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241645
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Motion
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3/4/2025
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Motion relating to the recommendations of the Licenses Committee relating to licenses.
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1. List of Applications Special 3-04-25, 2. Motion Jasmeen Brar LLC, 3. D 13 - 08:45 AM Special 3-04-25, 4. List of Applications, 5. D 14 - 09:00 AM Erickson, 6. D 14 - 09:00 AM Herrera, 7. D 13 - 09:05 AM, 8. D 01 - 09:10 AM, 9. D 12 - 09:25 AM, 10. D 12 - 09:30 AM, 11. D 12 - 09:35 AM, 12. D 05 - 09:45 AM, 13. D 05 - 9:45 AM DOR Communication, 14. D 08 - 09:55 AM, 15. D 11- 10:00 AM, 16. D 03 - 10:10 AM, 17. D 03 - 10:15 AM, 18. D 04 - 10:40 AM, 19. D 04 - 10:45 AM, 20. D 04 - 10:50 AM, 21. D 04 - 10:55 AM, 22. D 04 - 11:05 AM, 23. D 04 - 11:05 AM Updated Police Report, 24. D 04 - 11:20 AM, 25. 01:00 PM BARTS, 26. D 08 - 01:05 PM, 27. D 08 - 01:05 PM Communication Update, 28. D 06 - 01:10 PM, 29. D 06 - 01:15 PM, 30. D 06 - 01:20 PM, 31. D 06 - 01:30 PM, 32. D 06 - 01:35 PM, 33. D 06 - 01:40 PM, 34. D 06 - 01:45 PM, 35. D 06 - 01:55 PM, 36. D 06 - 01:55 PM Mitigation Plan, 37. D 07 - 02:00 PM, 38. D 07 - 02:05 PM, 39. D 07 - 02:10 PM, 40. D 07 - 02:20 PM, 41. D 15 - 02:30 PM, 42. Motion Vino Third Ward, 43. 03.04.25 LC.pdf, 44. 03.04.2025 BART.pdf, 45. Post Council Letter
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LICENSES COMMITTEE
| AMENDED
Minutes note: 13 GILL, Pinky, Agent for "JASMEEN BRAR LLC", Class A Malt & Class A Liquor, Food Dealer and Weights & Measures Licenses Application for "Angel Food Mart Wine & Liquor" at 5928 S 27TH St.
The applicant was present along with Atty. Maistelman. Both explained that they reached out to Ald. Spiker in order to work things out after the last committee. They added that they filed an amendment with a change of floor plan by reducing the area for alcoholic products and not to sale single service beers of can 16oz or greater.
Individuals also present:
Ald. Spiker said that he is fine with the amendments made and with the applicant's commitment.
Ald. Spiker moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0) | Pass | 5:0 |
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Minutes note: Agenda Only
01 MCAFEE, SR, Carl J, Agent for "MR C'S CARWASH AND DETAIL LLC", Secondhand Motor Vehicle Dealer's License Application for Wholesale Only for "Mr C's Carwash and Detail" at 6153 N TEUTONIA Av.
04 JACKSON, Lamarvon J, Agent for "INTERNATIONAL EXPORTS LLC", Class B Tavern, Public Entertainment Premises, Food Dealer and Sidewalk Dining Licenses Renewal Application with Change of Agent and Loading Zone License Transfer Application with Change of Agent for "The Safe House" at 779 N FRONT ST.
04 TOWNS, Consuela, Agent for "SWEET CONNIE'S GOURMET SWEET TREATS INCORPORATED", Waiver Request of the Time Limit to Receive the Food Dealer License for "Sweet Connie's Cafe +" at 1031 N MARTIN L KING JR DR.
05 VAN, John G, Agent for "FINISH LINE TOWING, LLC", Recycling, Salvaging or Towing Vehicle License Application Requesting Non-Consensual Towing - Repossession Only (7 Vehicles) for "Finish Line Towing" at 12305 W SILVER SPRING RD.
14 ERICKSON, Micaela J, Agent for "RADISH MKE, LLC", Class B Fermented Malt, Class C Wine and Food Dealer Licenses Application Amending Hours To 11AM-10PM Mon-Fri, 10AM-10PM Sat and 9AM-9PM Sun for "Radish Mke" at 2986 S KINNICKINNIC Av #Front B.
14 KABIR, Mohammad Rashid Bin, Agent for "MRK ENTERPRISE LLC", Class A Fermented Malt and Food Dealer Licenses Application with Change of Floor Plan/Adding Ice Box for "Rashid Mini Mart" at 2714 S 13TH ST.
14 LIN, Nyo Nyo, Agent for "NI BURMESE LLC", Class B Fermented Malt, Class C Wine and Food Dealer Licenses Transfer Application with Change of Hours From Opening 11AM Everyday and Closing 8PM Sun-Thu and 9PM Fri-Sat; To Open 11AM Tue-Sun and Close 8PM Tue-Thu, 9PM Fri-Sat and 7PM Sun for "Ni Burmese" at 2140 S KINNICKINNIC Av.
14 LIOTRAKUN, Paphitchaya, Agent for "TODDBAYVIEW LLC", Class B Tavern and Food Dealer Licenses Transfer Application with Change of Hours From Opening at 11AM Sun To Open at 12PM Sun and Change of Floor Plan on Patio Adding Shade and Winter Structure for "Todd I Believe I Can Fry" at 2159 S KINNICKINNIC Av #Unit 1.
14 MARCUS, David J, Agent for "BRIDGEWATER MKE, LLC", Class B Tavern, Public Entertainment Premises and Food Dealer Licenses Renewal Application with Removing/Adding Stockholder for "Bridgewater Modern Grill" at 2011 S 1ST ST.
14 PHAM-BANH, Suzanne W, Agent for "Hot Box Pizza MKE LLC", Waiver Request of the Time Limit to Receive the Class B Fermented Malt, Class C Wine, Public Entertainment Premises and Food Dealer Licenses for "Doh'p" at 2509 E OKLAHOMA Av.
Ald. Westmoreland moved approval of the "Agenda Only" items. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)
| Pass | 5:0 |
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LICENSES COMMITTEE
| AMENDED
Minutes note: Warning Letter
ROGERS, Cara E Class D Operator’s License Application
ZACHER, Cassandra Class D Operator’s License Application
Ald. Burgelis moved approval of the "Warning Letter" items. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0) | Pass | 5:0 |
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Minutes note: Ald. Pratt moved approval of the File 241645 as amended. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0) | Pass | 5:0 |
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Minutes note: Ald. Spiker moved to reconsider the Class A Malt & Class A Liquor, Food Dealer and Weights & Measures Licenses Application for Pinky Gill, Agent for “Jasmeen Braar LLC”, for the premises located at 5928 S27th St. D.B.A. Angel Liquor Wine & Food Mart” in the 13th Aldermanic District. There were no objections. (Prevailed 4-0)
| Pass | 4:0 |
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| APPROVED | Pass | 14:0 |
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Minutes note: 14 ERICKSON, Micaela J, Agent for "RADISH MKE, LLC", Class B Fermented Malt, Class C Wine and Food Dealer Licenses Application for "RADISH MKE" at 2986 S KINNICKINNIC Av #Front B.
The applicant was present and said that she wants to start her own business. She added that she is from the Bay View area.
There were no neighbors present to testify.
Individuals also present:
Ms. Williams (LAS for Ald. Dimitrijevic) said that they have been in communication with the applicant and that there are no objections.
Ald. Westmoreland moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)
| Pass | 5:0 |
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Minutes note: 14 HERRERA, Miguel, Agent for "Jalisco's Cantina LLC", Class B Tavern and Food Dealer Licenses Application for "Jalisco's Cantina" at 2018 S 1ST St #102.
The applicant was present and said that he made a humble mistake regarding the item on the police report. He added that his parents have been in the business since 1960’s and that he found a great spot at this location to start his own business.
There were no neighbors present to testify.
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Ms. Williams (LAS for Ald. Dimitrijevic) said that they have been in communication with the applicant and that there are no objections.
Ald. Burgelis moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)
| Pass | 5:0 |
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Minutes note: 13 GILL, Pinky, Agent for "JASMEEN BRAR LLC", Class A Malt & Class A Liquor, Food Dealer and Weights & Measures Licenses Application for "Angel Liquor Wine & Food Mart" at 5928 S 27TH St.
The applicant was present along with Atty. Maistelman.
Atty. Maistelman said that the item on the police report is from her shareholder about an incident that happened at a Pick’n Save Store.
Individuals also present:
Ald. Spiker said that he met with the applicant at the location, which it is currently an Indian-Pakistani grocery store. He added that this store is immediately adjacent to a condominium area and that he is concerned about selling full liquor at this location. He also said that the applicant owns a corner store on Vienna St but that this would be a step up operation. He added that he is comfortable with beer and wine and to work on building trust with the neighbors.
Atty. Maistelman said that this not going to be only a liquor store, that there will be a food sit down area and to take out as well.
The applicant explained that there is a little kitchen in the back that she will use for processing food.
Ald. Zamarripa said that even the name calls for a liquor store rather than a food store and that she agrees with Ald. Spiker’s concern.
Ald. Burgelis pointed out that the food application is for retail only.
There were no neighbors present to testify.
Ald. Spiker said that alcohol is another subject, that the parking lot is immediately adjacent to the condominium, and that it would affect the residents directly.
The applicant said that she understands Ald. Spiker’s concerns and that she asked for a chance to run the business.
Ald. Zamarripa asked the applicant if she is willing to get started with beer and wine only as suggested by Ald. Spiker.
Atty. Maistelman said that is not feasible.
Ald. Westmoreland moved denial based upon the preponderance of the evidence on the applicant and aldermanic testimony that demonstrates the operation would result in a threat to health, safety and welfare of the public. (Prevailed 4-1)
| Pass | 4:1 |
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Minutes note: 01 SANGHA, Rajmaninder SINGH, Agent for "Sahej & Saheb LLC", Extended Hours Establishments, Filling Station, Food Dealer and Weights & Measures Licenses Renewal Application for "Citgo" at 4928 W Villard Av. (Expired 12/8/2024)
The applicant was present along with Atty. Ovbiagele.
Atty. Obviagele said that the last item on the police report is very serious and that his client retrained the staff on tobacco sales. He added that his client has given access to MPD to the surveillance system now and that they are working with MPD on safety issues. He added that 6 of the items on the police report are about the same individual who was given a TRO for loitering at the building at any time. He also said that the staff called MPD for all the disturbances except for one and that his client continue working on addressing the persisting issues.
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Ald. Zamarripa asked if the TRO is working.
The applicant said that it is working.
Ald. Pratt said that there is a reduction on the items on the police report comparing to last year and that she is still concerned about the employees not cooperating with MPD. She asked what is the plan and if those employees are still working there.
The applicant said that he has hired new staff, that they are all trained on tobacco sales and calling the police no matter what.
There were no neighbors present to testify.
Ald. Pratt moved approval with a warning letter. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)
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Minutes note: 12 JERONIMO, Lourdes J, Agent for "Escvzq Club 69 LLC", Class B Tavern License Renewal Application for "Club 69" at 1663 S 11TH St. (Expires 2/26/2025)
The applicant was present along with Sam Dawson as interpreter.
The applicant said that she made a mistake trusting an employee during the last months of her pregnancy and that it will not happen again regarding the item on the police report.
There were no neighbors present to testify.
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Ald. Perez said that he has talked to the applicant and the building owner and that he is glad that the applicant is back in the building. He added that the applicant has put in place some safety measures and feels comfortable moving forward.
Ald. Pratt moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)
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Minutes note: 12 MARTINEZ VILLEGAS, Francisco, Agent for "La Sirenita Bar, LLC", Class B Tavern and Public Entertainment Premises Licenses Renewal Application for "La Sirenita Bar" at 1500 W MITCHELL St. (Expires 2/28/2025)
The applicant was present with Pauline Bell as interpreter.
The applicant said regarding the neighbor who calls constantly, that the neighbor never cooperates nor does want to speak with the applicant in order to get things resolved. She added that she has a good relationship with all the neighbors except for this one.
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Ms. Melendez said that there is one objection on file and that the person declined to appear before committee.
There were no neighbors present to testify.
Ald. Perez said that the applicant has cooperated always with MPD, neighbors and his office and that there is only one neighbor who complains but does not want to work with them. He added that he has no objections.
Ald. Westmoreland moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)
| Pass | 5:0 |
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Minutes note: 12 MUHAMMAD, Bilal, Agent for "6 Petro Mart LLC", Extended Hours Establishments, Filling Station, Food Dealer and Weights & Measures Licenses Renewal Application for "Best Petroleum" at 575 W Becher St. (Expires 3/27/2025)
The applicant was present.
There were no neighbors present to testify.
The applicant said that people loiter at his property especially during wintertime. He added that he calls the police.
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Ald. Zamarripa asked Sgt. Velasquez if there is a call log of the applicant’s calls.
Sgt. Velasquez said that there are some calls, that she requested a report to District 2 and that she did not receive it.
Ald. Perez said that he does not know at what point who makes the determination to file a report or not.
The applicant said that he calls 911 and the non-emergency numbers for other cases.
Ald. Zamarripa asked the applicant if he has tried to file a TRO for those individuals who loiter at his establishment.
Sgt. Velasquez said that regarding Ald. Perez’s concern, the police would file a report if the call is made against the business.
Ald. Perez said that he has had issues with this location even before came part of his district and that this location has a loitering problem that he would like to address with the applicant. He requested to hold this application.
Ald. Zamarripa said that she would like that the applicant requests a CPTED as well.
Ald. Westmoreland moved to hold the application to the call of the chair. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)
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Minutes note: 05 CHU, Lenny, Agent for "SKY POWER, CORP", Class B Tavern, Public Entertainment Premises and Food Dealer Licenses Renewal Application for "SCHNEIDER'S FOOD & DRINK" at 3717 N 76TH St. (Expires 2/18/2025)
Ms. Lopez said that the applicant withdrew the application.
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Minutes note: 08 SINGH, Manpreet, Agent for "National Grocery, LLC", Class A Malt & Class A Liquor and Food Dealer Licenses Renewal Application for "National Grocery" at 3501 W National Av. (Expires 4/8/2025)
The applicant was present along with Mr. D. Singh.
Neighbors present:
Mrs. Brisa/VIA CDC said that they made a major investment on 35th St in order to improve the area and that they see loitering in the median, people intoxicated and bad driving practices. She added that the they cannot link these issues directly to this business but that they want to see some changes in the operation like not selling single serving beers to people that are struggling with addictions.
Ald. Zamarripa asked if she had a chance to meet with the applicant.
Ms. Brisa said that she has and that it was a positive meeting and looking forward to get results.
Mr. Sponcia – 3509 W National Av - said that he supports the business, that they take care of the property and pick up litter but that he is not in support of the alcohol license. He added that he understands that this would affect the sales but that there must be a compromise with the single serving beer cans to limit the nuisance activity on the block.
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Ald. Zamarripa said that VIA and Mr. Sponcia both have invested in the Silver City neighborhood and while they are not in opposition of the business, they need support from the applicant with calling MPD when there is people loitering around. She added that she appreciates the willingness of meeting with MPD and her office and conducting a CPTED. She asked the applicant if he is willing to amend the application.
Mr. Singh said that they will take the initiative in reporting panhandlers and people carrying open liquor and that they are not selling 16oz beer cans.
Ald. Zamarripa said that the conversation was about eliminating the 16oz or greater with exception of Chelada o Michelada.
The applicant said that he is not willing to amend the application.
Ald. Zamarripa said that she would like to hold the application to clarify the misunderstanding.
Ald. Spiker moved to hold the application to the call of the chair. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)
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Minutes note: 11 HERRERA, Mariana, Agent for "ARCANE LOUNGE LLC", Class B Tavern and Public Entertainment Premises Licenses Application Requesting Instrumental Musicians, Disc Jockey, Jukebox, Bands, Karaoke, 5 Amusement Machines, Patron Contests, Comedy Acts, Dancing by Performers and Patrons Dancing for "Area 51 Sports Bar & Grill" at 5121 W HOWARD Av #G.
The applicant was present and said that she received the hearing notice last night.
Atty. Gresham said that a waiver is needed to proceed.
The applicant said that she wishes to proceed.
The applicant said that she has worked in the industry since she was 16 years at Papa Johns, that she is a resident of the district and owns a nail saloon across the street from this location.
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Ald. Burgelis said that she met with the applicant and that he was concerned about the 2AM closing time but that the hours are the same that the location has had in the past. He added that there is an objection on file that has been addressed (previous operator) and that he is looking forward to have a late hours responsible operator.
Neighbors in opposition:
Mr. Huennekens - 3952 S 51st St – said that the noise is his biggest concern with having a new bar in the area and that he would like to know what kind of performing dancers the applicant will have.
Ald. Pratt asked the applicant if she has a plan for when people leave the premises.
The applicant said that she has reached out to some neighbors directly to share her contact information. She also said that she is thinking to start with closing at midnight to see how it goes from there. She explained that she has 35 surveillance cameras and that MPD has access to them, that there will be security guards on weekends because they do not want people hanging out at the alley. She expressed that the performing dancers are dinner time performances on quinceanera's parties.
Ald. Burgelis moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)
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Minutes note: 03 KALSEY, Amarjit S, Agent for "MILAP, INC", Class A Malt & Class A Liquor License Renewal Application for "SMITH BEER & LIQUOR MART" at 1413 E BRADY St. (Expires 3/22/2025)
The applicant was present along with Atty. Wroblewsky and Mr. Kalsey (manager).
Mr. Kalsey (manager) said that he was there at the time of the item of the police report and that the product did not contain nicotine. He added that he and MPD looked at the directions in the box and that they could not find any warning for minors or tobacco. He also explained that this is the reason why they did not receive a citation.
Atty. Wroblewsky said that the applicant has been the owner and operator for over 30 years with no issues.
There were no neighbors present to testify.
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Ald. Spiker moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)
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Minutes note: 03 SANDINO-BADILLO, JR, Francisco, Agent for "Colglasand Investments LLC", Class B Tavern, Public Entertainment Premises and Food Dealer Licenses Renewal Application for "Mangos Cafe East" at 1682 N VAN BUREN St. (Expires 2/13/2025)
The applicant was present.
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Ald. Zamarripa said that there is no representation for this district, that this application will be hold as agreed with President Perez and that a provisional license would be issued until the new alderperson takes the office.
Ald. Westmoreland moved to hold the application to the call of the chair. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)
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Minutes note: 04 PEARSALL, Taj M, Agent for "BUFFALO BOSS NORTH LLC", Food Dealer License Renewal Application for "Buffalo Boss North" at 540 N 27TH St. (Expired 10/1/2024)
The applicant was present and said that he did not receive the notice but wishes to proceed.
The applicant said that there was no shooting at the location and what happened was that someone got shot on 27th St and that the victim pulled in at his parking lot instead.
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Ald. Pratt asked the applicant if the cameras are working.
The applicant said that they are and that the staff has no access to the cameras, that the staff is instructed to exchange contact information for any request. He added that what happened that day, was not the policy of his business. He also said that he is part of the safe and sound initiative and that they always cooperate with any investigation process.
Ald. Zamarripa asked the applicant if somebody else has access to the cameras now.
The applicant said that he and another person.
Ald. Zamarripa said that there must be access at any time.
The applicant said that he is willing to provide remote access to MPD because he does not think that his staff must have access to the surveillance system.
Ald. Bauman said that the longer version of the police report says that the shooting did not happen in the parking lot, that the staff was uncooperative and that MPD was told that they were not going to provide the surveillance video. He added that this location is relatively close from where a police officer got shot last week (high crime area) and that it seems that the employees are very anti police apparently.
The applicant said that the employees got reprimanded and retrained on the policies in place as employees.
Ald. Bauman said that he has no objections.
Ald. Zamarripa asked the applicant if he is willing to amend the application to conduct a CPTED.
The applicant agreed.
Ald. Burgelis moved to amend the application by conducting a CPTED. There were no objections.
Ald. Westmoreland moved approval as amended. There were no objections. (Prevailed 4-1)
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Minutes note: 04 ERK, Ender, Agent for "Mediterranean Kuzina LLC", Class B Tavern License Application for "Mediterranean Cuisine" at 753 N WATER St.
The applicant was present and said that he wants to introduce wine and beer from Turkey and Italy.
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Ald. Bauman said that he has no objections.
There were no neighbors present to testify.
Ald. Pratt moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)
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Minutes note: 04 ZHENG, Yulin, Agent for "ZX SUSHI INC", Class B Tavern and Food Dealer Licenses Application for "ZX SUSHI" at 823 N 2nd St #100.
The applicant was not present.
Ald. Westmoreland moved to hold the application to the call of the chair upon second nonappearance. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)
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Minutes note: 04 BATES, Tino K, Agent for "Allure MKE LLC", Class B Tavern, Public Entertainment Premises, Food Dealer and Sidewalk Dining Licenses Renewal Application Adding 4 Amusement Machines and Changing the Age Restriction from 25 and up to 21 and up for "Allure MKE" at 787-789 N Jefferson St. (Expires 3/16/2025)
The applicant was present and said that he has been in business 6 years with a good relationship with MPD and that he has talked to security guard who made certain comments to MPD per the police report. He added that the bottles had no lids and that’s why they were disposed.
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Ald. Bauman said that he has no objections with the renewal but that he is in objection with the change of age because the police is not support also. He added that there is a statement made by the applicant on the police report about the age group of 25 been working. He added that Jefferson street has had its issues with disorders and that it has been working this way.
The applicant said that it would be hard to survive without the change on the age restriction.
Ald. Bauman said that they met few weeks ago and that the applicant told him that he was selling the business anyways.
Ald. Westmoreland asked why the age restriction was made at the beginning.
The applicant said that the plan was to address older customers but that is not working right now and that no other business on the block has the same restriction.
Ms. Lopez said that she made a quick run on the licenses around the premises and that no other businesses has the age restriction.
Ald. Westmoreland moved to hold the application to the call of the chair for further conversation. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)
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Minutes note: 04 SINGH, Gursahib, Agent for "CONTINENTAL A 1 CORP", Extended Hours Establishments, Filling Station, Food Dealer and Weights & Measures Licenses Renewal Application with Removing Stockholder and Transfer of Stock for "PANTRY 41 #12" at 1202 W HIGHLAND Av. (Expires 3/18/2025)
The applicant appeared along with Atty. Hallbrooks and Mr. Walia (shareholder).
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Sgt. Velasquez read the police report.
Atty. Hallbrooks said that he did not received the updated police report.
Atty. Gresham said that the update was not properly noticed.
Ald. Bauman recommended to hold the application to the call of the chair.
Ald. Burgelis moved to hold the application to the call of the chair. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)
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Minutes note: 04 PETERSON, SR, Mark A, Agent for "International Exports LLC", Class B Tavern, Public Entertainment Premises, Food Dealer and Sidewalk Dining Licenses Renewal Application for "The Safe House" at 779 N Front St. (Expires 3/9/2025)
The applicant was not present.
Atty. Josh Welsh and Mr. Weiss (stockholder) were present.
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Ald. Zamarripa asked Atty. Gresham if the representation is sufficient.
Atty. Gresham said that it is.
Ald. Bauman said that there is an objection about blocking the alley but that it seems that the neighbor is not present.
Atty. Welsh said that there are no reports of the neighbor complaining directly to them and that most of those reports are during early hours when they are not open.
Mr. Weiss said that seven restaurants use the alley for deliveries and that they were not aware of that issue until they receive the notice packet.
There were no neighbors present to testify.
Ms. Lopez recommended the applicant to head down to the License Division to file the proper paperwork for the new agent in order to get the license issued when approved. She added that it could be approved on the consent agenda.
Ald. Bauman said that he has no objections.
Ald. Westmoreland moved to hold the application to the call of the chair. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0).
Ald. Westmoreland moved to reconsider the application, as a neighbor appeared to testify.
Neighbor in objection:
Kalah Krogmann - 104 W Mason St – said that she has made complaints with delivering drivers blocking the one way street and that she has been told by the staff that it is not their problem. She added that she is tired of being dealing with these issues and the rudeness of the employees. She said that she hopes that this conversation be considered moving forward and asked them not to use the parking spaces that are not assigned to them.
Mr. Weiss said that he will have a new manager and that he hopes that this does not happen again.
Ald. Burgelis moved to hold the application to the call of the chair. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)
The meeting paused at 12:29pm
The meeting adjourned at 1:06pm
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Minutes note: DVORAK, Aleah Class D Operator’s License Application
The applicant was present and said regarding the items on the police report, that all her mistakes are part of her past, that she is enrolled in college, that she has a breathing device in order to drive and that she got her license back in May of 2024.
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Ald. Burgelis moved approval with a warning letter. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)
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Minutes note: SWENSON, Nicole Class D Operator’s License Application
The applicant was present and said regarding the items on the police report are connected and still pending for court hearing.
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Ald. Burgelis moved to hold the application to the call of the chair to wait for the sentencing. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)
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Minutes note: 08 FIGUEROA, Jessica, Agent for "Comiendo Rico, LLC", Food Dealer License Renewal Application for "Comiendo Rico" at 2302 W Forest Home Av. (Expired 12/3/2024)
The applicant was not present.
Ald. Zamarripa moved to hold the application to the call of the chair upon for first nonappearance. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)
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Minutes note: 06 KENNEDY, Sean M, Agent for "SKCO-CAPITOL, LLC (FICT NAME) SKCO, LLC-CAPITOL (COMP NAME)", Food Dealer License Renewal Application for "McDonald's" at 420 E CAPITOL DR. (Expired 11/15/2024)
The applicant was present and said that the biggest item on the police report was the one about the employee who had her gun stolen from her bag and that he and Ald. Coggs were very concerned about it as well. He added that he implemented a clear bag policy so all the employees must have a clear bag for inspection and that they have also put secured lockers to avoid stolen property.
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Ald. Zamarripa asked if both employees involved were terminated.
The applicant answered "yes".
Ms. Dantzler (LAS for Ald. Coggs) asked the applicant if he submitted the amendment with the safety policy.
The applicant said that he filed it along with the renewal form.
Ms. Lopez confirmed that it is on file.
There were no neighbors present to testify.
Ms. Dantzler said that Ald. Coggs recommends approval with a warning letter.
Ald. Westmoreland moved approval with a warning letter. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)
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Minutes note: 06 DAVIS, Douglas S, Agent for "D&D's Lounge LLC", Class B Tavern, Public Entertainment Premises and Food Dealer Licenses Renewal Application for "D&D's Lounge LLC" at 3853 N Richards St. (Expires 2/14/2025)
The applicant was present with technical difficulties.
Ald. Spiker moved to hold the application to the call of the chair while the applicant resolves the technical difficulties. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)
Ald. Westmoreland moved to reconsider the application at 1:43 pm. There were no objections.
The applicant was present.
The applicant said that regarding the items on the police report, there was a particular incident with 50-60 people partying outside before he opened his business. He added that these individuals were not at his establishment and were shooting their firearms outside.
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Ms. Dantzler said that the police report said that the security guard was shot inside the premises.
The applicant said that it is not true. He added that the guard was brought in after being shot.
Ms. Dantzler asked the applicant if he knows who initiated the call.
The applicant said that he believes it came from his staff while he was assisting the victim.
Ald. Burgelis said that this is not time for exploratory conversations and suggested to hold the application.
Ald. Burgelis moved to hold the application to the call of the chair for further conversation. There were no objections. (Prevailed 4-0)
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Minutes note: 06 PHULARA, Govind, Agent for "CAPITOL KHAPTAD INC", Class A Fermented Malt and Food Dealer Licenses Renewal Application for "Capital Pantry" at 2483 W CAPITOL DR. (Expires 3/20/2025)
The applicant was present along with Mr. Singh as interpreter.
The applicant said that regarding the items on the police report, the three first items are about the same person trying to force his way in the business through the roof, that the other incident was about an individual who stole at different stores and that he was allowed to take whatever he wanted.
Individuals also present:
Ald. Zamarripa asked the applicant if they have seen the guy who made the attempts to enter the store.
The applicant said that he has not been back.
Ald. Zamarripa said the applicant that he can always file a TOR.
Ms. Dantzler asked the applicant how often they check the expiration of the perishable items.
The applicant said that everyday and that they missed a product once.
There were no neighbors present to testify.
Ms. Dantzler said that Ald. Coggs recommends approval with a warning letter.
Ald. Pratt moved approval with a warning letter. There were no objections. (Prevailed 4-0)
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Minutes note: 06 SINGH, Gurcharan, Agent for "BP Liquor Inc", Class A Malt & Class A Liquor and Food Dealer Licenses Renewal Application for "Holton Food & Liquor" at 2301 N Holton St. (Expires 3/17/2025)
The applicant was present and said that the item on the police report was a mistake and that he has taken full responsibility of the situation.
Individuals also present:
Ald. Zamarripa asked the applicant who made the mistake.
The applicant said that it was an employee and that they are checking ids for everyone ever since.
Ms. Dantzler asked if the employee has taken the formal training.
The applicant answered “yes”.
There were no neighbors present to testify.
Ms. Dantzler said that Ald. Coggs recommends approval with a warning letter.
Ald. Burgelis moved approval with a warning letter. There were no objections. (Prevailed 4-0)
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Minutes note: 06 SINGH, Gurcharan, Agent for "GP FOOD & LIQUOR, INC.", Class A Malt & Class A Liquor License Renewal Application for "Mother's Food & Liquor" at 2438 W HOPKINS St. (Expires 3/20/2025)
The applicant was present.
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Sgt. Velasquez mentioned that the item on the police report is the same one discussed with the previous application.
Ms. Dantzler said that Ald. Coggs recommends approval.
Ald. Pratt moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 4-0)
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Minutes note: 06 PATEL, Pushpak, Agent for "Mitra Midwest Operations LLC", Food Dealer License Renewal Application for "Kentucky Fried Chicken" at 2470 N MARTIN L KING DR. (Expires 3/12/2025)
Atty. Sarah Keebler appeared on behalf of the applicant.
Atty. Keebler said that the business cooperated with MPD and that they fixed the issue immediately after regarding the item on the police report.
Individuals also present:
Ms. Dantzler said that Ald. Coggs recommends approval.
Ald. Burgelis moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)
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Minutes note: 06 ANWAR, Rana F, Agent for "Azaan LLC", Extended Hours Establishments, Filling Station, Food Dealer and Weights & Measures Licenses Renewal Application for "Center St BP" at 406 W Center St. (Expires 3/19/2025)
The applicant was not present.
Ald. Westmoreland moved to hold the application to the call of the chair upon first nonappearance. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)
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Minutes note: 06 KAUR, Sandeep, Agent for "NORTH PORT FOOD & LIQUOR INC", Class A Malt & Class A Liquor and Food Dealer Licenses Renewal Application for "North Port Food & Liquor" at 3876 N PORT WASHINGTON Av. (Expires 3/21/2025)
The applicant was present along with Atty. Maistelman.
Atty. Maistelman said that the police report is accurate, that his client has been dealing with a group of people causing problems in the area, that they are working on identifying these individuals and that they will pursue the TORs for all of them.
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Ald. Zamarripa said that she is concerned about his client not calling MPD all the time for fear of having a negative impact on his record.
Atty. Maistelman said that he is working on changing that aspect. He added that they have come up with an amendment to the plan of operations which it has been distributed among the members.
Ald. Zamarripa asked if he’s trying to have the meeting at least scheduled before the CC meeting.
Atty. Maistelman said that he will reach out today/tomorrow.
Ms. Dantzler said that Ald. Coggs recommends approval with a warning letter.
Ald. Spiker moved to accept the mitigation plan presented by Atty. Maistelman including the CPTED walk through and the meeting with Safe and Sound before the CC meeting. There were no objections.
Ald. Spiker moved approval as amended with a warning letter. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0).
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Minutes note: 07 SHARMA, Sanjeev K, Agent for "RKS RETAILER INC.", Class A Fermented Malt, Food Dealer and Weights & Measures Licenses Applications for "All For Us" at 3500 W FOND DU LAC Av.
The applicant was present and said that this is an existing convenience store and that he is taking over.
There were no neighbors present to testify.
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Ald. Jackson said that he has no objections.
Ald. Spiker moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)
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Minutes note: 07 ABED, Hadi, Agent for "ABED GROUP LLC", Food Dealer License Renewal Application for "ANDY'S FOOD MARKET" at 5300 W BURLEIGH St. (Expires 2/18/2025)
The applicant was present along Atty. Sheinfeld.
Individuals also present:
Ms. Lopez said that the objection was about illegal gambling machines and that MPD verified that they are not physically there anymore.
Ald. Jackson said that he has no objections.
There were no neighbors present to testify.
Ald. Spiker moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 4-0)
Ald. Westmoreland was excused from the meeting (2:21 pm)
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Minutes note: 07 CHEN, Zhen NAN, Agent for "Touch Down Wings & Seafood Express Inc.", Food Dealer License Application for "Touch Down Wings & Seafood" at 3440 W Fond Du Lac Av.
The applicant was present along with his sister as interpreter.
The applicant said that he has over 40 years of experience in different parts of the country and that he will be based in Milwaukee. He added that he has another location in Kenosha.
Individuals also present:
Ald. Jackson said that he talked to both and that he requested a plan for clean ups.
Ms. Lopez confirmed that it was filed.
There were no neighbors present to testify.
Ald. Spiker moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 4-0)
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Minutes note: 07 GILL, Pinky, Agent for "ANGEL BRAR LLC", Class A Liquor and Food Dealer Licenses Application for "VIENNA MINI MART" at 3801 N 39TH St.
The applicant was not present.
Atty. Maistelman indicated that her client would like that the application be held.
There were no neighbors present to testify.
Ald. Burgelis moved to hold the application to the call of the chair. There were no objections. (Prevailed 4-0)
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Minutes note: 15 ORR, Katherine A, Agent for "T&T ONE STOP LLC", Class A Fermented Malt and Food Dealer Licenses Application for "T&T ONE STOP" at 1412 N 27TH St.
The applicant was present said that her plan is to sell beer, tobacco and hot food items.
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Ald. Zamarripa asked if the store is open.
The applicant said that they are not.
Mr. Ellzey (LAS for Ald. Stamper) said that Ald. Stamper is not support of this application because there is a corner store that sells beer in less than 200 feet. He added that there is a lot going on with this building with an unlicensed rooming house above the proposed store and that is not linked to this applicant.
Atty. Gresham said that the concentration and unfitness of the location must be used as basis.
Ald. Burgelis asked how they did not file for the application prior signing the lease.
The applicant said that he is new to this.
Ald. Zamarripa asked if Ald. Stamper let them know that he was not in support of this license.
Mr. Ellzey said that they both let the applicant know that they were not in support.
Ald. Zamarripa asked if the location has been licensed for alcohol before.
Ms. Melendez confirmed that the location has not been licensed for alcohol before.
The applicant said that it is very unfortunate that is not possible for them to sell beer when they have invested a lot and that she is seeking for the food license at least.
Ald. Burgelis moved denial based on denial based on concentration and aldermanic testimony. (Prevailed 4-1).
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01 OBI, Obiora C, Agent for "BOC Group LLC", Class B Tavern, Public Entertainment and Food Dealer Licenses Renewal Application with Transfer of Stock for "Oasis Jazz Bar & Grill" at 3120 W Villard Av.
03 KIESLING, Elizabeth M, Agent for "Bandit MKE LLC", Secondhand Dealer's License Renewal Application with Removing Stockholder and Transfer of Stock for "Bandit MKE" at 1224 E BRADY St.
04 JASECK, Jennifer A, Agent for "MCR Milwaukee Tenant LLC", Class B Tavern, Food Dealer and Hotel/Motel Licenses Renewal Application with Change of Agent for "Courtyard by Marriott Milwaukee Downtown" at 300 W Michigan St.
04 MOORE, Brendan E, Agent for "VINO THIRD WARD, LLC", Class B Tavern and Food Dealer Licenses Renewal Application with Change of Agent, Removing/Adding Stockholder and Transfer of Stock for "VINO THIRD WARD" at 102C N WATER St.
04 MORGAN, Jasmine A, Agent for "190 Octane Retail LLC", Class B Tavern License Transfer Application with Change of Agent for "Fat Tuesday" at 333 W JUNEAU Av #C Space 4.
04 PAR, Cheraty D, Agent for "KANO SUSHI LLC", Class B Fermented Malt, Class C Wine and Food Dealer Licenses Renewal Application with Transfer of Stock for "AWI SUSHI" at 755 N WATER St.
04 WAIS, Joseph A, Agent for "PILOT PROJECT BREWING MILWAUKEE, LLC", Class B Tavern License Renewal Application with Transfer of Stock for "PILOT PROJECT BREWING" at 1128 N 9th St.
04 WASHINGTON, Shamia, Agent for "Reign LLC", Class B Tavern and Public Entertainment Premises Licenses Transfer Application with Change of Hours From Closing 12AM Fri-Sat To Close at 1AM Fri-Sat for "Reign" at 231 E BUFFALO St.
06 ORTIZ, George L, Class B Tavern and Public Entertainment Premises Licenses Renewal Application for "Club 99" at 2579 N Pierce St.
08 CERDA, Brian, Agent for "ACHILLES ENTERPRISES, LLC", Loading Zone License Renewal Application with Change of Agent for "ACHILLES ENTERPRISES" at 2627 W LAPHAM St #115.
10 VOLP, Sichanh, Agent for "MEKONG CAFE, LLC", Class B Fermented Malt, Class C Wine, Food Dealer and Weights & Measures Licenses Renewal Application with Change of Hours From Opening 4PM Tue-Sun To Open 11AM Tue-Sun for "MEKONG CAFE" at 5930 W NORTH Av.
11 LAFFRANCHINI, Mario, Agent for "FRANKIE & JOHNNIE'S, LLC", Class B Tavern, Public Entertainment Premises and Food Dealer Licenses Renewal Application with Change of Agent for "TANINO'S" at 3525 S 76TH St.
12 EITEL, Kristyn A, Agent for "Fuel Cafe 5th Street, Inc.", Class B Tavern, Public Entertainment Premises, Food Dealer and Sidewalk Dining Licenses Renewal Application Adding Disc Jockey for "Fuel Cafe 5th Street" at 630 S 5th St.
12 SMITH, Adam L, Agent for "FREIGHT38 LLC", Class B Tavern and Public Entertainment Premises Licenses Renewal Application Removing Stockholder and Transfer of Stock for "FREIGHT 38" at 838 S 1ST St.
15 ELAYYAN, Sam M, Agent for "Automobili L.C.", Secondhand Motor Vehicle Dealer's License Application (Wholesale Only) for "Automobili L.C." at 3846 W Wisconsin Av #250.
Ald. Spiker made a motion to pull out from the "Agenda Only" the following application:
|109|MOORE, Brendan E, Agent for "VINO THIRD WARD, LLC", Class B Tavern and Food Dealer Licenses Renewal Application with Change of Agent, Removing/Adding Stockholder and Transfer of Stock for "VINO THIRD WARD" at 102C N WATER St.
The motion passed with no objections.
Ald. Spiker moved approval of the "Agenda Only" items as amended. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0) | Pass | 5:0 |
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ROGERS, Cara E Class D Operator’s License Application
ZACHER, Cassandra Class D Operator’s License Application
02 SINGH, Paramjit, Agent for "Villard Food Mart, Inc", Extended Hours Establishments, Filling Station, Food Dealer and Weights & Measures Licenses Renewal Application for "Villard Food Mart" at 5168-70 N 76th St.
15 SINGH, Kanwarvir, Agent for "Ravneet Petro Inc II", Extended Hours Establishments, Filling Station, Food Dealer and Weights & Measures Licenses Renewal Application for "Pantry 81" at 2812 W FOND DU LAC Av.
Ald. Jackson moved approval of the "Warning Letter" items. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0) | Pass | 5:0 |
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Minutes note: Ald. Pratt moved approval of the File 241645 as amended. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0) | Pass | 5:0 |
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Number
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Version
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Reference
Sponsor
THE CHAIR
Title
Motion relating to the recommendations of the Licenses Committee relating to licenses.
Drafter
CC-CC
Laurie Phillip
2/11/2025
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