LICENSES COMMITTEE
Regular MeetingMilwaukee, WI · January 28, 2020
Minutes
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. Scott P. Spiker
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, January 28, 2020 9:00 AM Room 301-B, City Hall
The meeting convened at 9:15 AM
Ald. Lewis joined the meeting at 9:21 AM
Present 5 - Kovac, Coggs, Lewis, Dodd, Spiker
1. 191305 Motion relating to the recommendations of the Licenses Committee
relative to licenses.
Sponsors: THE CHAIR
12 BURDUE, Louise A Class B Tavern, Food Dealer, and Public Entertainment
Premises License Renewal Applications for "OLLIE'S" at 100 W MAPLE St. (Expired
11/29/2019)
The applicant stated no neighbors ever came to talk to her and she wishes they would
have. She added she will attend the landlord tenant training offered by the Department
of Neighborhood Services.
Appearing with the applicant:
Melinda Burdue 100 W Maple St stated they got rid of the people who were living in the
apartment, but her sister was allowing people to stay there. She added that her sister
has been in rehab since the end of November. She added that no neighbors ever
came to talk to her about issues and there aren't a lot of violent crazy people at the
bar. She stated that all of the patrons are older people. She added that there were
inspectors on the day they got shut down and there are plans to address the
Department of Neighborhood Services orders. She stated that they don't go around
harassing neighbors and she doesn't understand why neighbors are afraid of them.
Evan Wendt 2457 S 13th St read a statement prepared by the applicant.
Ald. Coggs moved to enter in to the record as exhibit #1 the prepared statement from
the applicant. (Prevailed 5-0)
Individual also present:
Ald. Perez asked if there had been any further issues with neighbors. He stated there
should be a mitigation plan filed with MPD and he would like to know what the plan is
to address the issues at the premises. He added that there are currently orders from
the Department of Neighborhood Services to fix issues in the lower unit. He added that
neighbors have felt relief since the premises has been closed.
Ald. Kovac stated he is not confident that what the applicant is saying is the truth, but
there is no contradictory testimony. He added that the way that the applicant is saying
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things and framing the issues, the neighbors' fears are valid.
Ald. Dodd stated if businesses are not a good partner with the community it makes it
challenging to keep them open without accountability. She added that she doesn't felt
the applicant is accountable for the issues that have occurred.
Ald. Dodd moved nonrenewal based on aldermanic and applicant testimony and the
police report. (Prevailed 3-2, Alds. Spiker and Coggs voting no)
A motion was made by ALD. DODD that this Motion be AMENDED. This motion
PREVAILED by the following vote:
Aye 3- Kovac, Lewis and Dodd
No 2- Coggs and Spiker
12 FERNANDEZ OTERO, Yazmin, Agent for "Jazz's Club 69 LLC", Class B Tavern
and Public Entertainment Premises License Applications Requesting Jukebox and
Patrons Dancing for "Club 69" at 1663 S 11TH St.
Appearing with the applicant as interpreter:
Licenses Division staff
Individual also present:
Ald. Perez stated he has no objections.
Ald. Spiker moved approval. (Prevailed 5-0)
A motion was made by ALD. SPIKER that this Motion be AMENDED. This
motion PREVAILED by the following vote:
Aye 5- Kovac, Coggs, Lewis, Dodd and Spiker
No 0
12 VARELA-CABALLERO, Jair A, Agent for "BETO'S PIZZA LLC", Class B Tavern,
Public Entertainment Premises, Extended Hours Establishments, and Food Dealer
License Applications Requesting Jukebox and 3 Amusement Machines and To Close
at 4 AM Thurs-Sun for "Beto's Pizza LLC" at 1234 S CESAR E CHAVEZ DR.
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, Coggs, Lewis, Dodd and Spiker
No 0
14 HUCK, Lanette, Agent for "Huckski's LLC", Class B Tavern, Food Dealer, and
Public Entertainment Premises License Applications Requesting Bands, Disc Jockey,
Jukebox, Karaoke, Patrons Dancing, 6 Amusement Machines, and 1 Pool Table for
"Money Pit &Bar Grill" at 2691 S 7th St.
The applicant asked for the application to be held.
Individual also present:
April Santa Anna 14th District Legislative Assistant
Ald. Lewis moved to hold to the call of the chair. (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, Coggs, Lewis, Dodd and Spiker
No 0
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14 KAUFMANN, Kelsey E, Agent for "Cactus Patch LLC", Class B Tavern, Public
Entertainment Premises, Center for the Visual and Performing Arts, and Sidewalk
Dining License Applications Requesting Bands, Instrumental Musicians, Disc Jockey,
Comedy Acts, Patrons Dancing, 25 Motion Pictures, 200 Concerts, and 3 Theatrical
Performances for "Cactus Club" at 2496 S WENTWORTH Av.
The applicant stated there will be additional staff and different colored wristbands
depending on age.
Individual also present:
April Santa Anna 14th District Legislative Assistant stated Ald. Zielinski is in support.
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, Coggs, Lewis, Dodd and Spiker
No 0
14 PAWLAK, Adam M, Agent for "Egg & Flour II LLC", Class B Tavern, Food Dealer,
and Sidewalk Dining License Applications for "Egg & Flour" at 2273 S HOWELL Av.
Individual also present:
April Santa Anna 14th District Legislative Assistant stated Ald. Zielinski is in support.
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, Coggs, Lewis, Dodd and Spiker
No 0
14 SPIERING, Reid C, Agent for "RSVR LLC", Class B Tavern and Public
Entertainment Premises License Applications Requesting 3 Virtual Reality Devices for
"RSVR" at 2210 S KINNICKINNIC Av.
Appearing with the applicant:
Ryan Spiering 2609 N 62nd St Wauwatosa, WI
Individual also present:
April Santa Anna 14th District Legislative Assistant stated Ald. Zielinski has no
objections.
Ald. Spiker moved approval. (Prevailed 4-0)
A motion was made by ALD. SPIKER that this Motion be AMENDED. This
motion PREVAILED by the following vote:
Aye 4- Kovac, Coggs, Lewis and Spiker
No 0
Excused 1- Dodd
04 CHEN, Lichai Class B Tavern and Food Dealer License Applications for "Ninja
MKE" at 770-772 N MILWAUKEE St.
Appearing with the applicant:
Atty. Vincent Bobot
Individual also present:
Ald. Bauman stated he has no objections.
Ald. Lewis moved approval. (Prevailed 3-0)
A motion was made by ALD. LEWIS that this Motion be AMENDED. This motion
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PREVAILED by the following vote:
Aye 3- Kovac, Lewis and Spiker
No 0
Excused 2- Coggs and Dodd
04 PEDAN, Roman, Agent for "KASA LIVING, INC.", Hotel/Motel License Application
for "KASA LIVING" at 840 W JUNEAU Av.
Appearing on behalf of the applicant:
Atty. Brian Randall stated this is an apartment building where 12 units will be used as
a hotel.
Alex Howe 5601 Norwood, Fairway, KS
Individual also present:
Ald. Bauman stated this is the first concept of its kind in Milwaukee.
Ald. Lewis moved approval. (Prevailed 3-0)
A motion was made by ALD. LEWIS that this Motion be AMENDED. This motion
PREVAILED by the following vote:
Aye 3- Kovac, Lewis and Spiker
No 0
Excused 2- Coggs and Dodd
04 SHALHOUT, Ayser U, Agent for "Shalhout LLC", Food Dealer License Application
for "Vliet Grocery, Cell and Tobacco" at 1215 W Vliet St.
Appearing on behalf of the applicant:
Atty. Vincent Bobot asked that the application be held.
Individual also present:
Ald. Bauman
Ald. Spiker moved to hold to the call of the chair. (Prevailed 3-0)
A motion was made by ALD. SPIKER that this Motion be AMENDED. This
motion PREVAILED by the following vote:
Aye 3- Kovac, Lewis and Spiker
No 0
Excused 2- Coggs and Dodd
04 SINGH, Jatinder, Agent for "PICK N CHOOSE, INC", Food Dealer License
Renewal Application for "PICK N CHOOSE GROCERY" at 1904 W STATE St.
(Expires 2/25/2020)
The applicant stated the have a scanning system.
Individual also present:
Ald. Bauman stated his office received a complaint.
Ald. Coggs moved approval. (Prevailed 4-0)
A motion was made by ALD. COGGS that this Motion be AMENDEDFAILEDby
the following vote:
Aye 4- Kovac, Coggs, Lewis and Spiker
No 0
Excused 1- Dodd
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09 GARCIA, Jennifer, Agent for "7330 Development LLC", Class B Tavern, Food
Dealer, and Public Entertainment Premises License Renewal Applications for "Kiss
Ultra Lounge" at 7330 N 76TH St. (Expired 1/21/2020)
The applicant stated they have a strict dress code and that upsets the undesireables.
She added that they have security and incidents don't happen inside, but they happen
outside. She stated they have up to 25 security guards, but it depends on the event.
She added that they have a new parking lot attendant and they have 2-3 attendants all
the time. She stated that her staff has been more attentive and aware of issues, and
they're stopping people before they get in the premises.
Ald. Lewis stated there are back to back incidents at the premises and she wants to
know what changed to cause the incidents. She added that every Friday they have a
promoter and she would like them to stop because it is outside their plan of operation.
Ald. Lewis moved renewal with a warning letter based on the police report. (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, Coggs, Lewis, Dodd and Spiker
No 0
09 MAHMOOD, Hamid, Agent for "H Mahmood LLC", Extended Hours
Establishments, Food Dealer, Filling Station, and Weights & Measures License
Renewal Applications for "Mobil" at 9425 W Brown Deer Rd. (Expires 2/5/2020)
The applicant stated he went to contest the #2 item on the police report and there was
no record of the citation. He added that he now has a scanner for IDs and will enroll in
the MARTS program.
Ald. Lewis moved approval holding open #7 on the police report. (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, Coggs, Lewis, Dodd and Spiker
No 0
09 SINGH, Balvir, Agent for "M & R PETROLEUM, INC", Extended Hours
Establishments, Food Dealer, Filling Station, and Weights & Measures License
Renewal Applications for "CITGO" at 6330 W SILVER SPRING DR. (Expires
2/28/2020)
Ald. Lewis moved to hold to the call of the chair 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, Coggs, Lewis, Dodd and Spiker
No 0
09 WILSON, Rahman, Agent for "All Seasons Auto Sales LLC", Secondhand Motor
Vehicle Dealer's License Application for "All Seasons Auto Sales LLC" at 9055 N
76TH St.
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:
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Aye 5- Kovac, Coggs, Lewis, Dodd and Spiker
No 0
08 BHATTI, Rita M, Agent for "Punjab Food LLC", Class A Malt and Food Dealer
License Applications for "J&C El Centario Market" at 2082 S Muskego Av.
Individual also present:
Patty Doherty 8th District Legislative Assistant stated Ald. Donovan 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, Coggs, Lewis, Dodd and Spiker
No 0
08 HYLAND, Eric J, Agent for "EL REY PLAZA, INC", Class A Retailer's Intoxicating
Liquor License Application for "EL REY PLAZA SUPERMARKET" at 3524 W
BURNHAM St.
Individual also present:
Patty Doherty 8th District Legislative Assistant stated Ald. Donovan 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, Coggs, Lewis, Dodd and Spiker
No 0
08 MCCANN, Samona, Agent for "Milwaukee Nights Pub, LLC", Class B Tavern and
Public Entertainment Premises License Renewal Applications for "Milwaukee Nights
Pub" at 3830 W NATIONAL Av. (Expires 2/28/2020)
The applicant stated she allowed the rap battle but didn't expect the shooting to
happen. She stated that they don't do events anymore and she contact the tavern
police regularly.
Individual also present:
Patty Doherty 8th District Legislative Assistant stated Ald. Donovan has some serious
concerns, but the applicant has complied with all police department requests, and he
requests a warning letter.
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, Coggs, Lewis, Dodd and Spiker
No 0
11 BLAKE, IV, Clifford D, Agent for "Ruckus Art, LLC", Tattoo and Body Piercing
Renewal Application for "Ruckus Art" at 3224 S 92ND St. (Expired 6/30/2019)
The applicant stated the business has been operating for 10 years and all of the
issues in the police report are his personal issues.
Individual also present:
Sherry Prochaska 11th District Legislative Assistant stated Ald. Borkowski has no
objections.
Ald. Spiker moved approval with a warning letter based on the police report. (Prevailed
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5-0)
A motion was made by ALD. SPIKER that this Motion be AMENDED. This
motion PREVAILED by the following vote:
Aye 5- Kovac, Coggs, Lewis, Dodd and Spiker
No 0
06 BEA, Timothy M, Agent for "B Brothers LLC", Class B Tavern and Public
Entertainment Premises License Renewal Applications for "Blues Place" at 3941 N
TEUTONIA Av. (Expires 2/2/2020)
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 Spiker
No 0
Excused 1- Dodd
06 DRAN, Mandeep, Agent for "ATKINSON FOOD MART CORP", Class A Malt &
Class A Liquor and Food Dealer License Applications for "Atkinson Food Mart" at 1301
W ATKINSON Av.
Appearing on behalf of the applicant:
Atty. Connor Ledem stated the applicant is no longer drinking.
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 Spiker
No 0
Excused 1- Dodd
06 HOLMES, II, Thomas J, Agent for "Lux2 LLC", Class B Tavern and Public
Entertainment Premises License Renewal Applications for "Lux" at 2712 N MARTIN L
KING JR DR. (Expired 11/22/2019)
The applicant stated he was unaware of his traffic fines and his taxes are completely
paid.
Ald. Coggs approval holding issuance until fines are paid. (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, Coggs, Lewis, Dodd and Spiker
No 0
06 JOHNSON, Ladiama, Agent for "Diamond Vision Investments LLC", Class B
Tavern, Public Entertainment Premises, and Food Dealer License Applications
Requesting Instrumental Musicians, Bands, Disc Jockey, Karaoke, Poetry Readings,
and Comedy Acts for "Cream City Social Eatery" at 432 E Center St.
The applicant stated she will not allow her patrons to park in Mr. Hamden's lot and has
talked with other businesses about parking in their lots.
Individual present in opposition:
Ashraf Hamden 427 E Center St stated he owns several properties adjecent to the
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premises and he's concerned about parking.
Ald. Coggs moved approval of the Class B Tavern and Food Dealer license applicants,
holding the Public Entertainment Premises license application. (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, Dodd and Spiker
No 0
Excused 1- Lewis
06 RICE, Michael J, Agent for "BBNA, LLC", Secondhand Motor Vehicle Dealer's
License Application for "BBNA" at 830 W Atkinson Av.
The applicant stated he'll only have a maximum of 6 vehicles on the lot. There will be
no stickers/prices on the vehicles.
Ald. Coggs stated this lot may add to the turmoil already in the neighborhood and the
application is different from what she was originally told and the application seems to
be ever-changing,
Ald. Coggs moved to hold to the call of the chair. (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, Coggs, Lewis, Dodd and Spiker
No 0
06 DHILLON, Baljinder S, Agent for "Fateh Petroleum Inc", Extended Hours
Establishments, Filling Station, Food Dealer, and Weights & Measures License
Renewal Applications for "Fateh Petroleum" at 3476 N HOLTON St. (Expires 3/2/2020)
The applicant stated he has an ID scanner.
Appearing with the applicant:
Atty. Samantha Huddleston stated the employee who sold the tobacco has been
terminated.
Individual present in support:
Sandra Gallard 3467 N Richards St stated the store has been an asset to the
community.
There were 5 addtional people present in support.
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, Coggs, Lewis, Dodd and Spiker
No 0
06 DICKERSON, Patrice, Agent for "Lounge 340, LLC", Class B Tavern, Public
Entertainment Premises, and Food Dealer License Renewal Applications with Change
of Entertainment Adding Disc Jockey for "Lounge 340, LLC" at 340 W Reservoir Av.
(Expires 2/19/2020)
Appearing with the applicant:
Kamesha Lewis Taylor 10701 W Mill Rd stated they don't get a lot of complaints about
music and they have 4 security guards Thursday-Saturday. She added that the DJ
would be at the request of someone having an event or party.
Individuals present in opposition:
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Garrick Morgan 1947A N Vel R Phillips Ave stated his windows have shaken from the
music and he has contacted the premises 25 times about noise. He added that
patrons do drugs, drink, and play music in their cars outside the premises.
Will Stoyer 1846 N Vel R Phillips Ave stated the area needs investment and he is
against the addition of a DJ.
Michael Morgan 1846 N Vel R Phillips Ave stated there are issues with noise and
trash.
Individual present in support:
Tim Satran 4109 N Stowell Ave, Shorewood, WI stated he is the finacial advisor to the
applicants and they run good businesses. He added the premises is a good addition to
the neighborhood.
Shantell McKenzie 738 N 18th St stated she handles the marketing of the premises
and she added that a DJ has more control over noise than a jukebox.
Ald. Coggs moved approval with a warning letter based on neighborhood testimony and
the police report, holding the change in entertainment. (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 Spiker
No 0
Excused 1- Dodd
06 HALLIDAY, Susan M, Agent for "WALGREEN CO", Food Dealer License Renewal
Application with Change of Agent and Weights & Measures License Transfer
Application with Change of Agent for "WALGREENS #12783" at 2826 N MARTIN L
KING JR DR.
Ald. Lewis moved to hold to the call of the chair based on nonappearance. (Prevailed
3-0)
A motion was made by ALD. LEWIS that this Motion be AMENDED. This motion
PREVAILED by the following vote:
Aye 3- Kovac, Lewis and Spiker
No 0
Excused 2- Coggs and Dodd
06 RAGSDALE, Isaac T Class A Malt & Class A Liquor and Food Dealer License
Renewal Applications for "GREEN RING II" at 3305 N MARTIN L KING JR DR.
(Expires 3/3/2020)
The applicant stated he addressed some of the issues in the police report and he
admits he made some bad decisions. He added that he tried to get on the WINS
program. He stated that he now checks IDs thoroughly.
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, Coggs, Lewis, Dodd and Spiker
No 0
13 ALI, Nasir, Agent for "Baghdad Restaurant LLC", Extended Hours Establishments
and Food Dealer License Applications Requesting to Close at 4 AM Sun-Sat for
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"Baghdad Restaurant" at 5460 S 27TH St.
Ald. Spiker moved to hold to the call of the based on nonappearance. (Prevailed 4-0)
A motion was made by ALD. SPIKER that this Motion be AMENDED. This
motion PREVAILED by the following vote:
Aye 4- Coggs, Lewis, Dodd and Spiker
No 0
Excused 1- Kovac
13 HANSSEN, Corne M, Agent for "CORNE'S COACH'S, LLC", Class B Tavern,
Public Entertainment Premises, and Food Dealer License Renewal Applications for
"COACH'S PUB & GRILL" at 5356 S 13TH St. (Expires 3/1/2020)
The applicant stated the patron in the police report is a regular and he comes in every
day and he no longer serves him beer, just food.
Individual present in support:
Atty. Vincent Bobot 1919 W Henry Ave stated his office is down the street and he
frequents the premises for lunch and it's a nice neighborhood bar.
Ald. Spiker moved approval with a warning letter based on the police report. (Prevailed
5-0)
A motion was made by ALD. SPIKER that this Motion be AMENDED. This
motion PREVAILED by the following vote:
Aye 5- Kovac, Coggs, Lewis, Dodd and Spiker
No 0
13 SOPOCI, Martin S, Agent for "Leon's Auto Sales, Inc.", Secondhand Motor
Vehicle Dealer's License Application for "The Auto Warehouse" at 5801 S 27th St.
The applicant stated he has a landscaping company.
Ald. Spiker moved to amend the plan of operation to include a landscaping plan.
(Prevailed 5-0)
Ald. Spiker moved approval as amended. (Prevailed 5-0)
A motion was made by ALD. SPIKER that this Motion be AMENDED. This
motion PREVAILED by the following vote:
Aye 5- Kovac, Coggs, Lewis, Dodd and Spiker
No 0
05 CRENSHAW, Ryan L, Agent for "Road to Recovery Towing Service LLC",
Recycling, Salvaging or Towing Vehicle License Application Requesting
Collecting/Delivering Salvaged Motor Vehicle Parts, Junk and Valuable Metal for "Road
to Recovery Towing Service" at 8311 W KEEFE Av.
The applicant stated he graduated from college and wants to start his own towing
company. He added that he leases a place to park his truck.
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, Coggs, Lewis, Dodd and Spiker
No 0
05 KOOPMAN, Darren J, Agent for "DK AUTO SALES LLC", Secondhand Motor
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Vehicle Dealer's-Wholesale Only License Application for "DK AUTO SALES LLC" at
11414 W PARK Pl #202.
The applicant stated he was in a bad situation and made poor decisions.
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, Coggs, Lewis, Dodd and Spiker
No 0
05 AJMERI, Akil, Agent for "5417 N Lovers LLC", Class A Malt & Class A Liquor and
Food Dealer License Applications for "AYRA'S Grocery Spirits & Cigars" at 5417 N
LOVERS LANE Rd.
The applicant stated he has other locations in Racine.
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, Coggs, Lewis, Dodd and Spiker
No 0
05 ANDERSON, Joe M Secondhand Motor Vehicle Dealer's - Wholesale Only License
Application for "Anderson investments" at 6171 N 118th St.
The applicant stated he rents a building to store the cars. He added that he has 4 kids
who all have cars.
Individuals present in opposition:
Charles Miller 6139 N 118th St stated there is no parking or sidewalks.
Nancy Miller 6139 N 118th St stated there have been many cars parked outside of the
house without license plates.
John Tabaska 6209 N 118th St stated he has butted heads with the applicant about
parking in the area. He added that the applicant is parking cars in front of his property
and he was receiving contact from Department of Neighborhood Services.
Ald. Dodd moved to hold to the call of the chair for a neighborhood meeting. (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, Coggs, Lewis, Dodd and Spiker
No 0
05 ANDERSON, Kizzie A, Agent for "FIRE SIDE BBQ AND GRILL LLC", Class B
Tavern, Public Entertainment Premises, and Food Dealer License Applications
Requesting Jukebox, Bands, Karaoke, Comedy Acts, and 1 Pool Table for "Fireside"
at 7706 W BURLEIGH St.
The applicant stated the band and karaoke would start at 7 pm or 8 pm. She added
that most businesses in the area close around 5 pm, so parking will not be an issue.
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, Coggs, Lewis, Dodd and Spiker
No 0
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05 GHAFFAR, Imran, Agent for "R&A Group LLC", Food Dealer License Renewal
Application for "Tobacco Deal" at 10400 W Silver Spring DR #400. (Expires 2/6/2020)
The applicant stated he will enroll in the MARTS program and will participate in the
Pivot program. He added that he is retraining his staff every 2 weeks and doing secret
shoppers.
Appearing with the applicant:
Mohammad Gaffar 1215 W Manor Lane
Ald. Dodd moved approval with a warning letter based on the police report. (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, Coggs, Lewis, Dodd and Spiker
No 0
The meeting recessed at 12:50 PM
The meeting reconvened at 1:38 PM
191305 Motion relating to the recommendations of the Licenses Committee
relative to licenses.
Sponsors: THE CHAIR
CASE, Christopher J, Class D Operator's License Application.
Ald. Lewis moved denial based on second 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, Coggs, Lewis, Dodd and Spiker
No 0
JIMENEZ, Ninoshka M, Class D Operator's License Renewal Application. (Expired
12/31/2019)
Ald. Coggs moved denial based on second nonappearance. (Prevailed 5-0)
A motion was made by ALD. COGGS that this Motion be AMENDED. This
motion PREVAILED by the following vote:
Aye 5- Kovac, Coggs, Lewis, Dodd and Spiker
No 0
KING, Kiemonte L, Class D Operator's License Application.
Ald. Dodd moved to hold to the call of the chair based on nonappearance. (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, Coggs, Lewis, Dodd and Spiker
No 0
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MEDROW, II, Thomas E, Class D Operator's License Renewal Application. (Expired
12/31/2019)
Ald. Spiker moved to hold to the call of the chair based on nonappearance. (Prevailed
5-0)
A motion was made by ALD. SPIKER that this Motion be AMENDED. This
motion PREVAILED by the following vote:
Aye 5- Kovac, Coggs, Lewis, Dodd and Spiker
No 0
SHERIFF, Kadijah S, Class D Operator's License Renewal Application. (Expired
12/31/2019)
Ald. Lewis moved to hold to the call of the chair 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, Coggs, Lewis, Dodd and Spiker
No 0
SMITH, Charles, Class D Operator's License Renewal Application. (Expired
12/31/2019)
Ald. Coggs moved approval holding issuance until proof of satisfaction. (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, Coggs, Lewis, Dodd and Spiker
No 0
HAY, David M, Agent for "Village Heating & Cooling LLC", Home Improvement
Contractor's License Renewal Application for "Village Heating & Cooling". (Expires
2/28/2020)
The applicant stated he had cocaine in his system, but he has been in recovery for a
year.
Ald. Kovac moved approval holding open #6 on the police report. (Prevailed 5-0)
A motion was made by ALD. KOVAC that this Motion be AMENDED. This
motion PREVAILED by the following vote:
Aye 5- Kovac, Coggs, Lewis, Dodd and Spiker
No 0
JORDAN, Curtis P, Agent for "JORDANS CONSTRUCTION SERVICES LLC", Home
Improvement Contractor's License Renewal Application for "JORDANS
CONSTRUCTION SERVICES". (Expires 2/28/2020)
The applicant stated he's on a payment plan for the building code violation.
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, Coggs, Lewis, Dodd and Spiker
No 0
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VEASEY, Timothy L, Agent for "Exquisite Homes RenovationsLLC", Home
Improvement Contractor's License Application for "Exquisite Homes".
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, Coggs, Lewis, Dodd and Spiker
No 0
01 GREWAL, Pritpal S, Agent for "Good Hope Metro, LLC", Extended Hours
Establishments, Filling Station, Food Dealer, and Weights & Measures License
Applications Requesting to be Open 24 Hrs for "Gas On Teutonia" at 7222 N Teutonia
Av.
The applicant stated he enrolled in the MARTS program.
Individual also present:
Andrea Pratt 1st District Legislative Assistant stated Pres. Hamilton does not support
the 24 hours.
Ald. Lewis moved to hold to the call of the chair for a community meeting. (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, Coggs, Lewis, Dodd and Spiker
No 0
15 GHAFFAR, Imran, Agent for "R&A Group LLC", Food Dealer License Renewal
Application for "786 Pantry" at 4534 W NORTH Av. (Expires 2/5/2020)
Appearing with the applicant:
Mohammad Ghaffar 1215 W Manor Lane
Individual also present:
Dameon Ellzey 15th District Legislative Assistant stated Ald. Stamper has no
objections.
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, Coggs, Lewis, Dodd and Spiker
No 0
Agenda Only
01 DELANEY, Arthor G, Agent for "D+D Vehicle LLC", Secondhand Motor Vehicle
Dealer's License Transfer Applications with Reorganization of Legal Entity for "D+ D
Vehicle LLC" at 1962A W HAMPTON Av.
Ald. Dodd moved approval. (Prevailed 5-0)
03 FUGH, Todd A, Agent for "Riverwest Pizza LLC", Class B Tavern and Food
Dealer License Renewal Applications with Transfer of Stock for "Riverwest Pizza " at
932 E WRIGHT St.
Ald. Dodd moved approval. (Prevailed 5-0)
04 O'MALLEY, JR, Peter T, Agent for "NOBLE BEVERAGE MANAGEMENT, LLC",
Class B Tavern, Food Dealer, and Public Entertainment Premises License Transfer
Applications with Change of Agent for "HYATT REGENCY MILWAUKEE" at 333 W
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KILBOURN Av.
Ald. Dodd moved approval. (Prevailed 5-0)
05 GIANNOPOULOS, Dennis, Agent for "DGMK, INC", Class B Tavern, Food Dealer,
and Public Entertainment Premises License Renewal Applications with Change of
Trade Name for "Olive Tree Cafe" at 5547 N LOVERS LANE Rd.
Ald. Dodd moved approval. (Prevailed 5-0)
06 SHARKEY, Larissa L Class B Tavern, Food Dealer, Weights & Measures, and
Public Entertainment Premises License Renewal Applications Adding Karaoke for
"ED'S LOUNGE" at 2678 N 5TH St.
Ald. Dodd moved approval. (Prevailed 5-0)
08 MERCADO, Arturo, Agent for "VM Towing LLC", Recycling, Salvaging or Towing
Premise-Additional Yard Application for "VM Towing LLC" at 1579 S 38TH St.
Ald. Dodd moved approval. (Prevailed 5-0)
08 MERCADO, Arturo, Agent for "VM Towing LLC", Recycling, Salvaging, or Towing
Premises Application for "VM Towing LLC" at 2021 W FOREST HOME Av.
Ald. Dodd moved approval. (Prevailed 5-0)
10 BLIESNER, Jonathan E, Agent for "J B Tavern, LLC", Class B Tavern, Food
Dealer, and Public Entertainment Premises License Renewal Applications with Change
of Floor Plan for "J&B's Blue Ribbon Bar & Grill" at 5230 W BLUE MOUND Rd.
Ald. Dodd moved approval. (Prevailed 5-0)
12 MARTINEZ VILLEGAS, Francisco, Agent for "La Sirenita Bar, LLC", Class B
Tavern and Public Entertainment Premises License Renewal Applications Adding
Patrons Dancing, Instrumental Musicians, and Small Bands for "La Sirenita Bar" at
1500 W MITCHELL St.
Ald. Dodd moved approval. (Prevailed 5-0)
12 TAYLOR, Joshua D, Agent for "JD Commercial LLC", Class B Tavern, Food
Dealer, and Public Entertainment Premises License Renewal Applications with
Transfer of Stock for "Fixture Pizza Pub" at 623 S 2nd St.
Ald. Dodd moved approval. (Prevailed 5-0)
13 NAIR, Prashant, Agent for "EML OIL, LLC", Extended Hours Establishments,
Food Dealer, Filling Station, and Weights & Measures License Renewal Applications
Adding Shareholder for "College Shell" at 6311 S 13TH St.
Ald. Dodd moved approval. (Prevailed 5-0)
13 NILAND, Mary M, Agent for "Gingerz Sportz Pub LLC", Class B Tavern, Food
Dealer, and Public Entertainment Premises License Renewal Applications Changing
Capacity From 180 To 179 for "Gingerz Sportz Pub and Grill" at 3915 S Howell Av.
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, Coggs, Lewis, Dodd and Spiker
No 0
Warning Letter
01 NAGRA, Gurinder S, Agent for "Teutonia Greentree, Inc.", Extended Hours
Establishments, Filling Station, Food Dealer, and Weights & Measures License
Renewal Applications for "Teutonia Greentree Petro Mart" at 6811 N TEUTONIA Av.
Ald. Spiker moved approval. (Prevailed 5-0)
A motion was made by ALD. SPIKER that this Motion be AMENDED. This
motion PREVAILED by the following vote:
Aye 5- Kovac, Coggs, Lewis, Dodd and Spiker
No 0
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A motion was made by ALD. COGGS that this Motion be RECOMMENDED FOR
APPROVAL. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote:
Aye 5- Kovac, Coggs, Lewis, Dodd and Spiker
No 0
2. 191423 A substitute ordinance relating to dwelling facility rental policies.
Sponsors: Ald. Lewis, Ald. Bauman and Ald. Coggs
Proposed Substitute A
A motion was made by ALD. LEWIS that this Ordinance be SUBSTITUTED. This
motion PREVAILED by the following vote:
Aye 5- Kovac, Coggs, Lewis, Dodd and Spiker
No 0
191423 A substitute ordinance relating to dwelling facility rental policies.
Sponsors: Ald. Lewis, Ald. Bauman and Ald. Coggs
A motion was made by ALD. LEWIS that this Ordinance be RECOMMENDED
FOR PASSAGE. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote:
Aye 5- Kovac, Coggs, Lewis, Dodd and Spiker
No 0
3. 191509 Communication from the License Division relating to a list of all Class “B”
special licenses issued by the City Clerk in 2019.
Sponsors: THE CHAIR
Jessica Celella - License Division Manager
A motion was made by ALD. SPIKER that this Communication be
RECOMMENDED FOR PLACING ON FILE. This motion PREVAILED by the
following vote:
Aye 5- Kovac, Coggs, Lewis, Dodd and Spiker
No 0
The meeting adjourned at 2:02 PM
Molly Kuether-Steele
Staff Assistant
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Agenda
City Hall
City of Milwaukee 200 East Wells Street
Milwaukee, WI 53202
Meeting Agenda
LICENSES COMMITTEE
ALD. NIK KOVAC, CHAIR
ALD. MILELE A. COGGS, VICE-CHAIR
Ald. Chantia Lewis, Ald. Nikiya Dodd, and Ald. Scott P. Spiker
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, January 28, 2020 9:00 AM Room 301-B, City Hall
1. 191305 Motion relating to the recommendations of the Licenses Committee
relative to licenses.
Sponsors: THE CHAIR
Detailed information relating to the contents of this file may be found by searching under
this number at http://milwaukee.legistar.com/legislation.
Alternatively, the complete file including detailed information identifying the specific
subject matters to be discussed at the meeting may be inspected at the office of the
License Division, Room 105, City Hall, 200 E. Wells St., Milwaukee, 53202, Monday
through Friday, between the hours of 8:15 a.m. and 4:30 p.m.
1:30 PM
2. 191423 A substitute ordinance relating to dwelling facility rental policies.
Sponsors: Ald. Lewis and Ald. Bauman
3. 191509 Communication from the License Division relating to a list of all Class “B”
special licenses issued by the City Clerk in 2019.
Sponsors: THE CHAIR
This meeting will be webcast live at www.milwaukee.gov/channel25.
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In the event that a simultaneous meeting is occurring, no action other than information gathering will
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they will be heard as soon as practicable thereafter.
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