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File #: 091651    Version: 0
Type: Motion Status: Passed
File created: 4/13/2010 In control: LICENSES COMMITTEE
On agenda: Final action: 6/15/2010
Effective date:    
Title: Motion relating to the recommendations of the Licenses Committee relative to licenses.
Sponsors: THE CHAIR
Indexes: LICENSE REVOCATION, LICENSES
Attachments: 1. License Applications and Actions - Special 6/15/10, 2. License Applications - Special 6/15/10, 3. License Applications, 4. Letters and Findings of Fact, 5. Written objection - Mseitif, 6. Written objection - Lepold, 7. Written objections - Pliss, 8. Written Objection - Asad, 9. Recommendations, 10. 20 Below LLC- Pliss- Proposed Findings of Fact, 11. Transcript of Old Lamp Inns Frenchies-Lepold, 12. Grant List, 13. Transcript of Envy-Asad, 14. Transcript of Sugar-Pliss, 15. Letters sent after Common Council, 16. Transcript of Brew City - Coralic
Date Ver.Action ByActionResultTallyAction DetailsMeeting DetailsVideo
6/15/20100 COMMON COUNCIL AMENDED

Minutes note: 90-suspension of the Tavern/Amusement license for "Envy Lounge and Nightclub", 715-17 S. 5th St. notwithstanding the recommendation of the Committee.
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6/15/20100 COMMON COUNCIL APPROVED

Minutes note: Ald. Bohl ABSTAINS on the vote for Old Lamp Inn's Frenchies-Josef Lepold, agent and Club Envy- Samer Asad, agent. Ald. Coggs: NO to the recommendation for Sugar-Sean Pliss, agent and Club Envy-Samer Asad, agent. Ald. Zielinski ABSTAINS on the vote for Sugar-Sean Pliss, agent.
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6/15/20100 COMMON COUNCIL AMENDED

Minutes note: The question was put: Have the members of the Common Council read the Report and Recommendations of the Licenses Committee and the exceptions filed in this matter? All members present indicated they had done so, Ald. Dudzik EXCUSED. The question was put: Are any of the following or their counsels present and, if so, do they wish to address the Common Council? Samer L. Asad was present by counsel Atty Franklin Gimbel. Atty. Gimbel appeared and addressed the Common Council. Asst. City Attorney Bruce Schrimpf appeared and addressed the Common Council. Josef M. Lepold -- representatives of this applicant were present, but were ruled not to have standing sufficient under the Code of Ordinances to appear before the Common Council. Sean A. Pliss was present by Atty. David Halbrooks. Atty. Halbrooks appeared and addressed the Common Council. Asst. City Attorney Bruce Schrimpf appeared and addressed the Common Council. Nail F. Mseitif was present in person. Mr. Mseitif appeared and addressed the Common Council. Asst. City Attorney Bruce Schrimpf appeared and addressed the Common Council. Ald. Bohl moved that the Common Council resolve itself into a Committee of the Whole for the purpose of taking testimony in these matters. There was no objection. Ald. Davis moved for issuance of a warning letter to Nail F. Mseitif, agent for Nail & Ashraf, LLC, in lieu of the suspension recommended by committee.
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6/15/20100 COMMON COUNCIL AMENDED

Minutes note: Non-renewal of the Public Dance Hall license Sean Pliss, agent for 20 Below, LLC for "Club Sugar", 126 E. Mineral St., in the 12th Aldermanic District.
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6/15/20100   RECONSIDERED 5:0 Action details Meeting details Not available
6/15/20100 LICENSES COMMITTEE RECOMMENDED FOR APPROVALPass5:0 Action details Meeting details Not available
6/2/20100 LICENSES COMMITTEE AMENDED

Minutes note: 08 REGAZZI, Joseph A., Agent for “Collins-Meyer VFW Post 2903”, Class “B” Tavern and Tavern Dance renewal applications for “Collins-Meyer VFW Post 2903” at 2900 W. Lincoln Avenue. (Expires 6-30-10) Special Letter Applicant at the table, N9695 Willard Rd., Berlin. Ald. Robert Donovan, 8th District, also at the table. No neighborhood objectors present when called. Ald. Donovan says that he received repeated complaints from one person in the neighborhood and that he is not aware of any other complaints from neighbors. He says that he has no objections to the renewal. Six supporters were present. Grant by Ald. Kovac. Prevailed 3-0. (Ald. Coggs and Ald. Hamilton excused)
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6/2/20100 LICENSES COMMITTEE HELD TO CALL OF THE CHAIR

Minutes note: AGENDA ONLY 02 RUDZITIS, Karlis A., Agent for “Latvian House of Milwaukee, Inc.”, Class “B” Tavern and Tavern Dance renewal applications with change of officer for “Latvian House of Milwaukee” at 8845 W. Lynx Avenue. Grant, by Ald. Coggs. Prevailed. 4-0 03 AZZARELLO, Pietro, Agent for “Vitucci’s, Inc.”, Class “B” Tavern and Tavern Amusement (Cabaret/Nightclub) renewal applications with change of agent, officer and entertainment for “Vitucci’s” at 1832 E. North Avenue. Grant, by Ald. Coggs. Prevailed. 4-0 04 BISESI, Laurie J., Agent for “Italian Conference Center, Inc.”, Class “B” Tavern and Tavern Amusement (Cabaret/Nightclub) renewal applications with change of officer and shareholder for “Italian Conference Center” at 631 E. Chicago Street. Grant, by Ald. Coggs. Prevailed. 4-0 04 HAWKINS, Paul L., Agent for “Capital Grille Holdings, Inc.”, Class “B” Tavern renewal application with change of officer for “The Capital Grille of Milwaukee #8027” at 310 W. Wisconsin Avenue. Grant, by Ald. Coggs. Prevailed. 4-0 04 MC LEAN, Sarah M., Agent for “Mi-Key’s (Milwaukee), LLC”, Class “B” Tavern and Tavern Amusement (Cabaret/Nightclub) renewal applications with change of entertainment for “Mi-Key’s” at 811 N. Jefferson Street. Grant, by Ald. Coggs. Prevailed. 4-0 04 NOWAK, Ronald A., Agent for “Milwaukee Athletic Club”, Class “B” Tavern and Tavern Amusement (Cabaret/Nightclub) renewal applications with change of officer for “Milwaukee Athletic Club” at 758 N. Broadway. Grant, by Ald. Coggs. Prevailed. 4-0 04 NOWAK, Ronald A., Agent for “Milwaukee Athletic Club”, Class “A” Liquor renewal application with change of officer for “Milwaukee Athletic Club” at 758 N. Broadway. Grant, by Ald. Coggs. Prevailed. 4-0 04 PALLO, Douglas F., Agent for “University Club of Milwaukee”, Class “B” Tavern and Tavern Dance renewal applications with change of officer for “University Club of Milwaukee” at 924 E. Wells Street. Grant, by Ald. Coggs. Prevailed. 4-0 04 SCHLAPPER, Gayle A., Agent for “Wisconsin Club, Inc.”, Class “B” Tavern and Tavern Dance renewal applications with change of officer for “Wisconsin Club” at 900 W. Wisconsin Avenue. Grant, by Ald. Coggs. Prevailed. 4-0 04 WEILER, Gerald S., Agent for “Pacific Milwaukee Corp.”, Class “B” Tavern renewal application with change of shareholder for “Ramada City Centre” at 633 W. Michigan Street. Grant, by Ald. Coggs. Prevailed. 4-0 05 BASTIL, Dean D., Agent for “All Star Lanes, Inc.”, Class “B” Tavern, Video Game Center and Bowling Alley renewal applications with change of officer and shareholder for “All Star Lanes” at 10500 W. Silver Spring Drive. Grant, by Ald. Coggs. Prevailed. 4-0 05 RICKUN, Steven C., Agent for “Rick Inn, Inc.”, Class “B” Tavern renewal application with change of agent for “The Rick Inn” at 9308 W. Capitol Drive. Grant, by Ald. Coggs. Prevailed. 4-0 09 JACOBUS, Eugene T., Agent for “Jacobus Energy, Inc.”, Extended Hours Establishment renewal application with change of agent and officer for “Quick Fuel Fleet Services” at 9110 N. 107th Street. Grant, by Ald. Coggs. Prevailed. 4-0 09 LONIEN, Kevin J., Agent for “Benevolent & Protective Order of Elks Lodge 46”, Class “B” Tavern, Tavern Dance, Video Game Center and Bowling Alley renewal applications with change of officer for “Milwaukee Lodge #46 BPO Elks” at 5555 W. Good Hope Road. Grant, by Ald. Coggs. Prevailed. 4-0 09 NEILS, Tiffany M., Agent for “Sam’s East, Inc.”, Class “A” Liquor & Malt renewal application with change of officer for “Sam’s Club #6324” at 7701 W. Calumet Road. Grant, by Ald. Coggs. Prevailed. 4-0 10 BLODGETT, Dana N., Agent for “The Field House, Inc.”, Class “B” Tavern renewal application with change of officer for “Dana’s Fieldhouse” at 5004 W. Vliet Street. Grant, by Ald. Coggs. Prevailed. 4-0 10 SIDNER, Daniel S., Agent for “Maxie’s Milwaukee, LLC”, Class “B” Tavern and Tavern Dance renewal applications with change of member and shareholder for “Maxie’s Southern Comfort” at 6732 W. Fairview Avenue. Grant, by Ald. Coggs. Prevailed. 4-0 11 SARENAC, Peter, Agent for “American Serb Memorial Hall, Inc.”, Class “B” Tavern, Tavern Amusement (Cabaret/Nightclub) and Bowling Alley renewal applications with change of director for “American Serb Hall” at 5101 W. Oklahoma Avenue. Grant, by Ald. Coggs. Prevailed. 4-0 13 KLIESMET, Mary H., Agent for “The Peltz Group, LLC”, Junk Collector (Truck) renewal application with change of officer for “A-1 Recycling” at 2101 W. Morgan Avenue. Grant, by Ald. Coggs. Prevailed. 4-0 13 PRITESKUMAR, Patel T., Agent for “Sidhivinayak, LLC”, Class “B” Tavern renewal application with change of agent for “Hospitality Inn” at 4400 S. 27th Street. Grant, by Ald. Coggs. Prevailed. 4-0 13 PRITESKUMAR, Patel T., Agent for “Sidhivinayak, LLC”, Class “B” Tavern renewal application with change of agent for “Hospitality Inn” at 4488 S. 27th Street. Grant, by Ald. Coggs. Prevailed. 4-0 14 DE SHAW, Holly C., Agent for “Blackbird Bar, Inc.”, Class “B” Tavern and Record Spin renewal applications with change of officer for “Blackbird Bar” at 3007 S. Kinnickinnic Avenue. Grant, by Ald. Coggs. Prevailed. 4-0 14 EITEL, Michael J., Agent for “Dri 5 Bayview, LLC”, Class “B” Tavern and Tavern Dance renewal applications with change of shareholder for “Café Centraal” at 2306 S. Kinnickinnic Avenue. Grant, by Ald. Coggs. Prevailed. 4-0 14 FIX, Stephen M., Agent for “Spectacle Enterprises, Inc.”, Class “B” Tavern and Tavern Dance renewal applications with change of shareholder for “Bay View Brew Haus” at 2535 S. Kinnickinnic Avenue. Grant, by Ald. Coggs. Prevailed. 4-0 14 KOSALOS, Nick J., Class “B” Tavern renewal application with change of hours for “Nick’s Anvil Inn” at 2900 S. 13th Street. Grant, by Ald. Coggs. Prevailed. 4-0 14 NASON, Bruce W., Agent for “South Shore Yacht Club”, Class “B” Tavern and Tavern Amusement (Cabaret/Nightclub) renewal applications with change of director for “South Shore Yacht Club” at 2300 E. Nock Street. Grant, by Ald. Coggs. Prevailed. 4-0 15 RANDALL, Brian C., Agent for “MillerCoors, LLC”, Class “B” Beer renewal application with change of officer for “MillerCoors, LLC” at 3939 W. Highland Boulevard, 1st Floor, Building 64. Grant, by Ald. Coggs. Prevailed. 4-0 15 RANDALL, Brian C., Agent for “MillerCoors, LLC”, Class “B” Beer renewal application with change of officer for “MillerCoors, LLC” at 3939 W. Highland Boulevard, 1st Floor, Building 55. Grant, by Ald. Coggs. Prevailed. 4-0 15 RANDALL, Brian C., Agent for “MillerCoors, LLC”, Class “C” Wholesale renewal application with change of officer for “MillerCoors, LLC” at 3939 W. Highland Boulevard. Grant, by Ald. Coggs. Prevailed. 4-0 15 WOOD, Dorothy J., Class “B” Tavern and Tavern Dance renewal applications with change of hours for “House of Joy” at 3925 W. North Avenue. Grant, by Ald. Coggs. Prevailed. 4-0 SPEENER, Michael J., Agent for “Independent Carpenters United, LLC”, Home Improvement Contractor transfer application for “Independent Carpenters United” from 3332 N. Mayfair Road to 3248 N. 50th Street. Grant, by Ald. Coggs. Prevailed. 4-0 TEMPORARY EXTENSIONS 04 HAZARD, SR., Daniel J., Agent for “Mader’s Bar, Inc.”, Request for a temporary extension of premise for “Mader’s” at 1037 N. Old World Third Street to include the sidewalk and street at the east side of the premises and parking lot at the north side of the premises on July 21, 2010 from 4:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. for “German Fest Welcome Party”. Grant, by Ald. Kovac. Prevailed. 4-0 04 JICHA, Mary T., Agent for “Real Chili of Milwaukee, Inc.”, Request for a temporary extension of premise for “Real Chili” at 419 E. Wells Street to include the street at the north side of the premises on July 8-11, 2010 from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 a.m. for “Bastille Days”. Grant, by Ald. Kovac. Prevailed. 4-0 13 PACHECO-SANCHEZ, Luis, Agent for “St. Adalbert Congregation”, Request for a temporary extension of premise for “St. Adalbert Congregation” at 1923 W. Becher Street to include the sidewalk and street at the front of the premises, parking lot at the south side of the premises and yard at the plaza and all connecting walkways for “St. Adalbert Festival”. Grant, by Ald. Kovac. Prevailed. 4-0 14 BRUSKI, Tanya L., Agent for “Logan & Potter, Inc.”, Request for a temporary extension of premise for “Burnhearts” at 2599 S. Logan Avenue to include the sidewalk, street and yard at the south side of the premises on July 3, 2010 from 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. for “3rd Annual Potter Street Days”. Grant, by Ald. Kovac. Prevailed. 4-0 WARNING LETTERS 02 CONZONER, Steven C., Agent for “Steve-O’s of Milwaukee, Inc.”, Class “B” Tavern renewal application for “Steve-O’s Bar/Grill” at 9012 W. Silver Spring Drive. Grant, by Ald. Zielinski. Prevailed. 4-0 03 SCHMIDT, JR., Robert C., Class “B” Tavern renewal application for “RC’s” at 1530 E. North Avenue. Grant, by Ald. Zielinski. Prevailed. 4-0 04 ASAD, Wisam L., Agent for “Omar, Inc.”, Class “A” Malt renewal application for “L & A Foods” at 2631 W. Vliet Street. Grant, by Ald. Zielinski. Prevailed. 4-0 04 CHRIST, Michael, Class “B” Tavern renewal application for “Mike’s A Little Bit Country” at 2608 W. State Street. Grant, by Ald. Zielinski. Prevailed. 4-0 04 DEHNE, Jacob E., Agent for “Milwaukee 0020, LLC”, Class “B” Tavern and Tavern Amusement (Cabaret/Nightclub) renewal applications with change of agent and entertainment for “Suite” at 1101-03 N. Old World Third Street. Grant, by Ald. Zielinski. Prevailed. 4-0 04 LIESKE, Gary L., Class “B” Tavern and Tavern Dance renewal applications with age restriction of 25 years of age or older for “Gare-Bear’s” at 927 N. 27th Street. Grant, by Ald. Zielinski. Prevailed. 4-0 04 RAPKIN, Joshua A., Agent for “631, LLC”, Class “B” Tavern renewal application with change of agent for “Star Bar” at 631 N. Milwaukee Street. Grant, by Ald. Zielinski. Prevailed. 4-0 04 THATCHER, Debbie J., Agent for “Thatcher, Inc.”, Class “B” Tavern and Tavern Dance renewal applications for “Conway’s Smokin’ Bar & Grill” at 2121-27 W. Wells Street. Grant, by Ald. Zielinski. Prevailed. 4-0 05 PESCHEK, David P., Agent for “Jeraug, Inc.”, Class “B” Tavern and Record Spin renewal applications for “The Corner Pub” at 7602 W. Lisbon Avenue. Grant, by Ald. Zielinski. Prevailed. 4-0 07 CASH, Gary L., Agent for “Brooklyn’s Restaurant & Lounge, LLC”, Class “B” Tavern renewal application for “Brooklyn’s Restaurant & Lounge” at 4610 W. Fond du Lac Avenue. Grant, by Ald. Zielinski. Prevailed. 4-0 07 LEWIS, Mc Willie, Class “B” Tavern and Tavern Dance renewal applications for “People’s Lounge” at 3328 W. Burleigh Street. Grant, by Ald. Zielinski. Prevailed. 4-0 08 DHAWAN, Mandeep, Class “A” Malt renewal application for “Capri Food & Beverage Mart” at 2033-39 W. Mitchell Street. Grant, by Ald. Zielinski. Prevailed. 4-0 10 HEGARTY, Jeremiah, Class “B” Tavern and Tavern Dance renewal applications for “Derry’s Irish Pub” at 5328 W. Bluemound Road. Grant, by Ald. Zielinski. Prevailed. 4-0 10 MONREAL, Nicolas S., Agent for “Encore, Inc.”, Class “B” Tavern and Tavern Amusement (Cabaret/Nightclub) renewal applications for “Monreal’s Encore” at 101 S. Dana Court. Grant, by Ald. Zielinski. Prevailed. 4-0 10 NARLOCH, Katherine M., Agent for “Sazco, Inc.”, Class “B” Tavern, Instrumental Music and Record Spin renewal applications for “Saz’s State House” at 5539 W. State Street. Grant, by Ald. Zielinski. Prevailed. 4-0 10 SALAJA, Samuel T., Agent for “3 S of Milwaukee, Inc.”, Class “B” Tavern, Tavern Dance, Video Game Center and Billiard Hall renewal applications for “Steve’s on Bluemound” at 5841 W. Bluemound Road. Grant, by Ald. Zielinski. Prevailed. 4-0 11 GROHALL, Dwayne L., Agent for “DJ Novelty Co., Inc.”, Amusement Machine Distributor renewal application for “DJ Novelty” at 4520 W. Forest Home Avenue. Grant, by Ald. Zielinski. Prevailed. 4-0 11 WALKER, Terry D., Agent for “Kornerstone, Inc.”, Class “B” Tavern, Tavern Dance and Video Game Center renewal applications for “Kornerstone Pub” at 3600 W. Lincoln Avenue. Grant, by Ald. Zielinski. Prevailed. 4-0 12 CAMACHO, Daniel, Class “B” Tavern and Tavern Dance renewal applications for “Camacho Bar” at 631 S. 6th Street. Grant, by Ald. Zielinski. Prevailed. 4-0 12 FANTAUZZI, Sonia M., Class “B” Tavern and Tavern Dance renewal applications for “El Escondite” at 1832 S. 13th Street. Grant, by Ald. Zielinski. Prevailed. 4-0 12 VILLARREAL, Ernesto, Agent for “El Rey Spirits, Inc.”, Class “A” Liquor & Malt renewal application for “El Rey Spirits” at 916 S. Cesar E. Chavez Drive. Grant, by Ald. Zielinski. Prevailed. 4-0 12 ZARATE, Jose G., Agent for “La Fuente, Ltd.”, Class “B” Tavern and Tavern Dance renewal applications with change of floor plan for “La Fuente Restaurant” at 625-31 S. 5th Street. Grant, by Ald. Zielinski. Prevailed. 4-0 13 PATEL, Bhavin G., Agent for “Shubham, LLC”, Class “A” Liquor & Malt renewal application for “Layton Beer & Liquor” at 2008 W. Layton Avenue. Grant, by Ald. Zielinski. Prevailed. 4-0 13 RITCHIE, Samantha L., Class “B” Tavern renewal application for “Anna’s Tap” at 1838 W. Grant Street. Grant, by Ald. Zielinski. Prevailed. 4-0 13 SKWOR, Dennis A., Agent for “Avenue Wine & Liquor, Inc.”, Class “A” Liquor & Malt renewal application for “Avenue Wine & Liquor, Inc.” at 4075 S. Howell Avenue. Grant, by Ald. Zielinski. Prevailed. 4-0 14 KHARATIAN, Hagop, Agent for “Ararat Fine Spirits, LLC”, Class “C” Wholesale renewal application for “Ararat Fine Spirits” at 1950 S. Hilbert Street. Grant, by Ald. Zielinski. Prevailed. 4-0 14 TROSTORFF, Dale R., Agent for “Hillside Gentlemen’s Club, Inc.”, Class “B” Tavern and Tavern Amusement (Cabaret/Nightclub) renewal application with change of entertainment for “Hillside Gentlemen’s Club” at 2724 S. 13th Street. Grant, by Ald. Zielinski. Prevailed. 4-0 GRIGGS, Matthew D., Agent for “Remodeling Innovations Group, Inc.”, Home Improvement Contractor application for “Remodeling Innovations Group” at 3695 N. 126th Street, Unit E, Brookfield, WI. Grant, by Ald. Zielinski. Prevailed. 4-0 MAHONE, Leonard B., Agent for “Spectrum Construction, Inc.”, Home Improvement Contractor application for “Spectrum Construction” at 2224 W. Vine Street. Grant, by Ald. Zielinski. Prevailed. 4-0 MELLON, Jerome S., Class “B” Manager application. Grant, by Ald. Zielinski. Prevailed. 4-0 BAUTCH, Jo Anna, Class “D” Bartender application. Grant, by Ald. Zielinski. Prevailed. 4-0 BENNER, Drusilla, Class “D” Bartender application. Grant, by Ald. Zielinski. Prevailed. 4-0 BOCKHORN, Katrianna D., Class “D” Bartender application. Grant, by Ald. Zielinski. Prevailed. 4-0 FREELAND, Wesley J., Class “D” Bartender application. Grant, by Ald. Zielinski. Prevailed. 4-0 GILLISPIE, La Shawn A., Class “D” Bartender application. Grant, by Ald. Zielinski. Prevailed. 4-0 GONZALEZ, Diana E., Class “D” Bartender application. Grant, by Ald. Zielinski. Prevailed. 4-0 JACOBSON, Brett K., Class “D” Bartender application. Grant, by Ald. Zielinski. Prevailed. 4-0 KNOLL, Karla R., Class “D” Bartender application. Grant, by Ald. Zielinski. Prevailed. 4-0 MAHER, Brian P., Class “D” Bartender application. Grant, by Ald. Zielinski. Prevailed. 4-0 POWELL, Ali, Class “D” Bartender renewal application. Grant, by Ald. Zielinski. Prevailed. 4-0 QUINN, JR., Francis F., Class “D” Bartender application. Grant, by Ald. Zielinski. Prevailed. 4-0 RECHLIN, Eric G., Class “D” Bartender application. Grant, by Ald. Zielinski. Prevailed. 4-0 ROSEBERRY, Gary L., Class “D” Bartender application. Grant, by Ald. Zielinski. Prevailed. 4-0 SHEVEY, Trevor C., Class “D” Bartender application. Grant, by Ald. Zielinski. Prevailed. 4-0 SHOWERS, Nathan S., Class “D” Bartender application. Grant, by Ald. Zielinski. Prevailed. 4-0 SOBOJINSKI, Jessica M., Class “D” Bartender application. Grant, by Ald. Zielinski. Prevailed. 4-0 SONN, JR., John P., Class “D” Bartender application. Grant, by Ald. Zielinski. Prevailed. 4-0 STEPHENS, Lauren R., Class “D” Bartender application. Grant, by Ald. Zielinski. Prevailed. 4-0 STIKL, Michael T., Class “D” Bartender application. Grant, by Ald. Zielinski. Prevailed. 4-0 STRYCKER, Ryan W., Class “D” Bartender application. Grant, by Ald. Zielinski. Prevailed. 4-0 TOLLIVER, Richard E., Class “D” Bartender application. Grant, by Ald. Zielinski. Prevailed. 4-0 VERBOS, John J., Class “D” Bartender application. Grant, by Ald. Zielinski. Prevailed. 4-0 WILLIAMS, Dowanda C., Class “D” Bartender application. Grant, by Ald. Zielinski. Prevailed. 4-0
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6/2/20100 LICENSES COMMITTEE AMENDED

Minutes note: 15 SINGH, Gurpiar, Agent for “North Avenue Liquor, Inc.”, Class “A” Liquor & Malt application for “North Avenue Liquor & Food Mart” at 3013 W. North Avenue. Special Letter Alex Runner, A.D. 15 aide present - the applicant has met with Pres. Hines's office and he has no objections. Applicant not appearing. Deny by Ald. Hamilton based on non-appearance. Prevailed 4-0. (Ald. Kovac excused) Applicant now present with Marvin Pratt, consultant. Reconsider, by Ald. Hamillton. Prevailed. 5-0 Marvin Pratt said that the applicant has met with the business improvement district, which has no objections to the improvements planned for the building or to his getting the license. Grant, by Ald. Hamilton. Prevailed 4-0. (Ald. Kovac excused)
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Minutes note: 15 GIBSON, DeAngelo M., Theater and Shows & Exhibitions applications for “Unity In The Community” at 1920 W. North Avenue. New Location Special Letter DeAngelo Gibson, Sr. - father of the applicant. Make letter of apology to Pres. Hines part of the record, by Ald. Coggs. Prevailed. 5-0 (Exhibit 1) Alex Runner, A.D. 15 aide at the table - this operation was supposed to be operating as a recording studio, but in actuality was a teen dance club. The applicants have now applied for the proper licenses. Recess at 2:20 P.M. to see if the Board of Zoning Appeals needs to approve this operation at this site. Reconvened at 2:34 P.M. after speaking with BOZA and Dept. of City Development staff. Objectors: Jacqueline Ward - 4315 W. Vliet St. - business improvement district manager Virginia Dupriest - president of St. Paul Planning Council Richard Quarles - 2516 N. 19th St. Lavonda Graham - 2324 N. 18th St. Willie Page - 2326 N. 19th St. Sonja Tatum - 1718 W. Wright St. Annie Nixon - 2330 N. 19th St. Hold to the call of the chair as the applicant needs to be approved by the Board of Zoning Appeals, by Ald. Zielinski. Prevailed 5-0.
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Minutes note: EGGERS, Alexander G., Class “B” Manager renewal application. (Expires 6-30-10) Special Letter Grant, by Ald. Kovac. Prevailed. 5-0
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Minutes note: BARKI, Vana O., Class “D” Bartender renewal application. (Expired 12-31-09) Special Letter First non-appearance by the applicant. Hold to the call of the chair, by Ald. Kovac. Prevailed. 5-0
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Minutes note: CHAMBERLAIN, Bethany G., Class “D” Bartender renewal application. (Expired 12-31-09) Special Letter First non-appearance by the applicant. Hold to the call of the chair, by Ald. Coggs. Prevailed. 5-0
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Minutes note: LANDRE, Lacy J., Class “D” Bartender renewal application. (Expired 12-31-09) Special Letter First non-appearance by the applicant. Hold to the call of the chair, by Ald. Zielinski. Prevailed 5-0.
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Minutes note: VANCE, Ashley F., Class “D” Bartender application. Special Letter Deny, based on non-appearance, by Ald. Kovac. Prevailed. 5-0
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Minutes note: 06 FREEMAN III, Cleveland, Class “B” Tavern and Record Spin renewal applications for “Arc’s Place” at 2474 W. Hopkins Street. (Expires 6-28-10) Special Letter First non-appearance by the applicant. Hold to the call of the chair, by Ald. Coggs. Prevailed. 5-0
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Minutes note: 06 ALIOTA, JR., Thomas J., Agent for “Frances of Milwaukee, Inc.”, Class “B” Tavern renewal application for “T J Aliota’s” at 261 E. Hampton Avenue. (Expires 6-30-10) Special Letter First non-appearance by the applicant. Hold to the call of the chair, by Ald. Coggs. Prevailed. 5-0
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Minutes note: 06 MARTIN, Tiny M., Class “B” Tavern and Record Spin renewal applications for “Tiny’s Lounge” at 2436 N. Martin L. King Jr. Drive. (Expires 6-30-10) Special Letter Carolyn Phoenix - King Drive Business Improvement District - opposed as Ms. Martin has not met with them despite mailing her 3 certified letters and 3 first-class letters and neighbors have complained about some issues with her operation. Grant, with a warning letter, by Ald. Coggs. Prevailed. 5-0
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Minutes note: 06 ALLEN, Suzette R., Class “B” Tavern and Tavern Dance renewal applications for “Just Jazz & Blues Lounge” at 634 W. North Avenue. (Expires 7-5-10) Special Letter Harris Chambliss - 2939 N. 9th St. - husband of the applicant. The bar has taken steps to provide more security at the door and has hired more bartenders as well. Grant, with a warning letter, by Ald. Coggs. Prevailed. 5-0
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Minutes note: 02 MSEITIF, Nail F., Agent for “Nail & Ashraf, LLC”, Class “A” Liquor & Malt renewal application for “Spirits Liquor” at 5665 N. 76th Street. (Expires 6-28-10) Special Letter Atty. David Bangert present for the applicant. Ashraf Wardn present - son-in-law of the applicant and also 50% shareholder in the business. Sherman Morton, A.D. 2 aide, present at the table - the Grantosa Heights Neighborhood Block Watch is very organized and very diligent in improving their neighborhood. Ald. Davis supports the Block Watch and leaves the decision to the committee. The applicant had a police report noting that he was selling scales, pipes and wool pads. These items have been removed - he was unaware that these items were used for drug-related activities as they're legal products. Objectors: Michelle Jackson - 5865 N 65th St. - co-captain of the Grantosa Heights Neighborhood Block Watch Make letter from the Grantosa Heights Neighborhood Block Watch part of the record, by Ald. Zielinski. Prevailed. 5-0 (Exhibit 1) Charlene Taylor-Smith -- 5824 N. 78th St. - Grantosa Heights Neighborhood Block Watch The applicant has spoken with the alderman and instituted his suggestions, as evidenced by his getting a camera. He is also working on the other issues mentioned by the Block Watch and told the committee what he and his staff are doing to address the Block Watch's concerns. Grant, with a 10-day suspension based on the police report and neighborhood testimony, by Ald. Hamilton. 5-0
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Minutes note: 04 SCHIEK, Gerald J., Agent for “Chili Lili’s, LLC”, Class “B” Tavern application for “Chili Lili’s” at 525 E. Menomonee Street. New Location Special Letter Applicant at the table, 4050 S. Wilshire Dr. Ald. Coggs moves to make the entire police report part of the record. Prevailed 4-0. (Ald. Zielinski excused) Ald. Bauman has no objections. Grant by Ald. Hamilton despite items contained in the notice. Prevailed 4-0. (Ald. Zielinski excused)
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Minutes note: 04 BELL, Robert W., Agent for “Hawk’s on the River, Inc.”, Class “B” Tavern and Tavern Dance applications for “John’s Hawk’s Pub” at 100 E. Wisconsin Avenue. Special Letter Applicant at the table, 867 W. Jonathan Lane, Bayside with Atty. Mark Tischberg at the table as counsel. Ald. Robert Bauman, 4th District, also at the table. Ald. Bauman has no objections. Grant by Ald. Kovac despite the items contained in the notice. Prevailed 5-0.
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Minutes note: 04 PICCIURRO, John J., Agent for “Pitch’s Club 113, Inc.”, Class “B” Tavern application for “Pitch’s Express” at 1750 N. Lincoln Memorial Drive. New Location Applicant at the table, 457 N.113 St. Ald. Robert Bauman, 4th Aldermanic District, also at the table. Ald. Bauman has no objections. Grant by Ald. Hamilton. Prevailed 5-0.
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Minutes note: 04 YAFAI, Ahmed K., Agent for “Grand Convenient, LLC”, Class “A” Malt application for “Grand Convenient Store” at 724 N. Old World Third Street. New Location Applicant at the table, 8584 S. Braeburn Dr., Oak Creek. Ald. Robert Bauman, 4th Aldermanic District, also at the table. Ald. Bauman has no objections. Grant by Ald. Zielinski. Prevailed 5-0.
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Minutes note: 04 SOTILE, Michael T., Agent for “Lemon Lounge, LLC”, Class “A” Liquor & Malt application for “Chalet Market & Café” at 823 N. 2nd Street. Special Letter Applicant at the table, 1940 N. Propect Ave. #20. Ald. Robert Bauman, 4th Aldermanic District, also at the table. Mr. Sotile says that he has started a payment plan for the unpaid citations. Sgt. MacGillis confirms this. Grant by Ald. Kovac. Prevailed 5-0.
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Minutes note: 08 FIGUEROA, Zeferino, Agent for “El Canaveral, LLC”, Class “B” Tavern application for “El Canaveral” at 2501 W. Greenfield Avenue. Special Letter Applicant at the table, 2501 W. Greenfield Ave., with Atty. Kevin Roach at the table as counsel. Ald. Robert Donovan, 8th District, also at the table. Ald. Donovan requests that the applicant respect the historic nature of the building. He has no objections. Grant by Ald. Zielinski. Prevailed 3-0. (Ald. Hamilton and Ald. Coggs excused)
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Minutes note: 10 GROHOLSKI, Daniel D., Agent for “Ricochet On, Inc.”, Class “B” Tavern renewal application for “Ricochet On In” at 7009 W. Capitol Drive. (Expires 6-30-10) Special Letter Applicant at the table, 3418 N. Bremen St. Ald. Michael Murphy, 10th District, and Janice Groholski, wife of the applicant, also at the table. No neighborhood objectors present. Ald. Murphy says that he still receives complaints from a resident about disturbances at the bar and asks that the applicant reach out the neighbor that is being disturbed by loud noise and loud music. Grant by Ald. Kovac with a warning letter based on a police report and aldermanic testimony. Prevailed 3-0. (Ald. Coggs and Ald. Hamilton excused)
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Minutes note: 13 KLOSKE, Bernadette C., Agent for “Knight in Shining Armor, LLC”, Class “B” Tavern application for “The Stone Sword” at 789 W. Layton Avenue. Special Letter Applicant at the table, W3141 Bretsch Lane, Elkhorn. Catherine Cooper, Legislative Aide to Ald. Terry Witkowski, also at the table. No neighborhood objectors present when called. Ms. Cooper says that the alderman has no objections. Grant by Ald. Kovac. Prevailed 5-0.
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Minutes note: 14 KARDARIS, John J., Agent for “Midwest Diner South, Inc.”, Request for permanent extension of the premise “Midwest Diner” at 2321 S. Kinnickinnic Avenue to extend their premises to include a sidewalk café. Special Letter Applicant at the table, W131 S6925 Camilla Ct., Muskego. No neighborhood objectors present when called. Grant by Zielinski despite the items contained in the notice. Prevailed 5-0.
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Minutes note: 14 KARDARIS, John J., Agent for “Bay View Sports Bar, Inc.”, Request for permanent extension of the premise “Bay View Sports Bar” at 2327 S. Kinnickinnic Avenue to extend their premise to include a sidewalk café. Special Letter Applicant at the table, W131 S6925 Camilla Ct., Muskego. No neighborhood objectors present when called. Grant by Zielinski despite the items contained in the notice. Prevailed 5-0.
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Minutes note: 14 BRUSKI, Tanya L., Agent for “Logan & Potter, Inc.”, Request for permanent extension of the premise “Burnhearts” at 2599 S. Logan Avenue to extend their premise to include a patio. Special Letter Applicant at the table, William Seidel, 611 E. Otjen St., also at the table. No neighborhood objectors present when called. Grant by Ald. Zielinski. Prevailed 5-0.
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Minutes note: 14 SPERA, Peter J., Agent for “Spera, Inc.”, Class “B” Tavern and Record Spin applications for “The Gym” at 3173 S. 13th Street. Special Letter Applicant at the table, 1108 N. Milwaukee St., Unit 220. The License Division says that a permanent extension application was filed on May 28, 2010. Due to the late date, the item was not noticed to the applicant. Ald. Zielinski moves to accept the proposed amendment to the plan of operation to include an extension of premise. Prevailed 5-0. Ald. Zielinski moves to delete record spin application and to add a phonograph and jukebox license to the application. Prevailed 4-0. (Ald. Kovac excused) No neighborhood objectors present when called. Grant by Ald. Zielinski despite items in the notice. Prevailed 4-0. (Ald. Kovac excused)
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Minutes note: 14 ARIAS, David A., Class “B” Tavern renewal application with change of hours for “El Salvador Restaurant” at 2316 S. 6th Street. (Expires 6-19-10) Special Letter Applicant not appearing. Ald. Zielinski moves to hold to the call of the chair. Prevailed 4-0. (Ald. Kovac excused)
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Minutes note: PRESTON, Steven R., Class “D” Bartender renewal application. (Expired 12-31-09) Special Letter First non-appearance by the applicant. Hold to the call of the chair, by Ald. Hamilton. Prevailed 5-0.
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Minutes note: 04 ZIERATH, Mark A., Agent for “Bootleggers of Milwaukee, LLC”, Request for permanent extension of the premise “Bootleggers of Milwaukee” at 1023-27 N. Old World Third Street to extend their premises to include a roof-top deck. Special Letter Applicant at the table, 723 S. 92nd St., West Allis. Ald. Robert Bauman, 4th Aldermanic District, also at the table. Michael Hoffenberg, 1022 E. Howard Ave., manager of the establishment. Ryan Wentz, regional vice-preseident of the parent company, 2201 Parkview Lane, Woodberry, MN. The extension of premise for the roof-top deck was removed from the current license at a previous license committee meeting. Ald. Bauman says that the roof-top bar issue should be revisited when the license is renewed and after the roof-top deck has been open for a longer period of time. Asst. City Atty. Schrimpf says that the applicant can reapply for the roof-top deck because the plan of operation was amended. If the extension of premise for the roof-top deck was denied, the applicant could not apply for the extension of premise for an entire year. Neighborhood objectors and a supporter were present. The applicant requests withdrawal of the application. Ald. Zielinski moves to accept the withdrawal of the application. Prevailed 5-0.
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Minutes note: 07 CASH, Gary L., Agent for “Brooklyn’s Restaurant & Lounge, LLC”, Tavern Dance application for “Brooklyn’s Restaurant & Lounge” at 4610 W. Fond du Lac Avenue. Applicant at the table, 2235 W. Cherry St. Atty. D. Michael Guerin at the table as counsel. Supporters: Byron Henderson, 3246 N. 9th St., security guard for the business. Ald. Hamilton moves to make a packet submitted by Atty. Guerin part of the record. Prevailed 3-0. (Ald. Coggs and Ald. Kovac excused) Grant by Ald. Hamilton despite items contained in the notice. Prevailed 4-0. (Ald. Coggs excused)
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Minutes note: 11 ANDERSON, Robert L., Agent for “A & A Transmission, Inc.”, Secondhand Motor Vehicle Dealer application for “A & A Transmission & Auto Sales” at 6720 W. Forest Home Avenue. New Location Special Letter Applicant at the table, 6720 W. Forest Home Ave. Ald. Joseph Dudzik, 11th District, also at the table. No neighborhood objectors present when called. Grant by Ald. Zielinski despite items contained in the notice. Prevailed 3-0. (Ald. Coggs and Ald. Hamilton excused)
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Minutes note: 11 GERNDT, Therese A., Agent for “Walgreens Co.”, Class “A” Liquor & Malt application for “Walgreens #06020” at 6030 W. Oklahoma Avenue. New Location Special Letter Applicant at the table, 6030 W. Oklahoma Ave. with Atty. John Daniels at the table as counsel. Ald. Joseph Dudzik, 11th District, also at the table. Donovan Pepper,104 Wilmont Rd., Deerfield, IL. Head of Government Relations for Walgreens Co. Mr. Pepper says that no single-serve liquor products will be sold in the stores. No neighborhood objectors present when called. Rob Wucki, 2275A N. Mayfair Rd., District Manager for Walgreens Co. Mr. Wooke says that the company will not allow employees under 21 years of age to sell alcohol although they are legally allowed. Ald. Dudzik says that two-thirds of the attendees at a neighborhood meeting was in favor of the license at the location. He says that he has no basis for an objection as a representative of the neighborhood, but that he does object based on the number of liquor establishments already in the city. Mr. Pepper says that the company may request, after four years, to sell liquor. Erin Neff, 104 Wilmont Ave., Deerfield, IL, Regulatory Attorney for Walgreens Co. She says that there would be another meeting with the aldeman and the community in four years if the company decided to attempt to get a license to expand the sales of intoxicating liquor beyond wine and beer. Ald. Kovac moves to make a June 1st, 2010 letter signed by Dave Gloudemans, Market Vice President, part of the record. Prevailed 4-0. (Ald. Coggs excused) Ald. Kovac moves to accept the June 1st, 2010 letter from the Walgreens Co. as an amendment to the plan of operation to restrict sales to malt products and wine only. Prevailed 5-0. Hold to the call of the chair by Ald. Zielinski to get a legal opinion pertaining to the amendment and to whether the letter from Walgreens is binding to the plan of operation. Prevailed 5-0.
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Minutes note: 13 VAN WINKLE, Joel E., Agent for “Walgreens Co.”, Class “A” Liquor & Malt application for “Walgreens #02911” at 6292 S. 27th Street. New Location Special Letter Applicant at the table with Atty. John Daniels at the table as counsel. Catherine Cooper, Legislative Aide to Ald. Terry Witkowski, also at the table. Donovan Pepper,104 Wilmont Rd., Deerfield, IL. Head of Government Relations for Walgreens Co.; Rob Wucki, 2275A N. Mayfair Rd., District Manager for Walgreens Co.; and Erin Neff, 104 Wilmont Ave., Deerfield, IL, Regulatory Attorney for Walgreens Co., also at the table. Ald. Hamilton moves to make the previously-submitted letter part of the official record. Prevailed 4-0. (Ald. Kovac excused) The motion was amended to make a new letter for the location part of the record. Ald. Hamilton moves to accept a June 1st, 2010 letter for the location from Dave Gloudemans, Market Vice President for Walgreens, as an amendment to the plan of operation. Prevailed 4-0. (Ald. Kovac excused) Ms. Cooper says the alderman has no objections to the matter being held. Ald. Bohl requests that a copy of the city attorney's opinion be sent to Atty. Daniels. Hold to the call of the chair by Ald. Coggs. Prevailed 5-0.
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Minutes note: 13 REWOLINSKI, Joel A., Agent for “Crocus Polish Restaurant, LLC”, Class “B” Tavern application for “Crocus Polish Restaurant” at 3577 S. 13th Street. Applicant at the table. Catherine Cooper, Legislative Aide to Ald. Terry Witkowski, also at the table. Ms. Cooper says that the alderman has no objections. Ald. Kovac moves to make the change in hours on the plan of operation part of the record. Prevailed 5-0. Grant by Ald. Coggs. Prevailed 5-0.
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Minutes note: 15 COWSER, Jason B., Class “B” Tavern and Tavern Dance applications with age distinction of 30 years of age and older for “Swag Lounge” at 2001 N. 30th Street. Special Letter Alex Runner, A.D. 15 aide at the table - the applicant is not connected in any way with the previous owner. The applicant does plan on meeting with the neighbors, so Mr. Runner asks that this matter be held. Officer Steven Witkowski at the table. No one present in opposition. Hold to the call of the chair, by Ald. Kovac. Prevailed. 3-0 (Ald. Bohl and Ald. Zielinski excused)
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Minutes note: MOORE, John R., Class “B” Manager renewal application. (Expires 6-30-10) Special Letter First non-appearance by the applicant. Hold to the call of the chair, by Ald. Coggs. Prevailed. 5-0
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Minutes note: RAMOS, Dominga R., Class “B” Manager renewal application. (Expires 6-30-10) Special Letter First non-appearance by the applicant. Hold to the call of the chair, by Ald. Zielinski. Prevailed. 5-0
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Minutes note: WINDOM, Jessie L., Class “B” Manager application. Special Letter Grant, by Ald. Hamilton. Prevailed. 5-0
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Minutes note: 02 OPPONG-KISSI, Roberta D., Class “B” Tavern renewal application for “Grill 76 Restaurant & Bar” at 5950 N. 76th Street. (Expires 6-28-10) Special Letter Sherman Morton, A.D. 2 aide at the table - the alderman supports renewal. Present, but not opposed: Michelle Jackson - 5861 N 65th St. - co-captain of the Grantosa Heights Neighborhood Block Watch Charlene Taylor-Smith -- 5824 N. 78th St. - Grantosa Heights Neighborhood Block Watch Make the letter from the Grantosa Heights Neighborhood Block Watch part of the record, by Ald. Coggs. Prevailed. 5-0 Grant, with a warning letter, by Ald. Hamilton. Prevailed. 4-0 (Ald. Coggs excused) RECESS: 4:08 P.M. RECONVENE: 4:25 P.M.
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Minutes note: 02 SINGH, Satwinder, Agent for “R & G Liquor, Inc.”, Class “A” Liquor & Malt application for “R & G Liquor” at 7900 W. Silver Spring Drive. Special Letter Sherman Morton, A.D. 2 aide at the table - the neighbors did meet the applicant and once they saw the current properties that he owns, they weren't supportive. The alderman does not support the applicant based upon the condition of his other properties. Objectors: Michelle Jackson - 5861 N 65th St. - co-captain of the Grantosa Heights Neighborhood Block Watch Charlene Taylor-Smith -- 5824 N. 78th St. - Grantosa Heights Neighborhood Block Watch Make letter from Grantosa Heights Neighborhood Block Watch dated 6/1/10 part of the record, by Ald. Zielinski. Prevailed. 5-0 (Exhibit 1) Forni Jaswalt - current operator; he has no relationship with the applicant. The applicant says he has no relationship with the current owners. He now knows them, but did not know them prior to his interest in running the establishment. Deny, based on neighborhood objections, by Ald. Zielinski. Prevailed. 5-0
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Minutes note: 03 FLOYD, Kimberly, Agent for “3B Celebrations, LLC”, Class “B” Tavern and Tavern Dance applications for “The Hamilton” at 823 E. Hamilton Street. New Location Special Letter Applicant owns a number of other lounge and banquet space operations. She plans on having an upscale lounge with banquet operations for wedding parties if approved at this location. Neighborhood objectors: Frank Vento - 821 E. Pearson St. John Tranetzki - 822 E. Hamilton Mary J. Foti - 821 E. Pearson St. Make letter from Ms. Foti dated 6/1/10 part of the record, by Ald. Kovac. Prevailed. 4-0 (Exhibit 1) John Bumpker - 822 E. Pearson St. Dan Delgillo - 822 E. Pearson St. Make 5 pictures providd by Mr. Delgillo part of the record, by Ald. Kovac. Prevailed. 4-0 (Exhibit 2) Domenic Foti - owns 824 E. Pearson St. Make letter from Domenic and Nancy Foti part of the record, by Ald. Kovac. Prevailed. 4-0 (Exhibit 3) Mark Szymasek - 818 E. Pearson St. Jenny Weber - 822 E. Pearson Supporter: Daniel Walsh - Shorewood - representative for the owner's group The applicant says that the operation will be very controlled and upscale patrons that won't be disruptive to the neighborhood. She doesn't envision that there will be noise problems for the neighborhood residents. Hold to the call of the chair so the applicant can provide renderings to the neighbors and possibly get support of the adjacent neighbors, by Ald. Kovac. Prevailed. 4-0
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Minutes note: 03 CATALDO, Patricia A., Agent for “Joey C’s, Inc.”, Class “B” Tavern and Record Spin renewal applications with change of shareholder for “Jo-Cat’s Pub” at 1311 E. Brady Street. (Expires 6-30-10) Special Letter Atty. Jonathan Smith Also present - Gino Cataldo - son of the applicant and also on the license. No neighbors present. Grant, by Ald. Kovac. Prevailed. 4-0
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Minutes note: 03 JONES, Victor R., Agent for “Victor’s on Van Buren, Inc.”, Class “B” Tavern and Tavern Amusement (Cabaret/Nightclub) renewal applications for “Victor’s” at 1230 N. Van Buren Street. (Expires 6-30-10) Special Letter Grant, by Ald. Kovac. Prevailed. 3-0 (Ald. Coggs excused)
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Minutes note: 03 FISCHER, Daniel R., Agent for “Metro Enterprises, Inc.”, Class “B” Tavern, Instrumental Music and Record Spin renewal applications and NEW Tavern Dance application for “Quarters” at 900 E. Center Street. (Expires 6-30-10) Special Letter Atty. Andrew Arena present for the licensee. Applicant, via his attorney, withdraws his Tavern Dance application. Accept withdrawal of the Tavern Dance application, by Ald. Kovac. Prevailed. 4-0 Cherissa Fischer - daughter of the licensee also present - 902 E. Center St. After the shooting, the business voluntarily closed for 42 days and seriously reviewed its music and security, as well as reaching out to neighbors. Make business plan submitted by Atty. Arena part of the record, by Ald. Kovac. Prevailed. 4-0 (Exhibit 1) Make photos of signage at the establishment part of the record, by Ald. Kovac. Prevailed. 4-0 (Exhibit 2) Objectors: Vince Bushell - 2838 N. Bremen St. Janice Christensen - 829 E. Clarke St. Chris Johns - 2807 S. Delaware Supporters: Carl Robertson - 2101 N. 15th St. - security at the establishment Nicolee Wiusjahn - 2734 N. Fratney Nirmal Fernando - DJ at the establishment - 730 N. 27th St. Larry Spike Vandy - 2975 N. Fratney - Central Riverwest Neighborhood Block Watch Grant, with a 30-day suspension based on the police report and neighborhood testimony, by Ald. Kovac. Prevailed. 4-0
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Minutes note: 12 RODRIGUEZ, Susana, Agent for “Paesano’s Pizza, LLC”, Class “C” Wine and Class “B” Beer applications for “Paesano’s Pizza” at 551 W. Historic Mitchell Street. New Location Ald. Witkowiak at the table - Chris Cobian - son of the applicant, manager at the establishment and translator for his mother. Make letter of support from Business Improvement District Board #4 part of the record, by Ald. Coggs. Prevailed. 3-0 (Ald. Kovac excused) Ald. Witkowiak owns the building and is the landlord. Grant, by Ald. Zielinski. Prevailed. 4-0
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Minutes note: 12 SAENG, Siam, Agent for “Screaming Tuna Restaurant, LLC”, Class “B” Tavern application for “Screaming Tuna” at 106 W. Seeboth Street #102. New Location Ald. Witkowiak at the table - he supports this application and thinks it will be a sucess in the neighborhood. Grant, by Ald. Coggs. Prevailed 4-0.
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Minutes note: 12 ALVAREZ, Leonel M., Agent for “Alvarez Corporation”, Class “A” Liquor & Malt renewal application with change of plan of operation for “El Campesino Carniceria” at 635 W. Greenfield Avenue. (Expires 6-30-10) Special Letter Ald. Witkowiak at the table - the applicant's other properties are in good shape and he supports this application. Atty. Ronnie Vargas Grant, with a warning letter, by Ald. Kovac. Prevailed. 4-0
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Minutes note: 12 PLISS, Sean A., Agent for “20 Below, LLC”, Public Dance Hall renewal application with change of agent for “Sugar” at 126 E. Mineral Street. (Expires 6-30-10) Special Letter Ald. Witkowiak at the table - he is not changing his stance; he still does not support the renewal application. Attys. David Halbrooks and Matt Lerner present for the licensee. Ald. Zielinski recuses himself from the vote. Objector: Julie Kaufmann - 602 S. 3rd St. Make e-mail provided by Ms. Kaufmann part of the record, by Ald. Coggs. Prevailed. 3-0 (Exhibit 1) Make pages from Facebook chatter part of the record, by Ald. Kovac. Prevailed. 3-0 (Exhibit 2) Make e-mail from Mike McGuire (Ald. Witkowiak's aide) to Ald. Bohl dated 4/16/10 part of the record, by Ald. Kovac. Prevailed. 3-0 (Exhibit 3) Make 2 e-mails from Mike McGuire dated 5/20/10 and 5/13/10 part of the record, by Ald. Kovac. Prevailed. 3-0 (Exhibit 4) Make copy of citations issued to Sugar part of the record, by Ald. Kovac. Prevailed. 3-0 (Exhibit 5) Grant, with a 45-day suspension based on neighborhood testimony and aldermanic testimony, by Ald. Kovac. Failed. 1-2 (Ald. Coggs and Ald. Bohl voting "no") Grant, with a 30-day suspension based on neighborhood testimony and aldermanic testimony, by Ald. Kovac. Prevailed. 2-1 (Ald. Coggs voting "no")
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Minutes note: 12 ASAD, Samer L., Agent for “Lounging Around, Inc.”, Tavern Amusement (Cabaret/Nightclub) renewal application for “Envy Lounge and Nightclub” at 715-17 S. 5th Street. Special Letter Ald. Witkowiak at the table - he's talked to residents who say the establishment has become more peaceful since Council action, but someone also said that dancing was taking place. This neighborhood really turned around in 20 years after a lot of hard work by residents. This establishment is harming the neighborhood. Attys. Frankly Gimbel and D. Michael Guerin present for the licensee. The Circuit Court remanded this matter to committee for further proceedings. The attorneys for the licensee thought that the judge's decision prohibits taking additional testimony in this case, while the Assistant City Attorney did not think that was the case. Objectors: Julie Kaufmann - 602 S. 3rd St. Jim Schroeder - Manager at 703 S. 5th St. Mr. Zarate - 612 S. 5th St. - recorded 4 individuals urinating on Mr. Schroeder's building using a camera affixed to his building. Provided the DVD, but unable to play it on a DVD player or in a computer. Supporters present, but Atty. Gimbel decided their testimony was not needed. Deny, based on the police report and the testimony provided at the last hearing, by Ald. Bohl. Prevailed. 3-1 (Ald. Coggs voting "no")
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091651

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Original

 

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Sponsor

The Chair

 

Title

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

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The Common Council of the City of Milwaukee hereby accepts the recommendations of the Licenses Committee as contained in the listings attached to this file.

 

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