LICENSES COMMITTEE

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. Jose G. Perez, Ald. Jonathan Brostoff, and Ald. Mark Chambers Staff Assistant, Yadira Melendez, 414-286-2775 Fax: 414-286-3456, Y.Melendez-Hagedorn@milwaukee.gov Legislative Liaison, Jeffrey Osterman, 414-286-2262, joster@milwaukee.gov Tuesday, November 29, 2022 8:45 AM Room 301-B, City Hall The meeting was called to order at 8:50 am 1. The Licenses Committee may convene into closed session on Tuesday, November 29th, 2022 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 into open session for the regular agenda. Ald. Borkoswki moved to closed session at 8:57 am. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0) Ald. Zamarripa and Ald. Spiker were present as well. Ald. Brostoff moved to return to the open session at 9:55 am. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0) Present 5 - Coggs, Borkowski, Perez, Brostoff, Chambers Jr. 2. 221159 Motion relating to the recommendations of the Licenses Committee relative to licenses. Sponsors: THE CHAIR 08 ALI, Abdel M, Agent for "LAKE VIEW MOTORS LLC", Secondhand Motor Vehicle Dealer's License Application for "Tom's Auto Sales" at 2802 W BURNHAM St. The applicant was present. Individuals also present: Ald. Zamarripa said that she has no objections. Ald. Borkowski moved approval. There were no objections. (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, Borkowski, Perez, Brostoff, and Chambers Jr. City of Milwaukee Page 1 LICENSES COMMITTEE Meeting Minutes November 29, 2022 No 0 08 MUSTAFA, Mazen T, Agent for "GOODSPOT, LLC", Class A Malt & Class A Liquor and Food Dealer License Renewal Applications for "GOODSPOT FOODS" at 2201 W NATIONAL Av. (Expired 11/26/2022) The applicant was present along with Atty. Vincent Bobot who said that the item on the police report will be completed on February 2023 and that this incident did not happened at the premises. Individuals also present: Ald. Perez asked the applicant what he is doing to address the loitering issue that he has seen at this business. The applicant said that he talks to the people first and call the police when the people do not leave and, that the police has access to the surveillance video. Atty. Bobot said that the street activity has decreased. Ald. Zamarripa said that she has talked to the captain and that there is a good relationship with the police like the applicant said and, that she wants to work with the applicant and Ald. Perez to be on top of the street activity. She wants that the applicant takes care of the litter and to show respect to the community. She also said that she has no objections. Ald. Chambers moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0) A motion was made by ALD. CHAMBERS, JR. that this Motion be AMENDED. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote: Aye 5- Coggs, Borkowski, Perez, Brostoff, and Chambers Jr. No 0 08 MINTO, Tina M, Class B Tavern and Public Entertainment Premises License Renewal Applications for "Hangoverz" at 3121 W GREENFIELD Av. (Expires 1/23/2023) The applicant was present. Individuals also present: Ald. Zamarripa said that there are no neighbors present but that the License Division has received emails of constituents complaining of the garbage. The applicant said that garbage comes from a church that hosts private events with no access to garbage bins and, that she has videos of people leaving the church and throwing the garbage bags everywhere including in her garbage bins. She said that she has placed a garage door in between to avoid pest issues and that her landlord cleans up around the property as well. Ald. Perez recommended the applicant to share that information with the alderperson so they can get on top of that problem. 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- Coggs, Borkowski, Perez, Brostoff, and Chambers Jr. No 0 08 HERNANDEZ-GASPAR, Monica, Agent for "La Caleta LLC", Class B Tavern, Food Dealer and Public Entertainment Premises License Renewal Applications for "La Caleta Restaurant & Bar" at 1801 S Muskego Av. (Expires 1/17/2023) City of Milwaukee Page 2 LICENSES COMMITTEE Meeting Minutes November 29, 2022 The applicant was present along with Omar Monreal. Ms. Daniela Leon appeared as interpreter. The applicant said that she does not work there but that she is the license holder. Individuals also present: Ald. Coggs asked Mr. Monreal if he wants to talk about the police report. The applicant said that the issues on the police report have happened outside and that she has done what was agreed at the last hearing. Ald. Borkowski said that there are eight items on the police report and that five items are related to gun shots. He added that there might be an issue with the shot spotter since the police finds no physical evidence. Ald. Brostoff asked what changes were made. The applicant said that she installed more cameras and a chain to avoid parking issues with the neighbors. Ald. Brostoff said that he wants to know more about the second to last incident on the police report. Mr. Monreal said that he was there that night but that he was outside. Ald. Brostoff asked what has been done or implemented to avoid incidents like that. The applicant said that there is a security guard on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays and that is also on call for the rest of the days. Ald. Zamarripa said that she has been in communication with the owners and, that she has been at some of the meetings as well. She said that she has talked to the police and that there is no new nuisances, no shot spotters and that the only concern that they have, is that the cameras be accessible when needed. She also mentioned that she has shared this information with the applicant. The applicant said that the police is always welcome and, that the surveillance video is available and, that the manager has access to them. Ald. Zamarripa said that she has no objections. Ald. Borkowski moved approval. There were no objections. (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, Borkowski, Perez, Brostoff, and Chambers Jr. No 0 09 WILLIS, Teresa S, Agent for "Bounce World Party Rentals LLC", Public Entertainment Premises and Food Dealer License Applications Requesting 50 Motion Pictures, 5 Amusement Machines, Patrons Dancing and Inflatable Bounce House for "Bounce World" at 8221 W BROWN DEER Rd. The applicant was present and described the indoor entertainment concept. Individuals also present: Ald. Coggs asked if she has experience running this type of business. The applicant said that she has experience running the business outdoors but moving indoors for the cold weather months. Ald. Chambers asked the ages of the children that she is targeting. The applicant said that she has a soft area for toddlers and activities for teenagers and that those will be handled separate. Ald. Chambers asked how she is going to handle the teenagers. The applicant said that she has surveillance cameras and that she will look into hire a security guard if needed and, that each area will be staffed. Ald. Chambers moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0) A motion was made by ALD. CHAMBERS, JR. that this Motion be AMENDED. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote: City of Milwaukee Page 3 LICENSES COMMITTEE Meeting Minutes November 29, 2022 Aye 5- Coggs, Borkowski, Perez, Brostoff, and Chambers Jr. No 0 02 ADAMS, Rickey L, Agent for "ADAMS & CLAYBROOKS INVESTMENTS LLC", Secondhand Motor Vehicle Dealer's License Renewal Application for "ADAMS & CLAYBROOKS" at 8822 W APPLETON Av. (Expired 11/5/2023) The applicant was present and said that one of the workers was involved on the incident from the police report but that no shots were fired. Individuals also present: Ald. Chambers asked why the staff did not cooperate with the police. The applicant said that the people were scared to talk to the police but that they had access to the surveillance videos. Ald. Chambers asked if that employee has been terminated. The applicant said that he has been terminated. Ald. Chambers moved approval with a warning letter based on item 1 from the police report. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0) A motion was made by ALD. CHAMBERS, JR. that this Motion be AMENDED. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote: Aye 5- Coggs, Borkowski, Perez, Brostoff, and Chambers Jr. No 0 02 SIDDIQUE, Mohammad S, Agent for "Siddique, Inc", Extended Hours Establishments, Filling Station, Food Dealer and Weights & Measures License Applications for "Star Fuel Center and Pantry" at 5656 N 76TH St. Atty. Vincent Bobot appeared on behalf of the applicant. Individuals also present: Ald. Chambers said that he lives around the corner of this location, that he has talked to the owners but that he has received complaints from neighbors about loitering and littering. He added that he wants to have a conversation with the applicant and neighbors on how to address the concerns. Ald. Chambers moved to hold the application to the call of the chair. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0) A motion was made by ALD. CHAMBERS, JR. that this Motion be AMENDED. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote: Aye 5- Coggs, Borkowski, Perez, Brostoff, and Chambers Jr. No 0 01 LEHAL, Amandeep KAUR, Agent for "Eclipse Lounge LLC", Class B Tavern and Public Entertainment Premises License Applications Requesting 4 Amusement Machines and 1 Pool Table for "Eclipse Lounge" at 1935 W SILVER SPRING DR #6. The applicant was present along with Atty. Andrew Arena Individuals in support: Tracy Dent - 1725 N Prospect Av #115 – said that he knows the applicant from many years and that the business plan will do well because it is a café internet with a lounge. Individuals also present: Ald. Perez asked about the capacity. The applicant said that it has not been defined yet but looking around 25 and, that she City of Milwaukee Page 4 LICENSES COMMITTEE Meeting Minutes November 29, 2022 is looking to attract a mature audience (30 and up). Ald. Brostoff moved to amend the plan of operation for age 30 and up. There were no objections. The applicant said that she went door to door to talk to the neighbors and, that the type of amusement machines are undecided yet. Ald. Coggs asked if there will be any gambling machines. The applicant said that not at this time. Atty. Arena said that the garbage complaints will be addressed with the other tenants and that it will be monitored as well. Ald. Coggs asked if this premises have been licensed before. The applicant said that there was a Public Entertainment Premises license before. Ald. Coggs brought up the issue of the age restriction since the applicant is younger than 30 years old. Ald. Chambers moved to amend age restriction on the plan of operation with exception of the owner and employees. Ald. Perez asked about the hours of operation. The applicant said that she wants to amend the hours of operation 9AM to 10PM Sun to Thu; and 9AM to 12AM Fri & Sat. Ald. Perez moved to amend the hours of operation 9AM to 10PM Sun to Thu; and 9AM to 12AM Fri & Sat. There were no objections. Ald. Coggs said that she will abstain to vote on the alcohol part just to be consistent on what she has done with the districts with no representation but that there are other options. Ald. Chambers said that he would like to hold this application as a courtesy for the new alderperson. Atty. Arena said that on the concentration map, there are two other licenses and that one of them is held by the applicant’s family. Ald. Brostoff said that other factors are taken into consideration. Ald. Chambers moved to hold the application to the call of the chair. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0) A motion was made by ALD. CHAMBERS, JR. that this Motion be HELD TO CALL OF THE CHAIR. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote: Aye 5- Coggs, Borkowski, Perez, Brostoff, and Chambers Jr. No 0 03 AHMAD, Jawaad, Agent for "Jay Enterprises Petroleum 2 LLC", Extended Hours Establishments, Filling Station, Food Dealer and Weights & Measures License Renewal Applications for "Prospect Clark" at 2200 N PROSPECT Av. (Expires 12/10/2022) The applicant was not present. Individuals also present: Ald. Brostoff moved to hold the application to the call of the chair. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0) A motion was made by ALD. BROSTOFF that this Motion be HELD TO CALL OF THE CHAIR. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote: Aye 5- Coggs, Borkowski, Perez, Brostoff, and Chambers Jr. No 0 03 TAYLOR, Marcia, Agent for "LUSH POPCORN LLC", Class B Tavern, Public Entertainment Premises and Food Dealer License Applications Requesting City of Milwaukee Page 5 LICENSES COMMITTEE Meeting Minutes November 29, 2022 Instrumental Musicians, Disc Jockey, Jukebox, Bands, Karaoke, 5 Amusement Machines, Poetry Readings, Comedy Acts and Patrons Dancing for "Lush Popcorn" at 920 E LOCUST St. The applicant was present and said that she is moving to this location to expand her business operations (second business unit) and that she will have trivia nights as well. Individuals in support: Travis Spell – Riverworks Development - said that the applicant outgrew the current space and that she will do very good. Ruth Weil –Riverworks Development - said that she knows the applicant doing business in the Riverworks area and that she is very excited also as a neighbor. Individuals also present: Ald. Brostoff said that he agrees with the supporters and, that he thinks that is going to be a great addition to the area. He also said that the owners of Black Husky Brewery are also in support. Ald. Brostoff moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0) A motion was made by ALD. BROSTOFF that this Motion be AMENDED. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote: Aye 5- Coggs, Borkowski, Perez, Brostoff, and Chambers Jr. No 0 03 GABERT, Thomas S, Agent for "Pomona Cider Company LLC", Class B Tavern and Food Dealer License Applications for "Pomona Cider Company" at 2163 N FARWELL Av. The applicant was present. Individuals also present: Ald. Brostoff said that he has talked to the neighbors and that this business will be a fine use for this location. Ald. Brostoff moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0) A motion was made by ALD. BROSTOFF that this Motion be AMENDED. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote: Aye 5- Coggs, Borkowski, Perez, Brostoff, and Chambers Jr. No 0 03 KIECKBUSCH, Gregory A, Agent for "KRS Hospitality Group, LLC", Class B Tavern and Public Entertainment Premises License Applications Requesting Instrumental Musicians, Jukebox and Karaoke for "Makk N Cheese & Juana Taco" at 2911 N Oakland Av. The applicant was not present. Individuals also present: Ald. Brostoff said that he talked to the applicant and that he would like to hold this application to have the opportunity to meet with the neighbors to discuss the business plan. Ald. Brostoff moved to hold the application to the call of the chair. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0) A motion was made by ALD. BROSTOFF that this Motion be HELD TO CALL OF THE CHAIR. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote: Aye 5- Coggs, Borkowski, Perez, Brostoff, and Chambers Jr. City of Milwaukee Page 6 LICENSES COMMITTEE Meeting Minutes November 29, 2022 No 0 03 NEMBHARDT, Hyacinth E, Agent for "CONCOCTIONS LLC", Permanent Extension of Premises Application for Alcohol and Food, Sidewalk Dining License Application and Change of Plan of Operation Removing Restriction for Sales To Go for "CONCOCTIONS" at 1316 E BRADY St. The applicant was present. Individuals also present: Ald. Brostoff requested to hold the application to the call of the chair while the applicant’s attorney arrives. There were no objections. Ald. Brostoff moved to reconsider the application at 11:19 am. There were no objections. Atty. Emil Obviagele is present now. The applicant said that she is seeking the removal of the sales to go restriction. Individuals in objection: Casandra Zumstein - 1019 E Kewaunee St – said that there was a lot of bad behaviors over the summer months that are spilling into the streets and that they are trying to address the issues like garbage and pedestrian safety. She added that she objects to the “to go” piece of this application. She also mentioned that there is no buffer zone between Brady St. and the neighborhood and, that this area has been a family neighborhood. Rachel Taylor – Executive Director BID #11 – said that the board object to both applications. The business plan for teh extension of premises only include cameras to monitor the seating area and that they won't really know if the customers are leaving with alcohol in their drinks. She added that the license was issued with the restriction because they were concerned about people drinking on the street. Ald. Borkowski moved to make the photograph taken on 8/05/22 “drinks to go” stand at Nomad as part of the record. Kent Heberling – 1627 N Van Buren St - said that the general sentiment from the neighbors is that the volume on Brady St must be turned down. He said that he is also concerned about the litter (he cleans up plastic cups all the time) and that a sealed plastic cup does not stop people from consuming alcoholic drinks on the street. He also believes that this trend must be reversed because it stresses the community. Individuals also present: Ald. Coggs asked why did she requested to remove the restriction now. The applicant said that it is because this component is hurting the license and that she has a list of petitioners in support and, that she is in an extreme disadvantage with the rest of the business because she has been treated different. She also said that she is willing to work with the community but that she cannot give an answer now because she needs to think about how to operate. Ald. Brostoff asked what the current situation of this license is. Mr. Cooney said that the sales to go are prohibited by the amendment made by the committee. Ald. Brostoff asked why she accepted the restriction. The applicant said that she accepted the restriction because she was blindsided and, that she could not think about the ramifications of that decision at that moment. Ald. Brostoff said that he is in the office now and that he is looking forward to have a meeting with the neighbors and moved to hold the application to the call of the chair. Atty. Obviagele said that this hold cannot take much longer because his client is about to take steps in order for her business to survive. Ald. Brostoff moved to hold the application to the call of the chair. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0) A motion was made by ALD. BROSTOFF that this Motion be HELD TO CALL OF City of Milwaukee Page 7 LICENSES COMMITTEE Meeting Minutes November 29, 2022 THE CHAIR. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote: Aye 5- Coggs, Borkowski, Perez, Brostoff, and Chambers Jr. No 0 14 CARABALLO, Brenda I, Agent for "Santurce Sport Bar & Grill LLC", Class B Tavern, Public Entertainment Premises and Food Dealer License Applications Requesting Jukebox, Karaoke and 5 Amusement Machines for "Santurce Sport Bar & Grill" at 3010 S 10TH St. The applicant was present. Ms. Daniela Leon appeared as interpreter. Individuals in objection: Charles Bobro – 2952 S 10th St - said that there was a bar for 60 years with no issues at all and, that he is concerned about having a new bar in the area that is quiet and that he wants to make sure that his voice is heard because it is residential neighborhood with two schools around. He added that he is concerned about the noise and parking. Ald. Chambers asked if he remembers at what time the previous bar used to close. Mr. Bobro said that it was at 9PM. The applicant said that she will have a restaurant bar and that she is willing to amend the hours of operation. Ald. Chambers moved to amend the hours of application to close at 10PM Sun – Thu and, at 12PM Fri & Sat. There were no objections. Ald. Dimitrijevic asked the witness if he was present at the last night’s meeting. Mr. Bobro said that he was. Ald. Dimitrijevic said that she held the neighborhood meeting last night and, that this family have invested most of their life savings in the premises and, that they have worked with the police on how to be proactive. She said that she believes that this business will ignite the business activity in the area. She added that only a Jukebox will be allowed and requested to make a motion to amend the types of the entertainment. Ald. Borkowski moved to amend the types of entertainment by removing the karaoke and the 5 amusement machines. There were no objections. Ald. Dimitrijevic said that the amendment will fit what was discussed with the neighbors and that she has no other concerns. 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- Coggs, Borkowski, Perez, Brostoff, and Chambers Jr. No 0 14 GHOTRA, Parminder S, Agent for "IGG, LLC", Food Dealer License Renewal Application for "Mi Tierra Food Mart" at 2901 S 13th St. (Expires 1/28/2023) The applicant was present and said that he removed the gambling machine the same day that the police was there. Individuals also present: Ald. Dimitrijevic said that she has no objections. Ald. Borkowski moved approval. There were no objections. (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 8 LICENSES COMMITTEE Meeting Minutes November 29, 2022 Aye 5- Coggs, Borkowski, Perez, Brostoff, and Chambers Jr. No 0 07 THOMPSON, Shawntyl A, Agent for "US OR NOTHING INVESTMENTS L.L.C.", Food Dealer License Application for "Stilz Got the Munchies!" at 3371 N 27th St. The applicant was present and said that he did not received the notice. Individuals also present: Ald. Rainey said that he would like to hold this application to have the opportunity to talk to the applicant. 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- Coggs, Borkowski, Perez, Brostoff, and Chambers Jr. No 0 04 CLARK, Kimberly M, Waiver Request of the Time Limit to Receive a License for Food Dealer and Food Peddler License Applications for "Grilled Cheese" at 925 N 27th St. The applicant was not present. Ald. Chambers moved to hold the application to the call of the chair. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0) A motion was made by ALD. CHAMBERS, JR. that this Motion be HELD TO CALL OF THE CHAIR. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote: Aye 5- Coggs, Borkowski, Perez, Brostoff, and Chambers Jr. No 0 04 WALIA, Ajit S, Agent for "CONTINENTAL A 1 CORP", Extended Hours Establishments, Filling Station, Food Dealer and Weights & Measures License Renewal Applications for "PANTRY 41 #12" at 1202 W HIGHLAND Av. (Expires 12/29/2022) The applicant was not present. Ald. Brostoff moved to hold the application to the call of the chair. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0) Ald. Brostoff moved to reconsider the application at 2:11 pm. There were no objections. The applicant was present and said that he agrees with the item on the police report. He added that the incident happened so fast and, that they were all shocked at the moment and, that everyone calls him “uncle” in India and not necessarily related (his employees are from India). He added that he knows that they can do better and, that he has hired a security guard and that he works with the neighborhood associations, neighbors and police. Individuals in support: Bobby McQuire - 624 N 24th St – Near West Side - said that Mr. Walia has shown that he is a community partner over the years and that they have faith that he will address this isolated issue which was unfortunate. Ald. Coggs asked what changes have been made after the incident. City of Milwaukee Page 9 LICENSES COMMITTEE Meeting Minutes November 29, 2022 The applicant said that the security guard follows up his directions and that he works with the police always. Ald. Coggs advised the applicant to train the employees on how to work with the police. Ms. De-Lessio, (Legislative Assistant for the 4th District) asked what about the de-escalation training since all lives matter for the applicant. The applicant said that he does not believe in guns and that his strategy is calm down the people and that he is open for recommendations for moving forward. Ald. Brostoff moved approval with a warning letter based on the item of the police report and the applicant’s testimony. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0) A motion was made by ALD. BROSTOFF that this Motion be AMENDED. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote: Aye 5- Coggs, Borkowski, Perez, Brostoff, and Chambers Jr. No 0 04 SINGH, Manpreet, Agent for "Quick Pick Corp", Class A Fermented Malt Beverage and Food Dealer License Applications for "Quick Pick Food Mart" at 2336 W Wisconsin Av. The applicant was present along with Atty. Vincent Bobot. Individuals in support: Bobby McQuire - 624 N 24th St – represents the Near West Side and said that they support the license and that they have a long relationship with the business and that they are willing to work with the new owner. Individuals also present: Ms. De-Lessio said that Ald. Bauman 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- Coggs, Borkowski, Perez, Brostoff, and Chambers Jr. No 0 04 MANJEE, Habib, Agent for "MKE Water Street LLC", Class B Tavern, Public Entertainment Premises, Food Dealer and Sidewalk Dining License Renewal Applications for "ELMNT Lounge" at 618 N WATER St. (Expires 12/18/2022) The applicant was present along with Atty. Michael Maistelman Individuals also present: Ms. De-Lessio asked the applicant if he has anything else to say besides what was discussed previoulsy. The applicant said that he has no other comments. Ms. De-Lessio said that Ald. Bauman held a meeting with the applicant and that he 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- Coggs, Borkowski, Perez, Brostoff, and Chambers Jr. No 0 MANN, Simranpal S Class D Operator’s License Application City of Milwaukee Page 10 LICENSES COMMITTEE Meeting Minutes November 29, 2022 The applicant was present with technical difficulties. Ald. Borkowski moved to hold the application to the call of the chair. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0) Ald. Borkowski moved to reconsider the application. There were no objections. The applicant was on the board again but with technical difficulties still. 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- Coggs, Borkowski, Perez, Brostoff, and Chambers Jr. No 0 13 CAMACHO, Jose, Agent for "Camacho's Family Restaurant LLC", Class B Tavern, Public Entertainment Premises and Food Dealer License Transfer Applications for Change of Hours From Closing at 10PM Sun - Sat To Close at 10PM Mon - Thu, at 2:30AM Fri & Sat and at 2AM Sun; for "Camacho's Family Restaurant" at 3577 S 13TH St. The applicant was not present. Mr. Cooney said that the applicant requested to hold the application. 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- Coggs, Borkowski, Perez, Brostoff, and Chambers Jr. No 0 13 PATEL, Shreyas, Agent for "MKE Hospitality LLC", Hotel/Motel License Renewal Application for "Hampton Inn" at 1200 W COLLEGE Av. (Expires 12/13/2022) The applicant was present and said that the management was not aware about the relationship between the employee and the guest and, that the employee was terminated immediately. Individuals also present: Ald. Spiker asked what happened on the incident involving the clerk. The applicant said that he was terminated and marked his file as non-eligible for rehire and, that the client reported that nothing was missing from the room. Ald. Spiker said that the stolen car is an ongoing issue in the city but that he wants to know what has been done after. The applicant said that they have hired a private security as an immediate step while the surveillance cameras are installed on front and rear lots. Ald. Spiker said that he has no objections with what has been said. Ald. Chambers moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0) A motion was made by that this Motion be AMENDED. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote: Aye 5- Coggs, Borkowski, Perez, Brostoff, and Chambers Jr. No 0 15 THOMAS, JR, Latherin, Agent for "NEPTUNELTJR, LLC", Extended Hours Establishments and Food Dealer License Renewal Applications for "Mc Donald's" at City of Milwaukee Page 11 LICENSES COMMITTEE Meeting Minutes November 29, 2022 920 W NORTH Av. (Expired 10/11/2022) The applicant was present. The meeting paused at 1:25 pm to wait for representation of the aldermanic district’s office. The meeting reconvened at 1:46 pm. Individuals also present: Mr. Ellzey said that this premises has been operating with an expired license and, that this application was scheduled because the office received pictures depicting a lack of cleanness, people loitering and employees doing drugs on site. He added that the Ald. Stamper went to the store and that he did not like what he saw and, that is the reason why he did not approve the provisional. He added that despite that, the applicant was operating still and that there must be disciplinary action. Ald. Coggs asked if those pictures were submitted to the License Division because they are not part of the file. Mr. Ellzey said that he does not remember if he submitted the pictures. The applicant said that he remained open even after the provisional license was denied but that he did not mean to do wrong and apologized for keeping the store open. He added that those photos posted on the social media are not from this store and that the Mc Donald’s Corporation is aware of it. Mr. Ellzey said that Ald. Stamper was at the store and that he saw things that he did not like it and that there is an issue with operating a business without a license. He asked that the extended hours license be denied and requested a discipline action for operating without a license. Ald. Coggs said the photographs are not part of the file and that the decision that will be made today are not based on those photographs. Ald. Borkowski asked Mr. Ellzey for specifics on the discipline that Ald. Stamper recommends. Ald. Ellzey said that regardless of the photographs, he said that the Extended Hours license is a privilege and must denied. Ald. Borkowski moved approval with a 10 day suspension based upon the applicant’s testimony of operating with an expired license and after the denial of the provisional license and the aldermanic testimony. There were no objections. (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, Borkowski, Perez, Brostoff, and Chambers Jr. No 0 15 NAGRA, Gurinder S, Agent for "UP 31 PETRO MART INC", Filling Station, Food Dealer and Weights & Measures License Renewal Applications for "Up 31 Petro Mart" at 3708 W North Av. (Expires 1/3/2023) The applicant was present and said that after the incident on the police report, no one is parked for more than 15 minutes on the parking lot unless they are using the services of the barber shop. Individuals also present: Mr. Ellzey asked if there is a security guard on site. The applicant said that they have a security guard on premises. Mr. Ellzey said that Ald. Stamper recommends renewal with a warning letter. Ald. Borkowski moved approval with a warning letter based on the item of the police report. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0) City of Milwaukee Page 12 LICENSES COMMITTEE Meeting Minutes November 29, 2022 A motion was made by ALD. BORKOWSKI that this Motion be AMENDED. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote: Aye 5- Coggs, Borkowski, Perez, Brostoff, and Chambers Jr. No 0 15 BARNETT, Peter A, Agent for "Family Dollar Stores of Wisconsin LLC", Food Dealer License Renewal Application for "Family Dollar #26245" at 2214 N 35th St. (Expires 1/10/2023) Atty. Joshua Gimbel appeared on behalf of the applicant and said that the police report is accurate. Individuals also present: Mr. Ellzey said that the applicant understands what the issues are with the store and, that he wants to make sure that a plan of operations states those changes. Atty. Gimbel said that they submitted a plan to Ald. Stamper’s office earlier. Ald. Coggs asked Mr. Ellzey if he agrees with what he received. Mr. Ellzey said that he agrees. 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- Coggs, Borkowski, Perez, Brostoff, and Chambers Jr. No 0 05 PATEL, Alpesh N, Agent for "Lovers Lane Road, LLC", Hotel/Motel License Renewal Application with Transfer of Stock for "Hampton Inn" at 5601 N LOVERS LANE. (Expired 9/21/2021) The applicant was not present. Ald. Brostoff moved to hold the application to the call of the chair. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0) A motion was made by ALD. BROSTOFF that this Motion be HELD TO CALL OF THE CHAIR. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote: Aye 5- Coggs, Borkowski, Perez, Brostoff, and Chambers Jr. No 0 12 HOWARD, Andrell D, Agent for "MILWAUKEE UNIFIED SOUL, INC.", Food Dealer License Renewal Application for "Milwaukee Unified Soul Inc" at 837 W HISTORIC MITCHELL St. (Expired 6/15/2022) The applicant was not present. Ald. Perez moved denial based upon second nonappearance. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0) A motion was made by ALD. PEREZ that this Motion be . This motion PREVAILED by the following vote: Aye 5- Coggs, Borkowski, Perez, Brostoff, and Chambers Jr. No 0 12 LOVE, Monte A, Agent for "Love's Lounge, LLC", Class B Tavern, Public Entertainment Premises and Food Dealer License Applications Requesting City of Milwaukee Page 13 LICENSES COMMITTEE Meeting Minutes November 29, 2022 Instrumental Musicians, Jukebox, Karaoke, 3 Amusement Machines and Comedy Acts for "Love's Lounge" at 201 W Mitchell St. The applicant was present. Individuals also present: Ald. Perez asked for the previous premises police report because the applicant was part of the management team of the previous license. The applicant stated that he was part of the management team. Ald. Coggs asked if the previous police report can be read without the proper notice. Atty. Farris said that it cannot be read. Ald. Coggs said that it can be brought up with questions. Ald. Perez asked the applicant what his business plan looks like. The applicant said that he will keep doing the same but that he won’t use promoters as a part of the experience that he learned from. Ald. Perez moved to amend the application that the applicant won’t use promoters. There were no objections. The applicant said that other than the garbage, the community is supporting the business and that he will have a kitchen installed soon to offer better food. Ald. Perez said that the applicant knows the rules: no issues with the police and no issues with the neighbors 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- Coggs, Borkowski, Perez, Brostoff, and Chambers Jr. No 0 06 KAUR, Charnjit, Agent for "STARK ATK CORP", Class A Malt & Class A Liquor, Food Dealer and Weights & Measures License Applications for "Stark Food" at 1301 W Atkinson Av. The applicant was present along with Atty. Andrew Arena. The applicant said that basically they are taking the store back and that it will be run by them again. Individuals in support: Lisa Shackelford – 1850 W Atkinson Av - said that she knows the applicant for years and, that she has worked for the applicant and that she is happy to have her back in the neighborhood. Michael Hagler - 3722 N 14th St – he said that he knows the applicant for 25 years and that she is an asset for the neighborhood. He added that she makes sure that the store surroundings are clean. Ms. Johnson - 3424 N 6th St – said that she met the applicant when she started her business on the bar scene. Individuals also present: Ald. Coggs said that this is a no brainer and that there is nothing like having a business owner who cares about the community and that she is happy to have her back. Ald. Chambers moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0) A motion was made by ALD. CHAMBERS, JR. that this Motion be AMENDED. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote: Aye 5- Coggs, Borkowski, Perez, Brostoff, and Chambers Jr. No 0 City of Milwaukee Page 14 LICENSES COMMITTEE Meeting Minutes November 29, 2022 06 MCCLAIN, Alexander, Agent for "McClain Auto LLC", Secondhand Motor Vehicle Dealer's License Renewal Application for "McClain Auto" at 3290 N Teutonia Av. (Expires 12/17/2022) The applicant was present. Individuals also present: Ald. Perez moved approval with the contingency that the warrant be satisfied before the license gets issued. 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- Coggs, Borkowski, Perez, Brostoff, and Chambers Jr. No 0 06 SINGH, Benipal S, Agent for "818 Pantry LLC", Extended Hours Establishments, Filling Station, Food Dealer and Weights & Measures License Applications for "818 Pantry LLC" at 818 W ATKINSON Av. The applicant was present along with Atty. Samantha Huddleston Individuals also present: Ald. Coggs said that this application was held at the last meeting and that she is happy to report that the concerns were addressed and that is why there are no neighbors present. The applicant said that he has put up a fence in between to avoid problems with the next door neighbor, that they have installed a speaker to call the attention of people loitering, etc. Atty. Huddleston said that she submitted the plan of operations to the License Division last Wednesday. Mr. Cooney said that it was not received. Ald. Coggs suggested to approve the license with the contingency of being issued after the plan of operation has been received. Ald. Borkowski moved approval with the contingency of being issued after the plan of operation has been received. There were no objections. (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, Borkowski, Perez, Brostoff, and Chambers Jr. No 0 06 KELLY, Tanisha, Agent for "Penthouse LLC", Class B Tavern and Public Entertainment Premises License Renewal Applications for "Penthouse Lounge" at 3621 N TEUTONIA Av. (Expired 11/11/2022) 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 AMENDED. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote: Aye 5- Coggs, Borkowski, Perez, Brostoff, and Chambers Jr. No 0 Agenda Only City of Milwaukee Page 15 LICENSES COMMITTEE Meeting Minutes November 29, 2022 04 WINKENWERDER, Heather, Agent for "Century Building Milwaukee LLC", Loading Zone License Renewal Application with Change of Agent for "Alliance Development" at 230 W WELLS St. 07 STOTTS, Timothy R, Agent for "A TASTE OF SOUL MKE LLC", Class B Tavern and Food Dealer License Renewal Applications Adding Public Entertainment Premises Requesting Disc Jockey, Bands and Karaoke for "A TASTE OF SOUL MKE" at 4706 W FOND DU LAC Av. 10 BALISTRERI, Mario J, Agent for "MARIO, INC", Class B Tavern and Food Dealer License Renewal Applications Adding Sidewalk Dinning for "BALISTRERI'S BLUEMOUND INN" at 6501 W BLUE MOUND Rd. 10 SCHERBARTH, David N, Agent for "Highland Lanes LLC", Class B Tavern, Food Dealer and Public Entertainment Premises License Renewal Applications Adding 5 Amusement Machines for "Highland Lanes" at 5830 W Vliet St. 12 PATEL, Ankurkumar B, Agent for "Kanru, Inc", Class A Malt & Class A Liquor, Public Entertainment Premises and Food Dealer License Renewal Applications with Change of Agent, Removing/Adding Stockholder and Transfer of Stock for "Mi Super Foods & Liquor" at 2200 S 13th St. 12 SADIQ, Usman, Agent for "National Oil LLC", Extended Hours Establishments, Filling Station, Food Dealer and Weights & Measures License Renewal Applications with Transfer of Stock for "Clark" at 1831 W NATIONAL Av. Ald. Borkowski moved approval of the "agenda only" items. There were no objections. (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, Borkowski, Perez, Brostoff, and Chambers Jr. No 0 Warning Letter PIPER, Mary Class D Operator’s License Renewal Application SIDHU, Bhupinder Class D Operator’s License Renewal Application STRATTON, Todd P Class D Operator’s License Renewal Application 04 HACKBARTH, Paul C, Agent for "DEER CAMP, LLC", Class B Tavern, Public Entertainment Premises, Food Dealer and Sidewalk Dining License Renewal Applications for "Deer Camp" at 1023-1027 N Dr Martin L King Jr DR. 07 DAHADHA, Mahmoud, Agent for "DAHADHA BROTHERS LLC", Food Dealer License Renewal Application for "Noil Wireless + Grocery" at 4025 W BURLEIGH St. 10 NUGENT, Kevin M, Agent for "Brewskis Sports Club LLC", Class B Tavern, Public Entertainment Premises and Food Dealer License Renewal Applications for "Brewskis Sports Club" at 304 N 76th St. City of Milwaukee Page 16 LICENSES COMMITTEE Meeting Minutes November 29, 2022 10 VIDMAR, Daniel J, Agent for "JD Operations Inc.", Class B Tavern, Public Entertainment Premises and Food Dealer License Renewal Applications for "Fairview Tap" at 6712 W Fairview Av. Ald. Perez moved approval of the "warning letter" items. 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- Coggs, Borkowski, Perez, Brostoff, and Chambers Jr. No 0 Ald. Borkowski moved approval of the file 221159 as amended. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0) A motion was made by ALD. BORKOWSKI that this Motion be RECOMMENDED FOR APPROVAL. This motion PREVAILED by the following vote: Aye 5- Coggs, Borkowski, Perez, Brostoff, and Chambers Jr. No 0 The Licenses Committee moved to convene into closed session on Tuesday, November 29th, 2022 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. There were no objections. The meeting was adjourned at 3:45pm Yadira Melendez Staff Assistant. This meeting can be viewed in its entirety through the City's Legislative Research Center at http://milwaukee.legistar.com/calendar. City of Milwaukee Page 17