City of Milwaukee - File #: 230409

• File #: 230409
• Version: 0
• Type: Motion
• Status: In Council-Approval
• File created: 7/11/2023
• In control: COMMON COUNCIL
• Final action: 7/31/2023
• 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
7/31/2023	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 13 GARAPATI, Indira, Agent for "Parkway Communities, LLC", Mobile Home Park License Renewal Application for "Parkway Communities" at 6160 S 6TH St. (Expired 6/30/2023) Atty. Michael Maistelman appeared on behalf of the applicant. Individuals also present: Ald. Spiker said that a neighborhood meeting was held on July 26 at the park premises, that everybody who showed up was heard, that he provided informational resources at state level (in English and Spanish). He also said that a supplemental plan of operations has been set up and submitted by Atty. Maistelman and that he has no objections. Mr. Cooney confirmed that the supplemental plan of operations is part of the file. Ald. Borkowski moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 4-0)	Pass	4:0
7/31/2023	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: Agenda Only 01 COLEMAN, Iesha D, Agent for "GQ AUTOMOTIVE LLC", Secondhand Motor Vehicle Dealer's License Application for "GQ AUTOMOTIVE LLC" at 3841 W VILLARD Av. 02 KLER, Mandeep S, Agent for "MIDTOWN PETROLEUM CORP.", Filling Station, Food Dealer and Weights & Measures License Transfer Applications with Change of Hours From 5AM - 2AM To 12AM - 11:59PM for "MIDTOWN PETROLEUM" at 6003 W Fond Du Lac Av. 02 WANG, Reyn M, Agent for "Nyia Entertainment, Inc", Class B Tavern and Public Entertainment Premises License Transfer Applications with Change of Hours From 4PM - 2AM To Open at 11AM and Close at 1AM Mon - Thu and at 2AM Thu - Sat; and Change in Age Restriction to 30 Years and Up for "Dragons' Place" at 7200 W FOND DU LAC Av. 03 GABERT, Thomas S, Agent for "Pomona Cider Company LLC", Permanent Extension of Premises Application for Alcohol and Food (Patio) and Sidewalk Dining License Application for "Pomona Cider Company" at 2163 N FARWELL Av. 03 MOHAMADY, Waleed, Agent for "Cruzin Kitchens LLC", Extended Hours Establishments (To Close at 3AM on Fri & Sat) and Food Dealer License Applications for "Kitchen Kings" at 1000 E LOCUST St. 04 KIM, Jongsoo, Agent for "Woori Corp", Class B Tavern and Food Dealer License Renewal with Change of Agent for "Kanpai" at 408 E Chicago St. 06 MARSHALL, Jonte, Agent for "BLACKOUT HOLDINGS, LLC", Class A Malt & Class A Liquor License Renewal Application for "Express Liquor" at 3833 N TEUTONIA Av. 08 CHRISTENSEN, Michael G, Agent for "FOREST COUNTY POTAWATOMI COMMUNITY", Class B Tavern License Transfer Application with Change of Floor Plan (3rd floor) and Food Dealer License Application for "POTAWATOMI BINGO CASINO/ POTAWATOMI HOTEL" at 1611-1721 W CANAL St. 09 AMIN, Dhanani, Agent for "Zubha POP Foods LLC", Waiver Request of the Time Limit to Receive the Extended Hours Establishments and Food Dealer Licenses for "Popeye's #906" at 7525 W GOOD HOPE Rd. 12 BRISTER, Rosha, Agent for "Style Pop Cafe LLC", Public Entertainment Premises and Food Dealer License Applications Requesting Instrumental Musicians, Poetry Readings and Fitness Sessions for "Style Pop Cafe" at 934 S 5th St. 12 FLORES, Ursula G, Agent for "AAL MM, INC.", Class B Tavern, Public Entertainment Premises and Sidewalk Dining License Renewal Applications Adding Disc Jockey, Poetry Readings, 10 Concerts/yr, Dancing by Performers, Patrons Dancing, Art Exhitbits and Programming Celebrations; and Change of Floor Plan (Removing the Cafe) for "Arts At Large Cafe" at 1100 S 5th St. 14 ARIAS, Concepcion, Class B Tavern, Public Entertainment Premises and Food Dealer License Renewal Applications with Reorganization of Legal Entity and Change of Agent for "El Salvador Restaurant" at 2316 S 6TH St. 15 COLEMAN, Wanetta M, Agent for "WC's Rhythm and Blues LLC", Permanent Extension of Premise Application for Alcohol (Patio) for "WC's Rhythm and Blues" at 1201 W Wright St. Ald. Brostoff moved approval of the "Agenda Only" items. There were no objections. (Prevailed 4-0)	Pass	4:0
7/31/2023	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: Warning Letter BROWN, Yolanda D Class D Operator’s License Application 01 KHAN, Kashif M, Agent for "Petro America LLC", Filling Station, Food Dealer, Weights & Measures License Renewal Applications for "Petro America LLC" at 7537 N TEUTONIA Ald. Pratt moved approval of the "Warning Letter" items. There were no objections. (Prevailed 4-0)	Pass	4:0
7/31/2023	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: Ald. Borkowski made a motion to return to the License Committee the following application: 08 YANEZ, Iveliss, Agent for "MKE Junk Junkies, LLC", Recycling, Salvaging, or Towing Premises Requesting Non-Consensual Towing, Dealing, Storing and/or Transporting; Removing and/or Recycling Junk/Valuable Metal, Waste Tires and Salvaged Motor Vehicle Parts (including secondhand tires/batteries) AND Secondhand Motor Vehicle Dealer' License Applications for "MKE Junk Junkies LLC" at 2640 W Greves St. There were no objections. (Prevailed 4-0)	Pass	4:0
7/31/2023	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	RECOMMENDED FOR APPROVAL; Minutes note: Ald. Borkowski moved approval of the file 230409 as amended. There were no objections. (Prevailed 4-0)	Pass	4:0
7/31/2023	0	COMMON COUNCIL	APPROVED; Minutes note: Renewal with a fifteen (15) day suspension of the Class A Malt & Class A Liquor license based upon the preponderance of the evidence in the police report that demonstrates the operation results in a threat to health, safety or welfare of the public; for the premises located at 2643 W Atkinson Av. ("I Shop Supermarket ") in the 1st aldermanic district. (No Written Objections Have Been Filed) There was no one present when this item was called.	Pass	15:0
7/18/2023	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 11 SINGH, Jaswinder, Agent for "BABA SRI CHAND JI 2 INC.", Class A Malt & Class A Liquor, Food Dealer and Weights & Measures License Applications for "MCCARTY'S PARK MARKET PLACE & SPIRITS" at 6828 W Oklahoma Av. The applicant was present. Individuals also present: Ald. Borkowski said that he is grateful for the team in front him and that he is very excited for their proposal. He added that they have gone beyond and that the neighbors are supportive. Ald. Borkowski moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
7/18/2023	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 02 HAMELIN, Brenda, Disabled Loading Zone License Application at 4430 N 70th St. The applicant was not present. Brenda Martin was present (mother). Individuals also present: Mr. Cooney said that disabled applications are accepted from a relative or caregiver on behalf the disabled applicant. Ald. Chambers moved to amend the hours of operation from 6AM to 7PM. There were no objections. Ald. Chambers moved approval as amended. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
7/18/2023	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 07 MOHAMMAD, Younas I, Agent for "A&I PETROLEUM, LLC", Extended Hours Establishments, Filling Station, Food Dealer and Weights & Measures License Renewal Applications for "GAS DEPOT" at 2707 W BURLEIGH St. (Expires 7/6/2023) Atty. Michael Maistelman and Atty. Vincent Bobot appeared on behalf of the applicant. Atty. Maistelman said that he wants to point out that his client was cooperative with MPD on every incidence and that he follows the proper protocol. He added that there is a mitigation plan in place, that it is also part of the file and that he has been working with Ald. Rainey and MPD. Ald. Rainey said that he recommends approval with a warning letter. Ald. Borkowski said that he is concerned about the gun violence and that he is going to trust the applicant, the mitigation plan presented and the alderman of the district. Ald. Chambers moved approval with a warning letter based upon the preponderance of the evidence in the police report that demonstrates the operation results in a threat to health, safety or welfare of the public. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
7/18/2023	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 12 WISE, Marcus L, Agent for "POP MKE, LLC", Class B Tavern, Public Entertainment Premises and Food Dealer License Applications Requesting Instrumental Musicians, Disc Jockey, Patrons Dancing and 5 Amusement Machines for "POP" at 124 W NATIONAL Av. The applicant was present. Individuals also present: Ald. Perez said that he met with the applicant and that he supports the application. Ald. Borkowski moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
7/18/2023	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 12 ALBANIL COYOLT, Ruben, Agent for "Sky Pub and Grill LLC", Class B Tavern and Public Entertainment Premises License Renewal Applications for "Sky Bar" at 1339 S 7TH St. (Expired 5/28/2023) The applicant was present along with Atty. Vincent Bobot. Individuals also present: Sgt. Velasquez said that there are no standing fines at the moment. Ald. Perez said that he has no objections. Ald. Borkowski moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
7/18/2023	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 03 SCHAEFER, Scott A, Agent for "Jack's American Pub, LLC", Class B Tavern, Public Entertainment Premises, Food Dealer and Sidwalk Dining License Renewal Applications for "Jack's American Pub" at 1323 E Brady St. (Expires 7/1/2023) The applicant was present. The applicant did not wanted to offer any comments in regards of the police report. Individuals also present: Ald. Chambers said that he wonders why the cameras were no functional on 05/12/22. The applicant said that he has upgraded the surveillance system to get footage on real time. Ald. Brostoff said that he has talked to the applicant, that there is an open communication and that he is part of the solution effort along with other bars in the area. Ald. Brostoff moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
7/18/2023	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 03 ALOUL, Kahled S, Agent for "Mac & Cheese World LLC", Extended Hours Establishments and Food Dealer License Renewal Applications Removing Stockholder and Transfer of Stock for "Mac Shack" at 1701 N HUMBOLDT Av. (Expired 3/28/2023) The applicant was not present. Mr. Mustafa said that the changes on the application were done by mistake and that the agent is just the investor and that he is in Minnesota. Ald. Coggs said that only an attorney or the agent could make the changes that Mr. Mustafa has mentioned. Ald. Brostoff moved to hold the application to the call of the chair. There were no objections. Ald. Brostoff moved to reconsider the application at 10:25 am. There were no objections. The applicant was present along with Mr. Mustafa. Carly Hegarty (MHD) said that the applicant has been operating without a license, remained open after hours but that they do not have an objection now since the applicant has corrected issues, and paid fines. Ald. Brostoff said that he appreciates that Mr. Mustafa came to his office to talk and that the business has been graded A after those conversations. He added that he just want to make sure that when a health inspector comes to any business, they must be respected because they are doing a hard job, underpaid and that it is for the sake of the business and the public in general. Ald. Brostoff moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
7/18/2023	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 04 WASHINGTON, Shamia, Agent for "Reign LLC", Class B Tavern and Public Entertainment Premises License Renewal Applications for "Reign" at 231 E BUFFALO St. (Expires 9/20/2023) The applicant was not present. Ald. Pratt moved to hold the application to the call of the chair. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0) Ald. Pratt moved to reconsider the application at 10:38 am. The applicant was present. Individuals also present: Ald. Bauman asked the applicant what she has done to address the noise issues especially when patrons are leaving. The applicant said that she did not receive any complaints in person, over the phone or mail and that she has checked the surveillance system ever since Ald. Bauman’s phone call and that is not true that her patrons were noisy. Ald. Bauman said that he has no objections. Ald. Brostoff moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
7/18/2023	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 04 ORR, Jessica J, Agent for "ELECTRIC LIME MILWAUKEE LLC", Class B Tavern, Public Entertainment Premises, Food Dealer and Sidewalk Dining License Applications Requesting Instrumental Musicians, Disc Jockey, Bands, Magic Shows, 5 Amusement Machines, Poetry Readings, Comedy Acts and 12 Theater Performances/yr for "Electric Lime" at 811-813 N JEFFERSON St. The applicant was present. Individuals also present: Ald. Bauman said that he has no objections. Ald. Borkowski moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
7/18/2023	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 04 VAILLANCOURT, Erica E, Agent for "INTERSTATE PARKING COMPANY LLC", Parking Lot License Renewal Application for "INTERSTATE PARKING CO LLC" at 332 W STATE St. (Expires 9/12/2023) The applicant was present along with Mr. Janoviec. The applicant said that on item 3 it was not a stolen vehicle from the premises. Individuals also present: Ald. Bauman said that he has no objections for this premises. Ald. Chambers moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
7/18/2023	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 04 VAILLANCOURT, Erica E, Agent for "Interstate Parking Company LLC", Parking Lot License Renewal Application for "Interstate Parking Company # 1148" at 701 W ST PAUL Av. (Expired 9/23/2022) The applicant was present along with Mr. Janoviec. Individuals also present: Ald. Bauman said that this application was heard two cycles ago and that the number incidences were concerning because this parking lot is right off from the Intermodal Station. He also explained that this lot was leased to a company based in California and that they are responsible for funding the safety. He added that the applicant took the message to the DOT, that the secretary pledged his support, that an adequate security will be funded and that it will have a long-term solution as well. The applicant said that they prepared a mitigation plan that it has been attached to the file. She added that the highlight right now is that there is a 24hr security onsite. Ald. Brostoff asked what she means with 24hr security onsite. The applicant said that there is a 24hr security guard in a vehicle with the lights on besides the surveillance from the station. Ald. Brostoff asked if there is a time frame for the long-term solution. Mr. Janiovec said that the conversations are still going on for the long-term solution with the state. Ald. Coggs asked if they are committing to the 24hr security onsite until the perimeter is fenced. The applicant said they will provide the 24hr security guard until the capital investment is finalized. Ald. Chambers moved to amend the application adding 24hr security onsite until the capital investment is finalized. Ald. Brostoff moved approval as amended. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
7/18/2023	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 04 TORKILDSON, David, Agent for "ABM Industry Groups, LLC", Parking Lot License Renewal Application for "ABM Parking Services" at 404 W St Paul Av. (Expires 7/27/2023) The applicant was present. Individuals also present: Ald. Bauman said that this parking lot is also across the street from the Intermodal Station. He added that last time that they were here, they talked about landscaping and that it was done but that it needs to be taken care of. He added that they might be looking for fencing and that this is private owned. Ald. Chambers moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
7/18/2023	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 04 SHAW, Bianca N, Agent for "Jericho's Taste Me Good BBQ, LLC", Food Dealer and Food Peddler License Renewal Applications for "Jericho's BBQ" at 754 N 27th St. (Expires 9/19/2023) The applicant was present. Individuals also present: Sgt. Velasquez said that the standing fines were taken care of. Ald. Bauman said that he has no objections. Ald. Chambers moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
7/18/2023	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 13 GARAPATI, Indira, Agent for "Parkway Communities, LLC", Mobile Home Park License Renewal Application for "Parkway Communities" at 6160 S 6TH St. (Expires 6/30/2023) Atty. Michael Maistelman appeared on behalf of the applicant. Individuals in support: Nicholas Reich - 6160 S 6th St – said that he used to work for the mobile park and that he has seen many improvements. He added that if the tenants do not break the rules, the costs do not go higher. He added that denying the license would affect the tenants and the city as well because there is a pandemic for housing. Ald. Chambers asked the witness what he means with there is a cost if breaking the rules. Mr. Reich said that he has seen people overflowing the dumpsters. Ald. Chambers said that it should be a penalization fee not an increase on the rent. Individuals in objection: Carmen Camacho Torres – 6160 S 6th E16 – she said that after the last hearing she received phone calls from a restricted number threatening her and others. She added that she does not know who did it. She also said that the same day, the electricity meter was changed without notice and by an act of magic. She added that the manager called to ask her to meet with the gentleman here (Shawn) and that she was told that judges are not to decide what happens in the mobile park and that she responded that is the judges’ work. They also told her that they are waiting to hear from WE Energies about to put the meters under the mobile homeowners name. She said that this meeting happened inside the office where there are surveillance cameras. Individuals also present: Ald. Borkowski said that he gets the impression that management is taking advantage from the residents. He added that there were more people at the last hearing and that today, only Ms. Camacho is here and that he is waiting to hear from the attorney. He said that he does not like how it smells. Ald. Chambers said that he believes that Me. Camacho was threaten and that she is brave to come here to fight for her living arrangements and risking them as well. He added that her testimony will be beneficial to everyone. Atty. Maistelman asked Mrs. Camacho if she understands that this matter is being brought up to the license committee and not to the court. Ms. Camacho said that she is aware where she is right now. Atty. Maistelman asked Ms. Camacho is she knew that Ald. Spiker was holding a neighborhood meeting. Ms. Camacho said that she was aware. Atty. Maistelman asked why she was not there. Ms. Camacho said that she was there along with others outside the office waiting for the management team and that they never showed up. She added that there are cameras and they can see that they were there. Atty. Maistelman asked if she saw the letter, a piece of paper about the meeting. Ms. Camacho said that she was aware of the meeting because she lives next door and that Rosa (the manager) sent the letter to those that are in favor and not to the ones objecting. She clarified that they were waiting outside the office and that management did not show up. Ald. Spiker asked who threaten her according to her testimony. Ms. Camacho said that she does not know because the calls came from a restricted number and that they were man and female voices. Ald. Spiker asked Ms. Camacho if she received the letter from his office that was in English and Spanish. Ms. Camacho said that she did not receive it. Individuals also present: Ald. Spiker said that this application was scheduled due to neighborhood complaints for fees that are imposed to the residents. He added that at the last hearing was clear that neighbors had issues and held the application for that reason. He added that a bilingual letter was sent for the neighbors to meet at the Water Tower due space issues and that no one showed up except for management. He said that he talked to management about his concerns and that there is one parking fee that bothers him. He also said that he sees that communication is a problem between management and the community. He added that residents want a better management, that they want to live there and that he provided materials (translated) but that he does not anymore, if those materials made it to the residents. He added that retaliation is a bridge that cannot be crossed and that he wants to hold this application because he wants to stop at the mobile park to talk to the residents. He knows that residents did not receive the letter that he sent out. Atty. Maistelman said that they are fine with Ald. Spiker’s request to hold the application to hold the actual meeting with the residents. He also said that residents must have the opportunity to voice their concerns and to answer their questions . He also said that a text message was sent out to residents changing the date/time of the meeting without location and that is why residents showed up at the logical place which was the management's office and not at the Water Tower. Ald. Pratt moved to call the application to the call of the chair. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
7/18/2023	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 13 AHMED, Aziz, Agent for "JA Petroleum Investment LLC", Filling Station, Food Dealer and Weights & Measures License Renewal Applications with Change of Floor Plan for "Hometown" at 3200 S 27TH St. (Expires 9/5/2023) The applicant was present along with Atty. Vincent Bobot who said that the violation occurred on 2022 and that the gas station was closed to replace all the bumps. He added that this is the first violation for selling cigarettes to a minor in three years and that he has a significant investment on the premises. Individuals also present: Ald. Spiker said that Atty. Bobot is right and that he wants the applicant to participate in voluntarily training programs to avoid that issue especially because it is close to the high school. Atty. Bobot said that they agree with the recommendation. Ald. Chambers moved approval with a warning letter 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. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
7/18/2023	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 01 JASSAL, Manmeet S, Agent for "JMP FOOD & BEER MART, INC.", Class A Fermented Malt, Food Dealer and Weights & Measures License Applications for "Ring Food Mart" at 3432 W SILVER SPRING DR. The applicant was present. Individuals also present: Ald. Pratt said that she met with the applicant and that she supports the application. Ald. Pratt moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
7/18/2023	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 01 MASON, Lazef G, Agent for "Swift Towing LLC", Recycling, Salvaging, or Towing Premises License Application Requesting Non-Consensual Towing and Removing and/or Recycling Junk/Valuable Metal for "Swift Towing LLC" at 4912 W VILLARD Av. The applicant was present. The applicant said that customers will be served by appointment only. Individuals also present: Mr. Cooney said the applicant does not require a license for towing as he will be doing privately and that for the junk part of the business, he would need to amend the application. Ald. Pratt asked if he is going to store vehicles at the location. The applicant said that he won’t be storing vehicles in the premises. Mr. Cooney said that there is nothing of the application. Ald. Pratt asked to amend the application to include that no vehicles are to be stored in the premises and removing non-consensual towing and to savage vehicles. There were no objections. The applicant agreed. Ald. Pratt moved to amend the application to include that no vehicles are to be stored in the premises and removing non-consensual towing and to savage vehicles. There were no objections. Ald. Pratt moved approval as amended. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
7/18/2023	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 15 PONUGOTI, Praneeth K, Agent for "PKK LLC", Class A Fermented Malt, Food Dealer and Weights & Measures License Applications for "SKYWAY FOOD MART" at 2601 N 35TH St. The applicant was present along with Atty. Jeff Guerard Individuals in Opposition: Elmer Elhotch – 2572 N 35th St - lives across the store – he said that he opposes because there is nothing but trash and that they do not nothing to mitigate the trash. He said that customers leave and rip their packages off and throw them on the street. He added that he calls the alderman’s office and that no one answers. Individuals also present: Mr. Ellzey said that this is a new applicant and that he hopes that he keeps up with the plan of operations and that he would like to see the cleaning happening twice a day and that there can be a big garbage bin outside the store as well. Atty. Guerard agreed to both suggestions. Ald. Brostoff moved to amend the plan of operation to include clean ups 2 times/day and to place a big garbage bin outside the store. There were no objections. Ald. Pratt moved approval as amended. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
7/18/2023	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	HELD TO CALL OF THE CHAIR; Minutes note: 15 SALEM, Ahmed I, Agent for "OMAR FOOD MARKET LLC", Class A Fermented Malt and Food Dealer License Renewal Applications for "Omar Food" at 2803 N 35TH St. (Expires 6/19/2023) The applicant was present and said that he will shot anybody who comes to takes his life. Individuals in objection: Elmer Elhotch – 2572 N 35th St – he said that the problem is the trash and the people with low values that these businesses attract. Individuals also present: Mr. Ellzey said that there might be a confusion with the police report and the statement made by the applicant. Officer Benitez said that the police report is about a shot spotter. Mr. Cooney clarified that the event that the applicant is referring to, it happened on the last licensing period. Mr. Ellzey asked the applicant if he has a security guard onsite. The applicant said that he has his brother in law with him. Mr. Ellzey asked if he has a licensed security guard at the store. The applicant said that he does not, that he does not have a problem at his store, and that he communicates with the police. Mr. Ellzey said that he would like to hold this application to have a full conversation with the applicant regarding security. Ald. Chambers moved to hold the application to the call of the chair. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
7/18/2023	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 15 HENLEY, Barry T, Agent for "Original One LLC", Class B Tavern, Public Entertainment Premises and Food Dealer License Applications Requesting 8 Bowling Lanes, 1 Pool Table, Disc Jockey, Patrons Dancing, 5 Amusement Machines, Jukebox, Karaoke and Dart Board for "Barry's Senior Bowling" at 3827 W VLIET St. The applicant was present. Individuals also present: Mr. Ellzey said that they have received letters of support for this business and that they hope this brings more positive vibe to Vliet St. Ald. Chambers moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
7/18/2023	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 15 AKHLAGHI, Shakila, Agent for "Sky Food & Beverages LLC", Class A Fermented Malt and Food Dealer License Applications for "King Food Market" at 938 W NORTH Av. The applicant was present along with Atty. Jeff Guerard. Individuals also present: Mr. Ellzey said that they approve this application. Ald. Chambers moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
7/18/2023	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 10 BRICCO, Amber E, Agent for "DENIZEN MKE - MILWAUKEE LLC", Class B Tavern and Public Entertainment Premises License Application Requesting Instrumental Musicians, Bands, Comedy Acts, Disc Jockey, Magic Shows, Poetry Readings, Dancing by Performers, Patrons Dancing, Jukebox and Karaoke for "DENIZEN MKE" at 4227 W VLIET St. The applicant was present. Individuals also present: Ms. Byrne said that Ald. Murphy has no objections. Ald. Borkowski moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
7/18/2023	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 10 SINGH, Harjinder, Agent for "Chahal Brother One LLC", Hotel/Motel License Renewal Application for "American Inn Motel" at 6798 W APPLETON Av. (Expires 9/21/2023) The applicant was present along with Atty. Michael Maistelman who said that the item on the police report is very serious and that it has been discussed and that the applicant and staff, are participating in classes to detect these behaviors. Individuals also present: Ms. Byrne said that Ald. Murphy has no objections. Ald. Chambers moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
7/18/2023	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 09 GARCIA, Jennifer, Agent for "Holt Logistics Corporation", Class B Tavern License, Public Entertainment Premises and Food Dealer License Renewal Applications with Transfer of Stock for "Mr. B's Restaurant" at 8617 W BROWN DEER Rd. (Expires 7/13/2023) The applicant was present and said that they have a security vehicle in contract which secure the premises and patrons and, that they always call the police and cooperate. She added that she has receipt for the last fine, which was from a girl who she mentors. Individuals also present: Ald. Taylor said that she is in support after talking to the applicant about the three security measures that they have in place and not going over capacity. Ald. Borkowski moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
7/18/2023	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 09 GARCIA, Jennifer, Agent for "7330 Development LLC", Class B Tavern, Public Entertainment Premises and Food Dealer License Renewal Applications with Transfer of Stock and Adding Adult Entertainment/Strippers/Erotic Dancers for "Kiss Ultra Lounge" at 7330 N 76TH St. (Expired 2/10/2022) The applicant said that they did a cosmetic remodel, built a small stage for entertainment and that she is concentrating on her food menu and that nothing else will change. She said that she would like to amend her application to not include adult entertainment. Ald. Chambers moved to remove the adult entertainment/exotic dancers from the plan of operation. There were no objections. The applicant said that they changed security companies and have a better standard of clientele and have been weeding out the unrulies. Ald. Taylor said that she supports this application. Ald. Chambers moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
7/18/2023	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	HELD TO CALL OF THE CHAIR; Minutes note: 09 BRITTON, Monique R, Agent for "Puzzles LLC", Public Entertainment Premises and Food Dealer License Applications Requesting Ball Pit and Sensory Rooms for "Puzzles" at 5501 W MILL Rd #300. 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
7/18/2023	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 09 TAYLOR, Odean H, Agent for "JGT Investments LLC", Class B Tavern, Public Entertainment Premises and Food Dealer License Renewal Applications for "Prime Social Restaurant & Bar" at 7225 N 76TH St. (Expires 8/28/2023) The applicant was present along with Atty. Emil Obviagele. Atty. Obviagele said that some of the items on the police report are license checkups and that the incident involving the shooting is the most serious one and, that he wants the applicant to explain what happened that night. The applicant said that these people were outside the premises, that never made it inside and that it was at dismissal time when another vehicle approached the parking lot and started the shooting. He also said that they have a new security company called GPS Security and that they will be training the current staffs and that an armed guard will be provided for Saturday nights. Atty. Obviagele said that his client has taken the recommendations made by the CPTED report and that he has installed more surveillance cameras on the blind spots as well. Individuals also present: Ald. Borkowski said that the incident seems like an ambush or that those people were being targeted. The applicant said that he does not know. Atty. Obviagele said that he wishes to have an answer. Ald. Borkowski said that it could be that the applicant does not know his customers as well, that this is an ambush and that he hopes that he has learned something from it. Ald. Taylor said that she had some questions about security measures and that the applicant answered them in a two pages document. She added that he has increased signage, surveillance cameras and security guards. She also said that the applicant has agreed to attend the meeting at district 4 to increase the value of his business in the community. Ald. Coggs asked if those items that Ald. Taylor talked about are part of the record. Atty. Obviagele said that he has a copy of the letter that Ald. Taylor was referring to. Ald. Pratt moved to accept the security measures letter as part of the record. (Ald. Borkowski objected). Atty. Obviagele said that his client is doing what he can and that we do not have the answers otherwise we would not be here. He also said that he understands Ald. Borkowski’s frustration. Ald. Borkowski said that he would like to see more consequences for poor behaviors and that he would like not to see people defending what is not defendable. Ald. Chambers moved approval with a warning letter based upon the preponderance of the evidence in the police report that demonstrates the operation results in a threat to health, safety or welfare of the public. (Prevailed 4-1) The meeting paused at 1:03 p.m. The meeting reconvene at 1:24 p.m.	Pass	4:1
7/18/2023	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: LUCHT, Daniel Class D Operator’s License Application The applicant was present and said that he was here two months ago, that he was about to plead guilty when he came in the first time. He added that he has been working in the service industry to support himself and his father. He said that this is the first tome applying for a license in Milwaukee and that he has been licensed in Florida. He also said that he is asking for a chance to continue working on the job that he is good at. Individuals also present. Ald. Chambers asked the applicant if the items on the police report were alcohol related. The applicant said that the charges were not a result of alcohol use and that he has not have a problem at work. He said that he is taking a 23-week anger management class (currently at 9 weeks) and that he wants to continue growing. Ald. Chambers said that he is struggling granting something with these significant charges. Ald. Chambers moved denial. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
7/18/2023	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: PARKS, Ryan J Class B Manager's License Renewal Application The applicant was present and said that his conviction is embarrassing and that he completed his probation. Individuals also present: Ald. Borkowski moved approval based on the report of the Department of Corrections. (Prevailed 4-1)	Pass	4:1
7/18/2023	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; 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. Individuals in opposition: Pastor Cunningham – Macedonia Church – 7265 N. Teutonia Av – he said that he is in opposition because this establishment is directly across from his church, which is not a good fit for the daycare next door and the services they offer for alcohol and drugs rehabilitation. James Nickelson -7069 N 43rd St – He said that they have enough liquor stores around and that another liquor store is not a good fit. Patrick Tannhauser - 7139 N 43rd St – He said that he opposes to another liquor store in his community and in the City of Milwaukee. He also said that there are issues on that corner and that having liquor store will make it worse. He also believes that there are other uses for that building as an ice cream shop, beauty store, etc. Ald. Prat asked if Mr. Tannhauser works at a liquor store. Mr. Tannhauser said that he does but that he is opposing as a 35-year neighbor. Craig Ausman – 7289 N Teutonia Av – He said that his business is across the street from the proposed liquor store and that the application says that there is no church/daycare within 300 feet. He added that there is a church and daycare less than 300 feet within the property line. The applicant asked if he opposes to his restaurant. Mr. Ausman said that the he supports the restaurant but not a liquor store. Michelle – she said that the building must have a better use than a liquor store. She added that it must be something for the community. Brian Zimmerman – 7343 N Teutonia Av – he said that the owners of Star 1 (building owner) oppose to the new liquor store since there a number of stores within a short distance. Mr. Cooney said that DNS verified the measurement and due the particular design of Teutonia Av., the location is not within 300 feet technically. Individuals also present: Ald. Pratt said that she held the community meeting, that the turnout was low and that she supports the neighbors who have showed at the hearings and moved denial based upon fitness of the location. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	4:0
7/18/2023	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 14 ROJAS PERALTA, Gianfranco, Agent for "CEC Entertainment, LLC", Public Entertainment Premises License Renewal Application for "Chuck E Cheese's" at 2701 S CHASE Av. (Expires 8/31/2023) The applicant was present along with Atty. Claude J. Krawczyk and Adam Shafran (virtually). Atty. Krawczyk said that the incidents were minor and well handled by the staff. Mr. Shafran said that they have security guards on site (weekends) and that the establishment will be renovated next year and also read a letter to the committee accepting suggestions and questions after. Individuals also present: Atty. Borkowski said that we have had so many issues with many businesses and that it is almost humorous to have Chuck E. Cheese in here. Atty. Krawczyk said that it is part of the world that we live in today. Ald. Dimitrijevic said that she recommends approval with a warning letter at this moment. Ald. Borkowski moved approval with a warning letter 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. There were no objections. (Prevailed 4-0)	Pass	4:0
7/18/2023	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 14 CZERWINSKI, Dominik J, Agent for "TIEDKE, INC", Class B Tavern, Public Entertainment Premises and Food Dealer License Transfer Applications with Change of Agent, Removing/Adding Stockholders and Transfer of Stock for "SCOTTY'S BAR & PIZZA" at 3921 S CLEMENT Av. The applicant was present and said that he has turned his life around since the incident from the police report happened. Individuals also present: Ald. Dimitrijevic said that there are no objections from the neighbors. Ald. Borkowski moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 4-0)	Pass	5:0
7/18/2023	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 14 HERNANDEZ TREJO, Enrique, Agent for "Los Potrillos Auto Sales, LLC", Secondhand Motor Vehicle Dealer's License Renewal Application for "Los Potrillos Auto Sales, LLC" at 3170 S 13th St. (Expires 8/4/2023) The applicant was not present. Ald. Brostoff moved to hold the application to the call of the chair upon first nonappearance. There no objections (Prevailed 4-0) Ald. Brostoff moved to reconsider the application at 3:48 p.m. There were no objections. The applicant was present along with Harlan Hernandez as interpreter. Individuals also present: Mr. Cooney said that Ald. Dimitrijevic recommended renewal with a warning letter. Ald. Brostoff moved approval with a warning letter 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. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
7/18/2023	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 14 DODSON, Charmice L, Agent for "Bellis Bistro, LLC", Class B Tavern, Public Entertainment Premises and Food Dealer License Renewal Applications with Transfer of Stock and Adding Disc Jockey as Type of Entertainment for "Bellis Bistro" at 2643 S Kinnickinnic Av. (Expired 4/19/2023) The applicant was present along with her husband who said that the incident on the police report did not happen while they were open. Mr. Dodson said that he brought a copy of the map where the shell was found on the alley and that it was too far from his establishment. Individuals also present: Ald. Dimitrijevic said that she has no objections with this establishment. She also said that they received complaints about having Disc Jockey without a license and that the applicant corrected the issue immediately. Ald. Chambers moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
7/18/2023	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	HELD TO CALL OF THE CHAIR; Minutes note: 06 MARSHALL, Jonte, Agent for "BLACKOUT HOLDINGS, LLC", Class A Malt & Class A Liquor License Renewal Application for "Express Liquor" at 3833 N TEUTONIA Av. (Expires 9/20/2023) 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 5-0)	Pass	5:0
7/18/2023	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 06 KIRK, Kelly R, Agent for "Zoom Zooms & Wham Whams Take out LLC", Extended Hours Establishments License Application for "Zoom Zooms & Wham Whams" at 3800 N TEUTONIA Av. The applicant was present who said that the citations were due a house renovation, that he was not aware of the rules and took some time to pay the fines because he did not know about them. He also said that the other item was about a police officer who was following him and started to argue with him. Individuals also present: Ald. Coggs asked the applicant what he is trying to do. The applicant said that they will bring delivery partners for the late hours and that there will be a delivery window so no one enters in the lobby. Mr. Cooney said that the delivery window is not part of the plan of operations but that “take out” is. Ald. Chambers moved to amend the application that the extended hours service is conducted through a delivery window. There were no objections. Ald. Coggs said that she has no objections. Ald. Chambers moved approval as amended. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
7/18/2023	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	HELD TO CALL OF THE CHAIR; Minutes note: 08 MARAVILLA, Florentino, Agent for "Neveria Las Maravillas LLC", Food Dealer License Renewal Application for "Neveria Las Maravillas" at 2908 W Lincoln Av. (Expires 5/24/2023) The applicant was not present. Ald. Borkowski moved to hold the application to the call of the chair. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
7/18/2023	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 08 YANEZ, Iveliss, Agent for "MKE Junk Junkies, LLC", Recycling, Salvaging, or Towing Premises Requesting Non-Consensual Towing, Dealing, Storing and/or Transporting; Removing and/or Recycling Junk/Valuable Metal, Waste Tires and Salvaged Motor Vehicle Parts (including secondhand tires/batteries) AND Secondhand Motor Vehicle Dealer' License Applications for "MKE Junk Junkies LLC" at 2640 W Greves St. The applicant was present and said that the violation of the domestic abuse order happened about 10 years ago; that the third incident was when they did not know the rules for licensing but that they corrected it since then. She added that for the 4th item, his husband learn a tough lesson. Individuals also present: Ald. Zamarripa said that she has talked to both, the applicant and her husband and that she has told them that she supports the secondhand motor vehicle license but that she cannot support the towing license because of the item 5 on the police report. She added that the victim was here at previous hearings when the applicant did not show up. She also said that she feels that the secondhand motor vehicle license is less confrontational and that Mr. Booher has a problem confronting people answering to Ald. Chambers’ question. Mr. Cooney said that both licenses were not renewed by the applicant on 2021. The applicant said that this is a new application that it is costing a lot to his business and family, that they have been liquidating assets in order to keep the 10 employees. She added that her husband is not literate and that he did not understand that he was being offered a plan to fix the issues. Ald. Chambers asked why the committee must try giving a chance to a business that already failed by its own actions and that it was ruled by the county’s court. The applicant said that the her husband refused to talk to the alderperson back then. Ald. Brostoff moved approval of the secondhand motor vehicle license and denial of the of the Recycling, Salvaging, or Towing Premises license. (Prevailed 4-1)	Pass	4:1
7/18/2023	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: Agenda Only 04 BALISTRERI, Theodore, Agent for "Sendik's MU LLC", Class A Malt & Class A Liquor, Food Dealer and Weights & Measures License Renewal Applications with Change of Hours From Closing at 11PM To Close at 9PM; and Holidays & Summer Hours 10AM - 8PM; for "Sendik's Food Markets" at 824 N 16th St. 04 DOBLE, Michael P, Agent for "The Explorium Brewpub Third Ward LLC", Class B Tavern, Public Entertainment Premises and Food Dealer License Renewal Applications Adding 5 Amusement Machines (Total of 5) for "The Explorium Brewpub" at 143 W ST PAUL Av. 04 LUEDTKE-WILLIAMS, Beth Marie, Agent for "American Food & Vending Corporation", Extended Hours Establishments and Food Dealer License Renewal Applications with Change of Agent for "American Food & Vending Corp @ Milwaukee School of Engineering" at 1025 N Broadway. 04 MCGINTY, Thomas JAMES, Agent for "MAC PARTNERS, LLC", Class B Tavern, Public Entertainment Premises and Food Dealer License Renewal Applications with Change of Agent for "Milwaukee Athletic Club - 4th Floor" at 758 N BROADWAY. 04 SCROBEL, Andrea, Agent for "Revel 215 Water LLC", Loading Zone License Renewal Application with Change of Agent for "Heimat LLC" at 215 N WATER St. 04 STEFFKE, Gregg W, Agent for "HARP AND EAGLE, LTD", Class B Tavern, Public Entertainment Premises and Food Dealer License Renewal Applications with Change of Hours From Opening at 11:30 AM Mon - Fri and at 11AM Sat & Sun; To Open at 8AM Sun – Sat; for "COUNTY CLARE" at 1234 N ASTOR St. 04 VARTANIAN-MIKAELIAN, Melissa N, Agent for "MILWAUKEE REPERTORY THEATER, INC", Class B Tavern, Public Entertainment Premises and Food Dealer License Renewal Applications with Change on Floor Plan (Capacity) for "MILWAUKEE REPERTORY THEATER" at 108 E WELLS St. 09 DUTTA, Vipan, Agent for "FAMILY MART, LLC", Extended Hours Establishments, Filling Station, Food Dealer and Weights & Measures License Renewal Applications with Change of Trade Name for "BROWN DEER AMOCO" at 10501 W BROWN DEER Rd. 11 FEDERMAN, Michael J, Agent for "BLESSED SACRAMENT CONGREGATION", Class B Fermented Malt and Food Dealer License Renewal Applications with Change of Agent for "BLESSED SACRAMENT CONGREGATION" at 3100 S 41ST St. 11 LIMERICK, Richard A, Agent for "Rich's Auto Deals LLC", Secondhand Motor Vehicle Dealer's License Application for "Rich's Auto Deals LLC" at 3500 S 92ND St #4G. 11 ROSPLOCH, Angie, Agent for "RAVINA PARC OWNERS ASSOCIATION", Loading Zone License Renewal Application with Change of Agent for "RAVINA PARC OWNERS ASSOCIATION" at 2650 S 60TH St. 12 GONZALEZ, SR, Francisco, Class B Tavern and Public Entertainment Premises License Renewal Applications Adding 2 Amusement Machines (Total of 2) for "GUANAJUATO'S BAR" at 1979 S 5TH St. 13 BENNETT, Joseph G, Agent for "Van Horn Latino, LLC", Secondhand Motor Vehicle Dealer's License Renewal Application Removing Stockholder and Transfer of Stock for "Van Horn Latino" at 3030 W LOOMIS Rd. 14 BARCZAK, Lee R, Agent for "Neighborhood Theater Group LLC", Loading Zone License Renewal Application with Change of Agent for "Neighborhood Theater Group" at 2473 S Kinnickinnic Av. Ald. Pratt moved approval of the "Agenda Only" items. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
7/18/2023	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: Warning Letter VANG, Elisha Class D Operator’s License Application 02 SMITH, Myron D, Agent for "GH MIDTOWN, INC", Food Dealer License Renewal Application for "CULVER'S MIDTOWN" at 5501 W FOND DU LAC Av. 04 HOLZ, Michael P, Agent for "TACO MIKES LLC", Class B Tavern, Food Dealer and Sidewalk Dining License Renewal Applications for "Taco Mikes LLC" at 1001 N MARTIN L KING JR DR. (expires 8/12/2024) 13 PATEL, Arpit K, Agent for "SIDHIVINAYAK, LLC", Class B Tavern, Food Dealer and Hotel/Motel License Renewal Applications for "QUALITY SUITES" at 4488 S 27TH St. 14 FRIES, Jennifer, Agent for "MC DONALDS CORPORATION", Food Dealer License Renewal Application for "MC DONALDS 7625" at 617 W OKLAHOMA Av. Ald. Brostoff moved approval of the "Warning Letter" items. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
7/18/2023	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	RECOMMENDED FOR APPROVAL; Minutes note: Ald. Chambers moved approval of the file 230409 as amended. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
7/13/2023	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 01 JABBAR, Nael N, Agent for "HOT SPOT SUPERMARKET, LLC", Class A Malt & Class A Liquor and Food Dealer License Renewal Applications for "I SHOP SUPERMARKET" at 2643 W ATKINSON Av. The applicant was present along with Atty. Samantha Baker who started to make questions to his client after the police report was read. Mr. Jabbar said that this is his family’s business since 1982, that he has managed it since the early 2000, that it is the family’s means of income, that he has 2 security guards from 8am to 9pm/7 days a week. He also said that one of the guards (Mr. Carter) is here, that they are armed and that the security guards are trained to ask people to leave if they are standing outside and if that they refuse, they must call the police. Mr. Jabbar answered Atty. Baker’s questions as follows: Item. 26. He said that they called and that they were cooperative with MPD. Item. 27. He does not recall who called but that it is a protocol to call MPD. Item. 28. He explained that this guy came in the store yelling and screaming and started shooting. He also said that the guard was there and that they have emergency buttons around the store and that the police came and they were cooperative. Item 29. He said that for the employees’ safety, he has indicated them not to identify themselves when calling to the police. Item 30. He said that they called the police and paramedics, that the person was outside and that they saw him lying on the floor through the surveillance cameras. Atty. Samantha asked if she could call the police officers involved in the calls for service listed on the police report. Ald. Borkowski said that none of these incidences are defendable, that he is not willing to hear the police officers (who he respects) for this kind of stuff. He added that there are 8 significant incidences and that it is insulting to this committee and the community to defend each of the incidences because none of these behaviors should be tolerated. Ald. Pratt said that she wants to hear from the police officers. Atty. Baker called Officer Nicholas Kropp. Officer Kropp said that he recalls the item 27 incident involving a drug deal complaint, that they received the description of one person (from one of the employees), that they conducted the stop, that they were able to arrest the suspect, that they recovered the firearm and the drugs brought in by the suspect. He added that the staff is always cooperative, that the store is clean on the many times that he has been there. He added that he has 11 years assigned to the district and that he does not have a problem with the store. Officer Kropp said that the store is located on one of the most crime-plagued areas in the district and that this store is an asset to the community. Ald. Coggs asked Officer Kropp is he or other officer reviewed the surveillance video prior their arrival. Officer Kropp said that he did and that they obtained a significant amount of the video while the call was occurring and that it was submitted as evidence against the person arrested. Ald. Borkowski asked Officer Kropp is he is fine with this store. Officer Kropp said that he is fine with it. Ald. Borkowski asked Officer Kropp how does he feel if we ask this business move to his neighborhood. Officer Kropp said that he will happy with them in his neighborhood. Ald. Borkowski asked Officer Kropp where he lives. Officer Kropp said that he lives in Caledonia. Ald. Borkowski said that he does not have any further questions. Officer Stephen Colwell was called. Atty. Baker asked him if he recalls item 28. Officer Colwell said that he recalls the incident, that he was at the scene from the beginning to the end, that the store was cooperative with the investigation, that he has been 4 years in the district, that he had other contacts with the store/agent, that he does license/premises checks, advice businesses with recommendations and do follow ups with the Community Partnership Unit. He added that the business complies with the recommendations that have been made. Ald. Pratt asked Officer Colwell how often he has been able to go out this business as part of the License Investigation Unit. Officer Colwell said that very minimal. Ald. Borkowski asked Officer Colwell if he does have a problem with this business. Officer Colwell said that they the measures that they are taken are measures that he would have taken as well. Ald. Borkowski said that there are 8 significant incidences in one year and a half and that he does not know in what world is going to be acceptable and asked him if he would like to have this business in his neighborhood. Officer Coldwell said that he does like the business like itself not the area. Ald. Borkowski asked Officer Colwell where he lives Officer Colwell said that he lives in Butler. Ald. Borkowski said that he has no further questions and that he sees a pattern in here. Ald. Coggs said for the record that the police officers were subpoenaed to be here which is different from having neighbors in support or against the business. Atty. Baker called Captain Sheronda Grant. Atty. Baker asked Captain Grant if she recalls item 28. Captain Grant said that she recalls the shooting that happened inside the establishment, that this incident and another incidences happening in the area made her to call for a meeting where the applicant was present and cooperative. She added that she recommended the applicant to call MPD regarding any illegal activity like drug deals, individuals who have firearms and when the applicant and/or staff may know people that are in possession of firearms illegally. She said that she has not reviewed their CAT system yet but that she pulled out a report with about 10 contacts with the police made by the employees of the store reporting drug deals and loitering. Ald. Pratt asked Captain Grant if she believes that the things that happen around the store would have happened if the store would not been there. Sargent Grant said that she believes that some of the crimes would not happen if the store would not be there but that there is a gas station down the block where individuals gather as well. She added that they are aware of the gambling and illegal activities on the street, that there are good people living in the neighborhood but also there are people taking advantage of the neighborhood. Ald. Borkowski said the whole residency rule has changed and that he thinks that nonresidents have much of stake in the community and asked Captain Grant where she lives. Captain Grant said that she lives in the city of Milwaukee. Atty. Baker called Office Nora Burlo. Atty. Baker asked questions regarding item 29. Officer Burlo said that she recalls the incident and that they were informed about the individual conducting hand-to-hand drug sales inside the store prior their arrival, that they saw the individual and detained him. She added that the staff was cooperative and that they were provided with the surveillance video, which was used for further investigation against that suspect. She said that she has been 5 years in the district and that she currently leaves in Greenfield. She added that she has talked to neighbors and that they think that this store is an asset to their community. Atty. Baker called Officer James Terrel Officer Terrel said that he is Officer Burlo’s partner and that he was also responding to item 29 and that he believes that it was an employee who called. He said that he recently moved to Franklin, that he has been in the district for 5 years and that the owner and employees are very cooperative each time. He also said that neighbors said that this store is a necessity for the neighborhood. Atty. Baker indicated that it would be all in regards of the subpoenaed police officers. Atty. Farris asked Atty. Bakers if the police officers are no longer needed. Atty. Baker said that they can be dismissed. Individuals in objection: Vince Tony – 2721 W Roosevelt Dr – he said that the city is notifying empty properties and properties that have a lot of turn around due evictions. Mr. Cooney said that by ordinance, the City must notify neighbors within 250 feet radius regardless if the house is vacant or not. He added that people interested in a specific business and if they do not live in the area, they can file an objection with the License Division, sign in with e-notify and that people who do not have access to the internet, they can call to the License Division at 414-286-2238. Mr. Tony said that he is the captain block and he went out on Sunday to knock doors inviting neighbors for a meeting that was held on Monday and for this meeting as well because he does not think that their voices are being heard. He added that at the 2017 license committee hearing, the previous alderman said that the license should be revoked and to give the community at least, a year to breathe. Atty. Baker said that she would object to the line in reference to 2017. Atty. Harris said that it is a valid objection because the witness cannot rely on what was said by other people who are not here today. Ald. Coggs that she agrees with what Atty. Farris just said but that she wants to point out that Atty. Baker made direct questions to the police officers where the responses relay on what others said and that they are not here today either and that it is interesting that the objection is raised for the objector’s testimony. Ald. Coggs asked Mr. Tony to talk about the current year only. Mr. Tony said that responding to Ald. Borkowski’s question to the police officers, he does not want a business like this in his community, that he lives in the area, that single mothers and elderly people live in his neighborhood and that they are afraid to go outside. He said that he moved the annual cook out block party from the park to an indoor location because he does not want to be responsible if something happen to his neighbors. He added that he has nothing against the applicant, that he has worked with the applicant in the past and that he wants to work with everybody in order to enhance the quality of lives in their neighborhoods. Ald. Pratt asked the witness how he determines that the threat comes from this business. Mr. Tony said that just with the traffic and that, she could have a ride to see it by herself and that he has military training to perceive a threat. Atty. Baker asked Mr. Tony if he prepared a flyer with the meetings on it. Mr. Tony said that he did, that the applicant and his attorney attended the meeting and that some of the neighbors were able to express their concerns and that the neighbors who attended the meeting on Tuesday knew about today’s meeting as well. Ruben Anderson – he said that he is a resident and that he lives close to this business – he said Wanda Harris asked him to look at this business, that there is one man who wants to speak to the committee but that he is fearful to provide his testimony. He added that the information coming from this person is very damaging. He said that the applicant comes out as a very respectful business owner and that there is very dark world after doing the investigation. He added that he can bring these people in to talk and that they do not mind having the applicant’s attorney present but that the applicant cannot be there because he knows who they are. Ald. Coggs asked Atty. Farris if it is possible to have a way or a closed session without the applicant being present and with his attorney present. Atty. Farris said that we are a public body, that applicant and his attorney must be present, and that they would have to verify that the safety issue is genuine in order to do something in private. Mr. Andersons aid that he heard what the attorney said and that he is concerned about these individuals’ safety. He added that we have a problem with this business that must be fixed and that if it is not fixed, we would have to blame ourselves for not doing it. He also said that his aunt lives around the corner and that she does not come outside anymore. He added that the problem is the business, that he has watched the videos that were submitted and that the person who took the video was gunned down on the street and that he is afraid of coming forward. Ald. Borkowski said that stakes have gone higher for this committee after Mr. Anderson’s testimony which is a public record now because of a threat of some harm has been publicly stated and that he does not know how farther the committee can proceed without some guidance. He added that they are responsible people, that this changes the dynamics, that this is about a person not a business and what if something happens to somebody. Ald. Coggs asked Atty. Farris and Ald. Pratt do they want to proceed. Atty. Farris asked Mr. Cooney when did the license division started to receive complaints about the safety issues. Mr. Cooney said that it was this morning. Atty. Farris said that Mr. Anderson said that there were other people willing to testify if we ensure their safety and anonymity. He added that they could look for a way to do it as long as it is kept confidential in the city’s record. Mr. Cooney said that is no requirement for providing address on chapter 85, 90 and 125 of the statutes. Atty. Baker said that those two individuals could have talked to Ald. Pratt in confidential rather than coming in here in public, that those objections could have been taken under advice, and that the alderwoman would have made a recommendation to the committee. Ald. Coggs said that this suggestion would not be taken into consideration because the witnesses still need to be cross examinated, Ald. Brostoff said that we need to dig a little more due the nature of this situation and not to jeopardize the people’s safety. Ald. Coggs said that we have held this application once and that we should here from the rest of the people who is here to testify. Ald. Pratt agreed. Debra A Jenkins Simmons– 4326 N 42nd St – said that this business is an infected sore, that the houses around are decaying with no economic development and people looking for drugs. She said that this store is known as the “supplier”, that the quest card is used to buy single cigarettes, beer and marihuana and that she personally knows someone who was shot in the back of the store and that the store sis not turn the surveillance video in. Atty. Baker asked Ms. Jenkins asked her if she has been in the store. Ms. Jenkins said that not recently and that there is no economic development because of this business and the corruption area. She added that she was driving around for her own benefit and that 2 people came out from the milk crates on the side of the store asking her what does she needed because she stood there for so long. She said that she does not have a quest card and that she has heard people saying that they can buy cigarettes, beer and marihuana and that she does not have direct proof of the prostitution but that if the committee allows these people to testify, the committee will get live proof of what it has been said. Individuals in support: Devlin Smith – 4201 N 27th St - Uniting Garden Homes – said that the applicant is always willing to assist the community, that he always listens and that he is very diligent when he is made aware of something. Ald. Pratt asked if she goes to the store. Ms. Smith said that she goes quite often, that she interacts with the neighbors around the store as well and that she is very active in the area. She added that the most recent event was held on June 16, that they gave away hot dogs and hamburgers and that they are working in rebuilding the area. She added that he wants to be part of the solution. Melissa Sucharew – 902B S 26th St – said that she lost her wallet with $750 cash last month and that the applicant returned to wallet to her with everything in it. She added that the applicant is from a good nature and that there is people from different nationalities working there. Ald. Pratt asked if she lives in the area. Ms. Sucharew said that she used to live in the area and that the store was an asset to her (responding to Atty. Baker’s question too). Latisha Cheirs – 4339 N 27th St – said that the problem it is not the store but the people around the store. She said that the store always helps/gives back to the community. She said that she relies on this store and that she would need to travel all the way to Capitol Dr. to shop for her basic needs and that she does not drive. Ms K - 3716 N 17th St – said that the applicant has helped her a lot, that she lost her job, that she is a single mom with an autistic son, and that it will hurt the community if this store is closed. Martha Raymond – 4384 N 27th St – said that she has lived there since 1991, that the problem is not with the store and that she knows it because she has lived there long enough to know who lives there. She said that she is out constantly, and that the applicant has risked his life many times reporting issues to the police and that she has rescued him a lot of times (taking guns away from people). She added that the drug deals are done outside. She also said that families must take care of their own children, be responsible. She added that is not the alcohol sold there but the drugs sold around the store. Felicia Ferguson – 442 N 35th St – said that she works actively with District 5 and that the applicant always cooperates. She said that Garden Homes and Hot Spot get along together and get things done. She said that she was a person standing outside of a store 13 years ago. She also said that she is college educated now, that she talks to people, that she works for the community, that this business has helped her a lot and that the business reaches out to the community. Royce Carter – employee /safety guard - 5479 N 53rd St – he was employed since 2016, that he came up with a plan to walk people away from the store. He added that many people carry guns because the state allows it and that not everybody is good with guns. He said that he makes sure to go home as well. He added that there are many loopholes to get people out and that they cannot kick people out right away. He also said that Ms. Raymond is everyday helping the owner getting people away from the store and from the park. Mr. Carter suggested closing the one way down because people stay there even after the businesses closes. He also said that the surveillance cameras pick up after the one way down. Atty. Baker asked Mr. Carter about the security measures implemented at the store. Mr. Carter said that he let people to hang out around for 30 minutes or so and that if they are not shopping they are asked to leave and after two strikes, they are out. He added that there are signs posted not allowing to carry guns, not to eat and smoke inside the store, that there is a No Standing Rule signs and enforced outside, that he monitors the 64 surveillance cameras and that there is light outside. Ms. Bridges – 4067 N 15th St – said that she has three years working at the store and that she cares about the children in the area. Ald. Pratt requested to play the videos on the record. Ald. Coggs asked the applicant if they receive the videos. Atty. Baker said that they did but that they would object to them because they do not know who submitted them and who took the videos. The meeting paused at 12:29 pm The meeting reconvened at 12:50 pm Mr. Cooney played the videos. Atty. Baker said that there is lack of foundation. Ald. Coggs asked Mr. Cooney how the video was received. Mr. Cooney said that it was attached to an e-mail dated January 20, 2023. Ald. Pratt said that she sees a person smoking and doing a transaction at the same time. The applicant said that the person is vaping not smoking and that for him is not the same because he personally vapes but that he will post signs for not vaping as well. The second video was played. Atty. Baker objected to the second video as well. Ald. Coggs asked Mr. Cooney how the video was received. Mr. Cooney said that it was attached to the same e-mail. The applicant said that it is not his store because he does not have chairs or stools at the store. Ald. Coggs said that she would accept the objection to the second video. Ald. Pratt said that the she gets constant complaints about the loitering around the store and that she does not know the activity in the area prior getting the license. She said that she is concerned about how to move forward because she really does not know what the abatement plan is to stop the current behaviors. The applicant said that it is very difficult to get a restraining order for individuals just standing outside. He added that it is his problem but it is also the community problem. He said that is not him selling alcohol, he said that there is a lot of people that make the way out selling drugs and that it has nothing to do with him. He also said that he is willing to do what it takes to improve and that it is time to put the hammer down and that enough is enough. Ald. Coggs said that she was waiting to see an abatement plan here or prior the meeting. Ald. Pratt moved renewal with a fifteen (15) day suspension of the Class A Malt & Class A Liquor license based upon the preponderance of the evidence in the police report that demonstrates the operation results in a threat to health, safety or welfare of the public and renewal of the Food Dealer license. (Prevailed 4-1)	Pass	4:1
7/11/2023	0	COMMON COUNCIL	ASSIGNED TO

Number

230409

Version

Original

Reference

Sponsor

THE CHAIR

Title

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

Drafter

CC-CC

Laurie Phillip

6/30/2023