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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2016 Liquor Commission Minutes and Agendas 2016 MEETING SCHEDULE ELGIN LIQUOR COMMISSION January 13, 2016 February 10, 2016 March 16, 2016 April 13, 2016 May 4, 2016 June 8, 2016 July 13, 2016 August 10, 2016 September 14, 2016 October 12, 2016 November 2, 2016 December 7, 2016 The Elgin Liquor Commission holds its regular meetings in the 2nd Floor Conference Room, South Wing, of City Hall at 4:30 p.m. Contact Person: Kimberly Dewis City Clerk dewis kcityofelgin.org 847/931-5661 AGENDA ELGIN LIQUOR CONTROL COMMISSION MEETING CONFERENCE ROOM 208, SOUTH WING CITY HALL, 150 DEXTER COURT,ELGIN,ILLINOIS 60120 Regular Meeting January 13, 2016 4:30 p.m. A. Call to Order B. Roll Call C. Approval of Minutes—December 2, 2015 D. Public Hearing on consideration of an Application for a Class A Liquor License by Grotto at Elgin Corporation d/b/a The Grotto at the Grove at 2300 N. Randall Road, Unit D E. Public Hearing on consideration of an Application for a Class B-5 Liquor License by Oasis on 20, Inc. d/b/a Oasis on 20 at 38 W 191 US Route 20 F. Public Hearing on consideration of an Application for a Class E-1 Liquor License by Azteca De Oro Restaurants, Banquets & Events, LLC d/b/a Azteca De Oro Restaurant for a Class E-1 Liquor License at 260 National Street G. Public Hearing on consideration of an Application for a Class F Liquor License by ZZA Factory Inc. d/b/a 1 for the Road at 751 N. State Street H. Miscellaneous I. Adjournment r rik ELGIN LIQUOR CONTROL COMMISSION MEETING January 13,2016 The meeting was called to order by Chairman Kaptain at 4:31 p.m. in Conference Room 208, South Wing of Elgin City Hall. Members present: Commissioners Dunne, Gavin, Martinez, Prigge, Rauschenberger, and Chairman Kaptain. Absent: Commissioners Powell, Shaw, and Steffen. Approval of Minutes Commissioner Gavin made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Steffen, to approve the minutes of the December 2, 2015, meeting. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Commissioners Gavin, Prigge, Rauschenberger, and Chairman Kaptain. Nays: None. Abstain: Commissioners Dunne and Martinez. Public Hearing on consideration of an Application for a Class A Liquor License by Grotto at Elgin Corporation d/b/a The Grotto at the Grove at 2300 N. Randall Road,Unit D Corporation Counsel Cogley provided an overview of the application noting the floor plans have been prepared to provide that the video gaming areas on the premises will be less than 10% of the licensed premises, consistent with the liquor commission's previous stance that video gaming should be limited to an accessory use of liquor license premises. Staff recommended approval subject to conditions outlined in the memo. Commissioner Dunne made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Gavin, to approve the application for a Class A liquor license by the Grotto at Elgin Corporation d/b/a The Grotto at the Grove at 2300 N. Randall Road, Unit D. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Commissioners Dunne, Gavin, Martinez, Prigge, Rauschenberger, and Chairman Kaptain. Nays: None. Public Hearing on consideration of an Application for a Class B-5 Liquor License by Oasis on 20,Inc. d/b/a Oasis on 20 at 38 W 191 US Route 20 Corporation Counsel Cogley provided an overview of the application noting that the property was recently annexed into the city in December and the establishment would not be qualified for a video gaming license. Staff recommended approval subject to the conditions outlined in the memo. There was discussion regarding the proximity of residential homes as well as locations of other liquor stores in the area. r Liquor Commission Meeting . January 13, 2016 Page 2 Commissioner Gavin made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Martinez, to approve the application for a Class B-5 liquor license by Oasis on 20, Inc. d/b/a Oasis on 20 located at 38W191 U.S. Route 20. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Commissioners Gavin, Martinez, Prigge, Rauschenberger, and Chairman Kaptain. Nays: Commissioner Dunne. Public Hearing on consideration of an Application for a Class E-1 Liquor License by Azteca De Oro Restaurants, Banquets & Events, LLC d/b/a Azteca De Oro Restaurant at 260 National Street Corporation Counsel Cogley provided an overview of the application noting several concerns regarding the establishment: the type of license applied for being inconsistent with the location, open and ongoing criminal investigation regarding stolen equipment inside the establishment, and the establishment advertising services and operating without an occupancy permit on New Year's Eve. Staff recommended denial of the application. There was discussion regarding the owner of the establishment, the ongoing criminal investigation, the type of license that could be issued for the establishment based on its location and proximity to schools and residential areas. The applicant was not present. Commissioner Dunne made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Martinez, to deny the application for a Class E-1 liquor license by Azteca De Oro Restaurants, Banquets & Events, LLC d/b/a Azteca De Oro Restaurant located at 260 National Street. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Commissioners Dunne, Gavin, Martinez, Prigge, Rauschenberger, and Chairman Kaptain. Nays: None. Public Hearing on consideration of an Application for a Class F Liquor License by ZZA Factory Inc. d/b/a 1 for the Road at 751 N. State Street Corporation Counsel Cogley provided an overview of the application stating staff was recommending denial of the application based on the following factors: the president and 50% owner of the corporation was convicted of a Class 4 felony for a hate crime and has not provided sufficient evidence of rehabilitation or explanation for the felony, the application describes the establishment as a fast food restaurant however a Class F license is for a dine-in establishment, as well as various issues regarding the floor plan of the establishment and the applicants intention to add video gaming. There was discussion regarding what the Elgin Municipal Code and Video Gaming Code stipulates regarding people with felonies receiving liquor licenses, the type of restaurant and the business plan for the establishment, how alcohol would be served within the establishment, concerns regarding video gaming, and the previous liquor licenses issued to that location. The applicant, Mr. Caruso answered various questions regarding the business and the felony conviction shown on his background check. He stated that the felony conviction should only be Liquor Commission Meeting January 13, 2016 Page 3 r shown as a misdemeanor and not a felony, and that he served community service and paid a fine for the incident. He also stated that while the business is currently listed as a fast food restaurant their intention is to move to more of a dine-in business model that includes video gaming. Mr. Caruso also noted that the floor plan was not accurate and he could provide an updated version to the commission at a later date. The commission discussed continuing the public hearing to allow the applicant to provide the following information for review: an updated and accurate floor plan for the establishment, a complete current menu and business plan for the premises, the percentage of take-out food versus food sold for consumption on the premises, and any and all documentation regarding the previous criminal conviction of Mr. Caruso for a hate crime. Commissioner Dunne made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Gavin,to continue the public hearing for the application of a Class F liquor license by ZZA Factory Inc. d/b/a 1 for the Road at 751 N. State Street. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Commissioners Dunne, Gavin, Martinez, Prigge, Rauschenberger, and Chairman Kaptain. Nays: None. Miscellaneous Commissioner Dunne requested an update regarding the outdoor seating located at the site of the old Mr. Tequila's Restaurant. Corporation Counsel Cogley stated that the seating had been removed by the Public Works department. Adjournment Commissioner Dunne made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Martinez,to adjourn the meeting. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Commissioners Dunne, Gavin, Martinez, Prigge, Rauschenberger, and Chairman Kaptain. Nays: None. Meeting adjourned at 5:14 p.m. s/Jennifer Quinton February 10, 2016 Jennifer Quinton, Recording Secretary Date Approved r r AGENDA ELGIN LIQUOR CONTROL COMMISSION MEETING CONFERENCE ROOM 208, SOUTH WING CITY HALL, 150 DEXTER COURT, ELGIN,ILLINOIS 60120 Regular Meeting February 10, 2016 4:30 p.m. A. Call to Order B. Roll Call C. Approval of Minutes—January 13, 2016 D. Public Hearing on the Application for a Class E-1 Liquor License by Uthaiwan Toom Wiitanen d/b/a Toom Toom Thai Restaurant located at 23 South Grove Avenue r E. Miscellaneous F. Adjournment r ELGIN LIQUOR CONTROL COMMISSION MEETING February 10,2016 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 Gavin, Martinez, Powell, (arrived at 4:34 p.m.), Prigge, Rauschenberger, and Chairman Kaptain. Absent: Commissioners Dunne and Steffen. Approval of Minutes Commissioner Gavin made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Martinez to approve the minutes of the January 13, 2016, meeting. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Commissioners Gavin, Martinez, Prigge, Rauschenberger, and Chairman Kaptain. Nays: None. Abstain: Commissioner Shaw. Public Hearing on the Application for a Class E-1 Liquor License by Uthaiwan Toom Wiitanen d/b/a Toom Toom Thai Restaurant located at 23 South Grove Avenue Corporation Counsel Cogley provided an overview of the application and outlined the requirements for a Class E-1 license. He stated if the applicant would prefer a beer and wine rlicense they would be eligible for a Class F license. The applicant stated that the Class F would be acceptable for their business plan. Staff recommended approval subject to conditions outlined in the memo. There was discussion regarding the different requirements for the Class E-1 and the Class F. The applicant asked about the process for an outdoor seating permit. Commissioner Prigge made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Gavin, to approve the application for a Class F liquor license by Uthaiwan Toom Wiitanen d/b/a Toom Toom Thai Restaurant located at 23 South Grove Avenue. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Commissioners Gavin, Martinez, Powell, Prigge, Rauschenberger, Shaw, and Chairman Kaptain. Nays: None. Adjournment Commissioner Shaw made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Martinez,to adjourn the meeting. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Commissioners Gavin, Martinez, Powell, Prigge, Rauschenberger, Shaw, and Chairman Kaptain. Nays: None. Meeting adjourned at 4:45 p.m. s/Kimberly Dewis March 16, 2016 Kimberly Dewis, Recording Secretary Date Approved C AGENDA ELGIN LIQUOR CONTROL COMMISSION MEETING CONFERENCE ROOM 208, SOUTH WING CITY HALL, 150 DEXTER COURT,ELGIN, ILLINOIS 60120 Regular Meeting March 16, 2016 4:30 p.m. A. Call to Order B. Roll Call C. Approval of Minutes—February 10, 2016 D. Public Hearing on the Application Transfer of Corporate Stock of George's Family Restaurant, Inc. d/b/a Baker Hill Pancake House located at 1279 Dundee Avenue E. Public Hearing on the Application for a Class A Liquor License by Dreamers Enterprise& Management d/b/a I.C.E. —Invitation to Class& Elegance located at 30 DuPage Court F. Public Hearing on the Application for a Class M Liquor License by Coffee House Holding Inc. d/b/a Starbucks Coffee#10239 located at 2480 N. Randall Road G. Consideration of Request by Licensee Eastside Entertainment LLC d/b/a Medusa at 209 East Chicago Street for Proposed Changes to Class R License and Young Adult Night Permit Regulations H. Miscellaneous I. Adjournment C r DRAFT ELGIN LIQUOR CONTROL COMMISSION MEETING March 16,2016 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, Gavin, Martinez, Powell (4:35p.m.) Prigge,Rauschenberger, Shaw(4:32 p.m.), Steffen(4:33 p.m.) and Chairman Kaptain. Absent: None Approval of Minutes Commissioner Gavin made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Rauschenberger,to approve the minutes of the February 10, 2016, meeting. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Commissioners Gavin, Martinez, Prigge, Rauschenberger, and Chairman Kaptain. Nays: None. Abstain: Commissioner Dunne. Public Hearing on the Application Transfer of Corporate Stock of George's Family Restaurant,Inc. d/b/a Baker Hill Pancake House located at 1279 Dundee Avenue Corporation Counsel Cogley provided an overview of the application noting that staff recommended approval of the application. Commissioner Dunne made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Martinez, to approve the application to transfer corporate stock of George's Family Restaurant, Inc. d/b/a Baker Hill Pancake House located at 1279 Dundee Avenue. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Commissioners Dunne, Gavin, Martinez, Prigge, Rauschenberger, and Chairman Kaptain. Nays: None. Abstain: Commissioner Shaw. Public Hearing on the Application for a Class A Liquor License by Dreamers Enterprise & Management d/b/a I.C.E.—Invitation to Class & Elegance located at 30 DuPage Court Corporation Counsel Cogley provided an overview of the application, stating there would be no food service, no video gaming and valet parking. The applicant, Shirley Bassett, described the business as an upscale j877 club catering to adults. Staff recommended approval subject to the conditions outlined in the memo. There was discussion regarding the class of license, food service, types of entertainment and requirements for valet parking. r Liquor Commission Meeting March 16, 2016 Page 2 Commissioner Gavin made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Powell, to approve the application for a Class A Liquor License by Dreamers Enterprise & Management d/b/a I.C.E. — Invitation to Class & Elegance located at 30 DuPage Court. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Commissioners Dunne, Gavin, Martinez, Powell, Prigge, Rauschenberger, Shaw, Steffen and Chairman Kaptain. Nays: None. Public Hearing on the Application for a Class M Liquor License by Coffee House Holding Inc. d/b/a Starbucks Coffee#10239 located at 2480 N. Randall Road Corporation Counsel Cogley provided an overview of the application noting the occupancy, hours of operation, and the proposed change to the business plan. Staff recommended approval of the application subject to conditions. There was discussion about business hours, the type of alcohol to be served, and if other locations were serving alcohol. Employees from this location expressed their concerns about the application. Commissioner Powell made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Martinez, to approve the Application for a Class M Liquor License by Coffee House Holding Inc. d/b/a Starbucks Coffee #10239 located at 2480 N. Randall Road. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Commissioners Dunne, Gavin, Martinez, Powell, Prigge, Rauschenberger, Steffen, and Chairman Kaptain. Nays: None. Abstain: Commissioner Shaw Consideration of Request by Licensee Eastside Entertainment LLC d/b/a Medusa at 209 East Chicago Street for Proposed Changes to Class R License and Young Adult Night Permit Regulations Corporation Counsel Cogley provided an overview of the proposed changes to the Eastside Entertainment LLC d/b/a Medusa at 209 East Chicago Street for their Class R License and Young Adult Night Permit regulations. The proposed changes included an increase to the number of Young Adult Nights, changes to the hours of operation, and the addition of a `tween' night. There was discussion regarding the proposed changes and clarification on the hours of operation. In general, the commission was in favor of the changes. Mr. Cogley stated that an ordinance would be drafted and presented for consideration at the next meeting. r Liquor Commission Meeting March 16, 2016 Page 3 r Adjournment Commissioner Dunne made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Martinez,to adjourn the meeting. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Commissioners Dunne, Gavin, Martinez, Powell, Prigge, Rauschenberger, Shaw, Steffen, and Chairman Kaptain. Nays: None. Meeting adjourned at 5:29 p.m. s/Kimberly Dewis April 13, 2016 Kimberly Dewis, Recording Secretary Date Approved r r r ELGIN LIQUOR CONTROL COMMISSION MEETING Conference Room 208, South Wing Regular Meeting April 13,2016 4:30 p.m. A. Call to Order B. Roll Call C. Approval of Minutes—March 16, 2016 D. Public Hearing on the Application for a Class E-1 Liquor License and for an Exterior Sales Permit by Smooth Fox Inc. d/b/a Smooth Fox located at 51 S. Grove Avenue E. Further Consideration of Request Licensee Eastside Entertainment LLC d/b/a Medusa at 209 E. Chicago Street for Proposed Changes to Class R License, Young Adult Night Permit Regulations and a New Teen Permit F. Consideration of Applications for Renewal of Liquor Licenses for the Period of May 1,2016,through April 30,2017 G. Miscellaneous H. Adjournment r ELGIN LIQUOR CONTROL COMMISSION MEETING April 13,2016 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, Gavin, Martinez (4:36 p.m.), Powell,Prigge, Rauschenberger, Shaw, Steffen and Chairman Kaptain. Absent: None. Approval of Minutes Commissioner Shaw made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Steffen,to approve the minutes, as amended, of the March 16, 2016 meeting. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Commissioners Dunne, Gavin, Powell, Prigge, Rauschenberger, Shaw, Steffen, and Chairman Kaptain. Nays:None. Public Hearing on the Application for a Class E-1 Liquor License and for an Exterior Sale Permit by Smooth Fox Inc. d/b/a/Smooth Fox located at 51 S. Grove Corporation Counsel Cogley provided an overview of the application noting that staff recommended approval of the application. There was discussion regarding the types of live music, the noise ordinance, criminal background check requirements and the impact on the neighborhood. Commissioner Powell made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Martinez, to approve the application for a Class E-1 Liquor License and for an Exterior Sale Permit by Smooth Fox Inc. d/b/a/ Smooth Fox located at 51 S. Grove, subjects to conditions. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Commissioners Dunne, Gavin, Martinez, Powell, Prigge, Rauschenberger, Shaw, Steffen, and Chairman Kaptain. Nays: None. Further Consideration of Request by Licensee Eastside Entertainment LLC d/b/a Medusa at 209 East Chicago Street for Proposed Changes to Class R License and Young Adult Night Permit Regulations Corporation Counsel Cogley provided an overview of the proposed changes to the Eastside Entertainment LLC d/b/a Medusa at 209 East Chicago Street for their Class R License and Young Adult Night Permit regulations. The proposed changes included an increase to the number of Young Adult Nights, changes to the hours of operation, and the addition of a `tween' night. r Liquor Commission Meeting April 13,2016 Page 2 There was discussion regarding police calls at the location, the proposed changes and clarification on the hours of operation. Commissioner Gavin made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Powell, to approve the proposed changes to the Class R License and Young Adult Night Permit regulations. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Commissioners Gavin, Martinez, Powell, Prigge, Rauschenberger, Shaw, Steffen, and Chairman Kaptain. Nays: Commissioner Dunne. Consideration for Applications for Renewal of Liquor Licenses for the Period of May 1, 2016 through April 30,2017 Commissioner Shaw asked about the Class E 50% food sale requirement and if any changes needed to be made to this class of liquor license. Corporation Counsel Cogley noted there were three establishments that did not meet the requirements and recommended that those locations receive a Class A license instead of the current Class E-3. Commissioner Dunne made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Martinez, to approve the Applications for Renewal of Liquor Licenses for the Period of May 1, 2016 through April 30, 2017, with the locations not meeting the Class E-3 requirement being converted to Class A. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Commissioners Dunne, Gavin, Martinez, Powell, Prigge, Rauschenberger, Shaw, and Chairman Kaptain. Nays: None. Abstain: Commissioner Steffen. Adjournment Commissioner Shaw made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Martinez,to adjourn the meeting. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Commissioners Dunne, Gavin, Martinez, Powell, Prigge, Rauschenberger, Shaw, Steffen, and Chairman Kaptain. Nays: None. Meeting adjourned at 5:25 p.m. s/Kimberly Dewis May 4, 2016 Kimberly Dewis, Recording Secretary Date Approved r AGENDA ELGIN LIQUOR CONTROL COMMISSION MEETING CONFERENCE ROOM 208, SOUTH WING CITY HALL, 150 DEXTER COURT,ELGIN,ILLINOIS 60120 Regular Meeting May 4, 2016 4:30 p.m. A. Call to Order B. Roll Call C. Approval of Minutes—April 13, 2016 D. Public Hearing on the Application for an Exterior Sales Permit by Got Fat Inc.d/b/a Fatsoz Bar and Grill at 959 Villa Street E. Consideration of Request by Licensee Elgin Riverboat Resort,d/b/a Grand Victoria Casino Pavilion & Riverboat at 250 South Grove Avenue for a Proposed Change to the Class N Liquor License Regulations F. Public Hearing on the Application for a Class B Liquor License by J&N Liquors,Inc. d/b/a J&N Liquors located at 333 S. McLean Boulevard (materials to follow) G. Miscellaneous H. Adjournment r DRAFT ELGIN LIQUOR CONTROL COMMISSION MEETING May 4,2016 The meeting was called to order by Chairman Kaptain at 4:34 p.m. in Conference Room 208, South Wing of Elgin City Hall. Members present: Commissioners Dunne, Gavin, Martinez, Powell, Prigge, Rauschenberger, Shaw, and Chairman Kaptain. Absent: Commissioner Steffen. Approval of Minutes Commissioner Shaw made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Gavin, to approve the minutes of the April 13, 2016 meeting. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Commissioners Dunne, Gavin, Powell, Prigge, Rauschenberger, Shaw, and Chairman Kaptain. Nays: None. Public Hearing on the Application for an Exterior Sales Permit by Got Fat Inc. d/b/a Fatsoz Bar and Grill located at 959 Villa Street Corporation Counsel Cogley provided an overview of the application noting that staff recommended approval of the application. There was discussion regarding the current class of license at this location and the number of seats in the outdoor area. Commissioner Powell made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Martinez, to approve the application for an exterior sales permit by Got Fat Inc. d/b/a Fatsoz Bar and Grill located at 959 Villa Street. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Commissioners Dunne, Gavin, Martinez, Powell, Prigge, Rauschenberger, Shaw, and Chairman Kaptain. Nays: None. Consideration of Request by Licensee Elgin Riverboat Resort d/b/a Grand Victoria Casino Pavilion & Riverboat at 250 South Grove Avenue for Proposed Changes to Class N Liquor License Corporation Counsel Cogley provided an overview of the proposed changes to the Elgin Riverboat Resort d/b/a Grand Victoria Casino Pavilion & Riverboat at 250 South Grove Avenue Class N Liquor license. The proposed changes included the sale of craft beer and wine and gift baskets at the Crave Deli for consumption off premise. There was discussion regarding the volume and cost of the beer and wine bottles and their ability to market to a different customer base with this change to the license. Liquor Commission Meeting May 4, 2016 Page 2 Commissioner Gavin made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Powell, to approve the proposed changes to the Class N Liquor License. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Commissioners Dunne, Gavin, Martinez, Powell, Prigge, Rauschenberger, Shaw, and Chairman Kaptain. Nays: None. Public Hearing on the Application for a Class B Liquor License by J&N Liquors Inc. d/b/a J&N Liquors located at 333 S. McLean Boulevard Corporation Counsel Cogley provided an overview of the application for a Class B liquor license by J&N Liquors Inc. d/b/a J&N Liquors located at 333 S. McLean Boulevard. Mr. Cogley noted that the necessary conditional use was up for final approval at that evening's City Council meeting. Staff recommended approval of the application subject to conditions outlined in the memo. There was discussion regarding the number of liquor license stores in the area, the density of population and the background check for the manager. Commissioner Gavin made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Powell, to approve the application for a Class B liquor license by J&N Liquors Inc. d/b/a J&N Liquors located at 333 S. McLean Boulevard. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Commissioners Gavin, Martinez, Powell, Rauschenberger, Shaw, and Chairman Kaptain. Nays: Commissioner Dunne. Abstain: Commissioner Prigge. Miscellaneous Commissioner Rauschenberger asked about complaints related to the Spring Street parking deck and Medusas. Commissioner Dunne provided suggestions on making the liquor license map easier to read. Adiournment Commissioner Shaw made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Martinez,to adjourn the meeting. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Commissioners Dunne, Gavin, Martinez, Powell, Prigge, Rauschenberger, Shaw, Steffen, and Chairman Kaptain. Nays: None. Meeting adjourned at 4:58 p.m. s/Kimberly Dewis June 8, 2016 Kimberly Dewis, Recording Secretary Date Approved ELGIN LIQUOR CONTROL COMMISSION NOTICE OF CANCELLATION OF MEETING NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the June 8, 2016,regularly scheduled meeting of the Liquor Control Commission is cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for July 13, 2016, at 4:30 p.m. DATED: June 3, 2016. CITY OF ELGIN By Kimberly Dewis Liquor Commission Secretary r rik AGENDA ELGIN LIQUOR CONTROL COMMISSION MEETING CONFERENCE ROOM 208, SOUTH WING CITY HALL, 150 DEXTER COURT, ELGIN,ILLINOIS 60120 Regular Meeting July 13, 2016 4:30 p.m. A. Call to Order B. Roll Call C. Approval of Minutes—May 4, 2016 D. Proposed Stipulation and Agreed Order on the Liquor License Complaint LC 2016-2 Against Eatons' Redwood Inn, Ltd., 118 West Chicago Street (1111114 E. Proposed Stipulation and Agreed Order on the Liquor License Complaint LC 2016-3 Against Shrina, Inc., d/b/a Elgin Liquor& Wine, 1350 Chicago Street Unit#31 F. Proposed Stipulation and Agreed Order on the Liquor License Complaint LC 2016-4 Against J and A 5764, Inc. d/b/a Price Rite Liquor, 1055 North Liberty Street G. Miscellaneous H. Adjournment r DRAFT ELGIN LIQUOR CONTROL COMMISSION MEETING July 13,2016 The meeting was called to order by Chairman Kaptain at 4:35 p.m. in Conference Room 208, South Wing of Elgin City Hall. Members present: Commissioners Gavin, Martinez, Powell, Prigge,and Chairman Kaptain. Absent: Commissioners Dunne, Rauschenberger, Shaw and Steffen. Approval of Minutes Commissioner Powell made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Gavin,to approve the minutes of the May 4, 2016,meeting. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Commissioners Gavin, Martinez, Powell, Prigge, and Chairman Kaptain. Nays: None. Public Hearin2 on the Liquor License Complaint LC 2016-2 A2ainst Eaton's Redwood Inns Ltd., 118 West Chicago Street Corporation Counsel Cogley provided an overview of the complaint and the proposed agreed order with a fine of$1,000. He noted that the violation related to the sale of alcohol to a minor as part of a routine police department compliance operation and this was the establishment's second violation. Commissioner Powell made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Martinez,to approve the stipulation and agreed order regarding the complaint LC 2016-2 Against Eaton's Redwood Inn, Ltd., 118 West Chicago Street. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Commissioners Gavin, Martinez, Powell,Prigge, and Chairman Kaptain. Nays:None. Public Hearin2 on the Liquor License Complaint LC 2016-3 A2ainst Shrina, Inc., d/b/a El2in Liquor& Wine, 1350 Chicago Street Unit#31 Corporation Counsel Cogley provided an overview of the complaint and the proposed agreed order with a fine of$500. He noted that the violation related to the sale of alcohol to a minor as part of a routine police department compliance operation and this was the establishment's first violation. Commissioner Gavin made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Martinez,to approve the stipulation and agreed order regarding the complaint 2016-3 against Shrina, Inc., d/b/a Elgin Liquor&Wine, 1350 Chicago Street Unit#31. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Commissioners Gavin,Martinez, Powell, Prigge, and Chairman Kaptain. Nays: None. r r Liquor Commission Meeting July 13,2016 Page 2 ri- Public Hearing on the Liquor License Complaint LC 2016-4 Against J and A 5764, Inc. d/b/a Price Rite Liquor, 1055 North Liberty Street Corporation Counsel Cogley provided an overview of the complaint and the proposed agreed order with a fine of$500.00. He noted that the violation related to the sale of alcohol to a minor as part of a routine police department compliance operation and this was the establishment's first violation. Commissioner Powell made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Martinez,to approve the stipulation and agreed order regarding the LC 2016-4 Against J and A 5764, Inc. d/b/a Price Rite Liquor, 1055 North Liberty Street. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Commissioners Gavin,Martinez, Powell,Prigge, and Chairman Kaptain. Nays: None. Miscellaneous Commissioner Prigge asked staff to provide information at the next meeting regarding the fines for establishments that provide alcohol without a liquor license. Corporation Counsel Cogley mentioned that three licensees had failed to file and pay their alcoholic liquor tax for the past three months. The establishments previously had not filed their r tax return only to comply after a complaint from the liquor commission had been issued. There was a discussion regarding other remedies in place for repeat offenders. Mr. Cogley also provided information regarding a request to hold a fundraiser/block party,where liquor would be provided, from Shared Harvest. Adjournment Commissioner Gavin made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Martinez,to adjourn the meeting. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Commissioners Gavin,Martinez, Powell, Prigge, and Chairman Kaptain. Nays:None. Meeting adjourned at 4:55 p.m. s/Kimberly Dewis August 10, 2016 Kimberly Dewis, Recording Secretary Date Approved r AGENDA ELGIN LIQUOR CONTROL COMMISSION MEETING CONFERENCE ROOM 208, SOUTH WING CITY HALL, 150 DEXTER COURT,ELGIN,ILLINOIS 60120 Regular Meeting August 10, 2016 4:30 p.m. A. Call to Order B. Roll Call C. Approval of Minutes—July 13, 2016 D. Public Hearing on the Application for a Class B Liquor License Application, Bajirao Mastani Inc. d/b/a Total Liquors located at 823-825 Summit Street rE. Public Hearing on the Application for a Class F Liquor License by Portillo's Hot Dogs, LLC d/b/a Portillo's Hot Dogs located at 1020 South Randall Road F. Consideration of Fine Amount for Sale of Liquor Without a Liquor License G. Miscellaneous H. Adjournment r ELGIN LIQUOR CONTROL COMMISSION MEETING August 10,2016 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, Gavin, Martinez, Powell(4:39 p.m.), Prigge, Rauschenberger, Shaw, and Chairman Kaptain. Absent: Commissioner Steffen. Approval of Minutes Commissioner Gavin made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Martinez,to approve the minutes of the July 13, 2016 meeting. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Commissioners Gavin, Martinez, Prigge, and Chairman Kaptain. Nays: None. Abstain: Commissioners Dunne, Rauschenberger and Shaw. Public Hearing on the Application for a Class B Liquor License Application, Baiirao Mastani Inc. d/b/a Total Liquors located at 823-825 Summit Street Corporation Counsel Cogley provided an overview of the application noting that staff recommended approval of the application. Mr. Cogley stated that the final approval for the necessary conditional use permit was on the August 13, 2016 City Council's agenda. Commissioner Gavin made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Dunne, to approve the application for a Class B Liquor License for Bajirao Mastani Inc. d/b/a Total Liquors located at 823-825 Summit Street. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Commissioners Dunne, Gavin, Martinez, Prigge, Rauschenberger, Shaw, and Chairman Kaptain. Nays: None. Public Hearing on the Application for a Class F Liquor License by Portillo's Hot Dogs, LLC d/b/a Portillo's Hot Dogs located at 1020 South Randall Road Corporation Counsel Cogley provided an overview of the application for a Class F Liquor License by Portillo's Hot Dogs, LLC d/b/a Portillo's Hot Dogs located at 1020 South Randall Road. Mr. Cogley stated that a Class F license was for a service bar in conjunction with meals to patrons that are seated at a table. Commissioner Shaw made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Martinez, to approve the application for a Class F Liquor License by Portillo's Hot Dogs, LLC d/b/a Portillo's Hot Dogs located at 1020 South Randall Road. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Commissioners Dunne, Gavin, /�► Martinez, Powell, Prigge, Rauschenberger, Shaw, and Chairman Kaptain. Nays: None. Liquor Commission Meeting August 10,2016 Page 2 Consideration of Fine Amount for Sale of Liquor without a Liquor License Corporation Counsel Cogley provided an overview of the current fines for providing liquor without a license. Staff recommend creating a penalty provision for the sale of alcohol without a license in the amount of not less ant$1,000 for a first offense and in the amount of not less than $2000 for a second offense. There was discussion regarding the current fines and penalties, the state's liquor code fines, and the number of incidents that have occurred. Commissioner Gavin made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Powell, to direct staff to draft for codification the proposed fines. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Commissioners Dunne, Gavin, Martinez, Powell, Prigge, Rauschenberger, Shaw, and Chairman Kaptain. Nays: None. Adjournment Commissioner Dunne made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Shaw,to adjourn the meeting. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Commissioners Dunne, Gavin, Martinez, Powell, Prigge, Rauschenberger, Shaw, and Chairman Kaptain. Nays: None. Meeting adjourned at 5:00 p.m. s/Kimberly Dewis September 14, 2016 Kimberly Dewis, Recording Secretary Date Approved r AGENDA ELGIN LIQUOR CONTROL COMMISSION MEETING CONFERENCE ROOM 208, SOUTH WING CITY HALL, 150 DEXTER COURT,ELGIN, ILLINOIS 60120 Regular Meeting September 14, 2016 4:30 p.m. A. Call to Order B. Roll Call C. Approval of Minutes—August 10, 2016 D. Public Hearing on the Application for a Class E-3 Liquor License Application,J&S Papas Inc. d/b/a Papa Saverios Pizza Pub located at 1350 Chicago Street eft. E. Miscellaneous F. Adjournment r • ELGIN LIQUOR CONTROL COMMISSION MEETING September 14,2016 The meeting was called to order by Chairman Kaptain at 4:35 p.m. in Conference Room 208, South Wing of Elgin City Hall. Members present: Commissioners Gavin, Martinez, Powell, Prigge, and Chairman Kaptain. Absent: Commissioners Dunne, Rauschenberger, Shaw and Steffen. Approval of Minutes Commissioner Gavin made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Powell, to approve the minutes of the August 10,2016 meeting. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Commissioners Gavin, Martinez, Powell,Prigge, and Chairman Kaptain. Nays: None. Public Hearing on the Application for a Class E-3 Liquor License Application,J& S Papas Inc. d/b/a Papa Saverios Pizza Pub located at 1350 Chicago Street Corporation Counsel Cogley provided an overview of the application noting that staff recommended approval of the application. Mr. Cogley highlighted the food sales and floor space requirements for a Class E-3 license, noted the applicant was seeking to have video gaming and the location would be subject to the standard service hours. Commissioner Powell made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Gavin, to approve the application for a Class E-3 Liquor License Application, J & S Papas Inc. d/b/a Papa Saverios Pizza Pub located at 1350 Chicago Street. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Commissioners Gavin, Martinez,Powell, Prigge, and Chairman Kaptain. Nays: None. Miscellaneous Corporation Counsel Cogley provided an overview of the recent changes to the State Liquor code regarding BASSET training and its impact on the city's practices and procedures. Adjournment Commissioner Gavin made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Powell,to adjourn the meeting. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Commissioners Gavin, Martinez, Powell, Prigge, and Chairman Kaptain. Nays: None. r Liquor Commission Meeting September 14,2016 Page 2 r Meeting adjourned at 4:50 p.m. s/Kimberly Dewis November 2, 2016 Kimberly Dewis, Recording Secretary Date Approved r r r ELGIN LIQUOR CONTROL COMMISSION NOTICE OF CANCELLATION OF MEETING NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the October 12, 2016, regularly scheduled meeting of the Liquor Control Commission is cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for November 2, 2016, at 4:30 p.m. DATED: October 7, 2016. CITY OF ELGIN By Kimberly Dewis Liquor Commission Secretary r • r AGENDA ELGIN LIQUOR CONTROL COMMISSION MEETING CONFERENCE ROOM 208, SOUTH WING CITY HALL, 150 DEXTER COURT,ELGIN,ILLINOIS 60120 Regular Meeting November 2, 2016 4:30 p.m. A. Call to Order B. Roll Call C. Approval of Minutes—September 14, 2016 D. Consideration of Request by Licensee Fox Hole Pub, Inc. d/b/a Afterset at 158 Symphony Way to Extend the Service Hours on Weekends For a Class R-1 License from 4:00 a.m.to ''' 6:00 a.m. E. Miscellaneous F. Adjournment r ELGIN LIQUOR CONTROL COMMISSION MEETING November 2,2016 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, Gavin, Martinez, Powell, (at 4:32 p.m.), Prigge, Rauschenberger, and Chairman Kaptain. Absent: Commissioners Shaw and Steffen. Approval of Minutes Commissioner Gavin made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Martinez,to approve the minutes of the September 14, 2016 meeting. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Commissioners Gavin, Martinez, Prigge, and Chairman Kaptain. Nays: None. Abstain: Commissioners Dunne and Rauschenberger. Consideration of Request by Licensee Fox Hole Pub, Inc. d/b/a Afterset at 158 Symphony Wav to Extend the Service Hours on Weekends for a Class R-1 License from 4:00 a.m. to 6:00 a.m. Corporation Counsel Cogley provided an overview of the request noting that staff recommended denial. He outlined the recent calls for service including the times they occurred. Representatives for the Afterset stated that the late license gave the other establishment a competitive edge. They stated that several of their customers would leave to go to the other later night location. Medusa's experiences with the change to hours of operation were discussed. Also discussed was the impact on the late night Police detail and the costs involved with expanding the hours of downtown bars. Commissioner Dunne made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Gavin, to table the request by licensee Fox Hole Pub, Inc. d/b/a Afterset located at 158 Symphony Way regarding extending their service hours on weekends for their Class R-1 liquor license from 4:00 a.m. to 6:00 a.m. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Commissioners Dunne, Gavin, Martinez, Powell, Prigge, Rauschenberger, and Chairman Kaptain. Nays: None. C Liquor Commission Meeting November 2, 2016 Page 2 r Adjournment Commissioner Dunne made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Rauschenberger,to adjourn the meeting. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Commissioners Dunne, Gavin, Martinez, Powell, Prigge, Rauschenberger, and Chairman Kaptain. Nays: None. Meeting adjourned at 4:58 p.m. s/Kimberly Dewis December 7, 2016 Kimberly Dewis, Recording Secretary Date Approved C C AGENDA ELGIN LIQUOR CONTROL COMMISSION MEETING Conference Room 208, South Wing Regular Meeting 4:30 p.m. December 7, 2016 A. Call to Order B. Roll Call C. Approval of Minutes—November 2, 2016 D. Consideration of the 2017 Meeting Schedule E. Further Consideration of Request by Licensee Fox Hole Pub, Inc. d/b/a Afterset at 158 Symphony Way to Extend the Service Hours on Weekends For a Class R-1 License from 4:00 a.m. to 6:00 a.m. (Item must be removed from the table) F. Miscellaneous G. Adjournment ELGIN LIQUOR CONTROL COMMISSION MEETING December 7, 2016 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 (at 4:33 p.m.), Gavin, Martinez, Powell, Prigge, Rauschenberger(at 4:43 p.m.), Shaw, and Chairman Kaptain. Absent: Commissioner Steffen. Approval of Minutes Commissioner Gavin made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Martinez, to approve the minutes of the November 2, 2016 meeting. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Commissioners Gavin, Martinez, Powell, Prigge, and Chairman Kaptain. Nays: None. Abstain: Commissioners Shaw Consideration of the 2017 Liquor Commission Meeting Schedule Commissioner Shaw made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Gavin, to approve the proposed 2017 Liquor Commission Meeting Schedule. Upon roll call vote: Yeas: Commissioners Gavin, Martinez, Powell, Prigge, Shaw, and Chairman Kaptain. Nays: None. 2017 MEETING SCHEDULE ELGIN LIQUOR COMMISSION January 11, 2017 February 8, 2017 March 8, 2017 April 12, 2017 May 10, 2017 June 14, 2017 July 12, 2017 August 9, 2017 September 13, 2017 October 11, 2017 November 1, 2017 December 6, 2017 The Elgin Liquor Commission holds its regular meetings in the 2nd Floor Conference Room, in the South Wing of City Hall, located at 150 Dexter Court, at 4:30 p.m. on the above mentioned dates. Liquor Commission Meeting December 7, 2016 Page 2 Further Consideration of Request by Licensee Fox Hole Pub, Inc. d/b/a Afterset at 158 Symphony Way to Extend the Service Hours on Weekends for a Class R-1 License from 4:00 a.m. to 6:00 a.m. Commissioner Shaw made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Martinez,to remove this item from the table. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Commissioners Gavin, Martinez, Powell, Prigge, Shaw, and Chairman Kaptain. Nays: None. Corporation Counsel Cogley provided an overview of the request noting that staff recommended denial. He outlined the recent calls for service including the times they occurred. There was discussion regarding the days the establishment was open, changes to security, and clientele that is served. Also discussed was how Medusas was utilizing the later license. Chairman Kaptain reminded the commission that all licenses are subject to review when they are renewed annually. Commissioner Dunne made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Gavin, to concur with the recommendation to deny the request by licensee Fox Hole Pub, Inc. d/b/a Afterset located at 158 Symphony Way regarding extending their service hours on weekends for their Class R-1 liquor license from 4:00 a.m. to 6:00 a.m. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Commissioners Dunne, Gavin, Martinez, Powell, Prigge, Rauschenberger, Shaw, and Chairman Kaptain. Nays: None. Miscellaneous Councilmember Shaw asked about the operations at the Smooth Fox on Grove Avenue. Corporation Counsel Cogley stated City representatives meet with owner regarding concerns, such as noise. Councilmember Dunne asked if the State still performed sale to a minor operations. It was stated that these operations were on hold, at the state level, in light of the state's budget crisis. Councilmember Rauschenberger asked about the background for the number of Liquor Commission members. Chairman Kaptain provided background on when the commission was expanded to the full council. Adjournment Commissioner Dunne made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Gavin, to adjourn the meeting. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Commissioners Dunne, Gavin, Martinez, Powell, Prigge, Rauschenberger, Shaw, and Chairman Kaptain. Nays: None. Meeting adjourned at 4:58 p.m. Liquor Commission Meeting December 7, 2016 Page 3 s/Kimberly Dewis December 7, 2016 Kimberly Dewis, Recording Secretary Date Approved