LICENSES COMMITTEE

City Hall City of Milwaukee 200 East Wells Street Milwaukee, WI 53202 Meeting Minutes LICENSES COMMITTEE ALD. NIK KOVAC, CHAIR ALD. MILELE A. COGGS, VICE-CHAIR Ald. Chantia Lewis, Ald. Nikiya Dodd, and Ald. Cavalier Johnson 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, June 25, 2019 9:00 AM Room 301-B, City Hall The meeting convened at 9:13 AM Ald. Lewis joined the meeting at 9:23 AM Present 4 - Kovac, Coggs, Lewis, Johnson Excused 1 - Dodd 1. 190195 Motion relating to the recommendations of the Licenses Committee relative to licenses. Sponsors: THE CHAIR 12 PLENNES, Amy R, Agent for "THE NATIONAL, LLC", Class B Tavern-Service Bar Only License Application for "THE NATIONAL" at 839 W NATIONAL Av. Individual also present: Ald. Perez stated he has no objections. Ald. Johnson moved approval. (Prevailed 3-0) A motion was made by ALD. JOHNSON that this Motion be AMENDED. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote: Aye 3- Kovac, Coggs and Johnson No 0 Excused 2- Lewis and Dodd 12 ORDONEZ-CARDENAS, Edwin A, Agent for "The Merge Group LLC", Class B Tavern, Public Entertainment Premises, and Food Dealer License Transfer Applications with Change of Trade Name and Stock for "Tycoons Lounge and Grill" at 721 S Cesar E Chavez DR. Appearing with the applicant: Atty. Vincent Bobot requested this item be held until September. Individual also present: Ald. Perez 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 City of Milwaukee Page 1 LICENSES COMMITTEE Meeting Minutes June 25, 2019 motion PREVAILED by the following vote: Aye 3- Kovac, Coggs and Johnson No 0 Excused 2- Lewis and Dodd 08 ARORA, Gurmeet S, Agent for "Arora Pantry Inc", Class A Malt, Class A Liquor-Cider Only, and Food Dealer License Renewal Applications Removing Processing for "Quick Pick Food Mart" at 3332 W Lincoln Av. (Expires 7/27/2019) Individual also present: Patricia Doherty 8th District Legislative Assistant stated Ald. Donovan 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 Johnson No 0 Excused 2- Lewis and Dodd 08 BOOHER, Anthony T, Agent for "MKE Junk Junkies, LLC", Recycling, Salvaging, or Towing Premises License Application Requesting Non-Consensual Towing, Dealing, Storing, Transporting, Removing, and/or Recycling Junk/Valuable Metal, Waste Tires, and Salvaged Motor Vehicle Parts for "MKE Junk Junkies" at 2640 W Greves St. The applicant stated he was young and had a bat in the back of his car. He added that he put up signs because the money was good. Appearing with the applicant: Ivalisa Inez 1120 S 62nd St West Allis, WI stated they didn't know they needed a RST license. Individual also present: Patricia Doherty 8th District Legislative Assistant stated Ald. Donovan has concerns about the police report. Ald. Johnson moved approval holding open #10 on the police report. (Prevailed 4-0) A motion was made by ALD. JOHNSON that this Motion be AMENDED. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote: Aye 4- Kovac, Coggs, Lewis and Johnson No 0 Excused 1- Dodd 08 CALLOWAY, JR, Edward R, Agent for "5050 Lounge LLC", Class B Tavern and Food Dealer License Applications for "Junior's Cocktail Lounge" at 3300 W Lincoln Av. Individual also present: Patricia Doherty 8th District Legislative Assistant stated Ald. Donovan has no objections. 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 Johnson City of Milwaukee Page 2 LICENSES COMMITTEE Meeting Minutes June 25, 2019 No 0 Excused 1- Dodd 08 JANOWSKI, Valarie J, Agent for "Jeremy's Garage LLC", Recycling, Salvaging, or Towing Premises License Application Requesting Removing and/or Recycling Junk/Valuable Metal for "Jeremy's Garage" at 2636 S 32ND St. Appearing with the applicant: Nelson Calados 1670 S 11th St #104 Edward Janowski 1423 S 9th St Individual also present: Patricia Doherty 8th District Legislative Assistant stated Ald. Donovan has no objections. Ald. Johnson moved approval. (Prevailed 3-0) A motion was made by ALD. JOHNSON that this Motion be AMENDED. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote: Aye 3- Kovac, Coggs and Johnson No 0 Excused 2- Lewis and Dodd 08 RIVERA, William, Agent for "LA PICA #3, LLC", Class B Tavern and Public Entertainment Premises License Renewal Applications for "LA PICA CARR 3 BAR & HALL" at 3427-31 W LINCOLN Av. (Expires 7/29/2019) The applicant stated the shooting happened during closing time and he got nervous. He added that had 2 bouncers on the day of the shooting, but they were breaking up a fight when the women entered with a gun. He stated it was his mistake in not reporting the shooting, and he will call the police whenever there is a problem. He stated that he guarantees that it will never happen again. Appearing with the applicant: David Eisner 10621 W Lincoln Ave #1 West Allis, WI read a written response to the police report. He added that a third bouncer was hired after the meeting with MPD at District 2. He added that the applicant panicked and the buck stops with him. Ald. Coggs moved to enter in to the record as exhibit #1 the written response to the police report. (Prevailed 4-0) Individual also present: Patricia Doherty 8th District Legislative Assistant stated she has received calls about patrons being loud when exiting at closing time. She added Ald. Donovan has a lot of concern about trust and honesty, because there was a bartender, 2 security guards, and the applicant present during the shooting and no one called the police. She added and that maybe a suspension is in order because they already received a warning letter. Ald. Kovac stated he is more concerned with the failure to report the shooting, than the actual shooting itself. He added that the worst possible thing is not to call the police when there's a shooting. He added that he agrees a suspension is in order given the failure to report. Ald. Lewis asked when the third bouncer was hired and how a patron was able to enter with a gun. She added that last year there was also a failure to report. Ald. Johnson stated last year there was a battery/cutting at the premises and the applicant was reminded to call the police when incidents occur. Ald. Johnson moved approval with a 15 day suspension based on #11-12 in the police report. (Prevailed 2-1-1, Ald. Lewis voting no, Ald. Coggs abstaining) City of Milwaukee Page 3 LICENSES COMMITTEE Meeting Minutes June 25, 2019 A motion was made by ALD. JOHNSON that this Motion be AMENDED. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote: Aye 2- Kovac and Johnson No 1- Lewis Excused 1- Dodd Abstain 1- Coggs 08 SMITH, Jay P, Agent for "Silver Spur LLC", Class B Tavern, Public Entertainment Premises, Food Dealer, and Sidewalk Dining License Applications Requesting Jukebox, 1 Pool Table, and 5 Amusement Machines for "Silver Spur LLC" at 3700 W National Av. Appearing with the applicant: Rhonda Gary 715 W Montclair, Glendale, WI Individual also present: Patricia Doherty 8th District Legislative Assistant stated Ald. Donovan has no objections. Ald. Johnson moved approval. (Prevailed 4-0) A motion was made by ALD. JOHNSON that this Motion be AMENDED. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote: Aye 4- Kovac, Coggs, Lewis and Johnson No 0 Excused 1- Dodd 13 ALRUBAYE, Mustafa, Agent for "MJ Auto LLC", Secondhand Motor Vehicle Dealer's-Wholesale Only License Application for "MJ Auto LLC" at 4379 S HOWELL Av #5. The applicant was present. 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 Johnson No 0 Excused 1- Dodd 13 HE, Lijuan Massage Establishment License Application for "Orchid Day Spa" at 4346 S 27TH St. Appearing on behalf of the applicant: Atty. Mary Roth stated there is an amendment to the application Lanyu Jiang Jane Due 2345 Rodney Ct, Brookfield, WI appearing as interpreter Individual present in support: Nicole Tucci 1125 Marion Ave, South Milwaukee, WI stated she is the property manager and she is in support. Ald. Coggs moved to hold to the call of the chair. (Prevailed 4-0) A motion was made by ALD. COGGS that this Motion be AMENDED. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote: City of Milwaukee Page 4 LICENSES COMMITTEE Meeting Minutes June 25, 2019 Aye 4- Kovac, Coggs, Lewis and Johnson No 0 Excused 1- Dodd 13 KRUEGER, Scott A, Agent for "LKQ Great Lakes Corp", Recycling, Salvaging, or Towing Premises License Transfer Application with Change of Agent for "LKQ Great Lakes" at 6102 S 13th St. The applicant was present. 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 Johnson No 0 Excused 1- Dodd 13 LANDGRAF, Matthew J, Agent for "HOWELL AVE FOS LODGING ASSOC, LLC", Class B Tavern and Food Dealer License Renewal Applications with Change of Agent for "HILTON GARDEN INN-MILW AIRPORT" at 5890 S HOWELL Av. (Expires 7/6/2019) The applicant was present. 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, Coggs, Lewis and Johnson No 0 Excused 1- Dodd 13 PAKALSKI, Andrew K, Agent for "Werd Bar LLC", Class B Tavern and Public Entertainment Premises License Renewal Applications with Change of Hours Sun From Closing 11 PM To 2 AM and Lowering Capacity from 80 to 79 for "Werd Bar" at 111 W HOWARD Av. (Expires 7/23/2019) The applicant was present. 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, Coggs, Lewis and Johnson No 0 Excused 1- Dodd 13 PATEL, Arpit K, Agent for "SIDHIVINAYAK, LLC", Class B Tavern, Food Dealer, and Hotel/Motel License Renewal Applications with Change of Agent for "QUALITY SUITES" at 4488 S 27TH St. (Expires 7/5/2019) The applicant was present. Ald. Johnson moved approval. (Prevailed 4-0) A motion was made by ALD. JOHNSON that this Motion be AMENDED. This City of Milwaukee Page 5 LICENSES COMMITTEE Meeting Minutes June 25, 2019 motion PREVAILED by the following vote: Aye 4- Kovac, Coggs, Lewis and Johnson No 0 Excused 1- Dodd 13 PATEL, Arpit K, Agent for "SIDHIVINAYAK, LLC", Class B Tavern, Food Dealer, and Hotel/Motel License Renewal Applications with Change of Agent for "RODEWAY INN & SUITES" at 4400 S 27TH St. (Expires 7/5/2019) The applicant was present. 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 Johnson No 0 Excused 1- Dodd 13 THELEN, Ronald L, Agent for "Brass Monkey II, LLC", Class B Tavern, Public Entertainment Premises, and Food Dealer License Renewal Applications for "Brass Monkey II" at 700 E LAYTON Av. (Expires 7/25/2019) The applicant was present. Ald. Johnson moved approval. (Prevailed 4-0) A motion was made by ALD. JOHNSON that this Motion be AMENDED. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote: Aye 4- Kovac, Coggs, Lewis and Johnson No 0 Excused 1- Dodd The meeting recessed at 10:38 AM The meeting reconvened at 10:46 AM 190195 Motion relating to the recommendations of the Licenses Committee relative to licenses. Sponsors: THE CHAIR 04 ANDERSON, Darryl L, Agent for "Milwaukee School of Engineering", Class B Tavern License Application for "Milwaukee School of Engineering" at 1025 N MILWAUKEE St. Individual also present: Ald. Bauman stated he has no objections. Ald. Johnson moved approval. (Prevailed 3-0) A motion was made by ALD. JOHNSON that this Motion be AMENDED. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote: Aye 3- Kovac, Lewis and Johnson City of Milwaukee Page 6 LICENSES COMMITTEE Meeting Minutes June 25, 2019 No 0 Excused 2- Coggs and Dodd 04 BARAKAT, Abed M, Agent for "Wells Food LLC", Class A Malt and Food Dealer License Renewal Applications for "Wells Food" at 2131 W Wells St. (Expires 7/5/2019) The applicant stated his brother wasn't smoking in the store. He added that the Marquette University police issued a citation, but he wasn't working on Saturday, so it must have been his brother. Individual also present: Ald. Bauman stated he has no objections. Ald. Johnson moved approval with a warning letter based on the police report. (Prevailed 3-0) A motion was made by ALD. JOHNSON that this Motion be AMENDED. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote: Aye 3- Kovac, Lewis and Johnson No 0 Excused 2- Coggs and Dodd 04 GRUNWALD, Ross, Agent for "HY-VEE, INC.", Class B Tavern, Food Dealer, and Sidewalk Dining License Applications for "Wahlburgers" at 322 N BROADWAY #100. Individual also present: Ald. Bauman stated he has no objections. 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 Johnson No 0 Excused 1- Dodd 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 7/21/2019) The applicant stated he will have new windows by April 15th. He added that he cleans up garbage throughout the neighborhood. Individual also present: Ald. Bauman stated the building is an eyesore and the theater across the street is being redeveloped. He added that the building needs a complete renovation. Individuals present in opposition: Bobby McQuay - Near Westside Partners provided photos and a signed agreement from the applicant and he believes the applicant will hold to the agreement. Ald. Coggs moved to enter in to the record as exhibit #1 the photos and agreement from Near Westside Partners. (Prevailed 4-0) Jim Dieter 2432 W Kilbourn Ave stated there are 6-7 liquor stores in the neighborhood and there's a lot of loitering, panhandling, and public urination. He added that he's concerned about the bars on the windows. He provided 15 photos of the premises and patrons of the premises. Ald. Lewis moved to enter in to the record as exhibit #2 the 15 photos. (Prevailed 4-0) Ald. Coggs moved approval with a warning letter. (Prevailed 4-0) City of Milwaukee Page 7 LICENSES COMMITTEE Meeting Minutes June 25, 2019 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 Johnson No 0 Excused 1- Dodd 04 WALIA, Ajit S, Agent for "CONTINENTAL A 1 CORP", Extended Hours Establishments, Food Dealer, Filling Station, and Weights & Measures License Renewal Applications for "PANTRY 41 #12" at 1202 W HIGHLAND Av. (Expires 7/21/2019) Ald. Coggs moved to hold to the call of the chair based on nonappearance. (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 Johnson No 0 Excused 1- Dodd 04 SANFILIPPO, Betina A, Agent for "BANQUET SERVICES, LLC", Class B Tavern and Public Entertainment Premises License Renewal Applications for "VILLA FILOMENA" at 1119 N MARSHALL St. (Expires 7/25/2019) Appearing with the applicant: Atty. Vincent Bobot stated the City dismissed the noise citation. He added that he spoke with the neighbor previously and a resolution was agreed to that live music bookings will not be disruptive, and the applicant will hire a sound engineer to abate noise. He added they will hire a private security firm to monitor from 9:30 PM until 10:30 PM, and the neighbors will have their direct phone number. The neighbors will also be provided with a list of all scheduled events. He added that this is a venue with small weddings. He added that a non-disparaging clause will be added to the agreement. There were 4 individuals present in support. Individual also present: Ald. Bauman stated there was a blatant disregard of the plan of operation agreed to last year and he recommends nonrenewal. He added that the exact same discussion was had last year, with the same neighbors, and nothing has changed. He stated that this is a residential area and the premises should have a small footprint in terms of noise and car activity. Individuals present in opposition: Martin Tierney 1111 N Marshall St he stated he is interested in a written agreement with the premises, but he feels ambushed because this was the first time it was brought up to him. He added that he wants a peaceful resolution and doesn't want to shut the business down, but there are real problems regarding excessive noise and amplified music. He stated that he has concerns and that he was threatened with a restraining order by Tony Sanfilippo. Janet Tierney 1111 N Marshall St #404 stated she asked the premises to lower the volume and it was turned down, and then increased again so she called the police. She stated she feels threatened and bullied by the applicant and their attorney, she added that they said they would ruin her reputation. Ald. Kovac stated he remembers the hearing last year and he was reluctant to suspend the license because of the scheduled weddings. He added that he is shocked City of Milwaukee Page 8 LICENSES COMMITTEE Meeting Minutes June 25, 2019 that the applicant is back again with the same issues, given how close they were to a suspension, and that they neighbors haven't be made happy. He added that he is stunned that the neighbors were threatened. Ald. Lewis stated the applicant is flippant and doesn't understand how serious this is or how to work with the neighbors. Ald. Coggs stated she hopes that the applicant isn't before the Committee again next year with the same issues and complaints by neighbors. Ald. Lewis moved to hold to the call of the chair for the applicant to meet with neighbors to come to an agreement. (Prevailed 3-0) A motion was made by ALD. LEWIS that this Motion be AMENDED. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote: Aye 3- Coggs, Lewis and Johnson No 0 Excused 2- Kovac and Dodd The meeting recessed at 12:00 PM The meeting reconvened at 1:59 PM Ald. Lewis joined the meeting at 2:10 PM 190195 Motion relating to the recommendations of the Licenses Committee relative to licenses. Sponsors: THE CHAIR AGUILAR, Daniel, Class D Operator's License Application. Ald. Coggs moved denial based on second 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 Johnson No 0 Excused 2- Lewis and Dodd GAUTHIER, Joseph G, Class D Operator's License Application. The applicant stated he is applying for a job at Applebee's and his parole officer approves. Ald. Johnson moved to hold to for a response from Probation and Parole. (Prevailed 3-0) A motion was made by ALD. JOHNSON that this Motion be AMENDED. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote: Aye 3- Kovac, Coggs and Johnson No 0 Excused 2- Lewis and Dodd HARRIS, Christopher D, Class D Operator's License Renewal Application. (Expired 12/31/2017) City of Milwaukee Page 9 LICENSES COMMITTEE Meeting Minutes June 25, 2019 Ald. Coggs moved to hold to the call of the chair based on second 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 Johnson No 0 Excused 2- Lewis and Dodd RAUCH, Scott A, Class D Operator's License Renewal Application. (Expired 12/31/2018) Ald. Johnson moved denial based on second nonappearance. (Prevailed 3-0) A motion was made by ALD. JOHNSON that this Motion be AMENDED. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote: Aye 3- Kovac, Coggs and Johnson No 0 Excused 2- Lewis and Dodd WILLIAMS, Adriana M, Class D Operator's License Renewal Application. (Expired 12/31/2018) Ald. Coggs moved denial based on second 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 Johnson No 0 Excused 2- Lewis and Dodd HUTSON, Keon A, Direct Seller's License Application. The applicant stated his friend put pills in his backpack and he got caught so he pled guilty. He stated he makes shirts and wants to sell them. He added that he wasn't drunk, he just refused to take a breathalyzer test. Ald. Kovac moved approval. (Prevailed 3-0-1, Ald. Lewis abstaining) A motion was made by ALD. KOVAC that this Motion be AMENDED. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote: Aye 3- Kovac, Coggs and Johnson No 0 Excused 1- Dodd Abstain 1- Lewis POTRYKUS, Shaun J, Agent for "A Plus Renovations LLC", Home Improvement Contractor's License Application for "A Plus Renovations". Ald. Coggs moved denial based on second nonappearance. (Prevailed 4-0) A motion was made by ALD. COGGS that this Motion be AMENDED. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote: City of Milwaukee Page 10 LICENSES COMMITTEE Meeting Minutes June 25, 2019 Aye 4- Kovac, Coggs, Lewis and Johnson No 0 Excused 1- Dodd ROBINSON, De'arquise L, Agent for "Solid Gold Construction, Design, & Remodeling LLC", Home Improvement Contractor's License Application for "Solid Gold Construction, Design, & Remodeling". 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 Johnson No 0 Excused 1- Dodd 07 ROSS, Lakesha R, Agent for "Hopkins Street Auto Sales LLC", Secondhand Motor Vehicle Dealer's License Application for "Hopkins Street Auto Sales LLC" at 4635 N HOPKINS St. Appearing with the applicant: Derek Anderson 4635 N Hopkins St stated a customer had a complaint about a vehicle, he called the police, and they both received a citation. Ald. Johnson moved approval. (Prevailed 4-0) A motion was made by ALD. JOHNSON that this Motion be AMENDED. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote: Aye 4- Kovac, Coggs, Lewis and Johnson No 0 Excused 1- Dodd 09 BUZDUM, Boro, Agent for "Maple Road, LLC", Class B Tavern, Food Dealer, and Public Entertainment Premises License Applications Requesting Jukebox for "Buzdum's 19th Hole" at 7424 N 60TH St. Ald. Lewis stated the application states that this is a bar that closes at 12 AM, not a restaurant. She added that neighbors do not want to see another bar at the location. Ald. Lewis moved to hold to the call of the chair for a community meeting. (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 Johnson No 0 Excused 1- Dodd 09 KESKIN, Dennis, Agent for "Lexdan Automotive of WI, Inc", Secondhand Motor Vehicle Dealer's License Application for "Lexdan Imports" at 8730 N 91st St. Appearing on behalf of the applicant: City of Milwaukee Page 11 LICENSES COMMITTEE Meeting Minutes June 25, 2019 Atty. Steve Fox 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 Johnson No 0 Excused 1- Dodd 15 SINGH, Kuljit, Agent for "Lisbon Liquor & Food Mart Inc.", Class A Malt & Class A Liquor and Food Dealer License Renewal Applications for "Lisbon Liquor and Food Mart" at 2900 W LISBON Av. (Expires 7/26/2019 The applicant stated he never got the MARTS letter and the employee wasn't paying attention when he sold the tobacco to minors. He added that he will hire a security guard next month. Appearing with the applicant: Suhkwinder Singh 2900 W Lisbon Ave stated prostitution is a problem and the prostitutes panhandle and harass customers. He added that they can hire a security guard by the end of July. Individual also present: Dameon Ellzey 15th District Legislative Assistant stated the premises should hire a security guard. He requested to see the contract with a security guard. Ald. Coggs moved to amend the plan of operation to include a security guard. (Prevailed 4-0) Ald. Johnson moved to hold to the call of the chair for the security contract. (Prevailed 4-0) A motion was made by ALD. JOHNSON that this Motion be AMENDED. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote: Aye 4- Kovac, Coggs, Lewis and Johnson No 0 Excused 1- Dodd 05 AMSBARY, JR, Joseph B, Agent for "WALGREEN CO", Food Dealer License Renewal and Transfer Applications with Change of Agent for "WALGREENS #04254" at 5201 N 91ST St. Individual present: Dorothy Johnson 5th District Legislative Assistant stated Ald. Dodd has no objections. Ald. Coggs moved to hold to the call of the chair based on nonappearance. (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 Johnson No 0 Excused 1- Dodd 05 WAHHAB, Edward E, Agent for "Wahhab Seva Enterprises Inc", Class B Tavern License Renewal and Transfer Applications with Change of Location for "Sababa Cafe" at 11270 W PARK Pl. City of Milwaukee Page 12 LICENSES COMMITTEE Meeting Minutes June 25, 2019 Individual also present: Dorothy Johnson 5th District Legislative Assistant stated Ald. Dodd has no objections. 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 Johnson No 0 Excused 1- Dodd 06 ARIAS, Julio R, Agent for "Jay's Towing MKE LLC", Recycling, Salvaging, or Towing Premises License Application Requesting Non-Consensual Towing, Dealing, Storing, Transporting, Removing and/or Recycling Junk/Valuable Metal, and Dealing, Storing, and/or Transporting Salvaged Motor Vehicle Parts for "Jay's Towing MKE LLC" at 3950 N HOLTON St #101DT. The applicant stated he didn't know he was a felon, because the felony occurred when he was a juvenile. Appearing with the applicant: Lloyd Levin 3950 N Holton St stated that no one from Riverworks ever told him this was a problem. Individual present in opposition: Kate Bartlett -Riverworks Business Development Specialist stated she would like to meet with the applicant. Ald. Coggs moved to hold to the call of the chair to meet with the applicant and Riverworks. (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 Johnson No 0 Excused 1- Dodd 06 BROOKS, Vickie M, Agent for "V & T LIQUORS, INC", Class A Malt & Class A Liquor and Weights & Measures License Renewal Applications for "V & T WINE & LIQUOR" at 916 W BURLEIGH St. (Expires 7/25/2019) The applicant stated she enrolled in the MARTS program and never received a citation. She added that the employee was her aunt and she talked to her about checking IDs. Appearing with the applicant: Timothy Bateman 916 W Burleigh stated he was disappointed and they will do better next time. Ald. Coggs moved approval with a warning letter based on the police report. (Prevailed 3-0-1, Ald. Kovac abstaining) A motion was made by ALD. COGGS that this Motion be AMENDED. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote: Aye 3- Coggs, Lewis and Johnson No 0 Excused 1- Dodd Abstain 1- Kovac City of Milwaukee Page 13 LICENSES COMMITTEE Meeting Minutes June 25, 2019 06 HARPER, Warren G Class B Tavern, Food Dealer, and Public Entertainment Premises License Renewal Applications for "WARREN'S LOUNGE" at 2534 W HOPKINS St. (Expires 6/30/2019) The applicant stated the perpetrator never entered the building and was not a customer. He added he believed it was an ongoing quarrel between the victim and the perpetrator. Ald. Coggs stated the applicant may want to consider hiring a security guard for busier nights. Ald. Coggs moved approval with a warning letter based on the police report. (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 Excused 2- Dodd and Johnson 06 JULES, Lucile M, Agent for "Curry Goat Corp", Public Entertainment Premises, Sidewalk Dining, Alcohol and Food Permanent Extension of Premises License Applications Adding Patio and Sidewalk Café, and Requesting Instrumental Musicians, Disc Jockey, Jukebox, Bands, Battle of the Bands, Poetry Readings, Patron Contests, Comedy Acts, Dancing by Performers, Patron Dancing, Dance Lessons, Exercise Classes, 12 Motion Pictures, 36 Concerts, and 12 Theatrical Performances for "Jewels Caribbean Restaurant" at 2230 N Martin L King Jr DR. Appearing with the applicant: Natasha Jules 3856 N 38th St stated people have to vacate the patio by 8 PM. Individual present in support: Angelique Sharp 2639 N 5th stated she is in support and it's a great addition to Bronzeville. Ald. Coggs moved to amend the application to close the sidewalk and patio dining at 8 PM. (Prevailed 4-0) Ald. Coggs moved approval as amended. (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 Johnson No 0 Excused 1- Dodd 06 NAGRA, Gurinder S, Agent for "Pueblo Foods & Liquor, Inc", Class A Malt & Class A Liquor, Food Dealer, and Weights & Measures License Renewal Applications for "Pueblo Foods & Liquor" at 2029-31 N HOLTON St. (Expires 7/23/2019) The applicant stated he enrolled in and successfully completed the MARTS program. Ald. Coggs moved approval with a warning letter based on #12 in the police report. (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 Johnson No 0 City of Milwaukee Page 14 LICENSES COMMITTEE Meeting Minutes June 25, 2019 Excused 1- Dodd 06 TOOR, Davinder S, Agent for "Toor Retail LLC", Class A Malt & Class A Liquor, Food Dealer, and Weights & Measures License Renewal Applications for "Jack's Beverage Center" at 3565-67 N Teutonia Av. (Expires 7/30/2019) The applicant stated he enrolled in and successfully passed the MARTS program and participates in training from WeCard.org. Ald. Coggs moved approval with a warning letter based on #4 in the police report. (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 Johnson No 0 Excused 1- Dodd 03 ROSENBURG, Sara M, Agent for "Riiser Fuels, LLC", Extended Hours Establishments, Filling Station, Weights & Measures, and Food Dealer License Applications Requesting for Pumps to be Open 24 Hrs for "Rstore #68 - Jetz" at 1425 N Farwell Av. Appearing with the applicant: Ron Martin 709 S 20th Ave Wausau, WI Robert O'Connor 6101 S 108th St Hales Corners, WI Ald. Kovac stated he has no objections. Ald. Johnson moved approval. (Prevailed 4-0) A motion was made by ALD. JOHNSON that this Motion be AMENDED. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote: Aye 4- Kovac, Coggs, Lewis and Johnson No 0 Excused 1- Dodd 03 VITUCCI, Julie A, Agent for "VITUCCI'S, INC", Class B Tavern, Public Entertainment Premises, Food Dealer, and Sidewalk Dining License Renewal Applications for "VITUCCI'S COCKTAIL LOUNGE" at 1832 E NORTH Av. (Expires 6/30/2019) Appearing with the applicant: Atty. Kendrick Yandell stated the Vitucci's are using this as an opportunity to grow, and they've hired new staff and bartenders. He added that Mr. Vitucci applied for his manager's license. Angelo Vitucci 839 N Marshall St stated the overserving of the employee was the most concerning and they're in the process of hiring a consulting firm to train staff and security. He stated that they no longer hire anyone under the age of 21. He added he was out of town an intoxicated during his interaction with the police. Ald. Kovac stated there were several items of concern on the police report and he met with the Vitucci's. He added that the premises has been open for 85 years and that counts for something. He stated that Mr. Vitucci going through the manager training is meaningful. He added that the premises will be having a de-facto suspension because the license expires before the next Council meeting. Ald. Kovac moved approval with a warning letter based on the police report. (Prevailed 4-0) City of Milwaukee Page 15 LICENSES COMMITTEE Meeting Minutes June 25, 2019 A motion was made by ALD. KOVAC that this Motion be AMENDED. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote: Aye 4- Kovac, Coggs, Lewis and Johnson No 0 Excused 1- Dodd 01 ALI, Ayman N, Agent for "FLORIST AVENUE FOOD MART, INC.", Food Dealer and Weights & Measures License Applications for "Home Run Food" at 3824 W FLORIST Av. Appearing on behalf of the applicant: Atty. David Bangert Fayami Abdullah Individual also present: Andrea Pratt 1st District Legislative Assistant stated Pres. Hamilton has no objections. 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, Coggs, Lewis and Johnson No 0 Excused 1- Dodd 01 COLEMAN, Nicole S, Agent for "Fresh Cars, Inc", Secondhand Motor Vehicle Dealer's License Application for "Fresh Cars" at 3628 W Villard Av. Appearing with the applicant: Dwayne Mahoney 623 W Chambers St stated he is the property owner. He stated that the area is a ghost town and the buildings are boarded up. Individual present in opposition: Angelique Sharp 2639 N 5th St Villard Ave BID stated that the BID sends out information to create a strategic plan. She stated there is already and overconcentration of car repair places. Individuals also present: Andrea Pratt stated Pres. Hamilton objects do to oversaturation of car dealerships, the visions of the Villard Ave BID, and a multimillion dollar development. Pres. Hamilton stated the applicant needs to meet with the Villard Ave BID and other businesses on the street. He added that the premises doesn't fit with the visioning of the plan for the street. Ald. Johnson moved to hold to the call of the chair for the applicant to meet with the Villard Ave BID. (Prevailed 4-0) A motion was made by ALD. JOHNSON that this Motion be AMENDED. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote: Aye 4- Kovac, Coggs, Lewis and Johnson No 0 Excused 1- Dodd 01 JABBAR, Nael N, Agent for "HOT SPOT SUPERMARKET, LLC", Class A Malt & Class A Liquor, Food Dealer, and Weights & Measures License Renewal Applications for "I SHOP SUPERMARKET" at 2643 W ATKINSON Av. (Expires 7/30/2019) City of Milwaukee Page 16 LICENSES COMMITTEE Meeting Minutes June 25, 2019 The applicant stated #12 in the police report the cigarette butts were found in the belongings of the subject. Appearing with the applicant: Atty. Jeff Guerard stated #7 & 8 on the police report are regarding customers that they had restraining orders against because of harassing customers and threatening employees. He added that #10 on the police report the applicant's father had a heart attack and the applicant left, leaving only an employee with a certificate, who now has a bartender's license. He added that #11 & 13 the officers have remote access to the cameras, but they went in to his office to view the cameras and went through his desk. Felicia Ferguson 4390 N 27th St stated she does community outreach. Individual also present: Pres. Hamilton stated this has been a very controversial spot and the challenges in the neighborhood would exist without the store. He added the premises should change the name. He recommends a warning letter. Individuals present in support: Antonio Brooks 2629 W Roosevelt Dr stated the applicant does as much as he can do. Lee Brown 4395 W Atkinson stated the applicant is a good guy. Dorothy Hyman 4395 W Atkinson stated she cleans up around the outside of the store and the applicant does the best he can. She added that the store is clean. Ericka Booker 4395 W Atkinson stated she is in support and has gone to the store for years. Gary Haugland 2457 W Congress stated he is in support. Joe Bova 4468 N 26th St stated the store is clean outside and there is no more loitering. Joe Silma 4283 N 27th St stated the area is always clean and he works there. Royce Carter 4650 N 46th St stated he has been the security guard for 5 years and he cooperates with the police department. Willie Thomas 2330 W Roosevelt Dr stated the applicant is doing the best he can. Ald. Johnson moved approval with a warning letter based on the police report. (Prevailed 4-0) A motion was made by ALD. JOHNSON that this Motion be AMENDED. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote: Aye 4- Kovac, Coggs, Lewis and Johnson No 0 Excused 1- Dodd 01 KAUR, Jatinder, Agent for "Tavleen Enterprises Inc.", Class A Malt, Food Dealer, Secondhand Dealer, and Weights & Measures License Applications for "Spring Food Market" at 3432 W Silver Spring DR. Ald. Coggs moved to hold to the call of the chair based on nonappearance. (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 Johnson No 0 Excused 1- Dodd 02 MUHAMMAD, Bilal, Agent for "76 Petro Mart LLC", Extended Hours Establishments, Food Dealer, Filling Station, and Weights & Measures License City of Milwaukee Page 17 LICENSES COMMITTEE Meeting Minutes June 25, 2019 Applications Requesting to be Open 24 Hrs for "Express Gas Pantry" at 7405 W VILLARD Av. Ald. Johnson moved approval of the Food Dealer, Filling Station, Weights & Measures applications, holding the Extended Hours to the call of the chair. (Prevailed 4-0) A motion was made by ALD. JOHNSON that this Motion be AMENDED. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote: Aye 4- Kovac, Coggs, Lewis and Johnson No 0 Excused 1- Dodd 11 PONIEWAZ, George J, Agent for "Ponys LLC", Class B Tavern and Public Entertainment Premises License Applications Requesting Jukebox, 1 Pool Table, and 6 Amusement Machines for "Ponys LLC" at 2626 S 68TH St. Individual also present: Ald. Borkowski stated he is in support. 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 Johnson No 0 Excused 1- Dodd Agenda Only 03 EITEL, Michael J, Agent for "NOMADIC VENTURES, INC", Alcohol and Food Permanent Extension of Premise Applications Adding Prep Kitchen and Storage for "NOMAD WORLD PUB" at 1401 E BRADY St. Ald. Coggs moved approval. (Prevailed 4-0) 03 MALONE, Joshua L, Agent for "J & S Malone, LLC", Class B Tavern, Sidewalk Dining, and Public Entertainment Premises License Renewal Applications Adding 1 Amusement Machine for "Malone's on Brady" at 1329 E BRADY St. Ald. Coggs moved approval. (Prevailed 4-0) 03 MC BRADY, Jason R, Agent for "Fly By Night LLC", Class B Tavern and Public Entertainment Premises License Renewal Applications Adding 6 Amusement Machines for "High Dive" at 701 E Center St. Ald. Coggs moved approval. (Prevailed 4-0) 03 VAILLANCOURT, Erica E, Agent for "Interstate Parking Company LLC", Parking Lot or Place License Renewal Application with Change of Agent for "Interstate Parking Company # 1152" at 2303 N FARWELL Av. Ald. Coggs moved approval. (Prevailed 4-0) 03 VAILLANCOURT, Erica E, Agent for "Interstate Parking Company LLC", Parking Lot or Place and Weights & Measures License Renewal Applications with Change of Agent and Stock for "Interstate Parking Company #1151" at 1301 N EDISON St. Ald. Coggs moved approval. (Prevailed 4-0) 04 HUGHES, James C, Agent for "MILWAUKEE BREWING COMPANY", Public Entertainment Premises and Food Dealer License Renewal Applications with Change of Agent and Shareholder for "MILWAUKEE ALE HOUSE" at 233 N WATER St. Ald. Coggs moved approval. (Prevailed 4-0) 04 JACOBS, Daniel P, Agent for "Dan Dan LLC", Class B Tavern and Food Dealer License Renewal Applications with Change of Hours From Open 11 AM Sat and Closed Sun-Mon To Open 5 PM Sat-Sun, 11 AM Mon, and Close 9 PM Sun and 10 PM Mon City of Milwaukee Page 18 LICENSES COMMITTEE Meeting Minutes June 25, 2019 for "Dan Dan" at 360 E ERIE St. Ald. Coggs moved approval. (Prevailed 4-0) 04 VAILLANCOURT, Erica E, Agent for "Interstate Parking Company LLC", Parking Lot or Place and Weights & Measures License Renewal Applications with Change of Agent and Stock for "Interstate Parking Company # 1158" at 700 N ART MUSEUM DR. Ald. Coggs moved approval. (Prevailed 4-0) 07 SAED, Saleh, Agent for "Mr Stereo LLC", Recycling, Salvaging, or Towing Premises License Renewal Application Adding Stockholder for "Mr. Stereo II" at 5735 W HAMPTON Av. Ald. Coggs moved approval. (Prevailed 4-0) 08 CANALES, Francisco LUIS, Agent for "Ticos Towing LLC", Recycling, Salvaging or Towing Vehicle License Application Requesting Collecting/Delivering Junk, Valuable Metal, and Salvaged Motor Vehicle Parts for "Ticos Towing LLC" at 2617 S 31ST St #REAR. Ald. Coggs moved approval. (Prevailed 4-0) 11 ALVAREZ HERNANDEZ, Jose D, Agent for "El Jimador Restaurant LLC", Class B Tavern, Public Entertainment Premises, and Food Dealer License Renewal Applications with Change of Agent and Stock for "El Jimador Restaurant" at 3447 W Forest Home Av. Ald. Coggs moved approval. (Prevailed 4-0) 11 WEST, Carole A, Agent for "ST GREGORY THE GREAT CONGREGATION", Class B Tavern License Renewal Application with Change of Agent for "ST GREGORY THE GREAT CONGREGATION" at 3160 S 63RD St. Ald. Coggs moved approval. (Prevailed 4-0) 15 KOPLOWITZ, Ira E, Agent for "Bittercube LLC", Alcohol Permanent Extension of Premise Application Adding Patio for "Bittercube Apothecary" at 4828 W Lisbon 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, Coggs, Lewis and Johnson No 0 Excused 1- Dodd Warning Letter MCNEAL, Diamonique D, Class D Operator's License Application. Ald. Johnson moved approval. (Prevailed 4-0) RACE, Samantha L, Class D Operator's License Application. Ald. Johnson moved approval. (Prevailed 4-0) RAUSCH, Caleb J, Class D Operator's License Application. Ald. Johnson moved approval. (Prevailed 4-0) WILLIAMSON, Valencia S, Class D Operator's License Application. Ald. Johnson moved approval. (Prevailed 4-0) WOHLRABE, III, John C, Class B Manager's License Application. Ald. Johnson moved approval. (Prevailed 4-0) 02 HOLMES, Thomas J, Agent for "Ahdream Entertainment, LLC", Class B Tavern, Food Dealer, and Public Entertainment Premises License Renewal Applications for "Eve Dining" at 6222 W Fond Du Lac Av. Ald. Johnson moved approval. (Prevailed 4-0) 04 KIRCHNER, Adam D, Agent for "DICK'S PIZZA, LLC", Class B Tavern, Food Dealer, and Public Entertainment Premises License Renewal Applications for "DICK'S" at 730 N MILWAUKEE St. City of Milwaukee Page 19 LICENSES COMMITTEE Meeting Minutes June 25, 2019 Ald. Johnson moved approval. (Prevailed 4-0) 04 SMITH, Steven W, Agent for "FLANNERY'S PUB, INC", Class B Tavern, Food Dealer, Sidewalk Dining, and Public Entertainment Premises License Renewal Applications Application for "FLANNERY'S BAR & RESTAURANT" at 425-29 E WELLS St. Ald. Johnson moved approval. (Prevailed 4-0) 14 UECKE, Eric J Class B Tavern, Sidewalk Dining, and Public Entertainment Premises License Renewal Applications for "CACTUS CLUB" at 2496 S WENTWORTH Av. Ald. Johnson moved approval. (Prevailed 4-0) A motion was made by ALD. JOHNSON that this Motion be AMENDED. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote: Aye 4- Kovac, Coggs, Lewis and Johnson No 0 Excused 1- Dodd A motion was made by ALD. LEWIS that this Motion be RECOMMENDED FOR APPROVAL. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote: Aye 4- Kovac, Coggs, Lewis and Johnson No 0 Excused 1- Dodd The meeting adjourned at 4:31 PM Molly Kuether-Steele Staff Assistant City of Milwaukee Page 20