LICENSES COMMITTEE

City Hall City of Milwaukee 200 East Wells Street Milwaukee, WI 53202 Meeting Minutes LICENSES COMMITTEE ALD. NIK KOVAC, CHAIR Ald. Terry L. Witkowski, Vice-Chair Ald. Milele A. Coggs, Ald. Chantia Lewis and Ald. Nikiya Dodd Staff Assistant, Molly Kuether-Steele, 286-2775 Fax: 286-3456, molly.kuether-steele@milwaukee.gov Legislative Liaison, Jeffrey Osterman, 286-2262, joster@milwaukee.gov Tuesday, December 4, 2018 9:00 AM Room 301-B, City Hall The meeting convened at 9:04 AM Ald. Dodd joined the meeting at 9:07 AM Ald. Lewis joined the meeting at 9:09 AM Present 5 - Kovac, Witkowski, Coggs, Lewis, Dodd 1. 181070 Motion relating to the recommendations of the Licenses Committee relative to licenses. Sponsors: THE CHAIR 12 SADIQ, Usman, Agent for "National Oil LLC", Extended Hours Establishments, Food Dealer, Filling Station, and Weights & Measures License Renewal Applications for "Citgo" at 1831 W NATIONAL Av. (Expires 1/16/2019) The applicant stated he has enrolled in the MARTS program. Appearing with the applicant: Berka Ali 1831 W National Ave Individual also present: Ald. Perez stated he has no objections. Ald. Witkowski moved approval. (Prevailed 3-0) A motion was made by ALD. WITKOWSKI that this Motion be AMENDED. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote: Aye 3- Kovac, Witkowski and Coggs No 0 Excused 2- Lewis and Dodd 09 DIMERCURIO, Thomas J, Agent for "Flyers Energy, LLC", Extended Hours Establishments, Filling Station, and Weights & Measures License Applications Requesting to be Open 24 Hrs for "Quick Fuel #3134" at 9110 N 107th St. Ald. Witkowski moved to hold to the call of the chair based on nonappearance. (Prevailed 4-0) A motion was made by ALD. WITKOWSKI that this Motion be AMENDED. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote: City of Milwaukee Page 1 LICENSES COMMITTEE Meeting Minutes December 4, 2018 Aye 4- Kovac, Witkowski, Coggs and Dodd No 0 Excused 1- Lewis 09 LAMPLEY, Marrion, Agent for "Aggressive Remarketing, LLC", Secondhand Motor Vehicle Dealer's - Wholesale Only License Application for "Aggressive Remarketing, LLC" at 9310 N 107TH St #A104. Ald. Lewis moved to hold to the call of the chair to meet with the applicant. (Prevailed 5-0) A motion was made by ALD. LEWIS that this Motion be AMENDED. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote: Aye 5- Kovac, Witkowski, Coggs, Lewis and Dodd No 0 09 SINGH, Satwinder, Agent for "Spring Circle LLC", Class A Malt & Class A Liquor License Application for "Circle Liquor" at 8659 W BROWN DEER Rd. The applicant was not present. Ald. Lewis moved denial based on nonappearance. (Prevailed 5-0) A motion was made by ALD. LEWIS that this Motion be AMENDED. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote: Aye 5- Kovac, Witkowski, Coggs, Lewis and Dodd No 0 The meeting recessed at 9:13 AM The meeting reconvened at 9:15 AM 181070 Motion relating to the recommendations of the Licenses Committee relative to licenses. Sponsors: THE CHAIR 02 SINGH, Sukhchain, Agent for "Fateh, INC.", Class A Malt & Class A Liquor, Food Dealer, and Weights & Measures License Applications for "JS Liquor" at 7900 W Silver Spring DR. Appearing with the applicant: Surinder Singh 178 W Grange Ave as interpreter. Ald. Witkowski moved to hold to wait for Ald. Johnson. (Prevailed 5-0) Ald. Witkowski moved reconsideration. (Prevailed 5-0) Individual also present: Ald. Johnson stated he met with the applicant and previous owner and they have a solid plan. He stated he has no objections. Ald. Lewis moved approval. (Prevailed 5-0) A motion was made by ALD. LEWIS that this Motion be AMENDED. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote: City of Milwaukee Page 2 LICENSES COMMITTEE Meeting Minutes December 4, 2018 Aye 5- Kovac, Witkowski, Coggs, Lewis and Dodd No 0 08 KAUR, Lakhwinder, Agent for "Aarvind Food Mart, LLC", Class A Malt License Application for "Lucky Food & Beer" at 2638 W Lincoln Av. Individual also present: Patricia Doherty - 8th District Legislative Assistant stated Ald. Donovan has no objections. Ald. Dodd moved approval. (Prevailed 4-0) A motion was made by ALD. DODD that this Motion be AMENDED. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote: Aye 4- Kovac, Witkowski, Coggs and Dodd No 0 Excused 1- Lewis 14 HART, Mary K, Agent for "HI FI CAFE, LLC", Class B Tavern-Service Bar Only License Application for "HI FI CAFE" at 2640 S KINNICKINNIC Av. 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- Kovac, Witkowski, Coggs and Dodd No 0 Excused 1- Lewis The meeting recessed at 9:25 AM The meeting reconvened at 10:21 AM Ald. Dodd joined the meeting at 10:23 AM Ald. Lewis joined the meeting at 10:24 AM 181070 Motion relating to the recommendations of the Licenses Committee relative to licenses. Sponsors: THE CHAIR 06 ALI, Abdi K, Agent for "AARAN GROCERIES, LLC", Class A Malt License Application for "AARAN GROCERIES" at 1032 W BURLEIGH St. The applicant stated the building code violations were due to illegal dumping. Ald. Coggs stated she does not support the application because of concentration. She added that her district has the most liquor licenses. Ald. Coggs moved to enter in to the record as exhibit #1 the research from LRB regarding the number of Class A Malt & Class A liquor licenses by aldermanic district. (Prevailed 5-0) Ald. Coggs moved denial based on concentration. (Prevailed 5-0) City of Milwaukee Page 3 LICENSES COMMITTEE Meeting Minutes December 4, 2018 A motion was made by ALD. COGGS that this Motion be AMENDED. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote: Aye 5- Kovac, Witkowski, Coggs, Lewis and Dodd No 0 06 DICKERSON, Patrice, Agent for "Lounge 340, LLC", Class B Tavern, Food Dealer, and Public Entertainment Premises License Applications with 25+ Age Restriction and Requesting Instrumental Musicians, Bands, Disc Jockey, Jukebox, Karaoke, Poetry Readings, Comedy Acts, Patrons Dancing, 1 Pool Table, and 1 Amusement Machine for "Lounge 340, LLC" at 340 W Reservoir Av. Appearing with the applicant: Kamieisha Taylor 10701 W Mill Rd Individual also present: Ken Mase 1048 N Vel Phillips Ave stated he is concerned about noise and the hours. Ald. Coggs moved to hold to the call of the chair to meet with the applicant. (Prevailed 5-0) A motion was made by ALD. COGGS that this Motion be AMENDED. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote: Aye 5- Kovac, Witkowski, Coggs, Lewis and Dodd No 0 06 GILL, Sandeep S, Agent for "Gas N Go Enterprises, Inc.", Extended Hours Establishments, Food Dealer, Filling Station, and Weights & Measures License Applications Requesting to be Open 24 Hrs for "Gas N Go Enterprises, Inc." at 1545 W HOPKINS St. The applicant stated he agreed to the business and will make it part of his business plan. Appearing with the applicant: Atty. Vincent Bobot Ald. Coggs stated she has a Good Business Agreement for Hephatha that the applicant agreed to at a neighborhood meeting. Ald. Coggs moved to enter in to the record as exhibit #1 the Good Business Agreement and to include the items in the Agreement in the plan of operation. (Prevailed 5-0) Ald. Coggs moved approval as amended. (Prevailed 5-0) A motion was made by ALD. COGGS that this Motion be AMENDED. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote: Aye 5- Kovac, Witkowski, Coggs, Lewis and Dodd No 0 06 MCCLAIN, Alexander, Agent for "McClain Auto LLC", Secondhand Motor Vehicle Dealer's License Application for "McClain Auto" at 3290 N Teutonia Av. The applicant stated he would like to have 3 cars on premises. Ald. Coggs stated she met with the applicant and street parking and noise are the biggest concerns. Ald. Coggs moved to hold to hear from BOZA. (Prevailed 5-0) Ald. Witkowski moved reconsideration. (Prevailed 5-0) Ald. Coggs moved to amend the application from 2 cars to 3. (Prevailed 5-0) City of Milwaukee Page 4 LICENSES COMMITTEE Meeting Minutes December 4, 2018 Ald. Coggs moved approval as amended. (Prevailed 5-0) A motion was made by ALD. COGGS that this Motion be AMENDED. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote: Aye 5- Kovac, Witkowski, Coggs, Lewis and Dodd No 0 06 MULTANI, Swaran S, Agent for "S & V PETROLEUM, INC", Extended Hours Establishments, Food Dealer, Filling Station, and Weights & Measures License Renewal Applications for "CAPITOL CLARK" at 425 E CAPITOL DR. (Expires 1/16/2019) Appearing with the applicant: Atty. Paul Oberer stated the applicant had a legal gambling machine and didn't know he needed a public entertainment premises license. He added that the machine is no longer on premises. He stated that the applicant will enroll in the MARTS program. He stated that he has told the applicant that he has to direct his employees to check IDs. Suhwinder Singh W141N4845 Goldenfield Ct, Menomonee Falls, WI stated he applied to enroll in the MARTS program on Friday. Ald. Coggs moved approval with a warning letter based on the police report. (Prevailed 5-0) A motion was made by ALD. COGGS that this Motion be AMENDED. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote: Aye 5- Kovac, Witkowski, Coggs, Lewis and Dodd No 0 06 OMARI, Samih M, Agent for "Wedado Sweets LLC", Food Dealer License Application for "Wedado Sweets LLC" at 3929 N HUMBOLDT Bl. 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- Kovac, Witkowski, Coggs, Lewis and Dodd No 0 06 SANDHAR, Navjoot S, Agent for "Navjoot Petro INC", Extended Hours Establishments, Food Dealer, Filling Station, and Weights & Measures License Renewal Applications for "Citgo on Atkinson" at 818 W ATKINSON Av. (Expired 10/29/2018) The applicant stated he enrolled in the MARTS program and he instructed his employees to card all patrons buying tobacco. Ald. Coggs moved approval with a warning letter based on the police report. (Prevailed 5-0) A motion was made by ALD. COGGS that this Motion be AMENDED. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote: Aye 5- Kovac, Witkowski, Coggs, Lewis and Dodd No 0 City of Milwaukee Page 5 LICENSES COMMITTEE Meeting Minutes December 4, 2018 04 SELLIKEN, Sunhee L, Agent for "SAKE, INC", Class B Tavern, Public Entertainment Premises, Food Dealer, and Sidewalk Dining License Transfer Applications with Change of Agent, Stock, and Trade Name for "Sake Tumi" at 714 N MILWAUKEE St. Individual present: Ald. Bauman Ald. Witkowski moved to hold to the call of the chair based on nonappearance. (Prevailed 5-0) A motion was made by ALD. WITKOWSKI that this Motion be AMENDED. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote: Aye 5- Kovac, Witkowski, Coggs, Lewis and Dodd No 0 04 SINGH, Gurdev, Agent for "V K Citgo LLC", Extended Hours Establishments, Food Dealer, Filling Station, and Weights & Measures License Renewal Applications for "V K Quick Mart" at 1254 N 35TH St. (Expires 1/3/2019) Appearing with the applicant: Atty. Paul Oberer stated the applicant is putting $1 million in development in to the station. Individual also present: Ald. Bauman stated he has no objections. Ald. Dodd moved approval. (Prevailed 5-0) A motion was made by ALD. DODD that this Motion be AMENDED. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote: Aye 5- Kovac, Witkowski, Coggs, Lewis and Dodd No 0 04 WEIR, David A, Agent for "Old World Third Street, LLC", Loading Zone Permit Application for 40' for "Old World Third Street, LLC" at 730-34 N Old World Third St. Appearing on behalf of the applicant: Atty. Carl Foster stated it is a mixed used building and had a loading zone 10 years ago. He added that due to construction, parking lots are no longer available for residential loading and unloading. He stated his client and Silk Exotic are not the same entity and there is no intention to use the loading zone as valet parking. He added that residential tenants move in at night. Ken Benka 2602 E Newberry Blvd stated most of the block has loading zones and they are frequently occupied. Individual also present: Ald. Bauman stated that loading zones take away street parking and he believes this is an attempt to provide valet parking for Silk Exotic. He objects to the license. Ald. Witkowski asked why the loading zone is needed 24 hours because most loading zones downtown expire at 6 PM. Ald. Kovac stated everyone wants their own loading zone and the applicant should contact parking enforcement if the loading zones are being abused. Ald. Coggs moved denial based on available street parking and aldermanic testimony. (Prevailed 4-0) A motion was made by ALD. COGGS that this Motion be AMENDED. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote: Aye 4- Kovac, Coggs, Lewis and Dodd City of Milwaukee Page 6 LICENSES COMMITTEE Meeting Minutes December 4, 2018 No 0 Excused 1- Witkowski 04 TORKILDSON, David, Agent for "ABM Industry Groups LLC", Parking Lot or Place License Application for "ABM Parking Services" at 401 N 3RD St. The applicant stated cameras have been ordered and will be installed on December 15th and he has a work order. Individual also present: Ald. Bauman stated this is an unsightly surface parking lot with no fencing, landscaping, lighting, or security plan. Ald. Coggs moved to enter in to the record as exhibit #1 the work order for cameras. Ald. Coggs moved approval. (Prevailed 5-0) A motion was made by ALD. COGGS that this Motion be AMENDED. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote: Aye 5- Kovac, Witkowski, Coggs, Lewis and Dodd No 0 04 TORKILDSON, David, Agent for "ABM Industry Groups LLC", Parking Lot or Place and Weights & Measures License Applications for "ABM Parking Services" at 700 E KILBOURN Av. The applicant stated cameras have been ordered and will be installed on December 15th. Individual also present: Ald. Bauman stated he has no objections. Ald. Dodd moved to enter in to the record as exhibit #1 the work order for cameras. Ald. Dodd moved approval. (Prevailed 5-0) A motion was made by ALD. DODD that this Motion be AMENDED. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote: Aye 5- Kovac, Witkowski, Coggs, Lewis and Dodd No 0 04 TORKILDSON, David, Agent for "ABM Industry Groups LLC", Parking Lot or Place License Application for "ABM Parking Services" at 617 E WISCONSIN Av. The applicant stated the parking lot already has cameras. Individual also present: Ald. Bauman stated he has no objections. Ald. Lewis moved approval. (Prevailed 5-0) A motion was made by ALD. LEWIS that this Motion be AMENDED. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote: Aye 5- Kovac, Witkowski, Coggs, Lewis and Dodd No 0 04 TORKILDSON, David, Agent for "ABM Industry Groups, LLC ", Parking Lot or Place License Application for "ABM Parking Services" at 400 N 3RD St. The applicant stated Individuals also present: Donald Naskewicz 418 N 3rd St stated he is happy there will be security cameras because there has been break ins. He added that the parking lots are ugly and should be improved because the paving needs repair. City of Milwaukee Page 7 LICENSES COMMITTEE Meeting Minutes December 4, 2018 Ald. Bauman no objections. Ald. Coggs moved to enter in to the record as exhibit #1 the work order for cameras. Ald. Witkowski moved approval. (Prevailed 5-0) A motion was made by ALD. WITKOWSKI that this Motion be AMENDED. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote: Aye 5- Kovac, Witkowski, Coggs, Lewis and Dodd No 0 04 TORKILDSON, David, Agent for "ABM Industry Groups, LLC", Parking Lot or Place and Weights & Measures License Applications for "ABM Parking Services" at 400 E St Paul Av. The applicant stated he has a work order to install cameras on December 15th. Individual also present: Ald. Bauman Ald. Lewis moved to enter in to the record as exhibit #1 the work order for cameras. Ald. Lewis moved approval. (Prevailed 5-0) A motion was made by ALD. LEWIS that this Motion be AMENDED. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote: Aye 5- Kovac, Witkowski, Coggs, Lewis and Dodd No 0 04 TORKILDSON, David, Agent for "ABM Industry Groups, LLC", Parking Lot or Place License Application for "ABM Parking Services" at 404 W St Paul Av. The applicant stated cameras will be installed on December 15th. Individual also present: Ald. Bauman stated he has no objections. Ald. Coggs moved to enter in to the record as exhibit #1 the work order for cameras. Ald. Witkowski moved approval. (Prevailed 5-0) A motion was made by ALD. WITKOWSKI that this Motion be AMENDED. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote: Aye 5- Kovac, Witkowski, Coggs, Lewis and Dodd No 0 04 TORKILDSON, David, Agent for "ABM Industry Groups, LLC", Parking Lot or Place License Application for "ABM Parking Services" at 419 N Jackson St. Individual also present: Ald. Bauman stated he has no objections. Ald. Coggs moved approval. (Prevailed 5-0) A motion was made by ALD. COGGS that this Motion be AMENDED. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote: Aye 5- Kovac, Witkowski, Coggs, Lewis and Dodd No 0 04 MCLEAN, Joseph, Agent for "Charro Latino, LLC", Class B Tavern, Public Entertainment Premises, Food Dealer, and Sidewalk Dining License Renewal Applications for "The Garden/Lucid" at 725-729 N Milwaukee St. (Expires 12/28/2018) Appearing the applicant: City of Milwaukee Page 8 LICENSES COMMITTEE Meeting Minutes December 4, 2018 Atty. Sean Finnegan stated the call on November 18th epitomizes the complaints when music and vibrations are heard, but cannot be confirmed. He stated that there was a lightning strike earlier this year that caused damage to the AV equipment. He added that neighbors to the north were complaining about noise, and the system had to be recalibrated. He stated the applicant is working with a sound engineer to deal with the noise and reconfigured everything. He stated the windows in the back are old historic windows and that's where the sound is likely coming from, they plan to replace and sound proof the windows. He added there are no plans for the wall because the sound engineer stated the windows are the issue because the sound bounces off the windows in to the alley and creates an echo chamber. He stated he will be hiring an architect and it will take several weeks. He stated the applicant is willing to work with neighbors to solve the noise issues. He added that the applicant is trying their best to find a solution. Denato Salvo 850 E Orchard Ct Oak Creek, WI stated there was a lightning strike in June that fried the sound system. He stated he called the sound specialist in August and sound limiters, sound processors, speaker management system, and amps were fried, and not regulating the output. He stated he went in to a south unit and August and could faintly hear music. He stated MPD responded to noise complaints but did not issue citations because the music wasn't that loud. He stated he met with residents and tried to move the speakers to accommodate the neighbors. He stated he has received noise complaints before from the condos to the north, but he solved the issues with sound processors. He stated when he met with the sound engineer and there was a lot of sound leaking from the back of the building. He stated that the premises has been in operation for 4 years and he heard noise complaints before but they were able to solve the problems with sound processors. He stated the process with the architect will take 4-6 weeks. He stated that because of Thanksgiving the sound engineer hasn't been to Ms. Donegan's home. He stated after the last hearing he disconnected 2 subs, removed 3 speakers, and turned everything down. He stated the changes will cost $35,000, will put acoustic mats under the speakers, and will turn the music down until a solution is found. He added that he would close Thursdays until the issues are resolved. Individual also present: Ald. Bauman stated the simplest solution is to turn the music down, and the music doesn't need to be as loud as it can possibly be. Ald. Bauman asked Ms. Donegan how long has she lived there have, and how long have there been noise issues. He stated neighbors have returned with strong testimony and the application was returned to committee because the applicant stated there was a plan. He added that he hasn't heard a plan to address the noise issues. He added that the windows need to be replaced by December 18th and the neighbors should contact him regarding any noise differences. Individuals present in opposition: Johnna Scorsa 715 N Milwaukee St Apt 205 stated Mr. Salvo came to her apartment in June to hear the music. She stated the bass can be heard and felt on Friday and Saturday nights and she has called MPD 4 times, including on November 23rd, when MPD responded the officer stated his body cam would not be able to pick up the vibrations. She stated the noise has caused anxiety lack of sleep for her and her boyfriend, and her boyfriend wears headphones to try and drowned out the noise. She added that she has tried to work Mr. Salvo numerous times, but nothing has changed. She stated that patrons use her private parking spots in the alley, drink in the alley, and are rowdy. She stated when she confronted the patrons they told her that they could park there because their cousin had. She added that a Journal Sentinel article stated the premises practices discrimination. She stated that she installed sound proofing on her bedroom wall and she can still feel the vibrations on the wall. She stated she moved in in May and her landlord stated that noise previously hadn't been City of Milwaukee Page 9 LICENSES COMMITTEE Meeting Minutes December 4, 2018 an issue. She stated she put plastic on her windows for the winter. Erin Donegan 715 N Milwaukee St Apt 304 stated she called MPD on November 18th regarding the noise and the officers were able to hear the noise. She stated she received a call from Mr. Salvo who stated the audio engineer would be contacting her, but no one has contacted her since. She added that she has a video of the noise on her cell phone. She stated the noise hasn't changed since the last hearing and it is continuing to affect her sleep and home life. She added that she can hear noise throughout her condo, not just in the rear bedroom facing the alley. She added that she bought her condo in October 2016 and the noise has gotten much worse in the last 11-12 months. She stated that she would be happy to have anyone come in to her unit to find a long term solution to the noise issue. She added that she has a friend who previously worked at the premises who stated they turned the music up throughout the night. Ald. Lewis asked how long the premises has been in operation, and if this is the first time the applicant has heard of noise issues. She stated that the architect should take a look at the wall as well. She stated that she hasn't seen a good faith effort and complaints are still happening. She added that there needs to be a long term solution so the residents don't have to be dealing with the noise. Ald. Coggs asked what the plans are for the shared wall. She asked what the time frame was for these changes. Ald. Kovac stated he was expecting more from the applicant than "we have a plan, to have a plan". He added the real solution is to turn the music down so the neighbors can sleep at night. He asked if the music can be lowered massively until the architect is hired and the work is done. Ald. Lewis moved approval with a 15 day suspension based on the police report, and aldermanic, applicant, and neighborhood testimony. (Prevailed 3-0-1, Ald. Coggs abstaining) A motion was made by ALD. LEWIS that this Motion be AMENDED. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote: Aye 3- Kovac, Lewis and Dodd No 0 Excused 1- Witkowski Abstain 1- Coggs 15 TAYLOR, Odean H, Agent for "K & O INVESTMENTS, LLC", Class B Tavern, Public Entertainment Premises, and Food Dealer License Renewal Applications for "Jay's Uptown Cafe" at 5007-09 W CENTER St. (Expires 12/30/2018) The applicant stated the February 4th incident was because a patron couldn't come in, and the February 8th incident is him flagging down the police. He added that the incident in March his business was closing, and the incident on March 25th was his birthday and they were at capacity. He stated the May incident was shots fired and they've had issues with patrons who are not let in to the premises. He stated that the incident in July was a fight and he closed early because of the fight. He asked Ms. Burk how many accidents occur at the intersection. He stated that he as an ID scanner and people park in the laundry mat parking lot and on the street. He stated that he has security guards in the street directing traffic, and worked with Ald. Rainey to prevent people from parking in the field. He added that security can make an announcement if people are parked illegally. He added that he has 5 security guards and 1 is armed. He stated he is getting better, and they are weeding out bad customers. He added that he plans to keep a list of banned patrons. He stated that he is in a unique part of the City because he borders 3 aldermanic districts. He added City of Milwaukee Page 10 LICENSES COMMITTEE Meeting Minutes December 4, 2018 that whenever he was called by a resident he has responded. He stated that he is concerned with stabilizing the neighborhood and purchased a foreclosed property next to his building. Appearing with the applicant: Atty. Michael Maistelman stated the police record speaks for itself and the video system was down because it was being updated. He asked Ms. Turnbull how far away she lives from the premises and if there were issues in 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, and 2017. He stated the applicant will be meeting with District 3 on December 12th to discuss what can be done to address the concerns of the neighbors. He added that the applicant is active in the neighborhood, and would like to involve the neighbors. He stated progress has been made and an ID scanner was purchased and security guards were hired. Individual also present: Dameon Ellzey 15th District Legislative Assistant stated the applicant has gotten better, is on the BID board, and attends community meetings. He stated that the applicant should start going to meetings in Ald. Rainey's district. He stated that the applicant picks up litter and contacts Ald. Stamper monthly. He added that he is an asset to the area and works well with Ald. Stamper. Individuals present in opposition: Louretta Turnbull 2728 N 50th St stated the patrons do not respect the neighborhood and they drink and party on their way in and out of the premises, and they park on the residential streets and are loud. She added there are booze bottles lying around. She added that when the door to the premises is open she can hear the music in her house. She stated the night before Thanksgiving was horrible and cars were racing on the street. She added that she doesn't always call the police. She added that her sleep is interrupted every Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday night because of the noise. She stated that something needs to be done. She added that she is 6 houses north of Center St on 50th. She stated that the premises has been loud since 2013. She stated that she never complained to her alderman before and now the neighborhood is coming together to do something about the premises. Alma Burks 2719 N 50th St stated she has talked to the applicant about the noise, parking, littering, parking, shooting, and fighting by his patrons. She stated that patrons party in her alley and there was a security guard posted outside, but he's not there anymore. She added that the street used to be blocked off so people couldn't park on her street, but it stopped. She stated two patrons were so drunk they hit 5 parked cars and other patrons were stealing out of vehicles. She added that a security guard saw it happen, but then went back inside the premises. She added that there is constant noise from traffic and she hears motorcycles and people making U-turns on Center St. She stated the traffic is blocked and buses can't get through and patrons are just watching it. She added that Wednesday night is Hennessey night and it's popping. She stated patrons have taken bricks from around her tree and broke car windows. She added that one night there were 26 cars in the corner store parking lot which can only hold 6 cars. She stated cars park in front of fire hydrants and all over the place. She stated that one of the security guards got in to a fight with a lady and people were running around with guns, then they ran in to the premises. She added that she has tried to call the applicant about the problems, but he didn't answer, so she left a message, and called the police. She stated she has seen 10 accidents on the street. She added that the incidents occur year round. She stated that it was originally supposed to be a cafe, but it is a full blown bar and does not fit the definition of a cafe. Ald. Lewis asked Ms. Burk if the incidents have decreased with the cold weather or if it's all the time. She asked Ms. Burks what were her original thoughts of the premises. She stated she had not heard a plan to remediate the issues and concerns. She stated she would like to see a remediation plan regarding loitering, patrons partying, City of Milwaukee Page 11 LICENSES COMMITTEE Meeting Minutes December 4, 2018 and what the security guards will do to guard the quality of life of the neighbors. She added that after the meeting with MPD the applicant should meet with residents and provide the plan to Ald. Stamper. Ald. Coggs asked the applicant if he has an ID scanner and the parking capacity and how it's controlled. She asked if staff are monitoring patrons parking. Ald. Lewis moved approval with a 10 day suspension based on the police report and neighborhood testimony. (Prevailed 2-1-1, Ald. Coggs voting no, Ald. Kovac abstaining) A motion was made by ALD. LEWIS that this Motion be AMENDED. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote: Aye 2 - Lewis and Dodd Aye 2- Lewis and Dodd No 1 - Coggs No 1- Coggs Excused 1 - Witkowski Excused 1- Witkowski Abstain 1 - Kovac Abstain 1- Kovac 07 CARTER, Chrishella R, Agent for "Vibez Creative Arts Space LLC", Class B Tavern License Application for "Vibez Creative Arts Space" at 3536 W Fond Du Lac Av #201. The applicant stated she would like to start out with wine and beer. Individual also present: Sherman Morton 7th District Legislative Assistant stated Ald. Rainey is in support of wine and beer only. Ald. Coggs moved to amend the application for wine and beer only. (Prevailed 3-0) Ald. Coggs moved approval as amended. (Prevailed 3-0) A motion was made by ALD. COGGS that this Motion be AMENDED. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote: Aye 3- Kovac, Coggs and Dodd No 0 Excused 2- Witkowski and Lewis 07 FIGUEROA, Carlos A, Agent for "Cloud Recycling LLC", Recycling, Salvaging, or Towing Premises License Application Requesting Removing and/or Recycling Junk/Valuable Metal for "Cloud Recycling LLC" at 3033 W Burleigh St. Individual present: Sherman Morton 7th District Legislative Assistant stated Ald. Rainey has no objections. Ald. Dodd moved to hold to the call of the chair based on nonappearance. (Prevailed 3-0) A motion was made by ALD. DODD that this Motion be AMENDED. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote: City of Milwaukee Page 12 LICENSES COMMITTEE Meeting Minutes December 4, 2018 Aye 3- Kovac, Coggs and Dodd No 0 Excused 2- Witkowski and Lewis 13 PATE, Christopher R, Agent for "Bajco Wisconsin LLC", Extended Hours Establishments License Application Requesting to Close at 1 AM Sun-Thurs and 3 AM Fri-Sat for "Papa John's Pizza" at 3264 S 27th St. The applicant stated it's mainly delivery after 12 AM. He stated that the parking lot is cleaned daily and if there is loitering they will call the police. Ald. Witkowski stated there is a pizza place a few doors down and he doesn't see that it benefits the neighborhood. He added that he hasn't met with the applicant. Ald. Witkowski moved to hold to the call of the chair to meet with the applicant. (Prevailed 5-0) A motion was made by ALD. WITKOWSKI that this Motion be AMENDED. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote: Aye 5- Kovac, Witkowski, Coggs, Lewis and Dodd No 0 13 SWEENEY, Michael, Agent for "Sweeney's Gym LLC", Class B Tavern License Application for "Sweeney's Gym" at 6050 S Howell Av. Ald. Witkowski moved approval. (Prevailed 5-0) A motion was made by ALD. WITKOWSKI that this Motion be AMENDED. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote: Aye 5- Kovac, Witkowski, Coggs, Lewis and Dodd No 0 10 MOCK, Mark R, Agent for "Imperial Parking (US) LLC", Parking Lot or Place License Application for "Impark" at 4571 W BLUE MOUND Rd. The applicant stated this is for the parking lot on the Northside of Miller Park. Individual also present: Ald. Murphy stated he has no objections. Ald. Coggs moved approval. (Prevailed 3-0) A motion was made by ALD. COGGS that this Motion be AMENDED. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote: Aye 3- Kovac, Coggs and Dodd No 0 Excused 2- Witkowski and Lewis 10 SCHERBARTH, David N, Agent for "Highland Lanes LLC", Class B Tavern, Food Dealer, and Public Entertainment Premises License Applications Requesting Jukebox and 8 Bowling Lanes for "Highland Lanes" at 5830 W Vliet St. Individual also present: Ald. Murphy stated he has no objections. Ald. Dodd moved approval. (Prevailed 3-0) City of Milwaukee Page 13 LICENSES COMMITTEE Meeting Minutes December 4, 2018 A motion was made by ALD. DODD that this Motion be AMENDED. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote: Aye 3- Kovac, Coggs and Dodd No 0 Excused 2- Witkowski and Lewis BOSTON, Robert L, Class D Operator's License Renewal Application. (Expires 12/31/2018) Ald. Coggs moved approval. (Prevailed 3-0) A motion was made by ALD. COGGS that this Motion be AMENDED. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote: Aye 3- Kovac, Coggs and Dodd No 0 Excused 2- Witkowski and Lewis BULL, Nathan R, Class D Operator's License Renewal Application. (Expires 12/31/2018) The applicant stated he went out for Halloween and hit a guy who pushed a female friend of hers. He stated he has been sober for over a year. Ald. Dodd moved approval with a warning letter based on the police report. (Prevailed 3-0) A motion was made by ALD. DODD that this Motion be AMENDED. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote: Aye 3- Kovac, Coggs and Dodd No 0 Excused 2- Witkowski and Lewis CARLSON, Riki L, Class D Operator's License Renewal Application. (Expires 12/31/2018) Ald. Dodd moved to hold to the call of the chair based on nonappearance. (Prevailed 3-0) A motion was made by ALD. DODD that this Motion be AMENDED. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote: Aye 3- Kovac, Coggs and Dodd No 0 Excused 2- Witkowski and Lewis CHINN, Philip C, Class D Operator's License Renewal Application. (Expires 12/31/2018) Ald. Coggs moved to hold to the call of the chair based on nonappearance. (Prevailed 3-0) A motion was made by ALD. COGGS that this Motion be AMENDED. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote: Aye 3- Kovac, Coggs and Dodd City of Milwaukee Page 14 LICENSES COMMITTEE Meeting Minutes December 4, 2018 No 0 Excused 2- Witkowski and Lewis COLON, JR, Victor J, Class D Operator's License Renewal Application. (Expires 12/31/2018) Ald. Dodd moved to hold to the call of the chair based on nonappearance. (Prevailed 3-0) A motion was made by ALD. DODD that this Motion be AMENDED. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote: Aye 3- Kovac, Coggs and Dodd No 0 Excused 2- Witkowski and Lewis EGGSON, Tjuna C, Class D Operator's License Renewal Application. (Expires 12/31/2018) The applicant stated that the home went in to foreclosure and she was unaware of the fines because they weren't on her credit report. Ald. Coggs moved approval holding issuance until proof of satisfaction of fines is submitted to the License Divison. (Prevailed 3-0) A motion was made by ALD. COGGS that this Motion be AMENDED. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote: Aye 3- Kovac, Coggs and Dodd No 0 Excused 2- Witkowski and Lewis GAHRAN, Donald A, Class D Operator's License Renewal Application. (Expires 12/31/2018) Ald. Coggs moved to hold to the call of the chair. (Prevailed 3-0) A motion was made by ALD. COGGS that this Motion be AMENDED. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote: Aye 3- Kovac, Coggs and Dodd No 0 Excused 2- Witkowski and Lewis ROMO URENO, Fabiola N, Class D Operator's License Renewal Application. (Expires 12/31/2018) Ald. Dodd moved approval. (Prevailed 3-0) A motion was made by ALD. DODD that this Motion be AMENDED. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote: Aye 3- Kovac, Coggs and Dodd No 0 Excused 2- Witkowski and Lewis PRITCHARD, Latasha C, Agent for "T N T Cleaning, LLC", Home Improvement City of Milwaukee Page 15 LICENSES COMMITTEE Meeting Minutes December 4, 2018 Contractor's License Application for "T N T Cleaning the Community". The applicant stated she does janitorial cleaning. She added that her brother will have no involvement in her business. Ald. Coggs moved approval. (Prevailed 3-0-1, Ald. Lewis abstaining) A motion was made by ALD. COGGS that this Motion be AMENDED. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote: Aye 3- Kovac, Coggs and Dodd No 0 Excused 1- Witkowski Abstain 1- Lewis Agenda Only 01 BLACKBURN, Liza M, Agent for "BOC Group LLC", Class B Tavern and Public Entertainment Premises License Renewal Applications Increasing Capacity from 300 to 500 for "Oasis Jazz Bar & Grill" at 3120 W Villard Av. Ald. Lewis moved approval. (Prevailed 4-0) 01 OBI, Obiora C, Agent for "BOC Group LLC", Food Dealer License Renewal Application Increasing Capacity from 300 to 500 for "Oasis Jazz Bar & Grill" at 3120 W Villard Av. Ald. Lewis moved approval. (Prevailed 4-0) 06 GILL, Sandeep S, Agent for "Gas N Go Enterprises, Inc.", Extended Hours Establishments, Food Dealer, Weights & Measures, and Filling Station License Applications for "Gas N Go Enterprises, Inc." at 1909 W Hopkins St. Ald. Lewis moved approval. (Prevailed 4-0) 07 DHINDSA, Amandeep K, Agent for "Indertip Corp", Class A Malt and Food Dealer Retail License Renewal Applications with Change of Agent for "Vienna Mini Mart" at 3801 N 39th St. Ald. Lewis moved approval. (Prevailed 4-0) 08 MALLEGNI, Hannah, Agent for "MERCY HIGH APARTMENTS, LP", Loading Zone Permit Renewal Application with Change of Agent for "MERCY APARTMENTS" at 1720 S 29TH St #107. Ald. Lewis moved approval. (Prevailed 4-0) 08 MOLINA, Leandro, Agent for "Southside Automotive Sales and Repairs LLC", Secondhand Motor Vehicle Dealer's – Retail License Application for "Southside Automotive Sales and Repairs LLC" at 2027 W FOREST HOME Av. Ald. Lewis moved approval. (Prevailed 4-0) 09 TABOR, Joseph E Secondhand Motor Vehicle Dealer's – Retail License Application for "Joe On The Go Automotive" at 8245 W BROWN DEER Rd. Ald. Lewis moved approval. (Prevailed 4-0) 11 MAHMOOD, Sami SALAR, Agent for "Baran LLC", Secondhand Motor Vehicle Dealer's – Wholesale Only License Application for "Baran Wholesale" at 3500 S 92ND St #2A. Ald. Lewis moved approval. (Prevailed 4-0) 11 VALERIO ZAGADA, Alejandro, Agent for "3 Towing LLC", Recycling, Salvaging or Towing Vehicle License Application for "3 Towing LLC" at 2867 S 33RD St. Ald. Lewis moved approval. (Prevailed 4-0) 12 BHATI, Rita M, Agent for "Punjab Food, LLC", Extended Hours Establishments and Food Dealer License Applications for "Taste of Chicago" at 1108 W Greenfield Av. Ald. Lewis moved approval. (Prevailed 4-0) 12 BROXTON, Eric L, Agent for "Select Tire Sales, Inc.", Recycling, Salvaging, or Towing Premises License Renewal Application with Change of Agent and Shareholder City of Milwaukee Page 16 LICENSES COMMITTEE Meeting Minutes December 4, 2018 for "Select Tire Sales" at 1022 W Maple St. Ald. Lewis moved approval. (Prevailed 4-0) 12 DIAZ, Federico, Agent for "16TH Street Appliance Store LLC", Secondhand Dealer's License Application for "16TH Street Appliance Store" at 1216 S Cesar E Chavez DR. Ald. Lewis moved approval. (Prevailed 4-0) 12 PEREZ MARTINEZ, Toribio, Agent for "Taqueria El Toro LLC", Extended Hours Establishments License Application for "Taqueria El Toro LLC" at 551 W Historic Mitchell St. Ald. Lewis moved approval. (Prevailed 4-0) 12 REVORD, John C, Agent for "Rebel, LLC", Class B Tavern, Food Dealer, and Public Entertainment Premises License Renewal Applications with Change of Hours Mon-Tues From Closed To Open 4 PM-2 AM for "Snack Boys" at 814 S 2nd St. Ald. Lewis moved approval. (Prevailed 4-0) 13 DIMERCURIO, Thomas J, Agent for "Flyers Energy, LLC", Extended Hours Establishments, Filling Station, and Weights & Measures License Applications for "Quick Fuel #3131" at 1010 W Boden Ct. Ald. Lewis moved approval. (Prevailed 4-0) 13 IVERSON, Miles L, Agent for "Cale Miles LLC", Public Entertainment Premises License Application Requesting Instrumental Musicians, Bands, Jukebox, Karaoke, 10 Amusement Machines, Patron Contests, Comedy Acts, and Patrons Dancing for "CMP Tactical Lazertag" at 4905 S Howell Av. Ald. Lewis moved approval. (Prevailed 4-0) 14 SILBER, Stephen T, Agent for "Straight Shots KMS LLC", Class B Tavern, Food Dealer, and Public Entertainment Premises License Renewal Applications for "Straight Shots" at 1503 E OKLAHOMA Av. Ald. Lewis moved approval. (Prevailed 4-0) A motion was made by ALD. LEWIS that this Motion be AMENDED. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote: Aye 4- Kovac, Coggs, Lewis and Dodd No 0 Excused 1- Witkowski Warning Letter BOHO, Matthew J, Class D Operator's License Application. Ald. Coggs moved approval. (Prevailed 3-0) GARCIA, Maria E, Class D Operator's License Application. Ald. Coggs moved approval. (Prevailed 3-0) 01 MULTANI, Swaran S, Agent for "S & V PETROLEUM, INC", Extended Hours Establishments, Filling Station, Food Dealer, and Weights & Measures License Renewal Applications for "US Gas" at 4427 N GREEN BAY Av. Ald. Coggs moved approval. (Prevailed 3-0) 03 SINGH, Gurdev, Agent for "VICKY QUICK MART LLC", Extended Hours Establishments, Weights & Measures, Filling Station, and Food Dealer License Renewal Applications for "VICKY QUICK MART" at 2426 N FARWELL Av. Ald. Coggs moved approval. (Prevailed 3-0) A motion was made by ALD. COGGS that this Motion be AMENDED. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote: Aye 3- Kovac, Coggs and Lewis No 0 City of Milwaukee Page 17 LICENSES COMMITTEE Meeting Minutes December 4, 2018 Excused 2- Witkowski and Dodd A motion was made by ALD. COGGS that this Motion be RECOMMENDED FOR APPROVAL. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote: Aye 3- Kovac, Coggs and Lewis No 0 Excused 2- Witkowski and Dodd 1:15 PM 2. 181015 Substitute motion revoking the Recycling, Salvaging, or Towing Premises license of Anthony Lopez, agent for Abyss Towing LLC for the premises at 960 W Armour Avenue doing business as "Abyss Towing" in the 13th aldermanic district. Sponsors: THE CHAIR Appearing with the Licensee: Atty. Dan Sanders stated that this is the livelihood of the licensee and is still in the learning process. He stated that when the licensee was responding to Mr. Clark on the phone that he was trying to tell him that while they have to provide the drop fee, Mr. Clark has to provide the proper documentation. He stated that in 2018 several drops were offered. He provided the records from 2018 billing. He stated that the licensee does approximately 1,000 tows per year. He stated in January there were 6 salvage cars and in March there were 68. He stated the incidents of people coming up during a tow and asking for their car back is rare. He stated of the 50 incidents the ones that indicate "no fee" or "return for free" were often free returns due to the error of the management. He stated that Mr. Strehlow did a lot of drops via credit card and there were a couple in 2018 and 6 in late 2017. He explained the process of the receipts, tow cards, and fees. He stated that more encounters are when a manager asked for the vehicle to be dropped. He stated there were 9 times this year where a drop fee was given. He provided 2017 records and receipts, indicating 15 drop fees. Ald. Dodd moved to enter in to the record as exhibit #1 the 2017 records and receipts. (Prevailed 4-0) He stated that the face to face encounters with people while being towed are the exception, not the norm. He added that the majority of the face to face encounters are tense and violent. He stated that Mr. Clark did get in to his car and start it on the night in question. He stated that the ordinance states there needs to be a signed waiver, but there is no City approved waiver form, and most people don't want to sign anything. He added that they have a draft waiver form that they can send to Chief Morales. He stated that their customers are depending on them, but it's not an easy job to do. He stated the drivers are confronted with drunk, angry people all the time. He stated a revocation for one incident in 3 years is unduly harsh, and a warning letter or suspension would be more appropriate. He stated that no one was deceitful to the committee. He stated the records for 2017 and 2018 are consistent, and Mr. Strehlow gives cars back for free. He added the licensee had previous unrecorded phone calls with Mr. Clark. He stated that Stephanie Lampone 2214 S 60th St stated sometimes the management asks for cars to be towed in error. She stated that sometimes the manager hasn't given the tenant the parking permit. She stated that a tow card is attached to the receipt with a tow number. She stated that Mr. Clark came to the tow lot and filmed her and called multiple times, and didn't want to provide his ID or title when he picked up his car. She City of Milwaukee Page 18 LICENSES COMMITTEE Meeting Minutes December 4, 2018 stated the business is a family business with only 6 trucks, and they are picky about the drivers they hire. Individual also present: Peter Knox stated the licensee has done over 1,000 tows per year for the last few years. He stated of the 46 records provided by the licensee, for City authorized tows, 9 receipts had "drop", 28 had "drop, give back for free", and the remaining 9 had different things. He stated DPW looked at follow up calls regarding drop fees. He stated that there were 3 calls back to Parking Enforcement regarding cars not being towed with the following notes: 1 released to owner, 1 owner moved vehicle, and Abyss did not have the vehicle. He added that DPW is looking at a standardized form when a vehicle is given a drop fee. Ald. Lewis asked how to match a receipt to a towed vehicle because some of the receipts aren't filled out completely. She stated she found it curious that with all the records were submitted, Mr. Clark was not offered the drop fee or have his car dropped for free, even though they do it all the time according to the records that were provided in exhibit #1. She added that the statements that Mr. Clark should know the law were a flagrant disregard for a customer. She added that it's a poor business practice and goes against the legal obligation of the licensee. She added that the nature of the business does lend itself to confrontations with customers. Ald. Kovac stated what he was looking for was the very specific records in compliance with the city ordinance regarding the drop fee. He added that the law was trying to be as thorough as possible. He stated that he feels the response to the revocation complaint wasn't truthful. He stated the committee generally looks at the whole circumstances surrounding incidents and integrity is a big part of the judgement call the committee has to make. He stated he was most concerned about the call with Mr. Clark where the drop fee is discussed, and it made him disbelieve Mr. Strehlow's testimony, because Mr. Lopez never said a drop fee was offered to Mr. Clark on the phone call. He added that this is a citywide issue and the legislative intent was to deal with the behavior of tow companies and to hold them accountable because of the complaints from residents. He stated the law was to encourage good behavior by tow companies. He stated that he does not see a consistent pattern of following the law or the believable fact pattern of the night in question, corroborating Mr. Clark's testimony. Ald. Dodd moved to enter the 2018 records provided by the licensee as exhibit #2. (Prevailed 4-0) Ald. Dodd moved to enter in to the record the DPW response as exhibit #3. (Prevailed 4-0) Ald. Kovac moved for revocation based on the revocation complaint and licensee and DPW testimony. (Prevailed 3-1, Ald. Coggs voting no) A motion was made by ALD. KOVAC that this Motion be RECOMMENDED FOR APPROVAL. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote: Aye 3- Kovac, Lewis and Dodd No 1- Coggs Excused 1- Witkowski The meeting convened at 2:52 PM City of Milwaukee Page 19 LICENSES COMMITTEE Meeting Minutes December 4, 2018 Molly Kuether-Steele Staff Assistant City of Milwaukee Page 20