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Crete · 4.48

Closing hours, etc

Summary

This section establishes closing hours for various classes of establishments, with specific exceptions for New Year's Eve and the day before Thanksgiving. It also includes regulations regarding the sale and consumption of alcoholic beverages, including a 20-minute buffer before closing and a 15-minute grace period for consumption in restaurants.

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following day. Class T: Specifically annotated by license. (b) Restaurants, clubs or hotels whose premises are licensed under this chapter, shall be permitted to remain open during periods of time differing from the hours established by subsection (a) hereinabove, provided, however, that: (1) No licensee or agent or employee thereof shall sell any alcoholic liquor except during the hours permitted in subsection (a) hereinabove. (2) No alcoholic liquor may be served within 20 minutes prior to the conclusion of hours...regulated must be cleared from public areas and tables at the time of conclusion of said hours of operation. (3) With regard to restaurants, no alcoholic liquor shall be consumed on the premises later than 15 minutes after the hour of closing as permitted in subsection (a) hereinabove. All businesses holding Class C licenses shall be allowed to permit persons upon their premises for the purposes of conducting business other than that of the sale and/or consumption of alcoholic beverages
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Oakbrook Terrace · 111.031

Restrictions on club licenses

Summary

This section prohibits individuals who are not members of a club from drawing, pouring, mixing, or serving alcoholic liquor at establishments holding a Class D (not-for-profit club) or Class H (private, for-profit club) license. A penalty provision is cross-referenced.

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shall be unlawful for any licensee holding a Class D license for a not-for-profit club or a Class H license for a private, for-profit club, to permit any person other than a member of the club to draw, pour, mix or serve any alcoholic liquor. (Ord. 02-44, passed 11-26-02) Cross reference— Penalty
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Brookfield · 6.233

Appearances

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This section outlines the requirements for appearances in proceedings before the liquor commissioner, specifying when attorneys are required, how they must file their appearance, and the conditions for withdrawal. It also clarifies when individuals, partners, and corporations/LLCs can appear.

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telephone number of the attorney; (2) The name and address of the applicant the attorney represents; and (3) An affirmative statement that the attorney is licensed to practice in the state. (b) Only individual attorneys may file appearances. Any applicant's attorney who has not filed an appearance may not address the liquor commissioner or sign pleadings. (c) An attorney may only withdraw his appearance upon written notice to the liquor commissioner. (d) An individual may appear
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Brookfield · 6.246

Appearances

Summary

This section outlines the requirements for representation in hearings before the liquor commissioner in Brookfield, specifying who can appear on behalf of licensees, the conditions for attorney appearances, and the representation for corporate entities and the village itself.

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telephone number of the attorney; (2) The name and address of the licensee the attorney represents; and (3) An affirmative statement that the attorney is licensed to practice in the state. (b) Only individual attorneys may file appearances. Any licensee's attorney who has not filed an appearance may not address the liquor commissioner or sign pleadings. (c) An attorney may only withdraw his appearance upon written notice to the liquor commissioner. (d) An individual may appear
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Wilmette · 30.12.3

Use standards

Summary

This section outlines specific use standards for Accessory Living Units (ALUs) in Wilmette. It details requirements for owner occupancy, age/disability of residents, size limitations, location within the principal structure, maintaining a single-family appearance, and the necessity of a special use permit.

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Organization shall have all required state issued licenses authorizing the sale of cannabis, in good standing at all times. Any suspension or revocation of such a license by the state of Illinois shall be deemed a suspension or revocation of the special use permit. d. A Dispensing Organization is prohibited from selling alcoholic liquor, except for tinctures as defined and as authorized by the Act. e. A Dispensing Organization shall dispose of all cannabis waste in accord with
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Skokie · 10.73

Renewal of license

Summary

This section outlines the conditions and requirements for renewing a license, emphasizing that renewal is not a vested right and the Mayor and Board of Trustees can decrease the number of issued licenses. It also mandates a renewal application form and attendance at an annual meeting convened by the Liquor Control Commissioner.

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shall not be construed as a vested right which shall in any case prohibit the Mayor and Board of Trustees from decreasing the number of licenses to be issued within the jurisdiction of the Mayor and the Board of Trustees. (b) The renewal application shall be on a form prescribed by the Liquor Control Commissioner. Additionally, all licensees or an authorized representative thereof, are required to attend an annual meeting convened by the Liquor Control Commissioner
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Wadsworth · 3.1.2

Liquor Control Commission

Summary

This section establishes the Wadsworth Liquor Control Commission (LLCC), outlining the appointment of its members from the village board of trustees. It details the commission's duties, which include recommending regulations to the Village Board and conducting hearings referred by the LLCC.

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Liquor Control Commission in the office of the Village Clerk, within five (5) days after making the appointment of said members. C.   Duties: The Liquor Commission shall have the following duties: 1.   To recommend to the Village Board such further regulations and restrictions regarding the issuance of, and operations under local licenses, not inconsistent with law, as the public good and convenience may require. 2.   To conduct hearings upon all matters referred to it by the LLCC and to make
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Huntley · 116.004

Application for adult business license

Summary

This section outlines the requirements for applying for an adult business license in Huntley. It details the information applicants must provide, including business ownership, operational details, personal information of key individuals, business character, and premises description.

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reason of any matter or thing contained in this section, laws of the State, or the ordinances of the Village. (K) A statement whether a previous license by any state or subdivision thereof, or by the Federal government, has been revoked, and the reasons therefor. (L) A statement that the consumption of alcoholic liquor will not be permitted on the premises. (M) A statement that gambling devices or gambling will not be permitted on the premises except video gaming terminals...forth in the application. (P) Authorization for the Village, agents and employees to seek information and conduct an investigation into the truth of the statements set forth in the application and the qualifications of the applicant for the license. (Q) No minors as defined by the statutes of the State shall be allowed upon the premises during business hours. (R) The names, addresses, and phone numbers of three adult residents of McHenry or Kane County who will serve as character
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Dolton · 112.027

Restrictions On Use By Minors

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This section restricts minors under 17 from operating automatic amusement devices unsupervised during school hours, and prohibits individuals under 21 from playing such devices at establishments selling alcohol, with exceptions for parental accompaniment or if the establishment is a licensed restaurant.

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person or legal entity to permit any person under the age of 21 to play an automatic amusement device located at an establishment which sells alcoholic liquor for consumption on the premises, if: (1)   The minor is accompanied by a parent or guardian; and/or (2)   The establishment is a restaurant holding a valid license issued under §§ 120.40 through 120.50 of this code of ordinances. (Ord. 06-342, passed 5-15-2006) Penalty
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Niles · 94.254

Transmittal of tax collection

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This section mandates that owners and operators of prepared food and alcoholic liquor facilities in Niles must file a sworn return and payment of imposed taxes to the Director of Finance/Treasurer. The filing requirements, including forms, due dates, and frequencies, are aligned with the Illinois Department of Revenue's retailers occupation tax return (form ST-1).

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owner and the operator of each prepared food facility and each alcoholic liquor facility within the village shall have the duty to file a sworn return with the Director of Finance/treasurer for each such facility and for each such licensed premises located in the village. The return shall be prepared and submitted on forms prescribed by the village, and shall be filed with the village by the filing date and at the same time intervals or frequencies as the retailers
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Dolton · 112.102

License Application; Limitations On Video Gambling Terminals

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This section outlines the application process for licenses to display amusement machines and video gambling terminals in Dolton. It details the required information for the application, including applicant details, location of the device, description of the machine, state license, and imposes a restriction on operation hours coinciding with prohibited alcoholic liquor sales.

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name of manufacturer and serial number and such other data or information as the village may require; (4)   The applicant shall include a copy of the license from the state for each video gambling terminal on the premises; and (5)   Video gambling terminals may not be operated or played during the hours alcoholic liquor sales are prohibited by village ordinance. (Ord. 12-566, passed
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Beecher · 1.14.5

Duties And Responsibilities

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This section outlines the duties and responsibilities of the Village Code Enforcement Officer in Beecher, detailing their authority to enforce various local ordinances, issue citations, and take action against violations. It specifies their independent operational structure and collaborative roles with other village departments.

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village code enforcement officer shall have the authority to enforce the following provisions of this code: (A)   Business regulations, with the exception of liquor regulations. (B)   Current building regulations as adopted in this code. (C)   Barbed wire fence regulations. (D)   Obstructing gutters, sewers regulations. (E)   Graffiti prohibited regulations. (F)   Dog license regulations. (G)   Removal of dog excrement regulations. (H)   Swine and poultry regulations. (I)   Nuisances, plants and weeds regulations. (J)   Solicitor regulations. (K)   Health and sanitation regulations. (L)   Public ways
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Maywood · § 129B.02 Commissioner Of The Joint Commission For Tobacco And Cannabis.
Summary

This section designates the Local Liquor Control Commissioner as the Commissioner for the Joint Commission for Tobacco and Cannabis Regulation and Licensing. The Commissioner is responsible for administering and enforcing the Village's regulations and licensing programs related to tobacco and cannabis.

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Designation . The Local Liquor Control Commissioner, as appointed pursuant to § 117.02 of this Code shall also serve as the Commissioner for the Joint Commission for Tobacco and Cannabis Regulation and Licensing for and on behalf of the Village. (B) Functions . The Commissioner shall be responsible for overseeing the administration and enforcement of the Village's regulations regarding tobacco and cannabis as provided in Chapters 116 (Tobacco) and 129A (Cannabis Business Establishments). (C) Powers and duties . The Commissioner for the Joint
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Wheeling · 4.32.155

Right of entry

Summary

This section grants the commission the authority to enter licensed premises, or authorize law enforcement officers to enter, at any time to inspect for violations of the chapter, the Act, or adopted rules and regulations.

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commission hereby is given the power to enter or to authorize any law-enforcing officer to enter at any time upon any premises licensed hereunder to determine whether any of the provisions of this Chapter, the Act, or any rules or regulations adopted by the commission or by the Illinois Liquor Control Commission have been or are being violated, and at such time to examine the premises of said licensee in connection therewith
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Cicero · 82.38

Street closures for special events

Summary

This section defines key terms related to street closures for special events in Cicero, including 'Parade', 'Person', 'Special Event', 'Sponsor', and 'Street'. It specifies what constitutes a Special Event and clarifies exclusions.

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played or sound amplification equipment will be used at the Special Event. No sound amplification equipment shall be used in any way that is contrary to applicable laws, statutes, ordinances, codes, rules, regulations or orders; h. Whether alcoholic liquor, beverages, food and/or merchandise will be sold, offered for sale or given away at the Special Event; i. The proof of insurance and agreement to indemnify and hold harmless required by Subsections (e) and (f) of this Section; j. Plans...regulations and orders. The Sponsor also agrees to obtain and comply or ensure that each vendor obtains and complies with the terms of all permits and licenses required in connection with the Special Event or the proposed activities associated therewith including, but not limited to, solicitations, the sale and delivery of food, alcoholic liquor, beverages and other merchandise and the use of candles, torches, fires and other combustibles. The Town is authorized to inspect Special Events and may issue citations
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Montgomery · 3.23

Closing hours

Summary

This section establishes closing hours for the retail sale of alcoholic beverages in Montgomery. It specifies different closing times for on-premises and off-premises consumption, with variations for Friday and Saturday nights, and a specific schedule for Sundays. Establishments selling alcohol may remain open during prohibited sales hours but cannot sell or serve alcohol.

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Sunday. To the extent that this section 3-23 conflicts with the restrictions established on any particular class of license, the restrictions on the particular license shall govern. (b) Reserved. (c) It shall be unlawful to keep open for business or to admit the public to any premises in or on which alcoholic liquor is sold at retail during the hours within which sale of such liquor is prohibited; however, in the case of restaurants, clubs, drugstores and hotels such...establishments may be kept open during such hours, but no alcoholic liquor shall be sold to or consumed by the public during such hours in such establishments. (d) Except as provided elsewhere herein, it shall be unlawful for the licensee, his agents, or employees to permit any person other than the licensee, or his employees, to remain upon the licensed premises
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Wilmette · 10.5

Power and duties of local liquor control commissioner

Summary

This section outlines the powers and duties of the Wilmette Local Liquor Control Commissioner, including the authority to grant, suspend, or revoke liquor licenses, conduct investigations, receive and act on complaints, deny applications, collect fees, and examine applicants and licensees.

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local Liquor Control Commissioner shall have the following powers, functions and duties: (1) To grant, suspend for not more than 30 days, or revoke for cause, in accordance with the provisions of this chapter, all local licenses issued to persons for premises within his jurisdiction, and in addition thereto, impose fines on licensees in such amounts as may be provided in section 10-61. (2) To enter or to authorize any law enforcement officer or peace officer to enter...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 grant an exemption to the minimum distance prohibitions for the licensing of retail sale of alcohol at locations located within 100 feet of a church, school, hospital, home for aged or indigent persons or for veterans, their
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Rosemont · 4.7B-13

Examination Of Applicants And Licensees

Summary

This section grants the Local Liquor Control Commissioner or their designee the authority to examine applicants and licensees, their books and records, and to hear testimony related to video gaming establishment and terminal operator licenses in Rosemont.

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Local Liquor Control Commissioner or his designee shall have the right to: A.   Examine, or cause to be examined, under oath, any applicant for a Village video gaming establishment license and any applicant for a Village terminal operators license; B.   Examine or cause to be examined, the books and records of any such applicant or licensee; or C.   Hear testimony and take proof for his information related to any application for Village video gaming establishment license or a Village terminal
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Roselle · 3.60

Violation of the Illinois Video Gaming Act

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This section prohibits Class 'T' license holders in Roselle from violating village ordinances, the Illinois Criminal Code, or the Illinois Video Gaming Act and its associated regulations. Violations can result in fines, suspension, or revocation of licenses by the liquor commissioner.

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restrictions imposed by the Illinois Gaming Board. upon a finding of a violation of any of the foregoing by a class "T" licensee the liquor commissioner shall have the authority to impose any penalty authorized by this code including the imposition of a fine and/or to suspend or revoke the class "T" license and/or suspend or revoke the underlying consumption on the premises license
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Wadsworth · 3.1.1

Local Liquor Control Commissioner

Summary

This section defines the Village President as the Local Liquor Control Commissioner (LLCC) and outlines their extensive powers and duties regarding local liquor licenses. These include granting, suspending, and revoking licenses, conducting inspections, ensuring sanitary conditions, reviewing certificates of approval, collecting fees, and conducting examinations of applicants and licensees.

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Commissioner Defined: The village president shall be the local liquor control commissioner ("LLCC"). B.   Duties: The LLCC shall have all the powers and duties prescribed by law, including, but not limited to: 1.   Grant, Suspend Or Revoke License: To grant, or suspend for not more than thirty (30) days, or to revoke for cause, any local license subject to his jurisdiction. 2.   Inspection: To enter, or to authorize any inspector, law enforcement officer, or peace officer, to enter
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Bolingbrook · 6.4

Consumption of alcoholic liquor in public places prohibited

Summary

This ordinance prohibits the consumption or possession of alcoholic liquor in public places within Bolingbrook, with exceptions for original sealed containers, licensed premises, or permitted group functions. It specifically outlaws "brown-bagging" or "BYO" in public.

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right to resort for business, entertainment, or other lawful purposes. (c) This section prohibits the practice commonly known as "brown-bagging," or "bring your own" liquor or "BYO" when conducted in a public place. (d) Consumption or possession in a public place otherwise prohibited by this section shall, however, be lawful within premises licensed under this chapter or during a group function for which a license has been obtained under the provisions of this chapter. (Code
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Burr Ridge · 25.07

Posting License And Warning

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This section mandates that liquor licensees display their licenses in plain view on the licensed premises, specifically near each bar. It also requires a prominent printed warning regarding the penalties for underage drinking or age misrepresentation.

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framed and hung in plain view in a conspicuous place on the licensed premises and adjacent to or attached to each separate bar on the licensed premises, including movable and/or other type of service bars, regardless of where such bars are located. In every tavern or other place in the Village where alcoholic liquor is sold, there shall be displayed at all times in a prominent place next to each bar therein a printed warning which shall read substantially
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Oak Forest · 111.49

Posting License And Warning

Summary

This section mandates that liquor licenses be prominently displayed at each licensed premise and adjacent to or attached to every bar. It also requires a printed warning about underage drinking and age misrepresentation fines to be displayed next to each bar.

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framed and hung in plain view in a conspicuous place on the licensed premises and adjacent to or attached to each separate bar on the licensed premises, including movable and/or other type of service bars, regardless of where such bars are located. (B)   In every tavern or other place in the city where liquor is sold, there shall be displayed at all times in a prominent place next to each bar therein a printed warning which shall read substantially
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Oakbrook Terrace · 111.040

Sale of mixed alcoholic liquor

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This section permits retail licensees in Oakbrook Terrace to sell mixed alcoholic drinks in sealed containers for off-premises consumption under specific conditions, including employee training, age verification, proper packaging, and labeling.

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licensee's location may be transferred and sold for off-premises consumption if the following requirements are met: (1) The cocktail is transferred within the licensed premises, by a curbside pickup, or by delivery by an employee of the retail licensee who: (a) Has been trained in accordance with § 6-27.1 of the Liquor Control Act of 1934, ILCS Ch. 235, Act 5, § 6-27.1, at the time of the sale; (b) Is at least 21 years...delivered; (2) If the employee delivering the cocktail is not able to safely verify a person's age or level of intoxication upon delivery, the employee shall cancel the sale of alcohol and return the product to the retail license holder; (3) The sealed container is placed in the trunk of the vehicle; or, if there is no trunk, in the vehicle's rear compartment that is not readily accessible to the passenger area; (4) The sealed container shall
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Beecher · 3.12.2

Regulations

Summary

This section outlines regulations for taxicab operation in Beecher, covering vehicle standards, driver qualifications and conduct, insurance requirements, and adherence to traffic laws.

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Drivers: 1.   No person shall drive a taxicab, or be hired or permitted to do so unless the driver is duly licensed as a chauffeur under applicable laws of the state. 2.   It shall be unlawful for any driver of a taxicab while on duty to drink any intoxicating liquor, or to use any profane or obscene language, to shout or call to prospective passengers, or to disturb the peace in any way. (C)   Insurance: No taxicab shall be operated
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