceed one-
quarter (¼) fluid ounce, to any person in a single day.
(4)
Sampling shall be subject to such further regulations as deemed necessary from time to time by the
local liquor control commissioner.
It shall be unlawful for the holder of a Class S license to provide a sample of or to sell any alcohol
before the hour of 12:00 p.m. noon or after the hour of 10:00 p.m. on any Sunday through Thursday;
and before the hour of 11:00 a.m. or after the hour of 11:00 p.m. Friday and Saturday. The annual fee
for a Class S license shall be one thousand eight hundred and seventy-five dollars ($1,875.00). There
shall be no more than one (1) Class S license issued at any one (1) time.
Class T: Class T license shall authorize the (a) production and storage of craft beer for retail sale on
the licensed premises; (b) storage of craft beer produced by regional craft brewers other than the
licensee, provided such storage is for the sole purpose of on-site sampling of the craft beer pursuant to
the terms of this license; (c) in person sales of craft beer to individuals at least twenty-one (21) years
of age for consumption off the licensed premises; (d) distribution of not more than two hundred thirty-
two thousand five hundred (232,500) gallons per year of the licensee's craft beer to other retail
licensees provided the licensee has obtained the required state self-distribution exemption; and (e) on-
site sampling of craft beer. For purposes of a Class T license, the sale of craft beer to individuals at
least twenty-one (21) years of age for consumption off the licensed premises shall only be permitted
in a pre-packaged bottle(s), can(s), keg(s) and/or growler(s). For purposes of a Class T license,
"growler" shall be defined as a refillable, sealed container sold on the licensed premises by the
licensee, containing craft beer for consumption off the licensed premises.
Each Class T licensee must, prior to the issuance of a Class T license, comply with and adhere to all
applicable federal, state and local regulations, including but not limited to procurement of a Federal
Brewer's Notice, Illinois Manufacturer's (Brewer's) Liquor License, State of Illinois Craft Brewer's
License, State of Illinois self-distribution exemption, and any other requisite license or permit for the
manufacture, packaging, storing, sale and/or distribution of alcoholic beverages.
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The volume of craft beer produced on the licensed premises shall not exceed four hundred sixty-five
thousand (465,000) gallons per year. The portion of the licensed premises dedicated to the
manufacture of craft beer shall be segregated from the remainder of the licensed premises and shall
not generally be accessible to the public. The licensee shall maintain accurate records as to the total
volume of craft beer manufactured on the licensed premises and the volume of craft beer sold for
consumption off the licensed premises. Upon demand, licensee shall immediately produce said
records to the local liquor control commissioner.
Not more than seventy-five (75) percent of the total gross square footage area of the licensed premises
shall be designated to the retail sale of craft beer. Under no circumstances shall the total gross square
footage of the retail space exceed three thousand (3,000) square feet.
The production and sale of craft beer for consumption on the licensed premises is expressly
prohibited, except this license classification shall allow the delivery of craft beer by the licensee in
limited amounts for sampling purposes only to (a) the licensee's customers; and/or (b) attendees at
certified educational or instructional classes related to the production of craft beer and sponsored by
the licensee on the licensed premises, pursuant to the following conditions:
(1)
Sampling is permitted only during the licensee's authorized retail sale hours and may only occur on
that portion of the licensed premises dedicated to offering sampling, which area shall be segregated
from the manufacturing area of the licensed premises.
(2)
Sampling by customers shall only occur from a single bar located on the licensed premises, with
seating at the bar available for such sampling. No other customer seating on the licensed premises
shall be permitted. The provisions of this subparagraph (2) shall not apply to sampling related to
certified educational or instructional classes.
(3)
Craft beer may be served to any person at least twenty-one (21) years of age for sampling purposes
provided the total quantity of the craft beer sampling package served to a single person is not more
than sixteen (16) ounces of craft beer.
(4)
A price may be set for such sampling.
(5)
All applicable taxes including sales tax shall be collected and paid on all revenue realized from such
sampling.
(6)
All sampling shall be attended and supervised by a BASSET-certified site manager.
(7)
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Sampling shall be subject to all other terms and conditions regulating this license classification and to
such further regulations as deemed necessary from time to time by the local liquor control
commissioner.
It shall be unlawful for the holder of a Class T license to provide a sample of or sell craft beer before
the hour of 12:00 p.m. noon or after the hour of 10:00 p.m. on any Sunday; or before the hour of 9:00
a.m. or after the hour of 11:00 p.m. any Monday through Saturday. The annual fee for a Class T
license shall be one thousand eight hundred and seventy-five dollars ($1,875.00). There shall be no
more than one (1) Class T license issued at any one (1) time.
Class U: Class U license shall authorize the sale of all alcoholic liquor for consumption on the
licensed premises, when the sole business conducted upon the licensed premises is that of a private
club/banquet facility, at which private events are held, and the sale of alcoholic liquor at the licensed
premises is only to persons personally attending a private event at the licensed premises. It shall be
unlawful for any licensee holding a Class U license to sell or offer for sale in the village any alcoholic
liquor for consumption off the licensed premises, or to sell or offer for sale any alcoholic liquor after
the hour of 12:00 a.m. and before the hour of 11:00 a.m. on any day. The annual fee for a Class U
license shall be one thousand eight hundred seventy-five dollars ($1,875.00). There shall be no more
than one (1) Class U license issued at any one (1) time.
Class V: Class V license shall authorize the sale of alcoholic liquor for consumption on the licensed
premises, when the sole business conducted upon the licensed premises is that of an art studio at
which public and private events are held, and the sale of alcoholic liquor at the licensed premises is
only to persons personally attending an event at the licensed premises. It shall be unlawful for any
licensee holding a Class V license to sell or offer for sale in the village any alcoholic liquor for
consumption off the licensed premises, to sell or offer for sale any alcoholic liquor after the hour of
11:00 p.m. and before the hour of 10:00 a.m. on any day, to permit any outside alcoholic liquor on the
licensed premises, or to sell or serve alcoholic liquor on the licensed premises during a time when the
art studio is not open for a public or private event. The annual fee for a Class V license shall be one
thousand two hundred dollars ($1,200.00). There shall be no more than one (1) Class V license issued
at any one (1) time.
Class W: Class W license shall authorize the sale of wine and/or beer for consumption on the licensed
premises when the sole business conducted upon the licensed premises is that of a non-home based
full-service salon. The sale of wine and/or beer on the licensed premises is restricted to patrons
present at the licensed premises and receiving salon services not in a private room. The sale of wine
and/or beer is further limited to no more than two (2) glasses of wine and/or beer per patron in a
twenty-four-hour period. The serving size for each glass of wine shall be no more than six (6) ounces
and for each glass of beer shall be no more than twelve (12) ounces. It shall be unlawful for any
licensee holding a Class W license to sell or offer for sale in the village any alcoholic liquor for
consumption off the licensed premises, to sell or offer for sale any alcoholic liquor after the hour of
9:00 p.m. and before the hour of 10:00 a.m. on any day, to permit any outside alcoholic liquor on the
licensed premises, or to sell or serve alcoholic liquor on the licensed premises during a time when the
salon is not open to the public. For purposes of this license classification, a "full-service salon" shall
mean a non-home based business that offers hair, nail and skin care services, but does not provide full
body massages or similar services in private rooms. The annual fee for a Class W license shall be one
thousand five hundred dollars ($1,500.00). There shall be no more than three (3) Class W licenses
issued at any one (1) time.
(b)
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Special event permit/entertainment permit. The local liquor control commissioner may grant to any
person holding a valid Class A, D, E, F, J, J-2, M, N or R local liquor license a special event permit
and/or entertainment permit as follows:
Special event permit. A special event permit may be granted to eligible licensees for up to two (2)
special events per year, to allow for the selling or serving of alcoholic beverages at a specified site
adjacent to the licensee's current licensed premises for a special event. Special events shall be those
events designated by the local liquor control commissioner as being eligible under this section. It shall
be unlawful to hold a special event without first obtaining a special event permit, or to do so in
violation of the terms of the permit. A special event permit shall apply only to the event, location,
duration and/or hours authorized by the local liquor control commissioner and shall only be issued to
licensees compliant with existing village, county and state public health and fire prevention
ordinances and statutes. The local liquor control commissioner may impose such other restrictions on
a special event permit as deemed necessary. The fee for a special event permit shall be one hundred
dollars ($100.00) per event, in addition to the licensee's regular class license. Restrictions on special
events include, but are not limited to, the following:
(1)
All alcoholic liquor must be dispensed in plastic or paper cups.
(2)
Identification of all patrons must be checked, as with normal business operations.
(3)
All alcoholic liquor must stay within the licensee's outdoor serving area. No alcoholic liquor may be
brought onto or consumed on the licensed premises other than that provided by the licensee under the
terms and conditions of this chapter and the licensee's license.
(4)
Outdoor liquor sales shall not commence prior to the start time permitted pursuant to the terms of the
licensee's primary license classification or as otherwise permitted by the local liquor control
commissioner. Outdoor liquor sales must stop at 1:00 a.m. on Friday and Saturday and 10:00 p.m.
Sunday through Thursday. Service area must be clear of customers within thirty (30) minutes after
stopping sales. Licensees are solely responsible for the timely clearance of all customers from the
service area.
(5)
Licensee shall maintain the premises in a neat, orderly and safe condition, shall provide such traffic
control and sanitation facilities as may be required by the local liquor control commissioner to protect
the public health, safety, welfare and morals of the residents of the village, and shall restore the
premises after expiration of the license to its prior condition, including the removal of trash, rubbish
and garbage in accordance with village code. Licensees must provide refuse containers at each exit of
the service area for garbage and/or unconsumed liquor.
(6)
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Outside service shall be limited to the premises specified in the special event license, which premises
shall be entirely enclosed with a fence demarcating the licensed premises. Each licensee is responsible
for ensuring that patrons do not leave the premises with alcohol and/or hand alcohol to people outside
the serving area.
(7)
Outside servers who sell, serve or dispense any alcoholic beverages must be readily identifiable and
must have attended the course of instruction identified in section 4-25 of this chapter prior to the
event for which the special event license is issued.
(8)
Each special event shall not exceed seventy-two (72) hours in duration.
(9)
Live music may be played for each special event outdoors on the specified site adjacent to the
licensed premises. Such live music may only occur on dates and times when the licensed premises is
actually open and operating and shall not occur after 10:00 p.m. prevailing time Sunday through
Thursday, after 11:00 p.m. prevailing time on Friday and Saturday, or before the hour of 11:00 a.m.
prevailing time of any day.
Each licensee granted a special event permit pursuant to this article, shall also obtain an amplification
license as required by chapter 6, article VII of the village's Code of Ordinances. The local liquor
control commissioner may attach such other conditions to the special event permit as may be
advisable to protect the peace and quiet of the surrounding area. The local liquor control
commissioner or his designee shall have the absolute right, for cause and without the necessity of a
hearing, to order the immediate cessation of such live music.
Entertainment permit. An entertainment permit allows for dancing by patrons only, or other live
entertainment including the appearance of amateur or professional entertainers other than dancers, and
the showing of commercially produced movies or motion pictures upon the licensed premises only,
and not upon any site for which a licensee has obtained a special permit. It shall be unlawful to permit
such entertainment on the licensed premises without first having obtained an entertainment permit, or
to do so in violation of the terms of that permit. Entertainment permits shall only be issued to current
licensees compliant with existing village, county and state public health and fire prevention
ordinances and statutes. The annual fee for an entertainment permit shall be three hundred dollars
($300.00) per year, in addition to the license fee for the licensee's regular class license. Licensees may
amplify recorded background music and brief business related announcements on the licensed
premises without necessity of an entertainment permit provided such amplification is not audible
more than twenty-five (25) feet beyond the property line of the licensed premises.
The local liquor control commissioner may impose such other restrictions on a special event permit or
entertainment permit as deemed appropriate in his discretion, including but not limited to requiring
the presence of uniformed police officer(s) for any event for which a special event permit is issued or
for the appearance of live entertainment for which an entertainment permit is issued. Violation(s) of
this article may result in the suspension or revocation of a licensee's special event or entertainment
permit.
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(Ord. No. 2709, § 1, 11-5-07; Ord. No. 2710, § 1, 11-5-07; Ord. No. 2176, § 2, 12-3-07; Ord. No.
2723, § 1, 12-17-07; Ord. No. 2724, § I, 12-17-07; Ord. No. 2725, § 1, 12-17-07; Ord. No. 2728, § 1,
1-7-08; Ord. No. 2735, § 1, 2-4-08; Ord. No. 2745, § 1, 4-7-08; Ord. No. 2759, § I, 5-19-08; Ord. No.
2008-2770, § 3, 6-16-08; Ord. No. 2771, § 1, 6-16-08; Ord. No. 2772, § 1, 6-23-08; Ord. No. 2774, §
1, 7-8-08; Ord. No. 2782, § 1, 8-4-08; Ord. No. 2791, § 1, 9-22-08; Ord. No. 2794, § 1, 10-6-08; Ord.
No. 2804, § I, 11-3-08; Ord. No. 2805, § I, 11-3-08; Ord. No. 2837, § I, 2-2-09; Ord. No. 2849, § 3,
3-16-09; Ord. No. 2859, § 1, 4-20-09; Ord. No. 2860, §§ 1, 2, 4-20-09; Ord. No. 2861, § 1, 4-20-09;
Ord. No. 2863, § 1, 5-4-09; Ord. No. 2864, §§ 1—3, 5-4-09; Ord. No. 2865, § 1, 5-18-09; Ord. No.
2876, § I, 6-22-09; Ord. No. 2877, § 2(Exh. A), 6-22-09; Ord. No. 2882, § I, 7-6-09; Ord. No. 2886, §
I, 7-20-09; Ord. No. 2888, §§ 1, 2, 8-17-09; Ord. No. 2890, § 1, 9-21-09; Ord. No. 2898, § I, 11-2-09;
Ord. No. 2903, § I, 12-7-09; Ord. No. 2921, § 1, 3-1-10; Ord. No. 2926, § I, 3-15-10; Ord. No. 2934,
§ 1, 4-19-10; Ord. No. 2939 § I, 5-17-10; Ord. No. 2940, § 1, 5-17-10; Ord. No. 2945, § 1, 7-12-10;
Ord. No. 2946, § 1, 7-12-10; Ord. No. 2947, § I, 7-19-10; Ord. No. 2948. § I, 8-2-10; Ord. No. 2955,
§ 1, 10-4-10; Ord. No. 2962, § 1, 11-1-10; Ord. No. 2963, § 1, 11-15-10; Ord. No. 2964, § 1, 2, 11-
15-10; Ord. No. 2971, § I, 3-7-11; Ord. No. 2977, § I, 4-4-11; Ord. No. 2988, § 1, 5-2-11; Ord. No.
2993, § 3, 5-16-11; Ord. No. 2994, § 1, 6-6-11; Ord. No. 2995, § 1, 7-18-11; Ord. No. 2998, § 1, 8-1-
11; Ord. No. 3000, § 1, 8-15-11; Ord. No. 3001, § I, 8-15-11; Ord. No. 3006, §§ 1, 2, 10-3-11; Ord.
No. 3014, § 1, 11-21-11; Ord. No. 3019, § 1, 12-5-11; Ord. No. 3034, §§ 1, 2, 1-9-12; Ord. No. 3041,
§ I, 3-5-12; Ord. No. 3053, § 1, 2, 4-16-12; Ord. No. 3055, § I, 5-7-12; Ord. No. 3058, § 3, 5-21-12;
Ord. No. 3059, § I, 6-18-12; Ord. No. 3060, § I, 7-2-12; Ord. No. 3064, § I, 8-6-12; Ord. No. 3065, §
3, 8-6-12; Ord. No. 3070, §§ I, II, 10-1-12; Ord. No. 3090, §§ 1, 2, 12-10-12; Ord. No. 3092, § I, 2-4-
13; Ord. No. 3106, §§ 1, 2, 4-15-13; Ord. No. 3107, § 3, 4-15-13; Ord. No. 3110, §§ 1, 2, 5-20-13;
Ord. No. 3114, §§ 1, 2, 6-17-13; Ord. No. 3116, § I, 7-15-13; Ord. No. 3121, § I, 8-26-13; Ord. No.
3123, § 1, 10-7-13; Ord. No. 3131, § 1, 11-18-13; Ord. No. 3139, § I, 2-3-14; Ord. No. 3143, §§ 1, 2,
3-17-14; Ord. No. 3149, § 3, 4-21-14; Ord. No. 3150, § 3, 4-21-14; Ord. No. 3151, § I, 4-21-14; Ord.
No. 3160, § I, 6-16-14; Ord. No. 3164, § I, 7-7-14; Ord. No. 3167, §§ 1, 2, 7-21-14; Ord. No. 3184, §
1, 11-17-14; Ord. No. 3193, §§ 1, 2, 12-15-14; Ord. No. 3198, § 2(Exh. A), 1-5-15; Ord. No. 3200, §
I, 2-2-15; Ord. No. 3211, § 3(Exh. A), 4-20-15; Ord. No. 3220, §§ I, II, 7-20-15; Ord. No. 3226, § 3
(Exh. A), 8-17-15; Ord. No. 3231, § 3, 9-21-15; Ord. No. 3232, §§ 1, 2, 9-21-15; Ord. No. 3236, §§ 1,
2, 10-19-15; Ord. No. 3241, §§ I, II, 11-2-15; Ord. No. 3242, § I, 11-2-15; Ord. No. 3244, §§ 1, 2, 12-
7-15; Ord. No. 3245, §§ 1, 2, 12-7-15; Ord. No. 3255, § 1, 4-4-16; Ord. No. 3259, § I, 5-16-16; Ord.
No. 3268, §§ I, II, 6-6-16; Ord. No. 3270, §§ 1, 2, 6-20-16; Ord. No. 3274, §§ 1, 2, 8-1-16; Ord. No.
3276, § 1, 9-19-16; Ord. No. 3283, § 1, 11-7-16; Ord. No. 3289, § 1, 12-19-16)
Sec. 4-23. - Number of licenses.
(a)
The corporate authorities shall determine, by ordinance, the number of licenses available in each
classification. Neither the local liquor control commissioner nor any other person or entity may issue
local liquor licenses in a number that is in excess of the number authorized by the corporate
authorities. A current schedule of the authorized number of licenses available in each classification
shall be maintained by the village administrator for the local liquor control commissioner.
(b)
Upon the alienation, sale, transfer, assignment or donation of the business that underlies the license to
any third party or person other than the licensee, the license shall automatically become void and the
number of available licenses in that classification as authorized by the corporate authorities shall
automatically and immediately be reduced by one.
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(c)
Any licensed establishment that has discontinued the sale or service of alcoholic liquor or that has not
been open for business at least four (4) days per week for a period of thirty (30) days or more shall
automatically forfeit its license. Upon forfeiture of the license, the number of available licenses in that
classification as authorized by the corporate authorities shall automatically and immediately be
reduced by one. This forfeiture shall not apply in instances where the licensee has previously notified
the village administrator, in writing, of the licensee's intent to close the licensed premises temporarily
for remodeling or other similar purpose.
(Ord. No. 2716, § 2, 12-3-07)
Sec. 4-24. - Disposition of fees.
All fees shall be made payable to the village and submitted to the local liquor control commissioner at
the time application is made. The fee shall be immediately turned over to the village's finance
department. In the event the license applied for is denied, all fees, except for the nonrefundable
application fee, shall be returned to the applicant.
(Ord. No. 2716, § 2, 12-3-07)
Sec. 4-25. - B.A.S.S.E.T certification required.
(a)
For all original or renewal licenses issued pursuant to this chapter the licensee shall cause those
employees, agents or representatives who sell or serve alcoholic beverages on the licensed premises,
all management personnel working on the licensed premises, and all other employees, agents or
representatives whose job description entails the checking of identification for the purchases of
alcoholic beverages pursuant to a license issued under this chapter, to complete a state certified
Beverage Alcohol Sellers and Servers Education and Training (BASSET) program. Each licensee
shall be responsible for causing training to be administered to as many of its employees as necessary
to assure that at least one (1) trained employee is present at the licensed premises at all times when
alcoholic beverages are being sold for consumption on the licensed premises.
(b)
A state-certified BASSET training program shall be defined as a BASSET program licensed by the
state commission (ILCC) as required by 235 ILCS 5/3-12(11.1) and 6-27 and Title 77 of Illinois
Administrative Code, Chapter XVI, Section 3500. All licensed BASSET providers shall be required
to have on file all licenses and certificates to prove current qualifications and provide a certificate of
course completion and a card, to participants as proof of completion.
(c)
Any new owner, manager, employee, agent or representative requiring BASSET training, shall within
ninety (90) days from the commencement of their employment with a licensee, complete an ILCC
BASSET approved seller/server training program and shall until completion of the BASSET program
work under the direct supervision of a person who has completed BASSET training. Notwithstanding
the foregoing, for licensees issued a Class H or a Class H-1 license, all BASSET training shall be
completed prior to the commencement of the event that is the subject of the license.
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(d)
The licensee shall maintain copies of the certificates of completion for each of the licensee's certified
employees, evidencing the licensee's compliance with the BASSETT training requirements of this
section 4-25 and shall, at the request of any village law enforcement officer and/or the local liquor
control commissioner or his designee, produce such copies for inspection. The certificate of
completion shall be maintained by the licensee in a manner that will allow inspection, upon demand,
by any designee of the state and/or local liquor control authorities.
(e)
All costs associated with a licensee's compliance with the BASSET training required under this article
shall be paid by the licensee.
(f)
Any licensee found to be in violation of this section shall be subject to a fine of not less than two
hundred fifty dollars ($250.00) for a first offense and for subsequent offenses a fine of not less than
three hundred dollars ($300.00). For each violation of this section, a licensee shall also be subject to a
possible suspension or revocation of any license issued under this chapter.
(Ord. No. 2716, § 2, 12-3-07; Ord. No. 3065, § 3, 8-6-12)
Sec. 4-26. - Hearings before the local liquor control commissioner.
(a)
The local liquor control commissioner may suspend or revoke any liquor license for any violation of
any provision of this article, or for any violation of any state law pertaining to the sale of alcoholic
liquor. Upon due investigation of any claim of violation, the village administrator, upon his motion or
upon the motion of any five (5) residents of the village, shall have the right to file a complaint with
the local liquor control commissioner stating that a licensee within the village has been or is violating
the provisions of the Liquor Control Act, applicable village ordinances, or the rules or regulations of
the local liquor control commissioner. Such complaint shall be in writing and shall be signed and
sworn to by the parties complaining. The complaint shall state the particular provision, rule or
regulation believed to have been violated and the facts in detail upon which belief is based. If the
local liquor control commissioner is satisfied that the complaint substantially charges a violation and
that from the facts alleged there is reasonable cause for such belief, he shall, within thirty (30) days of
receipt of the complaint, set the matter for hearing and shall serve notice upon the licensee of the time
and place of such hearing and of the particular charge in the complaint. If the local liquor control
commissioner is not satisfied that there is a reasonable basis for the complaint, he shall respond to the
residents in writing explaining why a hearing is not necessary.
(b)
Notice, hearing and order. Except as provided in section 4-16(b)(7) of this chapter, no such liquor
license shall be revoked or suspended except after a public hearing before the local liquor control
commissioner. The local liquor control commissioner shall give written notice to the licensee not less
than three (3) days prior to the hearing, affording the licensee an opportunity to appear and defend or
otherwise answer. If after a hearing on any alleged violation the local liquor control commissioner
finds there is any violation of any ordinances of the village or statutes of the state, or that there was
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any other activity or omission of the licensee for which a penalty should be imposed, the local liquor
control commissioner may fine the licensee and/or suspend or revoke his/her license. The local liquor
control commissioner shall, within five (5) days after such hearing, make a determination regarding
suspension, revocation and/or the issuance of a fine to the licensee. If the local liquor control
commissioner determines that the license should be revoked or suspended, he shall state the reason(s)
for such determination in a written order of revocation or suspension and shall serve a copy of such
order within the five (5) days upon the licensee. If the local liquor control commissioner decides to
suspend the license, the term of suspension shall not be less than one (1) day nor more than thirty (30)
days. If in addition to or in lieu of a license suspension or revocation, the local liquor control
commissioner imposes a fine upon the licensee, the amount of the fine shall not be less than fifty
dollars ($50.00) or more than one thousand dollars ($1,000.00). However, any failure of a licensee to
fulfill an affirmative duty set forth in this chapter shall subject the licensee to a mandatory minimum
penalty of one hundred dollars ($100.00). If the local liquor control commissioner finds the licensee
to be guilty of any charges, the licensee will be responsible for all costs incurred for a hearing before
the local liquor control commission, including but not limited to court reporter fees, witness fees,
attorneys fees and any other miscellaneous fees incurred by the village. This shall be in addition to
any other penalties assessed against the licensee. Failure to pay such costs within thirty (30) days of
notification is a violation of this section. The remedies afforded hereunder are not exclusive, and any
such sums assessed hereunder may be collected as any other debt.
(c)
All proceedings before the local liquor control commissioner shall be recorded and placed in a
certified official record of such proceedings taken and prepared by a certified court reporter.
(Ord. No. 2716, § 2, 12-3-07)
State Law reference— Similar provisions, revocation, suspension, when licensee fined, 235 ILCS
5/7-5.
Sec. 4-27. - Appeals from an order of the liquor control commissioner.
(a)
Any order or action of the local liquor control commissioner granting or refusing to grant a license,
revoking or suspending or refusing to revoke or suspend a license or refusing for more than thirty (30)
days to grant a hearing upon a complaint to revoke or suspend a license, may within twenty (20) days
after notice of such order or action be appealed to the state commission. In the event of an appeal
from an order or action of the local liquor control commissioner, the appeal to the state commission
shall be limited to a review of the official record of the proceedings before the local liquor control
commissioner. The only evidence which shall be considered in the review by said state commission
shall be the evidence found in the certified official record of the proceedings of the local liquor
control commissioner. At such time as the local liquor control commissioner receives notice of an
appeal, the local liquor control commissioner shall file with the state commission the certified official
record of the proceedings.
(b)
Order of the state commission. A copy of the order or decision of the state commission shall be served
upon each party of record to the proceeding before the commission. It shall be the duty of the local
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liquor control commissioner to take such action as may be necessary to conform with the terms of any
order or decision of the state commission properly served upon the village.
(c)
Review under administrative review act. All final administrative decisions of the state liquor control
commission shall be subject to judicial review pursuant to the provisions of the Illinois Administrative
Procedure Act (5 ILCS 100/1.1 et seq.).
(Ord. No. 2716, § 2, 12-3-07)
State Law reference— Similar provisions, revocation, suspension, when licensee fined, 235 ILCS
5/7-5.
Sec. 4-28. - Transfer of license.
(a)
A license shall be purely a personal privilege, good for not to exceed one year after issuance, unless
sooner revoked as set forth in this chapter. The license shall not constitute property, nor shall it be
subject to attachment, garnishment or execution, nor shall it be alienable, voluntarily or involuntarily,
or subject to being encumbered or hypothecated. The license is not transferable either for
consideration or not for consideration. As to a closely held corporation, an illegal transfer will be
deemed to have been attempted and the license shall become null and void if any person owning
twenty (20) percent or more of the stock, transfers the stock to another person who previously held
less that fifty (50) percent of the stock. As to a public corporation, an illegal transfer will be deemed
to have been attempted and the license shall become null and void if there has been a buy out, a
takeover or any other transaction involving the sale or transfer of more than fifty (50) percent of the
stock or assets of the corporation.
(b)
A license issued to an individual or a partnership shall cease upon the death of the licensee or a
partner of a licensee and shall not descend by the laws of testate or intestate devolution. However, the
executors or administrators of the estate of any deceased licensee, and the trustee of any insolvent or
bankrupt licensee, when the estate consists in part of alcoholic liquor may, upon written notice to the
local liquor control commissioner, continue the business of the sale of alcoholic liquor under the order
of the appropriate court. In such cases, the executor, administrator, or trustee may exercise the
privileges of the deceased or insolvent or bankrupt licensee after the death of decedent, or such
insolvency or bankruptcy until the expiration of the license, but not longer than six (6) months after
the death, bankruptcy or insolvency of the licensee.
(c)
If a corporation to whom a license has been issued is ordered into receivership or files for bankruptcy,
the receiver or trustee may continue the operation of the business under the existing license under
order of the appropriate court until the expiration of the license or until the passage of six (6) months
from the date of appointment of a receiver or trustee whichever comes first.
(d)
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Upon the death of any person owning five (5) percent or more of the shares in a closely held
corporation, the local liquor control commission shall be notified and if the shares are transferred to a
person who is not currently named in the application as a shareholder, then the licensee shall apply for
a new license.
(Ord. No. 2716, § 2, 12-3-07)
Sec. 4-29. - Renewal of license; decrease in available licenses.
Any licensee may apply to renew its license upon expiration thereof, provided the applicant is then
qualified to receive a license and the premises for which the renewal license is sought is suitable for
that purpose. This renewal privilege shall not be construed as a vested right, but shall be completely
subject to the local liquor control commissioner's right of review of the licensee's background and
history of operation in the village. Further, the corporate authorities shall not be prevented from
decreasing the number of licenses available in any or all classifications within the village. If the
number of licenses in any or all classifications is decreased, the licenses may be eliminated on the
basis of seniority, so that the premises holding a license the least amount of time shall be eliminated
first. However, the local liquor control commissioner may, with an accompanying written statement,
eliminate licenses in those instances on the basis of quality of operation of the premises, considering
such matters as charges before the local liquor control commissioner, the state commission or other
law enforcement issues and/or on the basis of articulable benefit or lack of benefit to the village.
(Ord. No. 2716, § 2, 12-3-07)
Sec. 4-30. - Change of location.
A retail liquor dealer's license issued hereunder shall permit the sale of alcoholic liquor only on the
premises described in the application and license. The location may be changed only upon written
permission issued by the local liquor control commissioner. A change of location is within the sole
discretion of the local liquor control commissioner. No change of location shall be permitted unless
the proposed new location is in compliance with the provisions and regulations of this chapter.
Notwithstanding the foregoing, the local liquor control commissioner may, in writing, grant
permission to Class H licensees to sell alcoholic beverages at more than one location.
(Ord. No. 2716, § 2, 12-3-07)
Cross reference— Zoning, Ch. 9.
Sec. 4-31. - Consumption on premises.
(a)
No liquor shall be sold, offered for sale, kept for sale, displayed or advertised for sale or delivered to
any person except at the location, place or premises described in the liquor license.
(b)
Except for licensees holding a Class L license, it shall be unlawful for anyone not having a license
which provides for consumption on the premises where sold, to offer for sale, deliver or donate any
alcoholic beverage for consumption on the licensed premises, or to permit the same to be consumed
on the premises where sold or donated. Notwithstanding the foregoing, the local liquor control
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commissioner may grant a daily sampling permit to any general package, wine only package, or wine
and beer only package licensee under this chapter, which permit shall authorize the delivery, without
charge, of alcoholic liquor by such licensee in small and limited amounts for sampling purposes only
in conjunction with sales promotional efforts occurring on the licensed premises during the term of
the sampling permit. Such a sampling permit shall include the following conditions and limitations:
(1)
The sampling shall be attended and supervised by a full-time employee over twenty-one (21) years of
age and only in one designated area on the licensed premises.
(2)
Only products registered with the state commission may be tasted in the following serving amounts:
Distilled spirits: One-quarter (¼) ounce.
Beer: Two (2) ounces.
Wine: One (1) ounce.
(3)
Up to three (3) samples consisting of one of the serving amounts set forth in subsection (b)2 above
may be served to a customer per day. Each sample shall be served in a single use container which
shall be disposed of following the sampling.
(4)
There shall be a permit fee of ten dollars ($10.00) per day for the issuance of a sampling permit.
(c)
Annual permit for sampling in connection with sales promotions. In lieu of the permit fee described
above of ten dollars ($10.00) per day, the local liquor control commissioner may, in his sole
discretion and at the request of a licensee, issue an annual sampling permit for a fee of three hundred
dollars ($300.00) per year. No licensee shall be allowed to engage in such sales promotional efforts as
described above for more than eight (8) hours in any one (1) week. Additionally, the local liquor
control commissioner shall be authorized to impose the days and the hours for which said sampling
shall be allowed. Sampling permits shall be subject to the other conditions described in this section
for daily permits in addition to any other conditions or limitations imposed by the local liquor control
commissioner.
(d)
It shall be unlawful to consume or permit the consumption of alcoholic beverages in public
restaurants, catering establishments or other places of public gathering not having the appropriate
liquor license.
(e)
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It shall be unlawful for any licensee to sell and/or offer for sale at retail alcoholic liquor in other than
its original package, except for consumption on the premises where sold.
(Ord. No. 2716, § 2, 12-3-07)
Sec. 4-32. - Restrictions on premises.
(a)
No license shall be issued for the sale at retail of any alcoholic liquor within one hundred (100) feet of
any church, school, hospital, home for aged or indigent persons or for veterans, their spouses or
children or any military or naval station or any undertaking establishment or mortuary. This
prohibition shall not apply to motels or hotels offering restaurant service, regularly organized clubs,
restaurants, food shops or other places where the sale of alcoholic liquors is not the principal business,
to the renewal of a license issued prior to the effective date of this ordinance for the sale at retail of
alcoholic liquor on premises within one hundred (100) feet of any church or school, or where such
church or school was established within such one hundred (100) feet of the licensed premises after the
issuance of the licensee's original license. The distance of one hundred (100) feet shall be measured to
the nearest part of any building used for worship services or educational programs and not to the
property boundaries.
(b)
For all licensees holding a Class B, B-1 or C-1 license, the display and sale of alcoholic liquor in its
original package on premises where any other commodities are sold or offered for sale, shall be
conducted only in a separate portion of the licensed premises, set aside or physically separated from
that portion of the premises used in conjunction with the display or sale of such other commodities.
(c)
Notwithstanding any provision of this chapter to the contrary, it shall be unlawful for a general
package licensee or a wine and beer only package licensee who sells alcoholic liquor as a part of, but
not as its principal business, to consummate the sale of alcoholic liquor except at a counter with a
cash register designated to be used for the sale of alcoholic liquor and which cash register is operated
by a person of at least twenty-one (21) years of age. No more than two (2) cash registers may be
designated for the sale of alcoholic beverages and to the extent practicable shall be separated from the
remaining cash registers and checkout lines in the establishment.
(Ord. No. 2716, § 2, 12-3-07; Ord. No. 3065, § 3, 8-6-12)
State Law reference— Hazardous occupations in certain businesses where alcoholic liquor are
manufactured, bottled or served, 820 ILCS 205/7; retail sales near churches, schools, etc., 235 ILCS
5/6-11.
Sec. 4-33. - Closing hours; Sunday closing.
(a)
It shall be unlawful for any licensee holding a liquor license in classification A, D, E, F, J, J-2, K, M,
N and R to sell, offer for sale, or deliver any alcoholic liquor in the village or to permit any person to
consume any alcoholic liquor in or on any premises for which a license providing for consumption on
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the premises has been issued pursuant to this chapter, between the hours of 1:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. on
Monday through Friday inclusive; between the hours of 2:00 a.m. and 9:00 a.m. on Saturday; and
between the hours of 2:00 a.m. and 12:00 noon on Sunday; and on Thanksgiving Day and New Year's
Day of each year said closing hour shall be 3:00 a.m. If any persons other than the licensee or the
licensee's employees are on the premises after the aforesaid hours and there are alcoholic beverages in
any form or container other than in the corked or reclosed place of display or storage, it shall be
presumed that a violation of this section has occurred. All unfinished drinks shall be cleared from the
bar, tables and any other serving areas within ten (10) minutes after closing time.
(b)
It shall be unlawful for any licensee holding a liquor license in classification, B, C, C-1 or G to sell or
offer for sale any alcoholic liquor in the village between the hours of 1:00 a.m. to 7:00 a.m. on
Monday through Friday inclusive; between the hours of 1:00 a.m. and 7:00 a.m. on Saturday; between
the hours of 1:00 a.m. and 10:00 a.m. on Sunday; and on January 1 of each year said closing hour
shall be 2:00 a.m.
(c)
It shall be unlawful for any licensee holding a liquor license in classification L to sell, offer for sale or
deliver any alcoholic liquor in the village, for consumption on the licensed premises, between the
hours of 1:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. on Monday through Friday inclusive; between the hours of 2:00 a.m.
and 9:00 a.m. on Saturday; and between the hours of 2:00 a.m. and 12:00 noon on Sunday. It shall be
unlawful for any licensee holding a liquor license in classification L to sell, offer for sale or deliver
any alcoholic liquor in the village, for consumption off the licensed premises, between the hours of
1:00 a.m. to 7:00 a.m. on Monday through Friday inclusive; between the hours of 1:00 a.m. and 7:00
a.m. on Monday through Friday inclusive; between the hours of 1:00 a.m. and 7:00 a.m. on Saturday;
and between the hours of 1:00 a.m. and 10:00 a.m. on Sunday.
(d)
It shall be unlawful for any premises for which a retail liquor dealer's license has been issued pursuant
to this chapter to remain open for business or to admit or permit to remain any persons other than
employees on any licensed premises during the hours within which the sale of liquor is prohibited.
Retail establishments, restaurants and clubs may be kept open during such hours, but no alcoholic
liquor may be sold, consumed by the public, or remain on tables or a bar during such hours. Nothing
contained in this section shall be deemed to authorize any retail establishments, restaurant or club to
remain open for business or to admit the public to the premises at or during any hour when that
premises is required to be closed by virtue of the regulations or restrictions imposed by any other
provisions of this Code, including but not limited to the provisions related to business
registration/licensing.
(e)
Notwithstanding the provisions of paragraphs (a), (b), (c) and (d) of this section, a licensee holding a
liquor license in classification A, D, E, F, J, J-2, M, N or R may request permission from the local
liquor control commissioner to commence alcohol sales at 10:30 a.m. on two (2) Sundays during the
term of the license, for a planned event on the licensed premises. Such requests must be in writing and
submitted to the local liquor control commissioner at least ninety (90) days prior to the planned event.
It shall be unlawful to commence such alcohol sales without first obtaining permission of the local
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liquor control commissioner. Such permission shall only be granted during the term of the requestor's
liquor license and shall only be granted to licensees compliant with existing village, county and state
public health and fire prevention ordinances and statutes.
(f)
Notwithstanding the provisions of paragraphs (a), (b), (c), (d) and (e) of this section, a licensee
holding a liquor license in classification A, D, E, F, J-2, M, N or R may commence alcohol sales at
10:00 a.m. on Sunday when the alcohol sales are in conjunction with the service of a Sunday brunch.
Alcohol sales permitted pursuant to this subsection (f) shall be for consumption on the licensed
premises only, by patrons of legal drinking age who order and are provided Sunday brunch service at
a table on the licensed premises. Alcohol sales permitted pursuant to this subsection (f) do not include
or permit the sale, offer for sale or the delivery of any alcoholic liquor from a bar, or the sale, offer for
sale or delivery of alcohol for consumption off the licensed premises.
(Ord. No. 2716, § 2, 12-3-07; Ord. No. 2877, § 2(Exh. A), 6-22-09; Ord. No. 2885, § I, 7-20-09; Ord.
No. 3065, § 3, 8-6-12)
State Law reference— Hours of sales, 235 ILCS 5/6-14.
Sec. 4-34. - Peddling.
It shall be unlawful to peddle alcoholic liquor in the village.
(Ord. No. 2716, § 2, 12-3-07)
Sec. 4-35. - Compliance with building, sanitary, safety and other regulations of the village.
All premises used for the sale of alcoholic liquor, or for the storage of such liquor for sale shall be
kept in full compliance with all other regulations of the village, or applicable county, including but
not limited to those relating to the storage or sale of food and sanitary and safety conditions. The
sanitary regulations of the state commission also apply to such licensed premises unless those
regulations conflict with the village, county and/or state building, public health and/or fire prevention
ordinances and statutes, in which case the most stringent regulations shall apply to the licensed
premises.
(Ord. No. 2716, § 2, 12-3-07)
Cross reference— Health and sanitation, Ch. 3.
Sec. 4-36. - Applicability of other laws.
All of the provisions including the words and phrases of the Liquor Control Act and rules and
regulations issued by the state commission pertaining to local control of alcoholic liquor, as the same
may be amended from time to time, are hereby incorporated into and declared to be a part of this
article as if expressly set forth herein. Nothing in this article shall excuse or release any person from
compliance with the requirements of any other applicable village, county and/or state code, statute,
ordinance, regulation or rule.
(Ord. No. 2716, § 2, 12-3-07)
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Sec. 4-37. - Happy hour.
(a)
It shall be unlawful for any licensee or officer, associate, member, representative, agent or employee
of such licensee to:
(1)
Serve more than one (1) drink of alcoholic liquor at one (1) time to one (1) person for consumption by
that person, except to sell or deliver wine by the bottle or carafe as a compliment to a meal served to
that person.
(2)
Serve a pitcher, bucket or similar container containing more than sixty-four (64) ounces of beer.
(3)
Serve distilled spirits in an original container.
(4)
Pour or display for purchase in the service area of the licensed premises individual drinks of undiluted
distilled spirits, commonly referred to as "shots", except to the extent that such drinks have, prior to
being poured, been ordered by patrons.
(5)
Sell, offer to sell or serve to any person an unlimited number of drinks of alcoholic liquor during any
set period of time for a fixed price, except at a private function not open to the general public, or as
provided in subsection (c) below.
(6)
Increase the volume of alcoholic liquor contained in a drink, or the size of a drink of alcoholic liquor,
without increasing proportionately the price regularly charged for the drink on that day.
(7)
Encourage or permit, on the licensed premises, any game or contest which involves drinking alcoholic
liquor or the awarding of drinks of alcoholic liquor as prizes for such games or contest on the licensed
premises.
(8)
Sell distilled spirits by the bottle.
(9)
Advertise or promote, in any form, on or off the licensed premises, the provisions set forth in
paragraphs (a)(1) through (a)(8) above.
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(b)
All licensees shall maintain a schedule of the prices charged for all drinks of alcoholic liquor to be
served and consumed on the licensed premises or in any room or part thereof.
(c)
Nothing in this subsection shall be construed to prohibit a licensee from:
(1)
Offering free food or entertainment as permitted under this chapter at any time.
(2)
Including drinks of alcoholic liquor as part of a meal package.
(3)
Including drinks of alcoholic liquor as part of a hotel package.
(4)
Providing room service to persons renting rooms at a hotel/motel.
(5)
Selling a pitcher, bucket or similar container containing less than sixty-four (64) ounces of beer, when
the pitcher, bucket or similar container is delivered to two (2) or more persons at one (1) time.
(6)
Except as allowed pursuant to subsection (a)(1) above, selling a bottle or carafe of wine, when the
bottle or carafe is delivered to two (2) or more persons at one (1) time.
(7)
Selling distilled spirits by the bottle, but not delivered in their original container, when the spirits are
delivered to four (4) or more persons at one (1) time.
(8)
Negotiating a price for the purchase of drinks of alcoholic liquor as part of a contract between a
caterer, catering establishment, catering service, restaurant or supper club and a group holding a
private function.
(9)
Increasing prices of drinks of alcoholic liquor in lieu of, in whole or in part, a cover charge to offset
the cost of special entertainment not regularly scheduled.
(10)
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Selling or offering for sale a party package only if the licensee:
a.
Offers food in a dedicated event space;
b.
Limits the party package to no more than three (3) hours;
c.
Distributes wristbands, shirts or other wearable items to identify the party package attendees so they
may be granted access to the dedicated event space; and
d.
Excludes individuals not participating in the party package from the dedicated event space.
(11)
Discounting any drink of alcoholic liquor during a specified time period only if:
a.
The price of the drink of alcoholic liquor is not changed during the time that it is discounted;
b.
The period of time during which any drink of alcoholic liquor is discounted does not exceed four (4)
hours per day and fifteen (15) hours per week; however, this period of time is not required to be
consecutive and may be divided by the licensee in any manner;
c.
The drink of alcoholic liquor is not discounted between the hours of 10:00 p.m. and the licensed
premises' closing hour; and
d.
Notice of the discount of the drink of alcoholic liquor during any specified time is posted on the
licensed premises or on the licensee's publicly available website at least seven (7) days prior to the
specified time.
(12)
Advertising events permitted under this article.
(Ord. No. 2716, § 2, 12-3-07; Ord. No. 3065, § 3, 8-6-12; Ord. No. 3233, § 3, 9-21-15)
Editor's note— Section 3 of Ord. No. 3233, adopted Sept. 21, 2015, changed the title of § 4-37 from
"Happy hour prohibited" to read as herein set out.
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Sec. 4-38. - Prohibited conduct; licensees conduct.
The following conduct is prohibited on licensed premises:
(a)
Nudity.
(1)
No person, while on the licensed premises and in public view, shall engage in the following conduct:
(i)
Expose his or her genitals, pubic hair, buttocks, anus, or anal cleft;
(ii)
Employ any device or covering which is intended to give the appearance of or simulate his or her
genitals, pubic hair, buttocks, anus, or anal cleft; or
(iii)
Appear without a fully opaque covering of his or her genitals, pubic hair, buttocks, anus, or anal cleft.
(2)
No female person, while on the licensed premises and in public view, shall engage in the following
conduct:
(i)
Expose that area of the human breast below the top of the areola;
(ii)
Employ any device or covering which is intended to give the appearance of or simulate that area of
the human breast below the top of the areola; or
(iii)
Appear without a fully opaque covering of that area of the human breast below the top of the areola.
(b)
Gambling; pool tables. It shall be unlawful for a licensee to permit gambling on any premises licensed
to sell alcoholic liquor pursuant to this article or to permit more than three (3) pool tables on the
licensed premises at any time.
(c)
Fighting.
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(1)
Fighting, by patrons, either inside a licensed premises or any place outside the premises that is owned
or leased by and used for the licensed premises or on any public way adjacent to the licensed premises
is prohibited. For purposes of this section, "fighting" shall mean any threatening or touching of
another person which provokes or tends to provoke a breach of the peace. If self defense is offered as
a defense to a charge of fighting, that defense must be established by the presentation of clear and
convincing evidence. Any person violating this section shall be fined not less than one hundred fifty
dollars ($150.00).
(2)
Every licensee shall cause the full text of subsection (1) above to be prominently displayed on the
licensed premises in a conspicuous location visible to all patrons. The notice shall further state that
any person on a licensed premises observing a fight shall immediately notify the village police
department. A sign stating the regulations being the subject of this section shall be available from the
village administrator's office.
(3)
Each licensee shall maintain a peaceful and orderly business premises. This shall be accomplished by
establishing and maintaining the optimum precautions and actions that are practical to deter and
prevent fighting. This is referred to as the "maintenance of order standard." The duty to prevent
fighting shall be applicable both to precautionary and training matters and to the steps taken once a
fight breaks out or is in imminent danger of breaking out. If a fight does occur, the local liquor control
commissioner shall have the right to conduct a hearing to consider the circumstances surrounding the
fight and to determine the extent to which the licensee failed to adhere to the "maintenance of order
standard." At such a hearing, the local liquor control commissioner may consider the following
matters, among others:
(i)
Prior incidents of reported or unreported fighting.
(ii)
Whether any fight participant was intoxicated and the extent to which the intoxication occurred on the
licensed premises.
(iii)
Whether any participant was served by the licensee after the participant's intoxication should have
been evident to the licensee.
(iv)
Whether any participant was intoxicated and whether the licensee had an opportunity to effect that
person's removal from the premises.
(v)
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The degree of expediency the licensee observed in calling the police when it should have been evident
that a fight was imminent.
(vi)
The actions of the licensee in reacting to the fight.
(vii)
The extent and type of training given to the licensee's employees in such matters as recognizing
intoxication, over serving and prevention of altercations.
(viii)
Whether minors were involved in the fighting.
(ix)
The sufficiency or number of persons on duty and employed by the licensee at the time of the fight.
(4)
Considering all of the circumstances brought into evidence at the hearing, the local liquor control
commissioner shall make a determination of whether the licensee violated the "maintenance of order
standard." If it is determined that a violation occurred, the local liquor control commissioner may
impose any penalty set forth in section 4-49 of this chapter up to and including license revocation.
(5)
The licensee, or his agent or employee on the licensed premises, shall notify the village police
department immediately when the licensee knows or in the exercise of ordinary judgment should
know that a fight is occurring or imminent. In addition, within forty-eight (48) hours of the
occurrence, the licensee shall file with the local liquor control commissioner a report on a form
provided by the village containing the following information:
(i)
The number of the persons involved in the fight.
(ii)
The approximate amount of alcohol consumed at the licensed premises by each person involved in the
fight.
(iii)
What action, if any, was taken by the licensee to prevent the fight.
(iv)
What action, if any, was taken by the licensee subsequent to the start of the fight.
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(v)
The licensee's opinion as to why the fight occurred.
(6)
Failure by the licensee to give immediate notification to the police department of a fight on a licensed
premises or failure to file a report as required in subsection (c)(5) with the local liquor control
commissioner shall subject the licensee to a fine of not less than one hundred dollars ($100.00) for a
first offense, and for subsequent offenses a fine of not less than two hundred dollars ($200.00) and a
possible suspension or revocation of the licensee's liquor license. For purposes of this section the
word "immediate" shall refer to such time as one (1) party threatens another or actually commences
fighting with another.
(7)
The provisions of this section shall not generally apply in circumstances where alcohol is used in an
individual guest room within a hotel/motel or where alcohol is mixed and poured at the hotel/motel
bar but it is delivered to a separate banquet or meeting room. This section shall apply to any other
delivery of alcohol at a hotel/motel, including, but not limited to, delivery in the restaurant or lounge
or in those cases where a bar is set up in an area away from the main bar for the convenience of
banquet room guests.
(d)
Soliciting drinks. No person shall engage in the solicitation of drinks from patrons other than to take
orders for drinks and to mix or deliver drinks as requested by patrons.
(Ord. No. 2716, § 2, 12-3-07; Ord. No. 3065, § 3, 8-6-12)
Sec. 4-39. - Dram shop insurance.
Every licensee shall be required to obtain and maintain dram shop insurance coverage and every
person who owns, rents, leases as lessor or permits the occupation of any building or premises with
knowledge that alcoholic liquors are to be sold there, or, who leases the premises for other purposes
but knowingly permits the sale of any alcoholic liquors, shall be required to carry host liability
insurance coverage for such facility. Each shall carry coverage in an amount at least equal to the
maximum insurance limits of exposure set forth in 235 Illinois Compiled Statutes 5/6-21. No license
shall be granted hereunder to any applicant until such applicant shall furnish evidence satisfactory to
the local liquor control commissioner that such applicant is covered by the required insurance policy
issued by a responsible insurance company authorized and licensed to do business in the State of
Illinois insuring such applicant and the owner of the premises. The insurance policy or certificate of
insurance providing evidence of insurance shall indicate that the term of the insurance is of sufficient
length to encompass the period of the license sought. Such insurance policy shall provide that no
cancellation or modification of the policy shall occur without at least thirty (30) calendar days prior
written notice given to the local liquor control commissioner. In the event of cancellation of such
insurance the local liquor control commissioner shall be notified immediately of the cancellation.
(Ord. No. 2716, § 2, 12-3-07)
Sec. 4-40. - Conduct of employees and agents.
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The following shall apply to employees and agents of licensees:
(1)
Any act or failure to act of any employee of either the licensee or a management company with
respect to the licensed business shall be deemed to be the act of the licensee.
(2)
No employee or other deliverer of alcohol may consume or be permitted to consume any alcoholic
liquor on the license premises while on duty or while performing any duties of employment.
(3)
No person, including any employee, manager, owner or agent of the licensee may consume alcoholic
liquor on the licensed premises before or after the licensee's permitted hours of operation.
(Ord. No. 2716, § 2, 12-3-07)
Sec. 4-41. - Sales to minors; intoxicated persons; others.
It shall be unlawful for any licensee or officer, associate, member, representative, agent or employee
of a licensee, while on the licensed premises to sell, deliver or give any alcoholic liquor to any of the
following:
(1)
Any person under the age of twenty-one (21) years of age.
(2)
An intoxicated person.
(3)
A person known to the licensee, or officer, associate, member, representative, agent or employee of
the licensee, to have been involved in a fight at the licensed premises within the immediately
preceding forty-eight (48) hour period.
(Ord. No. 2716, § 2, 12-3-07)
Sec. 4-42. - Regulations with respect to underage persons.
(a)
Employment. Nothing in this section shall prohibit any persons under the age of twenty-one (21)
years but at least eighteen (18) years of age from serving or delivering alcoholic liquor at dining
tables for consumption on the premises in those licensed premises holding a retail license Class D, E,
F or N license pursuant to this article. It shall be unlawful for any person under the age of twenty-one
(21) years to draw, pour, mix or sell any alcoholic liquor to patrons of establishments licensed
pursuant to this article. Persons under the age of twenty-one (21) may however deliver or carry out
alcoholic beverages in the original package and not for consumption on the licensed premises to the
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automobiles or other motor vehicles of patrons after the alcoholic liquor has been properly purchased.
This section shall not be interpreted as prohibiting the employment of persons under the age of
twenty-one (21) years as stock persons or in other positions of a similar character. A person at least
eighteen (18) years of age, employed at a convenience store or supermarket, may sell alcoholic liquor
in the original package and not for consumption on the licensed premises if another employee at least
twenty-one (21) years of age registers the sale on the cash register or other similar device.
(b)
Bars and lounges. It shall be unlawful for any licensee to allow any person under the age of twenty-
one (21) years to be seated at a bar or remain in or be seated in a lounge. It shall also be unlawful for a
licensee to allow any person under the age of eighteen (18), who is not an employee of the licensee, to
remain on the licensed premises between the hours of 10:00 p.m. and the opening hour(s) permitted
pursuant to section 4-33 above for the respective license classification held by the licensee. This
subsection (b) shall apply only to those lounges where the seating at tables with the full service of the
establishment's food menu is not available.
(c)
Consumption, purchase, acceptance or possession prohibited. It shall be unlawful for any person to
whom the sale, gift or delivery of any alcoholic liquor is prohibited because of age to consume,
purchase, accept a gift of or have such alcoholic liquor in his or her possession within the village. No
person after purchasing or otherwise obtaining alcoholic liquor shall sell, give, or deliver such
alcoholic liquor to a person under the age of twenty-one (21) years.
(Ord. No. 2716, § 2, 12-3-07)
Sec. 4-43. - Identification.
If a licensee, in the exercise of ordinary judgment, should have reason to believe that a sale or
delivery of any alcoholic liquor is prohibited because of the age of the prospective recipient, the
licensee shall, before making such sale or delivery, demand presentation of a form of positive
identification, containing proof of age, issued by a public officer in the performance of his or her
official duties. No person shall transfer, alter or deface any identification card; use any identification
card of another; carry or use a false or forged identification card; obtain an identification card by
means of false information; or otherwise misrepresent his/her age for the purpose of purchasing or
obtaining alcoholic liquor in the village.
(Ord. No. 2716, § 2, 12-3-07)
Sec. 4-44. - Responsibility of owner or occupant of premises.
It shall be unlawful for any owner or occupant of any premises located within the village to
knowingly allow any person under the age of twenty-one (21) years to remain on such premises while
in the possession of alcoholic liquor or while consuming alcoholic liquor.
(Ord. No. 2716, § 2, 12-3-07)
Sec. 4-45. - Parental responsibility.
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It shall be unlawful for any person knowingly to allow or permit any minor child of whom he is the
parent or guardian to violate any provision of this article.
Notwithstanding the foregoing, the possession, dispensing, and/or consumption, by a person under the
age of twenty-one (21) years, of alcoholic liquor in the performance of religious service or ceremony,
or the possession and delivery of alcoholic liquors in pursuance of a person's employment by a
licensee under this article as allowed in section 4-42 is not prohibited.
(Ord. No. 2716, § 2, 12-3-07)
Sec. 4-46. - Notices; signage.
In addition to the signage required pursuant to sections 4-17 and 4-38 of this article, all licensees shall
cause the following notices/signs to be framed and displayed at all times on the licensed premises in a
conspicuous location, prominently visible to all patrons:
(1)
Underage drinking card. A printed card approximately 8Ǝ × 10Ǝ bearing an underage drinking warning
which reads substantially as follows:
UNDERAGE DRINKING
If you are under 21, you are subject to a mandatory fine of up to $750.00 if you purchase and/or
consume any alcoholic liquor on this premises. If you buy for or deliver an alcoholic beverage to an
underage person, you will also be subject to a fine of up to $750.00.
(2)
Governmental warning card/Surgeon General's warning. A printed card approximately 8Ǝ × 10Ǝ
bearing the following governmental warning which shall read substantially as follows:
"Government Warning: According to the surgeon general, a women should not drink alcoholic
beverages during pregnancy because of the risk of birth defects."
On any licensed premises where cigarettes are offered for retail sale, a white card bearing red letters at
least ½ inch in height the following Surgeon General's warning which shall read substantially as
follows:
"Surgeon General's Warning: Smoking by pregnant women may result in fetal injury, premature birth,
and low birth weight."
(3)
Health department certificate. A copy of the certificate issued by the applicable county health
department evidencing the licensee's current compliance with all applicable regulations of that
department.
(4)
Business license. A copy of the current business license issued to the licensee by the village.
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(5)
Occupancy restrictions. A printed card approximately 5Ǝ × 7Ǝ bearing the occupancy restrictions
applicable to the licensed premises pursuant to state and/or local fire code regulations, codes and
ordinances.
(6)
Price list. A copy of the current price list for all alcoholic liquor sold at the licensed premises, as
required to be maintained pursuant to section 4-37(b) of this article.
(Ord. No. 2716, § 2, 12-3-07)
Sec. 4-47. - View from street.
In premises upon which the sale of alcoholic liquor for consumption on or off the premises is licensed
no screen, blind, curtain, partition, article or thing shall be permitted in the windows or upon the doors
of such licensed premises nor inside such premises, which shall prevent a clear view into the interior
of such licensed premises from the street, road or sidewalk at all times; and no booth, screen,
partition, or other obstruction nor any arrangement of lights or lighting shall be permitted in or about
the interior of such premises which shall prevent a clear view of the entire interior from the street,
road or sidewalk. All rooms where liquor is sold for consumption on the premises shall be
continuously lighted during business hours by natural light or artificial white light so that all parts of
the interior of the premises shall be clearly visible. All window signs displayed on the licensed
premises shall comply with the village's then current sign ordinance.
(Ord. No. 2716, § 2, 12-3-07; Ord. No. 3065, § 3, 8-6-12)
Sec. 4-48. - Recordkeeping.
The local liquor control commissioner shall keep, or cause to be kept, a complete record of all
licenses issued pursuant to this article and shall furnish the village clerk, village administrator and
chief of police each with a copy. Upon the issuance of any new license, or the suspension or
revocation of any old license, the local liquor control commissioner shall give written notice of such
action to each of these officers within forty-eight (48) hours of the action.
(Ord. No. 2716, § 2, 12-3-07)
Sec. 4-49. - Penalties to license holder.
In addition to any other penalty set forth in this article, every licensee upon pleading guilty or being
found guilty of a violation of any of the provisions of this chapter shall be subject to a fine of two
hundred fifty dollars ($250.00) for the first offense, five hundred dollars ($500.00) for a second
offense, and seven hundred fifty dollars ($750.00) for a third or subsequent offense. A separate
offense shall be deemed to have been committed on each day during or on which a violation occurs or
continues. Each violation of any provision of this article may, in addition to the imposition of a fine,
also result in the suspension and/or revocation of the license issued pursuant to this article. Any fines
set forth in this article shall be assessed regardless of whether the violator is convicted or placed on
supervision by a court. The foregoing licensing penalties are in addition to any criminal or civil
penalties which might be prosecuted by the village.
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(Ord. No. 2716, § 2, 12-3-07; Ord. No. 3065, § 3, 8-6-12)
Sec. 4-50. - Penalties to non-license holder.
Unless another penalty is expressly set forth in this article, every person found guilty of a violation of
any of the provisions of this chapter shall be subject to a fine of two hundred and fifty dollars
($250.00) for the first offense, five hundred dollars ($500.00) for a second offense, and seven hundred
fifty dollars ($750.00) for a third or subsequent offense. A separate offense shall be deemed to have
been committed on each day during or on which a violation occurs or continues. Any fines set forth in
this article shall be assessed regardless of whether the violator is convicted or placed on supervision
by a court. If the court is of the opinion that the ends of justice would be better served by requiring
community service of the violator or a combination of a fine and community service, the fine may be
mitigated at a rate of one hour of community service for every ten dollars ($10.00) of the mandatory
fine. If the offense is related to alcohol or substance abuse and the offender is under twenty-one (21)
years of age, the local adjudicator (with the agreement of the offender) or court may, in lieu of any
mandatory fines, assign the offender to a chemical abuse counseling program that is licensed by the
Illinois Department of Alcohol and Substance Abuse which includes a certified evaluation program
and not less than four (4) hours of counseling.
(Ord. No. 2716, § 2, 12-3-07)
Secs. 4-51—4-85. - Reserved.
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