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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, Linda A. Dobrowski, Kurt E. Kopplin, Thomas G. Lajsic, Richard F. Narlock, Rosalie L. Reinke, Vincent Vitale, and Martin J. Weigel Tuesday, October 19, 2004 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 9- Czaplewski, Dobrowski, Kopplin, Lajsic, Narlock, Reinke, Sengstock, Vitale, and Weigel Excused 1- Barczak Council President Sengstock stated that Ald. Barczak was excused from tonight's Council meeting due to the death of his brother, Russ Barczak. Council President Sengstock stated that Russ Barczak was a member of the 1989, 1992 and 1995 School Board. He was a family man, a Captain in the Fire Department, and volunteered for a number of organizations including the Red Cross. Russ Barczak was married to Mary Jane and had four children, Scott, Colleen, Steve and Todd. On behalf of the Common Council, Council President Sengstock offered condolences to the family. C. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Ald. Dobrowski. D. PUBLIC HEARINGS 1. O-2004-0044 Ordinance to make various changes to Section 12.14(2), amendment proposals, of the Revised Municipal Code relative to procedures for amending an ordinance or the zoning map Explanation of the proposed ordinance by John Stibal, Director of Development. Appearances: Dennis Kasian, 3109 Wollmer Rd., described his rezoning experience. He requested due process for the applicants. 2. 2004-0572 Special use application submitted by Frank Perko to establish a bar, restaurant and banquet facility at 5401 W. Burnham St. Explanation of the proposed special use by John Stibal, Director of Development. Appearances: Frank Perko, 5401 W. Burnham St., indicated that he was the liquor license holder from 1974-2000, and that he plans on running the business like he did before. City of West Allis Page 1 Printed on 12/21/2018 Common Council Meeting Minutes October 19, 2004 E. CITIZEN PARTICIPATION James Mejchar, President, West Allis Chamber of Commerce, 7149 W. Greenfield Ave., commented on the West Allis Historical Society's meeting at Summit Place on October 18, 2004. He thanked Richard Carlson and the Rupena family. Mr. Mejchar mentioned that there will be a fish boil on November 5th sponsored by the West Allis Rotary Club in cooperation with Rupena's at Summit Place. There will be a dinner, entertainment and raffles to benefit literacy in the community. The cost is $15 per person. Tickets are available at City Hall and the Chamber of Commerce. Mr. Mejchar officially announced the newly formed West Allis-West Milwaukee Chamber of Commerce, and how it is expanding in business unity. The West Allis-West Milwaukee Chamber of Commerce introduced its fall fundraiser gala scheduled for November 13th at Tuckaway Country Club. Tickets are $75 per person and are available at the Chamber of Commerce. 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 Mayor's Report Public Relations Activities: Taped the latest On Site West Allis Show Attended the West Allis Historical Society's Annual Banquet Intergovernmental Activities: Met with the head of the West Campus of MATC Had a meeting of the Intergovernmental Cooperation Council sub committee on library reciprocal borrowing Management Activities: Worked the Checkout desk at the Library Started new Employee of the Month program at City Hall Announcements: Opening of the Police Satellite Station on October 30, 2004 Announced Community Breakfast of Thanks and Giving on November 22, 2004. Tickets are available. Alderpersons Comments Ald. Weigel described the Youth Commission meeting held on October 18th. They are planning a Community Open Arts Night in late January with live music performances. A School Board Candidates Forum will be scheduled in late March. H. AGENDA APPROVAL that the agenda as submitted be accepted A motion was made by Ald. Sengstock, seconded by Ald. Reinke, that the agenda as submitted be accepted. The motion carried. I. APPROVAL OF MINUTES City of West Allis Page 2 Printed on 12/21/2018 Common Council Meeting Minutes October 19, 2004 to approve the minutes of the regular meeting of October 5, 2004 A motion was made by Ald. Sengstock, seconded by Ald. Narlock, to approve the minutes of the regular meeting of October 5, 2004. The motion carried. J. ITEMS NOT REFERRED TO COMMITTEE 3. 2004-0623 Communications and all other matters referred to various Committees prior to August 31, 2004. This Matter was Placed on File on a Block Vote. 4. 2004-0625 James E. Lipski, W181 N8284 Destiny Dr., Menomonee Falls, communication regarding vehicle damage allegedly sustained while driving in the 3100 block of S. Wollmer Rd. on August 23, 2004. This Matter was Referred for Legal Action to the City Attorney on a Block Vote. Passed The Block Vote K. STANDING COMMITTEE REPORTS ADMINISTRATION & FINANCE COMMITTEE 5. 2001-0061 West Allis Federation of Nurses Notice of Commencement of Contract Negotiations. A motion was made by Ald. Czaplewski, seconded by Ald. Narlock, that this matter be Placed on File. The motion carried. L. COMMON COUNCIL RECESS that the Council recess until completion of Committee meetings A motion was made by Ald. Sengstock, seconded by Ald. Reinke, that the Council recess until completion of Committee meetings. The motion carried. Thereupon, the Council took a recess at 7:27 p.m. Upon returning from recess at 8:10 p.m., and the roll call being taken, there were: Present 9- Czaplewski, Dobrowski, Kopplin, Lajsic, Narlock, Reinke, Sengstock, Vitale, and Weigel Excused 1- Barczak M. NEW AND PREVIOUS MATTERS ADMINISTRATION & FINANCE COMMITTEE 6. O-2004-0043 An Ordinance to amend Ordinance No. 6649 establishing the salaries of certain employees in the Administrative & Clerical Service of the City of West Allis for the Years 2002-2005 (Lead Library Technician). This Matter was Passed on a Block Vote. 7. R-2004-0306 Resolution to transfer up to $130,000 from the Contingency Fund to the Fire Department Equipment Account (100-2201-522.70-03) for the purchase of two ambulances and one pumper. This Matter was Adopted on a Block Vote. City Attorney Claim Report City of West Allis Page 3 Printed on 12/21/2018 Common Council Meeting Minutes October 19, 2004 8. 2001-0038 Humana/Employers Health, Green Bay, communication on behalf of their insured, Paul D. Ambroso, who allegedly hit a wide crack in the City sidewalk on September 27, 2001, Company No. 5116047. This Matter was Denied on a Block Vote. 9. 2001-0071 Daniel P. Kondos, S.C., communication submitted on behalf of Paul Ambroso regarding injury allegedly sustained at S. 89 St. and W. Mitchell St. on September 27, 2001. This Matter was Denied on a Block Vote. 10. 2003-0491 Complaint in the matter of ANGELA V. TALASKA-ZUMBACH VS. CITY OF WEST ALLIS, ET AL. This Matter was Settled on a Block Vote. 11. 2004-0509 Nick Nelson, 8127 W. Winston Way, Franklin, communication regarding vehicle damage allegedly sustained while driving east on W. Theodore Trecker Way on May 30, 2004. This Matter was Denied on a Block Vote. 12. 2004-0522 Tracy Mickelson, 2113 S. 94 St., communication regarding vehicle damage allegedly sustained while parked near 1931 S. 73 St. on August 2, 2004. This Matter was Denied on a Block Vote. 13. 2004-0543 Middlesex Insurance Company communication on behalf of their insured, Joseph Mason, regarding vehicle damage allegedly sustained while parked at 2158 S. 57 St. on August 4, 2004. This Matter was Denied on a Block Vote. Passed The Block Vote Aye: 9- Czaplewski, Dobrowski, Kopplin, Lajsic, Narlock, Reinke, Sengstock, Vitale, and Weigel No: 0 PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE 14. R-2004-0303 Resolution relative to accepting the proposal of Neher Electric Supply Co.for furnishing street light and traffic signal lamps for a total sum of $26,140.60. This Matter was Adopted on a Block Vote. 15. R-2004-0305 Resolution to approve bid of Capitol Pavers, Inc. for concrete pavement repair in W. Cleveland Ave. from S. 84 St. to S. 92 St. in the amount of $112,627. This Matter was Adopted on a Block Vote. 16. 2004-0626 Communication from City Engineer regarding encroachment issues along the 2100 block of S. 85 Street. This Matter was Placed on File on a Block Vote. Passed The Block Vote City of West Allis Page 4 Printed on 12/21/2018 Common Council Meeting Minutes October 19, 2004 Aye: 9- Czaplewski, Dobrowski, Kopplin, Lajsic, Narlock, Reinke, Sengstock, Vitale, and Weigel No: 0 SAFETY & DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE 17. O-2004-0042 An Ordinance to Amend Section 13.33 of the West Allis Revised Municipal Code Relating to Occupancy Permits (Sponsored by Safety and Development Committee). This Matter was Passed as Amended on a Block Vote. 18. R-2004-0308 Resolution approving the Summit Place Business Park Amended and Restated Development Agreement. This Matter was Adopted on a Block Vote. 19. R-2004-0310 Resolution approving the Project Plan for Tax Incremental District Number Eight, City of West Allis, Wisconsin Held in Safety & Development Committee during recess. 20. 2004-0636 Communication from John Stibal, Director, Department of Development, regarding resolution approving Project Plan for Tax Incremental District Number Eight, City of West Allis, Wisconsin. Held in Safety & Development Committee during recess. 21. R-2004-0311 Resolution to create Tax Incremental District Number Eight, City of West Allis, Wisconsin, and describe the boundaries thereof, pursuant to Section 66.1105(4)(gm) of the Wisconsin Statutes Held in Safety & Development Committee during recess. 22. 2004-0637 Communication from John Stibal, Director, Department of Development, regarding resolution designating the boundaries for Tax Incremental District Number Eight, City of West Allis, Wisconsin. Held in Safety & Development Committee during recess. 23. 2004-0628 Special Use application to establish a Cold Stone Creamery cafe/restaurant within the Shoppes on 100 site located at 2935 S. 108 St. (tax key number 520-9965-026). Held in Safety & Development Committee during recess. 24. 2004-0629 Special Use application for an expansion to Golden Gyros restaurant located at 7233 W. Lincoln Ave. (tax key number 489-0239-001). Held in Safety & Development Committee during recess. Public Hearing Items (Safety & Development Committee) 25. O-2004-0044 Ordinance to make various changes to Section 12.14(2), amendment proposals, of the Revised Municipal Code relative to procedures for amending an ordinance or the zoning map This Matter was Passed as Amended on a Block Vote. 26. R-2004-0307 Resolution relative to determination of Special Use Application submitted by Frank Perko to establish a bar, restaurant and banquet facility at 5401 W. Burnham St. City of West Allis Page 5 Printed on 12/21/2018 Common Council Meeting Minutes October 19, 2004 This Matter was Adopted As Amended on a Block Vote. 27. 2004-0572 Special use application submitted by Frank Perko to establish a bar, restaurant and banquet facility at 5401 W. Burnham St. This Matter was Placed on File on a Block Vote. Passed The Block Vote Aye: 9- Czaplewski, Dobrowski, Kopplin, Lajsic, Narlock, Reinke, Sengstock, Vitale, and Weigel No: 0 LICENSE & HEALTH COMMITTEE 28. 2004-0599 2004-2005 Tavern Operator License appl. no. 499 of Kevin W. Kelsey. This Matter was Approved on a Block Vote. 29. 2004-0622 Time Warner Cable communication announcing the addition of NBA TV (Digital Channel 116) and ESPN HD to the Digital Channel Line-up. This Matter was Placed on File on a Block Vote. 30. 2004-0624 Police Department communication regarding Tavern Contacts/Violations as of October 1, 2004. Held in License & Health Committee during recess. 31. 2004-0631 Various communications regarding Priya Corp.'s change of legal representation and letters of recommendation. Held in License & Health Committee during recess. 32. 2003-0474 2003-2004 Class B Tavern License appl. no. 129 of Franklyn J. Perko, d/b/a Perko's Lounge, 5401 W. Burnham St. (new-transfer). This Matter was Placed on File on a Block Vote. 33. 2003-0485 2003-2004 Class B Tavern License appl. no. 131 of Taqueria Jalisco, Inc. Ruben Herrera, Agent, for premises at 5401 W. Burnham St., d/b/a Jalisco Restaurant & Banquet (new-transfer). This Matter was Placed on File on a Block Vote. 34. 2004-0619 2004-2005 Class B Tavern License appl. no. 132 of Transfer Cafe, LLC, James Yohanan, Agent, d/b/a Needle Inn for premises at 7100 W. National Ave. (new-existing location). Held in License & Health Committee during recess. 35. 2004-0620 2004-2005 Class B Tavern License appl. no. 131 of 8201 W. Greenfield Ave., LLC, Thomas A. Miller, Agent, d/b/a Mykonos for premises at 8201 W. Greenfield Ave.(new-existing location). Held in License & Health Committee during recess. City of West Allis Page 6 Printed on 12/21/2018 Common Council Meeting Minutes October 19, 2004 36. 2004-0621 Appointment of new agent by The Colony Inc., d/b/a The Colony, 5801 W. Beloit Rd. of William W. Collins (2004-2005 Class B Tavern License no. 30, Dance Hall License no. 22, Instrumental Music License no. 15 and Cigarette License no. 31). Held in License & Health Committee during recess. 37. 2004-0614 2005 Gun Range License appl. no. 1 of The Shooters Shop, Inc., 2465 S. 84 St. This Matter was Approved subject to the necessary requirement(s) on a Block Vote. 38. 2004-0618 2004 & 2005 Taxicab Driver License applications. 2004 License appl. no. 76 and 2005 License appl. nos 1-3 granted. This Matter was Approved on a Block Vote. 39. 2004-0605 2004 Taxicab Driver License appl. no. 73 of Randall Roberson. This Matter was Approved on a Block Vote. 40. 2004-0627 2004 Taxicab Driver License appl. no. 75 of Yadhwinder Singh. Held in License & Health Committee during recess. 41. 2004-0615 2004-2005 Tavern Operator License appl. no. 508 of Jeffery M. Hodge. Held in License & Health Committee during recess. 42. 2004-0616 2004-2006 Tavern Operator License appl. no. 283 of Judy A. Younk. Held in License & Health Committee during recess. 43. 2004-0617 2004-2005 and 2004-2006 Tavern Operator License applications. 2004-2005 License appl. nos. 506-507 & 509-510 and 2004-2006 License appl. nos. 265, 280-282 & 285 granted. This Matter was Approved on a Block Vote. Passed The Block Vote ADVISORY COMMITTEE 44. 2004-0633 Reappointments by Mayor Bell to the West Allis Block Grant Committee of Catherine Narloch, Michael Plicka, James Mejchar, Ald. Thomas Lajsic, and Ald. Kurt Kopplin, their two-year terms to expire September 1, 2006. A motion was made by Ald. Reinke, seconded by Ald. Vitale, that this matter be Approved. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: 7- Czaplewski, Dobrowski, Narlock, Reinke, Sengstock, Vitale, and Weigel No: 0 Present: 2- Kopplin, and Lajsic 45. 2004-0634 Reappointments by Mayor Bell, under the limit on consecutive terms, of Paule Kolff and Anthony La Rosa as members of the West Allis Block Grant Committee, their two-year terms to expire September 1, 2006. This Matter was Approved on a Block Vote. City of West Allis Page 7 Printed on 12/21/2018 Common Council Meeting Minutes October 19, 2004 46. 2004-0635 Notification by Mayor Bell of reappointments to the Downtown West Allis Business Improvement District. This Matter was Approved on a Block Vote. Passed The Block Vote Aye: 9- Czaplewski, Dobrowski, Kopplin, Lajsic, Narlock, Reinke, Sengstock, Vitale, and Weigel No: 0 to reconsider License & Health Committee report A motion was made by Ald. Narlock, seconded by Ald. Sengstock, to reconsider License & Health Committee report. The motion carried. LICENSE & HEALTH COMMITTEE 29. 2004-0622 Time Warner Cable communication announcing the addition of NBA TV (Digital Channel 116) and ESPN HD to the Digital Channel Line-up. This Matter was Placed on File on a Block Vote. 30. 2004-0624 Police Department communication regarding Tavern Contacts/Violations as of October 1, 2004. Held in License & Health Committee during recess. 31. 2004-0631 Various communications regarding Priya Corp.'s change of legal representation and letters of recommendation. Held in License & Health Committee during recess. 32. 2003-0474 2003-2004 Class B Tavern License appl. no. 129 of Franklyn J. Perko, d/b/a Perko's Lounge, 5401 W. Burnham St. (new-transfer). This Matter was Placed on File on a Block Vote. City of West Allis Page 8 Printed on 12/21/2018 Common Council Meeting Minutes October 19, 2004 33. 2003-0485 2003-2004 Class B Tavern License appl. no. 131 of Taqueria Jalisco, Inc. Ruben Herrera, Agent, for premises at 5401 W. Burnham St., d/b/a Jalisco Restaurant & Banquet (new-transfer). This Matter was Placed on File on a Block Vote. 34. 2004-0619 2004-2005 Class B Tavern License appl. no. 132 of Transfer Cafe, LLC, James Yohanan, Agent, d/b/a Needle Inn for premises at 7100 W. National Ave. (new-existing location). Held in License & Health Committee during recess. 35. 2004-0620 2004-2005 Class B Tavern License appl. no. 131 of 8201 W. Greenfield Ave., LLC, Thomas A. Miller, Agent, d/b/a Mykonos for premises at 8201 W. Greenfield Ave.(new-existing location). Held in License & Health Committee during recess. 36. 2004-0621 Appointment of new agent by The Colony Inc., d/b/a The Colony, 5801 W. Beloit Rd. of William W. Collins (2004-2005 Class B Tavern License no. 30, Dance Hall License no. 22, Instrumental Music License no. 15 and Cigarette License no. 31). Held in License & Health Committee during recess. 37. 2004-0614 2005 Gun Range License appl. no. 1 of The Shooters Shop, Inc., 2465 S. 84 St. This Matter was Approved subject to the necessary requirement(s) on a Block Vote. 38. 2004-0618 2004 & 2005 Taxicab Driver License applications. 2004 License appl. no. 76 and 2005 License appl. nos 1-3 granted. This Matter was Approved on a Block Vote. 39. 2004-0605 2004 Taxicab Driver License appl. no. 73 of Randall Roberson. This Matter was Approved on a Block Vote. 40. 2004-0627 2004 Taxicab Driver License appl. no. 75 of Yadhwinder Singh. Held in License & Health Committee during recess. 41. 2004-0615 2004-2005 Tavern Operator License appl. no. 508 of Jeffery M. Hodge. Held in License & Health Committee during recess. 42. 2004-0616 2004-2006 Tavern Operator License appl. no. 283 of Judy A. Younk. Held in License & Health Committee during recess. 43. 2004-0617 2004-2005 and 2004-2006 Tavern Operator License applications. 2004-2005 License appl. nos. 506-507 & 509-510 and 2004-2006 License appl. nos. 265, 280-282 & 285 granted. This Matter was Approved on a Block Vote. Passed The Block Vote City of West Allis Page 9 Printed on 12/21/2018 Common Council Meeting Minutes October 19, 2004 28. 2004-0599 2004-2005 Tavern Operator License appl. no. 499 of Kevin W. Kelsey. A motion was made by Ald. Kopplin, seconded by Ald. Vitale, that this matter be Approved. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: 5- Dobrowski, Kopplin, Lajsic, Narlock, and Sengstock No: 4- Czaplewski, Reinke, Vitale, and Weigel N. OTHER MATTERS RELATING TO THE AFFAIRS AND GOVERNMENT OF THE CITY WHICH MAY PROPERLY BE BROUGHT BEFORE THE COMMON COUNCIL Ald. Sengstock mentioned that the Presidential Election is scheduled for November 2nd. O. ADJOURNMENT to adjourn at 8:25 p.m., with the next regularly scheduled meeting to be held on November 3, 2004, at 7:00 p.m A motion was made by Ald. Sengstock, seconded by Ald. Vitale, to adjourn at 8:25 p.m., with the next regularly scheduled meeting to be held on November 3, 2004, at 7:00 p.m. The motion carried. ______________________________________ 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 10 Printed on 12/21/2018