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City of West Allis Meeting Minutes Common Council Mayor Jeannette Bell, Chair Alderperson James W. Sengstock, Council President Alderpersons: Gary T. Barczak, Michael J. Czaplewski, Kurt E. Kopplin, Thomas G. Lajsic, Richard F. Narlock, Rosalie L. Reinke, Lester Trudell, Jr., Vincent Vitale, and Martin J. Weigel Tuesday, October 7, 2003 7:00 PM City Hall - Council Chambers REGULAR MEETING A. CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order by Mayor Bell at 7:00 p.m. B. ROLL CALL Present 10 - Barczak, Czaplewski, Kopplin, Lajsic, Narlock, Reinke, Sengstock, Trudell, Vitale, and Weigel C. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Ald. Czaplewski. D. PUBLIC HEARINGS 1. 2003-0602 On the matters contained in the Year 2004 Operating Plan for the Downtown West Allis Business Improvement District and the schedule of proposed special assessments to be levied under the plan. Explanation of the proposed plan by Patrick Schloss, Acting Economic Development Manager. Appearances: None 2. O-2003-0063 An ordinance to amend the official West Allis Zoning Map by rezoning certain lands located at 33** S. 113 St. from RA-1 Residence District to RC-1 Residence District (Tax Key No. 523-9960-004). Explanation of the proposed ordinance by Steve Schaer, Manager of Planning & Zoning Division. Appearances: None 3. 2003-0572 Transitional use application submitted by Efstathios Sidirokastritis d/b/a Greek Island Restaurant (formerly Mega), 7727 W. Greenfield Ave. to construct a commercial parking lot on residentially zoned property located at 1420 S. 78 St. Explanation of the proposed special use by Steve Schaer, Manager of Planning & Zoning Division. The Clerk's Office received one (1) letter in favor and one (1) letter opposed to the proposed parking lot. Appearances: City of West Allis Page 1 Printed on 12/21/2018 Common Council Meeting Minutes October 7, 2003 George Markopoulos, 1421 S. 77 St., opposed to proposal for a parking lot. Judy Cullen, 1447-49-51 S. 78 St., indicated the property is zoned residential, and does not understand why the change of the use has come up again. Pat Brick, 1433 S 78 St., is in favor of the proposal, and stated that the lot will keep cars off the street. Jim Mejchar, President, West Allis Chamber of Commerce, 7149 W. Greenfield Ave., is in favor of the proposal. He commented that the Milwaukee Mile is going through some dramatic changes, and parking may become an issue in the neighborhood. He anticipates increased popularity for the restaurant, and the area will look nice. Efstathios Sidirokastritis, 1420 S. 78 St., stated that he is the new owner of the property. He has been in business for approximately twenty (20) years, and he plans on making the area look nice including painting, lighting, improvements to the parking lot, and improved signage. He does not want the lot to remain vacant. E. CITIZEN PARTICIPATION Appearances: Brian Preiss, Executive Director, Downtown Business Improvement District, 7231 W. Greenfield Ave., thanked everyone who attended the 13th Annual Classic Car Show. Also, he stated that the West Allis Community Media Center has moved downtown to 7210 W. Greenfield Ave., and a new façade has been added. Mr. Preiss indicated that within the next few months into early next year, aesthetic changes will be noticeable in the downtown area. Jim Mejchar, President, West Allis Chamber of Commerce, 7149 W. Greenfield Ave., mentioned that the grand opening, ribbon cutting and open house for Channel 14 will be on November 6th at 5:30 p.m. Also, on October 20th, the West Allis Historical Society is having their annual dinner at Tanner Paull, and tickets are $15.00. The West Allis Chamber of Commerce and West Allis Charities have partnered up to have Community Night with the Milwaukee Wave. The event is scheduled for November 14th at 7:00 p.m. at the U.S. Cellular Arena, and tickets are $14.00. Mr. Mejchar further described a long-term project with Albert Muchka, a member of West Allis Historical Commission, resulting with a pictorial history book of West Allis. They will be available at City Hall and the Chamber of Commerce for $19.99 plus tax. Courtney Korselt, 2138 S. Livingston Terrace, commented on the resolution regarding the pavement project for her street. She stated her concerns regarding traffic, and mentioned a petition previously submitted regarding a cul-de-sac. She requested another look be taken at their proposal for the area. Gerise LaSpisa, 2128 S. Livingston Terrace, commented on the previously submitted request for a cul-de-sac at S. Livingston Terrace and W. Becher Pl. She indicated that there are approximately 700 cars per day on her street. She remarked that since the street is close to City yards a lot of traffic in the area relates to construction projects. Also, Ms. LaSpisa announced the formation of the East Allis Community Association which covers the area between S. 60 St. to S. 70 St. and W. Arthur Ave. to W. Rogers St. The Association's first event for the area is nighttime trick-or-treating scheduled for October 31st. They will also be producing a newsletter. Philip LaSpisa, 2128 S. Livingston Terrace, commented on the resolution regarding improvements to S. Livingston Terrace. He mentioned that he has already paid money towards alley improvements, but he does not have access to it. Mr. LaSpisa questioned further costs for City of West Allis Page 2 Printed on 12/21/2018 Common Council Meeting Minutes October 7, 2003 him. He requested that another look be taken at the cul-de-sac suggestion as value to the City and the neighborhood. Richard Siebenaller, 8719 W. Orchard St., questioned the proposed budget regarding curbside pickup and potential for liability. F. ANNOUNCEMENT OF RECESS MEETINGS OF STANDING COMMITTEES Mayor Bell announced that the following Committees would meet during recess: Administration & Finance, Public Works, Safety & Development, License & Health, and Advisory. G. MISCELLANEOUS BUSINESS Agenda Approval that the agenda including supplemental agenda item no. 50a., as submitted, be accepted A motion was made by Ald. Sengstock, seconded by Ald. Barczak, that the agenda including supplemental agenda item no. 50a., as submitted, be accepted. The motion carried. Approval of Minutes to approve the minutes of the regular meeting of September 16, 2003 A motion was made by Ald. Sengstock, seconded by Ald. Vitale, to approve the minutes of the regular meeting of September 16, 2003. The motion carried. H. ITEMS NOT REFERRED TO COMMITTEE 4. 2003-0600 Communications and all other matters referred to various Committees prior to June 1, 2003. This Matter was Placed on File on a Block Vote. 5. 2003-0603 Linda A. Niebuhr and Patricia A. Kraemer, 1021 S. 103 St., communication on behalf of Kerry M. Kraemer, 2429 S. 94 St., regarding injuries which allegedly occurred on or about August 29, 2003. This Matter was Placed on File on a Block Vote. 6. 2003-0604 Richard McCullough communication regarding a solar pool cover allegedly removed during refuse collection at 2045 S. 72 St. on September 10, 2003. This Matter was Referred for Legal Action to the City Attorney on a Block Vote. 7. 2003-0619 Faye Hancock communication regarding vehicle damage which allegedly occurred while parked in her space at the Beloit Road Housing Complex, 7335 W. Dreyer Pl., on or about September 12, 2003 (including possible car rental reimbursement). This Matter was Referred for Legal Action to the City Attorney on a Block Vote. 8. 2003-0620 American Family Insurance Group communication on behalf of their insured Xay Xana Yang, 871 S. 75 St., regarding vehicle damage which allegedly occurred when Mr. Yang was backing in his driveway on September 5, 2003, their Claim No. 00-601-350759-0422, in the amount of $2,174.93. This Matter was Referred for Legal Action to the City Attorney on a Block Vote. City of West Allis Page 3 Printed on 12/21/2018 Common Council Meeting Minutes October 7, 2003 9. 2003-0621 Jack Brees, 2989 S. Waukesha Rd., communication regarding alleged vehicle damage while backing out of his driveway on August 25, 2003. This Matter was Referred for Legal Action to the City Attorney on a Block Vote. 10. 2003-0623 Guenther Huebner communication regarding his vehicle allegedly being removed from his property at 5665 S. Martin Rd., New Berlin, on August 7, 2003. This Matter was Referred for Legal Action to the City Attorney on a Block Vote. Passed The Block Vote I. STANDING COMMITTEE REPORTS None. J. COMMON COUNCIL RECESS that the Council recess until completion of Committee meetings A motion was made by Ald. Sengstock, seconded by Ald. Barczak, that the Council recess until completion of Committee meetings. The motion carried. Thereupon, the Council took a recess at 7:32 p.m. Upon returning from recess at 8:17 p.m., and the roll call being taken, there were: Present 10 - Barczak, Czaplewski, Kopplin, Lajsic, Narlock, Reinke, Sengstock, Trudell, Vitale, and Weigel K. NEW AND PREVIOUS MATTERS ADMINISTRATION & FINANCE COMMITTEE 12. O-2003-0066 An Ordinance to Amend Ordinance No. 6634 Establishing the Salary Ranges of Certain Employees in the Executive Service, the Managerial Service, the Deputy Service, and the Confidential, Professional, and Supervisory Service of the City of West Allis for the Years 2002-2005 (Deputy Police Chief-Operations and Deputy Police Chief-Support Services). This Matter was Passed on a Block Vote. 13. O-2003-0068 An Ordinance to Create Subsection 2.19(9) of the West Allis Revised Municipal Code Relating to Fees for Warrants (Sponsored by Ald. Czaplewski). This Matter was Passed on a Block Vote. 14. O-2003-0069 An Ordinance to Amend Subsection 2.19(8) of the West Allis Revised Municipal Code Relating to Stipulations. This Matter was Passed on a Block Vote. 15. R-2003-0294 Resolution relative to the Amendment of the Flexible Benefits Plan adopted by the City of West Allis. This Matter was Adopted on a Block Vote. 16. R-2003-0295 Resolution to approve Facade Demonstration Project Contract, in the sum of $800.00, by and between the City of West Allis and Ronald A. Tousignant for the property located at 6031 West National Avenue. City of West Allis Page 4 Printed on 12/21/2018 Common Council Meeting Minutes October 7, 2003 This Matter was Adopted on a Block Vote. 17. 2003-0601 Pressed Steel Tank Co., Inc., 1445 S. 66 St., communications regarding the anticipation of one (1) permanent layoff on or about November 15, 2003, eleven (11) permanent layoffs on or about November 30, 2003, and a change in termination dates of thirty (30) previously notified employees to be on or about October 24, 2003 and October 31, 2003. This Matter was Placed on File on a Block Vote. 18. 2003-0608 Report for the month of March, 2003 indicating CWA checks issued in the amount of $14,794,115.84 including Investment of Funds. This Matter was Placed on File on a Block Vote. 19. 2003-0610 Report for the month of April, 2003 indicating City of West Allis checks issued in the amount of $19,903,762.02 including Investment of Funds and settlement with other taxing units. This Matter was Placed on File on a Block Vote. 20. 2003-0612 Report for the month of May, 2003 indicating City of West Allis checks issued in the amount of $9,286,039.85 including Investment of Funds. This Matter was Placed on File on a Block Vote. 21. 2003-0615 Report for the month of June, 2003 indicating City of West Allis checks issued in the amount of $18,928,620.28 including Investment of Funds and settlement with other taxing units. This Matter was Placed on File on a Block Vote. 22. 2003-0616 Report for the month of July, 2003 indicating Ctiy of West Allis checks issued in the amount ot $17,098,509.20 including the Investment of Funds. This Matter was Placed on File on a Block Vote. 23. 2003-0617 Communication from Comptroller/Manager of Finance submitting the City of West Allis Unaudited Financial Statement Package for the period ended August 31, 2003 for review and approval. This Matter was Placed on File on a Block Vote. 24. 2003-0628 2004 City of West Allis Mayor's Recommended Budget. Held in Administration & Finance Committee during recess. City Attorney Claim Report 25. 2001-0009 Summons and Complaint in the matter of Ralph F. Schmidt, Sr. v. City of West Allis, et al. This Matter was Placed on File on a Block Vote. 26. 2001-0039 Rose Fischer, 1709 Blake Ave., South Milwaukee, communication regarding personal injury, due to a fall, allegedly sustained between the sidewalk and the street near 1432 S. 65 St., on August 28, 2001. City of West Allis Page 5 Printed on 12/21/2018 Common Council Meeting Minutes October 7, 2003 This Matter was Paid on a Block Vote. 27. 2002-0214 Welcenbach & Widmann, S.C. communication submitted on behalf of Rose and Timothy Fischer regarding injuries and damages allegedly sustained at 1432 S. 65 St. on August 28, 2001. This Matter was Paid on a Block Vote. 28. 2003-0267 Summons & Complaint in the matter of Rose Fischer and Timothy Fischer vs. City of West Allis and First Health, Case No. 03CV002975, submitted by Welcenbach & Widmann, S.C. This Matter was Paid on a Block Vote. 29. 1995-0009 Communication submitted by Kachelski & Straub on behalf of their client Paul Sibila for personal injuries allegedly sustained involving an arrest on May 23, 1995, at his residence at 1113 S. 73 St. This Matter was Placed on File on a Block Vote. 30. 2001-0120 Summons and Complaint submitted by Kachelski, Atta & Straub, S.C., in the matter of Paul D. Sibila v. the City of West Allis, et al., and Case No. 01-C-0514. This Matter was Placed on File on a Block Vote. 31. 2000-0015 Brennan, Ramirez & Sesini, Notice of Injury and Claim for Damages, on behalf of Cristy L. Voelker, allegedly sustained on or about May 4, 2000, at the intersection of S. 76 St. and W. Madison Ave. This Matter was Denied on a Block Vote. 32. 2002-0200 Summons and Complaint in the matter of Bank One, N.A. vs. City of West Allis Community Development Authority, et al. This Matter was Placed on File on a Block Vote. 33. 2002-0236 Writ of Certiorari to the City of West Allis in the matter of Charles E. Benidt v. City of West Allis. This Matter was Denied on a Block Vote. 34. 2003-0387 Kasdorf, Lewis & Swietlik, S.C., Notice of the Circumstances of the Claim on behalf of their client, Greg Nawrocki, 5533 W. National Ave., Milwaukee and ACUITY, A Mutual Insurance Company, regarding a water main break on January 27, 2003. This Matter was Denied on a Block Vote. 35. 2003-0461 Alison Taurel communication regarding vehicle damage allegedly sustained on S. 77 St. during the week of June 23, 2003. This Matter was Denied on a Block Vote. 36. 2003-0526 Derek Hug, 1721 S. 62 St., communication regarding misplaced personal property between the West Allis Police Department and the Milwaukee County Jail on July 20, 2003. This Matter was Paid on a Block Vote. City of West Allis Page 6 Printed on 12/21/2018 Common Council Meeting Minutes October 7, 2003 Passed The Block Vote Aye: 10 - Barczak, Czaplewski, Kopplin, Lajsic, Narlock, Reinke, Sengstock, Trudell, Vitale, and Weigel No: 0 PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE 11. R-2003-0299 Resolution relative to accepting the proposal of Schmidt Engineering & Equipment, Inc. for furnishing one (1) used 1992 1400 ton per hour snow blower for a total net sum of $38,500.00. This Matter was Adopted on a Block Vote. 37. R-2003-0274 Resolution accepting work of KPH Construction Corp. for asbestos abatement at 3000 S. 124 St. and 2984 S. 106 St. in the City of West Allis and authorizing and directing payment of said contract in accordance with contract terms of 2003 Project No. 21. This Matter was Adopted on a Block Vote. 38. R-2003-0275 Resolution accepting work of Badger Wrecking, Inc. for razing at 3000 S. 124 St. and 2984 S. 106 St. in the City of West Allis and authorizing and directing payment of said contract in accordance with contract terms of 2003 Project No. 18. This Matter was Adopted on a Block Vote. 39. R-2003-0276 Resolution accepting work of Balestrieri Environmental & Development, Inc. for asbestos abatement at Fire Station # 1, 7332 W. National Ave. and Fire Station #3, 10830 W. Lapham St. in the City of West Allis and authorizing and directing payment of said contract in accordance with contract terms of 2003 Project No. 13. This Matter was Adopted on a Block Vote. 40. R-2003-0277 Resolution accepting work of Capitol Pavers Inc. for street construction in S. 124 St. from W. Oklahoma Ave./W. National Ave. to W. Morgan Ave. and authorizing and directing payment of said contract in accordance with contract terms of 2003 Project No. 15. This Matter was Adopted on a Block Vote. 41. R-2003-0278 Resolution ordering preliminary plans and specifications together with a schedule of proposed assessments for improvement of S. 70 St. from W. Washington St. to W. Greenfield Ave. and portions of intersecting streets by major asphalt resurfacing of the pavement with miscellaneous sidewalk repair, miscellaneous driveway repair, storm sewer relay, sanitary sewer relay and utility adjustments. This Matter was Adopted on a Block Vote. 43. R-2003-0280 Resolution ordering preliminary plans and specifications together with a schedule of proposed assessments for improvement of S. 76 St. east service drive from W. Cleveland Ave. to S. Van Dyke Pl. by new asphalt construction of the pavement, new concrete curb and gutter, new driveway approaches, storm sewer, building services and utility adjustments. City of West Allis Page 7 Printed on 12/21/2018 Common Council Meeting Minutes October 7, 2003 This Matter was Adopted on a Block Vote. 44. R-2003-0281 Resolution ordering preliminary plans and specifications together with a schedule of proposed assessments for improvement of S. 65 St. from W. Revere Pl. to W. Beloit Rd.; S. 66 St. from W. Revere Pl. to W. Beloit Rd.; S. Livingston Terr. from S. 67 Pl. to W. Grant St.; W. Revere Pl. from S. 65 St. to S. Livingston Terr.; W. Oconto Pl. from W. McGeoch Ave. to S. 65 St.; and W. Grant St. from S. 66 St. to S. 67 Pl. and portions of intersecting streets by interim asphalt resurfacing and utility adjustments. This Matter was Adopted on a Block Vote. 45. R-2003-0282 Resolution ordering preliminary plans and specifications together with a schedule of proposed assessments for improvement of W. Rogers St. from S. 53 St. to S. 60 St. and portions of intersecting streets by concrete reconstruction of the pavement with miscellaneous sidewalk repair, new driveway approaches, storm sewer relay, sanitary sewer relay, water main relay, building services and utility adjustments. This Matter was Adopted on a Block Vote. 46. R-2003-0283 Resolution ordering preliminary plans and specifications together with a schedule of proposed assessments for improvement of W. Orchard St. from S. 76 St. to S. 82 St. and portions of intersecting streets by concrete reconstruction of the pavement with miscellaneous sidewalk repair, new driveway approaches, storm sewer, storm sewer relay, sanitary sewer relay, water main, water main relay, building services and utility adjustments. This Matter was Adopted on a Block Vote. 47. R-2003-0284 Resolution ordering preliminary plans and specifications together with a schedule of proposed assessments for improvement of various alleys in the City of West Allis by removal and reconstruction of the concrete alley pavement, new concrete alley pavement, storm sewer, storm sewer relay, building services, utility adjustments and storm underdrain. This Matter was Adopted on a Block Vote. 48. R-2003-0285 Resolution ordering preliminary plans and specifications together with a schedule of proposed assessments for improvement of several alleys in the City of West Allis by asphalt resurfacing of the alley pavement and utility adjustments. This Matter was Adopted on a Block Vote. 49. R-2003-0292 Resolution Authorizing Entering into an Intergovernmental Cooperation Agreement for Use and Distribution of Proceeds for Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources "Round Two" Recycling Efficiency Incentive Grants. This Matter was Adopted on a Block Vote. 50. R-2003-0298 Resolution Authorizing and Directing the City Engineer and Other Appropriate City Officials to Obtain Permanent Limited Easements for the Installation of Sanitary Sewer Between 84th Street and 82nd Street South of West Greenfield Avenue. This Matter was Adopted on a Block Vote. City of West Allis Page 8 Printed on 12/21/2018 Common Council Meeting Minutes October 7, 2003 Passed The Block Vote Aye: 10 - Barczak, Czaplewski, Kopplin, Lajsic, Narlock, Reinke, Sengstock, Trudell, Vitale, and Weigel No: 0 SAFETY & DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE 50a. O-2003-0064 An Ordinance to Create Subsections 7.15(5), (6) and (7) of the West Allis Revised Municipal Code Relating to Rooming Houses. (Sponsored by Ald. Czaplewski) This Matter was Passed as Amended on a Block Vote. 51. O-2003-0065 An Ordinance to Amend Subsection 10.18(5) of the Revised Municipal Code Relating to Penalties for Cruising (Sponsored by Ald. Narlock). This Matter was Passed on a Block Vote. 52. R-2003-0251 Resolution relative to determination of Special Use Application submitted by the Southside Baptist Church, to establish an elementary school within the existing building located at 1501 S. 73 St. This Matter was Adopted As Amended on a Block Vote. 53. 2003-0200 Special Use Application submitted by Stan McIntyre of the Southside Baptist Church to establish a Christian School within the existing building located at 1501 S. 73 St. This Matter was Placed on File on a Block Vote. 54. 2003-0598 Mike and Laura Eaton, 7705 W. Rogers St., communication against the granting of an occupancy permit to Family Video, 7619 W. National Ave. This Matter was Placed on File on a Block Vote. Public Hearing Items (Safety & Development Committee) 55. O-2003-0063 An ordinance to amend the official West Allis Zoning Map by rezoning certain lands located at 33** S. 113 St. from RA-1 Residence District to RC-1 Residence District (Tax Key No. 523-9960-004). This Matter was Passed on a Block Vote. 56. 2003-0523 Request by Tim Bruch of Tag Builders to amend the official West Allis map by rezoning certain lands located at 33** S. 113 St. tax key no. 523-9960-004 from RA-1 Residence District to RC-1 Residence District. This Matter was Placed on File on a Block Vote. Passed The Block Vote Aye: 10 - Barczak, Czaplewski, Kopplin, Lajsic, Narlock, Reinke, Sengstock, Trudell, Vitale, and Weigel No: 0 City of West Allis Page 9 Printed on 12/21/2018 Common Council Meeting Minutes October 7, 2003 57. R-2003-0297 Resolution relative to denial of a Transitional Use Application submitted by Efstathios Sidirokrastritis, d/b/a Greek Island Restaurant, formerly Mega Restaurant, located at 7727 W. Greenfield Ave. to construct a commercial parking lot on residentially zoned property at 1420 S. 78 St. Attachments: R-2003-0297 signed This Matter was Adopted on a Block Vote. 58. 2003-0572 Transitional use application submitted by Efstathios Sidirokastritis d/b/a Greek Island Restaurant (formerly Mega), 7727 W. Greenfield Ave. to construct a commercial parking lot on residentially zoned property located at 1420 S. 78 St. This Matter was Placed on File on a Block Vote. 59. 2003-0627 Petition submitted by residents in favor of proposal to expand the Greek Island Restaurant parking lot at 7727 W. Greenfield Ave., submitted by Efstathios Sidirokrastritis, d/b/a Greek Island Restaurant. This Matter was Placed on File on a Block Vote. 60. 2003-0635 Affidavit submitted by Efstathios Sidirokrastritis on behalf of Peter Agnos owner of Mega Restaurant property located at 7727 W. Greenfield Ave. and 1420 S. 78 St. relative to proposed construction of a commercial parking lot on residentially zoned property located at 1420 S. 78 St. This Matter was Placed on File on a Block Vote. Passed The Block Vote Aye: 9- Czaplewski, Kopplin, Lajsic, Narlock, Reinke, Sengstock, Trudell, Vitale, and Weigel No: 0 Present: 1- Barczak LICENSE & HEALTH COMMITTEE 61. 2003-0625 2003-2005 Tavern Operator License appl. no. 14 of Janeen L. Kay. This Matter was Approved on a Block Vote. 62. 2003-0614 2003-2004 Combination Class A Liquor License appl. no. 23 of Priya Corporation, Kavita S. Khullar, Agent, d/b/a Martha's Vinyard, 10711 W. Oklahoma Ave. (new-existing location). Held in License & Health Committee during recess. 63. 2003-0613 Priya Corporation request to revoke the liquor license for Abdul M. Khan, 10711 W. Oklahoma Ave. (2003-2004 Combination Class A Liquor License no. 15 and Cigarette License no. 99, d/b/a Martha's Vineyard). Held in License & Health Committee during recess. 64. 2003-0626 2003-2005 Tavern Operator License appl. no. 15 of Paul D'Acquisto. This Matter was Approved on a Block Vote. City of West Allis Page 10 Printed on 12/21/2018 Common Council Meeting Minutes October 7, 2003 65. 2003-0599 Time Warner Cable communication announcing the addition of two new channels to their Digital Sports Package, NBA TV, on channel 116 and FUEL on channel 117, on October 1, 2003, with a new rate of $4.95 per month for a total of 10 channels. This Matter was Placed on File on a Block Vote. 66. 2003-0611 Video/Cable Communications Coordinator communication regarding the Franchise Fee Audit Report. This Matter was Approved on a Block Vote. 67. 2002-0258 Police Department Report regarding October 29, 2002 Tavern Compliance Check involving twenty-one (21) West Allis taverns, resulting with nine (9) selling alcohol to an underage person without requesting identification (2002-2003 Class B Tavern License no. 120 and Cigarette License no. 139 of Niehoff Restaurants, Inc., Robert C. Niehoff, Jr., Agent, d/b/a Becher Street Bar & Grill, 7527 W. Becher St.) This Matter was Placed on File on a Block Vote. 68. 2003-0605 2003-2004 Used Vehicle Dealer License application(s). License appl. no. 44 granted. This Matter was Approved subject to the necessary requirement(s) on a Block Vote. 69. 2003-0606 2003-2004 Special Class B Beer and Wine License applications. License appl. nos. 18-21 granted. This Matter was Approved on a Block Vote. 70. 2003-0622 2003-2004 Second Hand Dealer License application(s). License appl. no. 46 granted. This Matter was Approved subject to the necessary requirement(s) on a Block Vote. 71. 2003-0624 2003 Taxicab Driver License application(s). License appl. no. 67 granted. This Matter was Approved on a Block Vote. 72. 2003-0607 2003-2004 and 2003-2005 Tavern Operator License applications. 03-04 License appl. nos. 621 & 765-771 and 03-05 License appl. nos. 4-5, 8, 10-12 & 16 granted. This Matter was Approved on a Block Vote. Passed The Block Vote ADVISORY COMMITTEE 73. R-2003-0296 Resolution relative to clarifying membership of the West Allis Community Celebrations Committee. This Matter was Adopted on a Block Vote. City of West Allis Page 11 Printed on 12/21/2018 Common Council Meeting Minutes October 7, 2003 74. 2003-0629 Reappointment by Mayor Bell of Frederick Kuolt to the West Allis Block Grant Committee, under the guidelines of the ordinance pertaining to limitation on consecutive terms for members of Boards and Commissions, his two-year term to expire September 1, 2005. This Matter was Approved on a Block Vote. 75. 2003-0630 Appointment by Mayor Bell of David Wied as a member of the West Allis Community Celebrations Committee, serving as the West Allis Charities Representative. This Matter was Approved on a Block Vote. 76. 2003-0631 Appointment by Mayor Bell of Gerald Matter as a member of the West Allis Economic Development (Partnership) Committee, his term to expire January 1, 2006. This Matter was Approved on a Block Vote. 77. 2003-0632 Reappointments by Mayor Bell to the West Allis Property Maintenance Code Appeals Board of Carol Garrison, Don Kosiboski, and Charles Unger, their two-year terms to expire September 1, 2005. This Matter was Approved on a Block Vote. 78. 2003-0634 Reappointments by Mayor Bell to the West Allis Block Grant Committee of Jean Cantwell and Michael Salfer, their two-year terms to expire September 1, 2005. This Matter was Approved on a Block Vote. Public Hearing Item (Advisory Committee) 79. R-2003-0293 Resolution to approve the Year 2004 Operating Plan for the Downtown West Allis Business Improvement District and to adopt the Special Assessment Method as stated therein (Final). This Matter was Adopted on a Block Vote. Passed The Block Vote Aye: 10 - Barczak, Czaplewski, Kopplin, Lajsic, Narlock, Reinke, Sengstock, Trudell, Vitale, and Weigel No: 0 L. OTHER MATTERS RELATING TO THE AFFAIRS AND GOVERNMENT OF THE CITY WHICH MAY PROPERLY BE BROUGHT BEFORE THE COMMON COUNCIL Mayor Bell mentioned that the Christmas Parade is scheduled for the same evening as the Council meeting on November 18th, and a possible change to the Council meeting may want to be considered. Ald. Weigel indicated that helicopter rides will be discontinued at State Fair Park. Ald. Reinke congratulated Barbara Johnson, a kindergarten and first grade teacher of fourteen (14) years at Irving School, for receiving the Teacher of the Year Award for the state and will now be moving on to the national competition. Also, Ald. Reinke announced a new Celebrations Committee contest for old-fashioned Christmas ornaments. The ornaments must City of West Allis Page 12 Printed on 12/21/2018 Common Council Meeting Minutes October 7, 2003 be homemade by West Allis residents, and up to five (5) ornaments may be submitted. They will be judged on originality of the theme, and will be used for display in the Art Gallery. Winners will be announced at the Council meeting on December 2nd and prizes will be awarded. Ald. Vitale appreciated the logic proposal for the budget. M. ADJOURNMENT to adjourn at 8:28 p.m., with the next regularly scheduled meeting to be held on October 21, 2003, at 7:00 p.m A motion was made by Ald. Sengstock, seconded by Ald. Vitale, to adjourn at 8:28 p.m., with the next regularly scheduled meeting to be held on October 21, 2003, at 7:00 p.m. The motion carried. /s/ Paul M. Ziehler City Administrative Officer Clerk/Treasurer All meetings of the {bdName} are public meetings. In order for the general public to make comments at the committee meetings, the individual(s) must be scheduled (as an appearance) with the chair of the committee or the appropriate staff contact; otherwise, the meeting of the committee is a working session for the committee itself, and discussion by those in attendance is limited to committee members, the mayor, other alderpersons, staff and others that may be a party to the matter being discussed. NON-DISCRIMINATION STATEMENT The City of West Allis does not discriminate against individuals on the basis of race, color, religion, age, marital or veterans' status, sex, national origin, disability or any other legally protected status in the admission or access to, or treatment or employment in, its services, programs or activities. AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT NOTICE Upon reasonable notice the City will furnish appropriate auxiliary aids and services when necessary to afford individuals with disabilities an equal opportunity to participate in and to enjoy the benefits of a service, program or activity provided by the City. LIMITED ENGLISH PROFICIENCY STATEMENT It is the policy of the City of West Allis to provide language access services to populations of persons with Limited English Proficiency (LEP) who are eligible to be served or likely to be directly affected by our programs. Such services will be focused on providing meaningful access to our programs, services and/or benefits. City of West Allis Page 13 Printed on 12/21/2018