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Burnham · 6.9

Prohibited activities

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This section prohibits individuals under 21 from serving alcohol, prohibits the maintenance of prostitution activities on licensed premises, and restricts soliciting patrons to purchase drinks for others.

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person under 21 years of age to attend bar, or to pour, draw, mix or serve alcoholic liquor on such premises. State Law reference— Authority to prohibit minors from specified activities, 235 ILCS 5/4-1. (b) No holder of a liquor license, his agent, manager, manager of the premises or employee shall allow, permit or suffer to maintain on the licensed premises any person who engages in an act which constitutes soliciting for a prostitute or soliciting for a juvenile prostitute...defined in 720 ILCS 5/11-15 and 720 ILCS 5/11-15.1. No holder of a liquor license, his agent, manager, manager of the premises or employee shall commit any act which constitutes keeping a place of prostitution as set forth in 720 ILCS 5/11-17 on the licensed premises. (c) It shall be unlawful for any licensee, his manager, or manager of the premises, where alcoholic liquor is offered for sale for consumption on the premises, to engage, employ, or permit any person

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Oswego · 3.31.10

Number of video gaming licenses

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This section establishes the number of video gaming licenses that can be issued in Oswego, categorized by license class, and sets specific limitations and proximity requirements for certain license types, with grandfathering provisions for existing businesses.

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Video gaming licenses shall only be issued to establishments which have a valid liquor license. Gaming licenses are approved or denied on a case-by-case basis by the village board. Class Number Class A-1 2 Class A-2 3 Class A-3 11 Class B-2 10 Class C 2 Class D 1 Class E-1 2 Class F-2 1 Class G 0 Class N-2 0 (B) There shall be no more than 15 class...effective February 6, 2024. (E) Upon the alienation, lapse through non-renewal, relinquishment, sale, transfer, assignment or donation of the business that underlies the license to any third party or person other than the licensee, or termination of the liquor license that underlies the video gaming license, the video gaming license shall automatically become void and the number of available licenses as authorized by the corporate authorities shall automatically and immediately be reduced by one. 1. Should the gaming license

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Palos Hills · 5.11.120

Necessity of license

Summary

This section requires any entity operating an automatic amusement device within Palos Hills to obtain either a Class "E" liquor license or an arcade license.

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person, firm, partnership, corporation, association, or club shall operate or cause to be operated within the city an automatic amusement device as herein defined unless there has been first obtained either a Class "E" liquor license pursuant to the Palos Hills Liquor License Ordinance or an arcade license

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East Hazel Crest · 3.21

Required

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This section prohibits the retail sale of alcoholic liquor in East Hazel Crest without both a village retail liquor dealer's license and a state-issued retail license. Proof of the state license is required to apply for the village license.

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offer for sale at retail in the village any alcoholic liquor without having both a village retail liquor dealer's license and a license to sell or offer for sale at retail issued by the. Proof of said state liquor license must be presented to the village clerk at the time of applying for the village retail liquor dealer's license. (Code 1961, § 5-2; Ord. No. 05-11, § I, 3-22-06) State Law reference— Municipal authority to require

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Grayslake · 5.08.180

Number of licenses—Limitation

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This section limits the total number of liquor licenses per class, with exceptions for temporary Class E licenses. It also mandates that the total number of licenses automatically reduces when any license is abandoned, surrendered, revoked, or expires without renewal.

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than the number of license(s) for each license class under "number of licenses limitation" in section 5.08.150. No limit is placed under this section upon the number of Class "E-1," Class "E-2," or Class "E-3" liquor licenses, which are to be issued only in connection with special public events, as stipulated in this chapter, and for short duration and restricted otherwise as set forth in this chapter. Upon the abandonment, surrender, revocation, or expiration without renewal...liquor license issued pursuant to this chapter, the total number of liquor licenses permitted for the class under which the abandoned, surrendered, revoked, or expired license was issued shall, upon the date of such abandonment, surrender, revocation, or expiration, automatically reduce by the number of licenses abandoned, surrendered, revoked, or permitted to expire without renewal on that date, notwithstanding the number of such licenses identified in section 5.08.150. The local liquor commissioner or the commissioner's designee shall maintain

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Highwood · 4.1.24

Basset Training

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This section mandates that all applicants for liquor licenses in Highwood must provide proof of completion of a state-certified BASSET training program. It specifies who must undergo this training, including those involved in dispensing alcohol, checking identification, and management, and requires at least one trained individual to be present during all hours alcohol is sold.

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Requirements: 1. No license shall be issued unless the applicant complies with the requirements of this subsection. All license applications (original or renewal) for liquor licenses shall be accompanied with proof of completion of a state certified beverage alcohol sellers and servers educational training (BASSET) program, as per 235 Illinois Compiled Statutes 5/3-12(a)(2), 5/3-12(a)(11), and 5/6-27 and regulated under the Illinois administrative code. This chapter shall require the following individuals, employed with or without compensation...holding a license who are engaged in the selling of alcohol for off premises consumption by customers, and any person who is engaged for the checking of identification for the entry into and/or purchases of alcoholic beverages in any licensed liquor establishment. 2. In all licensed premises, during all hours when alcoholic beverages may be purchased, at least one person who has completed BASSET training shall be required to be on the premises. 3. A "state certified BASSET training program

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Lincolnwood · 10.1.6

Appeals from order of Local Liquor Control Commissioner

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This section states that all decisions made by the Local Liquor Control Commissioner concerning liquor licenses, fines, or suspensions are appealable to the Illinois Liquor Control Commission, as provided by state law.

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Pursuant to Section 7-9 of the Liquor Control Act,[1] all orders or actions of the Local Liquor Control Commissioner regarding whether to grant a local liquor license, impose a fine against a local liquor licensee, or revoke or suspend a local liquor license shall be appealable to the Illinois Liquor Control Commission.[1]Editor's Note: See 235 ILCS 5/7-9

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Shorewood · 3.16.12

Penalties.

Summary

This section outlines penalties for violating the chapter on tobacco products and electronic cigarettes. Violations are petty offenses with fines, and can also lead to the suspension or revocation of relevant business licenses, or injunctive relief to stop ongoing violations.

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distinct offense. B. Notwithstanding the imposition of any other penalty for a violation of this chapter, and notwithstanding any other provision of this code, a violation of this chapter constitutes grounds for the suspension or revocation of a tobacco license, liquor license, or business license issued by the village. The suspension or revocation of a liquor or business license shall conform to the procedures set forth in the applicable provisions of this code. C. Notwithstanding the imposition of any other

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Hawthorn Woods · 3.3.7

Examination And Investigation Of Applicant/Licensee

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This section outlines the process for examining and investigating applicants for retail liquor dealer licenses in Hawthorn Woods. It grants the local liquor control commissioner broad powers to subpoena individuals and records, and requires fingerprinting and background checks for applicants with prior infractions.

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with the local liquor control commissioner. On all applications for class A, B, C, E, F and G licenses, there shall be a nonrefundable charge of seventy five dollars ($75.00) for each applicant and individual required to file a liquor license personal interest form to defray the costs of fingerprinting and/or investigation by the chief of police, however, for class E licenses, no fee shall be required if the applicant provides a copy of a current liquor license from either...village of Hawthorn Woods or another Illinois municipality, however, such liquor license may not be for a special event

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Vernon Hills · 3.3

License required; display

Summary

This section requires anyone selling or distributing alcoholic liquor at retail within Vernon Hills to possess a liquor dealer's license. Licensees must also prominently display their license on the licensed premises.

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shall be unlawful for any person to sell or give away or offer for sale at retail in the village any alcoholic liquor unless such person possesses a liquor dealer's license duly issued by the liquor and license commission in accordance herewith, and no person shall sell, give away or offer for sale at retail in the village any alcoholic liquor in violation of the terms of such license or the provisions of this chapter. (b) Every licensee shall

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Batavia · 3.3.42

After Hours Regulations

Summary

This section outlines regulations for licensed premises regarding the sale, possession, and consumption of alcoholic liquors outside of permitted selling hours. It prohibits sales after hours, requires businesses to close to the public, and specifies rules for employees and cleanup.

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shall be unlawful for any person to sell or offer for sale, at retail, or to give away, in or upon any licensed premises, any alcoholic liquor during the hours in which sale of such alcoholic liquors is prohibited. B. It shall be unlawful to keep open for business or to admit the public or to allow the public to remain within or upon the licensed premises after the hours for selling alcoholic liquor have ended. C. Establishments at which...liquor shall be possessed or consumed on the licensed premises by any person, including the licensee and the licensee’s employees and agents, after the hours for selling alcoholic liquor have ended. G. All areas of the licensed premises in which alcoholic liquors are sold at retail for consumption on the premises, including areas that are located below ground level, shall have visible access to the interior for purposes of police inspection and the after hours safety of the occupants

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River Grove · 5.24.10

Issuance Of License

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This section outlines the process and requirements for issuing retail liquor licenses in River Grove. A key condition for issuance is that the applicant must either own the premises or have a lease for the entire license period.

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Retail liquor licenses shall be issued by the President, as Local Liquor Control Commissioner, subject to the provisions of the Liquor Control Act, as amended, and to the provisions of this Code relating to alcoholic liquor in general, and provided further that no license shall be issued to any person who does not own the premises for which a license is sought, or who does not have a lease thereon for the full period for which the license

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La Grange · 4.2.70

Insurance Requirements

Summary

This section outlines insurance requirements for alcohol licensees in La Grange, mandating liquor liability insurance or host liability insurance for certain establishments, and detailing consequences for non-compliance.

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scope of that establishment or organization's operations or other reason, then that establishment or organization must provide liquor liability insurance coverage as required by 4-2-70(a). (c) Annual filing; cancellation. A liquor Licensee holding an annual liquor license must file an updated certificate of insurance annually with the Village Liquor Control Commissioner. If at any time for any reason the liquor Licensee's insurance is canceled, then the Licensee must immediately notify the Village Liquor Control Commissioner...liquor Licensee to secure the required insurance, or to maintain the required insurance at all times, or to notify the Village Liquor Control Commissioner of any cancellation of the required insurance is grounds for immediate suspension of a liquor license and all activities related to that license and for revocation of that license

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South Elgin · 98.03

Special Events

Summary

This section outlines the process for applying for a special event permit in South Elgin, detailing application availability, required information, submission deadlines, and the review process by the Special Events Team. It also mentions that the application consolidates various necessary permits and licenses.

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additional conditions or restrictions deemed necessary and appropriate by the village. The special event application shall consolidate applications for licenses and permits that may be needed for such event, including but not limited to temporary signage; fireworks; raffles; and liquor license. Each shall be applied for and considered separately as provided by this Code. The requirements and fees for issuance of each such permit or license shall remain as otherwise provided for in the Code. (B) Submission of special event...fees; (c) A certificate of insurance and additional insured endorsements in a form and in amounts approved by the village, naming the village and its officers, agents, employees and representatives as additional insureds; (d) A copy of a temporary liquor license issued by the village's Liquor Commissioner, if applicable; and (e) Any other information or documentation deemed necessary or appropriate. (2) All supplemental permits or licenses needed for the special event, other than a liquor license if applicable, shall

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Naperville · 3.4C-3

SPECIAL EVENTS

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This section outlines the process and requirements for obtaining a special event permit in Naperville. It details the application submission process, including timelines, required information, and the consolidation of various permits needed for special events.

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needed for such event, including but not limited to: (a) temporary signage; (b) amplifiers; (c) tents; (d) fireworks; (e) raffles; (f) right-of-way; (g) circuses; (h) carnivals; (i) carnival rides; and (j) filming, except that applications for a liquor license shall be applied for separately as provided by this Code. The requirements and fees for issuance of each such permit or license shall remain as otherwise provided for in the Code. 1.1. Submission of Special Event Application: All applications...fees; (c) a certificate of insurance and additional insured endorsements in a form and in amounts approved by the City, naming the City and its officers, agents, employees and representatives as additional insureds; (d) a copy of a temporary liquor license issued by the City's Liquor Commissioner, if applicable; and (e) any other information or documentation deemed necessary or appropriate. All supplemental permits or licenses needed for the special event, other than a liquor license if applicable, shall

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Westmont · 10.2

Local liquor commissioner

Summary

This section designates the village president as the local liquor commissioner, responsible for administering liquor ordinances. The commissioner has broad powers including issuing, suspending, and revoking local liquor licenses, levying fines, inspecting licensed premises, hearing complaints, and compelling testimony and evidence through subpoenas.

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this chapter and of such other ordinances relating to alcoholic liquor as may be, from time to time, enacted by the village board. (b) The local liquor commissioner shall have the following powers and duties with respect to local liquor licenses: (1) To grant all local licenses issued to persons or entities for premises within the village, and to take any one or more of the following forms of disciplinary action: a. Suspend a license for not more than...take action for the purpose of obtaining any of the information desired by the commissioner under this section. (5) From time to time, to report to the village board actions which have been taken to grant or deny liquor licenses or to penalize licensees. (6) To work with one or more deputy liquor commissioners, who shall be part-time employees of the village who are hired and supervised by the village manager, and who shall have all the powers

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Palos Park · 808.05

Persons Ineligible For License.

Summary

This section prohibits the issuance of a retail liquor dealer's license to any applicant who is ineligible to receive such a license from the State of Illinois according to the Illinois Liquor Control Law.

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retail liquor dealers' license shall be issued to any applicant who would be ineligible to receive a retail liquor dealer's license from the State under the provisions of the Illinois Liquor Control Law, approved January 31, 1934, including all amendments and additions thereto. (Ord. 1974-4. Passed

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Orland Park · 3.2.4

Encroachments

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This ordinance prohibits obstructions on public ways but allows food service establishments and restaurants to operate outdoor dining on adjacent public sidewalks with specific limitations on space usage, aisle width, frontage, and boundary delineation.

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waterway, detention or retention pond, right-of-way, or other public easement, except that food service establishments and restaurants shall be permitted to operate and maintain outdoor dining, including the service of liquor by an establishment that holds a liquor license without amendment of the liquor license, using a portion of a public sidewalk adjoining the food and service establishment or restaurant with the following limitations: 1. Such outdoor dining use occupies no more than fifty percent...outdoor seating area does not exceed seventy five percent (75%) of the frontage of the food service establishment or restaurant; and 5. At least 50% of the boundaries of any outdoor seating area that will serve liquor are delineated, but not required to be fully enclosed, by a fence, wall, landscaping or similar barrier not less than 24 inches in height and not greater than 48 inches in height; and 6. A fence, wall, landscaping or similar barrier no less

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Orland Park · 3.2.4

Encroachments

Summary

This ordinance prohibits obstructions on public ways but allows food service establishments and restaurants to operate outdoor dining on adjacent public sidewalks with specific limitations on space usage, aisle width, frontage, and boundary delineation.

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waterway, detention or retention pond, right-of-way, or other public easement, except that food service establishments and restaurants shall be permitted to operate and maintain outdoor dining, including the service of liquor by an establishment that holds a liquor license without amendment of the liquor license, using a portion of a public sidewalk adjoining the food and service establishment or restaurant with the following limitations: 1. Such outdoor dining use occupies no more than fifty percent...outdoor seating area does not exceed seventy five percent (75%) of the frontage of the food service establishment or restaurant; and 5. At least 50% of the boundaries of any outdoor seating area that will serve liquor are delineated, but not required to be fully enclosed, by a fence, wall, landscaping or similar barrier not less than 24 inches in height and not greater than 48 inches in height; and 6. A fence, wall, landscaping or similar barrier no less

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Schiller Park · 110.01

Rules And Definitions

Summary

This section provides definitions for key terms used within the chapter, including 'ALCOHOL', 'ALCOHOLIC LIQUOR', and various types of 'AUTOMATIC AMUSEMENT DEVICE'.

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sports betting; however, “video gaming” as defined by the Video Gaming Act ILCS Ch. 230, Act 40, §§ 1 et seq. and this code shall not be included in this definition. DISTRIBUTOR. Any person, other than a manufacturer of alcoholic liquor licensed as such by the state, who is engaged in the purchasing, storing, possessing, or warehousing of any alcoholic liquors for resale or reselling at wholesale, whether within or without the Village. DRIVE-IN RESTAURANT . A food service establishment with...sleeping accommodations and dining rooms being conducted in the same building or buildings in connection therewith and such building or buildings, structure or structures being provided with adequate and sanitary kitchen and dining room equipment and capacity. LICENSE or LIQUOR LICENSE . That specific grant of a specific privilege authorizing a licensee to sell or offer for sale alcoholic liquor at retail within the corporate limits of the Village only in the manner set forth in the wording of the license

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Stone Park · 111.07

Hearings

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This section outlines the procedures for hearings conducted by the Local Liquor Commissioner to suspend or revoke licenses. It details notice requirements, the inadmissibility of hearsay as sole evidence, continuances, potential outcomes (revocation, suspension, fines, warnings, reduced hours, cost assessment), and written order requirements. It also clarifies that these administrative penalties do not preclude criminal or quasi-criminal charges.

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Local Liquor Commissioner may conduct hearings to suspend or revoke licenses issued by him or her. However, the hearings must be initiated by notice to the licensee containing a summary of the alleged violation at least seven days prior to the date set for the hearing, giving the licensee an opportunity to appear and defend. An official record of the hearing shall be recorded by a certified court reporter. All hearings shall be open to the public. (B) The Code...Continuances may be obtained when requested 72 hours in advance by notice to the Local Liquor Commissioner or the Village Attorney. (D) Following the hearing as previously provided for, the Local Liquor Commissioner may find: (1) The local liquor license shall be revoked; (2) The local liquor license shall be suspended for a period not to exceed 30 days; (3) The licensee be fined an amount not to exceed $500; (4) The licensee be given a warning (which disposition shall

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Round Lake Park · 111.17

APPLICATION FOR LICENSE; FILING; CONTENTS

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This section outlines the required contents for an application for a liquor license in Round Lake Park. It details the necessary information regarding the applicant's identity, business, past licensing history, and any disqualifying factors.

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Application for liquor licenses shall be made in writing to the Local Liquor Control Commissioner; signed by the applicant, if an individual, or by an authorized agent thereof, if applicant is a club, organization or corporation; verified by oath or affidavit; and shall contain the following information and statements: (A) The name, age and address of the applicant, if an individual; in the case of a co-partnership, the persons entitled to share in the profits thereof...corporate applicant owning more than 5% of the shares of the corporation shall answer the question relating to the conviction of a felony, and shall likewise answer the questions as to whether that shareholder has ever had a liquor license revoked by any State, political subdivision thereof or by the Federal government; and if so, the reasons for such revocation. Such shareholder shall also furnish his fingerprints and photograph if requested by the Local Liquor Control Commissioner. (L) The amount

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East Hazel Crest · 3.24

Number of licenses

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This section limits the issuance of new liquor licenses, allowing existing holders to renew but prohibiting new licenses or transfers except after a public hearing and review by the board of trustees. Any new licenses require an amendment to increase the total number in a classification.

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existing liquor license holders for fiscal year 2004-05 shall be allowed to renew its license with the then applicable hours. No new licenses may be issued except after a public hearing conducted by the liquor commissioner. No licenses may be transferred or assigned. (b) No further licenses shall be issued except upon review by the board of trustees. If the board of trustees determines that it is the best interests of the village that a license be issued, upon

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Elgin · 6.06.150

Offenses by other than licensee

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This section prohibits various activities related to the consumption and possession of alcoholic liquor by individuals, including minors, intoxicated persons, and those with prior violations. It also outlines restrictions on consumption on licensed premises and public property, with exceptions for special event permits.

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Except as may be expressly permitted pursuant to a special event sponsored or cosponsored by the city and pursuant to a special event permit therefor issued by the city pursuant to chapter 13.25, or pursuant to a Class G liquor license issued by the city for the city-owned The Highlands of Elgin, Bowes Creek and Wing Park Golf Courses, it is unlawful to consume any alcoholic liquor in any park. In all events it is unlawful to consume...alcoholic liquor in any motor vehicle on any public street or public property in the city. C. It is unlawful for any person to consume any alcoholic liquor on any premises licensed under the provisions of this chapter unless such alcoholic liquor has been purchased from such license holder. D. It is unlawful for any person to consume any alcoholic liquor on any premises licensed under the provisions of this chapter during the hours when the sale of such alcoholic

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Oak Forest · 114.053

Major Special Events

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This section outlines the application process and requirements for obtaining a major special event permit in Oak Forest. It details information that must be provided, including event description, attendance estimates, fee collection, alcohol service, refuse and restroom provisions, entertainment details, and insurance.

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subject to additional conditions or restrictions deemed necessary and appropriate by the city. The major special event application shall consolidate applications for licenses and permits that may be needed for such event, except that applications for a liquor license shall be applied for separately as provided by this code. The requirements and fees for issuance of each such permit or license shall remain as otherwise provided for in the code. (1) The application shall be accurately and completely filled...fees; (c) a certificate of insurance and additional insured endorsements in a form and in amounts approved by the city, naming the city and its officers, agents, employees and representatives as additional insureds; (d) a copy of a temporary liquor license issued by the city’s Liquor Commissioner, if applicable; and (e) any other information or documentation deemed necessary or appropriate. All permits or licenses needed for the major special event, other than a liquor license if applicable, shall

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