City of Milwaukee - File #: 230077

• File #: 230077
• Version: 0
• Type: Motion
• Status: Passed
• File created: 5/9/2023
• In control: COMMON COUNCIL
• Final action: 5/31/2023
• Title: Motion relating to the recommendations of the Licenses Committee relating to licenses.
• Sponsors: THE CHAIR
• Indexes: LICENSES

Date	Ver.	Action By	Action	Result	Tally
5/31/2023	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 12 KAZUBOWSKI, Shawn A, Agent for "Dream Lab LLC", Class B Beer and Public Entertainment Premises License Transfer Applications for Change of Location Requesting Instrumental Musicians, Poetry Readings, Live Art and 1 Dartboard and Food Dealer License Application for "Dream Lab" at 738 S 3RD St. The applicant was present and said that he will continue with the same business model but at a different and better location half block down from the current premises. Individuals also present: Ald. Perez said that he does not have any objections. Ald. Chambers moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 4-0)	Pass	4:0
5/31/2023	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: Agenda Only 02 LEHMAN, James E, Agent for "BRIDGESTONE RETAIL OPERATIONS, LLC", Recycling, Salvaging, or Towing Premises License Application Dealing, Storing and/or Transporting Waste Tires for "Firestone Complete Auto Care #010235" at 4060 N 60TH St. 03 KONGSIN, Khemanong, Agent for "SATORI RESTAURANT LLC", Class B Tavern, Food Dealer Restaurant and Sidewalk Dining License Renewal Applications with Change of Agent and Transfer of Stock for "THAI-NAMITE RESTAURANT" at 932 E BRADY St. 03 MATTHEWS, Brett, Agent for "SECURE PARKING USA LLC", Parking Lot and Weights & Measures License Applications for "SECURE PARKING" at 1709 N FARWELL Av. 03 TINKER, Christopher J, Agent for "Red Lion Restaurant Group LLC", Public Entertainment Premises License Transfer Application Adding Instrumental Musicians and Disc Jockey for "Red Lion Pub on Tannery Row" at 1850 N WATER St. 03 ZIERATH, Mark A, Agent for "Black Gate LLC", Permanent Extension of Premises for Alcohol and Food and Sidewalk Dining License Applications for "Von Trier" at 2235 N Farwell Av. 04 VAILLANCOURT, Erica E, Agent for "Interstate Parking LLC", Parking Lot License Renewal Application Reducing Parking Spaces from 149 to 41 for "Interstate Parking #PK1132" at 110 W MICHIGAN St. 07 DIGGS, Gloria D, Agent for "Splendicare Bar and Grill Limited Liability Company", Class B Tavern, Food Dealer and Public Entertainment Premises License Applications Adding 30+ Age restriction for "Play By Play" at 3910 W FOND DU LAC Av. 09 BANSAL, Bharat, Agent for "SILVER SPRING SENTRY LLC", Waiver Request of the Time Limit to Receive a Class A Malt & Class A Liquor, Food Dealer and Weights & Measures Licenses for "Sentry Foods" at 6350 W SILVER SPRING DR. 10 ZIERATH, Mark A, Agent for "MAGOOS ON THE MOUND LLC", Class B Tavern, Public Entertainment Premises and Food Dealer License Renewal Applications with Transfer of Stock and Change of Hours To Open at 8AM on St. Patrick's Day and Brewers' Opening Day for "MAGOO'S ON THE MOUND" at 5841 W BLUE MOUND Rd. 11 BORCHERT, Timothy J, Agent for "Xtreme Motors LLC", Secondhand Motor Vehicle Dealer's License Transfer Application for Reorganization of Legal Entity for "Xtreme Motors LLC Sales-Service" at 3505 S 76th St. Ald. Pratt moved approval of the "Agenda Only" items. There were no objections. (Prevailed 4-0)	Pass	4:0
5/31/2023	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: Warning Letter 01 PYLES, Robert B, Agent for "MacPyles Corporation", Extended Hours Establishments and Food Dealer License Renewal Applications for "McDonalds" at 2700 W Capitol DR. 02 SINGH, Surjit, Agent for "HAMPTON MOBIL, INC", Filling Station, Food Dealer and Weights & Measures License Renewal Applications for "HAMPTON MOBIL" at 4780 N 76TH St. 04 WATERS, Jamie L, Agent for "Levy Premium FoodService LP", Food Dealer License Renewal Application for "Levy @ Mecca Sports Bar and Grill" at 1134 N Vel R Phillips Av. RIORDAN, Raymond Class D Operator’s License Application IVY, Tatiana Class D Operator’s License Application TOWNSEND, Tianna S Class D Operator’s License Application MATTHEWS, Christopher T Class D Operator’s License Renewal Application Ald. Brostoff moved approval of the "Warning Letter" items. There were no objections. (Prevailed 4-0)	Pass	4:0
5/31/2023	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	RECOMMENDED FOR APPROVAL; Minutes note: Ald. Chambers moved approval of the file 230077 as amended. There were no objections. (Prevailed 4-0)	Pass	4:0
5/31/2023	0	COMMON COUNCIL	APPROVED; Minutes note: Included in the file is the recommendation for renewal with a thirty (30) day suspension held in abeyance of the Extended Hours Establishments and Food Dealer licenses based upon the preponderance of the evidence in the police report and aldermanic testimony for the premises located at 4601 W North Av. ("Wendy’s Restaurant #6") in the 15th aldermanic district. (No Written Objections Have Been Filed) All members present indicated they had read the Report and Recommendations of the Committee.	Pass	15:0
5/16/2023	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 13 WILTGEN, Robert L, Agent for "WHO'S ON LAYTON MKE LLC", Class B Tavern, Public Entertainment Premises and Food Dealer License Applications Requesting Instrumental Musicians, Disc Jockey, Jukebox, Bands, Karaoke, 5 Amusement Machines and Patrons Dancing for "WHO'S ON LAYTON" at 512 W LAYTON Av. The applicant was present. Individuals also present: Ald. Spiker said that he is very happy about Mr. Wiltgen bringing his business to the 13th district and asked the applicant to submit a landscaping plan before the Common Council's date just to keep it along with the other businesses. Mr. Cooney said that we can hold the issuance until the landscaping plan is received. Ald. Borkowski moved approval and to hold the issuance until the landscaping plan is received. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
5/16/2023	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 13 ALP, Utku M, Agent for "ALP Inc", Recycling, Salvaging, or Towing Premises License Renewal Application for "Meineke Car Care" at 4320 S 27TH St. (Expires 7/6/2023) The applicant was present and said that regarding the item on the police report, he is under a payment plan ($1,400 p/month) and that he is working with his ex-wife on a solution because his business is the only form of income and that he got backed up because Covid hit very bad his business. He added that he has been in the business for 20 years without any issues. Individuals also present: Ald. Spiker said that he has no concerns. Ald. Borkowski moved approval with the contingency to hold issuance until the warrant is satisfied. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
5/16/2023	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 13 FRANZ, Kenneth D, Agent for "Howell Avenue ES Lodging Associates LLC", Class B Tavern, Food Dealer and Hotel/Motel License Renewal Applications for "Home 2 Suites - Milwaukee Airport" at 5880 S HOWELL Av. (Expires 6/20/2023) The applicant was present and said that as the police report said, they found the dead body after they checked on the guest for check out. Individuals also present: Ald. Spiker asked if he followed up with his staff of how the individual looked before checking in. The applicant said that he did and that everything looked normal. He added that they do a security training annually and that it addresses the use of opioids as well. Ald. Spiker asked if he has the medication to use in case of an overdose. The applicant said that he does not have it available. Ald. Spiker recommended the applicant to have it in stock and recommended approval with a warning letter. Ald. Borkowski moved approval with a warning letter based upon the preponderance of the evidence in the police report. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
5/16/2023	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 04 ZILLI, Robert J, Agent for "GRANDVIEW MANAGEMENT, INC.", Class B Tavern and Public Entertainment Premises License Applications Requesting Instrumental Musicians, Disc Jockey, Bands, Dancing by Performers and Patrons Dancing for "Zilli Hospitality Group" at 325-333 N PLANKINTON Av. The applicant was present and said that the item on the police report happened many years ago and that it is a standing item. He added that the same item gets addressed for every new application and that he has not had any other issue after. Individuals also present: Ms. De-Lessio said that Ald. Bauman supports the application and that the applicant is a very responsible operator. Ald. Chambers moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
5/16/2023	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 04 RIVERA, John, Agent for "GO GROCER MKE, INC.", Class A Malt & Class A Liquor, Food Dealer and Weights & Measures License Applications for "GO GROCER MKE" at 926 W JUNEAU Av. The applicant was present. Individuals also present: Ms. De-Lessio said that Ald. Bauman met with the applicant and that there are no concerns. Ald. Chambers moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
5/16/2023	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 12 PEREZ MARTINEZ, Toribio, Agent for "Taqueria El Toro LLC", Public Entertainment Premises License Application Requesting 5 Amusement Machines for "Taqueria El Toro LLC" at 551 W Historic Mitchell St. The applicant was present along with Ms. De-Lessio as interpreter. Individuals also present: Ald. Perez said that this is a complaint about the amusement machines without a license but that he has no objections with the applicant. Ald. Chambers moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
5/16/2023	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 12 BARNETT, Peter A, Agent for "Family Dollar Stores of Wisconsin LLC", Food Dealer License Renewal Application for "Family Dollar #31816" at 1201 W Historic Mitchell St. (Expires 6/9/2023) The applicant was present along with Atty. Josh Gimbel. Atty. Gimbel said that he printed out the receipt for the fines and that it should take 24 hours to clear. Atty. Gimbel provided a copy to Mr. Cooney. Individuals also present: Ald. Perez asked what has changed after the incident on the police report. Mr. Barnett said that the employee involved is no longer with the company and that they provide a standard package on tobacco training within 2 weeks of being hired. Ald. Perez asked what about to clean up and secure the dumpsters. Mr. Barnett said that he would need to follow up in order to provide a proper answer and that he is happy to have that conversation with him. Ald. Perez recommended approval with a warning letter. Ald. Borkowski moved approval with a warning letter based upon the preponderance of the evidence in the police report and, to hold the issuance of the license until the fines are clear. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
5/16/2023	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 12 DAVAUER, Nathaniel A, Agent for "LA BARBUE LLC", Class B Tavern License Application for "Giving Tree Garage" at 902 S 2ND St. The applicant was present and said that this bar is unique. Individuals also present: Ald. Perez recommended the applicant to follow the rules, be mindful with the neighbors and talk to them always and said that he has no concerns. Ald. Borkowski moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 4-0)	Pass	4:0
5/16/2023	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 12 REVORD, John C, Agent for "Owl Club LLC", Class B Tavern and Public Entertainment Premises License Renewal Applications with Change of Capacity and Change of Trade Name for "Boone & Crockett / The Cooperage" at 818 S Water St. (Expires 6/15/2023) The applicant was present along with his wife Emily Dell. Mrs. Dell said that the patrons that are intoxicated are escorted to leave the property regarding the items on the police report. Ald. Perez said that he has no objections. Ald. Chambers moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 4-0)	Pass	4:0
5/16/2023	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 12 SALAZAR, Francisco, Food Dealer and Food Peddler License Renewal Applications for "Taqueria El Cabrito" at 1100 S 11th St. (Expires 5/25/2023) The applicant was present along with Zaira Salazar as interpreter. Mr. Salazar said that the item on the police report is false. Individuals also present: Ald. Perez said that his recommendation is approval with a warning letter based on the police report. Ald. Borkowski moved approval with a warning letter based on the police report and to leave the item open. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
5/16/2023	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	HELD TO CALL OF THE CHAIR; Minutes note: 12 VARELA-CABALLERO, Jair A, Agent for "BETO'S PIZZA LLC", Class B Tavern, Public Entertainment Premises, Food Dealer and Food Peddler License Renewal Applications Removing Jukebox and Adding 2 Amusement Machines (Total of 5) for "Beto's Pizza LLC" at 1234 S CESAR E CHAVEZ DR. (Expired 4/18/2023) The applicant was present and said that regarding the last item on the police report, he punched the individual because he came into his business already intoxicated and trespassed all the way to the kitchen to harass the employees at the point that he almost assault his goddaughter who is in charge of the location. Individuals also present: Ald. Borkowski said that he is going to be consistent and that whatever the decision is today, he won’t be supporting the renewal because there are two incidences with firearms involved and that something must be done. He added that the applicant has the power to make changes and no to blame it on the “crazy street”. Ald. Perez asked if the committee is able to hold this application in order to work with the applicant. Mr. Cooney said that a provisional license must be issued to avoid the lapse of the licenses. Ald. Chambers moved to hold the application to the call of the chair. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
5/16/2023	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 12 WOLZ, David G, Agent for "LaCage, LLC", Class B Tavern, Public Entertainment Premises and Food Dealer License Renewal Applications Adding Extended Hours Establishments To Open 6AM Sun - Sat and; To Close 4AM on Thu and at 4:30 AM on Fri & Sat (For Lower Level/Food Only) and; Center for the Visual & Performing Arts License Application for "LaCage Nite Club" at 801 S 2ND St. (Expires 6/9/2023) The applicant was present and said that we can hear that his security staff is active and responding to issues regarding the items on the police report. He added that his weekend policy is even tougher. Individuals also present: Ald. Perez said that some alcohol establishments cut serving alcohol but still provide food after and recommended the applicant to keep an eye on it. Mr. Wolz said that it is the reason why he wants the extension of the food service hours. Ald. Borkowski moved approval with a warning letter based on the police report. There were no objections. (Prevailed 4-0)	Pass	4:0
5/16/2023	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 12 GARDNER, Charese A, Agent for "WALL ST. STOCK BAR LLC", Permanent Extension of Premises for Alcohol and Food and Sidewalk Dining License Applications for "Wall Street Stock Bar" at 219 S 2ND St. The applicant was present. Individuals in objection: Lori Gensch - P. O. Box 3833 Elm Grove, WI – said that she owns several buildings next to this business and that they are concerned about the noise because some of the units are within 100 feet of this bar. She added that it is going to be a problem for the families who live there and that she asked the applicant to review her hours of operation. The applicant said that she has been working very well with the neighbors. Individuals in support: Tori S – said that she lives down the street and that this business has been great and that the outdoor dining is a good idea. Zorris – 222 S 3rd #412 – he said that this application will take this business to the next level and that this is the only business in the block. He added that they have work hard. Alahna Parker – 222 S 3rd St #106 - said that she is a regular since the opening and that she is very excited about the outdoor dining part. Individuals also present: Ald. Borkowski said that Ald. Perez is in support of this application. Ald. Pratt moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 3-0)	Pass	3:0
5/16/2023	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	HELD TO CALL OF THE CHAIR; Minutes note: 02 SINGH, Surjit, Agent for "HAMPTON MOBIL, INC", Filling Station, Food Dealer and Weights & Measures License Renewal Applications for "HAMPTON MOBIL" at 4780 N 76TH St. (Expires 5/17/2023) The applicant was not present. Mr. Cooney said that Ald. Chambers wanted this item to be held in order to have a neighborhood meeting. Ald. Brostoff moved to hold the application to the call of the chair. There were no objections. (Prevailed 3-0)	Pass	3:0
5/16/2023	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 03 EVANS, Elizabeth J, Agent for "Dairyland Retail Group LLC", Class A Fermented Malt & Class A Liquor (Cider Only), Extended Hours Establishments and Food Dealer License Renewal Applications for "7-Eleven #35852B" at 1609 E NORTH Av. (Expires 6/15/2023) The applicant was present over the phone. She said that they have increased training measures for ID verification purposes and that the employees, in order to continue employment, they need to have a training every three months among other things. Individuals also present: Ald. Borkowski said that robberies are an issue for this business and that he assumes that the proper measures have been actively taken care of. Mr. Greg Evans – Franchise Owner – said that he owns 7 stores in the greater Milwaukee area. Mr. Frank Schultz – District Operations Manager – he said that he is here to support the applicant and that measures and steps have been taken care of and that they will continue working on it. Ald. Brostoff asked if they have been targeted. Mr. Evans said that they have and that they reorganized the store. Mr. Schultz said that they have a back room with a cage where cigarettes/tobacco products are kept and a beer cave that is locked. He added that only food and non-alcohol beverages are displayed at the front. He also said that these changes were made over the last months and that they expect them work. Ald. Brostoff asked the applicant to keep in touch to talk about the changes he sees in the neighborhood and moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 3-0)	Pass	3:0
5/16/2023	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	HELD TO CALL OF THE CHAIR; Minutes note: 03 NEMBHARDT, Hyacinth E, Agent for "CONCOCTIONS LLC", Permanent Extension of Premises Application for Alcohol and Food, Sidewalk Dining License Application and Change of Plan of Operation Removing Restriction for Sales To Go for "CONCOCTIONS" at 1316 E BRADY St. The applicant was not present. Mr. Cooney said that the counsel contacted the office to request that this item be held. Ald. Brostoff moved to hold the application to the call of the chair. There were no objections. (Prevailed 3-0)	Pass	3:0
5/16/2023	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 08 PEREZ MARTINEZ, Toribio, Agent for "TAQUERIA EL TORO LLC", Class B Fermented Malt, Extended Hours Establishments, Public Entertainment Premises and Food Dealer License Applications Requesting 5 Amusement Machines for "TAQUERIA EL TORO" at 2531 W NATIONAL Av. The applicant was present. Individuals also present: Ald. Brostoff moved to hold the application to the call of the chair to wait for an interpreter. Ald. Brostoff moved to reconsider the application at 12:17 pm. Ms. Daniela Leon was present as an interpreter. The applicant said that he wants to open a small family business with tacos, beer and entertainment machines and that it would more a carry out operation. Ald. Zamarripa said that she is delighted about Mr. Perez Martinez opening at this location and that the applicant has agreed to change the hours. The applicant said that he wants to close at 12am Sun to Thu and; at 2am Fri & Sat. Ald. Brostoff moved to amend the plan of operations to close at 12am Sun to Thu and; at 2am Fri & Sat. Ald. Pratt moved approval as amended. There were no objections. (Prevailed 3-0)	Pass	3:0
5/16/2023	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 08 BILLINGS-TROUPE, Shenicqua M, Agent for "MISTER JIMMY CORNER STORE LLC", Class A Malt & Class A Liquor and Food Dealer License Applications for "J&C El Centenario Market" at 2082 S MUSKEGO Av. The applicant was present. Individuals also present: Ald. Zamarripa said that she cannot support brand new alcohol licenses in the district but that this establishment has held a Class A Malt license before and that she supports only that part of the application. Mr. Cooney asked to amend the application by removing the Class A Liquor license application. Ald. Pratt moved to amend the application by removing the Class A Liquor license application. Ald. Pratt moved approval as amended. There were no objections. (Prevailed 3-0)	Pass	5:0
5/16/2023	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	HELD TO CALL OF THE CHAIR; Minutes note: 08 BOOHER, Anthony T, Agent for "MKE Junk Junkies, LLC", Secondhand Motor Vehicle Dealer's License Application for "MKE Junk Junkies LLC" at 2640 W Greves St. 08 YANEZ, Iveliss, Agent for "MKE Junk Junkies, LLC", Recycling, Salvaging, or Towing Premises Application Requesting Non-Consensual Towing; Dealing, Storing and/or Transporting and Removing and/or Recycling Junk/Valuable Metal, Waste Tires and Salvaged Motor Vehicle Parts (including secondhand tires/batteries) for "MKE Junk Junkies LLC" at 2640 W Greves St. Both applications were called together. Ms. Yanez said that her husband is not here and asked if something can be done in order to have both applications heard. Mr. Cooney said that Mr. Booher or an attorney must be present today. Ald. Brostoff moved to hold the application to the call of the chair. There were no objections. (Prevailed 3-0) The meeting paused at 12:35 pm The meeting reconvened at 1:23 pm	Pass	3:0
5/16/2023	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	HELD TO CALL OF THE CHAIR; Minutes note: DEBRASKA, George A. Class D Operator’s License Renewal Application. The applicant was not present. Ald. Pratt moved to hold the item to the call of the chair upon first nonappearance. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
5/16/2023	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	HELD TO CALL OF THE CHAIR; Minutes note: LUCHT, Daniel Class D Operator’s License Application. The applicant was present and said that he did not want to speak about the police report. Individuals also present: Ald. Borkowski asked if the court date changed. The applicant said that he is working with his attorney and got a new court date in June. He also said that he never had any charges before and that he wants to have an opportunity as a bartender to get back to work after moving from Florida. Ald. Brostoff asked why did he mean with some of these allegations happened. The applicant said that he was in the middle of a situation where her girlfriend was cheating on him and that she used his debit card while dating the other guy. He added that they argued, that he left the place of the residence but none of the other allegations happened. He said that days later, he was arrested with all of these charges. The applicant said that bartending is his main source of income and that he is helping also his father who is ill. Ald. Borkowski asked if there is another job opportunity. Mr. Lucht said that this is what he is being doing for years and that he has some opportunities lined up that are just waiting for the bartender license. Ald. Brostoff said that it is hard to proceed on a situation like this without hesitation. Ald. Borkowski moved to hold the application to the call of the chair just to wait for the June court’s date results in order to make a more educated recommendation. There were no objections. (Prevailed 4-0)	Pass	4:0
5/16/2023	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	HELD TO CALL OF THE CHAIR; Minutes note: REYES-DIAZ, Sebastian, Agent for "REYES CONSTRUCTION & REMODELING, LLC", Home Improvement Contractor's License Renewal Application for "REYES CONSTRUCTION & REMODELING" at 4023 N 93RD St. (Expired 3/4/2023) 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)	Pass	4:0
5/16/2023	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 06 MARKING, Nicholas E, Agent for "PRIMETIME EVENTS LLC", Class B Tavern and Food Dealer License Applications for "The Tap Yard-Schlitz Park/The Tap Yard- Milwaukee" at 1555 N RIVERCENTER DR The applicant was present and said that they have the beer garden and that they want to have this space to be used more during the cold months. Individuals in support: Laura Scheurell – she said that she lives directly across from the Tap Yard and that they are having a lot of noises from the outside and not from the inside. Ald. Coggs asked to file her complaints with the License Division. The applicant also said that she can reach out to him, go to Facebook page or to send an e-mail. He also said that they are not doing live music on Fridays and Saturdays anymore. Ms. Scheurell said that he will exchange correspondence with the applicant. Ald. Coggs said that she has no objections. Ald. Brostoff moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
5/16/2023	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 06 BENIPAL, Simranjeet S, Agent for "Fast Fuel Convenience, LLC", Extended Hours Establishments, Filling Station, Food Dealer and Weights & Measures License Renewal Applications for "Citgo On Teutonia" at 3551 N Teutonia Av. (Expires 6/17/2023) The applicant was present and said that regarding the shooting, the victim and the shooter walked from 29th St. He added that he has done everything what the police asked him to do and that he has hired a sort of security guard (not licensed) from the neighborhood that takes care of unruly customers. He added that no issues have happened after. Individuals also present: Ald. Borkowski said that firearms are a discouraging factor for him. Ald. Coggs said that the items on the police report should not have happened and that she knows that the applicant is working on avoiding them and recommended approval with a warning letter based on the police report. She added that if he returns to committee next year, it's going to be an indicator for some other actions. Ald. Pratt moved approval with a warning letter based upon the preponderance of the evidence in the police report. There were no objections. (Prevailed 2-1)	Pass	3:0
5/16/2023	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 06 ELLIS, Lacheryl R, Agent for "House of Soul Lounge LLC", Class B Tavern and Public Entertainment Premises License Renewal Applications Adding Disc Jockey and Patrons Dancing as Types of Entertainment for "House of Soul Lounge" at 3501 N 6th St. (Expires 5/26/2023) The applicant was present and said that she has put some gates by the doors. Individuals also present: Ald. Coggs said that she does not have a problem with the renewal portion and that the reason to hold the entertainment last year, was to make sure that the applicant can handle large crowds. She added that there were no special permits on the past year and that she cannot make a decision today because there was no demonstration of the applicant’s ability to handle what comes with the Disc Jockey and Patrons Dancing in a small place. She asked the applicant to file some special permits so she can see if there is or not a police report and/or if neighbors complaint. Ald. Borkowski moved approval of the renewal applications and to hold the Disc Jockey and Patrons Dancing. There were no objections. (Prevailed 3-0)	Pass	3:0
5/16/2023	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 06 NAGRA, Gurinder S, Agent for "408 W North Ave, INC.", Extended Hours Establishments, Filling Station, Food Dealer and Weights & Measures License Renewal Applications for "US Gas & Food Mart" at 408 W North Av. (Expires 6/15/2023) The application was called at 1:40 pm after the 1:05 pm application. The applicant was present along with Atty. Samantha Huddleston-Baker and addressed the police report the following way: Item #15 she said that employees were cooperative Item #16 she said that the accident did not happen at the premises Item #17 she said that the employees were cooperative despite the fact that MPD showed up 3 hours later. Item #18 she said that the employees made the call to the police. Item #20 she said that the employees made the call and this item was called for a meeting that later cancelled. Item #21 and #22 she said that items speak for themselves. Item #23 Atty. Huddleston said that she was present at the meeting with the environmental walk and that the report shows that the property is well maintained. Atty. Huddleston added that her client will continue working with MPD and that they will address the recommendations from the CEPTED report. Individuals also present: Ald. Coggs said that we need to find a way to eliminate some of the issues that are not related to this business. Ald. Pratt moved approval with a warning letter based upon the preponderance of the evidence in the police report. (Prevailed 2-1)	Pass	2:1
5/16/2023	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 14 ANTONIO PEREZ, Lucia, Agent for "Taqueria Guelaguetzza LLC", Extended Hours Establishments and Food Dealer License Applications for "Taqueria Guelaguetzza" at 3902 S Whitnall Av. The applicant was present. Mr. Cooney said that Ald. Dimitrijevic sent an e-mail requesting to hold her district’s item until 2:45 pm. Ald. Brostoff moved to hold the application to the call of the chair. There were no objections. Ald. Chambers moved to reconsider the application at 3:14 pm The applicant was present along with Antonio Lopez as interpreter. Individuals also present: Mr. Cooney said that they received an amendment to withdraw the Extended Hours and to close at 10 pm Sun – Thur and at 12 pm Fri & Sat. Individuals in objection: Jim Bullock – he said that he is the owner of the next door building and that he might have issues with the late hours. Ald. Brostoff asked if Mr. Bullock has been in contact with the applicant. Mr. Bullock said that the issue is the language barrier but that they have been good stewards of the property. He added that the trucks come late to get serviced and with the lights on. Individuals also present: Ms. Williams said that they talked to the applicant and the neighbor and that is why they came up with the change of hours. Mr. Cooney said that we are not dealing with the Extended Hours and that we can remove the food dealer license from the table to be issued administratively. Ald. Chambers moved to remove this application from the table in order to be handled administratively since there is no Extended Hours application to deal with. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
5/16/2023	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	HELD TO CALL OF THE CHAIR; Minutes note: 14 GHOTRA, Parminder S, Agent for "IGG, LLC", Class A Malt & Class A Liquor License Renewal Application for "Mi Tierra Food Mart" at 2901 S 13th St. (Expires 6/15/2023) The applicant was not present. Ald. Pratt moved to call the application to the call of the chair upon first nonappearance. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
5/16/2023	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 14 LUCAS, Terry D, Agent for "VALUE MANAGEMENT CORP", Class B Tavern, Public Entertainment Premises and Food Dealer License Renewal Applications Adding 1 Dart Board as a Type of Entertainment for "BACKDRAUGHT" at 3631 S CLEMENT Av. (Expires 5/30/2023) The applicant was present and said that he has installed two cameras looking at the door since the item on the police report happened. Individuals in support: Kayla Fitzgerald – said that she is neighbor and that she has made multiple reports to the police and that she does not know why they are not included. She added that the drug deals happen in front of her house, that there was once an intoxicated patron that came out to pull his pants down and urinated in the middle street in broad day light. She added that incidences keep on happening and that they are concerned. Mr. Lucas said that he believes that all the neighbors have his phone number. Ms. Fitzgerald said that her husband has reached out to him on his Facebook page but that they do not have his telephone number. Mr. Lucas shared his telephone number and said that he can be reached out at any time and talked about a persistent situation with a person who used to be a regular at his bar. He added that he has to be very careful about the words that he uses to accuse or to report because he has been threaten by attorneys. Ms. Fitzgerald said that she is concerned about all those calls for service not being recorded. Sgt. Velasquez said that she has checked the calls for service for the address and that nothing comes out and that it is probably because the people do not know the business’ address. Ald. Brostoff said that is not a big thing to look for the address of the bar if the callers do not know it. Ald. Dimitrijevic recommended approval with a warning letter. Ald. Brostoff moved approval with a warning letter based upon the preponderance of the evidence in the police report. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
5/16/2023	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	HELD TO CALL OF THE CHAIR; Minutes note: 14 BROWN, Brian, Agent for "WALGREEN CO", Food Dealer License Renewal Application for "WALGREENS #3509" at 620 W OKLAHOMA Av. (Expires 5/31/2023) Atty. Bob Shannon and Atty. Sarah Butler appeared on behalf of the applicant and Ms. Kimberly Walz were present as well. Atty. Shannon requested that the application be held in order to have a conversation with Ald. Dimitrijevic. Individuals also present: Ald. Dimitrijevic said that she have had conversations with the attorneys and MPD before and that she does not know why this application has been requested to be held when there is over 60 items on the police report. She added that last year the license was granted with a warning letter waiting to see what happens and that nothing changed. She added that MPD is not Walgreen’s private security company and that it is not the way to use the taxpayers’ money. Atty. Shannon said that the police response went down from 2021 to 2022 and that he would ask for an opportunity to lay out the abatement plan with Ald. Dimitrijevic and MPD. Ald. Dimitrijevic asked if they would need to issue a provisional license to accommodate the hold request. Mr. Cooney said that a provisional would be needed. Ald. Dimitrijevic said that it seems that these large corporations are more difficult to deal with than the small businesses in the area and those special accommodations should have been requested prior this meeting. She added that they had this same conversation last year. She also said that she is fine with holding the application for now but that she is looking for a real security company to take care of the location. Ald. Chambers said that he understands Ald. Dimitrijevic’s frustration because it seems that she is repeating herself from last year and that he does not understands the reluctance of hiring security guards. Ald. Borkowski said that he is bothered by Atty. Shannon’s position and that over 60 items on the police report are enough reason to not move forward. Ald. Brostoff moved to hold the application to call of the chair. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
5/16/2023	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 15 BARNETT, Peter A, Agent for "Family Dollar Stores of Wisconsin LLC", Food Dealer License Renewal Application for "Family Dollar #31784" at 2117 W Center St. (Expires 6/27/2023) The application was called at 2:19 pm The applicant was present along with Atty. Josh Gimbel. Atty. Gimbel said that three of the items are burglary attempts when the store was not open and that the other two items are theft issues. Mr. Barnett said that they have armed security guards at the store. Individuals also present: Ald. Chambers moved to reconsider the application while Mr. Ellzey joined the meeting. Mr. Ellzey said that they recommend approval. Ald. Borkowski moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
5/16/2023	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 15 ZRAIK, Ahmad M, Food Dealer License Renewal Application for "FOND DU LAC SMOKE SHOP" at 2910 W FOND DU LAC Av. (Expires 5/21/2023) The applicant was present. Individuals also present: Ald. Coggs said that this application was held to get some clarity on the police report. Mr. Ellzey said that he spoke to the business owner and some other representatives and that the matter started inside the store and then escalated after both parties left the establishment. Sgt. Velasquez said that the district was able to put together the pieces and that the victim got hit with the hand gun, that management did not call the police based on the fact that the victim said that he was calling himself. The applicant said that he has been in the business for 20 years with no issues and that the shooting did not happened inside the store. He added that he has security cameras in place and that the victim asked not to call the police because he said that he was calling instead while he was holding the phone. Ald. Coggs asked if the video matches with what the applicant has said. Sgt. Velasquez said that they cannot see if the person is holding or not the telephone. Ald. Coggs said that it could seem a little detail for the police officers but for the committee is a big detail. Mr. Ellzey recommended approval with a warning letter and reminded the applicant that the protocol should be to call the police. Mr. Chambers moved approval with a warning letter based upon the preponderance of the evidence in the police report. (Prevailed 4-1)	Pass	4:1
5/16/2023	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 15 THOMPSON, Paul S, Agent for "BRIDGEMAN FOODS II, INC", Extended Hours Establishments and Food Dealer License Renewal Applications for "WENDY'S RESTAURANT #6" at 4601 W NORTH Av. (Expired 4/30/2023) The applicant was present and said that the employee had a gun and that what happened on that day by watching the video, is that they had a customer by the window that got into with an employee and that they were in the queue for 25 minutes. He continued saying that the customer got out of the car and went to his trunk to get something trying to hit the window. He said that at the same time, somebody must have called somebody, because there is one white car coming up on the side by the drive thru and pulled up half way cross, got out of the car and shot five or six bullets in the building. He added that no one was hurt but that the employee at some point exited the building, went to the side of the building and fired one gunshot. He said that the employee was terminated. He added that he has been running these stores for over 35 years and that they take all the police report items very seriously by putting a plan together addressing security and how the employees must react because 90% of the incidences could be deescalated. He also said that they do the same thing with every store nationwide. He also mentioned that they have had 15 incidents at 11 stores since last May, with three incidences involving a gun and that this the only incident involving an employee. Mr. Thompson mentioned that they closed down their offices in Milwaukee, that somehow the paperwork got lost and that they found themselves applying for provisional licenses. He said that he understands that the alderman denied the provisional license because of the shooting. (The applicant provided a copy of the employee handbook and the rundown of the steps that are being taken right now). Individuals also present: Ald. Coggs asked the applicant if he has shared this framework with the alderman’s office (referring to the documents that were shared at the table). The applicant said that he had a conversation with him and that he apologized for that mistake that should not have happened. Ald. Borkowski asked if the employee returned fire. Mr. Thompson said that they do not know if he started or returned the fire but that the employee fired a shot. Scott Thompson – oversees the operations – said that it seemed that the employee had the firearm on his person according to the video. He added that they always make sure to hire the right people for the restaurant with the procedures in place for hiring and that they will continue brushing them up for hiring and retaining purposes. Ald. Coggs asked what is the policy for firearms. Mr. Thompson said that the policy is that no firearms are allowed in the workplace/store. Ald. Coggs asked if the employee had the firearm on. Scott Thompson said that it looks that he had it on and concealed somewhere in his body. Ald. Coggs asked if the staff or management knew that he had it on. Scott Thompson said that not that he is aware of. Ald. Coggs said that sometimes we need to look not only at the bad actors but at the work environment as well. Scott Thompson said that they agreed and that they have changed staff and managers for the store. Ald. Borkowski said that he had enough and that he won’t be supporting this renewal because of the firearm involved with the employee. Mr. Ellzey said that this situation was disturbing to him and that when he spoke to the agent, he was told that they could not tell from the video if the employee went to his car to get the firearm or if he had it on. He continued saying that what the applicant is saying today, is that it seemed that the employee had the gun on. He also said that he has not seen the video because he would need to make a special request to MPD and that he does not know why if the matter is related to the license. He added that the different versions are the key point to him speaking on terms of ownership and that the employee was not arrested, he did not answer questions and that he has not been charged. He added that he agrees with Ald. Borkowski about that we all have to do a little better and accept our responsibilities. He also said that by the time that the license is issued (if approved) it is going to be exactly a month (May 31st) which is enough for a disciplinary action into his opinion. Ald. Coggs asked if there is anything on the police report about the employee going to the car. Sgt. Velasquez said that it does not say that the employee went to his car. Ald. Coggs asked how could the record reflect the de facto suspension caused by the lapse. Mr. Cooney stated the committee could move for the suspension but hold it in abeyance. Atty. Farris agreed. The applicant said that he understands everything and that they closed the establishment because it was the right thing to do due the lack of a valid license. He added that it is difficult to stop the gun violence and thanked the committee for the conversation. Ald. Coggs moved approval with a 30 day suspension in abeyance (because the license lapsed) based upon the preponderance of the evidence in the police report that demonstrates the operation results in a threat to the health, safety or welfare of the public. (Prevailed 3-1-1)	Pass	3:1
5/16/2023	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	HELD TO CALL OF THE CHAIR; Minutes note: 07 DORSEY, Catlin, Agent for "ALAHE RED HOT LLC", Extended Hours Establishments and Food Dealer License Applications for "Dorsey's Pizza & Chicken" at 2627 W BURLEIGH St. The applicant was not present. Ald. Rainey said that the applicant told him yesterday that she is going to withdraw the application. Ald. Brostoff moved to call the application to the call of the chair. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
5/16/2023	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 07 DIGGS, Gloria D, Agent for "Splendicare Bar and Grill Limited Liability Company", Class B Tavern, Public Entertainment Premises and Food Dealer License Applications Requesting Disc Jockey, Jukebox, Bands, Karaoke, 3 Amusement Machines and 1-2 Concerts/yr for "Play By Play" at 3910 W FOND DU LAC Av. The applicant was present. Individuals also present: Ald. Rainey said that he met with the applicant and recommended to move forward. Ald. Chambers moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 4-0)	Pass	4:0
5/16/2023	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	HELD TO CALL OF THE CHAIR; Minutes note: 01 JABER, Sharif, Agent for "Nofal LLC", Class A Malt & Class A Liquor License Application for "Food Town Mart" at 3217 W Villard Av. The applicant was present. Individuals also present: Ald. Pratt said that she has not met with the applicant and requested to hold the application to the call of the chair. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
5/16/2023	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 01 NAGRA, Gurinder S, Agent for "Villard Liquor & Food Inc.", Class A Malt & Class A Liquor, Food Dealer and Weights & Measures License Applications for "Villard Food & Liquor" at 5123 W VILLARD Av. The applicant was present and said that he is going to make sure that the license is available for any check ups. Individuals also present: Ald. Pratt said that she has met with the previous and current operators and that she has no issues. Ald. Pratt moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
5/16/2023	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	HELD TO CALL OF THE CHAIR; Minutes note: 01 PYLES, Robert B, Agent for "MacPyles Corporation", Extended Hours Establishments and Food Dealer License Renewal Applications for "McDonalds" at 2700 W Capitol DR. (Expires 6/14/2023) The applicant was not present. Ald. Pratt moved to hold the application to the call of the chair upon first nonappearance. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
5/16/2023	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	HELD TO CALL OF THE CHAIR; Minutes note: 01 SMITH, Tyron M, Agent for "Belle's Liquor LLC", Class A Malt & Class A Liquor and Weights & Measures License Applications for "Belle's Liquor" at 7278 N Teutonia Av. The applicant was present. He said that regarding the items on the police report, he has taken care of the violation and that the other property was sold. Individuals in opposition: Mr. Patrick Tanhauser - 7139 N 43rd St – he said that he strongly opposes to have another liquor store and that there are about 12 liquor stores in a 3 mile radius and that another store will do nothing for the community. He said that he believes that we can do better by having other types of businesses rather than liquor stores. Atty. Maistelman said that the letter from the pastor from the Loving Shepherd Lutheran Church should have been included in the notice/file. Individuals also present: Ald. Pratt said that she has received letters from the neighbors requesting a committee meeting. Ald. Pratt moved to hold the application to the call of the chair. There were no objections. (Prevailed 4-1)	Pass	4:0
5/16/2023	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	HELD TO CALL OF THE CHAIR; Minutes note: 01 CAMARENO, Nietzche, Agent for "Brew City Towing LLC", Recycling, Salvaging, or Towing Premises License Renewal Application for "Brew City Towing LLC" at 4030 W Douglas Av. (Expired 4/12/2023) Mr. Cooney requested that this application be adjourned for today. Ald. Pratt moved to hold the application to the call of the chair. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
5/16/2023	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: AGENDA ONLY 03 GROH, Joan M, Agent for "COCKTAILS BY COUNTY, INC.", Class B Tavern and Public Entertainment Premises License Renewal Applications with Reorganization of Legal Entity, Change of Agent and Transfer of Stock for "COCKTAILS BY COUNTY" at 250 E JUNEAU Av. 04 LUDWIG, John M, Agent for "RILEY'S SANDWICH COMPANY LLC", Class B Tavern License Renewal Application and Public Entertainment Premises License Application Requesting Instrumental Musicians, Bands and Karaoke for "Riley's Social House" at 411 E MENOMONEE St. 05 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 #4214" at 11800 W Silver Spring DR. 12 DAVIS, Russell R, Agent for "Twisted Fisherman LLC", Class B Tavern, Public Entertainment Premises and Food Dealer License Renewal Applications for "Twisted Fisherman Crab Shack" at 1200 W CANAL St. 14 DUVAL, Richard W, Agent for "Lost Whale Enterprises LLC", Class B Tavern License Renewal Application with Removing Stockholder and Transfer of Stock for "Lost Whale" at 2151 S KINNICKINNIC Av. 15 MUMMANENI, Krishna teja, Agent for "HARMEET, LLC", Class A Malt & Class A Liquor License Renewal Application with Transfer of Stock for "MID CITY LIQUOR" at 1935 W CENTER St. Ald. Pratt moved approval of the "agenda only" items. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
5/16/2023	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	RECOMMENDED FOR APPROVAL; Minutes note: Ald. Brostoff moved approval of the file 230077 as amended. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
5/9/2023	0	COMMON COUNCIL	ASSIGNED TO

Number

230077

Version

Original

Reference

Sponsor

THE CHAIR

Title

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

Drafter

CC-CC

Laurie Phillip

5/4/2023