City of Milwaukee - File #: 110859

• File #: 110859
• Version: 0
• Type: Motion
• Status: Passed
• File created: 10/11/2011
• In control: LICENSES COMMITTEE
• Final action: 12/20/2011
• Title: Motion relating to the recommendations of the Licenses Committee relative to licenses.
• Sponsors: THE CHAIR
• Indexes: ALCOHOL - REGULATION AND LICENSING, FOOD DEALERS, JUNK DEALERS, LICENSES, SECONDHAND DEALERS, TAVERNS

Date	Ver.	Action By	Action	Result	Tally
12/20/2011	0	COMMON COUNCIL	APPROVED; 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 committee and any objections filed in this matter? All mebmers present indicated they had done so. The question was put: Is the following or his counsel present and, if so, do they wish to address the Common Council? Muwafaq M. Abuawwad was present by counsel. Ald. Bohl moved that the Common Council resolve itself into a Committee of the Whole for the purpose of taking testimony in this matter. There was no objection. Attorney Franklyn Gimbel appeared and addressed the Common Council. Asst. City Attorney Adam Stephens appeared and addressed the Common Council in this matter. Ald. Bohl moved that the Committee of the Whole rise. There was no objection.	Pass	15:0
12/20/2011	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	RECOMMENDED FOR APPROVAL	Pass	5:0
12/5/2011	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 05 KHALIL, Imad S, Agent for "H&I Food, LLC", Food Dealer Retail Application as agent for "H&I Food" at 7800 W APPLETON Av #A. Imad S. Khalil, Agt. 5100 S. 20th St., Milwaukee, WI 53221 Also appearing with the applicant: Renad Jaraba, 5476 S. 26th, Milwaukee, WI 53221 Ald. Kovac joined the committee. Ald. Coggs moved to amend the hours of business in the Plan of Operation to reflect an opening time of 9 a.m. and a closing time of 9 p.m. There were no objections. Ald. Hamilton moved to amend the Plan of Operation to exclude the sale of cigar, cigar wraps, and blunt. There were no objections. No neighborhood testimony. Ald. Hamilton moved approval. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
12/5/2011	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 05 ANDERSON, Thromentta, Agent for "Associated Enterprises Services, LLC", Food Dealer -Restaurant Application as agent for "Pass Da Peas" at 7870 W Appleton Av. Thromentta Anderson, Agt. N75 W7979 #122, Menomonee Falls, WI 53051 No neighborhood testimony. Ald. Zielinski moved approval. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
12/5/2011	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 05 PURVIS, John J, Junk Collector (Truck) License Application for "D&J Scrap Metal" at 3845 N 81st St. John J. Purvis, applicant 3845 N. 81st St., Milwaukee, WI 53222 No neighborhood testimony. Ald. Kovac moved approval. (Prevailed 3-0)	Pass	3:0
12/5/2011	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 15 BANYARD, Robert C, Food Dealer Retail Renewal Application for "North Ave Mid-Block Grocery" at 3913 W North Av. Applicant was not present. Ms. Wagner said that the notice sent to the applicant was not returned from the United States Postal Service. Legislative aide Keith Stanley, on behalf of Ald. Willie Hines, was present. He said that the committee can make a recommendation at its own discretion. Ald. Zielinski moved denial based upon a second nonappearance. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
12/5/2011	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 10 GROHOLSKI, Daniel D, Agent for "RICOCHET ON, INC", Permanent Extension of Premise Application to add a patio on the west side as agent for "RICOCHET ON IN" at 7009 W CAPITOL DR. Daniel D. Groholski, Agt. 3418 N. Bremen St., Milwaukee, WI 53212 No neighborhood testimony. Legislative assistant Jennifer Wright, on behalf of Ald. Michael Murphy, was present to request to hold the application for a neighborhood meeting. Ald. Coggs moved to hold the application at the call of the Chair. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
12/5/2011	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 09 HARRIS, III, Henry, Junk Collector (Truck) License Application for "Henry Harris III" at 7729 W Denver Av. Henry Harris, III, applicant 7729 W. Denver Ave., Milwaukee, WI 53223 No neighborhood testimony. Ald. Robert Puente, Aldermanic District 9, was present with concerns regarding multiple vehicles parked at the applicant's residence. Ald. Zielinski moved to hold the application at the call of the Chair. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
12/5/2011	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 02 LANGHOFF, Christine A, Agent for "Cutt-Loose Auto Works LLC", Secondhand Motor Vehicle Dealer's License Application as agent for "Cutt-Loose Auto Works LLC" at 7219 W Fond Du Lac Av. Christine A. Langhoff, Agt., and Robert Langhoff, partner 7219 W. Fond Du Lac Ave., Milwaukee, WI 53218 No neighborhood testimony. Ald. Joe Davis, Sr., Aldermanic District 2, was present in support. Ald. Coggs moved approval. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
12/5/2011	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 02 OUSLEY-SAYGO, Laquanda S, Agent for "Two Men in the Kitchen, LLC", Extended Hours Establishments Application as agent for "Two Men in the Kitchen" at 6542 W Fond du Lac Av. Laquanda S. Ousley-Saygo, Agt., and Christopher Saygo 4148 N. 74th St., Milwaukee, WI 53216 Ald. Davis was present in opposition based upon neighborhood opposition. Individual appearing in opposition: Catherine Peoples, Lancaster block captain, 6337 W. Starks St., Milwaukee, WI 53218. Ms. Peoples opposed based upon the loitering of gangs in the area. Ald. Zielinski moved denial based upon neighborhood objection to the health, safety, and welfare of the neighborhood. (Prevailed 4-0)	Pass	4:0
12/5/2011	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 02 SIMS, Belinda R, Agent for "SSW Aut Sales LLC", Secondhand Motor Vehicle Dealer's License Application as agent for "SSW Aut Sales LLC" at 6973 W Fond Du Lac Av. Belinda R. Sims, Agt., and Jimmy Sims 10004 W. Appleton Ave., #205, Milwaukee, WI 53225 Individual appearing in opposition: Mary Sims Williams, 2802 N. 40th St., Milwaukee, WI 53210 Ms. Sims Williams testified that she was the previous owner of the business. She said that the applicants, who she let handle the business operations, acted improperly and illegally under her name. The improper practices engaged in by the applicants include: owing taxes, failure to pay bills, failure to properly buy and register vehicles, failure to pay for vehicles when bought from auctions, and failure to return vehicles to auctions in cases where the vehicles were not paid. Ms. Sims Williams said that all of these practices has caused damage under her name and information. Ald. Davis was present in opposition. Ald. Hamilton moved to make documents, provided by Ald. Davis, as part of the record. Ald. Hamilton moved to withdraw his motion to make documents, provided by Ald. Davis, as part of the record. There were no objections. Ald. Zielinski moved denial based upon neighborhood testimony. (Prevailed 4-0)	Pass	4:0
12/5/2011	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 03 GREEN, Erin K, Agent for "The Noodle Shop, Co. - Colorado, Inc.", Class B Fermented Malt Beverage and Class C Wine Retailer's License Applications as agent for "Noodles & Company" at 544 E OGDEN Av #10. Erin K. Green, Agt. 1802 E. Kenwood Bl., Milwaukee, WI 53211 No neighborhood testimony. Ald. Kovac moved approval. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
12/5/2011	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 03 ISHTAIWI, Ahmad I, Agent for "SUNNY DAYS FOOD, LLC", Class A Fermented Malt Beverage Retailer's License Application as agent for "SUNNY DAYS FOOD" at 2500 N DOUSMAN St. Ahmad I. Ishtaiwi, Agt. 4943 S. 15th St., Milwaukee, WI 53221 Appearing with the applicant: Byad Suleinan, interpreter, 1524 W. Plainfield Ave., Milwaukee, WI 53221 Individual appearing in opposition: Mary Turk, 1227 E. Clark St., Milwaukee, WI 53212 Individual appearing in support: Jast Reichel, 2420 N. Dousman St., Milwaukee, WI 53212 Ald. Kovac moved approval. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
12/5/2011	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 03 SARAMA, Faisal I, Agent for "Noor 19, LLC", Extended Hours Establishments Application as agent for "Milano Pizza" at 1000 E LOCUST St. Applicant was not present. Ald. Kovac moved to hold the application to the call of the Chair. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
12/5/2011	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 01 PATTON, SR, Michael J, Agent for "MJP Entertainment, LLC", Class B Tavern, Record Spin, and Videogame Center License Applications as agent for "Mike's Cozy Corner" at 3500-02 W Silver Spring DR. Michael J. Patton, Sr., Agt. 4121 W. Rivers Edge Circle, #213, Brown Deer, WI 53209 Ald. Hamilton moved to amend the Plan of Operation to reflect an age restriction of 25 years of age and older seven days a week. There were no objections. No neighborhood testimony. Ald. Hamilton moved approval. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
12/5/2011	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 01 WINCE, Henry L, Class B Tavern and Tavern Dance License Renewal Applications for "HENRY'S LOUNGE" at 4411 N 27TH St. (expires 1/17/2012) Henry L. Wince, applicant 4411 N. 27th St., Milwaukee, WI 53209 No neighborhood testimony. Ald. Hamilton moved approval with a warning letter based upon the police report. (Prevailed 3-1)	Pass	3:1
12/5/2011	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 14 ZHANG, Xiao yan, Agent for "No 1 Chinese Restaurant, LLC", Class B Fermented Malt Beverage Retailer's and Class C Wine License Applications as agent for "No 1 Chinese Restaurant" at 2678 S Kinnickinnic Av. Xiao Yan Zhang, Agt. 2678 S. Kinnickinnic Ave., Milwaukee, WI 53207 No neighborhood testimony. Ald. Zielinski moved approval. (Prevailed 4-0)	Pass	4:0
12/5/2011	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 14 ROBINSON, Dennis B, Agent for "DRND, Corp.", Class B Tavern and Tavern Dance License Applications as agent for "D's Club House" at 2691 S 6th St. Dennis B. Robinson, Agt., represented by counsel, Atty. Andrew Arena 2691 S. 6th St., Milwaukee, WI 53215 Ald. Bohl called a contested hearing. Individual appearing in opposition: Mia Diaz Ms. Diaz testified to previous issues with gunshots and loud noise from the previous establishment at the location. She said she lives 15 blocks from the facility, and she did not want to disclose her address. Atty. Arena objected to questions made by Ald. Zielinski to Ms. Diaz. Ald. Zielinski was recused as a committee member for this application hearing. Individuals appearing in support: Christopher Harrell, 4954 N. 55th St., Milwaukee, WI 53218 Steven Eaves, 6070 W. Calumet Rd., #102, Milwaukee, WI 53223 Charles McCurtis, 5464 N. 53rd St., Milwaukee, WI 53218 Joseph Holman, 2922 W. Wells St., Milwaukee, WI 53208 Charles Adams, 3881 N. Teutonia Ave., Milwaukee, WI 53206 Ald. Kovac moved to make a 2000 to 2001 printout of a license status sheet relating to an establishment of Mr. Robinson at a different location, provided by Ms. Wagner and Ald. Zielinski, as part of the record. There were no objections. Ald. Zielinski was in opposition. He testified to dealing with Mr. Robinson, as the property owner, and the past licensee regarding issues of noise, fights, and gunshots pertaining to the establishment during the previous licensee's period of operation. Ald. Kovac moved denial based upon neighborhood objection. (Prevailed 2-1)	Pass	2:1
12/5/2011	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 04 BOWIE, Floyd D, Agent for "Premier Milwaukee, LLC", Class B Tavern and Tavern Dance License Applications as agent for "Uglys Pub and Grill" at 1125 N Old World Third St. Floyd D. Bowie, Agt. 1821 N. Marshall St., Milwaukee, WI 53202 Appearing with the applicant: Robert Settecase, partner, 2122 N. Commerce St., Milwaukee, WI 53212 Individual appearing to testify: Stacy Callies, Westown Association, 633 W. Wisconsin Ave., #409, Milwaukee, WI 53233 Ms. Callies, on behalf of Westown Association, testified in support of the Class B Tavern application but opposed the Tavern Dance application. Ald. Bauman was present with no objections. Ald. Kovac moved approval. (Prevailed 4-0)	Pass	4:0
12/5/2011	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 04 EASTERBROOK, Adam D, Agent for "LEVY PREMIUM FOODSERVICE, LP", Class B Tavern and Tavern Amusement Licenses Transfer - Change of Agent as agent for "LEVY RESTAURNTS AT THE BRADLEY CENTER" at 1001 N 4TH St. Adam D. Easterbrook, Agt., represented by counsel, Atty. Michael Whitcomb 1001 N. 4th St., Milwaukee, WI 53203 No neighborhood testimony. Ald. Bauman was present with no objections. Ald. Coggs moved approval. (Prevailed 4-0)	Pass	4:0
12/5/2011	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 04 SHANA`A, Wisam A, Class A Fermented Malt Beverage Retailer's License Renewal Application for "KAMPUS FOODS" at 1414 W WELLS St. (expires 1/15/2012) Wisam A. Shana'a, applicant, represented by counsel, Atty. Othman Atta 1414 W. Wells St., Milwaukee, WI 53233 Individuals appearing in support: Terry Radtke, 836 N. 14th St., Milwaukee, WI 53233 John Davis, 835 N. 14th St., Milwaukee, WI 53233 Ald. Bauman was present with no objections. Ald. Kovac moved approval with a warning letter based upon the police report. (Prevailed 3-0)	Pass	3:0
12/5/2011	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 04 MANJEE, Habib, Agent for "LADY BUG CLUB, LLC", Class B Tavern and Tavern Amusement License Renewal Applications as agent for "LADYBUG CLUB/618 LIVE ON WATER" at 622 N WATER St. (expires 12/20/2011) Habib Manjee, Agt., represented by counsels, Atty. Michael Maistelman and Atty. Matthew Lerner 618 N. Water St., Milwaukee, WI 53202 Also appearing with the applicant: Nick Muraldo, 610 N. Water St., Suite 200, Milwaukee, WI 53202 Atty. Maistelman objected to receipt of adequate notice of the hearing to the licensee. Ald. Bohl noted Atty. Maistelman's objection. Ald. Bohl said adequate notice was provided to the licensee. Ald. Robert Bauman, Aldermanic District 4, was present to suggest a warning letter. He said improvements have been made by the operators of the club. Individual appearing in opposition: Atty. Andrew Arena, 1110 N. Old World Third St., Suite 515, Milwaukee, WI 53203 Atty. Arena, on behalf of neighboring clients next to the club, testified in objection based upon an October 10, 2010 incident mentioned in the police report for the previous licensing year. Atty. Arena also objected based upon other night time issues associated in the past from the club and a previous neighboring club called Club Bari. Atty. Maistelman objected to Atty. Arena's testimony. Ald. Bohl noted Atty. Maistelman's objection. Ald. Bohl moved to accept Atty. Arena's testimony but struck his comments regarding a 10/10/10 police report at the club. Individual appearing in support: Captain Stephen Basting, District 1 MPD Captain Basting testified that progress has been made by the club, but noted that improvements can still occur . Mr. Muraldo testified to items on the police report and PA-33s. Eight individuals present in the audience indicated that they were in support. Ald. Hamilton moved approval with a warning letter based upon items on the police report. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
12/5/2011	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 06 JORDAN, Jimmy D, Class B Tavern License Renewal Application with change of hours for "GLASS SLIPPER" at 3250 N 2ND St. (expires 12/20/2011) Applicant was not present. Ald. Coggs moved to hold the application to the call of the Chair. (Prevailed 4-0)	Pass	4:0
12/5/2011	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 06 LACY, Barbara A, Class B Tavern and Record Spin License Applications for "Lacey Love's Lounge" at 501 W North Av. Applicant was not present. Ald. Coggs moved denial based upon nonappearance. (Prevailed 4-0)	Pass	4:0
12/5/2011	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 06 NASSAR, Said, Agent for "MAEN, LLC", Class A Fermented Malt Beverage Retailer's License Renewal Application as agent for "MAEN FOOD" at 3004 N 12TH St. (expires 12/20/2011) Applicant was not present. Ms. Wagner said that the notice sent to the licensee was not returned by the United States Postal Service. No neighborhood testimony. Ald. Bohl passed the gavel to Ald. Coggs. Ald. Bohl moved denial based upon a second nonappearance. (Prevailed 4-0)	Pass	4:0
12/5/2011	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 06 FARES, Rami A, Agent for "AMI OF MILWAUKEE, INC", Class A Fermented Malt Beverage Retailer's License Renewal Application as agent for "SPARKLE FOODS" at 2526 W HOPKINS St. (expires 1/17/2012) Rami A. Fares, Agt., represented by Atty. David Banger 5040 S. 23rd St., Milwaukee, WI 53221 One individual present in the audience indicated support. No neighborhood testimony. Ald. Coggs moved approval. (Prevailed 3-0)	Pass	3:0
12/5/2011	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 06 KHARAG, Paramjeet S, Agent for "PORT FOOD SUPERMART LLC", Class A Malt & Class A Liquor License Renewal Application as agent for "PORT SUPERMARKET" at 3876 N PORT WASHINGTON Av. (expires 1/15/2012) Paramjeet S. Kharag, Agt. W142 N5005 Golden Fields Dr., Menomonee Falls, WI 53051 Individual appearing in support: Rachel Chessir, 3888 N. Port Washington Rd., Milwaukee, WI 53212 Four additional individuals present in the audience indicated support. Ald. Coggs moved approval. (Prevailed 3-0)	Pass	3:0
12/5/2011	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 06 SINGH, Bhupinder, Agent for "KHASRIA 3, INC", Class A Malt & Class A Liquor License Renewal Application as agent for "BIG JIM LIQUOR" at 2161 W HOPKINS St. (expires 1/19/2012) Applicant was not present. Ms. Wagner said that the applicant and his counsel requested to hold the application. No neighborhood testimony. Ald. Coggs moved to hold the application to the call of the Chair. (Prevailed 3-0)	Pass	3:0
12/5/2011	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 06 WEISSGERBER, III, Hans, Agent for "ABC Estabrook, LLC", Class B Fermented Malt Beverage Retailer's, Class C Wine, and Instrumental Music License Applications as agent for "Estabrook Beer Garden" at 435 W Hampton Av. Hans Weissgerber, III, Agt. 419 S. River Front Dr., Glendale, WI 53217 Mr. Weissgerber requested to hold the application so that he can go through a RFP process with the county first. Ald. Coggs moved to hold the application to the call of the Chair. (Prevailed 4-0)	Pass	4:0
12/5/2011	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 06 JARABAA, Hamdan K, Agent for "Nesrene, LLC", Class A Fermented Malt Beverage Retailer's License Application as agent for "Russell Food" at 109 E Burleigh St. Hamdan K. Jarabaa, Agt., represented by counsel, Atty. David Banger 109 E. Burleigh St., Milwaukee, WI 53212 Ald. Bohl called for a contested hearing. Individuals appearing in opposition: Louise. Taylor, 121 E. Burleigh St., Milwaukee, WI 53212 Vernessa Hollingsworth, 3032 N. Palmer St., Milwaukee, WI 53212 Linda Tolliver, 3100 N. 1st St., Milwaukee, WI 53212 Edward Tolliver, 3100 N. 1st St., Milwaukee, WI 53212 Glenn Salfold, 3007 N. 1st St., Milwaukee, WI 53212 Troy Johnson, 2955A N. 17th St., Milwaukee, WI 53206 Ms. Taylor testified to witnessing urination that stemmed from past operations at the premises. She said that there are too many alcohol establishments in the area. Ms. Hollingsworth, Ms. Tolliver, Mr. Tolliver, and Mr. Johnson testified to witnessing the selling of cigarettes to minors at the store. Mr. Salfold testified to witnessing traffic issues in the area. Individuals appearing in support: Abdelhafeth Hamed, building owner and past operator, 5640 S. 25th St., Milwaukee, WI 53221 Larry Johnson, 3044 N. 34th St., Milwaukee, WI 53210 Jarvis Edwards, 2654 N. 45th St., Milwaukee, WI 53210 Johnny Thomas, 113 E. Burleigh St., Milwaukee, WI 53212 Nicole Tate, 2513 N. Richards St., Milwaukee, WI 53212 Aaron Varnell, 2513 N. Richards St., Milwaukee, WI 53212 Ald. Hamilton moved denial based upon neighborhood objections of circumstances substantially relating to license activities and other factors related to health, safety, and welfare. (Prevailed 3-0)	Pass	3:0
12/5/2011	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 06 SINGH, Harpreet, Agent for "J. Pantry, LLC", Class A Malt & Class A Liquor License Application as agent for "JC Liquor" at 205 E North Av. Harpreet Singh, Agt. 5678 N. 96th St., Milwaukee, WI 53225 Ald. Bohl called a contested hearing. Individuals appearing in opposition: Henry Tyson, St. Marcus Lutheran School, 2351 N. Hubbard St., Milwaukee, WI 53212 Chris Rhodes, 2449 N. 1st St., Milwaukee, WI 53212 Barry Spencer, St. Marcus Lutheran School, 2215 N. Palmer St., Milwaukee, WI 53212 Kelly Huet, 2504 N. Palmer St., Milwaukee, WI 53212 Jill Capicchioni, 112 E. Vine St., Milwaukee, WI 53212 John Standard, 2337 N. Palmer St., Milwaukee, WI 53212 Larry Roofers, 2023 N. Palmer St., Milwaukee, WI 53212 Joe Spear, Jr., 2410 N. Palmer St., Milwaukee, WI 53212 Mary Eastwood, 1824 N. 2nd St., Milwaukee, WI 53212 Individuals appearing in support: Prentice Pates, 2122 N. 11th St., Milwaukee, WI 53205 Jerry Henning, 2558 N. Palmer St., Milwaukee, WI 53212 Ruby Holland, 2122 N. 11th St., Apt. 2, Milwaukee, WI 53205 Herman McGhee, 2549 N. Palmer St., Milwaukee, WI 53212 James Jefferson, 2121 N. 2nd St., Milwaukee, WI 53212 James Canady, building owner, 4151 N. 96th St., Wauwatosa, WI 53222 Ald. Coggs moved to make the concentration map, dated Sept. 1, 2011, as part of the record. There were no objections. Ald. Coggs moved to make a spreadsheet of liquor license data in all aldermanic districts as part of the record. There were no objections. Ald. Coggs moved denial based upon overconcentration of alcohol beverage outlets in the area and to declare the location unfit for alcohol beverage operations. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
12/5/2011	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 06 MC DOWELL, Lyle A, Class B Tavern and Record Spin License Renewal Applications for "CLUB 2-C" at 3478 N 2ND St. (expires 12/20/2011) Lyle A. McDowell, applicant 3606 N. 2nd Ln., Milwaukee, WI 53212 No neighborhood testimony. Ald. Coggs moved approval with a warning letter based upon the police report. (Prevailed 3-2)	Pass	3:2
12/5/2011	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: BELL, James R, Class D Operator's License Renewal Application. (expires 12/31/2011) Applicant was not present. Ms. Wagner said that the notice sent to the applicant was returned from the United States Postal Service. Ald. Zielinski moved to hold the application to the call of the Chair. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
12/5/2011	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: HALL, Shaun C, Class D Operator's License Renewal Application. (expires 12/31/2011) Applicant was not present. Ald. Coggs moved to hold the application to the call of the Chair. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
12/5/2011	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: HUDSON, Nakeysha S, Class D Operator's License Renewal Application. (expires 12/31/2011) Applicant was not present. Ms. Wagner said that the applicant requested to hold the application. Ald. Kovac moved to hold the application to the call of the Chair. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
12/5/2011	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: KENNEDY, Dewayne, Class D Operator's License Renewal Application. (expires 12/31/2011) Dewayne Kennedy, applicant 3377 N. 28th St., Milwaukee, WI 53210 Sgt. Raden said that the outstanding warrant on the police report was satisfied by the applicant. Ald. Kovac moved approval. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
12/5/2011	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: KRUSCHKE, Adam J, Class D Operator's License Application. Adam J. Kruschke, applicant 730 E. Hadley St., Apt. 2, Milwaukee, WI 53212 Ald. Kovac moved approval. (Prevailed 3-0)	Pass	3:0
12/5/2011	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: LAINEZ-CABRERA, Jose A, Class D Operator's License Renewal Application. (expires 12/31/2011) Jose A. Lainez-Cabrera, applicant 2100 W. Pierce St., #201, Milwaukee, WI 53204 Ald. Kovac moved approval with a ten (10) day suspension based upon the police report. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
12/5/2011	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: MC KENZIE, Nolan J, Class D Operator's License Renewal Application. (expires 12/31/2011) Nolan J. McKenzie, applicant 4490 N. Oakland Ave., Shorewood, WI 53211 Ald. Kovac moved approval with a ten (10) suspension based upon the police report. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
12/5/2011	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: MATSON, James, Class D Operator's License Renewal Application. (expires 12/31/2011) Applicant was not present. Ald. Hamilton moved to hold the application to the call of the Chair. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
12/5/2011	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: MOEHR, Jessica A, Class D Operator's License Renewal Application. (expires 12/31/2011) Applicant was not present. Ald. Coggs moved to hold the application to the call of the Chair. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
12/5/2011	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: PALMER, JR, Irvine W, Class D Operator's License Renewal Application. (expires 12/31/2011) Irvine W. Palmer, Jr., applicant 1226 N. 21st St., Milwaukee, WI 53205 Ald. Kovac moved approval with a ten (10) day suspension based upon the police report. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
12/5/2011	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: PERKINS, Olethia M, Class D Operator's License Renewal Application. (expires 12/31/2011) Applicant was not present. Ald. Hamilton moved to hold the application to the call of the Chair. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
12/5/2011	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: ROGERS, Ralph E, Class D Operator's License Renewal Application. (expires 12/31/2011) Ralph E. Rogers, applicant 2147 S. Winchester St., #312, Milwaukee, WI 53207 Ald. Kovac moved approval with a ten (10) suspension based upon the police report. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
12/5/2011	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: SIMMONS, Paul E, Class D Operator's License Renewal Application. (expires 12/31/2011) Paul E. Simmons, applicant 4076 N. 92nd St., Apt. 2, Milwaukee, WI 53222 Sgt. Raden said that the outstanding warrant on the police report have been satisfied by the applicant. Ald. Hamilton moved approval. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
12/5/2011	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: SOBCZAK, Samantha M, Class D Operator's License Renewal Application. (expires 12/31/2011) Samantha M. Sobczak, applicant 2266 E. Montana Ave., Oak Creek, WI 53154 Individual appearing in support: Brenda Radtke, 8413 W. Hope Ave., Milwaukee, WI 53222 Ald. Zielinski moved approval with a ten (10) day suspension based upon the police report. (Prevailed 4-1)	Pass	4:1
12/5/2011	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: VALLEJOS, Joel M, Class D Operator's License Renewal Application. (expires 12/31/2011) Applicant was not present. Ms. Wagner said that the notice sent to the applicant was not returned by the United States Postal Service. Ald. Kovac moved denial based upon a second nonappearance. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
12/5/2011	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: WILSON, Qiana M, Class D Operator's License Renewal Application. (expires 12/31/2011) Applicant was not present. Ald. Hamilton moved to hold the application to the call of the Chair. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
12/5/2011	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 12 AGOSTO, Evelyn, Agent for "Lincoln Jewelry and Electronics LLC", Precious Metal and Gem Dealer's License Application as agent for "Lincoln Jewelry and Electronics" at 1438 W LINCOLN Av. Evelyn Agosto, Agt., represented by counsel, Atty. Michael Churnin 3245 N. Holton St., Milwaukee, WI 53212 Ald. Zielinski left the committee. Individuals appearing in opposition: Rick Petrie, Urban Anthropology, 3455 N. Fratney St., Milwaukee, WI 53212 Jill Florence Lackey, Urban Anthropology, 924 E. Juneau Ave., #203, Milwaukee, WI 53202 Ald. Coggs moved to make a one page handout, provided by Mr. Petrie, as part of the record. There were no objections. Ald. James Witkowiak, Aldermanic District 12, was present in opposition based upon neighborhood testimony and interviews with residents, who opposed, in the immediate neighborhood. Ald. Kovac moved denial based upon neighborhood testimony. (Prevailed 3-0)	Pass	3:0
12/5/2011	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 12 GUTIERREZ GARNICA, Angel, Class B Tavern License Renewal Application for "TAQUERIA EL JALAPENO" at 2222 S 13TH St. (expires 1/16/2012) Angel Gutierrez Garnica, applicant 2222 S. 13th St., Milwaukee, WI 53215 No neighborhood testimony. Ald. Witkowiak was present with no objections. Ald. Hamilton moved approval. (Prevailed 3-0)	Pass	3:0
12/5/2011	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 12 LECHUGA MONTENEGRO, Jose G, Agent for "Club 69, LLC", Class B Tavern and Instrumental Music License Applications as agent for "Club 69" at 1663 S 11TH St. Jose G. Lechuga Montenegro, Agt. 6005 S. 20th St., Milwaukee, WI 53221 No neighborhood testimony. Ald. Witkowiak was present in support. Ald. Hamilton moved approval. (Prevailed 4-0)	Pass	4:0
12/5/2011	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 12 OCAMPO, Antonio U, Class B Tavern and Tavern Dance License Renewal Applications for "EL SIETE DE COPAS" at 1339 S 7TH St. (expires 1/19/2012) Antonio U. Ocampo, applicant 1339 S. 7th St., Milwaukee, WI 53204 No neighborhood testimony. Ald. Witkowiak was present in support. Ald. Kovac moved approval. (Prevailed 4-0)	Pass	4:0
12/5/2011	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 12 HUDDLESTON, Katherine M, Secondhand Motor Vehicle Dealer's License Application for "J & J Auto Repair" at 1122 W Becher St. Katherine M. Huddleston, applicant P.O. Box 64302, Milwaukee, WI 53204 Ald. Witkowiak was present with no objections. Ald. Kovac moved to make the plan and photos, submitted by Ms. Huddleston, as part of the record. There were no objections. Ald. Kovac moved approval. (Prevailed 4-0)	Pass	4:0
12/5/2011	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 12 LUKOWSKI, William E, Agent for "HSL Holdings, LLC", Class B Tavern License Renewal Application as agent for "Beso" at 1537 S CESAR E CHAVEZ DR. (expires 12/20/2011) William E. Lukowski, Agt. 1539 S. Cesar E. Chavez Dr., Milwaukee, WI 53204 No neighborhood testimony. Ald. Witkowiak was present in support. Ald. Kovac moved approval. (Prevailed 4-0)	Pass	4:0
12/5/2011	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 12 ABUAWWAD, Muwafaq M, Agent for "T & S GROUP LLC", Precious Metal and Gem Dealer's License Renewal Application as agent for "SAM'S DISCOUNT" at 1577 W GREENFIELD Av. (expires 12/31/2011) Ald. Bohl called a contested hearing. Muwafaq M. Abuawwad, Agt., represented by counsels, Atty. Franklyn Gimbel and Atty. Steven McGaver 9950 S. Jennifer Ln., Oak Creek, WI 53154 Sgt. Raden said that there is an updated police report, which was served to the applicant. Atty. Gimbel acknowledged receipt of the updated police report. Atty. Gimbel did not object to the updated police report and the notice received by the applicant. Assistant Attorney Jarely Ruiz, Milwaukee City Attorneys Office - Prosecution Unit, appeared on behalf of the Milwaukee Police Department District 2 as representation to formally object to the renewal of the license. Individual appearing to testify in opposition and in response to questions from Atty. Ruiz: Officer Jeffrey Thiele, MPD District 2 - Special Burglary Unit Officer Thiele testified as to his involvement and observations during police undercover investigations conducted at Sam's Discount for the following incidents: On March 16, 2011, an undercover officer sold jewelry to Alaaddin Abuawwad at the store with expired identification. On March 17, 2011, the transaction that took place on March 16, 2011 was not entered into the NEWPRS computer system. On March 21, 2011, the store failed to record numerous transactions with the NUPERS computer system. 35 violation citations and 1 obstruction citation were issued. At a trial on November 16, 2011, Mr. Abuawwad was found guilty on 35 violations from the citations issued on March 21, 2011. On July 11, 2011, an undercover officer, who was inside Sam's Discount attempting to sell jewelry without identification, sold jewelry to a brother of the licensee without proper identification on the outside of the store. The brother, who bought the jewelry, exited from behind the counter of the store before he went outside to purchase the jewelry. On a subsequent check on the premises, 34 baggies of gold were found unrecorded in the NEWPRS computer system at the store. Ald. Kovac moved to make transaction documents, provided by Atty. Gimbel, as part of the record. There were no objections. Atty. Ruiz showed video evidence to the committee pertaining to the July 11, 2011 incident on the police report. Ald. Coggs left the committee. Individuals appearing in support and in response to questions from Atty. Gimbel: Muwafaq M. Abuawwad, 9950 S. Jennifer Ln., Oak Creek, WI 53154 Fatima Jibawi, 9950 S. Jennifer Ln., Oak Creek, WI 53154 Alaaddin Abuawwad, 1577 W. Greenfield Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53204 Muwafaq testified as to the following: He is the agent for the license. Alaadin is his brother and not an employee of the business. Alaadin was put in charge in 2010 of Sam's Discount due to Muwafaq's involvement in another business operation of a convenience store. Alaadin was the person who did not properly record transactions into the NEWPRS system asnoted in the police report. He was not able to supervise the store since March 2011 due to sickness, health problems, and time devoted to rehab. Alaadin is currently not managing the store. Ms. Jibawi testified as to the following: Since late August 2011, she has taken over as the manager of the store to properly record transactions into the NEWPRS system. No new violations have been issued since her take over as manager. Alaadin testified as to the following: He has a problem with hearing. In 2009, he worked in the store in the absence of Muwafaq, who was out of the country. Due to his back and forth travels from his home in Chicago and the store, he was not able to record jewelry transactions on the same day into NEWPRS. He was the one who did not record transactions properly in regards to the 35 citations, noted in the police report, that were issued. He did not tell Muwafaq of these citations and proceeded with his attorney, at the time, to resolve them. Ms. Jibawi is currently in charge of the store and has been since September 29, 2011. He is not employed but helps out with the operation of the store several hours a day. On the July 11, 2011 incident, he refused to buy the jewelry from the undercover cop due to lack of proper identification from the cop. Due to cultural respect he let his older brother named Solomon, who was not an employee of the store, exit from behind the counter inside the store to outside of the store with the undercover cop on the July 11th incident. Ald. Witkowiak was present in opposition and requested nonrenewal of the license. Atty. Ruiz said that the violations has continued for several years at the store, the agent is an absent manager of the business, and much police resources have been used due to store's violations. Ald. Kovac moved denial due to failure of the applicant to meet statutoy and municipal license qualifications based upon the police report, testimony from the police department, and video footage. (Prevailed 3-0)	Pass	3:0
12/5/2011	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: Agenda Only 03 DEBEBE, Yitletu, Agent for "ETHIOPIAN COTTAGE RESTAURANT, INC", Class B Fermented Malt Beverage and Class C Wine Retailer's License (Service Bar Only) Renewal Applications with change of hours for "ETHIOPIAN COTTAGE RESTAURANT" at 1824 N FARWELL Av. Granted by Ald. Hamilton. (Prevailed 3-0) 04 SCHILZ, Jane M, Agent for "LANE SHERIDAN LLC", Class B Tavern and Instrumental Music License Renewal Applications with change of hours for "KAFEVINO" at 330 E MENOMONEE St. Granted by Ald. Hamilton. (Prevailed 3-0) 08 SZYMANSKI, Mark C, Agent for "ST RAFAEL THE ARCHANGEL CONGREGATION", Class B Fermented Malt Beverage Retailer's License Renewal Application with change of officer for "ST RAFAEL THE ARCHANGEL CONGREGATION" at 2273 S 31ST St. Granted by Ald. Hamilton. (Prevailed 3-0) 09 MEYERS, Richard D, Agent for "ST BERNADETTE CONGREGATION", Class B Fermented Malt Beverage Retailer's License Renewal Application with change of officers for "ST BERNADETTE CONGREGATION" at 8202 W DENVER Av. Granted by Ald. Hamilton. (Prevailed 3-0) 10 PAWELSKI, Gregg A, Agent for "DINO'Z SPORTS BAR, LLC", Class B Tavern, Amusement Machine Premises and Phonograph Premises Renewal Applications with change of agent for "DINO'Z SPORTS BAR AND GRILL" at 5018 W STATE St. Granted by Ald. Hamilton. (Prevailed 3-0) 13 ZAWADA, Joseph A, Agent for "ST ALEXANDER CONGREGATION", Class B Fermented Malt Beverage Retailer's License Renewal Application with change of officer for "ST ALEXANDER" at 3344 S 16TH St. Granted by Ald. Hamilton. (Prevailed 3-0) 14 CZAPLICKI, Norbert J, Agent for "ST HELEN CONGREGATION", Class B Fermented Malt Beverage Retailer's License Renewal Application with change of officer for "ST HELEN CONGREGATION" at 3329 S 10TH St. Granted by Ald. Hamilton. (Prevailed 3-0) HAUSKNECHT, Ronald J., Junk Collector (Truck) License Application for "R Haus" at 2255 S 38th St. Granted by Ald. Hamilton. (Prevailed 3-0) Warning Letters 03 ALI, Murad M, Agent for "FOUR STAR INC OF MILWAUKEE", Class A Fermented Malt Beverage Retailer's and Cigarette & Tobacco License Renewal Applications for "MURRAY PANTRY" at 2430 N MURRAY Av. Granted by Ald. Hamilton. (Prevailed 3-0) 08 VALLIANI, Shams V, Agent for "S & W, Inc", Class A Fermented Malt Beverage Retailer's and Cigarette & Tobacco Renewal Applications with change of floor plan for "Kwik Stop" at 2434 W National Av. Granted by Ald. Hamilton. (Prevailed 3-0) 12 ROSSETTO, John M, Agent for "TRANSFER, INC", Class B Tavern, Instrumental Music and Record Spin Premises License Renewal Applications for "TRANSFER PIZZERIA CAFE" at 101 W MITCHELL St. Granted by Ald. Hamilton. (Prevailed 3-0) 14 ROGALLA, Michael S, Agent for "ST JOHN KANTY CONGREGATION", Class B Fermented Malt Beverage Retailer's License Renewal Application with change of officers for "ST JOHN KANTY CONGREGATION" at 966 W DAKOTA St. Granted by Ald. Hamilton. (Prevailed 3-0) 15 JABER, Fathi M, Agent for "SUPERIOR FOOD & LIQUOR, INC", Class A Malt & Liquor and Cigarette & Tobacco Renewal Applications for "SUPERIOR FOOD & LIQUOR" at 1535 W NORTH Av. Granted by Ald. Hamilton. (Prevailed 3-0) BURKE, Robert P, Class D Operator's License Application. Granted by Ald. Hamilton. (Prevailed 3-0) FELLIN, Jennifer L, Class D Operator's License Application. Granted by Ald. Hamilton. (Prevailed 3-0) GREENYA, Robert R, Class D Operator's License Renewal Application. Granted by Ald. Hamilton. (Prevailed 3-0) HENRY, Brandon S, Class D Operator's License Application. Granted by Ald. Hamilton. (Prevailed 3-0) MATHIS, Tia T, Class D Operator's License Renewal Application. Granted by Ald. Hamilton. (Prevailed 3-0) MONFRE, Laura J, Class D Operator's License Renewal Application. Granted by Ald. Hamilton. (Prevailed 3-0) ORDONEZ, Maria G, Class D Operator's License Application. Granted by Ald. Hamilton. (Prevailed 3-0) RAKOCZY, Andrea L, Class D Operator's License Application. Granted by Ald. Hamilton. (Prevailed 3-0) SCHMITZ, Cory, Class D Operator's License Application. Granted by Ald. Hamilton. (Prevailed 3-0)	Pass	3:0
12/5/2011	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	HELD TO CALL OF THE CHAIR	Pass	3:0
12/5/2011	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 06 NASSAR, Said, Agent for "MAEN, LLC", Class A Fermented Malt Beverage Retailer's License Renewal Application as agent for "MAEN FOOD" at 3004 N 12TH St. (expires 12/20/2011) Ald. Coggs moved to reconsider and hold the application to the call of the Chair. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
12/5/2011	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 06 SINGH, Harpreet, Agent for "J. Pantry, LLC", Class A Malt & Class A Liquor License Application as agent for "JC Liquor" at 205 E North Av. Ald. Coggs moved reconsideration. There were no objections. Ald. Coggs moved denial based upon neighborhood objections and overconcentration of alcohol beverage outlets in the area and to declare the location unfit for alcohol beverage operations. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
12/5/2011	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 06 SINGH, Bhupinder, Agent for "KHASRIA 3, INC", Class A Malt & Class A Liquor License Renewal Application as agent for "BIG JIM LIQUOR" at 2161 W HOPKINS St. (expires 1/19/2012) Ald. Kovac moved reconsideration. There were no objections. Bhupinder Singh, Agt., represented by counsel, Atty. Paul Karas 15240 W. Woodland Dr., New Berlin, WI 53151 Ald. Kovac moved approval. (Prevailed 3-0)	Pass	3:0
10/11/2011	0	COMMON COUNCIL	ASSIGNED TO

Number

110859

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Original

Reference

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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