Village of Palatine Liquor Commission Met July 12.
Here is the minutes provided by the commission:
I. ROLL CALL – Time: 7:44 PM
| Attendee Name | Title | Status | Arrived |
| Jim Schwantz | Commissioner | Present | |
| Tim Millar | Commissioner | Present | |
| Scott Lamerand | Commissioner | Present | |
| Doug Myslinski | Commissioner | Present | |
| Greg Solberg | Commissioner | Present | |
| Kollin Kozlowski | Commissioner | Present | |
| Brad Helms | Commissioner | Present |
Village Clerk Marg Duer, Village Manager Reid Ottesen, Village Attorney Patrick Brankin, Director of Planning & Zoning Ben Vyverberg, Director of Public Works Matt Barry, Fire Chief Patrick Gratzianna, IT Director Larry Schroth, Director of Finance Paul Mehring, Director of Human Resources Pam Jackson and Deputy Police Chief Bill Nord
II. MINUTES APPROVAL
1. Palatine Liquor Commission - Regular Meeting - June 21, 2021 - Accepted
| RESULT: ACCEPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Doug Myslinski, Commissioner SECONDER: Scott Lamerand, Commissioner AYES: Schwantz, Millar, Lamerand, Myslinski, Solberg, Kozlowski, Helms |
1. Consider an Application for a Class D (Restaurant) Liquor License for JL's Pizza & Sports Bar at 19 N. Bothwell Street - Approved by Voice Vote
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Minutes July 12, 2021
| RESULT: APPROVED BY VOICE VOTE [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Brad Helms, Commissioner SECONDER: Kollin Kozlowski, Commissioner AYES: Schwantz, Millar, Lamerand, Myslinski, Solberg, Kozlowski, Helms |
| RESULT: APPROVED BY VOICE VOTE [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Kollin Kozlowski, Commissioner SECONDER: Greg Solberg, Commissioner AYES: Schwantz, Millar, Lamerand, Myslinski, Solberg, Kozlowski, Helms |
The Palatine Jaycees organizers of the Fall Back Brew Fest addressed the Council.
| RESULT: APPROVED BY VOICE VOTE [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Brad Helms, Commissioner SECONDER: Doug Myslinski, Commissioner AYES: Schwantz, Millar, Lamerand, Myslinski, Solberg, Kozlowski, Helms |
| RESULT: APPROVED BY VOICE VOTE [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Kollin Kozlowski, Commissioner SECONDER: Tim Millar, Commissioner AYES: Schwantz, Millar, Lamerand, Myslinski, Solberg, Kozlowski, Helms |
Motion to Adjourn - Motion Carried by Voice Vote
| RESULT: MOTION CARRIED BY VOICE VOTE [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Brad Helms, Commissioner SECONDER: Scott Lamerand, Commissioner AYES: Schwantz, Millar, Lamerand, Myslinski, Solberg, Kozlowski, Helms |
I. ROLL CALL – Time: 7:54 PM
| Attendee Name | Title | Status | Arrived |
| Jim Schwantz | Commissioner | Present | |
| Tim Millar | Commissioner | Present | |
| Scott Lamerand | Commissioner | Absent | |
| Doug Myslinski | Commissioner | Present | |
| Greg Solberg | Commissioner | Present | |
| Kollin Kozlowski | Commissioner | Present | |
| Brad Helms | Commissioner | Present |
Village Manager Reid Ottesen, Deputy Village Manager Mike Jacobs, Village Attorney Nick Standiford, Director of Planning & Zoning Ben Vyverberg, Director of Public Works Matt Barry, Fire Chief Patrick Gratzianna, Director of Finance Paul Mehring, Director of Human Resources Pam Jackson, Police Chief Dave Daigle and Deputy Village Clerk Doris Sadik
II. MINUTES APPROVAL
1. Palatine Liquor Commission - Regular Meeting - June 7, 2021 - Accepted
| RESULT: ACCEPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Doug Myslinski, Commissioner SECONDER: Greg Solberg, Commissioner AYES: Schwantz, Millar, Myslinski, Solberg, Kozlowski, Helms ABSENT: Lamerand |
1. Consider an Application for a Class D (Restaurant) Liquor License for Bendita Cocina at 16 S. Bothwell Street - Approved by Voice Vote
Village Manager Reid Ottesen explained the request is consistent with the previous issued license.
| RESULT: APPROVED BY VOICE VOTE [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Brad Helms, Commissioner SECONDER: Doug Myslinski, Commissioner AYES: Schwantz, Millar, Myslinski, Solberg, Kozlowski, Helms ABSENT: Lamerand |
Mayor Schwantz expressed appreciation for all the work in making the Octoberfest Celebration possible.
| RESULT: APPROVED BY VOICE VOTE [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Brad Helms, Commissioner SECONDER: Kollin Kozlowski, Commissioner AYES: Schwantz, Millar, Myslinski, Solberg, Kozlowski, Helms ABSENT: Lamerand |
Motion to Adjourn the Liquor Commission - Motion Carried by Voice Vote
| RESULT: MOTION CARRIED BY VOICE VOTE [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Brad Helms, Commissioner SECONDER: Kollin Kozlowski, Commissioner AYES: Schwantz, Millar, Myslinski, Solberg, Kozlowski, Helms ABSENT: Lamerand |
BACKGROUND: On this evening's agenda is a request for an increase in the number of Class D (Restaurant) and a decrease in the number of D-1 (Restaurant with Extended Hours) liquor licenses for JL's Pizza & Sports Bar. Permitted hours of operation for a Class D liquor license are Sunday - Thursday 6 AM to Midnight and Friday & Saturday 6 AM to 1 AM.
KEY ISSUES: There are no changes to the operation of the restaurant. ALTERNATIVES:
1. Approve the Class D liquor license.
2. Do not approve the Class D liquor license.
RECOMMENDATION: Action is at the discretion of the Commission
BUDGET IMPACT: $3,742 Annual Fee for a Class D liquor license.
ACTION REQUIRED: Action is at the discretion of the Commission.
∙ Letter Requesting Class D Liquor License
| RESULT: APPROVED BY VOICE VOTE [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Brad Helms, Commissioner SECONDER: Kollin Kozlowski, Commissioner AYES: Schwantz, Millar, Lamerand, Myslinski, Solberg, Kozlowski, Helms |
BACKGROUND: On this evening's agenda is a request for a Special Use for Hot Pockets Sports Bar located at 365 W. Northwest Highway. The Petitioner wishes to apply for a Class D (Restaurant) Liquor License. Permitted hours of operation for a Class D liquor license are Sunday - Thursday 6 AM to Midnight and Friday & Saturday 6 AM to 1 AM.
KEY ISSUES: A copy of the application and business plan are on file in the Village Manager's office.
ALTERNATIVES:
1. Approve the Class D liquor license.
2. Do not approve the Class D liquor license.
RECOMMENDATION: Action is at the discretion of the Commission
BUDGET IMPACT: $3,742 Annual Fee for a Class D liquor license.
ACTION REQUIRED: Action is at the discretion of the Commission.
∙ Hot Pockets Request for Class D Liquor
| RESULT: APPROVED BY VOICE VOTE [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Kollin Kozlowski, Commissioner SECONDER: Greg Solberg, Commissioner AYES: Schwantz, Millar, Lamerand, Myslinski, Solberg, Kozlowski, Helms |
BACKGROUND: The Palatine Jaycees are requesting a temporary liquor license for their 4th annual Fall Back Brew Fest, to be held on Saturday, October 2, 2021 (from Noon - 5 PM). The fest will be held at 340 E. Palatine Road in the Family Aquatic Center parking lot and will feature music and food selection from food trucks. A diagram of the serving area is attached. The proposed use and event hours are consistent with what was approved by the Palatine Park District at their April 13, 2021 Board Meeting.
KEY ISSUES: The beer tasting festival will offer an opportunity to sample from over 150 brews from different local and national breweries while supporting a local organization. Twenty tickets will be provided for regular admission, while 25 tickets will be provided to those with VIP admission. Each ticket is good for a 3 oz beer tasting. There will be no additional beer sales beyond the samples that come with admission. A condition of approval is that all individuals handling alcohol must be BASSET certified or have completed the liquor ID training. A representative from the Jaycees will be available for questions. This event was last held in 2019 with no incidents.
ALTERNATIVES:
1. Approve request.
2. Refer back to Staff.
RECOMMENDATION:
At the discretion of the Commission.
ACTION REQUIRED:
At the discretion of the Commission.
| RESULT: APPROVED BY VOICE VOTE [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Brad Helms, Commissioner SECONDER: Doug Myslinski, Commissioner AYES: Schwantz, Millar, Lamerand, Myslinski, Solberg, Kozlowski, Helms |
Consider a Motion Acknowledging a Transfer of Ownership for Bendita Cocina LLC at 16 S. Bothwell Street
BACKGROUND: On June 21, 2021 the Liquor Commission issued a Class D Liquor License to Benita Cocina at 16 S. Bothwell Street with Susana Brizuela owning 70% interest and Carlos Flores owning 30% interest. Since this date, a change in ownership has occurred with Susana Brizuela transferring her interest to Carlos Flores.
KEY ISSUES:
∙ Susana Brizuela transferred her 70% interest to Carlos Flores, who now has 100% ownership.
∙ An amendment to the Operating Agreement was submitted and is on file in the Village Manager’s office.
∙ There is no change in the operation of the restaurant.
ACTION REQUIRED: Action is at the discretion of the Commission.
| RESULT: APPROVED BY VOICE VOTE [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Kollin Kozlowski, Commissioner SECONDER: Tim Millar, Commissioner AYES: Schwantz, Millar, Lamerand, Myslinski, Solberg, Kozlowski, Helms |
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