Liquor Commission
Regular MeetingPalatine, IL · May 12, 2025
Minutes
VILLAGE OF PALATINE
VILLAGE HALL - COUNCIL CHAMBERS
200 E. WOOD STREET
PALATINE, IL 60067-5339 – (847) 359-9050
http://www.palatine.il.us
PALATINE LIQUOR COMMISSION
MINUTES
MAY 12, 2025
Regular Meeting 7:05 PM
I. ROLL CALL: TIME: 8:42 PM
Attendee Name Title Status Arrived
Jim Schwantz Commissioner Present
Greg Langer Commissioner Present
Scott Lamerand Commissioner Present
Doug Myslinski Commissioner Present
Joe Falkenberg Commissioner Present
Kollin Kozlowski Commissioner Present
Brad Helms Commissioner Present
Also Present:
Village Clerk Maureen Pasqualucci, Village Manager Reid Ottesen, Deputy Village
Manager Hadley Skeffington-Vos, Village Attorney Patrick Brankin, Director of
Community Development Mike Jacobs, Director of Planning & Zoning Ben Vyverberg,
Director of Public Works Matt Barry, Police Chief William Nord, Fire Chief Patrick
Gratzianna, IT Director Larry Schroth, Director of Finance Andrew Brown, Director of
Human Resources Monika Pandya, and Deputy Clerk Kristin La Russo
II. MINUTES APPROVAL
1. Palatine Liquor Commission - Regular Meeting - April 14, 2025 - Accepted
RESULT: ACCEPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Doug Myslinski, Commissioner
SECONDER: Scott Lamerand, Commissioner
AYES: Schwantz, Langer, Lamerand, Myslinski, Falkenberg, Kozlowski, Helms
III. AGENDA ITEMS
1. Consider an Application for a Class G Restaurant (Beer & Wine) Liquor License
for Sushi+Thai by Sensei Located at 309 E. Northwest Hwy - Approved by
Voice Vote
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RESULT: APPROVED BY VOICE VOTE [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Doug Myslinski, Commissioner
SECONDER: Kollin Kozlowski, Commissioner
AYES: Schwantz, Langer, Lamerand, Myslinski, Falkenberg, Kozlowski, Helms
2. Consider a Request for a Class E (Temporary) Liquor License for the Rotary
Club of Palatine's 'Oktoberfest' Celebration on September 19 - 21, 2025 -
Approved by Voice Vote
RESULT: APPROVED BY VOICE VOTE [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Brad Helms, Commissioner
SECONDER: Joe Falkenberg, Commissioner
AYES: Schwantz, Langer, Lamerand, Myslinski, Falkenberg, Kozlowski, Helms
3. Consider an Application for a Class B-1 Liquor License for Addison Fresh
Market, Inc. dba Jimenez International at 2070 N. Rand Road - Approved by
Voice Vote
RESULT: APPROVED BY VOICE VOTE [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Doug Myslinski, Commissioner
SECONDER: Scott Lamerand, Commissioner
AYES: Schwantz, Langer, Lamerand, Myslinski, Falkenberg, Kozlowski, Helms
IV. ADJOURNMENT: TIME: 8:44 PM
1. Motion to Adjourn the Liquor Commission - Motion Carried by Voice Vote
RESULT: MOTION CARRIED BY VOICE VOTE [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Brad Helms, Commissioner
SECONDER: Joe Falkenberg, Commissioner
AYES: Schwantz, Langer, Lamerand, Myslinski, Falkenberg, Kozlowski, Helms
SUBMITTED BY:
Maureen Pasqualucci
Village Clerk
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VILLAGE OF PALATINE
VILLAGE HALL - COUNCIL CHAMBERS
200 E. WOOD STREET
PALATINE, IL 60067-5339 – (847) 359-9050
http://www.palatine.il.us
PALATINE LIQUOR COMMISSION
MINUTES
APRIL 14, 2025
Regular Meeting 7:05 PM
I. ROLL CALL – TIME: 8:18 PM
Minutes Acceptance: Minutes of Apr 14, 2025 7:05 PM (Minutes Approval)
Attendee Name Title Status Arrived
Jim Schwantz Commissioner Present
Tim Millar Commissioner Present
Scott Lamerand Commissioner Present
Doug Myslinski Commissioner Present
Joe Falkenberg Commissioner Present
Kollin Kozlowski Commissioner Present
Brad Helms Commissioner Present
Also Present:
Village Clerk Marg Duer, Village Manager Reid Ottesen, Deputy Village Manager
Hadley Skeffington-Vos, Village Attorney Patrick Brankin, Director of Community
Development Mike Jacobs, Director of Planning & Zoning Ben Vyverberg, Director of
Public Works Matt Barry, Police Chief William Nord, Fire Chief Patrick Gratzianna, IT
Director Larry Schroth, Director of Finance Andrew Brown, Director of Human
Resources Monika Pandya, and Deputy Village Clerk Kristin La Russo
II. MINUTES APPROVAL
1. Palatine Liquor Commission - Regular Meeting - March 10, 2025 - Accepted
RESULT: ACCEPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Doug Myslinski, Commissioner
SECONDER: Joe Falkenberg, Commissioner
AYES: Schwantz, Millar, Lamerand, Myslinski, Falkenberg, Kozlowski, Helms
III. AGENDA ITEMS
1. Consider a Motion Granting a Class E (Temporary) Liquor License for the St.
Nectarios Greek Orthodox Church Annual 'GreekFest' to be Held on June 20 -
22, 2025 at 133 S. Roselle Road - Approved by Voice Vote
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RESULT: APPROVED BY VOICE VOTE [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Tim Millar, Commissioner
SECONDER: Kollin Kozlowski, Commissioner
AYES: Schwantz, Millar, Lamerand, Myslinski, Falkenberg, Kozlowski, Helms
2. Consider an Application for a Class G-1 Restaurant (Seasonal Beer & Wine)
Liquor License for Morkes Chocolates Located at 1890 N. Rand Road -
Approved by Voice Vote
RESULT: APPROVED BY VOICE VOTE [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Joe Falkenberg, Commissioner
Minutes Acceptance: Minutes of Apr 14, 2025 7:05 PM (Minutes Approval)
SECONDER: Kollin Kozlowski, Commissioner
AYES: Schwantz, Millar, Lamerand, Myslinski, Falkenberg, Kozlowski, Helms
IV. ADJOURNMENT - TIME: 8:20 PM
1. Motion to Adjourn the Liquor Commission - Motion Carried by Voice Vote
RESULT: MOTION CARRIED BY VOICE VOTE [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Brad Helms, Commissioner
SECONDER: Tim Millar, Commissioner
AYES: Schwantz, Millar, Lamerand, Myslinski, Falkenberg, Kozlowski, Helms
SUBMITTED BY:
Margaret R. Duer
Village Clerk
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3.1
Consider an Application for a Class G Restaurant (Beer &
Wine) Liquor License for Sushi+Thai by Sensei Located at
309 E. Northwest Hwy
BACKGROUND:
On this evening's agenda is a request for an increase in the number of Class G
Restaurant (Beer & Wine) Liquor Licenses for Sushi+Thai by Sensei located at 309 E.
Northwest Highway. The permitted hours for a Class G Liquor License are Sunday
through Thursday 6 AM - Midnight and Friday & Saturday 6 AM - 1 AM.
KEY ISSUES:
A copy of the application is on file in the Village Manager's Office. The Petitioner will be
present Monday evening to answer any questions of the Commission.
ALTERNATIVES:
1. Approve the Class G liquor license.
2. Do not approve the Class G liquor license.
BUDGET IMPACT:
$2,675 Annual Fee for a Class G Liquor License.
RECOMMENDATION:
Action is at the discretion of the Commission.
ACTION REQUIRED:
Action is at the discretion of the Commission.
ATTACHMENTS:
• Business Plan
• Floor Plan
• Menu
RESULT: APPROVED BY VOICE VOTE [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Doug Myslinski, Commissioner
SECONDER: Kollin Kozlowski, Commissioner
AYES: Schwantz, Lamerand, Myslinski, Falkenberg, Kozlowski, Helms
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Attachment: Business Plan (309 E. Northwest Hwy - Class G Liquor App. - Sushi+Thai by Sensei)
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Attachment: Business Plan (309 E. Northwest Hwy - Class G Liquor App. - Sushi+Thai by Sensei)
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Attachment: Business Plan (309 E. Northwest Hwy - Class G Liquor App. - Sushi+Thai by Sensei)
3.1.b
Packet Pg. 9
Attachment: Floor Plan (309 E. Northwest Hwy - Class G Liquor App. - Sushi+Thai by Sensei)
3.1.c
Packet Pg. 10
Attachment: Menu (309 E. Northwest Hwy - Class G Liquor App. - Sushi+Thai by Sensei)
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Attachment: Menu (309 E. Northwest Hwy - Class G Liquor App. - Sushi+Thai by Sensei)
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Attachment: Menu (309 E. Northwest Hwy - Class G Liquor App. - Sushi+Thai by Sensei)
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Packet Pg. 13
Attachment: Menu (309 E. Northwest Hwy - Class G Liquor App. - Sushi+Thai by Sensei)
3.2
Consider a Request for a Class E (Temporary) Liquor License
for the Rotary Club of Palatine's 'Oktoberfest' Celebration on
September 19 - 21, 2025
BACKGROUND:
The Rotary Club of Palatine wishes to hold their annual Oktoberfest Celebration on
September 19 - 21 (Friday - Sunday).
KEY ISSUES:
The Rotary Club of Palatine is requesting a temporary liquor license for the sale of
alcoholic beverages (beer and wine) at this event.
The hours will be:
• Friday, September 19: 5 p.m. to 12 a.m.
• Saturday, September 20: 12 p.m. to 12 a.m.
• Sunday, September 21: 12 p.m. to 6 p.m.
The proposed hours are consistent with previous year.
ALTERNATIVES:
1. Approve the request.
2. Recommend different hours.
RECOMMENDATION:
Action is at the discretion of the Commission.
ACTION REQUIRED:
Action is at the discretion of the Commission.
ATTACHMENTS:
• Oktoberfest Application
• Oktoberfest New Site Plan for 2025
RESULT: APPROVED BY VOICE VOTE [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Brad Helms, Commissioner
SECONDER: Joe Falkenberg, Commissioner
AYES: Schwantz, Lamerand, Myslinski, Falkenberg, Kozlowski, Helms
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3.2.a
Packet Pg. 15
Attachment: Oktoberfest Application (Oktoberfest 2025 - Liquor License)
3.2.b
ROTARY CLUB OF PALATINE
OKTOBERFEST SITE LAYOUT
SEPTEMBER 19-21, 2025
PARKING LOTS J, K, L
W WILSON ST
Water
Attachment: Oktoberfest New Site Plan for 2025 (Oktoberfest 2025 - Liquor License)
w
8 Rest w
8 Rest
Dumpster
Light w
Tower
w Rest
Room
Dumpster Ice
w
Generator Food Vendors 10x80
N SMITH ST Food Vendors 10x40 N GREELEY ST
Tickets/Raffle
Wristbands
20x40
Rest
Room
HQ
Rest
Room
Band 20x20
10x10
Main Tent Beer/Wine Truck
Sound
10x20
30x60 30x60
Keep Clear for
Stage Truck Access
W SLADE ST
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3.3
Consider an Application for a Class B-1 Liquor License for
Addison Fresh Market, Inc. dba Jimenez International at 2070
N. Rand Road
BACKGROUND:
Addison Fresh Market, Inc. acquired the Butera Fruit Market located at 2070 N. Rand
Road in March of 2025. On this evening's Village Council agenda is a request for a
Minor Amendment to the Planned Use Development for this property. The Petitioner
wishes to apply for a Class B-1 (Grocery Store with Liquor) liquor license. The Village
has an available Class B-1 license due to the 100% ownership change of this store. The
permitted hours for a Class B-1 Liquor License are 6 AM - midnight daily Sunday
through Saturday.
KEY ISSUES:
A copy of the application and business plan are on file in the Village Manager's office.
ALTERNATIVES:
1. Approve the Class B-1 liquor license.
2. Do not approve the Class B-1 liquor license.
RECOMMENDATION:
Action is at the discretion of the Commission.
BUDGET IMPACT:
$4,097 Annual Fee for a Class B-1 liquor license.
ACTION REQUIRED:
Action is at the discretion of the Commission.
ATTACHMENTS:
• Business Plan
• Floor Plan
RESULT: APPROVED BY VOICE VOTE [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Doug Myslinski, Commissioner
SECONDER: Scott Lamerand, Commissioner
AYES: Schwantz, Lamerand, Myslinski, Falkenberg, Kozlowski, Helms
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3.3.a
Packet Pg. 18
Attachment: Business Plan (2070 N. Rand Rd - Class B-1 Liquor App. - Jimenez International)
3.3.b
Packet Pg. 19
Attachment: Floor Plan (2070 N. Rand Rd - Class B-1 Liquor App. - Jimenez International)
Agenda
VILLAGE OF PALATINE
VILLAGE HALL - COUNCIL CHAMBERS
200 E. WOOD STREET
PALATINE, IL 60067-5339 – (847) 359-9050
http://www.palatine.il.us
PALATINE LIQUOR COMMISSION
AGENDA
MAY 12, 2025
Regular Meeting 7:05 PM
I. ROLL CALL
II. MINUTES APPROVAL
1. Palatine Liquor Commission - Regular Meeting - April 14, 2025
III. AGENDA ITEMS
1. Consider an Application for a Class G Restaurant (Beer & Wine) Liquor License
for Sushi+Thai by Sensei Located at 309 E. Northwest Hwy
2. Consider a Request for a Class E (Temporary) Liquor License for the Rotary
Club of Palatine's 'Oktoberfest' Celebration on September 19 - 21, 2025
3. Consider an Application for a Class B-1 Liquor License for Addison Fresh
Market, Inc. dba Jimenez International at 2070 N. Rand Road
IV. ADJOURNMENT
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VILLAGE OF PALATINE
VILLAGE HALL - COUNCIL CHAMBERS
200 E. WOOD STREET
PALATINE, IL 60067-5339 – (847) 359-9050
http://www.palatine.il.us
PALATINE LIQUOR COMMISSION
MINUTES
APRIL 14, 2025
Regular Meeting 7:05 PM
I. ROLL CALL – TIME: 8:18 PM
Minutes Acceptance: Minutes of Apr 14, 2025 7:05 PM (Minutes Approval)
Attendee Name Title Status Arrived
Jim Schwantz Commissioner Present
Tim Millar Commissioner Present
Scott Lamerand Commissioner Present
Doug Myslinski Commissioner Present
Joe Falkenberg Commissioner Present
Kollin Kozlowski Commissioner Present
Brad Helms Commissioner Present
Also Present:
Village Clerk Marg Duer, Village Manager Reid Ottesen, Deputy Village Manager
Hadley Skeffington-Vos, Village Attorney Patrick Brankin, Director of Community
Development Mike Jacobs, Director of Planning & Zoning Ben Vyverberg, Director of
Public Works Matt Barry, Police Chief William Nord, Fire Chief Patrick Gratzianna, IT
Director Larry Schroth, Director of Finance Andrew Brown, Director of Human
Resources Monika Pandya, and Deputy Village Clerk Kristin La Russo
II. MINUTES APPROVAL
1. Palatine Liquor Commission - Regular Meeting - March 10, 2025 - Accepted
RESULT: ACCEPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Doug Myslinski, Commissioner
SECONDER: Joe Falkenberg, Commissioner
AYES: Schwantz, Millar, Lamerand, Myslinski, Falkenberg, Kozlowski, Helms
III. AGENDA ITEMS
1. Consider a Motion Granting a Class E (Temporary) Liquor License for the St.
Nectarios Greek Orthodox Church Annual 'GreekFest' to be Held on June 20 -
22, 2025 at 133 S. Roselle Road - Approved by Voice Vote
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RESULT: APPROVED BY VOICE VOTE [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Tim Millar, Commissioner
SECONDER: Kollin Kozlowski, Commissioner
AYES: Schwantz, Millar, Lamerand, Myslinski, Falkenberg, Kozlowski, Helms
2. Consider an Application for a Class G-1 Restaurant (Seasonal Beer & Wine)
Liquor License for Morkes Chocolates Located at 1890 N. Rand Road -
Approved by Voice Vote
RESULT: APPROVED BY VOICE VOTE [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Joe Falkenberg, Commissioner
Minutes Acceptance: Minutes of Apr 14, 2025 7:05 PM (Minutes Approval)
SECONDER: Kollin Kozlowski, Commissioner
AYES: Schwantz, Millar, Lamerand, Myslinski, Falkenberg, Kozlowski, Helms
IV. ADJOURNMENT - TIME: 8:20 PM
1. Motion to Adjourn the Liquor Commission - Motion Carried by Voice Vote
RESULT: MOTION CARRIED BY VOICE VOTE [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Brad Helms, Commissioner
SECONDER: Tim Millar, Commissioner
AYES: Schwantz, Millar, Lamerand, Myslinski, Falkenberg, Kozlowski, Helms
SUBMITTED BY:
Margaret R. Duer
Village Clerk
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3.1
Consider an Application for a Class G Restaurant (Beer &
Wine) Liquor License for Sushi+Thai by Sensei Located at
309 E. Northwest Hwy
BACKGROUND:
On this evening's agenda is a request for an increase in the number of Class G
Restaurant (Beer & Wine) Liquor Licenses for Sushi+Thai by Sensei located at 309 E.
Northwest Highway. The permitted hours for a Class G Liquor License are Sunday
through Thursday 6 AM - Midnight and Friday & Saturday 6 AM - 1 AM.
KEY ISSUES:
A copy of the application is on file in the Village Manager's Office. The Petitioner will be
present Monday evening to answer any questions of the Commission.
ALTERNATIVES:
1. Approve the Class G liquor license.
2. Do not approve the Class G liquor license.
BUDGET IMPACT:
$2,675 Annual Fee for a Class G Liquor License.
RECOMMENDATION:
Action is at the discretion of the Commission.
ACTION REQUIRED:
Action is at the discretion of the Commission.
ATTACHMENTS:
• Business Plan
• Floor Plan
• Menu
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Attachment: Business Plan (309 E. Northwest Hwy - Class G Liquor App. - Sushi+Thai by Sensei)
3.1.a
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Attachment: Business Plan (309 E. Northwest Hwy - Class G Liquor App. - Sushi+Thai by Sensei)
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Attachment: Business Plan (309 E. Northwest Hwy - Class G Liquor App. - Sushi+Thai by Sensei)
3.1.b
Packet Pg. 8
Attachment: Floor Plan (309 E. Northwest Hwy - Class G Liquor App. - Sushi+Thai by Sensei)
3.1.c
Packet Pg. 9
Attachment: Menu (309 E. Northwest Hwy - Class G Liquor App. - Sushi+Thai by Sensei)
3.1.c
Packet Pg. 10
Attachment: Menu (309 E. Northwest Hwy - Class G Liquor App. - Sushi+Thai by Sensei)
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Packet Pg. 11
Attachment: Menu (309 E. Northwest Hwy - Class G Liquor App. - Sushi+Thai by Sensei)
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Packet Pg. 12
Attachment: Menu (309 E. Northwest Hwy - Class G Liquor App. - Sushi+Thai by Sensei)
3.2
Consider a Request for a Class E (Temporary) Liquor License
for the Rotary Club of Palatine's 'Oktoberfest' Celebration on
September 19 - 21, 2025
BACKGROUND:
The Rotary Club of Palatine wishes to hold their annual Oktoberfest Celebration on
September 19 - 21 (Friday - Sunday).
KEY ISSUES:
The Rotary Club of Palatine is requesting a temporary liquor license for the sale of
alcoholic beverages (beer and wine) at this event.
The hours will be:
• Friday, September 19: 5 p.m. to 12 a.m.
• Saturday, September 20: 12 p.m. to 12 a.m.
• Sunday, September 21: 12 p.m. to 6 p.m.
The proposed hours are consistent with previous year.
ALTERNATIVES:
1. Approve the request.
2. Recommend different hours.
RECOMMENDATION:
Action is at the discretion of the Commission.
ACTION REQUIRED:
Action is at the discretion of the Commission.
ATTACHMENTS:
• Oktoberfest Application
• Oktoberfest New Site Plan for 2025
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3.2.a
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Attachment: Oktoberfest Application (Oktoberfest 2025 - Liquor License)
3.2.b
ROTARY CLUB OF PALATINE
OKTOBERFEST SITE LAYOUT
SEPTEMBER 19-21, 2025
PARKING LOTS J, K, L
W WILSON ST
Water
Attachment: Oktoberfest New Site Plan for 2025 (Oktoberfest 2025 - Liquor License)
w
8 Rest w
8 Rest
Dumpster
Light w
Tower
w Rest
Room
Dumpster Ice
w
Generator Food Vendors 10x80
N SMITH ST Food Vendors 10x40 N GREELEY ST
Tickets/Raffle
Wristbands
20x40
Rest
Room
HQ
Rest
Room
Band 20x20
10x10
Main Tent Beer/Wine Truck
Sound
10x20
30x60 30x60
Keep Clear for
Stage Truck Access
W SLADE ST
Packet Pg. 15
3.3
Consider an Application for a Class B-1 Liquor License for
Addison Fresh Market, Inc. dba Jimenez International at 2070
N. Rand Road
BACKGROUND:
Addison Fresh Market, Inc. acquired the Butera Fruit Market located at 2070 N. Rand
Road in March of 2025. On this evening's Village Council agenda is a request for a
Minor Amendment to the Planned Use Development for this property. The Petitioner
wishes to apply for a Class B-1 (Grocery Store with Liquor) liquor license. The Village
has an available Class B-1 license due to the 100% ownership change of this store. The
permitted hours for a Class B-1 Liquor License are 6 AM - midnight daily Sunday
through Saturday.
KEY ISSUES:
A copy of the application and business plan are on file in the Village Manager's office.
ALTERNATIVES:
1. Approve the Class B-1 liquor license.
2. Do not approve the Class B-1 liquor license.
RECOMMENDATION:
Action is at the discretion of the Commission.
BUDGET IMPACT:
$4,097 Annual Fee for a Class B-1 liquor license.
ACTION REQUIRED:
Action is at the discretion of the Commission.
ATTACHMENTS:
• Business Plan
• Floor Plan
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3.3.a
Packet Pg. 17
Attachment: Business Plan (2070 N. Rand Rd - Class B-1 Liquor App. - Jimenez International)
3.3.b
Packet Pg. 18
Attachment: Floor Plan (2070 N. Rand Rd - Class B-1 Liquor App. - Jimenez International)