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. 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, March 10, 2020 9:00 AM Room 301-B, City Hall The meeting convened at 9:23 AM Ald. Dodd joined the meeting at 9:27 AM Present 4 - Kovac, Coggs, Lewis, Dodd Excused 1 - Spiker 1. 191591 Motion relating to the recommendations of the Licenses Committee relative to licenses. Sponsors: THE CHAIR 02 MCCAFFETY, Lonnie W, Agent for "Family Dollar Stores of Wisconsin LLC", Food Dealer and Weights & Measures License Renewal Applications with Change of Agent for "Family Dollar #29418" at 9014 W Appleton Av. (Expires 4/17/2020) Appearing on behalf of the applicant: Atty. Josh Gimbel Kelly Odea 1381 California, Hobart, IN Individual also present: Ald. Johnson stated he recommends a warning letter because of the trash. Ald. Coggs moved approval with a warning letter. (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 Spiker 03 BANSAL, Bharat, Agent for "Sunrise Food & Liquor, LLC", Class A Malt & Class A Liquor and Food Dealer License Applications for "Sunrise Food" at 2879 N Weil St. The applicant stated everything will remain the same. Ald. Lewis moved approval. (Prevailed 4-0) A motion was made by ALD. LEWIS that this Motion be AMENDED. This motion City of Milwaukee Page 1 LICENSES COMMITTEE Meeting Minutes March 10, 2020 PREVAILED by the following vote: Aye 4- Kovac, Coggs, Lewis and Dodd No 0 Excused 1- Spiker 03 CATALDO, Jeno J, Agent for "JC CAPITAL SAINT BIBIANA LLC", Class B Tavern, Public Entertainment Premises, Food Dealer, and Sidewalk Dining License Applications Requesting Instrumental Musicians, Disc Jockey, Jukebox, Bands, Magic Shows, Karaoke, Poetry Readings, Patron Contests, Comedy Acts, Patrons Dancing, and 5 Amusement Machines for "St. Bibiana/St. Bibi" at 1327 E BRADY St. The applicant stated they're trying to open for breakfast. 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, Coggs, Lewis and Dodd No 0 Excused 1- Spiker 03 MARSHALL, Peter R, Agent for "BUSSEN MARSHALL LLC", Class B Tavern, Public Entertainment Premises, Food Dealer, and Sidewalk Dining License Applications Requesting Instrumental Musicians, Disc Jockey, Bands, Karaoke, Patron Contests, Comedy Acts, Patrons Dancing, 4 Amusement Machines, and 1 Pool Table for "Pete's Pub" at 1234 E BRADY St. The applicant stated food will be vital to the pub. 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 Dodd No 0 Excused 1- Spiker 03 STEWART, Jordon A, Agent for "Street Chefs Brady, LLC", Class B Tavern License Application for "The Truck Stop" at 707 E BRADY St. The applicant stated this will be a fast casual restaurant. 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- Spiker 12 MARTINEZ, JR, Felipe, Agent for "Walkers Lounge & Events LLC", Class B Tavern, Food Dealer, and Public Entertainment Premises License Transfer Applications with Change of Floor Plan Adding Dance Floor and Change of Entertainment Adding Patrons Dancing for "Walkers Lounge & Events" at 626 S 5TH City of Milwaukee Page 2 LICENSES COMMITTEE Meeting Minutes March 10, 2020 St. 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 Dodd No 0 Excused 1- Spiker 08 BAHENA, Victor, Agent for "Autocami, LLC", Secondhand Motor Vehicle Dealer's License Application for "Mr. Victor Bodyshop" at 1643 S 38TH St #C. The applicant was not present. Ald. Coggs moved to hold to the call of the chair based on nonappearance. (Prevailed 4-0) Ald. Coggs moved reconsideration. (Prevailed 4-0) Appearing with the applicant as interpreter: Nelson Claros 1670 S 11th St stated they've been a body shop since 2015, and now they want to sell 2 vehicles at a time. 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 Dodd No 0 Excused 1- Spiker 08 DHAWAN, Mandeep, Agent for "Lincoln Market Inc", Class A Malt & Class A Liquor and Food Dealer License Applications for "Lincoln Market Inc" at 3530-34 W Lincoln Av. The applicant stated 20% will be fresh fruit, 25% will be packaged meats, and the liquor will be behind the counter. Appearing with the applicant: Atty. Michael Maistelman stated the applicant has already gone through the BOZA process. Individual also present: Patricia Doherty - 8th District Legislative Assistant stated the applicant is investing a lot of money in the grocery store. She added that Mr. Arora would have to be a full service grocery store to get the change of circumstance. She added Ald. Donovan is in support. Individuals present in opposition: Gurmeet Arora 3230 W Lincoln Ave stated he owns a liquor store 2 blocks away and he applied to expand his license last year and was denied for concentration. He added that there is a lack of parking. He provided a picture of the notice posting. Ald. Lewis moved to enter the picture in the record as exhibit #1. (Prevailed 4-0) Inderstad Hassan 2717 W Lincoln Ave stated he has had his liquor store for 30 years and there is so much traffic on Lincoln Ave. Gurdiv Hassan 2717 W Lincoln Ave stated the applicant doesn't need a liquor license, but he is not against the fresh food. City of Milwaukee Page 3 LICENSES COMMITTEE Meeting Minutes March 10, 2020 Individuals present in support: Michael Wood 3624 W Lapham Blvd stated he is in support and the premises is convenient. Aaron Bradley 3716 W Lincoln Ave stated he is in support. Orlando Perez 2165 S 36th St stated the premises is convenient and he agrees with the previous speakers. Mark Patterson 3231 W Becher St stated it is close to his house and he agrees with the previous speakers. Stevenson Wallace 1633 S 35th St stated the premises is convenient to his home. State Rep JoCasta Zamarripa stated she is in support and the fresh foods would be good for the community. Marshall Walker 2831 W Lincoln Ave stated other stores are expensive and he likes to get everything in one place. Isaiah Branch 2148 S 37th St stated he agrees with the previous speakers. Frank Nieto 2016 S 32nd St stated he agrees with the previous speakers. Jeremiah Olveto 3534 S 23rd stated he is in support. Emily Wood 3624 W Lapham Blvd stated she is in support and goes there all the time. 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, Coggs, Lewis and Dodd No 0 Excused 1- Spiker 08 GOMEZ VEGA, Monica, Agent for "Chispita's Store LLC", Class A Malt & Class A Liquor, Food Dealer, and Weights & Measures License Applications for "Jalisco's Supermarket" at 2000 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 Dodd No 0 Excused 1- Spiker 08 SINGH, Manpreet, Agent for "National Grocery, LLC", Class A Malt & Class A Liquor and Food Dealer License Renewal Applications for "National Grocery" at 3501 W National Av. (Expires 4/8/2020) Appearing on behalf of the applicant: Atty. Vincent Bobot Individual also present: Patricia Doherty - 8th District Legislative Assistant stated there was one complaint that was filed late. There were 6 neighbors present in support. 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: City of Milwaukee Page 4 LICENSES COMMITTEE Meeting Minutes March 10, 2020 Aye 4- Kovac, Coggs, Lewis and Dodd No 0 Excused 1- Spiker 05 ANDERSON, Joe M Secondhand Motor Vehicle Dealer's - Wholesale Only License Application for "Anderson investments" at 3416 N 95th St. The applicant stated his cousin is currently residing at the premises. Ald. Dodd stated she doesn't trust the information from the applicant. Ald. Dodd moved denial based on neighborhood concerns and applicant testimony. (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, Coggs, Lewis and Dodd No 0 Excused 1- Spiker 14 GUTIERREZ, Carlos N, Agent for "Gutierrez Auto Repair and Towing LLC", Recycling, Salvaging or Towing Vehicle License Renewal Application Adding 2 New Vehicles and Removing 5 for "GTZ Towing" at 2948 S 9TH St. (Expired 9/18/2019) Individual present: April Santa Anna - 14th District Legislative Assistant Peter Knox - Tow Lot Manager Ald. Coggs moved to hold for 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 Dodd No 0 Excused 1- Spiker 14 LECHUGA, Jose G, Agent for "CLUB 2020 LLC", Class B Tavern and Public Entertainment Premises License Applications Requesting Disc Jockey, Jukebox, Karaoke, and 5 Amusement Machines for "Club 2020" at 3173 S 13TH St. The applicant stated he fired the bartender who was causing problems, but now he is going to run the premises himself with his wife. He added that he installed cameras outside the bar. Appearing with the applicant: Marcela Lechuga 6005 S 20th St stated she is going to be the manger. Individual also present: April Santa Anna - 14th District Legislative Assistant stated Ald. Zielinski is in support. Individuals present in opposition: Salazar Lopez 3203 S 12th St stated he has had a lot of problems with the applicant and this club has been shut down many times under different names. He added that there is trash, broken bottles, people parking all over, loud music, and raucous activity. He stated that it has been peaceful since it has been no operating. He added that he has seen 15 fights and 2 shootings. Jose Garcia 3202 S 13th St stated when the bar first opened they had live music every weekend and it was overcrowded. He added that he doesn't have anything against the City of Milwaukee Page 5 LICENSES COMMITTEE Meeting Minutes March 10, 2020 applicant, but he doesn't like the broken bottles and live music. He stated he lives in front of the bar and he sees people coming out of the premises fighting. Ald. Lewis moved to hold to the call of the chair for a neighborhood 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 Dodd No 0 Excused 1- Spiker 07 FLANAGAN, Patrick R, Agent for "Four Seasons Enterprises LLC", Secondhand Motor Vehicle Dealer's License Renewal Application for "Four Seasons" at 3019 N 30th St. (Expires 3/31/2020) Appearing on behalf of the applicant: Atty. Douglas Reibholtz Individual also present: Sherman Morton - 7th District Legislative Assistant stated Ald. Rainey has no objections. 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- Coggs, Lewis and Dodd No 0 Excused 2- Kovac and Spiker 07 KHAN, Waseem W, Agent for "AAAA INC.", Food Dealer License Application for "Tobacco Deal" at 5815 W CAPITOL DR. Appearing on behalf of the applicant: Atty. James Toran Imran Ghaffar 5815 W Capitol Dr Individual also present: Sherman Morton - 7th District Legislative Assistant stated Ald. Rainey has no objections. Ald. Kovac moved approval. (Prevailed 4-0) 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 Dodd No 0 Excused 1- Spiker 07 SAED, Saleh, Agent for "S and O Exports, LLC", Secondhand Motor Vehicle Dealer's License Application for "Hampton Automotive and Service" at 5735 W Hampton Av #B. The applicant stated he has 20 parking spots. Individual also present: Sherman Morton - 7th District Legislative Assistant stated Ald. Rainey wants to make sure the lawn is maintained and the lot is clean. City of Milwaukee Page 6 LICENSES COMMITTEE Meeting Minutes March 10, 2020 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, Coggs, Lewis and Dodd No 0 Excused 1- Spiker 07 SPIGEL, Jonathan, Agent for "Alter Trading Corporation", Recycling, Salvaging, or Towing Premises and Weights & Measures License Applications Requesting Removing and/or Recycling Junk/Valuable Metal for "Alter Metal Recycling" at 3232 W FOND DU LAC Av. The applicant stated the business operations will remain the same. Individual also present: Sherman Morton - 7th District Legislative Assistant stated Ald. Rainey wants to meet with the applicant. 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: Aye 4- Kovac, Coggs, Lewis and Dodd No 0 Excused 1- Spiker 07 SPIGEL, Jonathan, Agent for "Alter Trading Corporation", Recycling, Salvaging, or Towing Premises and Weights & Measures License Applications Requesting Removing and/or Recycling Junk/Valuable Metal for "Alter Metal Recycling" at 3100 W Concordia Av. The applicant was present. Individual also present: Sherman Morton - 7th District Legislative Assistant stated Ald. Rainey wants to meet with the applicant. 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: Aye 4- Kovac, Coggs, Lewis and Dodd No 0 Excused 1- Spiker 11 KAUR, Kuldeep, Agent for "Khalsa Corp", Class A Malt & Class A Liquor and Food Dealer License Applications for "Friendly Liquor" at 5126 W HOWARD Av. Appearing with the applicant: Randeet Singh 2859 S 6th St #8 Individual also present: Ald. Borkowski stated he met with the applicant and 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 PREVAILED by the following vote: City of Milwaukee Page 7 LICENSES COMMITTEE Meeting Minutes March 10, 2020 Aye 3- Kovac, Lewis and Dodd No 0 Excused 2- Coggs and Spiker 09 SINGH, Satwinder, Agent for "Milwaukee Banquet LLC", Class B Tavern License Application for "Buffet City AKA Indian Pub and Dinning" at 8617 W Brown Deer Rd. Ald. Lewis moved to hold to the call of the chair based on nonappearance. (Prevailed 3-0) Ald. Lewis moved reconsideration. (Prevailed 4-0) Appearing with the applicant: Atty. Ajit Walia 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- Spiker 15 SINGH, Paramjeet, Agent for "30TH ST LIQUOR & FOOD, INC", Class A Malt & Class A Liquor and Food Dealer License Applications for "30th St Liquor & Food" at 2001 N 30TH St. 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, Lewis and Dodd No 0 Excused 2- Coggs and Spiker The meeting recessed at 11:08 AM The meeting reconvened at 11:21 AM 191591 Motion relating to the recommendations of the Licenses Committee relative to licenses. Sponsors: THE CHAIR 06 AHMAD, Saleh S, Agent for "NYPD 231 LLC", Extended Hours Establishments and Food Dealer License Applications Requesting To Close at 2 AM Fri-Sun for "NYPD New York Pizza Delivery" at 231 E NORTH Av. Omar Ahmad Ald. Coggs moved to hold to the call of the chair to meet with the applicant. (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 8 LICENSES COMMITTEE Meeting Minutes March 10, 2020 Aye 4- Kovac, Coggs, Lewis and Dodd No 0 Excused 1- Spiker 06 NAGRA, Gurinder S, Agent for "Cypress Lane LLC", Class A Malt & Class A Liquor and Food Dealer License Renewal Applications for "Center Street Food and Liquor" at 2667 N 5th St. (Expires 3/26/2020) Ald. Coggs moved approval with a warning letter based on 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 Dodd No 0 Excused 1- Spiker 06 SINGH, Jaspal, Agent for "BALVINDER JASPAL, INC.", Class A Malt and Food Dealer License Applications for "Freedom Grocery" at 2909 N HOLTON St. The applicant stated they've cleaned up and put new lights outside. Appearing with the applicant: Balvinder Singh 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 Dodd No 0 Excused 1- Spiker 06 TATUM, Baboonie, Agent for "Rise & Grind Cafe, LLC", Class B Tavern-Service Bar Only and Sidewalk Dining License Applications for "Rise & Grind Cafe & Market" at 2737 N Martin L King Jr DR. Individual present in support: Vaun Mayes 3214 N 41st St stated he is in support. 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 Dodd No 0 Excused 1- Spiker 06 KHASRIA, Harjinder, Agent for "FAITH GROCERIES, INC", Class A Malt, Food Dealer, and Weights & Measures License Renewal Applications for "FAITH GROCERIES" at 3451 N 23RD St. (Expires 4/11/2020) Appearing with the applicant: Atty. Vincent Bobot stated #5 on the police report was investigated by MPD and the DA. He added that #5 & 6 on the police report were threatened and no longer work at City of Milwaukee Page 9 LICENSES COMMITTEE Meeting Minutes March 10, 2020 the premises. He stated that 4 employees attended the MPD robbery prevention class. Individuals present in opposition: King Rick 3570 N Teutonia Ave stated this store has been closed by the Health Department and a 13 year old was assaulted. Randy X 3043 N 20th St stated he agrees with the previous speaker. Fred Rodgers 2605 N 5th St stated the applicant bribes people to support him. Individuals present in support: Vaun Mayes 3214 N 41st St stated he has worked with the family of the injured child and applicant to support them after the incident. Carl Kazee 3415 N 23rd St stated he can walk to the store and it's a good store. Steven Thompson 3336 N 23rd St stated he has no problems with the store and the applicant helps the community. Jim Payne 2218 W Auer Ave stated he is in support. Corey Kirkwood 2602 W Auer Ave stated he knows the child in the incident and he feels the applicant wants to help the community. Michael Core 3630 N 22nd St stated he has never had any problems at the store. Rice Payne 3212 N 23rd St stated the applicant is willing to help the neighborhood. Arlene Lafferty 2151 W Hopkins St stated she is in support. Ald. Coggs stated there was no first hand testimony from the victim or anyone who witnessed the incident present. She added that the police report confirms the video Ald. Coggs moved approval with warning letter based on 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 Dodd No 0 Excused 1- Spiker The meeting recessed at 12:07 PM The meeting reconvened at 1:20 PM Ald. Lewis rejoined the meeting at 1:48 PM 191591 Motion relating to the recommendations of the Licenses Committee relative to licenses. Sponsors: THE CHAIR ALCANTAR, Marta, Class D Operator's License Renewal Application. (Expired 12/31/2019) The applicant stated she had a provisional license and there was no record of her ticket. Ald. Coggs moved approval holding issuance until proof of satisfaction. (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 City of Milwaukee Page 10 LICENSES COMMITTEE Meeting Minutes March 10, 2020 Excused 2- Lewis and Spiker CARPENTER, Sophia M, Class D Operator's License Application. The applicant stated she had a rough past and she's gone to treatment. Ald. Kovac moved approval. (Prevailed 2-1, Ald. Coggs voting no) A motion was made by ALD. KOVAC that this Motion be AMENDED. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote: Aye 2- Kovac and Dodd No 1- Coggs Excused 2- Lewis and Spiker HUBARTT, Amie B, Class D Operator's License Renewal Application. (Expired 12/31/2019) The applicant stated she plans to work at El Pacifico. 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- Lewis and Spiker KINDEL, Stephanie J, Class D Operator's License Renewal Application. (Expired 12/31/2019) The applicant was present. 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- Lewis and Spiker MARINO, Joseph D, Class D Operator's License Application. The applicant stated the 2015 incident was for THC and the 2018 incident was the morning of St. Patrick's Day. He added that he used to have issues with drugs, but now he's in school for nursing. He stated that he has a breathalyzer in his car and he's not allowed to drink at his place of employment. Ald. Dodd moved approval. (Prevailed 2-1, Ald. Coggs voting no) A motion was made by ALD. DODD that this Motion be AMENDED. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote: Aye 2- Kovac and Dodd No 1- Coggs Excused 2- Lewis and Spiker PAYNE, Marie A, Class D Operator's License Renewal Application. (Expired City of Milwaukee Page 11 LICENSES COMMITTEE Meeting Minutes March 10, 2020 12/31/2019) The applicant was present. 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- Lewis and Spiker WILLIAMS, Joseph Michael A, Class D Operator's License Application. Ald. Dodd moved denial based on second 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- Lewis and Spiker YAFCHAK, Christopher N, Class D Operator's License Application. The applicant stated he got in to a fight with a man who was harassing his fiance. 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- Lewis and Spiker MARTIN, Dakon M, Agent for "Experts Home Improvement, LLC", Home Improvement Contractor's License Application for "The Experts". The applicant stated he runs a small home improvement business. 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- Lewis and Spiker 04 FALKENSTEIN, Michael, Agent for "Hotel Metro Operator, LLC", Class B Tavern, Public Entertainment Premises, Food Dealer, and Sidewalk Dining License Applications Requesting Instrumental Musicians and Disc Jockey for "Hotel Metro" at 411 E Mason St. Individual also present: Jodi Lemmer - 4th District Legislative Assistant stated Ald. Bauman has no objections. Ald. Coggs moved approval. (Prevailed 3-0) City of Milwaukee Page 12 LICENSES COMMITTEE Meeting Minutes March 10, 2020 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- Lewis and Spiker 04 MILLER, Andrew H, Agent for "FLOUR POWER LLC", Class B Tavern and Food Dealer License Applications for "Flourchild" at 722 N MILWAUKEE St. Individual also present: Jodi Lemmer - 4th District Legislative Assistant stated Ald. Bauman has no objections. 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- Lewis and Spiker 04 SMITH-JAMES, Patsy, Agent for "Higbee's MKE LLC", Class B Tavern, Food Dealer, and Public Entertainment Premises License Renewal Applications for "District IV" at 628 N Water St. (Expires 4/12/2020) The applicant stated she had no knowledge of an incident inside and they cleared the sidewalk, then they heard there was an incident on the corner. She added that the fight with the women was broken up right away and the police were there. She stated that for #13 the policy is never to put people out together who have been fighting inside the bar. She added that the least aggressive person is put out first and then they take the other person to the back door. She stated that there is someone watching cameras 80% of the night, and security guards all over within 30 ft of each other, including both ends of the bar, at the DJ booth, and at the door. She added that she is at coat check and monitoring the premises. Appearing with the applicant: Atty. Jason Luczak provided the criminal complaint and stated that there was no verbal altercation inside the premises. He added that #14 was two women waiting outside in line who got in to a fight. He added that the format of the operations had completely changed. He stated that the applicant changed security and hired Mr. Johns. He added that the applicant takes these issues seriously and she is a responsible business owner who is at the premises every day when it is open. He stated that she has another successful premise and he recommends a warning letter because there have been promises that have been made and kept. Ald. Coggs moved to enter in to the record as exhibit #1 the criminal complaint. (Prevailed 4-0) Charles Barbee Jr 3003 N 79th St stated that #13 on the police report was wrong and they were not pushed out of the bar by security, and that the fight did not occur inside the bar. He added that they would never put people outside together who have been fighting inside the bar. He stated that he was standing there when the fight occurred and he broke it up. He added that they watch people while they're outside waiting for the Ubers or to see what they're going to do. Individual also present: Jodi Lemmer - 4th District Legislative Assistant stated the police report shows over a dozen incidents in the past few years, including illicit drugs, weapons varying from City of Milwaukee Page 13 LICENSES COMMITTEE Meeting Minutes March 10, 2020 guns to alcohol bottles, and numerous other violent altercations, including a felony murder. She added that there is a lack of regard for safety or concern for the patrons. She added Ald. Bauman recommends a 30 day suspension as progressive discipline. Individual present in support: Les Johns 230 E Oklahoma Ave stated he works with security and stops in a couple times a month to see how security is going and make sure they're wanding and patting down people. He added that he provides a report to the applicant. He stated that he was hired after August and the applicant has applied all his recommendations. Ald. Kovac stated there was a felony murder, a fight of people waiting to get inside the bar, and a fight with people inside the bar. Ald. Lewis stated she is frustrated that no one admitted that they messed up with security putting people outside at the same time who had been fighting. Ald. Dodd stated the applicant made adjustments to security since last year and she recommends that Mr. Johns write a security report to provide to Ald. Bauman. Ald. Dodd moved approval with a 15 day suspension based on the police report, aldermanic and applicant testimony. (Prevailed 3-1, Ald. Lewis voting no) 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 1- Lewis Excused 1- Spiker 04 WALIA, Harjeet S, Agent for "Dreamland Petroleum Company", Extended Hours Establishments, Food Dealer, Filling Station, and Weights & Measures License Renewal Applications for "Pantry 41" at 405 N 27th St. (Expires 4/9/2020) Appearing with the applicant: Atty. Ajit Walia stated Christine Schultz , Star Restaurant Group Valdemar Escobar, Fiesta Girabaldi Individual also present: Jodi Lemmer - 4th District Legislative Assistant stated Ald. Bauman recommends a warning letter. Ald. Dodd moved approval with a warning letter. (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, Lewis and Dodd No 0 Excused 2- Coggs and Spiker 01 ABDUS-SALAAM, Muhammad, Agent for "Action Towing LLC", Recycling, Salvaging, or Towing Premises Renewal Application for "Action Towing" at 4453 N GREEN BAY Av. (Expires 3/26/2020) The applicant stated he was unaware the vehicle was stolen and didn't want to give it back because he wasn't going to get paid for it. He added that because it was an out of state vehicle he didn't know how to find the owner so it took him almost a year to find the owner, and then wanted payment for storing the vehicle for the year. He stated that he brought a check for $4,600 to pay toward what he owes, but the person was unavailable to take his payment. He added that he's not very good at being organized and no one is working in the office to help him to stay on top of things. He stated that he has piles of debt that he's trying to take care of. He added that he is going to hire City of Milwaukee Page 14 LICENSES COMMITTEE Meeting Minutes March 10, 2020 someone to help with paperwork. He added that he owes more now than he did 2 years ago. He stated that he did have contracts tow from the properties in the complaints. He stated that he just needs one more chance and he does intend on getting things situated to help him stay on top of things. He added that he didn't know how serious it was until he received a call from Pres. Hamilton. Appearing with the applicant: Atty. Janine Collette stated she is assisting the applicant in going through his assets and working out a payment plan with Kohn Law Office. She added that she is confident that the applicant will cure his arrearages through the payment plan. Individuals also present: Andrea Pratt - 1st District Legislative Assistant stated Pres. Hamilton is not supportive based on the amount of money owed to the City, not adhering to the payment plan, and the complaints from residents for overcharging and towing where he doesn't have consent tow from. Peter Knox - DPW Tow Lot stated there is a $30 that is remitted to the City for each tow. He added that there were 844 tows since March 18th. He stated that of the balance due, $36,401 and $30,562.42 was sent to collections for a total amount of $66,963.22 in collections. He added that in 2019, $4,100 was paid. He added that the applicant failed to comply with the first payment plan. Ald. Lewis asked at what point do they stop being allowed tow. She added it has been 2 years of going down this road and nothing has been taken care of. Ald. Kovac stated the $30 should come out of the payment of tow, and the applicant hasn't paid for quite some time. He added that the last time the renewal was granted contingent upon a payment plan. Ald. Dodd moved nonrenewal based on aldermanic, DPW, and applicant testimony. (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, Lewis and Dodd No 0 Excused 2- Coggs and Spiker The meeting recessed at 3:16 PM The meeting reconvened at 3:30 PM 191591 Motion relating to the recommendations of the Licenses Committee relative to licenses. Sponsors: THE CHAIR 01 MCCAFFETY, Lonnie W, Agent for "Family Dollar Stores of Wisconsin LLC", Food Dealer and Weights & Measures License Renewal Applications with Change of Agent for "Family Dollar #26587" at 2012 W CAPITOL DR. (Expires 4/15/2020) Appearing on behalf of the applicant: Atty. Josh Gimbel Kelly Odea 1381 California, Hobart, IN Individuals also present: Andrea Pratt - 1st District Legislative Assistant stated Pres. Hamilton would like the application to be held to meet with the applicant because there have been City of Milwaukee Page 15 LICENSES COMMITTEE Meeting Minutes March 10, 2020 neighborhood complaints. Ald. Dodd moved to hold to the call of the chair. (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, Lewis and Dodd No 0 Excused 2- Coggs and Spiker Agenda Only 01 LAU, William D, Agent for "Lau's Super Service Inc", Recycling, Salvaging, or Towing Premises License Application Requesting Moving and/or Recycling Waste Tires for "Lau's Tire & Auto" at 5025 W VILLARD Av. Ald. Dodd moved approval. (Prevailed 3-0) 02 PATEL, Pushpak, Agent for "Mitra Midwest Operations LLC", Extended Hours Establishments and Food Dealer License Renewal Applications Removing Shareholder for "Kentucky Fried Chicken" at 4400 N 60th St. Ald. Dodd moved approval. (Prevailed 3-0) 03 LUGAUER, Gordon B, Agent for "Board Game Barrister, LTD", Class B Tavern, Public Entertainment Premises, and Food Dealer License Renewal Applications with Change of Agent and Shareholder for "Oak & Shield Gaming Pub" at 600 E Ogden Av #B. Ald. Dodd moved approval. (Prevailed 3-0) 04 ZIERATH, Mark A, Agent for "Jackson's BRP At the Brewhouse, LLC", Class B Tavern, Food Dealer, and Public Entertainment Premises License Renewal Applications Removing Pool Table for "Jackson's Blue Ribbon Pub At The Brewhouse Inn & Suites" at 1203 N 10th St. Ald. Dodd moved approval. (Prevailed 3-0) 06 LINDEMS, Arkadijs, Agent for "Lindems Auto INC", Secondhand Motor Vehicle Dealer's License Renewal Application Adding Shareholder for "Lindems Auto" at 117 E Capitol DR. Ald. Dodd moved approval. (Prevailed 3-0) 06 VAZQUEZ, Joey M, Agent for "JV Towing LLC", Recycling, Salvaging or Towing Vehicle License Application Requesting Collecting/Delivering Salvaged Motor Vehicle Parts, Junk and Valuable Metal for "JV Towing" at 456 E Brown St #403. Ald. Dodd moved approval. (Prevailed 3-0) 08 MARTINEZ, Manuel Secondhand Dealer's License Renewal Application with Change of Hours From Open Sun 11 AM-5 PM and Closing Mon-Fri 8 PM To Closed Sun and Closing 6 PM Mon-Fri for "Martinez Appliances" at 3911 W Greenfield Av. Ald. Dodd moved approval. (Prevailed 3-0) 09 ERDMANN, John P, Agent for "SOUTHEAST SALES CORP", Recycling, Salvaging, or Towing Premises License Application for "SOUTHEAST SALES POWERSPORTS" at 6930 N 76TH St. Ald. Dodd moved approval. (Prevailed 3-0) 09 KIENBAUM, Bentley S, Agent for "AUTO & SCRAP RECYCLERS, INC", Secondhand Motor Vehicle Dealer's License Renewal Application Removing Stockholder and Transfer of Stock for "AUTO & SCRAP RECYCLERS INC NORTH" at 8550 N GRANVILLE Rd. Ald. Dodd moved approval. (Prevailed 3-0) 09 POMERANZ, Patrick B, Agent for "Quick Motors Inc", Secondhand Motor Vehicle Dealer's License Renewal Application Adding Shareholder and Change of Hours From Open Sat 7:30 AM-9 PM and Closing Mon-Fri 9 PM To Closed Sat and Closing 6 Pm Mon-Fri for "Quick Motors Inc" at 7800 N 76th St. City of Milwaukee Page 16 LICENSES COMMITTEE Meeting Minutes March 10, 2020 09 TEKESTE KIFLOM, Gebrebirhan, Agent for "Simon Appliance LLC", Secondhand Dealer's License Application for "Simon Appliance" at 6454 N 76th St. Ald. Dodd moved approval. (Prevailed 3-0) 11 LESLEY, Joshua R Secondhand Motor Vehicle Dealer's License Renewal Application with Change of Hours Mon-Fri From Open 12 PM and Close 3 PM To Open 9 AM and Close 11 AM for "Absolute Restorations" at 3500 S 92ND St #3D. Ald. Dodd moved approval. (Prevailed 3-0) 15 KAI, Kyaw, Agent for "ZWEKABIN AUTOMOTIVE SERVICE, LLC", Recycling, Salvaging, or Towing Premises Application for "ZWEKABIN AUTOMOTIVE SERVICE" at 3611 W STATE St. 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, Lewis and Dodd No 0 Excused 2- Coggs and Spiker Warning Letter MCCARVER, Laticia S, Class D Operator's License Renewal Application. Ald. Dodd moved approval. (Prevailed 3-0) ROQUE, Lupita S, Class D Operator's License Application. Ald. Dodd moved approval. (Prevailed 3-0) THOMAS, Nedriona P, Class D Operator's License Application. Ald. Dodd moved approval. (Prevailed 3-0) TWOHIG, Peter J, Class B Manager's License Application. Ald. Dodd moved approval. (Prevailed 3-0) 01 ALI, Zohra, Agent for "STAR 27 CORPORATION", Class A Malt, Extended Hours Establishments, Food Dealer, and Public Entertainment Premises License Renewal Applications for "ONE STOP PANTRY" at 3927 W VILLARD Av. 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, Lewis and Dodd No 0 Excused 2- Coggs and Spiker Warning letter 01 NELSON, Beverly M Class B Tavern and Public Entertainment Premises License Renewal Applications for "The Cheetah Club" at 5048 N 35TH St. Ald. Lewis moved to hold to the call of the chair. (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 Dodd No 0 Excused 2- Coggs and Spiker A motion was made by ALD. LEWIS that this Motion be RECOMMENDED FOR City of Milwaukee Page 17 LICENSES COMMITTEE Meeting Minutes March 10, 2020 APPROVAL. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote: Aye 3- Kovac, Lewis and Dodd No 0 Excused 2- Coggs and Spiker The meeting adjourned at 3:25 PM Molly Kuether-Steele Staff Assistant City of Milwaukee Page 18