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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2012 Liquor Commission ELGIN LIQUOR CONTROL COMMISSION MEETING January 11, 2012 The meeting was called to order by Chairman Kaptain at 4:30 p.m. in Conference Room 208, South Wing of Elgin City Hall. Members present: Commissioners Dunne, Powell, Moeller (arrived at 4:35 p.m.), Prigge, Steffen and Chairman Kaptain. Absent: Commissioner Gilliam. Approval of Minutes Commissioner Dunne made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Steffen, to approve the minutes of the December 7, 2011 regular meeting. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Commissioners Dunne, Prigge and Steffen and Chairman Kaptain. Nays: None. Public Hearing on Class B-3 Liquor License Application for Bond Drug Company d/b/a Walgreens #12772 located at 589 N. McLean Avenue Corporation Counsel Cogley gave an overview of the application for Bond Drug Company d/b/a Walgreens #12772, located at 589 N. McLean Avenue. The applicant is applying for the Class B-3 license for their location at the Wing Park shopping Center. The Class B-3 license allows for the sale of alcoholic liquor limited to beer and wine only sold in the original package and not for consumption on the premise. Mr. Cogley stated the license application was in order and that he was recommending approval of the license subject to the conditions listed in the memo. The manager of the store, Michelle Spires, and a Walgreens’ representative Stella Napoli were present to answer questions. Commissioner Dunne made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Steffen, to approve a Class B-3 liquor license for Walgreens #12772 located at 589 N. McLean Avenue subject to the conditions listed in the memo. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Commissioners Dunne, Moeller, Prigge, Steffen and Chairman Kaptain. Nays: None. Public Hearing on Complaint in the Matter of the Retail Alcoholic Dealers License of Foxhole Pub Inc., d/b/a Afterset, 158 Symphony, Elgin, Illinois 60120 Corporation Counsel Cogley reviewed the complaint regarding overcrowding incidents at the Afterset dated December 9, 2011. He stated that the parties came to a proposed settlement agreement which included a $1,000 fine to be paid in 30 days. Robert Smith, attorney for Foxhole Pub Inc. d/b/a Afterset, was present to answer questions. Liquor Commission Meeting January 11, 2012 Page 2 Police Chief Swoboda provided an update on what changes have been made to prevent issues in the future. He noted that they have seen improvements related to the training of the establishment’s personnel to regulate the clientele. Corporation Counsel Cogley outlined other measures that could be taken should other incidents occur. The other measures included an increased fine and suspension of the liquor license. The Commissioners agreed that overcrowding was a serious life safety issue. Commissioner Dunne made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Moeller, to approve the proposed settlement with Foxhole Pub Inc., d/b/a Afterset, 158 Symphony Way. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Commissioners Dunne, Moeller, Prigge, and Chairman Kaptain. Nays: None. Abstain: Commissioner Steffen Miscellaneous Corporation Counsel Cogley presented the 2012 schedule for the Liquor Commission. Commissioner Moeller made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Powell, to approve the 2012 schedule for the Liquor Commission. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Commissioners Dunne, Powell, Prigge, Moeller, Steffen and Chairman Kaptain. Nays: None. Commissioner Dunne stated that the neighbors of the Super Saver, 776 Walnut Avenue, were pleased to see the changes that had occurred outside the store. Corporation Counsel Cogley noted he spoke with the owner regarding the inoperable vending machine and that he was in the process of removing the machine. Adjournment Commissioner Dunne made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Moeller, to adjourn the meeting. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Commissioners Dunne, Moeller, Powell, Prigge, Steffen, and Chairman Kaptain. Nays: None. Meeting adjourned at 4:54 p.m. s/ Kim Dewis February 8, 2012 Kim Dewis, Recording Secretary Date Approved ELGIN LIQUOR CONTROL COMMISSION MEETING February 8, 2012 The meeting was called to order by Chairman Kaptain at 4:30 p.m. in Conference Room 208, South Wing of Elgin City Hall. Members present: Commissioners Dunne, Powell, Prigge, Steffen and Chairman Kaptain. Absent: Commissioners Gilliam and Moeller. Approval of Minutes Commissioner Dunne made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Steffen, to approve the minutes of the January 11, 2012 regular meeting. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Commissioners Dunne, Prigge and Steffen and Chairman Kaptain. Nays: None. Public Hearing on Class F-1 Liquor License Application Mango’s Café & Neveria, 300 S. McLean Ave. Unit L Elgin, IL 60123 Corporation Counsel Cogley gave an overview of the application for Mango’s Café & Neveria, located at 300 S. McLean Avenue Unit L. The applicant is applying for the Class F-1 license for their existing Mexican-themed restaurant. The Class F-1 license authorizes the sale by a service bar of beer, wine and one additional alcoholic liquor beverage for consumptions on the premises. Mr. Cogley stated the license application was in order and that he was recommending approval of the license subject to the conditions listed in the memo. Mr. Adalberto Sanchez, operator of Mango’s, was present to answer questions. There was a brief discussion regarding the hours of the establishment, how many licenses were in the immediate area, and calls for service to the location. Corporation Counsel Cogley provided background on limiting the number of licenses issued. He also reviewed the options to supply the commission with how many license had been issued and the locations of the establishments. Commissioner Dunne made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Steffen, to approve a Class F-1 Liquor License for Mango’s Café & Neveria, 300 S. McLean Ave. Unit L subject to the conditions listed in the memo. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Commissioners Dunne, Steffen and Chairman Kaptain. Nays: Prigge. Liquor Commission Meeting February 8, 2012 Page 2 Miscellaneous Commissioner Dunne asked if the agenda could be finalized by the week prior to the meeting. Staff noted that they would accommodate this request. Commissioner Steffen suggested that any fee changes for the liquor license process be discussed at the Liquor Commission meeting before being presented at a City Council meeting. Adjournment Commissioner Dunne made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Steffen, to adjourn the meeting. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Commissioners Dunne, Powell, Prigge, Steffen, and Chairman Kaptain. Nays: None. Meeting adjourned at 4:47 p.m. s/ Kim Dewis March 7, 2012 Kim Dewis, Recording Secretary Date Approved ELGIN LIQUOR CONTROL COMMISSION MEETING March 7, 2012 The meeting was called to order by Chairman Kaptain at 4:30 p.m. in Conference Room 208, South Wing of Elgin City Hall. Members present: Commissioners Dunne, Powell, Prigge, Steffen and Chairman Kaptain. Absent: Commissioners Gilliam and Moeller. Approval of Minutes Commissioner Dunne made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Powell, to approve the minutes of the February 8, 2012 regular meeting. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Commissioners Dunne, Prigge and Steffen and Chairman Kaptain. Nays: None. Public Hearing on Class B Liquor License Application Moon Food & Liquor Inc. d/b/a Royal Liquors, 1015 N. Randall Road Elgin, IL 60123 Corporation Counsel Cogley gave an overview of the application for Moon Food & Liquor Inc. d/b/a Royal Liquors, 1015 N. Randall Road Elgin, IL 60123. Commissioner Dunne asked the store owner if they had rights under their lease to use the signage on Randall Road. They indicated they had the right and would be using the sign. Commissioner Dunne made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Powell, to approve a Class B Liquor License for Moon Food & Liquor Inc. d/b/a Royal Liquors, 1015 N. Randall Road subject to the conditions listed in the memo. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Commissioners Dunne, Powell, Prigge, Steffen and Chairman Kaptain. Nays: None. Proposed reduction in the annual liquor license fees Corporation Counsel Cogley provided an overview on the proposed 56% reduction to the annual liquor license fees. He indicated that the reduction was proposed to mitigate the impact of the new liquor tax on the licensees. Commissioner Dunne asked if the reduction was to be across the board and suggested a graduated fee schedule to reward establishments for good behavior. City Manager Stegall provided background on the reasoning behind the reduction. The primary message was one of equity for the operators of the establishments. Liquor Commission Meeting March 7, 2012 Page 2 There was discussion of the fee study and the potential impact on the annual license fees. It was noted that there was the potential for the fees to change again when the study was completed. The Commission asked that this information be communicated to the businesses. Commissioner Dunne asked if the establishments were allowed to have payment plans for their annual fee. Corporation Counsel Cogley noted that they must have paid in full prior to issuance of the license. There was a brief discussion regarding the annual fees and the suggestion to raise the fines for those establishments that have citations against them. Corporation Counsel Cogley noted that in the past year there were only two complaints with over 100 active liquor licenses in the City. Commissioner Steffen made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Prigge, to approve the proposed reduction of the annual liquor license fees. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Commissioners Dunne, Powell, Prigge, Steffen and Chairman Kaptain. Nays: None. Proposed amendment to the liquor code for fingerprint background checks for applicants Corporation Counsel Cogley provided information regarding the proposed change. He noted that the state allows for a fingerprint background check. The fingerprint check would help with potential use of assumed names and common names that produce hits that belong to other individuals and not the applicant. There was a discussion regarding the current requirements and how officer and manager changes should be handled. Commissioner Steffen made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Powell, to approve the proposed amendment to the liquor code for fingerprint background checks for applicants. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Commissioners Dunne, Powell, Prigge, Steffen and Chairman Kaptain. Nays: None. Police liquor compliance check Corporation Counsel Cogley presented the results of the recent liquor compliance checks. Two establishments were found in violation and sold alcoholic liquor to a minor. The establishments were Super Saver Food Mart at 776 Walnut Avenue and La Quebrada at 50 N. Spring Street. Commissioner Steffen made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Powell, to accept the recommendation of Corporation Counsel and issue complaints based on the Police liquor compliance check results. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Commissioners Dunne, Powell, Prigge, Steffen and Chairman Kaptain. Nays: None. Liquor Commission Meeting March 7, 2012 Page 3 Adjournment Commissioner Dunne made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Steffen, to adjourn the meeting. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Commissioners Dunne, Powell, Prigge, Steffen, and Chairman Kaptain. Nays: None. Meeting adjourned at 5:05 p.m. s/ Kim Dewis April 11, 2012 Kim Dewis, Recording Secretary Date Approved ELGIN LIQUOR CONTROL COMMISSION MEETING April 11, 2012 The meeting was called to order by Chairman Kaptain at 4:30 p.m. in Conference Room 208, South Wing of Elgin City Hall. Members present: Commissioners Dunne, Moeller, Powell, Prigge, Steffen and Chairman Kaptain. Absent: Commissioners Gilliam. Approval of Minutes Commissioner Dunne made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Steffen, to approve the minutes of the March 7, 2012 regular meeting. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Commissioners Dunne, Prigge and Steffen and Chairman Kaptain. Nays: None. Abstain: Commissioner Moeller. Public Hearing on Class B Liquor License Application Target Corporation, d/b/a Target Store T-0834, located at 300 S. Randall Road Corporation Counsel Cogley gave an overview of the application for the Class B license, which authorizes the retail sale of liquor not for consumption on the premises, for the existing store. He stated that staff was recommending approval of the application subject to conditions. The conditions are: approval of premises for continued occupancy, satisfactory criminal history background check, obtaining a general business license, payment of the one time $10,000 fee, and the creation of an additional Class B liquor license. Commissioner Dunne made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Moeller, to approve a Class B Liquor License for Target Corporation, d/b/a/ Target Store T-0834 located at 300 S. Randall Road subject to the conditions listed in the memo. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Commissioners Dunne, Moeller, Powell, Prigge, Steffen and Chairman Kaptain. Nays: None. Public Hearing on Class X Liquor License Application Nail Art & Spa, located at 2300 Randall Road Corporation Counsel Cogley gave an overview of the application for the Class X license, which allows for the incidental sale of alcoholic liquor for establishments consisting of a full service salon, for the existing salon. He stated staff is recommending approval of the license subject to the conditions outlined in the memo. Generally a three compartment sink is required for washing and sanitizing of utensils or glasses. Under certain conditions the sink requirement could be waived. The conditions are: no Liquor Commission Meeting April 11, 2012 Page 2 potentially hazardous (refrigerated) food or beverages allowed; no preparation of food is allowed; and only single use containers are permitted. The applicant intends to only serve wine in a single use container with no food preparation. There was a brief discussion regarding the details of the Class X license and if there were any issues with the current Class X licensees. Commissioner Powell made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Moeller, to approve a Class X Liquor License for Nail Art & Spa located at 2300. Randall Road subject to the conditions listed in the memo. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Commissioners Dunne, Moeller, Powell, Prigge, Steffen and Chairman Kaptain. Nays: None. Public Hearing on Class E-3 Liquor License Application McGruder’s Pub Inc. d/b/a McGruber’s Irish Sports Pub located at 1350 E. Chicago Street Corporation Counsel Cogley gave an overview of the Class E-3 application for McGruder’s Pub Inc.d/b/a McGruber’s Irish Sports Pub located at 1350 E. Chicago Street. The Class E-3 liquor license allows for the retail sale of alcohol in restaurants for consumption on the premise. The owner indicated that he would like to extend the hours of the restaurant beyond what is allowed in section 9.08.230 of the Elgin Municipal Code for a location adjacent to a residentially zoned property. In order to extend the hours the owner needed to obtain a conditional use and that petition would be heard at the April 11, 2011 City Council meeting. There was a discussion regarding the proximity to the residential area and the potential impacts this restaurant with extended house could have on the neighborhood. The owner noted that they would not be pursuing outdoor seating at this time. Commissioner Steffen made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Powell, to approve a Class E-3 Liquor License for McGruder’s Pub Inc. d/b/a McGruber’s Irish Sports Pub located at 1350 E. Chicago Street subject to the conditions listed in the memo. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Commissioners Dunne, Moeller, Powell, Steffen and Chairman Kaptain. Nays: Commissioner Prigge. Public Hearing on Class U Liquor License Application for Yoshuaa, Inc. d/b/a Casa Lara, 7 Clock Tower Plaza Corporation Counsel Cogley gave an overview of the Class U liquor license application for Yoshuaa, Inc. d/b/a Casa Lara located at 7 Clock Tower Plaza. Mr. Cogley noted that the Class U allowed for liquor sales until 3:00 a.m. The incident report, provided by the Police Department, indicated that there were either (8) written reports of fighting. The majority of these incidents occurred late at night which should be taken into account when considering issued a 3:00 a.m. license. Liquor Commission Meeting April 11, 2012 Page 3 Staff recommended a denial of Class U license application but approval of the renewal application for the Class E liquor license. The owners stated they wanted to make the change to the 3 a.m. license because they were losing business and would be willing to have the license on a probationary basis with a police detail. There was a discussion regarding the police reports including the time of day and type of incident. Commissioner Moeller made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Steffen, to deny a Class U Liquor License for Yoshuaa, Inc. d/b/a Casa Lara located at 7 Clock Tower Plaza. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Commissioners Dunne, Moeller, Powell, Prigge, Steffen and Chairman Kaptain. Nays: None. Discussion of a Class B-1 Liquor License Application for Glogovsky Oil Company d/b/a The Grove Mart, located at 2320 N. Randall Road Corporation Counsel Cogley provided an overview of the project. Mr. Cogley stated that staff was looking for direction regarding the policy on B-1 liquor licenses being issued to convenience stores or gas stations. Since 1995 the city code has prohibited the issuance of the Class B liquor license to gas stations or conveniences stores. And it has been a policy that these establishments have not been issued Class B-1 or B-2 liquor licenses. Mr. Cogley noted that there is a limit on how many B-1 licenses are issues so the applications could be considered on a case by case basis. There was discussion regarding what constituted a convenience store, the potential locations of the businesses and signage. The representatives for The Grove Mart provided an overview of their proposal and answered questions regarding their level of experience with this type of business. It was the consensus of the Commission that they would hear the application for this project. They felt this location was suited to the proposed use. They would be open to hearing other applications and decide them on a case by case basis. The public hearing for the Class B-1 Liquor License application for Glogovsky Oil Company d/b/a The Grove Mart, located at 2320 N. Randall Road would be heard at the May 9th Liquor Commission meeting. Liquor Commission Meeting April 11, 2012 Page 4 Miscellaneous Consideration of Applications for Renewal of Liquor Licenses for the Period of May 1, 2012, through April 30, 2013 LIST A – COMPLETED APPLICATIONS 2 J’s Wine and Spirits 7-Eleven #27616 7-Eleven (McLean) A.J. Foodshop Afterset Aldi #38 Aldi #50 Alexander’s Restaurant Al’s Café & Creamery American Legion Elgin Post 57 Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill and Bar Azteca De Oro Restaurant Baker Hill Pancake House Big Skillet Restaurant Boni Liquor Bowlway Lanes Brighton Lounge – Grand Victoria Burnt Toast Butera Café Roma Carmina’s Restaurant &Banquets Casa Lara Centre Chicago Pizza Authority Club 58 CVS Pharmacy Dino’s of Elgin Food Douglas Street Sports Pub Easton’s Redwood Inn Elgin Buffet Elgin Country Club Elgin Fresh Market Elgin Fruit Market Elgin Lanes Elgin Liquor and Wine Elgin Lodge No 799 Loyal Order of Moose Elgin Riverside Club Elgin Turners Extra Value Wine and Spirits Geno’s Fine Wine and Spirits Grand Victoria - Pavillon Green Jade Restaurant Hemmens Concession Hickory Stick Bar and Grill Hoopers Sports Bar Hoppe’s Corner Islas Marias Resturant J.J. Peppers Foodstore Jimmy’s Charhouse Liberty Liquors Lone Star Steakhouse and Saloon Maciano’s Pizza and Pastaria Martini Room Meijer Store #183 Mel’s Pizza Mission/ Medusa’s Neighborhood Package Liquors Nick’s Pizza and Pub Osco Drug #3291 Osco Drug #3313 Owl’s Athletic Club Porter’s Pub Prairie Rock Grill Price Rite Gas and Food Price Rite Liquor Rookies Sports Bar & Grill Royal Liquor & Wine Salon Couture Shanghai Bangkok House Silver Lake Restaurant Speedway Stop N Shop Liquor Commission Meeting April 11, 2012 Page 5 Super Saver Food Mart Sushi Station Villa Liquors Village Pizza and Pub Walmart #1814 Wing Park Liquors Commissioner Steffen made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Powell, to approve List A, complete applications, from the memo for Liquor License Renewals for May 1, 2012 through April 30, 2013. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Commissioners Dunne, Moeller, Powell, Prigge, Steffen and Chairman Kaptain. Nays: None. LIST B – EXTERIOR SALES PERMITS Al’s Café and Creamery, (Designated Exterior) Douglas Street Sports Bar and Grill (Designated Exterior) JB’s Pub & Pietro’s Pizza (Beer garden) Lone Star Steakhouse & Saloon, (Designated Exterior) Mudd and Eddie’s Pub Boulevard (Beer garden) The Noodle Shop, Co. – Illinois, Inc. (Designated Exterior) Sushi Station (Designated Exterior) Villa Verone (Designated Exterior) Commissioner Steffen made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Moeller, to approve List B, exterior sales permits, from the memo for Liquor License Renewals for May 1, 2012 through April 30, 2013. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Commissioners Dunne, Moeller Powell, Prigge, Steffen and Chairman Kaptain. Nays: None. LIST C - YOUNG ADULT NIGHT PERMIT Mission/Medusa Commissioner Steffen made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Moeller, to approve List C, young adult night permit, from the memo for Liquor License Renewals for May 1, 2012 through April 30, 2013. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Commissioners Dunne, Moeller, Powell, Prigge, Steffen and Chairman Kaptain. Nays: None. LIST D - APPLICATIONS WITH ISSUES Insurance: These establishments have not turned in current dram shop insurance certificates. Bubba McDuffy’s Elgin Elks Lodge #737 Elgin Public House Liquor Commission Meeting April 11, 2012 Page 6 Basset Cards: These establishments owe copies of Basset cards: Establishment Missing Cards 7-11 (McLean) Shilpa Thakkar, American Legion Barbara Sleeman Beckman, Nancy Siljestrom Big Skillet Alex Escobar, Amanda Irwin Café Roma Molly Fivelson, Vanessa Haas Carmina’s Restaurant Sarah Gontner CVS Pharmacy Maria Fernandez, Katie Stanaetz, Winfried Cooper Douglas Street Sports Pub Tricia Kerrigan, Erika Martinez, Laura Powers Elgin Elks club Marylou Baldwin, Sharon Holliday, Duane Werth Elgin Riverside Club Ryan Letsinger Elgin Turners Mary Genz, Seth Thomas, Joseph Armintrout, Joseph Leroy, Mary Schwartz Estrellas Del Millenium Neypran Quntero Hickory Stick Did not submit Basset information JB’s Pub & Pietros Pizza Janet Todd La Quebrada Restaurant & Banquets Azucena Rodriguez, Maria Fernandez Mariscos El Amigo Javier Chagoya Jr. Noodles & Co. William Bestman Northwest Liquor Nick Nevkom Old Towne Diane Carter Otter Creek Wine Kari Mongold, Adam Wieneke Sammy’s Mexican Restaurant Alfredo Rangel, Heriberto Gomez VFW Art Buckheister, Kyle Buckheister, Michael Flannagan, Kerry Baldwin, Robert Duffy Villa Verone Stephanie Baeza, Alejandro Rivera, James Myers Walgreens 02986 Martin Poore, Raiza Lopez Walgreens 07100 Arsala Alam, Kalin Blackstone, Kristofa Erickson, Chrissie Jenkins, Andrew Meyer, Cherie Patete, Chiante Pniewski, Brenda Richardson, Jerri Stellhagen Walgreens 09439 Larry Butler, Bianca Ramirez, Lindsey Saunders, Joelene Schmitz, Justin Sutter Walgreens 12772 Leila Cuevas, Devin Mobirg, Travis Manishck, John Pasholski, Anthony Colboth, Steven Karlson Walnut Speakeasy Isabel Morales, Lindy Tsetstranos Liquor Commission Meeting April 11, 2012 Page 7 Shareholder issues: These establishments have not notified us of a change in ownership. Establishment Old Shareholders (We show) New Shareholders (They show) Mudd & Eddie’s Tim Muhr (50%) Edward Hernandez (50%) Tim Muhr (100%) Payless Tobacco & Liquor Meerambika Corporation Hina B Thakkar (100%) Rambhadra Inc. Hina B. Thakkar (100%) Finance: These establishments have outstanding fees or fines that are delinquent. Casa Lara (General Business License $390.00) Estrellas Del Millenium (Business License) La Quebrada #4 (Amusement license and traffic ticket $140.00) Tilted Kilt (special police detail $2,731.00) Walgreen's #12772 (Food handling permit $625.00) Code Issues: These establishments have outstanding code violations. Bennigan’s (sea containers, working with City toward compliance) Bubba McDuffy’s (screen door repairs needed, ticket to be issued) La Quebrada (cleaning of grease, capping drain in kitchen) Mudd and Eddies (paint violation, emergency lighting, panic hardware, exit in beer garden) Nick’s Pizza (illegal signage, working to obtain permits and proper placement) Titled Kilt (dumpster enclosure) Pending Liquor License Complaints: These establishments have pending liquor license complaints. Any liquor license renewals will be subject to any future enforcement actions resulting from such pending complaints. Afterset Douglas Street Sports Pub La Quebrada #4 Super Saver Food Mart Commissioner Steffen made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Moeller, to approve List D, applications with issues, from the memo for Liquor License Renewals for May 1, 2012 through April 30, 2013. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Commissioners Dunne, Moeller, Powell, Prigge, Steffen and Chairman Kaptain. Nays: None. Liquor Commission Meeting April 11, 2012 Page 8 Adjournment Commissioner Steffen made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Moeller, to adjourn the meeting. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Commissioners Dunne, Powell, Moeller, Prigge, Steffen, and Chairman Kaptain. Nays: None. Meeting adjourned at 5:55 p.m. s/ Kim Dewis May 9, 2012 Kim Dewis, Recording Secretary Date Approved ELGIN LIQUOR CONTROL COMMISSION MEETING May 9, 2012 The meeting was called to order by Chairman Kaptain at 4:30 p.m. in Conference Room 208, South Wing of Elgin City Hall. Members present: Commissioners Dunne, Moeller, Powell (arrived at 4:55 p.m.), Prigge, Steffen and Chairman Kaptain. Absent: Commissioner Gilliam. Approval of Minutes Commissioner Moeller made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Steffen, to approve the minutes of the April 11, 2012 regular meeting. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Commissioners Dunne, Moeller, Prigge and Steffen and Chairman Kaptain. Nays: None. Public Hearing on Class B-1 Liquor License Application for Glogovsky Oil Company d/b/a The Grove Mart, located at 2320 N. Randall Road Corporation Counsel Cogley provided an overview of the application for a Class B-1 liquor license for Glogovsky Oil Company d/b/a The Grove Mart located at 2320 N. Randall Road. He noted that at the last Commission meeting they discussed the potential for allowing gas stations liquor licenses on a case by case basis and under certain circumstances. There was discussion regarding the amount and types of signage, and percentage of floor space to be used for the display of alcohol. Commissioner Dunne made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Prigge, to approve the Class B-4 Liquor License for Glogovsky Oil Company d/b/a The Grove Mart located at 2320 North Randall Road, subject to issuance of final certificate of occupancy, obtaining a general business license, and the creation of a Class B-4 liquor license. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Commissioners Dunne, Moeller, Prigge, Steffen and Chairman Kaptain. Nays: None. Renewal of Class U Liquor License for Gasthaus Zur Linde Inc. d/b/a Gasthaus, located at 11-13-15 N. Grove Avenue Corporation Counsel Cogley reviewed the application for renewal of the Class U license. Staff recommended approval of the application subject to submittal of the necessary BASSET information. The manager Christy Orozco provided the necessary BASSET information. Commissioner Steffen made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Moeller, to approve the renewal of the Class U Liquor License for Gasthaus Zur Linde Inc. d/b/a Gasthaus located at Liquor Commission Meeting May 9, 2012 Page 2 11-13-15 N. Grove Avenue. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Commissioners Dunne, Moeller, Powell, Prigge, Steffen and Chairman Kaptain. Nays: None. Public Hearing on the Liquor Commission complaint In the Matter of the Retail Alcoholic Liquor Dealer's License of PAPA, Inc. d/b/a Super Saver Food Mart, 776 Walnut Avenue, Elgin, Illinois - Entry of Proposed Stipulation and Agreed Order Corporation Counsel Cogley outlined the nature of the offense. An employee of Super Saver Food mart sold alcohol to a minor during a Police compliance check. Mr. Cogley outlined the proposed stipulation and agreed order and he noted that because this was a first offense the recommend fine was $750. The owner, Vijay Desai, and his attorney, John Hurlbut, were present to answer questions from the Commission. Commissioner Prigge asked if the employee who made the sale was still employed there and what measures were taken to ensure no other incidents. Mr. Desai indicated the employee was on probation and that they reviewed procedures to verify proper identification. Mr. Desai noted he uses the lottery machine to scan the driver’s license to verify that it is a valid identification card. Commissioner Dunne made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Steffen, to approve the proposed stipulation and agreed order for PAPA Inc. d/b/a Super Saver Food Mart, 776 Walnut Avenue. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Commissioners Dunne, Moeller, Powell, Prigge, Steffen and Chairman Kaptain. Nays: None. Consideration of Liquor Commission Fines Corporation Counsel Cogley provided an overview of the current fine structure for the City and the State. He noted the most common offense was sales to minors. The fines did have a deterrent effect based on data of repeat offenses. There was a brief discussion regarding the decreasing of annual fees based on compliance. Commissioner Dunne asked if fines were to be analyzed in the fee study. City Manager Stegall noted that they were included but noted that fines were unpredictable and the data from the study may not assist in determining changes to current fines. It was the consensus of the Commission to table the discussion of fines until a later date. Liquor Commission Meeting May 9, 2012 Page 3 Miscellaneous Chairman Kaptain noted that he recently met with representatives of the State Liquor Commission. They were starting a campaign to reach out to families and children to help them address issues relating to alcohol. He suggested discussion more in depth at the next meeting about this program and others to make the City proactive in this area. Commissioner Moeller made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Steffen, to adjourn to executive session to discuss Litigation affecting or on behalf of the public body which has been filed and is pending before a court or administrative tribunal meeting. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Commissioners Dunne, Moeller, Powell, Prigge, Steffen, and Chairman Kaptain. Nays: None. Adjournment Commissioner Moeller made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Steffen, to adjourn the meeting. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Commissioners Dunne, Moeller, Powell, Prigge, Steffen, and Chairman Kaptain. Nays: None. Meeting adjourned at 5:55 p.m. s/ Kim Dewis June 13, 2012 Kim Dewis, Recording Secretary Date Approved ELGIN LIQUOR CONTROL COMMISSION MEETING May 23, 2012 The meeting was called to order by Chairman Kaptain at 5:45 p.m. in Council Chambers. Members present: Commissioners Dunne, Gilliam, Moeller, Powell, Prigge, Steffen and Chairman Kaptain. Absent: None Public Hearing in the Matter of the Retail Alcoholic Liquor Dealers License of Rodriguez Corporation , d/b/a La Quebrada Restaurant, 50 N. Spring Street, Elgin, Illinois Corporation Counsel Cogley gave an overview of the complaint against Rodriguez Corporation, d/b/a La Quebrada Restaurant, 50 N. Spring Street. Violations included sales to a minor, conducting events open to the public in violation of the banquet license, and incidents of illegal drug sales. The proposed agreement on a stipulation and agreed order included: a 30 day suspension from May 29, 2012 through June 27, 2012; a $2,000 fine, and a last chance agreement. The last chance agreement notes that any additional liquor code violations, within the outlined one year period, shall constitute cause for revocation of the establishment’s liquor licenses. The president and manager Humberto Rodriquez and his attorney, Thomas Hartwell, were present to answer any questions. Commissioner Prigge clarified details regarding the charges and the status of the employees that were involved. Commissioner Prigge stated he was not in favor of the stipulation and thought that a suspension should be pursued at this time. There was a discussion regarding how the commission dealt with other establishments with repeat violations. Commissioner Gilliam noted this was the most severe penalty in his 25 year tenure on the commission. Commissioner Steffen made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Gilliam, to approve the stipulation and agreed order regarding the complaint against Rodriguez Corporation d/b/a La Quebrada Restaurant, 50 N. Spring Street. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Commissioners Dunne, Moeller, Powell, Steffen and Chairman Kaptain. Nays: Commissioner Prigge. Liquor Commission Meeting May 23, 2012 Page 2 Adjournment Commissioner Powell made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Gilliam, to adjourn the meeting. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Commissioners Dunne, Gilliam, Moeller, Powell, Prigge, Steffen, and Chairman Kaptain. Nays: None. Meeting adjourned at 6:05 p.m. s/ Kim Dewis June 13, 2012 Kim Dewis, Recording Secretary Date Approved ELGIN LIQUOR CONTROL COMMISSION MEETING June 13, 2012 The meeting was called to order by Chairman Kaptain at 4:30 p.m. in Conference Room 208, South Wing of Elgin City Hall. Members present: Commissioners Powell, Prigge, Steffen and Chairman Kaptain. Absent: Commissioners Dunne, Gilliam, Moeller. Approval of Minutes Commissioner Powell made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Steffen, to approve the minutes of the May 9, 2012 regular meeting and May 23, 2012 special meeting. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Commissioners Powell, Prigge and Steffen and Chairman Kaptain. Nays: None. Public Hearing on Application for Exterior Sales Permit for Sammy’s Mexican Restaurant Inc. d/b/a Sammy’s Mexican Restaurant, located at 3091 West US Hwy 20 Unit #111 Corporation Counsel Cogley provided an overview of the application for exterior sales permit for Sammy’s Mexican Restaurant Inc. d/b/a Sammy’s Mexican Restaurant, located at 3091 West US Hwy 20 Unit #111. Mr. Cogley noted that establishment holds a Class E-2 liquor license and that the proposed configurations for exterior seating, consisting of two tables with three chairs each, had been approved by the community development department. Also, because of the size of the area there would be no fee associated with the exterior sales permit. Staff recommended approval of the application. Commissioner Dunne made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Prigge, to approve the exterior sales permit for Sammy’s Mexican Restaurant Inc. d/b/a Sammy’s Mexican Restaurant, located at 3091 West US Hwy 20 Unit #111. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Commissioners Powell, Prigge, Steffen and Chairman Kaptain. Nays: None. Discussion of Illinois Liquor Control Commission Parental Responsibility Program Corporation Counsel Cogley provided an overview of the state’s program and what the regulations are currently. Staff recommended adopting a resolution supporting the state program. Also, recommended was adopting a social hosting ordinance which would allow for alternatives for the police department to resolve the underage drinking issues. A review of the types of problems that the Police Department currently handles regarding Liquor Commission Meeting June 13, 2012 Page 2 underage drinking and parental responsibility was presented. There was discussion regarding an outreach and awareness program for families. Miscellaneous None. Adjournment Commissioner Powell made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Steffen, to adjourn the meeting. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Commissioners: Powell, Prigge, Steffen, and Chairman Kaptain. Nays: None. Meeting adjourned at 4:45 p.m. s/ Kim Dewis Kim Dewis, Recording Secretary Date Approved ELGIN LIQUOR CONTROL COMMISSION MEETING August 8, 2012 The meeting was called to order by Chairman Kaptain at 4:30 p.m. in Conference Room 208, South Wing of Elgin City Hall. Members present: Commissioners Dunne (arrived at 4:35 p.m.), Gilliam, Moeller, Powell (arrived at 4:40 p.m.), Prigge, Steffen and Chairman Kaptain. Absent: None. Approval of Minutes Commissioner Steffen made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Prigge, to approve the minutes of the June 13, 2012 regular meeting. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Commissioners Gilliam, Moeller, Prigge and Steffen and Chairman Kaptain. Nays: None. Public Hearing on Application for Class B Liquor License for Sam’s West Inc. d/b/a Sam’s Club #4942, located at 1000 S. Randall Road Corporation Counsel Cogley provided an overview of the application for Class B Liquor License for Sam’s West Inc. d/b/a Sam’s Club #4942, located at 1000 S. Randall Road which authorizes the retail sale of alcoholic liquor in the original package not for consumption on the premises. Mr. Cogley noted that the establishment had temporary occupancy and the Class B liquor license was a permitted use. He also noted that an ordinance increasing the number of Class B liquor licenses was on August 8, 2012, City Council agenda. Staff recommended approval of the application. Commissioner Dunne made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Prigge, to approve the application for Class B Liquor License for Sam’s West Inc. d/b/a Sam’s Club #4942, located at 1000 S. Randall Road. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Commissioners Gilliam, Moeller, Prigge, Steffen and Chairman Kaptain. Nays: None. Miscellaneous Chairman Kaptain gave an overview regarding increased illegal drug usage, including reports of heroin and meth use, and the reduction in State funds for safety checks. He was asking the Commission for feedback regarding funding of the programs that would be affected by the reduction in state funding. Liquor Commission Meeting August 8, 2012 Page 2 Police Chief Swoboda provided an overview on the trends in drug and alcohol issues the Police Department has been handling. He stated that the funding previously received from the State for roadside checks was being reduced from $260,000 to $82,000. Chief Swoboda noted that in the past when funding issues presented themselves the department shifted resources to maintain the programs and at times programs such as DARE had to be eliminated. There was a discussion regarding potential funding sources, such as the liquor tax, funds from drug seizures, and revenue from the prosecution of DUI cases. Also discussed was if these programs are to be considered a core service. The Commission asked that more data be provided about current costs for programs and information regarding the revenue generated from programs such as DUI safety checks. There was a discussion regarding what other communities have done to help with education and enforcement measures and what the City is doing currently. Adjournment Commissioner Gilliam made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Steffen, to adjourn the meeting. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Commissioners: Dunne, Gilliam, Moller, Powell, Prigge, Steffen, and Chairman Kaptain. Nays: None. Meeting adjourned at 5:10 p.m. s/ Kim Dewis September 12, 2012 Kim Dewis, Recording Secretary Date Approved DRAFT ELGIN LIQUOR CONTROL COMMISSION MEETING September 12, 2012 The meeting was called to order by Chairman Kaptain at 4:30 p.m. in Conference Room 208, South Wing of Elgin City Hall. Members present: Commissioners Gilliam, Moeller, Powell, Prigge, Steffen, and Chairman Kaptain. Absent: Commissioner Dunne. Approval of Minutes Commissioner Moeller made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Steffen, to approve the minutes of the August 8, 2012 regular meeting. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Commissioners Gilliam, Moeller, Powell, Prigge and Steffen and Chairman Kaptain. Nays: None. Public Hearing on Complaint in the Matter of the Retail Alcoholic Liquor Dealers License of Foxhole Pub Inc. d/b/a Afterset, 158 Symphony Way Corporation Counsel Cogley provided an overview of the complaint about an overcrowding incident and the proposed agreed order in the matter of the retail alcoholic liquor license of Foxhole Pub Inc. d/b/a Afterset, 158 Symphony Way. Attorney Bob Smith, representing Foxhole Pub Inc. d/b/a Afterset, addressed the commission and provided details on the measures that were being taken to prevent future incidents. There was discussion about security measures and if there had been Police calls in the past six months to this establishment. Commissioner Gilliam made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Prigge, to approve the proposed agreed order for the Foxhole Pub Inc. d/b/a Afterset, 158 Symphony Way. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Commissioners Gilliam, Moeller, Powell, Prigge, Steffen and Chairman Kaptain. Nays: None. Adjournment Commissioner Moeller made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Gilliam, to adjourn the meeting. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Commissioners: Gilliam, Moller, Powell, Prigge, Steffen, and Chairman Kaptain. Nays: None. Meeting adjourned at 4:40 p.m. s/ Kim Dewis October 10, 2012 Kim Dewis, Recording Secretary Date Approved DRAFTDDRAFT ELGIN LIQUOR CONTROL COMMISSION MEETING October 10, 2012 The meeting was called to order by Chairman Kaptain at 4:30 p.m. in Conference Room 208, South Wing of Elgin City Hall. Members present: Commissioners Gilliam, Moeller, Powell, Prigge, Steffen, and Chairman Kaptain. Absent: Commissioner Dunne. Approval of Minutes Commissioner Steffen made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Gilliam, to approve the minutes of the September 12, 2012 regular meeting. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Commissioners Gilliam, Moeller, Powell, Prigge and Steffen and Chairman Kaptain. Nays: None. Public Hearing on Class E-1 Liquor License and Exterior Sales Permit application for Elgin’s Best Pizza Inc. d/b/a Danny’s Pizza located at 231 Douglas Avenue Corporation Counsel Cogley provided an overview of the Class E-1 Liquor License and Exterior Sales Permit application for Elgin’s Best Pizza Inc. d/b/a Danny’s Pizza located at 231 Douglas Avenue. He noted that the Class E-1 was specific to the CC1 (Center City) zoning area and it was recommended that the class be expanded to include the CC2 (Center City) zoning area. An ordinance making that change would be presented at the October 10th City Council meeting. Commissioner Gilliam made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Moeller, to approve the Class E-1 Liquor License and Exterior Sales Permit application for Elgin’s Best Pizza Inc. d/b/a Danny’s Pizza located at 231 Douglas Ave. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Commissioners Gilliam, Moeller, Powell, Prigge, and Chairman Kaptain. Nays: None. Abstain: Commissioner Steffen Adjournment Commissioner Steffen made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Moeller, to adjourn the meeting. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Commissioners: Gilliam, Moller, Powell, Prigge, Steffen, and Chairman Kaptain. Nays: None. Meeting adjourned at 4:35 p.m. s/ Kim Dewis November 14, 2012 Kim Dewis, Recording Secretary Date Approved DRAFTDRAFTDDRAFT ELGIN LIQUOR CONTROL COMMISSION MEETING November 14, 2012 The meeting was called to order by Chairman Kaptain at 4:30 p.m. in Conference Room 208, South Wing of Elgin City Hall. Members present: Commissioners Gilliam, Moeller, Powell, Prigge, Steffen, and Chairman Kaptain. Absent: Commissioner Dunne. Approval of Minutes Commissioner Gilliam made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Steffen, to approve the minutes of the October 10, 2012 regular meeting. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Commissioners Gilliam, Moeller, Powell, Prigge and Steffen and Chairman Kaptain. Nays: None. Public Hearing on Class G Liquor License Application for Porter’s Pub Payroll PPP, LLC d/b/a Porter’s Pub, 1250 Bowes Creek Blvd., Elgin, Illinois Corporation Counsel Cogley provided an overview of the Class G liquor license application for Porter’s Pub Payroll PPP, LLC d/b/a Porter’s Pub, 1250 Bowes Creek Blvd. He noted that pursuant to a new lease arrangement as of January 1, 2013, Porter’s Pub will be leasing and operating the premises from the city. Therefore they are applying for the Class G liquor license in their own name. Commissioner Moeller made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Powell, to approve the Class G Liquor License Application for Porter’s Pub Payroll PPP, LLC d/b/a Porter’s Pub, 1250 Bowes Creek Blvd. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Commissioners Gilliam, Moeller, Powell, Prigge, Steffen, and Chairman Kaptain. Nays: None. Adjournment Commissioner Gilliam made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Moeller, to adjourn the meeting. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Commissioners: Gilliam, Moller, Powell, Prigge, Steffen, and Chairman Kaptain. Nays: None. Meeting adjourned at 4:33 p.m. s/ Kim Dewis December 5, 2012 Kim Dewis, Recording Secretary Date Approved DRAFTDRAFTDDRAFT ELGIN LIQUOR CONTROL COMMISSION MEETING November 28, 2012 The meeting was called to order by Chairman Kaptain at 4:45 p.m. in City Council Chambers. Members present: Commissioners Gilliam, Moeller, Powell, Prigge, Steffen, and Chairman Kaptain. Absent: Commissioner Dunne. Public Hearing on Class E Liquor License Application, Buenavista Enterprises Inc. d/b/a Mr. Tequila De Elgin located at 51 S. Grove Ave. Elgin, IL Corporation Counsel Cogley provided an overview of the Class E liquor license application for Buenavista Enterprises Inc. d/b/a Mr. Tequila De Elgin located at 51 S. Grove Ave. Elgin, IL. He noted that the restaurant would operate seven days a week serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Staff recommended approval of the license subject to the approval of occupancy and the applicant providing dram shop insurance. There was discussion regarding the applicant’s background in the restaurant industry, including the projected monthly revenue. Also discussed was the progress in the repair of the elevator and if there was going to be live music at the establishment. Commissioner Moeller made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Powell, to approve the Class E Liquor License Application for Buenavista Enterprises Inc. d/b/a Mr. Tequila De Elgin located at 51 S. Grove Ave. Elgin, IL. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Commissioners Gilliam, Moeller, Powell, Prigge, Steffen, and Chairman Kaptain. Nays: None. Adjournment Commissioner Gilliam made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Steffen, to adjourn the meeting. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Commissioners: Gilliam, Moller, Powell, Prigge, Steffen, and Chairman Kaptain. Nays: None. Meeting adjourned at 4:57 p.m. s/ Kim Dewis December 5, 2012 Kim Dewis, Recording Secretary Date Approved DRAFTDRAFTDDRAFT DRAFT ELGIN LIQUOR CONTROL COMMISSION MEETING December 5, 2012 The meeting was called to order by Chairman Kaptain at 4:30 p.m. in Conference Room 208, South Wing of Elgin City Hall. Members present: Commissioners Gilliam, Moeller, Powell, Prigge, Steffen, and Chairman Kaptain. Absent: Dunne. Approval of Minutes Commissioner Gilliam made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Powell, to approve the minutes of the November 14, 2012 regular meeting. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Commissioners Gilliam, Moeller, Powell, Prigge and Steffen and Chairman Kaptain. Nays: None. Commissioner Moeller made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Gilliam, to approve the minutes of the November 28, 2012 special meeting. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Commissioners Gilliam, Moeller, Powell, Prigge and Steffen and Chairman Kaptain. Nays: None. Public Hearing on the Complaint in the Matter of the Retail Alcoholic Liquor Dealers License of Saridis Inc. d/b/a 2J’s Wine and Spirits located at 950 E. Chicago Street, Elgin, Illinois Corporation Counsel Cogley provided an overview of the complaint. He noted that Saridis d/b/a 2Js Wine and Spirits had not provided tax returns for July and August. He admitted into evidence proof of service and noted that no representatives were present. It was staff’s recommendation that the Class B license be revoked and a fine of $1,400 be imposed. Commissioner Gilliam made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Steffen, to approve the proposed agreed order for Saridis Inc. d/b/a 2J’s Wine and Spirits, 950 E. Chicago Street. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Commissioners Gilliam, Moeller, Powell, Prigge, Steffen, and Chairman Kaptain. Nays: None. Corporation Counsel Cogley noted that overall there was compliance with the liquor tax but the commission may see more cases if that changes. Liquor Commission Meeting December 5, 2012 Page 2 Public Hearing on Class F Liquor License Application, Elgin Pizza Inc. d/b/a Chicago Pizza Authority located at 1050 Summit Street, Unit A, Elgin, IL Corporation Counsel Cogley provided an overview of the application. The establishment had recently moved to a new location and needed to establish a liquor license at the new location. Staff recommended approval of the application pending receipt of a satisfactory criminal background check report. Mike Rosati, representative of Elgin Pizza Inc. d/b/a Chicago Pizza Authority was present for any questions from the commission. Commissioner Powell made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Moeller, to approve the Class F Liquor License Application for Elgin Pizza Inc. d/b/a Chicago Pizza Authority, 1050 Summit Street, Unit A. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Commissioners Gilliam, Moeller, Powell, Prigge, Steffen, and Chairman Kaptain. Nays: None. Discussion of Class B-4 Liquor License Application, Pavan Inc. d/b/a Marathon Gas Station located at 789 Summit Street. Corporation Counsel Cogley provided an overview of the B-4 liquor license request for the Marathon Station located at 789 Summit Street. He noted the historically how the liquor commission has handled such requests including the recent approval of the liquor license for a gas station on Randall Road. There was discussion about the location of the station, the types of stores surrounding it that had liquor licenses and the locations proximity to a park and several baseball fields. The consensus of the commission was not to move forward with this application or any other gas stations in residential areas. Miscellaneous Commissioner Gilliam made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Steffen, to approve Liquor Commission 2013 Meeting Schedule as presented. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Commissioners Gilliam, Moeller, Powell, Prigge, Steffen, and Chairman Kaptain. Nays: None. Corporation Counsel Cogley provided information for a discussion regarding the Chorizo Grille at 440 Washington Street. He stated that the establishment was located in a Residential Business District and to allow a liquor license in this zoning district would require a text amendment. He provided a map highlighting the location of the Residential Business Districts throughout the city. Liquor Commission Meeting December 5, 2012 Page 3 There was a discussion about the effect the potential text amendment would have on these zoning districts. There were concerns about the proximity to residential areas and the potential for expanded service hours if a license would be allowed. Adjournment Commissioner Gilliam made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Moeller, to adjourn the meeting. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Commissioners: Gilliam, Moller, Powell, Prigge, Steffen, and Chairman Kaptain. Nays: None. Meeting adjourned at 5:10 p.m. s/ Kim Dewis January 9, 2013 Kim Dewis, Recording Secretary Date Approved