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Minutes note: 13 BEG, Kalim M, Extended Hours Establishments, Filling Station, Food Dealer and Weights & Measures License Renewal Applications for "HOWARD MOBIL" at 1930 W HOWARD Av. (Expires 10/12/2022)
The applicant was present who said that they have posted the signs regarding the items on the police report.
Individuals also present:
Ald. Spiker asked where the no loitering signs are.
The applicant said that the signs are on the east side of the building.
Ald. Spiker said that he was at the store yesterday and that he did not see the signs. He added that he is concerned because of the extended hours license, and that he also contacted the applicant regarding the poor landscaping situation and that he did not receive the plan that the applicant said that he was going to submit. He moved to hold this application until the applicant works along in order to preserve the safety and the beauty of the park and neighborhood.
Ald. Spiker moved to hold the application to the call of the chair. There were no objections. (Prevailed 4-0)
Ald. Perez joined the meeting at 9:25 am
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Minutes note: 13 COOK, Thomas M, Agent for "Pacific Bells LLC", Extended Hours Establishment and Food Dealer License Renewal Applications with Change of Hours From Closing Mon - Thur at 1AM and Fri - Sun at 2AM; To Close Sun - Thur at 2AM and Fri & Sat at 3AM for "Taco Bell #31507" at 6268 S 27th St. (Expires 11/1/2022)
Atty. Richard Donner on behalf of the applicant.
Individuals also present:
Ald. Spiker asked about the new hours.
Atty. Donner said that they are shifting an hour later.
Ald. Spiker asked if these hours are for the drive thru or lobby.
Atty. Donner said that it is for the drive thru only.
Mr. Cooney said that they received a clarification that the lobby closes at 8PM.
Ald. Spiker said that he has no objections and moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)
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Minutes note: 10 MC CULLUM, Shayvon, Agent for "PRESSED CAFE, LLC", Public Entertainment Premises and Food Dealer License Applications Requesting Community Workshops, Painting, Poetry Readings and Comedy Acts for "PRESSED CAFE" at 235 N 36TH St.
The applicant was present who said that her business plan is a coffee shop with community workshops.
Individuals also present:
Ms. Byrne from the 10th district’s office said that Ald. Murphy held the neighborhood meeting and that they are all in support.
Ald. Borkowski moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)
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Minutes note: 08 RADJENOVICH, Andrew C, Agent for "MKE SUPPERCLUB LLC", Class B Tavern and Food Dealer License Applications for "Jackson Grill" at 3736 W Mitchell St.
The applicant was present.
Individuals also present:
Ald. Zamarripa said that she is in support of this supper club.
Ald. Perez moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)
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Minutes note: 08 QUTOUM, Lutfi E, Agent for "4 Season Automotive LLC", Secondhand Motor Vehicle Dealer's License Application for "4 Season Auto" at 1911 W MITCHELL St.
The applicant was not present.
Mr. Cooney said that the applicant contacted the office requesting the item to be held.
Ald. Dodd moved to hold the application to the call of the chair. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)
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Minutes note: 01 JOHNSON, Judy M, Agent for "Aldi, Inc (Wisconsin)", Food Dealer License Renewal Application with Change of Agent for "ALDI #14" at 5301 N HOPKINS St. (Expires 10/14/2022)
The applicant was not present.
Ald. Dodd moved to hold the application to the call of chair for first nonappearance. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)
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Minutes note: 01 SANGHA, Rajmaninder SINGH, Agent for "Sahej & Saheb LLC", Extended Hours Establishments and Weights & Measures License Renewal Applications Adding Stockholder and Transfer of Stock for "Citgo" at 4928 W Villard Av. (Expired 9/21/2022)
The applicant was not present.
Ald. Dodd moved to hold the application to the call of chair for first nonappearance. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)
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Minutes note: 01 SINGH, Sukhwinder, Agent for "Green Bay Food & Liquor Inc", Class A Malt & Class A Liquor and Food Dealer License Renewal Applications with Change of Hours From Opening at 9AM Sun - Sat; To Open at 8AM Sun - Sat for "JJ Liquor" at 4173-4175 N Green Bay Av. (Expires 10/15/2022)
The applicant was present.
Individuals also present:
Ald. Spiker asked the reason for change of hours.
The applicant said neighbors have asked for it.
Ald. Borkowski moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)
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Minutes note: 01 SINGH, Rajwinder, Agent for "HAMPTON MEAT MARKET INC.", Class A Fermented Malt Beverage License Renewal Application for "HAMPTON MEAT MARKET" at 5308 W Hampton Av. (Expires 11/3/2022)
The applicant was not present.
Ald. Spiker moved to hold the application to the call of chair for first nonappearance. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)
The meeting paused at 9:42 pm
The meeting reconvened at 9:50 am
| HELD TO CALL OF THE CHAIR | Pass | 5:0 |
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Minutes note: 01 NAGRA, Gurinder S, Agent for "Silver Spring Petro Mart BP, Inc", Filling Station, Food Dealer and Weights & Measures License Applications for "Silver Spring Petro Mart BP" at 3606 W Silver Spring DR.
The applicant was not present.
Ald. Borkowski moved to hold the application to the call of the chair for first nonappearance. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)
Ald. Borkowski moved to reconsider the application at 10:10 am.
The applicant was present now.
Individuals in opposition:
Cassandra Cofer – 5643 N 36th St – said that she lives five houses down and that this business will bring down the neighborhood. She said that she is concerned about the items on the police report and, that the business do not care about the neighbors, and that there is another gas station across the same street.
Mr. Cooney said that there is an agreement with Boza for closing at 10PM every day.
The applicant said that he wants to withdraw the applications.
Ald. Spiker moved to accept the withdrawal of the applications. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)
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Minutes note: 01 JABBAR, Nael N, Agent for "BABA'S GRILL LLC", Food Dealer License Renewal Application for "BABA'S GRILL" at 4383 N 27TH St. (Expired 8/20/2022)
The applicant was present along with Atty. Jeffrey Guerard who said that the shooting on the police report had nothing to do with the business.
Individuals also present:
Ald. Borkowski asked regarding the complaint about the spoiled food.
Atty. Guerard said that the vendor did not change/rotate the product but that the customer got a total refund for the expired product.
Ald. Spiker moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)
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Minutes note: 01 SEPHUS, Laronda M, Agent for "LSTSSOLUTIONS, LLC", Waiver Request of the Time Limit To Receive a License for the Class B Tavern and Public Entertainment Premises License Applications for "Tony's on Villard" at 3506-3510 W Villard Av.
The applicant was not present.
Ald. Dodd moved to hold the application to the call of the chair for first nonappearance. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)
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Minutes note: 03 FOWLER, Curtis W, Agent for "Colectivo Coffee Roasters Inc", Class B Tavern and Public Entertainment Premises License Renewal Applications with Change of Agent for "Colectivo Coffee Roasters Inc" at 2211 N Prospect Av. (Expires 10/18/2022)
The applicant was not present.
Ald. Perez moved to hold the application to the call of the chair for first nonappearance. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)
The meeting paused at 9:57 am
The meeting reconvened at 10:10 am
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Minutes note: 09 EUELL-MOSLEY, Annette, Agent for "MEGA MARTS, LLC", Permanent Extension of Premises Application for Alcohol Relocating the 2 Pick Up Parking Spots to the North of Entrances for "PICK 'N SAVE #418" at 7401 W GOOD HOPE Rd.
The applicant was not present.
Ald. Borkowski moved to hold the application to the call of the chair. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)
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Minutes note: 09 RAMIREZ VELASQUEZ, Victor M, Agent for "El Tenampa LLC", Class B Tavern and Food Dealer License Renewal Applications for "El Tenampa Mexican Grill & Cantina" at 8660 N 107TH St. (Expired 9/25/2022)
The applicant was present along with Atty. Brooke Houston who said that her client deescalated the situation with no citations or issues in the past.
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Ald. Perez moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)
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Minutes note: 09 THORNE, Raymond P, Agent for "Rill Investments LLC", Food Dealer and Food Peddler License Applications for "Rill Good Dogs" at 8103 W TOWER Av.
The applicant was present who said that he made a wrong decision when he was 19 years old, and that he has done everything to switch things around like buying a home, and creating opportunities for others and himself. He also said that he is working hard to be a productive member of society.
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Ald. Perez moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)
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Minutes note: 09 MARTIN, Cyrena J, Agent for "Mahlys Deli LLC", Food Dealer License Renewal Application with Change of Hours From Opening at 7AM and Closing at 9PM Sun - Sat; To Open at 10 AM Sat & Sun and at 9:30AM Mon, Tue, Thur & Fri and To Close at 6PM Sat & Sun; and at 8PM Mon, Tue, Thur & Fri for "Mahly's Deli" at 6011 W Bradley Rd. (expires 9/12/2023)
The applicant was present.
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Ald. Borkowski moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)
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Minutes note: 09 SINGH, Satwinder, Agent for "MILWAUKEE BANQUET LLC", Waiver Request of the Time Limit To Receive a License for the Class B Tavern, Public Entertainment Premises and Food Dealer License Applications for "Indian Pub and Dining" at 8603 W Brown Deer Rd.
The applicant was not present.
Ald. Spiker moved to hold the application to the call of the chair. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)
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Minutes note: 09 PATEL, Alpesh B, Agent for "107 LLC", Class B Tavern, Food Dealer and Public Entertainment Premises License Renewal Applications for "Bar107" at 8775 N 107th St. (Expires 9/21/2022)
The applicant was present along with Atty. Michael Maistelman who said regarding the police report that there were a number of tavern checks and that his client was cooperative always. He added that the shooting incident is unfortunate and that they cannot control people bringing guns on the parking lot but that they do check patrons entering the premises.
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Ald. Spiker asked the applicant regarding item 29 – when the patrons left intoxicated – if the driver was overserved at the bar.
The applicant said this person was intoxicated and that he does not know how to control the level of alcohol.
Ald. Spiker said that a breath analyzer would help.
Ald. Spiker asked regarding the item involving the shooting, what the procedures are when a fight breaks up.
The applicant said that all security guards were with both parties and that they took turns escorting out the parties but that the fist party was waiting for the second party to come out and that is when the shooting happened.
Atty. Maistelman said that eight or nine guards were there that night.
Ald. Perez asked the applicant if he was there that night.
The applicant said that he was not there but that the manager was.
Ald. Perez asked if he uses promoters and disc jockeys and if the manager is licensed.
The applicant said that he does not uses promoters and that the disc jockey is there on Fri and Sat. nights and that the manager is not licensed.
Mr. Cooney said that the manager license is to appoint someone while the agent is not involved on the daily operations.
The applicant said that he is there on a daily basis and that he might leave early sometimes.
Ald. Coggs recommended having a licensed manager as well.
Atty. Maistelman said that they would like to amend the plan of operations to have a licensed manager.
Individuals in opposition:
Jeremy Vanderloop – 79 Pioneer Rd, Fond Du Lac, WI – said that he has submitted a detailed objection to the license division and that he was also present at the 2018 hearing.
Atty. Maistelman – said that he objects to this testimony because it is from 2018.
Ald. Coggs asked Atty. Vanderloop to continue with his testimony based on the first-hand experience.
A discussion started about the use of the objection and evidence presented in previous years.
Atty. Vanderloop said that this is not a one or last year problem but a persisting problem with garbage, loitering, drug use on his client’s property and parking lot and asked the committee to take a look to the photos as he was doing a narrative of them.
Atty. Maistelman said that he did not heard about any calls made by Atty. Vanderloop and his client reporting these issues.
Atty. Vanderloop said that they have also provided videos and photos to the police and that they reported the parking situations to the police.
Atty. Maistelman asked Atty. Vanderloop if he and his client made any calls to the police report on the past licensing period.
Atty. Vanderloop said that the police were contacted.
Ald. Perez mentioned that the objections says that they have submitted the calls for service.
Mr. Cooney said that those calls are from previous years and that is why are not included in this file and that this premises was licensed with the same type of license before.
Mr. Fleisner – 10721 W Brown Deer Pl – said that he is the business owner that has been affected by the patrons from Bar107. He added that what he sees on the surveillance cameras on Fridays and Saturdays nights is patrons and party buses parked blocking his business entrance and that are no security guards from Bar107 outside. He said that his company trucks come at any time to unload industrial stuff and that they cannot get in there because of this persisting situation and that the drivers do not feel safe when dealing with these patrons. He also mentioned that he has posted no parking signs and that the signs are removed all the time.
Ald. Borkowski said that if drivers feel unsafe, it is a matter of public safety and that the police must show up. He also recommended to hire armed security.
Mr. Fleisner said that he pays millions in taxes to the city and he does not see why he needs to pay more in order to conduct business and that he hired one security guard who left because he did not feel safe.
Ald. Spiker asked Mr. Fleisner if he has thought about hiring a towing service company but he supported Mr. Fleisner opinion about having to pay more revenue in order to control the patrons from other businesses.
Atty. Maistelman asked if the parking issue is the only issue with his client.
Mr. Fleisner said that it is not the only issue, that there is garbage, needles thrown at his property, people urinating, etc.
Mr. Rick -10720 W Brown Deer Pl – manager of the affected business - said that he called the parking enforcement and that they were told that they are too far from the parking enforcement area and that is why they don’t come for the parking issues. He added that said that most of the issues they are not seen until the next morning when they review the surveillance video. He said that they have called the police for issues that happened overnight and that as a matter of fact, the police have come to his parking lot to give citations to vehicles parked at 6am and running with people intoxicated inside . He also said that the no parking signs are taken down frequently.
Atty. Maistelman asked if they were advised to hire their own towing company by the parking enforcement.
Mr. Rick said that they were not given any further advice on how to address the parking situation except for putting the signs up.
Ald. Borkowski asked why the county has been mentioned and that he wants to make sure that everyone understands the jurisdiction and that the county and sheriff’s department have nothing to do with this.
Ald. Coggs asked Mr. Fleisner how long has been in the business.
Mr. Fleisner said that about 8 years.
Ald. Spiker said that this year’s incidences are supposed to be considered for this hearing but it seems that this business has had issues on the past years and that he wonders if this is a pattern and asked the applicant what has changed in the last year to prevent these issues (the shooting incidences precisely).
Atty. Maistelman said that they have submitted a mitigation plan, which is attached to the file and that they have a new scanner ID, more cameras and that are using flash lights to search in bags/purses. He also said that they need to look up at the premises when they are lit up to see if additional lighting around the premises.
Ald. Spiker mentioned that the signs about the allowed age and capacity were not visible according to the police report.
The applicant said that they are visible now.
Ald. Perez asked what is different with the new ID scanners
Atty. Maistelman said it is a higher technology to ensure that they have all the information they need to be shared with MPD.
Ald. Perez said that this applicant is here again for the same reasons that in the past and that it does not seem that the applicant is handling the business properly. He added that the remedies are just repackaged and that they make no difference.
Ald. Coggs asked Atty. Maistelman if they can have a security guard directing people not to park on the neighbor’s entrance and parking lot and to redirect traffic with cones on the street.
Ald. Spiker moved to amend the plan of operations to include a security guard directing traffic and ensuring that patrons do not park on private property and to post signs as well. There were no objections.
Ald. Perez asked what kind of disciplinary actions has been granted to this business.
Mr. Cooney said that a warning letter in the past 4 years.
Ald. Perez said that he just wants to put it on the record that only warning letters have been granted to this business even with the shootings. He also said that considering what he heard today and that the mitigation for the problems are just a patch of the past remedies and that looking at the fact that someone was killed at the property and that he did not hear anything substantial to stop these issues he moved for a 30 day suspension that in his opinion, should have been recommended before.
Ald. Perez moved renewal with a 30 day suspension based upon on the police report, applicant and neighbor testimony. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)
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Minutes note: 02 JAMERSON-COLBERT, Cleatrice, Disabled Loading Zone License Application at 7016 W Medford Av.
The applicant was not present.
Ald. Spiker moved to hold the application to the call of the chair.
Ald. Borkowski said that he objects to this motion since this type of license does not require much from the City. (Prevailed 4-1)
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Minutes note: 02 NELSON SLOCUM, Lauren L, Agent for "Anchorage Homes Adult Day Center, LLC", Loading Zone License Application for "Anchorage Adult Day Center" at 6435 W CAPITOL DR.
The applicant was not present.
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Ald. Borkowski moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)
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Minutes note: 02 SMITH, Rochelle R, Agent for "Mega Marts, LLC", Class A Malt & Class A Liquor, Public Entertainment Premises, Food Dealer and Weights & Measures License Transfer Applications with Change of Agent for "Pick N Save #6365" at 5700 W Capitol DR.
The applicant was not present.
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Minutes note: 02 PARKER, Purvis, Agent for "Perfect Auto's Sales LLC", Secondhand Motor Vehicle Dealer's License Application for "Perfect Auto's Sales LLC" at 9130 W APPLETON Av.
The applicant was present.
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Ald. Borkowski moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)
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Minutes note: 05 BURNS, Charles, Agent for "Wal-Mart Stores East LP", Class A Malt & Class A Liquor and Food Dealer License Renewal Applications with Change of Agent for "Walmart #2936" at 10330 W SILVER SPRING DR. (Expired 9/24/2022)
The applicant was present.
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Ald. Dodd moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)
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Minutes note: 05 PATEL, Alpesh N, Agent for "Lovers Lane Road, LLC", Hotel/Motel License Renewal Application for "Hampton Inn" at 5601 N LOVERS LANE. (Expired 9/21/2021)
The applicant was not present.
Ald. Dodd moved to hold the application to the call of the chair for first nonappearance. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)
The meeting paused at 12:42 pm
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Minutes note: LEIN, Richard A Class D Operator’s License Application
The applicant was not present.
Ald. Spiker moved to hold the application to the call of the chair for first nonappearance. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0) | HELD TO CALL OF THE CHAIR | Pass | 5:0 |
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Minutes note: ZIELINSKI, Pablo Class D Operator’s License Renewal Application
The applicant was not present.
Ald. Dodd moved to hold the application to the call of the chair for first nonappearance. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0) | HELD TO CALL OF THE CHAIR | Pass | 5:0 |
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Minutes note: 15 KAUR, Charanjit, Agent for "2900 WEST LISBON LLC", Class A Malt & Class A Liquor License Renewal Application for "Lisbon Liquor and Food Mart" at 2900 W LISBON Av. (Expires 10/17/2022)
The applicant was present along with Atty. Vincent Bobot
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Mr. Ellzey from the 15th District's office - said that he has seen some e-mails from other businesses on the block complaining about the exterior of the building and the lifting and heavy prostitution activity.
Atty. Bobot said that he has spoken with Ald. Stamper and that there is a plan regarding rehabilitating the exterior for next year.
Mr. Ellzey said that he wants to make sure that the security guard and the exterior improvements are part of the plan of operations because they have asked for the same things in the past, and nothing has been done. He requested to hold the application until the amended plan of operations is received.
Ald. Spiker moved to hold the application to the call of the chair. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)
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Minutes note: 15 BENSON, Gracie M Your Public Entertainment Premises License Application Requesting Motion Pictures, DJ (Events Only), Cartoon Mascots Characters. Karaoke and Poetry Readings for "Next Level" at 4411 W NORTH Av.
The applicant was present who said that the item on the police report was more a sort of a disagreement.
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Mr. Ellzey said that this is a new business with no objections.
Ald. Borkowski moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)
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Minutes note: 07 NGUYEN, Sheila T, Agent for "OPTIONS LLC", Class B Tavern, Public Entertainment Premises and Food Dealer License Applications Requesting Disc Jockey, Jukebox, 2 Amusement Machines, Poetry Readings, Comedy Acts, Patrons Dancing and 2 Pool Tables for "Options Restaurant & Lounge" at 4747 N HOPKINS St.
The applicant was present and said that the items on the police report are building violations that have been corrected.
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Ald. Rainey said that he has an objection with the hours of operation and asked the applicant to amend them.
The applicant agreed to amend the hours of operation.
Ald. Dodd moved to amend the hours of operation to close Fri & Sat at 2:30 AM; and Sun - Thur at 12:00AM.
Ald. Borkowski moved approval as amended. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)
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Minutes note: 07 AHMAD, Omar, Agent for "41 CAPITOL LLC", Food Dealer License Renewal Application for "NYPD New York Pizza Delivery" at 4103 W CAPITOL DR. (expires 9/21/2023)
The applicant was present along with Atty. Jeffrey Guerard who said that the incident on the police report was about an issue that has nothing to do with the business.
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Ald. Rainey said that he recommends renewal with a warning letter.
Ald. Spiker moved renewal with a warning letter based on the police report. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)
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Minutes note: 06 JACKSON, Ebony M, Agent for "E&D'S QUIK STOP LLC", Class A Fermented Malt Beverage License Application for "E&D'S QUIK STOP LLC" at 3806 N VEL R PHILLIPS Av.
The applicant was not present.
Ald. Perez moved to hold the application to the call of the chair for first nonappearance. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)
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Minutes note: 06 NAZAR, Keefah, Agent for "Rolling Smoke Auto LLC", Class A Fermented Malt and Food Dealer License Applications for "Freedom Grocery" at 2909 N Holton St.
The applicant was present and said that the item on the police report happened when he was young, and that he has done a lot to move forward.
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Ald. Coggs said that she did not have time to meet with the applicant and requested that the item be held.
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Ihsan Atta - 3351 N Holton St – said that he is the property owner, and that the reason for the change of ownership is due that the current owner got sick. He added that he supports this application, and that they have been waiting to get this applicant ready to get started.
Ald. Borkowski moved to hold the application to the call of the chair.There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)
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Minutes note: 06 STEWART, Jessica P, Class B Tavern and Public Entertainment Premises License Renewal Applications for "STEWART'S REST SPOT" at 1422 W ATKINSON Av. (Expires 10/11/2022)
The applicant was present and said that the altercation incident listed on the police report was taken outside of the premises, and that she did not hear the shots. She added that she reminds her patrons to follow up the parking signs or that cars will be towed.
Ald. Coggs asked the applicant to put a sign inside the establishment for not parking on the side of the city property or that the vehicle will be towed.
Ald. Spiker moved to amend the plan of operations by adding the sign inside the premises warning the patrons where not to park.
Ald. Coggs recommended renewal with the contingency to keep working with the police and to comply with the amendment.
Ald. Borkowski moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)
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Minutes note: 06 KELLY, Tanisha, Agent for "Penthouse LLC", Class B Tavern and Public Entertainment Premises License Renewal Applications for "Penthouse Lounge" at 3621 N TEUTONIA Av. (Expires 11/11/2022)
The applicant was not present.
Mr. Cooney said that the applicant requested that this item be held.
Ald. Coggs thanked the neighbors for being here and explained that their testimony cannot be heard if the agent and/or attorney are not present.
Ald. Perez moved to hold the application to the call of the chair. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)
The meeting paused at 2:03 pm
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| HELD TO CALL OF THE CHAIR | Pass | 5:0 |
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Minutes note: 06 SINGH, Ashhar, Agent for "DEAR N BEER FOOD LLC", Class A Fermented Malt, Food Dealer and Weights & Measures License Applications for "DEAR N BEER FOOD" at 1901 W Atkinson Av.
The applicant was present along with Mr. Singh (owner since 2005).
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Ald. Coggs said that she did not have a chance to meet with the applicant and requested to hold the application.
Ald. Borkowski moved to hold the application to the call of the chair. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)
The meeting paused at 2:17 pm
The meeting reconvened at 2:24 pm
| HELD TO CALL OF THE CHAIR | Pass | 5:0 |
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Minutes note: 12 SANCHEZ, Daniel, Agent for "Integrity Auto Sales & Repairs Inc", Secondhand Motor Vehicle Dealer's License Renewal Application for "Integrity Auto Sales & Repair" at 111 E MINERAL St. (Expired 8/31/2022)
The applicant was not present.
Ald. Perez mentioned that the applicant was on the board a little earlier and 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 VELASCO GARCIA, Joel, Class B Tavern and Public Entertainment Premises License Renewal Applications with Change of Hours From Opening at 3PM Fri - Sun; To Open at 7AM Fri - Sun for "El Pelon Bar" at 1832 S 13TH St. (Expires 10/21/2022)
The applicant was present along with Teresa Lopez as interpreter.
Individuals also present:
Ald. Perez said that this application was flagged for committee for complaints from the patrons when they leave, and asked the applicant what is he doing to avoid these issues in the future.
The applicant said that even when the bar is not open; there are cars racing and people being loud and that people gather around the food trucks as well.
Ald. Perez said that he is aware of the gathering and activities around El Rey Food Mart, and moved approval with a warning letter based on the police report, and because the complaining neighbor was not present. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)
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Minutes note: 12 GAZINSKI, Colin J, Agent for "Canni LLC", Class B Tavern and Public Entertainment Premises License Applications Requesting Instrumental Musicians, Disc Jockey, Bands and Poetry Readings for "Canni" at 810 S 5TH St.
The applicant was present.
Individuals also present:
Ald. Perez said that he has been at the location and that he has talked to the applicant. He said that this is a unique experience, and asked the applicant what’s the plan with the open area to keep the neighbors happy.
The applicant said that he has shared his telephone number and that he is always a call or a text away, and that the open bar will close earlier.
Ald. Perez moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)
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Minutes note: 12 MALDONADO, Julio C, Agent for "Keen Hospitality Group LLC", Class B Tavern, Public Entertainment Premises, Food Dealer and Sidewalk Dining License Renewal Applications with Transfer of Stock for "Snifters" at 606 & 610 S 5th St. (Expired 9/2/2022)
The applicant was present who said that the incidents from the police report have more to do with the security company that is no longer working for them, and that they have switched services. He added that they never have had issues in the 5 years of doing business.
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Ald. Perez asked the applicant what were the issues with the security company.
The applicant said that issues like not checking IDs, leaving people to hang out when they were not supposed to be there, etc.
Ald. Perez asked what has been done different now.
The applicant said that he has changed the security company, spread out the guards, and that he is not opening everyday also due a shortage of staff. He also said that the locked door issue has been corrected, and that they are trying to address the car break-ins issues with other businesses.
Ald. Spiker asked about the capacity being 168 at the moment of the incident when it was supposed to be 99.
The applicant said that the capacity has been 320 since he started the business.
Mr. Cooney said that the capacity is 99 and that the applicant should amend the plan of operations/floor plan.
Ald. Perez moved approval with a warning letter. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)
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Minutes note: 12 GOMEZ-ORTIZ, Francisco, Agent for "CANTARITOS BAR, LLC", Class B Tavern and Public Entertainment Premises License Renewal Applications for "Passion Nightclub" at 1566-1570 S MUSKEGO Av. (Expires 10/11/2022)
The applicant was present along with the interpreter Pauline Well who said that the items on the police report are true and correct. He added that the door locked by itself and that he reopened as soon as he noticed it that it was locked after the situation was under control. He also said that they are trying to avoid underage patrons, but patrons were forcing their way in regarding the item 2.
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Ald. Perez asked what happened when they tried to gather the video surveillance.
Officer Novak said that they were able to retrieve it but that it is not reflected on the police report.
Ald. Spiker said that without a PA-33, they are not able to compare the applicant’s version like has happened before and wanted to point out that the communication breaks somehow in between.
Ald. Perez said that he has spoken to the applicant, that he has agreed to wand male and females equally, and that someone will be fully responsible of the door to avoid incidents like item 2., and recommended approval with a warning letter.
Ald. Spiker moved renewal with a warning letter based on the police report. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)
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Minutes note: 12 LOERA SOLIS, Amelia B, Agent for "Creative Increase LLC", Class B Tavern and Public Entertainment Premises License Applications Requesting Instrumental Musicians, Disc Jockey, Karaoke, Poetry Readings, Comedy Acts, Dancing by Performers and Patrons Dancing for "Vieux" at 1619 S 1st St.
The applicant was present.
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Ald. Perez said that this application was held before so the applicant could reach out the neighbors.
The applicant said that she reached out to neighbors with a flyer and knocking at the doors, and that she did not hear back from any neighbor about not being on board. She also said that she listed her personal telephone number on the flyer.
Ald. Perez asked why the applicant is keeping the business name as the previous one.
The applicant said it is just to keep the familiarity with the location but that she will have a very different business plan and that is not the same spelling.
Ald. Perez said that considering that two people were going to testify today, he asked to hold the application to contact those two neighbors to make sure that they are on board now.
The applicant said that she assumes that the two neighbors chose not to show up because they received the same type of notice as she did.
Ald. Perez 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 PATEL, Dixitkumar C, Agent for "Verai S & A Inc", Class A Malt & Class A Liquor and Food Dealer License Applications for "Danny's Liquor & Food" at 1132-A W LINCOLN Av.
The applicant was present along with Atty. Vincent Bobot.
Individuals also present:
Ald. Perez reminded the applicant to keep the neighbors safe and happy and to continue working with the police.
Ald. Perez moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)
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Minutes note: 14 MARCUS, David J, Agent for "Bridgewater MKE, LLC", Class B Tavern, Food Dealer and Public Entertainment Premises License Applications Requesting Instrumental Musicians for "Bridgewater Modern Grill" at 2011 S 1st St #Unit 4.
The applicant was present.
Individuals also present:
Ald. Dimitrijevic said that she has met with the applicant and neighbors and that they are all in support of this license.
Ald. Borkowski moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)
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Minutes note: 14 GOKHMAN, Tim B, Agent for "FLOUR AND FEED LLC", Class B Tavern, Food Dealer and Public Entertainment Premises License Applications Requesting Instrumental Musicians, Disc Jockey, Bands, Poetry Readings and Patrons Dancing for "Flour & Feed" at 2150 S KINNICKINNIC Av #G.
The applicant was present with technical difficulties.
Ald. Spiker moved to hold the application to the call of the chair. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)
Ald. Perez moved to reconsider the application. There were no objections.
The applicant was present.
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Ald. Dimitrijevic said that she has met with the applicant and neighbors and that they are all in support of this license.
Ald. Borkowski moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)
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Minutes note: 14 CERVERA, Veronica M, Agent for "Little Cancun 2 LLC", Class B Tavern and Food Dealer License Renewal Applications with Change of Trade Name and Change of Hours From Opening at 11AM Sun - Sat and Closing at 10PM Sun - Thur and at 11PM Fri & Sat; To Open at 8AM and Close at 11:59PM Sun - Sat; Adding Public Entertainment Premises License Application Requesting Jukebox, 5 Amusement Machines, 1 Pool Table and Projector (Inside and Outside Use) for "Little Cancun Sports" at 3040 S Delaware Av. (Expired 3/22/2022)
The applicant was present.
Individuals also present:
Ald. Dimitrijevic said that she has no issues with this business.
Ald. Borkowski moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)
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Minutes note: 14 RAMOS-GARCIA, Marcos A, Agent for "KRS Hospitality Group LLC", Class B Tavern, Extended Hours Establishments, Public Entertainment Premises and Food Dealer License Renewal Applications with Removing Stockholders, Transfer of Stock and Change of Trade Name for "Makk'n'Cheese/Blind Tiger" at 2242 S Kinnickinnic Av. (Expired 8/10/2022)
The applicant was present.
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Ald. Dimitrijevic said that this application was also scheduled due neighborhood complaints.
Mr. Cooney said that we received 2 videos regarding the noise coming from this business.
Ald. Dimitrijevic said that she recommends approval with a warning letter, and that she will meet with the applicant to discuss the noise complaints.
The applicant said that there is a lot of traffic, and that it is hard to identify that the noise issues are only related to his business.
Ald. Borkowski moved approval with a warming letter. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)
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Minutes note: 14 FERRARO, David LOUIS, Agent for "Serenity420, LLC", Class A Malt & Class A Liquor License Application for "Serenity420" at 2483 S Kinnickinnic Av.
The applicant was not present.
Ald. Dimitrijevic said that she held the neighborhood meeting with a big turn out in objection, and that she spoke with Mr. Ferraro and the building owner about not supporting this application.
Ald. Perez moved denial for nonappearance. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)
Ald. Borkowski wanted to make a note that another 5 neighbors were here to object this application.
The meeting paused at 3:28 pm
The meeting convened at 3:31 pm
Ald. Spiker left the meeting and Ald. Murphy joined the meeting.
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Minutes note: 04 GOKHMAN, Tim B, Agent for "ASCENT BAR MKE LLC", Class B Tavern and Public Entertainment Premises License Applications Requesting Instrumental Musicians, Bands and Patrons Dancing for "Ascent Bar" at 700 E KILBOURN Av.
The applicant was present and said that this is the top floor of the building which is a community space and would like to have it licensed for private events only.
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Ald. Bauman said that he has no objections.
Ald. Borkowski moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)
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Minutes note: 04 PRASSAS, George S, Agent for "District 4 Social LLC", Class B Tavern, Public Entertainment Premises, Food Dealer and Sidewalk Dining License Applications Requesting 6 Amusement Machines for "District 4 Social" at 233 E CHICAGO St.
The applicant was present on the board at 4:11 pm along with Mr. Constantine and Atty. David Hallbrooks who were in the building.
Mr. Constantine said that the business plan is to have a sports dining experience with golf simulators and dart boards, and that it will be family oriented as well. He added that this premises is next to the Sweet Dinner which is also their business that has been a success.
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Ald. Borkowski asked the reason to open at 6AM and to close at 2:30AM if it is a family oriented concept.
Mr. Constantine said that they want to open early is in case there is a league that want to use the premises for golf tournaments, and that they want to have the availability to close late hours for weddings or special sports events.
Individuals in opposition:
Shelley Smith – 239 E Chicago St 507 – said that they experience issues like blocked entrances with delivery trucks, garbage and the excessive noise coming from the Sweet Dinner at 2:30 am. She added that the dumpsters have gotten better with the time but that the overflowing still happening on weekends. She said that another situation was the sewer back up because the Sweet Dinner dumped the grease in the drain.
Atty. Hallbrooks said that she spoke to Ms. Smith this morning and that she did not mention anything about the delivery increase issue but that they discussed every other point that she brought up.
Ald. Bauman requested to hold the application.
Ald. Murphy moved to hold the application to the call of the chair. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)
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Minutes note: 04 STANLEY, Jonathon A, Agent for "ALRBAR LLC", Class B Tavern, Food Dealer and Sidewalk Dining License Applications for "The Copper Turtle Brewery & Taverne" at 153 N MILWAUKEE St.
The applicant was present along with Benjamin Rossi who said that this is tavern bar with a nice patio set up.
Individuals in support:
Benjamin La Macchia – said that he is the owner of the building, and that they work very close with the tenants.
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Ald. Bauman said that he has no objections.
Ald. Perez moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)
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Minutes note: 04 THAO, Vang, Agent for "Xankia LLC", Class B Tavern License Application for "Xankia" at 222 W WELLS St.
The applicant was present along with Atty. Josh Gimbel. The applicant said that they have been at the location for 4 years, and that he wants to expand his business operations.
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Ald. Bauman said that he has no objections.
Ald. Dodd moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)
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Minutes note: 04 SCHMIDT, JR, Robert C, Agent for "BREW CITY BAR B Q, INC", Class B Tavern, Public Entertainment Premises and Food Dealer License Renewal Applications for "TRINITY THREE IRISH PUBS" at 125 E JUNEAU Av. (Expires 10/17/2022)
The applicant was present and said that the staff was very cooperative on every item on the police report, and that people is escorted out when they are not behaving properly. He added that he has a very good relationship with the police, and that this is a very challenging time in the city for business owners and the police, and that it is difficult to handle everything what is going on right now. He also said that he has an expensive device to scan people (like at the Potawatomi Casino) when they come in.
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Ald. Bauman asked the applicant if it is a good idea to hold those college nights given the indicidences on the police report.
The applicant said that these people are not the ones who carry the weapons and that they screen everyone for weapons and IDs.
Ald. Perez said that he appreciates Ald. Bauman’s concern but that we need consistency with the PA-33s and asked the applicant if the capacity is higher on Wednesdays nights.
The applicant said that it is not but that it is downtown and it is busy, and that he has a large staff to address issues but that he cannot control what happens outside.
Ald. Murphy asked what Ald. Bauman’s recommendation is.
Ald. Bauman said that safety is the major concern to the council and that he came here fully prepared for renewal with a warning letter but that he notices some defiance with those college nights.
The applicant said that within the last 6 months they have used a scan that records all the information and that no underage student can break it.
Ald. Murphy said that we all know that college students can get IDs almost identical and recommended the applicant to find out from other businesses if they see the same pattern.
Ald. Murphy moved renewal with a warning letter and recommended the applicant to address Ald. Bauman’s concerns which are legitimate. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)
Ald. Murphy was excused from the meeting at 4:36 pm
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Minutes note: 04 WECKLER, Wendy M, Agent for "St Catherine's of Hope LLC", Rooming House License Application for "St Catherine's" at 1032 E KNAPP St.
The applicant was present along with Atty. Michael Maistelman and Atty. Rock Pledl.
Individuals also present:
Ald. Borkowski asked Atty. Maistelman to provide a resume of what happened at the previous meeting.
Atty. Maistelman said that he wanted to apologize to the neighbors; to Ald. Bauman and that they have presented a mitigation plan.
Ald. Bauman requested the committee to have only the new testimonies to be heard.
Individuals offering a testimony:
Cecilia Smith – she said that she moved in St. Catherine’s in 2017 and that she feels safe in there.
Wanda Jenkins – she said that she moved in St. Catherine’s in 2007 and that they have a sort of resources to help the residents to move forward.
Valen Thomas – she said that the shared kitchen appliances are not functioning well and that there are bed bugs even after her apartment was exterminated.
Atty. Maistelman said that the he would like to address these issues immediately.
Tiffany Koehler – Former Housing Director St. Catherine’s – said that St. Catherine’s provide safe housing to woman and that it is a community with people from all walks of life that look after each other.
Valerie Sachs – said that it is a wonderful community but that the termination of her contract has torn her life apart. She added that the staff is unprofessional.
Ald. Bauman asked if she received the 30 days termination notice.
Ms. Sacks said that she did receive it.
Atty. Maistelman said that they received a report of Ms. Sachs stealing the cat from another resident, and that she got into a physical fight with the resident, and that is why she was given the 30 day eviction notice.
Jennifer Kelly – said that she is a former resident of St. Catherine’s and that she has observed many things that happened there, and that we have been sold a pile of garbage instead. She added that there is no safety, that there are people that are violent, unmedicated. She said that Valerie did not steal the cat, that as matter of fact, that cat has been taken away from that lady because she has tried to kill it twice. She also said that she moved out to take care of her own health because the place is unsafe, dirty, with filthy kitchens, bed bugs and cockroaches.
Gene Geraci – Benedict Center Director – said that St. Catherine’s has a strong and capable staff and that they are very open to work and resolve any issues with the neighbors. She invited Ald. Bauman to visit the place.
Nick Tamaro – Health Department City of Milwaukee – said that he has worked with Ms. Weckler and wanted to address how important is the housing situation in the City of Milwaukee, and that they can help with the bed bug situation.
Shamika May – Community Advocates Woman Center – said that St. Catherine’s are always responsive and that she gets a positive feedback from the woman they refer.
Atty. Maistelman said that he has a list of people supporting the application and that he would like to call them just to acknowledge their presence because their testimony is similar to the others who have testified. He added that they have pulled out an e-mail and a telephone number for complaints, and that an advocate for residents will be pointed out, and that they will hold neighborhood meetings quarterly and monthly resident meetings.
Elizabeth – said the she lived there for a long time and that she likes diversity and people of all ages and asked not to close this place down.
Ald. Bauman said that we are here because St. Catherine’s applied for a Rooming House license that they did not renewed more than a year ago and asked Atty. Maistelman if the mitigation plan is part of the file.
Atty. Maistelman said that it is part of the plan.
Mr. Cooney confirmed that it is part of the plan.
Ald. Bauman said that there are issues that must be addressed, and that we have heard publicly and privately allegations, threats, operational issues that have occurred within the last year. He added that this mitigation plan satisfies the issues now. He added that rooming houses licenses are renewed yearly, and that he does not want to hear these issues again next year..
Ald. Perez moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 4-0)
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Minutes note: 04 RYAN, Richard J, Agent for "PTG Live Events LLC", Class B Tavern and Public Entertainment Premises License Applications Requesting Instrumental Musicians, Disc Jockey, Bands, Comedy Acts and Patrons Dancing for "Pabst Theater Group" at 1119 N Marshall St.
The applicant was present along with Atty. Dan Kersey.
Individuals also present:
Ald. Bauman said that we have a problem because the majority of the condo association supports the application but that there are other residents from other buildings that do not support this application. He added that he understands that it is easier to address the association with representation than working with other buildings/neighbors with no association. He said that he wants to deny this license because there is no agreement reached with the rest of the neighbors. He also said that this business is operating without a license.
Atty. Kersey explained that there are situations that should not have happened but that there are others initiated by the neighbors like putting cameras on the guests face.
Individuals in opposition:
Janet Arnold – 1111 N Marshall St 301 – said that they took a walk when they saw the food truck on Saturday night, and that when they took photos, they were approached by the security guards in a nicely way but the guests were not nice. She added that one guest told them that they were disturbing the party when they did not interact or engaged with them. She added that it is uncomfortable to walk in her own neighborhood with crowds like that, and that they were the ones that were stalked by the guests.
Mary Slough – 1129 N Marshall St 25 – said that she has live there for 30 years and that she has been around every year that this license has been renewed. She added that this is a residential area not an entertainment area, and that her property has a driveway adjacent to the premises, and that it is used by the guests all the time. She said that besides the parking and noise issues; the drinking and yelling have gotten worse and that she thinks that with ticketing events will get even worst.
Doug Downing – said that he has been at the previous hearings because he has documented what is going on outside of the premises. He clarified that he does not care about what happens in the inside. He added that he was invited secondhand to the neighborhood meeting but that the plan of operations is not transparent.
Ald. Bauman said that he advised The Pabst Group about the issues with this property before they even buy it, and that neighbors are correct because it is about a residential area and not an entertainment district.
Ald. Perez moved denial based on neighborhood and aldermanic testimony. There were no objections. (Prevailed 3-0)
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Minutes note: 04 SANFILIPPO, Janice E, Agent for "BANQUET SERVICES, LLC", Class B Tavern and Public Entertainment Premises License Renewal Applications for "VILLA FILOMENA" at 1119 N MARSHALL St. (Expired 7/29/2022)
The applicant was not present.
Ald. Dodd moved nonrenewal upon second nonappearance. There were no objections. (Prevailed 3-0)
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14 BURICH, Jordan A, Agent for "Vine Society LLC", Class B Tavern, Food Dealer and Sidewalk Dining License Renewal Applications Removing Stockholder for "Voyager Wine & Cocktail Bar" at 422 E Lincoln Av.
Ald. Dodd moved approval of the "Agenda Only' Items. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0) | AMENDED | Pass | 5:0 |
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14 LEAF, Sam J, Agent for "AA Entertainment, LLC", Class B Tavern, Food Dealer and Public Entertainment Premises License Renewal Applications for "The Backyard" at 2155 S KINNICKINNIC Av.
Ald. Perez moved approval of the "warning letter" items. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0) | AMENDED | Pass | 6:0 |
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Minutes note: Ald. Perez moved approval of the file 220810 as amended. There were no objections. (Prevailed 3-0) | RECOMMENDED FOR APPROVAL | Pass | 3:0 |
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