Common Council
Regular MeetingWest Allis, WI · March 5, 2019
Minutes
City of West Allis
Meeting Minutes
Common Council
Mayor Dan Devine, Chair
Alderperson Thomas G. Lajsic, Council President
Alderpersons: Gary T. Barczak, Michael J. Czaplewski, Eric Euteneier, Kevin Haass,
Michael P. May, Rosalie L. Reinke,
Daniel J. Roadt, Vincent Vitale, and Martin J. Weigel
Tuesday, March 5, 2019 7:10 PM City Hall Common Council Chambers
REGULAR MEETING
A. CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Devine at 7:10 p.m.
B. ROLL CALL
Present 10 - Ald. Barczak, Ald. Czaplewski, Ald. Euteneier, Ald. May, Ald. Haass, Ald. Lajsic, Ald.
Reinke, Ald. Roadt, Ald. Vitale, and Ald. Weigel
C. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Ald. Vitale.
D. PUBLIC HEARINGS
1. R-2019-0141 Resolution to confirm and adopt the report of the City Engineer containing the
schedule of proposed assessments for improvement of S. 55 Street from W. Mobile
Street to W. Electric Avenue, S. 58 Street from W. National Avenue to W.
Greenfield Avenue, S. 59 Street from W. Mobile Street to W. Lincoln Avenue, W.
Grant Street from S. 60 Street to W. Beloit Road and portions of intersecting streets
by concrete reconstruction, new concrete sidewalk, new driveway approaches, storm
sewer, storm sewer relay, sanitary sewer relay, water main relay, building services
and utility adjustments.
Sponsors: Public Works Committee
Attachments: R-2019-0141 signed
Explanation by Peter Daniels, City Engineer.
Appearances:
Jenna Harris, 2113 S. 59 St., has concerns with the costs and how home owners
are finding money to pay for it.
Scott McGraw, 2109 S. 59 St., has concerns with the cost, how home owners are
finding money to pay for it, why home owners have no say in the planning of the
project, or the narrowing of the road, or the cutting down of trees, Mr. McGraw
suggested the City manage the infrastructure, have better planning, and ask for
input from the citizens.
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Pam Zorko, 6224 W. Grant St., asked about footage calculation, has concerns
with the length of project, the traffic calming measures, the narrowing of the
streets, and asked if property values would increase.
John Jackowick, 2225 S. 55 St. expressed that there are No Trucking signs not
being enforced and questioned the need for all sidewalks to re done.
Laurie Bloom 2239 S. 55 St., has concerns people with children and carrying
items needing to park two to three blocks away from their home and said she did
not receive the paperwork to apply for the extra items.
Cathy Gallagher, 2248 S. 59 St., asked to get more details about the project.
Public Hearing Held
2. R-2019-0175 Resolution relative to determination of Special Use Permit for State Fair Liquor &
Food, Inc., a proposed liquor store to be located at 9127 W Lincoln Ave.
Sponsors: Safety & Development Committee
Attachments: R-2019-0175 signed
Explanation by John Stibal, Director of Development.
The Clerk's Office received one (1) letter opposed and one (1) letter in favor of the
Special Use.
Appearances:
Sara Schuhl, 2559 S. 92 St., opposed a liquor store at that location, and wanted
something that would promote more jobs for students in the area.
Greg Smith, 2115 S. 80 St., spoke in favor of the Special Use and stated the store
would have more food and sandwiches than liquor.
Mike Tidrick, 2559 S. 92 St., expressed concerns with the proximity to the
schools, other liquor stores, robberies in the area and the safety of the children.
Public Hearing Held
3. R-2019-0172 Resolution relative to determination of Special Use Permit to establish a restaurant
with drive-thru within the existing multi-tenant commercial building located at 1606 S.
84 St., submitted by Pete Agnos d/b/a Agnos Enterprises on behalf of J & L
Enterprises of WI.
Sponsors: Safety & Development Committee
Attachments: R-2019-0172 signed
Explanation by John Stibal, Director of Development.
Appearances: None.
Public Hearing Held
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4. R-2019-0159 Resolution relative to determination of Special Use Permit to establish a catering
service (food production, limited) and restaurant within the existing building located at
7412 W. Greenfield Ave.
Sponsors: Safety & Development Committee
Attachments: R-2019-0159 signed
Explanation by John Stibal, Director of Development.
Appearances:
Gene Eggert, 7429 Rosevelt Rd, Hartford, stated he is the architect for the project
and there are no no plans to add a patio.
Public Hearing Held
5. 2019-0118 2018-2019 Class B Beer License application no. 2654 of BTH Pizza LLC, Paul S.
Thompson, Agent, d/b/a Blaze Pizza, for premises located at 10730 W. National
Ave. (new-nonexisting location) in regard to exceeding the quota.
Explanation by John Stibal, Director of Development.
Appearances: None.
Public Hearing Held
6. 2019-0122 2018-2019 Class B Tavern License application no. 2662 of Top Dog Enterprises,
LLC, Ronald L. Mellantine, Agent, d/b/a Crawdaddy’s Roadhouse, for premises
located at 9638 W. National Ave. (new-nonexisting location) in regard to exceeding
the quota.
Explanation by John Stibal, Director of Development.
Appearances: None.
Public Hearing Held
E. CITIZEN PARTICIPATION
Steve Yanacheck, 1220 S. 122 St., spoke about the health risks, the harm, the lack
of studies and documention on the effects of wireless cell phone signals.
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. MAYOR'S REPORT
Mayor Devine commented on the Celebration Committee reception which was held
to honor the members, and thanked them for their service throughout the years,
which is being replaced with an Events Committee to serve a broader spectrum.
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H. ALDERPERSON'S REPORT
Alderperson Euteneier reminded those interested of the upcoming Fairview Park
Neighborhood Association meeting.
Alderperson Reinke announced that she took part in the Reading Across America
Program and passed along positive comments she received from TV's Fox 6, Ted
Perry about West Allis.
I. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
7. 2019-0019 Minutes (Draft) of the Common Council regular meeting of February 19, 2019.
Attachments: 021819 CC Minutes.draft
A motion was made by Ald. May, seconded by Ald. Vitale, that this matter be Approved. The
motion carried unanimously.
J. ITEMS NOT REFERRED TO COMMITTEE
8. 2019-0098 New Berlin Heating Notice of Claim regarding vehicle damages allegedly sustained at
1332 S. 63 St. on January 28, 2019.
Attachments: Claim New Berlin Heating_Redacted
Claims Report-June 2019
This matter was Referred for Legal Action to the City Attorney on a Block Vote.
9. 2019-0136 Summons and Complaint in the matter of Wells Fargo Bank, N.A., vs Brian T.
Williams, et al, regarding foreclosure of mortgage, Case No. 2019CV001026.
Attachments: S&C Williams 2019CV001026
This matter was Referred for Legal Action to the City Attorney on a Block Vote.
10. 2019-0137 Martin Law Office, S.C. communication submitted on behalf of Charles Cleveland
regarding property damage allegedly sustained at S. 89 St. and W. Lincoln Ave. on
November 20, 2018.
Attachments: Claim Cleveland_Redacted
This matter was Referred for Legal Action to the City Attorney on a Block Vote.
Passed The Block Vote
A motion was madeby Ald. May, seconded by Ald. Barczak, to approve all the actions on the
preceding items on a Block Vote.The motion carried unanimously.
K. STANDING COMMITTEE REPORTS
None.
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L. COMMON COUNCIL RECESS
A motion was made by Ald. Lajsic, seconded by Ald. Reinke, that the Council
recess until completion of Committee meetings. The motion carried unanimously.
Thereupon, the Council took a recess at 8:18 p.m. Upon returning from recess at
9:18 p.m., and the roll call being taken, there were:
Present 10 - Ald. Barczak, Ald. Czaplewski, Ald. Euteneier, Ald. May, Ald. Haass, Ald. Lajsic, Ald.
Reinke, Ald. Roadt, Ald. Vitale, and Ald. Weigel
M. NEW AND PREVIOUS MATTERS
ADMINISTRATION & FINANCE COMMITTEE
11. R-2019-0167 Resolution ratifying the emergency purchase the Director of Public Works executed
with Neher Electric Supply, Inc., per the Mayor’s authorization, on February 21,
2019, for low pressure sodium bulbs to address the immediate street lighting needs
for the City in the amount of $176,925.66.
Sponsors: Public Works Committee and Administration & Finance Committee
Attachments: Street Lighting Emergency Purchase Authorization
Street Lighting Low Pressure Sodium Order
Fiscal Note LPS Street Lighting Lamps 2019 (3)
R-2019-0167 signed
This matter was Adopted on a Block Vote
12. R-2019-0169 Resolution authorizing the City Engineer to amend an existing agreement with
Barrientos Design & Consulting, Inc. for Architectural Consulting Services related to
integrating City Hall functions into a combined Municipal Complex where both Public
Works and City Hall operate from one location and under one consolidated building
structure in an amount not to exceed $11,000 and authorizing and directing the
appropriate City officials to execute a budget amendment to transfer the necessary
funds for this work.
Sponsors: Public Works Committee
Attachments: Barrientos WA City Hall Planning Amend 1 R1
R-2019-0169 signed
This matter was Adopted on a Block Vote
13. O-2019-0005 Ordinance to establish the wages for officers and employees in the Police Department
for 2019, 2020, and 2021.
Sponsors: Administration & Finance Committee
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Attachments: 2019-2021 Wage Schedules for Police Dept.
O-2019-0005 signed
This matter was Passed on a Block Vote
14. R-2019-0179 Resolution amending the authorization given to the City Administrator to enter into a
professional service agreement with HR Pro Consulting, LLC to provide consulting
services for an Interim HR Director to modify the total sum authorized not to exceed
$75,000.
Sponsors: Administration & Finance Committee
Attachments: R-2019-0179 signed
This matter was Adopted on a Block Vote
15. R-2019-0180 Resolution authorizing the purchase of additional trees from various vendors for a sum
not to exceed $15,000, and authorizing a budget adjustment of $15,000 to fund the
purchase with monies received from the Emerald Ash Borer (EAB) Mitigation Grants
($10,000 and $5,000).
Sponsors: Administration & Finance Committee
Attachments: R-2019-0180 signed
This matter was Adopted on a Block Vote
16. R-2019-0181 Resolution repealing the resolution relative to the City of West Allis Award and
Recognition Programs.
Sponsors: Administration & Finance Committee
Attachments: City Award & Recog Programs (12-1-83)
R-2019-0181 signed
This matter was Adopted on a Block Vote
17. 2019-0142 City Administrator request to adjust the position of Benefit and Wellness Coordinator
to an HR Generalist position in the HR Department.
Attachments: Communication regarding request to adjust job title in HR Dept.
This matter was Approved on a Block Vote
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18. 2019-0143 Communication from City Administrator requesting approval to fill the upcoming
vacant position of Public Health Nurse at the Health Department.
Attachments: Request to fill Public Health Nurse position
This matter was Approved on a Block Vote
Passed The Block Vote
A motion was made by Ald. Haass, seconded by Ald. May, to approve all the actions on the
preceding items on a Block Vote. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 10 - Ald. Barczak, Ald. Czaplewski, Ald. Euteneier, Ald. May, Ald. Haass, Ald. Lajsic, Ald.
Reinke, Ald. Roadt, Ald. Vitale, and Ald. Weigel
No: 0
PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE
19. R-2019-0164 Resolution Granting a Privilege for Encroachment (Major) to New Owner S Sehra
LLC for property located at 979 South 60th Street (Tax Key No. 439-0008-000).
Sponsors: Public Works Committee
Attachments: Encrmajor-S Sehra Signed & Atty Approved
Encroachment signed
R-2019-0164 signed
This matter was Adopted on a Block Vote
20. R-2019-0170 Resolution authorizing the City Engineer to file applications for any grants or loans
available with the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources.
Sponsors: Public Works Committee
Attachments: R-2019-0170 signed
This matter was Adopted on a Block Vote
21. R-2019-0183 Resolution authorizing and directing the City Engineer to enter into a State/Municipal
Agreement for a Highway Improvement Project with the Wisconsin Department of
Transportation for the design, construction and other related work on the
reconstruction of signalized intersections on W. Lincoln Avenue at S. 84th Street, S.
76th Street, and S. 71st Street.
Sponsors: Public Works Committee
Attachments: R-2019-0183 signed
2110-00-03 Lincoln CofWAllis 84th-76th-71stInt
Signed Agreement 2110-00-03 Lincoln CofWAllis 84th-76th-71stInt
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This matter was Adopted on a Block Vote
22. 2019-0067 Request from Downtown West Allis Business Improvement District to close S. 72 St.
south of W. Greenfield Ave. and S. 74 St. south of W. Greenfield Ave. starting at
2:00 p.m. Saturday, June 1, 2019 through 8:00 p.m. Sunday June 2, 1019; close W.
Greenfield Ave. from S. 70 St. to S. 76 St. and adjacent side streets, north and south
to the alleys, starting at 5:00 a.m. through 8:00 p.m. on Sunday, June 2, 2019; and
requesting barricades with flashing lights for set-up for West Allis A la Carte.
Attachments: DWABID Request
This matter was Approved on a Block Vote
23. R-2019-0141 Resolution to confirm and adopt the report of the City Engineer containing the
schedule of proposed assessments for improvement of S. 55 Street from W. Mobile
Street to W. Electric Avenue, S. 58 Street from W. National Avenue to W.
Greenfield Avenue, S. 59 Street from W. Mobile Street to W. Lincoln Avenue, W.
Grant Street from S. 60 Street to W. Beloit Road and portions of intersecting streets
by concrete reconstruction, new concrete sidewalk, new driveway approaches, storm
sewer, storm sewer relay, sanitary sewer relay, water main relay, building services
and utility adjustments.
Sponsors: Public Works Committee
Attachments: R-2019-0141 signed
This matter was Adopted on a Block Vote
24. R-2019-0142 Final Resolution authorizing public improvement by concrete reconstruction, new
concrete sidewalk, new driveway approaches, storm sewer, storm sewer relay,
sanitary sewer relay, water main relay, building services and utility adjustments in S.
55 Street from W. Mobile Street to W. Electric Avenue, S. 58 Street from W.
National Avenue to W. Greenfield Avenue, S. 59 Street from W. Mobile Street to
W. Lincoln Avenue, W. Grant Street from S. 50 Street to W. Beloit Road and
portions of intersecting streets and levying special assessments against benefited
properties.
Sponsors: Public Works Committee
Attachments: R-2019-0142 signed
This matter was Adopted on a Block Vote
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Passed The Block Vote
A motion was made by Ald. Barczak, seconded by Ald. Reinke, to approve all the actions on the
preceding items on a Block Vote. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 10 - Ald. Barczak, Ald. Czaplewski, Ald. Euteneier, Ald. May, Ald. Haass, Ald. Lajsic, Ald.
Reinke, Ald. Roadt, Ald. Vitale, and Ald. Weigel
No: 0
SAFETY & DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
25. R-2019-0033 Resolution declaring West Allis Ala Carte scheduled for June 2, 2019 between Noon
and 6:00 p.m. as a Community Event.
Sponsors: Safety & Development Committee
Attachments: R-2019-0033 signed
This matter was Adopted on a Block Vote
26. R-2019-0176 Resolution authorizing the transfer of a Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources
(WDNR) Deed restriction on McKinley Park to Klentz Park which will require that
Klentz Park shall not be converted to uses inconsistent with public outdoor recreation
without the approval of this Department.
Sponsors: Safety & Development Committee
Attachments: R-2019-0176 signed
This matter was Adopted on a Block Vote
27. R-2019-0177 Resolution to release the City of West Allis’s reacquisition rights for three parcels that
are comprised of McKinley Park (Tax Keys: 440-0213-002, 440-0213-003,
440-0004-001).
Sponsors: Safety & Development Committee
Attachments: Memorandum of Agreement
This matter was Placed on File on a Block Vote
30. 2019-0034 Special Use Permit for Uniko, a proposed entertainment venue, to be located at 1900
S. 60 St.
Attachments: Application - Uniko
Uniko 1900 S 60 St (SUP-SLA)
This matter was Placed on File on a Block Vote
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31. R-2019-0175 Resolution relative to determination of Special Use Permit for State Fair Liquor &
Food, Inc., a proposed liquor store to be located at 9127 W Lincoln Ave.
Sponsors: Safety & Development Committee
Attachments: R-2019-0175 signed
This matter was Adopted on a Block Vote
32. 2019-0112 Special Use Permit for State Fair Liquor & Food, Inc., a proposed liquor store to be
located at 9127 W. Lincoln Ave.
Attachments: Application - State Fair Liquor
SUP State Fair Liquor letter opposed
SUP State Fair Liquor letter in favor
This matter was Placed on File on a Block Vote
33. R-2019-0172 Resolution relative to determination of Special Use Permit to establish a restaurant
with drive-thru within the existing multi-tenant commercial building located at 1606 S.
84 St., submitted by Pete Agnos d/b/a Agnos Enterprises on behalf of J & L
Enterprises of WI.
Sponsors: Safety & Development Committee
Attachments: R-2019-0172 signed
This matter was Adopted on a Block Vote
34. 2019-0035 Special Use Permit to establish a restaurant with drive-thru within the existing
multi-tenant commercial building located at 1606 S. 84 St., submitted by Pete Agnos
d/b/a Agnos Enterprises on behalf of J & L Enterprises of WI.
Attachments: Application - Agnos Restaurant
This matter was Placed on File on a Block Vote
35. R-2019-0159 Resolution relative to determination of Special Use Permit to establish a catering
service (food production, limited) and restaurant within the existing building located at
7412 W. Greenfield Ave.
Sponsors: Safety & Development Committee
Attachments: R-2019-0159 signed
This matter was Adopted on a Block Vote
36. 2019-0114 Special Use Permit to establish a catering service (food production, limited) and
restaurant within the existing building located at 7412 W. Greenfield Ave.
Attachments: Application- 7412 W Greenfield-Catering
This matter was Placed on File on a Block Vote
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Passed The Block Vote
A motion was made by Ald. Lajsic, seconded by Ald. Barczak, to approve all the actions on the
preceding items on a Block Vote. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 10 - Ald. Barczak, Ald. Czaplewski, Ald. Euteneier, Ald. May, Ald. Haass, Ald. Lajsic, Ald.
Reinke, Ald. Roadt, Ald. Vitale, and Ald. Weigel
No: 0
28. R-2019-0186 Reconsideration of resolution approving the City of West Allis’ reacquisition rights for
three parcels that are comprised of McKinley Park (Tax Keys: 440-0213-002,
440-0213-003, 440-0004-001).
Sponsors: Safety & Development Committee
Attachments: R-2019-0186 signed
Memoradum of Agreement signed
Memorandum of Understanding - Cobalt, City, School District
R-2019-0186 signed
A motion was made by Ald. Lajsic, seconded by Ald. Barczak, that this matter was Adopted As
Amended. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 9- Ald. Barczak, Ald. Czaplewski, Ald. Euteneier, Ald. May, Ald. Haass, Ald. Lajsic, Ald.
Reinke, Ald. Roadt, and Ald. Vitale
No: 1- Ald. Weigel
29. R-2019-0095 Resolution relative to determination of Special Use Permit for Uniko, a proposed
entertainment venue, to be located at 1900 S. 60 St.
Sponsors: Safety & Development Committee
Attachments: R-2019-0095 signed
A motion was made by Ald. Lajsic, seconded by Ald. Vitale, that this matter was Adopted As
Amended. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 7- Ald. Czaplewski, Ald. Euteneier, Ald. May, Ald. Haass, Ald. Lajsic, Ald. Roadt, and Ald.
Vitale
No: 3- Ald. Barczak, Ald. Reinke, and Ald. Weigel
LICENSE & HEALTH COMMITTEE
37. 2019-0116 Mega Marts, LLC communication regarding notice of change of liquor agent to
Matthew J. Meyer at the Pick 'n Save #846 located at 2625 S. 108 St., dated
February 26, 2019.
This matter was Placed on File on a Block Vote
38. 2019-0134 Schedule for Successor of Agent Deete A. Knuteson, by Aldi, Inc. (Wisconsin),
d/b/a Aldi #10, located at 1712 S. 108 St.
This matter was Approved on a Block Vote
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39. 2019-0097 2018-2019 Class B Tavern Special Event Permit application no. 16 of Tap City, Inc.,
d/b/a Tap City USA, Philip M. Kleist, Agent, 7207 W. National Ave., for Opening
Day Brewers Party, to be held on Thursday, March, 28, 2019, from 11:00 a.m. -
5:00 p.m. (grilling food outdoors in parking lot behind building). First application for
the 2018-2019 license year.
This matter was Approved on a Block Vote
40. 2019-0117 2018-2019 Class B Tavern Special Event Permit application no. 17 of The Buzzard's
Nest, LLC, Lawrence E. Pryor, Agent, d/b/a The Buzzard's Nest, 6000 W. Mitchell
St., for Friends of “MADACC” Fundraiser to be held on Saturday, April 6, 2019
from 3:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. (Tent in taped off parking lot for additional seating).
Second (2nd) application for 2018-2019 license year.
This matter was Approved on a Block Vote
41. 2019-0016 License Applications.
Salvage & Recycling Center License application 2018-2019:
• Cloud Recycling LLC, Carlos A. Figueroa, 5325 W. Rogers St.
Used Vehicle Dealer License application 2019-2020:
• Auto Hub, Auto Hub LLC, Rajeh K. Assad, 7821 W. Greenfield Ave.
• Badger Truck Center, Inc., Nancy R. Schlagenhauf, 10915 W. Rogers St.
• CK Auto Sales, Churchill III Luxurious Limousine Service, Inc., Rosemary
Medina, 2081 S. 56 St.
• EZ Motorcars, EZ Motorcars LLC, Edmund A. Eykmans, 7606 W. Beloit Rd.
• Fairview Motors, Fairview Motor Sports LLC, Jeffrey W. Buchkowski, 1965 S.
60 St.
• Fairview Sales & Service, Gerald R. Buchkowski, 8400 W. Becher St.
• Fleet Auto Sales & Services, LLC, RAM Enterprises LLC, Janet M. Lemanczyk,
7400 W. National Ave.
• Fleet Services, Inc., Christopher T. Hoar, 7400 W. National Ave.
• Gordie Boucher Lincoln, Gordie Boucher Lincoln, Inc., Mike Jansen, 3161 S.
108 St.
• Greenfield Motors, K-S Mechanics Inc., Kevin L. Schuchardt, 9410 W.
Greenfield Ave.
• Shamrock Motorcars, Quinn & Sons Auto Body Inc., Patrick M. Quinn, 5720
W. National Ave.
• Scott’s Automotive LLC, Scott R. Emanuele, 2042 S. 114 St.
• Wilde Toyota, Wilde of West Allis Inc., Joseph G. Zanella, 3225 S. 108 St.
This matter was Approved subject to the necessary requirement(s) on a Block Vote
42. 2019-0135 2018-2020 Operator’s License (bartender/sales clerk) application no. 20-600 of
Amanda Rae Praefke.
Held in License & Health Committee during recess.
43. 2019-0017 2018-2019 Class B Tavern License application no. 2662, of Top Dog Enterprises,
LLC, Ronald L. Mellantine, Agent, d/b/a Crawdaddy’s Roadhouse, for the premises
located at 9638 W. National Ave. (new-nonexisting location).
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This matter was Approved subject to the necessary requirement(s) on a Block Vote
Passed The Block Vote
A motion was made by Ald. Czaplewski, seconded by Ald. May, to approve all the actions on the
preceding items on a Block Vote. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 10 - Ald. Barczak, Ald. Czaplewski, Ald. Euteneier, Ald. May, Ald. Haass, Ald. Lajsic, Ald.
Reinke, Ald. Roadt, Ald. Vitale, and Ald. Weigel
No: 0
44. 2019-0055 2018-2019 Class B Beer License application no. 2654, of BTH Pizza LLC, Paul S.
Thompson, Agent, d/b/a Blaze Pizza, for the premises located at 10707 W.
Cleveland Ave. (new-nonexisting location).
A motion was made by Ald. Czaplewski, seconded by Ald. Weigel, that this matter was Approved
subject to the necessary requirement(s). The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 9- Ald. Czaplewski, Ald. Euteneier, Ald. May, Ald. Haass, Ald. Lajsic, Ald. Reinke, Ald.
Roadt, Ald. Vitale, and Ald. Weigel
No: 1- Ald. Barczak
ADVISORY COMMITTEE
None.
N. ADJOURNMENT
A motion was made by Ald. Lajsic, seconded by Ald. Reinke, to adjourn at 9:32 p.m., with the
next regularly scheduled meeting to be held on March 19, 2019, at 7:00 p.m. The motion
carried unanimously. The motion carried unanimously.
/s/ Steven A. Braatz, Jr., City Clerk
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individual(s) must be scheduled (as an appearance) with the chair of the committee or the appropriate staff contact; otherwise, the meeting of
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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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Agenda
City of West Allis
Meeting Agenda
Common Council
Mayor Dan Devine, Chair
Alderperson Thomas G. Lajsic, Council President
Alderpersons: Gary T. Barczak, Michael J. Czaplewski, Eric Euteneier, Kevin Haass,
Michael P. May, Rosalie L. Reinke,
Daniel J. Roadt, Vincent Vitale, and Martin J. Weigel
Tuesday, March 5, 2019 7:00 PM City Hall Common Council Chambers
REGULAR MEETING
A. CALL TO ORDER
B. ROLL CALL
C. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
D. PUBLIC HEARINGS
1. R-2019-0141 Resolution to confirm and adopt the report of the City Engineer containing the schedule
of proposed assessments for improvement of S. 55 Street from W. Mobile Street to W.
Electric Avenue, S. 58 Street from W. National Avenue to W. Greenfield Avenue, S. 59
Street from W. Mobile Street to W. Lincoln Avenue, W. Grant Street from S. 60 Street
to W. Beloit Road and portions of intersecting streets by concrete reconstruction, new
concrete sidewalk, new driveway approaches, storm sewer, storm sewer relay, sanitary
sewer relay, water main relay, building services and utility adjustments.
2. R-2019-0175 Resolution relative to determination of Special Use Permit for State Fair Liquor & Food,
Inc., a proposed liquor store to be located at 9127 W Lincoln Ave.
3. R-2019-0172 Resolution relative to determination of Special Use Permit to establish a restaurant with
drive-thru within the existing multi-tenant commercial building located at 1606 S. 84 St.,
submitted by Pete Agnos d/b/a Agnos Enterprises on behalf of J & L Enterprises of WI.
4. R-2019-0159 Resolution relative to determination of Special Use Permit to establish a catering service
(food production, limited) and restaurant within the existing building located at 7412 W.
Greenfield Ave.
5. 2019-0118 2018-2019 Class B Beer License application no. 2654 of BTH Pizza LLC, Paul S.
Thompson, Agent, d/b/a Blaze Pizza, for premises located at 10730 W. National Ave.
(new-nonexisting location) in regard to exceeding the quota.
6. 2019-0122 2018-2019 Class B Tavern License application no. 2662 of Top Dog Enterprises, LLC,
Ronald L. Mellantine, Agent, d/b/a Crawdaddy’s Roadhouse, for premises located at
9638 W. National Ave. (new-nonexisting location) in regard to exceeding the quota.
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E. CITIZEN PARTICIPATION
The common council may receive information from members of the public during this 30-minute period. Each
speaker must announce to the council his or her name and address, sign in at the podium, and limit comments to
one statement of no more than 5 minutes. The council cannot take action on topics raised by speakers and will not
discuss topics with speakers.
F. ANNOUNCEMENT OF RECESS MEETINGS OF STANDING COMMITTEES
New and Previous Matters referred to Committees may be considered and acted upon by
Committees during the Common Council recess. Unless otherwise announced during the meeting,
the standing Committees of the Common Council will meet during recess in the following rooms
and in the following order:
Room G12 (Art Gallery)
Advisory, Public Works, Safety & Development
Room 128
License & Health, Administration & Finance
The general public may contact the Committee Chair relative to an agenda item of interest that
could be discussed or acted on during the recess meetings simultaneously occurring in different
conference rooms. Additionally, if a member has interest in multiple agenda items which are
scheduled for discussion or action during the recess meetings simultaneously occurring, s/he
should contact the chair of the committee to inform of such interest.
G. MAYOR'S REPORT
This item is a report from the Mayor to the public regarding recent events attended, awards and
commendations, and upcoming events. No discussion or action shall take place by members of the Council
unless otherwise listed below.
H. ALDERPERSON'S REPORT
This item is a report from individual Alderpersons to the public regarding recent events attended, awards and
commendations, and upcoming events. No discussion or action shall take place by members of the Council
unless otherwise listed below.
I. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
7. 2019-0019 Minutes (Draft) of the Common Council regular meeting of February 19, 2019.
J. ITEMS NOT REFERRED TO COMMITTEE
8. 2019-0098 New Berlin Heating Notice of Claim regarding vehicle damages allegedly sustained at
1332 S. 63 St. on January 28, 2019.
9. 2019-0136 Summons and Complaint in the matter of Wells Fargo Bank, N.A., vs Brian T. Williams,
et al, regarding foreclosure of mortgage, Case No. 2019CV001026.
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10. 2019-0137 Martin Law Office, S.C. communication submitted on behalf of Charles Cleveland
regarding property damage allegedly sustained at S. 89 St. and W. Lincoln Ave. on
November 20, 2018.
K. STANDING COMMITTEE REPORTS
None.
L. COMMON COUNCIL RECESS
M. NEW AND PREVIOUS MATTERS
ADMINISTRATION & FINANCE and PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEES
New Matters for Introduction
11. R-2019-0167 Resolution ratifying the emergency purchase the Director of Public Works executed with
Neher Electric Supply, Inc., per the Mayor’s authorization, on February 21, 2019, for
low pressure sodium bulbs to address the immediate street lighting needs for the City in
the amount of $176,925.66.
12. R-2019-0169 Resolution authorizing the City Engineer to amend an existing agreement with Barrientos
Design & Consulting, Inc. for Architectural Consulting Services related to integrating City
Hall functions into a combined Municipal Complex where both Public Works and City
Hall operate from one location and under one consolidated building structure in an
amount not to exceed $11,000 and authorizing and directing the appropriate City
officials to execute a budget amendment to transfer the necessary funds for this work.
ADMINISTRATION & FINANCE COMMITTEE
New Matters for Introduction
13. O-2019-0005 Ordinance to establish the wages for officers and employees in the Police Department for
2019, 2020, and 2021.
14. R-2019-0179 Resolution amending the authorization given to the City Administrator to enter into a
professional service agreement with HR Pro Consulting, LLC to provide consulting
services for an Interim HR Director to modify the total sum authorized not to exceed
$75,000.
15. R-2019-0180 Resolution authorizing the purchase of additional trees from various vendors for a sum
not to exceed $15,000, and authorizing a budget adjustment of $15,000 to fund the
purchase with monies received from the Emerald Ash Borer (EAB) Mitigation Grants
($10,000 and $5,000).
16. R-2019-0181 Resolution repealing the resolution relative to the City of West Allis Award and
Recognition Programs.
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17. 2019-0142 City Administrator request to adjust the position of Benefit and Wellness Coordinator to
an HR Generalist position in the HR Department.
18. 2019-0143 Communication from City Administrator requesting approval to fill the upcoming vacant
position of Public Health Nurse at the Health Department.
PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE
New Matters for Introduction
19. R-2019-0164 Resolution Granting a Privilege for Encroachment (Major) to New Owner S Sehra LLC
for property located at 979 South 60th Street (Tax Key No. 439-0008-000).
20. R-2019-0170 Resolution authorizing the City Engineer to file applications for any grants or loans
available with the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources.
21. R-2019-0183 Resolution authorizing and directing the City Engineer to enter into a State/Municipal
Agreement for a Highway Improvement Project with the Wisconsin Department of
Transportation for the design, construction and other related work on the reconstruction
of signalized intersections on W. Lincoln Avenue at S. 84th Street, S. 76th Street, and S.
71st Street.
22. 2019-0067 Request from Downtown West Allis Business Improvement District to close S. 72 St.
south of W. Greenfield Ave. and S. 74 St. south of W. Greenfield Ave. starting at 2:00
p.m. Saturday, June 1, 2019 through 8:00 p.m. Sunday June 2, 1019; close W.
Greenfield Ave. from S. 70 St. to S. 76 St. and adjacent side streets, north and south to
the alleys, starting at 5:00 a.m. through 8:00 p.m. on Sunday, June 2, 2019; and
requesting barricades with flashing lights for set-up for West Allis A la Carte.
Public Hearing Items (Public Works Committee)
23. R-2019-0141 Resolution to confirm and adopt the report of the City Engineer containing the schedule
of proposed assessments for improvement of S. 55 Street from W. Mobile Street to W.
Electric Avenue, S. 58 Street from W. National Avenue to W. Greenfield Avenue, S. 59
Street from W. Mobile Street to W. Lincoln Avenue, W. Grant Street from S. 60 Street
to W. Beloit Road and portions of intersecting streets by concrete reconstruction, new
concrete sidewalk, new driveway approaches, storm sewer, storm sewer relay, sanitary
sewer relay, water main relay, building services and utility adjustments.
24. R-2019-0142 Final Resolution authorizing public improvement by concrete reconstruction, new
concrete sidewalk, new driveway approaches, storm sewer, storm sewer relay, sanitary
sewer relay, water main relay, building services and utility adjustments in S. 55 Street
from W. Mobile Street to W. Electric Avenue, S. 58 Street from W. National Avenue to
W. Greenfield Avenue, S. 59 Street from W. Mobile Street to W. Lincoln Avenue, W.
Grant Street from S. 50 Street to W. Beloit Road and portions of intersecting streets and
levying special assessments against benefited properties.
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SAFETY & DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
New Matters for Introduction
25. R-2019-0033 Resolution declaring West Allis A la Carte scheduled for June 2, 2019 between Noon
and 6:00 p.m. as a Community Event.
26. R-2019-0176 Resolution authorizing the transfer of a Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources
(WDNR) Deed restriction on McKinley Park to Klentz Park which will require that
Klentz Park shall not be converted to uses inconsistent with public outdoor recreation
without the approval of this Department.
27. R-2019-0177 Resolution to release the City of West Allis’s reacquisition rights for three parcels that
are comprised of McKinley Park (Tax Keys: 440-0213-002, 440-0213-003,
440-0004-001).
28. R-2019-0186 Resolution approving the City of West Allis’ reacquisition rights for three parcels that are
comprised of McKinley Park (Tax Keys: 440-0213-002, 440-0213-003,
440-0004-001).
Previous Matters for Consideration
29. R-2019-0095 Resolution relative to determination of Special Use Permit for Uniko, a proposed
entertainment venue, to be located at 1900 S. 60 St.
30. 2019-0034 Special Use Permit for Uniko, a proposed entertainment venue, to be located at 1900 S.
60 St.
Public Hearing Items (Safety & Development Committee)
31. R-2019-0175 Resolution relative to determination of Special Use Permit for State Fair Liquor & Food,
Inc., a proposed liquor store to be located at 9127 W Lincoln Ave.
32. 2019-0112 Special Use Permit for State Fair Liquor & Food, Inc., a proposed liquor store to be
located at 9127 W. Lincoln Ave.
33. R-2019-0172 Resolution relative to determination of Special Use Permit to establish a restaurant with
drive-thru within the existing multi-tenant commercial building located at 1606 S. 84 St.,
submitted by Pete Agnos d/b/a Agnos Enterprises on behalf of J & L Enterprises of WI.
34. 2019-0035 Special Use Permit to establish a restaurant with drive-thru within the existing
multi-tenant commercial building located at 1606 S. 84 St., submitted by Pete Agnos
d/b/a Agnos Enterprises on behalf of J & L Enterprises of WI.
35. R-2019-0159 Resolution relative to determination of Special Use Permit to establish a catering service
(food production, limited) and restaurant within the existing building located at 7412 W.
Greenfield Ave.
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36. 2019-0114 Special Use Permit to establish a catering service (food production, limited) and
restaurant within the existing building located at 7412 W. Greenfield Ave.
LICENSE & HEALTH COMMITTEE
New Matters for Introduction
37. 2019-0116 Mega Marts, LLC communication regarding notice of change of liquor agent to Matthew
Meyer Salazar at the Pick 'n Save #6846 located at 2625 S. 108 St., dated February
26, 2019.
38. 2019-0134 Schedule for Successor of Agent Deete A. Knuteson, by Aldi, Inc. (Wisconsin), d/b/a
Aldi #10, located at 1712 S. 108 St.
39. 2019-0097 2018-2019 Class B Tavern Special Event Permit application no. 16 of Tap City, Inc.,
d/b/a Tap City USA, Philip M. Kleist, Agent, 7207 W. National Ave., for Opening Day
Brewers Party, to be held on Thursday, March, 28, 2019, from 11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
(grilling food outdoors in parking lot behind building). First application for the
2018-2019 license year.
40. 2019-0117 2018-2019 Class B Tavern Special Event Permit application no. 17 of The Buzzard's
Nest, LLC, Lawrence E. Pryor, Agent, d/b/a The Buzzard's Nest, 6000 W. Mitchell St.,
for Friends of “MADACC” Fundraiser to be held on Saturday, April 6, 2019 from 3:00
p.m. to 11:00 p.m. (Tent in taped off parking lot for additional seating). Second (2nd)
application for 2018-2019 license year.
41. 2019-0016 License Applications.
Salvage & Recycling Center License application 2018-2019:
• Cloud Recycling LLC, Carlos A. Figueroa, 5325 W. Rogers St.
Used Vehicle Dealer License application 2019-2020:
• Auto Hub, Auto Hub LLC, Rajeh K. Assad, 7821 W. Greenfield Ave.
• Badger Truck Center, Inc., Nancy R. Schlagenhauf, 10915 W. Rogers St.
• CK Auto Sales, Churchill III Luxurious Limousine Service, Inc., Rosemary Medina,
2081 S. 56 St.
• EZ Motorcars, EZ Motorcars LLC, Edmund A. Eykmans, 7606 W. Beloit Rd.
• Fairview Motors, Fairview Motor Sports LLC, Jeffrey W. Buchkowski, 1965 S. 60 St,
• Fairview Sales & Service, Gerald R. Buchkowski, 8400 W. Becher St.
• Fleet Auto Sales & Services, LLC, RAM Enterprises LLC, Janet M. Lemanczyk,
7400 W. National Ave.
• Fleet Services, Inc., Christopher T. Hoar, 7400 W. National Ave.
• Gordie Boucher Lincoln, Gordie Boucher Lincoln, Inc., Mike Jansen, 3161 S. 108 St.
• Greenfield Motors, K-S Mechanics Inc., Kevin L. Schuchardt, 9410 W. Greenfield Ave.
• Shamrock Motorcars, Quinn & Sons Auto Body Inc., Patrick M. Quinn, 5720 W. National Ave.
• Scott’s Automotive LLC, Scott R. Emanuele, 2042 S. 114 St.
• Wilde Toyota, Wilde of West Allis Inc., Joseph G. Zanella, 3225 S. 108 St.
42. 2019-0135 2018-2020 Operator’s License (bartender/sales clerk) application no. 20-600 of
Amanda Rae Praefke.
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43. 2019-0017 2018-2019 Class B Tavern License application no. 2662, of Top Dog Enterprises,
LLC, Ronald L. Mellantine, Agent, d/b/a Crawdaddy’s Roadhouse, for the premises
located at 9638 W. National Ave. (new-nonexisting location).
Previous Matters for Consideration
44. 2019-0055 2018-2019 Class B Beer License application no. 2654, of BTH Pizza LLC, Paul S.
Thompson, Agent, d/b/a Blaze Pizza, for the premises located at 10707 W. Cleveland
Ave. (new-nonexisting location).
ADVISORY COMMITTEE
None.
N. ADJOURNMENT
All meetings of the Common Council 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.
NOTICE OF POSSIBLE QUOROM
It is possible that members of, and possibly a quorum of, members of other governmental bodies of the municipality may be in attendance at the
above-stated meeting to gather information. No action will be taken by any governmental body at the above -stated meeting other than the
governmental body specifically referred to above in this notice.
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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