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Minutes note: Mr. David Henke and Jim Cooney were present.
The updated presentation was added to the file. | RECOMMENDED FOR PLACING ON FILE | Pass | 5:0 |
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Minutes note: 15 CHABBOUH, Imed, Agent for "Sky Auto Sales and Repairs LLC", Secondhand Motor Vehicle Dealer's License Application for "Sky Auto Sales and Repairs" at 1900 W NORTH Av.
The applicant was present along with his business partner Sirjajuddin Amruddin.
The applicant said that the incident on the police report happened on 2016 and that he was at a bar with a friend who fought with somebody else and that he was charged with party of crime when he did nothing. The applicant acknowledged that he was caught driving impaired.
Ald. Zamarripa asked if he has spent time in jail.
The applicant said that he was given a 150 days in a correctional facility and that he was allowed to work.
Mr. Amruddin said that the applicant was given a probation instead.
The applicant said that he owned the same type of business on the south side (Integrity Auto) and that he is trying to do the same here. He added that he has been waiting 2 years for the license, that he has spent money and that he has been issued tickets for a U-haul business that has nothing to do with his.
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Ald. Burgelis asked the applicant if he has been fined by the City for the premises.
The applicant said that they have and that the owner is responsible of the building. He added that they have fixed the part that they are occupying.
Ald. Stamper asked if they are in the process of buying the building.
The applicant said that it is contingent upon getting the license.
Individuals in objection:
Mrs. Barnett - 2355 N 17th St – said that they just installed a watermark, that they are trying to beautify the area with plants, trees, orchards, etc., until you get to this building that has cars and cars parked everywhere. She added that there is not enough space for a dealership at this location. She added that she was raising money for a community event and that the applicant lied saying that he was not the owner and that she thinks that he does not want to be part of the community.
The applicant said that the neighbor came without any flyer or proper form to ask for the donation and that he told the witness to come back on Monday.
Mrs. Graham - 2324 N 18th St – said that this building is a junk yard with cars parked everywhere even at the SDC’s lot. She added that they are trying to beautify the area while the applicant is not. She also said that there is a lot of litter between 18th and 19th streets and that they work on the cars everywhere.
Mr. Right – 1903 W Garfield St – said that the applicant has been given a lot of allowance while the business still disrespecting the community with cars on the vacant lot, alley and on the street. He added that no one (from police or committee members) has come to check it out. He also said that there is no need for a business that wants to be part of the community, to be here in front of a committee for a second time. He also said that they are looking to bring serenity instead of junk.
Mrs. Right – 1903 W Garfield St – said that the applicant has been at the location for two years and that he has not advocated for the community with the building owner. She added that it is hard to believe that he will address their requests now.
Mrs. Njoroge - 2115 N 15th St – said that she opposes for all the reasons that her neighbors have mentioned and for safety reasons like traffic, illegal parking, test driving and for environmental concerns that does not align with the work that they have been doing at the neighborhood.
Mrs. Beltran - 2219 N 17th St – said that she is an ambassador of the area, that she reached out to the applicant just to verify where the oil is kept and that there is a container for that. She added that they outlined a program last summer for the business to become part of the community and that the applicant has done few things but not everything that he was asked for. She added that there is a trust issue.
Mrs. Robinson – 2142 N 15th St– said that she wonders how the applicant was approved at state level for a secondhand dealership and all of the sudden there is an issue with the city when the building has been used for oil change/mechanic as well.
Mr. Griffin – 4244 N 14th St – said that he does not like this business.
The applicant said that the cars on the street do not belong to him.
Ald. Stamper said that he supports the neighbors who have lived at the community for decades and that the applicant has not been transparent. He added that he is also concerned for the amount of cars, garbage, and traffic.
Ald. Burgelis moved denial based upon the preponderance of the evidence of the neighborhood, applicant and aldermanic testimony that demonstrates the operation results in a threat to health, safety or welfare of the public. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)
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Minutes note: 15 BUTLER, Reginald D, Agent for "2579 Teutonia LLC", Class B Tavern, Public Entertainment Premises and Food Dealer Licenses Renewal Application with Change of Agent From Opening 6AM Everyday and Closing 10PM Sun-Thu and 12AM Fri-Sat; To Open 11AM Everyday and Close at 2AM Sun-Thu and 2:30AM Fri-Sat for "Vibe Lounge" at 2579 N TEUTONIA Av. (Expires 12/14/2024)
The applicant was present and said that the sign was a marketing deploy and not a name change and that the signs says “the best wings in town from 12 to 12” in reference of the hours of operation.
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Ald. Stamper said that he is not supporting the change of the hours at the moment based on the neighborhood feedback and because the applicant still need time to work on management and security issues.
The applicant said that he wants to keep the current hours and to withdraw the request for the change of hours.
Ms. Lopez said that the current hours are Sun – Thu from 6AM to 10PM and Fri-Sat from 6AM to 12AM.
Ald. Westmoreland moved withdrawal of the change of hours request. There were no objections.
There were no neighbors present to testify.
Ald. Stamper said that he supports the renewal application and that he would like to see the business to focus more on events and good food as they used to.
Ald. Westmoreland moved approval as amended. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)
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Minutes note: 15 HARRIS, Tabitha A, Agent for "PREMIER SPORTS LOUNGE, LLC", Class B Tavern, Public Entertainment Premises and Food Dealer Licenses Renewal Application for "PREMIER SPORTS LOUNGE" at 4001-05 W NORTH Av. (Expires 12/17/2024)
The applicant was not present.
Ald. Westmoreland moved to hold the application to the call of the chair while Ald. Stamper attempts to get a hold of the applicant. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)
Ald. Westmoreland moved to reconsider the application at 10:39 am. There were no objections.
The applicant was present.
The applicant said regarding the item on the police report that she is not aware of anyone being uncooperative and that she always has allowed MPD to do their work. She added that the incident where his security guard died was unfortunate but that it happened outside.
Ald. Zamarripa asked the applicant if she has any commentary about the incident where her security guard died.
The applicant said that there was no altercation inside the bar that indicated that an incident like that would take place outside.
Ald. Zamarripa asked the applicant if she thinks that is not responsible for what happens outside.
The applicant said that at to some degree and that she does what she can.
Ald. Westmoreland asked regarding item 7, what happened with the wall dividing the two buildings.
The applicant said that she removed the wall in order to connect both buildings.
Sgt. Velasquez said that the applicant was granted an extension of premises that was not updated in Lira at the time that MPD went to do the inspection.
Ms. Lopez said that the address now reflect the change made.
Ald. Stamper asked the applicant if she is satisfied with her comments about the dead of the security guard and getting another one injured.
The applicant said that at some degree she is responsible because it is her business but that there was no altercation inside that led her to believe that something like would happen outside.
Ald. Spiker asked the applicant if the police report is accurate in regards of the bartender who witnessed a verbal altercation between the security officers and multiple patrons refusing to leave after they were escorted out due the bar closed.
Mrs. Harris said that it is.
Ald. Spiker asked if the firearms were inside the establishment because the police report does not say that they went to get if from their car.
Mrs. Harris answered “absolutely no” because the security guards check and that the surveillance video shows the individuals going into his car to retrieve the firearm.
Ald. Spiker asked the applicant if she asked the security guard involved in the altercation what it was about.
The applicants said that she did but that the security guard does not even know what it was about.
DeAndre Harris was sworn in.
Mr. Harris said that he manages the place and that he is married to the applicant.
Ald. Stamper asked Mr. Harris to repeat to committee what he said to him over the phone that night. He added that Mr. Harris told him that the altercation was about an underage issue.
Mr. Harris said they are 25 and up, that they are more restaurant dominated and that people can go in to pick up food. He added that on that date, the kitchen was already closed, the staff was inside, the security guards were outside asking people to go home to the ones hanging out around but by looking at the camera, he said that they don’t know what occurred between the guard and another patron exchanging words. He also said that the police verified that there was no altercation inside.
Individuals in objection:
Lily – 2230 N 40th St - said that her house has been shot in three different times. One in the living room, the second one at her baby’s room and the third one almost hit his kid. She added that the insurance has fixed her house but not her family. She added that the music is loud and that there is very bright projector that does not let them sleep and that she has it in a video.
Ald. Spiker asked if the shots fired came from issues at the bar.
Ms. Lily answered yes.
The applicant asked if she filed a police report.
Ms. Lily said that she did it and also called the insurance.
Ald. Pratt asked the applicant if he has talked to neighbors.
Mr. Harris said that he talks to neighbors and that everyone knows him, that he cleans up, that goes to community meetings, etc.
Ald. Pratt said that he is not addressing any of the issues that his neighbor is talking about.
Paw Yai – 2236 N 40ht St – (Ms. Lily acted as interpreter) said that she is scared and that she cannot leave home when there is people from the bar around because there are many fights.
Aie Ci – 2228 N 40th St – said that she cannot sleep at night because it is too loud.
Ald. Stamper said that he has had concerns on the previous years and that the police checks are meant to monitor businesses, that he will talk to the applicant regarding the projector and that the applicant has a plan in order to move forward.
Mr. Harris said that they have 8 new cameras, hired a security company and that the projector can be removed permanently and that the patio will be closed at 11pm.
Ald. Stamper suggested to have the patio only for special events.
Mr. Harris said that if he gets rid of the patio the people would be hanging out at the front for smoking breaks.
Ald. Stamper suggested to keep it just for smoking.
Mrs. Lopez said that it must have been removed from the floor plan and to make a note that it is only a smoking designated area.
Ald. Zamarripa asked the applicant if she amenable to change the floor plan as described by Mrs. Lopez and to apply for a Temporary Change of Plan for special events.
The applicant agreed.
Ald. Westmoreland moved to amend the floor plan with removing the patio from the license description and to be used only for smoking with no food and no alcohol unless there is a special permit approved. There were no objections.
Ald. Westmoreland moved to amend the application by including 24 cameras and to escort customers to their cars. There were no objections.
Ald. Zamarripa said that all businesses are responsible of the perimeter of their businesses as well and that they need to keep the neighbors safe and sound.
The applicants said that she understands.
Ald. Spiker moved renewal as amended with a warning letter. (Prevailed 4-1)
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Minutes note: 15 BENIPAL, Simranjeet S, Agent for "WISCONSIN BENIPAL, LLC", Extended Hours Establishments, Filling Station, Food Dealer and Weights & Measures Licenses Renewal Application for "LISBON GAS & FOOD" at 3033 W LISBON Av. (Expires 1/31/2025)
The applicant was not present.
There were no neighbors present to testify.
Ald. Westmoreland moved to hold the application to the call of the chair due an issue with an incomplete police report. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)
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Minutes note: 04 KAID, Ziad W, Agent for "CIRCLE K LLC", Class A Malt & Class A Liquor and Food Dealer Licenses Renewal Application for "CIRCLE K PANTRY" at 130 N WATER St. (Expires 12/10/2024)
The applicant was present along with Atty. David Bangert.
Atty. Bangert said that he represented Mr. Kaid on the citation from the police report and that he paid a fine.
Individuals also present:
Ald. Bauman asked why the applicant made accusations about MPD being attacking businesses.
The applicant said that he was upset when he made that statement and that he does not think that way.
Ald. Bauman said that he has no objections.
There were no neighbors present to testify.
Ald. Bauman said that the signage is in violation with the guidelines of the association and that he just wanted to make them aware of it.
Atty. Bangert said that they are aware and that changes are coming up.
Ald. Westmoreland moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)
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Minutes note: 13 POPE, Cary J, Agent for "LVA LLC", Self Service Laundry License Renewal Application for "Plaza 27 Laundromat" at 3867 S 27TH St. (Expires 1/10/2025)
The applicant was present along with Mr. Michelle (property owner).
The applicant said that the item on the police report was about a misunderstanding of some lost coins between two users that was clarified later by reviewing the surveillance video.
Individuals also present:
Ald. Spiker said that there it seems to be a miscommunication that must be clarified about cooperating with MPD when the business is requested.
There were no neighbors present to testify.
Ald. Spiker moved renewal. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)
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Minutes note: 13 PATEL, Sanjay R, Agent for "Manvee Hospitality Holdings, LLC", Class B Tavern and Public Entertainment Premises Licenses Application Requesting 4 Amusement Machines for "Clarion Pointe MKE" at 5037 S HOWELL Av.
The applicant was present and said that he holds a Hotel/Motel and Food Dealer licenses.
Individuals also present:
Ald. Spiker said that this business just opened recently and that the bar would be a small area and that he has no objections.
Ald. Spiker moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)
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Minutes note: 13 ABDI, Isaaq A, Agent for "VIP Supermarket. LLC", Food Dealer License Renewal Application with Change of Agent, Removing Stockholder and Transfer of Stock for "VIP Supermarket " at 4523 S 13TH St. (Expires 1/16/2025)
The applicant was not present.
There were no neighbors present to testify.
Ald. Spiker moved to hold the application to the call of the chair upon first nonappearance. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)
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Minutes note: 12 WOLF, Curtis A, Class B Tavern, Public Entertainment Premises and Food Dealer Licenses Renewal Application Removing 3 Amusement Machines and Disc Jockey for "Smokeys Lounge" at 2179 S 16TH St. (Expires 1/13/2025)
The applicant was not present.
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Ald. Perez said that this application is no longer needed it as another license has been issued.
Mrs. Lopez said that Ald. Perez is right and that they will reach out to the applicant to request a withdrawal.
There were no neighbors present to testify.
Ald. Burgelis moved to hold the application to the call of the chair. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)
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Minutes note: 12 PHETLEUNG, Theeraporn, Agent for "1033 Omakase LLC", Class B Tavern and Food Dealer Licenses Application for "1033 Omakase" at 1033 S 1ST St.
The applicant was present.
There were no neighbors present to testify.
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Ald. Perez said that he has no objections.
Ald. Westmoreland moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)
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Minutes note: 12 HOSPITAL, Brian J, Agent for "MKE ULTRA LLC", Class B Fermented Malt, Class C Wine and Public Entertainment Premises Requesting Instrumental Musicians, Disc Jockey, Bands, Magic Shows, Poetry Readings, 50 Concerts/Yr., Comedy Acts, Dancing by Performers and 12 Theatrical Performances/Yr for "MKE ULTRA" at 1535 W MITCHELL St.
The applicant was not present.
Individuals also present:
Mrs. Lopez said that the applicant requested that the application be held.
Ald. Perez said that he has no objections with holding it.
There were no neighbors present to testify.
Ald. Pratt moved to hold the application to the call of the chair upon second nonappearance. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)
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Minutes note: 12 GERSONDE, Aaron R, Agent for "Don's Deli LLC", Class B Tavern and Food Dealer Licenses Renewal Application for "Don's Diner" at 1100 S 1ST St. (Expired 10/25/2024)
The applicant was not present.
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Ald. Perez said that he talked to the applicant regarding the objection and that he does not know why he is not here.
There were no neighbors present to testify.
Ald. Spiker moved to hold the application to the call of the chair upon first non appearance. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)
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Minutes note: 12 RODRIGUEZ ALVAREZ, Jaiver, Agent for "JR SCRAP METAL RECYCLING LLC", Recycling, Salvaging, or Towing Premises License Application Requesting Removing and/or Recycling Junk/Valuable Metal for "Jr. Rodriguez" at 717 S 10TH St.
The applicant was present and said that his business is held indoors and that he applied for occupancy a couple of years ago.
Individuals also present:
Ald. Perez said that he would like to request that this item be held because this business have been operating without occupancy for years and that with this license they want to go bigger so he wants to talk to neighbors first.
Ald. Westmoreland moved to hold the application to the call of the chair. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)
The meeting paused at 12:08 pm
The meeting reconvened at 12:25 pm
| HELD TO CALL OF THE CHAIR | Pass | 5:0 |
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Minutes note: 03 KASHEVAROF, Robbin V, Agent for "VALENTINE COFFEE ROASTERS DOWNER AVENUE, LLC", Class B Tavern License Application for "VALENTINE COFFEE ROASTERS- DOWNER AVENUE" at 3126 N DOWNER Av.
The applicant was present and said that they were working with Ald. Brostoff to bring this business to the location.
Individuals also present:
Ald. Spiker asked about the hours of operations.
The applicant said that is from 6am to 6pm with alcohol sales of 5%.
Ald. Spiker asked if a neighborhood meeting was held.
The applicant said that he did not attend any and that he does not know if Ald. Brostoff held one but that he has the notice posted.
Ald. Burgelis moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)
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Minutes note: 03 MUTLAQ, Nabil M, Agent for "Mad Chicken WI LLC", Extended Hours Establishments and Food Dealer Licenses Renewal Application for "Mad Chicken WI" at 2045 E NORTH Av. (Expires 1/6/2025)
The applicant was present along with Ramez Ali and Mohamed Elkady.
Mr. Ali said that for the item from the police report on the 4th of July had nothing to do with the business nor customers, that it was a busy day with people hanging around coming from the lake involved in a big fight.
Mr. Elkady said that for the other fight, the video was shared with Officer Kahn via link and they were told that they are not satisfied with the position of the camera (the fight was not caught by the surveillance system). He also said that they have added surveillance cameras in and out and they want to have a security guard.
Individuals also present:
Ald. Spiker asked for the hours of operation.
Mrs. Lopez said that they are open until 3am everyday.
Ald. Spiker said that the three incidents on the police report happened late at night/early hours and asked the applicant if they have a security guard.
Mr. Ali said that they want to hire security guard from 9pm to 3am.
Ald. Spiker asked if they are considering to close earlier or to close the restaurant and do delivery orders only because it seems that folks are congregating there/around.
Mr. Ali said that sales are slow and he does not want to cut income. He added that the construction on North Av has hurt them with a 40% less of sales.
Atty. Obviagele approached the table saying that he represented this business before and that he wants to advice his client requesting to hold the application to the call of the chair in order for them to conduct a CPTED and to present a plan.
There were no neighbors present to testify.
Ald. Pratt moved to hold the application to the call of the chair upon the applicant’s request. There were no objections. (Prevailed 4-0)
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Minutes note: 03 PATEL, Sandipkumar M, Agent for "MAA VERAI, INC.", Class A Malt & Class A Liquor and Food Dealer Licenses Renewal Application as agent for "Murray Pantry" at 2430 N MURRAY Av. (Expires 1/17/2025)
The applicant was not present.
There were no neighbors present to testify.
Ald. Westmoreland moved to hold the application to the call of the chair upon first nonappearance. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)
Ald. Westmoreland moved to reconsider the application at 2:09 pm. There were no objections.
The applicant was present.
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Ald. Burgelis said that he does not see a problem with this application and thanked the applicant for tuning away the minor trying to buy cigarettes.
Ald. Burgelis moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 4-0)
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Minutes note: 03 LI, Nanbin, Agent for "WI LJ INC", Class B Tavern License Application for "Back Street" at 2116 N FARWELL Av.
The applicant was present and said that he has 20 years of experience at his Cudahy location.
Individuals also present:
Ald. Burgelis asked the applicant if he has reached out to neighbors.
The applicant said that he has not.
Ald. Zamarripa said that she is concerned about the applicant not reaching out to neighbors and not talking to Ald. Brostoff before.
Mrs. Lopez said that this applicant holds a Beer and Wine license and that they are looking to extend the service.
The applicant said that they close at 9:30 pm
Ald. Zamarripa said that it would be appropriate to hold the application until a new alderperson comes in place due the objection on file.
Ald. Burgelis moved to hold the application to the call of the chair. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)
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Minutes note: 10 PATEL, Alpa N, Agent for "Dahi Corp.", Hotel/Motel License Renewal Application for "Village Inn Hotel" at 3001 W Wisconsin Av. (Expires 1/16/2025)
The applicant was present and said that the item on the police report was issued for another property, that she made an honest mistake not taking care of it but that it was turned it to his attorney.
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Ms. Amanda Grice (LAS for Ald. Moore) said that Ald. Moore has no objections.
Ald. Pratt moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)
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Minutes note: 10 CRAWFORD, Lenzy L, Agent for "New MKE Holding Company LLC", Class B Tavern, Public Entertainment Premises and Food Dealer Licenses Renewal Application for "Scene One Restaurant & Lounge" at 5524-5526 W North Av. (Expired 11/6/2024)
The applicant was present and said that the most consistent thing in the police report is the noise which has been addressed and that earlier this year after he connected with Ald. Moore and voluntarily set up a meeting with the neighbors where he provided contact information and hread the neighbor’s concerns. He added that the meeting took place in July, that he talks to his staff and managers regarding the noise, that they have cut the music down after certain hours and that they are monitoring the sound on the alley across.
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Ald. Westmoreland asked the applicant if he has set up a max for the volume.
The applicant said that the he has.
Ald. Westmoreland asked if he is willing to adjust that max of the volume if complaints persist.
The applicant agreed.
Ald. Spiker said that there are 8 items on the police report with 4 happening before the meeting and 4 after. He said that there are folks that probably did not make it to the meeting and that he would need to reach out to those neighbors in order to have them to call him/manager instead of MPD.
Ald. Pratt asked if the kitchen is open until close time.
The applicant said that it is open until 1:30am and that the establishment closes at 12AM on Sundays to be more conscious of the neighbors.
Ald. Moore said that this business is in a commercial corridor but that there are residences right behind and in front and that this is the only business that stays open late. She explained that at the meeting between 20-25 neighbors showed up, that the applicant listened to them while others remained anonymous. She added that after the meeting, her office received numerous emails and calls saying that he is not cooperating while the applicant has told her that has done things in order to keep her business operational.
Individuals in opposition:
Taylor Duval - 2343 N 56th St – said that nothing has been addressed since that meeting, that a patron was killed on May 5th and that it has not been mentioned. She added that there is violence, people fighting, illegal parking, sex acts on the alley, people drinking on the street and that she tried to talk to Ald. Moore before but that it has not happened. She added that this is a serious matter because it is the only business open at late hours. She also mentioned that the hours have not been cut yet.
There were people on the board who did not want to speak.
Ald. Moore said that there is a fear of retaliation and that she does not know what is going on.
Jacob Duval – 2343 N 56th St – said that this is a nightclub operating in residential area and that if food sales are what supposed to be like the plan of operations states, the applicant would not have any issue closing earlier in order to avoid many of the issues that neighbors have been experiencing. He added that the applicant agreed to cut back hours at 10pm at the meeting.
Ald. Moore said that it was a discussion about cutting hours but that it was not offered to be at 10pm and that she would like to have him to close at 12am Sun-Wed and at 1am Thu-Sat not to hurt his business.
Ald. Zamarripa asked the applicant if he is amenable to amend the hours as suggested by Ald. Moore.
The applicant agreed.
Ald. Westmoreland moved to amend the hours of operations to close at 12am Sun-Wed and at 1am Thu-Sat. There were no objections.
Ald. Westmoreland asked the applicant if he is willing to get rid of the Disc Jockey to get restarted somehow because it seems that there is patron with the nights with Disc Jockey and the calls for service. He also explained the applicant that he could work with temporary permits instead to also track down if there are any issues on those dates.
The applicant said that he does not want to get rid of the Disc Jockey but that he will turn the volume down.
Mrs. Enke - 2338 N 56th St – said that she has witnessed patrons that can barely walk, urinating on the street and multiple scenarios where people is visibly very intoxicated and that she is concerned about the way they are served alcohol.
Ald. Moore said that she wants business to thrive but along with the community needs and concerns.
Ald. Burgelis moved renewal as amended with a warning letter. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)
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Minutes note: 07 DHILLON, Baljinder S, Agent for "Fateh Quick Mart, Inc", Extended Hours Establishments, Filling Station, Food Dealer and Weights & Measures Licenses Renewal Application for "Fateh Quick Mart" at 3115 W FOND DU LAC Av. (Expires 12/11/2024)
Atty. Obviagele appeared on behalf of the applicant and said that this location has recent challenges including being victims of a crime and that they have worked with MPD and the local alderperson. He added that there is an abatement plan that has been completed and explained each of the points.
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Mrs. Lopez asked if a copy of the abatement plan can be submitted as part of the record.
Atty. Obviagele said that MPD and the City Attorney signed the document and wondered why is not part of the record.
Ms. Melendez mentioned that even if it was signed by those parts is not part of the record because the applicant did not submit it.
Atty. Obviagele provided an unsigned copy.
Atty. Gresham asked Atty. Obviagele to provide a signed copy for the record.
There were eight neighbors present to testify in favor. Ald. Obviagele waived the right to offer the testimony.
Ald. Jackson recommended a warning letter.
Ald. Burgelis moved approval with a warning letter. There were no objections. (Prevailed 4-0)
| AMENDED | Pass | 4:0 |
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Minutes note: ANDERSON, Alonso Class D Operator’s License Renewal Application
The applicant was not present.
Ald. Burgelis moved to hold the application to the call of the chair upon first nonappearance. There were no objections. (Prevailed 4-0) | HELD TO CALL OF THE CHAIR | Pass | 4:0 |
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Minutes note: CANADY, Zinzie Class D Operator’s License Renewal Application
The applicant was not present.
Ald. Burgelis moved to hold the application to the call of the chair upon first nonappearance. There were no objections. (Prevailed 4-0) | HELD TO CALL OF THE CHAIR | Pass | 4:0 |
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Minutes note: CHUNG. Samantha A. Class D Operator’s License Renewal Application
The applicant was not present.
Ald. Burgelis moved to hold the application to the call of the chair upon first nonappearance. There were no objections. (Prevailed 4-0) | HELD TO CALL OF THE CHAIR | Pass | 4:0 |
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Minutes note: 09 SCHROEDER, Erik S, Agent for "MKEATIN LLC", Extended Hours Establishments and Food Dealer Licenses Renewal Application for "McDonald's" at 7130 N 76th St. (Expires 1/16/2025)
The applicant was present and said that he addressed item 8 from the police report at last year’s hearing and that the shooting was not related to the business, that it was about people who took over the parking lot to resolve issues.
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Ald. Taylor asked the applicant what happened with the employee who was fired (item 11).
The applicant said that she was terminated.
Ald. Taylor said that she has no objections and that the applicant is a great community partner to work with and that she has no objections.
There were no neighbors present to testify.
Ald. Pratt moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)
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Minutes note: 06 CAMPBELL, Tamyra C, Agent for "Anomaly Catering LLC", Food Dealer License Transfer Application with Change of Hours From Opening 8AM Mon-Fri and 10AM Sat and Closing 3PM Mon-Wed, 8PM Thu and 10PM Fri-Sat; To Open 7AM and Close 11:59PM Everyday for "Anomaly Catering" at 3800 N Teutonia Av.
The applicant was not present.
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Ald. Pratt said that this business got burglarized and then someone ran into the store and that it might be the reason why they are not here.
Ms. Dantzler (LAS for Ald. Coggs) said that Ald. Pratt is right and that they have sent resources to see if they can help.
Ald. Pratt moved to hold the application to the call of the chair upon second nonappearance. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)
| HELD TO CALL OF THE CHAIR | Pass | 5:0 |
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Minutes note: 06 DOTY, Tra-don, Agent for "Elite Auto Sales and Repairs LLC", Secondhand Motor Vehicle Dealer's License Renewal Application for "Elite Auto Sales and Repairs LLC" at 632 E CENTER St. (Expires 7/6/2025)
The applicant was present and said that the vehicle listed on the police report was sitting there since April and that he could not sell it because of the type (leather seats) and that he thought that he had a right to titled it. He added that there is a misunderstanding because he owns a flat bed and that he does not pick up vehicles so there is no record for this vehicle.
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Officer Felix said that it was a stolen vehicle.
The applicant said that it was a dropped off vehicle and that he did not pick it up.
Ms. Dantzler asked who dropped off the vehicle.
The applicant said that it was a man who dropped it off but according to Officer Felix the owner was a female.
Ms. Dantzler asked the applicant if he has the paperwork when the vehicle was dropped off.
The applicant said that he showed Officer Felix the invoice that was presented to him when they met in downtown.
Ms. Dantzler asked if there are any citations issued to the business.
Sgt. Velasquez said that no citations were issued because they cannot prove that there was any wrongdoing.
Ms. Dantzler said that Ald. Coggs recommends approval with a warning letter.
There were no neighbors present to testify.
Ald. Westmoreland moved approval with a warning letter. (Prevailed 3-1)
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Minutes note: 06 MULTANI, Swaran S, Agent for "S & V PETROLEUM, INC", Extended Hours Establishments, Filling Station, Food Dealer and Weights & Measures Licenses Renewal Application for "CAPITOL CITGO" at 425 E CAPITOL DR. (Expires 1/16/2025)
Atty. Bobot appeared on behalf of the applicant and said that his client has been a victim of a burglary and that they have cooperated with this item as well.
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Ms. Dantzler said that they recommend continuing working with police and vigilant of their own safety. She added that Ald. Coggs has no objections.
There were no neighbors present to testify.
Ald. Pratt moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 4-0)
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Minutes note: 06 GILL, Sandeep S, Agent for "Gas N Go Enterprises, Inc.", Extended Hours Establishments, Filling Station, Food Dealer and Weights & Measures Licenses Renewal Application for "Gas N Go Enterprises, Inc." at 1909 W Hopkins St. (Expires 1/31/2025)
The applicant was present and said that he sent an abatement plan this morning.
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Ms. Dantzler said that Ald. Coggs met with the applicant to review the abatement plan and asked him to continue the collaboration with MPD and her office. She added that Ald. Coggs has no objections.
There were no neighbors present to testify.
Ald. Zamarripa confirmed that the abatement plan has been added to the file.
Ald. Westmoreland moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)
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Minutes note: 06 OWAIS, Mohammad, Agent for "Action Food & Liquor LLC", Class A Malt & Class A Liquor and Food Dealer Licenses Renewal Application for "Action Food & Liquor" at 3455 N Martin L King Jr DR. (Expired 11/2/2024)
The applicant was present along with Atty. Bobot.
Atty. Bobot said that the manager keeps a handgun at the store for safety reasons and as the police report says, they never used neither pointed at anyone. He added that regarding the item that happened on 10/19/2024 where the employee lost his life, he added that they did not see it coming, that it was totally unexpected.
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Ms. Dantzler asked the applicant to continue working with police and that Ald. Coggs has no objections.
There were no neighbors present to testify.
Ald. Westmoreland moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)
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Minutes note: 08 FLORES CAMPOS, Elizabeth V, Agent for "Flautas Y Chilaquiles Los Villa LLC", Class B Tavern License Application for "Flautas Y Chilaquiles Los Villa" at 3530 W National Av.
The applicant was present with Israel Villareal (husband). The applicant explained that the item on the police report was a mistake that it was resolved. She added that she wants to offer alcoholic drinks with the meals.
There were no neighbors present to testify.
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Ald. Zamarripa said that she is very supportive of this example of starting with a food truck to moving into a permanent location.
Ald. Zamarripa moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)
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Minutes note: 08 BROWN, Brian, Agent for "WALGREEN CO", Food Dealer License Renewal Application for "WALGREENS #07809" at 2625 W NATIONAL Av. (Expires 1/16/2025)
Atty. Molly Woodford appeared on behalf of the applicant to explain that the location has closed and that they are voluntarily withdrawing the application.
Ald. Zamarripa moved to accept the withdrawal of the application. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)
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Minutes note: 08 GUTIERREZ GARNICA, Angel, Agent for "El Jalapeno Restaurant, LLC", Class B Tavern, Public Entertainment Premises and Food Dealer Licenses Renewal Application with Change of Hours Sun-Sat From Opening 6:30AM To Open 6AM for "El Jalapeno Restaurant LLC" at 2106 W National Av. (Expires 12/3/2024)
The applicant appeared with Atty. Arena and Ms. Gutierrez as interpreter.
The meeting paused at 3:40 pm.
The meeting reconvened at 3:46 pm.
Mr. Christian Vergara appeared as interpreter.
Atty. Gresham asked the applicant to waive that Mr. Vergara is not a certified court interpreter.
Atty. Arena accepted.
The police report was read and translated simultaneously.
Atty. Arena said that the applicant met with him a month ago along with his son, that there is no question that it is a troubling police report and talked to the applicant about what can be done in order to prevent all those situations. He added that they have upgraded the surveillance system, that they have posted warning signs like if people is asked to leave they are not allowed to come back, etc. He also mentioned that they have a competent person at the door to check ids and that they are requesting to close at midnight.
Ald. Zamarripa moved to amend the application to open at 6am and close at 12am Sun-Sat per applicant’s request. There were no objections.
Ald. Zamarripa said that this applicant was brought before the committee for a revocation of the extended hours license and that for years, they received complaints about this establishment serving after hours and that they could not prove it until MPD conducted the undercover cooperation. She also mentioned that after the revocation, the applicant served an underage person. She said that she is very disappointed because her wife was complaining about safety issues in the neighborhood, that she was able to feel his wife’s pain when the applicant has been part of the problem in the community. She said that she recognizes that closing early is the right direction but that she is very disappointed still.
Ald. Spiker asked what is being done in order to stop serving people after hours.
The applicant said that they will close at 12am now.
Ald. Spiker asked how is he going to prevent that no drinks are served after 12am.
The applicant said that he will have rules and that he will fire any employees breaking the rules and that there has not been any issues after the revocation hearing.
Ald. Spiker asked what changed then.
The applicant said that closing at 12am.
Ald. Burgelis asked the applicant if he is disputing item 30.
The applicant said that the waiter only served alcohol to the police officer.
Ald. Burgelis asked what happened with that waiter.
The applicant said that he has fired her.
Ald. Zamarripa read for the record an e-mail dated on 2014, the first complaint received about this establishment serving alcohol after hours. She also said that all of the items on the police report happened while he was there because the police report says that he, the agent, was there. She also asked the applicant how many cameras has installed.
The applicant said that there are 3 inside and 2 outside.
Atty. Arena mentioned that they improved the light as well.
Ald. Zamarripa moved to amend the application to include five surveillance cameras. There were no objections.
There were no neighbors present to testify.
Ald. Zamarripa moved approval as amended with a warning letter. (Prevailed 3-2)
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Minutes note: 08 MARTINEZ, Antonio, Agent for "EL Inferno LLC", Class B Tavern and Public Entertainment Premises Licenses Renewal Application Removing 1 Pool Table (Total of 1) and Adding 1 Amusement Machine (Total of 4) for "EL Inferno" at 2000 W Mitchell St. (Expires 12/13/2024)
The applicant was not present.
Ald. Zamarripa moved to hold the application to the call of the chair upon the applicant’s request. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)
| HELD TO CALL OF THE CHAIR | Pass | 5:0 |
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04 DOHERTY, Brian M, Agent for "SP PLUS CORPORATION", Parking Lot License Application for "SP PLUS" at 300 N VAN BUREN St.
04 VAN LANDINGHAM-FORD, Sabrina, Agent for "Hope 4 Faith Resale Boutique LLC", Secondhand Dealer's License Application for "Hope 4 Faith Resale Boutique" at 2733 W Vliet St.
08 CASSIANO AMAYA, Erick V, Agent for "ST RAFAEL THE ARCHANGEL", Loading Zone License Renewal Application with Change of Agent for "ST RAFAEL THE ARCHANGEL" at 2059 S 33RD St.
Ald. Zamarripa moved approval of the 'Agenda Only" items. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0) | AMENDED | Pass | 5:0 |
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01 BRAICH, Harjinder S, Agent for "Loves Supermarket II LLC", Class A Malt & Class A Liquor and Food Dealer Licenses Renewal Application for "Loves Supermarket II LLC" at 2305 W Atkinson Av.
Ald. Zamarripa moved approval of the "Warning Letter" item. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0) | AMENDED | Pass | 5:0 |
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Minutes note: Ald. Zamarripa moved approval of the file 241223 as amended. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0) | RECOMMENDED FOR APPROVAL | Pass | 5:0 |
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