LICENSES COMMITTEE
Regular MeetingMilwaukee, WI · June 7, 2022
Minutes
City Hall
City of Milwaukee 200 East Wells Street
Milwaukee, WI 53202
Meeting Minutes
LICENSES COMMITTEE
ALD. MILELE A. COGGS, CHAIR
Ald. Mark A. Borkowski, VICE-CHAIR
Ald. Nikiya Dodd, Ald. Scott P. Spiker, and Ald. Ashanti
Hamilton
Staff Assistant, Yadira Melendez-Hagedorn, 414-286-2775
Fax: 414-286-3456, Y.Melendez-Hagedorn@milwaukee.gov
Legislative Liaison, Jeffrey Osterman, 414-286-2262,
joster@milwaukee.gov
Tuesday, June 7, 2022 9:00 AM Committee Room City Hall
The meeting was called to order at 9:07 am
1. 220120 Motion relating to the recommendations of the Licenses Committee
relating to licenses.
Sponsors: THE CHAIR
04 RYAN, Richard J, Agent for "PTG Live Events LLC", Class B Tavern and Public
Entertainment Premises License Application Requesting Instrumental Musicians, Disc
Jockey, Adult Entertainment/Strippers/Erotic Dance, 5 Motion Pictures, Bands, Magic
Shows, Wrestling, Battle of the Bands, Poetry Readings, Patron Contests, 50
Concerts/Year, Comedy Acts, Dancing by Performers, Patrons Dancing and 10
Theatrical Performances/Year for "Pabst Theater Group" at 500 W Kilbourn Av.
The applicant was present and said that the Pabst Group is looking to run another
entertainment venue.
Individuals also present:
Ald. Bauman asked what is the plan for the exotic/strippers dancers.
The applicant said that they basically checked all the boxes on the application to be
covered in case is needed.
Ald. Bauman said that he has no objections.
Ald. Spiker moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)
A motion was made by ALD. SPIKER that this Motion be AMENDED. This
motion PREVAILED by the following vote:
Aye 5 - Borkowski, Dodd, Spiker, Hamilton, and Perez
Aye 5- Borkowski, Dodd, Spiker, Hamilton, and Perez
No 0
No 0
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Excused 1 - Coggs
Excused 1- Coggs
04 LOVE, Rhondi M, Agent for "Edith LLC", Class B Tavern License Application for
"Edith" at 228 W WELLS St.
The applicant was present with technical difficulties at 9:12 am
The applicant was present at 9:18 am
Individuals also present:
Ald. Bauman said that he has no objections.
Ald. Dodd moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)
A motion was made by ALD. DODD that this Motion be AMENDED. This motion
PREVAILED by the following vote:
Aye 5- Borkowski, Dodd, Spiker, Hamilton, and Perez
No 0
Excused 1- Coggs
04 RAZAA, Tiana M, Agent for "S'LUSH LLC", Class B Tavern, Food Dealer and
Public Entertainment Premises License Applications Requesting Bands and Poetry
Readings for "S'Lush Daiquiri Lounge & Event Space" at 1110 N MARTIN L KING JR
DR #Suite #100.
The applicant was present and said that they are trying to expand into the downtown
area and use the space for private events as well.
Individuals also present:
Ald. Bauman requested to hold the application in order to meet with the applicant
because it is a large application that needs more conversation due the high activity on
the MLK entertainment district and the capacity of the venue.
Ald. Perez moved to hold the application to the call of the chair. There were no
objections. (Prevailed 5-0)
A motion was made by ALD. PEREZ that this Motion be HELD TO CALL OF THE
CHAIR. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote:
Aye 5- Borkowski, Dodd, Spiker, Hamilton, and Perez
No 0
Excused 1- Coggs
04 TORKILDSON, David, Agent for "ABM Industry Groups, LLC", Parking Lot License
Renewal Application for "ABM Parking Services" at 404 W St Paul Av. (Expires
7/6/2022)
The applicant was present.
Individuals also present:
Ald. Bauman said that he received a complaint from a customer who paid for parking
and received a letter from an attorney requesting a $65 fee. Added that the appearance
is bad looking for being across the street from the Intermodal Station and asked the
applicant what the plans are for improving the appearance of the lot.
The applicant said that he just runs the parking lot.
Ald. Bauman asked to hold the application while the applicant asks the owner about
the landscaping plans for the lot for the next meeting.
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The applicant said that it is not up to him to make improvements and that it is not
required that he knows.
Ald. Hamilton moved to hold the application to the call of the chair. There were no
objections. (Prevailed 5-0)
A motion was made by ALD. HAMILTON that this Motion be HELD TO CALL OF
THE CHAIR. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote:
Aye 5- Borkowski, Dodd, Spiker, Hamilton, and Perez
No 0
Excused 1- Coggs
04 DIETRICH, Michael, Agent for "Kinn GH LL LLC", Loading Zone License
Application for "Kinn MKE Guesthouse" at 600 N BROADWAY.
The applicant was present along with Andrew H. Robinson who said that the
application was denied after the inspection was held and that they reached out for
businesses to support the application which will take away only 3 parking spots on
Michigan Av. and that the loading zone is needed for loading customers, goods,
garbage, etc. and to continue with the success of the Kinn.
Individuals also present:
Ald. Bauman said that loading zones are available to everyone not only for businesses
and that the Department Public Works do not authorizes the loading zones. He
explained that the inspection they make is
for traffic purposes. Ald. Bauman added that he already approved a loading zone for
the the applicant on Broadway St and that he opposes to the 5 spots on Michigan St
because it is a 20 room hotel. Ald. Bauman also mentioned that the hotel across the
street have also a loading zone and that there is to be used for
everyone who needs it because they are not owned by the applicant.
The applicant said that using the loading zones across the street is inconvenient and
that this request is for safety reasons and the continuing success of the business.
Ald. Bauman said that no hotel in downtown holds a 7 parking spots loading zone.
Ald. Hamilton said that this "all or nothing" proposals are unnecessary and that there
has to be a compromise because of the parking situation in downtown and move to
hold the application until there is an agreement. There were no objections. (Prevailed
5-0)
A motion was made by ALD. DODD that this Motion be HELD TO CALL OF THE
CHAIR. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote:
Aye 5- Borkowski, Dodd, Spiker, Hamilton, and Perez
No 0
Excused 1- Coggs
09 JONES, Sheila C, Agent for "A 2 Z AUTO LLC", Secondhand Motor Vehicle
Dealer's License Application for "A 2 Z AUTO" at 6922 W GOOD HOPE Rd.
The applicant was present along with the manager Arthur Burks.
Individuals in support:
Jackie Burrell – President Westlawn Resident Council
Individuals also present:
Ald. Lewis asked about if there are any changes on the plan of operations.
The manager said that nothing will be changed from the previous operation and that
the business is well lit now and that it can be definitely seen at night.
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Ald. Lewis said that she has no problem with the application.
Ald. Dodd moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)
A motion was made by ALD. DODD that this Motion be AMENDED. This motion
PREVAILED by the following vote:
Aye 5- Borkowski, Dodd, Spiker, Hamilton, and Perez
No 0
Excused 1- Coggs
09 BLAIN, Bobby R, Agent for "PERKINS BOYZ ON THA GRILL LLC", Change of
Circumstance Request to Reconsider over Concentration the Class B Tavern License
Application and Food and Alcohol Permanent Extension Applications for "PERKINS
BOYZ ON THA GRILL" at 6818 W BROWN DEER Rd.
The applicant was present along with Margot Perkins and explained that they filed a
change of circumstance because the original application was denied due concentration
and, that they are trying to expand their services because they cannot survive the way
they are now.
Individuals also present:
Ald. Lewis said that they have met the requirements with the application and with the
neighborhood committee and, that they are very excited to have a space where to sit
and that she has no objections.
Ald. Perez moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)
A motion was made by ALD. PEREZ that this Motion be AMENDED. This motion
PREVAILED by the following vote:
Aye 5- Borkowski, Dodd, Spiker, Hamilton, and Perez
No 0
Excused 1- Coggs
09 BANSAL, Bharat, Agent for "SILVERSPRING SENTRY LLC", Class A Malt &
Class A Liquor License Application for "Sentry Foods" at 6350 W SILVER SPRING
DR.
The applicant was present.
Individuals in support:
Stephanie Harling - Havenwoods Economic Development Corporation- said that they
are in support of this application because it is a win big for the community since
services like a grocery store will be delivered to the neighbors.
Paul Williams - HACM – said that he submitted a letter of support for the file and that
the store will provide fresh food, produce and meats to the community.
Jacki Burrell – President, Westlawn Resident Council
Kailin Hahn – Neighbor
Pastor Winkel – Neighbor and Pastor in the area
Ald. Lewis said that she has been working with the applicant for several months and
that she is happy to fill in the needs of the community and that she does not have
objections.
Ald. Perez moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)
A motion was made by ALD. PEREZ that this Motion be AMENDED. This motion
PREVAILED by the following vote:
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Aye 5- Borkowski, Dodd, Spiker, Hamilton, and Perez
No 0
Excused 1- Coggs
09 DHILLON, Gurmeet K, Agent for "Royal Plaza Liquor Inc", Class A Malt & Class A
Liquor License Renewal Application for "Royal Plaza Liquor Inc" at 8700 W BROWN
DEER Rd. (Expired 4/10/2022)
The applicant was not present.
Ald. Hamilton move denial upon second nonappearance. There were no objections.
(Prevailed 5-0)
A motion was made by ALD. HAMILTON that this Motion be AMENDED. This
motion PREVAILED by the following vote:
Aye 5- Borkowski, Dodd, Spiker, Hamilton, and Perez
No 0
Excused 1- Coggs
05 ROCK, Brent T, Class B Tavern; Food Dealer and Public Entertainment Premises
License Renewal Applications Adding 3 Amusement Machines for "MITCHELL'S
TAVERN" at 10433 W APPLETON Av. (Expires 7/6/2022)
The applicant was present who said that he has no comments about the police report.
Individuals also present:
Ald. Dodd moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)
A motion was made by ALD. DODD that this Motion be AMENDED. This motion
PREVAILED by the following vote:
Aye 5- Borkowski, Dodd, Spiker, Hamilton, and Perez
No 0
Excused 1- Coggs
05 GANDY, Candy C, Agent for "A DIFFERENT VIBE LOUNGE LLC", Class B
Tavern and Public Entertainment Premises License Applications Requesting
Instrumental Musicians, Disc Jockey, Jukebox, Bands, Magic, Karaoke, Poetry
Readings, Comedy Acts, Dancing by Performers, Patrons Dancing and 1 Portable
Pool Table for "A DIFFERENT VIBE LOUNGE" at 5400 N LOVERS LANE Rd.
The applicant was present.
Individuals also present:
Ald. Dodd said that she would like to hold the application to have a talk with Ms.
Gandy before moving forward.
Ald. Dodd moved to hold the application to the call of the chair. There were no
objections. (Prevailed 5-0)
A motion was made by ALD. DODD that this Motion be HELD TO CALL OF THE
CHAIR. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote:
Aye 5- Borkowski, Dodd, Spiker, Hamilton, and Perez
No 0
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Excused 1- Coggs
12 CRUZ, Julio L, Agent for "JLC Towing, LLC", Recycling, Salvaging, or Towing
Premises License Application for Non-Consensual Towing and Removing and/or
Recycling Junk/Valuable Metal for "JLC Towing" at 1328 S 10th St.
The applicant was not present.
Ald. Perez moved to hold the application to the call of the chair. There were no
objections. (Prevailed 5-0)
A motion was made by ALD. PEREZ that this Motion be HELD TO CALL OF THE
CHAIR. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote:
Aye 5- Borkowski, Dodd, Spiker, Hamilton, and Perez
No 0
Excused 1- Coggs
12 MARTINEZ, JR, Felipe, Agent for "Walkers Lounge & Events LLC", Permanent
Extension of Premise Applications for Alcohol and Food and Sidewalk Dining License
Application Adding Sidewalk at the West Side of Premises, Deck at the North and
Parking Lot at the North-East Side of the Premises for "Walkers Lounge & Events" at
626 S 5TH St.
The applicant was present and said that the application is for outside dinning and
events.
Individuals also present:
Ald. Perez said that he is familiar with the building and asked the applicant what part
of the parking lot will be used.
The applicant said that a deck will be built at the end of the lot.
Ald. Perez asked for the hours of operation for the pergola on the parking lot.
The applicant said it will be closed at 8pm
Ald. Perez asked for the hours of operation for the sidewalk dinning.
The applicant said it will be closed at 9pm
Mr. Cooney said that those hours are not reflected on the application.
Ald. Perez moved to amend the application to close the pergola on the parking lot at
8:00 pm and the sidewalk dinning at 9:00 pm.
Ald. Perez moved approval as amended. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)
A motion was made by ALD. PEREZ that this Motion be AMENDED. This motion
PREVAILED by the following vote:
Aye 5- Borkowski, Dodd, Spiker, Hamilton, and Perez
No 0
Excused 1- Coggs
12 MAZABA MENDOZA, Gustavo, Agent for "Los Tres Jarochos Gyros and Tacos,
LLC", Food Dealer and Food Peddler License Renewal Applications for "Los Tres
Jarochos Gyros and Tacos" at 2075-79 S 13th St. (Expired 4/6/2022)
The applicant was present along with Elisa Maldonado as interpreter.
Individuals also present:
Ald. Perez said that this application was flagged and that the person in opposition is
not present so he does not have a problem with the application.
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Ald. Perez moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)
A motion was made by ALD. PEREZ that this Motion be AMENDED. This motion
PREVAILED by the following vote:
Aye 5- Borkowski, Dodd, Spiker, Hamilton, and Perez
No 0
Excused 1- Coggs
12 EWAN, Shana Y, Agent for "The Chi Lounge and Grill, LLC", Class B Tavern,
Food Dealer and Public Entertainment Premises License Applications Requesting
Disc Jockey, Patron Contests, Patrons Dancing, 1 Pool Table and Movie Projector
Screen for Music Videos for "The Chi Lounge" at 2000 S 13th St.
The applicant was present and said that she is trying to run her business "Chicago"
style.
Individuals also present:
Ald. Perez read the timeline of events that was added to the file and after that, he
asked the applicant why there was a bar operating without a license according to the
police report.
The applicant said that the building owner gave her the security deposit back because
they did not reached out an agreement and that later, the building owner reached back
to her to make business under her terms and, that she does not know what happened
in between.
Ald. Perez asked when was the last time that she talked to the landlord.
The applicant said that about 3 months ago.
Ald. Perez said that he also talked to the landlord who said that he was not going to
rent/lease the building to anyone and, that he feels uncomfortable moving forward
because the situation is not clear so he wants to have a meeting with both.
Ald. Perez moved to hold the application to the call of the chair. There were no
objections. (Prevailed 5-0)
A motion was made by ALD. PEREZ that this Motion be HELD TO CALL OF THE
CHAIR. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote:
Aye 5- Borkowski, Dodd, Spiker, Hamilton, and Perez
No 0
Excused 1- Coggs
08 MADRIGAL VILLAGOMEZ, Ignacio G, Agent for "Ya Llegaras Food LLC", Food
Dealer and Food Peddler License Renewal Applications for "Ya Llegaras Food" at 2501
W Greenfield Av. (Expires 6/22/2022)
The applicant was present.
Individuals also present:
Ald. Zamarripa said that a complaint was received from the 12th district because the
food truck parks for more than 2 hours in that district obstructing and affecting other
businesses.
The applicant said that he starts around 5 am and finishes around 11:30 am (the
latest) and that it's when most of the businesses open in the area where he parks
(12th St and Lincoln Av). He added that he is not taking business away.
Ald. Perez asked him to comply with the rules about moving the truck every 2 hours.
Ald. Zamarripa offered to talk to him about his responsibilities as a food peddler.
Ald. Perez moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)
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A motion was made by ALD. PEREZ that this Motion be AMENDED. This motion
PREVAILED by the following vote:
Aye 5- Borkowski, Dodd, Spiker, Hamilton, and Perez
No 0
Excused 1- Coggs
08 DAS, Arjith, Agent for "SARPT LLC", Class A Fermented Malt Beverage and Food
Dealer License Applications for "SAI FOOD & BEER" at 1201 S 33RD St.
The applicant was present.
Individuals in opposition:
Claire Zellner - 3322 W Scott St - said that her neighborhood is loaded with trucks
delivering products that weight more than the allowed limit.
Individuals also present:
Ald. Spiker said that he had this inquiry before and that it seems that the weight is not
a violation when it is for delivering purposes.
Atty. McNally said that the city has a limited capacity to control the weight of the
trucks for delivering purposes.
Ald. Zamarripa said that she reached out to DPW and that the response was the same
as the one discussed by Atty. McNally and Ald. Spiker and that is not easy to fulfill a
request for smaller trucks.
The applicant said that he will work with the company to avoid any parking in front of
Ms. Zellner’s house.
Ald. Hamilton moves approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)
A motion was made by ALD. HAMILTON that this Motion be AMENDED. This
motion PREVAILED by the following vote:
Aye 5- Borkowski, Dodd, Spiker, Hamilton, and Perez
No 0
Excused 1- Coggs
08 VALCARCEL, Julie L, Agent for "Valcarcel, LLC", Class B Tavern License
Application for "AsianRican Foods" at 3300 W Lincoln Av.
The applicant was present who said that she is applying for the alcohol license for the
existing food license.
Individuals also present:
Ald. Zamarripa said that the neighborhood seems to be in support and she welcomed
Ms. Valcarcel in the district.
Ald. Perez said that the applicant and her family were making pop ups at his district
and moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)
A motion was made by ALD. PEREZ that this Motion be AMENDED. This motion
PREVAILED by the following vote:
Aye 5- Borkowski, Dodd, Spiker, Hamilton, and Perez
No 0
Excused 1- Coggs
08 OBEROI, Meetu, Agent for "OBEROI REAL ESTATE LLC", Class A Malt & Class
A Liquor and Food Dealer License Applications for "Quick Pick Food Mart" at 3332 W
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LINCOLN Av.
The applicant was present said that her plan is to sell liquor, beer and food.
Individuals also present:
Ald. Zamarripa said that she is in support.
Ald. Dodd moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)
A motion was made by ALD. DODD that this Motion be AMENDED. This motion
PREVAILED by the following vote:
Aye 5- Borkowski, Dodd, Spiker, Hamilton, and Perez
No 0
Excused 1- Coggs
08 SINGH, Gurmukh, Agent for "Starlite Beer & Food, Inc.", Class A Malt & Class A
Liquor License Application for "Starlite Food" at 2013 W Burnham St.
The applicant was present who said that the police wrote the ticket even after
presenting the license and that he has made sure that the employees have the
licenses handy regarding the item on the police report.
Individuals also present:
Ald. Zamarripa said that she cannot support new alcohol licenses coming into the area
because of concentration and in combination with a convenience store.
The applicant said that customers are asking for liquor because they don’t have a car
to go to other stores that are far and that is why he applied for the license.
Ald. Hamilton moved denial based on concentration and aldermanic testimony. There
were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)
A motion was made by ALD. HAMILTON that this Motion be AMENDED. This
motion PREVAILED by the following vote:
Aye 5- Borkowski, Dodd, Spiker, Hamilton, and Perez
No 0
Excused 1- Coggs
08 BARBA-MARTIN, Susana L, Agent for "Tu Casa LLC", Class B Tavern, Food
Dealer and Public Entertainment Premises License Renewal Applications for "Tu Casa
Mexican Restaurant & Bar" at 3710 W LINCOLN Av. (Expires 7/9/2022)
Atty. Osman Mirza appeared on behalf of the applicant and the applicant was present
on the board.
Individuals also present:
Ald. Perez asked if private security is allowed to use the pepper spray regarding the
item on the police report.
Sgt. Velasquez that they are allowed if they have the proper permit.
Ald. Zamarripa asked if the applicants holds a permit to carry the pepper spray.
The applicant said that the security company has the permit.
Ald. Zamarripa asked for the name of the security company.
The applicant said that it is State Wide Elite Protection.
Ald. Zamarripa asked if the employee involved in the incident still works there.
The applicant said that is no longer at his business and that probably was sent to
another one.
Individuals in opposition:
Virginio Miranda and Karina Perea – 1315 S 14th St – appeared to testify on an
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incident that is not on the police report.
Individuals also present:
Ald. Zamarripa said that she is concerned about the business going in a different
direction from the original plan which is a "restaurant" because it is advertised more as
a night club than a restaurant in social media.She added that there were gun shots in
May.
Atty. Mirza said that he is aware of the incident and that he has seen the video which
is about 3 individuals leaving the bar and firing seven gun shots into the air.
Ald. Zamarripa asked the applicant to close at midnight to avoid the incidents that
happens after midnight and that are reflected on the police report.
Atty. Mirza said that it will be a significant loss of revenue for the business with closing
at midnight.
Ald. Zamarripa said that she is trying to compromise.
Atty. Mirza said that closing at 1:30 am would be a good compromise.
Ald. Perez said that patrons leaving and even driving a block away, it is a
responsibility for the licensee.
Ald. Perez moved to hold the application to the call of the chair with the expectation
that the applicant and Ald. Zamarripa come to an agreement.
Ald. Spiker asked Atty. McNally if there is an issue holding the application.
Atty. McNally said that he does not see an issue because the special meeting will be
held before the expiration date.
Ald. Perez moved to hold the application to the call of the chair. There were no
objections. (Prevailed 5-0)
A motion was made by ALD. PEREZ that this Motion be HELD TO CALL OF THE
CHAIR. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote:
Aye 5- Borkowski, Dodd, Spiker, Hamilton, and Perez
No 0
Excused 1- Coggs
14 RIVAS, Christopher D, Agent for "Aldi, Inc (Wisconsin)", Food Dealer and Weights
& Measures License Renewal Applications with Change of Agent for "Aldi #88" at 1325
W CLEVELAND Av. (Expires 6/30/2022)
The applicant was present along with the District Manager, Daniel Martin.
The individuals also present:
Ald. Perez said that there is complaint about the aggressive panhandling and that he
can talk about it because he visits the store regularly and, that he has brought it to the
store’s attention.
Ald. Dimitrijevic said that the panhandling is aggressive and that it is the reason why
the application is scheduled and requested a plan from Aldi.
Mr. Martin said that they have put in place a plan and that District 2 is aware of it and,
that they have filed a restriction order against this one individual. He added that they
have also requested security for all the business hours and placed signage as well.
Ald. Dimitrijevic said that she has no objections with moving forward.
Ald. Perez recommended to reached out to other businesses in order to alert each
other from individuals who refuse to leave private property.
Mr. Martin said they do.
Ald. Perez moved approval with a warning letter based on the police report.
There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)
A motion was made by ALD. PEREZ that this Motion be AMENDED. This motion
PREVAILED by the following vote:
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Aye 5- Borkowski, Dodd, Spiker, Hamilton, and Perez
No 0
Excused 1- Coggs
14 KOUTECKY, Robin L, Agent for "CLEMENTINES TAVERN LLC", Permanent
Extension of Premise Application for Alcohol and Food for "Clementines" at 3143 S
CLEMENT Av.
The applicant was present and said that the patio will be open until 10pm.
Individuals also present:
Ald. Dimitrijevic said that she is in support of the application.
Ald. Dodd moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0)
Ald. Perez was excused from the meeting at 12:38 pm
A motion was made by ALD. DODD that this Motion be AMENDED. This motion
PREVAILED by the following vote:
Aye 5- Borkowski, Dodd, Spiker, Hamilton, and Perez
No 0
Excused 1- Coggs
14 MALACARA, Mario C, Agent for "Blackwood Bros Restaurant and Social Club
LLC", Public Entertainment Premises License Application Requesting Instrumental
Musicians, Bands, Poetry Readings and Patron Contests for "Blackwood Bros
Restaurant and Social Club" at 3001 S KINNICKINNIC Av.
The applicant was present along with Atty. Michael Maistelman who said that it is a
restaurant that wants to offer additional entertainment and, that he is aware that there
have been issues with the previous ownership and neighbors and, that they have taken
steps to avoid those issues.
Individuals also present:
Ald. Dimitrijevic said that it is a fact that there were issues with the previous owner and
that she sent a postcard survey and, that the results are in support and wanted to
make sure that there is no outdoor music/entertainment.
Atty. Maistelman confirmed that there is no outdoor music/entertainment.
Ald. Hamilton moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 4-0).
A motion was made by ALD. HAMILTON that this Motion be AMENDED. This
motion PREVAILED by the following vote:
Aye 4- Borkowski, Dodd, Spiker, and Hamilton
No 0
Excused 2- Coggs, and Perez
13 PATEL, Sanjay R, Agent for "S&JP Hospitality Group, Inc.", Food Dealer License
Renewal Application for "Econo Lodge" at 6541 S 13th St. (Expires 6/30/2022)
The applicant was present along with Atty. Kevin Weiss.
Atty. Weiss said that there are a number of incidences and that the staff have been
cooperative with the police.
Individuals also present:
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Ald. Spiker said this is a food license renewal and that they must work and address
the items on the police report before the hotel/motel license expires.
Ald. Spiker moved approval with a warning letter based on the police report. There were
no objections. (Prevailed 4-0)
The meeting paused at 12:51 pm
Reconvened at 1:23 pm
A motion was made by ALD. SPIKER that this Motion be AMENDED. This
motion PREVAILED by the following vote:
Aye 4- Borkowski, Dodd, Spiker, and Hamilton
No 0
Excused 2- Coggs, and Perez
DUKE, Michael L, Agent for "Duke Towing & Salvage LLC", Recycling, Salvaging or
Towing Vehicle License Application for Non-Consensual Towing and
Collecting/Delivering Junk and Valuable Metal for "Duke Towing & Salvage LLC" at
N2494 Giles DR.
The applicant was present and said that the last item on the police report, was about
an altercation with another vehicle and, that he is about to retain a lawyer to continue
with the process.
Individuals also present:
Ald. Dodd moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 4-0)
A motion was made by ALD. DODD that this Motion be AMENDED. This motion
PREVAILED by the following vote:
Aye 4- Borkowski, Dodd, Spiker, and Hamilton
No 0
Excused 2- Coggs, and Perez
BOTELLO, Cain, Agent for "Eagle Eye General Contracting, LLC", Home Improvement
Contractor's License Renewal Application for "Eagle Eye General Contracting" at 1118
S 35th St. (Expired) 11/12/2021)
The applicat was present and said that the item on the police report was rescheduled
for August 9th, 2022.
Individuals also present:
Ald. Borkowski asked the applicant how much he drives to do this type of job.
The applicant said that he has a driver now while his license is suspended (until
October).
Ald. Borkowski said that he wants him to succeed and recommended him to keep his
driver to help him do so.
Ald. Hamilton moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 4-0)
A motion was made by ALD. HAMILTON that this Motion be AMENDED. This
motion PREVAILED by the following vote:
Aye 5- Borkowski, Dodd, Spiker, Hamilton, and Perez
No 0
Excused 1- Coggs
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HER, Meng, Agent for "Home Element Renovations LLC", Home Improvement
Contractor's License Application for "Home Element Renovations LLC" at 2846 N 55TH
St.
The applicant was present and said that he still on supervision and that he has been
following the procedure with no issues and, that his plan is to remodel abandoned
houses within the city.
Individuals also present:
Ald. Spiker moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 4-0)
A motion was made by ALD. SPIKER that this Motion be AMENDED. This
motion PREVAILED by the following vote:
Aye 4- Borkowski, Dodd, Spiker, and Hamilton
No 0
Excused 2- Coggs, and Perez
ATKINSON, Latonia Class D Operator’s License Application
The applicant was not present.
Ald. Dodd moved to hold the application to the call of the chair for first nonappearance.
There were no objections. (Prevailed 4-0)
A motion was made by ALD. DODD that this Motion be HELD TO CALL OF THE
CHAIR. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote:
Aye 4- Borkowski, Dodd, Spiker, and Hamilton
No 0
Excused 2- Coggs, and Perez
FALK, Michael Class D Operator’s License Application
The applicant was not present.
Ald. Hamilton moved denial upon second nonappearance. There were no objections.
(Prevailed 4-0)
A motion was made by ALD. HAMILTON that this Motion be AMENDED. This
motion PREVAILED by the following vote:
Aye 5- Borkowski, Dodd, Spiker, Hamilton, and Perez
No 0
Excused 1- Coggs
RUMISEK, Amanda J Class D Operator’s License Renewal Application
The applicant was not present.
Ald. Dodd moved denial upon second nonappearance. There were no objections
(Prevailed 4-0)
A motion was made by ALD. DODD that this Motion be AMENDED. This motion
PREVAILED by the following vote:
Aye 4- Borkowski, Dodd, Spiker, and Hamilton
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No 0
Excused 2- Coggs, and Perez
07 SZULCZEWSKI, Willie L, Agent for "Piercings Plus, LLC", Tattoo and Body
Piercing License Renewal Application for "Piercings Plus Tattooing and Piercing" at
4412 W Center St. (Expires 6/30/2022)
The applicant was present.
Individuals in opposition:
Corie Coppinger – said that the neighborhood association is out to make business
to work with the neighbors by requesting to follow up a list of simple guidelines which
are common sense (she read the list). She said that she is concerned because she
picks up garbage, hears gun shots, prostitution is around because the way the
business is advertised. She said that the business is surrounded by a kindergarten,
grade and high schools and that solicitors park illegally, blast music, throw garbage
during the school hours as well. She asked the applicant to work with the neighbors so
his customers respect them.
Ald. Rainey said that this is the same area as Jay’s Food and that even if there is
nothing on the police report, the irregular parking, gathering and garbage are a
constant problem.
The applicant said that he has signs about the parking situation inside and in front of
the building and that he reminds his clients about parking properly.
Ald. Hamilton moved approval with a warning letter based on the fact that both parts
are working together and to increase the communication. There were no objections.
(Prevailed 4-0)
A motion was made by ALD. HAMILTON that this Motion be AMENDED. This
motion PREVAILED by the following vote:
Aye 4- Borkowski, Dodd, Spiker, and Hamilton
No 0
Excused 2- Coggs, and Perez
07 MOHAMMAD, Younas I, Agent for "A&I PETROLEUM, LLC", Extended Hours
Establishments, Filling Station, Food Dealer and Weights & Measures License
Renewal Applications for "GAS DEPOT" at 2707 W BURLEIGH St. (Expires 7/6/2022)
The applicant was present along with Atty. Michael Maistelman who said that they are
concerned about the gun violence and that not much can be done because of the
exponential problem with gun control. Added that they are going to consult with Les
Jones about this matter.
Individuals also present:
Ald. Rainey said that the item on the police report is a tragedy, that he has talked to
the applicant and his attorney and, that there is nothing that could be done to prevent
the incident from happening and recommended approval with a warning letter.
Ald. Spiker moved approval with a warning letter based on the police report. There were
no objections. (Prevailed 4-0)
A motion was made by ALD. SPIKER that this Motion be AMENDED. This
motion PREVAILED by the following vote:
Aye 4- Borkowski, Dodd, Spiker, and Hamilton
No 0
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Excused 2- Coggs, and Perez
01 GRANDBERRY, Ricky J, Agent for "Lil G's Social Lounge LLC", Class B Tavern
and Public Entertainment Premises License Applications Requesting Disc Jockey,
Bands, Karaoke, 1 Amusement Machine, Poetry Readings, Patron Contests, Comedy
Acts, Patrons Dancing and 1 Pool Table for "Lil G's Social Lounge" at 3622 W
VILLARD Av.
The applicant was present and said that he has been around the tavern business for
some years and, that he is buying the business from a family member who is retiring
and, that he wants to add a social lounge and dancing.
Individuals also present:
Ald. Hamilton said that he is familiar with the location and that his business proposal
fits with it. He added that since no neighbors are present moved approval. There were
no objections. (Prevailed 4-0)
A motion was made by ALD. HAMILTON that this Motion be AMENDED. This
motion PREVAILED by the following vote:
Aye 4- Borkowski, Dodd, Spiker, and Hamilton
No 0
Excused 2- Coggs, and Perez
01 WILKS, Anthony T, Agent for "JACKS LOUNGE LLC", Class B Tavern and Public
Entertainment Premises License Applications Requesting Disc Jockey, Bands,
Karaoke, Poetry Readings and Patrons Dancing for "Jack's Executive Bistro" at 4923
W VILLARD Av.
The applicant was present and said that the items on the police report are in the past
and, that he wants to open a family restaurant for the neighborhood. He added that the
main dishes are recipes that have been in his family for generations.
Individuals in support:
Marliah Moore - Neighbor
Individuals also present:
Ald. Hamilton said that the applicant have shown sensitivity to the neighborhood and
that he appreciates the willingness to work around the neighborhood challenges and,
that the applicant seems to be prepared and ready.
Ald. Hamilton moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 4-0)
A motion was made by ALD. HAMILTON that this Motion be AMENDED. This
motion PREVAILED by the following vote:
Aye 4- Borkowski, Dodd, Spiker, and Hamilton
No 0
Excused 2- Coggs, and Perez
15 SAED, Ahmad F, Agent for "Eskandar LLC", Class A Fermented Malt Beverage,
Food Dealer and Weights & Measures License Applications for "Community Foods" at
2800 N 27TH St.
The applicant was present and said that he is taking over an existing business
because the owner is retiring.
Individuals also present:
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Mr. Ellzey said that the office of Ald. Stamper has no objections.
Ald. Spiker moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 4-0)
A motion was made by ALD. SPIKER that this Motion be AMENDED. This
motion PREVAILED by the following vote:
Aye 4- Borkowski, Dodd, Spiker, and Hamilton
No 0
Excused 2- Coggs, and Perez
06 STOLZENBURG, Matthew C, Tattoo and Body Piercing Renewal Application for
"Black Dawn Tattoo" at 424 E LOCUST St. (Expires 6/30/2022)
The applicant was present and said that his attorney is working on the item from the
police report and that it has been an embarrassing situation overall.
Individuals also present:
Ald. Hamilton said that Ald. Coggs feels comfortable moving forward.
Ald. Hamilton moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 4-0)
A motion was made by ALD. HAMILTON that this Motion be AMENDED. This
motion PREVAILED by the following vote:
Aye 4- Borkowski, Dodd, Spiker, and Hamilton
No 0
Excused 2- Coggs, and Perez
06 SEKHON, Parminder S, Agent for "Ludhiana Inc", Class B Fermented Malt
Beverage License Application for "Li'l General" at 233 W Center St.
The applicant was present and said that he has done business for 27 years and that
he is trying to have more business in the premises by opening a bar with a tv and, that
he is asking for a chance to see how it works.
Individuals also present:
Ms. Dantzler said that Ald. Coggs met with the applicant but that she wants more time
to have a neighborhood meeting to make sure that the stakeholders are fine with the
plan.
Ald. Hamilton moved to hold the application to the call of the chair. There were no
objections. (Prevailed 4-0)
A motion was made by ALD. HAMILTON that this Motion be HELD TO CALL OF
THE CHAIR. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote:
Aye 4- Borkowski, Dodd, Spiker, and Hamilton
No 0
Excused 2- Coggs, and Perez
Agenda Only
GROHALL, James G, Agent for "DJ NOVELTY, INC.", Amusement Machine or
Jukebox Distributors License Renewal Application with Change of Location for "DJ
NOVELTY" at 1949 S 72ND St.
04 FRANSON, Ryan, Agent for "BUFFALO BLDG CONDO ASSOC, INC", Loading
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Zone License Renewal Application with Change of Agent for "Buffalo Condos" at 312 E
BUFFALO St.
04 NELSON, Mei lyn, Agent for "The Loft on Broadway, LLC", Class B Tavern and
Public Entertainment Premises License Renewal Applications with Transfer of Stock
for "The Loft on Broadway" at 177 N BROADWAY #3rd Floor.
10 FORD, Pattie L, Agent for "Paloma LLC", Class B Tavern License Renewal
Application with Change of Hours From Opening Mon - Fri at 5PM and Sat - Sun at
10AM; To Open Mon - Wed at 4PM and Thu - Sun at 11AM for "Paloma Taco &
Tequila" at 5419 W NORTH Av.
10 SAZAMA-SCHNECK, Stephanie L, Agent for "SAZCO, INC", Class B Tavern and
Food Dealer License Renewal Applications with Transfer of Stock for "SAZ'S STATE
HOUSE" at 5539 W STATE St.
11 MUTLAQ, Nabil M, Agent for "Mad Chicken WI, LLC", Extended Hours
Establishments and Food Dealer License Renewal Applications with Transfer of Stock
for "Mad Chicken" at 2735 W Oklahoma Av.
14 GITTRICH, Michael S, Agent for "Pizza People LLC", Loading Zone Permit
License Renewal Application with Reorganization of Legal Entity and Change of Agent
for "Toppers Pizza" at 2262 S KINNICKINNIC Av.
Ald. Spiker moved approval of the "Agenda Only" items. There were no objections.
(Prevailed 4-0)
A motion was made by ALD. SPIKER that this Motion be AMENDED. This
motion PREVAILED by the following vote:
Aye 4- Borkowski, Dodd, Spiker, and Hamilton
No 0
Excused 2- Coggs, and Perez
Warning Letter
12 WALIA, Harjeet S, Agent for "KULDIP, INC", Extended Hours Establishments,
Filling Station, Food Dealer, Weights & Measures and Self Service Laundry License
Renewal Application for "PANTRY 41 BP / RAZA LAUNDRY" at 1009 S 1ST St.
Ald. Dodd moved approval of the "Warning Letter' items. There were no objections.
(Prevailed 4-0)
A motion was made by ALD. DODD that this Motion be AMENDED. This motion
PREVAILED by the following vote:
Aye 4- Borkowski, Dodd, Spiker, and Hamilton
No 0
Excused 2- Coggs, and Perez
Ald. Spiker moved approvalof the file 220120 as amended. There were no objections.
(Prevailed 4-0)
A motion was made by ALD. SPIKER that this Motion be RECOMMENDED FOR
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APPROVAL. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote:
Aye 4- Borkowski, Dodd, Spiker, and Hamilton
No 0
Excused 2- Coggs, and Perez
The meeting adjourned at 2:40 pm
Yadira Melendez-H
Staff Assistant
This meeting can be viewed in its entirety through the City's Legislative Research
Center at http://milwaukee.legistar.com/calendar.
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Agenda
City Hall
City of Milwaukee 200 East Wells Street
Milwaukee, WI 53202
Meeting Agenda
LICENSES COMMITTEE
ALD. MILELE A. COGGS, CHAIR
Ald. Mark A. Borkowski, VICE-CHAIR
Ald. Nikiya Dodd, Ald. Scott P. Spiker, and Ald. Ashanti
Hamilton
Staff Assistant, Yadira Melendez-Hagedorn, 414-286-2775
Fax: 414-286-3456, Y.Melendez-Hagedorn@milwaukee.gov
Legislative Liaison, Jeffrey Osterman, 414-286-2262,
joster@milwaukee.gov
Tuesday, June 7, 2022 9:00 AM Committee Room City Hall
1. 220120 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.
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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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