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Wauconda delays vote on video gaming cafe rules after business concerns
Summary
The Village Board postponed consideration of an ordinance defining and restricting 'video gaming cafes' after trustees and business representatives said draft language — including a six-month liquor-license requirement before eligibility — could deter businesses and improperly include existing service stations.
The Wauconda Village Board postponed action on an ordinance to define and regulate "video gaming cafes" after discussion and public comments raised concerns that the draft language could unintentionally bar or deter existing businesses from applying for gaming under state law.
Administrator Mary Matson summarized the draft: it defines a video gaming cafe as an establishment whose primary focus is operating gaming terminals with alcohol service and food as incidental; the draft includes factors for determining whether an establishment fits that…
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