What types of liquor licenses are issued in Illinois?

Illinois issues multiple license classes through its state liquor control agency. Common types include retail licenses for bars and restaurants, package liquor stores, breweries, and special event permits. Each municipality can also set local license categories with additional restrictions.

What are video gaming terminals?

Video gaming terminals (VGTs) are electronic gambling machines licensed by state gaming boards. Eligible establishments (bars, restaurants, truck stops, fraternal organizations) may operate terminals depending on state law. Revenue is typically split between the establishment, terminal operator, and state/local government.

How is gaming revenue distributed?

Net terminal income (after payouts to players) is typically split between the state, local municipality, terminal operator, and the licensed establishment. The exact split varies by state. Municipalities also collect license fees.

All Liquor Licenses in Elgin, IL — Bars, Restaurants & Gaming

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Active Licensesi

177

1 per 649 residents

Gaming Locationsi

1 per 3,284 residents

Gaming NTI (12mo)i

$13.5M

$118 per resident

Avg/Location/Moi

$32K

State Share (12mo)i

$4.1M

$35 per resident

Village Share (12mo)i

$685K

$6 per resident

142RETAILER

23IMPORTING DISTRIBUTOR

3NR DEALER < 500,000

2CATERER

2NOT TO EXCEED 4,500,000

2BASSET

1BOAT

1NBU < 500 - NO FEE

1FOREIGN IMPORTING DISTRIB

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