This ordinance section states that there is no limit on the total number of Class BG liquor licenses issued in Joliet. However, each license issuance requires a case-by-case determination by a vote of the city council, with a prior recommendation from the liquor commissioner.
Section Text
total of class BG licenses issued by the liquor control commissioner shall not be limited by ordinance. Issuance of such licenses shall be determined on a case-by-case basis by a vote of the city council with a recommendation for either approval or denial by the liquor commissioner
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Franklin Park·3.2.13
Prohibited acts and conditions
Summary
This section prohibits licensees and individuals from selling, giving, or delivering alcoholic liquor to minors, intoxicated persons, or individuals known to be habitually drunkards, spendthrifts, insane, mentally ill, or in need of mental treatment. It also requires licensees to verify age and identity before serving alcohol.
Section Text
definition of game of chance amusement device shall not include video gaming terminals licensed by the Illinois Gaming Board.
(i) Sales of miniature bottles of alcoholic liquor prohibited. It shall be unlawful for the holder of any local liquor license in the village to offer for sale or sell for consumption off the premises a single container of alcoholic liquor other than beer, malt liquor or wine, if the volume of the container is 6.4 ounces (or approximately one hundred...ninety (190) milliliters) or less. It shall further be unlawful for the holder of any local liquor license in the village to sell any of the items prohibited by this subsection (i) attached together or repacked in any method other than that originally done by the distributor or manufacturer.
(j) Equal treatment. No licensee shall deny or permit its agents, managers and employees to deny any person the full and equal enjoyment of the accommodations, advantages, facilities and privileges
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Batavia·3.3.6
Local Liquor Control Commissioner; Designated 1
Summary
This section designates the mayor as the local liquor control commissioner and outlines their powers and duties regarding the administration of local liquor ordinances and the issuance, suspension, revocation, and oversight of liquor licenses. It also details the process for receiving complaints and collecting license fees.
Section Text
performance of the duties provided for such local liquor control commissioner.
A. Local Liquor Control Commissioner; Powers, Duties And Functions: The local liquor control commissioner shall have 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, all local liquor licenses issued to persons or entities for premises within the city, and to impose fines as authorized in this chapter...citizen within the city that any provision of the liquor control act or of this chapter have been or are being violated and to act upon such complaints in the manner provided by law;
4. To receive local liquor license fees and pay same to the city finance director. The local liquor control commissioner also has the duty to notify the secretary of state of any convictions or dispositions of court supervision for violation of section
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Thornton·5.2A-3
Licensing provisions
Summary
This section mandates that anyone selling or offering alcoholic liquor for sale at retail within Thornton must obtain a Village retail liquor license in addition to a state license. It outlines the detailed application process and required information for prospective licensees.
Section Text
Required. It shall be unlawful to sell or offer for sale at retail or to sell in the Village, any alcoholic liquor without first having obtained for the current fiscal year a Village retail liquor license, in addition to a state license, for each place, location or premises where the retailer is located. It shall be unlawful to violate the terms and conditions of any such license or to violate any of the provisions of this chapter...expiration of the licensing year, i.e., June 30 and unless submitted with the appropriate licensing fee. The renewal fee shall be the fee, payable as provided in § 5-2A-4 of this chapter.G. Persons Ineligible. No Village retail liquor license shall be issued by the Local Liquor Control Commissioner to the following applicants:1. A person who is not a resident of the Village.2. A person who is not of good character and reputation in the community in which
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River Grove·5.24.5
License Classification
Summary
This section classifies liquor licenses into four types: Class A for sealed package retail sales, Class B for on- or off-premises consumption retail sales, Class C for promotion and merchandising for future delivery with specific restrictions, and Class N for club consumption on the premises.
Section Text
Liquor licenses required and provided by this chapter shall be divided into the following classes:
(A) Class A which shall permit the retail sale of alcoholic liquor in sealed packages only but not for consumption on the premises sold.
(B) Class B which shall permit the retail sale of alcoholic liquor for consumption on or off the premises where sold and not for resale in any form.
(C) Class C which shall permit the promotion and merchandising of alcoholic beverages...state the dates of their issuance and expiration. Every licensee shall cause the license or licenses to be framed and hung in plain view in a conspicuous place on the licensed premises.
(H) Class O licenses. A Class O liquor license shall authorize the consumption of alcoholic liquor outdoors on the premises where sold, subject to the following regulations and compliance therewith:
1. Outdoor sales shall be only by entities possessing a valid Class B or Class R liquor license
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Carpentersville·5.12.310
Suspension and revocation of liquor license
Summary
This section outlines the grounds and procedures for the suspension or revocation of a retail liquor dealer's license in Carpentersville. It also grants the liquor control commissioner the authority to levy fines for violations of the code, village ordinances, or state statutes, with each day of a continuing violation considered a separate offense.
Section Text
time after the granting of a retail liquor dealer's license, any licensee shall have violated any of the provisions of this Code (and in particular, but not by way of limitation, any provision of this chapter) or any statute of the state (and in particular, but not by way of limitation, the Dram Shop Act) in the conducting of his or her business, the liquor control commissioner may suspend or revoke the license thereof.
B. The liquor control commissioner
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Rolling Meadows·6.34
Application contents and procedure
Summary
This section outlines the required application contents and procedural steps for obtaining or renewing a city retailer liquor license in Rolling Meadows, excluding Class C licenses. It details the specific information applicants must provide under oath, including personal details, business information, and historical licensing data.
Section Text
following provisions apply for both new and renewal applicants except as noted below.
(1) An applicant for a city retailer liquor license, other than a class C license, shall submit to the business relations officer an application in writing under oath stating the following:
a. The name, principal domicile address, sex, date of birth, Social Security Number, driver's license number, position, and percentage of ownership in the business of every sole owner, partner, corporate officer, director, manager...equivalent for firms incorporated in other states, noting that the corporation is in good standing with their office.
e. The number, the date of issuance, and the date of expiration of the applicant's current city and state retail liquor licenses.
f. The name and address of the landlord if the premises are leased, and a copy of the lease that would be in force for the period of time for the license being sought.
g. The date
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North Chicago·8.13.7
CLASSIFICATIONS; FEES
Summary
This section classifies liquor licenses in North Chicago and outlines the associated annual fees. It defines four classes of licenses (A, B, A-B, and D) with distinct authorization for retail sales and consumption on or off the premises, along with specific restrictions for some license types.
Section Text
thousand three hundred fifty dollars ($2,350.00).
J. Class J License: Class J license, known as temporary license, which authorizes the licensee to sell and offer for sale at retail at the place specified in such application for license only alcoholic liquors for use and consumption, but not for resale, in any form for the day specified in the license. The fee for such temporary license is one hundred fifty dollars ($150.00) per day. Such temporary permit shall...premises where the operation of video gaming terminals is greater than accessory or incidental and complementary to the principal use, commonly known as "gaming cafes."
b. General retail stores,
c. Liquor stores.
d. Any retail liquor establishment holding a liquor license primarily for the sale of alcoholic liquors in the original container and not for consumption on the premises where it is sold.
e. Gas stations (except for truck stops described in V.1.d). 3. Continuation of Existing Licenses. Businesses
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Geneva·4.2.10
RESTRICTIONS ON ISSUANCE
Summary
This section outlines various disqualifications for obtaining a liquor license in Geneva, including residency, character, citizenship, criminal convictions, prior license revocations, and ownership/management eligibility for business entities.
Section Text
complies with the requirements of section 4-2 of the IL Liquor Control Act.
P. Any person, firm or corporation not eligible for a state retail liquor dealer's license;
Q. Any applicant who fails to obtain a state liquor license;
R. A person who is not a beneficial owner of the business to be operated by the licensee;
S. A person who has been convicted of a gambling offense as proscribed by any of subsections (a)(3) through...subsection
V. have been met before any action on the corporation's license is initiated;
W. Upon the complaint of the state department of revenue, the local liquor control commissioner shall refuse the issuance or renewal of a local liquor license, or suspend or revoke such license, for any of the following violations of any tax act administered by the state department of revenue: 1. Failure to make a tax return; 2. The filing of a fraudulent return; 3. Failure
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Bartlett·3.3.4
Application For Initial License Or Renewal Of Existing License; Contents
Summary
This section outlines the required information and documentation for individuals or entities applying for an initial liquor license or renewing an existing one in Bartlett. It specifies details about the applicant, their business, and the proposed licensed premises.
Section Text
owner of stock of such corporation. (1984 Code)
L. Each applicant, except applicants for class D license, shall designate at least one individual who shall serve as liquor manager for the applicant. Upon each renewal of a liquor license, the licensee shall designate a liquor manager or managers. The applicant shall supply the following information with respect to such manager or managers:
1. The name of the manager.
2. The residence address of the manager or agent and the length...limits, parking requirements, total number of customer seats, total number of proposed video gaming terminals, and areas which will be reasonably necessary for loading and unloading. The requirements to submit floor and site plans shall not be applicable to liquor license applications for licenses other than a class V or class VC license (except that a floor plan shall be required for a class F license). The layout of a licensed premises, as depicted on the floor plan submitted with
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Rockdale·26.233
Type of liquor license
Summary
This section of the Rockdale municipal ordinance outlines various types of liquor licenses available, including taverns, clubs, and banquet halls. It also specifically details the 'package beer and wine' license, prohibiting on-premise consumption and allowing the sale of other grocery store items.
Section Text
Taverns.
(b) Clubs.
(c) Banquet hall.
(d) Package beer and wine.
(1) There shall be no consumption of alcoholic liquors permitted on the premises of a licensed retail package liquor store.
(2) This license, in addition to the retail sale of packaged beer and wine also permits the retail sale of other items usually and customarily sold in a grocery store
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Deerfield·3.29
Displaying Liquor License On Premises:
Section Text
Every licensee shall cause their liquor license to be framed and hung in plain view in a conspicuous place on the licensed premises. (1975 Code
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Deerfield·3.29
Displaying Liquor License On Premises:
Section Text
Every licensee shall cause their liquor license to be framed and hung in plain view in a conspicuous place on the licensed premises. (1975 Code
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Elgin·6.06.128
Posting of liquor licenses
Summary
This ordinance requires all liquor licensees in Elgin to display both their city and state liquor licenses in a visible and conspicuous location on their licensed premises.
Section Text
Every licensee shall cause every licensee's liquor licenses, both city and state, to be posted in plain view in a conspicuous space on the licensed premises.
(Ord. No. G14-97, § 2, 1997; Code
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Zion·62.292
Video gaming
Summary
This section permits video gaming within Zion's corporate limits, provided all state and local licensing requirements are met. It specifies that video gaming terminals are only allowed in licensed retail establishments that serve alcohol for on-premises consumption.
Section Text
gaming terminal license issued by the city that a licensed establishment keeping the video gaming terminal have in place the following licenses:
(1) A valid Zion business license issued by the city clerk.
(2) A valid State of Illinois liquor license issued by the Illinois Liquor Commission.
(3) A valid Class A, A-1, A-2, C-1, K, or Y liquor license for the service of alcoholic liquor on the premises issued by the Zion Liquor Control Commissioner...particular premises, and shall include a copy of the licenses issued from the State of Illinois for each video gaming terminal at that location, and a copy of the applicant's State of Illinois and City of Zion liquor license for that location.
(e) Regulations for operating video gaming terminals.
(1) A valid state gaming board video gaming license must be clearly displayed at all times.
(2) A valid City of Zion gaming terminal license shall be clearly displayed
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Glenwood·10.49
Restrictions on the retail package sale of alcohol, spirits, wine or beer for holders of class A, B, D, E or G liquor licenses
Summary
This section restricts the retail package sale of alcohol, spirits, or wine in containers smaller than 200 milliliters for holders of specific liquor licenses. It also prohibits the sale of individual cans or bottles of beer unless specifically marketed for individual sale, and prohibits removing beer from multi-packs for individual sale.
Section Text
holders of class A, B, D, E or G liquor licenses shall not engage in the retail package sale of any containers of alcohol, spirits or wine containing an amount less than 200 milliliters (6.76 ounces) of alcohol, spirits or wine. The holders of class A, B, D, E or G liquor licenses shall not engage in the retail package sale, for off-premises consumption, of any single can, single bottle or other single container of any beer unless...subsequent violation in a 12-month period. Not more than $15,000.00 in fines may be imposed against any license during the period of the license.
For the purpose of this section the terms "alcohol," "spirits," "wine" and "beer" shall have the same meaning as that set forth, in the Illinois Liquor Control
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Steger·Appendix A
Liquor License Fee Schedule
Summary
This section outlines the annual fees for various classes of liquor licenses granted by the Village of Steger. It provides a schedule of different license types and their corresponding fee amounts.
Section Text
annual fees for certain liquor licenses granted under chapter 6 of the Village of Steger Municipal Code are as follows:
Class Annual Fee
A-1 $1,750.00
A-2 $1,750.00
B-1 $1,250.00
B-2 $1,250.00
P-1 $1,000.00
P-2 $500.00
PC-1 $600.00
V-1 $250.00
H-1 $1,750.00
BYOB
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Wood Dale·5.303
Ineligibility For Licensing
Summary
This section outlines various criteria that make an applicant ineligible for a liquor license in Wood Dale. These include residency, character, citizenship, criminal convictions, and past license revocations, as well as eligibility requirements for business entities.
Section Text
such liquor license shall be issued to:
1. A person who is not a resident of the city;
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 of the United States;
4. A person who has been convicted of a felony under any federal or state law if the local liquor control commissioner determines that such person has not been sufficiently rehabilitated...shareholder whose actions directly contributed to the conviction of the corporation. The local liquor control commissioner shall determine if all provisions of this paragraph have been met before any action on the corporation's license is initiated.
B. No liquor license shall be issued whenever any or all of the following situations arise:
1. The premises for which a license is sought are premises for which a federal wagering stamp has been issued by the federal government.
2. The premises
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Midlothian·5.6.2
License Required
Summary
This section establishes a requirement for a liquor license or permit for any sale, service, or consumption of regulated alcoholic liquor within the village of Midlothian. It mandates separate licenses for each business location and outlines restrictions related to video gaming terminals, with specific exceptions for fraternal and veteran establishments.
Section Text
shall be unlawful to sell, offer for sale at retail, serve or consume in the village any regulated alcoholic liquor without having a liquor license or permit or in violation of the terms of such license. No person, group of persons, partnership, or corporation, limited liability company or any other entity shall sell or offer for sale at retail, draw, pour, mix, dispense or otherwise serve any regulated alcoholic liquors within the village without first having obtained a liquor license...poured, mixed, dispensed or otherwise served, regardless of whether there is any type of compensation, shall have a separate license. No video gaming terminals. activities or operations are permitted within the village, except pursuant to the issuance of a liquor license pursuant to one of the liquor license categories under this code which specifically authorizes such video gaming terminals and operations on the premises of the particular business or establishment involved, provided however that such prohibition shall not apply
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Peotone·112.19
Limitations On Licenses
Summary
This section outlines the limitations on the number of liquor licenses that can be issued in Peotone. The Board of Trustees determines the number of licenses per classification, and the Village Clerk maintains an updated schedule. Class C-2 licenses are an exception, issued at the discretion of the Liquor Control Commissioner with specific insurance requirements.
Section Text
Number of licenses; increase and decrease.
(1) The Board of Trustees shall determine, by ordinance, the number of licenses other than C-2 licenses that are available in each classification. A liquor license may be issued to an applicant by the local Liquor Control Commissioner only after such license has been created by the Board of Trustees. Not more than one of said licenses shall be issued for the county fairgrounds. Neither the Commissioner nor any other person or entity...issue liquor licenses in a number that is in excess of the number authorized for each classification by the Board of Trustees. An up-to-date schedule of the authorized number of licenses available in each classification shall be maintained by, and available from, the Village Clerk. When a liquor license expires and is not renewed or is revoked or terminated, the number of authorized licenses in a particular class shall automatically be reduced by the total number
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Beach Park·5.16.200
Prohibited Acts And Conditions
Summary
This section prohibits the peddling of alcoholic liquor within Beach Park. It requires a license for any sale, use, or consumption of alcoholic liquors and outlines specific conditions regarding where liquor can be sold, including requirements for separate licenses for different locations under one roof, with exceptions for certain license classes. It also prohibits selling liquor at a location other than the one specified on the license.
Section Text
report as required in subsection H3 of this section with the local liquor commissioner shall subject the licensee to the fines outlined in subsection 5.16.230C of this chapter and/or 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 party threatens another or actually commences fighting with another party.
I. Prohibition Of Gambling: It shall be unlawful for any licensee hereunder to permit...furnishing false information in relation to an investigation on the licensed premises.
L. Violation: If the liquor commissioner finds a violation of any portion of this section said violation shall be grounds for a suspension or revocation of a liquor license
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Lyons·4.2.1
Definitions
Summary
This section defines key terms used within the Lyons Liquor Control chapter, including 'Caterer', 'Licensed Premises', 'Licensee', and 'Minor', to ensure consistent interpretation and application of the ordinance.
Section Text
occurs.
COMMISSIONER: The Lyons liquor control commissioner designated in section 4-2-3 of this chapter, as well as any committee or other agency appointed by the said commissioner.
LICENSED PREMISES: The place or location described in a local liquor license where alcoholic liquor is allowed to be stored, displayed or offered for sale. Not included are sidewalks, streets, parking areas and grounds adjacent to any such place or location.
LICENSEE: A person holding a local liquor license.
LICENSEE, AGENT...federal, state and local laws imposing or pertaining to fees and taxes relating to alcoholic liquor; and all other federal and state legislation, regulations and rules applicable to the sale or use of alcoholic liquor within the village.
LOCAL LIQUOR LICENSE: A license issued pursuant to the provisions of this chapter.
MINOR: A person under the age of twenty one (21) years.
PERSON: Any individual, corporation, firm, partnership, association, organization or other group acting as a unit, including any executor
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Bensenville·3.3.25
Redmond Recreational Center Liquor License
Summary
This section authorizes the Village of Bensenville to obtain a Class A liquor license for the Redmond Recreational Center, directing the Local Liquor Control Commissioner and Village Clerk to issue it in accordance with state law and local ordinances.
Section Text
Pursuant to section 5/6-15 of the Liquor Control Act of 1934, 235 Illinois Compiled Statutes 5/6-15, the issuance of a Class A liquor license to the Village for the Redmond Recreational Center, 735 East Jefferson Street, Bensenville, Illinois, is hereby provided for and the Local Liquor Control Commissioner and the Village Clerk are hereby authorized and directed to issue such license, subject to provisions of State Statute and of this chapter
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Inverness·3.1.7
License Fee, Term, Number Of Licenses
Summary
This section outlines the license fee, term, and number of retail liquor licenses in Inverness. It details the expiration date, the personal and non-transferable nature of licenses, and the classification of licenses, including specific fees and conditions for Class 1 (golf club) and Class 2 (special events for non-profits) licenses.
Section Text
issuance (except as otherwise provided in this chapter) and shall not constitute property, be subject to attachment, garnishment or execution, or alienable or transferable, as provided under "an act relating to alcoholic liquors", as amended. Failure to renew a liquor license and pay for such license during the first ten (10) days of the month in which such payment is due may be considered by the liquor control commissioner as an abandonment by such licensee of such license.
B. Retail...amended, but not more than one class 1 license shall be issued within the village pursuant to this section and not more than one class 2 license shall be issued within the village pursuant to this section.
C. Retail liquor licenses shall be classified as follows:
1. Class 1 License: A class 1 license shall authorize the sale at retail and serving of alcoholic liquor for a golf club only for consumption on the premises of the sale, provided such
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Hanover Park·10.42.5
Gambling and video gaming
Summary
This section prohibits gambling on premises licensed to sell alcohol, with exceptions for video gaming terminals. It outlines specific liquor license classifications (AX, AAX, CX, DX, EX, FX) authorized to operate video gaming, subject to Illinois Gaming Board licensing and additional requirements for a Class X supplemental license.
Section Text
operate video gaming terminals and only when licensed by the Illinois Gaming Board pursuant to the provisions of the Illinois Gaming Act, 230 ILCS 40/1 et seq. and in accordance with this section.
Class X shall be a supplemental liquor license to Class A, Class AA, Class C, Class D, Class E, and/or Class F licenses, but as to the Class F license only when the licensee is also licensed by the Illinois Gaming Board as a truck stop...large truck stop.
Except for Class DX and Class FX licenses, Class X supplemental liquor licenses must meet the following criteria:
(1) Meals shall be actually and regularly prepared on premises and served in accordance with either a general or specialized menu;
(2) Adequate and sanitary kitchen and dining room equipment shall be provided and maintained;
(3) The licensed premises shall have a minimum square footage of 2,000 square feet and the establishment shall have a minimum seating capacity