McHenry City Council approves liquor license for McHenry Golf Club

The Special City Council meeting for McHenry, Illinois, convened on May 27, 2025, to address key agenda items, primarily focusing on the approval of a liquor license for the McHenry Golf Club.

The meeting commenced with a roll call, confirming the presence of several aldermen, while Alderman Davis was noted as absent. With no public comments on the agenda, the council moved directly to the first item: the approval of a Class A liquor license for the McHenry Golf Club, located at 820 North John Street.

Alderman Doherty initiated the motion to approve the liquor license, which was discussed in detail. The council clarified that only one liquor license would be issued to the golf club, replacing the previous license held by Addison's Steakhouse, which had not opened and failed to renew its license. Ed Hintz, the owner of the golf club, requested the new license to facilitate business operations and events at the venue.

Further discussion revealed that the McHenry Golf Club previously held a liquor license under the name Metalwood Grill. The council confirmed that the transition to the new license was necessary to ensure the club could operate without interruption. The golf club's management would retain the liquor license, regardless of any future restaurant vendor or manager brought in by Hintz.

After addressing all questions and comments, the council proceeded to a roll call vote on the motion. The motion passed unanimously, with all present aldermen voting in favor.

The meeting concluded with a motion to adjourn, which was also approved unanimously. The council expressed their support for Hintz and the golf club as they move forward with their operations. Overall, the meeting was efficient, with a clear focus on ensuring the McHenry Golf Club could continue to serve the community effectively.