City of Milwaukee - File #: 090696

• File #: 090696
• Version: 0
• Type: Motion
• Status: Passed
• File created: 9/22/2009
• In control: LICENSES COMMITTEE
• Final action: 12/1/2009
• Title: Motion relating to the recommendations of the Licenses Committee relative to licenses.
• Sponsors: THE CHAIR
• Indexes: LICENSE REVOCATION, LICENSES

Date	Ver.	Action By	Action	Result	Tally
12/1/2009	0	COMMON COUNCIL	AMENDED; Minutes note: The court reporter was sworn in. The question was put: Have the members of the Common Council read the Report and Recommendations of the Licenses Committee and the exceptions filed in thes matters? Ald. Hamilton indicated he had not done so. Pres. Hines ordered a recess at 9:32 a.m. The Common Council returned to order at 9:41 a.m. The question was put: Have the members of the Common Council read the Report and Recommendations of the Licenses Committee and the exceptions filed in thes matters? All members present indicated that they had done so. The question was put: are any of the following present and, if so, do they wish to address the Common Council? Daniel Escamilla was present. Rafael Molinari was present by Attorney Dave Sauceda. Christina Elliot Habib Manjee Ald. Bohl moved that the Common Council enter into the Committee of the Whole for taking testimony in these matters. There was no objection. Daniel Escamilla appeared and addressed the Common Council. Asst. City Attorney Tom Miller appeared and addressed the Common Council. Attorney Sauceda appeared and addressed the Common Council. Asst. City Attorney Tom Miller appeared and addressed the Common Council. Ald. Puente moved, notwithstanding the recommendation of the Committee, to renew the license of Daniel Escamilia with a 90-day suspension.	Fail	8:5
12/1/2009	0	COMMON COUNCIL	AMENDED; Minutes note: Ald. Puente moved, notwthstanding the recommendation fo the committee, to grant the license of Rafael Molinari with a 90-day suspension.	Fail	6:6
12/1/2009	0	COMMON COUNCIL	AMENDED; Minutes note: Ald. Bauman moved, notwithstanding the recommendation of the Committee, to renew the Class "B" and Tavern Amusement (Niteclub) licenses of Habib Manje, agent for Ladybug Club/618 Live on Water, LLC, with a 60-day suspension.	Pass	10:4
12/1/2009	0	COMMON COUNCIL	APPROVED; Minutes note: As amended. Ald. Bohl objected to the Committee's recommedation with respect to Jerseys Sports Pub and Grill and 4014 Lounge.	Pass	14:0
12/1/2009	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	RECOMMENDED FOR APPROVAL	Pass	5:0
11/17/2009	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 10 ESCOBAR, Valdemar, Agent for “Fiesta Garibaldi On Bluemound, LLC”, Class “B” Tavern renewal application with change of hours for “Fiesta Garibaldi” at 5108 W. Bluemound Road. (Expires 12/12/09) Special Letter Applicant at the table, 821 E. Lincoln Ave. Matarena Moreno, 463 S. Lincoln Ave., at the table as translator. The applicant says that he has new licensed employees at the location. No neighborhood objectors present when called. Grant by Ald. Kovac with a warning letter based on the police report. Prevailed 5-0.	Pass	5:0
11/17/2009	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 12 ESCOBAR, Valdemar, Agent for “Mesa Garibaldi, LLC”, Class “B” Tavern renewal application for “Fiesta Garibaldi” at 821-23 W. Lincoln Avenue. (Expires 12/12/09) Special Letter Applicant at the table, 821 E. Lincoln Ave. Matarena Moreno, 463 S. Lincoln Ave., at the table as translator. Ald. Witkowiak also at the table. Ald. Zielinski moves to make the entire police report part of the record. Prevailed 4-0. (Ald. Coggs excused) No neighborhood objectors present when called. Ald. Witkowiak says that he has no objections. Grant by Ald. Kovac with a warning letter based on the police report. Prevailed 5-0.	Pass	5:0
11/17/2009	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 12 STAMATES, Jay K., Agent for “700 Club, LLC”, Class “B” Tavern and Tavern Dance applications for “The Joint” at 700 S. 2nd Street. Special Letter Applicant at the table, 712 E. Clark St., as is Ald. Witkowiak. Ald. Witkowiak says that the location does not have a dance floor. Neighborhood objector: Julie Kaufmann, 602 S. 3rd St., owns a business adjacent to the property. She says that she was concerned about clarification of the business plan and that recent e-mails to the applicant were unanswered. Ms. Kaufmann says that she has now received clarification about the plan of operation, including the fact that the business will not be a strip club. Ald. Witkowiak says that he has no objections. Grant by Ald. Hamilton despite items contained in the notice. Prevailed 5-0.	Pass	5:0
11/17/2009	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 12 BROWN, Sonja K., Agent for “Union House, LLC”, Class “B” Tavern and Record Spin renewal applications for “Union House” at 700 S. 2nd Street. (Expires 12/19/09) Special Letter Applicant not appearing. Ald. Hamilton moves to hold to the call of the chair. Prevailed 5-0.	Pass	5:0
11/17/2009	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 12 MERCADO SANCHEZ, Rogelio, Class “B” Tavern renewal application and NEW Tavern Dance and Extended Hours Establishment applications for “Taco Riendo” at 1631 W. Mitchell Street. (Class ‘B’ Tavern renewal expires 11/08/09; filed late) Special Letter Applicant at the table, 1631 W. Mitchell St. Atty. Andew Arena appearing as counsel. Dawn Palma, 2487 S. 15th St., at the table as translator. The applicant seeks to withdraw the Tavern Dance application and previously withdrew the Extended Hours license with the License Division. Ald. Hamilton moves to accept the withdrawal of the Tavern Dance application. Prevailed 5-0. No neighborhood objectors present when called. Ald. Witkowiak has no objections. Grant by Ald. Zielinski, as amended, despite items contained in the notice. Prevailed 5-0.	Pass	5:0
11/17/2009	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 06 HARRIS, Michael A., Junk Collector (Truck) application for “MPH Automotive” at 3707 N. Richards Street. New Location Special Letter Applicant not appearing. Ald. Zielinski moves to deny based on non-appearance. Prevailed 5-0.	Pass	5:0
11/17/2009	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 12 MOLINARI, Rafael, Class “B” Tavern and Tavern Dance renewal applications with change of hours for “La Borinquena” at 1503 W. Arthur Avenue. (Expires 12/15/09) Special Letter Applicant at the table, 1505 W. Arthur Ave., and Atty. Dave Sauceda at the table as counsel. Ald. Witkowiak also at the table. Neighborhood objectors: Pastor Chester Schmear, 1436 W. Arthur Ave., is opposed to the license. Dawn Palma, 2487 S. 15th St., is opposed to the license. Ald. Witkowiak says he is not in support of the license being renewed. Atty. Sauceda says that the applicant has doormen at the door and that calls to the police about the location have decreased. Ald. Zielinski moves for non-renewal of the license based on neighborhood objections. Prevailed 3-2. (Ald. Kovac and Ald. Coggs voting "no")	Pass	3:2
11/17/2009	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 06 CARTER, Tony M., Class “B” Tavern, Instrumental Music and Record Spin renewal applications for “Ray’s Rhythm & Blues Lounge” at 2712 N. Martin Luther King Jr. Drive. (Expires 12/12/09) Special Letter Applicant at the table, 5477 N. 38th St. No neighborhood objector present when called. Ald. Coggs says that she received a letter from the Business Improvement District in support of the license, but says that she has also received calls from neighbors about noise and gunshots in the area. She also says that she is concerned that the applicant did not call the police when a shooting occurred at the bar. Grant by Ald. Coggs with a 10-day suspension based on items contained in the police report. Prevailed 3-1. (Ald. Bohl voting "no" and Ald. Zielinski excused)	Pass	3:1
11/17/2009	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 06 JABER, Fathi M., Agent for “Y & K Enterprises, LLC”, Class “A” Liquor & Malt renewal application for “Mother’s Food & Liquor” at 2438 W. Hopkins Street. (Expires 12/10/09) Special Letter Applicant at the table, 1023 S. 34th St. Gurinder Singh, Manager of the location, also at the table. No neighborhood objectors present when called. Ald. Coggs says that she has been contacted by neighbors about loitering at the location. Mr. Singh says that he will go outside and ask people who are loitering to disperse. Grant by Ald. Coggs despite items contained in the notice. Prevailed 3-0. (Ald. Zielinski and Ald. Hamilton excused)	Pass	3:0
11/17/2009	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 06 WENDORF, Cathrine J., Agent for “Mercantile Thrift Stores, Inc.”, Secondhand Dealer renewal application for “Value Village” at 324 W. North Avenue. (Expires 12/31/09) Special Letter Applicant at the table, 5380 S. 13th St. No neighborhood objectors present when called. Grant by Ald. Coggs despite items contained in the notice. Prevailed 3-0. (Ald. Hamilton and Ald. Zielinski excused)	Pass	3:0
11/17/2009	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	HELD TO CALL OF THE CHAIR	Pass	4:0
11/17/2009	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 14 ELLIOT, Christina M., Agent for “Competitive Ventures, LLC”, Class “B” Tavern, Tavern Dance and Video Game Center renewal applications for “Jerseys Sports Pub & Grill and 4014 Lounge” at 4014-24 S. Howell Avenue. (Expires 12/15/09) Special Letter Applicant at the table, 2712 S. 49th St. Atty. Richard Haney also at the table as counsel. The applicant says that she has hired a new manager and new security for the business. She says that Rodney Lass is no longer involved in the business. Neighborhood objectors present: Jennifer Hansen, 1123 E. Norwich St., is in opposition to the license. Denise Borzynski, 119 E. Norwich St., is in opposition to the license. Kelly Murphy, 4021 S. Burrell St., directly behind the bar's volleyball court. She says that problems have increased with the current licensee and she has the same concerns as the previous objectors. Ms. Murphy also says that women in bikinis have washed motorcycles in front of the establishment. Ms. Murphy also says that a man named Rodney came to her house on October 31st representing the bar. She says that Rodney is the only person who has represented the bar to her. Pat Murphy, 4021 S. Burrell St., husband of Kelly Murphy. He is in opposition to the license. Atty. Schrimpf says that the city ordinance prohibits the wearing of bathing suits in the public highways of the city. Ms. Murphy says that she called the police about the bikini motorcycle washes, but was told that the wearing of string bikinis was acceptable. Atty. Haney says that Rodney Lass was not sent by the bar, but that a different person was sent to talk to the neighbors. He also says that the licensee says she was at the bar herself on October 31st and was answering all calls to the bar. Ald. Zielinski asked what would be done differently from the previous year by the applicant. Atty. Haney says that the applicant will now be the contact person for the bar and Mr. Lass will no longer be involved. He also says that the bar recently spent $2000 on new netting for the volleyball court. The applicant says that she has not received any calls from any neighbors and that she wants a good relationship with her neighbors. Ald. Zielinski moves renewal with a 45-day suspension and denial of the permanent extension of the Class "B" Tavern license (patio and volleyball court). Motion withdrawn by Ald. Zielinski. Ald. Zielinski moves renewal with a 45-day suspension based on the police report and neighborhood objections. Prevailed 3-2. (Ald. Bohl and Ald. Coggs voting "no")	Pass	3:2
11/17/2009	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 11 RAFFAELLI, Sean A., Agent for “Wrecking Crew, Inc.”, Class “B” Tavern, Tavern Dance, Video Game Center and Billiard Hall applications for “Laveers” at 6828 W. Oklahoma Avenue. Special Letter Applicant at the table, 6630 Hill Ridge Dr., Greendale. Ald. Dudzik also at the table. The applicant says that he is applying for the same licenses that the current licensee has at the location. No neighborhood objectors present when called. Ald. Dudzik says that the location has not been particularly problematic. He also said that he hopes that the applicant will have security at the location. Ald. Zielinski at the table at 8:28 a.m. The applicant says that there will be security on the weekend nights. Grant by Ald. Zielinski despite items contained in the notice. Prevailed 5-0.	Pass	5:0
11/17/2009	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 08 ALVAREZ HERNANDEZ, Jose D., Agent for “La Terraza Restaurante, LLC”, Class “B” Tavern application for “Taqueria La Terraza” at 3447 W. Forest Home Avenue. New Location Special Letter Applicant at the table, 9454 S. Howell Ave. Dagoberto Ibarra, --W. National Ave. at the table as translator and Ald. Donovan also at the table. Ald. Donovan says that he has no objections to the license. No neighborhood objectors present when called. Grant by Ald. Coggs. Prevailed 5-0.	Pass	5:0
11/17/2009	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 08 BOHORQUEZ, John J., Agent for “Bohorquez & Sons, Inc.”, Class “B” Beer-Service Bar Only application for “Mekato’s Bakery & Café” at 3500 W. National Avenue. New Location Special Letter Applicant at the table, 3500 W. National Ave. Ald. Donovan also at the table. Ald. Donovan says that he has no objections to the license. No neighborhood objectors present when called. Grant by Ald. Kovac. Prevailed 5-0.	Pass	5:0
11/17/2009	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 08 JANIS, Joshua J., Agent for “A Symbol Like Prince, LLC”, Class “B” Tavern renewal application and NEW Tavern Dance application for “The Sin Bin” at 3830 W. National Avenue. (Expires 12/10/09) Special Letter Applicant at the table, 3301 W. Ruskin St. Ald. Donovan also at the table. Ald. Donovan says that he has concerns about the Tavern Dance application in a neighborhood that is trying to make improvements. He says that he would prefer that the licensee take out Special Party permits to create a track record. The applicant says that he believes that he has the experience to handle any problems with the Tavern Dance license. Ald. Zielinski moves to deny the Tavern Dance license and to grant the Class "B" Tavern license contingent upon payment of the outstanding fees owed to the city. The applicant says that he wants to withdraw the Tavern Dance application. Ald. Coggs move to accept the withdrawal of the Tavern Dance application. Prevailed 5-0. Ald. Zielinski amends his motion and moves to grant the Class "B" Tavern application, as amended, contingent upon the payment of outstanding fees owed to the city. Prevailed 5-0. Ald. Zielinski moves to reconsider the matter. Prevailed 5-0. Neighborhood objectors present: Larry Schubel, 3826 W. National Ave., Rear Apartment, lives next door the location. He says that when the applicant is not present at the location, the music is turned up and . He also says that patrons from the location go onto his property during the applicant's Opening Day party and urinate, which Mr. Schubel witnessed with video surveillance. Josefina Abad, 818 S. 39th St., lives behind the bar across the alley. Arlene Abad, 818 S. 39th St., acting as translator. Mrs. Abad says that there are parking issues and noise caused by the business as well as patrons urinating in their yard. She says that she also has to clean up trash from the business on her property. Ald. Zielinski moves to grant the Class "B" Tavern application with a warning letter based on neighborhood objections, as amended, contingent upon the payment of outstanding fees owed to the city by Tuesday, November 24th. Prevailed 4-1. (Ald. Bohl voting "no")	Pass	4:1
11/17/2009	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 02 TATUM, Karl D., Agent for “Idea Development Group, Inc.”, Precious Metals & Gem Dealer application for “Idea Development Group” at 5500 W. Fond du Lac Avenue. Special Letter Applcant at the table, as is Sherman Morton, Legislative Aide for District 2. No neighborhood objectors present when called. Mr. Morton says that Ald. Davis has no objections. Grant by Ald. Hamilton. Prevailed 5-0.	Pass	5:0
11/17/2009	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 02 SMITH, Eugene F., Class “B” Tavern, Tavern Dance and Bowling Alley applications for “The Sport Lane Lounge” at 6315 W. Fond du Lac Avenue. Special Letter Applicant at the table, P.O. Box 12063, 53212. Sherman Morton, Legislative Aide for District 2 also at the table, as is Atty. Lena Taylor as counsel. Mr. Morton says that Ald. Davis is in support of the applicant. No neighborhood objectors present when called. Grant by Ald. Coggs. Prevailed 5-0.	Pass	5:0
11/17/2009	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 13 ABUKHARMA, Omar A., Agent for “Packard Liquor & Tobacco, LLC”, Class “A” Malt application for “Airport Pantry” at 4270 S. Howell Avenue. Special Letter Applicant at the table, 2441 S. 18th St. No neighborhood objectors present when called. Grant by Ald. Zielinski. Prevailed 5-0.	Pass	5:0
11/17/2009	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 02 TATUM, Karl D., Agent for “Idea Development Group, Inc.”, Precious Metals & Gem Dealer application for “Idea Development Group” at 7410 W. Capitol Drive. Special Letter Applicant at the table, 4535 W. North Ave., as is Sherman Morton, Legislative Aide for District 2. Mr. Tatum says that he does not retail sales at any of his locations and that the business is not a pawn shop. No neighborhood objectors present when called. Mr. Morton says that Ald. Davis has no objections. Grant by Ald. Kovac. Prevailed 5-0.	Pass	5:0
11/17/2009	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 06 SHANAA, Fayez A., Agent for “Shanaa Grocery, Inc.”, Class “A” Malt renewal application for “Mr. F Foods” at 3246 N. 15th Street. (Expires 12/16/09) Special Letter Applicant at the table, 2681 S. 51st St. Atty. Jason Clemen appearing as counsel. Wajeeh Shanaa, Manager of the location, also appearing. No neighborhood objectors present when called. Neighborhood supporter: Mary Gofoe, 3140 N. 14th St., Captain of the Block Watch Association, is in support of the license. Ald. Coggs says that she did receive complaints about loud noise and littering at the location. Atty. Clemen says that there are surveillance cameras on the building, and that the employees of the business tell loiterers to disperse. Grant by Ald. Coggs. Prevailed 5-0.	Pass	5:0
11/17/2009	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 13 GOODNETTER, John M., Agent for “Goodnetter Auto Sales, Inc. III”, Secondhand Motor Vehicle Dealer application for “Goodnetter Auto Sales III” at 600 E. Layton Avenue. Special Letter Applicant at the table, 1720 Arrowhead Court, Elm Grove. No neighborhood objectors present when called. Grant by Ald. Coggs. Prevailed 5-0.	Pass	5:0
11/17/2009	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 14 CHEN, Rong D., Class “B” Beer and “C” Wine-Service Bar Only applications for “China King” at 2982 S. Chase Avenue. New Location Special Letter Applicant at the table, 2982 S. Chase Ave., 53207. Sandy Golden, representing Chase Avenue Plaza, at the table. No neighborhood objectors present when called. Grant by Ald. Zielinski. Prevailed 3-0. (Ald. Coggs and Ald. Kovac excused)	Pass	3:0
11/17/2009	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 13 SANTOS, Hilario & SANTOS, Jose M., Junk Collector (Truck) partnership application for “Santos Junker Relocator” at 1906 W. Windlake Avenue. New Location Special Letter Applicants not appearing. Ald. Kovac moves to hold to the call of the chair. Prevailed 5-0.	Pass	5:0
11/17/2009	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 06 JOHNSON, Saprina, Class “B” Tavern renewal application for “Champ’s Club House” at 2979 N. 8th Street. (Expires 11/25/09) Special Letter Applicant at the table, 4919 W. Medford Ave. #A. Clarence Miller, Manager of the bar, 2663 N. 47th St. also at the table. No neighborhood objectors present when called. Grant by Ald. Coggs despite items contained in the notice. Prevailed 3-0. (Ald. Hamilton and Ald. Kovac excused)	Pass	3:0
11/17/2009	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 06 MC DOWELL, Lyle A., Class “B” Tavern and Record Spin renewal applications for “Club 2-C” at 3478 N. 2nd Street. (Expires 12/20/09) Special Letter Applicant at the table, 3606 N. 2nd St. The applicant submits a plan of operation to the committee detailing changes that he plans to make and has made at the establishment. No neighborhood objectors appearing when called. Ald. Coggs moves to make the document detailing changes to the business submitted by the applicant part of the record. Prevailed 5-0. Ald. Coggs moves to grant with a 10-day suspension based on matters contained in the police report. Prevailed 4-1. (Ald. Bohl voting "no").	Pass	4:1
11/17/2009	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 06 RAYMOND, John M., Agent for “Conundrum, Inc.”, Class “B” Tavern renewal application for “Roots Restaurant” at 1818 N. Hubbard Street. (Expires 12/20/09) Special Letter Applicant at the table, 1521 Ridgeview Court, Grafton. Neighborhood objector: Paul Robb, 1801 N. Commerce St., is opposed to the license. Ald. Coggs moves to make a photo provided by Mr. Robb of his residence's proximity to the business. Prevailed 3-0. (Ald. Hamilton and Ald. Kovac excused) Ald. Coggs moves to hold to the call of the chair. Prevailed 3-0. (Ald. Hamilton and Ald. Kovac excused) Ald. Kovac moves to reconsider. Prevailed 5-0. The applicant says that he has made an effort to work the neighbors and has given suspensions to employees that do not follow the rules. He also says that he will make further efforts to soundproof. The condominium tenants were present prior to operation of the tavern, but both buildings were constructed at the same time. The establishment does host private events, which might have 40 people exiting simultaneously; the establishment does curtail as much as it can how people exit. Ald. Coggs feels that further attempts must be made to work with the adjacent neighbors before any more party permits are issued. Grant, with a warning letter based on testimony from the neighbor, by Ald. Coggs. Prevailed 5-0.	Pass	5:0
11/17/2009	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: CAPPS, Rebekah J., Class “D” Bartender application. Special Letter Applicant at the table. There are no police items within the past 5 years, but there were two operating while intoxicated citations within the past 10 years. Grant by Ald. Kovac. Prevailed 4-0. (Ald. Bohl excused)	Pass	4:0
11/17/2009	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: EHLTS, Chelsea R., Class “D” Bartender application. Special Letter Applicant at the table. Grant by Ald. Kovac. Prevailed 3-1. (Ald. Coggs voting 'no"; Ald. Bohl excused)	Pass	3:1
11/17/2009	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: WERNER, John A., Class “D” Bartender application. Special Letter Applicant not appearing. Deny, based on non-appearance, by Ald. Zielinski. Prevailed 5-0.	Pass	5:0
11/17/2009	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: AVILA, Jorge, Class “D” Bartender renewal application. (Expires 12/31/09) Special Letter Applicant not appearing. Hold to the call of the chair by Ald. Coggs. Prevailed 5-0.	Pass	5:0
11/17/2009	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: ROBERTS, Kevin E., Class “D” Bartender application. Special Letter Applicant at the table. Grant by Ald. Hamilton. Prevailed 5-0.	Pass	5:0
11/17/2009	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: PALEK, Leonard E., Class “D” Bartender application. Special Letter Applicant not appearing. Hold to the call of the chair by Ald. Kovac. Prevailed 4-0. (Ald. Bohl excused)	Pass	4:0
11/17/2009	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: PATEL, Bijal J., Class “D” Bartender application. Special Letter Applicant requested, via the License Division, that this application be held. Hold to the call of the chair by Ald. Kovac. Prevailed 4-0. (Ald. Bohl excused)	Pass	4:0
11/17/2009	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: MAILO PODEWILS, Koke, Class “D” Bartender application. Special Letter Applicant at the table. Grant by Ald. Zielinski. Prevailed 4-0. (Ald. Bohl excused)	Pass	4:0
11/17/2009	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: BRUEGGEMANN, Joseph H., Class “D” Bartender renewal application. (Expires 12/31/09) Special Letter Applicant not appearing. Hold to the call of the chair by Ald. Hamilton. Prevailed 5-0.	Pass	5:0
11/17/2009	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: CABRAAL-GAMBLIN, Sakura H., Class “D” Bartender renewal application. (Expires 12/31/09) Special Letter Applicant not appearing. Hold to the call of the chair by Ald. Zielinski. Prevailed 5-0.	Pass	5:0
11/17/2009	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: BARBIERE, Anthony F., Class “D” Bartender renewal application. (Expires 12/31/09) Special Letter Applicant at the table. Grant, with a warning letter, by Ald. Hamilton. Prevailed 5-0.	Pass	5:0
11/17/2009	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: KAZIK, Cameron E., Class “D” Bartender application. Special Letter Applicant at the table. Deny, based on the police report, by Ald. Hamilton. Prevailed 4-0. (Ald. Bohl excused)	Pass	4:0
11/17/2009	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: ESCAMILLA, Daniel, Class “D” Bartender renewal application. (Expires 12/31/09) Special Letter Applicant not at the table. Deny, based on the police report, by Ald. Zielinski. Prevailed 5-0.	Pass	5:0
11/17/2009	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: GHOTRA, Jaggi S., Class “D” Bartender renewal application. (Expires 12/31/09) Special Letter Applicant at the table. Amarjit Singh, 320 W. Scott St., at the table as translator. Grant, holding open the 8/11/09 pending charge, by Ald. Kovac. Prevailed 5-0.	Pass	5:0
11/17/2009	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: JACOBSON, Laura J., Class “D” Bartender renewal application. (Expires 12/31/09) Special Letter Applicant not appearing. Hold to the call of the chair by Ald. Hamilton. Prevailed 5-0.	Pass	5:0
11/17/2009	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: HOLTER, Katherina L., Class “D” Bartender renewal application. (Expires 12/31/09) Special Letter Applicant at the table. Atty. Michael Hart also at the table. Grant by Ald. Hamilton. Prevailed 4-1. (Ald. Coggs voting "no")	Pass	5:0
11/17/2009	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: HERNANDEZ-BAKULA, Alexis E., Class “D” Bartender renewal application. (Expires 12/31/09) Special Letter Applicant not appearing. Hold to the call of the chair by Ald. Kovac. Prevailed 5-0.	Pass	5:0
11/17/2009	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: HEATER, Richard A., Class “D” Bartender renewal application. (Expires 12/31/09) Special Letter Applicant not appearing. Hold to the call of the chair, by Ald. Hamilton. Prevailed 5-0.	Pass	5:0
11/17/2009	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: MAGESTRO, Nina M., Class “D” Bartender renewal application. (Expires 12/31/09) Special Letter Applicant at the table, 2547 S. Howell Ave. Grant with a warning letter based on the police report by Ald. Zielinski. Prevailed 4-1. (Ald. Coggs voting "no")	Pass	4:1
11/17/2009	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: NUELL, Marcus A., Class “D” Bartender renewal application. (Expires 12/31/09) Special Letter Applicant not appearing. Hold to the call of the chair by Ald. Zielinski. Prevailed 5-0.	Pass	5:0
11/17/2009	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: RAFKO, Megan L., Class “D” Bartender renewal application. (Expires 12/31/09) Special Letter The applicant requests through the License Division that the application be held. Hold to the call of the chair by Ald. Zielinski. Prevailed 5-0.	Pass	5:0
11/17/2009	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: VOELL, George M., Class “D” Bartender renewal application. (Expires 12/31/09) Special Letter Applicant at the table, 1444 N. 51st St. Grant by Ald. Hamilton despite items contained in the notice. Prevailed 4-0. (Ald. Coggs excused)	Pass	4:0
11/17/2009	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: ZEHNER, Brenda R., Class “D” Bartender renewal application. (Expires 12/31/09) Special Letter Applicant at the table, 15190 W. Fenway Dr., New Berlin. The applicant says that she went through treatment and alcohol education classes and no longer drinks. Ald. Zielinski moves to make a letter from the applicant's employer and a letter from Waukesha County part of the record. Prevailed 5-0. (Exhibits 1 and 2) Ald. Hamilton moves to grant with a warning letter based on the police report. Prevailed 4-1. (Ald. Coggs voting "no")	Pass	4:1
11/17/2009	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: LITTLE, SR., Dewayne E., Agent for “Wiki Construction Company, Inc.”, Home Improvement Contractor application for “Wiki Construction Company” at 948 N. 34th Street. Special Letter New Location Applicant at the table, 948 N. 34th St. Grant by Ald. Hamilton despite items contained in the notice. Prevailed 3-0. (Ald. Coggs and Ald. Zielinski excused)	Pass	3:0
11/17/2009	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: MADRID SOTO, Heliodoro, Home Improvement Contractor renewal application for “Madrid General Construction” at 1315 S. 14th Street. (Expired 2/28/09) Special Letter Applicant not appearing. Hold to the call of the chair by Ald. Kovac. Prevailed 3-0. (Ald. Coggs and Ald. Zielinski excused)	Pass	3:0
11/17/2009	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: MORRIS, Ronald G., Agent for “GQS Enterprises, LLC”, Home Improvement Contractor application for “GQS Enterprises” at 9520 W. Fond du Lac Avenue. Special Letter New Location Applicant at the table, 9520 W. Fond du Lac Ave., #12. Ald. Coggs moves to make a collection of letters of support submitted by the applicant part of the record. Prevailed 4-0. (Ald. Zielinski excused) Grant by Ald. Kovac despite items in the notice. Prevailed 4-0. (Ald. Zielinski excused)	Pass	4:0
11/17/2009	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 03 KOPP, David A., Agent for “Illuminati, LLC”, Class “B” Tavern and Instrumental Music renewal applications with change of member and shareholder for “Bremen Café” at 901 E. Clarke Street. (Expires 12/10/09) Special Letter Applicant at the table, 2628 N. Humboldt Ave., #103. No neighborhood objectors present when called. Ald. Kovac says that he has received noise and litter complaints from a few neighbors. Grant by Ald. Kovac with a warning letter based on the police report. Prevailed 5-0.	Pass	5:0
11/17/2009	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 03 SOBELMAN, Melanie L., Agent for “TGG Grill, LLC”, Class “B” Beer and “C” Wine-Service Bar Only applications for “Sobelmans Tallgrass Grill” at 1952 N. Farwell Avenue. New Location Special Letter Applicant not appearing. No neighborhood objectors present when called. Hold to the call of the chair by Ald. Kovac. Prevailed 5-0.	Pass	5:0
11/17/2009	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 03 SIDOFF, Cynthia L., Agent for “VTT Enterprises, Inc.”, Class “B” Tavern and Instrumental Music applications for “Von Trier Tavern” at 2235 N. Farwell Avenue. Special Letter Applicant at the table, 910 E. Donges Lane, Bayside. John Sidoff, 910 E. Donges Lane, also at the table. No neighborhood objectors present when called. The applicants also own Hooligan's across the street from the tavern. Grant by Ald. Kovac. Prevailed 5-0.	Pass	5:0
11/17/2009	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 04 JAMES, Brian H., Agent for “Centercourt 1118, LLC”, Class “B” Tavern, Tavern Dance and Video Game Center applications for “Centercourt” at 1118 N. 4th Street. Applicant at the table, 10326 N. Fountainbleau Ct. Rick Cohen, 115 W. Silver Spring Dr., business partner. Ald. Bauman asks that the applicants indicate which specific music they are planning to play. He says that the applicants have checked every type of music on the application and that he does not support applications that indicate all types of music. The applicants amendeliminate all types of music except Classic Rock, Country, Hard Rock, Easy Listening, and Modern Rock. Ald. Zielinski moves to accept the amended application. Prevailed 5-0. Grant by Ald. Zielinski as amended. Prevailed 5-0.	Pass	5:0
11/17/2009	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 03 PALMER, Gary I., Agent for “Amoy, LLC”, Class “B” Tavern and Tavern Dance applications for “Amoy” at 1533 E. Belleview Place. New Location Special Letter Applicant at the table, 9307 N. Joyce Ave. The applicant says that he wants to withdraw the Tavern Dance application. Ald. Zielinski moves to accept the withdrawal of the Tavern Dance application. Prevailed 5-0. Neighborhood objectors present: Terry Kinness, 2494 N. Bartlett Ave., Riverside Park Neighborhood Association. She says that the neighbors are concerned about problems generated by taverns and are in opposition to a tavern in the residential area. Jeff Jordan, 2633 N. Hackett Ave., says that there are already too many alcohol establishments in the area. Mary Smith, 2619 N. Newhall St., is opposed to the license and says that over the past three months, the property has not been maintained outside. Ald. Hamilton moves to make three pictures of the front of the building taken October 24th and November 15th showing debris on the property submitted by Ms. Smith part of the record. Prevailed 5-0. (Exhibit 1) Susan Caroll, 2572 N. Newhall St., is concerned about potential parking problems and noise. She is not in support of the license. Collette Cole, 2623 N. Newhall St., is opposed to the license. Trevor Danielsen, 2613 N. Newhall St., is opposed to the license. Robert Berka, 3830 Cora Lane, Ridgefield, owns 1600 to 1614 E. Belleview Place and is opposed to the license due to concerns about parking. Else Ankel, 3368 N. Bartlett Ave., is opposed to the license due to concerns about parking. She also says that there is not a need for an additional liquor establishment. Dzidra Benish, 2574 N. Bartlett Ave., is opposed to the license. Carol Kertz, 1611 E. Belleview St., is opposed to the license. Supporters: Derrick Roach, 6460 N. 91st St., hired to help maintain the property. He is in support of the license. Margie Merciful, 4856 N. 25th St., business partner. She is in support of the license. Ald. Coggs moves to make a plan of operation submitted by Ms. Merciful part of the permanent record. Prevailed 4-0. (Ald. Zielinski excused) (Exhibit 2) Dawn Jones, 3046 S. 47th St., real estate agent for the applicant. She is in support of the license. Barney Moore, 4200 N. Morris Blvd., Shorewood, financial advisor to the applicant. He is in support of the license. Carl Sira, 1000 E. Summers Dr., Oak Creek., business associate. He is in support of the licensee. Winston Mabuya, 1019 W. Silver Spring Drive, friend of the applicant. He is in support of the licensee. The applicant says that the business will not be a tavern or a club and that he is sensitive to the issues of the neighbors. He also says that he does not feel that he should be punished for the previous issues with alcohol establishments in the area and that he is planning extra space for parking. Deny by Ald. Kovac based on neighborhood objections. Prevailed 4-0. (Ald. Coggs excused)	Pass	4:0
11/17/2009	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 04 DAY HOURIGAN, Dawn M., Agent for “Captain Frederick Pabst Mansion, Inc.”, Class “B” Beer-Service Bar Only application for “Captain Frederick Pabst Mansion” at 2000 W. Wisconsin Avenue. New Location Special Letter Applicant at the table, 17806 Old Yorkville Road, Union Grove. Ald. Bauman also at the table. Ald. Bauman has no objections. Grant by Ald. Coggs. Prevailed 5-0.	Pass	5:0
11/17/2009	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 04 WATANASOOK, Duangritt, Agent for “Tai Maki, LLC”, Class “B” Tavern application for “Tai Maki” at 315 E. Wisconsin Avenue. New Location Applicant at the table, 315 E. Wisconsin Ave. Ald. Bauman also at the table. The alcohol service will be service-bar only. Ald. Bauman says that he has no objections. Grant by Ald. Kovac. Prevailed 5-0.	Pass	5:0
11/16/2009	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 01 JONES, Arlis R., Agent for “Mr. J Enterprises, Inc.”, Class “B” Tavern and Tavern Amusement (Cabaret/Nite Club) applications for “ARJ’s Panache Lounge” at 4034 W. Good Hope Road. New Location Special Letter Applicant at the table, 8648 N. Servite Dr. Mr. Jones says that he wants to be a positive influence in the City of Milwaukee. No citizens appearing to testify when called. Grant by Ald. Hamilton. Prevailed 4-0. (Ald. Zielinski excused)	Pass	4:0
11/16/2009	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 01 WILLIAMS-YOUNG, Kimberly V., Agent for “Kimbees Liquor II, LLC”, Class “A” Liquor & Malt application for “Kimbees Liquor II” at 3510 W. Silver Spring Drive. Special Letter Applicant at the table, 8970 W. Hustis St. The applicant says that she has been operating a liquor store on N. 27th Street for the past three years. Ald. Zielinski at the table at 9:15 a.m. The applicant says that she wants to increase security at the location. Ald. Hamilton says that the applicant is more willing than the current licensee to communicate with the community. No neighborhood objectors present when called. Two citizens attended the meeting in support of the the licensee. Ald. Hamilton moves to grant despite items contained in the notice. Prevailed 5-0.	Pass	5:0
11/16/2009	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 15 TATUM, Karl D., Agent for “Idea Development Group, Inc.”, Precious Metals & Gem Dealer application for “Idea Development Group” at 1312 W. Vliet Street. New Location Special Letter Applicant at the table, 4076 N. 63rd St. Alex Runner, Staff Assistant to Ald. Willie Hines, also at the table. No neighborhood objectors appearing when called. Mr. Runner says that the alderman's office is in support of the application. Grant by Ald. Hamilton, despite items in the notice. Prevailed 4-0. (Ald. Zielinski excused)	Pass	4:0
11/16/2009	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 15 KING-GRAY, Kanisha T., Class “B” Tavern and Tavern Amusement (Cabaret/Nite Club) renewal applications with change of entertainment and NEW permanent extension of the premises to include new restrooms, ventilation, sprinkler systems and exits to increase capacity for “Club Passion” at 2579 N. Teutonia Avenue. (Expires 12-15-09) Special Letter Applicant at the table, 4422 N. 85th St. Alex Runner, Staff Assistant to Ald. Willie Hines, also at the table. The applicant says that she would like to withdraw the permanent extension application. Ald. Kovac moves to accept the withdrawal of the extension of premises application. Prevailed 4-0. (Ald. Zielinski excused) Mr. Runner says that the extension of premise was a concern to the neighbors. He says that the alderman's office is not in objection to the tavern application. Virginia DuPriest, 2450 N. 14th St., says that the proposed increased capacity of the club was the main concern of the neighbors. She also says that if there were one place for patrons to park at the location, it would be an improvement. Ald. Hamilton moves to grant despite items contained in the notice, as amended. Prevailed 4-0. (Ald. Zielinsk excused)	Pass	4:0
11/16/2009	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	HELD TO CALL OF THE CHAIR	Pass	5:0
9/22/2009	0	COMMON COUNCIL	ASSIGNED TO

Number

090696

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Original

Reference

Sponsor

The Chair

Title

Motion relating to the recommendations of the Licenses Committee relative to licenses.

Body:

The Common Council of the City of Milwaukee hereby accepts the recommendations of the Licenses Committee as contained in the listings attached to this file.

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