City of Milwaukee - File #: 081701

• File #: 081701
• Version: 0
• Type: Motion
• Status: Passed
• File created: 4/14/2009
• In control: LICENSES COMMITTEE
• Final action: 6/16/2009
• Title: Motion relating to the recommendations of the Licenses Committee relative to various licenses.
• Sponsors: THE CHAIR
• Indexes: LICENSE REVOCATION, LICENSES

Date	Ver.	Action By	Action	Result	Tally
6/16/2009	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	RECOMMENDED FOR APPROVAL	Pass	4:0
6/16/2009	0	COMMON COUNCIL	APPROVED; Minutes note: 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 this matter? All members present indicated that they had done so. The question was put: Is Virginia Albano or her counsel present and, if so, does she wish to address the Council? Ms. Albano was present by counsel. Ald. Bohl moved that the Common Council enter the Committee of the Whole for the purpose of taking testimony in this matter. There were no objections. Attorney Frank Schiro appeared and addressed the Common Council. Asst. City Attorney Bruce Schrimpf appeared and addressed the Common Council. Ald. Bohl moved that the Committee of the Whole rise. There was no objection.	Pass	12:0
6/3/2009	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	HELD TO CALL OF THE CHAIR	Pass	5:0
6/3/2009	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 15 MINTER, Marcell G., Secondhand Dealer application for “Marcy’s Things” at 4727 W. Center St. New Location Special Letter Applicant not appearing. Her son is appearing but is informed that the applicant or an attorney has to appear. Hold to the call of the chair by Ald. Coggs. Prevailed 5-0.	Pass	5:0
6/3/2009	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 15 HOBSON, Kessha L., Public Dance Hall application for “Club Hollywood” at 2025 W. Fond du Lac Avenue. New Location Special Letter Applicant not appearing. Alex Runner, Staff Assistant to Ald. Hines, at the table. Mr. Runner says that Ald. Hines is not in support of the license. Ald. Zielinski moves to deny based on non-appearance. Prevailed 5-0.	Pass	5:0
6/3/2009	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 15 LOVE, McArthur, Agent for “Unlimited Liquor Corp.”, Class ‘A’ Liquor and Malt renewal application for “Love Child Liquor” at 3013 W. North Avenue.(expires 6/30/09) Special Letter Applicant at the table, 14300 N. Lake Shore Dr., Mequon. Monte Love, 14300 N. Lake Shore Dr., Mequon, and Alex Runner, Staff Assistant to Ald. Hines, also at the table. The applicant says that he put in an ID scanner at the location. Mr. Runner says that Ald. Hines is in support of the applicant and will continue to work with him. No neighborhood objectors present when called. Ald. Kovac moves to grant with a warning letter contingent upon proof of resolution of the warrant. Prevailed 5-0.	Pass	5:0
6/3/2009	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 15 SINGH, Harpreet, Agent for “Harmeet, LLC”, Class ‘A’ Liquor and Malt application for “Mid City Liquor” at 1935 W. Center Street. Special Letter Applicant at the table, 5678 N. 96th St. Alex Runner, Staff Assistant to Ald. Hines, also at the table. No neighborhood objectors present when called. Mr. Runner says that Ald. Hines is in support of the license. Grant by Ald. Hamilton. Prevailed 5-0.	Pass	5:0
6/3/2009	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 02 RUFFIN, Andre L., Agent for “The Lush Sports Bar & Grill, LLC”, Class ‘B’ Tavern application for “The Lush Sports Bar & Grill” at 7434 W. Capitol Drive. Special Letter Applicant at the table, 7427 W. Beckett Ave. Ald. Davis also at the table. Ald. Hamilton moves to make the packet submitted by the applicant part of the record. Prevailed 5-0. Ald. Bohl says that the location is adjacent to both the 10th and the 5th aldermanic districts. Ald. Davis says that the applicant’s first approach to the business was a sports bar with music. He says that he was concerned about parking problems and increased traffic. Ald. Davis says that Park Bank has objections to the business and that he has concerns that the bar may bring instability to the area. He is concerned that the business will turn into more than a sports bar and is opposed to the license. Oleg Shklover, 907 E. Calumet Rd., building owner. He also owns the dry cleaning business in the development and says that there will does not think there will be parking problems. The applicant says that there will be valet parking. Ald. Murphy at the table. His district is one that is adjacent to the location. He says that he shares the concerns of Ald. Davis. William Rogers, 954 N. 37th St., is a mentor of the applicant and is in support of the license. He says that the applicant has the character to build up the community. Ald. Kovac says that he is more concerned about the effect of alcohol on the area and he is not convinced that the parking will present that much of a problem. Marva Scott, 3957 N. 75th St., says that the area needs a different new restaurant. She is in support of the license. Myron Smith, 5356 N. 38th St., is in support of the license. Ramon Evans, 3157 N. 34th St., cousin of the applicant, is in support of the license. Ald. Davis says that he would work with the applicant to find another location for the business in the 2nd district. Deny by Ald. Zielinski based on parking problems and general neighborhood concerns. Prevailed 3-2. (Ald. Coggs and Ald. Hamilton voting “no”)	Pass	3:2
6/3/2009	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 10 GROHOLSKI, Daniel D., Agent for “Richochet On, Inc.”, Class ‘B’ Tavern renewal application for “Richochet On In” at 7009 W. Capitol Drive. Special Letter Applicant at the table, 3418 N. Bremen St. Ald. Murphy also at the table. Ald. Murphy says that he has an objector to the license wishes to withdraw her objection, and had not heard any previous complaints in the previous years of operation. Lisa Falsetti, 3971 N. 70th St., says that she has had numerous problems with the location in the summertime, including loud music. She also says that she calls the police to report loud screaming during the week, although things have gotten better recently. Ms. Falsetti says that she is concerned that things have improved because the applicants know they are up for renewal. Applicant says that he has put up two security cameras for the parking lot to ensure that people leave the lot once they leave the establishment. He did release one security guard who was involved with those individuals who were causing problems. He has one security guard intermittently and is interviewing a second individual. Ald. Murphy has contacted the owner about improving the situation, but says the owner has to take the complaints from Ms. Falsetti seriously and correct the problems. Grant, with a warning letter, by Ald. Hamilton. Prevailed. 4-1 (Ald. Bohl voting “no”)	Pass	4:1
6/3/2009	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 10 GEORGE, Olayinka M., Class ‘B’ Tavern and Tavern Dance renewal applications for “Infinity Lounge” at 5318 W. Center Street. Special Letter Atty. Vincent Bobot present with the licensee. Ald. Murphy and Asst. City Attorney Robin Pederson also at the table. Objectors: George Wagner, 2719 N. 53rd St., has testified opposed to this establishment many times; the licensee has no garbage dumpster behind his premises. Make copy of photo provided by Mr. Wagner part of the record, by Ald. Zielinski. Prevailed. 4-0 (Ald. Coggs excused)(Exhibit 1) Antoinette Wagner, 2719 N. 53rd St., individual that actually took the photo that was accepted as Exhibit 1. She is concerned about the loud music and says the backyard of the establishment was cleared of weeds and tall grasses just prior to the picture being taken as the licensee's renewal is pending. Nicholas Bruecklin, lives in 50th Street about 3 blocks from this establishment. He says he has noticed illegal parking, loitering and litter. Patrice Bond, 7920 N. 100th St., represents the child care center across the street. Their staff has to clean up the cans, cups and other litter from the establishment. The nights his establishment are open, Ms. Bond says his customers congregate and sit on the steps of the child care facility and also urinate on their steps and defecate in their backyard. Jacqueline Shellaugh, owner of business at 2700 N. 54th St. She says that she has to pick up litter, including condoms, from her property. She also says that whoever takes out the rubbish from his business puts it in her dumpsters. Ms. Shellaugh also says that a security camera mounted on her building was ripped out by an unknown person. Lamont Gary, 2576 N. 50th St., was a bouncer at the establishment during an incident on May 3rd at the club. He says that he received fifty stitches in his face from an assault by patrons and says that he has not received any support from the licensee. Mr. Gary also says that the licensee was present during the assault but did nothing to stop it. Mr. Gary also says that the employees do not allow patrons to leave with bottles of alcohol. If bottles are leaving the bar, he says that patrons must be sneaking them out. Mr. Gary says that no one from the club called the police the night of the assault. He also says that the owner paid some of his doctor’s fees. Officer Shelley Lubus, 951 N. James Lovell St., community liaison officer for District 7. She testified about a 911 call that was placed to the police. She says that no 911 call was made from the bar on the night of the assault incident, but from a cell phone. Mr. George says that he was called to the bar by his sister the night of the assault incident. He says that he cut the music and lights off in the bar at 12:50 a.m. and told the doorman to turn away anymore patrons. Mr. George says that he goes around the property at closing time and picks up garbage. He says that he was outside at the time of the incident and did not witness it, but he says that he called 911 earlier because the crowd at the bar was becoming rowdy. He also denies that he was behind the bar during the assault as Mr. Gary says. Atty. Bobbot says that Mr. George is a responsible licensee and should be able to remain in business. Atty. Pederson says that the Chief of Police believes that the establishment poses a risk to the health, safety and welfare of the neighborhood. Ald. Murphy says that the bar is the most problematic in his district. He says that he does not believe that Mr. George is a responsible business owner or that Mr. George made a 911 call the evening of the assault incident. He points out that the license for the bar has been suspended twice in the past, and he requests that the committee deny or suspend the license. Ald. Kovac moves to deny based on the police report and neighborhood objections. Prevailed 3-1-1 (Ald. Coggs voting “no” and Ald. Bohl abstaining) Ald. Coggs says that the incident that occurred on May 3rd has not been adjudicated yet, and she cannot support the motion based on that.	Pass	3:1
6/1/2009	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	HELD TO CALL OF THE CHAIR; Minutes note: File 081701 reconsidered at 9:40 a.m.	Pass	5:0
6/1/2009	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 08 MARTIN, Malcolm D., Class “B” Tavern and Record Spin applications for “Mixxers Bar & Grill” at 1712 W. Pierce Street. Special Letter Applicant at the table, 3211 N. 82nd St. Ald. Donovan also at the table. No neighborhood objectors present when called. Ald. Donovan says that he would not support the Record Spin application until the applicant has operated for at least a year. The applicant says that he has a proven track record when running a business. He also said that the establishment will have a 40 and over age restriction after the kitchen is closed unless the patron has registered as a member with the owner. Ald. Kovac moves to grant the Class "B" Tavern license and to hold the Record Spin application to the call of the chair. Prevailed 5-0.	Pass	5:0
6/1/2009	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 07 CASH, Gary L., Agent for “Brooklyn’s Restaurant & Lounge, LLC”, Class “B” Tavern renewal application for “Brooklyn’s Restaurant & Lounge” at 4610 W. Fond du Lac Avenue. (expires 6-30) Special Letter Applicant at the table, 2235 W. Cherry St. Marvin Pratt of Marvin Pratt and Associates at the table as a consultant. Ald. Zielinski moves to grant with the holding open of item #2 of the police report. Prevailed 5-0.	Pass	5:0
6/1/2009	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 13 PATEL, Bhavin G., Agent for “Shubham, LLC”, Class “A” Liquor & Malt renewal application with change of member for “Layton Beer & Liquor” at 2008 W. Layton Avenue. (expires 6-30) Special Letter Applicant at the table, 2173 S. 86th St., West Allis. Ald. Witkowski also at the table. The applicant says that the he served to an underaged police aide because she looked old enough. No neighborhood objectors present when called. Ald. Witkowski says that he hopes the applicant institutes a policy against serving underaged patrons. He also says that litter and excessive window signage have also been a problem at the location. Ald. Zielinski moves to grant with a warning letter. Prevailed 5-0.	Pass	5:0
6/1/2009	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 13 BIGALKE, William R., Agent for “Bigalke’s, LLC”, Class “B” Tavern and Record Spin renewal applications for “Bigalke’s Sportsbar & Grill” at 789 W. Layton Avenue. (expires 7-10) Special Letter Applicant at the table, 789 W. Layton Ave. Patrick Bigalke, 3626 S. 52nd St., son of the applicant, and Ald. Witkowski also at the table. The applicant says that the two incidents on the police report were random occurrences and that his staff called the police after both incidents. No neighborhood objectors present when called. Ald. Witkowski says that what is happening at the establishment is not characteristic of what is occurring in his district and that it is the second worst liquor establishment in his district. Grant by Ald. Hamilton with a warning letter. Prevailed 5-0.	Pass	5:0
6/1/2009	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 12 ABUAWWAD, Muwafaq M., Agent for “T & S Group, LLC”, Precious Metals & Gem Dealer application for “Sam’s Discount” at 1577 W. Greenfield Avenue. New Location Special Letter Applicant at the table, 9950 S. Jennifer Lane, Oak Creek. Ald. Witkowiak and Fatima Jabawi, 9950 S. Jennifer Lane, wife of the applicant, at the table. No neighborhood objectors present when called. Ms. Jabawi says they anticipate no problems with complying with the regulations concerning buying used jewelry. Ald. Witkowski has no objections. Grant by Ald. Coggs. Prevailed 4-0. (Ald. Kovac excused)	Pass	4:0
6/1/2009	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 12 CRESPO HERNANDEZ, Maria D., Junk Collector (Truck) application for “Crespo’s Recycling” at 1420 S. 15th Place. Special Letter Applicant not appearing. Ms. Grill says that the Department of Neighborhood Services is objecting to the license based on the location having no off-street parking. Ald. Witkowiak requests that the committee deny the license due to the applicant's non-appearance and the Department of Neighborhood Services objection. Ald. Hamilton moves to deny based on non-appearance. Prevailed 4-0. (Ald. Kovac excused)	Pass	4:0
6/1/2009	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 12 GENTRY, Lisalee M., Agent for “Bad Dawg, Inc.”, Class “B” Tavern renewal application for “The Dawg Pound” at 2567 S. 13th Street. (expires 6-19) Special Letter Applicant at the table, 2454 S. 14th St. Robert Gentry, 2454 S. 14th St., husband of the applicant, and Ald. Witkowiak at the table. No neighborhood objectors present when called. Ald. Witkowiak says that he has received a few complaints from neighbors, but nothing that would drive him to ask for any disciplinary action from the committee. Grant by Ald. Hamilton with a warning letter. Prevailed 5-0.	Pass	5:0
6/1/2009	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 12 RAZO, Ana M., Agent for “La Guadalupana, LLC”, Class “B” Tavern application for “La Guadalupana” at 1520 W. Lincoln Avenue. Special Letter Applicant not appearing. Hold to the call of the chair by Ald. Coggs. Prevailed 5-0.	Pass	5:0
6/1/2009	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 14 PARK KIM, Kil Rye, Agent for “Gongju, Inc.”, Class “A” Liquor & Malt application for “Chase Liquor” at 108 E. Dakota Street. New Location Special Letter Applicant at the table, 108 E. Dakota St. Michelle Park, 5056 W. Evergreen St., Franklin, daughter of the applicant, at the table. The applicant currently runs a convenience store at the location. Neighborhood objectors present: Ronald Urbaniak, 222 E. Dakota St., is opposed to the license. He says that he is concerned about the potential for increased litter caused by the products from the store. Mr. Urbaniak also says there is already a full service liquor store two blocks away and says that another liquor store is not needed in the area. Frank Damico, 216 E. Montana St., is opposed to the license and believes that there are already enough liquor stores in the area and is concerned about increased loitering. Ald. Zielinski moves to make the land use map dated April 1, 2009 part of the official record. Prevailed 5-0. Ald. Zielinski moves to deny based on neighborhood objections and fitness of location based on the unsuitability of the location. Prevailed 4-0. (Ald. Coggs excused)	Pass	4:0
6/1/2009	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	HELD TO CALL OF THE CHAIR	Pass	5:0
6/1/2009	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 14 ITHIER, Franco J., Agent for “K & F Entertainment, LLC”, Class “B” Tavern renewal application for “Southern Comforts II” at 2685 S. 9th Place. (expires 7-10) Special Letter Applicant at the table, 3610 S. 15th St. Capt. Donald Gaglione of the 2nd District and Jarely Ruiz of the Community Prosecution Unit of the District Attorney's office also at the table. The applicant says that there have been changes in security and other aspects of the business to reduce problems. He says that a professional security company has been hired and patrons are not allowed to wear hats. The applicant says that bar is also being closed fifteen minutes early. Atty. Ruiz says that the business has been declared a nuisance that has not yet been abated. Neighborhood objectors: Jannette Roldan, 2707 S. 9th Place, is opposed to the license. She says that she has called the police about noise, fighting and violence, including gunshots. Ms. Roldan also says that she has seen no changes since the security firm was hired at the location. Alberto Soto, 2705 S. 9th Place, is opposed to the license. He says that problems at the location started in the last year and a half or so. Efraim Soto, 2705 S. 9th Place, is opposed to the license. He says that a gunshot hit his home and that he has found syringes and litter in his yard from the patrons that leave the bar. Capt. Caglione says that the location is a serious problem and is a danger to the citizens that live in the area. He also says that known gang members readily admit to hanging out at the establishment and that a gang-related incident occurred just a few days ago at the club. Neighborhood supporters: Marta Alcantar, 2468 S. 10th St., is a bartender at the establishment. She says that she has seen a positive change since security has been increased. She also says that the business has a positive atmosphere and deals with fights in the establishment right away. Diane Brozowski, 2691 S. 9th Place, says that the trouble in the area is not all coming from Southern Comfort. She says that she does not hear any of the shootings that the previous objectors testified to. She also patronizes the bar. Jeff Hammel, 2691 S. 9th Place, is in support of the license. He says that if there is any noise, it is on Saturday nights. Ken Mitsche, 6230 S. Pennsylvania Ave., Cudahy, owns the building and says a lot of the issues in the last year were caused by problem tenants living behind the building. He owns property with the applicant, but says that the property is not owned under K & F Entertainment, LLC. Ms. Ruiz says that there was no effort to make changes at the property until the location was declared a nuisance. Deny by Ald. Zielinski based on the police report and neighborhood testimony. Prevailed 5-0.	Pass	5:0
6/1/2009	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 01 GOODSON, Earnestine, Class “B” Tavern and Record Spin applications with an age distinction of 25 years of age and older after 9:00 p.m. for “Jimmy Rose” at 5666 N. Teutonia Avenue. Special Letter Applicant at the tabble, 8884 N. 95th, Apt. F. Neighborhood objector present: Sandra Doman, 5829 N. 33rd St., is opposed to the license. She says that bullets have gone through the windows of the church and school in the area and that she does not want another bar in the neighborhood. Ald. Hamilton says that the blockwatch organization opposes the application. He also says that it was his understanding that the applicant was not well-informed of the history of the establishment and that she did not want to go against the wishes of the neighbors. Ald. Hamilton moves to deny based on neighborhood testimony. Prevailed 5-0.	Pass	5:0
6/1/2009	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 14 ROBINSON, Dennis B., Agent for “DRND Corporation”, Class “B” Tavern and Tavern Dance applications for “DBR’s II” at 2691 S. 6th Street. Special Letter Applicant at the table, 2927 N. 40th St. Atty. Andrew Arena also at the table as counsel, as is Ald. Zielinski. Ald. Zielinski says that he believes the negative behavior at the establishment will continue. Ald. Hamilton moves to make the police report for "Cleveland's Lounge" part of the record. Prevailed 4-0. (Ald. Zielinski excused) Mia Diaz, 2688 S. 7th St., says that she spoke with the applicant, who told her that he was going to change the music at the establishment. She says that she hopes that he will remove the rap music from the establishment. She previous testified in objection to the license at an earlier Licenses Committee meeting. Atty. Arena asks Ms. Diaz if she was withdrawing the objection to the license, and she answers yes. Atty. Arena says that police records show evidence in opposition to testimony given by Ms. Diaz regarding phone calls made to the police about the establishment. He also says that the applicant has made physical changes to the location and changes to the business practices. Ald. Hamilton moves to make the police CAD reports submitted by Atty. Arena part of the record. Prevailed 5-0. (Exhibit 1) Ald. Coggs moves to make the two-sided presentation of pictures submitted by Atty. Arena part of the record. Prevailed 5-0. (Exhibit 2) Ald. Zielinski says that the neighborhood is challenged and he is opposed to the license. Deny by Ald. Hamilton based on overconcentration of alcohol beverage licenses in the area. Failed 2-2. (Ald. Bohl and Ald. Coggs voting "no" and Ald. Zielinski excused) Deny by Ald. Kovac based on the police report and previous premise report for the location. Prevailed 3-1. (Ald. Coggs voting "no" and Ald. Zielinski excused)	Pass	3:1
6/1/2009	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	HELD TO CALL OF THE CHAIR; Minutes note: 08 LECHUGA, Jesus, Class “B” Tavern renewal application for “El Duranguito Bar” at 1933 S. Muskego Avenue. (expires 6-30) Special Letter Applicant not appearing. Ald. Donovan at the table. Ald. Zielinski moves to make the entire police report part of the permanent record. Prevailed 4-1. (Ald. Coggs voting "no") Ald. Zielinski moves to deny based on non-appearance. Failed 1-4. (Ald. Bohl, Ald. Coggs, Ald. Kovac and Ald. Hamilton voting "no") Ald. Kovac moves to hold to the call of the chair. Prevailed 5-0.	Pass	5:0
6/1/2009	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: DELCORE, Clayton T., Class “B” Manager renewal application. (expires 6-30) Special Letter Applicant at the table, 2837 Sharon Lane, Racine. The License Division has not received any correspondence from the probation officer of the applicant as to the suitability of the applicant for the job. Grant by Ald. Hamilton with a warning letter based on the police report. Prevailed 3-1. (Ald. Zielinski voting "no" and Ald. Coggs excused)	Pass	3:1
6/1/2009	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 07 ALAKA, Joseph F., Class “B” Tavern and Tavern Dance applications for “Embassy Lounge” at 3043 N. 35th Street. Special Letter Applicant at the table, 7455 N. 42nd St. The applicant is applying for individual licensing of the location. The location was previously licensed as a partnership. Ald. Zielinski moves to make the entire police report part of the record. Prevailed 5-0. Mr. Alaka says that he has made changes at the establishment to prevent incidents at the location. Ald. Zielinski moves to grant the Class "B" Tavern application and to deny the Tavern Dance application. Prevailed 4-1. (Ald. Bohl voting "no")	Pass	4:1
6/1/2009	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 08 GWINN, Mindy M., Agent for “Squeak’s, LLC”, Record Spin application for “Squeak’s” at 1401 S. 38th Street. Special Letter Applicant not appearing. Ald. Donovan at the table. Ald. Hamilton moves to hold to the call of the chair. Prevailed 5-0.	Pass	5:0
6/1/2009	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 08 GWINN, Randy L., Class “B” Manager renewal application for “Squeak’s” at 1401 S. 38th Street. (expires 6-30) Special Letter Applicant at the table, 9439 W. Lynx Ct. Ald. Donovan also at the table. Ald. Donovan says he has no objections to the renewal. Grant by Ald. Kovac with a warning letter based on the police report. Prevailed 5-0.	Pass	5:0
6/1/2009	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 08 ZARATE, Mario J., Agent for “Mjzarate, LLC”, Class “B” Tavern renewal application for “Grady’s Saloon” at 3101 W. Lincoln Avenue. (expires 7-5) Special Letter Applicant at the table, 1963 S. Layton Blvd. Ald. Donovan also at the table. No neighborhood objectors present when called. Grant by Ald. Zielinski with a warning letter. Prevailed 5-0.	Pass	5:0
6/1/2009	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 05 RICKUN, Joseph, Agent for “Rick Inn, Inc.”, Class “B” Tavern renewal application for “The Rick Inn” at 9308 W. Capitol Drive. (expires 6-30) Special Letter Applicant requested via e-mail to Ald. Bohl that the matter be held. Ald. Kovac moves to hold to the call of the chair. Prevailed 5-0. Item now being considered. Applicant not appearing. Atty. Mike Steinlee as counsel and Steven Rickun, son of the applicant, now at the table. Ald. Bohl says that there have been no problems with the location in the past. Grant by Ald. Zielinski with a warning letter based on the police report. Prevailed 5-0.	Pass	5:0
6/1/2009	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 12 TORRES, Blanca I. and Luis P., Precious Metals & Gem Dealer partnership application for “Medina Jewelry” at 1023 S. Cesar E Chavez Drive. New Location Special Letter Applicant at the table, 1606 S. 33rd St. No neighborhood objectors present when called. The applicant says that they only plan on selling new gold and buying old gold, not selling used gold. Ald. Witkowiak has no objections. Grant by Ald. Kovac. Prevailed 5-0.	Pass	5:0
6/1/2009	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 12 ZARATE, Jose G., Agent for “Cuba Libre, Inc.”, Tavern Amusement (Cabaret/Nite Club) application for “Club Tropical” at 626 S. 5th Street. Special Letter Applicant at the table, 625 S. 5th St. Ald. Witkowiak also at the table. No neighborhood objectors present when called. Ald. Witkowiak has no objections to the license and wants the public to know that the location is not going to be a strip club. Grant by Ald. Hamilton. Prevailed 5-0.	Pass	5:0
6/1/2009	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 11 AMANN, Matthew G., Agent for “M Gus Amann, Inc.”, Class “B” Tavern, Tavern Dance and Video Game Center renewal applications for “Amann’s” at 9131 W. Beloit Road. (expire 6-30) Special Letter Applicant at table, 5088 Saxony Lane, Greenfield. Ald. Dudzik at the table, as is Atty. Michael Whitcomb as counsel. Atty. Whitcomb says that there have been no substantial problems at the location. Ald. Coggs moves to make a photo disc and five accompanying pictures of the exterior of the premises and the foyers that were added to the premises part of the record. Prevailed 5-0. Ald. Dudzik says that he has had complaints from the abutting property owner but also acknowledges the efforts of the owner of the establishment to address the complaints. Ald. Dudzik says that he has never witnessed any problems at the location and thinks the location is fairly well-run. Five supporters present: Jeffrey Miller, 9007 W. Beloit Rd. Dennis Kassel, 3211 S. Lando Lane, #102 Matthew Knight, 951 N. James Lovell St. James Campbel, 951 N. James Lovell St. Thomas Amann, 6426 S. 35th St., #11 Matthew Amann, 7750 W. Plainsview Dr. Grant by Ald. Kovac. Prevailed 4-0. (Ald. Zielinski excused)	Pass	4:0
6/1/2009	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 11 JONSON, David, Class “B” Beer and Class “C” Wine applications for “Pho Hai” at 3881 S. 27th Street. Special Letter Applicant at the table, 3881 S. 27th St. Oanh Vu, translator, at the table. Ald. Dudzik also at the table. No neighborhood objectors present when called. Ald. Dudzik says that he has no objections. Grant by Ald. Hamilton. Prevailed 4-0. (Ald. Zielinski excused)	Pass	4:0
6/1/2009	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 04 ALARCON, Amilcar, Agent for “Margarita Paradise, LLC’, Class “B” Tavern application for “Margarita Paradise 2” at 400 N. Water Street. New Location Applicant at the table, P.O. Box 27, Mukwonago, 53149. Ald. Bauman also at the table. Ald. Bauman has no objections. Grant by Ald. Coggs. Prevailed 5-0.	Pass	5:0
6/1/2009	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 04 TALSKY, Timothy S., Agent for “Bella Caffe Ltd”, Class “B” Beer and Class “C” Wine – Service Bar Only applications for “Bella Caffe” at 189 N. Milwaukee Street. New Location Applicant at the table, S31 W 388607 School Section Lake Rd., Dousman. Ald. Bauman also at the table. The applicant says that he wants to have the licenses to remain competitive. Grant by Ald. Coggs. Prevailed 5-0.	Pass	5:0
6/1/2009	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 04 BARRETT, Richard J., Agent for “Brick 3 Pizza, LLC”, Class “B” Tavern application for “Brick 3 Pizza” at 1107 N. Old World Third Street. New Location Applicant at the table, 4811 W. Washington Blvd. Tan Lo, 8100 N. Beach Dr., LLC member, and Ald. Bauman also at the table. Ald. Kovac moves to accept the request for a service bar only as part of the application. Prevailed 5-0. Ald. Hamilton move to grant the amended application. Prevailed 5-0.	Pass	5:0
6/1/2009	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 04 VITUCCI, Michael J., Agent for “Whiskey Bar of Milwaukee, Inc.”, Class “B” Tavern and Tavern Amusement (Cabaret/Nite Club) applications for “Whiskey Bar” at 788 N. Jefferson Street. New Location Special Letter Applicant at the table, 1579 E. Cumberland Blvd., Whitefish Bay. Ald. Bauman also at the table. Ald. Bauman says that he has no objections since the applicant has a well-known history in the business and because the landlord of the building has a clause that allows eviction of the applicant if certain problems occur. Grant by Ald. Kovac despite the item contained in the notice. Prevailed 5-0.	Pass	5:0
6/1/2009	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 04 ALBANO, Virginia, Agent for “Algre, Inc.”, Class “B” Tavern renewal application for “Angelo’s Pizza” at 1601 W. Wells Street. (expires 6-30) Special Letter Applicant at the table, 1605 W. Wells St. Michael Albano, 5929 Dawson Ct., Greendale, grandson of the applicant, and Ald. Bauman also at the table. Mr. Albano says that the bartender that was cited in the police report no longer works at the establishment. He also says that he cannot afford an ID scanning system at this time. Ald. Bauman says that he thinks a 90-day suspension is appropriate because the applicant has not taken the appropriate steps to curb the underage drinking. Mr. Albano says that he is going to have to invest in the ID scanner and have doormen at the door. He also says that the problem is primarily with fake IDs. Ald. Zielinski moves to grant with a 30-day suspension based on the police report. Prevailed 5-0.	Pass	5:0
6/1/2009	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 11 PATEL, Rekhaben, Agent for “Pak Oklahoma, Inc.”, Class “A” Liquor & Malt application for “One Stop Pantry” at 9801 W. Oklahoma Avenue. New Location Special Letter Applicant at the table, 3972 S. 96th St. Ashok Patel, husband of the applicant, and Ald. Dudzik also at the table. Mr. Patel says that he has worked at other locations without any problems. No neighborhood objectors present when called. Ald. Dudzik says that the applicant does not have the support of the neighbors or his support and requests that the application be denied. Ald. Zielinski moves to hold to the call of the chair. Failed 4-1. (Ald. Kovac, Ald. Bohl, Ald. Hamilton and Ald. Coggs voting "no") Ald. Kovac moves to deny based on the testimony of the local alderman. Prevailed 3-2. (Ald. Bohl and Ald. Coggs voting "no")	Pass	3:2
6/1/2009	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 04 SOIK, Ruby I., Agent for “Milwaukee Fondue, LLC”, Class “B” Tavern application for “The Melting Pot” at 341 N. Milwaukee Street. New Location Applicant at the table, 19010 Still Point Trail, Brookfield. Matthew Soik, husband, and Ald. Bauman also at the table. Ald. Bauman has no objections. Grant by Ald. Zielinski. Prevailed 5-0.	Pass	5:0
6/1/2009	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 04 NAZER, Mohammad F., Agent for “Loza Food, LLC”, Class “A” Malt application for “Lucky Supermarket” at 2701 W. Wisconsin Avenue. Special Letter Applicant not appearing. A relative of the applicant, through the License Division, requested the item be held due to the applicant being out of the country. Ald. Zielinski moves to hold to the call of the chair. Prevailed 5-0.	Pass	5:0
6/1/2009	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 04 SILBERT, Michael C., Agent for “Leprechaun Lounge, Inc.”, Class “B” Tavern renewal application for “Leprechaun Lounge” at 2725 W. Wisconsin Avenue. (expires 6-30) Special Letter Applicant at the table, 2725 W. Wisconsin Ave. Ald. Bauman also at the table. The applicant says that no one beaten up in his tavern. Grant by Ald. Hamilton despite items contained in the notice. Prevailed 4-0. (Ald. Zielinski excused)	Pass	4:0
6/1/2009	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 04 SUBLETT, Denita L., Agent for “D & R Group, LLC”, Class “B” Tavern and Instrumental Music applications for “Chic Lounge & Grill” at 131 N. Jackson Street. Special Letter Applicants at the table, 131 N. Jackson St. Rita Anderson, 6856 N. 112th Ct., corporate officer, and Ald. Bauman also at the table. The applicant says that there will be an appetizer menu for lunch and dinner. Ald. Bauman has no objections. Grant by Ald. Coggs despite the items contained in the notice. Prevailed 4-0. (Ald. Zielinski excused)	Pass	4:0
6/1/2009	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 04 GABHAWALA, Rekha A., Agent for “Avenue Liquor, Inc.”, Class “A” Liquor & Malt renewal application for “Avenue Liquor” at 616 W. Wisconsin Avenue. (expires 7-6) Special Letter Applicant at the table with Marvin Pratt at the table as a consultant. Neighborhood supporters present: Ald. Bauman objects to the supporters testifying since the only issue at hand is the underage citations. Shyama Parikh, 310 Stevens Court, Greys Lake, IL. She is in support of the license and says that she is carded when she goes to the establishment even though she is a regular customer. She is the daughter of the licensee. Bianca Carroll-McDaniels, 2735 N. 37th St., works at the Doubletree Hotel across the street and patronizes the establishment. She says that she is always carded when she purchases alcohol from the store. Jeff Binder, 610 W. Wisconsin Ave., is in support of the license. He says that he is always carded when he purchases alcohol. Joe Helminiak, 610 W. Wisconsin Ave., is in support of the license. He says that he is always carded when he purchases alcohol. Arthur Scott, 610 W. Wisconsin Ave., is in support of the license. He also works at an establishment owned by the license. David Marquardt, 610 W. Wisconsin Ave., is in support of the license. He says that he sees everyone carded at the location, including himself. Ald. Bauman says that he would request at least a ten day suspension. Ald. Zielinski moves to make the entire police report part of the record. Prevailed 5-0. Mr. Pratt says that a proper sanction against the licensee would be a warning letter. Grant by Ald. Kovac with a ten-day suspension based on the entire police report, including three underage citations in the license period. Prevailed 4-1. (Ald. Coggs abstaining)	Pass	4:0
6/1/2009	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: STEVENS, Alan S., Class “B” Manager renewal application. (expires 6-30) Special Letter Applicant not appearing. Deny by Ald. Hamilton based on non-appearance. Prevailed 4-0. (Ald. Coggs excused)	Pass	4:0
6/1/2009	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: JACKSON-WALLS, Karen, Class “D” Bartender renewal application. (expired 12-31-08) Special Letter Applicant not appearing. Deny by Ald. Zielinski based on non-appearance. Prevailed 5-0.	Pass	5:0
6/1/2009	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: MARTINEZ, Jennifer E., Class “D” Bartender application. Special Letter Appliant not appearing. Deny by Ald. Coggs based on non-appearance. Prevailed 5-0.	Pass	5:0
6/1/2009	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: GIBBS, Conrad J., Class “D” Bartender application. Special Letter Applicant at the table, 3006 S. 9th St. Grant by Ald. Kovac despite items contained in the notice. Prevailed 4-1. (Ald. Coggs voting "no")	Pass	4:1
6/1/2009	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: MC CARTHY, Ryan D., Class “D” Bartender application. Special Letter Applicant at the table, 6100 W. State St., #224 Grant by Ald. Kovac despite items contained in the notice. Prevailed 3-2. (Ald. Coggs and Ald. Zielinski voting "no")	Pass	3:2
6/1/2009	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: MILLER, Fred D., Class “D” Bartender application. Special Letter Applicant at the table, 4041 N. 13th St. Grant by Ald. Hamilton despite items contained in the notice. Prevailed 3-2. (Ald. Coggs and Ald. Zielinski voting "no")	Pass	3:2
6/1/2009	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: WARGOLET, Joseph D., Class “D” Bartender application. Special Letter Applicant at the table, 6569 N. 58th St. Grant by Ald. Hamilton despite items contained in the police report. Prevailed 3-2. (Ald. Coggs and Ald. Zielinski voting "no")	Pass	3:2
6/1/2009	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 06 GIVHAN, John L., Agent for “Prince Hall Doers Club”, Class “B” Tavern and Tavern Dance renewal applications with change of officer for “Prince Hall Doer’s Club” at 600 W. Walnut Street. (expires 6-30) Special Letter Applicant at the table, 5043 N. 61 St. No neighborhood objectors present when called. Ald. Coggs says that she did receive some objections from neighbors, but none are appearing at the meeting. Grant by Ald. Coggs despite items contained in the notice. Prevailed 5-0.	Pass	5:0
6/1/2009	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 06 DELONEY, Fred, Class “B” Tavern renewal application for “Deloney’s Lounge” at 501 E. Burleigh Street. (expires 6-30) Special Letter Applicant at the table, 501 E. Burleigh St. No neighborhood objectors present when called. Grant by Ald. Coggs. Prevailed 5-0.	Pass	5:0
6/1/2009	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 06 AZZAM, Tamer M., Agent for “Azzam Co., LLC”, Class “A” Malt application for “Penny Saver Foods” at 510 W. Vine Street. Special Letter Applicant at the table, 2408 W. Layton Ave., #2. The location has been licensed; the application is for a change of legal entity. Objector present: Tieg Whaley-Smith, Executive Director of the Historic King Drive Business Improvement District. He says that the BID has not had a chance to talk to the applicant and would like the opportunity to do so. Grant by Ald. Coggs despite items contained in the notice. Prevailed 5-0.	Pass	5:0
6/1/2009	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 03 BOHL, Christopher A., Agent for “Whiskey Fits, LLC”, Class “B” Tavern and Tavern Dance applications for “The Pub” at 2479 N. Fratney Street. Special Letter Applicant at the table, 2479 N. Fratney St. The location was previously license. The licensee says that he wants to run the establishment differently from the previous owner and do more Ald. Kovac suggests that the Tavern Dance license wait, and the applicant agrees. Ald. Kovac moves to accept the withdrawal of the Tavern Dance license. Prevailed 5-0. No neighborhood objectors present when called. Supporters present: Steve Lemere, 2451 N. Booth St. George sheppard, 2467 N. Bremen St. Chris Mundell, 626 E. Wright St. George Martin 721 E. Center St. Grant by Ald. Kovac as amended. Prevailed 5-0.	Pass	5:0
6/1/2009	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 03 PANYASOPA, Sarinlada, Agent for “Satori Restaurant, LLC”, Class “B” Beer and Class “C” Wine applications for “Thai-Namite Thai Bistro & Sushi Bar” at 932 E. Brady Street. New Location Special Letter Applicant at the table, 932 E. Bradley St.?? No neighborhood objectors present when called. Grant by Ald. Kovac. Prevailed 5-0.	Pass	5:0
6/1/2009	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 03 SINGH, Manjit, Agent for “Mayura Restaurant, LLC”, Class “B” Tavern application for “Mayura Restaurant” at 1958-62 N. Farwell Avenue. Special Letter Applicant at the table, 1809 S. Hepherd Ct. #110. No neighborhood objectors present when called. Grant by Ald. Kovac despite items contained in the notice. Prevailed 5-0.	Pass	5:0
6/1/2009	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 03 TATUM, Karl D., Agent for “Idea Development Group, Inc.”, Precious Metals & Gem Dealer application for “Idea Development Group” at 1407 E. Brady Street. Special Letter Applicant at the table, 4076 N. 63rd St. The applicant requests withdrawal of the application. Ald. Zielinski moves to accept the withdrawal of the application. Prevailed 5-0.	Pass	5:0
6/1/2009	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 06 MEDEIROS, Yvone A., Agent for “Sousa Investments, LLC”, Class “B” Tavern and Tavern Dance applications for “Nina’s Restaurant” at 2031 N. Holton Street. New Location Special Letter Applicant at the table, 2029 N. Holton St. Lidina Estremera, 2029 N. Holton St., associate of the applicant that will help the applicant with the business. Ald. Coggs suggests that the Tavern Dance license wait, and the applicant agrees. Ald. Kovac moves to accept the withdrawal of the Tavern Dance application. Prevailed 5-0. No neighborhood objectors present when called. Grant by Ald. Coggs of the amended application despite items contained in the notice. Prevailed 5-0.	Pass	5:0
6/1/2009	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 14 ROMANS, Michael S., Agent for “Romans’ Pub, LLC’, Class “B” Tavern application for “Romans’” at 3475 S. Kinnickinnic Avenue. Applicant at the table, 3475 S. Kinnickinnic Ave. The applicant is currently operating the location and is changing the legal entity. Grant by Ald. Zielinski. Prevailed 5-0.	Pass	5:0
6/1/2009	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 14 BARTLETT, Jeffrey A., Agent for “CEC Entertainment, Inc.”, Video Game Center renewal application with change of officers for “Chuck E. Cheese’s” at 2701 S. Chase Avenue. (expires 6-30) Special Letter Applicant at the table. Jeffrey Strege, 4441 W. Airport Freeway, Irving, Texas, Director of Risk Management for the company and Atty. Bill McCardell also at the table as counsel. Mr. Strege says that the security system has been upgraded and the amount of security guards has been doubled. No neighborhood objectors present when called. Grant by Ald. Zielinski with a warning letter based on the police report. Prevailed 5-0.	Pass	5:0
4/14/2009	0	COMMON COUNCIL	ASSIGNED TO

Number

081701

Version

Original

Reference

Sponsor

The Chair

Title

Motion relating to the recommendations of the Licenses Committee relative to various 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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