LICENSES COMMITTEE
Regular MeetingMilwaukee, WI · June 23, 2020
Minutes
City Hall
City of Milwaukee 200 East Wells Street
Milwaukee, WI 53202
Meeting Minutes
LICENSES COMMITTEE
ALD. MILELE A. COGGS, CHAIR
Ald. Nik Kovac, VICE-CHAIR
Ald. Mark A. Borkowski, Ald. Nikiya Dodd, and Ald. Chantia
Lewis
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 23, 2020 9:00 AM Room 301-B, City Hall
This is a virtual meeting. All those wishing to attend should go to
http://city.milwaukee.gov/citychannel or Channel 25 on Spectrum Cable.
The meeting convened at 9:17 AM
Ald. Lewis joined the meeting at 9:30 AM
Present 5 - Coggs, Kovac, Borkowski, Dodd, Lewis
1. 191979 Motion relating to the recommendations of the Licenses Committee
relating to licenses.
Sponsors: THE CHAIR
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
7/8/2020)
Appearing with the applicant:
Atty. Kendrick Yandell stated there haven't been any serious incidents since the last
committee hearing. He added that the contaminated bottles had fruit flies and they
were emptied and defaced. He stated that the patron was denied entry because she
was intoxicated. He added that Angelo Vitucci is no longer involved in the business.
He stated that the applicant is aware of the noise complaints and they will keep the
doors closed at all times.
Ald. Kovac stated he received complaints about litter and noise.
Ald. Kovac moved approval with a warning letter based on the police report, holding
open #3 and 7. (Prevailed 4-0)
A motion was made by ALD. KOVAC that this Motion be AMENDED. This
motion PREVAILED by the following vote:
Aye 4- Coggs, Kovac, Borkowski and Dodd
No 0
Excused 1- Lewis
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09 FAROOQUI, Faisal A, Agent for "STFR Investment LLC", Filling Station, Food
Dealer, and Weights & Measures License Renewal Applications for "BP Gas Station"
at 9026 W Brown Deer Rd. (Expired 4/15/2020)
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- Coggs, Kovac, Borkowski, Dodd and Lewis
No 0
The meeting recessed at 9:35 AM
The meeting reconvened at 10:10 AM
191979 Motion relating to the recommendations of the Licenses Committee
relating to licenses.
Sponsors: THE CHAIR
08 ARORA, Gurmeet S, Agent for "Arora Pantry Inc", Class A Malt & Class A Liquor
License Application for "Quick Pick Food Mart" at 3332 W Lincoln Av.
The applicant stated the liquor will be behind the counter in small sizes.
Individual also present:
Ald. Zamarripa stated that she is in support. She added that the store offers a
comprehensive list of items from milk to hair care products.
Individual present in opposition:
Mark Schmidt 3327 W Lincoln Ave stated violence has taken place across the street
and there was a shooting inside the store years back. He added that he doesn't want
drunk people to come and buy more liquor.
Individuals present in support:
Maria Gomes 3318 W Arthur Ave stated store is a great asset to the community and
she does all of her shopping there.
Jake Ellis 2903 S 34th St stated he is in support.
Nicole Zabde 2156 S 33rd St stated she is in support and she would like to buy liquor
at the store.
Adrian Cervantes 2206 S 35th St stated he is in support and this premises is the
closest to his house because he doesn't drive.
Dwayne Walker 3304 S 33rd St stated he is in support. He added that the
neighborhood has gotten better.
Enrique Villasenor 3532 W Lincoln Ave stated he is in support and it's a nice
neighborhood with a clean store.
Robert Ellis 3238 S 34th St stated it's a nice store and he is in support.
Ald. Borkowski moved approval. (Prevailed 5-0)
A motion was made by ALD. BORKOWSKI that this Motion be AMENDED. This
motion PREVAILED by the following vote:
Aye 5- Coggs, Kovac, Borkowski, Dodd and Lewis
No 0
12 POYTINGER, Marla R, Agent for "The North/South Club, Inc", Class B Tavern and
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Public Entertainment Premises License Renewal Applications with Change of
Entertainment Adding Disc Jockey and Bands and Permanent Extension of Premises
and Sidewalk Dining License Applications for "North South Club" at 175 S Water St.
(Expired 5/31/2020)
The applicant stated she could close the garage doors at 8 PM when there is live
music. She added that the sidewalk cafe will close at the same time as the garage
doors.
Individual also present:
Ald. Perez stated he spoke with the applicant and they will keep the garage doors
closed for live music. He added that the execution of the plan of operation will satisfy
the neighbors and he has no objections.
Individuals present in opposition:
Patricia Stevens 235 E Pittsburgh Ave #504 stated she wants the garage doors closed
for live music.
Elizabeth Pancratz 235 E Pittsburgh Ave #411 stated she is concerned about the
noise from the live music.
Ald. Kovac moved approval. (Prevailed 5-0)
A motion was made by ALD. KOVAC that this Motion be AMENDED. This
motion PREVAILED by the following vote:
Aye 5- Coggs, Kovac, Borkowski, Dodd and Lewis
No 0
14 JONAS, Paul U, Agent for "U.C. Jonas Inc", Class B Tavern and Public
Entertainment Premises License Renewal Applications with Change of Entertainment
Adding Instrumental Musicians, Bands, Disc Jockey, Patrons Dancing, 2 Amusement
Machines, and 2 Concerts for "Mothership" at 2301 S Logan Av. (Expired 5/30/2020)
The applicant was not present.
Individual present:
Ald. Dimitrijevic
Ald. Dodd moved to hold to the call of the chair based on nonappearance. (Prevailed
5-0)
Ald. Borkowski moved reconsideration. (Prevailed 5-0)
Appearing on behalf of the applicant:
Ricardo Ramirez
Ald. Lewis moved to hold to the call of the chair. (Prevailed 5-0)
Ald. Borkowski moved reconsideration. (Prevailed 5-0)
The applicant stated he is not trying to have live music and the application was a
mistake. He added that they want to have live entertainment 4 times a year for special
events that would end by 10 PM. He stated that they turn the speakers off at 10 PM.
Ald. Kovac moved to remove Instrumental Musicians, Bands, Disc Jockey, Patrons
Dancing, and 2 Concerts. (Prevailed 5-0)
Appearing with the applicant:
Ricardo Ramirez
Individual present:
Ald. Dimitrijevic stated she does not have an issue with special permits per each show.
She stated that 2 residents contacted her in opposition of the live music.
Individuals present in opposition:
Susan Wozniack 2323 S Logan Ave stated the bar is extremely noisy and there are
speakers outside the bar that plays music at all hours. She added that she always
finds bar trash in her yard and there are issues with parking.
Melissa Kling 2319 S Logan Ave stated she was opposed.
Ald. Lewis moved to amend the plan of operation to not use exterior speakers.
(Prevailed 5-0)
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Ald. Kovac moved approval as amended. (Prevailed 5-0)
A motion was made by ALD. KOVAC that this Motion be AMENDED. This
motion PREVAILED by the following vote:
Aye 5- Coggs, Kovac, Borkowski, Dodd and Lewis
No 0
14 LEAF, Sam J, Agent for "Chase Entertainment LLC", Class B Tavern, Food
Dealer, and Public Entertainment Premises License Renewal Applications for "Sam's
Tap" at 3118 S CHASE Av. (Expired 5/28/2020)
Individual present:
Ald. Dimitrijevic
Ald. Kovac moved to hold the call of the chair based on nonappearance. (Prevailed
5-0)
Ald. Kovac moved reconsideration. (Prevailed 5-0)
The applicant stated he had an issue last year with having patrons after hours.
Individual also present:
Ald. Dimitrijevic stated she is concerned about the patrons after hours.
Ald. Borkowski moved approval. (Prevailed 5-0)
A motion was made by ALD. BORKOWSKI that this Motion be AMENDED. This
motion PREVAILED by the following vote:
Aye 5- Coggs, Kovac, Borkowski, Dodd and Lewis
No 0
The meeting recessed at 10:51 AM
The meeting reconvened at 11:06 AM
191979 Motion relating to the recommendations of the Licenses Committee
relating to licenses.
Sponsors: THE CHAIR
06 HALLIDAY, Susan M, Agent for "WALGREEN CO", Food Dealer and Weights &
Measures License Renewal Applications with Change of Agent for "WALGREENS
#02182" at 370 E CAPITOL DR.
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- Coggs, Kovac, Borkowski, Dodd and Lewis
No 0
The meeting recessed at 11:10 AM
The meeting reconvened at 11:17 AM
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191979 Motion relating to the recommendations of the Licenses Committee
relating to licenses.
Sponsors: THE CHAIR
06 LOPEZ, David D, Agent for "Terminator Towing LLC", Recycling, Salvaging, or
Towing Premises License Renewal Application with Change of Hours Sat From Closing
12 PM To 1 PM for "Terminator Towing LLC" at 3740 N Fratney St. (Expired 5/11/2020)
The applicant stated the driver who argued with the other person has been fired.
Appearing with the applicant:
Atty. Michael Maistelman addressed the police report: #4 is positive, #5 the signs were
on the gate but there was a storm and they got knocked off, #6 they were authorized
by the owner to tow at the premises, #7 the credit card was no accepted because the
credit card was in someone else's name.
Individual also present:
Peter Knox - Tow Lot Manager stated the applicant owed approximately $49,000 to the
City.
Ald. Coggs moved approval with a warning letter based on the police report, and
contingent upon a payment plan, exempting whatever is worked out with Kohn Law
Office. (Prevailed 5-0)
A motion was made by ALD. COGGS that this Motion be AMENDED. This
motion PREVAILED by the following vote:
Aye 5- Coggs, Kovac, Borkowski, Dodd and Lewis
No 0
13 BUGALSKI, Michael J, Agent for "AVENUE WINE & LIQUOR, INC", Class A
Liquor and Food Dealer License Renewal Applications for "AVENUE WINE & LIQUOR"
at 4075 S HOWELL Av. (Expires 6/30/2020)
Individual present:
Ald. Spiker
Ald. Dodd moved to hold to the call of the chair based on nonappearance. (Prevailed
5-0)
Ald. Dodd moved reconsideration. (Prevailed 5-0)
Ald. Borkowski moved to hold to the call of the chair based on nonappearance.
(Prevailed 5-0)
Ald. Borkowski moved reconsideration. (Prevailed 5-0)
The applicant stated he retrained the employee who sold the tobacco to a minor.
Individual also present:
Ald. Spiker recommends a warning letter.
Ald. Kovac moved approval with a warning letter based 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- Coggs, Kovac, Borkowski, Dodd and Lewis
No 0
13 FETO, Marsel, Agent for "Marsel's Pizzeria, Inc", Class B Tavern and Public
Entertainment Premises License Renewal Applications for "Marsel's Pizzeria" at 4252
S Howell Av. (Expires 7/29/2020)
The applicant stated he was unclear about the stay a home order.
Individual also present:
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Ald. Spiker stated he has received no complaints about the premises and requests a
warning letter.
Ald. Lewis moved approval 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- Coggs, Kovac, Borkowski, Dodd and Lewis
No 0
13 PATEL, Bhavin G, Agent for "SHUBHAM, LLC", Class A Malt & Class A Liquor
and Food Dealer License Renewal Applications for "LAYTON BEER & LIQUOR" at
2008 W LAYTON Av. (Expires 6/30/2020)
The applicant stated he didn't know his employees needed a Class D operator's
license when he first opened.
Appearing with the applicant:
Atty. Vincent Bobot stated the employee now has the Class D operator's license and
the applicant was ineligible to enroll the MARTS program again because he had just
completed it. He added that the applicant will purchase an ID scanner.
Individual also present:
Ald. Spiker stated he has no objections and requests a warning letter.
Ald. Borkowski moved approval with a warning letter based 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- Coggs, Kovac, Borkowski, Dodd and Lewis
No 0
The meeting recessed at 12:12 PM
The meeting reconvened at 1:06 PM
191979 Motion relating to the recommendations of the Licenses Committee
relating to licenses.
Sponsors: THE CHAIR
15 SHARIF, Asad, Agent for "PRIDE GROCERIES OF MILWAUKEE, LLC", Class A
Malt and Food Dealer License Renewal Applications for "PRIDE FOOD" at 2101 W
BROWN St. (Expired 5/29/2020)
The applicant stated he doesn't accept WIC and sometimes people forget their stuff
and he just keeps it for a little while and then if they don't come back he disposes of
it. He added that he keeps the information for a neighbor because the 7 year old
doesn't always remember the pass code for the Quest card. He stated that he
cooperates with the police and provides access to his camera. He added that people
loiter across the street from his store and he asks them to move. He stated that he
helps neighbors out and he does a lot of good things which is why they support him.
He added that he understands Ald. Stamper's concerns, but he's trying his best to do
things right. He stated that whatever Ald. Stamper wants him to do, he is willing to do
it.
Appearing with the applicant:
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Atty. Michael Maistelman stated the applicant doesn't accept WIC. He stated that the
will reach out to Georgeann King from DOR and have a meeting with the applicant. He
added that the police report is short. He stated that the applicant only had the store for
2 1/2 years and hasn't had any suspensions or any progressive discipline. He added
that he doesn't have the opportunity to question neighbors who are not present to
testify. He stated that he would like to submit a mitigation plan for review prior to
Council. He added that nonrenewal is too harsh a penalty for only 1 incident in the
police report, and no citations being issues. He stated that he knows things need to
change but they don't rise to the level of nonrenewal. He added that he would like to sit
down with Capt. Norman to create a plan to address the concerns of MPD.
Individuals also present:
Dameon Ellzey 15th District Legislative Assistant stated this store has been an issue
in the district for years and it was sold to a new owner a few years ago. He added that
the new owner promises the issues would stop, yet they have continued to take place
and have gotten worse. He added that there is constant loitering and shootings in the
area and residents are afraid to testify. He stated that he lives around the corner and
he always sees people loitering outside and people going to and from cars. He added
that there have been shootings in the area and the store is the epicenter of a lot of this
activity. He stated that residents are afraid to testify against the store. He added that
people generally hold someone's WIC card when they're owed money and having pill
bottles with someone else's name are illegal. He added that there were illegal
cigarettes and WE Energies hookup found at the premises. He stated that the owner
stated they would hire a security guard but that hasn't happened yet. He stated Ald.
Stamper does not support this license and requests nonrenewal because enough is
enough and the applicant has had several chances.
Capt. Jeffrey Norman stated that there are a number of issues occurring on the block
associated with the store relating to chronic loitering, traffic, noise, and other nuisance
activities. He added that MPD responds to drug dealing activities around the store. He
stated that the store is not being operated in a legitimate manor and there are further
concerns of illegal activities arising at the store. He added that the State is conducting
an investigation into the WIC cards. He stated that people from outside the
neighborhood are drawn to the block and he never receives calls from the applicant
regarding the nuisance activities.
Ald. Kovac moved nonrenewal based on aldermanic and police testimony and the
police report. (Prevailed 4-1, Ald. Coggs voting no)
A motion was made by ALD. KOVAC that this Motion be AMENDED. This
motion PREVAILED by the following vote:
Aye 4- Kovac, Borkowski, Dodd and Lewis
No 1- Coggs
15 SINGH, Balwinder, Agent for "ADAM MINI MART, LLC", Class A Malt and Food
Dealer License Renewal Applications for "LLOYD FOOD" at 2101 N 38TH St. (Expired
5/21/2020)
The applicant stated he retrained the employee to look for birthdates on IDs. He added
that he is enrolled in the MARTS program.
Individual also present:
Dameon Ellzey 15th District Legislative Assistant stated Ald. Stamper to enroll in the
MARTS program.
Ald. Borkowski moved approval with a warning letter based on the police report.
(Prevailed 5-0)
A motion was made by ALD. BORKOWSKI that this Motion be AMENDED. This
motion PREVAILED by the following vote:
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Aye 5- Coggs, Kovac, Borkowski, Dodd and Lewis
No 0
15 SINGH, Sukhdev, Agent for "Lucky Sam Food Mart Inc", Class A Malt and Food
Dealer License Renewal Applications for "Lucky Sam Food Mart" at 2401 N 21st St.
(Expires 7/13/2020)
The applicant stated he told MPD they can check his cameras at any time and he
cooperates with the police.
Appearing with the applicant:
Atty. Michael Woodburn stated incidents on the police report are not related to the
premises, but show the applicant assisting the police with video footage. He added
that the March 20th incident occurred because the applicant was taking his child to the
doctor and left his father in charge with the understanding that the store would be
closed, but that didn't happen and then the police came. He added that the person
smoking was his father who doesn't speak English, and those were his cigarettes and
it was a misunderstanding. He stated that the beer was being stored in the basement
during cleaning and is no longer being stored there. He added that the drug
paraphernalia was a tire gauge and steel wool which can be purchased at Walmart or
any other store, and the applicant is no longer selling those items at his store. He
stated that #5 on the police report relates to #3. He added that the applicant's father
now has his Class D operator's license. He stated that he knows mistakes have been
made but the applicant is just trying to get along in life. He added that he disagrees
that the store is a nexus because one of the shootings was a family dispute and
happened while the store was closed. He stated that March 29th shooting occurred a
block and a half away from the store and had no connection to the premises, and there
is no evidence that it was related to the store. He added the applicant assisted the
police with surveillance footage.
Individual also present:
Dameon Ellzey 15th District Legislative Assistant stated there was a shooting in front
of the store. He added that this premises has become a hub for nuisance activity in
the area. He stated that the police made Ald. Stamper aware of the issues. He added
that these incidents occurring it's only a matter of time before it gets worse and there
have already been 3 people shot. He stated that this is across the street from the
Fondy Market where people have events and this behavior at the store cannot continue
to happen. He added when the police bring a store to your attention you have to
address the issues and Ald. Stamper recommends nonrenewal.
Capt. Jeffrey Norman stated this neighborhood has increased in violence by 400% this
year and the premises contributed to that increase. He added that the applicant is not
proactive about addressing issues and there are drug related issues occurring at the
premises. He added that on March 20th two individuals were shot and it was drug
related. He stated that this premises is a nexus of drug activity and it contributes to
overall violence in the area.
Individual present in support:
Yolanda Laster 2409 N 21st St stated her gate is connected to the store's gate, and
she witnessed a young man shooting at people nearby her yard. She added that her
cousin shot her nephew and the store's surveillance cameras recorded the incident.
She stated that a lot of the stuff that happens in the area cannot be controlled by the
applicant, and the store is needed in the neighborhood.
Jay Carter 2424 N 22nd St stated the neighborhood has always had gang related
problems and the applicant doesn't have control over what is going on. He added he is
blind and the applicant always asks the guys to move so he can get through. He
stated that this is the best store around for him.
Ald. Borkowski stated it is alarming that on the police report there were 4 events in 9
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days.
Ald. Borkowski moved nonrenewal based on the police report, and police and
aldermanic testimony. (Prevailed 4-1, Ald. Coggs voting no)
A motion was made by ALD. BORKOWSKI that this Motion be AMENDED. This
motion PREVAILED by the following vote:
Aye 4- Kovac, Borkowski, Dodd and Lewis
No 1- Coggs
The meeting recessed at 2:23 PM
The meeting reconvened at 2:43 PM
191979 Motion relating to the recommendations of the Licenses Committee
relating to licenses.
Sponsors: THE CHAIR
15 PEHOWSKI, Jason W, Agent for "ALWAYS TOWING & RECOVERY, INC",
Recycling, Salvaging, or Towing Premises License Renewal Application for "ALWAYS
TOWING & RECOVERY" at 1511 N 31ST St. (Expired 5/16/2020)
Appearing with the applicant:
Atty. Michael Maistelman stated the applicant works with MPD. He added #12 Mr.
Grady is an employee of the premises and #14 was a he said she said and it was
someone trying to retrieve their vehicle. He stated that this is the largest tow company
in the city and what they do doesn't make people happy. He added out of 8,000 tows
there are only 2 people objecting.
Michael Tarantino stated they document each tow on their individual merits. He added
that they try to address each complaint.
There were 28 people present in support.
Individuals present in opposition:
Giovanni Vingale 1313 White Oak Ln #304 Columbia, MO stated the premises has
abusive practices. He added that his car disappeared from a private parking lot from
Glendale, he thought he had a permit, but he did not. He stated that when he called
the premises they said they did not have his car, but when he called the police they
said the premises did have his car. He added that they should have returned his car
and that they should be open more hours for people to retrieve their vehicles.
Kara Lavell 8868 S Wood Creek Dr, #9 Oak Creek, WI stated the tow truck driver was
talking to her 14 year old daughter and the next day her car was towed in retaliation.
Individual also present:
Peter Knox Tow Lot stated the premises is current with their fees. He added that 840
tows had special equipment charges.
Ald. Dodd moved approval with a warning letter. (Prevailed 5-0)
A motion was made by ALD. DODD that this Motion be AMENDED. This motion
PREVAILED by the following vote:
Aye 5- Coggs, Kovac, Borkowski, Dodd and Lewis
No 0
15 PEHOWSKI, Jason W, Agent for "Always Towing & Recovery, Inc", Recycling,
Salvaging or Towing Premise-Additional Yard License Renewal Application for "Always
Towing & Recovery" at 3700 W Wells St. (Expired 5/16/2020)
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This application was heard with the previous application.
Ald. Dodd moved approval with a warning letter. (Prevailed 5-0)
A motion was made by ALD. DODD that this Motion be AMENDED. This motion
PREVAILED by the following vote:
Aye 5- Coggs, Kovac, Borkowski, Dodd and Lewis
No 0
01 ALI, Ayman N, Agent for "FLORIST AVENUE FOOD MART, INC.", Food Dealer
License Renewal Application for "Home Run Food" at 3824 W FLORIST Av. (Expires
7/10/2020)
Ald. Lewis moved to hold to the call of the chair based on nonappearance. (Prevailed
5-0)
Ald. Lewis moved reconsideration. (Prevailed 5-0)
Appearing with the applicant:
Atty. David Bangert
Individual also present:
Ald. Hamilton stated there was a shooting near the premises.
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- Coggs, Kovac, Borkowski, Dodd and Lewis
No 0
01 JABBAR, Nael N, Agent for "HOT SPOT SUPERMARKET, LLC", Class A Malt &
Class A Liquor and Food Dealer License Renewal Applications for "I SHOP
SUPERMARKET" at 2643 W ATKINSON Av. (Expires 7/30/2020)
Appearing with the applicant:
Atty. Jeff Guerard stated the applicant hired an additional employee to help out and
have removed the gambling machines. He added #18-20 on the police report was the
applicant helping MPD by reporting drug dealing.
Individual also present:
Ald. Hamilton stated that residents have been strong supporters of the location
because it has been around for 40 years. He added that the premises has been
disciplined in the past and now they want to be part of the solution. He stated that in
the past 3 weeks he drove pass the store and it has been calm. He added that the
park half a block away has a lot of activity. He stated that they need to get a handle on
the parking, traffic and litter around the store. He added that they need to improve the
facade. He stated that he is in support.
Individuals present in opposition:
Dan Pope 2115 N Newhall St stated he grew up 5 blocks away from the premises. He
added that patrons are unruly, block traffic, loiter, sell drugs, and participate in other
illegal activities. He stated that they should not need to sell alcohol anymore because
it contributes to the criminal and nefarious activities. He added that there are 158
reports on file with MPD from 2017 to August of 2019. He stated that he owns property
in the neighborhood and that corner has gotten worse over the years.
Vince Toney 2721 W Roosevelt Dr stated this location is notorious for littering and
residents are afraid to testify.
Individuals present in support:
Joe Bova 4468 N 26th St stated the outside of the store is clear and clean and he's
only witnessed traffic blocked one time.
The meeting recessed at 4:40 PM
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The meeting reconvened at 4:49 PM
Tiffany Jewell 4844 N 51st St stated she is in support because she grew up in the
neighborhood. She added that she goes their daily and hasn't seen any drug activity or
prostitution. She stated that employees help patrons out and shutting them down would
be detrimental to the community.
There were 19 residents present in support.
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- Coggs, Kovac, Borkowski, Dodd and Lewis
No 0
Agenda Only
03 DUPEE, David C, Agent for "Good City Brewing LLC", Class C Wine Retailer's
License Renewal Application with Change of Shareholder and Transfer of Stock for
"Good City Brewing" at 2108 N Farwell Av.
Ald. Lewis moved approval. (Prevailed 5-0)
04 VARTANIAN-MIKAELIAN, Melissa N, Agent for "MILWAUKEE REPERTORY
THEATER, INC", Class B Tavern, Public Entertainment Premises, and Food Dealer
License Renewal Applications Increasing Food Sales for "MILWAUKEE REPERTORY
THEATER" at 108 E WELLS St.
Ald. Lewis moved approval. (Prevailed 5-0)
06 CURRIE, Jewel, Agent for "Garfields 502 LLC", Class B Tavern and Public
Entertainment Premises License Renewal Applications Adding Poetry Readings for
"Garfields 502" at 502 W GARFIELD Av.
Ald. Lewis moved approval. (Prevailed 5-0)
08 MOLINA, Leandro, Agent for "Southside Automotive Sales and Repairs, LLC",
Secondhand Motor Vehicle Dealer's License Transfer Application with Change of
Location for "Southside Automotive Sales and Repairs" at 2007 W NATIONAL Av.
Ald. Lewis moved approval. (Prevailed 5-0)
12 MANYO, Jonathan S, Agent for "Morel Restaurant LLC", Class B Tavern and Food
Dealer License Renewal Applications with Change of Shareholder for "Morel
Restaurant" at 430 S 2nd St.
Ald. Lewis moved approval. (Prevailed 5-0)
13 BEER, Anthony S, Agent for "GMF Hotel, LLC", Class B Tavern, Food Dealer,
Hotel/Motel, and Additional Site (Food) License Renewal Applications with Change of
Agent for "Courtyard By Marriott" at 4620 S 5th 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:
Aye 5- Coggs, Kovac, Borkowski, Dodd and Lewis
No 0
Warning Letter
EDWARDS, Sunil G, Agent for "Seguro Investments LLC", Home Improvement
Contractor's License Application for "Seguro Investments LLC".
Ald. Borkowski moved approval. (Prevailed 5-0)
KELLER, Michael J, Agent for "No Limit Remodeling, LLC", Home Improvement
Contractor's License Application for "Home Remodeling".
Ald. Borkowski moved approval. (Prevailed 5-0)
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O'CONNOR, Nicole M, Class D Operator's License Application.
Ald. Borkowski moved approval. (Prevailed 5-0)
03 BRODERSEN, Timothy J, Agent for "BRODERSEN UP AND UNDER, LLC", Class
B Tavern, Food Dealer, Public Entertainment, and Sidewalk Dining Facility License
Renewal Applications for "UP AND UNDER PUB" at 1216 E BRADY St.
Ald. Borkowski moved approval. (Prevailed 5-0)
03 KRAHN, Scott A, Agent for "Art's Performing Center, LLC", Class B Tavern and
Public Entertainment Premises License Renewal Applications for "Silk on Water" at
144 E Juneau Av.
Ald. Borkowski moved approval. (Prevailed 5-0)
12 CUEVAS-SILVESTRE, Arturo Class B Tavern and Public Entertainment Premises
License Renewal Applications Adding 2 Amusement Machines for "La Mexicana" at
101 E MITCHELL St.
Ald. Borkowski moved approval. (Prevailed 5-0)
A motion was made by ALD. BORKOWSKI that this Motion be AMENDED. This
motion PREVAILED by the following vote:
Aye 5- Coggs, Kovac, Borkowski, Dodd and Lewis
No 0
A motion was made by ALD. KOVAC that this Motion be RECOMMENDED FOR
APPROVAL. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote:
Aye 5- Coggs, Kovac, Borkowski, Dodd and Lewis
No 0
The meeting adjourned at 5:12 PM
Molly Kuether-Steele
Staff Assistant
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City Hall
City of Milwaukee 200 East Wells Street
Milwaukee, WI 53202
Meeting Agenda
LICENSES COMMITTEE
ALD. MILELE A. COGGS, CHAIR
Ald. Nik Kovac, VICE-CHAIR
Ald. Mark A. Borkowski, Ald. Nikiya Dodd, and Ald. Chantia
Lewis
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 23, 2020 9:00 AM Room 301-B, City Hall
This is a virtual meeting. All those wishing to attend should go to
http://city.milwaukee.gov/citychannel or Channel 25 on Spectrum Cable.
1. 191979 Motion relating to the recommendations of the Licenses Committee
relating to licenses.
Sponsors: THE CHAIR
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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.
This meeting will be webcast live at www.milwaukee.gov/channel25.
In the event that Common Council members who are not members of this committee attend this
meeting, this meeting may also simultaneously constitute a meeting of the Common Council or any
of the following committees: Community and Economic Development, Finance and Personnel,
Judiciary and Legislation, Licenses, Public Safety and Health, Public Works, Zoning, Neighborhoods
& Development, and/or Steering and Rules. Whether a simultaneous meeting is occurring depends
on whether the presence of one or more of the Common Council member results in a quorum of the
Common Council or any of the above committees, and, if there is a quorum of another committee,
whether any agenda items listed above involve matters within that committee’s realm of authority.
In the event that a simultaneous meeting is occurring, no action other than information gathering will
be taken at the simultaneous meeting.
Times for specific agenda items are estimations. If items cannot be heard at their specified times,
they will be heard as soon as practicable thereafter.
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through sign language interpreters or auxiliary aids. For assistance contact the Legislative Services
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Hall, 200 E. Wells Street, Milwaukee, WI 53202.
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MCTS Green Line, Gold Line, 14, 15, 19, 30, 33, and 57 bus routes. Visit https://www.ridemcts.com/
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station is located on the northeast corner of Kilbourn Avenue and Water Street.
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Milwaukee Center on the southwest corner of Kilbourn Avenue and Water Street. Parking tickets
must be validated in the first floor Information Booth in City Hall.
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register with the City Clerk's License Division. Lobbyists appearing before a Common Council
committee are required to identify themselves as such. More information is available at
http://city.milwaukee.gov/Lobbying.
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