Board refers Shell gas mart Class D liquor‑license application to Planning Commission

Representatives identified as Brian and Erik spoke on behalf of Chackochan Kizhakkekettu to seek a new Class D Liquor License for North Riverside Shell Gas Mart, 8645 Cermak Road. Trustees asked detailed questions about design and operations: Trustee Bianco raised concerns about noise and asked for clarification on a fence along the alley; the presenters said there would be a solid wood fence approximately 6 feet tall and landscaping on the gas‑station side to help with noise.

Trustee Bianco also asked how many pumps the station would have; the presenters said "there would be 2 electric and 8 gas pumps." Trustee Canas asked whether both the mart and the pumps would be open 24 hours; the presenters stated "both, the mart and the pumps, would be open 24 hours and that an attendant would be on duty." Trustee Czajka asked that lighting be oriented downward so it would not shine into nearby houses; the presenters confirmed lighting would be down‑facing. The presenters confirmed that all liquor would be packaged and not for on‑site consumption; Village Administrator Scarpiniti clarified that a Class D license with no on‑site consumption is not eligible for video gaming. The board's consensus was to move the proposal to the Planning Commission; multiple public hearings will follow as part of that process.

The presentation provided specific operational details (number of pumps, fence height, hours of operation) but did not include final approvals. Any licensing outcome will depend on the Planning Commission hearings and subsequent board action.