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South Chicago Heights · 6.28

Renewal of license

Summary

This section outlines the process for renewing a retail liquor dealer's license, requiring the licensee to remain qualified and the premises to be suitable. It clarifies that license renewal is not a vested right and can be restricted by the village president and board of trustees.

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holder of any retail liquor dealer's license issued under this article may renew such license at the expiration thereof; provided, that he is then qualified to receive a license and the premises for which such renewal license is sought is suitable for the purpose; provided further, that the renewal privilege herein provided for shall not be construed as a vested right which shall in any case prevent the village president and board of trustees from decreasing the number

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Barrington · 3.3.3

Persons ineligible for license

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This section outlines various criteria that make individuals and business entities ineligible for a liquor license in Barrington. These include non-residency, poor character, non-citizenship, felony convictions, and previous license revocations.

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issued. O. Any law enforcing public official, including the village president or any member of the village board of trustees; and no such official shall be interested directly in the manufacture, sale, or distribution of alcoholic liquor, except that a license may be granted to any member of the village board of trustees in relation to premises that are located within the village subject to the jurisdiction of that official if: 1) the sale of alcoholic liquor pursuant...license is approved by the state commission; 3) the issuance of the license is in accordance with all applicable village ordinances in effect where the premises are located; and 4) the official granted a license does not vote on alcoholic liquor issues pending before the board of trustees. P. A person who has been convicted of a gambling offense as proscribed by any of subsections (a)(3) through (a)(11) of section 28-1 of, or as proscribed by section

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Grayslake · 5.08.120

Persons and locations not entitled to license

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This section outlines specific criteria that disqualify individuals and entities from obtaining a license in Grayslake. It enumerates various reasons, including character concerns, citizenship status, criminal convictions, past license revocations, and certain business ownership or operational structures.

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keeping a house of ill fame; 5. A person who has been convicted of pandering or other misdemeanor crimes opposed to decency and morality; 6. A person whose license under this chapter has been revoked for cause or whose liquor license issued under state law or other municipal ordinance was revoked for cause; 7. A person who, at the time of application for renewal, of any license issued under this chapter, would not be eligible for such license upon...issued; 13. Any law-enforcing public official, village president, or any member of the village board of trustees or employee of the village; 14. Any person, association, or corporation not eligible for a state retail liquor dealer license; 15. A person who has been convicted of a gambling offense as prescribed by the laws of the state; 16. A person to whom a federal gaming device stamp or a federal wagering stamp has been issued by the federal government

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River Forest · 8.5.25

Prohibited Activities On Licensed Premises

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This section prohibits specific activities on licensed premises selling alcoholic liquor, including gambling, offering discounts to village officials, using alcohol without liquid machines, selling certain alcopops without proper labeling, and engaging in happy hour promotions like unlimited drinks for a fixed price or serving multiple drinks at once.

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Gambling: It shall be unlawful to permit any gambling on any premises licensed to sell alcoholic liquor. B. Discount, Promotion, Gift: It shall be a violation of this chapter for any licensee, officer, employee, agent or representative of any licensee to knowingly offer any discount, promotion, gift, service or other product to any employee or elected official of the village. This section shall not include any promotion, discount, gift, service or product provided without discrimination to the general public...subject only to the conditions and limitations established by law and applicable alike to all citizens. H. Sealing And Removal Of Open Wine Bottles From A Restaurant: Notwithstanding any other provision of this chapter, a restaurant with a local liquor license may permit a patron to remove one unsealed and partially consumed bottle of wine for off premises consumption provided that the patron has purchased a meal and consumed a portion of the bottle of wine with the meal

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Brookfield · 6.228

Issuance of license

Summary

This section outlines the conditions the liquor commissioner must meet before issuing a video gaming license. These conditions include the completion and approval of a state gaming board background investigation, a determination of applicant suitability by the state gaming board, and the submission of a complete application with the required fee.

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liquor commissioner may only issue a license after the state gaming board background investigation is complete, the state gaming board determines the applicant is suitable for licensure and the applicant has filed a completed application and paid the required application

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Frankfort · 113.36

Hours Of Sales

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This section prohibits the sale of alcoholic liquor between 1:00 a.m. and 6:00 a.m. It also grants the Local Liquor Control Commissioner the authority to further restrict these hours if deemed necessary for public welfare and safety.

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paragraph q, Hours of Operation.) (A) No licensee shall keep open or allow his or her place of business to remain open or sell or offer for sale at retail, or offer to give away on any licensed premises, any alcoholic liquor in the village between the hours of 1:00 a.m. and 6:00 a.m. The sale of alcoholic liquors shall cease immediately at the aforesaid hour of 1:00 a.m. (B) The Local Liquor Control Commissioner...discretion, further reasonably restrict the above general hours during which any licensee may keep open or allow his or her place of business to remain open, or sell, offer for sale or give away any alcoholic liquor on any licensed premises when, in the Local Liquor Control Commissioner's judgment, a further restriction would be in the best interest of the public and the village and in furtherance of the general welfare and safety thereof. Any license so further restricted

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Antioch · 4.2E-3

Violation Determined By Court

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This section outlines the Antioch Liquor Control Commissioner's discretion to revoke a liquor license upon a licensee's or their employee's conviction of certain state or local liquor laws, with provisions for a subsequent hearing.

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sale of alcoholic liquor, or of any provision of this chapter, or of any applicable rules or regulations established by the Antioch liquor control commissioner or the Illinois liquor control commission, or of any law or regulation pertaining to liquor license fees or taxes, then the license of said licensee may in the discretion of the Antioch liquor control commissioner be immediately revoked. Such revocation need not be preceded by notice or a hearing for such licensee. Such licensee shall...ordinance or provision as provided in subsection A of this section while engaged in the course of his or her employment or while on the premises described in said license, said license may be immediately revoked in the discretion of the Antioch liquor control commissioner, subject to a subsequent hearing as provided in subsection A of this section

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Hodgkins · 4.2.5

Classification Of Licenses

Summary

This section classifies licenses for the sale of alcoholic beverages in Hodgkins, defining different types of licenses based on sales location, product type, and ancillary activities like microbrewing and video gaming.

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twenty-one (21) may be admitted to the area. Beer and/or wine shall not be sold after twelve o'clock (12:00) A.M. for retail sales and consumption on premises. F. Class E-Special Event Licenses: The Local Liquor Control Commissioner may, at his or her discretion, issue a special event license for events including, but not limited to, picnics, conventions, celebrations, holiday festivals, club meetings and other assemblies. Such event shall last no more than one (1) week...transfer of such license shall be permitted. The Liquor Commissioner shall promulgate rules regarding the particulars of the license including, but not limited to, name of the individual or organization where the event is to be held and the day or days the event is to take place. (2016 Code

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Elgin · 6.08.070

Licenses not transferrable

Summary

This section prohibits the transfer of video gaming licenses to another person, entity, or location. It also outlines specific ownership change reporting requirements and conditions under which a license will terminate.

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managers of a limited liability company or persons holding directly or beneficially more than five (5) percent of the stock or ownership interest in a partnership or limited liability company holding a license under this chapter shall be reported in writing to the local liquor control commission within ten (10) days of the change. All such persons shall meet the standards of this chapter and must otherwise qualify to hold a license issued pursuant to this chapter. When a license...partnership or limited liability company and a change of ownership occurs resulting in a partnership interest, or a membership interest in the case of a limited liability company, by one who is not eligible to hold their liquor license, said license shall terminate. When a license has been issued to a corporation and a change takes place in the officers, directors, managers or shareholders of more than five (5) percent of the stock, which changes the results in the holding

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Harwood Heights · 4.12.040

Restrictions

Summary

This section outlines the criteria and restrictions for obtaining an alcoholic beverage license in Harwood Heights. It specifies disqualifications based on residency, character, citizenship, criminal convictions, past license revocations, and corporate structure.

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member of the board of trustees, and no such official shall be interested in any way, either directly or indirectly, in the manufacture, sale, or distribution of alcoholic liquor; P. Any person not eligible for a state retail liquor dealer's license; Q. Any person for the sale of alcoholic liquor at any store or other place of business where the majority of customers are minors of school age, or where the principal business transaction consists of school books, school...structure which is used only by the licensee, his or her family and personal guests; S. A person who is not a beneficial owner of the business to be operated by the licensee; T. An applicant for an original liquor license or renewal thereof who fails to first furnish to the local liquor control commissioner a certificate of dramshop insurance fulfilling the requisites set forth in Section 4.12.025 of the Village Code. (Prior code

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Summit · 5.2.21

Display Of License

Summary

This section requires all liquor licensees to prominently display their license in the area where intoxicating liquors are sold or distributed immediately upon receipt. The license must be removed upon its expiration.

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liquor licensee shall immediately, upon the receipt of said license, display the same in a conspicuous place upon some part of the wall or room in which said intoxicating liquors are sold or distributed. At the expiration of said license, it shall be immediately taken down from the place where it was posted

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Willowbrook · 3.12.11

Transfer Of License; Changes In Licensee

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This section outlines the non-transferable nature of liquor licenses, emphasizing they are personal privileges. It details procedures for reporting changes in licensee ownership or control and specifies that such changes can lead to license termination if the new individuals are ineligible.

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Changes In Licensee: 1. Any changes in partnership, officers, directors, or persons holding directly or beneficially more than five percent (5%) of the stock or ownership interest, or managers of the establishments licensed under this chapter, shall be reported in writing to the Local Liquor...Control Commissioner within ten (10) days of the change. 2. When a license has been issued for 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. 3. 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

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Richton Park · 806.34

Installation And Operation Of Interior And Exterior Security Cameras.

Summary

This section mandates that all liquor licensees in Richton Park must install and operate security cameras covering interior public areas and entrances/exits. Camera locations require police approval, and recordings must be preserved for 30 days and made available to the police within 72 hours of request.

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General. All liquor licensees shall equip their licensed premises with security cameras covering (i) interior areas of the premises open to the public and (ii) the entrances and exits to said premises. (b) Location. The location of the security cameras shall be subject to the prior approval of the Chief of Police or his or her designee. (c) Operation; Preservation; Availability to Police Department. The cameras shall be operational during all hours when the licensee's business is open...licensee shall make designated footage available to the Police Department within 72 hours of request. (d) Existing Licensees. All existing liquor licensees shall come into compliance on or before May 1, 2024, in conjunction with the renewal of their liquor licenses. (e) New Licensees. All new liquor licensees shall come into compliance with the requirements of this section as a condition of the issuance of a certificate of occupancy for the licensed premises. (Ord. 1824. Passed

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Worth · 3.6.16

Revocation Or Suspension Of License; Fines

Summary

This section outlines the procedures and grounds for the revocation, suspension, or fining of liquor licenses in Worth. It details requirements for public hearings, notice periods, and the commissioner's authority to issue immediate closure orders in cases of immediate community threat.

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local liquor control commissioner may revoke or suspend any license if he determines that the licensee has violated any provisions of the liquor control act of 1934, any ordinance or resolution of the village, any applicable rule or regulation established by the local liquor control commissioner, or any rule or regulation of the state commission. B. No license shall be revoked or suspended and no licensee shall be fined except after a public hearing by the local liquor control commissioner...local liquor control commissioner shall state the reason or reasons for such determination in a written order which shall be served within five (5) days upon the licensee. D. If the local liquor control commissioner has reason to believe that any continued operation of a particular licensed premises will immediately threaten the welfare of the community he may, upon the issuance of a written order stating the reason for such conclusion and without notice or hearing order the licensed premises

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Plainfield · 4.522

Video gaming license required

Summary

This section mandates that any person installing, operating, or permitting video gaming terminals within Plainfield must first obtain a valid video gaming license issued by the Village. It also outlines the eligibility requirements for obtaining and retaining such a license.

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video gaming license, unless the following requirements are met and maintained: (1) The applicant holds the appropriate state certificate or license permitting video gaming and is in good standing with same; (2) The applicant holds the appropriate valid liquor license issued by the State and a valid local liquor license issued by the Village, and is in good standing with same; (3) The applicant is not in arrears in any tax, fee or bill due to the Village

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Woodstock · 3.3.19

General Provisions

Summary

This section outlines general provisions for liquor licenses in Woodstock. It requires licenses to be displayed, outlines conditions for revocation due to abandonment, and mandates licensee record-keeping and invoice retention.

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Display Of Liquor License: The city certificate of license issued in conformity with the provisions of this act shall be displayed at all times in a prominent place in the said licensed establishment. B. Abandonment: If the licensee to which a license has been issued discontinues operations at the premises described in the application and license for ninety (90) consecutive days, or whenever there is evidence of a clear intent of the licensee to abandon the premises, said license shall...Illinois liquor control commission or the Commissioner. Such books and records need not be maintained on the licensed premises, but must be maintained in the state. However, all original invoices covering purchases of alcoholic liquor must be retained on the licensed premises for a period of ninety (90) days after such purchase

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Calumet City · 6.96

Display of license

Summary

Retail alcoholic liquor licensees in Calumet City must prominently display their issued license in a framed manner on their licensed premises.

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Every retail alcoholic liquor licensee shall cause his license issued pursuant to this chapter to be framed and hung in plain view in a conspicuous place on the licensed premises. (Code

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Lansing · 8.59

Disqualified persons

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This section outlines individuals and entities disqualified from obtaining a village retail liquor license in Lansing. Disqualifications include non-residency for sole proprietors, lack of good character, felony convictions (with exceptions), specific prostitution-related convictions, prior license revocations, and ineligibility for renewal. It also addresses disqualifications for partnerships and corporations/LLCs based on their members/shareholders' eligibility.

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village retail liquor license shall be issued by the local liquor control commissioner to the following applicants: (1) A sole proprietor who is not a village resident in which the premises covered by the license are located; (2) A person who is not of good character and reputation in the community in which they reside; (3) Reserved. (4) A person who has been convicted of a felony under any federal or state law, unless the commissioner determines that such person...majority of customers are minors of school age or where the principal business transacted consists of school books, school supplies, food, lunches or drinks for such minors. (24) A person or entity not eligible for a state retailer's liquor license. (25) Any person or entity that has filed an application that contains a false, fraudulent or misleading statement or incomplete information. (26) Any person or entity that has filed an application that contains any false or fraudulently obtained signature

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Bloomingdale · 4.2.4

License Required; Exemptions

Summary

This section establishes that a license is required to engage in most activities involving alcoholic liquor for beverage purposes. It outlines several exemptions, including personal possession and consumption, home production of wine or cider, use by physicians and dentists for medical treatment, use by drugstores for prescriptions, and possession and dispensing by churches for religious ceremonies.

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shall be unlawful for any person, firm or corporation to manufacture, bottle, blend, sell, barter, transport, deliver, furnish, or give away any alcoholic liquor for beverage purposes without first having been issued a license for such purpose by the Local Liquor Control Commissioner; provided, however, nothing herein contained shall prevent the possession and transportation of alcoholic liquor for the personal use of the possessor, his family and guests, nor prevent the making of wine, cider or other alcoholic liquor...shall prevent any duly licensed practicing physician or dentist from possessing or using alcoholic liquor for the treatment of bona fide patients of a hospital or other institution; and provided further, that any drugstore employing a licensed pharmacist may possess and use alcoholic liquors in the concoction of prescriptions of duly licensed physicians; and provided further, that the possession and dispension of wine by an authorized representative of any church for the purpose of conducting any bona fide rite

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Deerfield · 3.9

Fees:

Summary

This section outlines that annual liquor license fees are established by a separate annual fee resolution. It also specifies that fees for most liquor licenses, excluding Classes X and Y, will be prorated on a semiannual basis for licenses issued after July 1.

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annual license fees for the various classes of liquor licenses shall be as set forth in the annual fee resolution adopted by the Corporate Authorities. (Ord. 0-12-36, 10-1-2012) Fees for all liquor licenses, except Classes X and Y , which are issued on or after July 1, shall be prorated on a semiannual basis

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Deerfield · 3.9

Fees:

Summary

This section outlines that annual liquor license fees are established by a separate annual fee resolution. It also specifies that fees for most liquor licenses, excluding Classes X and Y, will be prorated on a semiannual basis for licenses issued after July 1.

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annual license fees for the various classes of liquor licenses shall be as set forth in the annual fee resolution adopted by the Corporate Authorities. (Ord. 0-12-36, 10-1-2012) Fees for all liquor licenses, except Classes X and Y , which are issued on or after July 1, shall be prorated on a semiannual basis

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North Aurora · 1.01.060

Ordinances passed prior to adoption of the code

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This section lists specific ordinances passed by the Village of North Aurora between June 12, 2000, and the adoption of the current code, officially incorporating them into the municipal code. It includes ordinances related to traffic control, boundary agreements, development agreements, special service areas, business registration, subdivision control, property purchases, traffic rules, and tax levies.

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Ordinance No. 90-11 Being The North Aurora Zoning Ordinance By Adding The Estate Districts Zoning Classification 01-03-12-01 Ordinance Amending Section 35 of Ordinance No. 00-06-12-04 by Reducing the Number of Class "B" Liquor Licenses 01-03-12-02 Ordinance Regulating Parking Across from Schneider Elementary School 01-03-12-03 Water Conservation Ordinance 01-03-12-04 Ordinance Regarding Licensing of Tattoo & Body Piercing Establishments and Operators 01-03-12-05 Ordinance...Unit Development for Randall Road Commercial Center (Recorded 5/31/01 as an Exhibit of 01-04-09-03) 01-04-23-01 Ordinance Amending Section 35 of Ordinance No. 00-06-12-04 by increasing the Number of Class "C" Liquor Licenses 01-05-14-01 Ordinance Licensing and Regulating Solicitors in the Village of North Aurora 01-05-14-02 Ordinance Adopting the Kane County Stormwater Management Ordinance by Reference and Repealing Ordinance

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Lombard · 112.20

Transfer

Summary

This section outlines the transferability and duration of liquor licenses in Lombard. Licenses are personal, non-transferable privileges that expire six months after issuance or upon the death, bankruptcy, or insolvency of the licensee, with provisions for executors or administrators to continue the business under court order.

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ineligible under the provisions of § 112.11 of this Chapter and so advises the licensee in writing. Any change in ownership without complying with the terms hereof shall constitute grounds for a fine and/or the suspension or revocation of the liquor license issued to such partnership, limited liability company or corporation. (F) When the licensee is a partnership, limited liability company or corporation whose stock is not publicly traded on a recognized stock exchange, no change in ownership from that shown...ownership interest of the withdrawing partner(s), members) or shareholder(s) will be reallocated. Any such change in ownership made without complying with the terms hereof shall constitute grounds for a fine and/or the suspension or revocation of the liquor license issued to such partnership, limited liability company or corporation. ('70 Code, § 5.28.140) (Ord. 2545, passed 7-8-82; Ord. 6152, passed 3/6/08

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Park City · 5.24.020

Cooperation agreement

Summary

This section requires liquor license applicants to cooperate with the local liquor commissioner by providing information about their character, criminal background, and business records.

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applicant by submitting the application for the purpose of receiving a local liquor license agrees to cooperate with the local liquor commissioner or his designated representative by providing information concerning the applicant's character and reputation, prior criminal background and the books and records of the business seeking the issuance of the local liquor license. (Ord. 1983-0-5 § 1 (part

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University Park · 808.20

Sale or consumption of alcoholic beverages on Village property prohibited

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This section prohibits the sale or consumption of alcoholic beverages on Village-owned property, with exceptions for specially sanctioned Village-sponsored events and established food-serving facilities at the Urban Hills Golf Course restaurant and banquet facility.

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except when the event is sponsored by a division of Village government (such as Fire and Police, Park and Recreation, or the Village Manager's Office) any such group sponsoring such event has first obtained a Class I (special) liquor license pursuant to this chapter. (c) Alcoholic liquor may be sold and consumed on the premises of the Village's Urban Hills Golf Course restaurant and banquet facility in connection with the operation of established food serving facilities during times...liquor may be sold and consumed on the premises of the Towncenter in accordance with the provisions of Subsection (b) of this Section 808-20 and also in accordance with the issuance and restrictions of a Class G Alcohol Liquor License. (Ord. 877. Passed 9-24-91; Ord. No. 1208. Passed 5-25-99; Ord. 1423. Passed 11-25-03; Ord. 2010-39. Passed

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