Common Council
Regular MeetingWest Allis, WI · September 15, 2009
Minutes
City of West Allis
Meeting Minutes
Common Council
Mayor Dan Devine, 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, Daniel J. Roadt, Vincent Vitale, and Martin J. Weigel
Tuesday, September 15, 2009 7:16 PM City Hall - Council Chambers
REGULAR MEETING
A. CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Devine at 7:16 p.m.
B. ROLL CALL
Present 9- Barczak, Czaplewski, Kopplin, Lajsic, Narlock, Reinke, Roadt, Vitale, and Weigel
Excused 1- Sengstock
C. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Ald. Barczak.
D. PUBLIC HEARINGS
1. 2009-0623 Special Use Permit to establish a church and educational facility, d/b/a Desatar
Ministries within the existing building located at 2213 S. 54 St.
Explanation by Steve Schaer, Planning and Zoning Manager.
The Clerk's office received two letters with concerns relative to the Special Use Permit.
Appearances: Robert Braun, 2160 S. 86 St., addressed concerns regarding rules for starting
up a church.
E. CITIZEN PARTICIPATION
Scott Williams, 2523 S. 93 St., addressed a letter he received regarding a flood damage grant.
He commented on his application, contractor estimates, action based on promised assistance,
and possible nullification of his eligibility. He requested intervention before the grant is taken
away from him.
Carl Knight, 2867 S. 96 St., protested the adult material at Family Video, and asked for
accountability.
Violet Braun, 2160 S. 86 St., read a Proclamation from Joyce Radtke relative to strong values,
public morality standards and Pornographic Awareness Week.
Mike Duvall, 5614 W. Mitchell, addressed using flood money to help taxpayers before the
redevelopment project across from State Fair. He requested reassessment of the property. He
commented on pumping into the sewer system, and slowing the water down that enters the
system. He asked about relief for homeowners.
Patricia Brady, 10050 W. Beloit Rd., addressed the Family Video Store, and the possible
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violation of an agreement. She described her experience at the store, read a letter, and
addressed harmful influences.
Robert Braun, 2160 S. 86 St., described a meeting from 2003 where it was agreed the adult
video section of Family Video would not be opened. He asked if local government would
enforce the agreement. He commented on the location of restrooms in the store, and addressed
access for children. He said that more churches are needed.
Tom Pelokey, 12915 E. Brook Pl., quoted the bible in reference to Family Video.
Joseph Kogelmann, 8105 W. Appleton Ave., addressed right and wrong, and requested
enforcement of the agreement with Family Video.
F. ANNOUNCEMENT OF RECESS MEETINGS OF STANDING COMMITTEES
Mayor Devine 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
Mayor Devine announced the next West Allis Police Department Neighborhood Meeting
scheduled for the 16th. He addressed the Arts a'Fair event, and the Youth Commission starting
up again.
Alderpersons Comments
Ald. Reinke described the ceremony for property beautification, and commended those that
take pride in their community and honor the city.
Ald. Roadt commented on TIF districts.
Ald. Lajsic addressed remarks regarding TIF Districts. He commented on the current state of
the tax base, beautiful development projects, elimination of blight, creation of jobs, TIF payoffs,
high bond rating, and said he will continue to support these efforts.
Ald. Weigel announced the public hearing for the Hank Aaron State Trail.
Ald. Vitale concurred with Ald. Lajsic and the redevelopment of the City.
Ald. Barczak stated that he looks forward to resolutions and solutions.
H. AGENDA APPROVAL
that the agenda with item #9 as a joint referral to include Administration and Finance
Committee be accepted
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I. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
to approve the minutes of the regular meeting of September 1, 2009
J. ITEMS NOT REFERRED TO COMMITTEE
2. 2009-0584 Kathy Peters communication regarding property damage allegedly sustained at 1526
S. 92 Street on June 18, 2009.
3. 2009-0619 Alexandra Hodermann communication regarding property damage allegedly sustained
at 814 S. 98 Street on June 18-19, 2009.
4. 2009-0620 Latitude Subrogation Services, LLC communication submitted on behalf of J & B
Construction Co. Inc. regarding vehicle damage allegedly sustained at 2100 block of
S. 97 Street on July 29, 2009.
Passed The Block Vote
K. STANDING COMMITTEE REPORTS
None.
L. COMMON COUNCIL RECESS
that the Council recess until completion of Committee meetings
Thereupon, the Council took a recess at 8:10 p.m. Upon returning from recess at 8:40 p.m.,
and the roll call being taken, there were:
Present 9- Barczak, Czaplewski, Kopplin, Lajsic, Narlock, Reinke, Roadt, Vitale, and Weigel
Excused 1- Sengstock
M. NEW AND PREVIOUS MATTERS
ADMINISTRATION & FINANCE COMMITTEE
5. R-2009-0201 Resolution allocating Homeless Prevention and Rapid Re-Housing Recovery Funds to
the Community Development Authority of the City of West Allis to perform housing
related activities.
Sponsors: Administration & Finance Committee
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6. 2009-0604 Milwaukee Ductile Iron, Inc. Plant, a subsidiary of Metal Technologies, Inc.,
communications regarding notification of permanent terminations relative to their work
site at 1706 S. 68 Street.
Attachments: Milwaukee Ductile comm. #1.pdf
Milwaukee Ductile comm. #2.pdf
7. 2009-0621 Comptroller/Manager of Finance submitting the City of West Allis Unaudited Internal
Financial Reports as of September 8, 2009.
8. R-2009-0190 Resolution approving the Summary of Negotiated Settlement between the City of
West Allis and the West Allis Professional Fire Fighters' Association, Local 1004, for
2011.
Sponsors: Administration & Finance Committee
Attachments: SNS.Fire 2011.pdf
Passed The Block Vote
Aye: 9- Barczak, Czaplewski, Kopplin, Lajsic, Narlock, Reinke, Roadt, Vitale, and Weigel
No: 0
PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE
9. R-2009-0204 Resolution relative to accepting the proposal from Istate Truck Center for furnishing
and delivering two (2) new 2005 American Lafrance Condor truck chassis at a cost
of $68,000 each.
Sponsors: Public Works Committee
10. R-2009-0207 Resolution amending previously approved Relocation Order dated November 11,
2008, Pursuant to Secs. 62.22 and 32.05(1) of the Wisconsin Statutes, for the Laying
Out, Relocation and Improvement of S. 60th Street (West Lincoln Avenue to the
North Corporate Limits) and W. Greenfield Avenue (South 60 Street to South 62
Street).
Sponsors: Public Works Committee
Attachments: RES-60 St. Relocation Order 9-10-09.pdf
Relocation Order.pdf
11. R-2009-0205 Resolution authorizing and directing the City Engineer to pay for services related to
sanitary sewer lateral repairs at 2981 South 90th Street in the amount of $332.64.
Sponsors: Public Works Committee
Attachments: RES-Lateral Repairs-2981 S. 90 St. Invoice.pdf
12. R-2009-0206 Resolution to approve bid of Cornerstone Pavers, LLC for concrete patching, asphalt
patching, manhole adjustments and catch basin repairs in various locations within the
City of West Allis, in the amount of $325,296.60.
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Sponsors: Public Works Committee
Attachments: 2009-15 Bid Result.pdf
13. 2009-0617 Communication from City Engineer Regarding 2010 Capital Improvement Program.
Attachments: Capital Projects - 2010.pdf
Comm-2010 Capital Improvement.pdf
2010cip.pdf
14. 2009-0622 Communication from City Engineer regarding 2010 Special Assessment Rates.
Passed The Block Vote
Aye: 9- Barczak, Czaplewski, Kopplin, Lajsic, Narlock, Reinke, Roadt, Vitale, and Weigel
No: 0
SAFETY & DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
15. R-2009-0200 Resolution approving boundaries and the Redevelopment Plan for the proposed 84th
and Greenfield Redevelopment Project Area located in the vicinity of S. 84 St. and
W. Greenfield Ave. and declaring such area to be a blighted area in need of a
redevelopment project.
Sponsors: Safety & Development Committee
Attachments: Dev-R-566-9-15-09-TIF 11 Exhibit A.doc
Aye: 8- Barczak, Czaplewski, Kopplin, Lajsic, Narlock, Reinke, Vitale, and Weigel
No: 1- Roadt
16. R-2009-0202 Resolution to create Tax Incremental District Number Eleven, City of West Allis,
Wisconsin, and describe the boundaries thereof, pursuant to Section 66.1105(4)(gm)
of the Wisconsin Statutes.
Sponsors: Safety & Development Committee
Held in Safety & Development Committee during recess.
17. R-2009-0203 Resolution approving the Project Plan for Tax Incremental District Number Eleven,
City of West Allis, Wisconsin.
Sponsors: Safety & Development Committee
Held in Safety & Development Committee during recess.
18. 2009-0602 Communication from the Planning Manager relative to the Plan Commission's
favorable recommendation of the Project Plan for Tax Incremental District Number
Eleven.
Attachments: SSchaer comm #11.pdf
Held in Safety & Development Committee during recess.
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19. 2009-0603 Communication from the Director of Development relative to the Community
Development Authority's favorable recommendation of the Project Plan for Tax
Incremental District Number Eleven.
Attachments: JStibal comm #11.pdf
Held in Safety & Development Committee during recess.
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20. 2009-0582 Communication from Robert Braun requesting consideration to revoke the operating
license of Family Video Store #355 located at 1715 S. 76 Street.
Attachments: Communication relative to Family Video Store.pdf
21. 2009-0579 New Berlin Comprehensive Plan Public Hearing Notice scheduled for October 7,
2009 at 6 p.m. at New Berlin City Hall.
Attachments: New Berlin Comprehensive Plan Communication.pdf
22. 2009-0605 Special Use Permit for proposed West Allis Center for Early Education, a proposed
daycare center to be located at 8306 W. Lincoln Ave.
Held in Safety & Development Committee during recess.
23. 2009-0606 Special Use Permit for proposed expansion of Don's Auto Body, an auto repair
facility located at 2201 S. 116 St.
Held in Safety & Development Committee during recess.
Public Hearing Items (Safety & Development Committee)
24. 2009-0623 Special Use Permit to establish a church and educational facility, d/b/a Desatar
Ministries within the existing building located at 2213 S. 54 St.
Held in Safety & Development Committee during recess.
Passed The Block Vote
Aye: 9- Barczak, Czaplewski, Kopplin, Lajsic, Narlock, Reinke, Roadt, Vitale, and Weigel
No: 0
LICENSE & HEALTH COMMITTEE
25. 2009-0612 2009-2011 Tavern Operator license application no. 11-379 of Rebecca L. Finney.
Held in License & Health Committee during recess.
26. 2009-0616 2009-2010 and 2009-2011 Tavern Operator License applications.
2009-2010 License application nos. 386-388, 390-393 granted.
2009-2011 License application nos. 376-377, 380, 382-383, 385-388 granted.
27. 2009-0618 2009-2010 Secondhand Article Dealer License appl. no. 1592 of The Computer
Market, Inc., John Roman, Agent, d/b/a Computer Market for premises at 2267 S.
108 Street.
28. 2009-0580 2009-2010 Special Class B Beer and Wine License application(s).
License application nos. 1-3 granted.
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29. 2009-0585 2009-2010 Class B Tavern Special Event Permit appl. no. 8 of Gregory L. Tans,
d/b/a Sir Gregory's Pub, 7534 W. Beloit Rd. (2009-2010 Class B Tavern License
no. 832 and Dance Hall License no. 834), for a fundraiser from 1:00 p.m. to 8:00
p.m. (tent on east side of building) to be held on September 27, 2009.
30. 2009-0593 Police Department report regarding tavern violations/calls for service for the month of
August 2009.
Attachments: Police Dept. report for August 2009.pdf
31. 2009-0595 Police Department Reporting involving Barneks, 7411 W. Becher St., (2009-2010
Class B Tavern License no. 1060, and Dance Hall license no. 1062 of Dale J.
Zbieranek, Incident Date: August 8, 2009).
Held in License & Health Committee during recess.
32. 2009-0594 Police Department Report involving GW's Jaws, 9033 W. National Avenue,
(2009-2010 Class B Tavern License no. 629, Dance Hall License no. 633 and
Instrumental Music License no. 634 of GW's Jaws LLC, Eunice A. Weber, Agent,
Incident Date: August 2, 2009).
Held in License & Health Committee during recess.
33. 2009-0599 Police Department Report involving Flappers, 7527 W. Becher St. (2009-2010
Class B Tavern License no. 797, and Dance Hall License no. 799 of Rodeo Grill,
LLC, Mark S. Silber, Agent, Incident Date: August 15, 2009).
Held in License & Health Committee during recess.
34. 2009-0600 Police Department Report involving Painted Parrot, 8028 W. National Ave.
(2009-2010 Class B Tavern License no. 454, Dance Hall License no. 504, and
Instrumental Music License no. 1068 of LTL PNK HSZ, LLC, Gregory S. Barczak,
Agent, Incident Date: August 30, 2009).
Held in License & Health Committee during recess.
35. 2009-0586 Summons and Complaint in the matter of the complaint against Doyle Foodservices,
Inc., Thomas C. Doyle, Agent, d/b/a Tommasino Italia for premises located at 7335
W. Greenfield Ave. (2009-2010 Class B Tavern License no. 887).
Attachments: Doyle COMPLAINT.pdf
Doyle SUMMONS.pdf
Approval of complaint allegations, not to renew license, and preparation of Findings and
Recommendations.
Nonappearance by Thomas C. Doyle.
36. 2009-0461 2009-2010 Class B Tavern License renewal application no. 887 of Doyle
Foodservices, Inc., Thomas C. Doyle, Agent, d/b/a Tommasino Italia for premises
located at 7335 W. Greenfield Ave.
37. 2009-0589 Summons and Complaint in the matter of the complaint against H.K. Petroleums,
LLC, Zubair Arshad, Agent, d/b/a H.K. Petroleums, LLC at 5926 W. Beloit Rd
(2009-2010 Cigarette License no. 1222).
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Attachments: H.K. Petro COMPLAINT.pdf
H.K. Petro SUMMONS.pdf
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38. 2009-0402 Police Department Report regarding May 21, 2009 Tobacco Compliance Check
involving nine (9) West Allis businesses, resulting with two (2) selling tobacco to an
underage person without requesting identification (2008-2009 Cigarette License no.
1222 of H.K. Petroleums, LLC, Zubair Arshad, Agent, d/b/a H.K. Petroleums, LLC
at 5926 W. Beloit Rd.).
39. 2009-0583 2009-2010 Class B Beer License appl. no. 1590 of Enicacio Sanchez, d/b/a
Taqueria Buenavista located at 6000 W. Burnham St. (new-nonexisting location).
41. 2009-0591 2009-2011 Tavern Operator License application no. 11-378 of Brianna J. Loker.
42. 2009-0592 2009-2010 Tavern Operator License application no. 10-385 of Dennis B. Robinson.
43. 2009-0611 2009-2010 Tavern Operator License application no. 10-389 of John A. Werner.
44. 2009-0615 2009-2011 Tavern Operator License application no. 11-384 of Colin R. Karlik.
45. 2009-0614 2009-2010 Adult-Oriented Establishment Operator Permit application no. 1591of
Kory J. Jacobson.
46. 2009-0588 Police Department Report involving Happy Tap, 6801 W. Beloit Rd. (Janice F.
Schirripa, 2008-2010 Tavern Operator License no. 10-211, Incident Date: July 10,
2009).
47. 2009-0607 Findings and Recommendations in the Matter of the Complaint Against Paul Ray
Investments, LLC, Todd W. Hall & Paul Ray, d/b/a Papa John's Pizza relative to
Food-Related Permit.
Attachments: Hall & Ray 2009-0607.pdf
Findings of Fact Hall & Ray.pdf
48. 2009-0608 Findings and Recommendations in the Matter of the Complaint Against Jeffrey
Farrington, 2009-2011 Tavern Operator License renewal application no. 11-313.
Attachments: Farrington 2009-0608.pdf
Finding of Fact.Farrington.pdf
49. 2009-0596 Police Department Report involving Smokin' Joe's Pub, 6139 W. Beloit Rd.,
(2009-2010 Class B Tavern License no. 1427, Dance Hall License no. 1428 and
Instrumental Music License no. 1430 of Smokin' Joe's Pub, LLC, Joseph A. Jeffords,
Agent, Incident Date: August 15, 2009).
50. 2009-0597 Police Department Report involving Smokin' Joe's Pub, 6139 W. Beloit Rd.,
(2009-2010 Class B Tavern License no. 1427, Dance Hall License no. 1428 and
Instrumental Music License no. 1430 of Smokin' Joe's Pub, LLC, Joseph A. Jeffords,
Agent, Incident Date: August 25, 2009).
51. 2009-0598 Police Department Report involving Smokin' Joe's Pub, 6139 W. Beloit Rd.,
(2009-2010 Class B Tavern License no. 1427, Dance Hall License no. 1428 and
Instrumental Music License no. 1430 of Smokin' Joe's Pub, LLC, Joseph A. Jeffords,
Agent, Incident Date: August 26, 2009).
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52. 2009-0601 Police Department Report involving Smokin' Joe's Pub, 6139 W. Beloit Rd.,
(2009-2010 Class B Tavern License no. 1427, Dance Hall License no. 1428 and
Instrumental Music License no. 1430 of Smokin' Joe's Pub, LLC, Joseph A. Jeffords,
Agent, Incident Date: August 30, 2009).
53. 2009-0546 Police Department Report involving Smokin' Joe's Pub, 6139 W. Beloit Rd.,
(2009-2010 Class B Tavern License no. 1427, Dance Hall License no. 1428 and
Instrumental Music License no. 1430 of Smokin' Joe's Pub, LLC, Joseph A. Jeffords,
Agent, Incident Date: July 25, 2009).
54. 2009-0393 Police Department Report involving Wild Bill's Saloon, 1454 S. 92 St. (2008-2009
Class B Tavern License no. 789 and Cigarette License no. 790 of Wild Bill's Saloon,
LLC, William P. Savage, Agent, Incident Date: May 3, 2009).
55. 2009-0542 Police Department Report involving Mario's, 1900 S. 60 St. (2009-2010 Class B
Tavern License no. 1091, Dance Hall License no. 1092 and Instrumental Music
License no. 1093 of M & W Hospitality, Inc., Mario P. Morgese, Agent, Incident
Date: July 17, 2009).
56. 2009-0488 Police Department Report involving Mario's, 1900 S. 60 St. (2008-2009 Class B
Tavern License no. 1091, Dance Hall License no. 1092 and Instrumental Music
License no. 1093 of M & W Hospitality, Inc., Mario P. Morgese, Agent, Incident
Date: June 13, 2009).
57. 2009-0545 Police Department Report involving Happy Tap, 6801 W. Beloit Rd. (2009-2010
Class B Tavern License no. 641, Dance Hall License no. 645 and Cigarette Music
License no. 643, Alan J. Bunzel, Incident Date: July 10, 2009).
58. 2009-0537 Police Department Report involving 57 Bar, 5632 W. Burnham St. (2009-2010
Class B Tavern License no. 1310 and Instrumental Music License no. 1515 of JK
Lau Investments, LLC, Jeffrey K. Lau, Agent, Incident Date: June 26, 2009).
59. 2009-0559 Communication from Jill Huennekens regarding her termination as Bar Manager at
6500 W. Greenfield Ave., d/b/a 6500 Bar & Grill (2009-2010 Class B Tavern
License no. 1500, Susan C. Jesion, licensee).
Attachments: 2009-0559.pdf
Held in License & Health Committee during recess.
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Passed The Block Vote
Aye: 9- Barczak, Czaplewski, Kopplin, Lajsic, Narlock, Reinke, Roadt, Vitale, and Weigel
No: 0
40. 2009-0590 2009-2011 Tavern Operator License application no. 11-381 of Dawn M. Gonyo.
Aye: 8- Czaplewski, Kopplin, Lajsic, Narlock, Reinke, Roadt, Vitale, and Weigel
No: 0
Present: 1- Barczak
60. 2009-0577 2009-2011 Tavern Operator License application no. 11-367 of Randall C. Hopf.
A motion was made by Ald. Czaplewski, seconded by Ald. Barczak, that this matter be Denied
based on record and false swearing. The motion failed by the following vote:
Votes: Aye: 4 - Ald. Barczak, Ald. Kopplin, Ald. Reinke and Ald. Weigel
No: 5 - Ald. Czaplewski, Ald. Lajsic, Ald. Narlock, Ald. Roadt and Ald. Vitale.
Aye: 5- Czaplewski, Lajsic, Narlock, Roadt, and Vitale
No: 4- Barczak, Kopplin, Reinke, and Weigel
ADVISORY COMMITTEE
New Matters for Introduction
61. 2009-0609 Notification of reappointment of Joyce O'Donnell to the West Allis Community
Improvement Foundation, Inc.
Aye: 9- Barczak, Czaplewski, Kopplin, Lajsic, Narlock, Reinke, Roadt, Vitale, and Weigel
No: 0
N. OTHER MATTERS RELATING TO THE AFFAIRS AND GOVERNMENT OF THE CITY WHICH
MAY PROPERLY BE BROUGHT BEFORE THE COMMON COUNCIL
None.
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O. ADJOURNMENT
to adjourn at 8:57 p.m., with the next regularly scheduled meeting to be held on October 6,
2009, at 7:00 p.m
/s/ Paul M. Ziehler
City Administrative Officer
Clerk/Treasurer
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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.
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