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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1991 Liquor Commission NOTICE OF SPECIAL MEETING PURSUANT TO THE OPEN MEETINGS ACT, notice is hereby given that the reconvened Advisory Ad Hoc Committee for the BASSETT Training Program will conduct a special meeting on January 15, 1991, at 4 p.m in the Council Conference Room of the Elgin Municipal Building, 150 Dexter Court, Elgin, Illinois . The purpose of this meeting is to consider possible amendments to the ordinance pertaining to the BASSET training requirements . DATED: January 9, 1991 . CITY OF ELGIN Dolonna Mecum Elgin City Clerk AGENDA SPECIAL MEETING RECONVENED ADVISORY AD HOC COMMITTEE BASSET TRAINING PROGRAM JANUARY 15, 1991 4 P.M. COUNCIL CONFERENCE ROOM NORTH TOWER, MUNICIPAL BUILDING 1 . Call to Order 2 . Roll Call 3 . Consideration of possible amendments to BASSET Training Program requirements 4 . Consideration of procedures for record-keeping and enforcement of BASSET program 5 . Adjournment eluk ADVISORY AD HOC COMMITTEE BASSET TRAINING PROGRAM MINUTES OF SPECIAL MEETING JANUARY 15, 1991 The meeting was called to order at 4 : 05 p.m. in the Council Conference Room by Chairperson Cheryl Popple. ROLL CALL Roll call was answered by Committeemembers Thomas S. .LoCascio, Richard Wicknick, George Arsonidis, Kevin McCarty, Warren Danielson, Loni Mecum, Michael Gehrman, and Len Didier. Absent: Joseph D. Rosenfeld. Attending as guests were Maria Costas, instructor with the T. I .P.S. program, Detective Sean Beane of the Hanover Park Police Department and instructor of the BASSET course at William Rainey Harper Community College and Jerry Mowinski, an Elgin liquor licensee. INTRODUCTORY REMARKS Chairperson Popple told the group that when the BASSET training ordinance (No. G59-88) was passed in 1988 it was believed by members of the BASSET Advisory Committee that all liquor servers would undergo training at either Harper or Elgin Community College. In the last few years it has come to the Commission' s attention that there are many state certified BASSET programs with various curricula, etc. SPEAKER - THOMAS LO CASCIO Mr. LoCascio, a BASSET instructor at Harper and Elgin Community College, addressed the group telling them that he is currently working with Illinois Department of Alcohol and Substance Abuse to develop a model curriculum for all BASSET programs by June, 1991. By June, 1992, it is the state's intent that all programs in Illinois be uniform. Mr. LoCascio recognizes that the diversity of businesses make it difficult economically to send staff to four sessions, three hours each, but feels that the curriculum cannot be altered without losing vital information. He makes the following recommendations for training various personnel in different businesses : Type A - 12 hour program for businesses where 40% or more of sales are derived from the sale of alcohol . The license holder and high management should have this type of training. At least one person with this Type A training must be on duty at all times the establishment is open. Businesses of this type, (example, bars Minutes of Special Meeting January 15, 1991 Page 2 .package liquor stores) historically have a higher number of police incident reports . Type B - 8 hour program for businesses where under 40% of sales are derived from the sale of alcohol . This would apply to business such as Pizza Hut, which are considered low risk in terms of police incidents . Type C - 3 hour program for businesses where 10% or less of their sales are derived from the sale of alcohol. This category would include off-premise consumption establishments such as large grocery chains like Eagles . Mr. Wicknick questioned the need for underage checkers at the Eagle Store to undergo BASSET training. Mr. LoCascio told the group that selling liquor to people who are carrying out liquor is very difficult because you have to make an instant determination as to the extent of intoxication. At a restaurant or bar, an employee can see the problem develop. Chairperson Popple remarked that any changes in the BASSET ordinance would need to be uniform for all businesses in every regard. Eagles, or establishments who have employees under 21 years of age, could not be exempted. Members of the committee also stated that on-premise training would be very helpful to many businesses . Mr. LoCascio stated that he felt the classroom was a better place to train and encourages better retention of the materials presented. Mr. LoCascio tests students before the course, and they average scores between 55 and 100; after the course test scores average 80 to 100. Rarely does someone fail the course, and when they do, it is almost always a language problem. His BASSET course is available in Spanish, and interpretation is also available for other languages. Since the inception of this course at ECC, 600-700 people have been trained there, and close to 2,000 at Harper. SPEAKER- DETECTIVE SEAN BEANE - HANOVER PARK POLICE Detective Beane spoke regarding enforcement of the BASSET program. In Hanover Park the same two specially trained officers are consistently used to check bars. Employees who have completed BASSET training are issued a card. The employee must have the BASSET card and one other piece of identification at all times when he/she is working. A chart is kept for each business and shows the date, time and officers names who were at the place of business . The employees of the establishment are also listed. Officers are in plain clothes and do walk-throughs, looking for sales of liquor to minors or other infractions in addition to BASSET enforcement. A licensee requiring Type A training in Hanover Minutes of Special Meeting January 15, 1991 Page 3 r Park ,would have a check of this nature two or three times a month. Other establishments with less problems would have fewer checks . The officers attempt to blend in and do not call attention to themselves . If they have checked an employee' s BASSET status in the past, they remember and do not need to repeat this action. When an employee is found without BASSET certification, a warning is issued. If several warnings are given and the situation persists a report is made by the police and the information given to the Local Liquor Control Commission. Mr. Didier questioned what we gain by that much checking of liquor establishments? Deputy Chief Danielson responded that the police achieve visibility as well as employee awareness when these types of checks are done. Members of the Committee questioned how BASSET certification is currently enforced. Deputy Chief Danielson responded that the police do not at the current time have a systematic enforcement procedure for the liquor establishments . Loni Mecum stated that when liquor licenses are renewed, BASSET certification is routinely checked. Loni Mecum mentioned that in the past owners of liquor establishments in Elgin have complained about cancelled classes at ECC and Harper because of insufficient enrollment. If the City of Elgin is going to mandate this training, it must be available. Mr. LoCascio and Detective Bean both responded that the community colleges have both been working to correct this problem and that now every month there is a class at either Harper or ECC or both. Chairperson Popple questioned whether informative newsletters, etc. regarding this field would be helpful to the liquor license holders and members of the Local Liquor Control Commission. Mr. LoCascio said there are none presently available through the community colleges . SPEAKER - MARIA COSTAS - T. I .P.S. Ms . Costas, an instructor for TIPS, a BASSET DASA approved program, told the group that this program is available in every state of the United States and ten other countries . Over 10,000 people have been trained by TIPS staff. TIPS offers a six hour program which can be done at one time or in increments of three hours and three hours back to back. There are programs available for parents, social hosts and concessionaires . The cost is $30.00 per person. r" She is available to train people with two weeks notification and asks for a minimum of ten students in each class . Ms. Costas will go the the business establishment and train Minutes of Special Meeting January 15, 1991 Page 4 people at any time that is convenient. She has also trained people at Moose Lodges and other sites of this nature. Mr. Arsonidis remarked that a flexible and convenient program with availability and ease of attendance, such as TIPS, is a great asset for employees and employers. Chairperson Popple remarked that although the original BASSET Advisory Committee had intended that the ordinance pertaining to BASSET training require that all liquor establishment employees go through the training at Elgin Community College or Harper College, the ordinance which was passed provided that any state-certified BASSET program qualified. In that there are now a number of programs available, of varying lengths and content, this would be a good time to do additional research on the matter. Chairperson Popple surveyed the committee members with reference to their views on having different levels of training. The majority felt that there is a definite need for various levels of training for different types of establishments and different employees, but that it needs to be looked at carefully and thoroughly. Note: 1) Concern was shown over using percent of sales as the only criteria for training. (Example: gasoline combination - liquor stores may fall below 40%. ) 2) Clarification was requested by members as to the age of clerks being able to sell liquor for off-premise consumption. Further, can an under-age clerk by-pass the ordinance by having a customer push the merchandise key or "scan" the liquor? This needs to be clarified. 3) A once-a-year meeting between license holders, the Liquor Commission and the Police Department was suggested. It was also suggested that this meeting be held separately for off-premise and on-premise license holders. 4) A suggestion was made to extend the time to complete BASSET training from 60 days to 90 days . Minutes of Special Meeting January 15, 1991 Page 5 Adjournment A motion was made to adjourn the meeting by Committeeman Didier and Committeeman Arsonidis seconded the motion. Meeting adjourned at 5 :55 p.m. 7-- ) Burly Matovich r NOTICE OF SPECIAL MEETING LIQUOR CONTROL COMMISSION PURSUANT TO THE OPEN MEETINGS ACT, notice is hereby given that the Local Liquor Control Commission will conduct a special meeting on January 16, 1991, at 3 :55 p.m. in the Mayor's Office located in the South Tower, Elgin City Hall, 150 Dexter Court, Elgin, Illinois . The purpose of this meeting is consideration of a request to amend Elgin Municipal Code to extend hours of sale on Sundays for state or national convention. DATED: January 14 , 1991 . CITY OF ELGIN Dolonna Mecum eft Elgin City Clerk ELGIN LIQUOR CONTROL COMMISSION MAYOR' S OFFICE SOUTH TOWER, ELGIN CITY HALL Special Meeting 3 : 55 p.m. January 16, 1991 (A) Call to Order (B) Roll Call (C) Other Business ( 1) Consideration of request to amend Elgin Municipal Code to extend hours of sale on Sundays for state or national conventions (See C{1} attached) (D) Adjournment ELGIN LIQUOR CONTROL COMMISSION MEETING JANUARY 16, 1991 SPECIAL MEETING The special meeting of the Liquor Control Commission was called to order at 3 :57 p.m. in the Mayor' s Office, South Tower, Elgin City Hall, by Commission Chairman George VanDeVoorde. Members present: Commissioners Fox, Moylan and Chairman VanDeVoorde. Absent: None. Consideration of request to amend Elgin Municipal Code to extend hours of sale on Sundays for state or national conventions Commissioner Fox made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Moylan, as follows : 1 . To recommend to the City Council passage of an ordinance amending Chapter 6 . 06, entitled "Alcoholic Liquor Dealers, " of the Elgin Municipal Code, 1976, as Amended, by amending Section 6 . 06 . 140B as follows : a. Changing the term "late-hour" sales and service e'` to "expanded-hour" sales and service. b. Changing the closing time on January 1 of each year from 5 p.m. to 3 p.m. 2 . Granting the request of Elgin Lanes, who will be hosting part of the 62nd Annual Illinois Women' s Bowling Tournament, involving approximately 12,000 bowlers, to begin serving alcoholic liquor at 9 a.m. on the following Sundays : February 3, 10, 17 and 24 ; March 3, 10, 17 and 24; April 7, 14 and 28; and May 5, 12 and 19, 1991 . Yeas : Commissioner Fox, Moylan, and Chairman VanDeVoorde. Nays : None. Adjournment Commissioner Moylan made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Fox, to adjourn the meeting. Yeas : Commissioners Fox, Moylan, and Chairman VanDeVoorde. Nays : None. Meeting adjourned at 4 : 03 p.m. rft 9, ,;, Dolonna Mecum, City Clerk ELGIN LIQUOR CONTROL COMMISSION MEETING Council Conference Room Regular Meeting 4 p.m. February 6, 1991 (A) Call to Order (B) Roll Call (C) Approval of Minutes : Minutes of June through December 1990 Meetings (See C{1} attached) Minutes of January 16, 1991 Special Meeting (See C{2} attached) (D) Other Business 1 . Continued Consideration of Application for Class A Liquor License by Mattie M. Jones for 15 North State Street (Barley & Hops, Ltd. ) - Material previously furnished 2 . Continued Consideration of Request of Marriott Corporation for Liquor License for Special Functions at 2500 Westfield Drive (First Chicago Corporation) (See D{2} attached) 3 . Public Hearing Regarding Southland Corporation, d/b/a 7-Eleven Store No. 13408, at 975 North McLean Boulevard, Class B Liquor License No. 2032 - Violation of Elgin Municipal Code 6 . 06 . 140(L) - Sale of Liquor to a Minor (See D{3} attached) 4 . Consideration of Application for Class AA Liquor License by Mary Ann Bollman, d/b/a MAB, Inc. , for restaurant/bar at 297 South McLean Boulevard ( f/k/a Thomas ' Boulevard Tap) (See D{4} attached) 5 . Consideration of Application for Class G (temporary) Alcoholic Liquor License for Sale on Church Premises by St. Thomas More Church, 175 North Lyle Avenue, on March 16 , 1991, for St. Patrick' s Day Party (See D{5} attached) 6 . Memorandum regarding Change in Stock Ownership of Red Fox Restaurant ( f/k/a Aunt Mary' s Restaurant located adjacent to Howard Johnson Motel) (See D{6} attached) 7 . Miscellaneous (E) Adjournment r � ELGIN LIQUOR CONTROL COMMISSION MEETING February 6, 1991 The meeting was called to order at 4 p.m. in the Council Conference Room by Commission Chairman, George VanDeVoorde. Members present: Commissioner Fox and Chairman VanDeVoorde. Absent: Commissioner Moylan. Approval of Minutes Commissioner Fox made a motion, seconded by Chairman VanDeVoorde, to approve the minutes of the Liquor Commission for the period from June through December 1990, and to approve the minutes of the special Liquor Commission meeting on January 16, 1991 . Yeas : Commissioner Fox and Chairman VanDeVoorde. Nays : None. Continued consideration of Application for Class A liquor license by Mattie M. Jones for 15 North State Street (Barley & Hops, Ltd. ) For the record, Commission Chairman VanDeVoorde informed the applicant that the City is interested in purchasing the property on which Barley & Hops, Ltd. is located. The recommendation to purchase the entire block may be part of the Center City Plan to be adopted. It is possible that the liquor license might not be renewed for this location--if the City does purchase the property. Commissioner Fox made a motion, seconded by Chairman VanDeVoorde, to approve the subject application. Commissioner Fox made a motion, seconded by Chairman VanDeVoorde, to amend the main motion by making approval of the application subject to compliance with all code requirements . Yeas : Commissioner Fox and Chairman VanDeVoorde. Nays : None. Thereafter, the amended main motion was voted on. Yeas: Commissioner Fox and Chairman VanDeVoorde. Nays : None. Continued consideration of request of Marriott Corporation for liquor license for special functions at 2500 Westfield Drive - First Chicago Corporation Commissioner Fox made a motion, seconded by Chairman VanDeVoorde, to approve the aforementioned application, to correct the title of the proposed ordinance, to change the placement of the phrase, "on a not-for-profit basis, " to set the license fee for this class at $850, and to recommend approval of the ordinance by the City Council . Yeas : Commissioner Fox and Chairman VanDeVoorde. Nays : None. Liquor Commission Minutes February 6, 1991 Page 2 egilk Public hearing regarding Southland Corporation d/b/a 7-Eleven Store No. 13408, at 975 North McLean Boulevard, Class B Liquor License No. 2032 - Violation of Elgin Municipal Code 6 . 06 . 140(L) - Sale of Liquor to a Minor Howard Aubert, Southland Corporation Field Representative, appeared on behalf of the licensee, and pled guilty to the charge alleged. Chairman VanDeVoorde made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Fox, that 7-Eleven Store No. 13048 be found guilty of the aforementioned violation. Yeas : Commissioner Fox and Chairman VanDeVoorde. Nays : None. Commissioner Fox made a motion, seconded by Chairman VanDeVoorde, to impose a fine of $750, plus costs . Yeas : Commissioner Fox and Chairman VanDeVoorde. Nays : None. Consideration of Application for Class AA Liquor License by Mary Ann Bollman, d/b/a MAB, Inc . , for restaurant/bar at 297 South McLean Boulevard ( f/k/a Thomas ' Boulevard Tap) Kevin McCarty, attorney for applicant, informed the Commission that the above application simply involves a paper transfer. Mary Ann Bollman is the 100 percent shareholder of Thomas ' Boulevard Tap, Inc. , which will transfer the stock into a new corporation known as MAB, Inc . Ms . Bollman will also be the 100 percent shareholder of the new corporation. The building is being remodeled, and the business will operate primarily as a restaurant. Chairman VanDeVoorde made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Fox, to approve the above application, to waive payment of a new fee, and to change the name of the owner/licensee to MAB, Inc. Yeas : Commissioner Fox and Chairman VanDeVoorde. Nays : None. Consideration of application for Class G (temporary) liquor license for sale on church premises by St. Thomas More Church, 215 Thomas More Drive, on March 16, 1991, for St. Patrick' s Day Party Commissioner Fox made a motion, seconded by Chairman VanDeVoorde, to approve the aforementioned application. Yeas : Commissioner Fox and Chairman VanDeVoorde. Nays : None. Mr. Siete, appearing on behalf of St. Thomas More Church, asked whether it is possible, once a year, to furnish the City Clerk with a certificate of insurance to cover all the special events at which liquor is served. He was advised that this could be done as long as the certificate of insurance covered all the dates for the church' s special events at which liquor is served. He was also informed, Liquor Commission Minutes February 6, 1991 Page 3 however, that it will still be necessary to appear before the Liquor Commission for each of the temporary licenses, unless they apply for all the temporary licenses at one time. Memorandum regarding Red Fox Restaurant Notice has been received by the City Clerk of a change in stock ownership of Elamco, Inc. , d/b/a Red Fox Restaurant, 1575 Dundee Avenue, adjacent to Howard Johnson Motel . No action is necessary on the part of the Commission. Consideration of Application of Espo's Country Lanes for expanded-hour sales of alcoholic liquor during Illinois Women' s Bowling Association State Tournament Chairman VanDeVoorde made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Fox, to approve the aforementioned application. Yeas : Commissioner Fox and Chairman VanDeVoorde. Nays : None. Consideration of Application of Elgin Community College for Class G (temporary) liquor license for visiting chef recognition dinner on March 5, 1991 Commissioner Fox made a motion, seconded by Chairman VanDeVoorde, to approve the aforementioned application. Yeas : Commissioner Fox and Chairman VanDeVoorde. Nays : None. Consideration of Wherehouse, Inc. and Hector's Hideout, 215 Lawrence Avenue, operating under one liquor license It was brought to the attention of the Liquor Commission that there might be two separate businesses operating at the above address under one liquor license. During an inspection of the premises, Steve Bone of BIS, was informed by Hector Hernandez that he was subleasing the north building and operating under the name of Hector's Hideout. Chairman VanDeVoorde directed that a Notice to Appear be issued requiring representative of the above businesses to appear before the Commission at the March 6, 1991, meeting to explain their business operations . Star Gas Station Update Marcy Brun, of 310 Park, appeared before the Liquor Commission with reference to the complaints previously brought to the attention of the City Council regarding the Star Gas Station at 223 Dundee Avenue. Steve Bone of BIS reported that almost all of the violations have been corrected. Liquor Commission Minutes February 6, 1991 Page 4 Chairman VanDeVoorde requested that the City Clerk follow up on determining whether there has been a change in ownership. Ms . Brun requested that careful consideration be given prior to renewal of a liquor license for this establishment. Adjournment Commissioner Fox made a motion, seconded by Chairman VanDeVoorde, to adjourn the meeting. Yeas : Commissioner Fox and Chairman VanDeVoorde. Nays : None. Meeting adjourned at 4 :55 p.m. ct14144A( /(11-e'C&"-- Dolonna Mecum, City Clerk ELGIN LIQUOR CONTROL COMMISSION MEETING Council Conference Room Regular Meeting 4 p.m. March 6, 1991 (A) Call to Order (B) Roll Call (C) Approval of Minutes - February 6 , 1991 (D) Other Business 1 . Consideration of Application for Class A Liquor License by Ann W. Castle, d/b/a South Side Annie's, Inc. , at 412 Bluff City Boulevard (See D{1} attached) 2 . Consideration of Application of Elgin Community College for Class G (temporary) liquor license for Fox Valley Dental Society Dinner on March 19, 1991 (See D{2} attached) 3 . Public Hearing regarding Wherehouse, Inc. (a/k/a Grocery Store Pub) , 216 Lawrence Avenue, various violations of Elgin Municipal Code 6 . 06 (See D{3} attached) 4 . Public Hearing regarding Hector' s Hideout, 216 Lawrence Avenue, violation of Elgin Municipal Code 6 . 06 - Failure to first obtain liquor license to sell, barter, transport, deliver, solicit, or receive orders for, keep or expose for sale, keep with intent to sell or furnish any alcoholic liquor for beverage purposes for sale at retail (See D{4} attached) 5 . Consideration of liquor license renewal procedures 6 . Miscellaneous business (E) Adjournment elmk ELGIN LIQUOR CONTROL COMMISSION MEETING March 6, 1991 The meeting was called to order at 4 p.m. in the Council Conference Room by Commission Chairman, George VanDeVoorde. Members present: Commissioners Fox, Moylan and Chairman VanDeVoorde. Absent: None. Approval of Minutes Commissioner Fox made a motion, seconded by Chairman VanDeVoorde, to approve the minutes of the February 6, 1991 Liquor Commission meeting. Yeas : Commissioners Fox, Moylan and Chairman VanDeVoorde. Nays : None. Consideration of Application for Class A Liquor License by Ann W. Castle, d/b/a South Side Anne's, Inc. , at 412 Bluff City Boulevard Commissioner Moylan made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Fox, to approve the aforesaid application, subject to compliance with all Elgin Municipal Code requirements. Yeas : Commissioners Fox, Moylan and Chairman VanDeVoorde. Nays : None. Public Hearing regarding Wherehouse, Inc . (a/k/a Grocery Store Pub) , 216 Lawrence Avenue, various violations of Elgin Municipal Code 6 . 06 Thomas Merwin, owner and manager of the Wherehouse, Inc . appeared pursuant to the Notice of Hearing. He informed the Commission that on January 23, 1991, no liquor was sold after 1 a.m. , although several employees and one friend of an employee were on the premises and were drinking alcoholic liquor until 3 a.m. Commissioner Fox made a motion, seconded by Chairman VanDeVoorde, that the Wherehouse, Inc . be found guilty of violating the Elgin Municipal Code by serving liquor and allowing persons to remain on the premises "after hours . " Yeas : Commissioners Fox, Moylan and Chairman VanDeVoorde. Nays : None. Commissioner Moylan made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Fox, to impose a fine of $50, plus costs . Yeas : Commissioners Fox, Moylan and Chairman VanDeVoorde. Nays: None. ,.. The City Clerk informed the Commission that she has now received a Certificate of Insurance with reference to the Wherehouse, Inc . Liquor Commission Meeting March 6, 1991 Page 2 A complete transcript of the proceedings, taken by the court reporting firm of Dave Fishman & Associates, is available. Public Hearing regarding Hector' s Hideout, 216 Lawrence Avenue, violation of Elgin Municipal Code 6 . 06 - Failure to first obtain liquor license to sell, barter, transport, deliver, solicit, or receive orders for, keep or expose for sale, keep with intent to sell or furnish any alcoholic liquor for beverage purposes for sale at retail Thomas Merwin also appeared pursuant to the Notice of Hearing sent to Hector' s Hideout. He advised the Commission that Hector' s Hideout is part of the Wherehouse, Inc. establishment owned by him. He stated that he hired Hector Hernandez, as an independent contractor, to manage the bar area known as Hector' s Hideout, and paid Hector 25 percent of the proceeds from that bar. He also stated that Mr. Hernandez had invested approximately $8,000-$10,000 in remodeling this area. The Commission stated that it believed that the Wherehouse and Hector' s Hideout were really two separate bars and should have separate liquor licenses . The Commission warned Mr. Merwin that he would have difficulty renewing his liquor license unless this matter was cleared up as well as the code violations set forth in the Bureau of Inspection Services ' report and the holding of questionable raffles and fashion shows . A complete transcript of the proceedings, taken by the court reporting firm of Dave Fishman & Associates, is available. Consideration of Application of Elgin Community College for Class G (temporary) liquor license for Fox Valley Dental Society Dinner on March 19, 1991 Commissioner Fox made a motion, seconded by Chairman VanDeVoorde, to approve the aforementioned application. Yeas : Commissioner Fox and Chairman VanDeVoorde. Nays : None. Abstain: Commissioner Moylan. Consideration of liquor license renewal procedures The Commission will consider applications for renewal of liquor licenses in April rather than waiting until the May meeting as has been the procedure in prior years . The Liquor Commission requested that they be furnished with copies of police reports for incidents occurring at liquor ,,.. establishments . At the April 3 Liquor Commission meeting, the Commission will determine which licensees will be required to appear in person before the Commission for consideration of license renewal . Liquor Commission Meeting March 6, 1991 Page 3 Adjournment Commissioner Moylan made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Fox, to adjourn the meeting. Yeas : Commissioners Fox and Moylan and Chairman VanDeVoorde. Nays: None. Meeting adjourned at 5 : 05 p.m. A6 / - Do onna Mecum, Cit Clerk NOTICE OF SPECIAL MEETING LIQUOR CONTROL COMMISSION PURSUANT TO THE OPEN MEETINGS ACT, notice is hereby given that the Local Liquor Control Commission will conduct a special meeting on March 13, 1991, at 5 : 30 p.m. in the Council Conference Room located in the North Tower, Elgin City Hall, 150 Dexter Court, Elgin, Illinois . The purpose of this meeting is to approve a new form for the Application for Alcoholic Liquor License. DATED: March 13, 1991 . CITY OF ELGIN Dolonna Mecum Elgin City Clerk r rbk ELGIN LIQUOR CONTROL COMMISSION MEETING Council Conference Room Special Meeting 5:30 p.m. March 13, 1991 (A) Call to Order (B) Roll Call (C) Other Business Consideration of new form for "Application for Alcoholic" Liquor License (D) Adjournment r r ELGIN LIQUOR CONTROL COMMISSION MEETING March 13, 1991 Special Meeting The special meeting of the Liquor Control Commission was called to order at 5 : 30 p.m. in the Council Conference Room by Commissioner Moylan. Members present: Commissioners Fox and Moylan. Absent: Chairman VanDeVoorde. Commissioner Moylan made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Fox, to appoint Commissioner Dan Fox Chairman pro tem. Yeas : Commissioner Moylan and Chairman pro tem Fox. Nays: None. Consideration of new form for "Application for Alcoholic Liquor License" Commissioner Moylan made a motion, seconded by Chairman pro tem Fox, that a recommendation be made to the City Council to establish a policy that all liquor licensees be inspected by the Bureau of Inspection Services and the Health Department to insure code compliance. The inspection reports would be part of the criteria used for consideration of liquor license renewals in 1992 . Yeas : Commissioner Moylan and Chairman pro tem Fox. Nays : none. Chairman pro tem Fox made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Moylan, to approve the proposed form for "Application for Alcoholic Liquor License, as corrected, and to include the proposed checklist with the application. Yeas : Commissioner Moylan and Chairman pro tem Fox, Nays : None. Adjournment Commissioner Moylan made a motion, seconded by Chairman pro tem Fox, to adjourn the meeting. Yeas : Commissioner Moylan and Chairman pro tem Fox. Nays: None. Meeting adjourned at 5 : 50 p.m. Dolonna Mecu , City Clerk ELGIN LIQUOR CONTROL COMMISSION MEETING Council Conference Room Regular Meeting 4 p.m. April 3, 1991 (A) Call to Order (B) Roll Call (C) Approval of Minutes : 1) March 6, 1991 Regular Meeting 2) March 13, 1991 Special Meeting (D) Other Business 1) Review of Liquor License Renewal Applications for the period from May 1, 1991 through April 30, 1992 (E) Miscellaneous business (F) Adjournment ELGIN LIQUOR CONTROL COMMISSION MEETING April 3, 1991 The meeting was called to order at 4 : 05 p.m. in the Council Conference Room by Commission Chairman, George VanDeVoorde. Members present: Commissioners Fox, Moylan and Chairman VanDeVoorde. Absent: None. Approval of Minutes Commissioner Moylan made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Fox, to approve the minutes of the March 6, 1991 regular Liquor Commission meeting and the March 13, 1991, special Liquor Commission meeting. Yeas: Commissioners Fox, Moylan and Chairman VanDeVoorde. Nays : None. Consideration of BIS Proposal Regarding Inspections Gordon Burkart, BIS Superintendent, addressed the Commission with reference to its recommendation that all liquor licensees be inspected and that the inspection reports be part of the criteria used to consider liquor licensee renewals in 1992 . Superintendent Burkart advised the Commissioner that certain inspections are already conducted each year, including fire and health inspections . He provided a sample of a report that could be furnished to the Commission, prior to consideration of license renewals, indicating when inspections had been made and whether there were any uncorrected violations . The Commission stated that this type of report would be satisfactory. Review of Liquor License Renewal Applications for the period from May 1, 1991 through April 30, 1992 Commissioner Moylan made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Fox, to approve the following applications for liquor license renewal : Al ' s Cafe and Creamery - 43 Fountain Square Plaza American 'Legion Post #57 - 820 N. Liberty Street Bowlway Enterprises Inc. - 808 Villa Street Bubba McDuffy' s, Inc. - 1157 Bluff City Boulevard Chicago Pizza Authority - 840B Summit Street D & L Sports Enterprises, Inc. - 113 South Grove Ave. Dino's Finer Food - 465 Summit Street Eagle Food Center #261 - 306 S. McLean Boulevard Eagle Food Center #111 - 20 Tyler Creek Road Elgin Lanes - 401 Shepard Drive r. Elgin Turners - 112 Villa Street Gator' s - 297 South McLean Highland Liquors - 325 West Highland Avenue Jakes ' s Pizza & Pub - 728 West Chicago Street Liquor Control Commission Meeting April 3, 1991 Page 2 Elgin Manor Restaurant - 555 N. McLean Boulevard McLean 76 Mart - 275 South McLean Boulevard Miska' s Price Rite Liquors - 1055 N. Liberty Street Moose Lodge #799, Loyal Order of - 70 N. State St. Nite Owl, Inc. - 950 East Chicago Street Osco Drug Store #854 - 1670 Larkin Avenue Osco Drug Store #865 - 820 East Summit Street Owls Athletic Club of Elgin - 209 E. Chicago St. Price Rite Amoco- 816 St. Charles Street Price Rite Liquors - 180 Kimball Street Sports Pub - 302 South McLean Boulevard 212 Club - 212 Ball Street VFW Watch City Post #1307 - 1601 Weld Road Walgreens - 955 North McLean Avenue Walgreens - 9 Clock Tower Plaza Walnut Inn, Inc. - 214 Walnut Avenue White Hen Pantry - 333 S. McLean Boulevard Yeas : Commissioner Fox, Moylan, and Chairman VanDeVoorde. Nays : None. Commissioner Fox made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Moylan, to approve the following applications for liquor license renewal, subject to receipt of the required documents, as set forth: Book Binders & Memories - 50 North Spring Street Information regarding corporation secretary License fee Dieterles Restaurant - 550 S. McLean Boulevard Articles of Incorporation Certificate of Insurance Eaton' s Redwood Inn Ltd. - 116-118 W. Chicago Street Certificate of Insurance Elgin Restaurant & Lounge - 219 E. Chicago Street Certificate of Insurance Elgin Riverside Club - 21 Lincoln Avenue BASSET certificates of completion and registration forms Hemmens Auditorium (Liquorland Enterprises, Inc. ) - 150 Dexter Court Certificate of Insurance License fee Hoppe' s Corner, Inc. - 1075 North Liberty Street Copy of Lease Leitners Hamburgers - 992 St. Charles Street Certificate of Insurance Liquorland Enterprises, Inc. - 1341 Manor Court Certificate of Insurance License fee Articles of Incorporation Neighborhood Liquors - 805 Walnut Avenue Proof of employees ' enrollment in BASSET course Northwest Liquors - 995 N. McLean Boulevard Certificate of Insurance Palacio Restaurant - 21 North State Street Certificate of Insurance Peppermill Restaurant - 802 Villa Street Articles of Incorporation Certificate of Insurance BASSET certificates of completion License fee Pizza Hut #405168 - 1500 Larkin Avenue rArticles of Incorporation Information regarding corporation officers BASSET certificates of completion Speedway #7514 - 1570 Big Timber BASSET certificates of completion (TAM) White Hen Pantry - 1195 North McLean Boulevard License fee Yeas : Commissioners Fox, Moylan, and Chairman VanDeVoorde. Nays : None. Consideration of Barley & Hops, Ltd. Application for Renewal The Commission instructed the City Clerk to advise the applicant, Gus Fradelos, to appear before the Commission when its application for renewal is considered at the next meeting. This is for the purpose of clarifying ownership of Barley & Hops, Ltd. , in that the Commission had previously approved the application of Mattie Jones as licensee for this establishment. Consideration of Scheduling Special Meeting for Consideration of Additional Applications for Renewal A special Liquor Commission meeting was scheduled for April 24 , 1991, at 5 : 30 p.m. to consider any applications for renewal received subsequent to this meeting. Liquor Control Commission Meeting April 3, 1991 Page 4 E`er Consideration of Elgin Police Department Report of Sale of Liquor to Minor by Liquor Mart, Ltd. Commission members were furnished with a copy of the aforementioned report. They instructed the City Clerk to schedule the matter for Public Hearing at the Commission's next regular meeting on May 1, 1991 . Consideration of Memorandum with Reference to Amendment to Municipal Code Regarding Sale of Liquor by 18-Year Olds A copy of the aforementioned memorandum from Assistant Corporation Counsel, Barbara Okiesen, was distributed to the Commission members . Confusion currently exists with reference to employment in liquor establishments of persons under the age of 21 years. Chairman VanDeVoorde suggests that Elgin adopt the state statute in this regard. He requested that corporation counsel determine what the age requirements are in other area municipalities . The proposed amendment will be discussed at the May meeting. Consideration of Application for Grant to Conduct a Pilot A, B, C Level BASSET Program The City Clerk advised the Commission that she had been contacted by Tom LoCascio, BASSET instructor at ECC and Vice President of Advance Design & Concepts, which is the agency contracted by DASA to revise the BASSET curriculum guidelines . Mr. LoCascio informed the clerk that he has laid the groundwork for Elgin to obtain a grant from IDOT, if Elgin is willing to conduct the pilot three-level program. They would like to have this program started by July 1 . Commission members suggested that the Clerk discuss this proposal with BASSET Task Force Chairman, Cheryl Popple. Adjournment Commissioner Fox made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Moylan, to adjourn the meeting. Yeas : Commissioner Fox, Moylan, and Chairman VanDeVoorde. Nays : None. Meeting adjourned at 4 :55 p.m. Dolonna Mecum, Cit Clerk NOTICE OF SPECIAL MEETING LIQUOR CONTROL COMMISSION PURSUANT TO THE OPEN MEETINGS ACT, notice is hereby given that the Local Liquor Control Commission will conduct a special meeting on April 24, 1991, at 6 p.m. in the Council Conference Room located in the North Tower, Elgin City Hall, 150 Dexter Court, Elgin, Illinois . The purpose of this meeting is to consider for approval the remaining applications for renewal of 1991-1992 liquor licenses . DATED: April 19, 1991 . CITY OF ELGIN Dolonna Mecum "1°' Elgin City Clerk ELGIN LIQUOR CONTROL COMMISSION MEETING Council Conference Room Special Meeting 6 p.m. April 24, 1991 (A) Call to Order (B) Roll Call (C) Other Business 1) Consideration of 1991-19912 liquor license for Barley & Hops, Ltd. , 15 North State Street 2) Review of 1991-1992 Liquor License Renewal "k Applications not received previously (D) Adjournment ELGIN LIQUOR CONTROL COMMISSION MEETING April 24, 1991 Special Meeting The meeting was called to order at 6 p.m. in the Council Conference Room by Commission Chairman, George VanDeVoorde. Members present: Commissioners Fox, Moylan and Chairman VanDeVoorde. Absent: None. Consideration of 1991-1992 liquor license renewal application of Barley & Hops, Ltd. At the request of the Liquor Commission, applicant, Gus Fradelos, appeared to advise the Commission of the status of the sale of his business to Mattie Jones, who had received approval in February 1991 for a liquor license at this location. Mr. Fradelos stated that to date Ms . Jones had not been able to come up with funds to purchase the business . In that Mr. Fradelos was now applying for renewal of his liquor license, the Commission stated that should Ms . Jones still desire to purchase the business, it would be necessary for her to reapply for a license. Consideration of 1991-1992 liquor license renewal applications not received previously Commissioner Fox made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Moylan, to approve the following applications for liquor license renewal : Alexander' s Restaurant-1725 N. State Street Barley & Hops, Ltd. - 15 North State Street Bill ' s Tap, Inc. - 260 Brook Street Charlie' s Place - 959 Villa Street Elgin Elks Lodge #737 - 18 Villa Street Espo' s Country Lanes/Cascade Manor - 37 Ceresa Drive Gasthaus Zur Linde, Inc. - 13-15 North Grove Street Holiday Inn of Elgin - 345 West River Road Hunan Garden Restaurant - 312A South McLean Blvd. John' s Place - 835 Summit Street Liquor Mart Ltd. - 601 Cooper Avenue Marriott Corporation - 2500 Westfield Drive Neighborhood Liquors - 805 Walnut Avenue Porfis Restaurant - 230 Dundee Avenue Red Fox Restaurant - 1575 Dundee Avenue Sherlock Holmes Pub Ltd. - 500 West River Road 7-Eleven Food Store - 633 Chicago Street 7-Eleven Food Store - 957 Summit Street 7-Eleven Food Store - 776 Walnut Avenue Town Liquor - 300P South McLean Boulevard Villa Liquors - 695 Villa Street White Hen Pantry - 333 South McLean Boulevard Yeas: Commissioners Fox, Moylan, and Chairman VanDeVoorde. Nays: None. Commissioner VanDeVoorde made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Moylan, to approve the following applications for liquor license renewal, subject to receipt of the required documents, as set forth: #1 Soul Food Restaurant - 127 South Grove Avenue Certificate of Insurance Butera Foods - 3 Clock Tower Place BASSET certificates of completion Shanghai Restaurant - 11 Douglas Avenue BASSET certificates of completion Western Tap - 19 North State Street Certificate of Insurance BASSET certificates of completion Yeas : Commissioners Fox, Moylan, and Chairman VanDeVoorde. Nays : None. elk Consideration of 1991-1992 liquor license renewal application of Douglas Tap, 158 North Street Commissioner Fox made a motion, seconded by Chairman VanDeVoorde, to deny the application for renewal of Douglas Tap. Yeas : Commissioner Fox, Moylan, and Chairman VanDeVoorde. Nays : None. Announcements Ponderosa Restaurant, 1568 Larkin Avenue - the City Clerk received a letter from Ponderosa advising that it would not be renewing its liquor license and therefore would not be serving liquor after April 30, 1991 . Star Mart, 223 Dundee Avenue - the application received by the City Clerk was from Kwick Mart, Inc. The applicant was advised that since the prior license holder was Atlantic Western Corporation, this application would have to be treated as an application for a new license. This would require posting the public hearing sign, appearing before the Liquor Commission, and paying the $10, 000 fee required for a new Class B liquor license. Jim Brown, President of Kwick Mart, Inc. , advised the City Clerk that he only had ten months remaining on his lease for these premises, and therefore he would not be submitting an application for a new license at this time. The Police Department will be advised that the Star Mart will not have a liquor license after April 30, 1991, and will be requested to monitor this facility. Adjournment Commissioner Fox made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Moylan, to adjourn the meeting. Yeas: Commissioner Fox, Moylan, and Chairman VanDeVoorde. Nays : None. Meeting adjourned at 6 :20 p.m 441.1 /4_ 42ulidimuaA.0/ All , Do onna Mecum, City Clerk ELGIN LIQUOR CONTROL COMMISSION MEETING Council Conference Room Regular Meeting 4 p.m. May 1, 1991 (A) Call to Order (B) Roll Call (C) Approval of Minutes : 1 . April 3, 1991 regular meeting 2. April 24, 1991 special meeting (D) Other Business 1 . Consideration of Application for Class A Liquor License by Uncle Paul 's Restaurant, Inc. at 1279 Dundee Avenue (See D{1} attached) 2 . Public Hearing regarding Liquor Mart, Ltd, 601 Cooper, Class B Liquor License No. 1626 - Violation of Elgin Municipal Code 6 .06 . 140(L) - Sale of liquor to a minor (See D{2} attached) 3 . Consideration of Proposal to conduct BASSET A, B, C Level Pilot Program 4 . Rescheduling June Liquor Commission Meeting 5. Miscellaneous business (E) Miscellaneous Business (F) Adjournment fek tow ELGIN LIQUOR CONTROL COMMISSION MEETING May 1, 1991 The meeting was called to order at 4 p.m. in the Council Conference Room by Commission Chairman, George VanDeVoorde. Members present: Commissioners Moylan, Yearman, and Chairman VanDeVoorde. Absent: None. Approval of Minutes Commissioner Moylan made a motion, seconded by Chairman VanDeVoorde, to approve the minutes of the April 3, 1991 regular meeting and the April 24, 1991 special meeting of the Liquor Commission as presented. Yeas: Commissioners Moylan and Chairman VanDeVoorde. Nays : None. Abstain: Commissioner Yearman. Consideration of Application for Class A Liquor License by Uncle Paul 's Restaurant, Inc. at 1279 Dundee Avenue Chairman VanDeVoorde made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Yearman, to approval the aforementioned application, subject to approval by BIS and compliance with all code requirements . Yeas : Commissioners Moylan, Yearman, and Chairman VanDeVoorde. Nays : None. Public Hearing regarding Liquor Mart, Ltd. , 601 Cooper, Class B Liquor License No. 1626 - Violation of Elgin Municipal Code 6 . 06 . 140(L) - Sale of liquor to a minor Mahadev "Mike" Patel, manager and major stockholder of Liquor Mart, Ltd. , and his attorney, Brett Anderson, appeared John Rutkowski, a minor, informed the Commission that he had purchased a twelve-pack of beer from Liquor Mart, after showing the sales clerk two forms of identification which indicated that he was 21 years old. Commissioner Moylan made a motion, seconded by Chairman VanDeVoorde, that the aforementioned charge be dropped, that Mr. Patel be warned that every one of his employees has to complete a BASSET program, and to make more prudent judgments in the future. Yeas: Commissioners Moylan, Yearman, and Chairman VanDeVoorde. Nays : None. A complete transcript of the proceedings, taken by the court reporting firm of Janson Reporting, is available. Liquor Control Commission Meeting May 1, 1991 Page 2 eft- Consideration of proposal to conduct three-tiered BASSET pilot program Thomas LoCascio presented a written report setting forth the purpose, requirements, and program outline regarding the proposal to have the City of Elgin pilot a three-tiered BASSET program. One of the requirements is that three members of the City Council attend the Elgin Community College 12-hour BASSET course and then determine what should be included in the curriculum for the three and six-hour programs . Three members of the law enforcement agency would also be required to attend the aforesaid course. George Arsonidis, one of the owners of Alexander' s Restaurant and a member of the BASSET Task Force, stated that he found the TIPS provider of the BASSET course to be more convenient because the course can be taught in one day at the licensee' s place of business . Mr. LoCascio stated that the curriculum for all the state-approved BASSET courses is not the same or comparable to the ECC and Harper courses . The state licensees for all BASSET providers will expire June 1, 1992, by which time DASA expects to have standardized curriculum requirements . The Liquor Commission members advised Mr. LoCascio that they would like to have an opportunity to review the proposal and to discuss it with Cheryl Popple, Chairman of the BASSET Task Force, prior to making a decision. Rescheduling Liquor Commission Meetings Commissioner Yearman made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Moylan, to change the time of future Liquor Commission meetings to 12 : 00 noon on the first Wednesday of each month. Yeas : Commissioners Moylan, Yearman, and Chairman VanDeVoorde. Nays : None. Adjournment Commissioner Yearman made a motion, seconded by Commissioner VanDeVoorde, to adjourn the meeting. Yeas : Commissioners Moylan, Yearman, and Chairman VanDeVoorde. Nays : None. Meeting adjourned at 5 : 15 p.m. Do onna Mecum, City Clerk ELGIN LIQUOR CONTROL COMMISSION MEETING Council Conference Room Regular Meeting 12 noon June 5, 1991 A. Call to Order B. Roll Call C. Approval of Minutes - May 1, 1991 (See C{1} attached) D. Other Business 1 . Consideration of Application for Class A Liquor License by The Hilltop, Inc. at 216 Lawrence Avenue ( f/k/a The Wherehouse, Grocery Store, etc. ) (See D{1} attached) ellbk 2 . Consideration of Application for Class G (temporary) Liquor License by St. Sophia for annual festival fund raiser July 12, 13 and 14, 1991 (See D{2} attached) 3 . Consideration of proposed ordinance amending Elgin Municipal Code to lower requirement for employee age from 21 years (material previously furnished) 4 . Consideration of proposal to pilot three-tiered BASSET program (material previously furnished) 5 . Consideration of reinstating issuance of new Class AA liquor licenses E. Miscellaneous business F. Adjournment ELGIN LIQUOR CONTROL COMMISSION MEETING June 5, 1991 The meeting was called to order at 12 p.m. in the Council Conference Room by Commission Chairman, George VanDeVoorde. Members present: Commissioners Moylan, Yearman, and Chairman VanDeVoorde. Absent: None. Announcement Chairman VanDeVoorde announced that the 16th Judicial Circuit Court has upheld the decision of the Elgin Liquor Control Commission denying renewal of the liquor license for the Douglas Tap, North Street. The Douglas Tap has the right to file an appeal with the Appellate Court within 30 days after the Court's decision. Approval of Minutes Commissioner Yearman made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Moylan, to approve the minutes of the May 1, 1991 meeting. Yeas : Commissioners Moylan, Yearman, and Chairman VanDeVoorde. . Nays : None. Consideration of Application for Class A Liquor License by The Hilltop, Inc. at 216 Lawrence Avenue Commissioner Moylan made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Yearman, to approve the aforementioned application, subject to compliance with all code requirements . Yeas : Commissioners Moylan, Yearman, and Chairman VanDeVoorde. Nays : None. Consideration of Application for Class G (temporary) Liquor License by St. Sophia for annual festival fund raiser on July 12, 13, and 14, 1991 Chairman VanDeVoorde made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Moylan, to approve the aforementioned application for a temporary liquor license. Yeas : Commissioners Moylan, Yearman, and Chairman VanDeVoorde. Nays : None. Consideration of Proposed Ordinance Amending Elgin Municipal Code to lower requirement for employee age from 21 years Commissioner Yearman made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Moylan, to direct the Legal Department to prepare a proposed ordinance amending the Elgin Municipal Code to allow for the r., selling and dispensing of alcoholic liquor by persons 18 years and older. Yeas: Commissioners Moylan, Yearman, and Chairman VanDeVoorde. Nays : None. Liquor Control Commission Meeting June 5, 1991 Page 2 It is the intent of the aforesaid amendment to allow an 18-year old person to be employed as a waitress serving alcoholic liquor, sales clerk in liquor, grocery, and convenient stores, hotel employee making room service deliveries of alcoholic liquor, etc. A person pouring, mixing, or drawing alcohlic liquor, with or without compensation, must be at least 21 years of age. Consideration of this Liquor Control Commission recommendation is to be placed on the Committee of the Whole agenda for June 12, 1991 . Consideration of proposal to pilot three-tiered BASSET program Members of the Liquor Control Commission agree with the concept of the three-tiered BASSET program. However, they have some concerns regarding the proposed requirements for conducting a pilot program. One of the requirements is that three members of the City Council attend the BASSET course at ECC and then assist in determining the criteria to be included in the three various levels . They do not believe that they have the expertise to establish curriculum and believe there are other people more qualified. They requested that the City Clerk advise Tom LoCascio of their concerns . Consideration of reinstating issuance of new Class AA liquor licenses Several Class A license holders have requested that consideration be given to issuance of a license which would allow them to sell liquor for off-premise consumption, as well as on-premise consumption. Commissioner Moylan made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Yearman, to have the City Council consider establishing a new license class which would permit a bar or restaurant to sell beer and wine only, for off-premise consumption. Yeas : Commissioners Moylan, Yearman, and Chairman VanDeVoorde. Nays : None. An ordinance had previously been passed which eliminated issuance of any new Class AA licenses (on-premises and off-premise consumption) after August 1, 1989 . Commissioner Moylan requested that the Council be furnished with any available background material which would explain the reasons for passage of the aforesaid ordinance. Consideration of Application for Exterior Sales Permit by Sherlock Holmes Pub Ltd. , 500 West River Road Commissioner Moylan made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Yearman, to approve the aforementioned application. Yeas : Commissioners Moylan, Yearman, and Chairman VanDeVoorde. Nays : None. Liquor Control Commission Meeting June 5, 1991 Page 3 Adjournment Commissioner Yearman made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Moylan, to adjourn the meeting. Yeas : Commissioners Moylan, Yearman, and Chairman VanDeVoorde. Nays: None. Meeting adjourned at 12 :45 p.m. /, • D•lonna Mecum, City Clerk e ruk 4. tow ELGIN LIQUOR CONTROL COMMISSION MEETING Council Conference Room Regular Meeting 12 p.m. July 3, 1991 A. Call to Order B. Roll Call C. Approval of Minutes - June 5, 1991 D. Other Business 1 . Consideration of Application for Class A Liquor License at 975 North McLean Boulevard ( former 7-Eleven) by Paul Toufexis (See D-1 attached) 2 . Consideration of Sunday Hours of Operation for Liquor Licensees E. Miscellaneous business F. Adjournment "' ELGIN LIQUOR CONTROL COMMISSION MEETING July 3, 1991 The meeting was called to order at 12 p.m. in the Council Conference Room by Commission Chairman, George VanDeVoorde. Members present: Commissioners Moylan, Yearman, and Chairman VanDeVoorde. Absent: None. Approval of Minutes Commissioner Yearman made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Moylan, to approve the minutes of the June 5, 1991, meeting. Yeas : Commissioners Moylan, Yearman, and Chairman VanDeVoorde. Nays : None. Consideration of Application for Class A Liquor License at 975 North McLean Boulevard ( former 7-Eleven) by Paul Toufexis Commissioner Yearman made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Moylan, to approve the aforementioned application, subject to complying with all parking requirements and any other applicable applicable ordinances . Yeas: Commissioners Moylan, Yearman, and Chairman VanDeVoorde. Nays: None. Consideration of Sunday Hours of Operation for Liquor Licensees It had been brought to the attention of the Liquor Commission, that various service organizations have been selling and serving alcoholic liquor before noon on Sundays for a number of years. In that complaints regarding this violation have been received, Commission Chairman VanDeVoorde stated that it will be necessary to either enforce the current ordinance, which prohibits the sale of alcoholic liquor before noon on Sundays, or amend the ordinance. Representatives from a number of the clubs were present and addressed the Commission. Don Johnson, Secretary of the Moose Lodge and representative for the Elgin United Civic Association, stated that the clubs have enjoyed the Sunday morning opening during the years, and it has been beneficial to them. The clubs are requesting that the opening hour for Sunday be changed from noon to 9 a.m. , and they believe this should apply to all license classes--not just the Class C licensees . Commissioner Moylan stated that she believes the ordinance prohibiting the sale of liquor before noon on Sundays may be an antiquated law which was enacted many years ago, and it should be looked at again. Elgin Liquor Control Commission July 3, 1991 Page 2 Commissioner Yearman stated that the service clubs have always supported the City with their many activities and drives. She believes it would be unfair for them not to be allowed to open before noon. Commissioner Yearman made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Moylan, to recommend to the City Council that an ordinance be passed changing the time at which liquor sales and service may commence on Sunday from 12 p.m. to 9 a.m. and to bring this recommendation to the July 10, 1991, Committee of the Whole meeting for consideration by the City Council . Yeas : Commissioners Moylan, Yearman, and Chairman VanDeVoorde. Nays: None. The City Clerk requested that the proposed ordinance to amend Chapter 6 . 06 entitled "Alcoholic Liquor Dealers" also add a section entitled "Hours of Service. " Chairman VanDeVoorde requested that the Legal Department be advised to include that provision in the proposed ordinance to be prepared for consideration. Adjournment Commissioner Moylan made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Yearman, to adjourn the meeting. Yeas : Commissioners Moylan, Yearman, and Chairman VanDeVoorde. Nays : None. Meeting adjourned at 12 : 35 p.m. // /11,, Dolonna Mecum, City Clerk r ELGIN LIQUOR CONTROL COMMISSION MEETING Council Conference Room Regular Meeting 12 p.m. August 7, 1991 A. Call to Order B. Roll Call C. Approval of Minutes - July 3, 1991 D. Other Business 1 . Consideration of Application for Class G (temporary) Liquor License by St. Joseph Catholic Church for Festival on September 7 and 8, 1991 (See D{1} attached) 2 . Memorandum regarding change of stock ownership in Red Fox Restaurant, 1575 Dundee Avenue (located adjacent to Howard Johnson Motel) (See D{2} attached) E. Miscellaneous business F. Adjournment ELGIN LIQUOR CONTROL COMMISSION MEETING August 7, 1991 The meeting was called to order at 12 p.m. in the Council Conference Room by Commission Chairman, George VanDeVoorde. Members present: Commissioners Moylan, Yearman, and Chairman VanDeVoorde. Absent: None. Approval of Minutes Commissioner Yearman made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Moylan, to approve the minutes of the July 3, 1991, meeting. Yeas : Commissioners Moylan, Yearman, and Chairman VanDeVoorde. Nays: None. Consideration of Application for Class G Liquor License by St. Joseph Catholic Church for Festival on September 7 and 8, 1991 Commissioner Yearman made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Moylan, to approve the aforementioned application. Yeas: Commissioners Moylan, Yearman, and Chairman VanDeVoorde. Nays : None. Memorandum regarding change of stock ownership in Red Fox Restaurant, 1575 Dundee Avenue (located adjacent to Howard Johnson Motel) Notice has been received by the City Clerk of a change in stock ownership of Elamco, Inc. , d/b/a Red Fox Restaurant, 1575 Dundee Avenue, adjacent to the Howard Johnson Motel . No action is necessary on the part of the Commission. Adjournment Commissioner Moylan made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Yearman, to adjourn the meeting. Yeas : Commissioners Moylan, Yearman, and Chairman VanDeVoorde. Nays : None. Meeting adjourned at 12 : 05 p.m. q ., Dolonna Mecum, City Clerk ELGIN LIQUOR CONTROL COMMISSION MEETING Council Conference Room Regular Meeting 12 p.m. September 4, 1991 A. Call to Order B. Roll Call C. Approval of Minutes - August 7, 1991 (See C attached) D. Other Business 1 . Consideration of Class G (temporary) liquor license by St. Thomas More Parish Council for Octoberfest on October 4, 1991 (See D{1} attached) 2 . Consideration of Class G (temporary) liquor license by Elgin Community College for golf outing luncheon on September 18, 1991 (See D{2} attached) 3. Consideration of Class G (temporary) liquor license by Elgin Community College for Visiting Chef Recognition dinner on September 24, 1991 (See D{3} attached) 4 . Consideration of Class G (temporary) liquor license by St. Edwards High School Booster Club and Foundation for tribute to past athletic director on September 26, 1991 (See D{4} attached) E. Miscellaneous business F. Adjournment L. ELGIN LIQUOR CONTROL COMMISSION MEETING SEPTEMBER 4, 1991 The meeting was called to order at 12 p.m. in the Council Conference Room by Commission Chairman, George VanDeVoorde. Members present: Commissioners Moylan, Yearman, and Chairman VanDeVoorde. Absent: None. Approval of Minutes - August 7 , 1991 Commissioner Moylan made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Yearman, to approve the minutes of the August 7 , 1991, meeting. Yeas : Commissioners Moylan, Yearman, and Chairman VanDeVoorde. Nays : None. Consideration of Class G (temporary) liquor license by St. Thomas More Parish Council for Octoberfest on October 4 , 1991 Commissioner Yearman made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Moylan, to approve the aforementioned application. Yeas : Commissioners Moylan, Yearman, and Chairman VanDeVoorde. Nays : None. Consideration of Class G (temporary) liquor license by Elgin Community College for golf outing luncheon on September 18, 1991 Commissioner Yearman made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Moylan, to approve the aforementioned application. Yeas : Commissioners Moylan, Yearman, and Chairman VanDeVoorde. Nays : None. Consideration of Class G (temporary) liquor license by Elgin Community College for Visiting Chef Recognition dinner on September 24, 1991 Commissioner Yearman made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Moylan, to approve the aforementioned application. Yeas : Commissioners Moylan, Yearman, and Chairman VanDeVoorde. Nays : None. Consideration of Class G (temporary) liquor license by St. Edwards High School Booster Club and Foundation for tribute to past athletic director on September 26, 1991 Commissioner Moylan made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Yearman, to approve the aforementioned application. Yeas : Commissioners Moylan, Yearman, and Chairman VanDeVoorde. Nays : None. Liquor Commission Meeting September 4, 1991 Page 2 Miscellaneous At Chairman VanDeVoorde' s request, Assistant Corporation Counsel, Michael Gehrman, gave the Commission a status report on the Douglas Tap appeal to the Appellate Court. Adjournment Commissioner Yearman made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Moylan, to adjourn the meeting. Yeas : Commissioners Moylan, Yearman, and Chairman VanDeVoorde. Nays : None. Meeting adjourned at 12 : 06 p.m. ikt34„1F Dolonna Mecum, Ci y Clerk r ELGIN LIQUOR CONTROL COMMISSION MEETING Council Conference Room Regular Meeting 12 p.m. October 2, 1991 A. Call to Order B. Roll Call C. Approval of Minutes - September 6, 1991 (See C attached) D. Other Business 1 . Consideration of Class B (package) liquor license by Yamunaji, Inc. for 1341 Manor Court (n/k/a Liquorland Enterprises, Inc. ) (See D{1} attached) 2 . Consideration of Class G (temporary) liquor license by Elgin Community College for Chicago Chefs Association Business/Dinner Meeting on October 7, 1991 (See D{2} attached) 3 . Consideration of Memorandum from Hemmens Advisory Board regarding proposed ordinance adding additional license classification for sale of liquor at Hemmens Auditorium (See D{3} attached) E. Miscellaneous business F. Adjournment r ELGIN LIQUOR CONTROL COMMISSION MEETING OCTOBER 2, 1991 The meeting was called to order at 12 : 02 p.m. in the Council Conference Room by Commission Chairman, George VanDeVoorde. Members present: Commissioners Moylan, Yearman, and Chairman VanDeVoorde. Absent: None. Approval of Minutes - September 4, 1991 Commissioner Moylan made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Yearman, to approve the minutes of the September 4, 1991, meeting. Yeas : Commissioners Moylan, Yearman, and Chairman VanDeVoorde. Nays : None. Consideration of Application for Class B (package) liquor license by Yamunaji, Inc. for 1341 Manor Court in/k/a Liquorland Enterprises, Inc. ) Commissioner Moylan made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Yearman, to approve the aforementioned application, subject to compliance with all applicable codes, furnishing certificate of insurance, articles of incorporation, proof of enrollment in BASSET course, and correcting minor housekeeping items set forth by the Bureau of Inspection Services . Yeas :. Commissioners Moylan, Yearman, and Chairman VanDeVoorde. Nays : None. Consideration of Application for Class G (temporary) liquor license by Elgin Community College for Chicago Chefs Association Business/Dinner Meeting on October 7, 1991 Commissioner Yearman made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Moylan, to approve the aforementioned application. Yeas : Commissioners Moylan, Yearman, and Chairman VanDeVoorde. Nays: None. Consideration of Memorandum from Hemmens Advisory Board regarding proposed ordinance adding additional license classification for sale of liquor at Hemmens Commissioner Moylan made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Yearman, to recommend approval to the City Council of the proposed ordinance adding an additional license classification (Class L) for the sale of alcoholic liquor at Hemmens with the annual license fee to be $100. Yeas : Commissioners Moylan, Yearman, and Chairman VanDeVoorde. Nays : None. emb. r Liquor Commission Meeting October 2, 19891 Page 2 r Consideration of Police Department Incident Report Regarding Leitner' s Hamburgers, 992 St. Charles Street Commissioner Moylan made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Yearman, to set a public hearing for November 6, 1991, with reference to the allegation that Leitner' s Hamburgers allowed patrons to consume alcohol on the premises after hours . Yeas : Commissioners Moylan, Yearman, and Chairman VanDeVoorde. Nays : None. Miscellaneous A special Liquor Commission meeting has been scheduled for October 14 , 1991, at 11 a.m. in the Council Conference Room to consider the application of Saya Enterprises, Inc. for Super Seven Store. Adjournment Commissioner Moylan made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Yearman, to adjourn the meeting. Yeas : Commissioners Moylan, Yearman, and Chairman VanDeVoorde. Nays : None. Meeting adjourned at 12 :20 p.m. r 4, Dolonna Mecum, City Clerk r ELGIN LIQUOR CONTROL COMMISSION MEETING Council Conference Room Special Meeting 11 a.m. October 14, 1991 A. Call to Order B. Roll Call C. Other Business Consideration of Application for Class B (package) liquor license by Saya Enterprises, Inc. for Super Seven Store at 776 Walnut Avenue (See CO} attached) r D. Adjournment r elk ELGIN LIQUOR CONTROL COMMISSION MEETING OCTOBER 14, 1991 SPECIAL MEETING The special meeting of the Elgin Liquor Control Commission was called to order at 11 : 02 a.m. in the Council Conference Room by Commission Chairman George VanDeVoorde. Members present: Commissioners Moylan and Chairman VanDeVoorde. Absent: Commissioner Yearman. Consideration of Application for Class B (package) liquor license by Saya Enterprises, Inc. for Super Saver Foods at 776 Walnut Avenue Commissioner Moylan made a motion, seconded by Chairman VanDeVoorde, to approve the aforementioned application, subject to compliance with all applicable ordinances . Yeas : Commissioner Moylan and Chairman VanDeVoorde. Nays: None. Adjournment Chairman VanDeVoorde made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Moylan, to adjourn the meeting. Yeas : Commissioner Moylan and Chairman VanDeVoorde. Nays : None. Meeting adjourned at 11 : 07 a.m. Ate-C - Dolonna Mecum, City Clerk ELGIN LIQUOR CONTROL COMMISSION MEETING Council Conference Room Regular Meeting 12 p.m. November 6 , 1991 A. Call to Order B. Roll Call C. Approval of Minutes 1) October 2, 1991, Regular Meeting (See C{1} attached) 2) October 14, 1991, Special Meeting (See C{2} attached) D. Other Business 1) Consideration of Application of Green Jade Restaurant, Inc. for Class A liquor license for 10 Tyler Creek Plaza (See D{1} attached) 2) Consideration of Application of Liberty Liquors, Inc. for Class B liquor license at 601 Cooper Avenue ( f/k/a Liquor Mart, Ltd. ) (See D{2} attached) 3) Consideration of Application for Class B liquor license of A & T Corporation for 7-Eleven Store at 633 East Chicago Street (See D{3} attached) 4) Consideration of Application for Class G liquor license for sale on church premises by St. Joseph Catholic Church, 272 Division Street, for November 23, 1991 (See D{4} attached) 5) Public Hearing regarding Leitner' s Hamburgers, 992 St. Charles Street, Class A Liquor License No. 2153- violation of Elgin Municipal Code 6 . 06 . 140(N) - allowing patrons to consume alcohol on the premises after 1 a.m. and violation of Elgin Municipal Code 6 . 06 . 140(F) - permitting intoxicated persons to loiter or permitting conduct tending to disturb the peace (See {D5} attached) 6 ) Consideration of an ordinance creating a Class L liquor license and permitting exterior sales (See {D6} attached) tem E. Miscellaneous Business F. Adjournment ELGIN LIQUOR CONTROL COMMISSION MEETING NOVEMBER 6, 1991 The meeting was called to order at 12 p.m. in the Council Conference Room by Commission Chairman, George VanDeVoorde. Members present: Commissioners Moylan, Yearman, and Chairman VanDeVoorde. Absent: None. Approval of Minutes - October 2, 1991, and October 14, 1991 Commissioner Moylan made a motion, seconded by Chairman VanDeVoorde, to approve the minutes of the October 2, 1991, regular meeting and the October 14, 1991, special meeting. Yeas: Commissioners Moylan, Yearman, and Chairman VanDeVoorde. Nays : None. Consideration of Application of Green Jade Restaurant, Inc. for Class A liquor license for 10 Tyler Creek Plaza Commissioner Yearman made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Moylan, to approve the aforementioned application, subject to receipt of all necessary documents and compliance with all applicable codes . Yeas : Commissioners Moylan, Yearman, and Chairman VanDeVoorde. Nays: None. Consideration of Application of Liberty Liquors, Inc. for Class B liquor license at 601 Cooper Avenue (f/k/a Liquor Mart, Ltd. ) Commissioner Moylan made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Yearman, to approve the aforementioned application, subject to completion of BIS inspection, receipt of necessary documents, and compliance with all applicable codes . Yeas : Commissioners Moylan, Yearman, and Chairman VanDeVoorde. Nays : None. Consideration of Application of A & T Corporation for Class B liquor license for 7-Eleven Store at 633 East Chicago Street Commissioner Yearman made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Moylan, to approve the aforementioned application, subject to the repairs being made, compliance with the BASSET requirements, and furnishing any other documents necessary to complete the file. Yeas : Commissioners Moylan, Yearman, and Chairman VanDeVoorde. Nays : None. Consideration of Application for Class G liquor license for sale on church premises by St. Joseph Catholic Church, 272 Division Street, for November 23, 1991 Commissioner Yearman made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Moylan, to approve the aforementioned application. Yeas: Commissioners Moylan, Yearman, and Chairman VanDeVoorde. Nays: None. Liquor Commission Meeting November 6, 1991 Page 2 Consideration of Application of Elgin Community College for Class G liquor license for Visiting Chef Dinner on November 19, 1991 Commissioner Yearman made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Moylan, to approve the aforementioned application. Yeas: Commissioners Moylan, Yearman, and Chairman VanDeVoorde. Nays : None. Public Hearing regarding Leitner' s Hamburgers, 992 St. Charles Street, Class A Liquor License No. 2153 - violation of Elgin Municipal Code 6 .06 . 140(N) - allowing patrons to consume alcohol on the premises after 1 a.m. and violation of Elgin Municipal Code 6 . 06 . 140(F) - permitting intoxicated persons to loiter or permitting conduct tending to disturb the peace Ray Papas, part owner and manager of Leitner' s Hamburgers, appeared pursuant to the Notice of Hearing with reference to the aforementioned allegations . Chairman VanDeVoorde made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Moylan, that Leitner's Hamburgers be found guilty of item one above -- violating the Elgin Municipal Code by allowing patrons to consume alcohol on the premises after 1 a.m. Yeas : Commissioners Moylan, Yearman, and Chairman VanDeVoorde. Nays : None. With reference to item two, Mr. Papas was cautioned by Chairman VanDeVoorde to remember that it is important to recognize that there is a point when a bartender has to stop serving liquor to a customer who may be intoxicated. Commissioner Moylan made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Yearman, to impose a fine of $250, plus costs, payable within 30 days after issuance of statement. Yeas : Commissioners Moylan, Yearman, and Chairman VanDeVoorde. Nays : None. A complete transcript of the proceedings, taken by the court reporting firm of Dave Fishman & Associates, is available. Consideration of an ordinance creating a Class L liquor license for Hemmens and permitting exterior sales Commissioner Yearman made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Moylan, to recommend approval of the proposed ordinance, subject to appropriate findings regarding exterior insurance coverage. Yeas : Commissioners Moylan, Yearman, and Chairman VanDeVoorde. Nays: None. Liquor Commission Meeting November 6, 1991 Page 3 Miscellaneous Jill Hoppe asked whether Jewel employees are required to take a BASSET course. She was advised that they are required to take such a course and that Jewel has its own course, which is state approved. She stated that she knows employees who have not taken the course. The City Clerk was instructed to contact the managers of the two Jewel stores to determine whether they are complying with the BASSET requirements . Adjournment Commissioner Moylan made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Yearman, to adjourn the meeting. Yeas: Commissioners Moylan, Yearman, and Chairman VanDeVoorde. Nays : None. Meeting adjourned at 12 : 40 p.m. , r A, Dolonna Mecum, City Clerk ELGIN LIQUOR CONTROL COMMISSION MEETING Council Conference Room Special Meeting 11 a.m. October 14, 1991 A. Call to Order B. Roll Call C. Other Business Consideration of Application for Class B (package) liquor license by Saya Enterprises, Inc. for Super Seven Store at 776 Walnut Avenue (See C{1} attached) rft. D. Adjournment ELGIN LIQUOR CONTROL COMMISSION MEETING OCTOBER 14, 1991 SPECIAL MEETING The special meeting of the Elgin Liquor Control Commission was called to order at 11 : 02 a.m. in the Council Conference Room by Commission Chairman George VanDeVoorde. Members present: Commissioners Moylan and Chairman VanDeVoorde. Absent: Commissioner Yearman. Consideration of Application for Class B (package) liquor license by Saya Enterprises, Inc. for Super Saver Foods at 776 Walnut Avenue Commissioner Moylan made a motion, seconded by Chairman VanDeVoorde, to approve the aforementioned application, subject to compliance with all applicable ordinances . Yeas: Commissioner Moylan and Chairman VanDeVoorde. Nays: None. Adjournment Chairman VanDeVoorde made a motion, seconded by Commissioner . Moylan, to adjourn the meeting. Yeas : Commissioner Moylan and Chairman VanDeVoorde. Nays : None. Meeting adjourned at 11:07 a.m./4(1.0_444., Dolonna Mecum, City Clerk er. ELGIN LIQUOR CONTROL COMMISSION MEETING Council Conference Room Regular Meeting 12 p.m. November 6, 1991 A. Call to Order B. Roll Call C. Approval of Minutes 1) October 2, 1991, Regular Meeting (See C{1} attached) 2 ) October 14, 1991, Special Meeting (See C{2} attached) D. Other Business 1) Consideration of Application of Green Jade Restaurant, Inc. for Class A liquor license for 10 Tyler Creek Plaza (See D{1} attached) 2) Consideration of Application of Liberty Liquors, Inc. for Class B liquor license at 601 Cooper Avenue ( f/k/a Liquor Mart, Ltd. ) (See D{2} attached) 3) Consideration of Application for Class B liquor license of A & T Corporation for 7-Eleven Store at 633 East Chicago Street (See D{3} attached) 4) Consideration of Application for Class G liquor license for sale on church premises by St. Joseph Catholic Church, 272 Division Street, for November 23, 1991 (See D{4} attached) 5) Public Hearing regarding Leitner' s Hamburgers, 992 St. Charles Street, Class A Liquor License No. 2153- violation of Elgin Municipal Code 6 . 06 . 140(N) - allowing patrons to consume alcohol on the premises after 1 a.m. and violation of Elgin Municipal Code 6 . 06 . 140(F) - permitting intoxicated persons to loiter or permitting conduct tending to disturb the peace (See {D5} attached) 6) Consideration of an ordinance creating a Class L liquor license and permitting exterior sales (See {D6} attached) E. Miscellaneous Business F. Adjournment LIQUOR CONTROL COMMISSION NOTICE OF CANCELLATION OF MEETING NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the December 4, 1991, regularly scheduled meeting of the Liquor Control Commission has been cancelled. DATED: November 27, 1991 . CITY OF ELGIN By Dolonna Mecum Elgin City Clerk r emk ELGIN LIQUOR CONTROL COMMISSION MEETING Council Conference Room Special Meeting 4 :55 p.m. October 19 , 1994 A. Call to Order B. Roll Call C. Reconsideration of Application for Illinois Suburban Soccer League, 62 Fountain Square Plaza, for End of Season Awards Dinner/Dance to be held at the Elgin Armory, 254 Raymond Street, November 13, 1994; Vendor is 212 Club, 212 Ball Street (See C) D. Adjournment e"-