Common Council
Regular MeetingWest Allis, WI · April 1, 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
Monday, April 1, 2019 7:00 PM City Hall Common Council Chambers
REGULAR MEETING
A. CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Devine at 7:00 p.m.
B. ROLL CALL
Present 8- Ald. Barczak, Ald. Czaplewski, Ald. Euteneier, Ald. Lajsic, Ald. Reinke, Ald. Roadt, Ald.
Vitale, and Ald. Weigel
Excused 2- Ald. May, and Ald. Haass
C. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Ald. Czaplewski.
D. PUBLIC HEARINGS
1. R-2019-0234 Resolution to confirm and adopt the report of the City Engineer containing the
schedule of proposed assessments for improvement of the North/South and
East/West Alley between S. 91 St. - S. 92 St., W. Montana Ave. to W. Dakota St.;
North/South Alley between S. 90 St. - S. 91 St., W. Rogers St. to W. Becher St.;
East/West Alley between S. 94 St. - S. 96 St., W. Harding Pl. to W. Cleveland
Ave.; North/South and East/West Alley between S. 77 St. - S. 78 St., Union Pacific
Railroad to W. Hicks St.; and North/South Alley between S. 60 St. - S. 61 St., W.
Greenfield Ave. to W. Orchard St. by removal and reconstruction of the concrete
alley pavement, storm sewer and storm underdrain.
Sponsors: Public Works Committee
Attachments: R-2019-0234 signed
Explanation by Peter Daniels, City Engineer.
Appearances:
John Marek, 2800 block S. 92 St., commented on the width, pitch and slope at the
end of the alley; questioned storm drains in the alley, and stated he is in favor of
the work but is concerned about paying for alley work again.
Public Hearing Held
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2. R-2019-0209 Resolution relative to determination of Special Use Permit for Columbus Club of
West Allis, an existing Catholic fraternal organization, to be located at 7633 W Beloit
Rd.
Sponsors: Safety & Development Committee
Attachments: R-2019-0209 signed
Explanation by John Stibal, Director of Development.
Appearances: None.
Public Hearing Held
3. R-2019-0188 Resolution relative to determination of Special Use Permit for Jose Vidrios Auto
Repair, a proposed auto repair business, to be located within the existing mixed use
building at 5606 W. Burnham.
Sponsors: Safety & Development Committee
Attachments: R-2019-0188 signed
SUP Jose Vidrios Auto Repair signed
Explanation by John Stibal, Director of Development.
Appearances:
Linda Surdyk, 5611 W. Burnham St., expressed concerns about heavy trucks
during the day, the sharing of street parking for customers, employees, and the
residents, and commented on noise from previous tenants.
Marge Jablonicky, 5615 W. Burnham St., commented on noise from previous
tenants.
Public Hearing Held
4. R-2019-0245 Resolution relative to determination of Special Use Permit for Bonita’s, a proposed
restaurant to be located at 1412 S. 73 St., submitted by Fernando Walker, applicant,
and Dan Beyer, architect.
Sponsors: Safety & Development Committee
Explanation by John Stibal, Director of Development.
Appearances: None.
Public Hearing Held
5. O-2019-0012 Ordinance to amend the Official West Allis Zoning Map by removing the PDD-2,
Commercial Overlay District from Lot 1 of the property located at 1010, 1040,
1126, & 1304 S 70 St.
Sponsors: Safety & Development Committee
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Attachments: O-2019-0012 signed
Explanation by John Stibal, Director of Development.
Appearances: None.
Public Hearing Held
E. CITIZEN PARTICIPATION
None.
F. ANNOUNCEMENT OF RECESS MEETINGS OF STANDING COMMITTEES
G. MAYOR'S REPORT
Mayor Devine acknowledged, congratulated and thanked Sally Nusslock, Health
Commissioner, and the West Allis Health Department on being reaccredited in the
first round of the National Public Health Accreditation Board; and commented on
the number of new restaurants that have recently opened and congratulated them
and wished them success.
H. ALDERPERSON'S REPORT
Ald. Weigel thanked residents and business owners for sweeping up after the
snow melting and encouraged others to do the same to make the city look nicer;
commented on the Annual Dinner Dance Gala and the beneficiary being the dog
park.
I. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
6. 2019-0218 Minutes (draft) of the Common Council Regular meeting of March 19, 2019 and
special meeting of March 21, 2019.
Attachments: 031919 CC Minutes.draft
032119 CC Minutes.Special Meeting.draft
A motion was made by Ald. Lajsic, seconded by Ald. Reinke, that this matter be Approved. The
motion carried unanimously.
J. ITEMS NOT REFERRED TO COMMITTEE
7. 2019-0220 Erie Insurance Notice of Claim relative to Andrea Kische, vehicle damages allegedly
sustained at624 S. 92 St., on February 26, 2019.
Attachments: 2019-0220 Erie Insurance
Claims Report-May 2019
This matter was Referred for Legal Action to the City Attorney on a Block Vote.
8. 2019-0221 Andrea Kische Notice of Claim relative to vehicle damages allegedly sustained at 624
S. 92 St. on February 26, 2019.
Attachments: 2019-0221 Claim Kische_Redacted
Claims Report-June 2019
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This matter was Referred for Legal Action to the City Attorney on a Block Vote.
9. 2019-0222 Stacey Medved Notice of Claim relative to property damages allegedly sustained at
7112 W. Beloit Rd. on November 30, 2018.
Attachments: 2019-0222 Claim Medved
Claims Report-May 2019
This matter was Referred for Legal Action to the City Attorney on a Block Vote.
10. 2019-0223 David A. Madaus Notice of Claim relative to vehicle damages allegedly sustained at
W. National Ave and S. 69 St. on February 17, 2019.
Attachments: 2019-0223 Claim Madaus_Redacted
Claims Report-June 18, 2019
This matter was Referred for Legal Action to the City Attorney on a Block Vote.
11. 2019-0224 Summons and Complaint in the matter of Beloit Rd. Senior Apts., LLC vs. Judy
Mayer, et al, regarding the discontinuance of housing assistance payments, Case No.
2019C006827.
Attachments: 2019-0224 Claim 19SC006827
This matter was Referred for Legal Action to the City Attorney on a Block Vote.
12. 2019-0225 Mark Zaffke Notice of Injury allegedly sustained at 7234 W. Becher St. on March 8,
2019.
Attachments: 2019-0225 Claim Zaffke
This matter was Referred for Legal Action to the City Attorney on a Block Vote.
Passed The Block Vote
A motion was made to approve all the actions on the preceding items on a Block Vote.The
motion carried unanimously.
K. STANDING COMMITTEE REPORTS
LICENSE & HEALTH COMMITTEE
13. 2019-0167 Police Department Report involving Bug N Out, 5630 W. Lincoln Ave., Amy
Elizabeth Burns. Incident Date: February 23, 2019. (Provisional Tavern Operator’s
License of Melissa Presti issued January 15, 2019.)
This matter was Placed on File on a Block Vote
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14. 2019-0194 Police Department Report involving Melissa L. Presti, 2018-2019 Provisional Tavern
Operator’s License of Melissa Presti issued January 15, 2019, (Bug N Out, 5630 W.
Lincoln Ave.). Incident Date: February 23, 2019.
This matter was Placed on File on a Block Vote
15. 2019-0135 2018-2020 Operator’s License (bartender/sales clerk) application no. 20-600 of
Amanda Rae Praefke.
This matter was Approved on a Block Vote
16. 2019-0059 2018-2019 Operator’s License (bartender/sales clerk) application no. 19-566 of
Shyanna N. Her.
This matter was Denied based on two (2) nonappearances on a Block Vote
Passed The Block Vote
A motion was made by Ald. Czaplewski, seconded by Ald. Roadt, to approve all the actions on the
preceding items on a Block Vote. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 8- Ald. Barczak, Ald. Czaplewski, Ald. Euteneier, Ald. Lajsic, Ald. Reinke, Ald. Roadt, Ald.
Vitale, and Ald. Weigel
No: 0
17. 2019-0182 2018-2019 Operator’s License (bartender/sales clerk) application no. 19-584 of
Derek J. Czarnecki.
A motion was made by Ald Czaplewski, seconded by Ald. Roadt to approve. The
motion failed by the following vote:
Aye: 0
No: 8 - Ald. Barczak, Ald. Czaplewski, Ald. Lajsic, Ald. Euteneier, Ald. Reinke,
Ald. Roadt, Ald. Vitale, and Ald. Weigel
A motion was made by Ald. Weigel, seconded by Ald. Barczak, that this matter was Denied. The
motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 8- Ald. Barczak, Ald. Czaplewski, Ald. Euteneier, Ald. Lajsic, Ald. Reinke, Ald. Roadt, Ald.
Vitale, and Ald. Weigel
No: 0
Ald. Lajsic announced that item number 37 referred to the Safety & Devlopment
Committee is being changed to be referred to the Public Works Committee.
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L. COMMON COUNCIL RECESS
A motion was made by Ald. Lajsic, seconded by Ald. Barczak, that the Council recess until
completion of Committee meetings. The motion carried unanimously.
Thereupon, the Council took a recess at 7:42 p.m. Upon returning from recess at
8:16 p.m., and the roll call being taken, there were:
Present 8- Ald. Barczak, Ald. Czaplewski, Ald. Euteneier, Ald. Lajsic, Ald. Reinke, Ald. Roadt, Ald.
Vitale, and Ald. Weigel
Excused 2- Ald. May, and Ald. Haass
M. NEW AND PREVIOUS MATTERS
ADMINISTRATION & FINANCE COMMITTEE
18. O-2019-0014 Ordinance to amend Salary Ordinance No. O-2018-0027 and establishing the pay
for Crossing Guards in the Miscellaneous Pay Scale.
Sponsors: Administration & Finance Committee
Attachments: Crossing Guard Pay - Copy Shows Changes
O-2019-0014 signed
This matter was Passed on a Block Vote
19. O-2019-0015 Ordinance to repeal Section 2.25(3)(b) and to amend Section 2.52(4)(h) of the City
of West Allis Revised Municipal Code regarding the creation of Farmers Market
Committee fees.
Sponsors: Administration & Finance Committee
Attachments: O-2019-0015 signed
This matter was Passed on a Block Vote
20. R-2019-0252 Resolution approving a $700,000 loan to the City of West Allis from First-Ring
Industrial Redevelopment Enterprise Inc. (FIRE) to assist in financing the West
Quarter West, LLC and West Quarter East, LLC on S. 70th St.
Sponsors: Administration & Finance Committee
Attachments: R-2019-0252 signed
Loan Agreement & Note - Signed
Loan Agreement
Note (Exhibit A)
This matter was Adopted on a Block Vote
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21. R-2019-0253 Resolution to approve a Commercial Façade Improvement Contract by and between
the City of West Allis and Developing DTWA LLC, property owner for the property
located at 7311-13-15 W. Greenfield Ave., in an amount up to $57,082.
Sponsors: Alderperson Weigel
Attachments: R-2019-0253 signed
Commercial Facade Contract (signed)
Held in Administration & Finance Committee during recess.
22. R-2019-0255 Resolution amending the 2019 Schedule of Fees for the City of West Allis related to
Farmers Market Fees.
Sponsors: Administration & Finance Committee
Attachments: Farmers Market Fees - Exhibit A
R-2019-0255 signed
This matter was Adopted on a Block Vote
23. 2019-0204 CasTech, Inc. 6325 W. National Ave., communication regarding permanent
elimination of four (4) employees on May 20, 2019 thru permanent closure on June 3,
2019.
Attachments: CasTech Inc. comm.
This matter was Placed on File on a Block Vote
24. 2019-0205 Motor Castings Company, 1323 S. 65 St., communication regarding permanent
elimination of one hundred thirteen (113) employees on May 20, 2019 thru
permanent closure on June 3, 2019.
Attachments: Motor Castings comm.
This matter was Placed on File on a Block Vote
Passed The Block Vote
A motion was made by Ald. Weigel, 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: 8- Ald. Barczak, Ald. Czaplewski, Ald. Euteneier, Ald. Lajsic, Ald. Reinke, Ald. Roadt, Ald.
Vitale, and Ald. Weigel
No: 0
PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE
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25. R-2019-0236 Resolution authorizing a Professional Service Contract with KL Engineering, Inc. for
Engineering Consulting Services to prepare a Street Lighting Conversion Plan for the
City of West Allis for an amount not to exceed $25,000.
Sponsors: Public Works Committee
Attachments: KL Engr SOQ
R-2019-0236 signed
This matter was Adopted on a Block Vote
26. R-2019-0239 Resolution to approve bid of LaLonde Contractors, Inc. for the installation of
concrete curb and gutter, concrete pavement, concrete sidewalk, driveway
replacement, sanitary sewer relay, storm sewer, storm sewer relay, water main relay,
building services, street lighting and utility adjustments in S. 80th St. from W.
Greenfield Ave. to W. National Ave. and S. 75th St. from North of W. Walker St. to
W. Washington St., in the amount of $3,513,725.84.
Sponsors: Public Works Committee
Attachments: 2019-4 Bid Results
R-2019-0239 Fiscal Note
R-2019-0239 signed
This matter was Adopted on a Block Vote
27. R-2019-0241 Resolution to approve bid of Poblocki Paving Corporation for the construction of an
asphalt parking lot, permeable interlocking concrete pavement system, concrete curb
and gutter, storm sewer, pavement marking, landscaping and utility adjustments in the
West Allis Public Library Parking Lot located at 7421 West National Avenue and the
West Allis Downtown Parking Lot Located Between S. 72nd Street and S. 73rd
Street, North of Greenfield Avenue, in the City of West Allis in the amount of
$847,307.00
Sponsors: Public Works Committee
Attachments: 2019-5 Bid Results
R-2019-0241 Fiscal Note
R-2019-0241 signed
This matter was Adopted on a Block Vote
28. R-2019-0242 Resolution authorizing the Director of Public Works to contract with Westrum Leak
Detection for water system leak detection services in an amount not to exceed
$14,000.
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Sponsors: Public Works Committee
Attachments: water system leak detection agreement
R-2019-0242 signed
signed agreement
This matter was Adopted on a Block Vote
29. R-2019-0243 Resolution authorizing and directing the Director of Public Works to pay for sanitary
sewer lateral repairs at 2408 South 67 Street in the total amount of $10,451.00.
Attachments: sanitary sewer lateral repair 2408 S 67 St
R-2019-0243 signed
Project Agreement Acceptance.signed
This matter was Adopted on a Block Vote
30. R-2019-0244 Resolution authorizing and directing the City Engineer to proceed with the preparation
of plans and specifications and accept bids for the painting and sealing of the railroad
overpass located between W. Greenfield Ave. and W. Lincoln Ave. along S. 108th
Street (WIS 100).
Sponsors: Public Works Committee
Attachments: agreement
R-2019-0244 signed
This matter was Adopted on a Block Vote
31. R-2019-0256 Resolution authorizing the City Engineer to enter into an agreement for reimbursement
from MMSD to fund the disconnection of foundation drains and sanitary lateral
rehabilitations on all 2019 street reconstructions in an amount not to exceed
$690,000.
Attachments: PPII Funding Agreement #7
R-2019-0256 signed
This matter was Adopted on a Block Vote
32. 2019-0197 We Energies communication reaffirming their policy to the City regarding use of and
trespassing on their property or rights-of-way and the concern for illegal dumping of
yard and household materials on their property.
Attachments: WE Energies Comm.
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This matter was Placed on File on a Block Vote
33. 2019-0207 Communication from the City Engineer regarding a Driveway Permit Application at
10901 W. Lapham Street.
Attachments: Memo Driveway Width Kwik Trip
Kwik Trip Driveway Plans
This matter was Approved on a Block Vote
34. R-2019-0234 Resolution to confirm and adopt the report of the City Engineer containing the
schedule of proposed assessments for improvement of the North/South and
East/West Alley between S. 91 St. - S. 92 St., W. Montana Ave. to W. Dakota St.;
North/South Alley between S. 90 St. - S. 91 St., W. Rogers St. to W. Becher St.;
East/West Alley between S. 94 St. - S. 96 St., W. Harding Pl. to W. Cleveland
Ave.; North/South and East/West Alley between S. 77 St. - S. 78 St., Union Pacific
Railroad to W. Hicks St.; and North/South Alley between S. 60 St. - S. 61 St., W.
Greenfield Ave. to W. Orchard St. by removal and reconstruction of the concrete
alley pavement, storm sewer and storm underdrain.
Sponsors: Public Works Committee
Attachments: R-2019-0234 signed
This matter was Adopted on a Block Vote
35. R-2019-0235 Final Resolution authorizing public improvement by removal and reconstruction of the
concrete alley pavement, storm sewer and storm underdrain in North/South and
East/West Alley between S. 91 St. - S. 92 St., W. Montana Ave. to W. Dakota St.;
North/South Alley between S. 90 St. - S. 91 St., W. Rogers St. to W. Becher St.;
East/West Alley between S. 94 St. - S. 96 St., W. Harding Pl. to W. Cleveland
Ave.; North/South and East/West Alley between S. 77 St. - S. 78 St., Union Pacific
Railroad to W. Hicks St.; and North/South Alley between S. 60 St. - S. 61 St., W.
Greenfield Ave. to W. Orchard St. and levying special assessments against benefited
properties.
Sponsors: Public Works Committee
Attachments: R-2019-0235 signed
This matter was Adopted on a Block Vote
37. R-2019-0246 Resolution relative to the Notice of Hearing for the Vacation and Discontinuance of a
portion of unimproved City alley right-of-way between S. 107 St. and S. 108 St.
south of W. Lincoln Ave. and north of W. Hayes Ave.
Sponsors: Safety & Development Committee
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Attachments: Area Maps for Certified Mailing
R-2019-0246 signed
This matter was Adopted on a Block Vote
Passed The Block Vote
A motion was made by Ald. Barczak, seconded by Ald. Vitale, to approve all the actions on the
preceding items on a Block Vote. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 8- Ald. Barczak, Ald. Czaplewski, Ald. Euteneier, Ald. Lajsic, Ald. Reinke, Ald. Roadt, Ald.
Vitale, and Ald. Weigel
No: 0
SAFETY & DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
36. O-2019-0013 Ordinance to repeal and recreate subsection 13.255 of the City of West Allis Revised
Municipal Code, Chapter 13, Building Code; subsection 14.85 of the City of West
Allis Revised Municipal Code, Chapter 14, Electrical Code; and subsection 16.62 of
the City of West Allis Revised Municipal Code, Chapter 16, Plumbing Code, all
relative to permit fees schedules.
Sponsors: Safety & Development Committee
Attachments: O-2019-0013 signed
This matter was Passed on a Block Vote
38. R-2019-0237 Resolution amending the existing professional services contract with AECOM to
provide consulting services relative to stormwater plan reviews in compliance with
DNR NR151 & NR216 and MMSD's Chapter 13 rules for an additional sum not to
exceed $10,000.
Sponsors: Safety & Development Committee
Attachments: 60288373 Amendment #7 - Attachment
R-2019-0237 signed
AECOM Amendment 4-2-19 signed
This matter was Adopted on a Block Vote
39. R-2019-0249 Resolution approving a Certified Survey Map to split the existing parcel located at
1010, 1040, 1126, & 1304 S 70 St. into 2 parcels, submitted by Scott Yauck, d/b/a
Cobalt Partners, LLC (Tax Key No. 439-0001-026).
Sponsors: Safety & Development Committee
Attachments: R-2019-0249 signed
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This matter was Adopted on a Block Vote
40. 2019-0228 Certified Survey Map to split the existing parcel located at 1010, 1040, 1126, &
1304 S 70 St. into 2 parcels, submitted by Scott Yauck, d/b/a Cobalt Partners, LLC
(Tax Key No. 439-0001-026).
Attachments: Application - CSM - Cobalt
CSM - Cobalt
This matter was Placed on File on a Block Vote
41. 2019-0193 Town of Brookfield Notice of Authorization to Participate in a Cooperative Plan to
include territories within the Town of Brookfield and the City of New Berlin.
Attachments: Brookfield comm.
This matter was Placed on File on a Block Vote
42. R-2019-0209 Resolution relative to determination of Special Use Permit for Columbus Club of
West Allis, an existing Catholic fraternal organization, to be located at 7633 W Beloit
Rd.
Sponsors: Safety & Development Committee
Attachments: R-2019-0209 signed
This matter was Adopted As Amended on a Block Vote
43. 2019-0173 Special Use Permit for Columbus Club of West Allis, an existing Catholic fraternal
organization to be located at 7633 W Beloit Rd.
Attachments: Application - Columbus Club
This matter was Placed on File on a Block Vote
44. R-2019-0188 Resolution relative to determination of Special Use Permit for Jose Vidrios Auto
Repair, a proposed auto repair business, to be located within the existing mixed use
building at 5606 W. Burnham.
Sponsors: Safety & Development Committee
Attachments: R-2019-0188 signed
SUP Jose Vidrios Auto Repair signed
Held in Safety & Development Committee during recess.
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45. 2019-0170 Special Use Permit for Jose Vidrios Auto Repair, a proposed auto repair business to
be located within the existing mixed use building at 5606 W. Burnham St.
Attachments: Application - Jose Vidrios Auto Repair
Held in Safety & Development Committee during recess.
46. R-2019-0245 Resolution relative to determination of Special Use Permit for Bonita’s, a proposed
restaurant to be located at 1412 S. 73 St., submitted by Fernando Walker, applicant,
and Dan Beyer, architect.
Sponsors: Safety & Development Committee
Held in Safety & Development Committee during recess.
47. 2019-0226 Special Use Permit for Bonita’s, a proposed restaurant to be located at 1412 S. 73
St., submitted by Fernando Walker, applicant, and Dan Beyer, architect.
Attachments: Application - Bonita's
Held in Safety & Development Committee during recess.
48. O-2019-0012 Ordinance to amend the Official West Allis Zoning Map by removing the PDD-2,
Commercial Overlay District from Lot 1 of the property located at 1010, 1040,
1126, & 1304 S 70 St.
Sponsors: Safety & Development Committee
Attachments: O-2019-0012 signed
This matter was Passed on a Block Vote
49. 2019-0227 Request for an Ordinance to amend the Official West Allis Zoning Map by removing
the PDD-2, Commercial Overlay District from Lot 1 of the property located at 1010,
1040, 1126, and 1304 S. 70 St., submitted by Scott Yauck of Cobalt Partners,
LLC.
Attachments: Application - PDD Removal - Cobalt
This matter was Placed on File on a Block Vote
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: 8- Ald. Barczak, Ald. Czaplewski, Ald. Euteneier, Ald. Lajsic, Ald. Reinke, Ald. Roadt, Ald.
Vitale, and Ald. Weigel
No: 0
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LICENSE & HEALTH COMMITTEE
50. 2019-0206 Communication from Pabitra Halder, State Fair Liquor & Food Inc., premises
located at 9127 W. Lincoln Ave. regarding d/b/a name change from State Fair Liquor
& Food Mart to State Fair Food & Liquor Mart.
Attachments: State Fair Food & Liquor comm.
This matter was Placed on File on a Block Vote
51. 2019-0217 License Applications.
Secondhand Article Dealer License applications 2019-2020:
• A-1 Furniture, Robert A. Leary, 5601 W. National Ave.
• Game Stop #569, Paul A. Boyajian, District Mgr, Game Stop, Inc.,
6838 W. Greenfield Ave.
• Military Collectibles Shop, Jerry Dutscheck, 9707 W. Greenfield Ave.
• Record Head, Scott A. Heifetz, Agent, Record Head Corporation, 7045 W.
Greenfield Ave.
• Resale & Oddities, Eric L. Haugen, 7415 W. Becher St.
• Shallow Jewelers, Dean P. Shallow, Agent, Shallow Jewelers Inc., 8919 W.
Greenfield Ave.
• Shorty’s Shooting Sports, Michael G. Govas, 2192 S. 60 St.
Secondhand Jewelry Dealer License renewal application 2019-2020:
• Shallow Jewelers, Dean P. Shallow, Agent, Shallow Jewelers Inc., 8919 W.
Greenfield Ave.
Used Vehicle Dealer License renewal application 2019-2020
• Autoplex of Milwaukee, Patricia Ortiz, Manager, Autoplex of Milwaukee, LLC,
7623 W. Greenfield Ave.
Special Class B Beer & Wine License application 2018-2019:
• Holy Assumption Church, 1531 S. 71 St.
Chicken Dinner
April 14, 2019, 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (1st application, beer and wine)
• Downtown West Allis Inc., 7231 W. Greenfield Ave.
12th Annual West Allis A la Carte
Sunday, June 2, 2019, Noon to 6:00 p.m. (1st application, beer)
Adult-Oriented Establishment Operator Permit Applications 2018-2019:
• Bradley, Charlene N.;
• Oulliam, Niteavia D.
Operator’s License (bartender/sales clerk) applications 2018-2019 and
2018-2020:
Ameen, Devan L;
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Bilot, Jamie, L; Bromley, Mary L;
Brumer, Jennifer M;
Dixon, Lucas G;
Grenz, Megan E; Guerrero Arias, Euddy;
Patel, Bhogilal H; Presti, Melissa;
Rapee, Megan A;
Schoenbach, Amanda N; Sheahan, Amelia J;
Sizemore Michael D;
Tesmer, Maya N; Torees-LeSieur, Fidias; and
Taormina, Giovanni C;
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. Lajsic, to approve all the actions on the
preceding items on a Block Vote. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 8- Ald. Barczak, Ald. Czaplewski, Ald. Euteneier, Ald. Lajsic, Ald. Reinke, Ald. Roadt, Ald.
Vitale, and Ald. Weigel
No: 0
ADVISORY COMMITTEE
None.
N. ADJOURNMENT
A motion was made by Ald. Lajsic, seconded by Ald. Vitale, to adjourn at 8:20 p.m., with the next
regularly scheduled meeting to be held on April 16, 2019, at 7:00 p.m. The motion carried
unanimously.
/s/ Steven A. Braatz, Jr., City Clerk
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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
Monday, April 1, 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-2019-0234 Resolution to confirm and adopt the report of the City Engineer containing the schedule
of proposed assessments for improvement of the North/South and East/West Alley
between S. 91 St. - S. 92 St., W. Montana Ave. to W. Dakota St.; North/South Alley
between S. 90 St. - S. 91 St., W. Rogers St. to W. Becher St.; East/West Alley
between S. 94 St. - S. 96 St., W. Harding Pl. to W. Cleveland Ave.; North/South and
East/West Alley between S. 77 St. - S. 78 St., Union Pacific Railroad to W. Hicks St.;
and North/South Alley between S. 60 St. - S. 61 St., W. Greenfield Ave. to W.
Orchard St. by removal and reconstruction of the concrete alley pavement, storm sewer
and storm underdrain.
2. R-2019-0209 Resolution relative to determination of Special Use Permit for Columbus Club of West
Allis, an existing Catholic fraternal organization, to be located at 7633 W Beloit Rd.
3. R-2019-0188 Resolution relative to determination of Special Use Permit for Jose Vidrios Auto Repair,
a proposed auto repair business, to be located within the existing mixed use building at
5606 W. Burnham.
4. R-2019-0245 Resolution relative to determination of Special Use Permit for Bonita’s, a proposed
restaurant to be located at 1412 S. 73 St., submitted by Fernando Walker, applicant,
and Dan Beyer, architect.
5. O-2019-0012 Ordinance to amend the Official West Allis Zoning Map by removing the PDD-2,
Commercial Overlay District from Lot 1 of the property located at 1010, 1040, 1126, &
1304 S 70 St.
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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
6. 2019-0218 Minutes (draft) of the Common Council Regular meeting of March 19, 2019 and special
meeting of March 21, 2019.
J. ITEMS NOT REFERRED TO COMMITTEE
7. 2019-0220 Erie Insurance Notice of Claim relative to Andrea Kische, vehicle damages allegedly
sustained at624 S. 92 St., on February 26, 2019.
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8. 2019-0221 Andrea Kische Notice of Claim relative to vehicle damages allegedly sustained at 624 S.
92 St. on February 26, 2019.
9. 2019-0222 Stacey Medved Notice of Claim relative to property damages allegedly sustained at
7112 W. Beloit Rd. on November 30, 2018.
10. 2019-0223 David A. Madaus Notice of Claim relative to vehicle damages allegedly sustained at W.
National Ave and S. 69 St. on February 17, 2019.
11. 2019-0224 Summons and Complaint in the matter of Beloit Rd. Senior Apts., LLC vs. Judy Mayer,
et al, regarding the discontinuance of housing assistance payments, Case No.
2019C006827.
12. 2019-0225 Mark Zaffke Notice of Injury allegedly sustained at 7234 W. Becher St. on March 8,
2019.
K. STANDING COMMITTEE REPORTS
LICENSE & HEALTH COMMITTEE
Regular meeting held on March 26, 2019. (Ald. Weigel excused).
13. 2019-0167 Police Department Report involving Bug N Out, 5630 W. Lincoln Ave., Amy Elizabeth
Burns. Incident Date: February 23, 2019. (Provisional Tavern Operator’s License of
Melissa Presti issued January 15, 2019.)
Unanimously recommended to be placed on file.
14. 2019-0194 Police Department Report involving Melissa L. Presti, 2018-2019 Provisional Tavern
Operator’s License of Melissa Presti issued January 15, 2019, (Bug N Out, 5630 W.
Lincoln Ave.). Incident Date: February 23, 2019.
Unanimously recommended to be placed on file.
15. 2019-0135 2018-2020 Operator’s License (bartender/sales clerk) application no. 20-600 of
Amanda Rae Praefke.
Unanimously recommended to be approved.
16. 2019-0059 2018-2019 Operator’s License (bartender/sales clerk) application no. 19-566 of
Shyanna N. Her.
Unanimously recommended to be denied based on two (2) nonappearances.
17. 2019-0182 2018-2019 Operator’s License (bartender/sales clerk) application no. 19-584 of Derek
J. Czarnecki.
Recommended to be approved by the following vote
Ayes: 3 – Alderpersons Czaplewski, Haas, &Roadt
No: 1 – Alderperson May
L. COMMON COUNCIL RECESS
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M. NEW AND PREVIOUS MATTERS
ADMINISTRATION & FINANCE COMMITTEE
New Matters for Introduction
18. O-2019-0014 Ordinance to amend Salary Ordinance No. O-2018-0027 and establishing the pay for
Crossing Guards in the Miscellaneous Pay Scale.
19. O-2019-0015 Ordinance to repeal Section 2.25(3)(b) and to amend Section 2.52(4)(h) of the City of
West Allis Revised Municipal Code regarding the creation of Farmers Market
Committee fees.
20. R-2019-0252 Resolution approving a $700,000 loan to the City of West Allis from First-Ring
Industrial Redevelopment Enterprise Inc. (FIRE) to assist in financing the West Quarter
West, LLC and West Quarter East, LLC on S. 70th St.
21. R-2019-0253 Resolution to approve a Commercial Façade Improvement Contract by and between the
City of West Allis and Developing DTWA LLC, property owner for the property
located at 7311-13-15 W. Greenfield Ave., in an amount up to $57,082.
22. R-2019-0255 Resolution amending the 2019 Schedule of Fees for the City of West Allis related to
Farmers Market Fees.
23. 2019-0204 CasTech, Inc. 6325 W. National Ave., communication regarding permanent elimination
of four (4) employees on May 20, 2019 thru permanent closure on June 3, 2019.
24. 2019-0205 Motor Castings Company, 1323 S. 65 St., communication regarding permanent
elimination of one hundred thirteen (113) employees on May 20, 2019 thru permanent
closure on June 3, 2019.
PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE
New Matters for Introduction
25. R-2019-0236 Resolution authorizing a Professional Service Contract with KL Engineering, Inc. for
Engineering Consulting Services to prepare a Street Lighting Conversion Plan for the
City of West Allis for an amount not to exceed $25,000.
26. R-2019-0239 Resolution to approve bid of LaLonde Contractors, Inc. for the installation of concrete
curb and gutter, concrete pavement, concrete sidewalk, driveway replacement, sanitary
sewer relay, storm sewer, storm sewer relay, water main relay, building services, street
lighting and utility adjustments in S. 80th St. from W. Greenfield Ave. to W. National
Ave. and S. 75th St. from North of W. Walker St. to W. Washington St., in the amount
of $3,513,725.84.
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27. R-2019-0241 Resolution to approve bid of Poblocki Paving Corporation for the construction of an
asphalt parking lot, permeable interlocking concrete pavement system, concrete curb and
gutter, storm sewer, pavement marking, landscaping and utility adjustments in the West
Allis Public Library Parking Lot located at 7421 West National Avenue and the West
Allis Downtown Parking Lot Located Between S. 72nd Street and S. 73rd Street,
North of Greenfield Avenue, in the City of West Allis in the amount of $847,307.00
28. R-2019-0242 Resolution authorizing the Director of Public Works to contract with Westrum Leak
Detection for water system leak detection services in an amount not to exceed $14,000.
29. R-2019-0243 Resolution authorizing and directing the Director of Public Works to pay for sanitary
sewer lateral repairs at 2408 South 67 Street in the total amount of $10,451.00.
30. R-2019-0244 Resolution authorizing and directing the City Engineer to proceed with the preparation of
plans and specifications and accept bids for the painting and sealing of the railroad
overpass located between W. Greenfield Ave. and W. Lincoln Ave. along S. 108th
Street (WIS 100).
31. R-2019-0256 Resolution authorizing the City Engineer to enter into an agreement for reimbursement
from MMSD to fund the disconnection of foundation drains and sanitary lateral
rehabilitations on all 2019 street reconstructions in an amount not to exceed $690,000.
32. 2019-0197 We Energies communication reaffirming their policy to the City regarding use of and
trespassing on their property or rights-of-way and the concern for illegal dumping of yard
and household materials on their property.
33. 2019-0207 Communication from the City Engineer regarding a Driveway Permit Application at
10901 W. Lapham Street.
Public Hearing Items (Public Works Committee)
34. R-2019-0234 Resolution to confirm and adopt the report of the City Engineer containing the schedule
of proposed assessments for improvement of the North/South and East/West Alley
between S. 91 St. - S. 92 St., W. Montana Ave. to W. Dakota St.; North/South Alley
between S. 90 St. - S. 91 St., W. Rogers St. to W. Becher St.; East/West Alley
between S. 94 St. - S. 96 St., W. Harding Pl. to W. Cleveland Ave.; North/South and
East/West Alley between S. 77 St. - S. 78 St., Union Pacific Railroad to W. Hicks St.;
and North/South Alley between S. 60 St. - S. 61 St., W. Greenfield Ave. to W.
Orchard St. by removal and reconstruction of the concrete alley pavement, storm sewer
and storm underdrain.
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35. R-2019-0235 Final Resolution authorizing public improvement by removal and reconstruction of the
concrete alley pavement, storm sewer and storm underdrain in North/South and
East/West Alley between S. 91 St. - S. 92 St., W. Montana Ave. to W. Dakota St.;
North/South Alley between S. 90 St. - S. 91 St., W. Rogers St. to W. Becher St.;
East/West Alley between S. 94 St. - S. 96 St., W. Harding Pl. to W. Cleveland Ave.;
North/South and East/West Alley between S. 77 St. - S. 78 St., Union Pacific Railroad
to W. Hicks St.; and North/South Alley between S. 60 St. - S. 61 St., W. Greenfield
Ave. to W. Orchard St. and levying special assessments against benefited properties.
SAFETY & DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
New Matters for Introduction
36. O-2019-0013 Ordinance to repeal and recreate subsection 13.255 of the City of West Allis Revised
Municipal Code, Chapter 13, Building Code; subsection 14.85 of the City of West Allis
Revised Municipal Code, Chapter 14, Electrical Code; and subsection 16.62 of the City
of West Allis Revised Municipal Code, Chapter 16, Plumbing Code, all relative to
permit fees schedules.
37. R-2019-0246 Resolution relative to the Notice of Hearing for the Vacation and Discontinuance of a
portion of unimproved City alley right-of-way between S. 107 St. and S. 108 St. south
of W. Lincoln Ave. and north of W. Hayes Ave.
38. R-2019-0237 Resolution amending the existing professional services contract with AECOM to provide
consulting services relative to stormwater plan reviews in compliance with DNR NR151
& NR216 and MMSD's Chapter 13 rules for an additional sum not to exceed $10,000.
39. R-2019-0249 Resolution approving a Certified Survey Map to split the existing parcel located at 1010,
1040, 1126, & 1304 S 70 St. into 2 parcels, submitted by Scott Yauck, d/b/a Cobalt
Partners, LLC (Tax Key No. 439-0001-026).
40. 2019-0228 Certified Survey Map to split the existing parcel located at 1010, 1040, 1126, & 1304 S
70 St. into 2 parcels, submitted by Scott Yauck, d/b/a Cobalt Partners, LLC (Tax Key
No. 439-0001-026).
41. 2019-0193 Town of Brookfield Notice of Authorization to Participate in a Cooperative Plan to
include territories within the Town of Brookfield and the City of New Berlin.
Public Hearing Items (Safety & Development Committee)
42. R-2019-0209 Resolution relative to determination of Special Use Permit for Columbus Club of West
Allis, an existing Catholic fraternal organization, to be located at 7633 W Beloit Rd.
43. 2019-0173 Special Use Permit for Columbus Club of West Allis, an existing Catholic fraternal
organization to be located at 7633 W Beloit Rd.
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44. R-2019-0188 Resolution relative to determination of Special Use Permit for Jose Vidrios Auto Repair,
a proposed auto repair business, to be located within the existing mixed use building at
5606 W. Burnham.
45. 2019-0170 Special Use Permit for Jose Vidrios Auto Repair, a proposed auto repair business to be
located within the existing mixed use building at 5606 W. Burnham St.
46. R-2019-0245 Resolution relative to determination of Special Use Permit for Bonita’s, a proposed
restaurant to be located at 1412 S. 73 St., submitted by Fernando Walker, applicant,
and Dan Beyer, architect.
47. 2019-0226 Special Use Permit for Bonita’s, a proposed restaurant to be located at 1412 S. 73 St.,
submitted by Fernando Walker, applicant, and Dan Beyer, architect.
48. O-2019-0012 Ordinance to amend the Official West Allis Zoning Map by removing the PDD-2,
Commercial Overlay District from Lot 1 of the property located at 1010, 1040, 1126, &
1304 S 70 St.
49. 2019-0227 Request for an Ordinance to amend the Official West Allis Zoning Map by removing the
PDD-2, Commercial Overlay District from Lot 1 of the property located at 1010, 1040,
1126, and 1304 S. 70 St., submitted by Scott Yauck of Cobalt Partners, LLC.
LICENSE & HEALTH COMMITTEE
New Matters for Introduction
50. 2019-0206 Communication from Pabitra Halder, State Fair Liquor & Food Inc., premises located at
9127 W. Lincoln Ave. regarding d/b/a name change from State Fair Liquor & Food
Mart to State Fair Food & Liquor Mart.
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51. 2019-0217 License Applications.
Secondhand Article Dealer License applications 2019-2020:
• A-1 Furniture, Robert A. Leary, 5601 W. National Ave.
• Game Stop #569, Paul A. Boyajian, District Mgr, Game Stop, Inc.,
6838 W. Greenfield Ave.
• Military Collectibles Shop, Jerry Dutscheck, 9707 W. Greenfield Ave.
• Record Head, Scott A. Heifetz, Agent, Record Head Corporation, 7045 W. Greenfield Ave.
• Resale & Oddities, Eric L. Haugen, 7415 W. Becher St.
• Shallow Jewelers, Dean P. Shallow, Agent, Shallow Jewelers Inc., 8919 W. Greenfield Ave.
• Shorty’s Shooting Sports, Michael G. Govas, 2192 S. 60 St.
Secondhand Jewelry Dealer License renewal application 2019-2020:
• Shallow Jewelers, Dean P. Shallow, Agent, Shallow Jewelers Inc., 8919 W. Greenfield Ave.
Used Vehicle Dealer License renewal application 2019-2020
• Autoplex of Milwaukee, Patricia Ortiz, Manager, Autoplex of Milwaukee, LLC,
7623 W. Greenfield Ave.
Special Class B Beer & Wine License application 2018-2019:
• Holy Assumption Church, 1531 S. 71 St.
Chicken Dinner
April 14, 2019, 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (1st application, beer and wine)
• Downtown West Allis Inc., 7231 W. Greenfield Ave.
12th Annual West Allis A la Carte
Sunday, June 2, 2019, Noon to 6:00 p.m. (1st application, beer)
Adult-Oriented Establishment Operator Permit Applications 2018-2019:
• Bradley, Charlene N.;
• Oulliam, Niteavia D.
Operator’s License (bartender/sales clerk) applications 2018-2019 and 2018-2020:
Ameen, Devan L;
Bilot, Jamie, L; Bromley, Mary L;
Brumer, Jennifer M;
Dixon, Lucas G;
Grenz, Megan E; Guerrero Arias, Euddy;
Patel, Bhogilal H; Presti, Melissa;
Rapee, Megan A;
Schoenbach, Amanda N; Sheahan, Amelia J;
Sizemore Michael D;
Tesmer, Maya N; Torees-LeSieur, Fidias; and
Taormina, Giovanni C;
ADVISORY COMMITTEE
None.
N. ADJOURNMENT
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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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