City of Milwaukee - File #: 101007

• File #: 101007
• Version: 0
• Type: Motion
• Status: Passed
• File created: 11/23/2010
• In control: LICENSES COMMITTEE
• Final action: 3/23/2011
• Title: Motion relating to the recommendations of the Licenses Committee relative to licenses.
• Sponsors: THE CHAIR
• Indexes: LICENSE REVOCATION, LICENSES

Date	Ver.	Action By	Action	Result	Tally
3/23/2011	0	COMMON COUNCIL	AMENDED; Minutes note: The court reporter was sworn in. 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 these matters? All members present indicated they had done so. 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 David Halbrooks Robert F. Cesarz was present by counsel Andrew Arenas. Ald. Bohl moved that the Common Council resolve itself into a Committee of the Whole to hear oral argument on behalf of the licensee in opposition to the Report and Recommendations and a statement presented by the City Attorney. There was no objection. Attorney David Halbrooks appeared and addressed the Common Council. Asst. City Attorney Adam Stephens appeared and addressed the Common Council. Attorney Andrew Arenas appeared and addressed the Common Council. Asst. City Attorney Adam Stephens appeared and addressed the Common Council. Ald. Bohl moved that the Committee of the Whole rise. There was no objection. Ald. Witkowiak moved for non-renewal of Club Envy, notwthstanding the recommendation of the Committee.	Pass	10:5
3/23/2011	0	COMMON COUNCIL	APPROVED; Minutes note: Ald. Coggs asked to be recorded in opposition to the Committee's recommendation with respect to Club Bari.	Pass	15:0
3/23/2011	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	RECONSIDERED	Pass	5:0
3/23/2011	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	RECOMMENDED FOR APPROVAL	Pass	5:0
3/7/2011	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 03 STRYCKER, Ryan W., Class B Tavern and Instrumental Music License Applications for "The Irish Knot" at 2479 N FRATNEY St. Ryan W. Strycker, applicant 2417 N. Cramer St., Milwaukee, WI 53211 Individual(s) present in opposition: Hillery C. Dennis, previous licensee and partner with the applicant at this location, 2430 N. Booth St., Milwaukee, WI 53212. She opposed with claims of the applicant having negative business practices, which include: illegal purchases of alcohol, underage patrons, and unlicensed bartenders. Ald. Zielinski moved to make letter submitted by Hillery C. Dennis (page 428-434 of the EBook) as part of the record. There were no objections. Ald. Coggs moved to make copies of a surrender license application and credit card statements as part of the record. There were no objections. Ald. Kovac moved approval. (Prevailed 3-2)	Pass	3:2
3/7/2011	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 14 PASCHAL, Mark R, Agent for "BAY STREET PUB, LLC", Class B Tavern and Videogame Center License Renewal Applications as agent for "BAY STREET PUB" at 338 E BAY St. (expires 4/14/2011) Mark R. Paschal, agent 340 E. Bay St., Milwaukee, WI 53207 Ald. Zielinski was in support. No neighborhood testimony. Ald. Zielinski moved approval with a warning letter based upon items #2 & 3 in the police report. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
3/7/2011	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 14 NIELSEN, Mark V, Agent for "MARCAT LLC", Class B Tavern License Application as agent for "HUE RESTAURANT" at 2691 S KINNICKINNIC Av. Mark V. Nielsen, agent 2448 S. Burrell St., Milwaukee, WI 53207 Ald. Zielinski was in support. No neighborhood testimony. Ald. Zielinski moved approval. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
3/7/2011	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 14 SENDEJO, Carmen M., Class B Tavern and Record Spin License Renewal Applications for "JOHNNY'S CLUB CARNIVAL" at 2394 S KINNICKINNIC Av. (expires 4/12/2011) Carmen M. Sendejo, applicant 2394 S. Kinnickinnic Ave., Milwaukee, WI 53207 Also present with applicant was Alberto Sendejo, son of applicant 503 E. Lincoln Ave., Milwaukee, WI 53207 No neighborhood testimony. Ald. Zielinski was in support absent neighborhood objections. Ald. Zielinski moved approval. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
3/7/2011	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 14 BROWN, Wes A, Agent for "Aldi, Inc (Wisconsin)", Class A Malt & Class A Liquor License Application as agent for "Aldi #88" at 2705 S 13th St. Wes A. Brown, agent 10811 S. Sheppard Ave., Oak Creek, WI 53154 Also present with applicant is Emily Webber, Aldi District Manager 100 N. Broadway, Milwaukee, WI 53202 Individual(s) present in opposition: Robert Montemayor, 5770 Stephanie Ln, Caledonia, WI 53108, opposed due to the overconcentration of alcohol beverage outlets in the area. Ald. Zielinski moved to make the concentration map (page 501 of the EBook) as part of the record. There were no objections. Ald. Zielinski moved denial based on overconcentration of alcohol beverage outlets in the area. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
3/7/2011	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: AGENDA ONLY 03 LEVIN, Eric A, Agent for "CINEMA BEVERAGES HOLDING COMPANY, LLC", Class B Tavern, Tavern Amusement Center for Visual and Performing Arts Renewal Applications as agent for "THE ORIENTAL" at 2230 N FARWELL Av. (expires 4/13/2011) Granted by Ald. Coggs (Prevailed 5-0) 04 CHRIST-ROMAN, Anne V, Agent for "MILWAUKEE AREA TECHNICAL COLLEGE", Class B Tavern License Renewal Application as agent for "MILWAUKEE AREA TECHNICAL COLLEGE" at 700 W STATE St. (expires 4/16/2011) Granted by Ald. Coggs (Prevailed 5-0) 04 WATTS, Martha C, Agent for "GEORGE WATTS & SON, INC", Class C Wine Retailer's License Renewal Application with change of officer as agent for "GEORGE WATTS & SON, INC" at 761 N JEFFERSON St. Granted by Ald. Coggs (Prevailed 5-0) 08 PETTIBONE, Laurette M, Agent for "FOREST COUNTY POTAWATOMI COMMUNITY", Class B Tavern and Tavern Amusement Transfer Applications - Change of Agent, Officer as agent for "POTAWATOMI BINGO CASINO" at 1721 W CANAL St. Granted by Ald. Coggs (Prevailed 5-0) 08 VUE, Chuedang, Agent for "HUATCHU, INC", Class B Tavern and Tavern Dance License Renewal Applications as agent for "RICE PALACE ASIAN CUISINE/BANQUET" at 3730 W NATIONAL Av. (expires 4/12/2011) Granted by Ald. Coggs (Prevailed 5-0) 12 MILLER, Thomas A, Agent for "CONEJITO'S PLACE, INC", Class B Tavern License Transfer - Change of Agent, as agent for "CONEJITO'S PLACE" at 539 W VIRGINIA St. Granted by Ald. Coggs (Prevailed 5-0) Warning Letter 03 TUZHILKOV, Slava, Agent for "LANDMARK BARS, INC", Class B Tavern, Tavern Dance, Billiard Hall and Videogame Center Renewal Applications as agent for "LANDMARK LANES" at 2220 N FARWELL Av. (expires 4/12/2011) Granted by Ald. Kovac (Prevailed 5-0) CASH, Shannon B, Agent for "SC Remodeling, LLC", Home Improvement Contractor's License Application as agent for "SC Remodeling, LLC" at 2235 W CHERRY St. Granted by Ald. Kovac (Prevailed 5-0) SCHILLING, Keith R., Home Improvement Contractor's License Application for "Schilling Concrete" at 4602 W Oklahoma Av. Granted by Ald. Kovac (Prevailed 5-0) STRONG, Dexter M, Agent for "VISION HOME REPAIR AND REMODEL, LLC", Home Improvement Contractor's License Renewal Application as agent for "VISION HOME REPAIR AND REMODEL" at 2741 N 24TH St. (expired 2/28/2011) Granted by Ald. Kovac (Prevailed 5-0) WILLIAMS, Jervel M, Class B Manager's License Application. Granted by Ald. Kovac (Prevailed 5-0) BROEHM-JACOBSON, Ms. Ashlee, Class D Operator's License Application. Granted by Ald. Kovac (Prevailed 5-0) BROHMER, Tamara M, Class D Operator's License Application. Granted by Ald. Kovac (Prevailed 5-0) CASSADAY, Meghan K, Class D Operator's License Application. Granted by Ald. Kovac (Prevailed 5-0) CATALANO, Ms. Danielle A, Class D Operator's License Application. Granted by Ald. Kovac (Prevailed 5-0) FITZGERALD, Mary K, Class D Operator's License Renewal Application. Granted by Ald. Kovac (Prevailed 5-0) HOLT, Edie L, Class D Operator's License Application. Granted by Ald. Kovac (Prevailed 5-0) HORNING, Ms .Juliana M, Class D Operator's License Application. Granted by Ald. Kovac (Prevailed 5-0) MAIER, Lindsay E, Class D Operator's License Application. Granted by Ald. Kovac (Prevailed 5-0) MCKEE, Royce LL, Class D Operator's License Application. Granted by Ald. Kovac (Prevailed 5-0) MOORE, Joseph, Class D Operator's License Renewal Application. Granted by Ald. Kovac (Prevailed 5-0) QUEEN, Emily E, Class D Operator's License Application. Granted by Ald. Kovac (Prevailed 5-0) RIVERA, Mr. Michael D, Class D Operator's License Application. Granted by Ald. Kovac (Prevailed 5-0) ROEHL, Michelle M, Class D Operator's License Application. Granted by Ald. Kovac (Prevailed 5-0) SACKETT, Mr. Richard R, Class D Operator's License Application. Granted by Ald. Kovac (Prevailed 5-0) TAYLOR, Monique J, Class D Operator's License Application. Granted by Ald. Kovac (Prevailed 5-0) TUCKER-JONES, Ms. Ariel E, Class D Operator's License Application. Granted by Ald. Kovac (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
3/7/2011	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	RECOMMENDED FOR APPROVAL	Pass	5:0
3/7/2011	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 02 JOHNSON, Judy M, Agent for "Aldi, Inc (Wisconsin)", Class A Malt & Class A Liquor License Application as agent for "Aldi #89" at 5235 N 76th St. Judy M. Johnson, agent 6945 N. 80th Ct., Milwaukee, WI 53223 Also present with applicant was Manuela Haas, Aldi District Manager 1009 N. Jackson St., Milwaukee, WI 53202 Individuals present in opposition: Michelle Jackson, member of Grantosa Heights Neighborhood Block Watch, 5865 N. 76th St., Milwaukee, WI 53218 Michael Brauch, Grantosa Heights Neighborhood Block Watch, 5627 N. 79th St., Milwaukee, WI 53218 Charlene Taylor-Smith, co-captain of Grantosa Heights Neighborhood Block Watch, 5824 N. 78th St., Milwaukee, WI 53218 Melvin Parker, Grantosa Heights Neighborhood Block Watch, 5742 N. 77th St., Milwaukee, WI 53218 Asaraf Warda, 5665 N. 76th St., Milwaukee, WI 53218 Iqbal Singh, 5656 N. 76th St., Milwaukee, WI 53218 Cal McIntyre, Capital West Neighborhood Association, 3637 N. 77th St., Milwaukee, WI 53222 Punit Jaiswal, 7900 W. Silver Spring Dr., Milwaukee, WI 53218 Ald. Joe Davis, Sr. was present. He opposed based on the failure of the corporate business to contact his office, neighborhood objections, and the negative impact it would have on young people in the community. Ald. Zielinski moved denial based on neighborhood testimony and overconcentration of alcohol beverage outlets in the area. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
3/7/2011	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 02 WALKER, Kevin L, Agent for "Aldi, Inc (Wisconsin)", Class A Malt & Class A Liquor License Application as agent for "Aldi #76" at 6700 W Capitol DR. Kevin L. Walker, agent 4338 N. 71st St., Milwaukee, WI 53216 Also present with applicant is Emilie Weber, Aldi District Manger 100 N. Broadway, Milwaukee, WI 53202 Individuals present in opposition: Jerry Broitzman, president of Capital West Neighborhood Association, 9517 W. Capitol Dr., Milwaukee, WI 53222 Betty Heiden, 4076 N. 70th St., Milwaukee, WI 53216 Cal McIntyre, Capital West Neighborhood Association, 3637 N. 77th St., Milwaukee, WI 53222 Ald. Davis opposed based on the failure of the corporate business to contact his office, neighborhood objections, and overconcentration of alcohol outlets in the area. Ald. Hamilton moved denial based on neighborhood testimony and overconcentration of alcohol beverage outlets in the area. (Prevailed 4-0)	Pass	4:0
3/7/2011	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 02 WINDOM, Jessie L, Agent for "Cheers Pub & Restaurant, LLC", Class B Tavern License Application and as agent for "Cheers Pub & Restaurant" at 9135 W Silver Spring DR. Applicant was not present. Ald. Davis communicated that the property owner informed his office indicating that the applicant has no current lease and does not occupy the facility currently. Individuals present in opposition: Lonzie Thompson, 5624 N. 94th St., Milwaukee, WI 53225 Charlene Taylor-Smith, co-captain of Grantosa Heights Neighborhood Block Watch, 5824 N. 78th St., Milwaukee, WI 53218 Melvin Parker, Grantosa Heights Neighborhood Block Watch, 5742 N. 77th St., Milwaukee, WI 53218 Michael Brauch, Grantosa Heights Neighborhood Block Watch, 5627 N. 79th St., Milwaukee, WI 53218 Michelle Jackson, member of Grantosa Heights Neighborhood Block Watch, 5865 N. 76th St., Milwaukee, WI 53218 Marvin Harden, president of Bright Heights Neighborhood Association Ald. Zielinski moved denial based on neighborhood testimony and non-appearance. (Prevailed 4-0)	Pass	4:0
3/7/2011	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 08 SCHICANTEK, Suzanne M, Agent for "31st Street Mini-Mart, LLC", Class A Malt & Class A Liquor License Application as agent for "31st Street Mini-Mart" at 1832 S 31st St. Applicant was not present. No neighborhood testimony. Ald. Donovan suggested to hold the application to the call of the Chair. Ald. Coggs moved to hold the application to the call of the Chair. (Prevailed 4-0)	Pass	4:0
3/7/2011	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 13 COLOMBO, Brian D, Agent for "Contingent Work Force Solutions, LLC", Class B Fermented Malt Beverage Retailer's License Application as agent for "Chili's Too" at 5300 S HOWELL Av. Brian D. Colombo, agent 2860 Middle St., Little Canada, MN 55117 No neighborhood testimony. Ald. Hamilton moved approval. (Prevailed 4-0)	Pass	4:0
3/7/2011	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 11 CERDA CHAVEZ, Humberto, Agent for "Las Reinas Supermarket, LLC", Class A Fermented Malt Beverage Retailer's License Application as agent for "Las Reinas Supermarket" at 6015 W Forest Home Av #10-11. Applicant was not present. Individual(s) present in opposition: John Albrecht, 3766 S. 60th St., Milwaukee, WI 53220. He opposed with concerns that students from Hamilton High School may get access to alcohol from the business. Ald. Dudzik was present. He opposed based on neighborhood concerns and the close proximity of high school and day care businesses in the area to the applicant's business. Ald. Hamilton moved denial based on neighborhood objections and non-appearance. (Prevailed 4-0)	Pass	4:0
3/7/2011	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 15 ALLEN, Bradford J., Class B Tavern and Tavern Dance License Renewal Applications for "BIG LARRY'S" at 2378 N 12TH St. (expires 3/22/2011) Bradford J. Allen, applicant 4250 N. 41st St., Milwaukee, WI 53216 Also present with applicant is Larry Allen, father to the applicant. No neighborhood testimony. Keith Stanley, Legislative Assistant to Ald. Willie L. Hines, Jr., was present on behalf of the alderman in support. Ald. Coggs moved approval. (Prevailed 3-0)	Pass	3:0
3/7/2011	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 15 GOODMAN, Bobbie, Food Dealer Application for "TSK Convenience Store" at 4935 W Center St. Bobbie Goodman, applicant 5330 N. 49th St., Milwaukee, WI 53218 Also present with applicant is Kimberly Giles, daughter of applicant. 5330 N. 49th St., Milwaukee, WI 53218 No neighborhood testimony. Leg. Asst. Keith Stanley was present on behalf of Ald. Hines, Jr. with concerns about the high saturation of food establishments in the area. Ald. Hamilton moved approval. (Prevailed 3-0)	Pass	3:0
3/7/2011	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 15 SINGH, Kamal preet, Agent for "KP Liquor Two, Inc.", Class A Malt & Class A Liquor License Application as agent for "ABC Beer & Liquor Depot" at 1819 N 12th St. Kamal Preet Singh, agent, represented by counsel, Attorney Michael Maistelman. 4218 W. Fieldview Ct., Franklin, WI 53132 Also present with applicant was Hubbard Riley, Executive Director of the Walnut Area Improvement Council. The council was in support. Ald. Zielinski moved to make three letters submitted by Hubbard Riley as part of the record. There were no objections. Ald. Coggs moved to amend the opening time of the business in the Plan of Operation application to 9:00 a.m. There were no objections. Individuals present in support: Harold Riley, 4136 N. 31st St., Milwaukee, WI 53216 Robert Kimbrough, 3908 W. Keefe St., Milwaukee, WI 53216 Art Lambert, 2533 W. Monroe St. Milwaukee, WI 53206 Leg. Asst. Keith Stanley, was present on behalf of Ald. Hines, Jr. in support. Ald. Coggs moved approval as amended. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
3/7/2011	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 15 WASHINGTON, Dellon C., Food Dealer Application for "CASH TOBACCO" at 2451 W FOND DU LAC Av. Applicant was not present. No neighborhood testimony. Leg. Asst. Keith Stanley was present on behalf of Ald. Hines, Jr. with concerns and in opposition. Ald. Kovac moved denial based on non-appearance. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
3/7/2011	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 04 REINBOLD, Deborah L, Agent for "Hungry Sailor, Inc", Class B Tavern and Tavern Dance License Applications as agent for "Milwaukee Sail Loft" at 649 E Erie St. Deborah L. Reinbold, agent 1388 Parkview Dr., Hubertus, WI 53033 Also present with applicant was Jeffrey Reinbold, an officer of the business. 2422 E. Bradford St., Milwaukee, WI 53211 Ald. Zielinski moved to amend the Tavern Dance license application to an Instrumental Music license application. There were no objections. Individual(s) present in support: Hiedi Krueger, 130 S. Water St., Apt. 409, Milwaukee, WI 53204. Ald. Robert Bauman was present in support. Ald. Coggs moved approval as amended. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
3/7/2011	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 04 SHAIKH, Omar L, Agent for "SURG Waterfront, LLC", Class B Tavern and Record Spin License Applications as agent for "Ryan Braun's Waterfront" at 102 N WATER St #A. Omar L. Shaikh, agent 723 N. Milwaukee St., Milwaukee, WI 53202 Individual(s) present in opposition: Hiedi Krueger, 130 S. Water St., Apt. 409, Milwaukee, WI 53204 was concerned with noise problems, use of a Record Spin license, and the use of the deck as part of the business. Ald. Robert Bauman was present with no objections. Ald. Hamilton moved approval. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
3/7/2011	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 04 WACKMAN, Thomas L, Agent for "APARTMENT 720, LLC", Class B Tavern and TavernAmusement License Renewal Applications with change of members and shareholders as agent for "APARTMENT 720" at 720 N MILWAUKEE St. (expires 4/8/2011) Thomas L. Wackman, agent 720 N. Milwaukee St., #6, Milwaukee, WI 53202 No neighborhood testimony. Ald. Robert Bauman was present. He suggested approval with a warning letter. Ald. Hamilton moved approval with a warning letter based upon items #11, 12, & 13 in the police report. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
3/7/2011	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 04 CESARZ, Robert F, Agent for "CAESARS WORLD ENTERPRISES LLC", Class B Tavern andTavern Dance License Renewal Applications as agent for "CLUB BARI" at 628 N WATER St. (expires 4/12/2011) Robert F. Cesarz, agent 4958 S. 20th St., Milwaukee, WI 53221 The applicant testified that he did not properly receive notice of the meeting concerning this application. City Attorney Adam Stephens verified with the License Division that proper notice was mailed to the applicant. No neighborhood testimony. Ald. Robert Bauman was present in opposition based on the business deviating from its original plan of operation. Individuals present in opposition: Captain Stephen R. Baystine, MPD District 1. He came to support items on the police report. Officer Robert Ferrell, District 1. He witnessed disorderly behavior of the patrons exiting from the business, which included loudness and fights. Also, he observed deviation of business operations from a sports lounge atmosphere into a club atmosphere. Officer Corg Court testified that there is no security operations from the business to oversee large crowds from the business after closing time. Also, he testified deviation of business operations from a sports lounge atmosphere into a club atmosphere. Sgt. Scott Randow, District 1, witnessed fights that stemmed from the business. Ald. Zielinski moved to make a list of notice mailing addresses (pages #232-237 of the EBook) as part of the record. There were no objections. Ald. Kovac moved to make a business plan letter, signed by the applicant, submitted by Ald. Bauman as part of the record. There were no objections. Ald. Kovac moved nonrenewal based upon items #1 through 6 on the police report, police testimony, and the applicant's noncompliance of its original plan of operation. (Prevailed 4-0)	Pass	4:0
3/7/2011	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 04 FOWLKES, Charles E, Agent for "311, LLC", Class B Tavern and Tavern Amusement License Renewal Applications with change of entertainment as agent for "311 RESTAURANT" at 311 E WISCONSIN Av. (expires 3/24/2011) Charles E. Fowlkes, Agt 311 E. Wisconsin Ave., Milwaukee, WI 53202 Individual(s) present in support: Jennifer Garcia, a representative of the business, 2767 N. 44th St., Milwaukee, WI 53210 Ald. Robert Bauman was present momentarily and offered a recommendation of a warning letter prior to leaving for another event. He was further represented by Tess Reis. Ald. Hamilton moved approval with a warning letter based upon items #6 through 10 on the police report with a contingency that the applicant provide proof of payment of oustanding citations before the end of the day on March 17, 2011 to the License Division or the application will be reverted back to committee. (Prevailed 3-1)	Pass	3:1
3/7/2011	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 12 GOVANI, Hussein P, Agent for "HOMESTYLE RESTAURANT GROUP, LLC", Class B Tavern and Tavern Amusement License Renewal Applications as agent for "CLUB INTERNATIONAL" at 721 S CESAR E CHAVEZ DR. (expires 4/10/2011) Hussein P. Govani, agent, represented by council, Attorney Vincent Bobbit. 4067 N. 67th St., Milwaukee, WI 53216 No neighborhood testimony. Ald. James Witkowiak was present with no objections. Ald. Hamilton moved approval with a warning letter based upon item #40 in the police report. (Prevailed 4-0)	Pass	4:0
3/7/2011	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 12 ASAD, Samer L, Agent for "LOUNGING AROUND, INC", Class B Tavern License Renewal Application and NEW Tavern Amusement License Application as agent for "ENVY LOUNGE AND NIGHTCLUB" at 715-17 S 5TH St. (expires 4/8/2011) Samer L. Asad, agent, represented by councils, Attornies David Halbrook and Matthew Lerner 715 S. 5th St., Milwaukee, WI 53204 Also present were Assistant City Attorney Jeri Ruiz and Captain Galioni, commander of MPD 2nd District. Ald. Kovac moved to make the motion submitted by Atty. Halbrooks as part of the record. There were no objections. The Chair ruled the committee to dismiss items #11, 12, 21, 22, 24, 15 (loitering), and 18 (disorderly conduct) of the police report from consideration. Individuals present in opposition: James Schrader, 703 S. 5th St., Milwaukee, WI 53204 Francisco Camacho, 3721 W. Mt. Vernon St., Milwaukee, WI 53208 Jose Zarate, 625 S. 5th St., Milwaukee, WI 53204 Assistant Attorney Kelly Hedge, DA office, 821 W. State St., 245 W. Lincoln Ave, provided information clarifying matters concerning a supoena to acquire video survelliance and ID scanner from the applicant on an incident under investigation. She is in objection of the license application. Captain Galioni, on behalf of the Milwaukee Police Department, is opposed based on the applicant's failure to cooperate and supply requested information on a timely manner to the MPD on a battery incident that stemmed from the business. Ald. Kovac moved to make the PA-33E report of 2-20-11 submitted by Sgt. Paul MacGillis as part of the record. There were no objections. Ald. Zielinski moved to make a copy of a MPD memorandum submitted by Atty. Halbrooks as part of the record. There were no objections. Ald. James Witkowiak was present in opposition due to incidents contained in the police report. The applicant and his councils presented video survelliance to dispute items written in the police report synopsis as the way they were presented and written. Ald. Zielinski moved to make the videos presented by the applicant and his councils as part of the record. There were no objections. Ald. Zielinski moved nonrenewal of Class B Tavern renewal license application and denial of Tavern Amusement license application based on items on the police report, excluding #11, 12, 21, 22, 24, 15 (loitering), and 18 (disorderly conduct), neighborhood testimony, and police testimony. (Failed 1-3) Ald. Kovac moved approval of the Class B Tavern license renewal application with a 30 day suspension and denial of the Tavern Amusement license application based on items #13, 16, 18 (partial; excluding dismissed charge), 23, & 25 on the police report, neighborhood testimony, Aldermanic testimony, and police testimony. (Prevailed 3-1)	Pass	3:1
3/7/2011	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: DAVIS, Karen, Class D Operator’s License Renewal Application. (expired 12/31/2010) Applicant was not present. Applicant requested that application be held. Ald. Coggs moved to hold the application to the call of the Chair. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
3/7/2011	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: DION, Adam J, Class D Operator's License Renewal Application. (expired 12/31/2010) Applicant was not present. Ald. Hamilton moved to call the application to the call of the Chair. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
3/7/2011	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: FLYNN, Jason P, Class D Operator's License Application. Applicant was not present. Applicant requested that application be held. Ald. Zielinski moved to hold the application to the call of the Chair. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
3/7/2011	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: HUDSON, Sean, Class D Operator's License Application. Sean Hudson, applicant 2414 E. Whittaker Ave., St. Francis, WI 53235 Ald. Kovac moved approval despite items contained on the police report. (Prevailed 3-2)	Pass	3:2
3/7/2011	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: LE FLORE, Trenoil, Class D Operator's License Renewal Application. (expired 12/31/2010) Applicant was not present. Ald. Kovac moved nonrenewal based on a second non-appearance. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
3/7/2011	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: MEDROW, Danielle T, Class D Operator's License Application. Applicant was not present. Ald. Hamilton moved denial based on non-appearance. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
3/7/2011	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: SASSER, Richard L, Class D Operator's License Application. Richard L. Sasser, applicant 6738 W. Lisbon Ave., #1, Milwaukee, WI 53210 Ald. Hamilton moved approval. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
3/7/2011	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: SCHMAL, Corey A, Class D Operator's License Application. Applicant was not present. Ald. Hamilton moved to call the application to the call of the Chair. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
3/7/2011	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: SWIGGUM, Sheila E, Class D Operator's License Application. Sheila E. Swiggum, applicant 2459-B N. Richards St., Milwaukee, WI 53212 Ald. Kovac moved approval. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
3/7/2011	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: WOLF, Aimee B, Class D Operator's License Application. Applicant was not present. Ald. Kovac moved denial based on non-appearance. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
3/7/2011	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: ZAHRTE, Alexandra M, Class D Operator's License Application. Applicant was not present. Ald. Zielinski moved denial based on non-appearance. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
3/7/2011	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: MC ELWEE, II, Gregory G, Direct Seller's License Renewal Application. (expires 3/31/2010) Gregory G. Mc Elwee, II, applicant 4328 N. 61st St., Milwaukee, WI 53216 Ald. Hamilton moved to make letter from Parole Officer (page 342 of the EBook) as part of the record. There were no objections. Ald. Hamilton moved approval with a 15 day suspension based upon items #8 & 9 in the police report. (Prevailed 4-1)	Pass	4:1
3/7/2011	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: BROWN, Brian L., Home Improvement Contractor's License Renewal Application for "BROWN BROTHERS" at 2821 N 4TH St. (expired 2/28/2011) Applicant was not present. Notice of meeting was returned to the License Division. Ald. Coggs moved to hold the application at the call of the Chair. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
3/7/2011	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 01 SHAW, Lawanda R, Agent for "TASNIQUES, INC", Class B Tavern and Tavern Amusement License Renewal Applications with change of entertainment as agent for "TASNIQUES BAR & GRILL" at 4416 N 27TH St. (expires 4/8/2011) Lawanda R. Shaw, agent, represented by council, Attorney Anne Bowie. 3035 N. 61st St., Milwaukee, WI 53210 Also present are Assistant Attorney Jay Unora and Captain Edith Hudson, MPD 5th District. Individuals present in opposition: Detective Charles Mueller reported on the details of a homicide stemming from the business (item #3 on the police report). Officer Dale Letteer, District 5, testified that he responded to the shooting scene (item #2 from the police report). Captain Edith Hudson opposed based on shootings at the business within a 6 week period. She witnessed casings from shots fired at the business regarding the second shooting. She is concerned with the applicant's cooperation, the safety of the patrons and neighborhood, and the business's lack of security measures. Ald. Zielinski moved to make four photos submitted by the applicant as part of the record. There were no objections. Ald. Hamilton moved approval with a warning letter based upon item #2 in the police report and to hold open item #3 on the police report. (Failed 2-3) Ald. Zielinski moved approval with a 20 day suspension based upon item #2 in the police report and the testimony provided by the MPD Captain of District 5 and to hold open item #3 on the police report. (Failed 2-3) Ald. Hamilton moved approval with a 10 day suspension based upon item #2 in the police report, the testimony provided by the Milwaukee Police Department related to item #2 on the police report, and to hold open item #3 on the police report. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	4:1
3/7/2011	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 06 CANADY, James E, Agent for "East Side Liquor, Inc", Class A Malt & Class A Liquor License Application as agent for "East Side Liquor" at 205 E North Av. James E. Canady, agent, represented by council, Attorney Michael Maistelman 4151 N. 96th St., Wauwatosa, WI 53222 Individuals present in opposition: Joe Spear, Jr, 2410 N. Palmer St., Milwaukee, WI 53212, opposed due to littering, loitering, and prostitution that stemmed previous alcohol establishments. Lauren Manske, 2114 N. 1st St., Milwaukee, WI 53212, opposed due to littering and loitering. Barry Spencer, St. Marcus Church, 3198 Menomonee River Pkwy, Wauwatosa, WI 53225 opposed due to the negative impact it may have on the church school. Ald. Coggs moved to hold the application to the call of the Chair. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
3/7/2011	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 03 KEMPKA, Michael D, Agent for "Cripple Creek, LLC", Class B Tavern and Tavern Amusement License Applications as agent for "The Hotel Foster" at 2028 E North Av. Michael D. Kempka, agent 2587 S. Logan Ave., Milwaukee, WI 53207 Also present are additional members of the business: John Rezord, 2130A N. Booth Ave., Milwaukee, WI 53212 Douglas Williams, 2044B N. Buffum St., Milwaukee, WI 53212 Ald. Zielinski moved to make business statement submitted by applicant as part of the record. There were no objections. No neighborhood testimony. Ald. Kovac moved approval. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
11/23/2010	0	COMMON COUNCIL	ASSIGNED TO

Number

101007

Version

Original

Reference

Sponsor

The Chair

Title

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

Body:

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

Drafter

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