City of Milwaukee - File #: 250411

• File #: 250411
• Version: 0
• Type: Motion
• Status: Passed
• File created: 6/24/2025
• In control: COMMON COUNCIL
• Final action: 7/15/2025
• Title: Motion relating to the recommendations of the Licenses Committee relating to licenses.
• Sponsors: THE CHAIR

Date	Ver.	Action By	Action	Result	Tally
7/15/2025	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 08 CORONADO MEZA, Martha E, Agent for "PRETTY IN PINK SPARKLE LLC", Class B Tavern and Public Entertainment Premises Licenses Application Requesting Jukebox, 1 Pool Table and 5 Amusement Machines for "TEQUILEROS SPORTS BAR" at 3830 W NATIONAL Av. This application was called last. Ald. Chambers joined the meeting at 9:08 am. The applicant was present and said that her plan is to have a family oriented sports bar. She added that she will have packages with the local sport teams. There were no neighbors present to testify. Individuals also present: Ald. Zamarripa said that the applicant worked close with her on the plan and that she has no objections. Ald. Chambers moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
7/15/2025	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 11 ANTUNEZ JIMENEZ, Maricela, Agent for "TAQUERIA PARRILLA MIXE LLC", Food Dealer License Application for "PARRILLA MIXE MEXICAN RESTAURANT" at 4952 W FOREST HOME Av. The applicant was present along with Silvia from the License Division as interpreter. The applicant explained that she purchased the restaurant since January, that the current licensees still couching her. She added that her plan is to make the switch to Mexican food eventually and that she has vast experience in the food truck industry. There were no neighbors present to testify. Individuals also present: Ald. Burgelis said that he does not want to stop the restaurant operations but that the rest of the applications will be reviewed in a neighborhood meeting. Ald. Burgelis moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 4-0)	Pass	4:0
7/15/2025	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 12 GLYNN, Steven L, Agent for "EXPERIENCE MILWAUKEE LLC", Class B Tavern and Public Entertainment Premises Licenses Application Requesting Instrumental Musicians for "EXPERIENCE MILWAUKEE" at 123 E WALKER St #115. The applicant was present and said that he is taking over an existing business. There were no neighbors present to testify. Individuals also present: Ald. Perez said that there are no objections. Ald. Pratt moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 4-0)	Pass	4:0
7/15/2025	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 12 MARTINEZ GONZALEZ, Manuel, Agent for "MARTÍNEZ SPORT BAR LLC", Class B Tavern and Public Entertainment Premises Licenses Application Requesting Instrumental Musicians, Disc Jockey, Jukebox, Bands, Karaoke, 5 Amusement Machines, Patrons Dancing and 1 Pool Table for "MARTÍNEZ SPORT BAR" at 2078 S 8TH St. The applicant was present along with Silvia from the License Division as interpreter. The applicant explained that his plan is to have a family oriented sports bar where they can play pool or watch the different sports. There were no neighbors present to testify. Individuals also present: Ald. Perez said that he has talked to the applicant and the current licensee and that he is satisfied with the plan. Ald. Pratt moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 4-0)	Pass	4:0
7/15/2025	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: Agenda Only 02 D'AMATO, Michael, Agent for "ECOATM, LLC", Secondhand Dealer's License Application for "ECOATM, LLC" at 10400 W SILVER SPRING DR #WI18. 02 D'AMATO, Michael, Agent for "ECOATM, LLC", Secondhand Dealer's License Application for "ECOATM, LLC" at 7410 W CAPITOL DR. 03 BESSON, Michael W, Agent for "PIZZA SHUTTLE, INC", Class B Tavern, Extended Hours Establishments, Public Entertainment Premises and Food Dealer Licenses Transfer Application with Change of Agent for "PIZZA SHUTTLE" at 1827 N FARWELL Av. 03 GOKHMAN, Tim B, Agent for "CROSSROADS COLLECTIVE, LLC", Class B Tavern, Public Entertainment Premises and Sidewalk Dining Licenses Transfer Application with Change of Trade Name and Change of Floor Plan for "SHANGHAI SPEAKEASY" at 2238 N FARWELL Av. 03 HESS, Jade D, Agent for "CHARLES ALLIS AND VILLA TERRACE MUSEUMS, INC.", Class B Tavern and Public Entertaiment Premises Licenses Renewal Application with Change of Agent for "CHARLES ALLIS ART MUSEUM" at 1801 N PROSPECT Av. 03 KASHEVAROF, Robbin V, Agent for "VALENTINE COFFEE ROASTERS DOWNER AVENUE, LLC", Permanent Extension of Premise Application for Alcohol and Food and Sidewalk Dining License Application at the West of the Premises for "VALENTINE COFFEE ROASTERS- DOWNER AVENUE" at 3126 N DOWNER Av. 04 BRASHIER, Aimee, Agent for "COMMERCE BUILDING RESTAURANT LLC", Class B Tavern and Food Dealer Licenses Renewal Application with Change of Agent for "DOC'S COMMERCE SMOKEHOUSE" at 754 N VEL R PHILLIPS Av. 04 CARSON, Christopher C, Agent for "CARSON'S RIBS OF MILWAUKEE, LLC", Class B Tavern and Food Dealer Licenses Renewal Application with Change of Agent and Adding Stockholder for "CARSON'S" at 301 W JUNEAU Av. 04 D'AMATO, Michael, Agent for "ECOATM, LLC", Secondhand Dealer's License Application for "ECOATM, LLC" at 2534 W WISCONSIN Av. 04 NAIMJ, Omar A, Agent for "WISCONSIN CITY AND COUNTRY CLUB LLC”, Class B Tavern, Public Entertainment Premises and Food Dealer Licenses Renewal Application with Change of Agent for "WISCONSIN CLUB" at 900 W WISCONSIN Av. 05 VINSON, Romaine, Agent for "SWEET DEAL AUTO AND MORE LLC", Secondhand Motor Vehicle Dealer's License Application for "SWEET DEAL AUTO AND MORE" at 8144 W APPLETON Av. 06 KAUR, Simerjot, Agent for "DEAR N BEER FOOD LLC", Class A Fermented Malt, Food Dealer and Weights & Measures Licenses Transfer Application with Change of Agent, Removing and Adding Stockholder for "DEAR N BEER FOOD" at 1901 W ATKINSON Av. 10 ECKHARDT, Nathan A, Agent for "GPM SOUTHEAST LLC", Extended Hours Establishments, Filling Station, Food Dealer and Weights & Measures Licenses Transfer Application with Change of Agent for "JETZ #4525" at 607 S 70TH St. 11 SIMMONS, Eric K, Agent for "CRV AUTO SALES INC.", Secondhand Motor Vehicle Dealer's License Application (Wholesale Only) for "CRV AUTO SALES" at 3500 S 92ND St #3B. 12 D'AMATO, Michael, Agent for "ECOATM, LLC", Secondhand Dealer's License Application for "ECOATM, LLC" at 801 W HISTORIC MITCHELL St. 12 KAZUBOWSKI, Shawn A, Agent for "DREAM LAB LLC", Public Entertainment Premises License Transfer Application Adding Hookah for "DREAM LAB" at 738 S 3RD St. 12 SWANSON, David K, Agent for "BRAISE RESTAURANT, LLC", Class B Tavern License Renewal Application with Change of Floor Plan Removing Sidewalk and Adding Patio for "BRAISE RESTAURANT" at 1101 S 2ND St. Ald. Brower moved approval of the "Agenda Only" items. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
7/15/2025	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: Warning Letter LOPEZ, Alejandro Class D Operator’s License Application PERSIN, Molly Class D Operator’s License Application WURSTER, Jeffrey Jon Class D Operator’s License Application Ald. Burgelis moved approval of the "Warning Letter" items. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
7/15/2025	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	RECOMMENDED FOR APPROVAL; Minutes note: Ald. Chambers moved approval of the File 250411 as amended. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
7/15/2025	0	COMMON COUNCIL	APPROVED; Minutes note: The question was put: Have the members of the Common Council read the report and recommendations of the Licenses Committee and the exceptions filed under this matter? All members of the Common Council indicated reading the report and recommendations of the Licenses Committee and the exceptions filed under this matter. The question was put: Are there any motions relative to this matter? Hearing no other motions made, a vote of those Council members present to approve the recommendations of the Licenses Committee as contained in File Number 250411 was called.	Pass	15:0
7/1/2025	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: THARP, Latasha L Class D Operator’s License Renewal Application The applicant was not present. Ald. Burgelis moved denial based upon third nonappearance. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
7/1/2025	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: BROOKS, George Class D Operator’s License Application The applicant was not present. Ald. Burgelis moved denial based upon third nonappearance. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
7/1/2025	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: NINNEMAN, Kathryn A Class D Operator’s License Application The applicant was not present. Ald. Brower moved denial based upon fourth nonappearance. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
7/1/2025	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: LIU LUEVANO, Luis Eduardo Class D Operator’s License Application The applicant was not present. Ald. Pratt moved denial based upon third nonappearance. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
7/1/2025	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: McCARVER, Laticia Class D Operator’s License Application The applicant was not present. Ald. Burgelis moved denial based upon fourth nonappearance. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
7/1/2025	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 09 FRIAR, Raecal D, Food Dealer and Food Peddler Licenses Application for "SLOPPY PLATE" at 8103 W TOWER Av. 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 5-0)	Pass	5:0
7/1/2025	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 09 STOTTS, Timothy R, Agent for "OG'S ON BROWN DEER LLC", Class B Tavern, Public Entertainment Premises and Food Dealer Licenses Application Requesting Disc Jockey, Bands, 3 Amusement Machines and Comedy Acts for "OG'S ON BROWN DEER" at 8531 W BROWN DEER Rd. The applicant was present and said that his plan is to have more variety of food (Mexican, Chinese and Soul food) and live soul music. Individuals also present: Achraf Laasiri (LAS for Ald. Taylor) said that they have been in communication with the applicant and that the location and community would benefit from this business plan. There were no neighbors present to testify. Ald. Brower moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
7/1/2025	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 14 LEON, Alejandro, Food Dealer and Food Peddler Licenses Renewal Application for "TAQUERIA ARANDAS" at 2912 S 13TH St. (Expired 6/30/2025) The applicant was present along with Brian Morales as interpreter. Individuals in objection: Carly Hegarty - MHD – said that the operator made the choice to operate without hot water (September 2024), that the applicant has been an operator for a number of years and that he knows that running hot water is a requirement for food handling. Ald. Dimitrijevic was not present but sent an email saying that she does not have an objection. Ald. Zamarripa asked the applicant how many food trucks he has. The applicant said that only one. Ald. Zamarripa reminded the applicant the importance of having running hot water for hands washing and food handling. There were no neighbors present to testify. Ald. Pratt moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
7/1/2025	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 14 ROLAND, Hannah, Agent for "CEDAR TEETH, LLC", Class B Tavern, Public Entertainment Premises, Food Dealer and Sidewalk Dining Licenses Application Requesting Instrumental Musicians and Bands for "CEDAR TEETH" at 2375-79B S HOWELL Av. The applicant was present and said that she has been running a pizza place down the street for 8 years now and that she also does pup up events since 4 years ago. She added that she is looking forward to open this establishment with live music occasionally since it is a small place. Individuals also present: Ald. Zamarripa asked the applicant if a neighborhood meeting was held. The applicant said that there was not a neighborhood meeting but that she has been working with Ald. Dimitrijevic and that as a matter of fact, she helped her to receive a grant. The applicant said that there is a patio on the back that will be used on special permit basis. There were no neighbors present to testify. Ald. Burgelis moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
7/1/2025	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 14 RODRIGUEZ, Auria, Agent for "EVOLUTION BEAUTY AND BARBERSHOP, LLC", Loading Zone Licenses Renewal Application at 803 W OKLAHOMA Av and 3105 S 8TH St for "EVOLUTION BEAUTY AND BARBERSHOP" at 803 W OKLAHOMA Av. (Expires 7/27/2025) The applicant was present along with Bryan Morales as interpreter. Individuals also present: Ald. Zamarripa said that the application was scheduled due an aldermanic objection and read the email on file and also included in the notice. The applicant read a document with the reasons why they should be allowed to renew the loading zones. Ald. Pratt said that 4 parking spaces are excessive for a business. Ald. Burgelis asked the applicant how many customers she has a day. The applicant said about 25 customers per day. Ald. Burgelis said that the loading zones are not private parking spaces and that it seems that she is favoring her clients and tenants with public parking spaces. Ms. Lopez read the loading zone definition from the info sheet for the record. There were no neighbors present to testify. Ald. Burgelis moved nonrenewal of the Loading Zone at 3105 S 8TH St based on aldermanic objection and the applicants testimony and approval of the Loading Zone at 803 W Oklahoma Av. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
7/1/2025	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 12 JUAREZ MARTINEZ, Alma R, Agent for "TACOS ALMITA LLC", Food Dealer and Food Peddler Licenses Renewal Application for "TACOS ALMITA" at 2075-79 S 13TH St. (Expired 5/22/2025) The applicant was present along with Silvia Facio as interpreter. Individuals also present: Ald. Brower said that this applicant operates in his district, that the objection came from one of his residents and that he met with the applicant to discuss the concerns. He added that everything was addressed, from not playing music, asking customers not to hang out around and pick up litter. Ald. Burgelis asked the applicant if music is played in the food truck. The applicant said that they do not but there are some customers that come by with loud music and that they have asked patrons to turn the volume down. She added that the street is busy. There were no neighbors present to testify. Ald. Brower moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
7/1/2025	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 12 SOTO CRUZ, Jesus, Agent for "RESTAURANTE EL LOCAL LLC", Class B Fermented Malt and Food Dealer Licenses Renewal Application for "RESTAURANTE EL LOCAL" at 1801 S 11TH St. (Expires 7/29/2025) The applicant was present along with Carlos Nogal as interpreter. There were no neighbors present to testify. Individuals also present: Maribel Murillo (LAS for Ald. Perez) said that Ald. Perez has no objections. Ald. Chambers moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
7/1/2025	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 12 EITEL, Michael J, Agent for "BANDERAS 408, LLC", Class B Tavern, Public Entertainment Premises and Sidewalk Dining Licenses Application Requesting 5 Amusement Machines for "BANDERAS" at 408 W FLORIDA St #102. The applicant was not present. Ald. Chambers moved to hold the application to the call of the chair. There were no objections. Ald. Pratt moved to reconsider the application at 10:21 am. There were no objections. The applicant was present and said that he has 30 years of experience in the industry and that this is a high-end Latin inspired sports bar with a tropical vibe. Individuals in objection: Michael Mitz – 408 W Florida St - said that he is a disabled senior resident for a year and half and that he is concerned about the noise that they will hear each time that the sports bar door opens with the soccer games on. He added that the police will be answering endless noise complaints and that there is a limited parking which worsens on Friday and Saturday nights. He also said that he objects to the amusement machines. Ald. Zamarripa said that Cider Valley used to be at this location and that it had the similar features. Mr. Mitz said that he is concerned about the soccer massive events. Parker Brasser-Voss – 408 W Florida St - said that he is new in the building and shares the same concerns about traffic, noise, and parking. He added that he would patronize this place but that he does not want to see his and his neighbors quality of life being affected. Individuals in support: James Cooper – 408 W Florida St - said that everyone is concerned but that Mr. Eitel is an experienced bar owner and that this business will mirror his previous operations. Individuals also present: Maribel Murillo said that Ald. Perez leaves it at the committee’s discretion. Ald. Zamarripa asked if there was an amendment to the Public Entertainment Premises application. Ms. Lopez said that Mr. Eitel did it leaving the 5 amusement machines only. Ald. Burgelis asked the applicant how the noise concerns will be addressed. The applicant said that he has been in residential, industrial and mixed use buildings and that security is one his “jams” and that tables, chairs, people and plants influence the streets for good. Ald. Burgelis asked if he is planning to close the patio earlier than the indoors. The applicant said that he would close the sidewalk at 11pm during the week and midnight on weekends. He added that there are no speakers on the sidewalk. Ald. Chambers moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
7/1/2025	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 06 ROBBINS, Nicole L, Agent for "CURRIE & SONS LLC", Class B Tavern and Public Entertainment Premises Licenses Application Requesting Instrumental Musicians, Disc Jockey, Jukebox, Karaoke, 3 Amusement Machines, Poetry Readings and Patrons Dancing for "JEWEL'S 502" at 502 W GARFIELD Av. The applicant was present and said that this is a change of ownership with a 20 plus years in the neighborhood and that she wants to continue the legacy. There were no neighbors present to testify. Individuals also present: Ald. Coggs said that she has no objections. Ald. Pratt moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 4-0)	Pass	4:0
7/1/2025	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	HELD TO CALL OF THE CHAIR; Minutes note: 06 JARABA, Murad N, Agent for "HOPKINS QUICK MART LLC", Class A Malt & Class A Liquor License Application for "HOPKINS QUICK MART" at 2526 W HOPKINS St. The applicant was not present. Ald. Chambers moved to hold the application to the call of the chair upon first nonappearance. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
7/1/2025	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 06 THOMPSON, Paul S, Agent for "BRIDGEMAN FOODS II, INC", Extended Hours Establishments and Food Dealer Licenses Renewal Application for "WENDY'S RESTAURANT #2" at 633 W NORTH Av. (Expires 7/1/2025) The applicant was present along with Scott Thompson and Atty. Loren Prizant. Scott Thompson said that they called the police on six incidences following the practices when the employees fear for their safety. He added that they fell on item 10 but that they are following up after receiving the notice with the police report. Individuals also present: Ald. Burgelis asked if the de-escalation training is updated every year. The applicant said that they do and that it is a constant subject. Ald. Coggs asked the applicant to check the gate because it was broken last time she checked. The applicant said that they will check it out today. There were no neighbors present to testify. Ald. Coggs said that she does not have objections. Ald. Pratt moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
7/1/2025	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 06 AHMAD, Omar, Agent for "1955 LLC", Food Dealer License Renewal Application for "JJ FISH & CHICKEN" at 1955 W CAPITOL DR. (Expired 6/30/2025) The applicant was present and said that during the police report time frame, they had a manager (no longer employed) that was doing things that was not supposed to do. He added that he has been there for 25 years with no issues ever. There were no neighbors present to testify. Individuals also present: Ald. Coggs said that she met with the applicant to discuss the police report and that she recommends approval with a warning letter. Ald. Chambers moved approval with a warning letter. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
7/1/2025	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 06 NAGRA, Gurinder S, Agent for "408 W NORTH AVE, INC.", Extended Hours Establishments, Filling Station, Food Dealer and Weights & Measures Licenses Renewal Application for "US GAS & FOOD MART" at 408 W NORTH Av. (Expires 7/29/2025) The applicant was present and said that he has hired a security guard as an abatement plan for the items on the police report. Ald. Burgelis moved to amend the plan of operations to have one security guard from 7 pm to 2 am Sun-Sat. There were no objections. Neighbors in opposition: Angel Young - 200 E. Wells St. – said that her son purchased the wrong chips at the store and that when he asked for a refund; the store would not give him a refund, the employee said that their cash register does not do refunds. The applicant said that he does not have a refund policy posted and apologized to Ms. Young. Ray Hill – 1726 N MLK Jr Dr – said that this location has a number of challenges and that also has created issues to other businesses in the close area with the shooting being the last one. She added that the operating procedures are a concern and that they have talked about this with the applicant. Individuals also present: Ald. Coggs said that the shootings and even murders are somehow tied to the gas station per MPD and asked the applicant what he thinks that attracts these behaviors. The applicant said that he has not seen any situations like those since he hired the security guard a month ago. Ald. Coggs said that she hopes that the security guard helps to keep the area safer with the school and the Black Holocaust Museum proximity and that the store treats customers with dignity. She added that she has no objections. Ald. Brower moved approval with a warning letter. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
7/1/2025	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 13 KASTHURIRANGAIAN, Prabhu, Agent for "SILVER LINING HEALTH CENTER, LLC", Hotel/Motel License Renewal Application for "TRAVELODGE MILWAUKEE" at 1716 W LAYTON Av. (Expires 7/29/2025) The applicant was present along with Atty. Lisa Wood and Robert James (employee). Atty. Wood said that there are a number of calls on the police report that are not related to the business . The applicant said that they are looking forward to go away from local people with extended stay and reason why they are remodeling the entire building. He added that the last remodeling part will start after this high season is over. He also said that they do trainings on human trafficking and overdose well checks. Mr. James said that regards the sexual assault investigation, the guest requested a check to the air conditioner and that she tried to kiss the technician who pushed her away and reported it to the front desk. He added that days later, the police came to investigate a sexual allegation. Atty. Wood said that the people involved in domestic violence issues are put in the “do not rent list”. Individuals also present: Ald. Spiker said that regarding the sexual assault investigation should be left to the professionals. The applicant said that he has instructed his employees to contact MPD in regards any sexual assault allegation. Ald. Spiker said that he appreciates the reference for the training in the human trafficking and asked if there are resources printed/posted around the premises regarding domestic abuse. The applicant said that they do not have informational resources regarding domestic violence but that he will look it up. Ald. Spiker suggested also to pay attention to people who seem to be under the influence and to have trainings as well. The applicant said that they do recognize behaviors that indicate that an individual might be under the influence and that they inspect the rooms when they have an indication that an individual could have used drugs in the room. Ald. Spiker asked the applicant to look also for situations that can be de-escalated. The applicant said that they check c-cap for people overstaying and that if they find something, they are asked to leave. Ald. Spiker said that he has spoken with the owner in numerous times from remodeling the premises to every item on the police report. He added that he feels comfortable moving forward with a warning letter. Ald. Chambers moved approval with a warning letter. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
7/1/2025	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 13 CHAUDHARI, Jigar, Agent for "DEV HOTEL LLC", Food Dealer License Renewal Application and Hotel/Motel License Renewal Application for "COUNTRY INN MILWAUKEE AIRPORT" at 6200 S 13TH St. (Expired 6/30/2025) The applicant was present along with Mr. Parik (stockholder). Mr. Parik said that they have made changes early in 2025, that they are the managing company now and that seven or eight items on the police report are related to one individual. He added that this individual was arrested with the help of Ald. Spiker because he was also causing trouble at other locations. He also explained that they have trainings in human trafficking and that the operation has gotten better since they took over. Individuals also present: Ald. Spiker asked the applicant if they are confident that no security is needed and that switching operations will be enough to avoid the incidences that happened with the previous operation. Mr. Parik said that they have implemented procedures like locking the gate (11pm-5am) and only registered guests with a key have access to the premises. He added that everybody else would need to call the front desk from a phone at the gate. Ald. Brower moved to amend the plan of operations to include the gate locked from 11pm to 5am. There were no objections. There were no neighbors present to testify. Ald. Spiker said that they have had security issues before and that he is taking the new management word that the security is not needed now but that they will revisit the subject if needed. He also recommended a warning letter. Ald. Zamarripa moved approval as amended with a warning letter. There were no objections. (Prevailed 4-0)	Pass	4:0
7/1/2025	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 13 MIRELES MARTINEZ, Maricela, Agent for "M.A.R.I. OF MILWAUKEE INC.", Class B Tavern and Food Dealer Licenses Application for "FLOR DE PIÑA MEXICAN RESTAURANT" at 4125 S HOWELL Av. The applicant was present and said that she will be running this restaurant along with her mother who has more experience in the business than she does. There were no neighbors present to testify. Individuals also present: Ald. Spiker asked the applicant to remove the play area from the floor plan for safety reasons. The applicant agreed. Ald. Zamarripa moved to remove the play area from the floor plan. There were no objections. Ald. Spiker said that he will keep an eye on the patio. Ald. Burgelis moved approval as amended. There were no objections. (Prevailed 4-0)	Pass	4:0
7/1/2025	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 07 SINGH, Pakhar, Agent for "SIDHU PETROLEUM INC.", Extended Hours Establishments, Filling Station, Food Dealer and Weights & Measures Licenses Renewal Application for "SIDHU PETROLEUM" at 4302 W CAPITOL DR. (Expires 7/20/2025) The applicant was present along with Atty. Arena. Atty. Arena asked Officer Felix about item 23 on the police report, if it was a theft or not taken care of their own property since the wallet fell from the pocket. Officer Felix said that the call was generated at the location and it is considered as a theft investigation because the property was not returned. Atty. Arena said that the police report is about behaviors generated by the public and that the business is always cooperative and provides the surveillance system. He added that they will be increasing security 2-4 hours/day to keep this incidences from happening and asked the committee to consider that the location is in a busy intersection with a lot of issues. Individuals also present: Ald. Brower noted that there is no security guard on the plan of operations. Atty. Arena said that the security guard is from 6pm to 5am Sun-Sat and that they have a total of 24 surveillance cameras. Ald. Brower moved to amend the plan of operations to include a security guard from 6pm to 5am Sun-Sat and the 24 surveillance cameras. There were no objections. Ald. Chambers said that this location has had severe issues at late hours before this applicant held the licenses and wanted to let the applicant know that he won’t be welcoming the Extended Hours license if the problem persists. He added that he hopes that the applicant works with Ald. Jackson. Individuals in support: Sedan Smith – 4271 N Sherman Blvd. – said that he has lived there for 16 years and that this applicant is trying to keep the community together and gives back as well. Valentino – said that he is a business partner and neighbor as well. He added that the applicant asked him if he could do the difference with his business as a security guard and that is why he is working there, because it is also his community. Ald. Jackson said that the applicant works back and forth with MPD. Ald. Chambers moved approval with a warning letter as amended. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
7/1/2025	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	HELD TO CALL OF THE CHAIR; Minutes note: 05 KRAHN, Scott A, Agent for "CAMELOT BANQUET ROOMS, INC", Class B Tavern, Extended Hours Establishments, Public Entertainment Premises and Food Dealer Licenses Renewal Application for "SILK/ROCK COUNTRY" at 11400 W SILVER SPRING Rd. (Expired 6/30/2025) The applicant was present along with Atty. David Halbrooks who objected to the notice’s language. Ald. Burgelis moved to hold the application to the call of the chair. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
7/1/2025	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 03 GRIFFIN, Tyseria N, Agent for "GIRL POWER LLC", Class B Tavern and Extended Hours Establishments Licenses Application Requesting to Close at 4AM Fri-Sat for "THE SEAFOOD SHACK RESTAURANT" at 2336 N FARWELL Av. The applicant was present and said that this would be her second location and that she has noticed that businesses on that area close early and that is why she wants to pursue the alcohol license instead of the extended hours. Individuals also present: Ald. Zamarripa asked the applicant if it is a full service restaurant. The applicant said that it is and that they do seafood boils that are advertised on social media. Ald. Brower said that he held a well-attended neighborhood meeting and that the applicant committed to conduct exterior cleanups at start and close. The applicant agreed. Ald. Brower moved to amend the plan of operations to include exterior cleanups at open and close. There were no objections. Ald. Brower asked the applicant to have a reviewed plan for the sign within three months. The applicant agreed. Ald. Zamarripa told the applicant that there are grants for signs with DCD. There were no neighbors present to testify. Ald. Brower said that the meeting was productive and moved to withdrawn the Extended Hours Establishment license application. There were no objections. Ald. Brower moved approval as amended. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
7/1/2025	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 03 HUHN, Heather R, Agent for "MARY JANE RESTAURANTS LLC", Class B Tavern and Food Dealer Licenses Renewal Application with Change of Hours From Closing 12AM To Close 2AM on Thu, Requesting to Remove Restrictions (No Drink Specials After 9PM, No Alcohol Sales After 12AM) and Change of Floor Plan (Adding Basement Storage) for "CHEBA HUT" at 2907 N OAKLAND Av. (Expired 6/20/2025) The applicant was present and said that they got those restrictions when the license was first granted, that they have been in the business for 4 years now and that they are part of the community. She added that she would like to have options for her revenue and to offer more to her guests. Individuals also present: Ald. Brower asked if they are id carding to their customers. The applicant said that they do. Ald. Brower moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
7/1/2025	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; 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 along with his wife as interpreter. The applicant understands English per wife’s testimony. The applicant said that they have 15 years of experience at the Cudahy location and looking forward to open this location. Individuals also present: Ald. Brower said that he held a neighborhood meeting. There were no neighbors present to testify. Ald. Brower said that the objection on file is about parking issues around the building. He added that he asked the applicant to work with the landlord and other business to check if they can use a parking lot nearby. He also said that it will be service bar only. Ald. Brower moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
7/1/2025	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	HELD TO CALL OF THE CHAIR; Minutes note: 03 HUDSON, Michael I, Agent for "SUNNY DAYS FOODS LLC", Class A Malt & Class A Liquor License Application for "SUNNY DAYS FOOD" at 2500 N DOUSMAN St. The applicant was present and said that he got two letters of compliance regarding the item on the police report. Individuals also present: Ald. Zamarripa asked if the fine has been paid. The applicant said that it is paid. There were no neighbors present to testify. Ald. Brower said that he held a neighborhood meeting and that the applicant expressed that the alcohol sales would be behind the counter and even talked about safety issues and concerns about people drinking on the oak trail. Atty. Travis said that he cannot advise if it is permissible or not to buy a beer of can and open it at the trail. He added that this is a new application and there is no relationship between the public drinking and this establishment. Ald. Brower said that he reviewed the objections, even the video but that he cannot relate them to this establishment and that the applicant agreed to conduct two exterior cleanups at start and close time. The applicant agreed. Ald. Brower moved approval as amended. The motion failed 3-2. Ald. Brower moved to reconsider the application at 2:41 pm. There were no objections. (Prevailed 4-0) (Ald. Burgelis was not present at the moment). Ald. Chambers moved to hold the application to the call of the chair. There were no objections. (Prevailed 4-0)	Pass	4:0
7/1/2025	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 03 HAMDAN, Murad J, Agent for "NEXGEN PARTNERS LLC", Class B Tavern and Public Entertainment Premises Licenses Application Requesting Instrumental Musicians, Bands and Karaoke for "PALI PARK FOOD DISTRICT" at 1652 N WATER St. The applicant was present along with Mr. Hamdan. Mr. Hamdan said that they will do the Zocalo on the north and that they have held a total of 3 neighborhood meetings. The applicant said that the live music will be played until 9-10 pm. Individuals also present: Ald. Brower said that there was a commitment to have one security guard Thu-Sat from 8pm to 3am, to conduct two exterior cleanups, the dumpster removal at least 4 times/wk and completely enclosed The applicant agreed. Ald. Brower moved to amend the plan of operations to include a security guard Thu-Sat from 8pm to 3am and two exterior clean ups 50 feet from door to north and south at start and close hours, having the dumpster be enclosed and emptied at least 4 times/wk. There were no objections. Ms. Lopez said that the applicant amended the application to include comedy acts but that we failed to put it on the notice. Ald. Brower moved to include comedy acts as type of entertainment. There were no objections. Individuals in opposition: Gerald Winslow – 1653 N Jackson St – said that strongly objects to the full project and that this project would be right by his apartment (30 feet away). He added that it is less than a quarter of an acre with 8-10 food trucks, live music and a bar. He added that these are luxury apartments. Paul Murphy – 1653 N Jackson St – said that he is in opposition for everything, especially for the public entertainment premises application, which would be a nuisance for the neighbors who live there. Ald. Zamarripa asked if the public entertainment would be held indoors or outdoors. The applicant said that it would depend on the season, that the bands are acoustic and that the karaoke will be only with one speaker. Ald. Brower said that this application has been difficult, that there won’t be generators, that the food trucks will be plugged in and no sound amplification. Ald. Brower moved to amend the public entertainment premises license application with live music and music from food trucks ending at 9pm Sun-Wed 9pm and 10 pm Thu-Sat . There were no objections. Ald. Brower moved approval as amended. There were no objections. (Prevailed 4-0)	Pass	4:0
7/1/2025	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 04 MARCUS, David J, Agent for "BENSON'S CATERING MKE LLC", Class B Tavern, Public Entertainment Premises and Food Dealer Licenses Application (4th Floor) Requesting Instrumental Musicians for "MILWAUKEE ATHLETIC CLUB" at 758 N BROADWAY - 4th Floor. Atty. Steve Bartel appeared on behalf of the applicant. There were no neighbors present to testify. Individuals also present: Ald. Bauman said that he has no objections. Ald. Pratt moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 4-0)	Pass	4:0
7/1/2025	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 04 HOAG, William M, Agent for "INFERNO MARKETING GROUP, INC.", Class B Tavern and Temporary Public Entertainment Premises Licenses Application Requesting Instrumental Musicians for Milwaukee Brewfest on July 26, 2025 for "INFERNO MARKETING GROUP, INC." at 1750 N LINCOLN MEMORIAL DR. The applicant was present. There were no neighbors present to testify. Individuals also present: Ald. Bauman said that he has no objections. Ald. Chambers moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 4-0)	Pass	4:0
7/1/2025	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 04 SINGH, Davinder, Agent for "RK LIQUOR INC", Class A Malt & Class A Liquor License Renewal Application for "STATE BEER LIQUOR" at 2537 W STATE St. (Expires 7/21/2025) Atty. Bobot appeared on behalf of the applicant. Atty. Bobot said that he was contacted by the licensee about two weeks ago and filed a restriction order against the individual on the police report. He also said that his client has been cooperative and has taken responsible steps. Individuals in opposition: John Hennessey – 34th and State St – said that he is a developer of the music park soon to open and that when he goes there (3-4 times/wk); he always finds a crowd of 15 people that hangs out at his building's benches and drinking in public. He added that he knows that the Concordia Historic Homes are not in support. Ald. Chambers asked Mr. Hennessey why they picked this location with the liquor store in front. Mr. Hennessey did not respond directly. Ald. Bauman said for the context that this license was granted probably in the 70’s, that Ricky’s bar is on the other corner, that the third corner is owned by Mr. Hennessey and the fourth corner is a grass area adjacent to the plasma center. Atty. Bobot asked Mr. Hennessey if he calls the police when he sees the people loitering at his benches. Mr. Hennessey said that he does but that it is hard to get to the non emergency number. Individuals in support: Savanah Brooks – 801 N 27th St – Near West Side Partners, Safety Outreach Manager – said that the applicant is very responsive of any calls or complaints given to him and that he is a good community partner. Ald. Bauman said that there is no question that there is activity around, that he drives by almost every day and he thinks that Mr. Hennessey’s business will be impacted by these other businesses with property rights. He also said that there is no issues with this liquor store and no reason for any disciplinary action. Ms. Lopez said that the plan of operations does not reflect the security guard that Atty. Bobot mentioned. Atty. Bobot said that they won’t amend the plan because there is a security guard in place and that he would like that the neighbor remove the benches so he does not have problems with people loitering. Ald. Chambers moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
7/1/2025	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 04 HOUDEN, JR, Christopher, Agent for "WILLOW 1550 LLC", Parking Lot License Application for "WILLOW 1550 LLC" at 1550 N PROSPECT Av. The applicant was present and said that the building is abandoned at this time and that they were asked by DNS to apply for a parking lot license. There were no neighbors present to testify. Individuals also present: Ald. Bauman asked the applicant what the security plan is (lights, fence, etc.) for this location. The applicant said that they will put two lamps of 40,000 amps each/solar paneled and recommendations signage. Ald. Brower moved to amend the plan of operations to include two lamps of 40,000 amps each/solar paneled and proper safety signage. There were no objections. Ald. Chambers moved approval as amended. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
7/1/2025	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 04 CRUZ-COLON, Nerilyn A, Agent for "JR'S TREATS LLC", Food Dealer License Transfer Application with Change of Business Operations Adding Hot Food/Change of Menu for "JR'S TREATS" at 624 N WATER St. The applicant was present. Individuals also present: Ald. Bauman said that he received complaints about the odors and happened that the applicant was preparing meals without the proper license. The applicant said that she is not frying, only baking and given the community’s feedback, she filed for a change of operations. Ald. Bauman said that the tenant and building owner are against this applicant. The applicant explained that she has a restraining order against this tenant who have come to yell at her in front of her customers, that he knows the applicant from before and has expressed openly that he wants to take over this location. Ald. Zamarripa asked the applicant if she wants to continue despite the fact that the landlord does not want her to sell prepared food. The applicant said that she wants to do things properly. Ald. Pratt made a reference of the emails part of the file from LIU and Health Department. Ald. Chambers moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
7/1/2025	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 04 KRAHN, Scott A, Agent for "PPH Properties I LLC", Class B Tavern and Public Entertainment Premises Licenses Renewal Application with Removing/Adding Stockholder and Transfer of Stock for "SILK EXOTIC GENTLEMEN'S CLUB" at 730 N MARTIN L KING JR DR. (Expired 5/26/2025) The applicant was present along with Atty. Halbrooks. Atty. Halbrooks said that the particular claim in file was addressed by him with a letter and that she is not a valid objector by definition. Individuals also present: Ald. Bauman said that this application was scheduled due the objection on file and that the objector is not here. There were no neighbors present to testify. Ald. Chambers moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
7/1/2025	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: Agenda Only 02 NUNO, Edgar, Agent for "NUNO'S AUTO SERVICE LLC", Secondhand Motor Vehicle Dealer's License Application for "NUNO'S AUTO SERVICE" at 9105 W FOND DU LAC Av. 03 MALONE, Samuel A, Agent for "J & S MALONE, LLC", Class B Tavern, Public Entertainment Premises and Sidewalk Dining Licenses Renewal Application with Change of Agent, Transfer of Stock, and Removing/Adding Stockholder for "MALONE'S ON BRADY" at 1329 E BRADY St. 04 HEBL, Benjamin A, Agent for "POURMAN'S LLC", Class B Tavern and Public Entertainment Premises Licenses Transfer Application Adding Hookah Service and Change of Floor Plan Adding 1 Pool Table for "POURMAN'S" at 1127 N WATER St. 04 NEMBHARDT, Hyacinth E, Agent for "TROPIC LLC", Public Entertainment Premises License Transfer Application Adding Hookah Service for "TROPIC" at 518 N WATER St. 04 RIDLEY, Elizabeth L, Agent for "RIDLEY IPCO LLC", Class B Tavern, Public Entertainment Premises and Food Dealer Licenses Renewal Application with Transfer of Stock for "NO STUDIOS (ROOFTOP)" at 1037 W MC KINLEY Av. 04 SCHWARTZ, Dawn, Agent for "MAGGIE'S CLOSET LLC", Secondhand Dealer's License Application for "MAGGIE'S CLOSET LLC" at 159 N BROADWAY #101. 04 SINGH, Ranjit, Agent for "BRICK WING LLC", Waiver Request of the Time Limit to Receive the Class B Tavern and Public Entertainment Premises Licenses Application for "BRICK WING EVENT HALL" at 804 N MILWAUKEE St #Suite 100. 06 MARKING, Nicholas E, Agent for "PRIMETIME EVENTS LLC", Class B Tavern License Renewal Application with Change of Floor Plan (Removing Cafe Area) for "THE TAP YARD-SCHLITZ PARK/THE TAP YARD- MILWAUKEE" at 1555 N RIVERCENTER DR. 08 PLASCENCIA VERA, Ramiro, Agent for "PLASCENCIA AUTO SALES & REPAIR LLC", Secondhand Motor Vehicle Dealer's License Renewal Application with Transfer of Stock for "PLASCENCIA AUTO SALES & REPAIR LLC" at 3705 W NATIONAL Av. 10 SIDNER, Daniel S, Agent for "MAXIE'S MILWAUKEE LLC", Class B Tavern and Food Dealer Licenses Renewal Application with Change of Floor Plan (Removing Sidewalk Dining) for "MAXIE'S" at 6732 W FAIRVIEW Av. 10 TARAS, Bill G, Agent for "MATT'S FOREIGN CAR SPECIALISTS, INC", Secondhand Motor Vehicle Dealer's License Renewal Application with Removing Stockholder and Transfer of Stock as agent for "MATT'S FOREIGN CAR SPECIALISTS" at 5519 W VLIET St. 12 SWANSON, David K, Agent for "BRAISE RESTAURANT, LLC", Class B Tavern License Renewal Application with Change of Floor Plan Removing Sidewalk Cafe for "BRAISE RESTAURANT" at 1101 S 2ND ST. 12 TORRES, Debra J, Agent for "DEBBIE COOPS LLC", Class B Tavern, Public Entertainment Premises and Food Dealer Licenses Renewal Application Requesting To Open at 11AM on St. Patrick's Day, Memorial Day, Labor Day, July 4th, Thanksgiving, and Christmas for "THE TOOL BOX" at 1500 W SCOTT St. 13 ZEQIRI, Xhevit, Agent for "LIQEN CORPORATION", Class B Tavern, Public Entertainment Premises and Food Dealer Licenses Renewal Application with Change of Hours From 6AM-9PM Sun-Sat To 7AM-3PM Tue-Sun for "COPPER KITCHEN RESTAURANT" at 3935 S HOWELL Av. Ald. Pratt moved approval of the "Agenda Only" items. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
7/1/2025	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: Warning Letter LOPEZ, Alejandro Class D Operator’s License Application PERSIN, Molly Class D Operator’s License Application WURSTER, Jeffrey Jon Class D Operator’s License Application 02 ALI, Zakaria M, Agent for "JAD FOOD LLC", Food Dealer License Renewal Application for "JAD FOOD" at 5855 W SILVER SPRING DR. 05 HOERCHNER, David, Agent for "PARK MANOR MOTEL, LLC", Hotel/Motel License Renewal Application for "PARK MANOR MOTEL" at 7730 W APPLETON Av. Ald. Burgelis moved approval of the "Warning Letter" items. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
7/1/2025	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	RECOMMENDED FOR APPROVAL; Minutes note: Ald. Brower moved approval of the File 250411 as amended. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
6/27/2025	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 01 NASH, Quineshia SHANAE, Agent for "H.Y.A. INVESTMENT LLC", Class A Fermented Malt License Application as agent for "HS SUPERMARKET" at 2643 W ATKINSON Av. The applicant was present along with Atty. Maistelman. The applicant declined to make any comments regarding the item on the police report as she already talked about it on the previous hearing, Atty. Maistelman objected to have the police report read again. Individuals in opposition: Vince Toney – 2721 W Roosevelt Dr - said that they held a block watch meeting last Saturday where Ald. Pratt was present and did not say anything about this hearing today. He added that after the store was raided and lost the liquor license, the traffic and police presence has diminished significantly. Mr. Toney showed two stacks of paper (one thicker than the other) saying that those were the police reports for 2023 and 2024 and that since August of 2024, there is only one sheet which shows that there is improvement without the liquor license. He also said that the applicant does not live in the area, is not a stockholder (this information was given to him by the License Division) and has very little experience. He also mentioned that he has been appearing since 2015 in opposition and that it took a police raid for this establishment to lose the liquor license. Ald. Chambers said that Mr. Toney has been here before, that they both had discussed the notification process and reiterated that houses 250 feet around this business address were sent a notice about today’s hearing. He also said that people can sign up to E-notify to stay informed about the licenses in their neighborhoods. He added that he does not know why Mr. Toney continues saying that Ald. Pratt does not alert residents. Ms. Lopez said that the applicant amended the application with a 20% of ownership at the previous hearing. Atty. Maistelman asked Mr. Toney what kind of documents he has to support his testimony about this store losing the liquor license due a police raid. Mr. Toney said that he does not know and that he does not have an answer. Atty. Maistelman said that Mr. Toney was here at the previous hearing yelling and making threats to the committee members (Mr. Toney said that he did not threat anybody) when the police was not present at the time. He added that the he is making false presentations under oath and hopes that the committee take into consideration the false accusations too. Ald. Zamarripa answered that his notes are taken as well as the context. Cheryl Blue – Thirty Street Industrial Corridor, Executive Director - said that its office is located in the Garden Homes Neighborhood and that they have conveyed the neighbors together to set up a safety plan to fight issues like prostitution, drug dealing, murder and even rehabilitating housing (24 houses done so far). She also said that they have been working for 9 years and that there has been a great improvement since this business lost the alcohol license. She also explained that the police is working in partnership to improve the area and that one of the rehab houses by the park is a police house in an effort to bring the park back to the community. The applicant asked Ms. Blue when did she started to notice the dramatic improvement that she mentioned in her testimony. Ms. Blue said that within the last year for sure. Individuals in support: Ms. Desillyn Smith – Garden Homes Association, Executive Director – said that they are in support of the store and that they are also working in collaboration with Thirty Street Corridor. She also said that she has noticed great changes in the area not because there is no alcohol license there but because people has moved away with the heavy police presence and the surveillance system in the area. She also mentioned that the liquor license in the area is not going to stop anything, that the traffic still on Atkinson and 27th St and that wherever the people go to get their liquor, they will still come back to this location. She also said that this store, even with the previous owner, was the one who gave her an opportunity when she was on the streets and that she is trying to support this ownership with a black female. Joe Bova – 4468 N 26th St – Garden Homes Neighborhood Association (representing for 47 years) – said that the neighborhood association is very concerned about what is happening in the neighborhood, that they have talked to the applicant, that she has attended the meetings answering questions from neighbors which shows that she is upfront. He added that the association supports African American entrepreneurships. Ald. Pratt said that some of the members did not agree with the support letter. Mr. Bova said that the majority supports the letter and that is why it was issued. Felicia Ferguson – said that she wears many hats in the Garden Homes Neighborhood Association – said that whatever happened in the past should not be put on the applicant’s head who deserves an opportunity. Ald. Pratt said that many of the partners (including Thirty Street Industrial Corridor, MPD and Sheriff’s Office) are not in favor for over saturation of liquor in the neighborhood and also neighbors and stakeholders against as well. She added that she received letters in objection and the reason why she moved denial. Atty. Maistelman said that the letters and evidences that Ald. Pratt just mentioned were not included in the notice nor are part of the record. Ald. Pratt said that some were formal conversations and that there are some letters. Atty. Maistelman said that his client started to work at the store in July which is the reason why even objectors acknowledge that there have not been problems since a year ago. He added that he would object to the concentration argument because there is only one license like that in the radius showed in the map. He also said that his client is invested in the neighborhood, that she is been attending the meetings and asked the committee to reconsider the application. Ald. Chambers said that we cannot deny the historical facts around this location. Ald. Pratt said that other changes have been made around (like changing the bus stop) in order to improve the area and that she truly believes that not having the alcohol license has helped as well. She said that she recognizes that the applicant has done everything but that she does not want to have alcohol at this location. The motion passed. There were no objections.	Pass	5:0
6/27/2025	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 15 BANSAL, Manish K, Agent for "NAARYA RAJ GROCERIES INC.", Class A Fermented Malt, Food Dealer and Weights & Measures Licenses Application for "NAARYA GROCERIES" at 2101 N 38TH St. The applicant was present and said that the item on the police report happened long ago, that he complied and has a Wisconsin driver’s license. He added that he has managing experience. There were no neighbors present to testify. Individuals also present: Dameon Ellzey (LAS for Ald. Stamper) said that this is a good business in the community and hopes that they continue this way. Ald. Chambers moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
6/27/2025	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	HELD TO CALL OF THE CHAIR; Minutes note: 15 CHATTHA, Ali S, Agent for "SHAN FOOD SALES INC", Extended Hours Establishments and Food Dealer Licenses Renewal Application for "JUDY'S RED HOTS" at 4806 W LISBON Av. (Expired 5/26/2025) The applicant was not present. Individuals also present: Mr. Ellzey said that they have been communicating and that he does not know why the applicant is not here. Ald. Burgelis moved to hold the application to the call of the chair upon first nonappearance. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
6/27/2025	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	RECOMMENDED FOR APPROVAL; Minutes note: Ald. Brower moved approval of the File 250411 as amended. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
6/27/2025	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 08 PATEL, Piyush G, Agent for "JAY SAMBAI 2108 LLC", Class A Fermented Malt, Food Dealer and Weights & Measures Licenses Application for "SOUTH AVE FOODS" at 2108 S 25TH St. The applicant was present along with Dixitkumar Patel. Individuals also present: Mr. Dixitkumar said that an employee sold the cigarettes and that he has implemented a scanner system to verify the age. There were no neighbors present to testify. Ald. Zamarripa thanked the applicants to make themselves available to her, that this a long-standing business and that she has no objections. Ms. Lopez said that the scanner system is not part the plan. Ald. Zamarripa moved to amend the plan of operations to include the scanner system. There were no objections. Ald. Zamarripa moved approval as amended. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
6/27/2025	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 08 GARCIA, Heladio, Agent for "IL PANINO LLC", Food Dealer and Food Peddler Licenses Renewal Application for "IL PANINO/ EL DANZANTE" at 2131 S MUSKEGO Av. (Expired 5/27/2025) The applicant was present. There were no neighbors present to testify. Individuals also present: Ald. Zamarripa said that this application was scheduled due two objections on file (one residential and one business complaining about the food truck parking closer to a licensed food establishment than the ordinance allows). The applicant said that he did not know that the employees were parking for so long and late and that he fired them in December. He also mentioned that the food truck has not been operating for the lack of staff and that he is aware that he cannot park in front on a licensed food establishment. There were no neighbors present to testify. Ald. Zamarripa moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
6/27/2025	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 08 ISIDORO XOLOT, Diego, Agent for "TAQUERIA EL TENAMPA LLC", Food Dealer and Food Peddler Licenses Renewal Application for "TAQUERIA EL TENAMPA LLC" at 3447 W FOREST HOME Av. (Expired 5/5/2025) The applicant was present along with Sam Dawson as interpreter and Jairo Jimenez (employee). Individuals also present: Ald. Zamarripa said that this application was scheduled because the applicant parked on the reserved food truck area on Burnham Park without the proper permit. The applicant said that he did not know but that he does not park there since he received the citation. He also said that he paid the fine. There were no neighbors present to testify. Ald. Zamarripa moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
6/27/2025	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 08 RIVERA, William, Agent for "LA PICA #3, LLC", Class B Tavern and Public Entertainment Premises Licenses Renewal Application for "LA PICA CARR 3 BAR & HALL" at 3427-31 W LINCOLN Av. (Expires 7/29/2025) The applicant was present and said that he was not there regarding the item on the police report and that he always opens the door for the police. Individuals also present: Ald. Zamarripa said that the applicant reached out to her proactively and asked him to have a CPTED in order to have a safe business for him and the neighborhood. The applicant agreed. There were no neighbors present to testify. Ald. Zamarripa said that the items on the police report are concerning but that this is the first time appearing before committee. Ald. Zamarripa moved approval with a warning letter. There were no objections. (Prevailed 4-0)	Pass	4:0
6/27/2025	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 03 SCHAEFER, Scott A, Agent for "JACK'S AMERICAN PUB, LLC", Class B Tavern, Public Entertainment Premises, Food Dealer and Sidewalk Dining Licenses Renewal Application for "JACK'S AMERICAN PUB" at 1323 E BRADY St. (Expires 7/30/2025) The applicant was present with Atty. Baker and Darrell Torres. Atty. Baker said that the item on the police report is a concerning but an isolated event. She explained that the persons involved were not patrons of the establishment, that one of them entered the establishment to use the bathroom, that the second suspect followed him and the shooting happened at the bathroom. She added that her client has increased security on weekends and has security the entire week. She also explained that his client has joined the BID and that they have seen a pleasant resolution with the peoples’ demeanor having the extra security. Atty. Baker said that both parties were properly scanned before entering. Individuals in support: Michael Sander – Brady St BID Director – said that the applicant is responsible, engaged with the safety of the neighbors, patrons and other businesses. Individuals also present: Ald. Brower said that he truly believes that it is an isolated incident despite the fact that it is concerning and that he has no issues with this business. Ald. Brower moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
6/27/2025	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 01 CROSS, Kenneth, Agent for "JUNIORS FOODS LLC", Class A Fermented Malt License Application for "JUNIOR'S FOODS" at 4782 N HOPKINS St. The applicant was present and explained that he is looking to make things easy and convenient to his customers and that he has purchased the building. There were no neighbors present to testify. Individuals also present: Ald. Pratt said that she is very happy to have Mr. Cross in the neighborhood but that she cannot support this license because there is alcohol concentration in this area. Ald. Pratt moved denial based on concentration. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
6/27/2025	0	LICENSES COMMITTEE	AMENDED; Minutes note: 01 NAGRA, Gurinder S, Agent for "VILLARD PETRO MART INC", Extended Hours Establishments, Filling Station, Food Dealer and Weights & Measures Licenses Renewal Application for "VILLARD PETRO MART" at 3709 W VILLARD Av. (Expired 5/20/2025) The applicant was present. The applicant said that for the item 7/29 it was about a random guy outside the store who did not work for him and that the shooting did not happen at the store, that it was a confrontation outside the store. Individuals also present: Ald. Pratt asked the applicant if the employees have access the security surveillance system. The applicant said that they do now. Ald. Pratt asked the applicant if he had conducted a CPTED. The applicant said that he has. There were no neighbors present to testify. Ald. Pratt moved renewal with a warning letter. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)	Pass	5:0
6/24/2025	0	COMMON COUNCIL	ASSIGNED TO

Number

250411

Version

Original

Reference

Sponsor

THE CHAIR

Title

Motion relating to the recommendations of the Licenses Committee relating to licenses.

Drafter

CC-CC

Laurie Phillip

6/18/2025