LICENSES COMMITTEE

City Hall City of Milwaukee 200 East Wells Street Milwaukee, WI 53202 Meeting Minutes LICENSES COMMITTEE ALD. T. ANTHONY ZIELINSKI, CHAIR Ald. Milele A. Coggs, Vice-Chair Ald. Nik Kovac, Ald. Robert Puente, and Ald. Russell Stamper, II Staff Assistant, Molly Kuether, 286-2775 Fax: 286-3456, Molly.Kuether@milwaukee.gov Legislative Liaison, Jeffrey Osterman, 286-2262, joster@milwaukee.gov Tuesday, January 5, 2016 8:30 AM Room 301-B, City Hall The meeting convened at 9:00 AM Present 4 - Zielinski, Kovac, Puente, Stamper Excused 1 - Coggs 1. 151320 An ordinance revising certain licensing regulations for the purposes of correcting errors, clarifying language and eliminating obsolete provisions. Sponsors: THE CHAIR Andrew Van Natta, Legislative Reference Bureau A motion was made by ALD. PUENTE that this Ordinance be RECOMMENDED FOR PASSAGE. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote: Aye 4- Zielinski, Kovac, Puente and Stamper No 0 Excused 1- Coggs 2. 151143 Motion relating to the recommendations of the Licenses Committee relative to licenses. Sponsors: THE CHAIR 02 GRIFFIN, Angela D, Agent for "White Elephant Catering Co.", Food Dealer -Restaurant Renewal Application with Change of Agent and Shareholder for "White Elephant Catering Company" at 6005 W Villard Av. (Expired 11/24/2015) Individual present: Sherman Morton, 2nd District Legislative Assistant Ald. Kovac moved to Hold to the Call of the Chair due to nonappearance. (Prevailed 4-0) City of Milwaukee Page 1 LICENSES COMMITTEE Meeting Minutes January 5, 2016 A motion was made by ALD. KOVAC that this Motion be AMENDED. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote: Aye 4- Zielinski, Kovac, Puente and Stamper No 0 Excused 1- Coggs 05 NGUYEN, Jack V, Agent for "PPHO LLC", Class B Beer License Application for "Pho Lovers" at 5430 N LOVERS LANE. Individuals also present: Ald. Bohl stated he is in support. Ald. Puente moved approval. (Prevailed 4-0) A motion was made by ALD. PUENTE that this Motion be AMENDED. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote: Aye 4- Zielinski, Kovac, Puente and Stamper No 0 Excused 1- Coggs 13 PHAN, Thanh D, Agent for "Vietnamese Noodles LLC", Class B Beer and Class C Wine - Service Bar Only License Applications for "Vietnamese Noodles" at 3881- 3883 S 27TH St. Individuals also present: Ald. Witkowski stated he is in support Song Tran, 2037 Huron Cir, Grafton, WI Ald. Stamper moved approval. (Prevailed 4-0) A motion was made by ALD. STAMPER that this Motion be AMENDED. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote: Aye 4- Zielinski, Kovac, Puente and Stamper No 0 Excused 1- Coggs 13 SINGH, Jaswant, Agent for "Grange Petro Mart, LLC", Filling Station Renewal Application for "Grange Petro Mart, LLC" at 1313 W Grange Av. (Expires 1/31/2016) Individuals also present: Ald. Witkowski stated he is in support . Ald. Stamper moved approval with a warning letter. (Prevailed 4-0) City of Milwaukee Page 2 LICENSES COMMITTEE Meeting Minutes January 5, 2016 A motion was made by ALD. STAMPER that this Motion be AMENDED. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote: Aye 4- Zielinski, Kovac, Puente and Stamper No 0 Excused 1- Coggs Present 5 - Zielinski, Coggs, Kovac, Puente, Stamper 151143 Motion relating to the recommendations of the Licenses Committee relative to licenses. Sponsors: THE CHAIR 13 SOKOLOWSKI, Todd G, Agent for "Sokolowski Enterprize LLC", Class B Tavern and Public Entertainment Premises License Renewal Applications for "Jerseys Pub & Grill" at 4024 S Howell Av. (Expires 2/6/2016) Appearing on behalf of the applicant: Atty Andrew Arena stated the applicant will do a better job of managing his patrons and will rope off the back deck. Individuals also present: Ald. Witkowski stated he has received emails regarding the noise, volleyball courts, litter, empty cups and bottles, vomiting, and lewd behavior. He added that the parking lot that is being leased is full of debris and he requests revocation. Scott Rick, manager of the premises stated he will do a better job of cleaning up trash around the property and in the parking lot. Individuals present in opposition: David Bartel 126 E Norwich St stated he is sickened by the public urination of the bar patrons, the garbage that is left and motorcycles leaving at 1-2 AM. Kelley Murphy 4021 S Burrell St stated she lives directly behind the bar and has intoxicated patrons around her house littering and being loud. She stated that she sees people on the back deck smoking and drinking. She added she has called the bar several times to complain. Ald. Puente moved approval with a 10 day suspension based on neighborhood and aldermanic testimony. (Prevailed 4-0-1, Ald. Coggs abstaining) A motion was made by ALD. PUENTE that this Motion be AMENDED. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote: Aye 4- Zielinski, Kovac, Puente and Stamper No 0 Abstain 1- Coggs 01 KAUR, Charnjit Class A Malt & Class A Liquor and Food Dealer's License Applications for "Stark Foods II" at 4616 W Hampton Av. City of Milwaukee Page 3 LICENSES COMMITTEE Meeting Minutes January 5, 2016 Appearing with the applicant: Atty Andrew Arena Senator Lena Taylor stated she is in support this business. Ald. Stamper moved to Hold to the Call of the Chair. (Prevailed 4-0) Ald. Stamper moved to reconsider. (Prevailed 5-0) Individuals also present: Arlisia McHenry, 1st District Legislative Assistant stated Ald. Hamilton has met with the applicant and is in support of the application. Fifteen people were present in support of the application. Ald. Stamper moved approval. (Prevailed 5-0) A motion was made by ALD. STAMPER that this Motion be AMENDED. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote: Aye 5- Zielinski, Coggs, Kovac, Puente and Stamper No 0 14 RODRIGUEZ, Manuel G Class B Tavern and Public Entertainment Premises License Renewal Applications Adding Disc Jockey for "REYNA'S BAR" at 2566 S 6TH St. (Expires 2/6/2016) Ald. Zielinski stated he spoke with the applicant and is in support of the renewal, but not the addition of the DJ. Ald. Zielinski moved approval of the renewal, but held the Public Entertainment Premises adding DJ. (Prevailed 5-0) A motion was made by ALD. ZIELINSKI that this Motion be AMENDED. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote: Aye 5- Zielinski, Coggs, Kovac, Puente and Stamper No 0 06 DYSON, Donnell L, Agent for "Ink Hogs, LLC", Tattoo and Body Piercing Renewal Application for "Ink Hogs" at 514 E Center St. Ald. Coggs moved approval with a warning letter based on police report. (Prevailed 3-2, with Alds. Zielinski and Puente voting no) A motion was made by ALD. COGGS that this Motion be AMENDED. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote: Aye 5- Zielinski, Coggs, Kovac, Puente and Stamper No 0 06 BOONE, Agnes D Class B Tavern and Public Entertainment Premises License Applications Requesting Jukebox, Disc Jockey, 1 Amusement Machine, and 1 Pool Table for "Milestone Sports Bar" at 2978 N Mother Simpson WA. City of Milwaukee Page 4 LICENSES COMMITTEE Meeting Minutes January 5, 2016 Ald. Coggs moved approval provided the applicant employs an experienced bar manager. (Prevailed 4-0) A motion was made by ALD. COGGS that this Motion be AMENDED. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote: Aye 4- Zielinski, Coggs, Kovac and Stamper No 0 Excused 1- Puente 06 FARES, Jehad A, Agent for "Freez Food Mart LLC", Class A Malt & Class A Liquor and Food Dealer's License Applications for "Freez Food Mart" at 2526 W Hopkins St. Appearing with the applicant: Veronica Carter 3241 N 3rd St Ald. Coggs moved to amend the application to remove Class A Liquor. (Prevailed 4-0) Ald. Coggs moved approval of the Class A Malt and Food Dealer's licenses and denial of the Class A Liquor based on proximity to a church. (Prevailed 3-0) A motion was made by ALD. COGGS that this Motion be AMENDED. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote: Aye 3- Zielinski, Coggs and Kovac No 0 Excused 2- Puente and Stamper 06 NICHOLSON, Darrell C, Agent for "ATKINSON BEER & LIQUOR MART, INC", Class A Malt & Class A Liquor and Food Dealer's License Renewal Applications for "ATKINSON BEER & LIQUOR MART, INC" at 1101 W ATKINSON Av. (Expires 2/9/2016) Individual present in opposition: Janet Mays, 1510 W Keefe Ave, on behalf of Incarnation Lutheran Church stated she is concerned about the loitering and safety. Individuals present in support: Melvin Mack 1033 W Atkinson Ave #106 stated he is an employee and doesn't see much loitering. Anthony Isley, 1411 W. Atkinson Ave, #104 stated he agrees with the previous speaker and has asked people loitering to leave the business. Bobby Quarry 3765 N 10th St stated he agrees with the previous speakers. Sam Murray, 1141 W Atkinson Ave, stated there are cameras around and the business is respectable. Hank Duedemiester, 1103 W Atkinson stated the police come by and try to give tickets for loitering. City of Milwaukee Page 5 LICENSES COMMITTEE Meeting Minutes January 5, 2016 Michelle Wilson, 3942 N 17th St, state she is a previous employee and member of the church. Ald. Coggs stated loitering is an issue with the business. Ald. Coggs moved approval with a warning letter. (Prevailed 4-0) A motion was made by ALD. COGGS that this Motion be AMENDED. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote: Aye 4- Zielinski, Coggs, Kovac and Stamper No 0 Excused 1- Puente 06 SINGH, Jaswinder, Agent for "Gurnoor Food Mart, Inc", Class A Fermented Malt Beverage and Food Dealer's License Applications for "Gurnoor Food Mart" at 200 & 204 E Center St. Ald. Coggs moved to accept exhibit 1 and 2 into the record. (Prevailed 4-0) Ald. Coggs moved approval. (Prevailed 4-0) A motion was made by ALD. COGGS that this Motion be AMENDED. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote: Aye 4- Zielinski, Coggs, Kovac and Stamper No 0 Excused 1- Puente Present 4 - Coggs, Kovac, Puente, Stamper Excused 1 - Zielinski 151143 Motion relating to the recommendations of the Licenses Committee relative to licenses. Sponsors: THE CHAIR 12 MERCADO SANCHEZ, Rogelio, Agent for "Taqueria y Pollos al Carbon El Parian LLC", Class B Tavern and Food Dealer's License Renewal Applications with Change of Agent and Shareholder and New Public Entertainment Premises License Application Requesting Bands, Instrumental Musicians, Disc Jockey, Jukebox, Karaoke, Magic Shows, and Dancing by Performers for "Parian" at 1631 W MITCHELL St. (Expires 1/22/2016) Individuals also present: Luis Perez as translator. Ald. Perez requested to amend the application for Friday and Saturday to close at 11 PM instead of 12 AM. Ald. Puente moved to amend the application to close at 11 AM Friday and Saturday. (Prevailed 4-0) City of Milwaukee Page 6 LICENSES COMMITTEE Meeting Minutes January 5, 2016 Ald. Stamper moved approval as amended. (Prevailed 4-0) A motion was made by ALD. STAMPER that this Motion be AMENDED. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote: Aye 4- Coggs, Kovac, Puente and Stamper No 0 Excused 1- Zielinski 12 SCHNECK, Stephanie L, Agent for "Saz's Catering Inc", Class B Tavern and Public Entertainment Premises License Applications Requesting Bands, Instrumental Musicians, Disc Jockey, Jukebox, Magic Shows, Karaoke, Poetry Readings, Battle of the Bands, Patron Contests, Patrons Dancing, Dancing by Performers, Comedy Acts, and 2 Concerts for "South Second: A Saz's Hospitality Group Property" at 838 S 2nd St. Individuals also present: Ald. Perez stated he has no objections. Ald. Puente moved approval. (Prevailed 4-0) A motion was made by ALD. PUENTE that this Motion be AMENDED. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote: Aye 4- Coggs, Kovac, Puente and Stamper No 0 Excused 1- Zielinski 12 SIDELLO, Kenneth R, Agent for "Seventh Street Property, LLC", Self Service Laundry Renewal Application for "Bodega Laundry" at 1724 S 7TH St. (Expires 3/15/2016) Individuals also present: Ald. Perez stated he has no objections. Ald. Stamper moved approval. (Prevailed 4-0) A motion was made by ALD. STAMPER that this Motion be AMENDED. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote: Aye 4- Coggs, Kovac, Puente and Stamper No 0 Excused 1- Zielinski 12 SINGH, Gurbachan, Agent for "GHL Supermarket, Inc", Class A Malt & Class A Liquor and Food Dealer's License Applications for "Mi Super Mercado" at 2200 S 13th St. Individuals also present: Ald. Perez stated he has no objections. Ald. Puente moved approval. (Prevailed 4-0) A motion was made by ALD. PUENTE that this Motion be AMENDED. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote: City of Milwaukee Page 7 LICENSES COMMITTEE Meeting Minutes January 5, 2016 Aye 4- Coggs, Kovac, Puente and Stamper No 0 Excused 1- Zielinski 12 WILLIAMS, Jeffery D Class B Tavern and Public Entertainment Premises License Applications with 25+ Age Restriction, Requesting Disc Jockey, Jukebox, Patron Contests, Patrons Dancing, and 1 Pool Table for "Cleavlands Rose" at 2689 S 13th St. Individuals also present: Cpt. Wurth stated the premises was a gang hangout which may be the cause of shots fired. The gentleman's club down the street stated they're receiving undesirables because of the premises. There are also parking concerns because the premises only has 4 parking spaces. Sgt. Tabiadon stated there have been several police calls to the premises. Ald. Perez stated the location has a history of nuisance behavior and has not heard from the applicant how he will successfully manage the business. Individuals present opposed: Patrick Housfeld, 1212 W Harrison Ave stated the patronage of the bar has always been a problem. He stated he was intimidated by patrons at the premises previously. Julian Merced, 1322 W Cleveland Ave stated he has observared multiple shootings and drug dealing at the premises. Donna Burke, 2710 S 13th St stated she is the former manager of the premises. Terry Randall 2690 S 13th St, previous manager of the premises stated she did not allow problems and now the bar is not a place you want to be. The applicant stated he and his family will be running the premises and he will be there in the morning for deliveries and at night when problems occur. Ald. Puente moved denial based on unfit location, police report, neighborhood, aldermanic, applicant, and police testimony. (Prevailed 4-0) A motion was made by ALD. PUENTE that this Motion be AMENDED. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote: Aye 4- Coggs, Kovac, Puente and Stamper No 0 Excused 1- Zielinski The meeting recessed at 12:19 PM The meeting reconvened at 1:22 PM City of Milwaukee Page 8 LICENSES COMMITTEE Meeting Minutes January 5, 2016 Present 5 - Zielinski, Coggs, Kovac, Puente, Stamper 151143 Motion relating to the recommendations of the Licenses Committee relative to licenses. Sponsors: THE CHAIR 15 CHAHAL, Gurdeep K, Agent for "CHAHAL CORPORATION", Filling Station Renewal Application for "CHAHAL CITGO" at 3308 W VLIET St. (Expires 1/31/2016) Ald. Stamper moved approval with a warning letter based police report. (Prevailed 5-0) A motion was made by ALD. STAMPER that this Motion be AMENDED. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote: Aye 5- Zielinski, Coggs, Kovac, Puente and Stamper No 0 15 LEWIS, Donald R Class B Beer and Class C Wine, Food Dealer's and Public Entertainment Premises License Renewal Applications for "Young Urban Jazz" at 2451 W Fond Du Lac Av. (Expires 1/6/2016) Appearing with the applicant: Atty. David Bangert stated the applicant has hired an armed security guard, as well as installed no loitering signs and security cameras. Individuals present in opposition: David Powell, 2500 W Medford Ave, stated he has seen loitering and drug dealing outside of the premises. Theresa Fox, 2500 W Medford Ave, stated she has seen unwanted cars in the church parking lot and a lot of traffic around the premises. Individuals present in support: Daniel Maynard 910 W Eula Ct, Glendale, WI stated he has known the applicant for many years and is an employee. Earl Ellis, 3940 N 63rd St, stated he is a musician and has played with the applicant. Dean Lee, 6700 N Grangeline Rd, Glendale, WI, stated he is a musician and has known the applicant for over 30 years and plays at the premises. Ald. Stamper stated the agreement to open the bar was for it to close by 6 PM on Sundays and when that agreement was breached a homicide occurred. Ald. Stamper moved for a 90 suspension for the Food and Public Entertainment Premises licenses and nonrenewal of the Class B Beer and Class C Wine based on failure to operated within the plan of operation, neighborhood testimony, and police report. (Prevailed 3-1-1, Ald. Puente voting against and Ald. Coggs abstaining) A motion was made by ALD. STAMPER that this Motion be AMENDED. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote: Aye 4- Zielinski, Kovac, Puente and Stamper No 0 City of Milwaukee Page 9 LICENSES COMMITTEE Meeting Minutes January 5, 2016 Abstain 1- Coggs ALLEN, Ayanna G, Class D Operator's License Renewal Application. (Expired 12/31/2015) Ald. Coggs moved denial based on second nonappearance. (Prevailed 5-0) A motion was made by ALD. COGGS that this Motion be AMENDED. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote: Aye 5- Zielinski, Coggs, Kovac, Puente and Stamper No 0 BREWER, Tonya D, Class D Operator's License Renewal Application. (Expired 12/31/2015) Ald. Kovac moved denial based on second nonappearence. (Prevailed 5-0) A motion was made by ALD. KOVAC that this Motion be AMENDED. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote: Aye 5- Zielinski, Coggs, Kovac, Puente and Stamper No 0 BRIM, Sharren D, Class D Operator's License Renewal Application. (Expired 12/31/2015) Ald. Puente moved to Hold to the Call of the Chair based on nonappearance. (Prevailed 5-0) A motion was made by ALD. PUENTE that this Motion be AMENDED. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote: Aye 5- Zielinski, Coggs, Kovac, Puente and Stamper No 0 DEHNE, Jacob E, Class D Operator's License Renewal Application. (Expired 12/31/2015) Ald. Stamper moved denial based on second nonappearance. (Prevailed 5-0) A motion was made by ALD. STAMPER that this Motion be AMENDED. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote: Aye 5- Zielinski, Coggs, Kovac, Puente and Stamper No 0 DILLARD, Twanna D, Class D Operator's License Renewal Application. (Expired 12/31/2015) Ald. Kovac moved denial based on second nonappearance. (Prevailed 5-0) A motion was made by ALD. KOVAC that this Motion be AMENDED. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote: Aye 5- Zielinski, Coggs, Kovac, Puente and Stamper No 0 City of Milwaukee Page 10 LICENSES COMMITTEE Meeting Minutes January 5, 2016 DIMATTEO, Vincenzo P, Class D Operator's License Renewal Application. (Expired 12/31/2015) Ald. Stamper moved to Hold to the Call of the Chair based on nonappearance. (Prevailed 5-0) A motion was made by ALD. STAMPER that this Motion be AMENDED. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote: Aye 5- Zielinski, Coggs, Kovac, Puente and Stamper No 0 ECKERT, Michelle S, Class D Operator's License Renewal Application. (Expired 12/31/2015) Appearing with the applicant: Atty. Michael Chernin Ald. Kovac moved approval. (Failed 2-3, Alds. Coggs, Puente, Zielinski voting no) Ald. Puente moved approval with a 10 day suspension based on police report. (Prevailed 5-0) A motion was made by ALD. PUENTE that this Motion be AMENDED. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote: Aye 5- Zielinski, Coggs, Kovac, Puente and Stamper No 0 JANKOWSKI, SR, John J, Class D Operator's License Application. Ald. Kovac moved approval. (Prevailed 5-0) A motion was made by ALD. KOVAC that this Motion be AMENDED. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote: Aye 5- Zielinski, Coggs, Kovac, Puente and Stamper No 0 MILAN, Hugo, Class D Operator's License Renewal Application. (Expired 12/31/2015) Ald. Puente moved to Hold to the Call of the Chair based on nonappearance. (Prevailed 5-0) A motion was made by ALD. PUENTE that this Motion be AMENDED. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote: Aye 5- Zielinski, Coggs, Kovac, Puente and Stamper No 0 OLIVERA, Anthony F, Class D Operator's License Renewal Application. (Expired 12/31/2015) Ald. Stamper moved denial based on second nonappearance. (Prevailed 5-0) A motion was made by ALD. STAMPER that this Motion be AMENDED. This City of Milwaukee Page 11 LICENSES COMMITTEE Meeting Minutes January 5, 2016 motion PREVAILED by the following vote: Aye 5- Zielinski, Coggs, Kovac, Puente and Stamper No 0 RINEHART, Samuel J, Class D Operator's License Renewal Application. (Expired 12/31/2015) Ald. Stamper moved to Hold to the Call of the Chair based on nonappearance. (Prevailed 5-0) A motion was made by ALD. STAMPER that this Motion be AMENDED. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote: Aye 5- Zielinski, Coggs, Kovac, Puente and Stamper No 0 RIVERA, Emily, Class D Operator's License Renewal Application. (Expired 12/31/2015) Ald. Coggs moved to Hold to the Call of the Chair based on nonappearance. (Prevailed 5-0) A motion was made by ALD. COGGS that this Motion be AMENDED. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote: Aye 5- Zielinski, Coggs, Kovac, Puente and Stamper No 0 ROBINSON, Katie M, Class D Operator's License Renewal Application. (Expired 12/31/2015) Ald. Stamper moved to Hold to the Call of the Chair based on nonappearance. (Prevailed 5-0) A motion was made by ALD. STAMPER that this Motion be AMENDED. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote: Aye 5- Zielinski, Coggs, Kovac, Puente and Stamper No 0 SEEFELDT, Stephanie A, Class D Operator's License Application. Ald. Coggs moved denial based on second nonappearance. (Prevailed 5-0) A motion was made by ALD. COGGS that this Motion be AMENDED. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote: Aye 5- Zielinski, Coggs, Kovac, Puente and Stamper No 0 STANKOWSKI, Nicole L, Class D Operator's License Application. Ald. Coggs moved approval. (Prevailed 4-0) A motion was made by ALD. COGGS that this Motion be AMENDED. This City of Milwaukee Page 12 LICENSES COMMITTEE Meeting Minutes January 5, 2016 motion PREVAILED by the following vote: Aye 4- Zielinski, Coggs, Puente and Stamper No 0 Excused 1- Kovac WALLINGFORD, Sara jane M, Class D Operator's License Renewal Application. (Expired 12/31/2015) Ald. Stamper moved approval. (Prevailed 4-0) A motion was made by ALD. STAMPER that this Motion be AMENDED. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote: Aye 4- Zielinski, Coggs, Puente and Stamper No 0 Excused 1- Kovac YEOMAN, Barbara J, Class D Operator's License Application. Ald. Stamper moved approval. (Prevailed 4-0) A motion was made by ALD. STAMPER that this Motion be AMENDED. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote: Aye 4- Zielinski, Coggs, Puente and Stamper No 0 Excused 1- Kovac WILLIAMS, JR, Addo W, Agent for "A New Look Remodeling LLC", Home Improvement Contractor's License Application for "A New Look Remodeling". Ald. Puente moved approval. (Prevailed 4-0) A motion was made by ALD. PUENTE that this Motion be AMENDED. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote: Aye 4- Zielinski, Coggs, Puente and Stamper No 0 Excused 1- Kovac BOWERS, Terrence R Home Improvement Contractor's License Application for "Affordable Home Improvement". Ald. Puente moved to Hold to the Call of the Chair. (Prevailed 4-0) A motion was made by ALD. PUENTE that this Motion be AMENDED. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote: Aye 4- Zielinski, Coggs, Puente and Stamper City of Milwaukee Page 13 LICENSES COMMITTEE Meeting Minutes January 5, 2016 No 0 Excused 1- Kovac 04 BOURGEOIS, Shapree L, Agent for "S & R Dynasty II, LLC", Class B Tavern and Public Entertainment Premises License Applications Requesting Instrumental Musicians, Disc Jockey, Bands, Magic Shows, Karaoke, Poetry Readings, Comedy Acts, 12 Concerts, and 6 Theatrical Performances for "Chic Underground Lounge" at 770 N JEFFERSON St #LL1. Appearing with the applicant: Rita Willis 6220 W Clarke St, Wauwatosa, WI Individuals also present: Ald. Bauman stated he has no objections. Ald. Stamper moved approval. (Prevailed 5-0) A motion was made by ALD. STAMPER that this Motion be AMENDED. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote: Aye 5- Zielinski, Coggs, Kovac, Puente and Stamper No 0 04 CONKLIN, Amber E, Agent for "DD Crispy LLC", Food Dealer -Restaurant Renewal Application with Change of Agent and Shareholder for "DD Crispy Chicken, Fish, and Subs" at 800 N 35th St. (Expired 12/21/2015) Individual also present: Ald. Bauman asked the item be held for one cycle until the snow is removed. Individual present in opposition: James Brahm 812 N 35th St stated there have been 5 different owners since October and there is litter and an odor. Ald. Stamper moved to Hold to the Call of the Chair so the snow issue can be resolved. (Prevailed 5-0) A motion was made by ALD. STAMPER that this Motion be AMENDED. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote: Aye 5- Zielinski, Coggs, Kovac, Puente and Stamper No 0 04 GONZAGA, Neil M, Agent for "Hibachi Boy Milwaukee Enterprises LLC", Class B Tavern and Food Dealer's License Applications for "Hibachi Boy" at 530 E Mason St. Individuals also present: Ald. Bauman stated he had no objections. Ald. Kovac moved approval. (Prevailed 5-0) A motion was made by ALD. KOVAC that this Motion be AMENDED. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote: City of Milwaukee Page 14 LICENSES COMMITTEE Meeting Minutes January 5, 2016 Aye 5- Zielinski, Coggs, Kovac, Puente and Stamper No 0 04 ZHANG, Man F, Agent for "KIKU LLC", Class B Tavern, Food Dealer's and Sidewalk Dining Permit License Renewal Applications for "KIKU" at 200 W WISCONSIN Av. (Expires 1/27/2016) Appearing with the applicant: Atty. Vincent Bobot Individuals also present: Ald. Bauman stated he is neutral on the application. Cpt Moore stated the MPD is taking a neutral stance on the premises. Ald. Puente moved approval. (Prevailed 5-0) A motion was made by ALD. PUENTE that this Motion be AMENDED. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote: Aye 5- Zielinski, Coggs, Kovac, Puente and Stamper No 0 04 ZILLI, Ellen N, Agent for "Grandview Management Inc", Class B Tavern and Public Entertainment Premises License Applications Requesting Bands, Instrumental Musicians, Disc Jockey and Patrons Dancing for "Zilli Hospitality Group" at 910 N Old World Third St. Individual appearing with the applicant: Todd Garvins 1107 Larchmarch Dr, Waukesha, WI Individuals also present: Ald. Bauman stated he has no objections. Ald. Kovac moved approval. (Prevailed 5-0) A motion was made by ALD. KOVAC that this Motion be AMENDED. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote: Aye 5- Zielinski, Coggs, Kovac, Puente and Stamper No 0 The meeting recessed at 2:58 PM The meeting reconvened at 3:13 PM 151143 Motion relating to the recommendations of the Licenses Committee relative to licenses. Sponsors: THE CHAIR 04 BUZDUM, Boro, Agent for "Mookie Exotic LLC", Class B Tavern, Food Dealer's and Public Entertainment Premises License Applications Requesting Adult City of Milwaukee Page 15 LICENSES COMMITTEE Meeting Minutes January 5, 2016 Entertainment, Dancing by Performers, Disc Jockey, Jukebox, Karaoke, Bands, Battle of the Bands, Patron Contests, Patrons Dancing, and 5 Amusement Machines for "10 Exotic" at 730 N Old World Third St. The applicant stated he is the only one who will be involved in the business and it is all in his name. He added his sister and brother will not be involved, so their credibility is not an issue. He stated he will employ security personnel for the outside and add cameras which will help with crime. Individuals also present: Ald. Bauman stated the applicant is not credible because the day after his sister was denied, he filed the same application for the same location. He added that the applicant's sibilings are also not credible because they lied to the Committee about their plan with the previous premises. Cpt Moore stated the Police Department's objections are based on the breach of trust with the previous licensee, the business practices by his brother who was his business partner, and failure to comply with the operation plan by his sister. Individuals present in opposition: Atty. Michael Hatch, Foley & Lardner, representing the new owners of the Shops at Grand Avenue stated his clients are invested in the revitilization of Wisconsin Ave and the downtown area. Stephen Chernof 3722 N Lake Dr, WAM DC, LLC stated the efforts of the organization are to attract business and revitilization to the Wisconsin Ave area and a gentleman's club is not in line with those efforts. Joe Werick, stated he is feels this type of premises would prohibit their ability to attract new, professional businesses. He stated a good restaurant would be better suited for the location. Stacy Callies, 633 W Wisconsin Ave, Executive Director of the Westown Association, and Board member of the Downtown Neighbors Association stated the use as adult entertainment are detrimental to the commercial uses of the other buildings in the area. Bob Monnet, 2609 E Lynwood Ave, Mandel Properties, Inc, property managers of Library Hill and Boston Lofts stated his residents are looking for high end restaurants and entertainment venues and downtown is becoming a residential area. Matt Dorner 141 N Jackson St, Economic Director of Milwaukee Downtown BID #21, stated the Westown neighborhood is working on making the area more family friendly and the application is not compatible with the efforts in the area. David Willing 720 N Old World Third St, stated he moved downtown from Wauwatosa and he loves living downtown and he feels that the premises would be loud and fears for his safety because of the clientele it would attract. Jim Halmin General Manager of the Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott - as a business operator many of his customers mention the unsafe environment with the panhandlers and his business and employees have been victims of crime. He would support a dinner type of club, a Starbucks or a Target in the mall. Matt Walgren, 720 N Old World Third Street, stated he agrees with the previous speakers and feels this premises will have a negative perception. Brent Ellis, 720 N Old World Third Street, stated he is a student at MIAD and Marquette, and parking is already an issue in the area. Shanel Briggs 8620 Ludington, Wauwatosa, representing the Grand Wisconsin Apartments located at 720 N Old World Third St, stated this premises would affect their occupancy because people do not want to live next to a gentleman's club. City of Milwaukee Page 16 LICENSES COMMITTEE Meeting Minutes January 5, 2016 Ald. Puente moved for denial based on police report, neighborhood, aldermanic, applicant, and police testimony. (Prevailed 5-0) A motion was made by ALD. PUENTE that this Motion be AMENDED. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote: Agenda Only 01 SINGH, Gurdev, Agent for "V K Petroleum Inc", Food Dealer Retail, Extended Hours Establishments, Filling Station Renewal Application and Weights & Measures Renewal Applications for "Villard Food Mart" at 2908 W Villard Av. Ald. Stamper moved approval. (Prevailed 5-0) 03 KOSIBOSKI, Donald R, Agent for "MEGA MARTS, LLC", Class A Malt & Class A Liquor, Public Entertainment Premises, and Food Dealer Retail License Renewal Applications with Change of Agent for "PICK 'N SAVE #6882" at 1100 E GARFIELD Av. Ald. Stamper moved approval. (Prevailed 5-0) 08 BERRONES, JR, Michael P, Agent for "Tire Rescue on the Go LLC", Recycling, Salvaging or Towing Vehicle License Application for "Tire Rescue on the Go" at 1575 S 38TH St. Ald. Stamper moved approval. (Prevailed 5-0) 08 HERNANDEZ-GASPAR, Monica, Agent for "La Caleta LLC", Public Entertainment Premises License Adding Jukebox for "La Caleta Restaurant & Bar" at 1801 S Muskego Av. Ald. Stamper moved approval. (Prevailed 5-0) 12 FRET, Santa I, Agent for "La Borincana Restaurant, LLC", Permanent Extension of Premises Food and Alcohol Applications for "La Borincana Restaurant" at 1820 S 13th St. Ald. Stamper moved approval. (Prevailed 5-0) 12 KASH, Dave, Agent for "Levy R&H Limited Partnership", Class B Tavern, Public Entertainment Premises and Food Dealer License Transfer - Change of Agent for "Levy Restaurants at Harley Davidson" at 401 W CANAL St. Ald. Stamper moved approval. (Prevailed 5-0) 12 LEE, Chon sung J, Agent for "JOHN'S JEWELRY, INC", Precious Metal and Gem Dealer's License Renewal Application with Change of Hours to Opening at 11 AM to 4 PM on Sunday Holidays for "JOHN'S FINE JEWELRY" at 1119 W HISTORIC MITCHELL St. Ald. Stamper moved approval. (Prevailed 5-0) 12 MASOUD, Amer, Agent for "Tech Automotive LLC", Secondhand Motor Vehicle Dealer's License Application for "Tech Automotive" at 1371 W WINDLAKE Av. Ald. Stamper moved approval. (Prevailed 5-0) 12 PETRIE, Jon J, Agent for "Tender Car Auto Sales LLC", Secondhand Motor Vehicle Dealer's License Application for "Tender Car Auto Sales" at 1800 S 1ST St. Ald. Stamper moved approval. (Prevailed 5-0) 13 LOWREY, Roanna J, Agent for "THE PELTZ GROUP, LLC", Recycling, Salvaging, or Towing Premises Renewal Application with Change of Agent for "A-1 RECYCLING" at 2101 W MORGAN Av. Ald. Stamper moved approval. (Prevailed 5-0) 15 CURRY, De juan E, Agent for "Supreme 1 Auto LLC", Secondhand Motor Vehicle Dealer's License Application – Wholesale Only for "Supreme 1 Auto" at 3846 W Wisconsin Av #112. Ald. Stamper moved approval. (Prevailed 5-0) 15 MARSHALL, Fitzgerald E, Agent for "MEGA MARTS, LLC", Class A Malt & Class A Liquor, Public Entertainment Premises, and Food Dealer Retail License Renewal Applications with Change of Agent for "PICK 'N SAVE #6879" at 2355 N 35TH St. Ald. Stamper moved approval. (Prevailed 5-0) City of Milwaukee Page 17 LICENSES COMMITTEE Meeting Minutes January 5, 2016 A motion was made by ALD. STAMPER that this Motion be AMENDED. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote: Aye 5- Zielinski, Coggs, Kovac, Puente and Stamper No 0 Warning Letter BECKMAN, Jenna M, Class D Operator's License Application. Ald. Coggs moved approval. (Prevailed 5-0) COVELLI, Anthony M, Class D Operator's License Application. Ald. Coggs moved approval. (Prevailed 5-0) DOMINGUEZ, Juan R, Class D Operator's License Application. Ald. Coggs moved approval. (Prevailed 5-0) JERVING, Anthony S, Class D Operator's License Application. Ald. Coggs moved approval. (Prevailed 5-0) KOHANSKI, Kelly A, Class D Operator's License Application. Ald. Coggs moved approval. (Prevailed 5-0) LOERKE, Matthew R, Class D Operator's License Renewal Application. Ald. Coggs moved approval. (Prevailed 5-0) MCCARVEAR, Tiffany M, Class D Operator's License Application. Ald. Coggs moved approval. (Prevailed 5-0) NAGRA, Gurinder S, Class D Operator's License Renewal Application. Ald. Coggs moved approval. (Prevailed 5-0) NOYOLA, John, Class D Operator's License Application. Ald. Coggs moved approval. (Prevailed 5-0) RANDHAWA, Jagat jeet, Class D Operator's License Application. Ald. Coggs moved approval. (Prevailed 5-0) ROBY, Vernil, Class D Operator's License Application. Ald. Coggs moved approval. (Prevailed 5-0) TICE, Theresa L, Class D Operator's License Application. HOURIHAN, Tomas G, Agent for "EBC Painting, LLC", Home Improvement Contractor's License Application for "EBC Painting & Remodeling". 01 JONES, Stephen E, Agent for "Good Hope Service LLC", Filling Station and Weights & Measures Renewal Applications for "Good Hope Service " at 4230 W Good Hope Rd. 03 EITEL, Kristyn A, Agent for "Fink's of Milwaukee, Inc", Class B Tavern, Public Entertainment Premises, and Sidewalk Dining License Renewal Applications for "Fink's" at 1875 N Humboldt Av. 12 RAJPUT, Tejinder P, Agent for "FOREST PETROLEUM, INC", Filling Station and Weights & Measures Renewal Applications for "FOREST HOME PETRO" at 1645 W FOREST HOME Av. A motion was made by ALD. COGGS that this Motion be AMENDED. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote: Aye 5- Zielinski, Coggs, Kovac, Puente and Stamper No 0 Agenda Only – Hold for NEWPRS 05 BRIDGES, Jamel L, Agent for "Highland Investment Group LLC", Secondhand Dealer's License Application for "Deals 4 Real" at 10732 W Hampton Av. Ald. Kovac moved approval. (Prevailed 5-0) City of Milwaukee Page 18 LICENSES COMMITTEE Meeting Minutes January 5, 2016 08 CASTRO PENA, Felipe, Agent for "Family Appliances, LLC", Secondhand Dealer's License Application for "Family Appliances" at 2517 W GREENFIELD Av. Ald. Kovac moved approval. (Prevailed 5-0) A motion was made by ALD. KOVAC that this Motion be AMENDED. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote: Aye 5- Zielinski, Coggs, Kovac, Puente and Stamper No 0 Agenda Only – Rescind Warning Letter 14 MEER, Rebecca A, Agent for "CHUCK'S ON K K, LLC", Class B Tavern and Public Entertainment Premises License Renewal Application for "FRANKS POWER PLANT" at 2800 S KINNICKINNIC Av. Ald. Puente moved approval. (Prevailed 5-0) A motion was made by ALD. PUENTE that this Motion be AMENDED. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote: Aye 5- Zielinski, Coggs, Kovac, Puente and Stamper No 0 A motion was made by ALD. PUENTE that this Motion be . This motion PREVAILED by the following vote: Aye 5- Zielinski, Coggs, Kovac, Puente and Stamper No 0 3:30 p.m. 3. 151192 Substitute motion revoking the Class "B" Tavern and Public Entertainment licenses of J. Jesus Gamez for the premises at 1905 South 6th Street doing business as "Palomas Place" in the 12th aldermanic district. Sponsors: THE CHAIR The licensee was not present. Assistant City Attorney Nick DeSiato stated there were eight undercover drug buys. Five of the buys occurred between January and May resulting in the purchase of cocaine. A search warrant was executed after the fifth buy when a considerable amount of cocaine and methamphetamine was recovered. The following day the police were notified that more drugs were being sold. Three more buys took place and another search warrant was executed on October 1st where cocaine was found throughout the premises. The buys were conducted by a confidential informant and a police officer. Every buy was confirmed and tested positive for cocaine or methamphetamine. The Department of Revenue participated in the search warrants, found violations of excise laws and confiscated three crates of alcohol the first time, and ninety-nine bottles the second time. The following individuals were present: Cpt. Wurth, Milwaukee Police Department Sgt. Tabiadon, Milwaukee Police Department PO Bill Esqueda Milwaukee Police Department State Patrol Officer Derek Bergum City of Milwaukee Page 19 LICENSES COMMITTEE Meeting Minutes January 5, 2016 Agent Georgeann King, Department of Revenue Ald. Perez stated he is in support of the revocation. Ald. Puente moved approval of the revocation based upon City Attorney testimony. (Prevailed 5-0) A motion was made by ALD. PUENTE that this Motion be RECOMMENDED FOR APPROVAL. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote: Aye 5- Zielinski, Coggs, Kovac, Puente and Stamper No 0 4. 151341 Substitute motion for the nonrenewal the Class "D" Operator’s license of J. Jesus Gamez. Sponsors: THE CHAIR GAMEZ, J Jesus, Class D Operator's License Renewal Application. (Expired 12/31/2015) Ald. Puente moved denial based on nonappearance. (Prevailed 5-0) A motion was made by ALD. PUENTE that this Motion be . This motion PREVAILED by the following vote: Aye 5- Zielinski, Coggs, Kovac, Puente and Stamper No 0 The meeting adjourned at 5:09 PM Molly Kuether Staff Assistant City of Milwaukee Page 20