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Meeting Name: LICENSES COMMITTEE Agenda status: Final
Meeting date/time: 1/5/2011 8:00 AM Minutes status: Final  
Meeting location: Room 301-B, City Hall
Published agenda: Agenda Agenda Published minutes: Minutes Minutes  
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     Meeting call to order at 8:26 a.m.

Minutes note: Also present: Adam Stephens, Assistant City Attorney Paul Mac Gilis, License Division Manager - Police Department Rebecca Grill, Manager License Division
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100742 01.MotionMotion relating to the recommendations of the Licenses Committee relative to licenses.    Action details Not available
100742 0 MotionMotion relating to the recommendations of the Licenses Committee relative to licenses.

Minutes note: 15 ABDALLA, Eyad S, Agent for "Home Town Foods LLC", Food Dealer Application as agent for "Home Town Foods" at 4431 W North Av. Agent, Eyad Abdalla represented by counsel, Atty. Othmah M. Atta Mr. Abdalla mailing address 3927 E Layton Ave Individuals present in Opposition: Tamara Burkett 1337 N 43rd St, Neighborhood Coordinator Also present, Keith K. Stanley Legislative Assistant Common Council President Willie L. Hines, Jr. Mr. Stanley said that his office has receive a lot neighborhood calls with concerns about this location and the over concentration in the area has President HInes with concern for this location. Ald. Hamilton moved to deny based on neighborhood testimony and aldermanic testimony. Prevailed 4-0
AMENDEDPass4:0 Action details Not available
100742 0 MotionMotion relating to the recommendations of the Licenses Committee relative to licenses.

Minutes note: 15 SMITH, Deborah A, Agent for "Club 357, LLC", Class B Tavern and Record Spin License Applications as agent for "Club 357" at 1218 W North Av. New Location Applicant present, Debra A. Smith 9320 W Fairlane Ct Milwaukee WI 53224 James Smith, husband who operates the business together No neighborhood objectors present when called. Also present, Keith K. Stanley, Legislative Assistant, Common Council President Willie L. Hines, Jr. in support of this license. Ald. Hamilton moved approval despite items contained in the notice. Prevailed 4-0
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100742 0 MotionMotion relating to the recommendations of the Licenses Committee relative to licenses.

Minutes note: 05 CHU, Lenny, Agent for "SKY POWER, CORP", Permanent Extension of Premise Application to include a deck on the north side of the premises as agent for "SCHNEIDER`S FOOD & DRINK" at 3717 N 76TH St. Agent, Lenny Chu present and represented by counsel, Atty. Vincent Bobot 3717 N 76th St Milwaukee WI 53222 Ald. Kovac moved to accept a picture presented by Atty. Bobot be part of the record. There were no objections. No neighborhood objectors present when called. Ald. Kovac moved approval. Prevailed 4-0
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100742 0 MotionMotion relating to the recommendations of the Licenses Committee relative to licenses.

Minutes note: 08 HINNAWI, Yousef N, Agent for "GOLD RUSH 1900 LLC", Class A Fermented Malt Beverage Retailer's License Application as agent for "JOJO`S MINI MART" at 1900 S 31ST St. New Location Agent, Yousef Hinnawi and Maha Hinnawi, wife 8680 S 81st Franklin WI 53132 Also Ald. Donovan present, said they held a community meeting, all neighborhood were in support. Ald. Donovan is in support and request applicant to stay on top of the graffiti removal. No neighborhood objectors present when called. Ald. Zielisnki moved approval. Prevailed 4-0
AMENDEDPass4:0 Action details Not available
100742 0 MotionMotion relating to the recommendations of the Licenses Committee relative to licenses.

Minutes note: 08 MEDINA ROJAS, Maribel, Agent for "El Zocalo Mexican Restaurant, LLC", Class B Tavern License Application as agent for "El Zocalo Mexican Restaurant" at 1801 S Muskego Av. Maribel Medina and husband Juan Atilano 1229 S 7th #1 Sheboygan WI 53081 No neighborhood objectors present when called. Ald. Donovan present, satified with applicant's record and operation ethics Ald. Hamilton moved approval. Prevailed 4-0
AMENDEDPass4:0 Action details Not available
100742 0 MotionMotion relating to the recommendations of the Licenses Committee relative to licenses.

Minutes note: 08 VALLIANI, Shams V, Agent for "S & W, Inc", Class A Fermented Malt Beverage Retailer's License Application as agent for "Kwik Stop" at 2434 W National Av. Individuals present: Shams Valliani 11113 W Wildwood La #312 West Allis WI 53227 Mr. Bhieni Owner of location Buffalo IL Ald. Donovan present, had community meeting where it was reflected that the majority was in support of this license Also, Ald. Witkowiak present, who is in support and very much pleased with the management ethics of this license. 3 Individuals present in Favor of this license Ald. Hamilton moved approval. Prevailed 4-0
AMENDEDPass4:0 Action details Not available
100742 0 MotionMotion relating to the recommendations of the Licenses Committee relative to licenses.

Minutes note: 08 VALLIANI, Shams V, Agent for "S & W, Inc", Extended Hours Establishment License Application as agent for "Kwik Stop" at 2434 W National Av. 11113 W Wildwood La #312 West Allis WI 53227 Ald. Kovac moved approval. Prevailed 4-0
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100742 0 MotionMotion relating to the recommendations of the Licenses Committee relative to licenses.

Minutes note: 04 KISSINGER, Dominic C, Agent for "Kissinger Enterprise, LLC", Class B Tavern License Application as agent for "btw lounge" at 231 E Buffalo St. New Location Presnt, Dominic Kissinger 3321 N Hackett Ave Milwaukee WI 53211 No neighborhood objectors present when called. Ald. Kovac moved approval. Prevailed 4-0
AMENDEDPass4:0 Action details Not available
100742 0 MotionMotion relating to the recommendations of the Licenses Committee relative to licenses.

Minutes note: 04 SHEMITIS, John R, Agent for "Whiskey River Saloon - Milwaukee, LLC", Class B Tavern and Tavern Dance License Applications as agent for "Whiskey River Saloon and Eatery" at 1023-27 N Old World Third St. Individuals present: Agent present and represented by counsel, Atty. Michael R. O'Callaghan, John Shemitis 1863 N Pulaski St Milwaukee WI 53202 Tom Dequattro, owner 13821 Redwood St, Ald Zielisnki moved to accept the amended request for additional screening and additional restriction of the hours. There were no objections. Individuals present in objections: Stacie Callies, 633 W Wisconsin Ave Ste #409, Executive Director of Westown Association, opposing the Tavern Dance at this point. Ms, Callies submitted a letter dated, October 27, 2010 addressed to Ald. Bohl. and the Licenses Committee; Ald. Zielinski moved to accept this document into the record. There were no objections. Walter Pheget, not in support of the rooftop terrace Tom Erd, owner of bldg. at 1020-1031 Old World Third St. Andrew Wagner, 1029 N Old World Third St, #C in support Ald. Bauman wanted to reflect the concerns of his office from the past establishment history. Ald. Bauman has no objection to this license. Ald. Zielinski moved to approved the plan of operation to reflect hours of operation to be from 11am seven days at week. There were no objections. Ald. Hamilton moved to accept a sheet of music types presented by Atty. O'Callaghan be part of the record. There were no objections. Ald. Zielinski moved approval as amended. Prevailed 4-0
AMENDEDPass4:0 Action details Not available
100742 0 MotionMotion relating to the recommendations of the Licenses Committee relative to licenses.

Minutes note: VUKOVICH, Lindsey L, Class D Operator's License Application. Present LIndsey Vukovich, 500 W Hampton Ave Apt. # 302 Milwaukee WI 53217 Ald. Kovac moved approval. Prevailed 4-0
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100742 0 MotionMotion relating to the recommendations of the Licenses Committee relative to licenses.

Minutes note: 12 JIMENEZ, Avelino E, Class B Tavern License Application for "LINO`S BAR" at 1133 W HARRISON Av. Mr Jimenez not present 2979 S 15th Pl Milwaukee WI 53215 Ald. Witkowiak present recommends denial based on non apperance. Ald. Zielinski moved denial. Prevailed 4-0
AMENDEDPass4:0 Action details Not available
100742 0 MotionMotion relating to the recommendations of the Licenses Committee relative to licenses.

Minutes note: 12 WALKER, Patrice L, Class B Tavern and Tavern Dance License Renewal Applications for "FUTURISTIC LOUNGE" at 1734 W GREENFIELD Av. (expires 2/4/2011) Individuals present: Patrice L. Walker 3100 W Wisconsin Ave #301 Milwaukee WI 53206 No neighborhood objectors present when called. Ald. Witkowiak, has no objections to this license. Ald. Kovac moved approval with a warning letter based police report. Prevailed 4-0
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100742 0 MotionMotion relating to the recommendations of the Licenses Committee relative to licenses.

Minutes note: 06 DHALIWAL, Ranjeet, Agent for "CHAMBERS FOOD MARKET, INC", Class A Fermented Malt Beverage Retailer's License Renewal Application as agent for "CHAMBERS FOOD MARKET" at 200 E CHAMBERS St. (expires 1/26/2011) Agent present and represented by counsel, Atty. Vincent Bobot Ranjeet Dahliwal 811 W Grange Ave #102 Milwaukee WI 53221 Mr. Sing, husband of applicant also, present. No neighborhood objectors present when called. Akuwa Dantzler, Legislative Assistant from district a concern about the loittering of this establishment. Ald. Kovac request applicant get a better range of drink selection not just the 50% plus of beers. Ald. Zielinski moved approval. Prevailed 4-0
AMENDEDPass4:0 Action details Not available
100742 0 MotionMotion relating to the recommendations of the Licenses Committee relative to licenses.

Minutes note: 06 GEE, Arlisa L, Class B Tavern and Record Spin License Renewal Applications for "STEFF`S BAR AND LOUNGE" at 400 E LOCUST St. (expires 1/19/2011) Present, Arlisa Gee 5240 W P.O. Box 100381 Milwaukee WI 53210 2 individuals present to testify: Jennifer Peters 2908 N Buffum St Steven Vith 2908 N Buffum St Ald. Bohl suggested to the applicant to revisit the plan of operation on wednesday nights' activities. Ald. Kovac said to the neighborhood who testified, to contact Captain Hudson directly and to keep a log of the incidents occuring. Akuwa Dantzler, from Ald. Coggs' office, asked the applicant to be mindful of the concern expressed from neighbors. Ald. Kovac moved approval with a warning letter based on neighborhood testimony and item #2 of the police report. Prevailed 3-1 (Bohl voted No)
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100742 0 MotionMotion relating to the recommendations of the Licenses Committee relative to licenses.

Minutes note: 03 RASMUSSEN, Eric A, Agent for "AXELS, INC", Class B Tavern License Renewal Application as agent for "AXELS" at 2859 N OAKLAND Av. (expires 2/8/2011) Agent present, Eric Rasmussen 1575 Swallow Dr Grafton WI 53024 Allen Rasmussen, Franklin WI No neighborhood objectors present when called Ald. Kovac moved approval with a warning letter based on police report. Prevailed 4-0
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100742 0 MotionMotion relating to the recommendations of the Licenses Committee relative to licenses.

Minutes note: 14 BALDERAS, Joel, Agent for "J's Salvage", Junk Collector (Truck) License Application as agent for "J's Salvage LLC" at 2656 S Kinnickinnic Av #4. Agent present, Joel Balderas 2656 S Kinnickinnic Ave #4 Milwaukee WI 53207 No neighborhood objectors present when called Ald.Zielisnki moved approval despite items contained in the notice. Prevailed 4-0
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100742 0 MotionMotion relating to the recommendations of the Licenses Committee relative to licenses.

Minutes note: 14 BRUNKER, Barbara A, Junk Collector (Truck) License Application for "Barb's Salvage" at 2522 E Morgan Av. Present Barbara Brunker 2522 E Morgan Ave Milwaukee WI 53207 No neighborhood objectors present when called Ald. Zielinski moved approval. Prevailed 4-0
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100742 0 MotionMotion relating to the recommendations of the Licenses Committee relative to licenses.

Minutes note: 14 SIM, Lisa E, Agent for "GLOBAL GREEN ENTERPRISES, INC", Class B Fermented Malt Beverage Retailer's and Class C Wine License Applications as agent for "FUTURE GREEN" at 2352 S KINNICKINNIC Av. New Location Present Lisa Sim 802 E Lincoln Ave Milwaukee WI 53207 No neighborhood objectors present when called Ald. Zielinski moved approval. Prevailed 4-0
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100742 0 MotionMotion relating to the recommendations of the Licenses Committee relative to licenses.

Minutes note: 14 ELLIOTT, Christina M, Agent for "COMPETITIVE VENTURES LLC", Class B Tavern, Tavern Dance and Videogame Center License Renewal Applications as agent for "JERSEYS SPRTS PUB&GRILL&4014LOUNGE" at 4014-24 S HOWELL Av. (expired 12/15/2010) Atty. Andrew Arena representing, Ms. Elliott, also present 2712 S 49th St Milwaukee WI 53219 Ms. Donna Ruiz Probation and Parole officer for the State of Wisconsin supervisor and assigned agent to Mr. Lass Ald. Kovac moved approval of the Class "B" Tavern, Tavern Dance and Videogame Center licenses with a warning letter based upon the previouis rationale provided related to the neighborhood testimonies and non renewal of the deck based on neighborhood objections. Prevailed 2-1 (Bohl voted no)
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     Meeting recess at 12:22 P.M. Joanna Polanco Staff Assistant

Minutes note: This meeting can be viewed in its entirety through the City's Legislative Research Center at http://milwaukee.legistar.com/calendar.
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