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File #: 221613    Version: 0
Type: Motion Status: In Council-Approval
File created: 2/7/2023 In control: COMMON COUNCIL
On agenda: Final action: 2/28/2023
Effective date:    
Title: Motion relating to the recommendations of the Licenses Committee relative to licenses.
Sponsors: THE CHAIR
Indexes: LICENSES
Attachments: 1. List of Applications Special 2-28-23, 2. List of Applications, 3. 09:00 AM, 4. 09:10 AM, 5. 09:15 AM, 6. 09:20 AM, 7. 09:25 AM, 8. 09:30 AM Updated, 9. 09:30 AM, 10. 09:40 AM, 11. 09:50 AM, 12. 09:55 AM, 13. 10:00 AM, 14. 10:05 AM, 15. 10:10 AM, 16. 10:15 AM, 17. 10:30 AM Duncan, 18. 10:30 AM Nava, 19. 10:35 AM, 20. 10:40 AM, 21. 10:50 AM, 22. 11:00 AM, 23. 11:05 AM, 24. 11:10 AM, 25. 11:15 AM, 26. 11:30 AM, 27. 11:45 AM, 28. 11:50 AM, 29. 11:55 AM, 30. 2.28.23 BART.pdf, 31. 2.28.23 LC.pdf, 32. 2.28.23 LC.pdf, 33. Post Council Letters
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2/28/20230 LICENSES COMMITTEE AMENDED

Minutes note: Agenda Only VERGIS, Alicia R, Agent for "Wisconsin Repossessors LLC", Recycling, Salvaging or Towing Vehicle License Renewal Applications with Change of Vehicles for "Wisconsin Repossessors" at 9802 W SCHLINGER Av. 04 CHARNEY, David, Agent for "THE BLATZ CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION", Loading Zone License Renewal Application with Change of Agent for "THE BLATZ CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION" at 270 E HIGHLAND Av. 04 GITTER, Travis M, Agent for "Button Block Holdings LLC", Class B Tavern and Food Dealer License Renewal Applications with Change of Agent for "Homewood Suites Hotel" at 500 N Water St. 04 HAUPER, John P, 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 LANGENOHL, Joshua J, Agent for "LEVY PREMIUM FOODSERVICE LIMITED PARTNERSHIP", Class B Tavern, Public Entertainment Premises and Center for Visual and Performing Arts License Renewal Applications with Change of Agent for "Levy @ Milwaukee Symphony" at 212 W WISCONSIN Av. 06 FEEST, Richard H, Agent for "Pinkey's Capital Auto Body Corp", Recycling, Salvaging or Towing Premise-Additional Yard License Renewal Application with Removing and Adding Stockholder for "Pinkey's Capital Auto Body" at 3819 N HUBBARD St. 06 FEEST, Richard H, Agent for "PINKEY'S CAPITAL AUTO BODY CORP", Recycling, Salvaging, or Towing Premises License Renewal Application with Removing and Adding Stockholder for "PINKEY'S CAPITAL AUTO BODY INC./SALES/SALVAGE" at 255 E ABERT Pl.) 06 JOHNSON, Ladiama, Agent for "Diamond Vision Investments LLC", Waiver Request of the Time Limit to Receive the Class B Tavern, Public Entertainment Premises and Food Dealer Licenses Application for "Cream City Social Eatery" at 432 E Center St. 09 CARTAGENA REYES, Orlando J, Agent for "Mexiboricua Restaurant, LLC", Waiver Request of the Time Limit to Receive the Food Dealer License Application for "Mexiboricua Restaurant" at 8015 N 76th St. 10 FERN, William W, Agent for "MC ZARS II, LLC", Class B Tavern, Public Entertainment Premises and Food Dealer License Renewal Applications Adding 1 Amusement Machine (Total of 4) for "MC GINNS" at 5901 W BLUE MOUND Rd. 10 HUDSON, Bryan L, Agent for "KUDOODLES INC.", Secondhand Motor Vehicle Dealer's License Application for "KUDOODLES" at 5905 W NORTH Av. 11 YOUSIF, Farhad HAMI, Agent for "3A Auto LLC", Secondhand Motor Vehicle Dealer's License Application Wholesale Only for "3A Auto LLC" at 3500 S 92ND St #Unit F. 12 FLORES, Ursula G, Agent for "AAL MM, INC.", Class B Tavern, Public Entertainment Premises, Food Dealer and Sidewalk Dining License Transfer Applications with Change of Agent for "Arts At Large Cafe" at 1100 S 5th St. 13 NANEZ PEREZ, Jesus E, Agent for "The FarmHouse Studio LLC", Class B Tavern License Transfer Application with Change of Floor Plan for Temporary Structure for "The FarmHouse Paint and Sip" at 4507 S 6th St. 14 KRUSE, Bradley A, Agent for "Nonfiction LLC", Waiver Request of the Time Limit to Receive the Class B Tavern and Food Dealer Licenses Application for "Nonfiction Natural Wines" at 2563 S Kinnickinnic Av. 14 TANN, III, Raymond, Agent for "RAY TANN TIRE, INC", Recycling, Salvaging, or Towing Premises License Renewal Application with Change of Agent, Removing and Adding Stokholders and Transfer of Stock for "RAY TANN TIRE" at 980 W OKLAHOMA Av. Ald. Borkowski moved approval of the "agenda only" items. There were no objections. (Prevailed 4-0)
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2/28/20230 LICENSES COMMITTEE AMENDED

Minutes note: Warning Letter GADDIS, Brianna S Class D Operator’s License Application CALDERON, Ray M, Agent for "RC Contracting LLC", Home Improvement Contractor's License Application for "RC Contracting LLC" at 9830 W MONTANA Av. 02 LOPEZ HERNANDEZ, Efrain, Agent for "J & E LOPEZ HOME REMODELATION LLC", Home Improvement Contractor's License Application for "J & E LOPEZ HOME REMODELATION LLC" at 5657 N 78TH St. Ald. Brostoff moved approval of the "warning letter" items. There were no objections. (Prevailed 4-0)
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2/28/20230 LICENSES COMMITTEE RECOMMENDED FOR APPROVAL

Minutes note: Ald. Chambers moved approval of the file 221613 as amended. There were no objections. (Prevailed 4-0)
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2/14/20230 LICENSES COMMITTEE AMENDED

Minutes note: 05 JEJI, Jaskaran S, Agent for "Jeji Family, Inc", Filling Station, Food Dealer and Weights & Measures License Renewal Applications for "Lisbon Gas & Food" at 8712 W LISBON Av. (Expired 1/31/2023) The applicant was present. Neighbors in opposition: Ms. Yadira Melendez - 3635 N Tucker Pl - said that she filed an objection due to the conditions of the premises after Covid and, that she did approach the attendant however, she was not very well received. She added that the applicant has cleaned a little but that there is garbage underneath the cars parked on the premises, around the premises, sidewalk and median. Mr. Jeji said that the person taking care of premises got sick for weeks and not feeling well for many days. Ald. Borkowski said that the pictures submitted by the neighbor speak for themselves. Ald. Coggs asked what the plan of operations says about cleaning the premises. Mr. Cooney said that this is an application inherited from DNS with no plan of operations. Ald. Chambers moved approval with a warning letter contingent of the receipt of the plan of operations in order to issue the license.
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Minutes note: 01 DUNIGAN, JR, Craig X, Agent for "IPLUG AUTO AND SERVICES LLC", Secondhand Motor Vehicle Dealer's License Application for "I PLUG AUTO" at 4919 N 31ST St. The applicant was present and said that he has worked flipping and trading cars since he was younger and, wants to have a business where people can find affordable cars. Individuals also present: Ald. Chambers moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 3-0-1)
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Minutes note: 01 GREWAL, Pritpal S, Agent for "TEUTONIA METRO LLC", Extended Hours Establishments, Filling Station, Food Dealer and Weights & Measures License Applications for "TEUTONIA METRO" at 4811 N Teutonia Av. The applicant was present. Individuals also present: Ald. Chambers said that this is an existing gas station and that Mr. Grewal is a well-known business owner. He also said that there is no representation in the district but that given Mr. Grewal's reputation, he believes that this business will do well. Ald. Chambers moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 4-0)
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Minutes note: 02 DUNCAN, Damian S, Agent for "JERK 76 JAMAICAN RESTAURANT LLC", Class B Tavern and Food Dealer License Applications for "JERK 76 JAMAICAN RESTAURANT" at 6309 N 76th St. The applicant was present. Individuals also present: Ald. Chambers asked what the applicant is trying to accomplish in the district. The applicant said that he is trying to have a sit down family oriented restaurant. Ald. Chambers said that he is fan of sit down restaurants and that there are not too many on his district. he added that the applicant comes from a respectful family and, that the applicant knows the expectations that he has about this business after meeting with him. Ald. Chambers moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 4-0)
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2/14/20230 LICENSES COMMITTEE HELD TO CALL OF THE CHAIR

Minutes note: 02 ABED, Maram, Agent for "Ableen LLC", Class A Malt & Class A Liquor License Application for "Ritz Food Market" at 5834 W Villard Av. Mr. Cooney said that the applicant contacted the office saying that they are going to withdrawn the application but that it has not been received yet. Ald. Chambers moved to hold the application to the call of the chair. There were no objections. (Prevailed 4-0)
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Minutes note: 02 JONES, Danielle R, Agent for "LOUNGE SIXTY46 LLC", Class B Tavern and Public Entertainment Premises License Applications Requesting Disc Jockey, Jukebox, Bands, Karaoke, Poetry Readings and Comedy Acts for "LOUNGE SIXTY46" at 6046 W Fond Du lac Av #300. The applicant was present on the board but with technical difficulties. Ald. Chambers moved to hold the application to the call of the chair. There were no objections. (Prevailed 4-0) The meeting paused at 9:38 am and reconvened at 9:39 am. The applicant was present now. Ald. Chambers moved to reconsider the application. There were no objections. The applicant said that she has no comments regarding the items on the police report because they were private parties. Individuals also present: Police Officer Walker – said that she and Officer Thompson were checking businesses and that the applicant left before they arrived. She added that on second round checking businesses, they noticed what is described on the police report. Ald. Brostoff asked Officer Walker is it was routine check. Officer Walker said that it was. Ald. Brostoff asked Officer Walker if they get the explanation that they were on the process of obtaining the license and trying to get the neighbors on board. Officer Walker said that they got that explanation while they were checking the hookah bar next door and, that they told to the owner that they were going at his location after the hookah bar but that he was not there when they arrived. Ald. Coggs asked if was the same man who gave the explanation about the license being in process and the one that asked, “Let me have my party”. Officer Walker said that he was the same person. Officer Walker said that on January 23 she had a conversation over the phone with the applicant advising her about what she was not supposed or allowed to do. The applicant said that the gentleman is not the owner and, that she only spoke to Officer Walker over the phone. She said that she did not have the correct knowledge about having private parties open to the public. Ald. Brostoff said that the applicant already knew that, she was not supposed to throw the party because she held the conversation with Officer Walker before. The applicant said that the promoter gave her the “to go” and that another police officer told her that she cannot have any events at all. Ald. Coggs asked if the advertisement on social media is part of the file. Mr. Cooney said that it is. Ald. Coggs said that the events posted on social media are dated after the applicant held the conversation with the police officer and, that private parties are not open to the public and advertised on social media. Ald. Chambers asked the applicant if she remembers the meeting that they held on December. The applicant said that she remembers. Ald. Chambers asked who else was there. The applicant said that her boyfriend. Ald. Chambers said that she wants the applicant to recollect the conversation that they held. The applicant said she needed 250 signatures and that he was not going to approve alcohol licenses due saturation. Ald. Chambers said that the applicant has been selling alcohol, hookah and food since back in July according to the social media posts. He added that he was very upfront, that he gave her his expectations and, that the applicant was open for New Year’s Eve, that her parties were not private events. He also said that he won’t give her a chance because she did not do the things right since the beginning. He added that the boyfriend that was present and the meeting they held back in December, is the same person who is promoting the events. The applicant said that she accepts her responsibilities. Ald. Chambers moved denial based upon the preponderance of the evidence in the police report, saturation, police and applicant testimony. There were no objections. (Prevailed 4-0)
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Minutes note: 03 PAUL, Richard J, Agent for "ZUM ZEPPEL, LLC", Class B Tavern and Public Entertainment Premises License Renewal Applications with Change of Hours From Opening at 12PM To Open at 6AM Sun - Sat for "Thurmans 15" at 1731 N Arlington Pl. (Expires 3/10/2023) The applicant was present. Individuals also present: Ald. Brostoff said that he has talked to the applicant about to continue being part of the neighborhood and move approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 4-0)
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Minutes note: 04 SINGH, Parvinder, Agent for "LP KILBOURN MARKET LLC", Class A Fermented Malt, Food Dealer and Weights & Measures License Applications for "KILBOURN SUPERMARKET" at 901 N 27th St. The applicant was present along with Atty. Michael Maistelman. Individuals also present: Individuals in support: Bobby McQuay – Near West Side Association - said that they have worked with the previous owner and that he has some photos that he wants to share with the committee members. He also said that the applicant has responded to their request of being a good neighbor and, that he is trying and working with the community. He also mentioned that the applicant is going to make more investments on the premises and on the community. Atty. Maistelman said that the applicant will sign the agreement with the association before the Common Council meets. Ald. Bauman said that it is an existing business and that it will be a very large grocery store. He added that the new operators have big shoes to fill but that he knows that they are good people with a good understating of what the business is. He said that previous owner was there 24/7, which makes a big difference. He added that he hopes that the new operators move forward and that he supports the application. Ald. Borkowski moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 4-0)
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Minutes note: 04 CHEN, Lichai, Agent for "Ninja MKE Steak House, Inc", Class B Tavern License Application for "Ninja MKE Japanese Steak House" at 770-772 N MILWAUKEE St. The applicant was present along with Maria Kumanga acting as interpreter and, she said that she is the manager as well. Individuals in objection: Frank – he said that being open until 2:30 am is not what they want next door where they live. Individuals also present: Ald. Bauman said that it is a 2-story building and that the owners of the next door business, live upstairs and that they object to the operations hours which are not restaurant hours, but night club hours. He added that the neighbors have concerns about the outcome of those late hours. Ald. Coggs asked the applicant if he is willing to change the hours. The applicant said that Ouzo is open until 3 am. Ald. Chambers said that Ouzo does not have a space to hold a public entertainment license and asked the applicant if he is aware that he can apply for special permits instead. Ald. Bauman said that he was told that there was an agreement in place but that the hours of operation do not match and, that we are not going to resolve this in here. Ald. Coggs asked the applicant again if he is willing to chance the hours. The applicant said that he will change the hours to close at 11 pm Sun- Thu and; at 12 am Fri & Sat. Ald. Chambers moved to amend the application to close at 11 pm Sun- Thu and; at 12 am Fri & Sat. There were no objections. Ald. Brostoff asked the witness if he agrees with the amended hours. The witness said that he agrees. Ms. Kumanga asked if she is allowed to sell alcohol on the karaoke rooms. Mr. Cooney said that no public entertainment license application was filed, therefore the applicant cannot have any type of public entertainment in the premises. Ald. Brostoff asked the applicant if they are trying to advertise the karaoke. Ald. Bauman asked Mr. Cooney if there was a Public Entertainment Premises application that was withdrawn. Mr. Cooney said that it is correct. Ald. Chambers asked the applicant if they are looking to host karaoke in the party rooms. The applicant said that they will have the party rooms but no karaoke. Ald. Chambers said that he wants to make sure that the applicant cannot host any type of public entertainment without a license. The applicant said that he understands that. Ald. Brostoff moved approval as amended. There were no objections. (Prevailed 4-0)
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Minutes note: 04 TAYLOR, Jeffrey L, Agent for "ManCave Milwaukee, LLC", Class B Tavern and Public Entertainment Premises License Applications Requesting Disc Jockey, Bands, Karaoke, Poetry Readings, Comedy Acts and Patrons Dancing for "ManCave Milwaukee" at 706 N MILWAUKEE St #106. The applicant was present. Individuals also present: Ald. Bauman asked the applicant if the business started as a barbershop. The applicant said that it is right and that this venture is separated from the barbershop. He added that it will be a upscale place for ages 28 and up. Ald. Bauman said that he has no objections. Ald. Chambers moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 4-0)
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Minutes note: 13 CATALANO, JR, John A, Agent for "BIONIC AUTO PARTS & SALES MILWAUKEE, INC.", Recycling, Salvaging, or Towing Premises and Secondhand Motor Vehicle Dealer's License Applications for "BIONIC AUTO PARTS & SALES MILWAUKEE" at 5848 S 13TH St. The applicant was present along with Atty. Michael Maistelman who said that they want to amend the plan of operations. Ald. Coggs asked Mr. Cooney what is the best way to proceed. Mr. Cooney said that it can be done at the table. Ald. Chambers moved to amend the application as follows: -99% of the gross sales will come from salvaged motor vehicles and 1% from used cars -No advertisement (only via word of mouth, telephone sales or employee direct sales) -Transactions will happen behind the fence -Used car sales are limited to 10 (ten) per year and -Wholesale only for existing customers and employees. There were no objections. Ald. Spiker said that the applicant agreed on not selling cars on display on 13th street and that everything will be conducted within the fenced area and, that he has been long years at the same location. Atty. Maistelman said that they have been working with Ald. Spiker. Ald. Chambers moved to amend the application to no cars on display and that all the vehicles are kept behind the fence. There were no objections. Ald. Brostoff moved approval as amended. There were no objections. (Prevailed 4-0)
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Minutes note: 13 MANASSRA, Refaat M, Agent for "HALAL JJ FISH LLC", Food Dealer License Application for "JJ Fish" at 5266 S 27TH St. The applicant was present. Individuals also present: Ald. Spiker said that he spoke with the applicant who has experience in the business and asked the applicant if he is willing to amend the hours since the strip mall is adjacent to a residential area and, that the other businesses close at 10 pm as well. The applicant said that he is willing to close at 10 pm. Ald. Chambers moved to amend the application to close at 10 pm Sun- Sat. There were no objections. Ald. Spiker asked the applicant to take care of the garbage on the premises even if it does not come from his business. Ald. Borkowski moved approval as amended. There were no objections. (Prevailed 4-0)
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Minutes note: 13 PILLER, Jeffrey J, Agent for "All City Towing LLC", Recycling, Salvaging, or Towing Premises License Renewal Application for "All City Towing" at 1213 W MALLORY Av. (Expired 12/14/2022) The applicant was present. Individuals also present: Ald. Chambers asked how much does he charge for people retrieving vehicles from the yard. The applicant said that there is a list of regulated prices at county level and that there is a $100 fee per the ordinance and $25 per each day. Ald. Spiker said that there is an objection on file and that the witness is not present but that he wants to check if there is a special fee for towing large vehicles like a school bus. The applicant said that there was a division mark but that is gone now. Ald. Spiker said that he has no objections. Ald. Chambers said that he does not agree with the way that fees are installed on customers. Ald. Borkowski moved approval. (Prevailed 3-1)
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Minutes note: 12 DUNCAN, Kimberly K, Agent for "SPEEDWAY, LLC", Filling Station, Food Dealer and Weights & Measures License Renewal Applications with Change of Agent for "SPEEDWAY #4027" at 907 W GREENFIELD Av. (Expires 2/28/2023) The applicant was not present. Ald. Chambers moved to hold the application to the call of the chair. There were no objections. (Prevailed 4-0)
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Minutes note: 08 NAVA, Paloma, Agent for "PROMOCIONES MEXICAS LLC", Class B Tavern and Public Entertainment Premises License Renewal Applications with Removing Stockholder and Transfer of Stock for "EL GRAN TEOCALLI" at 2011 W FOREST HOME Av. (Expired 7/6/2022) The applicant was present. Individuals also present: Ald. Zamarripa said that she has no objections. Ald. Borkowski moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 4-0)
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Minutes note: 08 SCHULIST, David, Class B Tavern, Public Entertainment Premises and Food Dealer License Renewal Applications for "SCHULIST TAP" at 2539 W MITCHELL St. (Expires 3/23/2023) The applicant was not present. Ald. Borkowski moved to hold the application to the call of the chair. (Prevailed 3-0) Ald. Borkowski moved to reconsider the application at 11:28 am. There were no objections. The applicant was present. Individuals also present: Ald. Zamarripa said that the applicant was proactive and that she feels that it is a long runner business and will do well as always. Ald. Borkowski moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 4-0)
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Minutes note: 08 MCCANN, Samona, Agent for "Milwaukee Nights Pub, LLC", Class B Tavern and Public Entertainment Premises License Renewal Applications for "Milwaukee Nights Pub" at 3830 W NATIONAL Av. (Expires 3/22/2023) The applicant was present. Individuals in objection: Jeff Sponcia – 717 S 36th St – he said that he is a home and a commercial building owner on the area and that he wants businesses on National Av., but that the exterior of this premises needs some improvements and maintenance. He added that City of Milwaukee offer plans to improve the appearance of the businesses. He also said that is good to check for the noise levels late at night and, to keep an eye on the parking issues as well. He added that he has talked to Ald. Zamarripa. Individuals also present: Ald. Brostoff asked the witness if he has been in contact with the applicant before today. The witness said that he has not and, that he is willing to meet with the applicant and that he supports the business. Ald. Zamarripa said that the applicant has been in communication with her office regarding the issues that the witness have said. She also said that she is looking forward to work together and asked her to pull the weeds out. The applicant said that she has been talking to the building’s owner and the room house next door to keep the back clean. Ald. Zamarripa said that this conversation must continue with the landlord if she feels that is not her responsibility but that we all have to be proud of our businesses and neighborhood. She added that the parking enforcement has confirmed that there are concerns with the parking and that there will be a parking change coming up for National Av. before the Safety and Public Health committee. Ald. Chambers moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 4-0)
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Minutes note: 15 SINGH, Kanwarvir, Agent for "JAGMEET INC.", Class A Fermented Malt, Food Dealer and Weights & Measures License Applications for "FDL SUPERMARKET" at 2709 N 28TH St. The applicant was present and said that the item on the police report happened 5-6 years ago and that he was responsible. Individuals also present: Mr. Ellzey from the 15th district’s office said that he does not see any objections. Ald. Chambers moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 4-0)
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Minutes note: 06 KLISCH, Russell J, Agent for "LAKEFRONT BREWERY, INC", Public Entertainment Premises, Food Dealer and Loading Zone License Renewal Applications with Change of Floor Plan for "LAKEFRONT BREWERY" at 1872 N COMMERCE St. (Expires 4/19/2023) The applicant was present Individuals also present: Ald. Coggs said that she supports the applications. Ald. Brostoff moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 4-0)
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Minutes note: 06 BHULLAR, Rajbir S, Agent for "BHULLAR TWO CORP", Class A Fermented Malt License Renewal Application with Removing Stockholder and Transfer of Stock for "Keefe Food Mart" at 103 E KEEFE Av. (Expires 3/16/2023) The applicant was present and said the incident about the bb gun happened after the person was asked to provide an ID. He added that the other incident happened after they responded a call from the alarm company and, that the suspect has attempted to break in at other stores as well. Individuals also present: Ald. Coggs asked if the person who shot the intruder is an employee. The applicant said that it was the vice president and that the gun was not kept in the premises. Ald. Coggs asked if there are any charges for the vice president. Sgt. Velasquez said that she will need to verify. Ald. Coggs asked if the gun was registered. The applicant said that the gun is registered under his name. Ald. Coggs asked the applicant what he is doing differently. The applicant said that even if someone breaks in, they are not going to the store until the police arrives first. Sgt. Velasquez said that there are pending charges for the companion and that the conference will be in March. Ald. Coggs asked if there is a reason why those charges are not on the PA-33. Sgt. Velasquez said that is probably because the person is not related to the license. Ald. Coggs asked that those charges be included on the record for the next time. Ald. Coggs said that she has no problem moving forward with his application. Ald. Borkowski moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 4-0)
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Minutes note: 06 HEINRICH, Cole R, Agent for "504 E Center St LLC", Class B Tavern and Public Entertainment Premises License Applications Requesting Instrumental Musicians, Bands and 8 Theatrical Performances per Year for "The Brick House" at 504 E CENTER St. The applicant was present along with her wife Amanda Paul who said that they are trying to open an art space where people can rehearse and, perform and, that it will be open only during events. Individuals also present: Ald. Chambers asked how many performances are they planning to have. The applicant said that about 8 performances per year. Ald. Coggs said that she has received letters of support and, that she has no question about the great things that the couple are planning for the space but that she wants to be fair and consistent with what she does with all new applicants. She added that she would like to hold the request for bands. She also said that they can apply for the bands later on and in the meantime, they can apply for special permits. The applicant agreed on amend the application by removing the bands from the types of entertainment. There were no objections. Ald. Brostoff moved approval as amended. There were no objections. (Prevailed 4-0)
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Minutes note: 09 RAJABALI, Asif, Agent for "Good Hope Wings Inc", Food Dealer License Renewal Application for "Wingstop" at 7335 W GOOD HOPE Rd. (Expires 3/7/2023) The applicant was present along with Steve Link and Ken Conway (Director). The applicant said that what happened was not correct and that they have changed the training. Mr. Conway said that they have not had any issues after the changes were made. Individuals also present: Ald. Brostoff asked when the changes took place. Mr. Conway said that on April ’22. The applicant said that for the October 2021 incident, they terminated the employee and manager and, did an entire training on safety and management. He added that they have hired a new team. Ald. Brostoff asked what the policy for weapons is. Mr. Conway said that weapons are not allowed inside the premises for customers and employees as well. He added that there a signs placed by the door. Ald. Chambers asked if there are restrictions for placing an order. Mr. Conway said that there are no restrictions for placing an order. Ald. Chambers moved approval with a warning letter upon the preponderance of the evidence in the police report. There were no objections. (Prevailed 4-0)
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Minutes note: BOWERS, Deontae J, Recycling, Salvaging or Towing Vehicle License Application Requesting Collecting/Delivering Salvaged Motor Vehicle Parts (including secondhand tires/batteries) for "D'S Towing" at 5606 W Burnham St. The applicant was present and said that regarding the items on the police report, that he was young and that he has moved forward ever since. Individuals also present: Ald. Brostoff moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 4-0)
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Minutes note: ZACHER, Cassandra A I, Class B Manager's License Application The applicant was present and said that she made the wrong decisions on 2016 and 2018 and, that she is back on track. Individuals also present: Ald. Chambers moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 4-0)
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Minutes note: SCHAUF, Sarah E Class D Operator’s License Renewal Application The applicant was present and said that she paid the fine. Individuals also present: Ald. Borkowski moved approval contingent to bring receipt of the paid fines to issue the license. There were no objections. (Prevailed 4-0)
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2/14/20230 LICENSES COMMITTEE HELD TO CALL OF THE CHAIR

Minutes note: VANDERPOOL, Tracy A Class D Operator’s License Renewal Application The applicant was not present. Ald. Boskowski moved to hold the application to the call of the chair upon first nonappearance. There were no objections. (Prevailed 4-0)
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2/14/20230 LICENSES COMMITTEE AMENDED

Minutes note: ISSA, Ala I Class D Operator’s License Renewal Application The applicant was present and said that he is working with an attorney to help him to get a payment plan for the fines and to recover his license. Individuals also present: Ald. Brostoff moved approval contingent that the license won’t be used until the payment plan is received. There were no objections. (Prevailed 4-0)
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Minutes note: LANDERS, Marcus L Class D Operator’s License Renewal Application The applicant was not present. Ald. Borkowski moved to hold the application to the call of the chair upon first nonappearance. There were no objections. (Prevailed 4-0)
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Minutes note: RUFFIN, Mironda R Class D Operator’s License Renewal Application The applicant was not present. Ald. Chambers moved to hold the application to the call of the chair upon first nonappearance. There were no objections. (Prevailed 4-0)
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2/14/20230 LICENSES COMMITTEE AMENDED

Minutes note: Agenda Only 03 GOLD, Mark H, Agent for "PIZZA SHUTTLE, INC", Class B Tavern, Extended Hours Establishments, Public Entertainment Premises and Food Dealer License Renewal Applications with Transfer of Stock and Adding/Removing Stockholder for "PIZZA SHUTTLE" at 1827 N Farwell Av. 03 HEFFRON, Lauri, Agent for "North End Phase IV, LLC", Loading Zone License Renewal Application with Change of Agent for "North End Phase IV, LLC" at 1509 N Water St. 03 HEFFRON, Lauri, Agent for "North End Phase V, LLC", Loading Zone License Renewal Application with Change of Agent for "North End Phase V, LLC" at 1551 N WATER St. 04 SIDDIQUE, Mohammad S, Agent for "SHILPA, INC", Extended Hours Establishments and Food Dealer License Renewal Applications with Removing Stockholder and Transfer of Stock for "GRAND AVENUE MARKET" at 612 W WISCONSIN Av. 05 DUNCAN, Kimberly K, Agent for "Speedway, LLC", Filling Station, Food Dealer and Weights & Measures License Renewal Applications with Change of Agent for "Speedway #4220" at 9200 W Burleigh St. 06 BOYD, Thomas, Recycling, Salvaging, or Towing Premises License Application Requesting Dealing, Storing and/or Transporting, Removing and/or Recycling Waste Tires for "T&N Tire Service" at 2923 N Teutonia Av. 09 KHULLAR, Kavita S, Agent for "ANDYS 7155 LLC", Class A Malt & Class A Liquor, Food Dealer and Weights & Measures License Renewal Applications with Change of Agent, Removing/Adding Stockholder and Change of Trade Name for "Martha's Vineyard" at 7155 N 76TH St. 11 DUNCAN, Kimberly K, Agent for "Speedway LLC", Extended Hours Establishments, Filling Station, Food Dealer and Weights & Measures License Renewal Applications with Change of Agent for "Speedway #4129" at 3869 S 84th St. 11 ELIAS, Salvador M, Agent for "EYM Pizza of Wisconsin, LLC", Extended Hours Establishments and Food Dealer License Renewal Applications with Change of Agent for "Pizza Hut #35670" at 3921 S 76TH St. 11 HASSELBROOK, Rev. Silas, Agent for "OKLAHOMA AV LUTHERAN CHURCH", Loading Zone License Renewal Application with Change of Agent for "OKLAHOMA AV LUTHERAN CHURCH" at 5335 W OKLAHOMA Av. 12 GOGGIN, Gordon, Agent for "Gordo's Water Street, LLC", Class B Tavern and Food Dealer License Renewal Applications with Removing Stockholder and Transfer of Stock for "Toast" at 231 S 2nd St. 12 VIERA, Franklin R, Agent for "La Fortaleza Grocery LLC", Class A Fermented Malt and Food Dealer License Renewal Applications with Transfer of Stock for "La Fortaleza Grocery" at 1610 S 7TH St. 13 DUNCAN, Kimberly K, Agent for "Speedway LLC", Extended Hours Establishments, Filling Station, Food Dealer and Weights & Measures License Renewal Applications with Change of Agent for "Speedway #4485" at 1300 W College Av. 13 DUNCAN, Kimberly K, Agent for "Speedway LLC", Extended Hours Establishments, Filling Station, Food Dealer and Weights & Measures License Renewal Applications with Change of Agent for "Speedway #4604" at 800 E Layton Av. Ald. Brostoff moved approval of the "agenda only" items. There were no objections. (Prevailed 4-0)
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2/14/20230 LICENSES COMMITTEE RECOMMENDED FOR APPROVAL

Minutes note: Ald. Borkowski moved approval of the file 221613 as amended. There were no objections. (Prevailed 4-0)
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2/14/20230 LICENSES COMMITTEE AMENDED

Minutes note: 14 JONAS, Paul U, Agent for "NEVADA PRODUCTIONS LLC", Class B Tavern and Public Entertainment Premises License Transfer Applications To Change Floor Plan for "THE TONIC TAVERN" at 2335 S KINNICKINNIC Av. (Expires 2/26/2023) The applicant was present. Individuals also present: Ms. Williams from the 14th district’s office said that Ald. Dimitrijevic has no objections. Ald. Borkowski moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 4-0)
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Number

221613

Version

Original

Reference

 

Sponsor

THE CHAIR

Title

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

 

Drafter

CC-CC

Laurie Phillip

2/2/2023