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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2017 Liquor Commission Agendas & Minutes r AGENDA ELGIN LIQUOR CONTROL COMMISSION MEETING LOCATION CHANGE CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS Regular Meeting 4:30 p.m. January 11, 2017 A. Call to Order B. Roll Call C. Approval of Minutes—December 7, 2016 D. Consideration of proposed Stipulation and Agreed Order on the Liquor License Complaint LC 2016-7 against J &N Liquors, Inc. d/b/a J & N Liquors, 333 S. McLean Boulevard E. Consideration of Proposed Stipulation and Agreed Order on the Liquor License Complaint LC 2016-8 against Grotto at Elgin Corporation d/b/a The Grotto at The Grove, 2300 N. Randall Road, Unit D F. Consideration of Proposed Stipulation and Agreed Order on the Liquor License Complaint LC 2016-9 Against RMH Illinois, LLC d/b/a Applebee's Neighborhood Grill and Bar, 125 S. Randall Road G. Consideration of Proposed Stipulation and Agreed Order on the Liquor License Complaint LC 2016-6 Against Moon Food & Liquor Inc. 1015 N. Randall Road H. Discussion Regarding Proposal to Shorten the Hours of Late Night Liquor Licenses I. Discussion Regarding Incidents at the Smooth Fox, 51 S. Grove, and Consideration of Proposed Amendment to Liquor Code to Remove Exception which Allows Restaurants to Allow Patrons or Customers to Remain on a Licensed Premises After the Hours Within Which the Sale of Alcoholic Liquor is Permitted J. Miscellaneous K. Adjournment r AMENDED AGENDA ELGIN LIQUOR CONTROL COMMISSION MEETING Conference Room 208, South Wing Regular Meeting 4:30 p.m. January 11, 2017 A. Call to Order B. Roll Call C. Approval of Minutes—December 7, 2016 D. Consideration of proposed Stipulation and Agreed Order on the Liquor License Complaint LC 2016-7 against J & N Liquors, Inc. d/b/a J & N Liquors, 333 S. McLean Boulevard E. Consideration of Proposed Stipulation and Agreed Order on the Liquor License Complaint LC 2016-8 against Grotto at Elgin Corporation d/b/a The Grotto at The Grove, 2300 N. Randall Road,Unit D F. Consideration of Proposed Stipulation and Agreed Order on the Liquor License Complaint LC 2016-9 Against RMH Illinois, LLC d/b/a Applebee's Neighborhood Grill and Bar, 125 S. Randall Road G. Consideration of Proposed Stipulation and Agreed Order on the Liquor License Complaint LC 2016-6 Against Moon Food& Liquor Inc. 1015 N. Randall Road H. Discussion Regarding Proposal To Shorten the Hours of Late Night Liquor Licenses I. Discussion Regarding Incidents at the Smooth Fox, 51 S. Grove, and Consideration of Proposed Amendment to Liquor Code to Remove Exception which Allows Restaurants to Allow Patrons or Customers to Remain on a Licensed Premises After the Hours Within Which the Sale of Alcoholic Liquor is Permitted J. Miscellaneous K. Adjournment r ,IFi ELGIN LIQUOR CONTROL COMMISSION MEETING January 11,2017 The meeting was called to order by Chairman Kaptain at 4:30 p.m. in City Council Chambers. Members present: Commissioners Dunne, Gavin, Powell, Prigge, Rauschenberger, Steffen and Chairman Kaptain. Absent: Commissioners Martinez and Shaw. Approval of Minutes Commissioner Gavin made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Powell, to approve the minutes of the December 7, 2016, meeting. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Commissioners Dunne, Gavin, Powell, Prigge, Rauschenberger, and Chairman Kaptain. Nays: None. Abstain: Commissioner Steffen. Consideration of proposed Stipulation and Agreed Order on the Liquor License Complaint LC 2016-7 against J & N Liquors, Inc. d/b/a J& N Liquors, 333 S. McLean Boulevard Corporation Counsel Cogley provided an overview of the complaint and the proposed agreed order with a fine of$500. He noted that this violation, and the others on the agenda, were related to the sale of alcohol to a minor as part of a routine police department compliance operation and they were the first violations for each establishment. Commissioner Powell made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Steffen, to approve the stipulation and agreed order regarding the Complaint LC 2016-7 against J&N Liquors, Inc. d/b/a J&N Liquors, 333 S. McLean Boulevard. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Commissioners Dunne, Gavin, Powell, Rauschenberger, Steffen, and Chairman Kaptain. Nays: None. Abstain: Commissioner Prigge. Consideration of Proposed Stipulation and Agreed Order on the Liquor License Complaint LC 2016-8 against Grotto at Elgin Corporation d/b/a The Grotto at The Grove, 2300 N. Randall Road, Unit D Commissioner Gavin made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Steffen, to approve the stipulation and agreed order regarding the complaint LC 2016-8 against Grotto at Elgin Corporation d/b/a The Grotto at The Grove, 2300 N. Randall Road, Unit D. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Commissioners Dunne, Gavin, Powell, Prigge, Rauschenberger, Steffen and Chairman Kaptain. Nays: None. Liquor Commission Meeting l-: January 11, 2017 r Page 2 Consideration of Proposed Stipulation and Agreed Order on the Liquor License Complaint LC 2016-9 Against RMH Illinois, LLC d/b/a Applebee's Neighborhood Grill and Bar, 125 S. Randall Road Commissioner Steffen made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Dunne, to approve the stipulation and agreed order regarding the complaint LC 2016-9 Against RMH Illinois, LLC d/b/a Applebee's Neighborhood Grill and Bar, 125 S. Randall Road. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Commissioners Dunne, Gavin, Powell, Prigge, Rauschenberger, Steffen and Chairman Kaptain. Nays: None. Consideration of Proposed Stipulation and Agreed Order on the Liquor License Complaint LC 2016-6 Against Moon Food & Liquor Inc. 1015 N. Randall Road Commissioner Steffen made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Gavin, to approve the stipulation and agreed order regarding the Complaint LC 2016-6 Against Moon Food & Liquor Inc. 1015 N. Randall Road. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Commissioners Dunne, Gavin, Powell, Prigge, Rauschenberger, Steffen and Chairman Kaptain. Nays: None. Discussion Regarding Proposal to Shorten the Hours of Late Night Liquor Licenses I Commissioner Prigge, made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Rauschenberger,to table the discussion regarding proposal to shorten the hours of late night liquor licenses Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Commissioners Dunne, Gavin, Powell, Prigge, Rauschenberger, Steffen and Chairman Kaptain. Nays: None. Discussion Regarding Incidents at the Smooth Fox, 51 S. Grove, and Consideration of Proposed Amendment to Liquor Code to Remove Exception which Allows Restaurants to Allow Patrons or Customers to Remain on a Licensed Premises After the Hours Within Which the Sale of Alcoholic Liquor is Permitted Corporation Counsel Cogley provided a review of the calls for service at the location including the types of incidents and the times that they occurred. Mr. Cogley outlined the meetings the Police Department had with the owner of the establishment and suggested measures to reduce calls for service. Corporation Counsel Cogley reviewed the changes in the proposed ordinance, which would eliminate the restaurant exception to the hours for liquor sales. There was discussion regarding other remedies available to the commission. There were concerns about the types of police calls to this location including assaults and weapons fired. Also discussed was the impact of the proposed ordinance on other restaurants, consistent enforcement of the liquor code and residents safety. r Liquor Commission Meeting January 11, 2017 Page 3 C Mr. Justin Hodge, owner of the Smooth Fox, arrived at 5:15 p.m. He outlined his efforts to reduce police calls for service. He stated his concerns regarding the proposed ordinance and its potential impact on the Smooth Fox's financial status. Corporation Counsel Cogley noted that the commission could request sales receipts to verify if an establishment is meeting sales requirements for a particular license class. Chairman Kaptain requested that Mr. Hodge provide receipts for the following dates: August 20, 2016; October 16, 2016 and November 6, 2016. Chairman Kaptain stated that the matter would continue to be discussed at the next commission meeting on February 8, 2017. Commissioner Steffen made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Gavin, to amend section 6.06.140M of the liquor code to remove the exception which allows restaurants with liquor license to allow patrons to remain on premises after the hours within which the sale of alcohol is permitted. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Commissioners Dunne, Gavin, Steffen and Chairman Kaptain. Nays: Commissioners Powell, Prigge, and Rauschenberger. Adiournment Commissioner Dunne made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Powell, to adjourn the meeting. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Commissioners Dunne, Gavin, Powell, Prigge, Rauschenberger, Steffen, and Chairman Kaptain. Nays: None. Meeting adjourned at 5:32 p.m. s/Kimberly Dewis February 8, 2017 Kimberly Dewis, Recording Secretary Date Approved r t r AGENDA ELGIN LIQUOR CONTROL COMMISSION MEETING Conference Room 208, South Wing Regular Meeting 4:30 p.m. February 8, 2017 A. Call to Order B. Roll Call C. Approval of Minutes—January 11, 2017 D. Public Hearing on the Application for a Class B-5 Liquor License Application, Bonalo LLC d/b/a Stop N Shop located at 455 Bluff City Boulevard E. Public Hearing on the Application for a Class G Liquor License Application, City of Elgin d/b/a Wing Park Golf Course located at 1000 Wing Street F. Continued Discussion Regarding Incidents at the Smooth Fox, 51 S. Grove, and Review of Sales Records r G. Discussion Regarding Proposal to Shorten the Hours of Late Night Liquor Licenses (Item must be removed from the table) H. Miscellaneous I. Adjournment r ELGIN LIQUOR CONTROL COMMISSION MEETING February 8,2017 The meeting was called to order by Chairman Kaptain at 4:30 p.m. in in Conference Room 208, South Wing of Elgin City Hall. Members present: Commissioners Dunne (4:50 p.m.), Gavin, Powell, Prigge, Rauschenberger, Steffen and Chairman Kaptain. Absent: Commissioner Rauschenberger. Approval of Minutes Commissioner Gavin made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Martinez,to approve the minutes of the January 11, 2017, meeting. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Commissioners Gavin, Powell, Prigge, and Chairman Kaptain. Nays: None. Abstain: Commissioners Martinez, Shaw and Steffen. Public Hearing on the Application for a Class B-5 Liquor License Application, Bonalo LLC d/b/a Stop N Shop located at 455 Bluff City Boulevard Corporation Counsel Cogley provided an overview of the application which would change the location's liquor license classification from a B-1 to a B-5 license. Mr. Cogley highlighted the differences in the classes and stated that staff was recommending approval of the change subject to the conditions outlined in the memo. Commissioner Shaw made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Gavin, to approve the application for a Class B-5 Liquor License Application, Bonalo LLC d/b/a Stop N Shop located at 455 Bluff City Boulevard with conditions outlined in the memo. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Commissioners Gavin, Martinez, Powell, Prigge, Shaw, Steffen, and Chairman Kaptain. Nays: None. Public Hearing on the Application for a Class G Liquor License Application, City of Elgin d/b/a Wing Park Golf Course located at 1000 Wing Street Corporation Counsel Cogley provided an overview of the application which would allow for the sale of alcohol at the Wing Park Golf Course. There was discussion regarding how to ensure alcohol sales were to golf course patrons only and if additional staffing would be required. Commissioner Powell made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Martinez, to approve the application for a Class G Liquor License Application, City of Elgin d/b/a Wing Park Golf Course Liquor Commission Meeting February 8, 2017 Page 2 located at 1000 Wing Street. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Commissioners Gavin, Martinez, Powell, Prigge, Shaw, Steffen, and Chairman Kaptain. Nays: None. Continued Discussion Regarding Incidents at the Smooth Fox, 51 S. Grove, and Review of Sales Records Corporation Counsel Cogley provided a review of the previous discussion regarding the Smooth Fox. Mr. Cogley provided analysis of the sales records that were provided for the dates requested by the commission. It was recommended that the licensee be required to make changes in the record keeping to clarify certain categories. There was a discussion regarding calls for service since the hours of operation had changed. Also discussed were what the options are for the establishment if the food sale requirements are not met, including changing the Class of license during the renewal period. Mr. Cogley noted that the Smooth Fox owed money to the city for participating as a vendor in the Nightmare on Chicago Street event. According to the Municipal Code being indebted to the city can prevent a liquor license from being issued. Mr. Justin Hodge, owner of Smooth Fox, was not in attendance to answer the questions from the commission. Staff was directed to notify Mr. Hodge that he should change the establishment's record keeping to provided more detail regarding food sales. Mr. Hodge should also be advised further records could be requested by the commission and that he may want to consider changing to a Class that would not require a certain percentage of sales to come from food. Discussion Regarding Proposal to Shorten the Hours of Late Night Liquor Licenses Commissioner Martinez, made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Gavin, to remove the item from the table the discussion regarding proposal to shorten the hours of late night liquor licenses Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Commissioners Dunne, Gavin, Martinez, Powell, Prigge, Shaw, Steffen and Chairman Kaptain. Nays: None. There was a discussion regarding issues with those establishments that hold late night licenses and that these issues would continue to be handled on a case by case basis. Miscellaneous Commissioner Powell asked about recent incidents at Medusa's. Corporation Counsel Cogley stated the situation was being monitored and that he would forward the reports to the commission. Commissioner Dunne asked that information about the recent changes to the BASSET program be included in the liquor license renewal packets. Liquor Commission Meeting February 8, 2017 Page 3 Adjournment Commissioner Gavin made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Martinez, to adjourn the meeting. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Commissioners Dunne, Gavin, Martinez, Powell, Prigge, Shaw, Steffen, and Chairman Kaptain. Nays: None. Meeting adjourned at 5:15 p.m. s/Kimberly Dewis March 8, 2017 Kimberly Dewis, Recording Secretary Date Approved r AGENDA ELGIN LIQUOR CONTROL COMMISSION MEETING Conference Room 208, South Wing Regular Meeting 4:30 p.m. March 8, 2017 A. Call to Order B. Roll Call C. Approval of Minutes—February 8, 2017 D. Public Hearing on the Liquor Commission Complaint in the Matter of the Retail Alcoholic Liquor Dealers License of Condos Riverside Corporation d/b/a Nick's Liquors, 71 Clock Tower Plaza, Elgin, Illinois 60120, LC 2017-1 E. Miscellaneous F. Adjournment r r CANCELLED AGENDA ELGIN LIQUOR CONTROL COMMISSION MEETING Conference Room 208, South Wing Regular Meeting 4:30 p.m. March 8, 2017 A. Call to Order B. Roll Call C. Approval of Minutes—February 8, 2017 D. Public Hearing on the Liquor Commission Complaint in the Matter of the Retail Alcoholic Liquor Dealers License of Condos Riverside Corporation d/b/a Nick's Liquors, 71 Clock Tower Plaza, Elgin, Illinois 60120, LC 2017-1 E. Miscellaneous F. Adjournment r r AGENDA ELGIN LIQUOR CONTROL COMMISSION MEETING Conference Room 208, South Wing Regular Meeting 4:30 p.m. April 12, 2017 A. Call to Order B. Roll Call C. Approval of Minutes—February 8, 2017 D. Public Hearing on the Application for a Class F Liquor License by Big Skillet Inc. d/b/a Big Skillet Restaurant located at 90 Tyler Creek Plaza E. Public Hearing on the Liquor Commission Complaint in the Matter of the Retail Alcoholic Liquor Dealers License of Condos Riverside Corporation d/b/a Nick's Liquors, 71 Clock Tower Plaza, Elgin, Illinois 60120, LC 2017-1 F. Consideration of Applications for Renewal of Liquor Licenses for the Period of May 1, 2017,through April 30, 2018 G. Miscellaneous H. Adjournment r ELGIN LIQUOR CONTROL COMMISSION MEETING April 12,2017 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, Rauschenberger, Shaw, and Chairman Kaptain. Absent: Commissioners Dunne, Prigge and Steffen. Approval of Minutes Commissioner Gavin made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Martinez, to approve the minutes, of the February 8, 2017 meeting. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Commissioners Gavin. Martinez, Powell, Rauschenberger, and Chairman Kaptain. Nays: None. Abstain: Commissioner Shaw. Public Hearing on the Application for a Class F Liquor License by Big Skillet Inc. d/b/a/ Big Skillet Restaurant located at 90 Tyler Creek Plaza Corporation Counsel Cogley provided an overview of the application noting that this was a change in ownership at this location. Commissioner Powell made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Gavin, to approve a Class F liquor license for Big Skillet Inc. d/b/a/ Big Skillet Restaurant located at 90 Tyler Creek Plaza. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Commissioners Gavin, Martinez, Powell, Rauschenberger, Shaw, and Chairman Kaptain. Nays: None. Public Hearing on the Liquor Commission Complain in the Matter of the Retail Alcoholic Liquor Dealers License of Condos Riverside Corporation d/b/a Nick's Liquors, 71 Clock Tower Plaza, Elgin, Illinois, 60120, LC 2017-1 Chairman Kaptain opened the public hearing. Corporation Counsel Cogley provided details regarding the complaint for nonpayment of the alcoholic liquor taxes. Mr. Cogley outlined the exhibits: the complaint, the answer to the complaint, a request for continuance, the notice of rescheduled meeting, and an affidavit from Chief Financial Officer Debra Nawrocki. In the affidavit, Ms. Nawrocki outlined the amount due for three months and the attempt at payment that was returned from the bank as not sufficient funds (NSF). Staffs recommendation was to impose a fine of$750.00 for each month for a total of$2,250.00. Page 1 of 5 There was discussion by the commission regarding the status of the business, the status of the renewal application and method used to determine the fine. Commissioner Gavin made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Powell, to impose a fine of $2,250.00 for violations of the Elgin Alcoholic Liquor Tax Ordinances and to revoke the Class B liquor license for the Condos Riverside Corporation d/b/a Nick's Liquors, 71 Clock Tower Plaza, Elgin, II 60120. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Commissioners Gavin, Martinez, Powell, Shaw. and Chairman Kaptain. Nays: Commissioner Rauschenberger. Consideration for Applications for Renewal of Liquor Licenses in List A for the Period of May 1,2017 through April 30, 2018 Commissioner Martinez made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Shaw, to approve the renewal applications for the Period of May 1, 2017 through April 30, 2018, as outlined in List A detailed below. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Commissioners Gavin, Martinez, Powell, Rauschenberger, Shaw, and Chairman Kaptain. Nays: None. LIST A— COMPLETED APPLICATIONS 7-Eleven (Summit) D Hangout 7-Eleven (McLean) Danny's Pizza Afterset Dog's Paw Brewing A.J. Foodshop Easton's Redwood Inn Afterset Elgin Buffet Aldi #38 Elgin County Club Aldi #50 Elgin Elks Lodge #737 Alexander's Elgin Fresh Market Al's Café & Creamery Elgin Fruit Market American Legion Post 57 Elgin Liquor and Wine Applebee's Neighborhood Elgin Lodge No 799 Loyal Order of Moose Grill & Bar Elgin Public House Armanetti's Wine and Spirits Elgin Riverside Club Baker Hill Elgin Shell —The Grove Mart Elgin Turners Boni Liquor Estrellas Del Millenium Bowlway Lanes Extra Value Wine and Spirits Burnt Toast Fatsoz Butera Market(Clock Tower) Fiesta Mexicana Butera Market (Tyler Creek) Geno's Fine Wine and Spirits Café Roma Grand Victoria Casino Casa Lara Restaurant Green Jade Restaurant Centre Grotto at the Grove Chooch's Pizza Grumpy Goat Tavern Colonial Café and Ice Cream Hemmens Cultural Center CVS Pharmacy Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites/Bennigan's Grill Page 2 of 5 Hoopers Sports Bar Walmart#1814 Hoppe's Corner Walnut Speakeasy Islas Marias Restaurant Wing Park Liquors J&N Liquors Wingstop J.J. Peppers Foodstore Jimmy's Charhouse Larkin's Discount Liquor Liberty Liquors Maciano's Pizza and Pastaria Mariscos El Amigo 2 Martini Room Meijer Store #183 Moon Food & Liquor Neighborhood Liquors Nick's Pizza& Pub Noodles & Company Northwest Liquors Olde Towne Inn Osco Drug#3291 Osco Drug#3313 Otter Creek Wine & Spirits Owl's Athletic Club Porter's Pub Portillo's Hot Dogs Price Rite Gas and Food Price Rite Liquors The PRIDE of Elgin RAM Food Rookies Sports Bar Sammy's Mexican Restaurant Sam's Club#4942 Silver Lake Restaurant Speedway#7514 Stop N Shop Super Saver Food Mart Sushi Station Target Store T-0834 Toom Total Liquors VFW Watch City Post 1307 Villa Liquors Village Pizza and Pub Walgreens #02986 Walgreens#07100 Walgreens#09439 Walgreens#12772 Page 3 of 5 Consideration for Applications for Exterior Sales Permits in List B for the Period of May 1. 2017 through April 30,2018 Commissioner Shaw made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Gavin, to approve the renewal applications the exterior sales permit for the period of May 1, 2017 through April 30, 2018, as outlined in List B detailed below. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Commissioners Gavin, Martinez, Powell, Rauschenberger, Shaw, and Chairman Kaptain. Nays: None. LIST B —EXTERIOR SALES PERMITS Al's Café and Creamery, (Designated Exterior) Café Roma, (Designated Exterior) Chooch's Pizza, (Designated Exterior) Danny's Pizza (Designated Exterior) Fatsoz, (Designated Exterior) Jimmy's Charhouse (Designated Exterior) Noodles and Company (Designated Exterior) Olde Towne Inn, (Designated Exterior) Sammy's Mexican (Designated Exterior) Sushi Station (Designated Exterior) Toom Toom Thai Restaurant (Designated Exterior) Consideration for Applications for Renewal of the Young Adult and Teen Night Permits in List C for the Period of May 1, 2017 through April 30, 2018 Commissioner Gavin made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Powell, to approve the Young Adult and Teen Night Permits for the period of May 1, 2017 through April 30, 2018, as outlined in List C detailed below. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Commissioners Gavin, Martinez, Powell, Rauschenberger, Shaw, and Chairman Kaptain. Nays: None. LIST C - YOUNG ADULT AND TEEN NIGHT PERMIT Mission/Medusa Consideration for Applications for Renewal of Liquor Licenses with Outstanding Issues in List D for the Period of May 1, 2017 through April 30, 2018 Commissioner Shaw made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Gavin, to approve the renewal application for liquor licenses for the period of May 1, 2017 through April 30, 2018, as outlined in List D detailed below, subject to resolution of outstanding issues. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Commissioners Gavin, Martinez, Powell, Rauschenberger, Shaw, and Chairman Kaptain. Nays: None. Liquor Commission Meeting April 12, 2017 Page 5 LIST D - APPLICATIONS WITH ISSUES Shareholder issues: Elgin Lanes Corp. Anne Coyne to John Franquelli/Frances Stankovich Walnut Speakeasy Alex Matsas to Alexander Giannopoulos Secretary of State Issues: 7-11 —J-Krishna Inc. (Dissolved) Delinquency on Monies Owed to City Chooch's Pizza Elgin Turners The Haight Marcus Cinemas Missing State Liquor License: Chicago Pizza Authority Pending Occupancy Permit: Mariscos El Charco Inc. d/b/a Mariscos El Charco Oasis on 20 Inc. d/b/a Oasis on 20 Miscellaneous Corporation Counsel Cogley provided information surrounding a recent incident at the Smooth Fox. He also noted that they had not submitted a renewal application at this time and the current liquor license would expire on April 30, 2017. There was discussion about what remedies were available to the commission. Adjournment Commissioner Shaw made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Gavin, to adjourn the meeting. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Commissioners Gavin, Martinez, Powell, Rauschenberger, Shaw, and Chairman Kaptain. Nays: None. Meeting adjourned at 5:10 p.m. s/Kimberly Dewis May 10, 2017 Kimberly Dewis, Recording Secretary Date Approved Page 5 of 5 NOTICE OF CHANGE OF LOCATION FOR MEETING The location of the Elgin Liquor Control Commission Meeting of May 10, 2017, at 4:30 p.m. has been changed. The location of the meeting has been changed from Conference Room 208, South Wing of City Hall to the City Council Chambers at City Hall, 150 Dexter Court, Elgin, Illinois 60120. The agenda for such meeting is set forth below. AGENDA ELGIN LIQUOR CONTROL COMMISSION MEETING City Council Chambers, City Hall, 150 Dexter Court, Elgin, IL 60120 Regular Meeting 4:30 p.m. May 10, 2017 A. Call to Order B. Roll Call C. Approval of Minutes —April 12, 2017 D. Discussion Regarding Request by Justin Hodge, d/b/a Smooth Fox, 51 S. Grove Avenue, for the Creation of a New Liquor License Classification E. Miscellaneous F. Adjournment r p. r ELGIN LIQUOR CONTROL COMMISSION MEETING May 10, 2017 The meeting was called to order by Chairman Kaptain at 4:30 p.m. in City Council Chambers. Members present: Commissioners Dixon, Dunne (4:40 p.m.), Gavin, Powell (4:35p.m.), Rauschenberger (4:32 p.m.), Shaw, Steffen and Chairman Kaptain. Absent: None. Approval of Minutes Commissioner Shaw made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Gavin, to approve the minutes of the April 12, 2017, meeting. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Commissioners Gavin, Martinez, and Chairman Kaptain. Nays: None. Abstain: Commissioners Dixon, Shaw and Steffen. Discussion Regarding Request by Justin Hodge d/b/a Smooth Fox, 51 S. Grove Avenue for the Creation of a New Liquor License Classification Corporation Counsel Cogley provided a review of the previous discussion regarding the Smooth Fox. Justin Hodge, owner of Smooth Fox, submitted a proposal for a new class of liquor license for the commission to consider. Mr. Cogley noted that the proposal included various activities for mixed ages, such as live music, and a smaller food menu. The commission was presented an analysis of recent police calls for service including several noise complaints. The establishment's financial status was reviewed which included past due rent, funds owed to their liquor distributor, and monies due to the city. Mr. Justin Hodge, owner of Smooth Fox, provided a response to the concerns of the commission regarding finances, staffing, security, and the number of police calls. Mr. Hodge outlined his remedies to reduce the calls for service going forward and proposed changes to the business plan. There was a discussion regarding the number and types of calls for service since the location had opened for business. Sergeant James Lalley described the Police Department's procedures for answering a noise complaint call for service. Also discussed was the zoning of the property, the status of occupancy and the types of police calls for service. There were questions regarding the status of the liquor license renewal application and the updated Certificate of Occupancy. There was discussion regarding the impact of the proposed liquor license and business plan changes. The departure from being primarily an eating place a Conditional Use would be needed. r Liquor Commission Meeting May 10, 2017 Page 2 r Adjournment Commissioner Dunne made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Powell, to adjourn the meeting. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Commissioners Dixon, Dunne, Gavin, Martinez, Powell, Rauschenberger, Shaw, Steffen, and Chairman Kaptain. Nays: None. Meeting adjourned at 5:48 p.m. s/Kimberly Dewis June 14, 2017 Kimberly Dewis, Recording Secretary Date Approved C C r AGENDA ELGIN LIQUOR CONTROL COMMISSION MEETING Conference Room 208, South Wing Regular Meeting 4:30 p.m. June 14, 2017 A. Call to Order B. Roll Call C. Approval of Minutes—May 10, 2017 D. Public Hearing on consideration of Application by Side Street Studio Arts, NFP, d/b/a Side Street Studio Arts for a Class Y Liquor License for Art Galleries located at 15 Ziegler Court E. Discussion Regarding Late Night Hours at Medusa's (209 E. Chicago Street) and the ("' Afterset(158 Symphony Way) F. Miscellaneous G. Adjournment r $ ELGIN LIQUOR CONTROL COMMISSION MEETING June 14,2017 The meeting was called to order by Chairman Kaptain at 4:30 p.m. in in Conference Room 208, South Wing of Elgin City Hall. Members present: Commissioners Dixon (4:32 p.m.), Gavin, Powell (4:40p.m.), Rauschenberger, Shaw, Steffen and Chairman Kaptain. Absent: Commissioners Dunne and Martinez. Approval of Minutes Commissioner Gavin made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Steffen, to approve the minutes of the May 10, 2017, meeting. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Commissioners Gavin, Rauschenberger, Shaw, Steffen, and Chairman Kaptain. Nays: None. Public Hearing on the Application for a Class Y Liquor License, for Art Galleries, by Side et Studi , , b/a StreetArts at 1ourt Corporationtor: coounselArtsNFPCogleyd/provided Side an overvStuiewdio ofArthe application.located 5 HeZiegler notedCthat the Class Y was recently deleted and it would need to be recreated. The Class Y is for art galleries to serve beer and wine in conjunction with special events of an artistic nature on the premise. There was discussion regarding the types of events held at the gallery and the reasons the Class Y was not applied for previously. Commissioner Gavin made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Powell, to approve a Class Y liquor license for Side Street Studio Arts, NFP., d/b/a/ Side Street Studio Arts located at 15 Ziegler Court subject to the applicant providing the necessary documentation to the Clerk's Office. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Commissioners Dixon, Gavin, Powell, Rauschenberger, Shaw, Steffen, and Chairman Kaptain. Nays: None. Discussion Regarding Late Night Hours at Medusa's (209 E. Chicago Street) and the Afterset (158 Symphony Way) Corporation Counsel Cogley provided a review of the previous discussion regarding the late night hours at Medusa's and the Afterset. He provided information regarding police calls for service including details about the type and the time of the calls. Staff was recommending altering the municipal code to allow the locations holding, Class R and Class R-1 to remain open until 3:00 a.m. on Friday and Saturday. r Liquor Commission Meeting June 14, 2017 Page 2 elk There was discussion about solutions to decrease the calls for service including the use of banned lists and changes in security practices. Also discussed were the types of incidents at other liquor license establishments with similar hours. The commission stated to the owners of Afterset and Medusa's that it is their responsibility to maintain order to protect their customers. Commissioner Powell made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Gavin, to amend the hours of operation for both locations to Friday and Saturday until 4:00 a.m. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Commissioners Gavin, Powell, Rauschenberger, Shaw, and Chairman Kaptain. Nays: Commissioner Dixon and Steffen. Adjournment Commissioner Shaw made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Gavin, to adjourn the meeting. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Commissioners Dixon, Gay;n, Powell, Rauschenberger, Shaw, Steffen, and Chairman Kaptain. Nays: None. Meeting adjourned at 5:34 p.m. s/Kimberly Dewis July 12, 2017 Kimberly Dewis, Recording Secretary Date Approved r r r AGENDA ELGIN LIQUOR CONTROL COMMISSION MEETING Conference Room 208, South Wing Regular Meeting 4:30 p.m. July 12, 2017 A. Call to Order B. Roll Call C. Approval of Minutes—June 12, 2017 D. Public Hearing on consideration of Application by La Tremenda 2 LLC d/b/a La Tremenda 2 for a Class F-2 Liquor License located at 481 Bluff City Boulevard E. Consideration of Proposed Amendments to the City's Liquor Code Regarding the Sale of Single Servings of Alcoholic Beverages for Off Premises Consumption in the Center City Business District F. Public Hearing on consideration of Application by 2 South State Inc. d/b/a JJ Peppers Food Store for a Class B-5 Liquor License located at 10 South State Street G. Public Hearing on consideration of Application by Speakezy Liquors, Inc. d/b/a Nick's Liquors for a Class B Liquor License located at 71-77 Clock Tower Plaza South State Street H. Miscellaneous I. Adjournment r DRAFT ELGIN LIQUOR CONTROL COMMISSION MEETING July 12, 2017 The meeting was called to order by Chairman Kaptain at 4:30 p.m. in in Conference Room 208, South Wing of Elgin City Hall. Members present: Commissioners Dixon, Dunne (4:50 p.m.) Gavin, Shaw, Steffen and Chairman Kaptain. Absent: Commissioners Powell and Rauschenberger. Approval of Minutes Commissioner Gavin made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Martinez,to approve the minutes of the June 14, 2017, meeting. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Commissioners Dixon, Gavin, Shaw, Steffen, and Chairman Kaptain. Nays: None. Abstain: Commissioner Martinez. Public Hearing on consideration of Application by La Tremenda 2 LLC d/b/a La Tremenda 2 for a Class F-2 Liquor License located at 481 Bluff City Boulevard (" Corporation Counsel Cogley provided an overview of the application. He noted that the Class F-2 was for sale by a service bar in conjunction with a meal. The Class F-2 has a 90% gross food sales requirement and allowed for the service of beer, wine, and one other alcohol. The applicant stated that they could meet the food sales requirement and intended to only serve beer and wine. Commissioner Gavin made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Shaw, to approve a Class F-2 liquor license for La Tremenda 2 LLC d/b/a La Tremenda 2 for a Class F-2 Liquor License located at 481 Bluff City Boulevard subject to conditions. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Commissioners Dixon, Gavin, Martinez, Shaw, Steffen, and Chairman Kaptain. Nays: None. Consideration of Proposed Amendments to the City's Liquor Code Regarding the Sale of Single Servings of Alcoholic Beverages for Off Premises Consumption in the Center City Business District Corporation Counsel Cogley provided a review of the proposed ordinance regarding the sale of single serving containers in the Center City Business District. The ordinance also added to the existing list of prohibited beer and malt products. He summarized the geographic boundaries impacted and the size of containers. Mr. Cogley provided data regarding the number of open alcohol incidents in the Center City District. C Liquor Commission Meeting * July 12, 2017 • Page 2 There was discussion regarding the impact of proposed changes on businesses and alternatives to updating the list of prohibited products in Section 6.06.140 W of the Elgin Municipal Code. Commissioner Shaw made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Martinez, to concur with the recommendations to amend the Liquor Code regarding the sale of Single Servings of Alcoholic Beverages for off premises consumption in the Center City Business District. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Commissioners Dixon, Dunne, Gavin, Martinez, Shaw, Steffen, and Chairman Kaptain. Nays: None. Public Hearing on consideration of Application by 2 South State Inc. d/b/a JJ Peppers Food Store for a Class B-5 Liquor License located at 10 South State Street Corporation Counsel Cogley provided an overview of the application. He noted that JJ Peppers currently holds a Class B-1 liquor license. The Class B-5 liquor license would allow the applicant to have hard liquor as well as the beer and wine they currently sell, with restrictions. Staff was recommending denial of the Class B-5 liquor license application. If the commission should choose to approve the application it would be subject to the conditions outlined in the memo. Commissioner Dunne made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Dixon, to table the application r by 2 South State Inc. d/b/a JJ Peppers Food Store for a Class B-5 liquor license located at 10 South State Street. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Commissioners Dixon and Dunne. Nays: Gavin, Martinez, Shaw, Steffen, and Chairman Kaptain. Motion failed. There was discussion regarding the potential expansion of liquor sales in the downtown area and the impact. Commissioner Gavin made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Martinez, to deny the application by 2 South State Inc. d/b/a JJ Peppers Food Store for a Class B-5 liquor license located at 10 South State Street. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Commissioners Dixon, Dunne, Gavin, Martinez, Shaw, Steffen, and Chairman Kaptain. Nays: None. Public Hearing on consideration of Application by Speakezy Liquors, Inc. d/b/a Nick's Liquors for a Class B Liquor License located at 71-77 Clock Tower Plaza South State Street Corporation Counsel Cogley provided an overview of the application. The previous business at the location, also under the name of Nick's Liquors, had their license revoked for not filing or paying the alcoholic liquor taxes as required by the Municipal Code. Staff was recommending denial of the Class B liquor license application by Speakezy Liquors, Inc. If the commission should choose to approve the application it would be subject to the conditions outlined in the rk memo. Liquor Commission Meeting July 12, 2017 • Page 3 There was discussion regarding terms of the lease, check cashing policies, signage, the business's name and the location's customer base. Commissioner Gavin made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Martinez,to deny the application by Speakezy Liquors, Inc. d/b/a Nick's Liquors for a Class B liquor license located at 71-77 Clock Tower Plaza South State Street. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Commissioners Dixon, Dunne, Gavin, Martinez, Shaw, Steffen, and Chairman Kaptain. Nays: None. Adjournment Commissioner Dunne made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Martinez, to adjourn the meeting. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Commissioners Dixon, Dunne, Gavin, Martinez, Shaw, Steffen, and Chairman Kaptain. Nays: None. Meeting adjourned at 5:51 p.m. s/Kimberly Dewis August 9, 2017 Kimberly Dewis, Recording Secretary Date Approved C C r AGENDA ELGIN LIQUOR CONTROL COMMISSION MEETING Conference Room 208, South Wing Regular Meeting 4:30 p.m. August 9, 2017 A. Call to Order B. Roll Call C. Approval of Minutes—July 12, 2017 D. Public Hearing on consideration of a Class M Liquor License Application by Bushwood Lodge, LLC d/b/a Bushwood Lodge located at 2300 Bushwood Drive E. Public Hearing on consideration of a Class B-1 Liquor License Application by Elgin Convenience 1, Inc. d/b/a Elgin BP located at 1190 North McLean Boulevard r F. Miscellaneous G. Public Comment H. Adjournment r ELGIN LIQUOR CONTROL COMMISSION MEETING August 9,2017 The meeting was called to order by Chairman Kaptain at 4:30 p.m. in in Conference Room 208, South Wing of Elgin City Hall. Members present: Commissioners Dixon, Gavin, Martinez, Powell, Rauschenberger, Shaw, Steffen and Chairman Kaptain. Absent: Commissioner Dunne. Approval of Minutes Commissioner Gavin made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Martinez, to approve the minutes of the June 14, 2017, meeting. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Commissioners Dixon, Gavin, Shaw, Steffen, and Chairman Kaptain. Nays: None. Abstain: Commissioner Martinez. Public Hearing on consideration of Application by Bushwood Lodge LLC d/b/a Bushwood Lodge for a Class M Liquor License located at 2300 Bushwood Drive Corporation Counsel Cogley provided an overview of the application. Mr. Cogley noted that the Class M was allowed in the Grove Subdivision and allowed service hours until 3:00 a.m. The applicant described the business plan of the location. Mr. Steven Dattomo, owner. described the targeted clientele and the type of events for the location. Mr. Dattomo indicated he has been working with the Elgin Police Department to establish a security plan including cameras at various locations on the property. There was discussion regarding the size of the space, the security plan, special event permits, and types of entertainment. Commissioner Gavin made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Shaw, to approve a Class M liquor license for Bushwood Lodge LLC d/b/a Bushwood Lodge located at 2300 Bushwood Drive subject to conditions. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Commissioners Dixon, Gavin, Powell. Rauschenberger, Shaw, Steffen, and Chairman Kaptain. Nays: None. Public Hearing on consideration of Application by Elgin Convenience 1, Inc. d/b/a Elgin BP for a Class B-4 Liquor License located at 1190 North McLean Boulevard Corporation Counsel Cogley provided an overview of the application. Mr. Cogley noted that the Class B-4 allowed the sale of beer and wine limiting the floor space of the product at 10%. The applicant had to obtain a Conditional Use which had received final approval by the City Council on June 28, 2017. Mr. Cogley provided background on when the Liquor Commission began to consider liquor licenses applications for convenience stores and gas stations. Liquor Commission Meeting August 9, 2017 Page 2 Commissioner Dixon made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Powell, to table the application by Elgin Convenience 1, Inc. d/b/a Elgin BP for a Class B-4 Liquor License located at 1 190 North McLean Boulevard. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Commissioners Dixon, Powell, Rauschenberger, and Steffen. Nays: Gavin, Martinez, Shaw, and Chairman Kaptain. Motion failed. There was discussion regarding the potential expansion of liquor sales at gas stations and convenience stores and its impact on the neighborhood. Representatives of the adjoining shopping center stated their concerns about issuing another liquor license in the area. Commissioner Gavin made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Martinez, to approve the application, with conditions, by Elgin Convenience 1, Inc. d/b/a Elgin BP for a Class B-4 Liquor License located at 1190 North McLean Boulevard. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Commissioners Gavin, Martinez, Powell, Rauschenberger, Shaw, Steffen, and Chairman Kaptain. Nays: Commissioner Dixon. Adjournment Commissioner Dunne made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Martinez, to adjourn the meeting. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Commissioners Dixon, Dunne, Gavin, Martinez, Shaw. Steffen, and Chairman Kaptain. Nays: None. Meeting adjourned at 5:51 p.m. s/ Kimberly Dewis September 13, 2017 Kimberly Dewis, Recording Secretary Date Approved r AGENDA ELGIN LIQUOR CONTROL COMMISSION MEETING Conference Room 208, South Wing Regular Meeting 4:30 p.m. September 13, 2017 A. Call to Order B. Roll Call C. Approval of Minutes—August 9, 2017 D. Public Hearing on consideration of a Class B-4 Liquor License Application by Harij Corporation d/b/a Pops Pantry located at 1195 North McLean Boulevard E. Miscellaneous erik F. Public Comment G. Adjournment r C ELGIN LIQUOR CONTROL COMMISSION MEETING September 13,2017 The meeting was called to order by Chairman Kaptain at 4:30 p.m. in in Conference Room 208, South Wing of Elgin City Hall. Members present: Commissioners Dixon, Gavin, Martinez, Shaw, and Chairman Kaptain. Absent: Commissioner Dunne, Powell, Rauschenberger, and Steffen. Approval of Minutes Commissioner Gavin made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Martinez,to approve the minutes of the August 9, 2017, meeting. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Commissioners Dixon, Gavin, Martinez, Shaw, and Chairman Kaptain. Nays: None. Public Hearing on consideration of Application by Harii Corpration d/b/a Pops Pantry for a Class B-4 Liquor License located at 1195 North McLean Boulevard Corporation Counsel Cogley provided an overview of the application. Mr. Cogley noted that the Class B-4 allowed the sale of beer and wine limiting the floor space of the product at 10%. The applicant had to obtain a Conditional Use which had received final approval by the City Council on August 23, 2017. Staff recommended approval of the application subject to the conditions outlined in the memo. Commissioner Shaw made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Gavin, to approve the application, with conditions, by Harij Corpration d/b/a Pops Pantry for a Class B-4 Liquor License located at 1195 North McLean Boulevard. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Commissioners Gavin, Martinez, Shaw, and Chairman Kaptain. Nays: Commissioner Dixon. Public Comment Jill Hoppe, Liberty Liquors, 601 Copper Avenue, addressed the commission regarding the recent ordinance that added certain brands prohibited for sale in the city. The additional products of Black Max, Bud Ice, Ice House, Ice House Edge, Labatt Ice, Labatt Max Ice, Keystone Tall Boy, Natty Daddy, Three Estrellas, Genesee Ice, Cameo Black and Camo Silver Ice. She had concerns about the products listed and the time frame in which the products must be removed from the store. There was discussion regarding the impact the changes had on other businesses, the ability to return products to the distributors and when the ordinance went into effect. C Liquor Commission Meeting September 13, 2017 Page 2 r Commissioner Dixon made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Shaw,to allow a 30-day grace period for the sale of remaining stock of these 12 named products before the change is enforced. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Commissioners Dixon, Gavin, Martinez, 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: Yeas: Commissioners Dixon, Gavin, Martinez, Shaw, and Chairman Kaptain. Nays: None. Meeting adjourned at 4:51 p.m. s/ Kimberly Dewis November 1, 2017 Kimberly Dewis, Recording Secretary Date Approved r (Pik r ELGIN LIQUOR CONTROL COMMISSION NOTICE OF CANCELLATION OF MEETING NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the October 11, 2017, regularly scheduled meeting of the Liquor Control Commission is cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for November 1, 2017, at 4:30 p.m. DATED: October 6, 2017. CITY OF ELGIN r By Kimberly Dewis Liquor Commission Secretary r r AGENDA ELGIN LIQUOR CONTROL COMMISSION MEETING Conference Room 208, South Wing Regular Meeting 4:30 p.m. November 1, 2017 A. Call to Order B. Roll Call C. Approval of Minutes—September 13, 2017 D. Public Hearing on consideration of a Class E Liquor License Application and Exterior Sales Permit, TJs Bar and Grill LLC d/b/a TJs Bar and Grill located at 3145 Route 20 #207 E. Public Hearing on consideration of a Corkage Liquor License Application, Brushed Chicago Inc. d/b/a Brushed Chicago located at 15 Douglas Avenue F. Miscellaneous G. Public Comment H. Adjournment r r r ELGIN LIQUOR CONTROL COMMISSION MEETING November 1, 2017 The meeting was called to order by Chairman Kaptain at 4:35 p.m. in in Conference Room 208, South Wing of Elgin City Hall. Members present: Commissioners Dixon, Gavin, Martinez, Powell (4:37 p.m.), Rauschenberger(4:38 p.m.), Shaw, and Chairman Kaptain. Absent: Commissioners Dunne and Steffen. Approval of Minutes Commissioner Shaw made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Gavin,to approve the minutes of the September 13, 2017, meeting. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Commissioners Dixon, Gavin, Martinez, Shaw, and Chairman Kaptain. Nays: None. Public Hearing on consideration of a Class E Liquor License Application, TJs Bar and Grill LLC d/b/a TJs Bar and Grill located at 3145 Route 20 #207 rd Corporation Counsel Cogley provided an overview of the application. Mr. Cogley noted that the Class E was a restaurant license, for 150 seats requiring 50% food sales and 50% of the floor space for dining. Also being considered was an exterior sales permit. The exterior seats were included in the total of 150 seats. Staff recommended approval of the application subject to the conditions outlined in the memo. There was discussion regarding the seating calculations, the food sales requirements and estimated revenue from video gaming. Commissioner Gavin made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Martinez, to approve the application, with conditions, for a Class E liquor license by TJs Bar and Grill LLC d/b/a TJs Bar and Grill located at 3145 Route 20 #207. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Commissioners Dixon, Gavin, Martinez, Powell, Rauschenberger, Shaw, and Chairman Kaptain. Nays: None. Public Hearing Corkage Liquor License Application,Brushed Chicago Inc. d/b/a Brushed Chicago located at 15 Douglas Avenue Corporation Counsel Cogley provided an overview of the application. The license class allows a patron to bring in one bottle of wine to the establishment and it would be served in conjunction with a meal. Staff recommended approval of the application subject to the conditions outlined in the memo. r Liquor Commission Meeting . November 1, 2017 Page 2 There was discussion regarding the hours of operation and the possibility of allowing patrons to bring beer. Commissioner Shaw made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Gavin, to approve the application with conditions for a Corkage liquor license by Brushed Chicago Inc. d/b/a Brushed Chicago located at 15 Douglas Avenue. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Commissioners Dixon, Gavin, Martinez, Powell, Rauschenberger, Shaw, and Chairman Kaptain. Nays: None. Miscellaneous Corporation Counsel Cogley provided an update regarding the recent ordinance that added certain brands to the prohibited for sale in the city list. Adjournment Commissioner Powell made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Martinez, to adjourn the meeting. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Yeas: Commissioners Dixon, Gavin, Martinez, Powell, Rauschenberger, Shaw, and Chairman Kaptain. Nays: None. Meeting adjourned at 5:02 p.m. s/Kimberly Dewis December 6, 2017 Kimberly Dewis, Recording Secretary Date Approved C r AGENDA ELGIN LIQUOR CONTROL COMMISSION MEETING Conference Room 208, South Wing Regular Meeting 4:30 p.m. December 6, 2017 A. Call to Order B. Roll Call C. Approval of Minutes—November 1, 2017 D. Consideration of a Proposed Ordinance To Further Amend the Listing of Prohibited Named Low Cost/High Alcohol Content Beer and Malt Products E. Consideration of Proposed Ordinance to Amend the Regulations for a Corkage License to Add Beer as an Additional Authorized Beverage F. Consideration of the 2018 Meeting Schedule G. Miscellaneous H. Public Comment I. Adjournment r . r ELGIN LIQUOR CONTROL COMMISSION MEETING December 6, 2017 The meeting was called to order by Chairman Kaptain at 4:30 p.m. in in Conference Room 208, South Wing of Elgin City Hall. Members present: Commissioners Dixon, Gavin, Martinez, Rauschenberger(4:36 p.m.), Shaw, and Chairman Kaptain. Absent: Commissioners Dunne, Powell, and Steffen. Approval of Minutes Commissioner Dixon made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Martinez, to approve the minutes of the September 13, 2017, meeting with correction noted by Commissioner Gavin. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Commissioners Dixon, Gavin, Martinez, Shaw, and Chairman Kaptain. Nays: None. Consideration of a Proposed Ordinance to Further Amend the Listing of Prohibited Named Low Cost/High Alcohol Content Beer and Malt Products Corporation Counsel Cogley provided an overview of the proposed ordinance. The ordinance would amend the listing of prohibited named low cost/high alcohol content beer and malt products by deleting two products, Ice House and LaBatt Max Ice. There was discussion about how to maintain the prohibited list and the next steps needed to amend the listing. If approved by the Liquor Commission the ordinance would be placed on the City Council agenda for final approval. Commissioner Shaw made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Gavin, to approve the staff recommendation and amend the listing of prohibited named low cost/high alcohol content beer and malt products by deleting two products, Ice House and LaBatt Max Ice. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Commissioners Dixon, Gavin, Martinez, Shaw, and Chairman Kaptain. Nays: None. Consideration of Proposed Ordinance to Amend the Regulations for a Corkage License to Add Beer as an Additional Authorized Beverage Corporation Counsel Cogley provided an overview of the proposed changes to the corkage license. Currently,the license class allows a patron to bring in one bottle of wine to the establishment and it would be served in conjunction with a meal. This ordinance would add beer as an additional authorized beverage with restrictions on the quantity brought by a patron. If Liquor Commission Meeting December 6, 2017 Page 2 approved by the Liquor Commission the ordinance would be placed on the City Council agenda for final approval. Commissioner Shaw made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Gavin, to approve the staff recommendation and amend the corkage license to allow for beer as an additional beverage. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Commissioners Dixon, Gavin, Martinez, Shaw, and Chairman Kaptain. Nays: None. Consideration of the 2018 Meeting Schedule Corporation Counsel Cogley noted that this was a housekeeping item to ensure the commission was in compliance with the Open Meetings Act. Commissioner Shaw made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Martinez,to approve the 2018 Liquor Commission meeting schedule as presented. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Commissioners Dixon, Gavin, Martinez, Rauschenberger, Shaw, and Chairman Kaptain. Nays: None. Adjournment Commissioner Gavin made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Martinez, to adjourn the meeting. Upon a roll call vote: Yeas: Yeas: Commissioners Dixon, Gavin, Martinez, Rauschenberger, Shaw, and Chairman Kaptain. Nays: None. Meeting adjourned at 4:38 p.m. s/Kimberly Dewis January 10, 2018 Kimberly Dewis, Recording Secretary Date Approved r