Local Liquor Control Commission

Carbondale Local Liquor Control Commission Meeting Tuesday, June 9, 2026 - 6:00 PM Civic Center, Room 108 200 South Illinois Avenue Visitors are welcome to all meetings of the Local Liquor Control Commission. Please silence electronic devices before entering the City Council Chambers. 1. Roll Call 2. Public Comments 3. General Business of the Local Liquor Control Commission 1. Local Liquor Control Commission Meeting Minutes April 28, 2026 2. Still Woods, LLC Change in Ownership and Operational Name Change Request 3. Application from Carbondale Community Arts, Inc. d/b/a Artspace Southern Illinois - On the Strip for a Not-for-Profit On-Premises Secondary Liquor License at 607 South Illinois Avenue 4. Adjournment Agenda Item Details Meeting: June 9, 2026 - Local Liquor Control Commission Meeting Category: General Business of the Local Liquor Control Commission Subject: Local Liquor Control Commission Meeting Minutes April 28, 2026 Type: Action Recommended Action: Approve the minutes from the Local Liquor Control Commission meeting of April 28, 2026 Goals: Goal 3: Demonstrate fiscal responsibility and transparency while providing high-quality City services. Originating Department: City Clerk Background: Additional Information: Attachments: 1. Local Liquor Control Commission Meeting Minutes April 28, 2026 Motion & Voting: Approve the minutes from the Local Liquor Control Commission meeting of April 28, 2026 Motion by None, seconded by None. Final Resolution: Motion Yea: None Nay: None Local Liquor Control Commission Meeting April 28, 2026 1. Roll Call Commissioners present Commissioner Dawn Roberts, Commissioner Brian Stanfield, Commissioner Nathan Colombo, Commissioner Clare Killman, Commissioner Adam Loos, Commissioner Nancy Maxwell, Chairperson Carolin Harvey Meeting called to order at 6:02 PM. 2. Public Comments 3. General Business of the Local Liquor Control Commission 1. Local Liquor Control Commission Meeting Minutes April 14, 2026 MOTION: Approve the minutes from the Local Liquor Control Commission meeting of April 14, 2026. Motion by Nathan Colombo, second by Dawn Roberts Final Resolution: Motion Passed Yea: Dawn Roberts, Brian Stanfield, Nathan Colombo, Clare Killman, Adam Loos, Nancy Maxwell, Carolin Harvey 2. Application from Don Sol 1, Inc., of Marion, Illinois, for a Temporary Liquor License to Cater Alcohol at a Private Event at the Carbondale Civic Center on May 16, 2026 MOTION: Approve the issuance of a Temporary Liquor License to Don Sol 1, Inc. of Marion, Illinois, to cater alcohol at a private event at the Carbondale Civic Center on May 16, 2026, contingent upon receipt of all outstanding items. Motion by Clare Killman, second by Dawn Roberts Final Resolution: Motion Passed Yea: Dawn Roberts, Brian Stanfield, Nathan Colombo, Clare Killman, Adam Loos, Nancy Maxwell, Carolin Harvey 4. Adjournment There being no further business to come before the Local Liquor Control Commission, the meeting was declared adjourned at 6:06 p.m. _______________________________ _______________________________ Jennifer R. Sorrell, City Clerk Date Agenda Item Details Meeting: June 9, 2026 - Local Liquor Control Commission Meeting Category: General Business of the Local Liquor Control Commission Subject: Still Woods, LLC Change in Ownership and Operational Name Change Request Type: Action Recommended Action: Approve the change in operational name for Still Woods, LLC, from Stillwoods to Oakland Station; or Deny the change in operational name based on one or more provisions of the Liquor Code Goals: Goal 4: Encourage responsible and progressive economic development/tourism/arts and entertainment. Originating Department: City Clerk Background: Attached is a letter from Cory Fehrenbacher and Shelbi Ladd, two of the owners of Still Woods Bar, LLC dba Stillwoods, located at 300 South Oakland Avenue. They are notifying the Local Liquor Control Commission about the reduction in the number of owners of the legal entity and seeking the approval of a change in operational name from Stillwoods to Oakland Station. Title 2 of the Carbondale Revised Code has two applicable provisions related to this request. The first, 2-4-13.A2, states that a change in ownership that is simply a reduction in the number of owners requires notification to the City, but does not require the approval of the Local Liquor Control Commission, so long as it does not constitute a "successive change in ownership", as outlined in 2-4-13.D of the Code. However, Title 2-4-14.B does require the Local Liquor Control Commission's approval for a change in operational name. Upon approval of the change in operational name, an updated City liquor license reflecting the change in operational name will be issued, as well as a letter addressed to the Illinois Liquor Control Commission outlining the change in ownership. Evidence of the change in ownership will need to be submitted to the Illinois Liquor Control Commission, in addition to updated information from the Secretary of State reflecting the same details. Additional Information: Attachments: 1. Still Woods Bar, LLC Ownership and Operational Name Change Request 01 June 2026 2. Determinants for Granting or Denying Application for a Liquor License Motion & Voting: Approve the change in operational name for Still Woods, LLC, from Stillwoods to Oakland Station; or Deny the change in operational name based on one or more provisions of the Liquor Code Motion by None, seconded by None. Final Resolution: Motion Yea: None Nay: None June 1, 2026 Local Liquor Control Commission​ Carbondale, IL Re: Change in Ownership Structure and Operational (DBA) Name To Whom It May Concern, We are writing to notify the Local Liquor Control Commission of several planned updates related to our liquor license and business operations. The licensed entity will remain the same legal entity, Still Woods Bar, LLC. However, we are reducing the number of owners/members associated with the LLC, removing John Deas and Alison Smith. Following these ownership changes, the business intends to operate under a new assumed business name (DBA), changing from Stillwoods to Oakland Station. At this time, we have begun the process at the state level by updating the applicable filings with the Illinois Secretary of State. There are no anticipated changes to the nature of our operations. The business will continue to operate at the same location and under the same liquor license classification. We respectfully submit this information for the Commission's review. Please let us know if any additional information or documentation is required. Thank you for your consideration. Sincerely, Cory Fehrenbacher and Shelbi Ladd Owner / Operators Still Woods Bar, LLC 720-546-5904 2-4-4: INELIGIBILITY FOR LICENSE: No license of any class shall be issued to any person to whom issuance of a license is prohibited by section 6-2 of the Illinois Liquor Control Act (235 Illinois Compiled Statutes 5/1-1 et seq.), as hereafter in force and as from time to time amended. (Ord. 2021-22) 2-4-5: PROCEDURE FOR CRITERIA FOR ISSUING A LICENSE: A. Notice: Upon the filing of an application for a liquor license, the application shall be reviewed by City staff for completeness, accuracy, and recommendation to the Commission; the application will then be considered at the next available Liquor Commission meeting. The applicant shall be notified of the date of said meeting not less than three (3) business days in advance. Failure of the applicant to accept, read, or review the notice, whether provided by mail, email, or telephone, does not constitute improper notification by the Commission. B. Hearing And Evidence: The Commission shall receive and may require such evidence deemed necessary to make findings based upon the standards and factual criteria set out below and elsewhere in this title. C. Standards And Factual Criteria: After the hearing, the Commission may grant a liquor license, contingent upon receipt of outstanding items, if it is determined that the grant of the license would not be detrimental to the general welfare of the City. The Commission may deny an application if they find one or more of the following: 1. The application does not contain all the information, supporting documents, or fees required by this title. 2. The issuance of the license would be in violation of any part of this title. 3. The applicant does not have sufficient financial assets to maintain the proposed liquor establishment or has demonstrated insufficient financial responsibility. 4. The applicant is a convicted felon who has not been adequately rehabilitated. 5. The issuance of the license can reasonably be expected to create excessive noise, traffic, parking, or litter problems. 6. The applicant has a history of problems with regard to violations of health regulations, laws, and ordinances at prior establishments owned or managed by the applicant. 7. The building in which the applicant seeks to operate does not meet building and zoning code ordinances and regulations. 8. The issuance of the license can reasonably be expected to create a nuisance such as excessive and repeated breaches of the peace. 9. The applicant has previously had a liquor license revoked or suspended in this or any other state or jurisdiction. 10. The applicant is seeking a restaurant license and does not provide sufficient facilities or menu items to operate as a restaurant. D. Conditions On Issuance: If the Commission finds that any change in the applicant's plans is/are needed to create grounds for the issuance of such license, the Commission may require such change(s). A condition on the granting of a license and the failure of the applicant at any time to adhere to or perform such condition shall be considered a violation of this title. (Ord. 2021-22) Agenda Item Details Meeting: June 9, 2026 - Local Liquor Control Commission Meeting Category: General Business of the Local Liquor Control Commission Subject: Application from Carbondale Community Arts, Inc. d/b/a Artspace Southern Illinois - On the Strip for a Not-for-Profit On-Premises Secondary Liquor License at 607 South Illinois Avenue Type: Action Recommended Action: Approve the issuance of a Not-for-Profit On-Premises Secondary liquor license to Carbondale Community Arts, Inc. dba Artspace Southern Illinois - On the Strip, contingent upon receipt of all outstanding items; or Deny the Not-for-Profit On-Premises Secondary liquor license based on one or more of the provisions of the liquor code. Goals: Goal 3: Demonstrate fiscal responsibility and transparency while providing high-quality City services. Originating Department: City Clerk Background: Attached is a new liquor license application from Carbondale Community Arts, Inc. dba Artspace Southern Illinois - On the Strip, located at 607 South Illinois Avenue, for a Not-for-Profit Secondary Use liquor license. An On-Premises Not For Profit license allows a nonprofit entity to sell alcohol for on-premises consumption. The fee for such a license is determined by whether alcohol or video gaming revenues are its principal source of revenue. Organizations that have video gaming terminals will be placed in a higher fee tier of $750.00. The fee for secondary use without video gaming is $100.00. Outstanding Items: A copy of the deed for the property and a Certificate of Insurance are outstanding. An Illinois Business Authorization certificate for the new location will be required. Staff Recommendation: Approve License classification is appropriate for the operation. The applicant currently holds another liquor license at their location on Walnut Street with no notable issues reported. Additional Information: Liquor Code Provisions: Not-for-Profit On-Premises Secondary (No Video Gaming): Non-profit entity selling alcohol for on-premises consumption. No video gaming is on the premises and alcohol sales are ancillary to the primary function of the business. 2-4-5: PROCEDURE FOR CRITERIA FOR ISSUING A LICENSE: A. Notice: Upon the filing of an application for a liquor license, the application shall be reviewed by City staff for completeness, accuracy, and recommendation to the Commission; the application will then be considered at the next available Liquor Commission meeting. The applicant shall be notified of the date of said meeting not less than three (3) business days in advance. Failure of the applicant to accept, read, or review the notice, whether provided by mail, email, or telephone, does not constitute improper notification by the Commission. B. Hearing And Evidence: The Commission shall receive and may require such evidence deemed necessary to make findings based upon the standards and factual criteria set out below and elsewhere in this title. C. Standards And Factual Criteria: After the hearing, the Commission may grant a liquor license, contingent upon receipt of outstanding items, if it is determined that the grant of the license would not be detrimental to the general welfare of the City. The Commission may deny an application or may require changes to the applicant's plans in order to establish grounds for the issuance of the license if they find that the application meets one or more of the factual criteria listed below. 01. The application does not contain all the information, supporting documents, or fees required by this title. 02. The issuance of the license would be in violation of any part of this title. 03. The applicant does not have sufficient financial assets to maintain the proposed liquor establishment or has demonstrated insufficient financial responsibility. 04. The applicant is a convicted felon who has not been adequately rehabilitated. 05. The issuance of the license can reasonably be expected to create excessive noise, traffic, parking, or litter problems. 06. The applicant has a history of problems with regard to violations of health regulations, laws, and ordinances at prior establishments owned or managed by the applicant. 07. The building in which the applicant seeks to operate does not meet building and zoning code ordinances and regulations. 08. The issuance of the license can reasonably be expected to create a nuisance such as excessive and repeated breaches of the peace. 09. The applicant has previously had a liquor license revoked or suspended in this or any other state or jurisdiction. 10. The applicant is seeking a restaurant license and does not provide sufficient facilities or menu items to operate as a restaurant. Attachments: 1. Artspace 304 Liquor License Application - 607 S Illinois Avenue_Redacted Motion & Voting: Approve the issuance of a Not-for-Profit On-Premises Secondary liquor license to Carbondale Community Arts, Inc. dba Artspace Southern Illinois - On the Strip, contingent upon receipt of all outstanding items; or Deny the Not-for-Profit On-Premises Secondary liquor license based on one or more of the provisions of the liquor code. Motion by None, seconded by None. Final Resolution: Motion Yea: None Nay: None Business Type Check the applicable box that corresponds to the annual report filing with the Illinois Secretary of State: D Sole Proprietorship O artnership D Limited Liability Company IZ]corporation General Business Information Legal Entity Name (Corporation/LLC Name) Carbondale Community Arts, Inc. Doing Business As (d/b/a) OR Establishment Name Artspace Southern Illinois - On the Strip Legal Entity Address (Street/ Cit y/State/ ZIP) 304 W Walnut St, Carbondale, IL 62901 Legal Entity Phone Number 618-457-5100 Legal Entity Email Address director@artspacesouthernillinois.org Establishment Address 607 S Illinois Ave, Carbondale, IL 62901 Establishment Phone Number 618-300-9300 Establishment Email Address dtippie@artspacesouthernillinois.org *Email Address for ALL City Communications director@artspacesouthernillinois.org *Note that all City communications related to this Application and/ or the result ing license, if approved, will be sent by email to the email address designated for all Cit y communications. It is the responsibilit y of the business to notify the City of any changes. Ownership Information Owner/President/LLC Member Dr. Kirk Overstreet Owner/Vice President/LLC Member Owner/ Secretary/LLC Member Montana Schafer Owner/ Treasurer/LLC Member Colby Chamness Additional details (home address and personal identification for purposes of a background check) must be included in the Background Release form attached. 3 Authorized Responsible Business Contacts - individuals routinely present at the licensed premises who are designated by the license holder as responsible for the operation of the business whether or not they are on the premises at the time. Contact information cannot be the same as for the physical premises. Authorized Contact Information (Two Authorized Contacts Required Per City Code) First Contact Douglas Tippie Home Address After hours email Address After hours telephone Second Contact Carolyn Deane • Home Address ■ After hours email Address After hours telephone Business Owner/Operator: (Please circle or check Yes or No) Questions 1 - 11 in this section apply to ALL owners, partners, officers, members, and majority stockholders. Answer all of the questions as it applies to ALL of said individuals, as a group and severably. 1. ©esOo Are all individuals subject to this section are 21 years of age or older? 2. @ esOo Are all individuals subject to this section eligible to hold a liquor license in accordance w ith 235 ILCS 5/ 6-2 of the Illinois Liquor Control Act of 1934, as amended? 3. Oe@o Does or has any individual subject to this section hold currently or previously an Il linois liquor license? If YES, please provide information about past or current liquor licenses. 4. • es o Are all individuals subject to this section of good character and reputation in the community w hich they reside and the City of Carbondale? s.Oes@o Has any individual subject to this section had a license issued under the Illinois Liquor Control Act of 1934, as amended, revoked for cause? If YES, please detail below . 6. Oes@o Has any individual subject to this section been issued a federal wagering stamp, other than as authorized to be issued a license under the Raffles and Poker Runs Act or the Il linois Pull Tabs and Jar Games Act? 4  7. Has any individual subject to this section ever: a) Ever been convicted of a felony under any Federa l or State law (if answering "YES", attach information about such felony, when/where it occurred, any evidence demonstrating rehabilitation and mit igating factors, which may assist the Commission in determining whether such conviction would not impair the engagement of the retail sa les of alcohol, in accordance with the criteria established in Section 6-2.5 of the Ill inois Liquor Control Act of 1934, as amended.) b) Ever been convicted of keeping a place of or promoting prostitution? c) Ever been convicted of pandering? d) Been convicted of a violation of any Federal or State law concerning the manufacture, possession, or sale of alcoholic liquor, or forfeited their bond to appear in court to answer charges for any such violation. (if answering "YES", attach information about such conviction(s), when/where it occurred, and any evidence which would assist the Commission in determining whether such vio lation would impair the individual in engaging in the licensed practice.) e) Ever had any fines, suspensions, or revocation of a liquor license? If YES, provide details about the dates, reasons, and lengths of suspension/revocation. QYes{!)No Provide details to YES responses to 7a, 7b, 7c, 7d, and 7e in the space provided below: Nature of License: 1. Which Retail Liquor License Classification is being requested (refer to page 2 for classifications) Not-for-Profit On-Premises Not for profit On-Premises Secondary, No Video Gaming .C:::o,-nnrl,:,n, /1\ln \/irlon r-,:,minn\ 2. Describe the type of establishment to be operated w ith this license (e.g. restaurant, club, lounge) !Retail Gift and Art Gallery 3. Qe@No W ill the establishment apply for video gaming licenses from the State and City? (on-premises consumption businesses only) 4. Describe the dimensions of the licensed premises and the control premises. " Control Premises" includes the licensed service premises, parking lots, sidewalks, or other areas adjacent to and utilized by the business and its customers or guests. The lot measures .34 acres. The road frontage is 100 ft long and the lot is 150 ft deep. 5 5. Is the premises for which the license is sought owned by the applicant? X QveQNo Attach a deed or lease which is va lid for the full period for which the license is to be issued. 6. Provide an estimate of the expected percentages which will come from the sa le of alcohol, video gaming { evenues, the sale of food/non-alcoholic beverages, or "other". Video Gaming Food/Non-Alcoholic Other Beverages ~_ _ _ _ _o_°/c_o_ ..____· 0_0_4°_1/o_ ___.I_I _9_9_.9_%_ 7. If application is for an On-Premises Restaurant liquor license, describe in detail the equipment to be used for preparing and serving food, and the hours that the kitchen will be open and preparing food. INo Kitchen Impact of Establishment: 1. What are the proposed hours of operation? 5pm 5 pm not open Ki°tchen Closure hours only required for On-Premises Secondary Restaurant Classification Response to Question 2 below: The building is in the Arts and Entertainment District. The closest residential property is Evolve apartments, which is across the street at the end of the block. All other residential properties are at least two blocks away. 2. Description of surrounding neighborhood: Proximity to residential property (approximate distance from nearest residential property) he building is in the Arts and Entertainment Disctrict. The closest residential property is C\,,...I,,,..,,. ,..,~,..,....,._...,..,,.~4,,.. .. ,h;,..h ;,... ,...,..,.,,..,,.,..,.. ♦&,..,... ,.....,..,,.,..,,.♦ ,..,♦ ♦h,..., ,..,,.~,,1 ,...,f ♦""-"' "''"'"Lr All ,...,.,.""-"""" ,,,.,,.,,.,..;,,1,..,,.~4,;,..,1 Proximity to schools, churches, public parks (approximate distance from nearest school, church, and public park) Other than the SIU Glove building across the tracks, the closest school is Trinity School which is 1.1 miles away. The nearest chuch is Door Christian Fellowship Church which is .45 miles away. The nearest park is Town Square which is 1 mile away. Proximity to other liquor establishments (approximate distance from the nearest liquor establishment) Two doors down, Sausea's Seafood is expected to serve alcohol when it opens Proximity to gasoline stations or convenience stores which offer gasoline for sale (approximate distance to the nearest gasoline retailer) ICarbondale ZX is 1.1 miles away. 6 3. Detail the availability of any and all on-street and off-street parking There is a parking lot behind the building that is a block long. There is on-street parking on one side of Illinois Ave. and there are additional arkin s aces direct! across the street from 607. 4. Describe any and all entertainment, amusement devices, and v ideo gaming terminals planned for the establishment !none Attachments Needed: [Z] Illinois Business Authorization Certificate of Registration from the Department of Revenue [l] Jackson County Health Department Permit □ Deed for the property or a lease extending through at least December 31 of the license year □ the Certificate of Liability Insurance in an amount not less than that amount annually determined by Illinois Office of the Comptroller (not the Policy Declaration) □ Signed Criminal History and Credit Check Relase form for all beneficia l owners holding more than 5% of the company/corporation [l] Application Fee of $100.00 [ l] Signatures by app licant, all partners, members of an LLC, or the president and secretary of a corporation, whichever is applicable (signature lines immediately follow) Dr. Kirk Overstreet 5/21/26 Printed Name te Montana Schafer Printed Name Date Printed Name Date Printed Name Signature Date For Office Use Only Date Applicat ion Received: 5/21/2026 Date Payment Received and Amount: 7  ft CITY OF CARBONDALE Liquor License Special Condition CARBONDALE - License Rider Application Submit completed applications and supplemental documents to Carbondale City Clerk's Office, 200 South Illinois Avenue, Carbondale. Applicant Business: _______________ Sidewalk Restaurant $25.00 _o_ Outdoor Service $25.00 r l On-Premises Secondary Restaurants located in BPR On-Premises Secondary and On-Premises Secondary Zoning - Fee waiver for businesses in Downtown Restaurants not located in BPR Zoning Entertainment District Beer Garden $100.00 il_ Package Sales $25.00 _o_ On-Premises Primary-Use or On-Premises Secondary On-Premises Primary or Secondary licenses - sales of when outdoor sales located on private property- Fee alcohol in original container or sealed grower/crow/er; a/so waiver for businesses in Downtown Entertainment District cocktails to go per 235 ILCS 516-28.8 Amplified Sound $150.00 -□- Live Entertainment $100.00 _o_ Amplified sound in outdoor service spaces or beer garden - Uve entertainment including music, dancing, DJ, or similar Fee waiver for businesses in Downtown Entertainment acts- Fee waiver for businesses in Downtown District Entertainment District Video Gaming Terminals $25.00 JD__ Sixteen Plus (Age 16+) Events $25.00 r *see information and regulations on page 2; event Allows video gaming terminals at locations other than video details must be received no fewer than 7 days prior to gaming parlors; additional video gaming licensing required event Catering No Fee -□- (requires dramshop certificate of insurance with City as additional insured and coverage at all events held at off-site premises) Explanat ion/Descript ion of how business plans t o utilize the endorsement (s) select ed above: Submitted By: _______________ Signature: _______________ Title: ______________ Date: ___________ 8