Liquor Commission

The Liquor Commission consists of seven members appointed by the Local Liquor Commissioner (Mayor) with confirmation by the Village Council. The chairman is designated by the Local Liquor Commissioner for the purpose of presiding over meetings conducted at the direction of the Local Liquor Commissioner. 

The Liquor Commission shall have and exercise the following powers and duties:

  • Upon referral of applications for liquor licenses by the Local Liquor Commissioner, to review applications and the investigation of applicants for liquor licenses, and to submit findings and recommendations to the Local Liquor Commissioner setting forth its conclusions respecting such applications.
  • To conduct disciplinary hearings at the request of the Local Liquor Commissioner and to submit findings and recommendations to the Local Liquor Commissioner setting forth its conclusions respecting the existence and nature of any violation of this Chapter.
  • To keep written records of its meetings and proceedings which shall be open for public inspection during regular business hours at Village offices provided that such public records shall not include matters concerning the applicants or licensees which would result in an invasion of privacy.
  • To assist the Local Liquor Commissioner in the performance of the powers and duties as requested by the Local Liquor Commissioner or Village Council.
  • At the Local Liquor Commissioner's request, to review recommended revisions to this ordinance. Said reviews and recommendations shall be advisory only and shall not prevent the Local Liquor Commissioner and the Village Council from taking whatever action he/she deems appropriate or necessary.

Members

  • 7 members

Terms

  • Members serve for 3 years; terms are staggered.
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