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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2008 Liquor Commission ELGIN LIQUOR CONTROL COMMISSION NOTICE OF CANCELLATION OF MEETING NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the January 2, 2008, regularly scheduled meeting of the Liquor Control Commission is cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for February 6, 2008, at 4:00 p.m. DATED: December 28, 2007. CITY OF ELGIN By Diane Robertson Liquor Commission Secretary ELGIN LIQUOR CONTROL COMMISSION SPECIAL MEETING Conference Room 208, South Wing Regular Meeting 4:30 p.m. January 23, 2008 A. Call to Order B. Roll Call C. Approval of Minutes 1. May 2, 2007 2. December 5, 2007 D. License Applications 1. Addison Restaurant Services, Inc. d/b/a The Hickory Stick Bar& Grill 2. Osteria Verone, Inc. d/b/a Villa Verone E. Public Hearings - none F. Miscellaneous 1. Consideration of proposed ordinance allowing persons under 21 to enter premises of Class R licensed establishment at 209 E. Chicago Street(The Mission) during filming of television pilot program. G. Adjournment ELGIN LIQUOR CONTROL COMMISSION SPECIAL MEETING January 23,2008 The meeting was called to order by Chairman Schock at 4:30 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 May 2, 2007, meeting. Yeas: Commissioners Gilliam, Walters and Chairman Schock. Nays: None. Commissioner Walters made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Gilliam, to approve the minutes of the December 5, 2007, meeting. Yeas: Commissioners Gilliam, Walters and Chairman Schock. Nays: None. License Applications 1. Addison Restaurant Services, Inc., d/b/a The Hickory Stick Bar & Grill Jose Fernandez and Joe Fernandez, Jr., the prospective licensees, were present. Assistant Corporation Counsel Kozal stated that the application was in order pending receipt of the occupancy permit. Commissioner Walters made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Gilliam, to approve a Class G liquor license for Addison Restaurant Services, Inc., d/b/a The Hickory Stick Bar& Grill, subject to receipt of the occupancy permit. Yeas: Commissioners Gilliam, Walters, and Chairman Schock. Nays: None. 2. Osteria Verone, Inc., d/b/a Villa Verone Pietro Verone,the prospective licensee, was present. Assistant Corporation Counsel Kozal stated that the application was in order, pending receipt of the occupancy permit. Commissioner Walters made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Gilliam, to approve a Class E-1 liquor license for Osteria Verone, Inc., d/b/a Villa Verone, subject to receipt of the occupancy permit. Yeas: Commissioners Gilliam, Walters, and Chairman Schock. Nays: None. Miscellaneous Consideration of Proposed Ordinance Allowing Persons Under 21 to Enter Premises of Class R Licensed Establishment at 209 E. Chicago Street(The Mission) During Filming of Television Pilot Program • Liquor Commission—Special Meeting January 23, 2008 Page 2 Assistant Corporation Counsel Kozal stated that the City has been approached regarding a proposed television production pilot that would be filmed at 209 E. Chicago Street (The Mission). The City has a prohibition against anyone under the age of 21 being on the premises at any time that alcohol is being served. The request is for a limited duration Class R license that would allow those underage to be present during the filming. The proposed ordinance would expire thirty days after filming and all conditions are contained in the proposed ordinance. This would be an amendment to the Liquor Code, but it will never be codified as it will expire within the thirty days. If the Commission were to recommend approval of this proposed ordinance, it would then need to be approved by the Council. Commissioner Gilliam made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Walters, to recommend approval the following ordinance allowing persons under 21 to enter the premises of a Class R licensed establishment at 209 E. Chicago Street (The Mission) during filming of a television pilot program. Yeas: Commissioners Gilliam, Walters, and Chairman Schock. Nays: None. Ordinance No. T*-08 AN ORDINANCE CREATING A LIMITED DURATION CLASS R LIQUOR LICENSE VIDEO PRODUCTION PERMIT BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ELGIN, ILLINOIS: Section 1. There is established a class R video production permit to allow class R licensee to provide entertainment consisting of, but not limited to, dancing, musical and theatrical performances, or other such similar events of an entertaining nature on the licensed premises of the principal establishment for which there is a then currently issued and valid class R license during the filming or video taping of such event for the purposes of creating a television or theatrical production. Admission to an entertainment event being conducted pursuant to a class R video production permit shall be solely limited to the members of a private club consisting of members who are of seventeen(17) years of age or older and the members' guests. Section 2. Notwithstanding section 6.06.095 of the Elgin Municipal Code, 1976, as amended, the issuance of a class R video production permit shall only be granted upon the submission and approval of an application to the chairman of the local liquor control commission. Section 3. Not more than two (2) entertainment events conducted pursuant to class R video production permit shall occur within any licensing year. Section 4. A class R video production permit shall expire thirty (30) days after the date of issue. r •Liquor Commission— Special Meeting January 23, 2008 Page 3 Section 5. Notwithstanding section 6.06.140N of the Elgin Municipal Code, 1976, as amended, an entertainment event being conducted pursuant to a class R video production permit shall be subject to the following age restrictions and identification requirements: A. No person conducting or operating an entertainment event pursuant to a class R video production permit shall permit, either by act or omission, any person under the age of seventeen (17) years to enter or remain on the licensed premises. B. The person conducting or operating the class R video production shall require a government-issued photo identification card showing the age of each person admitted or seeking to be admitted. Section 6. Any person who shall by affirmative misrepresentation of age obtain admission to or permission to remain at any entertainment event being conducted pursuant to a class R video production permit contrary to the provisions of this code shall be punishable by a fine of not less than five hundred dollars ($500.00) nor more than one thousand dollars ($1000.00). Section 7. Any person who permits a person to enter or remain at any entertainment event being conducted pursuant to a class R video production permit contrary to the provisions of this code shall be punishable by a fine of not less than five hundred dollars ($500.00) nor more than one thousand dollars ($1000.00). Section 8. An application for a class R video production permit shall be submitted to the local liquor control commission and shall contain the following information: A. The applicant's name, address and day and evening telephone numbers. If the applicant is not a natural person, this information shall be provided for the both the applicant and for the natural person making the application on behalf of the applicant. If the applicant is not a natural person, the applicant shall also provide the names, addresses and day and evening telephone numbers of the limited partners, partners, owners and principals of the applicant. B. The complete address and identification of the areas within the licensed premises in which the class R video production event will be conducted. C. The proposed date or dates on which the entertainment event or events requiring a class R video production permit will occur and a description of the proposed entertainment that will be occurring on those dates. D. The designation of not less than one on-site manager who will be in attendance during and following each class R video production and be responsible for the direct operation and oversight of the licensed premises and the supervision of other employees or workers. The on-site manager shall have authority to accept complaints, notice of violations and take any corrective actions required by the city. •Liquor Commission—Special Meeting January 23, 2008 Page 4 E. A security plan detailing the manner in which the applicant will maintain order on the licensed premises and ensure compliance with the laws of the state and the code. Any changes to the approved security plan must be submitted and approved by the chief of police not less than five (5) business days before the event. F. A statement from the applicant that the licensed premises on which the applicant will conduct or operate the class R video production will comply with all laws and other legal requirements, including but not limited to building, property maintenance, zoning, health and fire prevention codes; and a statement that the applicant and any employee or agent thereof will, in the conduct of any class R video production, comply with all laws and other legal requirements, including but not limited to the building, property maintenance, zoning, health and fire prevention codes. G. A statement of indemnification from the applicant stating that the licensee shall indemnify and hold the city harmless from any and all losses, claims, actions or damages suffered by any person or persons by reason of or resulting from any negligence of the licensee or its agents, employees, or patrons or on account of any act or omission of the licensee in its exercise of its license or use or occupancy of any premises in connection with such license. In the event any suit or action is brought against the city, the licensee shall, upon notice of the commencement thereof, defend the same, at no cost and expense to the city, and promptly satisfy any final judgment adverse to the city or to the city and the licensee jointly; provided, that in the event the city determines that one or more principles of governmental or public law are involved, the city retains the right to participate in such action. The above liability shall not be diminished by the fact, if it be a fact, that any such death, injury, damage, loss, cost or expense may have been, or may be alleged to have been, contributed to by the negligence of the city or its officers, employees or agents; provided, however, that nothing contained in this section shall be construed as requiring the licensee to indemnify the city against liability for damages arising out of bodily injury to persons or damage to property caused by or resulting from the sole negligence of the city, or its officers, employees or agents. H. Such other information as the local liquor control commission shall require to ensure the health, safety and welfare of the patrons of a class R video production event. I. A certification or declaration under penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of Illinois that the information and statements in the application are true and correct. Section 9. Any class R video production permit issued by the chairman of the local liquor control commission shall also be subject to the following limitations: A. The approved security plan shall be followed without any changes unless such change has been submitted to the chief of police in writing not less than five (5) business days before the entertainment event being conducted pursuant to the class R video production permit and any such change has been approved by the chief of police prior to the event. Liquor Commission—Special Meeting January 23, 2008 Page 5 B. Security personnel shall be required for the maximum capacity of the entertainment event at the licensed premises as determined by the chief of police upon receiving the fire chief s determination regarding the maximum capacity of the licensed premises. C. The holder of a class R video production permit shall notify the local liquor control commission in writing as to any proposed changes regarding the proposed date or dates on which the entertainment event or events requiring a class R video production permit will occur and shall not change any designated event dates without first receiving approval from the local liquor control commission. D. No members of the private club or members of the general public shall be admitted to the licensed premises prior to the opening of the event. E. Only the holder of a then currently issued and valid Class R liquor license for the establishment may apply for a class R video production permit. F. A special police detail consisting of not less than one (1) city police officer shall be required for each entertainment event conducted pursuant to a class R video production permit and such police detail shall be paid by the permit holder upon receipt of invoice for such services from the city. The size of the special police detail shall be determined by the chief of police based upon, but not limited to, the anticipated number of patrons expected to attend the entertainment event. The special police detail shall commence at the time patrons are admitted to the entertainment event and shall conclude thirty (30) minutes following the conclusion of the entertainment event. Section 10. All peace officers of the city shall have free access to an event begin conducted pursuant to a class R video production permit. Section 11. Notwithstanding the hours of operation for a class R license established in section 6.06.040N1 of the Elgin Municipal Code, 1976, as amended, a class R video production permit shall be limited to the hours between 12:00 p.m. and 4:00 a.m. Section 12. There shall be no annual fee for a class R video production permit. Section 13. The provisions of this ordinance providing for a class R video production permit shall without further city council action automatically expire on April 30, 2008. It is hereby declared to be the legislative intent of the city council that the adoption of an ordinance provision for a class R video production permit is being done for a short-term, limited basis only and that no licensee who is granted a class R video production permit shall have any property interest, vested right, or other continuing protectible interest in the continuation of a class R video production permit. Section 14. That all ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict with the provisions of this ordinance be and are hereby repealed. r Liquor Commission—Special Meeting January 23, 2008 Page 6 Section 15. That this ordinance shall be in full force and effect upon its passage and publication in the manner provided by law. Ed Schock, Mayor Presented: Passed: Vote: Yeas Nays: Recorded: Published: Attest: Diane Robertson, City Clerk Adjournment to adjourn the meeting. Yeas: Commissioners Gilliam, Walters and Chairman Schock. Nays: None. Meeting adjourned at 4:45 p.m. March 5, 2008 Diane Robertson, Re ording Secretary Date Approved r ELGIN LIQUOR CONTROL COMMISSION NOTICE OF CANCELLATION OF MEETING NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the February 6, 2008, regularly scheduled meeting of the Liquor Control Commission is cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for March 5, 2008, at 4:00 p.m. DATED: February 1, 2007. CITY OF ELGIN By Diane Robertson Liquor Commission Secretary r ELGIN LIQUOR CONTROL COMMISSION SPECIAL MEETING rk Conference Room 208, South Wing Regular Meeting 4:00 p.m. March 5, 2008 A. Call to Order B. Roll Call C. Approval of Minutes—January 23, 2008 D. License Applications • Sushi Station Elgin, Inc d/b/a Sushi Station located at 2486 Randall Road— Application for a Class E liquor license E. Transfer of Corporate Stock • Jalapenos Corporation d/b/a Jalapenos's Restaurant located at 7 Clock Tower Plaza— Transfer 100% of the corporate stock from Miguel Osorio to Edgar Lara F. Miscellaneous G. Adjournment r ELGIN LIQUOR CONTROL COMMISSION SPECIAL MEETING MARCH 5,2008 The special meeting was called to order by Chairman Schock at 4:07 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 January 23, 2008, meeting. Yeas: Commissioners Gilliam, Walters, and Chairman Schock. Nays: None. License Applications • Sushi Station Elgin, Inc d/b/a Sushi Station located at 2486 Randall Road—Application for a Class E liquor license Assistant Corporation Counsel Kozal reviewed the application and indicated there were figures missing regarding gross monthly revenue for the sale of food and other sources. Ms. Andrea Mayer, representing Sushi Station Elgin, Inc., was present for the hearing and stated that based on the smaller location in Mount Prospect they are estimating the gross monthly revenue from food to be around $160,000 and other sales to be $4,500. Assistant Corporation Counsel Kozal stated that he would like to amend the application to reflect the figures and that there was no negative information associated with the application. Deputy City Clerk Quinton indicated that the license would be contingent upon receiving the applicant's occupancy permit, exterior photo of the building once complete, and dramshop insurance. Councilmember Walters made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Gilliam, to approve the application of Sushi Station Elgin, Inc. d/b/a Sushi Station for a Class E liquor license contingent upon receiving the applicant's occupancy permit, exterior photo of the building once complete, and dramshop insurance. Yeas: Commissioners Gilliam, Walters, and Chairman Schock. Nays: None. r Liquor Commission Meeting March 5, 2008 Page 2 Transfer of Corporate Stock • Jalapenos Corporation d/b/a Jalapenos's Restaurant located at 7 Clock Tower Plaza— Transfer 100% of the corporate stock from Miguel Osorio to Edgar Lara Assistant Corporation Counsel Kozal reviewed the application and Edgar Lara and Citlaya Lara representing Jalapenos Corporation were present for the hearing. Commissioner Walters requested that the current owner of the restaurant submit financial records to the City's Finance department to determine that fifty percent (50%) or more of the gross revenue in any month from the operation of the licensed premises must be from the serving of meals and not from the sale of alcohol as stated in the Elgin Municipal Code 6.06.040(G). Commissioner Walters made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Gilliam, to continue the hearing for the transfer of corporate stock until the records could be submitted and reviewed by the City's Finance department. Yeas: Commissioners Gilliam, Walters, and Chairman Schock. Nays: None. Miscellaneous Commissioner Walters made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Gilliam, that corporation counsel request that all Class E, E-1, E-2, and E-3 liquor license holders submit the past six months of their sales records to make sure that they are all operating within the Elgin Municipal Code 6.06.040 that requires that fifty percent (50%) or more of their gross revenue in any month must be from the serving of meals and not from the sale of alcohol, and that the Finance department provide a report in an upcoming meeting. Yeas: Commissioners Gilliam, Walters, and Chairman Schock. Nays: None. Chairman Schock announced that there would be a special Liquor Commission meeting on March 12, 2008, at 5:00 p.m. to consider a license application. 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 4:20 p.m. April 2, 2008 J- ifer Qu. ton, wording Secretary Date Approved r ELGIN LIQUOR CONTROL COMMISSION SPECIAL MEETING Conference Room 208, South Wing Special Meeting 5:00 p.m. March 12, 2008 A. Call to Order B. Roll Call C. License Application • KMK Ventures, Inc. d/b/a Rookies Sports Bar and Grill located at 2486 Bushwood Drive —Application for a Class M liquor license D. Miscellaneous E. Adjournment kow- ELGIN LIQUOR CONTROL COMMISSION SPECIAL MEETING MARCH 12,2008 The special meeting was called to order by Chairman Schock at 5:08 p.m. in Conference Room 208, South Wing of Elgin City Hall. Members present: Commissioners Gilliam, Walters, and Chairman Schock. Absent: None. License Application • KMK Ventures, Inc. d/b/a Rookies Sports Bar& Grill, located at 2486 Bushwood Drive, Application for a Class M Liquor License Assistant Corporation Counsel Kozal reviewed the application and indicated there was no negative information associated with the application. Bob Karas, representing KMK Ventures, Inc., was present for the hearing. City Clerk Robertson indicated that the Occupancy Permit had not yet been issued. Councilmember Walters made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Gilliam, to approve the application of KMK Ventures, Inc., d/b/a Rookies Sports Bar& Grill for a Class M Liquor License contingent upon the issuance of the final occupancy permit. Yeas: Commissioners Gilliam, Walters, and Chairman Schock. Nays: None. Miscellaneous City Clerk Robertson advised the Commission that the Sushi Station has contacted the Clerk's Office that they may be applying for an exterior license. Adjournment Councilmember Walters made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Gilliam, to adjourn the meeting. Yeas: Commissioners Gilliam, Walters and Chairman Schock. Nays: None. Meeting adjourned at 5:15 p.m. "••• April 2, 2008 Diane Robertson, Rec rding Secretary Date Approved ELGIN LIQUOR CONTROL COMMISSION MEETING Conference Room 208, South Wing Regular Meeting 4:00 p.m. April 2, 2008 A. Call to Order B. Roll Call C. Approval of Minutes—March 5, 2008 March 12, 2008 —Special Meeting D. License Applications -none E. Public Hearings—none F. Transfer of Corporate Stock 1. A. J. Foodshop, Inc. —transfer of 100% of corporate stock from John P. John to Jose Joseph 2. Carmina's Restaurant&Banquets, Inc—transfer of 50% of corporate stock from Francisco Figueroa to Francisco Realzola G. Miscellaneous • Consideration of Applications for Renewal of Liquor Licenses for the period of May 1, 2008 through April 30, 2009 H. Adjournment r • ELGIN LIQUOR CONTROL COMMISSION SPECIAL MEETING Conference Room 208, South Wing Regular Meeting 5:00 p.m. April 9, 2008 A. Call to Order B. Roll Call C. Miscellaneous • Application for Transfer of Corporate Stock—Jalapeno's Restaurant— 100% of the corporate stock from Migual Osorio to Edgar Lara D. Adjournment r r ELGIN LIQUOR CONTROL COMMISSION MEETING MAY 7, 2008 The meeting was called to order by Chairman Schock at 4:15 p.m. in Conference Room 208, South Wing of Elgin City Hall. Members present: Commissioner Walters and Chairman Schock. Absent: Commissioner Gilliam Approval of Minutes Commissioner Walters made a motion, seconded by Chairman Schock, to approve the minutes of the April 2, April 9, and April 30, 2008, meetings. Yeas: Commissioner Walters and Chairman Schock. Nays: None. License Application 1. 7-Eleven, Inc., located at 1024 S. McLean; application for a Class B-1 license. Assistant Corporation Counsel Rick Kozal reviewed the application for the Commission. He stated the 7-Eleven Corporation was taking over the store from the previous franchisee. He stated there was no negative information that would prohibit the issuance rik of a license. William Gallagher and Joe Varesi were present to represent the corporation and acknowledged that the information submitted on the applications is in order. Commissioner Walters made a motion, seconded by Chairman Schock, to approve the license application of 7-Eleven, Inc., located at 1024 S. McLean, for a Class B-1 license. Yeas: Commissioner Walters and Chairman Schock. Nays: None. 2. Elgin Elks Lodge, Number 737, B.P.O. Elks of the U.S.A., located at 139-141 W. River Road; application for a Class C license. Mr. Kozal reviewed the application for the Commission. Roger Stetner and Don Westfall, officers of the Elks Lodge, were present and acknowledged that the information submitted on the application is in order. Commissioner Walters made a motion, seconded by Chairman Schock, to approve the license application of Elgin Elks Lodge, Number 737, located at 139-141 W. River Road, for a Class C license, subject to the issuance of the occupancy permit. Yeas: Commissioner Walters and Chairman Schock. Nays: None. 3. Shrina, Inc., d/b/a Elgin Liquor, located at 1350 E. Chicago Street, Suite #31/32; application for a Class B license. Commissioner Walters made a motion, seconded by Chairman Schock, to table the application of Shrina, Inc. until they are actually ready to proceed. Yeas: Commissioner Walters and Chairman Schock. Nays: None. Liquor Commission Meeting May 7, 2008 Page 2 4. Osteria Verone, d/b/a Villa Verone, located at 13 Douglas; applications for an Exterior Sales Permit. Mr. Kozal reviewed the application for the Commission. Commissioner Walters made a motion, seconded by Chairman Schock, to approve the Exterior Sales Permit for Osteria Verone, d/b/a Villa Verone. Yeas: Commissioner Walters and Chairman Schock. Nays: None. 5. Wal-Mart Stores, Inc., d/b/a Wal-Mart Store #1814, located at 1001 N. Randall Road; application for a Class B license. City Clerk Diane Robertson reported that Wal-Mart had asked to be continued until they were actually ready. Commissioner Walters made a motion, seconded by Chairman Schock to table the application of Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. d/b/a Wal-Mart Store #1814 until they request to go forward. Yeas: Commissioner Walters and Chairman Schock. Nays: None. Transfer of Corporate Stock Jalapenos Corporation d/b/a Jalapenos's Restaurant located at 7 Clock Tower Plaza—Transfer 100% of the corporate stock from Miguel Osorio to Edgar Lara. Citlallin Lara was sworn in to act as translator for her father, Edgar Lara. Mr. Kozal reviewed the application for the Commission. He reminded the Commission that this application had been continued to determine whether the current owners had been complying with the provisions of the Liquor Code requiring a balance of not more than 50% of gross alcohol sales. The City's Finance Director has been working with the current licensees, but the record-keeping has been deficient and no conclusive determination could be reached without hiring a forensic accountant. Mr. Kozal recommended that the City approve the transfer of the corporate stock with the understanding that the new officers will be held to a higher standard for record-keeping. If the City would be unable to make a determination from the monthly financial records, the City will take action to either suspend or revoke the license. Mr. Kozal stated that a letter will be going out to all Class E licensees informing them that the licensees will be required to pay for the cost of an accountant to examine their records if such an examination should be necessary. Mr. Lara acknowledged through his translator that he understood. Mr. Lara also acknowledged that the application was a true copy of what he had completed. Commissioner Walters made a motion, seconded by Chairman Schock, to approve the transfer of 100% of the corporate stock of Jalapenos Corporation from Miguel Osorio to Edgar Lara. Yeas: Commissioner Walters and Chairman Schock. Nays: None. Miscellaneous - none r Liquor Commission Meeting May 7, 2008 Page 3 Adjournment Commissioner Walters made a motion, seconded by Chairman Schock, to adjourn the meeting. Yeas: Commissioner Walters and Chairman Schock. Nays: None. Meeting adjourned at 4:30 p.m. June 4, 2008 Diane Robertson, Rec ding Secretary Date Approved r ELGIN LIQUOR CONTROL COMMISSION SPECIAL MEETING APRIL 2, 2008 The meeting was called to order by Chairman Schock at 4:00 p.m. in Conference Room 208, South Wing of Elgin City Hall. Members present: Commissioner Walters and Chairman Schock. Absent: Commissioner Gilliam Approval of Minutes Commissioner Walters made a motion, seconded by Chairman Schock, to approve the minutes of the March 5, 2008 and March 12, 2008, meetings. Yeas: Commissioners Walters and Chairman Schock. Nays: None. Transfer of Corporate Stock A. A. J. Foodshop, Inc —transfer of 100% of corporate stock from John P. John to Jose C. Joseph Rick Kozal, Assistant Corporation Counsel, introduced Mr. Jose C. Joseph. Mr. Joseph acknowledged that the application was a true copy. Mr. Kozal indicated there was no negative information indicated in the background check. Commissioner Walters made a motion, seconded by Chairman Schock, to approve the transfer of 100% of the stock in A. J. Foodshop, Inc. from John P. John to Jose C. Joseph. Yeas: Commissioner Walters, and Chairman Schock. Nays: None. Chairman Schock told Mr. Joseph that the Commission is very concerned about the sales of alcohol to minors and cautioned Mr. Joseph to err on the side of caution and be very vigilant. B. Carmina's Restaurant & Banquets, Inc. —transfer of 50% of corporate stock from Francisco Figueroa to Francisco Realzola. Mr. Kozal introduced Francisco Realzola. Mr. Realzola acknowledged that the application was a true copy. When asked by Mr. Kozal if he had ever held a liquor license, Mr. Realzola answered that he did currently, for a grocery store in Carpentersville. Mr. Kozal asked if he had ever been subject to a fine, suspension , or a revocation of the license. Mr. Realzola stated that twice he had been fined for sales to a minor. This had happened within the last ten years and that the last time was six years ago. Mr. Kozal stated there was no other negative information in the background check. Commissioner Walters made a motion, seconded by Chairman Schock, to approve the transfer of 50% of the stock in Carmina's Restaurant from Francisco Figueroa to Francisco Realzola. Yeas: Commissioner Walters, and Chairman Schock. Nays: None. Chairman Schock told Mr. Realzola to be vigilant regarding sales to minors. Liquor Commission Meeting April 2, 2008 Page 2 Miscellaneous • Consideration of Renewal of Liquor Licenses for the Period of May 1,2008 to April 30, 2009 LIST A—Completed Applications City Clerk Diane Robertson reported that all of the necessary documents and fees have been furnished by the following establishments for renewal of their liquor licenses, and they are not indebted to the City for payment of any fees, charges, bills or taxes. Commissioner Walters made a motion, seconded by Chairman Schock, 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. Yeas: Commissioners Walters and Chairman Schock. Nays: None. • Acapulco Restaurant • Grand Victoria • The Afterset • Grand Victoria Casino/Brighton • A. J. Food Shop, Inc. Lounge • Akina's Restaurant • Green Jade Restaurant • Aldi's, Inc. #38 • Hemmens Concession • Aldi's, Inc. #50 • Hickory Stick Bar& Grill • Alexander's Restaurant • Hooper's Sports Bar& Grill • Al's Café & Creamery • Hoppe's Corner • Applebee's Neighborhood Grill • Jalapeno's Restaurant & Bar • JB's Pub & Pietro's Pizza • Azteca De Oro Restaurant • Jimmy's Charhouse of Elgin • Bennigan's Grill &Tavern • JJ Pepper's Food Store #21 (2 • Bowlway Lanes S. State Inc.) • Butera Market • LaPuesta Del Sol • The Centre of Elgin—Heritage • Liberty Liquors Ballroom • Loyal Order of Moose 799 • Checkered Flag Pub & Grill • Marisco El Amigo • Chicago Pizza Authority • Meijer Store#183 • Club 58 • Mel's Pizza • Dino's of Elgin Foods • Mr. A's Wine&Liquor Bin • Eaton's Redwood Inn • Mudd& Eddie's Pub • Elgin Country Club • Neighborhood Package Liquors • Elgin Fresh Market • Nick's Liquors • Elgin Fruit Market • Nick's Pizza&Pub • Elgin Lanes • Noodles& Company • Elgin Public House • Northwest Liquor • Elgin Riverside Club, Inc. • Old Towne Inn • Elgin Turners • On Q and Hennessy's • Elgin's Swizzle Inn Steakhouse • Estrellas Del Millenium • Osco Drug Store#3291 • Osco Drug Store#3313 Liquor Commission Meeting April 2, 2008 Page 3 • Owls Athletic Club • Streets of Chicago • Payless Tobacco& Liquors • 2 J's Wine& Spirits (Meerambike Corporation) • Villa Liquors • Price Rite Gas and Food • Villa Verone • Price Rite Liquor • Watch City Post 1307 Veterans • Rookies Sports Bar& Grill of Foreign Wars • Royal Liquor& Wine • White Pearl • 7-Eleven#27616 • Wing Park Liquor, Inc. • Shanghai Bankok House • Silver Lake Restaurant Young Adult Night • Speedway Super America • The Mission #7514 • Stop& Shop LIST B—Missing BASSET Confirmations Ms. Robertson reported that the following establishments have not furnished proof of completion of a BASSET course for all employees who have been employed over 60 days. Commissioner Walters, made a motion, seconded by Chairman Schock to approve the renewal applications in List B subject to receipt of the BASSET certification. Yeas: Commissioner Walters, and Chairman Schock. Nays: None. • Baker Hill Pancake House (need two BASSET cards) • CVS Pharmacy#5929 • Gasthaus Zur Linde, Inc. (need two BASSET cards and insurance confirmation) • Geno's Fine Wine & Spirits (need one BASSET card) • Lonestar Restaurant • Martini Room • Village Pizza& Pub LIST C —Miscellaneous Ms. Robertson reported that the following establishments have not yet furnished a certificate of insurance for the entire license period. Commissioner Walters made a motion, seconded by Chairman Schock to approve the following renewal applications subject to receipt of the certificate of insurance. Yeas: Commissioner Walters and Chairman Schock. Nays: None. • Bubba McDuffy's • Burnt Toast Restaurant • Gasthaus Zur Linde, Inc. (need two BASSET cards and insurance confirmation) • Mission/Medusa's (also has an outstanding balance) • Super Saver Food Mart • • Liquor Commission Meeting April 2, 2008 Page 4 Ms. Robertson reported that The Mission/Medusa's had an outstanding balance of$24,784.50 for special duty police officers. Commissioner Walters made a motion, seconded by Chairman Schock,to approve the renewal application of The Mission/Meduca's contingent upon continued payment of fees for services rendered relating to special duty police officers. Yeas: Commissioner Walters and Chairman Schock. Nays: None. Ms. Robertson reported that the manager of American Legion Post#57 had an outstanding ambulance bill and that Prairie Rock had an outstanding building permit. Commissioner Walters stated that the person in question at the American Legion had passed away and that this was a personal bill. Chairman Schock asked Ms. Robertson to write a memo to the Finance Department advising them of this. Commissioner Walters made a motion, seconded by chairman Schock to approve the renewal application for the American Legion with no contingencies and to renew the renewal application of Prairie Rock subject to payment of the outstanding building permit. Yeas: Commissioner Walters and Chairman Schock. Nays: None. Ms. Robertson reported that at the time of agenda preparation, Carmina's Restaurant& Banquets and Woodview Lanes needed to submit Transfer of Shares applications. The Transfer of Shares application for Carmina's Restaurant & Banquets was subsequently submitted and then approved at the beginning of this meeting. Commissioner Walters made a motion, seconded by Chairman Schock, to approve the renewal application for Carmina's Restaurant & Banquets with no contingency. Yeas: Commissioner Walters and Chairman Schock. Nays: None. Commissioner Walters then made a motion, seconded by Chairman Schock, to approve the renewal application for Woodview Lanes subject to resolving the shareholder issue. Yeas: Commissioner Walters and Chairman Schock. Nays: None. LIST D—Exterior Sales Permits Ms. Robertson reported that the following establishments have also applied for an exterior sales permit. Commissioner Walters made a motion, seconded by Chairman Schock, to approve the following Exterior Sales Permits. Yeas: Commissioners Gilliam, Walters, and Chairman Schock. Nays: None. Fee Required • Al's Café & Creamery • JB's Pub & Pietro's Pizza • Lone Star Steakhouse & Saloon • Mudd& Eddie's Pub • Prairie Rock Brewing company No Fee Required • Akina's Thai Restaurant • The Noodle Shop Liquor Commission Meeting April 2, 2008 Page 5 LIST E—APPLICATIONS NOT RETURNED Ms. Robertson reported that the following establishments had not returned a completed liquor license renewal application: Bill's Tap, El Comitan Restaurant, La Quebrada (restaurant portion) and La Quebrada (banquet license). No other action will be taken at this time. • Jalapeno's Restaurant Mr. Kozal indicated that both the current licensees and the prospective stock transferees of Jalapeno's Restaurant were present. Ms. Citlalllin Lara introduced herself and asked about the status of the financial review of the records and if it would be possible to have a special meeting to consider their application for transfer of corporate stock. Mr. Kozal reported that some of the records were in Spanish and that was part of the reason the review had been delayed. Ms. Majli Cortez, one of the current owners, offered to translate. The Commission agreed to tentatively set a special meeting for 5:00pm on April 9, 2008, contingent upon all of the work being completed. • On Q Club, Hennessy's Steak& Seafood Lt. Cecil Smith of the Elgin Police Department was present representing Deputy Chief Duffy. He reported that there have been on-going problems at On Q. He stated that since the first of the year, there have been forty calls for service including fights calls, suspicious incidents, loud music complaints, and premises check calls from on-duty police officers. He indicated that the majority of the calls for service and the premises checks by the Elgin Police Department are taking place on the weekends. He also indicated that the clientele is beginning to include known gang members and that there has been a coordinated effort between the owners and the Police Department to resolve the issues. Commissioner Walters asked if the extended hours are contributing to the problem and Lt. Smith said that it is during the later hours when incidents occur. Chairman Schock asked if On Q had been responsive to the noise complaints and Lt. Smith said he was not sure. Chairman Schock stated that he will discuss the situation further with the owners. Adjournment Commissioner Walters made a motion, seconded by Chairman Schock, to adjourn the meeting. Yeas: Commissioner Walters and Chairman Schock. Nays: None. Meeting adjourned at 4:45 p.m. May 7, 2008 Diane Robertson, Rec rding Secretary Date Approved ELGIN LIQUOR CONTROL COMMISSION SPECIAL MEETING APRIL 9,2008 The meeting was called to order by Chairman Schock at 5:10 p.m. in Conference Room 208, South Wing of Elgin City Hall. Members present: Commissioner Walters and Chairman Schock. Absent: Commissioner Gilliam Miscellaneous • Application for Transfer of Corporate Stock—Jalapeno's Restaurant— 100% of the corporate stock from Migual Osorio to Edgar Lara Chairman Schock stated that the application was dependent on a review of several months of receipts from Jalapeno's to determine if they had met the requirements of the Class E license. He reported that this review had not yet been completed. Commissioner Walters made a motion, seconded by Chairman Schock, to continue consideration of the application until the May 7, 2008, meeting. Yeas: Commissioner Walters and Chairman Schock. Nays: None. Adjournment Commissioner Walters made a motion, seconded by Chairman Schack, to adjourn the meeting. Yeas: Commissioner Walters and Chairman Schock. Nays: None. Meeting adjourned at 5:12 p.m. ,, _ May 7, 2008 Diane Robertson, Reco ,ing Secretary Date Approved r ELGIN LIQUOR CONTROL COMMISSION SPECIAL MEETING Conference Room 208, South Wing Regular Meeting 4:00 p.m. April 30, 2008 A. Call to Order B. Roll Call C. Micellaneous 1. Consideration of an Application for Renewal of Liquor License for the period of May 1, 2008 through April 30, 2009 2. Other rD. Adjournment ELGIN LIQUOR CONTROL COMMISSION SPECIAL MEETING APRIL 30,2008 The meeting was called to order by Chairman Schock at 4:10 p.m. in Conference Room 208, South Wing of Elgin City Hall. Members present: Commissioner Walters and Chairman Schock. Absent: Commissioner Gilliam Miscellaneous 1. Consideration of Applications for Renewal of Liquor License for the period of May 1, 2008, through April 30, 2009 • LaQuebrada#4 Restaurant Assistant Corporation Counsel Kozal reported that there was no negative information in the renewal applications. He did report that there was a problem with the checks that had been deposited, but that it was being taken care of at this time. Commissioner Walters made a motion, seconded by Chairman Schock, to approve the application upon confirmation that the City has received payment for the license. Yeas: Commissioner Walters and Chairman Schock. Nays: None. • El Comitan Restaurant Mr. Kozal reported that there was no negative information in the renewal applications. Commissioner Walters made a motion, seconded by Chairman Schock, to approve the application. Yeas: Commissioner Walters and Chairman Schock. Nays: None. 2 Other • Class E and E-1 License Holders City Clerk Robertson reported that the requested financial records have not been received from Acapulco Restaurant, Jimmy's Charhouse, LaPuesta Del Sol, LaQuebrada#4 Restaurant, or White Pearl Restaurant • Checkered Flag, Inc. d/b/a Checkered Flag Pub and Grub Ms. Robertson submitted to the Commission a letter from the owner of Checkered Flag, Inc. in which he voluntarily surrendered the liquor license effective at 11:00 p.m. on April 30, 2008. The renewal license for 2008/2009 had previously been approved, but never issued. The renewal fee will be refunded. • Chairman Schock reported that the Clerk's Office had been approached by the Downtown Neighborhood Association regarding a potential vendor who would have wine tastings and sell bottled wine during the season of the Farmer's Market. By consensus, the Commission felt this would be an attraction to the Market. A new liquor license classification would be necessary if this vendor submits an application. • • Liquor Commission Meeting April 30, 2008 Page 2 Adjournment Commissioner Walters made a motion, seconded by Chairman Schock, to adjourn the meeting. Yeas: Commissioner Walters and Chairman Schock. Nays: None. Meeting adjourned at 4:15 p.m. May 7, 2008 Diane Robertson, Reco ding Secretary Date Approved r r ELGIN LIQUOR CONTROL COMMISSION MEETING REVISED AGENDA Conference Room 208, South Wing Regular Meeting 4:00 p.m. June 4, 2008 A. Call to Order B. Roll Call C. Approval of Minutes—May 7, 2008 D. License Applications 1. Sushi Station, located at 2486 Randall Road, for an Exterior Sales Permit 2. Joo International, d/b/a Royal Liquor, located at 1015A N. Randall Road, for a Transfer of Corporate Stock (49%) E. Miscellaneous G. Adjournment r ELGIN LIQUOR CONTROL COMMISSION MEETING JUNE 4,2008 The meeting was called to order by Chairman Schock at 4:00p.m. in Conference Room 208, South Wing of Elgin City Hall. Members present: Commissioner Walters and Chairman Schock. Absent: Commissioner Gilliam Approval of Minutes Commissioner Walters made a motion, seconded by Chairman Schock,to approve the minutes of the May 7,2008, meeting. Yeas: Commissioner Walters and Chairman Schock. Nays: None. License Application 1. Sushi Station, located at 2486 Randall Road, for an Exterior Sales Permit Andrea Mayer, representing Sushi Station Elgin, Inc., was present. Assistant Corporation Council Rick Kozal reviewed the application for the Commission. Commissioner Walters made a motion, seconded by Chairman Schock,to approve the application for an Exterior Sales Permit. Yeas: Commissioner Walters and Chairman Schock. Nays: None. r 2. Joo International, d/b/a Royal Liquor, located at 1015A N. Randall Road, for a Transfer of Corporate Stock(49%) Mr. Bhatt, representing Joo International, was present. Mr. Kozal reviewed the application for the Commission and indicated this was a bifurcated transfer of stock. Mr. Kozal also advised Mr. Bhatt that another transfer of stock would not be considered by the Commission for until after the expiration of the current license year. Commissioner Walters made a motion, seconded by Chairman Schock,to approve the application for stock transfer (49%). Yeas: Commissioner Walters and Chairman Schock. Nays: None. Miscellaneous City Clerk Diane Robertson advised the Commission that currently there were three establishments that had not paid the first quarterly payment of the liquor fee increase. She was instructed by the Commission to contact the establishments by letter to advise them they were overdue. r Liquor Commission Meeting June 4, 2008 Page 2 Adjournment Commissioner Walters made a motion, seconded by Chairman Schock, to adjourn the meeting. Yeas: Commissioner Walters and Chairman Schock. Nays: None. Meeting adjourned at 4:15 p.m. July 2, 2008 Diane Robertson, Rec ding Secretary Date Approved r r ELGIN LIQUOR CONTROL COMMISSION SPECIAL MEETING Conference Room 208, South Wing Special Meeting 4:30 p.m. June 25, 2008 A. Call to Order B. Roll Call C License Applications • Application of La Puesta Del Sol, located at 165 E. Highland Avenue, for a Class E-1 liquor license rD. Miscellaneous E. Adjournment r ELGIN LIQUOR CONTROL COMMISSION MEETING SPECIAL MEETING JUNE 25,2008 The special meeting was called to order by Chairman Schock at 4:35 p.m. in Conference Room 208, South Wing of Elgin City Hall. Members present: Commissioner Gilliam and Walters and Chairman Schock. Absent: None License Application • Application of La Puesta Del Sol, located at 165 E. Highland Avenue, for a Class E-1 liquor license Assistant Corporation Counsel Rick Kozal presented the application. He indicated this change of ownership was due to the death of the owner several months ago. Jose Diaz, Jr. was present to represent the applicant. Commissioner Gilliam made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Walters, to approve the application of La Puesta Del Sol, for a Class E-1 liquor license. Yeas: Commissioners Gilliam, Walters, and Chairman Schock. Nays: None. flPik 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 4:40 p.m. July 2, 2008 Diane Robertson, Rec ding Secretary Date Approved r 1 ELGIN LIQUOR CONTROL COMMISSION MEETING Conference Room 208, South Wing Regular Meeting 4:00 p.m. July 2, 2008 A. Call to Order B. Roll Call C. Approval of Minutes— June 4, 2008 June 25, 2008 Special Meeting D. License Applications 1. Shilpyog, Inc., d/b/a 7-Eleven, located at 1024 S. McLean Boulevard, application for a Class B-1 license 2. gruppoF4, Inc., d/b/a Café Roma, located at 2175 Point Boulevard, Suite 2 �Pp 2, application for a Class E-3 license 3. Mad Maggie's, Inc., d/b/a Mad Maggie's, located at 51 South Grove, application for a Class E-1 license 4. Boni Liquors, Inc., d/b/a Mr. A's Liquor, located at 136 Tyler Creek Plaza, application for a Class B license E. Miscellaneous 1. Review of Outstanding Liquor License Fees 2. Application Fees for Liquor License Applications and for Transfer of Stock Applications F. Adjournment ELGIN LIQUOR CONTROL COMMISSION MEETING JULY 2,2008 The meeting was called to order by Chairman Schock at 4:04 p.m. in Conference Room 208, South Wing of Elgin City Hall. Members present: Commissioner Walters and Chairman Schock. Absent: Commissioner Gilliam Approval of Minutes Commissioner Walters made a motion, seconded by Chairman Schock, to approve the minutes of the regular meeting on June 4, 2008, and the minutes of a special meeting on June 25, 2008. Yeas: Commissioner Walters and Chairman Schock. Nays: None. License Application 1. Shilpyog, Inc., d/b/a 7-Eleven, located at 1024 S. McLean Boulevard, application for a Class B-1 license Assistant Corporation Counsel Rick Kozal reviewed the application for the Commission. The applicant, Yogesh Thakkar was present. Mr. Kozal reported that the applicant was the new franchisee for the 7-Eleven and that there was no negative information contained in the application. Commissioner Walters asked Mr. Thakkar if he understood the application and to confirm his signature on the application. Mr. Thakkar indicated he understood the questions and he confirmed it was his signature. Commissioner Walters made a motion, seconded by Chairman Schock, to approve the application of Shilpyog, Inc., d/b/a/7-Eleven for a Class B-1 license. Yeas: Commissioner Walters and Chairman Schock. Nays: None. 2. gruppoF4, Inc., d/b/a Café Roma, located at 2175 Point Boulevard, Suite 2, application for a Class E-3 license Assistant Corporation Counsel Rick Kozal reviewed the application for the Commission. The applicant, Frank Rodisi, was present. Mr. Kozal stated that the applicant had been operating a restaurant at this location and that a liquor license had previously been approved for the former business. He also reported that no negative information was contained in the application. Commissioner Walters asked Mr. Rodisi if he understood the application and to confirm his signature on the application. Mr. Rodisi indicated he understood the questions and he confirmed it was his signature. Commissioner Walters made a motion, seconded by Chairman Schock,to approve the application of gruppoF4, Inc., d/b/a Café Roma, for a Class E-3 license. Yeas: Commissioner Walters and Chairman Schock. Nays: None. Liquor Commission Meeting July 2, 2008 Page 2 r 3. Mad Maggie's, Inc., d/b/a Mad Maggie's, located at 51 South Grove, application for a Class E-1 license Assistant Corporation Counsel Rick Kozal reviewed the application for the Commission. The applicants, Sean Davis and Tadeusz Kurita, were present. It was noted that the applicants did not complete the revenue section and they agreed they would do that at the conclusion of the meeting. The applicants submitted a copy of their draft Employee Handbook. No negative information was noted. Commissioner Walters asked the applicants to confirm the signature and the information contained in the application. Mr. Davis confirmed both. Commissioner Walters made a motion, seconded by Chairman Schock, to approve the application of Mad Maggie's, Inc. for a Class E-1 license, subject to receipt of their occupancy permit, the projected revenue, and the final seating plan. Yeas: Commissioner Walters and Chairman Schock. Nays: None. 4. Boni Liquors, Inc., d/b/a Boni Liquor, located at 136 Tyler Creek Plaza, application for a Class B license Assistant Corporation Counsel Rick Kozal reviewed the application for the Commission. The applicants, Ashwin Patel and Bharat Akoliya, were present. Mr. Kozal stated that the applicants were taking over the business of Mr. A's Liquors and that the applicants have submitted a proper lease with their application. There is no negative information. Commissioner Walters asked if the applicants understood the application and requested confirmation of the signatures on the application. The applicants stated they understood the questions and they confirmed the signatures. Commissioner Walters made a motion, seconded by Chairman Schock, to approve the application of Boni Liquors, Inc. for a Class B license. Yeas: Commissioners Walters and Chairman Schock. Nays: None. Miscellaneous 1. Review of Outstanding Liquor License Fees The City Clerk advised the Commission that two licensees, On Q Club/Hennessy's and Bubba McDuffy's, were delinquent with the first installment of their liquor license fee increase. By consensus, the City Clerk was directed to notify the licensees by certified mail that they had until July 11, 2008, to bring their account up to date or a complaint would be filed. r Liquor Commission Meeting July 2, 2008 Page 3 2. Application Fees for Liquor License Applications and for Transfer of Stock Applications The City Clerk advised the Commission that seven applications for Transfer of Stock had been received by her office. At this time no application fee is charged for Transfer of Stock applications. The Commission had no objection to the Clerk bringing a proposal to institute a fee to the next Commission meeting. Adjournment Commissioner Walters made a motion, seconded by Chairman Schock, to adjourn the meeting. Yeas: Commissioners Walters and Chairman Schock. Nays: None. Meeting adjourned at 4:20 p.m. August 6, 2008 Diane Robertson, Recor 'rig Secretary Date Approved r ELGIN LIQUOR CONTROL COMMISSION MEETING REVISED AGENDA Conference Room A, South Wing Regular Meeting 4:00 p.m. August 6, 2008 A. Call to Order B. Roll Call C. Approval of Minutes—July 2, 2008 D. License Applications 1. Adonay, Inc. d/b/a Casa Lara, located at 7 Clock Tower Plaza, for a Class E Liquor License 2. Red Bar Winery, Inc., d/b/a Red Bar Winery, located at 74 South Grove Avenue, for a Class V Liquor License E. Miscellaneous 1. Review of Outstanding Liquor License Fees 2. Application Fees for Liquor License Applications and for Transfer of Stock Applications G. Adjournment ►• ELGIN LIQUOR CONTROL COMMISSION MEETING AUGUST 6,2008 The meeting was called to order by Chairman Schock at 4:08 p.m. in Conference Room 208, South Wing of Elgin City Hall. Members present: Commissioner Gilliam and Walters and Chairman Schock. Absent: None Approval of Minutes Commissioner Walters made a motion, seconded by Chairman Schock, to approve the minutes of the July 2, 2008 meeting. Yeas: Commissioner Walters, and Chairman Schock. Nays: None. Commissioner Gilliam voted present. License Application 1. Adonay, Inc. d/b/a Casa Lara, located at 7 Clock Tower Plaza, for a Class E Liquor License Assistant Corporation Counsel reviewed the application. The applicant, Edgar Lara, was present, and his daughter Citallin acted as interpreter. Both were sworn in by the court reporter. Mr. Lara confirmed that it was his signature on the application. Councilmember Walters made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Gilliam, to approve the application of Adonay, Inc., d/b/a Casa Lara, for a Class E liquor license subject to receipt of the confirmation of a corporate secretary and the receipt of the Articles of Incorporation. Yeas: Commissioners Gilliam, Walters, and Chairman Schock. Nays: None. 2. Red Bar Winery, Inc., d/b/a Red Bar Winery, located at 74 South Grove Avenue, for a Class V Liquor License Mr. Kozal reviewed the application. The applicants, Ellsworth James and Doris Canfield, were present. Mr. Kozal advised the Commission that a new liquor classification would need to be created for this application and presented a proposal for a Class V license. Mr. Canfield objected to the proposed $2,500 fee and argued that other municipalities were charging from $400 to $600 for the same type of classification. A fee of$500 was agreed upon. Commissioner Gilliam made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Walters, to recommend creation of a Class V liquor license at an annual fee of$500. Yeas: Commissioners Gilliam, Walters, and Chairman Schock. Nays: None. E Liquor Commission Meeting August 6, 2008 Page 2 Commissioner Gilliam made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Walters, to approve the application of Red Bar Winery, Inc. d/b/a Red Bar Winery for a Class V liquor license pending creation of the classification. Miscellaneous 1. Review of Outstanding Liquor License Fees City Clerk Robertson reported to the Commission on outstanding balances that were due on July 31, 2008. She reported that second notices had been sent. It was the consensus of the Commission that the Assistant Corporation Counsel should follow up with a letter from the Legal Department. 2. Application Fees for Liquor License Applications and for Transfer of Stock Applications Ms. Robertson presented a proposal to the Commission to increase the liquor license application fee and the transfer of stock application fee citing the amount of time spent on each application by the various departments. Commissioner Walters made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Gilliam, to recommend increasing the liquor license application fee to $300 and the transfer of stock application fee to $150. Yeas: Commissioners Gilliam, Walters, and Chairman Schock. Nays: None. Chairman Schock asked Mr. Kozal and Ms. Roberson to bring back to the Commission a proposal for financial relief for the Center City license holders. 3. Ms. Robertson reported that a local hotel had inquired about a liquor license. The hotel in question does not have a dining room. By consensus it was agreed that a proposal for a Class D-1 license should be presented to the Commission. 4. Deputy Chief Beeter reported on a recent liquor check conducted by the Police Department. Adjournment Commissioner Walters made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Gilliam, to adjourn the meeting. Yeas: Commissioners Gilliam, Walters and Chairman Schock. Nays: None. Meeting adjourned at 4:38 p.m. October 1, 2008 Diane Robertson, Record g Secretary Date Approved ELGIN LIQUOR CONTROL COMMISSION NOTICE OF CANCELLATION OF MEETING NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the September 3, 2008, regularly scheduled meeting of the Liquor Control Commission is cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for October 1, 2008, at 4:00 p.m. DATED: September 3, 2008. rik CITY OF ELGIN By Diane Robertson Liquor Commission Secretary ELGIN LIQUOR CONTROL COMMISSION MEETING Conference Room 208, South Wing Regular Meeting 4:00 p.m. October 1, 2008 A. Call to Order B. Roll Call C. Approval of Minutes—August 6, 2008 D. License Applications 1. The Walnut Inn, Inc., d/b/a The Walnut Inn, located at 214 Walnut Avenue, for a Class E-3 Liquor License 2. Sammy's Mexican Grill, Inc., d/b/a Sammy's Mexican Grill, located at 3091 West Route 20 for a Class E-2 Liquor License E. Public Hearings F. Miscellaneous G. Adjournment ELGIN LIQUOR CONTROL COMMISSION MEETING Conference Room 208, South Wing Regular Meeting 4:00 p.m. November 5, 2008 A. Call to Order B. Roll Call C. Approval of Minutes—October 1, 2008 D. License Applications 1. Maciano's of Elgin, L.L.C., d/b/a Maciano's Pizza& Pastaria, located at 3091 W. Route 20, for a Class F Liquor License E. Public Hearings F. Miscellaneous 1. Outstanding liquor license fees 2. Proposed ordinance prohibiting the sale of any beer or malt products by the single container for off-premises consumption at any location within the city and prohibiting the sale of certain low cost/high-alcohol content beer and malt products enumerated below for off-premises consumption within a specified geographic area G. Adjournment ELGIN LIQUOR CONTROL COMMISSION MEETING Conference Room 208, South Wing Regular Meeting 4:00 p.m. December 3, 2008 A. Call to Order B. Roll Call C. Approval of Minutes — November 5, 2008 November 20, 2008 Special Meeting D. License Applications 1. Shrina, Inc., d/b/a Elgin Liquor, located at 1350 E. Chicago Street, for a Class B Liquor License E. Miscellaneous 1. Approval of the 2009 Elgin Liquor Control Commission Schedule 2. Outstanding Liquor Fees F. Adjournment rik