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INTEROFFICE MEMORANDUM
Village of Mount Prospect
Mount Prospect, Illinois
TO: MAYOR IRVANA K. WILKS ANn BdARDOFTRLJSTEES
FROM: VILLAGE MANAGER
DATE: JUNE 15,2005
SUBJECT: SPICE RACK GOURMET KITCHEN SUITES
1776 WEST GOLF ROAD
REQUEST CREATION OF A CLASS K LIQUOR LICENSE
On Thursday, June 2, 2005, the Village Manager met with Mr. Robert Thomas, principal
owner of Spice Rack Gourmet Kitchen Suites, Inc., to discuss his request for a Class K
Liquor License. The Class K designation provides for the sale of alcoholic beverages in
conjunction with a self-service kitchen facility. The Class K classification was recently
created to accommodate this type of operation.
Mr. Thomas explained a unique concept that would provide gourmet self-service kitchen
facilities along with dinner seating that could be rented by individuals or businesses for
the purpose of entertaining family guests or clients in an informal setting. Actual
cooking services could be provided by the renter, a caterer or contracted chef. The
kitchen would provide an ala carte menu of services including liquor sales, wait staff and
set-up/clean-up services. Liquor would only be dispensed in conjunction with a full meal
and be limited to only invited guests - no walk-in traffic would be allowed. All liquor
servers would be Basset trained.
The Village Manager discussed with Mr. Thomas the Village's particular sensitivities to
the sale of alcohol to minors and over service to intoxicated persons. The Manager also
discussed the Village's Fight Ordinance requirements. Mr. Thomas indicated he
understood the requirements of the Village and would ensure that all those employed at
the establishment were aware of same. The petitioner has submitted an application
along with fees and most documentation with the required background check.
Should the Board consider the request favorably, an Ordinance would need to be
adopted creating a Class K Liquor License. Assuming approval, the License would be
issued once remaining documentation has been received.
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ORDINANCE NO.
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 13 OF THE
VILLAGE CODE OF MOUNT PROSPECT
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE PRESIDENT AND BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE VILLAGE OF MOUNT
PROSPECT, COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS:
SECTION ONE: That in accordance with Subsection A of Section 13.108 of Chapter 13 of the Village Code of
Mount Prospect, as amended, the Corporate Authorities shall determine the number of Liquor Licenses
available in each Classification and shall establish a list specifying the number of Liquor Licenses authorized.
Said list is hereby amended by increasing the number of Class K Liquor Licenses by One (1) Spice Rack
Gourmet Kitchen Suites, 1776 West Golf Road. Said list is as follows:
Zero (0)
Two (2)
Ten (10)
One (1)
One (1 )
One (1)
Zero (0)
One (1)
Zero (0)
Zero (0)
Two (2)
Eighteen (18)
Sixteen (16)
One (1)
One (1)
Seven (7)
Zero (0)
Class A License
Class B Licenses
Class C Licenses
Class D License
Class E License
Class G License
Class H License
Class K License
Class M License
Class MH License
Class P Licenses
Class R Licenses
Class S Licenses
Class T License
Class V License
Class W Licenses
Class XX License (with conditions as
attached to License)
SECTION TWO: That this Ordinance shall be in full force and effect from and after its passage, approval and
publication in pamphlet form in the manner provided by law.
AYES:
NAYS:
ABSENT:
PASSED and APPROVED this
day of
,2005.
Village President
ATTEST:
Village Clerk
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Class Establishment Number
A 0
B Famous Freddie's; Ye aide Town Inn 2
C Balzano Liquors; Costco; Dominick's (83 & Golf);
Dominick's (Mt. Prospect Plaza); Fiesta Market~
Gold Eagle Liquors; Jay Liquors;
Mt. Prospect Liquors; Osco Drugs; RV Liquors 10
D Prospect Moose Lodge 1
E Bristol Court Banquet Hall 1
G Mt. Prospect Park District-Golf Course 1
H 0
K Spice Rack Gourmet Kitchen Suites 1
M 0
MH 0
P Aldi; CVS Pharmacy 2
R Artemis; Chungkiwa Restaurant; Cuisine of India; Fellini;
Ghet Myeul; Giordano's; Han River;
House of Szechwan; Izakaya Sankyu; Little America;
Mt. Prospect Park District; New Pusan Restaurant;
Nina Restaurant; Rufini's; Sakura;
Taqueria Fiesta; Torishin; Tuccio's Fresh Italian Kitchen 18
S Applebee's; Buffalo Wild Wings Grill and Bar; EI Sombrero;
Jake's Pizza; Jameson's Charhouse; Kampai; The Loft;
Michael's Steaks & Seafood; Mrs. P & Me; New Shin Jung;
Old Orchard Country Club Restaurant; Pap's Grill & Bar;
Retro Bistro; Rokudenashi; Sam's Place; Vita Mia 16
T Brunswick Zone
V Around the Corner Market 1
W Avanti Cafe and Sandwich Bar; Frankie's Fast Food;
Mr. Beef & Pizza; Pad Thai Restaurant; Photo's Hot Dogs;
Rosati's Pizza; Taqueria Los Arcos 7
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Village of l\lount Prospect
Mount Prospect, Illinois
TO: MAYOR IRVANAK. WILKS AND BOARD OF TRUSTEES
FROM: VILLAGE MANAGER
DATE: JUNE 15,2005
SUBJECT: CHANGE OF OWNERSHIP REQUEST
VITA MIA ITALIAN RESTAURANT
1724 WEST GOLF ROAD
On Tuesday, June 7, 2005, the Village Manager met with Salvatore and Francesca
Rinella regarding their request to continue operation of Vita Mia Italian Restaurant under
the existing Class S Liquor License. The Class S designation provides for full service
alcohol at a restaurant with a separate lounge facility. Vita Mia is currently operating
through the current License holder and the sale of the restaurant business is contingent
upon Village Board approval of a change in ownership of the existing Liquor License.
Mr. Rinella indicates he will serve as the full-time Manager of the establishment, while
his wife, Francesca, will handle the books. Sebastiano Alfano, a shareholder in the
corporation and Mount Prospect resident, will be the head chef. Mr. Rinella indicates he
anticipates the existing wait and support staff will remain with the restaurant. Mr.
Rinella indicated that no renovations are planned and the same Italian menu will be
utilized along with the introduction of "Chef's specials." Lunch and dinner will be served
Monday through Saturday. Sundays are closed except for private parties. Mr. Rinella
previously operated a deli in Bensenville. The deli operation did not include the sale of
alcohol.
The Village Manager discussed at length with Mr. and Mrs. Rinella the Village's
particular sensitivity to the sale of alcohol to minors as well as over service to
intoxicated persons. The Manager also discussed the Village's Fight Ordinance
requirements. Mr. Rinella indicated he understood the requirements of the Village and
would ensure that all those employed at the establishments were aware of same. The
petitioner has submitted an application along with fees and most documentation along
with the required background check.
Since the Rinellas have no previous experience with the sale and dispensing of alcohol,
the Village Manager recommends that Mr. Rinella complete a certified liquor servers'
course as a requirement for approving the change in ownership.
Should the Village Board consider the request favorably, a Motion to approve the
change of ownership would be in order. Assuming approval, the License would be
issued once remaining documentation has been received.
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