LICENSES COMMITTEE

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, March 9, 2021 9:00 AM Room 301-B, City Hall This is a virtual meeting. Those wishing to view the proceedings are able to do so via the City Channel - Channel 25 on Spectrum Cable - or on the Internet at http://city.milwaukee.gov/citychannel. The meeting convened at 9:06 AM Present 5 - Coggs, Kovac, Borkowski, Dodd, Lewis 1. 201286 Communication from the Milwaukee Police Department relating to its Code RED program. Sponsors: Ald. Coggs Nick DeSiato - MPD Inspector Murphy - MPD Capt Campbell - MPD Lt Gauerke - MPD A motion was made by ALD. LEWIS that this Communication be HELD TO CALL OF THE CHAIR. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote: Aye 5- Coggs, Kovac, Borkowski, Dodd and Lewis No 0 2. 201208 Motion relating to the recommendations of the Licenses Committee relating to licenses. Sponsors: THE CHAIR 12 NUNEZ LANZA, Dina MARIA, Agent for "El Rincon Catracho, LLC", Class B Tavern and Food Dealer License Applications for "EL Rincon Catracho" at 1401 W Washington St. The applicant stated that the witnesses are not telling the truth and the photos were from a birthday party she had for her son. She added that the police came and wrote a City of Milwaukee Page 1 LICENSES COMMITTEE Meeting Minutes March 9, 2021 report. Appearing with the applicant as interpreter: Leonardo Plata Individual also present: Ald. Perez stated that the applicant should close at 9 PM daily and withdraw the liquor license based on the neighborhood testimony. Individuals present in opposition: Beverlyn Gonzalez 1407 W Washington St stated that their kitchen was moved from the back of the premises to the front and it is very noisy. She added that she has seen patrons drinking alcohol. She stated that patrons smoke and puke in front of her house, they play pool, and they're loud. She added that there is a lot of garbage at the premises and they don't clean up the snow. She stated that she is no opposed to a restaurant, but she is opposed to a liquor license and staying open until 10 PM or 11 PM. Yoliemar Garlarza 1405 W Washington St she stated that she wants to feel safe in her community but now she doesn't because there are patrons around outside. She added that their patrons go in and out, drink outside, and urinate. She stated that she agrees with the previous speaker. She added that she called the police about what she has seen but nothing was done. Edna Del Moral 1411 W Washington St stated there are a lot of problems at the restaurant and people come out drunk. She added that there are kids in the neighborhood and they don't need to see drunk people or people urinating in public. She stated that she agrees with the previous speaker. Ald. Dodd moved to amend the Food Dealer license application to close at 9 PM and accept the withdrawal of the Class B Tavern license application. (Prevailed 5-0) Ald. Kovac moved approval of the Food Dealer license application 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 08 CALLOWAY, JR, Edward R, Agent for "5050 Lounge LLC", Class B Tavern and Food Dealer License Renewal Applications and Public Entertainment Premises License Application Requesting Disc Jockey, Karaoke, and Comedy Acts for "Junior's Cocktail Lounge" at 3300 W Lincoln Av. (Expired 1/9/2021) The applicant stated the DJ was hosting a party and he was giving patrons a sample of his drinks. He added that his patrons sometimes park at the bus stop and he tells them not to. He stated that parking is rough in the area, even more so with the snow. He added that he used to have someone clean up outside, but now he and his employees cleanup 4 times a week. He stated that his outside security camera does work. He added that he can do better because there's always room for improvement. He stated that this year has been rough, he's still learning, and he's trying hard. Individuals also present: Ald. Zamarripa stated she conducted a post card survey and received responses with 20 residents in opposition and 7 in support. She added that she has contacted the applicant multiple times to tell him about neighborhood concerns and offer him advice. She stated that she does not support the Public Entertainment Premises license application. She added that there is a total lack of regard for parking regulations by the patrons. Carly Hagerty - Health Department stated on February 13th they saw patrons walking around without face masks and not social distancing, and on February 20th there were the same issues. She added that they do not currently have a COVID safety plan so City of Milwaukee Page 2 LICENSES COMMITTEE Meeting Minutes March 9, 2021 they must operate at 25% capacity. She stated that the original plan was never approved and the last contact was in December asking for revisions to the plan. Capt Salazar - MPD stated in the past year there were 22 calls for service, 1 tavern violation, and 1 subject with a gun. He added that there have been several shots fired in the area, but they have not been conclusively linked to the premises. He stated that there were issues with overcapacity, wearing masks, and social distancing. Individuals present in opposition: Joan Gulczynski 3314 W Lincoln Ave stated there are litter and liquor bottles on her front lawn from the patrons. She added that there is way too many people at the premises and people stand outside smoking and drinking. She stated that at bar close people loiter in front of her house talking and playing loud music in their cars. She added that she has contacted the applicant about her concerns. Ana Perez stated she lives a few houses away and there are fights and loud noises at bar close. She added that there was shooting but she's afraid to contact the police for retaliation. She stated that her kids are scared to go outside. She added that in front of her house there was a man hitting a woman. She stated that there is garbage everywhere. She added that she is opposed to the liquor license, but okay with the food license. Ald. Kovac stated the management is not responsive to the current COVID 19 pandemic and the employees are disrespectful to city staff. He added that there have been consistent and routine violations of the rules. Ald. Kovac moved approval of the Class B Tavern and Food Dealer license renewal applications with a 60 day suspension based on the police report, and aldermanic, neighborhood, and applicant testimony. (Prevailed 5-0) Ald. Kovac moved denial of the Public Entertainment Premises license application. (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 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. (Expired 2/28/2021) The applicant stated they have only been open for small events. She added that they rent and in their lease they are supposed to clean in the front, but now she cleans the back too. She stated that she tells customers to park on National Ave instead of in the parking lot. Individual also present: Ald. Zamarripa stated that she has received a complaint from a resident. 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: Aye 5- Coggs, Kovac, Borkowski, Dodd and Lewis No 0 08 ARORA, Gurmeet S, Agent for "Arora Pantry Inc", Public Entertainment Premises License Application Requesting 2 Amusement Machines for "Quick Pick Food Mart" at 3332 W Lincoln Av. Individual present: City of Milwaukee Page 3 LICENSES COMMITTEE Meeting Minutes March 9, 2021 Ald. Zamarripa 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- Coggs, Kovac, Borkowski, Dodd and Lewis No 0 02 MCALOON, Thomas J, Agent for "Dollar Tree Stores Inc", Food Dealer and Weights & Measures License Renewal Applications with Change of Agent for "Dollar Tree #05946" at 5310 W Maxwell Pl. (Expires 3/14/2021) Appearing on behalf of the applicant: Atty. Josh Gimbel stated the photos were from 2019 David Foulkrod John Witt District Manager 825 Lakeview Ct Unit 101 Brookfield, WI Individual also present: Arlisia McHenry 2nd District Executive Assistant stated trash and litter is an ongoing problem at the premises and Pres. Johnson requests a a warning letter with a written plan of abatement for litter. Ald. Borkowski moved approval with a warning letter. (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 09 MCALOON, Thomas J, Agent for "Dollar Tree Stores Inc", Food Dealer and Weights & Measures License Renewal Applications with Change of Agent for "Dollar Tree #1978" at 8207 W Brown Deer Rd. (Expired 2/12/2021) Appearing on behalf of the applicant: Atty. Josh Gimbel stated the photos were from 2019 David Foulkrod District Manager 1833 Castlegrove Ct Hartland, WI stated that he will visit the store and make sure the conditions of the store improve. John Witt District Manager 825 Lakeview Ct Unit 101 Brookfield, WI Ald. Lewis stated she wants to see a written plan of abatement. Ald. Lewis moved approval with a warning letter. (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 09 TAYLOR, Kenneth, Agent for "Calumet Motor Cars Inc", Secondhand Motor Vehicle Dealer's License Application for "Calumet Motor Cars Inc" at 8425 W Calumet Rd. 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 City of Milwaukee Page 4 LICENSES COMMITTEE Meeting Minutes March 9, 2021 06 HASSAN, Montaser N Food Dealer License Renewal Application for "East Side Food" at 432 E Chambers St. (Expired 2/4/2021) Ald. Kovac moved to hold to the call of the chair based on nonappearance. (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 06 KAUR, Rupinder, Agent for "AR & A2 INC", Class A Malt & Class A Liquor, Food Dealer, and Weights & Measures License Applications for "Center Street Liquor" at 2667 N 5TH St. Appearing with the applicant: Atty. Michael Maistelman 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- Coggs, Kovac, Borkowski, Dodd and Lewis No 0 06 SHEIKH, Osman A Food Dealer License Renewal Application for "Juba Food Market" at 1745 N MARTIN L KING JR DR. (Expires 3/27/2021) The applicant stated he paid the fines. 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 06 JORDAN, Jimmy D Class B Tavern, Food Dealer, and Public Entertainment Premises License Renewal Applications for "GLASS SLIPPER" at 3250 N 2ND St. (Expired 12/20/2020) 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 06 MARK, Toi lisa, Agent for "Our Sports Bar Inc", Class B Tavern, Food Dealer, and Public Entertainment Premises License Renewal Applications with Reorganization of Legal Entity Removing Shareholder and Transfer of Stock for "Skybox Sports Bar" at 2213 N Martin L King Jr DR. (Expired 1/20/2021) The applicant asked that the application be held. Ald. Borkowski moved to hold to the call of the chair. (Prevailed 5-0) A motion was made by ALD. BORKOWSKI that this Motion be AMENDED. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote: City of Milwaukee Page 5 LICENSES COMMITTEE Meeting Minutes March 9, 2021 Aye 5- Coggs, Kovac, Borkowski, Dodd and Lewis No 0 13 PARIKH, Himanshu B, Agent for "Dev Enterprise LLC", Hotel/Motel and Food Dealer License Renewal Applications for "Super 8 Milwaukee Airport" at 5253 S Howell Av. (Expires 3/27/2021) Individuals also present: Ald. Spiker Ald. Perez 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 05 NOELL, Arnoul, Agent for "CADILLAC MOTORS LLC", Secondhand Motor Vehicle Dealer's License Application for "CADILLAC MOTORS LLC" at 8341 W Lisbon Av. Ald. Kovac moved to hold to the call of the chair based on nonappearance. (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 01 WARGOLET, Laura L, Agent for "Best Towing, LLC", Recycling, Salvaging, or Towing Premises Transfer Application Adding 2 Vehicles for "Best Towing" at 3231 W Vera Av. Appearing with the applicant: Atty. Michael Maistelman Individual also present: Ald. Hamilton stated this location has received complaint but he has no objections. Ald. Dodd moved approval. (Prevailed 5-0) A motion was made by ALD. DODD that this Motion be AMENDED. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote: Aye 5- Coggs, Kovac, Borkowski, Dodd and Lewis No 0 01 CAMARENO, Nietzche, Agent for "Brew City Towing LLC", Recycling, Salvaging, or Towing Premises License Renewal Application for "Brew City Towing LLC" at 4030 W Douglas Av. (Expired 1/15/2021) Appearing on behalf of the applicant: Atty. Stephanie Prosser asked that the application be held. Individuals also present: Ald. Hamilton Peter Knox Tow Lot Manager stated the premises conducted 26 tows in March even though their license is expired. He added that there were 186 from January 15th through March 9th. Ald. Kovac moved to hold to the call of the chair. (Prevailed 5-0) City of Milwaukee Page 6 LICENSES COMMITTEE Meeting Minutes March 9, 2021 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 01 HAMED, Hussam T, Agent for "Quick Fill Gas 2 LLC", Filling Station and Weights & Measures License Applications for "Oklahoma BP" at 5016 N HOPKINS St. Appearing with the applicant: Atty. David Bangert Individual also present: Ald. Hamilton stated he has no objections. 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 10 HAMILTON, Anton L, Agent for "Us or Nothing Investments LLC", Class A Malt and Food Dealer License Applications for "Maxx Out Tobacco and Groceries" at 5233 W CENTER St. The applicant stated he has been there for 3 years and he keeps the place clean. He added that there are lounges in the area, but not liquor stores. Individual also present: Ald. Murphy stated there are enough alcohol outlets in the area and he does not support the liquor license based on concentration and neighborhood testimony. Individual present in opposition: Antoinette Wagner 2719 N 53rd St stated he objects to the liquor license and people go in to the premises without masks. She added that patron's park illegally and block traffic. Ald. Kovac moved denial of the Class A Malt license application based on concentration, and neighborhood and aldermanic testimony, and approval of the Food Dealer license application. (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 10 WALIA, Harjeet S, Agent for "SANDSTONE PETROLEUM, INC", Extended Hours Establishments, Filling Station, Food Dealer, and Weights & Measures License Renewal Applications with Change of Shareholder for "PANTRY 41 BP" at 3071 N 60TH St. (Expires 3/11/2021) Appearing with the applicant: Atty. Ajit Walia Individual also present: Ald. Murphy stated the applicant needs to convey to employees the harm of selling tobacco to minors. 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: City of Milwaukee Page 7 LICENSES COMMITTEE Meeting Minutes March 9, 2021 Aye 5- Coggs, Kovac, Borkowski, Dodd and Lewis No 0 10 CIMBRON, Linda M, Agent for "WISCONSIN CVS PHARMACY, LLC", Food Dealer and Weights & Measures License Renewal Applications for "CVS PHARMACY #8769" at 5929 W LISBON Av. (Expired 2/23/2021) The applicant was not present. Individual present: Ald. Murphy 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 12:52 PM The meeting reconvened at 1:21 PM 201208 Motion relating to the recommendations of the Licenses Committee relating to licenses. Sponsors: THE CHAIR CARLE, Donna G, Class D Operator's License Renewal Application. (Expired 12/31/2020) Ald. Kovac moved to hold to the call of the chair based on nonappearance. (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 DELMORE JONES, Whitney, Class D Operator's License Renewal Application. (Expired 12/31/2020) 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- Coggs, Kovac, Borkowski, Dodd and Lewis No 0 LARSON, Angela M, Class D Operator's License Renewal Application. (Expired 12/31/2020) Ald. Borkowski moved approval holding issuance until satisfaction of fines. (Prevailed 4-0-1, Ald. Lewis abstaining) City of Milwaukee Page 8 LICENSES COMMITTEE Meeting Minutes March 9, 2021 A motion was made by ALD. BORKOWSKI that this Motion be AMENDED. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote: Aye 4- Coggs, Kovac, Borkowski and Dodd No 0 Abstain 1- Lewis WILEY, Julian T, Class D Operator's License Renewal Application. (Expired 12/31/2020) 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- Coggs, Kovac, Borkowski, Dodd and Lewis No 0 JEFFERSON, Ivory L, Agent for "JEFFERSON CONSTRUCTION, LLC", Home Improvement Contractor's License Renewal Application for "JEFFERSON CONSTRUCTION, LLC". (Expires 3/9/2021) The applicant stated he paid fines for 2 items on the police report, but the other one was an illegal stop. 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 15 NELSON, Julian L, Agent for "Julian's Hall and Lounge LLC", Class B Tavern and Public Entertainment Premises License Renewal Applications for "Julian's Hall and Lounge" at 2125 W North Av. (Expires 3/5/2021) The applicant stated there is an abandoned apartment above the premises and someone broke in. He added that he's the one who called the police and he has filed his COVID plan with the Health Department. Individual also present: Dameon Ellzey - 15th District Legislative Assistant stated the applicant needs to file a COVID plan with the Health Department. 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- Coggs, Kovac, Borkowski, Dodd and Lewis No 0 15 HASAN, Mohammed M Class A Malt and Food Dealer License Renewal Applications for "BROWN STREET FOODS" at 2485 W BROWN St. (Expires 4/9/2021) Individual also present: Dameon Ellzey - 15th District Legislative Assistant stated they have received complaints about the premises, but Ald. Stamper is in support. Individual present in support: City of Milwaukee Page 9 LICENSES COMMITTEE Meeting Minutes March 9, 2021 Rain Harris 1930 N 25th St stated she is in support and the incident on the police report was someone who doesn't live in the neighborhood. 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 15 PATTERSON, Derambo J, Agent for "RVS FOOD & LIQUOR LLC", Class A Malt and Food Dealer License Applications for "RV Food Mart" at 1556 N 33RD St. The applicant stated he paid his fines and is staying out of trouble. Individual also present: Dameon Ellzey - 15th District Legislative Assistant stated Ald. Stamper has spoken with the applicant 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 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 4/9/2021) Appearing with the applicant: Atty. Ajit Walia Individual also present: Ald. Bauman stated there has been no gunplay in the police report. Individual present in support: Bobby McQuay Near Westside Partners stated the premises has been good community partners. 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: Aye 5- Coggs, Kovac, Borkowski, Dodd and Lewis No 0 04 MCQUILLIAN, William P, Agent for "Central Standard LLC", Class B Beer License Renewal and Transfer Applications with Change of Location for "Central Standard Craft Distillery" at 320 E Clybourn St. Individual also present: Ald. Bauman stated he has no objections. Ald. Lewis moved approval. (Prevailed 5-0) A motion was made by ALD. LEWIS that this Motion be AMENDED. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote: Aye 5- Coggs, Kovac, Borkowski, Dodd and Lewis No 0 City of Milwaukee Page 10 LICENSES COMMITTEE Meeting Minutes March 9, 2021 04 HUGHES, Evan, Agent for "Central Standard LLC", Food Dealer License Application for "Central Standard Craft Distillery" at 320 E Clybourn St. Individual also present: Ald. Bauman stated he has no objections. Ald. Lewis moved approval. (Prevailed 5-0) A motion was made by ALD. LEWIS that this Motion be AMENDED. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote: Aye 5- Coggs, Kovac, Borkowski, Dodd and Lewis No 0 04 NELSON, Mei lyn, Agent for "The Loft on Broadway, LLC", Class B Tavern and Public Entertainment Premises License Applications Requesting Instrumental Musicians, Disc Jockey, Bands, Karaoke, Poetry Readings, Comedy Acts, Dancing by Performers, and Patrons Dancing for "The Loft on Broadway" at 177 N BROADWAY #3rd Floor. Individual also present: Ald. Bauman stated he has no objections. 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 04 PLISS, Sean A, Agent for "Charro Latino, LLC", Class B Tavern, Public Entertainment Premises, Food Dealer, Sidewalk Dining, and Loading Zone License Renewal Applications with Change of Agent and Shareholder for "The Garden/Lucid" at 725-729 N Milwaukee St. (Expired 12/28/2020) Atty. Luke Chiarelli stated the building where the premises is located has been sold, but there is no change to the ownership of the licensed premises. Individual also present: Ald. Bauman stated he is confused about who is running the premises and who is authorizing Mr. Pliss to become the new agent. 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 04 MCCAIN, Timothy J, Agent for "Wisconsin Ave Partners LLC", Hotel/Motel License Renewal Application for "Hampton Inn & Suites Milwaukee Downtown" at 176 W Wisconsin Av. (Expired 1/9/2021) Atty. Michael Maloff Individual present in opposition: Kevin Glowicki stated he was confronted by an employee when he as leaving the hotel. He added that the hotel has multiple ordinance violations. Ald. Kovac moved approval with a warning letter based on neighborhood testimony and operating with a lapsed license. (Prevailed 4-1, Ald. Lewis voting no) A motion was made by ALD. KOVAC that this Motion be AMENDED. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote: City of Milwaukee Page 11 LICENSES COMMITTEE Meeting Minutes March 9, 2021 Aye 4- Coggs, Kovac, Borkowski and Dodd No 1- Lewis 04 KRAHN, Scott A, Agent for "PPH Properties I LLC", Class B Tavern and Public Entertainment Premises License Transfer Applications with Change of Shareholder for "Silk Exotic Gentlemen's Club" at 730 N Old World Third St. Appearing on behalf of the applicant: Atty. David Halbrooks Individual also present: Ald. Bauman stated he has no objections. Ald. Dodd moved approval. (Prevailed 5-0) A motion was made by ALD. DODD that this Motion be AMENDED. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote: Aye 5- Coggs, Kovac, Borkowski, Dodd and Lewis No 0 14 MCCLONE-CARRIERE, Michelle M, Agent for "Lion's Tooth, LLC", Class B Beer, Class C Wine, and Food Dealer License Applications for "Lion's Tooth" at 2421 S KINNICKINNIC Av. Appearing with the applicant: Cris Siqueira Individual also present: Ald. Dimitrijevic stated she has no objections. 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 14 MCALOON, Thomas J, Agent for "Dollar Tree Stores Inc", Food Dealer License Renewal Application with Change of Agent for "Dollar Tree # 4823" at 3555 S Howell Av. (Expired 10/10/2020) Appearing on behalf of the applicant: Atty. Josh Gimbel stated he will provide a written plan of operation regarding trash and shopping carts. Individual also present: Ald. Dimitrijevic stated she has received complaints regarding trash and shopping carts. Ald. Lewis moved approval with a warning letter based on aldermanic testimony. (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 14 FRANCO, Jorge L, Agent for "Cleveland Auto Repair LLC", Recycling, Salvaging, or Towing Premises License Renewal Application for "Cleveland Auto Repair" at 707 W CLEVELAND Av. (Expires 4/4/2021) The applicant stated he has a lawyer handling his court case. City of Milwaukee Page 12 LICENSES COMMITTEE Meeting Minutes March 9, 2021 Individual also present: Ald. Dimitrijevic recommends a warning letter based on the police report. 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 Agenda Only 03 PANAGIOTOPOULOS, Heidi A, Agent for "GPJ OF MILWAUKEE, INC", Class B Tavern, Extended Hours Establishment, and Food Dealer License Renewal Applications with Transfer of Stock for "MA FISCHER'S" at 2214 N FARWELL Av. 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 01 ALI, Zohra, Agent for "STAR 27 CORPORATION", Class A Malt, Food Dealer, Public Entertainment Premises, and Extended Hours Establishments License Renewal Applications for "ONE STOP PANTRY" at 3927 W VILLARD 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- Coggs, Kovac, Borkowski, Dodd and Lewis No 0 A motion was made by ALD. BORKOWSKI 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 Licenses Committee may convene into closed session on Tuesday, March 9, 2021 in Room 301-B, City Hall, 200 E. Wells St., Milwaukee, Wisconsin, pursuant to s. 19.85(1)(g), Wis. Stats., for the purpose of conferring with the City Attorney who will render oral or written advice with respect to litigation in which the city is or is likely to become involved, and then may go back into open session for the regular agenda. Ald. Kovac moved to convene into closed session. (Roll Call: 5-0) The Committee convened into closed session at 3:06 PM. The meeting adjourned at 3:45 PM Molly Kuether-Steele City of Milwaukee Page 13 LICENSES COMMITTEE Meeting Minutes March 9, 2021 Staff Assistant City of Milwaukee Page 14