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Carol Stream · 5.14.11

Suspension Or Revocation Of Licenses For Failure To Comply

Summary

This section allows the Liquor Control Commissioner to revoke or suspend a liquor license if the owner violates any provisions of the article. It clarifies that license suspension or revocation does not waive civil liability for tax payments or release the owner from prosecution, and mandates adherence to specific procedural requirements outlined in another section of the code.

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Liquor Control Commissioner may, in accordance with law, revoke or suspend any license issued by him or her if he or she determines that the owner of a licensed establishment has violated any of the provisions of this article...suspension or revocation hereunder shall release or discharge said person from his or her civil liability for the payment or collection and remittance of the tax, nor from prosecution for such offense. Any suspension or revocation of a liquor license shall follow the procedures set forth in, and otherwise comply with, the provisions of Chapter 11, Article 1 of this code. (Ord. 2019-04-11, passed

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Mettawa · Section 18.301. License Required.

Summary

This section requires any entity offering alcoholic liquor for sale within Mettawa's corporate limits to obtain a local liquor license for each distinct retail location. It also prohibits licensees from selling liquor in a manner not authorized by the chapter or their license, with specific exceptions for hotel room service and designated hotel areas.

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shall be unlawful within the corporate limits of the Village to offer for sale any alcoholic liquor without first having obtained a local liquor license for each location, place or premises where the retailer is located to sell the same. B. It shall be unlawful for any licensee to sell or offer for sale in the Village, any alcoholic liquor except in the manner authorized by and in compliance with this Chapter and the terms and restrictions of a license...accordance with this Chapter. C. Where two (2) or more places are at the same location but separated by any area of the location open to the general public but not under the retailer's control, a separate local liquor license must be held by the retailer for each such place or premises; provided, that nothing herein contained shall be so construed as to prevent any hotel operator holding an H License under the provisions of this Chapter from providing

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Aurora · Sec 6-

24 Possession And Consumption Of Alcoholic Liquor In Public Place

Summary

This section prohibits the possession and consumption of alcoholic liquor in public places within Aurora, with exceptions for licensed premises and approved public assemblies. It also includes regulations on selling non-alcoholic mixers and specific restrictions for pool halls and arcades.

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person shall consume any alcoholic liquor in any public location or place, including, without limitations, retail store locations, within the city except on the premises licensed for the retail sale and consumption of alcoholic liquors except as hereinafter provided. For purposes of this section, the prohibition applies to all possession or consumption of alcohol, regardless of whether the alcohol consumed was sold on premises or was provided by someone other than the owner or lessee of the premises. This section...waste receptacles shall be provided for the resulting refuse. No person shall sell at retail for consumption on the premises any nonalcoholic beverage or ice knowing the same to be intended to be mixed with any alcoholic liquor, except upon the premises licensed for retail sale of alcoholic liquor for consumption on the premises. No person shall sell, consume, or possess any alcoholic liquor in any place that is operating as a pool hall or arcade unless such premises

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Brookfield · 6.62

Use of premises after revocation

Summary

This section prohibits the issuance of a new local liquor license for a premises where a previous license was revoked for cause, for a period of one year. Exceptions apply if the revocation order is vacated or if the revocation only applied to the licensee, not the premises.

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When any local liquor license shall have been revoked for cause, no local liquor license shall be granted to any person or entity for the period of one year thereafter for the conduct of the sale of alcoholic liquor in the premises described in the order of revocation unless the local liquor control commissioner vacates the revocation order or unless the revocation order was entered as to the licensee only

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Wood Dale · 5.306

License Fees

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Fees for alcoholic liquor licenses shall be as specified in the master fee schedule

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Sauk Village · 6.35

Fees for licenses

Summary

This section of the Sauk Village municipal ordinance outlines the specific fees for various classes of alcoholic liquor licenses. The fees are structured differently, with some assessed semi-annually and one annually.

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fees for alcoholic liquor licenses shall be as follows: Class A-2: $900.00 semi-annually; Class A-3: $1,000.00 semi-annually; Class B: $700.00 semi-annually; Class B-1: $700.00 semi-annually; Class C: $0.50 per member semi-annually; Class R-1: $600.00 semi-annually; Class R-2: $500.00 semi-annually; Class R-3: $500.00 semi-annually; Class O: $500.00 annually

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Geneva · 4.2.4

LICENSE REQUIRED—TERM

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Each local liquor license issued under this chapter shall terminate on April 30 following the date of issuance

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North Chicago · 5.30A-1

RULES AND DEFINITION

Summary

This section defines a Banquet Facility and outlines the regulations for serving alcohol at such events. It specifies that banquet events are intended for invited guests, not the general public, and cannot function as nightclubs or require cover charges for entertainment.

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Banquet Facility is a business which makes available a hall for banquets such as weddings, anniversaries, birthday celebrations, fraternal organization events, retirement parties and the like. A banquet facility operator may hold either a Class BF liquor license or hire a holder of a Class C liquor license issued to catering businesses to sell or provide alcohol in connection with a banquet event. A banquet event is not intended to be a night club or a facility at which

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Waukegan · 3.95

Push tax

Summary

This section imposes a one-cent "push tax" per play on video gaming terminals within Waukegan, effective July 1, 2020. Terminal operators and licensed establishments are responsible for collecting this tax, which is in addition to other existing taxes, and remitting it to the city.

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information to the city. iii. Suspension or revocation of license. The mayor and local liquor commissioner, or their deputy local liquor commissioner, shall have the power to suspend for not more than 30 days or revoke any liquor or video gaming licenses, including terminal operator licenses, issued under the provisions of this chapter for cause, if, after hearing, they determine that a terminal operator or licensed establishment shall have violated any of the provisions of this chapter

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Brookfield · 6.93

Class 4 license

Summary

This section outlines the requirements for obtaining a Class 4 license, which allows incorporated clubs with at least two years of national or state charter history to sell alcoholic liquors for on-premises consumption to members and their guests. It also specifies the restricted hours for liquor sales.

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Class 4 license authorizes the sale of all alcoholic liquors by incorporated clubs which have held a national or state charter of incorporation for a period of at least two full years prior to making...application for such license, and provided that the sale of liquor shall be made to duly authorized members and their guests and such liquor shall be consumed on-premises. (b) For holders of Class 4 licenses, the hours during which no liquor shall be sold shall be every day between 2:00 a.m. and 7:00 a.m., except Sunday which shall be between 2:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. (Code

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Ford Heights · 4.32

Conditions of renewal

Summary

This section outlines the conditions for renewing a license, emphasizing that renewal is not a guaranteed right and depends on continued qualification and premises suitability. It also clarifies that licenses are personal privileges, non-transferable, and cease upon the licensee's death, with specific provisions for estates.

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testate or intestate devolution, but shall cease upon the death of the licensee. The executors and administrators of the estate of any deceased license holder, and the trustee of any insolvent or bankrupt license holder, when the estate consists in part of alcoholic liquor, may, under order of the appropriate court, exercise the privileges of the deceased, insolvent, or bankrupt license holder...after such death, insolvency, or bankruptcy and until the expiration of the certificate, but not longer than six months from the date of the death, bankruptcy, or insolvency of the license holder. (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 certificate, and not outside of the building therein described. Any application for a change of location must comply and must be accompanied

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Glen Ellyn · 3.19.13

License fees

Summary

This section outlines the initial application fees and annual license fees for various classes of liquor licenses in Glen Ellyn. It details the fee structure for original license issuance and renewals, including provisions for denied applications.

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Class L $200.00 Class M-1 $500.00 Class M-2 $750.00 Class N $500.00 Class O $5,750.00 Class P $1,500.00 Class Q $50.00 (B) At the time application is made to the Local Liquor Control Commissioner for original issuance of a license of any class, the applicant shall pay to the Village the fee hereinabove provided for the class of license for which the application is filed, in addition to the $500.00 application fee. In the event...shall not be required to pay a new annual fee in the first year. (C) In the event the applicant ceases engaging in the business of the retail sale of alcoholic liquors pursuant to a retail liquor dealer's license issued pursuant to this chapter within 30 days of the issuance of such license, then eleven-twelfths of the license fee in excess of a processing charge of $500.00 shall be refunded to the holder of the license upon surrender

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Broadview · 3.1.2

Application For License Or Certificate Of Registration

Summary

This section outlines the mandatory information required for any application for a business license or certificate of registration in Broadview. It specifies details about the applicant, the business, its location, operations, and any associated ownership or property interests.

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corporation name, address, telephone number, and name of contact; H. If the property owner is different from the applicant, the property owner's name, address, telephone number, and, if applicable, a copy of a lease agreement; I. Whether a liquor license, vending license, or other specialty license will be applied for; and J. Any other information required by the village in order for them to administer the provisions of this code

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La Grange · 4.2.20

Number of Licenses; Other Restrictions

Summary

This section outlines the process for establishing and modifying the number of liquor licenses in La Grange. It specifies that the Board of Trustees generally sets license numbers, with exceptions for Class E and G-2 licenses, and details automatic reductions based on license status or establishment operation.

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Village Clerk. The Board of Trustees may increase or decrease the number of licenses in a class by ordinance. (b) Number of Class E and G-2 licenses. The numbers of Class E and G-2 licenses are established by the Village Liquor Control Commissioner from time to time. (c) Automatic reductions. The number of licenses in a license class will be reduced automatically if: (1) A license within that class is terminated; (2) A license within that class expires...Village; or (4) A licensed establishment within that class is discontinued for 30 consecutive days or longer without the prior written approval of the Village or otherwise ceases to operate. (d) Licenses are personal privilege; no property right. Each liquor license is purely a personal privilege and is not property of or in any form. No license is or may be subject to attachment, garnishment, or execution. No license is alienable or transferable, whether voluntarily or involuntarily, or is subject

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University Park · 808.01

Definitions; license classes

Summary

This section defines various classes of licenses for the retail sale of alcoholic liquor in University Park. It establishes license types including general on-premises consumption, extended hours, off-premises package sales, beer and wine only, private clubs, and restaurants with or without bars.

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this chapter shall be construed according to definitions contained in the Illinois Liquor Control Law, approved January 31, 1934, including all amendments and additions thereto. (Ord. 187. Passed 6-18-73.) (b) The following classes of licenses for the retail sale of alcoholic liquor are hereby established. (1) Class A. (General). A Class A license permits the retail sale of any alcoholic liquor for on-premises consumption, either at a bar or at tables where service of food is incidental...requirements as a Class A license, but with extended hours as specifically authorized by the Board of Trustees and the Liquor Control Commissioner. (Ord. 611. Passed 6-26-84.) (3) Class C. (Package). A Class C license permits the retail sale of alcoholic liquor in the original package only for off-premises consumption. The sale of individual containers of beer of less than thirty-two ounces in volume is prohibited under this license. (4) Class D. (Beer and Wine Only

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Third Lake · 4.16

Building and location restrictions

Summary

This section outlines location restrictions for retail alcohol sales in Third Lake, mandating separate licenses for distinct locations under one roof or address and specifying requirements for transferring a license to a new premises.

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prohibited by the Liquor Control Act of 1934, 235 ILCS 5/1-1 et seq. (b) Multiple locations. Where two or more locations, places or premises are under the same roof or at one street address, a separate local retail liquor dealer's license shall be obtained or each such location, place or premises selling or delivering alcoholic beverages. (c) Change of location. All licenses issued hereunder shall embrace only one place of business. A license issued hereunder shall permit the sale...alcoholic liquor only on the premises described in the application and license. A license may be transferred upon the approval of the local liquor control commissioner from one location or premises to another only when and upon the written permit to make such change is issued by the local liquor control commissioner and upon the payment of a fee in the amount provided by the village fee schedule. No change of location shall be permitted unless the proposed new location

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Willowbrook · 3.12.13

Building And Location Restrictions

Summary

This section establishes location restrictions for liquor licenses in Willowbrook, requiring separate licenses for distinct locations under one roof or address and outlining procedures for changing a licensed location.

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Liquor Control Act as it may from time to time be amended. (B) Multiple Locations: Where two (2) or more locations, places or premises are under the same roof or at one street address, a separate local retail liquor dealer's license shall be obtained for each such location, place or premises selling or delivering alcoholic beverages. (C) Change Of Location: All licenses issued hereunder shall embrace only one place of business. A license issued hereunder shall permit the sale...alcoholic liquor only on the premises described in the application and license. A license may be transferred upon the approval of the Local Liquor Control Commissioner from one location or premises to another only when and upon the written permission to make such change is issued by the Local Liquor Control Commissioner. No change of location shall be permitted unless the proposed new location is in compliance with the provisions and regulations of this chapter

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Glendale Heights · 4.3.10

Insurance Requirements

Summary

This section mandates that all liquor license applicants and current holders in Glendale Heights must provide proof of dramshop insurance with a minimum coverage of one million dollars. Failure to maintain this insurance will render the license void from the beginning.

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license shall be granted to any applicant nor shall any renewal license be issued until such applicant shall furnish evidence satisfactory to the liquor control commissioner that such applicant is covered by a policy of dramshop insurance, in an amount no less than one million dollars ($1,000,000.00), issued by a responsible insurance company authorized and licensed to do business in the state of Illinois insuring such applicant against liability which the applicant may incur under the provisions...providing the local liquor control commissioner with satisfactory evidence that said insurance is in full force and effect at any particular time during the term of any such license. Failure to do so after the issuance of any local liquor license shall render said license void ab initio

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Elgin · 6.06.120

License; revocation; suspension; fines

Summary

This section outlines the grounds and procedures for revoking or suspending liquor licenses in Elgin, including the imposition of fines and requirements for completing a BASSET Program. It specifies that no penalties can be imposed without written notice and a hearing.

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local liquor control commission may revoke or suspend any license or permit issued pursuant to this chapter for cause. The local liquor control commission may also impose a fine on the licensee provided such fine shall not exceed two thousand dollars ($2,000.00) for each violation; each day on which a violation continues or occurs shall constitute a separate violation. Provided, further, not more than ten thousand dollars ($10,000.00) in fines under this chapter may be imposed against...Indebtedness to the city for license fees required by any ordinance; 3. Violation of federal law, state law or ordinances of the city; 4. Misstatement or withholding of material information in an application for license or in a hearing before the local liquor control commission; 5. Indebtedness to the city for payment of any fees, charges, bills, or taxes which the licensee is obligated to pay but have remained unpaid for more than forty-five (45) days. For the purposes

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Rosemont · 4.7B-1

Definitions

Summary

This section defines key terms related to video gaming operations within Rosemont. It establishes specific definitions for entertainment districts, different types of video gaming establishments, terminal operators, and video gaming terminals themselves.

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VIDEO GAMING ESTABLISHMENT: Any retail business located within the Village of Rosemont that has each and every one of the following licenses: (1) a valid Class A, Class B, Class E(1), Class B(3), or a Class L liquor license issued by the Village of Rosemont; (2) a valid Class VG liquor license issued by the Village of Rosemont; (3) a valid licensed establishment license issued by the Illinois Gaming Board pursuant to the Video Gaming Act, 230 ILCS

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Woodstock · 3.5.2

License Requirements And Fees

Summary

This section outlines the licensing requirements and associated fees for conducting raffles in Woodstock. It details the necessary information for license applications and begins to establish a fee schedule based on prize value.

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city and in accordance with the provisions of this section. A. Application For License: Any person seeking to conduct or operate a raffle shall file an application therefor with the liquor commissioner on forms provided by the liquor and license commissioner. Said application shall contain the following information: 1. The name, address and type of organization. 2. The length of existence of the organization and, if incorporated, the date and state of incorporation. 3. The name, address, telephone number, social...Regular raffle 5.00 In the case of an ongoing or regular raffle, a licensee need not apply for a new license for each drawing and pay a fee therefor. Said licensee may instead request the liquor commissioner to renew said raffle license for a period of time equal to the initial license, and pay a fee of five dollars ($5.00) for each renewal. Said application fees are nonrefundable even should the application be rejected by the liquor commissioner

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Plainfield · 4.17

License required

Summary

This section requires all businesses selling or dispensing alcoholic liquor in Plainfield to obtain a local liquor license/permit. It also outlines requirements for multiple locations under one roof, the evidentiary value of federal tax stamps, and the necessity of obtaining and displaying both local and state licenses.

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shall constitute prima facie evidence that such person is subject to the provisions of this article. (d) Within fifteen (15) days after obtaining a local liquor license/permit pursuant to this article, the licensee shall, as applicable, obtain a similar liquor license required by the State of Illinois for the sale at retail of any alcoholic liquor. No alcoholic liquor may be purveyed by the licensee under a license/permit issued pursuant to this article until the applicable state license is obtained...licensee and proof of same is provided to the local liquor control commissioner. The licensee must maintain its state license in good standing for the term of its local liquor license/permit. (e) All licensees shall cause the license issued pursuant to this article, the similar state license, and the signage requirements set forth in section 4-45 below, to be framed and displayed at all times on the licensed premises in a conspicuous location, prominently visible to all patrons. Permits

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Long Grove · 3.2.3

Application for license

Summary

This section outlines the requirements for applying for a liquor license in Long Grove. It details the written application process, including necessary statements and information for individuals and partners regarding their business, history, and compliance with laws and ordinances.

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receive a license by reason of any matter or thing contained in this chapter, the laws of this state or the ordinances of this village. 5. In the event that the individual or any copartner has previously held a liquor license of any type issued by any state or subdivision thereof, or by the federal government, a statement shall be made to that effect giving all pertinent data, including that as to the termination, and if revoked, the reason therefor...reason of any matter or thing contained in this chapter, the laws of this state or the ordinances of this village. 5. In the event that any of the individuals named in this corporate application have previously held liquor licenses of any type issued by any state or subdivision thereof, or by the federal government, a statement shall be made to that effect giving pertinent data as to the termination, and if revoked, the reasons therefor. 6. A statement that

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Oswego · 3.7.16

Employees

Summary

This section prohibits the employment of individuals under 21 in roles involving alcoholic beverages, except under specific conditions. It mandates BASSET training for alcohol servers, owners, managers, and those checking IDs, with requirements for certification, maintenance, and recertification.

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will allow inspection, upon demand, by any designee of both the state or local liquor control authorities. (c) Recertification shall be completed every three years. (d) A "state certified BASSET program" shall be defined as a program licensed by the Illinois liquor control commission as required by 235 ILCS 5/3-12(11.1) and 5/6-27 and title 77 of the Ill. Admin. Code, chapter XVI, section 2500. (B) Notwithstanding anything to the contrary in this Code, it shall not be a violation...such employment provided, however, that no such licensee shall allow anyone under the age of 21 to dispense or sell beer, wine or any other alcoholic beverage. (E) The licensee may employ a manager who is responsible for the liquor license on behalf of the owner. No licensee hereunder shall employ a manager who is under the age of 21. Such manager must be present on the licensed premises at least 35 hours per week. (F) In the event

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Round Lake Heights · 3.3.11

Conditions of license

Summary

This section outlines conditions for liquor licenses in Round Lake Heights, including that licenses are personal privileges, must be displayed, require mayoral approval for location changes, and grant entry powers to the Local Liquor Control Commissioner for enforcement.

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from time to time amended. B. Display of License. Every licensee shall cause his license to be framed and hung in plain view in a conspicuous place on the licensed premises. 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. Such location may be changed only on the written permit to make the change, issued by the Mayor. No change of location...location is a proper one for the retail sale of alcoholic liquor under the laws of this State and this Chapter. D. Entry Powers. The Local Liquor Control Commissioner is hereby given the power to enter or to authorize any law-enforcing officer to enter at any time upon any premises licensed hereunder to determine whether any of the provisions of the Dram Shop Act, Illinois Revised Statutes Chapter 43, or any rules or regulations adopted

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