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TO: Mayor Richard C. Irvin
FROM: Jennifer Stallings, City Clerk
DATE: October 15, 2024
SUBJECT:
Requesting approval of amendments to Chapter 6 of the Code of Ordinances, specifically Chapter 6-2 Definitions, and to repeal Resolution R21-251 to comply with Illinois Liquor Control Commission (ILCC) Rules.
PURPOSE:
The City's liquor ordinance currently contains an on-site license type, "Complimentary Alcohol Service." The title needs to be changed as not to imply that alcohol can be given away for free at a business with that license type. The ILCC is the governing body that regulates the manufacture, distribution, and retail sale of alcoholic beverages in Illinois as authorized by Illinois law. The ILCC Rules do not permit businesses to give away alcoholic liquor to customers.
BACKGROUND:
Chapter 6 of the Code of Ordinances provides for a liquor license entitled, "Complimentary Alcohol Service." The intent of this license is to allow patrons to consume a limited amount of alcohol in conjunction with the purchase of goods or services. Unfortunately, the addition of the word "Complimentary" in the title of the license is misleading and should be replaced to avoid any confusion by the businesses, consumers, or the ILCC. The ILCC Rules do not permit any person, licensed or unlicensed, to give away alcoholic liquor for a commercial purpose. The use of the word "Complimentary" is not allowed by the ILCC to be used in advertisements promoting alcoholic liquor.
DISCUSSION:
To achieve the original goal of this liquor license type and to comply with the ILCC Rules, proposed language is that alcohol served for consumption on site is included with the cost of the service, and not "Complimentary." With a change in the title of the license type, the fee resolution will need to be repealed.
IMPACT STATEMENT:
This change will enable the City to issue liquor licenses that allow licensees to comply with the ILCC Rules while allowing them to expand their businesse...
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