HomeMy WebLinkAbout1989 Liquor Commission ELGIN LIQUOR COMMISSION MEETING
Regular Meeting 12 : 00 Noon January 4 , 1989
(A) Call to Order
(B ) Roll Call
(C ) Other Business
( 1) Consideration of application for Class B Package
Liquor License by Barri Cas Incorporated d/b/a
White Hen Pantry, 1195 North McLean Blvd. ( See
eft C ( 1 ) attached )
(D) Adjournment
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ELGIN LIQUOR COMMISSION MEETING
January 4 , 1989
The meeting was called to order by Board President
VanDeVoorde , in the Council Conference Room at 12 : 00
Noon . Members present : Board Member Popple , Walters
and Board President VanDeVoorde. Absent : None .
Consideration of application for Class B Package
Liquor License by Barri Gas Incorporated , d/b/a While
Hen Pantry, 1195 N. McLean Blvd.
Board Member Popple made a motion , seconded by Board
Member Walters to approve the subject license, subject
to receipt of liquor liability insurance. Yeas : Board
Member Popple , Walters and Board President Walters .
Nays : None .
4 : 00 A.M. License Issue
Board Member Popple stated she would like a review
of the 4 :00 a.m. licenses presently active in Elgin.
In addition , Mrs . Popple requested that a survey
be made as to the number of 4 : 00 a.m. licenses issued
in Bartlett , Hanover Park, Streamwood, Dundee , and
South Elgin.
Review of recent police reports
Board Member Popple made a motion, seconded by Board
Member Walters for the Legal staff to send a letter
to the Boulevard Tap re service of alcoholic beverages
to persons in a high state of intoxication. Yeas :
Board Member Popple, Walters and Board President
VanDeVoorde . Nays: None .
Adjournment
Board Member Popple made a motion , seconded by Board
Member Walters to adjourn the meeting. Yeas : Board
Member Popple , Walters and Board President VanDeVoorde .
Nays : None .
The meeting adjourned at 12 :25 p.m.
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Marie Yearman City Clerk
ELGIN LIQUOR COMMISSION MEETING
Special Meeting 11:15 A.M. February I, 1989
(A) Call to Order
(B) Roll Call
(C) Other Business
(I) Discussion of BASSET Program with Representatives of Elgin Community
College
(2) In the Matter of the Retail Alcoholic Liquor Dealers License of Hoppe's
Corner Inc., 1075 North Liberty Street, Elgin, Illinois (See C (2) attached)
(3) Consideration of Application for a Class J (Beer and Wine) License by Susanne
and David Strong, d/b/a Kingsway Restaurant, 802 Villa Street, Elgin (See
C (3) attached)
(4) Consideration of Application for a Class J (Beer and Wine) License by Virginia
Mendiola, d/b/a Palacio Restaurant, 21 North State Street, Elgin (See C (4)
attached)
(5) Consideration of Application for a Class B (Package Liquor Store) License by
Vargas Liquors, Inc., d/b/a Vargas Liquors, 61 Fountain Square Plaza, Elgin
(See C (5) attached)
(6) Consideration of Proposal for Pre-Annexation Agreement (See C (6)
attached)
(D) Adjournment
ELGIN LIQUOR COMMISSION MEETING
February I, 1989
The special meeting was called to order by Board President VanDeVoorde at 11:15 a.m.,
in the Council Conference Room. Members present: Board Members Popple, Walters and
Board President VanDeVoorde. Absent: None.
Discussion of BASSET Program with Representatives of Elgin Community College
Ed Brown and Rich Cervantes of Elgin Community College appeared before the Liquor
Commission to discuss the BASSET program. The program designed by Elgin Community
College meets the requirements of the Illinois Department of Alcoholism and Substance
Abuse. The course consists of four classes which are three hours each and includes the
issuance of a certificate upon successful completion of the course. The registration form
which includes a brief description of the program and recites the schedule of classes to
be offered will be amended as per Commission direction to state, "In the City of Elgin
anyone who serves or sells alcohol must successfully complete the BASSET training
program."
Elgin Community College will supply the City Clerk with necessary registration
information for distribution to liquor establishments. A copy of the ordinance requiring
participation in the program should be included with the registration forms.
,., Elgin Community College will furnish the City Clerk with a sample copy of its
certificate of completion of the BASSET program. A list of individuals who successfully
complete the program will be forwarded to the City Clerk and a certificate of
completion issued to the participant.
Attorney Blondin recommended that each liquor license establishment be required to
submit a list of its employees with its application and annual renewal.
Mr. Brown informed the Commission that other BASSET programs are available besides
the one offered at Elgin Community College.
Pursuant to the provisions of the Elgin Municipal Code, certificates from other schools
are acceptable provided the school is certified by the Illinois Department of Alcoholism
and Substance Abuse.
In the Matter of the Retail Alcoholic Liquor Dealers License of Hoppe's Corner, Inc.,
1075 North Liberty Street, Elgin, Illinois
Attorney Blondin reviewed the charges of possession of policy game tickets and gambling
on November 30, 1 988 by Hoppe's Corner.
Detective William T. Linder testified to the events which occurred on November 30, 1988
and evidence was admitted as follows:
I. Two Nevada Club Tickets purchased by Detective Linder.
2. One winning Five Buck Charlie Ticket.
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3. One losing Five Buck Charlie Ticket.
4. Five dollar bill received for the Five Buck Charlie Ticket.
5. Over 400 unused Nevada Club Tickets.
6. Three Hundred Twenty-Six Five Buck Charlie Tickets.
Rob Kramer, attorney for Hoppe's Corner, presented testimony that the establishment is
family operated and that the liquor licensee has never appeared before the Commission
for violation of the municipal code.
Evidence was entered into the record substantiating that gambling occurred on the
licensed premises on November 30, 1 988.
Board Member Walters made a motion, seconded by Board Member Popple, to support the
charges of the possession and sales of tickets and the finding that this is the first offense
and first time before Commission by Hoppe's. Yeas: Board Members Popple, Walters and
Board President VanDeVoorde.
Attorney Kramer requested that the penalty assessed be no greater than $250.
Board Member Popple made a motion, seconded by Board President VanDeVoorde, to fine
the subject establishment $1,000 for violation of Elgin Municipal Code, Section
6.06.140(D). Yeas: Board Member Popple. Nays: Board Member Walters and Board
President VanDeVoorde.
Board Member Walters suggested a fine of $750 since this is the first time a violation of
this section of the code has occurred, but that other liquor establishments be put on
notice that the Commission will consider suspension for all future violations.
Board President VanDeVoorde supported the assessment of a $750 fine.
Board Member Walters made a motion, seconded by Board President VanDeVoorde, to
fine the subject establishment $750 for violation of Elgin Municipal Code, Section
6.06.140(D). Yeas: Board Members Popple, Walters and Board President VanDeVoorde.
Nays: None.
A complete transcript of this proceeding is available.
Board President VanDeVoorde suggested that a letter be sent to liquor establishments
advising them that polker machines are illegal.
Consideration of Application for a Class J (Beer and Wine) License by Susanne and David
Strong, d/b/a Kingsway Restaurant, 802 Villa Street
Board Member Walters made a motion, seconded by Board Member Popple, to approve
the liquor license subject to receipt of liquor liability insurance. Yeas: Board Members
Popple, Walters and Board President VanDeVoorde. Nays: None.
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rib* Consideration of A lication for a Class J (Beer and Wine) License by Virginia Mendiola,
d b a Palacio Restaurant, 21 North State Street
Board Member Walters made a motion, seconded by Board Member Popple, to table this
matter until a representative from the Bureau of Inspection Services could appear before
the Commission. Yeas: Board Members Popple, Walters and Board President
VanDeVoorde. Nays: None.
Consideration of Application for a Class B (Package Liquor Store) License by Vargas
Liquors, Inc., d/b/a Vargas Liquors, 61 Fountain Square Plaza
Board Member Popple made a motion, seconded by Board Member Walters, to table this
matter until a representative from the Bureau of Inspection Services could appear before
the Commission. Yeas: Board Members Popple, Walters and Board President
VanDeVoorde. Nays: None.
Consideration of Proposal for Pre-Annexation Agreement
Max and Marge's on Bluff City Boulevard is located on property proposed to be annexed
to the City of Elgin. The liquor establishment does not meet certain city codes such as
the parking requirements and it also holds a 4:00 a.m. liquor license. Representatives of
Max and Marge's have requested a phased-in enforcement of the 4:00 a.m. license.
As the Liquor Commission intends to review the 4:00 a.m. liquor license, it is
elk recommended that the license be grandfathered only through April 30, 1 991.
Board Member Walters made a motion, seconded by Board Member Popple, to recommend
to the City Council a schedule for phased-in code enforcement and amortization of the
4:00 a.m. liquor license. Yeas: Board Members Popple, Walters and Board President
VanDeVoorde. Nays: None.
Consideration of Application for a Class J (Beer and Wine) License by Virginia Mendiola,
d/b/a Palacio Restaurant, 21 North State Street
Board Member Popple made a motion, seconded by Board Member Walters, to remove
this consideration from the table. Yeas: Board Members Popple, Walters and Board
President VanDeVoorde. Nays: None.
Brad Bohner of the Bureau of Inspection Services stated that some progress has been
made to bring the building up to code, but there are still outstanding violations.
Board Member Walters made a motion, seconded by Board Member Popple, to continue
this consideration to the next meeting for substantial compliance with the city code.
Yeas: Board Members Popple, Walters and Board President VanDeVoorde. Nays: None.
Consideration of Application for a Class B (Package Liquor Store) License by Vargas
Liquors, Inc., d/b/a Vargas Liquors, 61 Fountain Square Plaza
Board Member Walters made a motion, seconded by Board Member Popple, to remove
this consideration from the table. Yeas: Board Members Popple, Walters and Board
President VanDeVoorde. Nays: None.
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Steve Bone of the Bureau of inspection Services stated that the building is substantially
up to code as of February 1, 1989.
Board Member Popple did not favor issuance of the liquor license due to limited parking
and the proximity of the establishment to Elgin Community College.
Board Member Popple made a motion, seconded by Board President VanDeVoorde, to
table this matter while the Commission explores the issue of liquor on the mall and the
establishment's proximity to Elgin Community College. Yeas: Board Members Popple,
Waters and Board President VanDeVoorde. Nays: None.
Adjournment
Board Member Popple made a motion, seconded by Board President VanDeVoorde, to
adjourn the meeting. Yeas: Board Members Popple, Walters and Board President
VanDeVoorde. Nays: None. The meeting was adjourned at 1:45 p.m.
Nancy Roll;lDeputy Clerk
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ELGIN LIQUOR COMMISSION MEETING
Regular Meeting 12 : 00 Noon March 1, 1989
(A) Call to Order
(B ) Roll Call
(C) Other Business
( 1) Further consideration of Application for a Class ( J )
(Beer and Wine ) License by Virginia Mendiola, d/b/a
Palacio Restaurant , 21 North State Street , Elgin
(This matter was tabled on February 1, 1989 )
( 2 ) Further consideration of application for a Class
(B) ( Package Liquor Store ) license by Vargas
rik Liquors , Inc. , d/b/a Vargas Liquors , 61 Fountain
Square Plaze , Elgin. ( This matter was tabled on
February 1, 1989
(D) Adjournment
Elgin Liquor Commission Meeting
March 1, 1989
A regular meeting of the Elgin Liquor Commission was called
to order by Board President VanDeVoorde at 12 : 00 Noon,
in the Council Conference Room. Members present : Board
Member Popple , Walters and Board President VanDeVoorde .
Absent : None.
Request for a Class B ( Package Liquors ) Liquor License
at 61 Fountain Square Plaza, by Vargas Liquors , Inc.
The Commission was advised that Mr. Vargas had withdrawn
his application for a license at the subject site .
Further consideration of application for a Class J (Beer
and Wine ) Liquor License by Virginia Mendiola, d/b/a Palacio
Restaurant , 21 North State Street .
This matter was tabled at the February 1, 1989 Meeting,
pending a report from the Bureau of Inspection Services
relative to code compliance.
Board Member Popple made a motion , seconded by Board Member
Walters to remove this matter from the table. Yeas : Board
Member Popple , Walters and Board President VanDeVoorde.
Nays : None .
Brad Bohner, Sanitarian/Bureau of Inspection Services ,
appeared befor the Commission and stated the subject premises
had passed inspection.
Board Member Walters made a motion, seconded by Board Member
Popple to approve the Class J liquor license, subject to
the receipt of liquor liability insurance . Yeas: Board
Member Poppel, Walters and Board President VanDeVoorde .
Nays: None .
The City Clerk asked Deputy Warren Danielson to have this
establishment checked periodically to insure they were
only selling beer or wine with a meal.
Consideration of Greater Downtown Elgin Commission recommendations.
The GDEC recommended that a task force be created to look
at the requirements for a liquor license . Board President
VanDeVoorde stated it had only been a year since this code
was reviewed and amended and the requirements now in the
code follow the State Statutes . None of the Commission
members felt a task force was necessary to deal with the
current problem.
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March 1, 1989
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Attorney Blondin stated there is more power under the licensing
requirements , as opposed to zoning.
Board Member Popple stated she could recommend that only
a Class E or Class J liquor license , which are intended
for restaurants , be allowed in the Mall area.
Board Member Walters stated he would like to see this researched
in order to avoid future lawsuits .
Board Member Popple requested that Attorney Blondin furnish
the Commission with a legal opinion relating to the following:
1. Zoning - regulating the issuance of liquor licenses
in certain zoning districts .
2 . Compliance with the code which provides that a liquor
establishment shall not permit any window display of liquor
or other decoration as will obstruct the view of the interior.
Board Member Popple further requested that a letter be
sent to the Boulevard Tap regarding the number of incidences
involving intoxicated individuals at this establishment .
Board President VanDeVoorde requested a list of any liquor
establishments having poker machines on the premises .
Adjournment
Board Member Walters made a motion, seconded by Board Member
Popple to adjourn the meeting. Yeas : Board Member Popple ,
Walters and Board President VanDeVoorde . Nays : None .
Marie Yearm , City Clerk
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ELGIN LIQUOR COMMISSION MEETING
April 5 , 1989
Regular Meeting 12 : 00 Noon
(A) Call to Order
(B ) Roll Call
(C ) Other Business
1. Consideration of Application for a Class B ( Package )
Liquor License by Jesse and Dorothy Banker, Property
Located at 805 Walnut Avenue ( See C ( 1) attached )
2 . Consideration of Application for a Class A (Unlimited )
Liquor License by Richard Bartalone and Richard Pohl,
Property Located at 750 Dundee Avenue ( See C ( 2 )
attached )
3 . Consideration of recent Police Reports
( D) 4 . Commission Meeting Date to be Selected to Review
all Liquor License Renewal Applications
(E ) Adjournment
Elgin Liquor Commission Meeting
tom. April 5 , 1989
Board President VanDeVoorde called the meeting to order
at twelve noon in the Council Conference Room. Members
present : Board Member Popple , Walters and Board President
VanDeVoorde . Absent : None.
Consideration of Application for a Class B ( Package )
Liquor License by Jesse and Dorothy Banker, property
located at 805 Walnut Avenue .
Board Members reviewed a memorandum from the Inspection
Department , which outlined the following code violations:
Clean Walkin Cooler Floor Under Shelving.
Clean Ceiling and Walls in Walkin Cooler.
Clean Floor Under Equipment .
Clean Basement Floor.
Repair Cold Water Faucet on Handwash Sink.
Install a Tighfitting Threshold on Rear Exit Door
Pickup Litter Scattered on Premises .
A Sign Violation Exists at 809 Walnut Avenue, which
is attached to the liquor store .
rik Mr. Banker stated these violations would be taken care
of before the closing on this transaction .
Board Member Walters made a motion, seconded by Board
Member Popple to approve the subject application, subject
to compliance with the above listed violations and
evidence of liquor liability insurance.
Consideration of Application for a Class A (Unlimited )
Liquor License by Richard Bartalone and Richard Pohl,
property located at 750 Dundee Avenue . (Cassidys )
The Planning Department ( Tom Armstrong) advised the
Board the subject establishment is zoned B-1 Community
Business District . The B-1 District includes restaurants
and package liquor stores as permitted uses . Taverns
are not allowed as a permitted use in the B-1 District .
The subject property includes adequate space to park
approximately 8 vehicles . The current ordinance would
require approximately 44 off-street parking spaces
to serve a first floor restaurant and two existing
second floor apartments . The existing building and
parking lot are considered lawful nonconforming with
respect to various design standards contained in the
zoning and off-street parking ordinances .
A memorandum from the Inspection Department disclosed
the following violations :
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Stucco needs repair on both side of building.
Exit light by washroom needs to be lit .
Ceiling tile above pool table needs to be replaced.
Repair floor in kitchen.
Install a self-closing device on ladies ' washroom door.
Remove or replace carpeting.
Must have a certified full-time employee in food sanitation.
Board President VanDeVoorde stated there have been
many problems with this location for many years . The
occupancy went from a grocery store to a restaurant
and then to a tavern. The available parking is not
adequate for this establishment , and this has created
problems with the neighborhood by having these customers
park in front of their residences .
Board Member Popple stated the Commission has made
a commitment that no licenses will be issued which
create problems in residential neighborhoods .
Board Member Walters stated the parking problems are
obvious to anyone looking at the place , and Cassidys
has not endeared itself to the neighborhood because
of disturbances as a result of customers parking in
front of the residences .
Richard Pohl stated that he and Mr. Bartalone planned
to change the name of the establishment and would change
the type of clientel who now frequent the establishment .
Mr. Pohl further stated that they intend to operate
a restaurant/tavern, something similar to Bill' s Tap.
They would also try to buy the residence next door
for additional parking.
Board President VanDeVoorde stated he could not vote
to issue this license and before proceeding further
he would like some imput from the neighbors .
Board Member Walters made a motion, seconded by Board
Member Popple to hold a public hearing on the subject
matter, on Tuesday, May 9 , 1989 , at 7 : 00 p.m. , in the
Council Conference Room. Yeas: Board Member Popple ,
Walters and Board President VanDeVoorde . Nays : None .
Consideration of Application for a Class A (Unlimited)
Liquor License by Thomas R. Merwin, property located
at 216 Lawrence Avenue (Kimball St . Bridge Club/The
�` Where House, Inc. )
t A Memorandum from the Inspection Department reflected
the following code violations at the subject premises :
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Basement Area
The 3/4 ' pipe from the panel must be reqired and relocated.
The 1/2 ' conduit pipe and all long runs need to be supported.
Provide support for electrial boxes throughout the basement .
Install covers on electrical boxes in basement .
Office Area
Install adaptor on wall receptable and change wire
mold to avoid use of extension cords .
Pool Table Area
Put extension on electrical box with wire mold to new
receptacle to avoid excessive use of extension cords .
Other areas
Repair emergency lights that are not operating.
Repair exit lights that are inoperable.
Provide cover on furnace and remove combustibles from
the furnace room.
e.. The subject property is zoned B-4 General Service District .
The B-4 District includes package liquor stores , restaurants
and taverns as permitted uses .
Board Member Walters made a motion , seconded by Board
Member Popple to approve the subject application, subject
to compliance with the above listed violations and
evidence of liquor liability insurance . Yeas : Board
Member Walters , Popple and Board President VanDeVoorde .
Consideration of recent police reports .
Board Member Popple stated that facts provided by the
Police Department would warrant the Commission dealing
with the 4 :00 a.m. , liquor licenses .
Board Member Popple made a motion , seconded by Board
President VanDeVoorde to have the subject of the 4 :00
a.m. licenses placed on the next Committee of the Whole
Meeting on April 12 , 1989 . Yeas : Board Member Popple ,
Walters and Board President VanDeVoorde .
Board President VanDeVoorde requested that notices
be sent to those licensees ' having a 4 :00 a.m. license,
so they have the opportunity to attend this meeting.
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Attorney Kevin McCarthy was present and stated he would
attend this meeting on behalf of the Boulevard Tap.
Consideration of Commission meeting date to review
all liquor license renewals .
Board Member Popple made a motion , seconded by Board
Walters for the Commission to meet on May 3 , 1989 at
12 : 00 Noon to review liquor license renewals . Yeas :
Board Member Popple , Walters and Board President VanDeV000rde.
Nays : None.
Bassett Program
The Commission reviewed and approved the certified
programs submitted by 7-11 Stores and Osco Drug.
Adjournment
Board Member Walters made a motion, seconded by Board
(Pk Member Popple to adjourn the meeting. Yeas : Board Member
Popple , Walters and Board President VanDeVoorde. Nays :
None.
The meeting adjourned at 12 : 50 p.m.
Marie Yearm n , City Clerk
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CITY OF ELGIN, ILLINOIS
LIQUOR COMMISSION AGENDA
Regular Meeting 12 :00 Noon May 3 , 1989
(A) Call to Order
(B ) Roll Call
(C ) Other Business
( 1) Consideration of application for a Class B
(Package ) Liquor License, by Petro Pantry,
Inc. ,` 601 Villa Street ( See C ( 1 ) attached)
( 2 ) Consideration of application for a Class AA
( Unlimited ) Liquor License , by Kenneth J. Guge ,
doing business a LaConChita, Inc. , 258 National
Street (previously Lazzara' s Pizza) ( See C( 2 )
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( d Review of 1989 Liquor License Renewal Applications .
( 3 ) Discussion of Cassidy' s 750 Dundee Avenue License
Renewal.
( 4 ) Discussion of 4 : 00 a.m. , license .
(D) Adjournment
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Elgin Liquor Commission Meeting
May 3 , 1989
Board President VanDeVoorde called the meeting to order
at 12 :00 Noon in the Council Conference Room. Members present :
Popple, Walters and VanDeVoorde. Absent : None .
Consideration of application for a Class B ( Package ) Liquor
License by Petro Pantry, Inc . , 601 Villa Street .
Harold Mason , 2185 Royal Blvd. , Owner of Petro Pantry, stated
he had recently purchased the subject business , and if granted
the subject license he would adhere to all regulations .
The Commission was advised by the Planning Department that
the subject property is located directly north of Lovellton
and is within one hundred feet of Petro Pantry. Lovellton
was granted a special use for the establishment , operation
and maintenance of an alcoholic treatment sanitarium in
1981.
The subject property includes adequate space to park six
vehicles . The current ordinance would require seven off-
street parking spaces . The existing building and parking
areas are considered to be lawful nonconforming.
Ann Deuwel, Principal of Lovellton, opposed the selling
of alcoholic beverages , stating that many of the students
enrolled in Lovellton are recovering alcoholics and they
are permitted off-ground privileges.
Board President VanDevoorde stated the Statutes state you
may not sell alcoholic beverages within 100 feet of a school,
and this request should be denied.
Board Member Walters made a motion , seconded by Board Member
Popple to deny the request for a Class B Liquor License .
Yeas : Board Member Popple , Walters and Board President VanDeVoorde.
Nays : None .
Consideration of application for a Class AA (Unlimited )
Liquor License by Kenneth J . Guge , d/b/a LaConChita, Inc. ,
258 National Street (previously Lazzara' s Pizza)
The subject property is zoned B-4 General Service District ,
wherein restaurant establishments are permitted.
The number of off-street parking spaces on the subject property
does not meet the requirements specified by ordinance . Therefore ,
the subject property is a lawful nonconforming use with
respect to off-street parking.
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The Health Department made an inspection of the subject
premises and provided a two page list of violations .
It was determined that the owners of Lazzara' s had been
operating the business during the summer and closed it during
the winter months .
The Clerk stated Mr. Lazarra had submitted a renewal application
as a backup, should the request of Mr. Guge be denied.
Board Member Popple asked the Legal staff to review the
terms of the abandonment of property, as it would apply
in this case , and render a legal opinion.
Attorney Blondin stated he would prepare an opinion for
the June 7th meeting. Mr. Lazarra will be asked to be present .
Board Member Walters made a motion, seconded by Board Member
Popple to deny the request by Kenneth J. Guge . Yeas : Board
Member Popple, Walters and Board President VanDeVoorde .
Nays : None .
Review of 1989 Liquor License Renewal Applications .
The City Clerk reviewed with the Commission those renewals
which were in compliance with the Municipal Code .
Board Member Walters made a motion, seconded by Board Member
Popple to approve the subject renewals . Yeas : Board Member
Popple , Walters and Board President VanDeVoorde. Nays : None .
Board Member Popple requested that a letter be sent to Highland
Liquors re complaints she has received regarding litter
around their dumpster and blocking resident ' s driveways .
The Clerk stated a letter would be written re complaints .
Renewal Licenses for Elgin Turners Club and No. 1 Soul Restaurant
The Clerk stated she had not received evidence of liquor
liability for the above named establishments and could not
recommend renewal of the licenses .
Board Member Popple made a motion , seconded by Board Member
Walters directing the Clerk to issue a letter to each licensee
stating they have to cease the sale of alcohol, effective
May 5th, at 9 : 30 a.m. These letter are to be hand delivered.
Yeas : Board Member Popple , Walters and Board President VanDeVoorde.
Douglas Tap
Board President VanDeVoorde made a motion , seconded by Board
Member Walters to approve the Douglas Tap renewal license,
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May 3 , 1989
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but to send a letter calling their attention to the number
of police calls to their establishment during the past year.
Yeas : Board Member Popple , Walters and Board President VanDeVoorde .
Nays : None .
Eaton ' s Redwood Inn
Board Member Walters made a motion, seconded by Board Member
Popple to approve the subject license. Yeas: Board Member
Popple, Walters and Board President VanDeVoorde. Nays : None.
212 Club
Board Member Walters made a motion, seconded by Board Member
Popple to approve the subject license , and to send a letter
to the licensee calling attention to the neighbor' s complaints
re litter thrown in their yards and intoxicated persons
hitting cars parked on the street . Yeas : Board Member Popple ,
Walters and Board President VanDeVoorde. Nays : None.
E Leitner' s Bar and Grill
Board Member Popple made a motion, seconded by Board Member
Walters to approve the subject license. Yeas : Board Member
Popple , Walters and Board President VanDeVoorde. Nays : None.
Charlies Place
Board Member Walters made a motion , seconded by Board Member
Popple to approve the subject license. Yeas: Board Member
Popple, Walters and Board President VanDeVoorde. Nays : None.
Barley and Hops
Board Member Popple made a motion, seconded by Board Member
Walters to approve the subject license. Yeas : Board Member
Popple, Walters and Board President VanDeVoorde. Nays : None. /
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Griffin Liquors
Attorney Blondin requested that this license be deferred
to the June 7th meeting. There is question of ownership
of the subject license which must be ascertained.
Board Member Walters made a motion, seconded by Board Member
Popple to defer this matter to the June 7th meeting. Yeas :
Board Member Popple , Walters and Board President VanDeVoorde .
Nays : None .
Cassidy' s
The City Clerk advised the Commission the owners and operators
of the subject tavern failed to file for renewal of their
Class A Liquor License . Jack Cook, representing the immediate
neighbors , reported this establishment has been vacated.
4 : 00 A.M. License
Captain Piske , Elgin Police Department , stated this type
of license has increased the Departments activity because
eft. of requirement to patrol up to 6 :00 a.m. , family fights ,
accidents and volume of out of towners drinking and becoming
intoxicated.
Board Member Walters stated he had never approved of this
late license and he still did not approve of it . Board
Member Walters did not think the license should be terminated
cold turkey, but extended for one year, at which time it
would be eliminated. The late license could be replaced
with a special event license, on a case by case basis , as
is done with the temporary permits for the churches and
schools , for special events .
Board President VanDeVoorde stated that he voted against
the late license at its inception. At that time the purpose
of the late hour license was to compete with establishments
to the east of Elgin for convention business .
Attorney Kevin McCarthy, representing the Boulevard Tap,
stated that his client had made a substantial investment ,
predicated on this late license.
Board Member Popple stated the 4 :00 a.m. license should
be eliminated and she would make a motion to recommend to
the Elgin City Council that they repeal this license .
Board Member Walters seconded said motion.
Yeas : Board Member Popple , Walters and Board President
VanDeVoorde. Nays : None .
Elgin Liquor Commission Meeting
May 3 , 1989
Page 5
Adjournment
Board Member Walters made a motion, seconded by Board Member
Popple to adjourn the meeting. Yeas : Board Member Popple ,
Walters and Board President VanDeVoorde. Nays: None.
The meeting adjourned at 1:25 p.m.
Marie Yearman i
C ty Clerk
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CITY OF ELGIN, ILLINOIS
LIQUOR COMMISSION AGENDA
Regular Meeting 12 : 00 Noon June 7 , 1989
(A) Call to Order
(B ) Roll Call
(C) Other Business
( 1) Public Hearing re Application for Class AA Liquor
License Renewal/Lazzara Pizza, 258 National Street
( See C ( 1) attached)
( 2 ) Consideration of application for a Class (B )
Package Liquor License for Dora Griffin , d/b/a
Griffin ' s Liquor Mart , 229 National Street ( See
C ( 2 ) attached)
( 3 ) Consideration of application for a Class (B )
Package Liquor License for AAME d/b/a Dino' s
Finer Foods , 465 Summit Street ( See C ( 3 ) attached)
few (4 ) Authorization to set a public hearing for First
Stop Liquors . Check in the amount of $1300 . 00
in payment of their 1989 license fee has been
returned twice by the bank for "non sufficient
funds" ( See C ( 4 ) attached)
(D) Adjournment
Elgin Liquor Commission Meeting
June 7 , 1989
Page 1
Public Hearing re Application for Class AA Liquor License
Renewal for Lazzara Pizze & Grill, 258 National Street .
A complete transcript of the subject public hearing is available
for further imput .
Through questioning by Attorney Blondin, Mr. Lazzara stated
Lazzara' s Pizza & Grill had been closed for six months prior
to the application for renewal.
The Liquor Commission reviewed a report from the Bureau of
Inspection Services , which outlined code violations in the
subject premises , and Paul Slaby, Public Health Officer reported
a number of sanitation violations .
The Planning Department reported there is inadequate off-
street parking facilities to accommodate the subject business .
Attorney Ted Meyers , representing Mr. Lazzara, stated that
this has been a family operated business at this location
for approximately 27 years and during that period of time
//�► there has been no difficulty with parking.
Mayor VanDeVoorde asked Mr. Lazzara if the Commission granted
the renewal of the Class AA license, was it their intention
to sell the business .
Mr. Lazzara stated he was not going to sell the business .
Councilman Walters stated he would not support a Class AA
license for this business , because with the current rehabilitation
in that part of town, it is not the place for a tavern license.
Attorney Meyers stated Mr. Lazzara would be willing to change
his request to a Class E Restaurant Liquor License .
Steve Bone stated he did not know if Mr. Lazzara could qualify
for the Class E license, which requires a seating capacity
of 150 or more.
Councilman Walters stated that if they cannot qualify the
the Class E, they could then try for the Class J , which is
a beer and wine license for a restaurant .
Councilman Walters made a motion, seconded by Councilman
Fox to amend the liquor license application to a Class E,
providing the licensee can qualify for same . Yeas : Councilmen
Fox, Walters and Mayor VanDeVoorde . Nays : None.
Elgin Liquor Commission Meeting
June 7 , 1989
Page 2
Councilman Walters made a motion, seconded by Councilman
Fox to table this matter until June 19 , 1989 , during which
time all code violations must be satisfied, and a report
from the Bureau of Inspection Services as to the seating
capacity of the subject premises . Yeas : Councilmen Fox,
Walters and Mayor VanDeVoorde. Nays : None.
Consideration of application for a Class B, Package Liquor
License for Dora Griffin, d/b/a Griffin' s Liquor Mart , 229
National Street .
Attorney Blondin stated the objections set forth at the Commission
Meeting on May 14 , 1989 , have been eliminated, and this matter
should be handled as a renewal license.
Attorney Chesbrough, representing Mrs . Griffin , stated that
when Mr. Griffin died, he left a number of debts , one was
a small business loan, and in order to satisfy these loans
it was imperative for the Commission to approve the requested
license in order for Mrs . Griffin to resume the operation
of this business .
Janice Jenkins , 317 Raymond Street stated she hoped to Commission
t'' would not renew this license, because of the crowds which
gather on the corner, drunks throwing garbage in the neighbors
yards and fights . Mrs . Jenkins stated that since the store
has been closed they have not had these problems .
Mrs . Martha Menke, 325 Raymond Street , voiced the same concerns .
Attorney Chesbrough did not think these problems were related
to the operation of his client ' s business .
Acting Chief Danielson stated there are many problems in
this area, but the calls have been reduced since the store
has been closed.
Mayor VanDeVoorde stated this is definitly a problem area
and the first license should never have been granted.
Councilman Walters stated the Council has focused in on this
area, because of gangs and drugs , and the police are being
paid overtime in an effort to clean up the neighborhood,
and he was not convinced this is a good spot to operate this
business .
Councilman Walters stated he would move to approve the Class
B License only to get it on the table. Councilman Fox stated
he would second the motion for the same reason. Yeas : .- 0040 -
Nay: Councilmen Fox, Walters VAC lioogzie
Elgin Liquor Commission Meeting
June 7 , 1989
Page 3
Consideration of application for a Class (B ) Package Liquir
License for AAME d/b/a Dino ' s Finer Foods , 465 Summit Street .
The Planning Department advised the Commission the subject
property includes adequate space to park approximately 136
vehicles . The current ordinance would require approximately
120 off-street parking spaces to serve the grocery store
and drug store. The existing use of the subject property
and the parking area is considered lawful conforming.
The Bureau of Inspection inspected the subject premises and
determined there are a many code violations . The Health Department
also found many code violations .
Councilman Fox made a motion, seconded by Councilman Walters
to approve the subject license . Yeas : None. Nays : Councilmen
Fox, Walters and Mayor VanDeVoorde.
The Commission indicated they would re-evaluate this licese
request when all violations have been satisfied.
Authorization to set a public hearing for Fist Stop Liquors .
Check in the amount of $1300 . 00 in payment of their 1989
license fee has been returned twice by the bank for non-
sufficient funds .
Councilman Walters made a motion, seconded by Councilmen
Fox to set a public hearing on June 19 , 1989 , at twelve noon,
for the subject licensee. Yeas : Councilmen Fox, Walters
and Mayor VanDeVoorde. Nays : None.
Adjournment
Councilman Walters made a motion, seconded by Councilman
Fox to adjourn the meeting. Yeas : Councilmen Fox, Walters
and Mayor VanDeVoorde. Nays : None.
The meeting adjourned at 2 : 30 p.m.
Marie Yearma % City Clerk
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CITY OF ELGIN, ILLINOIS
LIQUOR COMMISSION AGENDA
Special Meeting 12 : 00 Noon June 19 , 1989
(A) Call to Order
(B) Roll Call
(C ) Other Business
( 1) Public Hearing for First Stop Liquors . Check
in the amount of $1300 .00 in payment of 1989
license fee has been returned twice by the
bank for "non-sufficient Funds" .
( 2 ) Continuation of Public Hearing re Application
for Class AA Liquor License Renewal, Lazzara
Pizza, 258 National Street ( See C ( 2 ) attached)
( D) Adjournment
Elgin Liquor Commission Meeting
June 19 , 1989
Page 1
Mayor VanDeVoorde called the meeting to order at 12 : 00 Noon,
in the Council Conference Room. Members present : Councilmen
Fox, Walters and Mayor VanDeVoorde. Absent : None.
Public Hearing for First Stop Liquors . Check in the amount
of $1300 .00 in payment of 1989 license fee has been returned
twice by the bank for "non- sufficient funds . "
The Class B license holder stated that she had miscalculated
the amount of money in her checking account . Mrs .Womack stated
that this would not happen in the future and she tendered
a Cashier' s Check in the amount of $1310 . 00 to replace the
N.S .F. check, and a $10 . 00 bank charge.
The Commission felt a precedent had been set for failure to
pay the license fees in a timely manner, and a fine should
be assessed in this matter.
Councilman Walters made a motion, seconded by Councilman Fox
to assess a fine against First Stop Liquors in the amount
of $500 . 00 , payable in 30 days . Yeas : Councilmen Fox, Walters
and Mayor VanDeVoorde. Nays : None.
Continuation of Public Hearing re application for a Class
AA Liquor License Renewal for Lazzara Pizza, 258 National
Street .
At the June 7 , 1989 Commission Meeting, the Commission indicated
to Mr. Lazzara they did not want to renew the Class AA License
for the premises at 258 National Street . The Commission ' s
main concern being, the issuance of a tavern and package liquor
license, in this area.
The Commission told Mr. Lazzara if he could qualify for a
Class E ( Restaurant with a seating capacity of 150 or more
persons , and if he would correct all the reported health vio-
lations , they would discuss this matter further in a meeting
scheduled for June 19th.
Lt . Steve Bone stated in a letter that he had checked the
the subject premises and Mr. Lazzara met the requirement of
a 150 seating capacity.
Paul Slaby, Public Health Officer, stated all violations have
been corrected.
Mayor VanDeVoorde asked Mr. Lazzara if it was still his intention
to sell this establishment to purchasers who intended to open
a restaurant called LaConchita.
Elgin Liquor Commission Meeting
June 19 , 198n9
Page 2
Mr. Lazzara stated it was not his intent to sell and he and
his mother would be operating Lazzara' s . Mr. Lazzara further
stated he had no objection to the Commission changing his
license to a Class E restaurant license .
Councilman Walters made a motion, seconded by Councilman Fox
to issue a Class E Liquor License to Lazzara ' s Pizza and Grill,
Inc. Yeas : Councilmen Fox, Walters and Mayor VanDeVoorde.
Nays : None.
Adjournment
Councilman Walters made a motion, seconded by Councilman Fox
to adjourn the meeting. Yeas : Councilmen Fox, Walters and
Mayor VanDeVoorde. Nays : None.
The meeting adjourned at 12 :20 p.m.
Marie Yearma City Clerk
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ELGIN LIQUOR COMMISSION MEETING
Regular Meeting 12 : 00 Noon July 5 , 1989
(A) Call to Order
(B ) Roll Call
( C ) Other Business
( 1 ) Consideration of application for a Class B ( Package )
Liquor License by Dino ' s Finer Foods , 465 Summit
Street (Material previously furnished )
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( 2 ) Consideration of application for a Class $; ( Resta rant )
Liquor License by Robert W. Moll , d/b/a Sherlock Holmes
Pub , LTD. , Days Inn , 500 River Road ( See C ( 2 )
attached )
( 3 ) Requested Draft Revisions to the Elgin Liquor Code
( See C ( 3 ) attached )
( D) Adjournment
Elgin Liquor Commission Meeting
tow July 5 , 1989
Board President VanDeVoorde called the meeting to order at
12 : 00 Noon in the Council Conference Room. Members present :
Board Member Fox, Walters and Board President VanDeVoorde.
Absent : None.
Consideration of application for a Class B ( Package ) Liquor
License by Dino ' s Finer Foods , 465 Summit Street .
The Commission reviewed a food store inspection with Steve
Bone , Division Chief, Bureau of Inspection Services , said
report listed numerous code violations .
Arnaldo Danesi, owner of Dino ' s , stated that he was in the
process of working with Dominick' s to make exterior repairs ,
and he was correcting the interior violations . Mr. Danesi stated
it would probably take a month or two in order to comply
with the code.
Board President VanDeVoorde stated the Commission would not
act favorably upon the Liquor Application until all code
violations have been corrected.
em. Board President VanDeVoorde made a motion, seconded by Board
Member Walters to table this Appication for two months ( September
5th at 4 :00 p.m. ) Yeas : Board Member Fox, Walters and
Board President VanDeVoorde. Nays : None.
Consideration of application for a Class D (Motel/Restaurant
Liquor License by Robert W. Moll, d/b/a Sherlock Holmes Pub ,
Ltd. , Days Inn, 500 River Road.
Board Member Walters made a motion, seconded by Board Member
Fox to approve the subject Liquor License. Yeas : Board Member
Fox, Walters and Board President VanDeVoorde. Nays : None.
Poker Machines
Board President VanDeVoorde stated he had received a complaint
regarding the loss of money by her husband while playing
a poker machine in the Walnut Inn.
Board President VanDeVoorde requested that Warren Danielson,
Acting Chief, provide a survey of the number of poker machines
in establishments having liquor licenses .
Revisions to Liquor Ordinance.
Board President VanDeVoorde stated he did not approve of
the proposed public hearing process by the City Council,
and he felt a public hearing process should be conducted
by the Liquor Commission.
Elgin Liquor Commission Meeting
July 5 , 1989
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Attorney Blondin was directed to prepare a draft ordinance
providing for revisions to the current liquor license ordinance
to be presented to the Council at the Committee of the Whole
Meeting scheduled for July 28 , 1989 .
Sale of Alcoholic Beverages Outside the Original Packaging.
The Commission requested that Attorney Blondin furnish them
with a legal opinion.
Transfer of Corporation Stock within_a business having a valid
liquor license .
The Commission requested that Attorney Blondin furnish them
with a legal opinion.
Adjournment
Board Member Fox made a motion, seconded by Board Member
Walters to adjourn the meeting. Yeas : Board Member Fox,
Walters and Board President VanDeVoorde. Nays : None.
The meeting adjourned at 1:15 p.m.
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Marie Yearma City Clerk
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ELGIN LIQUOR COMMISSION MEETING
Regular Meeting 4 : 00 P.M. September 6 , 1989
(A) Call to Order
(B ) Roll Call
( C ) Other Business
( 1 ) Consideration of application for Class B Liquor
License by Kalm, Inc. , d/b/a Miska' s Price Rite
Liquors , 1055 North Liberty Street ( See C ( 1)
attached )
( 2 ) Consideration of application for Class A Liquor
License by Max & Marge ' s Inc . , Route 1, Box 108
Bluff City Boulevard ( See C ( 2 ) attached)
( 3 ) Consideration of application for Class B Liquor
License by AAME, Inc. , d/b/a Dino ' s Finer Food,
465 Summit Street . This application was tabled
to the September Meeting at the July 5 , 1989
Liquor Commission Meeting ( See C ( 3 ) attached )
( 4 ) Consideration of correspondence with Minnie
Womack, d/b/a First Stop Liquors , 920 Villa
Street ( See C ( 4 ) attached )
( 5 ) Consideration of Police Report re 212 Club ,
212 Ball Street ( See C ( 5 ) attached )
( D) Adjournment
Elgin Liquor Commission Meeting
few October 4 , 1989
Page 1
Mayor VanDeVoorde called the meeting to order at 4 : 05 p .m.
Members present : Councilman Fox and Mayor VanDeVoorde. Absent :
Councilman Walters .
Request from Osco Drug to allow the sale of alcoholic beverages
at 9 :00 a.m. , on Sunday, Christmas and New Year' s Eve.
The Commission felt there was ample time for purchases on
Saturday, the day before, and Alcoholic beverages should not
be sold prior to 12 : 00 Noon on Sunday, as provided in the
City Ordinance .
Councilman Fox made a motion, seconded by Mayor VanDeVoorde
to deny the subject request . Yeas : Councilman Fox and Mayor
VanDeVoorde.
The City Clerk will advise Osco Drug.
Poker Machines in Liquor Establishments
As a result of a survey, requested by the Liquor Commission,
the Police Department reported there are six establishments
who do not have licensed machines .
The City Clerk will turn this list over to the Finance Department
for billing and collection.
Mayor VanDeVoorde stated he would like the Police Department
to inform these establishments that these machines are not
to be used for gambling purposes .
Consideration of application for Class B Liquor License by
T.D. Koch, Inc . , d/b/a/ 7-Eleven , 776 Walnut Avenue.
Councilman Fox made a motion, seconded by Mayor VanDeVoorde
to approve the subject license. Yeas : Councilman Fox and
Mayor VanDeVoorde. Nays : None .
Consideration of application for Class B Liquor License by
AAME , Inc. , d/b/a Dino ' s Finer Foods , 465 Summit Street .
Councilman Fox made a motion, seconded by Mayor VanDeVoorde
to remove this item from the table. Yeas : Councilman Fox
and Mayor VanDeVoorde. Nays : None.
Paul Slaby and Steve Bone stated only two code matters were
not completed . As earlier reported there is a leak in the
roof in the produce area. Mr. Slaby stated the roof is in
the process of being repaired.
Elgin Liquor Commission Meeting
October 4 , 1989
Page 2
The pop machine at the front entrance to the store must be
moved to provide access to the eastside of the building. Mr.
Bone is to follow-up on this item.
Mayor VanDeVoorde made a motion, seconded by Councilman Fox
to approve the subject license . Yeas : Councilmen Fox and Mayor
VanDeVoorde. Nays : None.
Kin Sang, Inc. , d/b/a Shanghai Restaurant , 11 Douglas Avenue . ,
Complaint and Notice to Produce .
Attorney Fred Steffen appeared on behalf of Niphon and Monta
Jiranboonkul , the alleged contract purchasers of the Shanghai
Restaurant . Mr. Steffen stated the documents requested in
the Notice to Produce were not in his possession, and that
Attorney Jeff Rifken represented Kin Sang, Inc . , the holder
of the restuarant liquor license .
Mr. Steffen further stated that his clients were only acting
as the managers of this establishment , although there was a
contract to purchase.
eow Attorney Blondin stated the documents requested would reflect
if the Jiranboonkul ' s had been paid as employees , and the payment
of bills and tax returns had been made by Kin Sang, Inc. Mr.
Blondin further pointed out that a letter from Attorney Steffen
postmarked August 31, 1989 , received by the City on September
5 , 1989 , indicated the purchase of this restaurant by his clients
on July 18 , 1989 .
Councilman Fox made a motion, seconded by Mayor VanDeVoorde
to serve notice on Kin Sang, Inc . , and to continue this proceeding
to Monday, October 9 , 1989 , at 4 :00 p.m. Yeas : Councilmen
Fox and Mayor VanDeVoorde . Nays : None .
A complete transcript of these proceedings will be available .
Adjournment
Councilman Fox made a motion, seconded by Mayor VanDeVoorde
to adjourn the meeting. Yeas : Councilman Fox and Mayor VanDeVoorde.
Nays : None. The meeting adjourned at 4 .45 p.m.
Marie Yearmar?, City Clerk
Elgin Liquor Commission Re-Adjourned Meeting
October 9 , 1989
Page 1
The meeting was called to order by Mayor VanDeVoorde . Members
present : Councilmen Fox, Walters and Mayor VanDeVoorde. Absent :
None .
Kin Sang, Inc . d/b/a Shanghai Restaurant , 11 Douglas Avenue
Attorney Blondin advised the Commission that Attorney Jeff
Rifken , who represents Kin Sang, Inc . , could not be present
today because it is a Jewish Holiday.
Councilman Walters made a motion, seconded by Councilman Fox
to continue this matter to Wednesday, October 11, 1989 , at
4 : 00 p.m. Yeas : Councilmen Fox, Walters and Mayor VanDeVoorde.
Nays : None.
Adjournment
Councilman Walters made a motion, seconded by Councilman Fox
to adjourn the meeting. Yeas : Councilmen Fox, Walters and
Mayor VanDeVoorde. Nays : None . The meeting adjourned at 4 : 10
p.m.
Marie Yearma , City Clerk
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Liquor Commission Meeting - Continued Meeting from October 9 ,1989
October 11, 1989
Page 1
Shanghai Restaurant , 11 Douglas Avenue
Attorney Steffen and Attorney Rifken stated that if the Liquor
Commission would continue this matter and give them a week,
they would produce the proper documents showing the new shareholders ,
and the resignation of the former shareholders . The attorneys
also agreed to pay the City $250 .00 towards the costs involved
in these hearings .
Councilman Walters made a motion, seconded by Councilman
Fox to continue this matter to October 25 , 1989 at 6 : 00 p.m.
Yeas : Councilmen Fox, Walters and Mayor VanDeVoorde. Nays :
None.
(A transcript of these proceedings is available)
Adjournment
Councilman Walters made a motion, seconded by Councilman
Fox to adjourn the meeting. Yeas : Councilmen Fox, Walters
and Mayor VanDeVoorde . Nays : None .
The meeting was adjourned at 4 : 30 p.m.
Marie Yearman, City Clerk
rm. ELGIN LIQUOR COMMISSION
Special Meeting 6 : 00 P.M. October 25 , 1989
(A) Call to Order
( B ) Roll Call
( C ) Other Business
( 1 ) Consideration of application of Class AA
Liquor License for Max & Marges , 1151 Bluff
City Blvd. ( See C ( 1 ) attached )
( 2 ) Kin Sang, Inc . d/b/a Shanghai Restaurant ,
11 Douglas Avenue ( Continued from October 11,
1989 )
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( D) Adjournment
Elgin Liquor Commission Meeting
October 25 , 1989
Page 1
The meeting was called to order at 6 : 00 p.m. , by Mayor VanDeVoorde.
Members present : Councilmen Fox, Walters and Mayor VanDeVoorde .
Absent : None.
Consideration of application of Class AA Liquor License for
Max & Marges , 1151 Bluff City Blvd.
The City Clerk stated all documents required for this issuance
of the subject license had been submitted, with the exception
of the liquor liability insurance.
Chapin Wood, owner of the subject property requested consideration
of the license fees , since he had already paid these fees
to the County of Cook. Said license fees run from May to
May of each year, and there is no rebate available to Mr.
Wood from Cook County.
The Commission agreed that since this was an involuntarily
annexation to the City of Elgin, Mr. Wood should not be penalized
by paying duplicate fees to the City. The Commission directed
Attorney Blondin to prepare an ordinance , which would provide
for the abatement of an amount equal to the fee paid to the
county for a license in effect on the date of annexation.
Mr. Wood is to funish the City Clerk with evidence of said
fee payment to the County.
Councilman Walters made a motion, seconded by Councilman Fox
to approve the issuance of the subject license, subject to
submission of liquor liability insurance coverage. Yeas :
Councilmen Fox, Walters and Mayor VanDeVoorde. Nays : None.
Kin Sang, Inc . d/d/a Shanghai Restaurant , 11 Douglas Avenue.
Attorney Rif ken, representing Shui Wan Ng and Kin S . Ng, who
previously owned all 1, 000 shares in Kin Sang Inc , the corporation
owing the liquor license for the Shanghai Restaurant , advised
the Commission there has been a change in the ownership in
that over 5% of the corporate shares previousl issued have
been transferred to two other individuals that being 55 shares
to Nipon Jirangboonkul and 55 shares to Monta Jirangboonkul.
Other than this change in ownership, Kin Sang Inc. still maintains
and does business as the Shanghai Restaurant in Elgin, and
will do so in the future.
Elgin Liquor Commission Meeting
r October 25 , 1989
Page 2
The Commission requested that the City Clerk be furnished
with executed copies of the stock certificates in the names
of Nipon Jirangboonkul and Monta Jirangboonkul.
The Commission further felt that since this transaction did
not follow the requirements of the City Code , and necessitated
a formal hearing, the City should be reimbursed in the amount
of $250 . 00 , to be applied towards the cost of the court reporter.
Attorney Rifken and Attorney Steffen stated they would comply
with the Commission ' s directions and they would also reimburse
the City the amount of $250 . 00 .
Mayor VanDeVoorde requested that Attorney Blondin review the
Code relating to the stock transfer of liquor licenses .
Councilman Walters made a motion, seconded by Councilman Fox to
approve the subject stock transfer, subject to compliance
with the aforesaid directions and reimbusement . Yeas : Councilmen
Fox, Walters and Mayor VanDeVoorde. Nays : None .
eft.
Adjournment
Councilman Fox made a motion, seconded by Councilman Walters
to adjourn the meeting. Yeas : Councilmen Fox, Walters and
Mayor VanDeVoorde. Nays : None.
The meeting adjounred at 6 :15 p.m.
Marie Yearman, City Clerk
ELGIN LIQUOR COMMISSION MEETING
Regular Meeting 4:00 P.M. November I, 1989
(A) Call to Order
(B) Roll Call
(C) Other Business
(I) Consideration of Application for a Class E Liquor License by Milano's Pizza,
Inc., d/b/a Pepper Mill, 802 Villa Street (See C(l) Attached)
(D) Adjournment
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�F. ELGIN LIQUOR COMMISSION MEETING
November I, 1989
The meeting was called to order by Councilman Walters at 4:20 p.m. in the Council
Conference Room. Members present: Councilmen Fox and Walters. Absent: Mayor
VanDeVoorde.
Councilman Fox made a motion, seconded by Councilman Walters, to appoint Councilman
Walters as chairman pro tern. Yeas: Councilmen Fox and Walters. Nays: None.
Consideration of Application for a Class E Liquor License by Milano's Pizza, Inc., d/b/a
Pepper Mill, 802 Villa Street
Attorney Dan Blondin advised the commission that the application of the Pepper Mill is
defective in that it fails to identify a resident manager. The commission has the option
to table or reject the application.
Councilman Fox made a motion, seconded by Councilman Walters, to table the applica-
tion until the next regularly scheduled meeting of December 6, 1989. Yeas: Councilmen
Fox and Walters. Nays: None.
The commission directed Attorney Blondin to send a letter to the applicant advising them
of the defect.
Consideration of Application for a Class A Liquor License by A.E.J. Restaurant, Inc.,
d/b/a "Bookbinders" and "Memories"
Attorney Dan Blondin informed the commission that an application had been received for
"Bookbinders" and "Memories" necessitating the scheduling of a public hearing. A public
hearing for the consideration of this application is set for November 21, 1989 at
6:00 p.m. in the Council Conference Room.
Adjournment
Councilman Fox made a motion, seconded by Councilman Walters, to adjourn the
meeting. Yeas: Councilmen Fox and Walters. Nays: None.
The meeting was adjourned at 4:25 p.m.
Nancy `�a-'-�--
RoJlll Deputy Clerk
ELGIN LIQUOR COMMISSION MEETING
Special Meeting 4:00 P.M. November 27, 1989
(A) Call to Order
(B) Roll Call
(C) Other Business
(I) Consideration of Application for a Class A Liquor License by A.E.J.
Restaurant Inc., d/b/a "Bookbinders" and "Memories", 50 N. Spring Street
(See C(I) Attached)
(2) Consideration of Application for a Class E Liquor License by Milano's Pizza,
Inc. d/b/a "Pepper Mill", 802 Villa Street (This Item Must be Removed from
the Table) (See C(2) Attached)
(D) Adjournment
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/"*' ELGIN LIQUOR COMMISSION MEETING
November 27, 1989
The special meeting was called to order by Mayor VanDeVoorde at 4:00 p.m. in the
Council Conference Room. Members present: Councilmen Fox, Walters and Mayor
VanDeVoorde. Absent: None.
Consideration of Application for a Class A Liquor License by A.E.J. Restaurant, Inc.,
d/b/a "Bookbinders" and "Memories", 50 N. Spring Street
An application for a Class A liquor license was received from A.E.J. Restaurant, Inc.
The application is deficient only in that it does not include the Articles of Incorporation
from the State of Illinois.
Councilman Walters made a motion, seconded by Councilman Fox, to approve the
application subject to receipt of the Articles of Incorporation and Dram Shop insurance.
Yeas: Councilmen Fox, Walters and Mayor VanDeVoorde. Nays: None.
Consideration of Application for a Class E Liquor License by Milano's Pizza, Inc., d/b/a
"Pepper Mill", 802 Villa Street
Councilman Fox made a motion, seconded by Councilman Walters, to remove this item
from the table. Yeas: Councilmen Fox, Walters and Mayor VanDeVoorde. Nays: None.
An application for a Class E liquor license was received from Milano's Pizza, Inc. The
Planning Department has determined that the subject property has adequate space to
park 55 vehicles. The current ordinance requires 96 off-street parking spaces for a
restaurant use. The status of the parking lot is lawful nonconforming due to its estab-
lishment as a parking lot prior to the passage of the city's parking lot ordinance.
Councilman Walters made a motion, seconded by Councilman Fox, to approve the
application subject to receipt of Dram Shop insurance. Yeas: Councilmen Fox, Walters
and Mayor VanDeVoorde. Nays: None.
Aunt Mary's Restaurant
Attorney Blondin informed the commission that he received notice of a change in stock
ownership. No action is necessary on the part of the commission.
Adjournment
Councilman Walters made a motion, seconded by Councilman Fox, to adjourn the
meeting. Yeas: Councilmen Fox, Walters and Mayor VanDeVoorde. Nays: None.
The meeting was adjourned at 4:10 p.m.
Nancy Roll, Deputy Clerk