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Hainesville · 5.08.210

Change of premises name

Summary

This section outlines the process for changing the name of premises holding a liquor license. A written application must be submitted to the liquor control commissioner, and if only the name is changing, a new license will be issued at no charge, invalidating the old one.

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Written application to the liquor control commissioner must be made before the name of the premises holding the liquor license can be changed. If the liquor control commissioner determines that there is no other change to the original application except for the name of the premises, the license issued in the former name shall become null and void and a license shall be issued in the new name at no charge to the licensee. (Ord. 98-12-1 § 1 (part
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Carol Stream · 11.2.16

Change Of Premises Name

Summary

This ordinance requires a written application to the Liquor Control Commissioner to change the name of a premises holding a liquor license. If only the name changes, the existing license becomes void and a new one is issued in the new name without charge.

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Written application to the Liquor Control Commissioner must be made before the name of the premises holding the liquor license can be changed. If the Liquor Control Commissioner determines that there is no other change to the original application, except for the name of the premises, the license issued in the former name shall become null and void and a license shall be issued in the new name at no charge to the licensee
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Lake Bluff · 3.2.20

Giving Away Prohibited; Tasting Excepted

Summary

This ordinance prohibits the free giveaway of alcoholic beverages in Lake Bluff, with an exception for tasting samples when approved by the Local Liquor Commissioner. Specific licensees can offer limited tasting portions of spirits, wine, or beer under defined conditions.

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Class L, Class Y, Class AA, or Class AB licensee, and subject to the terms and conditions as the Local Liquor Control Commissioner may determine necessary, that Class A and Class L licensees may give away alcoholic liquor on the licensed premises, and Class B licensees may give away wine on the licensed premises, and Class Y licensees may give away beer or wine on the licensed premises, and Class AA or AB licensees may give away liquor in accordance
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River Grove · 5.24.4

Application And Fingerprints

Summary

This section outlines the application process and required information for obtaining a retail liquor dealer's license in River Grove. It details the information applicants must provide, including personal details, employment history, prior convictions, proposed location, and business relationships with liquor suppliers.

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application for a retailer's license for the sale of alcoholic liquor shall be made in accordance with the general requirements of the provisions of this code relating to application for licenses, and any person desiring to engage in the retail sale of alcoholic liquor shall make application therefor under oath with the clerk on the form provided by the clerk. The clerk shall forward the application to the president as local liquor control commissioner for such action...Local Liquor Control Commissioner; and that such books and records shall be maintained in the State of Illinois, unless access is available electronically. Further, that all original invoices or copies thereof covering purchases of alcoholic liquor shall be retained on the licensed premises for a period of ninety (90) days after such purchase, unless the Illinois Liquor Control Commission has granted a waiver to the retail licensee or that its books and records are available electronically. In addition
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Burr Ridge · 25.38

Persons Ineligible For License

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This section outlines criteria that make individuals ineligible for a liquor license or to act as a manager for a licensee, including character, citizenship, and specific criminal convictions. It also provides a pathway for rehabilitation to overcome certain convictions.

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company, or individual with at least a five percent (5%) ownership interest in an entity which previously has had a license revoked, is ineligible. 8. A person who has had a license issued by any other unit of government which has been revoked for cause, unless the Liquor Control Commissioner determines that such person has been sufficiently rehabilitated to warrant the public trust after considering matters set forth in such person’s application and the Liquor Control Commissioner’s investigation...enforcing public official of the Village, including the Local Liquor Control Commissioner, Village Trustees, and no such official shall be interested in any way, either directly or indirectly 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 Village, if the issuance of such license is approved by the State Liquor Control Commission. 17. A person who is not a beneficial
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Diamond · 110.11

Hearings Before The Local Liquor Control Commissioner

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This section outlines the process for suspending or revoking liquor licenses in Diamond. It details how complaints can be filed by residents or the Village Mayor, the requirements for these complaints, and the Local Liquor Control Commissioner's authority to hold hearings and issue decisions.

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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 or her license. The Local Liquor Control Commissioner shall, within five 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...Local Liquor Control Commissioner decides to suspend the license/permit, the term of suspension shall not be less than one day nor more than 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 $50 or more than $1,000. However, any failure of a licensee to fulfill an affirmative duty set forth in this
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Homewood · 4.62

Manager to be designated

Summary

This section requires all liquor license holders in Homewood to designate an employee or member as a "liquor manager" responsible for the proper conduct of the licensed premises and adherence to the article. This manager must be present whenever alcoholic liquor is sold and will undergo a background check, with specific provisions for individuals with felony convictions.

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license holders shall designate at least one employee, or in the case of a club, a member, to act as the "liquor manager" of the premises where and whenever alcoholic liquor is sold. The liquor manager shall be responsible for the proper conduct...premises and adherence to this article. At least one liquor manager shall be present at all times the licensed premises are open for business when alcoholic liquor is being sold. (b) Individuals designated as liquor managers shall be named on the license application and shall undergo a criminal background investigation. No person who has been convicted of a felony under any federal or state law shall be approved as a liquor manager unless the local liquor commissioner determines that such
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Franklin Park · 3.2.14

List of licenses kept

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local liquor control commissioner shall keep or cause to be kept a complete record of all licenses issued under the provisions of this chapter. (1969 Code
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Villa Park · 3.324

Record of licenses issued

Summary

This section mandates that the local liquor control commissioner maintain a comprehensive record of all issued liquor licenses. This record must be accessible for public inspection during normal business hours at the village hall.

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local liquor control commissioner shall keep or cause to be kept a complete record of all licenses issued under this chapter and said list shall be available for public inspection during regular business hours at the village hall
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Plainfield · 4.524

Application requirements

Summary

This section outlines the application requirements for obtaining an annual video gaming license in Plainfield. It details the necessary information and documentation that must be submitted, including details about the establishment, owners, terminal operators, and required liquor and gaming board licenses.

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video gaming terminal(s); (6) The number of video gaming terminals to be displayed or operated and a description of the video gaming terminal(s) to be covered by the video gaming license; (7) Evidence that all required liquor licenses have been issued and are in good standing; (8) Evidence that all required licenses have been issued by the Gaming Board to the terminal operator or owner of the video gaming terminal(s) and the person(s) owning or operating
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Villa Park · 3.313

Number of licenses

Summary

This section establishes the maximum number of retail liquor licenses permitted in Villa Park, categorized by class. It also outlines the process for issuing new licenses, which is contingent on the number of existing licenses being below the established maximum and requires discretion from the local liquor control commission.

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Issued at the discretion of the local liquor commissioner H 4 IIII 0 I 10 J 1 K Issued at the discretion of the local liquor commissioner K-1 1 LLLL 0 L 0 ZZZZ 0 Z 1 (b) No new retail license (other than a renewal or reissue as hereinafter provided) shall be granted or issued until the number of licenses in force at the time shall be less than the number described in subsection (a). Such new licenses...issued from time to time to lawful applicants upon full compliance by the applicant with the regulations and ordinances of the village in force at the time of the application for such license, until the total number of retail liquor licenses in force shall be issued to such lawful applicants as the local liquor control commission shall, in its discretion, deem most desirable
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Kildeer · 3.3.17

Revocation Of License

Summary

This section outlines the grounds for revoking a liquor license in Kildeer, which include violations of village ordinances or state/federal laws related to alcohol sales. It also details the notification process and states that no license fee rebates will be issued after revocation.

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provisions of this chapter may be revoked upon the violation by any licensee, his agents or employees, of any village ordinance or state or federal law pertaining to the sale of alcoholic liquors. Upon the revocation of the license, the liquor commissioner shall post a notice of revocation on the door of the premises previously licensed and upon each and every regularly designated posting area for the village 1 within five (5) days after such revocation. There shall
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Markham · 36.197

Collection Of Tax

Summary

This section mandates that all licensees authorized to sell liquor or distilled spirits are required to collect the imposed excise tax from purchasers on their licensed premises.

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Every licensee holding a license to sell liquor or distilled spirits is authorized and required to collect the tax imposed under this article from the purchasers of liquor sold by within the licensed premises. (Ord. 08-O-1926, passed
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Cary · 5.08.078

Percentage of alcohol sales to food/on premise consumption

Summary

Licensed premises selling alcohol for on-premise consumption must annually report the percentage of their alcoholic liquor sales compared to food sales, supported by an affidavit and following the Liquor Commissioner's prescribed manner.

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least annually and in a manner prescribed by the Liquor Commissioner, each licensed premise that offers alcoholic liquor for sale for consumption on premise must submit a report supported by an affidavit that indicates the percentage of alcoholic liquor sales (in dollars and cents) as compared to food sold at the premise
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Merrionette Park · 110.24

Local liquor control commissioner

Summary

This section establishes the village president as the local liquor control commissioner, outlining their powers and duties related to liquor licensing. This includes application review, investigation, license issuance, suspension, revocation, and fine imposition.

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president shall be the local liquor control commissioner for the village and shall receive compensation as determined by ordinance. All applications for licenses shall be filed with the liquor control commissioner. The village attorney shall review the applications. The police department shall investigate and fingerprint the applicants and all persons owning stock in a closed corporation of five percent or more shall be fingerprinted and investigated. (B) The local liquor commissioner...appoint a person or persons to assist him/her in the exercise of the powers and the performance of his/her duties. (C) Powers, duties and functions. The commissioner shall have the following powers, functions and duties with respect to local liquor licenses: (1) To grant and/or suspend for not more than 30 days, or revoke for cause, all local licenses issued to persons or entities for premises within the commissioner's jurisdiction, and to impose fines authorized in this chapter
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Wheeling · 4.32.151

Sales of alcoholic liquor by gasoline retailers prohibited

Summary

This ordinance prohibits the issuance of licenses for the retail sale of alcoholic liquor at businesses that also sell gasoline for motor vehicles. This applies to both on-premises and off-premises consumption.

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license shall be issued for the retail sale of alcoholic liquor, either for consumption on or off the premises, at any place of business that provides the retail sale of gasoline for motor vehicles
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University Park · 808.06

License fees

Summary

This section establishes a fee schedule for various types of Village retail liquor dealer's licenses in University Park. It also outlines the procedure for fee payment, deposit, and partial refund in case of license denial.

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Village retail liquor dealer's license shall be on the basis of the following classifications: Type of License Fee A. General $1,000.00 B. General - extended hours 1,500.00 C. Package 600.00 D. Beer and wine only 400.00 E. Club 400.00 F. Restaurant with bar 900.00 G. Restaurant without bar 750.00 H. Hotels and motels 1,000.00 I. Special one-day licenses (per day) 20.00 J. Special event - extended hours 25.00 P. Governmental Units and Agencies - Culture Events...Passed 3-27-90; Ord. 1153. Passed 12-9-97.) The license fee provided herein shall be for the whole or any portion of the license period for which application is made. (b) All such fees shall be paid to the Liquor Control Commissioner at the time the application is made, and shall be forthwith turned over to the Village Treasurer or his or her designee. In the event the license applied for is denied, the fee shall be returned
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Campton Hills · 4.1.2

Definitions

Summary

This section of the Campton Hills municipal ordinance provides definitions for terms related to alcoholic beverages and establishments that serve or manufacture them. It clarifies the scope of 'Alcoholic Liquor' and defines specific types of businesses like 'Bar,' 'Brewpub,' and 'Caterer.'

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classes in connection with the designing or creating of arts and crafts goods, including, but not limited to, paintings, pottery, ceramics, jewelry and sculptures. BAR: An additional facility for serving liquor, located on premises which has a valid retail liquor license in effect under this chapter or any amendment hereto or located within the property lines of the property upon which a licensed premises is located in effect under this chapter or any amendment hereto. BEER: Beverage obtained...space and equipment and maintaining a sufficient number of servants and employees for cooking, preparing and serving food and meals for its members and their guests; provided, that such club files with the local liquor control commissioner at the time of its application for a license under this chapter, two (2) copies of a list of names and residences of its members, and similarly files within ten (10) days of the election of any additional member his or her name
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Deerfield · 3.14

Records To Be Kept Of Licenses Issued:

Summary

This section mandates that the Local Liquor Control Commissioner maintain a comprehensive record of all liquor licenses issued by the Village.

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Local Liquor Control Commissioner shall keep or cause to be kept a complete record of all such licenses issued by the Village
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Deerfield · 3.14

Records To Be Kept Of Licenses Issued:

Summary

This section mandates that the Local Liquor Control Commissioner maintain a comprehensive record of all liquor licenses issued by the Village.

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Local Liquor Control Commissioner shall keep or cause to be kept a complete record of all such licenses issued by the Village
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Mokena · 3.3.19

List Of Licenses Kept

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Local Liquor Control Commissioner shall keep or cause to be kept a complete record of all such licenses issued
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Crestwood · 112.41

Conduct Of Licensee

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This section outlines regulations for retail liquor establishments in Crestwood, covering age restrictions for employees serving alcohol, requirements for maintaining a respectable business environment, prohibitions on serving intoxicated individuals, and reporting obligations for disturbances.

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person and club licensed under this subchapter shall be subject to the following regulations. (A)   It shall be unlawful for any person under the age of 21 years to tend bar and/or draw, pour, open or mix alcoholic liquor in any licensed retail premises, and it shall be unlawful for any person under the age of 21 years to dispense, sell or deliver any alcoholic liquor in the original package, bottle or case for consumption off the premises...licensed establishment. Except for the provisions in this section, it shall be lawful for any person 18 years of age or older to work in a licensed premises and to serve alcoholic liquor. (B)   Every licensee shall conduct his or her place of business in a quiet, decent and respectable manner and shall eject therefrom or refuse admittance thereto all persons rendering themselves objectionable or undesirable by reason of undue noise or other acts disturbing the peace. (C)   It shall
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Lynwood · 10.58

Qualifications

Summary

This section outlines the qualifications and disqualifications for individuals and entities seeking to obtain a liquor license from the liquor control commissioner in Lynwood. It lists specific criteria, including residency, character, citizenship, criminal convictions, and prior license revocations.

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license of any kind issued by the liquor control commissioner shall be issued to: (1) A person who is not a resident of the village; (2) A person who is not of good character and reputation in the village; (3) A person who is not a citizen of the United States; (4) A person who has been convicted of a felony under any federal or state law; provided, however, that if the local liquor control commissioner determines, after investigation, that...gaming device stamp or a federal wagering stamp has been issued by the federal government for the current tax period; (8) A person whose license has been revoked for cause; (9) Any applicant who fails to obtain a state liquor license; (10) A person who at the time of application for renewal of any license issued hereunder would not be eligible for the license upon a first application; (11) A co-partnership unless all of the members
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Glencoe · 4.7

Number Of Licenses

Summary

This section outlines how the number of liquor licenses is determined and how it can be reduced. It also clarifies that licenses are personal privileges and not property rights.

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provided in the village’s Comprehensive Fee and Fine Schedule, as amended from time to time. The maximum number of Class E Special Event licenses authorized pursuant to this chapter shall be established by the liquor control commissioner. (b) Reduction in number of authorized licenses. The number of authorized licenses in each license class will be reduced automatically if: (1)   A license within that class is terminated; (2)   A license within that class expires without renewal; (3)   A licensed establishment...prior written approval of the village; or (5)   A licensed establishment within that class is discontinued for 30 consecutive days or longer without the prior written approval of the village, or ceases to operate. (c) No property right. Each liquor license is purely a personal privilege and is not a property right in any form. No license is or may be subject to attachment, garnishment, or execution. No license is alienable or transferable, whether voluntarily or involuntarily, or is subject
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University Park · 808.12

Sanitary standards

Summary

This section establishes sanitary standards for premises involved in the retail sale and storage of alcoholic liquor, mirroring food service regulations. It also prohibits the employment of individuals with contagious diseases in such establishments and mandates specific sanitation and toilet facilities for on-premises consumption.

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contagious, infectious or venereal disease. No person who is afflicted with or a carrier of such disease shall work in or about any premises or engage in any way in the handling, preparation or distribution of such liquor. (c) Every person licensed hereunder who sells any alcoholic liquor for consumption on the premises of such licensee shall keep and maintain the licensed premises equipped with running hot and cold water and adequate sanitary washing facilities for the cleansing of glasses
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