City of Milwaukee - File #: 230791

• File #: 230791
• Version: 0
• Type: Motion
• Status: Passed
• File created: 9/19/2023
• In control: LICENSES COMMITTEE
• Final action: 10/10/2023
• 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
10/10/2023	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 06 STEWART, Jessica P, Class B Tavern and Public Entertainment Premises License Renewal Applications for "STEWART'S REST SPOT" at 1422 W ATKINSON Av. (Expires 10/11/2023) The applicant was present and said that she submitted a plan of operations to the License Division. Individuals also present: Mr. Cooney said that the plan is part of the record. Ms. Stewart talked a little about her new plan of operations to the members and also pointed out that there are some neighbors that hang out with chairs and bottles of liquor on the sidewalk and; that it is also documented on her plan. Ald. Coggs said that she is comfortable moving forward and recommended a warning letter. 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 3-0)	Pass	3:0
10/10/2023	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: Agenda Only 02 CHAPEL, Joshua, Agent for "Wireless Vision, LLC", Secondhand Dealer's and Weights & Measures License Transfer Applications with Change of Agent for "Wireless Vision" at 4125 N 56th St. 03 HUANG, Wei Xu, Agent for "C&H Asian Fusion LLC", Extended Hours Establishments License Application Requesting to Close at 1AM Sun, Mon, Wed & Thu and at 2AM on Fri & Sat; and Food Dealer License Renewal Application for "Asian Fusion" at 1609C E NORTH Av. 04 HOWE, Timothy, Agent for "Papa John's USA, Inc.", Extended Hours Establishments and Food Dealer License Applications Requesting to Close at 2AM Fri & Sat as agent for "Papa John's #3143" at 1611 W Wells St. 04 PRASSAS, George S, Agent for "Sweet Diner LLC", Loading Zone License Renewal Application with Change of Agent for "Sweet Diner" at 239 E Chicago St #103. 07 HARRISON, James J, Agent for "Tatou Amusement, LLC", Class B Tavern, Public Entertainment Premises and Food Dealer License Transfer Applications Adding 1 Pool Table and Adult Entertainment/Strippers/Erotic Dance as Types of Entertainment for "Taste Kitchen and Cocktails" at 3945 N 35th St. 09 BENSON-KERN, Beverly, Waiver Request of the Time Limit to Recieve the Food Dealer License for "Kerrent Events Catering" at 8103 W Tower Av. 09 JOINER, Lakesha, Agent for "HULARYDES ENTERPRISE LLC", Secondhand Motor Vehicle Dealer's License Application for Wholesale Only for "HULA RYDES ENTERPRISE" at 4911 W GOOD HOPE Rd #106. 10 LENNETT, Christopher T, Agent for "Wal-Mart Stores East LP", Public Entertainment Premises, Food Dealer and Weights & Measures License Renewal Applications with Change of Agent for "Walmart #5697" at 7025 W MAIN St. 11 BEIERSDORF, Jimmy L, Agent for "Limitless Towing & Recovery LLC", Recycling, Salvaging, or Towing Premises License Application Requesting Dealing, Storing and/or Transporting Junk/Valuable Metal for "Limitless Towing" at 2764 S 34TH St. 12 VOGELSANG, Vincent P, Agent for "WANTABLE, INC.", Class B Tavern and Food Dealer License Renewal Applications with Change of Agent and Transfer of Stock for "Wantable Cafe" at 123 E WALKER St. 13 BUCHHOLZ, Franziska, Agent for "Bowlero Wisconsin, LLC", Class B Tavern, Food Dealer and Public Entertainment Premises License Renewal Applications with Change of Hours to Close at 1AM Fri & Sat for "JB's on 41" at 4040 S 27TH St. 13 FRANZ, Kenneth D, Agent for "HOWELL AVE FOS LODGING ASSOCIATES, LLC", Class B Tavern, Hotel & Motel and Food Dealer License Transfer Applications with Change of Agent for "HILTON GARDEN INN- MILWAUKEE AIRPORT" at 5890 S HOWELL Av. 13 GAZINSKI, Arnold JEROME, Agent for "Lake Chevrolet, Inc.", Secondhand Motor Vehicle Dealer's License Renewal Application Adding Stockholder for "Lake Chevrolet, Inc." at 4100 S 27th St. Ald. Pratt moved approval of the "Agenda Only" items. There were no objections. (Prevailed 3-0)	Pass	3:0
10/10/2023	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: Warning Letter HAYES Jr, Gregg W Class D Operator’s License Application SAWYER, Malcolm M Class D Operator’s License Application 02 BARNETT, Peter A, Agent for "Family Dollar Stores of Wisconsin LLC", Food Dealer License Renewal Application for "Family Dollar #29418" at 9014 W Appleton Av. 02 JABR, Mazen J, Agent for "Jabr & Jabr Investments LLC", Filling Station, Food Dealer and Weights & Measures License Renewal Applications with Change of Trade Name, Floor Plan and Business Operations for "BP" at 9114 W Silver Spring DR. Ald. Borkowski moved approval of the "Warning Letter" items. There were no objections. (Prevailed 3-0)	Pass	3:0
10/10/2023	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: Ald. Borkowski moved to reconsider and return to committee the Extended Hours Establishment License Renewal Application of Harjeet S. Walia for the premises located at 350 N Plankinton Av. d.b.a. “Welcome Mart”. There were no objections. Mr. Cooney mentioned that there is an amendment to the hours of operation to close at midnight on Fridays and Saturday as requested by Ald. Bauman and neighbors. Ald. Borkowski moved approval as amended with a warning letter based upon the preponderance of the evidence in the police report and neighborhood testimony. There were no objections. (Prevailed 3-0)	Pass	3:0
10/10/2023	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	RECOMMENDED FOR APPROVAL	Pass	3:0
10/10/2023	0	COMMON COUNCIL	APPROVED; Minutes note: Nonrenewal of the Extended Hours Establishments license for Harjeet S. Walia, based upon the preponderance of the evidence in the police report and neighborhood testimony that demonstrates the operation results in a threat to health, safety or welfare of the public for the loud noise at times when the licensed premises is open for business; for the premises located 350 N Plankinton Av. ("Welcome Mart"), in the 4th aldermanic district. (No Written Objections Have Been Filed) *The application was returned to committee. Renewal with a 15 days suspension of the Class B Tavern, Public Entertainment Premises and Food Dealer licenses for Veronica Cervera, based upon the preponderance of the neighbors, applicant and aldermanic testimony that demonstrates the operation results in a threat to health, safety or welfare of the public; for the premises located at 3040 S Delaware Av. ("Little Cancun Sports"), in the 14th aldermanic district. (Written Objections Have Been Filed) The question was put: Have the members of the Common Council read the report and recommendations of the Licenses Committee and the exceptions filed under this matter? All members of the Common Council present indicated reading the report and recommendations of the Licenses Committee and the exceptions filed under this matter. The question was put: Are any of the following or their counsels present and, if so, do they wish to address the Common Council: Veronica Cervera? Ms. Veronica indicated her presence to address the Common Council. Ald. Coggs moved that the Common Council resolve itself into a Committee of the Whole for the purposes of hearing oral arguments on behalf of the complainant or the licenses in opposition to the report and recommendation and then a statement by the City Attorney. There were no objections. Appearing to address the Common Council: Ms. Veronica Cervera Atty. Todd Farris from City Attorney's Office. Ald. Coggs moved that the committee now rises. There were no objections. The question was put: Are there any motions relative to this matter? Hearing no other motions made, a vote of those Council members present to approve the recommendations of the Licenses Committee as contained in File Number 230791 was called.	Pass	15:0
9/26/2023	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 10 JONES, Tommie L, Class B Tavern and Public Entertainment Premises License Renewal Applications with Change of Hours From Opening at 12PM on Sun and at 6PM Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri and Sat To Open at 9AM Wed to Mon and; From Closing at 2:30 AM on Fri & Sat, To Close at 2AM for "TJ'S ON 35TH ST" at 237 N 35TH St. (Expires 10/18/2023) The applicant was present and said that he thought that it was a firecracker what he heard but that he found the bullet, put it on top of the bar and then left. Individuals also present: Mr. Schmidt LSA for Ald. Murphy, said that Ald. Murphy supports the renewal with a warning letter. Ald. Borkowski moved approval with a warning letter based upon de preponderance of the evidence in the police report. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
9/26/2023	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	HELD TO CALL OF THE CHAIR; Minutes note: 13 COOK, Thomas M, Agent for "Pacific Bells LLC", Extended Hours Establishments and Food License Renewal Applications for "Taco Bell #31507" at 6268 S 27th St. (Expires 11/1/2023) Mr. Cooney said that they received communication requesting that this application be held. Ald. Pratt moved to hold the application to the call of the chair. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
9/26/2023	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 13 BUCHHOLZ, Franziska, Agent for "Bowlero Wisconsin, LLC", Class B Tavern, Public Entertainment Premises and Food Dealer License Renewal Applications with Change of Hours From Opening at 12PM To Open at 2 PM Mon-Fri and; From Closing at 12AM To Close at 11PM Sun-Thu for "JB's on 41" at 4040 S 27TH St. (Expires 10/10/2023) The applicant was present. Atty. Stephen Jamieson appeared on behalf of the applicant. Atty. Jamieson said that they have made great progress meeting with the police and Ald. Spiker. He added that the security officer involved on item 1 was terminated. He added that the new security guards are not armed and that they have submitted the new plan of operations which they have been successful putting it together following the recommendations. Individuals also present: Ald. Spiker said that Bowlero representatives have been very productive with him and the BID and that it sounds that they have reached out a mutual understanding and enhanced the communication. He added that Bowlero will be sharing the surveillance cameras footage and that he is satisfied with the changes made. He added that he is comfortable moving forward. Atty. Jamieson said that he would like to amend the hours of operations. Ald. Spiker said that he would not support the change of hours until Bowlero demonstrates no incidents for a year and to achieve all the promises. Mr. Cooney said that he would need to amend the application for the current hours. Ald. Borkowski moved to amend the hours of operations Sun – Sat from 12pm to 12am. There were no objections. Ald. Borkowski moved approval as amended 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
9/26/2023	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 01 SINGH, Surjit, Agent for "Sukhman & Param, Inc", Class A Malt & Class A Liquor, Food Dealer and Weights & Measures License Renewal Applications for "Diamonds Beer & Liquor" at 6201C N TEUTONIA Av. (Expires 10/15/2023) The applicant was present and said that he was at a party when he was pulled over regarding the incident of the police report. Individuals also present: Ald. Pratt asked if there was a gun involved on item 4. Sgt. Velasquez said that the call was for a gun but that the gun was not observed on the video. The applicant said that one of the guys showed him the gun and that he kind of stepped back. Ald. Pratt said that she has not been able to go to the store but that the applicant is a long term operator and 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
9/26/2023	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 01 SINGH, Sukhwinder, Agent for "RKS LIQUOR INC", Class A Malt & Class A Liquor and Weights & Measures License Applications for "Lincoln Park Beer & Liquor" at 4770 N 18TH St. The applicant was present along with Atty. Jack McNally. Individuals also present: Ald. Pratt said that this business has improved and moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
9/26/2023	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 08 SINGH, Gurjit K, Agent for "LINCOLN BEER & LIQUOR INC.", Class A Malt & Class A Liquor and Food Dealer License Renewal Applications for "LINCOLN BEER & LIQUOR" at 2717 W Lincoln Av. (Expires 11/1/2023) The applicant was present along with Atty. Samantha Baker. Atty. Baker said that the manager is here to speak. Mr. Singh (Manager) said that for the first item on the police report, the staff did not check the id and for the second item, the staff checked the id but that they did not do the math. He added that both employees were terminated. Individuals also present: Ald. Zamarripa said that she has been in communication with Mr. Singh and she thanked them for being proactive and to make sure not to sell tobacco to minors and recommended 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
9/26/2023	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	HELD TO CALL OF THE CHAIR; Minutes note: 08 BARBA-MARTIN, Susana L, Agent for "Tu Casa LLC", Public Entertainment Premises License Application Requesting Disc Jockey, Mariachi, Karaoke and Patrons Dancing for "Tu Casa Mexican Restaurant & Bar" at 3710 W LINCOLN Av. The applicant was not present. Ald. Chambers moved to hold the application to the call of the chair. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
9/26/2023	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	HELD TO CALL OF THE CHAIR; Minutes note: 08 BROWN, Brian, Agent for "WALGREEN CO", Food Dealer License Renewal Application with Change of Agent for "WALGREENS #07809" at 2625 W NATIONAL Av. (Expires 9/28/2023) Atty. Sara Butler appeared on behalf of the applicant who said that she knows that the first citation was paid and that she will follow up for the second one which surprises her that it is in a warrant status now. She also mentioned that Walgreens has a strong presence in the community. Individuals also present: Ald. Borkowski said that he is very disappointed with Atty. Butler’s answer because the incidents happened within 2 weeks. Ald. Zamarripa said that she disagrees with Atty. Butler statement about Walgreens having a strong presence with the community because they are selling tobacco to minors, there are empty cardboard boxes and wood pallets piled up and that she does not see the same things happening on Brookfield or Bay View. She added that the neighbors are upset for this and the traffic. Sgt. Velasquez said that these citations were not given to this specific location. Mr. Cooney said that he will work offline with Sgt. Velasquez on this matter. Ald. Chambers asked what is the cleaning procedure at this location following up what Ald. Zamarripa just mentioned about the traffic and wooden pallets. Atty. Butler said that she does not know it but that it must be similar to other locations. Ald. Coggs said to Ald. Zamarripa that we could hold this application until Common Council so she can get what she is looking for. Ald. Zamarripa said that these are huge corporation businesses that make a lot of money from constituents, which is fine, but that she expects the same level of pride, as at other municipalities because the constituents deserve it. Ald. Borkowski said that it is disappointing to hear that Walgreens do not treat customers respectfully and equally and said to Atty. Butler that this committee will hold each store accountable. Ald. Brostoff said that Atty. Butler was not prepared with the basic information for the hearing and that Ald. Zamarripa only wants to build a better relationship. Ald. Brostoff moved to hold the application to the call of the chair for further communication/commitments. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
9/26/2023	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	HELD TO CALL OF THE CHAIR; Minutes note: 02 HANSI, Lakhvir S, Agent for "Hansi Brothers, LLC", Hotel/Motel License Renewal Application with Transfer of Stock for "Diamond Inn Motel" at 6222 W Fond Du Lac Av. (Expires 10/30/2023) Atty. Michael Maistelman appeared on behalf of the applicant. Ald. Chambers requested that the application be held with the intention to have a community meeting based upon the evidence in the police report. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
9/26/2023	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 15 ADAS, Mohammad, Agent for "VILET Z LLC", Food Dealer License Application with Hours of Operation From 7AM To 11 PM Everyday for "Smoky's" at 1353 N 35TH St. The applicant was present. Individuals also present: Mr. Ellzey, LSA for Ald. Stamper said that they are not comfortable with the late hours and asked the applicant if he is willing to close at 10pm instead. The applicant said that he is willing to do so. Ald. Pratt moved to amend the plan of operations to close at 10pm. There were no objections. Ald. Chambers moved approval as amended. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
9/26/2023	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	HELD TO CALL OF THE CHAIR; Minutes note: 15 BARNETT, Kevine J, Agent for "Yardies LLC", Waiver Request of the Time Limit to Receive the Class B Tavern, Public Entertainment Premises and Food Dealer Licenses for "Yardies" at 2679 N 30th St. 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
9/26/2023	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 15 SALEM, Ahmed I, Agent for "OMAR FOOD MARKET LLC", Class A Fermented Malt and Food Dealer License Renewal Applications as agent for "Omar Food" at 2803 N 35TH St. (Expired 7/30/2023) The applicant was present and he made no comments on the police report. Individuals also present: Ald. Borkowski asked the applicant what kind of plan he has to help this committee. The applicant said that he helps everybody. Mr. Moriah was sworn in as an interpreter. Mr. Moriah said that the applicant always help people when they are short of money and that for the item on the police report, they guy wanted free beer, the applicant denied the beer and the guy showed him a gun and that the applicant fought for his life. Ald. Borkowski asked what are the preventive measures to avoid pulling out a gun. Mr. Moriah said that nothing and that the applicant is good with the police too. Ald. Borkowski said that we have many issues involving firearms in the community and asked the applicant if he agrees. The applicant said that he agrees. Ald. Borkowski continued saying that this committee needs to know about proactive ways to avoid wild west situations and to help business owners and neighbors to be safe. He asked the applicant what proactive steps or measures has taken. The applicant said that nothing. Mr. Ellzey, LSA for Ald. Stamper said that this business is in a difficult location, that he understands that the applicant needs to protect his business with a gun on premises; that he has suggested to hire a security guard and that there has been no response. Ald. Coggs asked the applicant if he is willing to hire a security guard. The applicant said that he is willing to have one. Ald. Chambers moved to amend the plan of operations to have a security guard (licensed and bonded) on premises, seven days a week from 3pm to 9pm. There were no objections. Ald. Chambers moved approval as amended 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
9/26/2023	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 04 SCHMIDT, JR, Robert C, Agent for "BREW CITY BAR B Q, INC", Class B Tavern, Public Entertainment Premises and Food Dealer License Renewal Applications for "TRINITY THREE IRISH PUBS" at 125 E JUNEAU Av. (Expires 10/17/2023) The applicant was present. The applicant talked briefly about the items on the police report: 70. He said that his people identified the person carrying the gun because someone bumped into him. He also said that this is reason why they started wanding all patrons. He also mentioned that he acquired the same system as Potawatomi Casino (EVOLV) and that they have not had any issues since then. 71. He said that they had no indication that the patron was intoxicated. 73. He said that customers were throwing drinks to each other’s face and that they were separated before escalation. 74. He said it happened outside the premises. 75. He said that this item is not related to them as they were not open that day and that it occurred at a different address. He summarized that they do not operate at full capacity and that the gun incident pushed them to invest just to keep the patrons safe. He added that his security staff are trained properly and that they are always cooperating with the police. Individuals also present: Ald. Borkowski said that it is easy to criticize but that the applicant is part of the solution and thanked him for being proactive. Ald. Bauman said that guns inside establishments are one his mayor concerns and that given the proactive behavior of the applicant, he said that he feels comfortable moving forward 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
9/26/2023	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 04 WALIA, Harjeet S, Agent for "Welcome Milwaukee LLC", Extended Hours Establishments, Filling Station, Food Dealer and Weights & Measures License Renewal Applications and Weights & Measures License Application for "Welcome Mart" at 350 N Plankinton Av. (Expired 7/17/2023) The applicant was present along with Atty. Ajit Walia who said they have been in the area for 40 years and that the item on the police report belongs to the last license period. Mr. Cooney said that this item did not make it to the previous license’s period police report. Atty. Walia said that they have worked with Mr. Kendall, that they have found common ground, and that he committed to come to the neighborhood meetings, to communicate more and to serve better to the people. He said that he is going to make sure that his staff treats everyone equally. Individuals also present: Ald. Bauman asked the applicant why the staff did not call the police. The applicant said that they provided the video to the police. Ald. Bauman clarified that the employee did not call the police. The applicant said that the staff did not hear the shots because he is behind a bulletproof glass. Individuals in opposition: Kendal Breunig – said that he lives across the street from the gas station, that he is member of the BID and also agent for some alcohol licenses over there. He also said that he met with the Walia brothers and that he has now their current telephone numbers. He added that he is not against the license but to the late hours that have become an issue for the neighbors. Ald. Bauman asked Mr. Kendall if he is in opposition of the extended hours licenses on the weekends. Mr. Breunig said that he is in opposition of the extended hours on the weekends. Sally – 313 N Plankinton Av 413 – said that she lives right above the gas station, that her windows face this business, that during the week is fine but the weekends are bad with the noise, the sound and the crowds. Ald. Bauman asked Ms. Sally if the disturbances are only during the weekends. Ms. Sally said that the disturbances happen only during the weekends. Lisa Back – Pritzlaff Lofts, Building Manager – said that she does not reside there but that she has received a lot of complaints from tenants about people dancing on top of the cars like if they were filming videos with loud music and noise. Ald. Bauman asked Ms. Back how many complaints she receives every week. Ms. Back said that she receives from 4 to 5 and that she has not shared the videos submitted by the tenants at all answering Ald. Borkowski question. Dale Christiansen – 313 N Plankinton Av 411- said that they have lived there since 2020 and that the business is good cleaning up inside and around the premises. He added that he has a video of the shooting from the police report. He added that his and wife’s sleep has deteriorated because of the loud weekends at the gas station and that they need a small adjustment. The applicant said that this is the first time that he is hearing about all these issues with neighbors and that he wants to work with the neighbors. Ald. Bauman said that 100% of the noise during the weekends comes from the gas station and that the congregation is evident during the weekends and that he does not have complaints during the week. He added that this is not acceptable, that he is not supporting the renewal of the extended hours for Fri and Sat because it will be clear if these congregations are trespassing if the business is closed. Ald. Bauman asked that this business close at 12am on Fri and Sat. Ald. Brostoff said that this is a good agreement because he is going to continue to operate his business in the proper way as he does and to avoid those congregations that are hurting his business and the neighborhood. Atty. Walia said that they had no incidents last year and asked for a warning letter instead and that he promises to continue working with neighbors. Ald. Borkowski asked the applicant if he is willing to change the hours of operation for the weekends. The applicant said that he is requesting for a warning letter because this is the first time that he is hearing of these issues and that he wants to work with the neighbors. Ald. Bauman said that he finds it hard to believe that the applicant is not aware of what is going on because what neighbors are describing is chaos. The applicant was asked again if he is willing to amend the hours of operations during the weekend. The applicant declined to amend the hours of operations during the weekend. Mr. Cooney was asked what are the options for the committee since the applicant is not willing to amend the hours of operation. He responded that the options are renewal or nonrenewal. Ald. Brostoff moved renewal of the Filling Station, Food Dealer and Weights & Measures licenses and nonrenewal of the Extended Hours Establishments based upon the preponderance of the evidence in the police report and neighborhood testimony that demonstrates the operation results in a threat to health, safety or welfare of the public for the loud noise at times when the licensed premises is open for business. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
9/26/2023	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 04 CONKLIN, JR, Robert E, Agent for "Probucolls Association", Rooming House License Renewal Applications at 947 N 24th St, 943 N 24th St, 933 N 24th St and 939 N 24th St as agent for "The Clarke House" at 947 N 24TH St. (Expires 10/31/2024) The applicant was present. Individuals in opposition: James Dieter - 2432 W Kilbourn Av - said that the police reports do not reflect the calls for service that he has made and to DNS. He also mentioned that neighbors did not get the notice until Thursday and Friday last week and people cannot come with such a short notice. He also mentioned that he has personally observed stolen cars at, being attacked, drinking in alley, drug use behind the property, code violations, building disrepair and litter at these locations Atty. Farris said that the witness should address to the last licensing period only. Ald. Coggs suggested Mr. Dieter to use his time to address the licensing issues because this committee does not address Zonning neither DNS. Ald. Brostoff said that for legality matters, we should adhere to licensing matters. Individuals also present: Ald. Coggs asked the applicant if he is aware of stolen cars at his property. The applicant said the he is not aware. Ald. Pratt asked how often the applicant goes to these locations. The applicant said that he is there every day and that he lives half block away. Ald. Brostoff asked the applicant what is his take on the witness testimony. The applicant said that there are no drug deals because they do not allow it, that they have a parking lot that is used sometimes by the tenants, that they have placed new roof and that this is the first summer that they have a/c available. Ald. Brostoff asked if there is a backlog for repairs. The applicant said that he can say that is not big because they address issues during the day and if not, they can be addressed the following day. He added that sometimes labor shortage and lack of funds may interfere but that they take care of it as soon as possible. Individuals also present: Ald. Bauman said that this is a complex of four individual houses, offering basic housing for the most needed (about 60 units), that the maintenance have suffered over the years, that DNS enforces the codes but does not have the authority to vacate people. He added that Mr. Dieter has valid points but they are not related to the license. He also said that he has no objections for renewal. Ald. Chambers moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
9/26/2023	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 12 ANTONIO PEREZ, Lucia, Agent for "RESTAURANTE GUELAGUETZA LLC", Class B Fermented Malt and Food Dealer License Applications for "RESTAURANTE GUELAGUETZA" at 1039 W National Av. The applicant was present along with an interpreter. Individuals also present: Ald. Perez asked if the application was amended. Mr. Cooney said that the extended hours application was withdrawn. Ald. Perez said that Mr. Zelonky was concerned about the late hours but withdrawing the application makes it easier and asked Mr. Cooney to verify the hours of operation. Mr. Cooney said 8AM – 11PM from Sun to Thu and; 8AM – 12AM Fri & Sat. Ald. Perez said that he has no objections. Ald. Chambers moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
9/26/2023	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 #28545" at 1023 S CESAR E CHAVEZ DR. (Expires 10/19/2023) Atty. Josh Gimbel appeared on behalf of the applicant and said that Mr. Logan Rumbaugh is also here to talk. Atty. Gimbel said that the police report do not reflect the location where this tobacco incident happended. Individuals also present: Mr. Rumbaugh said that they have a computer-based training for alcohol and tobacco and those employees who do not follow the rules are typically terminated. He added that he will follow up with Ald. Perez. Ald. Perez asked Mr. Rumbaugh for how long he has been at this location. Mr. Rumbaugh said that over two years. Ald. Perez said that he must make emphasis to employees that their jobs are on the line for selling tobacco to minors and to remind about keeping the premises clean because it is their job to do it. Ald. Perez recommended renewal with a warning letter. Ald. Chambers 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
9/26/2023	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 12 ADAN JAIMES, Rene, Agent for "PALETERIA YAYO LLC", Food Dealer and Food Peddler License Renewal Applications for "PALETERIA YAYO" at 1727 W Lincoln Av. (Expired 9/22/2023) The applicant was present. Individuals also present: Carly Hegarty – MHD – said that this applicant must license all of his carts because they are all individual and independent and; that the people pushing the carts must get the ice cream seller license. Ald. Borkowski asked the applicant if he is up to date with what Mr. Hegarty just said. The applicant said that he has a total of 10 carts and that not all of them were inspected but that he has submitted the license applications. Ald. Perez asked Ms. Hegarty what kind of inspection they conducted that they noticed that not all the cars were licensed. Ms. Hegarty said that it was at Mexican Fiesta where they were inspecting all vendors and noticed that this applicant did not have all the carts licensed. Ald. Perez said that the applicant has been an entrepreneur and that during the process they found things that must be balanced within the ordinance and that he will be working with the applicant. Ald. Perez recommended approval. Ald. Chambers moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
9/26/2023	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 12 SANTOS, Abel, Agent for "LA CARRETA LLC", Class B Tavern and Public Entertainment Premises License Applications Requesting Instrumental Musicians, Disc Jockey, Bands, Karaoke, 5 Amusement Machines, Patrons Dancing and 2 Pool Tables for "La Carreta Vieja Night Club" at 1339 W GREENFIELD Av #2nd FLOOR. The applicant was present along with Atty. Vince Bobot. Individuals also present: Ald. Perez said that he has no objections. Ald. Chambers moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
9/26/2023	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	HELD TO CALL OF THE CHAIR; Minutes note: 12 WHITELAW, Eric, Agent for "HEX VENTURES LLC", Class B Tavern, Public Entertainment Premises and Food Dealer License Renewal Application for "Hex Nightclub" at 715-17 S 5TH St. (Expires 9/19/2023) The applicant was not present. Ald. Brostoff moved to hold the application to the call of the chair upon first nonappearance. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
9/26/2023	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	HELD TO CALL OF THE CHAIR; Minutes note: 12 MARTINEZ, JR, Felipe, Agent for "CUSTOMERS ONLY MKE, LLC", Class B Tavern and Public Entertainment Premises License Applications Requesting Disc Jockey, 3 Amusement Machines, Patrons Dancing and 1 Pool Table for "CUSTOMERS ONLY MKE" at 817 W National Av. Atty. Zak Wroblewski appeared on behalf of the applicant and requested that the application be held. Ald. Perez acknowledged that Site Staffing is here to testify and apologize for the long waiting. Ald. Chambers moved to hold the application to the call of the chair. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
9/26/2023	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	HELD TO CALL OF THE CHAIR; Minutes note: 12 MARTINEZ, JR, Felipe, Agent for "LIVE ON 1ST, LLC", Class B Tavern and Public Entertainment Premises License Applications Requesting Instrumental Musicians, Disc Jockey, Bands, Karaoke, Comedy Acts and Dancing by Performers for "LIVE LOUNGE" at 725 S 1ST St. Atty. Zak Wroblewski appeared on behalf of the applicant and requested that the application be held. Ald. Perez acknowledged that Site Staffing is here to testify and apologize for the long waiting. Ald. Brostoff moved to hold the application to the call of the chair. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0) The meeting paused at 12:49 pm The meeting reconvened at 1:14 pm	Pass	5:0
9/26/2023	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	HELD TO CALL OF THE CHAIR; Minutes note: 07 WADE, Christopher, Agent for "Crave BBQ Restaurant LLC", Class B Tavern License Application for "Crave BBQ" at 4923-25 W FOND DU LAC Av. The applicant was present. Individuals also present: Ms. Lasley, LSA for Ald. Rainey said that he is not in support due resident complaints and concentration. Ald. Borkowski moved denial based on concentration. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0) Ald. Pratt moved for reconsideration as the applicant asked to speak. The applicant and his wife, Maria Wade, said that they are not trying to open a liquor store, that they are trying to make liquor infused food items to be served at the establishment and for take out. They said that the inspector told them to apply for the liquor license if they want to pursue those specialty items. Ald. Coggs asked if they have been in communication with Ald. Rainey. The applicant said that there is no communication and that is not fair to be denied for no reason if Mr. Rainey has not even answered the call or visit the place. Ald. Borkowski asked if there is a possibility to hold the application for further conversation. Ms. Lasley said that she is not speaking for him nor she is sitting next to him and read again the message from Ald. Rainey. Ald. Borkowski said that they just received a text message from Ald. Rainey agreeing to hold the application. Ald. Borkowski moved to hold the application to the call of the chair. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
9/26/2023	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 06 DHILLON, Baljinder S, Agent for "DHILLON FOOD AND LIQUOR INC.", Class A Malt & Class A Liquor, Food Dealer and Weights & Measures License Applications for "STARK FOOD" at 1301 W ATKINSON Av. The applicant was present along with Atty. Samantha Baker The applicant said that he has experience running gas stations for 5 years. Atty. Baker said that it is the intention of his client to take over an existing business with some adjustments. Ald. Coggs asked what those adjustments are. Atty. Baker said that they are placing some signage, removing advertising to have more visibility from the street and inside the store, and taking care of the dumpster area. Individuals also present: Ald. Coggs said that she has no objections and asked the applicant to keep it clean and to work with neighbors and MPD to avoid prostitution issues. Ald. Borkowski moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
9/26/2023	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 06 ADHIKARI, Doris, Agent for "The Tire Depot LLC", Recycling, Salvaging, or Towing Premises License Application Requesting Dealing, Storing and/or Transporting, Removing and/or Recycling of Waste Tires for "The Tire Depot" at 801 W BURLEIGH St. The applicant was present and said that she was new to the business but that she paid the fine and corrected the situation regarding the item on the police report. Individuals also present: Ald. Coggs said that she has no objections. Ald. Borkowski moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
9/26/2023	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 06 DOTY, Tra-don, Agent for "Elite Auto Sales & Repairs LLC", Recycling, Salvaging, or Towing Premises Application Requesting Non-Consensual Towing and Adding Yard at the North East of the Premises for Storing Vehicles for "Junkaholic Towing" at 3520 N HUBBARD St. The applicant was present and said that the concealed weapon item was because it was in his car and that he was a minor then but that he is in the process to expunge it. The applicant also said that he won’t be using the yard at the north east. Ald. Chambers moved to amend the application removing the additional yard space. 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
9/26/2023	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	HELD TO CALL OF THE CHAIR; Minutes note: 06 GIBSON, Latifah L, Class A Fermented Malt, Food Dealer and Weights & Measures License Applications for "Tip Sweets" at 3293 N 14TH St. 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
9/26/2023	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	HELD TO CALL OF THE CHAIR; Minutes note: 06 STEWART, Jessica, Class B Tavern and Public Entertainment Premises License Renewal Applications for "STEWART'S REST SPOT" at 1422 W ATKINSON Av. (Expires 10/11/2023) The applicant was present and said that items 17 and 20 from the police report did not happened at the bar and have nothing to do with her establishment. Individuals also present: Ald. Borkowski asked Sgt. Velasquez why we are putting these incidences under this premises address. Sgt. Velasquez said that on both incidences, the police is not focusing on the shooting but on the patrons behaviors observed while MPD was conducting the investigation. Individuals in opposition: Monica - 1430 W Atkinson Av – said that she has lived there for many years and that this business allows drunk people in, that this business sell drinks to go, that the people stay outside, that there is a lot of activity at night on top of the regular prostitution and drug dealing activity for the things this bar is doing. Mr. Cooney said that Class B Tavern licenses are allowed to sell beer and liquor in the original package as the liquor stores. Ald. Coggs asked to hold this application to make a plan of abatement for the behaviors of the patrons. Ald. Pratt moved to hold the application to the call of the chair. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
9/26/2023	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 06 OWAIS, Mohammad, Agent for "Action Food & Liquor LLC", Class A Malt & Class A Liquor, Food Dealer and Weights & Measures License Renewal Applications for "Action Food & Liquor" at 3455 N Martin L King Jr DR. (Expires 10/16/2023) The applicant was present along with Atty. Vince Bobot. Atty. Bobot said that they agree that the store clerk should not have been outside in the first place and that he has talked to his client about keeping the staff inside the premises and wait for the police to come. He added that it is the same employee for items 2-3 and that she was terminated. He added that this business owner has been 6 years in the community and that this is his first time before this committee. He added that this client has a million dollar invested, that he is offering healthy food options for the community, that they are experiencing a trend, that they are being proactive and that he employs people from the neighborhood. Individuals also present: Ald. Borkowski asked if there are weapons on the premises. Atty. Bobot said that his client has a license to carry a weapon but that there are no weapons in the premises. Ald. Coggs said that it is good to know that the riffle is gone, that the employee who escalated the problem was terminated and asked the applicant what he tells to his employees. The applicant has asked his employees to let it go and let the police to address the problem. Ald. Coggs said that she has no objections and that she recommends a warning letter based on the police report. Ald. Chambers moved approval with a warning letter based upon the preponderance of the evidence in the police report on the police report. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
9/26/2023	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 03 KOVACOVICH, JR, Jeffrey A, Agent for "LUKE'S OF MILWAUKEE, LTD", Class B Tavern, Public Entertainment Premises and Food Dealer License Renewal Applications for "RED ROCK SALOON MILWAUKEE" at 1225 N WATER St. (Expired 9/25/2023) The applicant was present. Individuals also present: Ald. Brostoff said that this business has gotten better and thanked the applicant for being a good neighbor. Ald. Brostoff moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
9/26/2023	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 03 RIEBER, Bryan C, Agent for "Milwaukee Wings Inc", Extended Hours Establishments and Food Dealer License Renewal Applications for "Wings Over Milwaukee" at 1434 E Brady St. (Expires 10/9/2023) The applicant was present and said that he takes his responsibility very seriously regarding the items of the police report. He added that after the second incident, the retrained the staff in terms of giving it away instead of being correct. Individuals also present: Ald. Brostoff said that he has been in communication with the applicant, that he works incredibly hard and that they had a chance to talk about some solutions along with the BID. He added that there will be a follow up meeting but that he is confident that they are able to move forward. Ald. Brostoff moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
9/26/2023	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 03 PETERSEN, Melanie P, Agent for "VIER NORTH LLC", Class B Tavern, Public Entertainment Premises and Food Dealer License Applications Requesting Instrumental Musicians and Bands for "VIER NORTH" at 1832 E NORTH Av. The applicant was present. Individuals in support. Michael Vitucci – 2311 N Murray Av – said that he is very impressed with this operation and wished them the best. Individuals also present: Ald. Brostoff said that the applicant has been very helpful, that the team is very professional and that there are 2 things that must be addressed as a result of the neighborhood meeting. Ms. Petersen said that there won’t be dollar shots neither all you can drink promotions and that the food won’t be cheap as an easy way to go. Mr. Cooney suggested to amend the plan of operations. Ms. Petersen said that an acoustical engineer will be hired for sound distribution and to keep the volume down. She added that the outdoor hours and any deck activity will close at 11PM Sun – Thu and; at 12AM Fri and Sat. She added that if anything needs to be amended after one year, it would be fair to support what the neighbors are experiencing. Ald. Brostoff moved approval as amended to no dollar shots and no all you can drink promotions and to close the deck at at 11PM Sun – Thu and; at 12AM Fri and Sat. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
9/26/2023	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	HELD TO CALL OF THE CHAIR; Minutes note: 03 SAVAGLIO, Alfred C, Agent for "Dolgencorp, LLC", Food Dealer License Renewal Application for "Dollar General Store # 14272" at 1300 E Locust St. (Expires 10/3/2023) Atty. Brian Randall appeared on behalf of the applicant. Individuals in objection: Nancy Pescadero - 1209 E Roadsmeet St - she said that she is a regular walker and that they have noticed that there’s no surveillance on the back of the store and that when there are car break ins, they always come from that direction when they look at the videos. She also mentioned that the garbage dumpster is unlocked, that there is garbage all around and that dumpster is placed in a way, that bad actors jump from it to go their houses to try doors and break into the cars. Atty. Randall asked if these incidences happened during the day or night. The witness answered “both”. Teresa Buck – 1220 E Locust – she said that she lives across the store and that since 2015, she has been asking the store to clean it but that they prefer to pay a fine instead of compliance by placing the garbage dumpster on the shared right of way. She added that from her windows, she has witnessed drug deals, people urinating and even having sex. She added that this open and unlocked dumpster is inviting to dumpster divers at any time and that they are disturbing the neighborhood. Atty. Randall asked Ms. Buck if she has seen changes lately. Ms. Buck said that she has and that she is trying to trust the manager but that the dumpster still there open and that she hopes that they get the dumpster behind the gate and locked. Ald. Brostoff said that he wanted to thank the neighbors, that Atty. Randall is very respectable on what he does and that the district manager has been responsive. He also said that the store has taken steps forward but that he still hearing from neighbors. He added that he has seen significant changes on the last 15 days but asked what about with the other 350 days. Mr. Connelly – DNS – said that there are two open orders for this store: 1. The garbage 2. The dumpster is not locked and is not put away Ald. Brostoff said that he heard from dozens of residents about how the staff mistreated customers and that they do not feel that they respect the neighborhood. He added that even with the best of this client’s intentions, they submitted a presentation where on page 3 is clearly that they still on violation with the dumpster. He added that even after the big clean up, they still showing the same behaviors. He added that the organization has been disrespectful to the community that they are making money from and that even after the meeting, neighbors still contacting him with bad experiences at the store. Atty. Randall wanted to verify with Mr. Connelly if the dumpster is on private or public property. Mr. Conelly said that it is on private property according to the last inspection. Atty. Randall said that it is due a e-mail notice to vacate the alley from 2001 and asked Mr. Connelly if the property owner has been notified about the citations. Mr. Conelly said that he has. Atty. Randall shared a supplemental plan of operations and talked about it to the members. The manager store said that she cannot change the past but that she is committed to hire staff who cares about the customers, neighbors and their own jobs. She added that she has 21 years of experience in different parts of the country and that she has 17 stores in the district. Ald. Brostoff asked if the photos on the plan are from today. Atty. Randall said that they are from today and that the dumpster is outside still. Ald. Brostoff asked how many employees will be hired. Mr. Angeline said that a total of 6, starting the day with 2 and ending it with 2. Ald. Brostoff said that this community needs 2 employees per shift and that he is not hearing that. He also said that staffing should be done based on the community needs and not on the amount of dollars that are sold. Atty. Randall said that he appreciates the opportunity for presenting the supplemental plan, that they recognize that they have made a mistake, that they want to correct the issues and that is why they held the community meeting to have a plan in writing for the committee members and neighbors. He asked for a renewal with a warning letter because the store have the right attention now, that they have received the messages and that they are willing to work with Ald. Brostoff expectations. Ald. Chambers moved to add the supplemental plan of operations to the file. There were no objections. Ald. Brostoff said that he would like to see fresh food options besides the milk and asked to the License Division to issue a provisional license to wait for the supplemental plan to kick in to see the results before moving forward. Ald. Brostoff moved to hold the application to the call of the chair. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
9/26/2023	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	HELD TO CALL OF THE CHAIR; Minutes note: 14 LEAF, Sam J, Agent for "Chase Entertainment LLC", Permanent Extension of Premise Application for Alcohol and Food, Adding Patio and Beer Garden to the South of the Premises for "Sam's Tap" at 3118 S CHASE Av. The applicant was present. Individuals also present: Ald. Dimitrijevic said that they received objections from the neighbors and that it is her understanding that there is a beer garden and patio. The applicant said that the space is used for cigarette breaks and that he would like to serve alcohol and food as well. Ald. Dimitrijevic said that she has no problem with the renewal and that she would like to hold a neighborhood meeting. The applicant said that he is surprised with the objections from the neighbors and that he is fine waiting for another time. Ald. Borkowski clarified to Ald. Dimitrijevic that there is no renewal in front of us and asked her if she wants to hold this application. Ald. Dimitrijevic said that she would like to hold the application to have a conversation with the applicant and the neighborhood. Ald. Chambers moved to hold the application to the call of the chair. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
9/26/2023	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 14 CERVERA, Veronica M, Agent for "Little Cancun 2 LLC", Class B Tavern, Public Entertainment Premises and Food Dealer License Renewal Applications Requesting to Add Disc Jockey as Type of Entertainment for "Little Cancun Sports" at 3040 S Delaware Av. (Expires 10/10/2023) The applicant was present. Individuals also present: Mr. Cooney said that the applicant withdrew the Disc Jockey request yesterday and that we only have the license renewals in front us. Individuals in opposition: Brian Smith – S. Delaware Av – he said that he lives in a residential block and that the hours have changed since Covid because before it was a restaurant and now it is more like a bar. He said that he is surprised that there is no police report because he has called and the last one happened about three weeks ago. Sgt. Velasquez said that there is call from September 10th and that MPD was not able to get there. Mr. Smith said that he talked to the police and even shared the video of the incident that he reported. He added that they are tired of picking up bottles, that there is people pre-gaming before they get in, that he has called the police, that he has called Ald. Dimitrijevic’s office and that she has not returned the calls. He also said that he took time off to be here today because it is an important matter to him. He said that he is against of the alcohol license. Micah Oge – 3023 S Delaware St - said that they have lived there for 7 year now and that this establishment shifted to bar operations after the pandemic. He added that patrons fail to stop and yield on the street, that there’s people arguing over parking spots, that patrons congregate on the street; that they are very loud and sometimes those arguments escalate and then they drive away upset. He also said that sometimes patrons sit at their yards and that they are tired of picking up garbage, empty bottles and the disruptive behaviors of the patrons. He added that he has been able to document all of these behaviors with videos and that he has reported some of the issues to the police. He said that he is also surprised that there no record nor police report. Ald. Dimitrijevic asked the neighbors if a reduction of the hours would be beneficial to them. Mr. Oge said that they observe the same behaviors from 9pm to midnight and during the day on Saturdays. Mr. Smith said for the record, that this location already has a disc jockey. Jinx Oge – 3023 S Delaware St – said that they welcomed this business in their community as a restaurant and that now they are promoting party behaviors instead. He added they go to sleep with a clean yard and that they wake up with litter and even drinks in the yard. He said that these behaviors happened at any time and that they did not sign up for this. He is also amazed that no record of the calls that they have made to the police report. Andrew Bunk - 3052 S Delaware St – said that he has talked to the applicant about two incidences and that he filed a police report as well. He said that one of the incidents was a death threat made by three patrons, that one of them is actually a regular of the establishment and that the applicant knows him. The other incident was about that someone placed 3 empty bottles by his yard so he went and put them back in front of the establishment’s door, when someone (who was not even an employee) came out and started to yell at him. He added that he has seen people vomiting in front of his house and then driving away. Ald. Dimitrijevic said that she was able to locate Mr. Oge’s email and that she will talk to the district captain’s because it is very hard to have a case without this information. Individuals also present: Ald. Brostoff asked Mr. Bunk if there was follow up with the applicant. Mr. Bunk said that there was a follow up and that he was called different words while he was there. Ald. Dimitrijevic asked the applicant if she has had disc jockey without a license. The applicant said that she has had DJ. Ald. Dimitrijevic said that it is very disrespectful to the neighbors and that she did not know that the neighbors were in communication with the applicant. She recommended the applicant to reconsider her business model and to add security guard. Ald. Dimitrijevic recommended renewal with a 10 day suspension. The applicant said that she has a lot of support from other community members who like the food, that she cleans up every day, that she cares about the neighborhood and that she does not want to have a bad reputation. Ald. Dimitrijevic asked the applicant to find balance and harmony and; that it does not seem that the applicant is taking serious these neighbors’ requests and that she hopes that the applicant does not take it personally and rather go into action. Ald. Brostoff said that he thinks that these testimonies are not been taking seriously by the applicant and that he all heard was only confrontation from the applicant. Ald. Brostoff moved renewal with 15 day suspension based upon the preponderance of the evidence in the neighbors, applicant and aldermanic testimony 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
9/26/2023	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 14 ZHOU, Tingcai, Agent for "HONG KONG SEAFOOD BUFFET LLC", Class B Fermented Malt, C Wine and Food Dealer License Applications for "HONG KONG SEAFOOD BUFFET" at 270 W HOLT Av. The applicant was present along with Mr. Hong as an interpreter. Individuals also present: Ald. Dimitrijevic said that she in full support of this applications. Ald. Brostoff moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
9/26/2023	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	HELD TO CALL OF THE CHAIR; Minutes note: 09 MAYS, James, Agent for "AMAYSING AUTOMOTIVE SALES LLC", Secondhand Motor Vehicle Dealer's License Application for "AMAYSING AUTOMOTIVE SALES" at 9005 W BROWN DEER Rd. The applicant was present. Individuals also present: Mr. Cooney said that Ald. Taylor requested that this application be held. Ald. Bostoff moved to hold the application to the call of the chair. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
9/26/2023	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: BAKER, Aaron E, Agent for "DREAM HOME IMPROVEMENT LLC", Home Improvement Contractor's License Application for "DREAM HOME IMPROVEMENT LLC". The applicant was present and said that he made several bad choices to get things done on a fast pace regarding the items on the police report. Individuals also present: Ald. Chambers moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
9/26/2023	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: BROWN, Damion L, Agent for "D&D Investment and Solutions LLC", Home Improvement Contractor's License Application as agent for "D&D Investment and Solutions LLC". The applicant was not present. Ald. Chambers moved denial based upon second nonappearance. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
9/26/2023	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: SIMMONS, Victory T, Agent for "VICTORY 44 CONSTRUCTION INC.", Home Improvement Contractor's License Application as agent for "VICTORY 44 CONSTRUCTION INC." The applicant was present and said that he had some medical issues but that he is ready to go back to work and that he has 15 employees. Individuals also present: Ald. Borkowski asked what is the status of the item on the police report. The applicant said that he is working on it, that it was a very unfortunate situation and that he is trying to be a responsible person. Ald. Pratt moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
9/26/2023	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: Agenda Only 03 ROE, Tracy L, Agent for "SHANK HALL, INC", Class B Tavern and Public Entertainment Premises License Renewal Applications and Center for the Visual & Performing Arts License Application for "SHANK HALL" at 1434 N FARWELL Av. 03 WARSH, Teresa A, Agent for "Hampshire Foods, Inc", Class B Tavern and Food Dealer License Renewal Applications with Change of Hours From Opening at 11AM and Closing at 11PM; To Open at 8AM and Close at 11:59 PM Mon- Sun for "Sala" at 2611-13 E Hampshire St. 03 WOLFERT, Karen, Agent for "The Board of Regents of the University of Wisconsin System", Loading Zone License Renewal Application with Change of Agent for "University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee" at 2100 E KENWOOD Bl. 04 VAUGHN, Krystal, Agent for "Domus Apartments LLC", Loading Zone License Renewal Application with Change of Agent for "Domus Apartments" at 441 E ERIE St. 13 RYBICKI, Mark R, Agent for "AMANA HOSPITALITY, LLC", Class B Tavern, Public Entertainment Premises, Food Dealer and Hotel/Motel License Renewal Applications with Change of Agent for "Crowne Plaza Milwaukee Airport" at 6401 S 13TH St. 14 JACOBS, Joe E, Agent for "Big Wash LLC", Self Service Laundry License Renewal Application for "Coin Laundry" at 3310 S Howell Av. 14 MARUNOWSKI, Toni L, Class B Tavern, Public Entertainment Premises and Food Dealer License Renewal Applications Removing 1 Amusement Machine for "TONI'S MOODY BLUES" at 2813 S HOWELL Av. Ald. Chambers moved approval of the "agenda only" items. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
9/26/2023	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: Warning Letter HARRIS, Brittney N, Class D Operator’s License 02 SAVAGLIO, Alfred C, Agent for "Dolgencorp LLC", Food Dealer License Renewal Application for "Dollar General #20378" at 5925 N 76TH St. 07 SANDHAR, Arshdeep S, Agent for "Brothers Petrol Inc", Extended Hours Establishments, Filling Station, Food Dealer and Weights & Measures License Renewal Applications for "Brother Petrol" at 4137 W Fond Du Lac Av. 07 SANDHAR, Manjit K, Agent for "Sandhar Liquor INC", Class A Malt & Class A Liquor and Weights & Measures License Renewal Applications for "North End Beverage" at 4409 W Fond Du Lac Av. Ald. Brostoff moved approval of the "warning letter" items. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
9/26/2023	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	RECOMMENDED FOR APPROVAL; Minutes note: Ald. Chambers moved approval of the file 230791 as amended. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
9/19/2023	0	COMMON COUNCIL	ASSIGNED TO

Number

230791

Version

Original

Reference

Sponsor

THE CHAIR

Title

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

Drafter

CC-CC

Laurie Phillip

9/18/2023