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ELGIN LIQUOR CONTROL COMMISSION
NOTICE OF RESCHEDULED MEETING
Notice is hereby given that the Local Liquor Control Commission has rescheduled its
January meeting from January 3 to January 10, at 4:30 p.m. in the Second Floor Conference
Room 208, South Wing, Elgin City Hall, 150 Dexter Court, Elgin, Illinois.
The application of a corporation known as White Pearl, Inc., d/b/a White Pearl Restaurant
located at 265 S. McLean Boulevard will be considered at the January 10 meeting. as well as
discussion regarding proposed amendment to the Liquor Code. The complete agenda for this
rescheduled meeting will be provided at a later date.
DATED: December 29, 2006
Dolonna Mecum
Elgin City Clerk
ELGIN LIQUOR CONTROL COMMISSION MEETING
Conference Room 208, South Wing
Regular Meeting 4:30 p.m. January 10, 2007
A. Call to Order
B. Roll Call
C. Approval of Minutes—December 6, 2006
D. License Application of White Pearl, Inc., d/b/a White Pearl Restaurant, for a Class E-2
Liquor License at 265 South McLean Boulevard
E. Miscellaneous
rbk 1. Consideration of Ordinance Amending the Provisions of the Class K Liquor
License
2. Approval of 2007 Proposed Meeting Schedule
3. Review of Memorandum Regarding Liquor Compliance Check conducted
December 28, 2006
F. Adjournment
ELGIN LIQUOR CONTROL COMMISSION MEETING
Conference Room 208, South Wing
Regular Meeting 4:00 p.m. February 7, 2007
A. Call to Order
B. Roll Call
C. Approval of Minutes—January 10, 2007
D. License Applications
1. Application of Village Pizza and Pub, LLC for Class M Liquor License for Village
Pizza& Pub, Located at 2496 North Randall Road
2. Application for Transfer of Corporate Stock from Lonestar Steakhouse and Saloon of
Springfield, Inc. to LSF5 Cactus, LLC, to be Known as Lonestar Steakhouse and
Saloon Located at 155 South Randall Road
rik E. Public Hearings
1. Public Hearing Regarding , Karishma Inc. d/b/a Nasrin's, at 2175 Point Boulevard,
Suite 100, Holder of Class E-3 Liquor License; Violation on December 28, 2006, of
Elgin Municipal Code Chapter 6.06 Entitled"Alcoholic Liquor Dealers," - Sale of
Alcoholic Liquor to a Minor by Licensee's Agent and Employee
2. Public Hearing Regarding Elgin Hotel LLC, d//b/a Bennigan's Grill and Tavern, at
495 Airport Road, Holder of Class D Liquor License; Violation on December 28,
2006, of Elgin Municipal Code Chapter 6.06 Entitled"Alcoholic Liquor Dealers,"—
Sale of Alcoholic Liquor to a Minor by Licensee's Agent and Employee
F. Miscellaneous
1. Consideration of Amendment to Liquor Code Creating New License Classification
for Premises Operating Restaurants with Taverns
2. Discussion with Representatives of the Licensee Foxhole Pub, Inc., d/b/a The
Afterset, Located at 158 Symphony Way Regarding Calls for Police Services at the
Licensed Premises
G. Adjournment
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ELGIN LIQUOR CONTROL COMMISSION MEETING
January 10, 2007
The meeting was called to order by Liquor Commission Secretary Mecum at 4:35 p.m. in
Conference Room 208, South Wing of Elgin City Hall. Members present: Commissioners
Gilliam and Walters. Absent: Chairman Schock.
Appointment of Chairman Pro Tem
Due to the absence of Chairman Schock, Commissioner Gilliam made a motion, seconded by
Commissioner Walters, to appoint Commissioner Walters Chairman Pro Tern. Yeas:
Commissioners Gilliam and Walters. Nays: None.
Approval of Minutes
Councilmember Gilliam made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Walters, to approve the
minutes of the December 6, 2007, meeting. Yeas: Commissioners Gilliam and Walters. Nays:
None.
License Application of White Pearl, Inc., d/b/a White Pearl Restaurant, for a Class E-2
Liquor License at 265 South McLean Boulevard
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Crystal Schee, one of the shareholders of White Pearl, Inc. d/b/a White Pearl Restaurant and
Chief Schee, the manager for White Pearl Restaurant, were present and represented by Attorney
Scott Richmond.
Assistant Corporation Counsel Kozal stated that everything in the application was in order. He
reported that the White Pearl Restaurant has been a restaurant for 6 or 7 years and had previously
wanted a liquor license for their restaurant. However, there was no class available that fit their
particular circumstances until the Class E-2 liquor license was created.
Commissioner Gilliam made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Walters, to approve the
application of White Pearl, Inc. for a Class E-2 liquor license for the White Pearl Restaurant,
located at 265 South McLean Boulevard. Yeas: Commissioners Gilliam and Walters. Nays:
None.
Consideration of the Proposed Ordinance Amending the Provisions of the Class K Liquor
License
Assistant Corporation Counsel Kozal explained that it is proposed that the Class K liquor license
be amended. Parks and Recreation Director Randy Reopelle was present and explained that this
amendment would allow the applicants who hold special events and festivals in the City of Elgin
parks to draw more people to their activities, and would also give the City of Elgin a competitive
edge when bidding for special events at the Sports Complex.
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Commissioner Gilliam made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Walters, to recommend
approval to the City Council of the proposed amendment to the Class K liquor license
classification. Yeas: Commissioners Gilliam and Walters. Nays: None.
Approval of 2007 Proposed Meeting Schedule
Councilmember Gilliam made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Walters, to approve the
proposed meeting schedule for 2007. Yeas: Commissioners Gilliam and Walters. Nays: None.
Review of Memorandum Regarding_Liquor Compliance Check Conducted December 28,
2006
Police Deputy Chief Beeter stated that the Elgin Police Department conducted compliance
checks of various businesses licensed to sell liquor December 28, 2006. The two businesses
found not to be in compliance were Nasrin's, located at 2175 Point Boulevard, Suite 100, and
Bennigan's Grill and Tavern, located at 495 Airport Road. Police Deputy Chief Beeter reported
that bartenders at each location served an alcoholic beverage to a minor who was assisting the
Elgin Police Department in conducting the compliance check. Assistant Corporation Counsel
Kozal stated that he has drafted complaints for public hearings to be conducted at the February
Liquor Control Commission Meeting regarding the aforesaid establishments.
Assistant Corporation Counsel Kozal initiated a discussion regarding the problems the Elgin
Police Department is currently experiencing with the establishment called The Afterset, located
at 158 Symphony Way. Sergeant Glenn Therialt, Lieutenant Jeff Adam, and Officer Ed
Cummings were present to give reports regarding frequent violent incidents and occupancy
violations at that location. They testified to the fact that it is a severe drain on the Elgin Police
Department's resources and services, with the problems mainly occurring after midnight. The
officers also stated that 50% of the clientele of The Afterset have criminal backgrounds and that
the violence escalates quickly at the establishment. In December 2006, the Elgin Police
Department had a meeting with the owner. He was less than responsive and seemed to think that
if the problems occurred outside of the establishment, then The Afterset was not responsible and
such problems should be taken care of by the Elgin officers on duty. The Elgin Police
Department has to deploy at least four units at the time of closing in order to maintain some
semblance of order and at times mutual aid from South Elgin has been necessary to control
fights. They stated that for safety reasons, the detail officer on duty cannot address many of the
issues, but he has noted numerous times when the occupancy limit has been violated and patrons
have exited the establishment with alcoholic beverages. Assistant Corporation Counsel Kozal
outlined the steps being taken by the Elgin Police Department.
Commissioner Gilliam asked what the Liquor Commission could do in response to the problems
outlined by the Elgin Police Department. Assistant Corporation Counsel Kozal will review the
feasibility of filing a complaint against The Afterset with reference to the chronic nuisance
abatement ordinance for the 10 criminal incidents that have occurred at that location within a one
year time period. Commissioner Gilliam stated that the Liquor Commission may have to
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consider taking away The Afterset's Class R-1 liquor license that allows them to stay open until
4:00 a.m. and returning them to their previous license class at the time of renewal.
Commissioner Gilliam asked that the owners of The Afterset be notified to attend the next
Liquor Commission meeting in February in order to make them aware of the actions that the
Commission is considering taking. The Liquor Commission made it clear that they wanted to
address all licensees that have continual problems in upcoming meetings and named the
following specifically: the Mission, Azteca De Oro Restaurant, Jalapeno's Restaurant, and JB's
Pub & Pietro's Pizza.
Fire Marshall Richard Dunne stated that all liquor licensees should be required to certify their
establishment's occupancy prior to issuance of a license and also at the time of renewal.
Discussion was held regarding what can be done regarding occupancy overload.
Adjournment
Commissioner Gilliam made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Walters, to adjourn the
meeting. Yeas: Commissioners Gilliam and Walters. Nays: None.
Meeting adjourned at 5:27 p.m.
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Dolonna Mecum, Recordin: Secretary Date Approved
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ELGIN LIQUOR CONTROL COMMISSION MEETING
Conference Room 208, South Wing
Regular Meeting 4:00 p.m. March 7, 2007
A. Call to Order
B. Roll Call
C. Approval of Minutes—February 7, 2007
D. Miscellaneous
1. Consideration of Amendment to Liquor Code Creating New License Classification
for Premises Operating Restaurants with Taverns (Attachments Previously Provided)
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E. Adjournment
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ELGIN LIQUOR CONTROL COMMISSION
NOTICE OF CANCELLATION OF MEETING
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the March 7, 2007,regularly
scheduled meeting of the Liquor Control Commission is cancelled. The next
meeting is scheduled for April 4 2007, at 4 p.m.
DATED: March 5, 2007
CITY OF ELGIN
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Liquor Commission Secretary
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ELGIN LIQUOR CONTROL COMMISSION
NOTICE OF RESCHEDULED MEETING
Notice is hereby given that the Local Liquor Control Commission has rescheduled its
regular April meeting from April 4, to April 10, 2007, at 4:00 p.m. in the Second Floor
Conference Room 208, South Wing, Elgin City Hall, 150 Dexter Court, Elgin, Illinois.
The applications for renewal of liquor licenses for the 2007-2008 license year will be
considered at this meeting, as well as discussion regarding a proposed amendment to the Liquor
Code. The complete agenda for this rescheduled meeting will be provided at a later date.
DATED: March 30, 2007
Dolonna Mecum
Elgin City Clerk
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ELGIN LIQUOR CONTROL COMMISSION MEETING
Conference Room 208, South Wing
Rescheduled Regular Meeting 4:00 p.m. April 10, 2007
A. Call to Order
B. Roll Call
C. Approval of Minutes—February 7, 2007
D. Consideration of Applications for Renewal of Liquor Licenses for the Period May 1, 2007
through April 30, 2008
E. Miscellaneous
Consideration of Amendment to Liquor Creating uor Code Creatin New License Classification for
Premises Operating Restaurants with Taverns (Attachments Previously Provided)
F. Adjournment
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ELGIN LIQUOR CONTROL COMMISSION MEETING
APRIL 10, 2007
The rescheduled regular meeting was called to order by Chairman Schock at 4:06 p.m. in
Conference Room 208, South Wing of Elgin City Hall. Members present: Commissioners
Gilliam, Walters, and Chairman Schock. Absent: None.
Approval of Minutes
Commissioner Walters made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Gilliam, to approve the
minutes of the February 7, 2007, meeting. Yeas: Commissioners Gilliam, Walters and
Chairman Schock. Nays: None.
Consideration of Applications for Renewal of Liquor Licenses for the Period May 1, 2007
through April 30,2008
Councilmember Gilliam made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Walters, to approve the
following renewal applications subject to the conditions outlined in the memorandum furnished
by the Liquor Commission Secretary and as indicated below. Yeas: Commissioner Gilliam and
Chairman Schock. Nays: None.
List A
Commissioner Gilliam made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Walters, to approve
the renewal applications in List A for which all of the necessary documents and fees have been
furnished for renewal of their liquor licenses, and they are not indebted to the City for payment
of any fees, charges, bills or taxes:
Applications are Complete
Acapulco Restaurant, 415 Summit Street
The Afterset(Foxhole Pub), 158 Symphony Way
AJ Foodshop, 275 S. McLean Boulevard
Akina's Thai Restaurant, 23 S. Grove Avenue
Aldi#38, 215 S. Randall Road
Aldi #50, 799 Summit Street
Applebee's Neighborhood Grill & Bar, 125 S. Randall Road
Baker Hill Pancake House, 1279 Dundee Avenue
Bill's Tap, 260 Brook Street
Bowlway Lanes, 810 Villa Street
Bubba Mc Duffy's, 1157 Bluff City Boulevard
Burnt Toast, 2495 Randall Road
Café Magdalena, 13 Douglas Avenue
Carmina's Restaurant, 1055 N. Randall Road
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Checkered Flag Pub and Grub, 214 Walnut Avenue
Chicago Pizza Authority, 840 B Summit Street
Club 58, 959 Villa Street
Dino's Food of Elgin, 465 Summit Street
Eaton's Redwood Inn, 118 W. Chicago Street
El Comitan Restaurant, 415 Dundee Avenue
Elgin Country Club, 2575 Weld Road
Elgin Fresh Market, 306 S. McLean Boulevard
Elgin Lanes, 401 Shepard Drive
Elgin Public House, 219 E. Chicago Street
Elgin Riverside Club, 21 Lincoln Avenue
Elgin Turners, 112 Villa Street
Estrellas De Millenium, 840 N. State Street
Gasthaus Zur Linde, 11-13-15 N. Grove Avenue
Geno's Fine Wine and Spirits, 300 S. McLean Blvd.
Grand Victoria Casino Pavilion/Brighton Lounge, 250 S. Grove Avenue
Green Jade Chinese Restaurant, 10 Tyler Creek Plaza
Hemmen's Cultural Center(David Pool Concessionaire), 45 Symphony Way
Highlands of Elgin Golf Course, 875 Sports Way
Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites/Bennigan's Grill & Tavern, 495 Airport Road
Hooper's Sports Bar and Grill, 975 N. McLean Boulevard
Hoppe's Corner, 1075 N. Liberty Street
Hunan Garden Restaurant, 312A S. McLean Boulevard
Jake's Pizza and Pub, 728 W. Chicago Street
Jalapeno's Restaurant, 7 Clock Tower Plaza
JB's Pub & Pietro's Pizza, 297 S. McLean Boulevard
JJ Pepper's Food Store, 10 S. State Street
La Puesta Del Sol, 165 E. Highland Avenue
LaQuebrada#4 Restaurant, 50 N. Spring Street
Liberty Liquors, 601 Cooper Avenue
Loyal Order of Moose # 799, 70 N. State Street
Mudd& Eddie's Pub, 302 G S. Mc Lean Boulevard
Mariscos El Amigo 2, 915 Summit Street
Meijer Store#183, 815 S. Randall Road
Nasrin's, 2175 Rpoint Boulevard
Neighborhood Package Liquors, 805 Walnut Avenue
Nick's Liquors, 71 Clock Tower Plaza
Nick's Pizza& Pub, 990 S. Randall Road
Olde Towne Inn, 412 Bluff City Boulevard
Osco Drug Store #3291, 1038 Summit Avenue
Osco Drug Store#3313, 1670 Larkin Avenue
Owl's Athletic Club, 214 E. Chicago Street
Payless Tobacco and Liquor, 824 S. McLean Boulevard
Price Rite Liquors, 1055 N. Liberty Street
Price Rite Gas & Food, 180 Kimball Street
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7-Eleven Store #27616, 957 Summit Street
Shanghai Restaurant, 11 Douglas Avenue
Silver Lake Restaurant, 881 S. Randall Road
Speedway#7514, 1570 Big Timber Road
Stop N Shop, 455 Bluff City Boulevard
Super Saver Food Mart, 776 Walnut Avenue
2 J's Wine & Spirits, 950 E. Chicago Street
VFW Watch City Post 1307, 1601 Weld Road
Villa Liquors, 695 Villa Street
Wing Park Liquors, 571 N. McLean Boulevard
Woodview Lanes/Cascade Manor, 11 Woodview Drive
LIST B
Commissioner Gilliam made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Walters, to approve the
applications of the following establishments, subject to timely receipt of proof of completion of
Bassett certification. Yeas: Commissioners Gilliam and Walters and Chairman Schock. Nays:
None
BASSET Certifications Required
Alexander's Restaurant, 1725 N. State Street
Al's Café & Creamery, 43 DuPage Court
American Legion Elgin Post 57, 820 N. Liberty Street
Azteca De Oro Restaurant, 260 National Street
Butera Market, 3 Clock Tower Plaza
The Centre, 100 Symphony Way
Jimmy's Charhouse, 2290 Point Boulevard
Lone Star Steakhouse & Saloon, 155 S. Randall Road
Martini Room, 161 E. Chicago Street
Noodles and Company, 895 S. Randall Road
Northwest Liquors, 995 N. McLean Boulevard
Prairie Rock Brewing Company, 127 S. Grove Avenue
Streets of Chicago, 550 S. McLean Boulevard
White Hen Pantry, 1024 S. McLean Boulevard
LIST C
Exterior Sales Permit
Commissioner Gilliam made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Walters, to approve the
following establishments that have also applied for an exterior sales permit. Yeas:
Commissioners Gilliam and Walters and Chairman Schock. Nays: None
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Akina's Thai Restaurant, 23 S. Grove Avenue
Al's Café and Creamery, 43 DuPage Court
Café Magdalena, 13 Douglas Avenue
JB's Pub & Pietro's Pizza, 297 S. McLean Boulevard
Lone Star Steakhouse & Saloon, 155 S. Randall Road
Mudd& Eddie's Pub, 302G S. McLean Boulevard
Noodles and Company, 895 S. Randall Road
Prairie Rock Brewing Company, 127 S. Grove Avenue
LIST D
Miscellaneous
Commissioner Gilliam made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Walters, to approve
the application of the following establishment, subject to receipt of the certificate of
insurance to cover the entire liquor license period. Yeas: Commissioners Gilliam,
Walters, and Mayor Schock.
White Pearl Restaurant, 265 S. McLean Boulevard
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Commissioner Gilliam made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Walters, to approve
the application of the following establishment contingent upon continued payment of
fees for services rendered relating to Special Duty Police Officers. Yeas:
Commissioners Gilliam, Walters, and Mayor Schock.
Mission/Medusa's, 209 E. Chicago Street
A report from the Department of Code Administration setting out the results of exterior
inspections done on all the liquor licensees was admitted into the record as Exhibit No. 1.
Commissioner Walters made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Gilliam, making
issuance of the licenses of the licensees appearing on Exhibit No. 1 subject to
compliance with the code violations identified in City Exhibit No. 1. Yeas:
Commissioners Gilliam, Walters, and Mayor Schock.
The initial applications for a liquor license regarding the following establishments have
previously been approved but not issued. They are expected to open soon, and need
approval for the 2007-2008 license year.
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Commissioner Gilliam made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Walters to approve
the applications for renewal of the following establishments. Commissioners Gilliam,
Walters, and Chairman Schock.
On-Q Billiards, Inc., 2300 Bushwood
Village Pizza & Pub, 2496 N. Randall Road
Consideration of Proposed Ordinance Pertaining to "Young Adult Night Permit"
for Class R Liquor License Holders
Assistant Corporation Counsel Kozal reviewed the history of the Young Adult Night
Permit, which permits an evening on which persons under the age of 21 are permitted on
the licensed premises. Alcohol is not served. The Young Adult Night Permit, was
initially created on a one the ordinance would expire as a matter of law at the end of the
licensing year unless the ordinance provision was readopted by the City Council. The
City Council has approved extensions for the past four years, with the most recent
extension expiring on April 30, 2007.
At its December 2006 and January 2007 meeting, the Police Department stated that
Young Adult Night events do not generate calls for service that are out of the ordinary for
such activities and that no major disturbances were reported at the Mission. Similar
reports regarding calls for police services for Young Adult Night events have also been
provided to the Liquor Commission during the four preceding licensing years.
In the absence of any major disturbances, liquor code violations, or an inordinate number
or nature of calls for service during Young Adult Night events, it is recommended that
the Liquor Commission advise the City Council to adopt an ordinance continuing the
operation of the Young Adult Night Permit.
Further, the Young Adult Night Permit ordinance has been in effect for five consecutive
years without the occurrence of any significant incident or series of incidents suggesting
the sunset legislation should expire.
Commissioner Gilliam made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Walters, as follows:
1) Recommend that the City Council pass an ordinance providing for a Young Adult
Night permit, without a sunset provision. 2) Recommend that the City Council reduce
the special police detail to just one officer. Yeas: Commissioners Gilliam, Walters, and
Mayor Schock.
Assistant Corporation Counsel Kozal stated that Deputy Chief Swoboda has prepared a
preliminary plan for the establishment of an"entertainment district"that will encompass
the Center City area in general. The various establishments would pool together to
provide a heightened police presence for those areas. Mr. Kozal stated that they are in
the process of determining what the appropriate number of police officers would be.
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Once that is done, an initial proposal will be developed and a meeting will be held with
licensees that will be affected by this.
Consideration of Amendment to Liquor Code Creating New License Classification
for Premises Operating Restaurants with Taverns
Assistant Corporation Counsel Kozal distributed a proposed ordinance regarding
establishing a new license classification authorizing on-premises alcoholic liquor sales in
establishments where the primary business being conducted is the service of meals in a
restaurant that also has an integrated tavern area. The proposed Class U license may sell
alcoholic liquor daily from 6 a.m. until 3 a.m. with provisions for sales until 4 a.m. on the
Wednesday preceding Thanksgiving and on New Year's Eve. Mr. Kozal also stated that
the amount of capital investment in the kitchen will determine that the primary business
is a restaurant instead of requiring that the sale of liquor be less than a certain percentage
of total revenues. This standard is suggested because the price of some liquors are
substantially more than the meal.
Councilmember Gilliam made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Walters, to
recommend approval to the City Council of the proposed ordinance creating the Class U
liquor license. Yeas: Commissioners Gilliam, Walters, and Chairman Schock.
Adjournment
Commissioner Gilliam made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Walters, to adjourn the
meeting. Yeas: Commissioners Gilliam, Walters and Chairman Schock. Nays: None.
Meeting adjourned at 4:38 p.m.
May 2, 2007
Dolonna Mecum, Recording Secretary Date Approved
ELGIN LIQUOR CONTROL COMMISSION MEETING
Conference Room 208, South Wing
Regular Meeting 4:00 p.m. May 2, 2007
A. Call to Order
B. Roll Call
C. Approval of Minutes— April 4, 2007
D. License Applications
1. License Application of Dundee Elgin CVS, L.L.C., d/b/a CVS/Pharmacy#5829
for a Class B Liquor License
2. License application of Elgin's Swizzle Inn, Inc., d/b/a Elgin Swizzle Inn at 751
North State Street, for a Class F Liquor License
3. Application for Transfer of 100% of Corporate Stock from the Estate of George
Wallenborn to Melanie Wallenborn for the corporation known as Valley Pizza,
Inc., d/b/a Jake's Pizza and Pub, located at 728 West Chicago Street
4. Application for Transfer of 20% of Corporate Stock from James Panagakis to
George Kyriazis for Corporation Known as Jimmy's Charhouse of Elgin, Inc.,
d/b/a Jimmy's Charhouse of Elgin, located at 2290 Point Boulevard
5. Application for Transfer of 50% of Corporate Stock from Michael L. Poole to
Sharon Pool for Corporation Known as Olde Towne Inn, Inc., d/b/a Olde towne
Inn. Located at 412 Bluff City Boulevard
E. Miscellaneous
G. Adjournment
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ELGIN LIQUOR CONTROL COMMISSION MEETING
MAY 2,2007
The meeting was called to order by Chairman Schock at 4:09 p.m. in Conference Room 208,
South Wing of Elgin City Hall. Members present: Commissioners Gilliam, Walters, and
Chairman Schock. Absent: None.
Approval of Minutes
Commissioner Walters made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Gilliam, to approve the
minutes of the April 10, 2007, meeting. Yeas: Commissioners Gilliam, Walters and Chairman
Schock. Nays: None.
License Applications
1. License Application of Dundee Elgin CVS, L.L.C., d/b/a CVS/Pharmacy#5829 for a
Class B Liquor License
Chairman Schock stated that the Commission had just learned that there were some
concerns about this application from two neighborhood groups,Northeast Neighborhood
Association and the Summit Park Association. Chairman Schock mentioned that he had
talk with representatives from NENA, but not with anyone from the Summit Park
Association. His recommendation was to table the application until a meeting with
representatives from the Summit Park Association was held. Commissioner Gilliam
made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Walters, to table consideration of the
application of Dundee Elgin CVS, L.L.C., d/b/a CVS Pharmacy#5829 for a Class B
liquor license until June 6, 2007. Yeas: Commissioners Gilliam, Walters, and Chairman
Schock. Nays: None.
.2. License Application of Elgin's Swizzle Inn, Inc., d/b/a Elgin Swizzle Inn at 751 North
State Street, for a Class F Liquor License
The owners, Nicholas and Janice Cartina, were in attendance and described the nature of
their business. They stated that the restaurant would be open for breakfast, lunch, and
dinner until 8:00pm. The Commission complimented them on the appearance of the
building. Mr. & Mrs. Cartina stated they hoped to open by the end of May.
Commissioner Gilliam made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Walters, to approve
the application of Elgin's Swizzle Inn, Inc. for a Class F liquor license, subject to receipt
of copies of their lease and their occupancy permit. Yeas: Commissioners Gilliam,
Walters, and Chairman Schock. Nays: None.
3. Application for Transfer of 100%of Corporate Stock from the Estate of George
Wallenborn to Melanie Wallenborn for the corporation known as Valley Pizza, Inc., d/b/a
Jake's Pizza and Pub, located at 728 West Chicago Street
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Commissioner Walters made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Gilliam, to approve
the application for transfer of 100% of corporate stock from the Estate of George
Wallenborn to Mellanie Wallenborn for the corporation known as Valley Pizza, Inc.,
d/b/a Jake's Pizza and Pub. Yeas: Commissioners Gilliam, Walters, and Chairman
Schock. Nays: None.
4. Application for Transfer of 20% of Corporate Stock from James Panagakis to
George Kyriazis for Corporation Known as Jimmy's Charhouse of Elgin, Inc., d/b/a
Jimmy's Charhouse of Elgin, located at 2290 Point Boulevard
Commissioner Walters made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Gilliam,to approve
the application for transfer of 20% of corporate stock from James Panagkis to George
Kyiazis for the corporation known as Jimmy's Charhouse of Elgin, Inc., d/b/a Jimmy's
Charhouse of Elgin. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Councilmembers Figueroa, Gilliam,
Kaptain, Powers, Steffen, Walters, and Mayor Schock. Nays: None.
5. Application for Transfer of 50%of Corporate Stock from Michael L. Poole to Sharon
Pool for Corporation Known as Olde Towne Inn, Inc., d/b/a OldeTowne Inn, located at
412 Bluff City Boulevard
Commissioner Walters made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Gilliam, to approve
the application for transfer of 50%of corporate stock from Michael L. Poole to Sharon
Poole for the corporation known as Olde Town Inn, Inc, d/b/a Olde Towne Inn. Yeas:
Commissioners Gilliam, Walters, and Chairman Schock. Nays: None.
Miscellaneous
1. Assistant Corporation Counsel Rick Kozal reported that Sgt. Glenn Theriault and his
team conducted a number of bar checks that resulted in violations. These will be brought
before the Commission at the June meeting.
2. Sgt. Theriault also reported that an investigation has begun regarding the use of outside
promoters by various liquor establishments. He stated that many of these events result in
one or two police calls per event.
Adjournment
Commissioner Gilliam made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Walters, to adjourn the
meeting. Yeas: Commissioners Gilliam, Walters and Chairman Schock. Nays: None.
Meeting adjourned at 4:29 p.m.
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Diane Robertson, Rec din
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