Illinois, Champaign-Urbana Health District Partner for Liquor Inspection Pilot Program

SPRINGFIELD—In an effort to improve the allocation of alcohol beverage compliance resources, the State of Illinois and the Champaign-Urbana Health District have recently joined forces to launch a Liquor Inspection Pilot Program.  Under the agreement, the Champaign-Urbana Public Health District has begun carrying out Standard Liquor Inspections for all City of Champaign license holders on behalf of the State of Illinois.  Utilizing existing State resources, the Illinois Liquor Control Commission (ILCC) is providing financial assistance and training for designated local inspectors.  

The Champaign-Urbana Public Health District began conducting inspections for the 214 City of Champaign license holders upon the completion of ILCC training in August and will continue through June 30, 2018 when the pilot program concludes.  Inspections include areas of local concern, such as health/sanitation, license and insurance verifications, and deceptive practices.  Under the terms of the agreement, local officials are required to report their findings to the state commission, which may result in further adjudicative action.     

The Liquor Inspection Pilot Program covers all areas within the City of Champaign. 

For more information on the Illinois Liquor Control Commission, please visit their website at: www.illinois.gov/ilcc .