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Brookfield · 6.97

Class 7A license

Summary

This section establishes a Class 7A liquor license for not-for-profit corporations, allowing on-premises consumption of alcoholic liquor. It outlines specific eligibility requirements and operational restrictions, including limitations on income derived from alcohol sales and designated consumption areas.

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Class 7A license authorizes the retail sale of all alcoholic liquor to be consumed on the premises of not-for-profit corporations incorporated under the charters of the state that provide for the cultural, educational, and/or recreational enrichment of the public, provided that primary function of the not-for-profit corporation is not related...serving of food or beverages and that no greater than 50 percent of the net income of the corporation is derived from the sale of alcoholic beverages. Further provided that the sale of such alcoholic liquors shall be at designated separately licensed sites upon the premises and that the alcoholic liquors shall be consumed on the licensed site only. (b) For holders of Class 7A licenses, the hours during which no liquor shall be sold shall be every day between

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Oak Lawn · 3.3.13

Building And Location Restrictions

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This section establishes restrictions on the location of liquor sales, prohibiting licenses within 175 feet of certain institutions like churches and schools, with specific exceptions. It also mandates a clear view into licensed premises from the street.

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where such church or school has been established within such one hundred and seventy-five feet (175') since the issuance of the original license. B. View From Street: In premises upon which the sale of alcoholic liquor for consumption upon the premises is licensed (other than as a restaurant, hotel or club) no screen, blind, curtain, partition, article or thing shall be permitted in the windows or upon the doors of such licensed premises nor inside such premises, which shall...enforce the provisions of this subsection, the president shall have the right to require the filing with him of plans, drawings and photographs showing the clearance of the view as above required. C. Change Of Location: A retail liquor dealer’s license shall permit the sale of alcoholic liquor only in the premises described in the application and license; provided, however, that a licensee, where no change in ownership is involved, may apply for a change of location

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Wilmington · 112.24

Suspension or revocation of license

Summary

This section outlines the grounds and procedures for suspending or revoking an alcoholic liquor retail dealer's license in Wilmington. Reasons include violations of chapter provisions, misrepresentations on applications, illegal sales, loss of state/federal licenses, and non-use of the license for 90 consecutive days.

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mayor as local liquor commissioner may suspend or revoke any retail dealer's license for any violation of any provisions of this chapter or for any misrepresentation of any material facts set forth in the application for license or for violation of any local, state, or federal law pertaining to the sale of alcoholic liquor. Revocation of or failure to obtain a state or federal license shall automatically revoke the city license issued pursuant to this chapter. (B) Nonuse...days to elapse without using the license for the retail sale of alcoholic liquor. There shall be no reduction or remittance of fee for involuntary revocation due to nonuse. (C) Any hearing to suspend or revoke a license before the Local Liquor Control Commissioner shall be transcribed by a court reporter. Any appeal of the decision of the Local Liquor Control Commissioner shall be based solely on the record from said hearing and not a de novo review

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Shorewood · 3.18.10

Licenses Prohibited

Summary

This ordinance prohibits the issuance of video gaming licenses for any premises that do not possess a Village liquor license. It specifically excludes licensed truck stops, gas stations, truck fueling centers, and locations that do not serve alcoholic liquor for on-site consumption under specific liquor license classes.

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Notwithstanding anything in the Video Gaming Act, no license shall be issued under this chapter for any premises which does not have a Village liquor license classification as set forth above. Licenses are specifically prohibited at "licensed truck stops" as defined by the Video Gaming Act. It is the specific intent of this chapter that licenses not be issued for businesses commonly known as gas stations, truck fueling centers, truck stops or at any other location which does not have...Class A, A-1, or B-3 Village liquor license which permits and where alcoholic liquor is actually drawn, poured, mixed or otherwise lawfully served for consumption on the licensed premises

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Libertyville · 4.44

General conditions on licenses

Summary

This section outlines general conditions for liquor licenses in Libertyville, requiring licensees to commence operations within 90 days, prohibiting cessation of operations for more than 15 days without approval, and mandating BASSET certification for all individuals serving alcoholic beverages.

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Class H and Class J licensees, shall open and commence the operation of a business, including the serving of liquor, under the terms of his or her license within ninety (90) days following the issuance of that license by the local liquor control commissioner. (b) No licensee, except Class H and Class J licensees, shall cease the operation of his or her business, including the serving of liquor, under the terms of his or her license for any period exceeding...serving alcoholic beverages for a liquor establishment must first obtain BASSET certification. Failure by a licensee, other than a Class H licensee, to comply with the requirements of this section shall be grounds for revocation of the license by the local liquor control commissioner. (e) Any applicant for a license under this chapter acknowledges and agrees that any license issued under this chapter, other than a Class H license, shall be subject to the conditions of this section

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Peotone · 113.023

Video Gaming

Summary

This section permits video gaming within Peotone, Illinois, as authorized by the state's Video Gaming Act. It outlines the requirements for establishments to obtain licenses from both the state and the village, specifying eligible establishment types and emphasizing the need for a valid liquor license.

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liquor may be drawn, poured, mixed or otherwise served for consumption on the premises, certain fraternal organizations, certain veterans establishments, and certain truck stop establishments. Each establishment that desires to operate a video gaming terminal must possess a valid liquor license issued by the Illinois Liquor Control Commission and the village, and are subject to any supplemental regulations for a particular liquor license category as set forth in Chapter 112 of this Code. (B) Definitions. For the purpose of this

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Rockdale · 26.231

License required; compliance; consumption in restaurants, dancehalls, etc

Summary

This section requires individuals to obtain a retail liquor dealer's license to sell alcoholic liquor in Rockdale and prohibits the consumption of alcoholic liquor on licensed or unlicensed premises, with specific mention of various public accommodation types.

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shall be unlawful for any person to sell or offer for sale at retail in the village any alcoholic liquor without having a retail liquor dealer's license, or in violation of the terms of such license. (b) It shall be unlawful for any person to allow the consumption of any alcoholic liquor on any licensed or unlicensed premises, including, but not limited to, businesses operating as a public accommodation that permit the consumption of alcoholic liquor on the business...premises and that are not licensed under 235 ILCS 5/1-1 et seq., the Liquor Control Act, restaurants, dining rooms, cabarets, nightclubs, dancehalls and places in which entertainment is provided or food served, other than that alcoholic liquor sold and dispensed by the licensee. (Code

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Oak Lawn · 3.3.1

Definitions

Summary

This section provides definitions for key terms used in the Oak Lawn Liquor Control chapter, including ALCOHOL, ALCOHOLIC LIQUOR, BEER, and CLUB. It clarifies what substances and entities fall under the scope of liquor control regulations and establishes specific criteria for a "CLUB" to be recognized for licensing purposes.

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members and where facilities are available for cooking, preparing and serving of meals and where a list of such members' names and addresses is filed with the Local Liquor Control Commissioner at the time of application for a liquor license and where such list is updated within ten (10) days after each new member is admitted to membership and where the affairs of the association are handled by a board of directors, executive committee or similar body chosen...sold. PATRON: Any customer, attendee or visitor of a licensed establishment who is not an employee of the establishment. PREMISES/LICENSED PREMISES: As used in this chapter, shall only refer to the building located at the address indicated on the liquor license, and shall not include any area at said address located outside of the building, such as, but not limited to, the parking area, except that an outdoor service area provided in conjunction with a Class N liquor license shall

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Palatine · 4.42

Required

Summary

This section prohibits the sale, service, delivery, or consumption of alcoholic liquor without a valid retail liquor dealer's license and outside the terms specified by the license. It allows for off-premises delivery for Class B or B-1 licenses under specific conditions outlined in the Illinois Liquor Control Act and an approved plan.

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shall be unlawful to sell or offer for sale at retail, in the village, any alcoholic liquor either without a valid retail liquor dealer's license, or other than as is specifically permitted in the terms of such a license. (b) It shall be unlawful to serve, deliver, or to permit the consumption of alcoholic liquor on any premises for which a retail liquor dealer's license is required, other than as is specifically permitted...terms of such a license. (c) No licensee under this Code shall sell or distribute alcoholic beverages outside the licensed premises. (d) Notwithstanding subsections (a) through (c) of this section, the holder of a Class B or B-1 liquor license shall be permitted to conduct off-premises delivery, as defined in the Illinois Liquor Control Act, subject to a plan approved by the commission that specifies, at a minimum, the point of sale age verification process and point

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Richton Park · 806.05

Persons Ineligible For License.

Summary

This section outlines a comprehensive list of disqualifications for obtaining a retail liquor dealer's license in Richton Park. Ineligibility is based on factors such as citizenship, criminal convictions, prior license revocations, and the qualifications of business partners or corporate officers.

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retail liquor dealer's license shall be issued to: (a) A person who is not a citizen of the United States; (b) A person who has been convicted of a felony under the laws of any state or under Federal law, if the Local Liquor Control Commissioner determines, after investigation, that such person has not been sufficiently rehabilitated to warrant the public trust; (c) A person who has been convicted of being the keeper of, or who is keeping...been convicted of a gambling offense under Federal or state law, or as prescribed by a statute replaced by any state or Federal gambling law; or (n) Any person who is not eligible for a State retail liquor dealer’s license. (Ord. 1228. Passed

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Wheaton · 6.83

Same—Class F licenses

Summary

This section outlines the application process and required information for obtaining a Class F license, which is intended for clubs and nonprofit organizations for special events. It specifies details about the applicant, key personnel involved in alcohol sales, anticipated event locations, and past licensing history.

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felony or a class A misdemeanor and are not disqualified to receive a license by reason of any matter or thing contained in the laws of Illinois or any other provision of this chapter. (10) Whether a previous liquor license by any state or subdivision thereof, or by the federal government, has been issued to the club or nonprofit organization, and if so, where and when, or if any license has been denied or revoked, stating the reasons therefor...limited liability company, a copy of its Certificate of Good Standing from the Secretary of State's Office must be submitted with the application. (17) For each special event allowed under a Class F license, a special event liquor license application shall be submitted to the city clerk for approval in accordance with section 6-87(6). (Code 1968, § 3-9.1; Code

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Downers Grove · Sec 8.9

Conditions Of Issuance; Construction Of Chapter And Article

Summary

This section establishes that all licenses issued under the code are subject to current and future provisions. It also outlines a hierarchy of rules, where specific chapter provisions override general article provisions in case of conflict, and general provisions apply when there is no conflict.

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provisions of this Article where they conflict, and where no such conflict arises, the general provisions of this Article shall apply for all licenses issued under this Chapter. The standards and provisions of this Chapter shall not apply for liquor licenses and cab companies/taxicab driver's licenses.* *See Chapter 3 of this Code for liquor licenses and Chapter 22 for cab company/taxicab driver's licenses

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River Grove · 5.45.2

Definitions

Summary

This section provides definitions for terms used within the Chapter, specifically defining 'ADJACENT PROPERTY' in relation to licensed establishments and outlining the requirements for an 'EXTERIOR SAFETY PLAN' aimed at ensuring neighborhood quality of life and patron safety.

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thirty (30) days and, upon request, shall be made available to members of the Police Department. The failure to submit an adequate exterior safety plan as required by this subsection shall be grounds to deny an application for a liquor license or renewal thereof. The failure to adequately implement, maintain or execute an adequate exterior safety plan shall be grounds for suspension or revocation of the liquor license. LICENSEE: Means any person holding a Business License under Chapter...Title 5 and/or a Retail Liquor License under Chapter 24 of Title 5, and includes the employees and agents of such licensee and any person having control over the day-to-day management of the licensed establishment

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Northlake · 3.3.5.6

Change In Personnel

Summary

This section mandates that any changes in partners, officers, directors, significant shareholders, or managers of a licensed establishment must be reported to the local liquor control commissioner within ten days. New personnel must meet eligibility standards, and licenses will terminate if ownership changes result in an ineligible individual holding an interest or office.

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under this chapter, shall be reported in writing to the local liquor control commissioner within ten (10) days of the change. All new personnel shall meet all the standards of this chapter and must otherwise qualify to hold a liquor license. All such changes in personnel shall be subject to review by the local liquor control commissioner within thirty (30) days of the change. B. When a license has been issued to a partnership and a change of ownership occurs...resulting in a partnership interest by one who is not eligible to hold a liquor license, said license shall terminate. C. When a license has been issued to a corporation and a change takes place in officers, directors, managers or shareholders of more than five percent (5%) of the stock, resulting in the holding of office or such shares of stock by one who is not eligible for a license, said license shall terminate. D. When a license has been

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Lake Zurich · 3.3E-1

Violation Determined By Commissioner

Summary

This section outlines the grounds and procedures for the Lake Zurich liquor control commissioner to suspend or revoke a liquor license. It also details the commissioner's authority to temporarily close licensed premises if continued operation threatens community welfare, pending a hearing.

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liquor control commissioner may suspend, for not more than thirty (30) days, or revoke any license if the liquor control commissioner determines that there has been: 1) any violation of any state law pertaining to the sale of alcoholic liquor; 2) any violation of any provision of this chapter; 3) any violation of any applicable rules or regulations established by the liquor control commissioner or the Illinois liquor control commission; or 4) a failure to pay any license cost...imposed on alcoholic liquor or the sale of alcoholic liquor. In addition to any suspension of a license, the local liquor commissioner may levy a fine and issue decisions as provided in subsection 3-3E-2C of this article. B. Notwithstanding the requirements of section 3-3E-2 of this article, if the liquor control commissioner has reason to believe that any continued operation of any particular licensed premises will threaten the welfare of the community, then the liquor control commissioner

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South Barrington · 3.2.8

Number Of Licenses; License Fees

Summary

This section establishes the number and classification of liquor licenses that can be issued by the Village of South Barrington, along with the associated annual fees for each license type. It also outlines a mechanism for automatically reducing the number of available licenses when one is revoked or surrendered.

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Sales 1 Class N; Banquet Facility 0 Class O; Theater 1 Class P; Salon/Barber Shop 1 Class Q; Farm Brewery/Brewpub 1 Class R; Sports Simulator 2 Class S; Shopping Center Special Use License 4 Special event license, as determined by the local liquor control commissioner Special use permit license, as determined by the local liquor control commissioner Extended hours supplemental license 0 B. Reduction In The Number Of Licenses: Whenever a license previously issued under this chapter, except a special

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Downers Grove · Sec 3.28

Employment Of Underaged Persons

Summary

This ordinance restricts the employment of individuals under 21 years of age in certain roles related to the handling and sale of alcoholic liquor on licensed premises. It allows for the employment of those 19 and older as servers in restaurants, recreational facilities, or hotels, but prohibits anyone under 21 from tending bar, pouring or mixing drinks, or verifying patron age.

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employ or permit any person under the age of twenty-one (21) years to attend bar or to draw, pour or mix any alcoholic liquor or to verify or determine the age of each patron for any alcoholic liquor in any licensed premises; provided, that the provisions of this section shall not be construed to prevent the employment of persons who are at least nineteen (19) years of age or older as waiters...waitresses in restaurants, recreational facilities or hotels for the purpose of serving food and alcoholic liquor in the licensed retail premises. It shall be unlawful for any licensee or any agent or employee of any licensee holding a liquor license authorizing the sale of alcoholic liquor not for consumption on the premises to permit any employee under the age of twenty-one (21) years or any customer of any age to register, by mechanical or electronic means, the sale

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Richton Park · 806.32

Training For The Intervention Procedures By Servers Of Alcohol Program.

Summary

Richton Park requires training for individuals who sell or serve alcohol to reduce alcohol-related deaths and injuries. This training, often a BASSET or TIPS program, must be completed by new and renewing license holders, and the establishment must maintain proof of completion for inspection.

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Beverage Alcohol Sellers and Servers Education and Training” (BASSET) program for persons who sell or serve alcoholic beverages pursuant to such licenses. The Liquor Commissioner reserves the right to require other training or additional training for temporary liquor license holders. (c) A State certified TIPS training program shall be defined as a program developed by the Health Education Foundation, Inc., Washington D.C. Successful completion of TIPS shall be defined as participating in a full training course and successful completion...employee, manager or agent requiring TIPS training shall, within ninety days from the beginning of his or her employment with a licensee, complete a TIPS program. If the Liquor Commissioner requires TIPS training for temporary liquor license holders, any person who sells or serves alcoholic beverages pursuant to such license shall show proof of completion of the TIPS program or alternative training as approved by the Liquor Commissioner. (e) A photocopy of a current certificate required by this section shall

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Peotone · 112.49

Age Of Bartenders, Servers And Sellers

Summary

This section prohibits individuals under 21 from tending bar or mixing alcohol for on-premises consumption, and prohibits those under 18 from serving or selling alcohol for on or off-premises consumption. It also prevents licensees from employing minors in these roles.

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person under the age of 21 years of age to attend bar or draw, pour or mix alcoholic liquor on any licensed premises for consumption on the premises, and shall be unlawful for any licensee holding a local liquor license authorizing the sale of alcoholic liquor or any officer, associate, member, representative, agent, or employee of such licensee, to engage, employ, or permit any person under the age of 21 years to be employed to attend...draw, pour or mix any alcoholic liquor on any licensed premises for consumption on the premises. (B) It shall be unlawful for any person under the age of 18 years of age to act as cocktail servers and deliver alcoholic beverages from the bar to patrons seated at booths or tables in the licensed premises for consumption on the premises. (C) It shall be unlawful for any person under the age of 18 years of age to sell packaged alcoholic

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Coal City · 112.23

License renewal; ceasing operations

Summary

This section outlines the process and conditions for license renewal in Coal City, including requirements for continued qualification, submission deadlines, and the consequences of ceasing operations without approval. It also specifies that the opportunity for renewal is not a vested right and the President and Board of Trustees can limit the number of licenses.

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shall cease the operation of the licensed premises, including the serving of liquor, under the terms of his or her license for any period exceeding 30 days without first obtaining written approval from the Liquor Control Commissioner, then the liquor license for that business shall be null and void. The Liquor Control Commissioner may grant approval for a longer period of time only following submission of evidence of good cause for the cessation of operations. The Liquor Control Commissioner

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Chicago Ridge · 6.27

Required

Summary

This section prohibits the retail sale or offering for sale of alcoholic liquor in Chicago Ridge without a valid retail liquor dealer's license. It also makes it unlawful for unlicensed individuals to deliver or serve alcohol in public accommodations and prohibits BYOB services in such establishments.

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person shall sell or offer for sale at retail in the village any alcoholic liquor without having a retail liquor dealer's liquor license, or in violation of the terms of such license. It shall be unlawful for any person not possessing such a license to deliver or serve alcoholic liquor or to allow the delivery or service of alcoholic liquor in any place of public accommodation. BYOB (bring your own bottle) services in a place of public accommodation absent

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Carol Stream · 11.2.15

Change In Personnel

Summary

This section requires alcoholic liquor license holders in Carol Stream to report changes in ownership or key personnel to the Liquor Control Commissioner within ten days. New personnel must meet eligibility standards, and all changes are subject to a review and investigation with a non-refundable fee.

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establishments licensed under this article, shall be reported in writing to the Liquor Control Commissioner within ten days of the change. All new personnel shall meet all the standards of this article and must otherwise qualify to hold a liquor license. All such changes in personnel shall be subject to review by the Liquor Control Commissioner. In each case, a new investigation shall be completed, with the licensee paying an investigation charge of $375. Such investigation charge is non-refundable...When a license has been issued to a partnership and a change of ownership occurs resulting in a partnership interest by one who is not eligible to hold a liquor license, such license shall terminate. (C) When a license has been issued to a corporation and a change takes place in officers, directors, managers or shareholders of more than 5% of the stock, resulting in the holding of office or such shares of stock by one who is not eligible

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Hainesville · 5.08.200

Changes in personnel

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This section mandates that any changes in ownership, officers, directors, or major shareholders of establishments licensed for alcoholic beverages must be reported to the liquor control commissioner within ten days. New personnel must meet all eligibility standards, and all changes are subject to review and investigation, with a nonrefundable fee charged to the licensee.

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licensed under this chapter, shall be reported in writing to the liquor control commissioner within ten (10) days of the change. All new personnel shall meet all the standards of this chapter and must otherwise qualify to hold a liquor license. All such changes in personnel shall be subject to review by the liquor control commissioner. In each case, a new investigation shall be completed, with the licensee paying an investigation charge of three hundred seventy-five dollars ($375.00). Such...investigation charge is nonrefundable. B. When a license has been issued to a partnership and a change of ownership occurs resulting in a partnership interest by one who is not eligible to hold a liquor license, such license shall terminate. C. When a license has been issued to a corporation and a change takes place in officers, directors, managers or shareholders of more than five percent of the stock, resulting in the holding of office or such shares of stock

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Rockdale · 10.13

Persons authorized to be on licensed premises during nonbusiness hours

Summary

This ordinance restricts access to licensed liquor establishments during non-business hours, allowing only on-duty employees, owners, or licensees. It also mandates reporting authorized personnel to the liquor control commissioner and explicitly permits peace officers entry during these hours.

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person, except employees actually on duty at the time, owners or licensees, shall be permitted to enter or remain in a licensed retail liquor establishment, including all those with classifications of taverns and clubs, between the hour of closing and the hour of opening as established in section 10-12. The owners and operators of any licensed premises shall furnish the local liquor control commissioner with a current list of duly authorized personnel to be on the premises after...there are any changes in said duly authorized personnel, said changes shall be made known to the liquor control commissioner immediately, in writing. (b) No owner, licensee, manager, bartender, waiter, waitress or other employee or agent of a licensed retail liquor establishment may use section 10-12 or subsection (a) of this section to deny or bar the admission of any peace officer between the hour of closing and the hour of opening, when the peace officer is otherwise duly

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Elmhurst · 5.27

Private use of sidewalks

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This section of the Elmhurst municipal ordinance prohibits the private use of sidewalks, with specific allowances for building entrances and stairs not exceeding defined dimensions. It also establishes a permit requirement and insurance standards for operating sidewalk cafes.

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decision to revoke a permit may be appealed to the Mayor, whose decision shall be final, provided that the revocation by the City Manager shall remain in effect until such time as the Mayor shall reverse same. (5) Licensed Liquor Establishments. Holders of liquor licenses issued by the City, in addition to the requirements herein set forth, shall be required to obtain the approval of the Liquor Control Commissioner prior to the issuance of a sidewalk cafe permit, as required

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