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, Yadira.Melendez@milwaukee.gov Legislative Liaison, Jeffrey Osterman, 414-286-2262, joster@milwaukee.gov Wednesday, January 4, 2023 9:00 AM City Hall, Room 301-B The meeting convened at 10:06 am Present 5 - Borkowski, Perez, Brostoff, Chambers Jr., Spiker Excused 1 - Coggs 2. 221335 Motion relating to the recommendations of the Licenses Committee relative to licenses. Sponsors: THE CHAIR 05 SINGH, Satwinder, Agent for "Spring Financials LLC", Filling Station, Food Dealer and Weights & Measures License Renewal Applications for "W-Pantry-41 #82" at 8210 W Capitol DR. (Expires 1/31/2023) The applicant was present. Individuals also present: Ald. Spiker asked the applicant what he has done in regarding the report from Ald. Dodd about the garbage. The applicant said that he has staff that takes care of the garbage everyday. Ald. Spiker moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0) AMENDED Aye 5- Borkowski, Perez, Brostoff, Chambers Jr., and Spiker No 0 Excused 1- Coggs 01 ABUINAAJ, Rateb A, Agent for "HEBA, LLC", Extended Hours Establishments License Application for "Chicken & Grill House Restaurant" at 3526 W SILVER SPRING DR. The applicant was present who said that a lot of customers are asking to extend the hours and also because the business is kind of slow. He also said that he talked to City of Milwaukee Page 1 LICENSES COMMITTEE Meeting Minutes January 4, 2023 Ald. Hamilton about this as well. Individuals also present: Ald. Spiker asked Atty. Farris if approving this license will be a property right. Atty. Farris said that it will be a property right. Ald. Spiker said that he is not comfortable about this item because we do not have the proper information and because of the vacancy. Ald. Borkowski said to the applicant that the he is looking to extend the hours for 5 hours, seven days a week and; that it is difficult for the committee to take a decision on a matter that they do not know the location and where is no representation. Ald. Borkowski asked Mr. Cooney if something could be done in the meantime. Mr. Cooney said that we can hold this application and that the applicant can amend the hours of operation to close 12pm. Ald. Spiker asked if it would be at the discretion of the president’s office to approve it. Mr. Cooney said that we could make a note that the committee must approve the change of hours. Ald. Spiker said that he wants to send the message out that is not that easy to change hours when there is no representation. The applicant said that he used to operate until midnight before Covid. Ald. Spiker suggested to make a note on the application. Individuals in opposition: Roger Rush – 5619 N 36th St – said that one of the benefits of this business is that it does not go until 3 am; that he has invested in the neighborhood and, that there is a lot of garbage on the street and people loitering around his house. Ald. Borkowski said that the applicant and the neighbors can hold a neighborhood meeting to address these issues. Mr. Rush and the applicant agreed. Ald. Brostoff said that the meeting can be held when the new alderperson comes. Ald. Brostoff moved to hold the application to the call of the chair. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0) HELD TO CALL OF THE CHAIR Aye 5- Borkowski, Perez, Brostoff, Chambers Jr., and Spiker No 0 Excused 1- Coggs 01 DHAWAN, Ish, Agent for "Silver Spring BP, LLC", Filling Station, Food Dealer and Weights & Measures License Applications for "BP Gas Station" at 3606 W SILVER SPRING DR. The applicant was present along with Atty. Maistelman. Atty. Maistelman said that this application was held so they could held a neighborhood meeting which they did but that they did not submit any information except for a list of supporters. He also said that no neighbors came to the BOZA meeting to object and, that they are not requesting extended hours. He said that they will be running a regular gas station. Individuals also present: Ald. Perez asked for the original application hours of operation. The applicant said that no later than 10 pm. Individuals in opposition: Dina Chapple - 5553 N 36th St – she said that she has been at this location for 30 years and that it was fine when this location was a garage. She said that she never got a letter in the mail regarding the renovation of this location. She said that there are two gas stations: one on 35th St and the other one on 42nd St and Silver Spring. She said City of Milwaukee Page 2 LICENSES COMMITTEE Meeting Minutes January 4, 2023 that they have multiple car incidents on 36th St and Silver Spring and that a third gas station does not make sense. She said that there is loitering, shootings and violence around the other gas stations. She also said that she has invested in the neighborhood and that she has the right to decide what goes and does not go in her neighborhood. Ald. Chambers asked Mr. Cooney why the witness address is not on the notice list. Mr. Cooney said that we use GIS with a 250 feet radius. Ald. Brostoff asked the witness if something can be done or if she has suggestions for the applicant. The witness said that she sees coming nothing but trouble and that she cannot understands how this application made it too far. Ald. Perez asked for the frame time between BOZA and the construction. The applicant said that he did not have the BOZA approval before he started the construction. Ald. Perez said that it is better not to start with any construction if there is no license in hand and, that the applicant must see the position that he has put the committee on. Mr. Rush – 5619 N 36th St – said that he has invested in this community and on his own home, that they pick up garbage all the time, that cars park on his driveway, etc. He also said that he went around the neighborhood and collected signatures from homeowners who do not want this gas station because there is nothing else that this gas station can offer to them. He said that he has talked to the applicant twice about the neighbors not being in support of this business. Ald. Spiker just wanted to clarify that BOZA and the license division are separated entities and that he has requested the mailing list to BOZA. Ald. Perez asked the witness if he has received notices from the license division for this hearing and the previous one. Mr. Rush said that he did received the notices. Carnice Dixon – 5640 N 37th St – She said that they were not informed about the use of this location and that there are other two gas stations. She added that accidents have happened at this intersection every day. Ald. Spiker asked the witness if she is objecting to the gas station or the issues around the neighborhood. The witness said that another gas station is not needed because of the reckless driving and the violence. Ald. Perez asked the applicant if she has contacted the police regarding these issues and regarding the activity associated with the gas station at 35th St. The witness said that she has not because the police is there every day. Atty. Maistelman asked if the gas station at 35th St has an extended hours. Mr. Cooney said that they do have the extended hours license. Kathy Boyd – 5644 N 35th St – said that she never received the notice about that the gas station was going to be built in. She added that if they had known, they would have fought for it because the gas stations are destroying her neighborhood. Atty. Maistelman asked the committee if he can organize the supporters just be acknowledged. The supporters registered and the sign in sheet will be added to the file. Individuals in support: Betty Carter – 5836 N 36th St – said that this business brings a better appearance to neighborhood and that it is convenient for her. Sherry Brown - 5762 N 36th St – said that this gas station looks better than the other two and that speed humps can be requested to address the speeding issues. She says that she believes that the applicant will run this business just as well as he does with his other businesses. Antonio - 3631 N 36th St – said that he is a homeowner as well, that this is a new environment, and that it is the only gas station on their side. City of Milwaukee Page 3 LICENSES COMMITTEE Meeting Minutes January 4, 2023 Elizabeth Pinkston - 5626 N 37th St – she said that she takes care of her mother and that this business is safer and convenient for her mom and the elderly who live around. Juanita Brown - 5748 N 36th St – said that it is more convenient for the kids rather than to cross the busy street. Ald. Spiker said that he received the response from BOZA regarding the notices and that they use a 200 feet radius instead of the 250 feet range that the license division do and that he sees some LLCs on the list, which is also an issue because the communication is not passed to the occupants. Mr. Mirza Frahim – stockholder – said that the business is not open yet and that all the issues happening around have nothing to do with this business. He also said that they do not have control of what is happening right now. He added that all the neighbors have been seeing every step of the construction, that the gas station is ready to operate. He mentioned that he does not know how people say that they did not know that a gas station was being built. Ald. Chambers asked the applicant if he intends to apply for extended hours license in the future. The applicant said that he won’t apply for extended hours in the future at all. Ald. Chambers asked what kind of measures he is going to offer to neighbors. Atty. Maistelman said that they will do the following: -participate in the neighborhood meetings -will clean around the property few times a day -will participate in the pivot program -will monitor for any illegal activity around the premises -will meet with the liaison police officer -will file for restrictions orders for individuals who do not obey the rules or orders -will post signs of not loitering and no trespassing, among other things. Ald. Brostoff said that Atty. Maistelman just acknowledged that things must have been done the way that Ald. Perez said but given all the facts that made this a weird application, moved to wait for the new alderperson to come because we want to make sure that all neighbors must be heard and taken care of. Ald. Spiker said that it is an awkward situation and asked the applicant if he can wait or not. The applicant said that it is costing hardship to make the payments to the bank and employees. Ald. Spiker said that the committee should consider the matter as it is and not how it was talked with the previous alderperson. He added that this lot was not a gas station before. Ald. Brostoff said that he withdrawn his motion. Ald. Chambers said that what is guiding him is that he has spoken to the previous alderperson and that more people showed up in support than in opposition but that the applicant must work with both groups of neighbors and that the applicant does not have intentions to change the plan of operations. Ald. Chambers moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0) AMENDED Aye 5- Borkowski, Perez, Brostoff, Chambers Jr., and Spiker No 0 Excused 1- Coggs 09 AHMED, Hamza I, Agent for "Iman Wholesale LLC", Secondhand Dealer's and Weights & Measures License Applications for "Tobacco and Cellular" at 6416 N 76th St. City of Milwaukee Page 4 LICENSES COMMITTEE Meeting Minutes January 4, 2023 The applicant was present along with Atty. Vincent Bobot who said that the applicant is currently in business and that he wanted to expand his business applying for this license because he fixes telephones. Individuals also present: Ald. Chambers asked what is he going to do to avoid buying stolen phones to protect the information and identity of the people. The applicant said that he does not buy stolen phones because he cannot put them in back in operation specially with the i-phones because there is no way to break the i-cloud. He said that he also has a record and takes a photo of the picture id of all of the phones that he buys. Ald. Perez moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0) AMENDED Aye 5- Borkowski, Perez, Brostoff, Chambers Jr., and Spiker No 0 Excused 1- Coggs 02 LUCKETT, Carolyn, Agent for "Cornerstone International 2617 LLC", Secondhand Motor Vehicle Dealer's License Application for "Cornerstone International 2617 LLC" at 6801 W VILLARD Av. 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) HELD TO CALL OF THE CHAIR Aye 5- Borkowski, Perez, Brostoff, Chambers Jr., and Spiker No 0 Excused 1- Coggs 02 DHAWAN, Mandeep, Agent for "NORTH SIDE PETROLEUM, INC", Filling Station, Food Dealer and Weights & Measures License Renewal Applications for "CLARK GAS STATION" at 6028 W FOND DU LAC Av. (Expires 1/31/2023) Atty. Maistelman appeared on behalf of the applicant. Individuals also present: Ald. Chambers said that he spoke to the applicant and that there are some neighborhood objections but that he will work with the applicant and the neighbors to address those issues. Ald. Chambers moved approval with a warning letter based on the police report. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0) AMENDED Aye 5- Borkowski, Perez, Brostoff, Chambers Jr., and Spiker No 0 Excused 1- Coggs 12 LEE, Sharita E, Class B Tavern, Food Dealer and Public Entertainment Premises License Applications Requesting Disc Jockey, Bands, Karaoke, Comedy Acts and Patrons Dancing for "Waterfall Lounge and Events LLC" at 107 E MITCHELL St. City of Milwaukee Page 5 LICENSES COMMITTEE Meeting Minutes January 4, 2023 The applicant was present and said that it will be a lounge and that she will organize events, like karaoke nights, toy drives, etc. Individuals also present: Ald. Perez said that the operation hours are a wise choice but that it seems that there is a mistake on the application because the extended hours box was checked on the plan of operations. The applicant accepted to amend the plan of operations. Ald. Perez moved to amend the plan of operations by removing the extended hours check box. There were no objections. Ald. Perez moved approval as amended and reminded the applicant the housekeeping points that they talked about before. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0) AMENDED Aye 5- Borkowski, Perez, Brostoff, Chambers Jr., and Spiker No 0 Excused 1- Coggs 12 MARTINEZ, JR, Felipe, Agent for "Walkers Lounge & Events LLC", Class B Tavern, Food Dealer and Public Entertainment Premises License Renewal Applications for "Walkers Lounge & Events" at 626 S 5TH St. (Expires 2/7/2023) The applicant was present. Individuals also present: Ald. Perez said that he talked to the applicant and that he will hold this application to the call of the chair due some issues that happened over the weekend. The applicant agreed. Ald. Perez moved to hold the application to the call of the chair. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0) HELD TO CALL OF THE CHAIR Aye 5- Borkowski, Perez, Brostoff, Chambers Jr., and Spiker No 0 Excused 1- Coggs 12 MEDINA-PERDOMO, Ruben, Agent for "DON JULIO'S BAR AND CLUB LLC", Class B Tavern, Food Dealer and Public Entertainment Premises License Applications Requesting Disc Jockey, Jukebox, Bands, Karaoke, 5 Amusement Machines, Patrons Dancing and 2 Pool Tables for "DON JULIO'S BAR AND CLUB" at 1537 S CESAR E CHAVEZ DR. The applicant was present but requested an interpreter. Ald. Perez moved to hold the application to the call of the chair while the interpreter is called. The application was taken into consideration at 2:21 pm There were no objections. Ms. Joanna Polanco appeared as interpreter. Individuals also present: Ald. Perez said that the business is in a residential area and that he would like to see the business closing at 12 am Mon – Thu and at 2:30 am Fri & Sat. The applicant said that he has managed this place for 6 years and that they never had an issue before but he agreed to amend the hours. Ald. Perez moved to amend the hours of operation to close at 12 am Mon–Thu and at City of Milwaukee Page 6 LICENSES COMMITTEE Meeting Minutes January 4, 2023 2:30 am on Fri & Sat. There were no objections. Ald. Perez moved approval as amended. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0) AMENDED Aye 5- Borkowski, Perez, Brostoff, Chambers Jr., and Spiker No 0 Excused 1- Coggs 12 CABRAL DORADO, Juan M, Agent for "LA PLAYA MARISCOS Y BAR LLC", Class B Tavern, Food Dealer and Public Entertainment Premises License Applications Requesting Instrumental Musicians, Disc Jockey, Jukebox, Bands, Karaoke, 5 Amusement Machines, Patron Contests, Dancing by Performers and Patrons Dancing as agent for "LA PLAYA MARISCOS Y BAR" at 721 S CESAR E CHAVEZ DR. The applicant was present. Individuals also present: Ald. Perez said that this location has had issues in the past but that he has talked to the applicant and, that he is confident that he will do well. Ald. Perez moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0) AMENDED Aye 5- Borkowski, Perez, Brostoff, Chambers Jr., and Spiker No 0 Excused 1- Coggs 15 SINGH, Balwinder, Agent for "New Rainbow, LLC", Class A Fermented Malt Beverage, Food Dealer and Weights & Measures License Renewal Applications for "New Rainbow Foods" at 1433 W North Av. (Expires 1/18/2023) The applicant was present who said that he did not receive the notice but wanted to continue with the hearing. Individuals in opposition: Genera Jones - 2346 N 15th St – said that she has pictures of the cars, the garbage and everything that happens outside from the store because it affects everyone around the neighborhood. She added that the police report does not reflect everything what happens there and that they are ongoing problems. She added that they dump trash that blows up all over. She also said that the applicant should open at 8 am instead of 5 am. Individuals also present: Mr. Ellzey said that this business gets a lot of business at early hours because they serve breakfast. He added that the applicant works along with the alderperson’s office and that he has been taking care of the issues brought up by the neighbors. Ald. Borkowski asked Ms. Jones to get in touch with Ald. Stamper’s office to address the questions that she might have because this is not a neighborhood meeting. Mr. Ellzey encouraged the neighbors to call the police to report any issues because the record is clean. Ald. Perez asked the witness to forward every photo to Ald. Stamper’s and/or the license division so they can be part of the file. The applicant said that Ms. Jones can come any time to the store to talk about any issues and that he meets with the district captain to talk and work around any issues and, that he cleans 2-3 times a day. Ramona Currie – 2233 N 17th St – she said that she opposes to the hours of operation City of Milwaukee Page 7 LICENSES COMMITTEE Meeting Minutes January 4, 2023 which bring a lot of issues to the neighborhood. She said that she knows that the applicant does not have control of what people do outside but that the early hours are an issue because brings the type of behaviors that they do not want. Ald. Chambers Jr. is concerned about the renewal of the license vs discussing hours of operations. He said that we should stay on course. We’ve heard all opposing testimony, encouraged all constituents to reach out Ald. Stamper’s office to address these. Trasus Wright – 1103 W Garfield Av - said that neighborhood is very engaged and that he is concerned about things not taken care of like the applicant dumping grease on the street and that he has reported it to Ald. Stamper. Maria Beltran - 2219 N 17th St – said that this store is a nuisance in the neighborhood and that she does not want to see this license be renewed. She added that the neighborhood have cleaned up the park and that the applicant has never joined any of the efforts. She added that they have brought this issues to the alderperson as well. The meeting paused at 1:32 pm The meeting reconvened at 1:45 pm Individuals in support: Shaquila Smith - 3075 N 40th – said that she loves the breakfast there. Nicole Love - 4808 W Medford Av – said that she has breakfast there every morning and that the liquor is chained up early in the morning. Ms. Barnett - 2335 N 17th – said that the applicant was involved with the neighborhood prior stating his business operations and, that she patronize the store for breakfast and sometimes for lunch. She added that she is not happy with the people loitering outside or washing cars but that she observes that he cares about the rules and regulations of his licenses. Chris Smith - 2123 N 33rd St – said that she is the chef and that the applicant makes sure that everything is good before the day starts and that he is good a person. Kristina - 8029 W Crawford Av – said that she works at the store and that they do a good job over there. Virginia – said that the applicant has put a lot of money in that building despite the fact that he does not own the building and, that he has increased the lighting and surveillance system. She added that the sunshine park is a mess and that she has reported it to Ald. Stamper as well. Ms. Wallford – 1620 N 20th St - said that the applicant has always supported the community. Juanita Williams – 2541 N 14th St - said that the applicant has been very consistent with the community because he has not left the area or raised the prices. Individuals also present: Mr. Ellzey thanked everyone who came here to testify and said that they are trying as much as they can, to let everyone know that they have been heard. He added that the applicant works with the community, with the police department, with the alderman’s office and that he does a lot behind the scenes. Ald. Perez moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0) AMENDED Aye 5- Borkowski, Perez, Brostoff, Chambers Jr., and Spiker No 0 Excused 1- Coggs 05 CARABALLO, Robert, Agent for "Sundance, Inc.", Extended Hours Establishments and Food Dealer License Renewal Applications with Change of Agent City of Milwaukee Page 8 LICENSES COMMITTEE Meeting Minutes January 4, 2023 and Change of Hours From Opening at 7AM to Open at 8AM Sun - Sat and From Closing at 3AM Sun - Thu; at 5AM Sat & Sun To Close at 2AM Sun - Wed; at 2:30 AM on Thu; and at 3AM Fri & Sat for "Taco Bell #23265" at 5441 N Lovers Lane Rd. (Expires 1/22/2023) The applicant was present who said that the incident on the police report was between one staff member and a customer. He said that the employee violated the lobby hours and the policy by holding a weapon in the premises and, that he was terminated right away. Individuals also present: Ald. Perez moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0) AMENDED Aye 5- Borkowski, Perez, Brostoff, Chambers Jr., and Spiker No 0 Excused 1- Coggs 04 SINGH, Ranjit, Agent for "Brick Wing LLC", Class B Tavern and Public Entertainment Premises License Applications Requesting Instrumental Musicians, Disc Jockey, Bands, Karaoke, Poetry Readings, Patron Contests, 100 Concerts P/Year, Comedy Acts, Dancing by Performers and Patrons Dancing for "Brick Wing Event Hall" at 804 N MILWAUKEE St #Suite 100. The applicant was present who said that this venue will be open only for private events and to fit in the entertainment district as well. Individuals also present: Ald. Perez asked if they are going to be open even if they do not have any booked events. The applicant said that she will have promoters for ongoing events like poetry readings or fashios shows for example. Ms. DeLessio from the 4th district’s office said that Ald. Bauman has met with the applicant and that he has no objections. Ald. Perez moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0) AMENDED Aye 5- Borkowski, Perez, Brostoff, Chambers Jr., and Spiker No 0 Excused 1- Coggs CARLSON, Trinity Class D Operator’s License Application The applicant was present who said that she was 21 years old when the items on the police report happened. She added that she continues doing therapy and self-reflection. She also said that she has moved to a quiet area and, that she has put a lot of effort into change her life. Individuals also present: Ald. Spiker asked the applicant if she drinks still. The applicant said that occasionally. Ald. Brostoff moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0) AMENDED Aye 5- Borkowski, Perez, Brostoff, Chambers Jr., and Spiker City of Milwaukee Page 9 LICENSES COMMITTEE Meeting Minutes January 4, 2023 No 0 Excused 1- Coggs MANN, Simranpal S. Class D Operator’s License Application The applicant was present who said that he was younger when he made those great mistakes. He added that he is working to accomplish the goals that he has set for himself and, that he is not drinking anymore. Individuals also present: Ald. Brostoff asked about the drunk and driving item that happened recently. The applicant said that this item made him not to drink anymore. Ald. Brostoff said that they needed to look at this matter seriously and appreciated the fact that the applicant has taken the necessary measures. Ald. Brostoff moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0) AMENDED Aye 5- Borkowski, Perez, Brostoff, Chambers Jr., and Spiker No 0 Excused 1- Coggs 08 GREWAL, Pritpal S, Agent for "National Metro LLC", Extended Hours Establishments, Filling Station, Food Dealer and Weights & Measures License Renewal Applications for "Clark On National" at 812 S Layton Bl. (Expires 1/20/2023) The applicant was present. Individuals also present: Ald. Zamarripa requested to hold the application in order to hold a neighborhood meeting. The applicant agreed. Ald. Brostoff moved to hold the application to the call of the chair. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0) HELD TO CALL OF THE CHAIR Aye 5- Borkowski, Perez, Brostoff, Chambers Jr., and Spiker No 0 Excused 1- Coggs 14 BURAZIN, Ting M, Agent for "JSK Social Inc.", Class B Tavern, Food Dealer and Public Entertainment Premises License Applications Requesting Jukebox and 7 Amusement Machines for "Satchmo's" at 182 E LINCOLN Av. The applicant was present. Individuals also present: Ald. Dimitrijevic said that she has no objections. Ald. Brostoff moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0) AMENDED Aye 5- Borkowski, Perez, Brostoff, Chambers Jr., and Spiker No 0 Excused 1- Coggs City of Milwaukee Page 10 LICENSES COMMITTEE Meeting Minutes January 4, 2023 14 JABER, Yasser, Agent for "BAY VIEW QUICK MART, LLC", Class A Malt & Class A Liquor License Application Requesting Only Beer, Wine and Cider for "BAY VIEW QUICK MART" at 2690 S KINNICKINNIC Av. The applicant was present who said that he has owned this business for 30 years and that he is looking to expand it. Individuals in support: Michael Schmidt - 2197 S California St – said that the applicant is a good business owner and that he works with the neighborhood as well. Individuals also present: Ms. Dimitrijevic wanted to clarify that this license is for wine and cider only and that the community supports this application. She also said that she has no issues at this time. Ald. Brostoff moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0) AMENDED Aye 5- Borkowski, Perez, Brostoff, Chambers Jr., and Spiker No 0 Excused 1- Coggs 14 KOH, Jin san, Agent for "SUSHI YUKI RESTAURANT, INC.", Class B Tavern and Food Dealer License Applications for "SUSHI YUKI " at 2349 S KINNICKINNIC Av. The applicant was present along with his son who appeared as interpreter. The applicant said that this restaurant is moving from Waukesha and that he has been in the business for 10 years. Individuals also present: Ald. Dimitrijevic said that she is very excited about this application. Ald. Brostoff moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0) AMENDED Aye 5- Borkowski, Perez, Brostoff, Chambers Jr., and Spiker No 0 Excused 1- Coggs 14 LUCKS, Valeri A, Agent for "BUTTERCUP GARDENS, INC.", Class B Tavern License Application for "BUTTERCUP" at 2509 E OKLAHOMA Av. The applicant was present along with her business partner who said that is a garden shop (exterior plants) and gift shop and the reason to apply for the alcohol license is to host events for workshops and private events. Individuals in opposition: Richard Frenn Jr - 9817 W Hadley St – said that stores do not have parking lot and that his parking lot is used and that there are many alcohol licenses around. Individuals also present: Ald. Perez asked for the occupancy number. The applicant said that she does not know it yet but that it is a small place (about 900 sq ft). Ald. Spiker asked the witness if he owns the liquor store next to it. The witness said the he owns it. The witness passed around the photos that he brought to give the committee a better idea of the location. City of Milwaukee Page 11 LICENSES COMMITTEE Meeting Minutes January 4, 2023 Ald. Dimitrijevic said that she has been in communication with Mr. Frenn and the applicant. She wanted to point out that the applicant has a great history running business in the area and around the city. She added that she knows that is not the applicant’s intention to sell drinks to go and, that she will offer alcohol only during her private events. She also said that the applicant won’t be open as a bar at all. Mr. Cooney said that the plan operations says that 98% of the sales will come from selling plants and that any amendments can be done at the table. The applicant said that she agrees on making the necessary amendments. Ald. Dimitrijevic said that the applicant has a bright reputation doing business with the support the neighbors and that the plan of operations reflects the nature of the business. Ald. Spiker moved to amend the plan of operation for no carry outs. There were no objections. Ald. Brostoff moved approval as amended. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0) AMENDED Aye 5- Borkowski, Perez, Brostoff, Chambers Jr., and Spiker No 0 Excused 1- Coggs 14 PATEL, Dixitkumar C, Agent for "Chehar 1141, LLC", Class A Malt & Class A Liquor, Food Dealer and Weights & Measures License Applications for "Kainth Beer & Liquor" at 1141 E HOWARD Av. Atty. Bobot appeared on behalf of the applicant who said that his client is taking over this existing business and, that he has experience operating other stores around the city with no neighbors in opposition. Individuals also present: Ald. Dimitrijevic said that she has been in communication with the applicant and that there are no issues around this application. Ald. Chambers moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0) AMENDED Aye 5- Borkowski, Perez, Brostoff, Chambers Jr., and Spiker No 0 Excused 1- Coggs 03 WALTERS, Stacy AJ, Agent for "7-ELEVEN, INC.", Class A Malt, Extended Hours Establishments, Food Dealer and Weights & Measures License Applications for "7-ELEVEN # 35853J" at 3301 N Oakland Av. The applicant was present who said that it is a self-service food store. Individuals also present: Ald. Brostoff said that this location has been an issue for the neighbors and that is nothing against the new entity. Ald. Brostoff moved to hold the application to the call of the chair. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0) HELD TO CALL OF THE CHAIR Aye 5- Borkowski, Perez, Brostoff, Chambers Jr., and Spiker No 0 City of Milwaukee Page 12 LICENSES COMMITTEE Meeting Minutes January 4, 2023 Excused 1- Coggs 03 PICCIURRO, James L, Class B Tavern and Food Dealer License Applications for "Pitch's Lounge & Restaurant" at 1801 N HUMBOLDT Av. Atty. Maistelman appeared on behalf of the applicant who said that the son is taking over the business. Individuals also present: Ald. Brostoff said that the son wants to keep the same business model and moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0) AMENDED Aye 5- Borkowski, Perez, Brostoff, Chambers Jr., and Spiker No 0 Excused 1- Coggs 03 FORD-ZIEGELBAUER, Majarka M B, Agent for "EASTCASTLE PLACE, INC", Class B Tavern License Application for "EASTCASTLE PLACE" at 2505 E BRADFORD Av. The applicant was present who said that it is a senior community and they are building a community room where residents can have a drink. Individuals also present: Ald. Brostoff said that he had a conversation with the applicant and moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0) AMENDED Aye 5- Borkowski, Perez, Brostoff, Chambers Jr., and Spiker No 0 Excused 1- Coggs 03 TEJADA, Pedro E, Agent for "PEDRO'S SOUTH AMERICAN FOOD, LLC", Class B Tavern, Food Dealer, Sidewalk Dining and Public Entertainment Premises License Applications Requesting Instrumental Musicians for "La Cocina Del Sur Empanada Bar" at 701 E KEEFE Av. The applicant was present who said that he is transitioning from street vendor with food and drinks from Ecuador and Latin America. Individuals also present: Ald. Brostoff said that the applicant has been an amazing member of the community and moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0) AMENDED Aye 5- Borkowski, Perez, Brostoff, Chambers Jr., and Spiker No 0 Excused 1- Coggs 03 LATAVONG, Melissa S, Agent for "MKE Twisted LLC", Class B Tavern and Food Dealer License Renewal Applications for "Twisted Cafe" at 1505 N Farwell Av. (Expired 12/28/2022) City of Milwaukee Page 13 LICENSES COMMITTEE Meeting Minutes January 4, 2023 The applicant was present who said that she shared an e-mail with the License Investigation Unit regarding the pending fine/warrant. Individuals also present: Ald. Brostoff moved approval contingent to receive the satisfaction of the fine/warrant. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0) AMENDED Aye 5- Borkowski, Perez, Brostoff, Chambers Jr., and Spiker No 0 Excused 1- Coggs 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. (Expired 12/10/2022) The applicant was present who said that the former employee violated several policies and that he has been terminated ever since. He also said they are re-training employees to avoid any more violations. Individuals also present: Ald. Brostoff said that he has talked to the applicant regarding the issues on the police report and the steps that he is taking to train his employees on how to deescalate situations and; the concerns from neighbors regarding garbage and debris as well. Ald. Brostoff moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0) AMENDED Aye 5- Borkowski, Perez, Brostoff, Chambers Jr., and Spiker No 0 Excused 1- Coggs 03 WRIGHT, Kaitlyn, Agent for "goBrands Inc", Extended Hours Establishments and Food Dealer License Renewal Applications with Change of Agent for "gopuff" at 2037 N FARWELL Av. (Expired 11/1/2022) Atty. Josh Kimbel appeared on behalf of the applicant. Individuals in opposition: Janet Arnold – 2029 N Farwell Av – said that two cars have been stolen on the parking lot, that there are people talking outside their cars at 11 pm, that kids are running on her property and that she does not want anybody on her property. She added that delivery trucks blocks the garbage and recycling collection and that this business don’t care. She said that the situation is getting ridiculous and that this is the third year going through the same and that no one cares. Ald. Chambers asked the applicant if she has contacted the police for being bullied by the drivers standing outside. The witness said that she calls the police and the alderman’s office. Ald. Spiker asked the witness if the drivers are the ones that hang outside and make the noise. The witness said that it is correct. Ald. Spiker asked the witness if she has an actual or direct number where to report these issues. The witness said that the people say that they cannot do anything about it because the drivers are independent. City of Milwaukee Page 14 LICENSES COMMITTEE Meeting Minutes January 4, 2023 Atty. Kimbell asked the witness where the trash cans are. The witness said that they are on the alley. Individuals also present: Leor Reef – said that he works there and that they have made changes to mitigate the issues mentioned at the last hearing. He added that he has sent e-mails to Ms. Arnold that bounce back and left voice messages that have not been returned. He said that they have been very responsive. The meeting paused at 4:05 pm The meeting reconvened at 4:30 pm Ald. Borkowski asked Mr. Reef to give his answer again. Mr. Reef said that he is always available and that they have made progress and asked Ms. Arnold for a best e-mail or telephone number to be reached at. Ald. Brostoff said that the company has been very responsive and that he is happy to facilitate the conversations between the applicant and the neighborhood. He added that he lives very close and; that he can be called to take a look at any time. Ald. Brostoff said that given that the company has been responsive moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0) AMENDED Aye 5- Borkowski, Perez, Brostoff, Chambers Jr., and Spiker No 0 Excused 1- Coggs 03 KIECKBUSCH, Gregory A, Agent for "KRS Hospitality Group, LLC", Class B Tavern and Public Entertainment Premises License Application Requesting Instrumental Musicians, Jukebox and Karaoke for "Makk N Cheese & Juana Taco" at 2911 N Oakland Av. The applicant was not present. Ald. Brostoff said that he talked to the applicant and requested that this application be held to the call of the chair. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0) HELD TO CALL OF THE CHAIR Aye 5- Borkowski, Perez, Brostoff, Chambers Jr., and Spiker No 0 Excused 1- Coggs 03 PATEL, Sandipkumar M, Agent for "MAA VERAI, INC.", Class A Malt & Class A Liquor, Extended Hours Establishments and Food Dealer License Applications for "Murray Pantry" at 2430 N MURRAY Av. The applicant was present who said that he wants to continue business as usual and to close at midnight because he does not want to have a conflict with the neighbors. Individuals in opposition: Michael Maierli – 2018 E Greenwich Av – said that the official application says that they were applying for a full liquor license and extended hours licenses which they oppose to but that he and his wife are ok with the business as it is now. Individuals also present: Ald. Brostoff said that they had a really good meeting and that the conclusion was to have the beer and to close at midnight during the weekends and, that there will be an City of Milwaukee Page 15 LICENSES COMMITTEE Meeting Minutes January 4, 2023 opportunity from the neighbors to revisit this application in the future. Mr. Cooney said that a motion is needed to amend the application. Ald. Brostoff moved to amend the application to Class A Beer only and to close at 12 am on Fri, Sat & Sun and; to close at 10:30 pm Mon - Thu. There were no objections. Ald. Brostoff moved approval as amended. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0) AMENDED Aye 5- Borkowski, Perez, Brostoff, Chambers Jr., and Spiker No 0 Excused 1- Coggs 03 GNADT, Daniel C, Agent for "FALCON BOWL LLC", Class B Tavern, Food Dealer and Public Entertainment Premises License Applications Requesting Instrumental Musicians, Disc Jockey, Jukebox, Bands, Magic Shows, Karaoke, Battle of the Bands, 6 Bowling Lanes, 3 Concerts and 2 Theather Performances per Year, Comdey Acts, Dancing by Performers,Patrons Dancing and 1 Pool Table for "FALCON BOWL" at 801 E Clarke St. The applicant was present who said that they will continue to operate as a bowling alley, adding more leagues, operating the tavern and to expand the use of the hall. Individuals also present: Ald. Brostoff said that this will be a great addition to the neighborhood and that this business has been an institution and moved approval. There were no objections. (Prevailed 5-0) AMENDED Aye 5- Borkowski, Perez, Brostoff, Chambers Jr., and Spiker No 0 Excused 1- Coggs 07 SINGH, Lakhbir, Agent for "SEHRA SONS LLC", Extended Hours Establishments. Filling Station, Food Dealer and Weights & Measures License Renewal Applications for "Capitol Citgo Mart" at 4302 W CAPITOL DR. (Expires 1/22/2023) The applicant was present along with Atty. Maistelman who said that his client has been always cooperative. He added that no incidences have happened since they put in place the abatement plan with MPD. Mr. Singh said that he has 24 cameras and that he always give access to the MPD. Individuals in opposition: Mabel Lamb – Executive Director of the Sherman Neighborhood Association - 3526 W Fond du Lac Av – said that they receive calls from neighbors who are not in support on the extended hours license because these businesses keep the community up and going. Ald. Chambers asked the witness what would be a fair compromise. Ms. Lamb said that to close at 11 pm and to open at 6 am the next day. Yvonne McCaskill – 3959 N 29th St – said that she belongs to a coalition of neighborhoods and that they are not in support of the extended hours license because they bring traffic and there is not benefit for the community. She also said that is nothing against the businesses but that they want to control the situations that happen at night. She added that they will be requesting to end with this type of licenses for all the businesses when the time comes up. City of Milwaukee Page 16 LICENSES COMMITTEE Meeting Minutes January 4, 2023 Individuals in support: Marlin Moutrey - 6222 W Fond Du Lac Av- said that he needs the gas station open 24 hours because he works third shift and that he needs to go somewhere for gas or milk. James - 6700 W Hampton Av – said that the gas station is not causing any problem but the people. Mr. Singh – 9347 Spindale Top Ct - said that there are no other gas stations down the road on Sherman Blvd and Capitol Dr. Individuals also present: Ald. Rainey said that he agrees with the neighbors’ testimony and that the extended hours establishments have been an issue everywhere and recommended nonrenewal of the extended hours based on the neighborhood testimony and renewal of the other licenses. Ald. Spiker asked Sgt. Velasquez why the times were not included on the bigger narrative because they are very helpful when discussing extended hours licenses. Sgt. Velasquez said that she will address this issue. Ald. Spiker said that all the incidents from the police report happened outside the extended hours license but that he is concerned that the applicant did not report the incidents to the police. Atty. Maistelman read the abatement plan submitted to the police and provided a copy to the committee requesting to make it part of the plan of operations. Ald. Spiker made the motion to include the abatement plan as part of the plan of operations. There were no objections. Atty. Farris advised to take the votes for the Extended Hours license separated from the other licenses. Ald. Spiker moved approval of the Filling Station, Food Dealer and Weights & Measures. There were no objections. (Prevailed 4-0) AMENDED Aye 4- Borkowski, Perez, Chambers Jr., and Spiker No 0 Excused 2- Coggs, and Brostoff 07 SINGH, Lakhbir, Agent for "SEHRA SONS LLC", Extended Hours Establishments. Filling Station, Food Dealer and Weights & Measures License Renewal Applications for "Capitol Citgo Mart" at 4302 W CAPITOL DR. (Expires 1/22/2023) Ald. Spiker moved renewal with a 30 day suspension of the extended hours license based on the neighborhood testimony. The motion did not pass. (2-2). Ald. Chambers moved non renewal of the Extended Hours license based on the neighborhood and aldermanic testimony. (Prevailed 3-1) Ald. Brostoff left the meeting at 5:06 pm AMENDED Aye 3- Borkowski, Perez, and Chambers Jr. No 1- Spiker Excused 2- Coggs, and Brostoff 07 RAY, SR, Michael, Agent for "Michael Ray Gents Plus LLC", Class B Tavern and Public Entertainment Premises License Renewal Applications for "Gold Diggers Milw" at 4750 N HOPKINS St. (Expires 1/17/2023) City of Milwaukee Page 17 LICENSES COMMITTEE Meeting Minutes January 4, 2023 The applicant was present along with Atty. Maistelman who said that the person from item 20 is here to speak. Zhane Brooks - 4750 N 35th St – said that she missed the court date and that she did not have any saying at the court date because she did not receive the notice but that the assault never happened. Mr. Ray said that he wants to keep running his business. Individuals in opposition: Roshounda Cleveland - 4750 N 37th St – said that she is the only one that has the guts to appear every year here for seven years. She said that she has been here testifying for the same reasons over the years (garbage, loitering, people drinking and smoking in front of her house, even people having sex in front of her house after leaving the bar) and no changes have happened. She said that even when the bar is open, there are people urinating outside. She said that she has submitted the videos of everything that she testifies about. She mentioned that they had a neighborhood meeting at the Villard library where she talked about her concerns and that the applicant has not done anything to fix them and that in fact, the problems have gotten worse. She also said that this situation is getting ridiculous at the point that some things are done in purpose like shots being fired in front of her house and or people blasting music at 3-4 am. She also said that you can see the difference when the bar is closed because only regular stuff happens on the street. Individuals also present: Ald. Spiker asked Ms. Cleveland if the police answer her calls. Ms. Cleveland said that they do and that they come to her house to retrieve videos as well and that she has been in touch with the community liaison officer. Ald. Spiker asked the applicant if she gets in touch with the applicant when there is a problem. Ms. Cleveland said that she does not because when she used to do it, they just laughed at her. Atty. Maistelman said that the witness gives identical testimony every year so he asked for a date/time of any specific event. Ms. Cleveland said that she gives identical testimony because the same things still happening. She added that a couple of months ago, she had to call the police three times in one month because of people defecating outside when the bar is open. Atty. Maistelman asked what the police did. Ms. Cleveland said that the police did nothing because they did not catch them but they saw the videos. Atty. Maistelman asked Ms. Cleveland what has not been done in reference to the meeting that she had with the applicant and Ald. Rainey. Ms. Cleveland said that the security guard just sits in the car in front on the bar and that he does not patrol or control the area at all, people loitering outside the bar, people urinating outside, people blasting music. Ald. Rainey said that this is a very difficult situation and that Ms. Cleveland concerns from last year have made it to the local news and that they are well documented. He added that the issue is that there is no police report associated with the calls from the neighbor and that it is hard to take a route to satisfy both parties but after everything that he has heard and seen supports a motion of renewal with a 30 day suspension due the issues that neighbor has been reporting. Ald. Spiker asked Sgt. Velasquez why the events that Ms. Cleveland are not in report. Sgt. Velasquez said that she is looking at the file and that there a lot of service calls for this location that did not make it to the police report and that mostly are noise complaints that are not substantiated. Ald. Chambers said that after reading the e-mails, he noticed that the bar is open past City of Milwaukee Page 18 LICENSES COMMITTEE Meeting Minutes January 4, 2023 2 am and asked the applicant if the neighbors come to him to complaint prior doing it with the alderperson and what he has done in order to be a better neighbor. Atty. Maistelman said that no one is here to support those e-mails so those should not be taken in consideration. Mr. Ray said that the police have the passwords for the surveillance system and that there are no customers after 2 am but his employees who leave after. Atty. Maistelman said that only one neighbor has brought all of the issues up and, that the neighbor never calls them and, that Sgt. Velasquez said that none of the service calls were substantiated. Mr. Ray said that Ms. Cleveland never calls him, that she has his number, and that it is posted on the back door of his business. Ald. Chambers moved renewal with a 30 day suspension based on the police report, neighborhood and aldermanic testimony. There were no objections. (Prevailed 3-0) Ald. Perez left during this application hearing. AMENDED Aye 3- Borkowski, Chambers Jr., and Spiker No 0 Excused 3- Coggs, Perez, and Brostoff Agenda Only 02 SIDDIQUE, Mohammad S, Agent for "Siddique, Inc", Extended Hours Establishments, Filling Station, Food Dealer and Weights & Measures License Applications requesting to Open at 5AM and Close at 2 AM Sun – Sat for "Star Fuel Center and Pantry" at 5656 N 76TH St. 03 BURANABUNYUT, Nongluk, Agent for "Lazy Tiger Group LLC", Class B Tavern, Food Dealer and Sidewalk Dining License Renewal Applications with Transfer of Stock and Transfer of Stock and Change of Agent on the Sidewalk Dining License for "Easy Tyger Restaurant" at 1230 E Brady St. 03 SETTECASE, Robert A, Agent for "MMX, LLC", Secondhand Dealer's License Application for "MEGA MEDIA XCHANGE" at 1709 N FARWELL Av. 04 KATT, Daniel P, Agent for "Good City Brewing LLC", Extended Hours Establishments and Food Dealer License Renewal Applications with Transfer of Stock for "Good City Brewing" at 333 W JUNEAU Av. 04 WILTGEN, Robert L, Agent for "Oak Barrel Public House LLC", Class B Tavern, Public Entertainment Premises, Food Dealer and Sidewalk Dining License Renewal Applications with Transfer of Stock for "Oak Barrel" at 1033 N Martin L King Jr DR. 04 WRIGHT, Kevin S, Agent for "Third Space Brewing LLC", Public Entertainment Premises License Renewal Application Adding 20 Concerts per Year for "Third Space Brewing" at 1505 W St Paul Av. 07 TURNER, Timothy, Agent for "Fond du Lac Auto Sales and Car Repair LLC", Secondhand Motor Vehicle Dealer's License Application for "Fond du Lac Auto Sales and Car Repair" at 4204 W FOND DU LAC Av. 10 PAGE, Jermaine L, Agent for "Family Ties Auto Sales LLC", Secondhand Motor City of Milwaukee Page 19 LICENSES COMMITTEE Meeting Minutes January 4, 2023 Vehicle Dealer's License Application for "Family Ties Auto Sales and Service" at 5816 W Appleton Av. 14 ESQUER, Claudio R, Agent for "Suarez Auto & Towing Services LLC", Recycling, Salvaging, or Towing Premises License Application Requesting Dealing, Storing and/or Transporting Junk/Valuable Metal, Waste Tires and Salvaged Motor Vehicle Parts (including secondhand tires/batteries); and Removing and/or Recycling Waste Tires for "Suarez Auto & Towing Services LLC" at 802 W OKLAHOMA Av. Ald. Spiker moved approval of the "Agenda Only" items. There were no objections. (Prevailed 3-0) AMENDED Aye 3- Borkowski, Chambers Jr., and Spiker No 0 Excused 3- Coggs, Perez, and Brostoff Warning Letter NORMAN, Kimberly Class D Operator’s License Application PUHEK, Kathryn J Class D Operator’s License Application ROMAN, Suheidy V Class D Operator’s License Renewal Application 04 VITUCCI, Michael J, Agent for "CAMPUS RECREATIONS, INC", Class B Tavern and Public Entertainment Premises License Renewal Applications for "MURPHY'S IRISH PUB" at 1613 W WELLS St. Ald. Chambers moved approval of the "Warning Letter" items. There were no objections. (Prevailed 3-0) AMENDED Aye 3- Perez, Chambers Jr., and Spiker No 0 Excused 3- Coggs, Borkowski, and Brostoff Ald. Spiker moved approval of the file 221335 as amended. There were no objections. (Prevailed 3-0) RECOMMENDED FOR APPROVAL Aye 5- Borkowski, Perez, Brostoff, Chambers Jr., and Spiker No 0 Excused 1- Coggs The meeting adjourned at 5:55 pm Yadira Melendez City of Milwaukee Page 20 LICENSES COMMITTEE Meeting Minutes January 4, 2023 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 21