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Meeting Name: LICENSES COMMITTEE Agenda status: Final
Meeting date/time: 5/7/2012 8:30 AM Minutes status: Final  
Meeting location: Room 301-B, City Hall
Published agenda: Agenda Agenda Published minutes: Minutes Minutes  
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     Meeting convened at 8:33 a.m.    Roll call Not available
     Individuals also present: Rebecca Grill, License Division Manager Adam Stephens, Assistant City Attorney Sgt. Chad Raden, License Investigation Unit of Milwaukee Police Department    Not available
110384 21.OrdinanceA substitute ordinance relating to regulation of precious metal and gem dealers.HELD TO CALL OF THE CHAIRPass3:0 Action details Not available
110384 2 OrdinanceA substitute ordinance relating to regulation of precious metal and gem dealers.RECONSIDEREDPass3:0 Action details Not available
110384 2 OrdinanceA substitute ordinance relating to regulation of precious metal and gem dealers.

Minutes note: Individual appearing: Ald. Joe Davis, 2nd Aldermanic District Ald. Coggs moved substitution of the file with Proposed Substitute A. (Prevailed 5-0)
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110384 3 OrdinanceA substitute ordinance relating to regulation of precious metal and gem dealers.RECOMMENDED FOR PASSAGEPass3:0 Action details Not available
120042 12.OrdinanceA substitute ordinance relating to information to be provided on applications for city licenses.RECOMMENDED FOR PASSAGEPass3:0 Action details Not available
120043 03.OrdinanceA substitute ordinance relating to licensing procedures and regulations of general applicability.RECOMMENDED FOR PASSAGEPass3:0 Action details Not available
111594 04.MotionMotion relating to the recommendations of the Licenses Committee relative to licenses.    Action details Not available
111594 0 MotionMotion relating to the recommendations of the Licenses Committee relative to licenses.

Minutes note: 08 COLON, JR, Victor J, Agent for "EL RINCON GROCERY AND LIQUOR LLC", Class A Fermented Malt Beverage Retailer's License Renewal Application for "EL RINCON GROCERY AND LIQUOR" at 1201 S 33RD St. (expires 6/9/2012) Ald. Dudzik joined the committee. Victor J. Colon, Jr., Agt. 2916 N. Holton St., Milwaukee, WI 53212 Ald. Kovac joined the committee. Individuals present in opposition: Claire Zelner, 3224 W. Scott St., Milwaukee, WI 53215 Valdemar Gonzalez, 3234 W. Scott St., Milwaukee, WI 53215 Ald. Coggs moved to make pictures, provided by Ms. Zelner, as part of the record. There were no objections. Ald. Robert Donovan, 8th Aldermanic District, was present with concerns regarding daily truck deliveries, signage, and use of the front door bell at the store. Ald. Dudzik moved approval with a ten (10) day suspension based upon neighborhood objections. (Failed 1-4) Ald. Coggs moved approval with a warning letter based upon neighborhood objections. (Prevailed 4-1)
AMENDEDPass4:1 Action details Not available
111594 0 MotionMotion relating to the recommendations of the Licenses Committee relative to licenses.

Minutes note: 08 HRENAK, Robert S, Junk Collector (Truck) License Renewal Application for "ROBERTS TOWING" at 2128-B W NATIONAL Av. (expires 4/30/2012) Applicant did not appear. Ms. Grill said that the applicant requested for the application to be held. Ms. Grill said that the notice sent to the application was not returned from the post office. Ald. Donovan was present in opposition. Ald. Dudzik moved denial based upon nonappearance. (Prevailed 5-0)
AMENDEDPass5:0 Action details Not available
111594 0 MotionMotion relating to the recommendations of the Licenses Committee relative to licenses.

Minutes note: 08 MIRAMONTES, Pascual, Junk Collector (Truck) License Renewal Application for "PASCUALS RECYCLING METAL" at 1938 W BURNHAM St. (expires 4/30/2012) Pascual Miramontes, applicant, and Selena Miramontes, translator 1938 W. Burnham St., Milwaukee, WI 53204 No neighborhood testimony. Ald. Donovan was present with no objections. Ald. Kovac moved approval. (Prevailed 5-0)
AMENDEDPass5:0 Action details Not available
111594 0 MotionMotion relating to the recommendations of the Licenses Committee relative to licenses.

Minutes note: 13 PETERSON, Carol J, Agent for "THREE BLONDES, INC", Class B Tavern and Public Entertainment Premise License Renewal Application for "MAVERICKS" at 2030 W HOWARD Av. (expires 6/6/2012) Carol J. Peterson, Agt., and husband, Todd Peterson 2030 W. Howard Ave., Milwaukee, WI 53221 No neighborhood testimony. Ald. Terry Witkowski, 13th Aldermanic District, was present and expressed noise concerns. Ald. Dudzik moved approval with a warning letter based upon the police report. (Prevailed 5-0)
AMENDEDPass5:0 Action details Not available
111594 0 MotionMotion relating to the recommendations of the Licenses Committee relative to licenses.

Minutes note: 13 SCHLOSSMANN, Michael J, Agent for "Schlossmann Motors INC", Secondhand Motor Vehicle Dealer's License Application for "Schlossmann City Mitsubishi" at 4640 S 27th St. Michael J. Schlossman, Agt. 8050 N. Gray Log Lane, Milwaukee, WI 53217 No neighborhood testimony. Ald. Witkowski was present in support. Ald. Dudzik moved approval. (Prevailed 5-0)
AMENDEDPass5:0 Action details Not available
111594 0 MotionMotion relating to the recommendations of the Licenses Committee relative to licenses.

Minutes note: 06 FRECHETTE, Melissa A , Class B Tavern and Public Entertainment Premises License Renewal Application with change of hours (Adding Karaoke) for "The Port of Milwaukee" at 3885 N PORT WASHINGTON Av. (expires 6/13/2012) Applicant did not appear. Ald. Coggs moved to hold to the call of the chair. (Prevailed 5-0)
AMENDEDPass5:0 Action details Not available
111594 0 MotionMotion relating to the recommendations of the Licenses Committee relative to licenses.

Minutes note: 06 FRECHETTE, Melissa A , Class B Tavern and Public Entertainment Premises License Renewal Application with change of hours (Adding Karaoke) for "The Port of Milwaukee" at 3885 N PORT WASHINGTON Av. (expires 6/13/2012) Ald. Coggs moved reconsideration. (Prevailed 5-0) Melissa A. Frechette, applicant 3885 N. Port Washington Ave., Milwaukee, WI 53212 No neighborhood testimony. Ald. Coggs moved to amend the applications by eliminating the request for karaoke and change of hours. There were no objections. Ald. Coggs moved approval, as amended, with a warning letter based upon the police report. (Prevailed 5-0)
AMENDEDPass5:0 Action details Not available
111594 0 MotionMotion relating to the recommendations of the Licenses Committee relative to licenses.

Minutes note: 06 JONES, SR, Freddie J , Class B Tavern and Public Entertainment Premises License Renewal Application with change of hours for "PROMISE'S LOUNGE" at 3408 N PORT WASHINGTON Av. (expires 5/24/2012) Freddie J. Jones, Sr., applicant 3408 N. Port Washington Ave., Milwaukee, WI 53212 No neighborhood testimony. Ald. Coggs moved approval. (Prevailed 5-0)
AMENDEDPass5:0 Action details Not available
111594 0 MotionMotion relating to the recommendations of the Licenses Committee relative to licenses.

Minutes note: 14 BRODERSEN, Timothy J, Agent for "SPECTACLE ENTERPRISES, INC", Class B Tavern and Public Entertainment Premises License Transfer and Renewal Applications - Change of Agent, Officer and Change of entertainment (Adding: Bands, Pool Tables, Amusement Machines and Jukebox) for "The Down And Over Pub" at 2535 S KINNICKINNIC Av. Timothy J. Brodersen, Agt., represented by counsel, Atty. Michael Whitcomb 2117 N. Palmer Ave., Milwaukee, WI 53212 Ald. Coggs moved to make expense documents, provided by Atty. Whitcomb, as part of the record. There were no objections. Individuals appearing in support: Christopher Rick, 2623 S. Superior St., Milwaukee, WI 53207 Mark Schneider, 2448 N. Booth St., Milwaukee, WI 53212 Shannon Knapp, 2839 S. Linebarger Terrace, Milwaukee, WI 53207 Doug Jansen, 3177 N. Humboldt Ave., Milwaukee, WI 53212 Daniel Nathan, 701 E. Russell Ave., Milwaukee, WI 53207 William Klemm, 1159 E. Kane Pl., Milwaukee, WI 53202 Joanne Riedle, 532 E. Linus St., Milwaukee, WI 53207 Geroge Kiesow, 1836 N. Pulaski St., Milwaukee, WI 53202 Paul Engelberger, 2513 S. Kinnickinnic Ave., Milwaukee, WI 53207 Petty Pritchard Thompson, 2720 S. Delaware St., Milwaukee, WI 53207 Ald. Zielinski passed the gavel to Ald. Coggs. Ald. Zielinski moved to make cards from a neighborhood meeting, provided by Ald. Zielinski, as part of the record. There were no objections. Ald. Zielinski moved approval. (Prevailed 5-0)
AMENDEDPass5:0 Action details Not available
111594 0 MotionMotion relating to the recommendations of the Licenses Committee relative to licenses.

Minutes note: 14 SPERA, Peter J, Agent for "SPERA, LLC", Class B Tavern and Public Entertainment Premises License Applications (Includes: Amusement Machines, Jukebox, and Pool Tables) for "THE GYM" at 3173 S 13TH St. Peter Spera, Agt. 1108 N. Milwaukee St., #220, Milwaukee, WI 53202 No neighborhood testimony. Ald. Perez moved approval. (Prevailed 5-0)
AMENDEDPass5:0 Action details Not available
111594 0 MotionMotion relating to the recommendations of the Licenses Committee relative to licenses.

Minutes note: 05 BULLARD, Joseph E, Agent for "The Road Inc", Food Dealer -Restaurant Application for "Denny's" at 7822 W Capitol DR. Joseph E. Bullard, Agt. 8859 Long Street, Lenexa, KS 66215 Appearing with the agent: Ted Gallager, 935 N. Kenicott Ave., Arlington Heights, IL 60004 Tony Robinson, 8859 Long St., Lenexa, KS 66215 No neighborhood testimony. Ald. James Bohl, 5th Aldermanic District, was present in support. He was concerned about the current agent not being from the company/ Ald. Dudzik moved approval. (Prevailed 5-0)
AMENDEDPass5:0 Action details Not available
111594 0 MotionMotion relating to the recommendations of the Licenses Committee relative to licenses.

Minutes note: 05 THAGGARD, Joyce K, Agent for "FAMILY DOLLAR STORES OF WISCONSIN, INC.", Food Dealer Retail Renewal Application for "FAMILY DOLLAR STORE #6433" at 7924 W BURLEIGH St. (expires 6/30/2012) Agent did not appear. Representing as counsel to the agent, Atty. Michael Schneider P.O. Box 1017, Charlotte, NC 28201 Appearing with the counsel: Lisa Heck, 6535 S. Whitnall Edge Rd., Franklin, WI 53132 Tim Patterson, 10635 Great Plaines Dr., Huntley, IL 60114 No neighborhood testimony. Ald. Bohl said he was concerned about repeated robberies, litter, Department of Neighborhood Services violations, and lack of maintenance at the store. He was in objection to the extension of hours. Ald. Perez moved to make a Department of Neighborhood Services violation history report, provided by Ald. Bohl, as part of the record. There were no objections. Ald. Michael Murphy, 10th Aldermanic District, appeared to testify in opposition based upon the same concerns, testified by Ald. Bohl, with a Family Dollar Store in his aldermanic district. Ald. Coggs moved to amend the application to change the closing time to 9 p.m. There were no objections. Ald. Coggs moved approval, as amended, with a warning letter based upon aldermanic testimony. (Prevailed 5-0)
AMENDEDPass5:0 Action details Not available
111594 0 MotionMotion relating to the recommendations of the Licenses Committee relative to licenses.

Minutes note: 07 THAGGARD, Joyce K, Agent for "FAMILY DOLLAR STORES OF WISCONSIN, INC.", Food Dealer Retail Renewal Application with change of hours (Request to remain open until 10 pm instead of 9pm) for "FAMILY DOLLAR STORE #6832" at 5808 W HAMPTON Av. (expires 6/30/2012) Agent did not appear. Representing as counsel to the agent, Atty. Michael Schneider P.O. Box 1017, Charlotte, NC 28201 Appearing with the counsel: Lisa Heck, 6535 S. Whitnall Edge Rd., Franklin, WI 53132 Tim Patterson, 10635 Great Plaines Dr., Huntley, IL 60114 No neighborhood testimony. The local alderperson was not present. Ald. Dudzik moved to hold the application to the call of the chair. (Prevailed 5-0)
AMENDEDPass5:0 Action details Not available
111594 0 MotionMotion relating to the recommendations of the Licenses Committee relative to licenses.

Minutes note: 10 BIWER, John J, Agent for "Sportz Medicine LLC", Class B Tavern, Public Entertainment Premises and Food Dealer - Restaurant License Applications (Entertainment includes: patrons dancing, instrumental musicians, karaoke, amusement machines, and jukebox for "Liquid Johnnys" at 540 S 76th St. John J. Biwer, Agt. 530 S. 66th St., Milwaukee, WI 53214 No neighborhood testimony. Ald. Murphy was present in support. Ald. Dudzik moved approval. (Prevailed 5-0)
AMENDEDPass5:0 Action details Not available
111594 0 MotionMotion relating to the recommendations of the Licenses Committee relative to licenses.

Minutes note: 10 BURKE, Sean R, Agent for "Burkes Irish Castle Inc", Class B Tavern, Public Entertainment Premises and Food Dealer - Restaurant License Applications (entertainment includes: amusement machines, bands, concerts, dancing by performers, disc jockey, instrumental music, jukebox, karaoke, motion pictures, patron contests, patrons dancing, poetry, pool tables, and theatrical performances) for "Burkes Irish Castle" at 5328 W BLUE MOUND Rd. Sean R. Burke, Agt. 10229 Janus Dr., Oak Creek, WI 53154 No neighborhood testimony. Ald. Murphy was present in support. Ald. Kovac moved approval. (Prevailed 5-0)
AMENDEDPass5:0 Action details Not available
111594 0 MotionMotion relating to the recommendations of the Licenses Committee relative to licenses.

Minutes note: 10 PATE, Edward A, Class B Tavern and Public Entertainment License Application with age restriction of 25+ (entertainment includes: amusement machines and patrons dancing) for "Mass Sports Lounge" at 5319-23 W Center St. Edward A. Pate, applicant 4657 W. Deer Run, #208, Brown Deer, WI 53223 No neighborhood testimony. Ald. Murphy requested to hold the application for a neighborhood meeting. Officer Stephen Witkowski, Milwaukee Police Department, appeared to request for the application to be held so that the applicant can meet with the police. Ald. Coggs moved to hold the application to the call of the chair. (Prevailed 5-0)
AMENDEDPass5:0 Action details Not available
111594 0 MotionMotion relating to the recommendations of the Licenses Committee relative to licenses.

Minutes note: 02 THAGGARD, Joyce K, Agent for "FAMILY DOLLAR STORES OF WISCONSIN, INC.", Food Dealer Retail Renewal Application with change of hours (Request to remain open until 10 pm instead of 9pm) for "FAMILY DOLLAR STORE #14325" at 7616 W HAMPTON Av. (expires 6/30/2012) Agent did not appear. Representing as counsel to the agent, Atty. Michael Schneider P.O. Box 1017, Charlotte, NC 28201 Appearing with the counsel: Lisa Heck, 6535 S. Whitnall Edge Rd., Franklin, WI 53132 Tim Patterson, 10635 Great Plaines Dr., Huntley, IL 60114 No neighborhood testimony. The local alderperson was not present. Ald. Dudzik moved to hold the application to the call of the chair. (Prevailed 5-0)
AMENDEDPass5:0 Action details Not available
111594 0 MotionMotion relating to the recommendations of the Licenses Committee relative to licenses.

Minutes note: 12 THAGGARD, Joyce K, Agent for "Family Dollar Stores of WI, Inc.", Food Dealer Retail Renewal Application with change of hours (Request to remain open until 10 pm instead of 9pm) for "Family Dollar Store #8545" at 1023 S Cesar E Chavez DR. (expires 6/30/2012) Agent did not appear. Representing as counsel to the agent, Atty. Michael Schneider P.O. Box 1017, Charlotte, NC 28201 Appearing with the counsel: Lisa Heck, 6535 S. Whitnall Edge Rd., Franklin, WI 53132 Tim Patterson, 10635 Great Plaines Dr., Huntley, IL 60114 No neighborhood testimony. Ald. Perez moved to hold the application to the call of the chair. (Prevailed 5-0)
AMENDEDPass5:0 Action details Not available
111594 0 MotionMotion relating to the recommendations of the Licenses Committee relative to licenses.

Minutes note: 12 THAGGARD, Joyce K, Agent for "FAMILY DOLLAR STORES OF WISCONSIN, INC.", Food Dealer Retail Renewal Application with change of hours (Request to remain open until 10 pm instead of 9pm) for "FAMILY DOLLAR STORE #1516" at 627 W HISTORIC MITCHELL St. (expires 6/30/2012) Agent did not appear. Representing as counsel to the agent, Atty. Michael Schneider P.O. Box 1017, Charlotte, NC 28201 Appearing with the counsel: Lisa Heck, 6535 S. Whitnall Edge Rd., Franklin, WI 53132 Tim Patterson, 10635 Great Plaines Dr., Huntley, IL 60114 No neighborhood testimony. Ald. Perez moved to hold the application to the call of the chair. (Prevailed 5-0)
AMENDEDPass5:0 Action details Not available
111594 0 MotionMotion relating to the recommendations of the Licenses Committee relative to licenses.

Minutes note: 15 THAGGARD, Joyce K, Agent for "FAMILY DOLLAR STORES OF WISCONSIN, INC.", Food Dealer Retail Renewal Application with change of hours (Request to remain open until 10 pm instead of 9pm) for "FAMILY DOLLAR STORE #2024" at 1201 N 35TH St. (expires 6/30/2012) Agent did not appear. Representing as counsel to the agent, Atty. Michael Schneider P.O. Box 1017, Charlotte, NC 28201 Appearing with the counsel: Lisa Heck, 6535 S. Whitnall Edge Rd., Franklin, WI 53132 Tim Patterson, 10635 Great Plaines Dr., Huntley, IL 60114 No neighborhood testimony. Staff Assistant Keith Stanley, on behalf of Ald. Willie Hines in the 15th Aldermanic District, was present with concerns about trash, loitering, and the extended closing time request. Ald. Coggs moved to amend the application to have a closing time of 9 p.m. There were no objections. Ald. Coggs moved approval, as amended. (Prevailed 5-0)
AMENDEDPass5:0 Action details Not available
111594 0 MotionMotion relating to the recommendations of the Licenses Committee relative to licenses.

Minutes note: 15 THAGGARD, Joyce K, Agent for "FAMILY DOLLAR STORES OF WISCONSIN, INC.", Food Dealer Retail Renewal Application with change of hours (Request to remain open until 10 pm instead of 9pm) for "FAMILY DOLLAR STORE #6245" at 2214 N 35TH St. (expires 6/30/2012) Agent did not appear. Representing as counsel to the agent, Atty. Michael Schneider P.O. Box 1017, Charlotte, NC 28201 Appearing with the counsel: Lisa Heck, 6535 S. Whitnall Edge Rd., Franklin, WI 53132 Tim Patterson, 10635 Great Plaines Dr., Huntley, IL 60114 Individual appearing in opposition: Carol Acrest, 2223 N. 34th St., Milwaukee, WI 53208 Ms. Acrest testified to witnessing at the store issues pertaining to robberies, traffic, violence, uncleanliness of the parking lot, trash, and lack of adequate staffing. She was opposed to the request for extend the closing time to 10 p.m. Ald. Coggs moved to amend the application to have a closing time of 9 p.m. There were no objections. Ald. Coggs moved approval, as amended, with a warning letter based upon neighborhood objection. (Prevailed 5-0)
AMENDEDPass5:0 Action details Not available
111594 0 MotionMotion relating to the recommendations of the Licenses Committee relative to licenses.

Minutes note: 15 FULBRIGHT, SR, Ronnie E, Secondhand Dealer's License Application for "Hidden Treasures Resale Shop" at 2135 W North Av. Ronnie E. Fulbright, Sr., applicant 2135 W. North Ave., Milwaukee, WI 53205 Officer Stephen Witkowski, Milwaukee Police Department, appeared and said that the applicant has been operating business without a license. Mr. Stanley, on behalf of Ald. Hines, did not oppose to the license. No neighborhood testimony. Ald. Kovac moved approval. (Prevailed 5-0)
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111594 0 MotionMotion relating to the recommendations of the Licenses Committee relative to licenses.

Minutes note: 15 TUFAIL, Amjad T, Agent for "SHAN FOOD SALES INC", Extended Hours Establishments Renewal Application for "JUDY'S RED HOTS" at 4806 W LISBON Av. (expires 4/30/2012) Amjad T. Tufail, Agent, represented by counsel, Atty. Michael Maistelman 4806 W. Lisbon Ave., Milwaukee, WI 53210 Atty. Stephens said that the Common Council, on 4/11/2012, voted to return the matter to committee and that the committee, on 3/26/2012, had recommended denial based on neighborhood objections and police report. Atty. Maistelman said the issues pertaining to the police report and neighborhood objections were from the illegal after hours operations of a bar across the street that overflowed to the parking lot of Judy's Red Hots. Ald. Coggs moved to make a supplemental plan of operation, provided by Atty. Maistelman, as part of the record. There were no objections. Officer Steven Witkowski, Milwaukee Police Department -concerns about the extended hours. Commented on item #11 on police report. Mr. Stanley, on behalf of Ald. Hines, was present in support. No opposition testimony. Individuals appearing in support: William McKinnie, 2346 N. 48th St., Milwaukee, WI 53208 Antoine Garrett Sr., 2316 N. 48th St., Milwaukee, WI 53208 Michael Anthony Lock, Jr., 7120 W. Villard Ave., Milwaukee, WI 53218 Ald. Kovac moved approval with a warning letter based upon items #10 and 11 on the police report. (Prevailed 4-0)
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111594 0 MotionMotion relating to the recommendations of the Licenses Committee relative to licenses.

Minutes note: 15 YOUNG, Darcius L, Class B Tavern and Public Entertainment License Applications for "S & M" at 2879 N 21ST St. Darcius L. Young, applicant 1402 W. Capitol Dr., Milwaukee, WI 53206 No neighborhood testimony. Mr. Stanley, on behalf of Ald. Hines, was present with no objections. Ald. Kovac moved approval. (Prevailed 5-0)
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     Meeting recessed at 11:57 a.m.    Not available