Common Council
Regular MeetingWest Allis, WI · May 21, 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, Kevin Haass, Michael P. May, Rosalie L. Reinke,
Daniel J. Roadt, Tracy Stefanski, Vincent Vitale, and Martin J. Weigel
Tuesday, May 21, 2019 7:13 PM City Hall Common Council Chambers
7525 W. Greenfield Avenue
REGULAR MEETING
A. CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Devine at 7:13 p.m.
B. ROLL CALL
Present 10 - Ald. Barczak, Ald. Czaplewski, Ald. May, Ald. Haass, Ald. Lajsic, Ald. Reinke, Ald. Roadt,
Ald. Stefanski, Ald. Vitale, and Ald. Weigel
C. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Ald. May.
D. PUBLIC HEARINGS
1. R-2019-0355 Resolution approving 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: Public Works Committee
Attachments: Description & Location
R-2019-0355 signed
Explanation by Peter Daniels, City Engineer.
Appearances: None.
Public Hearing Held
E. CITIZEN PARTICIPATION
None.
F. ANNOUNCEMENT OF RECESS MEETINGS OF STANDING COMMITTEES
Mayor Devine announced that the following standing Committees would meet during
recess: Administration & Finance, Public Works, Safety & Development, License &
Health, and Advisory.
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G. MAYOR'S REPORT
Mayor Devine reminded everyone about the West Allis Ala Carte schedule for June 2.
H. ALDERPERSON'S REPORT
None.
I. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
2. 2019-0363 Minutes (draft) of the Common Council Regular meeting of May 7, 2019.
Attachments: 050719 CC Minutes.draft
A motion was made by Ald. Lajsic, seconded by Ald. Vitale, that this matter be Approved. The
motion carried unanimously.
J. ITEMS NOT REFERRED TO COMMITTEE
3. 2019-0331 Report of the Municipal Judge for the month of April 2019, consisting of all fines,
costs and fees collected by the City of West Allis in the sum of $146,421.47.
Attachments: Municipal Judge April 2019
This matter was Placed on File on a Block Vote
4. 2019-0329 Claim by Tauntila Russell and Frederick Jackson regarding damage vehicle at
Wildwood and Montana on 104th Street on May 1, 2019.
Attachments: Tauntila Russell and Frederick Jackson
This matter was Referred for Legal Action to the City Attorney on a Block Vote.
5. 2019-0330 Claim by Andi Lushi regarding damage to property at 7726 W. Becher Street on
March 8, 2019.
Attachments: Claim - Andi Lushi 5-21-19
This matter was Referred for Legal Action to the City Attorney on a Block Vote.
6. 2019-0347 Claim by Jacob Pogorzelski regarding damages to property at 3165 S. Toldt
Parkway on April 21, 2019.
Attachments: 2019-0347 Claim - Jacob Pogorzelski 5-17-2019
This matter was Referred for Legal Action to the City Attorney on a Block Vote.
Passed The Block Vote
A motion was made by 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.
L. COMMON COUNCIL RECESS
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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 7:18 p.m. Upon returning from recess at
8:39 p.m., and the roll call being taken, there were:
Present 10 - Ald. Barczak, Ald. Czaplewski, Ald. May, Ald. Haass, Ald. Lajsic, Ald. Reinke, Ald. Roadt,
Ald. Stefanski, Ald. Vitale, and Ald. Weigel
M. NEW AND PREVIOUS MATTERS
ADMINISTRATION & FINANCE COMMITTEE
New Matters for Introduction
7. R-2019-0346 Resolution approving an Intergovernmental Cooperation Agreement between the City
of West Allis (“City”) and the Wisconsin State Fair Park Board (“Board”) for first
aid, first response, and emergency transport for the 2019 and 2020 State Fair
seasons.
Sponsors: Administration & Finance Committee
Attachments: State Fair EMS Contract 2019-20
R-2019-0346 signed
Signed - State Fair EMS Contract 2019-20
This matter was Adopted As Amended on a Block Vote
8. R-2019-0347 Resolution to authorize the allocation of an amount not to exceed $3,300 for pay for
exceptional performance for Municipal Court personnel.
Sponsors: Administration & Finance Committee
Attachments: R-2019-0347 signed
This matter was Adopted on a Block Vote
9. R-2019-0351 Resolution relative to approval of the Employment Contract for the position of Health
Commissioner with Robert Leischow.
Sponsors: Administration & Finance Committee
Attachments: Health Commissioner Employment Contract
R-2019-0351 signed
This matter was Adopted on a Block Vote
10. R-2019-0356 Resolution to amend City of West Allis Policies & Procedures Manual Policy No.
1110, Creating, Maintaining, and Administering Pay Ranges, including amending the
title to “Compensation and Pay Administration”.
Sponsors: Administration & Finance Committee
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Attachments: Policy #1110 - Amended Copy
Policy #1110 - Updated Copy (Clean)
R-2019-0356 signed
This matter was Adopted on a Block Vote
11. R-2019-0359 Resolution to approve a Use Agreement between the City of West Allis (“City”) and
the West Allis-West Milwaukee Recreation and Community Services Department of
the School District of West Allis-West Milwaukee, et al. (“Department”) for use of
McKinley Park.
Sponsors: Administration & Finance Committee
Attachments: McKinley Park Use Agreement
Held in Adminstration & Finance Committee during recess.
12. 2019-0332 Finance Director/Comptroller submitting report for April 2019 indicating City of West
Allis checks issued in the amount of $2,746,720.54.
Attachments: April 2019 Monthly Claims Report to CC
This matter was Placed on File on a Block Vote
13. 2019-0370 Discussion regarding possible opioid manufacturer litigation using outside counsel.
Held in Adminstration & Finance Committee during recess.
Previous Matters for Consideration
14. 2018-0977 Peter Troia Notice of Claim regarding vehicle damages allegedly sustained at Root
River Pkwy and W. Oklahoma Ave. on April 6, 2017.
Attachments: Peter Troia
Claim Report - Troia and AmFam
S & C Peter J. Troia et al 5-15-19
Held in Administration & Finance Committee during recess.
15. 2018-0693 Summons and Complaint in the matter of Felker Family, LP vs. City of West Allis
regarding money judgment. Case No. 2018CV004472.
Attachments: Felker Family LP Claim
Held in Administration & Finance Committee during recess.
City Attorney Claim Report
16. 2019-0030 Virginia D. Paszek Notice of Claim regarding personal property damages allegedly
sustained at 7126 W. Lincoln Avenue on December 5, 2018.
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Attachments: 2019-0030 Claim - Virginia D. Paszak 01-10-2019
Claims Report-May 2019
This matter was Placed on File on a Block Vote
17. 2019-0082 Claim by Tiffany Salazar regarding damage to vehicle at 1958 S. 55th Street on
January 27, 2019.
Attachments: Claim - Tiffany Salazar 02-18-2019
Claims Report-May 2019
This matter was Placed on File on a Block Vote
18. 2019-0183 Claim by Joshua Rodriguez regarding damage to vehicle at 935 S. 111 St. on January
19, 2019.
Attachments: 2019-0183 Claim - Joshua Rodriguez 03-13-2019 redacted
Claims Report-May 2019
This matter was Placed on File on a Block Vote
19. 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 Denied on a Block Vote
20. 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 Placed on File 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. May, Ald. Haass, Ald. Lajsic, Ald. Reinke, Ald. Roadt,
Ald. Stefanski, Ald. Vitale, and Ald. Weigel
No: 0
PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE
21. R-2019-0316 Resolution Approving an Agreement between the City of West Allis and the
Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District (MMSD) to receive $89,000 in funding
through the MMSD Green Solutions Program for the installation of Green
Infrastructure in the West Allis Business Improvement District Municipal Parking Lot.
Sponsors: Public Works Committee
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Attachments: West Allis Downtown Parking Lot G98005P33
R-2019-0316
This matter was Adopted on a Block Vote
22. R-2019-0306 Resolution accepting work of Langer Roofing & Sheet Metal, Inc. for the roof
replacement at the West Allis Police Department located at 11301 West Lincoln
Avenue in the City of West Allis and authorizing and directing settlement of said
contract in accordance with contract terms for final payment of 2014 Project No. 13
in the amount of $500.00 of the $290,747.00 total project cost.
Sponsors: Public Works Committee
Attachments: R-2019-0306 signed
This matter was Adopted on a Block Vote
23. R-2019-0317 Resolution accepting work of Visu-Sewer, Inc. for the installation of sanitary and
storm sewer lining, sanitary sewer spot lining, sanitary sewer grouting and sanitary
manhole lining and grouting at various locations throughout City of West Allis and
authorizing and directing settlement of said contract in accordance with contract terms
for final payment of 2017 Project No. 24 in the amount of $500.00 of the
$227,760.25 total project cost.
Sponsors: Public Works Committee
Attachments: R-2019-0317 signed
This matter was Adopted on a Block Vote
24. R-2019-0321 Resolution accepting work of American Sewer Services, Inc. for the installation of
concrete curb and gutter, concrete pavement, concrete sidewalk, driveway
replacement, sanitary sewer relay, water main relay, building services and utility
adjustments in South 57th Street from West National Avenue to West Lapham Street
in the City of West Allis and authorizing and directing settlement of said contract in
accordance with contract terms for final payment of 2017 Project No. 5 in the
amount of $16,494.65 of the $923,886.25 total project cost.
Sponsors: Public Works Committee
Attachments: R-2019-0321 signed
This matter was Adopted on a Block Vote
25. 2019-0066 Deliberating the repair or replacement of the Public Works Facility currently located
at 6300 West McGeoch Avenue.
Held in Public Works Committee during recess.
26. R-2019-0355 Resolution approving 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.
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Sponsors: Public Works Committee
Attachments: Description & Location
R-2019-0355 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: 10 - Ald. Barczak, Ald. Czaplewski, Ald. May, Ald. Haass, Ald. Lajsic, Ald. Reinke, Ald. Roadt,
Ald. Stefanski, Ald. Vitale, and Ald. Weigel
No: 0
SAFETY & DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
27. R-2019-0352 Resolution approving a Certified Survey Map to consolidate 2 lots into 1 lot,
submitted by Tu Tan Nguyen d/b/a Ilura LLC, on behalf of Chau Vo. (Tax Key Nos.
444-0511-001 and 444-0513-000).
Sponsors: Safety & Development Committee
Attachments: R-2019-0352 signed
This matter was Adopted on a Block Vote
28. 2019-0368 Certified Survey Map to consolidate 2 lots into 1 lot, submitted by Tu Tan Nguyen
d/b/a Ilura LLC, on behalf of Chau Vo. (Tax Key Nos. 444-0511-001 and
444-0513-000).
Attachments: CSM- Pho Saigon- 10532 W Greenfield
This matter was Placed on File on a Block Vote
29. 2019-0366 Special Use Permit for a proposed beer garden, to be located at 6800 W Becher St.
Attachments: Application-Beer Garden-6800 W Becher
Lutz Beer and Coffee Bar (SUP-SLA)
Held in Safety & Development during recess.
30. 2019-0367 Special Use Permit for a proposed Community Based Residential Facility to replace
the existing office building located at 8410 W. Cleveland Ave.
Attachments: Application- CBRF- 8410 W Cleveland
Community Based Residential Facility (SUP-SLA)
Held in Safety & Development during recess.
31. 2019-0369 Special Use Permit for Holiday Inn Express, a proposed hotel, to be located at
10201 West Lincoln Ave.
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Attachments: Application - Holiday Inn Express
Holiday Inn Express(SUP-SLA)
Held in Safety & Development during recess.
Passed The Block Vote
A motion was made by Ald. Lajsic, seconded by Ald. Stefanski, 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. May, Ald. Haass, Ald. Lajsic, Ald. Reinke, Ald. Roadt,
Ald. Stefanski, Ald. Vitale, and Ald. Weigel
No: 0
LICENSE & HEALTH COMMITTEE
32. 2019-0372 2018-2019 Class B Tavern Special Event Permit application no. 26 of Weigel’s
Hillcrest, Inc., Martin Weigel, Agent, d/b/a Benno’s Genuine Bar & Grill, 7413 W.
Greenfield Ave. for West Allis Ala Carte, from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., on June 2,
2019. 40’ x 40’ extension of licensed premises in front of business. (First (1st)
permit application for 2018-2019.)
A motion was made by Ald. Czaplewski, seconded by Ald. Reinke, that this matter was Approved.
The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 9- Ald. Barczak, Ald. Czaplewski, Ald. May, Ald. Haass, Ald. Lajsic, Ald. Reinke, Ald. Roadt,
Ald. Stefanski, and Ald. Vitale
No: 0
Abstain: 1- Ald. Weigel
33. 2019-0360 2019-2020 Class B Tavern Special Event Permit application no. 4 of K & M of
West Allis, Inc., Richard Branski, Agent, d/b/a Hanke’s, 6101 W. Lincoln Ave., for a
Bar Party - BBQ to be held on Saturday, August 17, 2019, 10:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.
(Food). (First (1st) permit application for the 2019-2020 license year.)
This matter was Approved on a Block Vote.
34. 2019-0359 License applications.
Amusement and/or Phonograph Distributor’s License applications 2019-2020
• Blondie Enterprises LLC, Lynn Jeske
• Hometown Management, Inc., Gregory J. Manske
• Mitchell Novelty Co., Ralph Fleege
• National Entertainment Network LLC, Tony Bender
• Reggie’s Amusements LLC, Reginald Zeniecki
• SNC, Inc., Southern Novelty Co, Patrick Modl
• Suburban Vending Co., Inc., Michael J. Eppler
• Wisconsin P & P Amusement, Inc., Michael Weigel, Agent
Arcade License applications 2019-2020
• CEC Entertainment, d/b/a Chuck E. Cheese #843,
Brandon J. Kuffer, Manager, 2990 S. 108 St.
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Carnival Permit application 2019-2020
• St. Augustine Parish, 6762 W. Rogers St.
July 12 and 13, 2019 (4:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.)
July 14, 2019 (11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.)
Operator’s Licenses (bartender/sales clerk) applications 2019-2020
• Gildersleeve, Elizabeth
• Neitman, John S.
• Raul, Zuniga
• Stein, Tara
Operator’s Licenses (bartender/sales clerk) applications 2019-2021
• Krejci, Sedalia
Secondhand Article Dealer applications 2019-2020
• As New Resale LLC, As New Resale,
Nicole Fernhaber, Agent, 5825 W. National Ave.
• Bob’s Coins & Hobbies, LLC, Bob’s Coins & Hobbies,
Sherry Grainger, 3050 S. 92 St.
• Boring Bob, Robert E. Thimm, 7829 W. Greenfield Ave.
• Milwaukee Sewing Machine Co., Inc., Donald L. Minch, Jr.,
7226 W. Greenfield Ave.
• PR Novelty, Paul Dorobialski, 8707 W. Greenfield Ave.
• The Shooters Shop, Inc., Kevin Nugent, 2465 S. 84 St.
• Within Reason Resale and Consignment LLC,
Within Reason Resale and Consignment, Karlene Clark,
7532 W. Becher St.
Secondhand Jewelry Dealer applications 2019-2020
• Diane’s Designs, Diane G. Latinovich, 7344 W. Greenfield Ave.
• J.P. Haase Jewelers, Inc., Joseph Haase, 1431 S. 108 St.
Special Class B Beer & Wine License applications 2019-2020
• St. Augustine Parish, 6762 W. Rogers St.
Festival
July 12 and 13, 2019 (4:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.)
July 14, 2019 (11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.)
(1st application, beer and wine for 2019-2020 license year)
Special Instrumental Music Permit 2018-2019
• Studz Pub, 6833 W. National Ave., Dean Ratas
Event Date: June 15, 2019, from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
D.J. Music
This matter was Approved subject to the necessary requirement(s) on a Block Vote
35. 2019-0361 Request from St. Augustine Parish to waive the Carnival Permit’s Surety Bond
requirement for the St. Augustine Parish Festival to be held July 12, 2019 - July 14,
2019.
Attachments: St. Augustine Parish request
This matter was Approved on a Block Vote
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36. 2019-0348 Police Department Report regarding tavern violations/calls for service for the month of
April 2019.
This matter was Placed on File on a Block Vote
37. 2019-0353 Police Department Report regarding March 2019 Tavern and Wisconsin Clean Air
Act Smoking Ban compliance checks resulting and April 2019 Tobacco compliance
checks with no violations being reported.
This matter was Placed on File on a Block Vote
38. 2019-0354 Police Department Report involving Paulie’s Pub & Eatery, 8031 W. Greenfield
Ave., Paulie’s Pub & Eatery, LLC, Kristine M. Budiac, Agent, Incident Date: April
13, 2019.
This matter was Placed on File on a Block Vote
39. 2019-0355 Police Department Report involving The Alibi, 6540 W. Grant St., Alibi Taverns
LLC, Patrick R. Kosidowski, Agent, Incident Date: April 21, 2019.
This matter was Placed on File on a Block Vote
40. 2019-0349 Police Department Report relative to the April 17, 2019 Tavern Compliance Checks
involving ten (10) West Allis businesses, resulting with four (4) selling alcohol to an
underage person without requesting identification (Stallywood LLC, Robert
Anderson, Agent, d/b/a Stallywood, premises located at 6827 W. National Avenue)
(Licensed Operator (bartender/sales clerk): Frank M. Kiewit).
Held in License & Health Committee during recess.
41. 2019-0350 Police Department Report relative to the April 17, 2019 Tavern Compliance Checks
involving ten (10) West Allis businesses, resulting with four (4) selling alcohol to an
underage person without requesting identification (DHV Enterprises, LLC, Melissa
A. Schrubbe, Agent, d/b/a Dog House, premises located at 1641 S. 68 St.)
(Unlicensed Operator (bartender/sales clerk: Amanda N. Schoenbach).
Held in License & Health Committee during recess.
42. 2019-0351 Police Department Report relative to the April 17, 2019 Tavern Compliance Checks
involving ten (10) West Allis businesses, resulting with four (4) selling alcohol to an
underage person without requesting identification (ARH Enterprises, LLC, Hugo
Juarez, Agent, d/b/a Las Palmas, premises located at 1901 S. 60 Street). (Unlicensed
Operator (bartender/sales clerk: Stephanie Mendez Castro).
Held in License & Health Committee during recess.
43. 2019-0352 Police Department Report relative to the April 17, 2019 Tavern Compliance Checks
involving ten (10) West Allis businesses, resulting with four (4) selling alcohol to an
underage person without requesting identification (BS Dollar, LLC, Sally A. Dollar,
Agent, d/b/a Barcode, premises located at 2110 S. 60 Street) (Licensed Operator
(bartender/sales clerk: Monique V. Gielow).
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Held in License & Health Committee during recess.
44. 2019-0324 2019-2020 Combination Class A Liquor application, of Spring West, LLC,
Satwinder Singh, Agent , d/b/a Pantry 41 105, for the premises located at 10537 W.
Greenfield Ave. (new-nonexisting location).
Held in License & Health Committee during recess.
45. 2019-0323 2019-2020 Operator’s License (bartender/sales clerk) application of Martha
Gabriela Solis-Villasenor.
Held in License & Health Committee during recess.
46. 2019-0322 2019-2021 Operator’s License (bartender/sales clerk) renewal application of Jill E.
Staniak.
This matter was Approved on a Block Vote
47. 2019-0346 2019-2020 Adult-Oriented Establishment License renewal application of Tee & Bee,
Inc., Benjamin J. Bishop, Agent, d/b/a Temptations, for the premises located at 9800
W. Greenfield Ave.
Held in License & Health Committee during recess.
48. 2019-0316 2018-2019 Class B Tavern Special Event Permit application no. 23 of John Starr
Pickles, LLC, d/b/a Broken Starr Saloon, John R. Starr, Agent, 1100 S. 60 St., for
bike show and fundraiser, to be held on Saturday, June 23, 2019 from Noon to 8:00
p.m. (W. Washington St. closure from S. 58 St. to S. 60 St., tents and outdoor
music). First (1st) permit application for 2018-2019 license year.
This matter was Approved subject to the necessary requirement(s) and subject to approval of
block party on a Block Vote
Passed The Block Vote
A motion was made by Ald. Czaplewski, 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. May, Ald. Haass, Ald. Lajsic, Ald. Reinke, Ald. Roadt,
Ald. Stefanski, Ald. Vitale, and Ald. Weigel
No: 0
ADVISORY COMMITTEE
New Matters for Introduction
49. 2019-0373 Reappointment by Mayor Devine of Ms. Danielle Romain as a member of the West
Allis Police & Fire Commission, her five-year term to expire May 1, 2024.
Attachments: Romain Appointment Letter
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A motion was made by Ald. Reinke, seconded by Ald. May, that this matter was Approved. The
motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 10 - Ald. Barczak, Ald. Czaplewski, Ald. May, Ald. Haass, Ald. Lajsic, Ald. Reinke, Ald. Roadt,
Ald. Stefanski, Ald. Vitale, and Ald. Weigel
No: 0
N. ADJOURNMENT
A motion was made by Ald. Lajsic, seconded by Ald. Stefanski, to adjourn at 8:44 p.m., with the
next regularly scheduled meeting to be held on June 4, 2019, at 7:00 p.m. The motion carried
unanimously.
Respectfully submitted,
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, Kevin Haass, Michael P. May, Rosalie L. Reinke,
Daniel J. Roadt, Tracy Stefanski, Vincent Vitale, and Martin J. Weigel
Tuesday, May 21, 2019 7:00 PM City Hall Common Council Chambers
7525 W. Greenfield Avenue
REGULAR MEETING
A. CALL TO ORDER
B. ROLL CALL
C. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
D. PUBLIC HEARINGS
1. R-2019-0355 Resolution approving 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.
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.
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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
2. 2019-0363 Minutes (draft) of the Common Council Regular meeting of May 7, 2019.
J. ITEMS NOT REFERRED TO COMMITTEE
3. 2019-0331 Report of the Municipal Judge for the month of April 2019, consisting of all fines, costs
and fees collected by the City of West Allis in the sum of $146,421.47.
4. 2019-0329 Claim by Tauntila Russell and Frederick Jackson regarding damage vehicle at Wildwood
and Montana on 104th Street on May 1, 2019.
5. 2019-0330 Claim by Andi Lushi regarding damage to property at 7726 W. Becher Street on March
8, 2019.
6. 2019-0347 Claim by Jacob Pogorzelski regarding damages to property at 3165 S. Toldt Parkway
on April 21, 2019.
K. STANDING COMMITTEE REPORTS
None.
L. COMMON COUNCIL RECESS
M. NEW AND PREVIOUS MATTERS
ADMINISTRATION & FINANCE COMMITTEE
New Matters for Introduction
7. R-2019-0346 Resolution approving an Intergovernmental Cooperation Agreement between the City of
West Allis (“City”) and the Wisconsin State Fair Park Board (“Board”) for first aid, first
response, and emergency transport for the 2019 and 2029 State Fair seasons.
8. R-2019-0347 Resolution to authorize the allocation of an amount not to exceed $3,300 for pay for
exceptional performance for Municipal Court personnel.
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9. R-2019-0351 Resolution relative to approval of the Employment Contract for the position of Health
Commissioner with Robert Leischow.
10. R-2019-0356 Resolution to amend City of West Allis Policies & Procedures Manual Policy No. 1110,
Creating, Maintaining, and Administering Pay Ranges, including amending the title to
“Compensation and Pay Administration”.
11. R-2019-0359 Resolution to approve a Use Agreement between the City of West Allis (“City”) and the
West Allis-West Milwaukee Recreation and Community Services Department of the
School District of West Allis-West Milwaukee, et al. (“Department”) for use of
McKinley Park.
12. 2019-0332 Finance Director/Comptroller submitting report for April 2019 indicating City of West
Allis checks issued in the amount of $2,746,720.54.
13. 2019-0370 Discussion regarding possible opioid manufacturer litigation using outside counsel.
Previous Matters for Consideration
14. 2018-0977 Peter Troia Notice of Claim regarding vehicle damages allegedly sustained at Root River
Pkwy and W. Oklahoma Ave. on April 6, 2017.
Claim was disapproved by Common Council on March 19, 2019.
15. 2018-0693 Summons and Complaint in the matter of Felker Family, LP vs. City of West Allis
regarding money judgment. Case No. 2018CV004472.
City Attorney Claim Report
16. 2019-0030 Virginia D. Paszek Notice of Claim regarding personal property damages allegedly
sustained at 7126 W. Lincoln Avenue on December 5, 2018.
City Attorney recommended to be Placed on File.
17. 2019-0082 Claim by Tiffany Salazar regarding damage to vehicle at 1958 S. 55th Street on January
27, 2019.
City Attorney recommended to be Placed on File.
18. 2019-0183 Claim by Joshua Rodriguez regarding damage to vehicle at 935 S. 111 St. on January
19, 2019.
City Attorney recommended to be Placed on File.
19. 2019-0220 Erie Insurance Notice of Claim relative to Andrea Kische, vehicle damages allegedly
sustained at624 S. 92 St., on February 26, 2019.
City Attorney recommended to Deny
20. 2019-0222 Stacey Medved Notice of Claim relative to property damages allegedly sustained at
7112 W. Beloit Rd. on November 30, 2018.
City Attorney recommended to be Placed on File.
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For agenda items 14-20, the committee may convene in closed session pursuant to the provisions
of Section 19.85(1)(g) of the WI State Statutes for the purpose of conferring with the City Attorney
who will render oral or written advice concerning strategy to be adopted with respect to
litigation in which the city is or is not likely to become involved. This committee may reconvene
in open session after completion of the closed session to consider the balance of the agenda.
PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE
New Matters for Introduction
21. R-2019-0316 Resolution Approving an Agreement between the City of West Allis and the Milwaukee
Metropolitan Sewerage District (MMSD) to receive $89,000 in funding through the
MMSD Green Solutions Program for the installation of Green Infrastructure in the West
Allis Business Improvement District Municipal Parking Lot.
22. R-2019-0306 Resolution accepting work of Langer Roofing & Sheet Metal, Inc. for the roof
replacement at the West Allis Police Department located at 11301 West Lincoln Avenue
in the City of West Allis and authorizing and directing settlement of said contract in
accordance with contract terms for final payment of 2014 Project No. 13 in the amount
of $500.00 of the $290,747.00 total project cost.
23. R-2019-0317 Resolution accepting work of Visu-Sewer, Inc. for the installation of sanitary and storm
sewer lining, sanitary sewer spot lining, sanitary sewer grouting and sanitary manhole
lining and grouting at various locations throughout City of West Allis and authorizing and
directing settlement of said contract in accordance with contract terms for final payment
of 2017 Project No. 24 in the amount of $500.00 of the $227,760.25 total project cost.
24. R-2019-0321 Resolution accepting work of American Sewer Services, Inc. for the installation of
concrete curb and gutter, concrete pavement, concrete sidewalk, driveway replacement,
sanitary sewer relay, water main relay, building services and utility adjustments in South
57th Street from West National Avenue to West Lapham Street in the City of West Allis
and authorizing and directing settlement of said contract in accordance with contract
terms for final payment of 2017 Project No. 5 in the amount of $16,494.65 of the
$923,886.25 total project cost.
Previous Matters for Consideration
25. 2019-0066 Deliberating the repair or replacement of the Public Works Facility currently located at
6300 West McGeoch Avenue.
Public Hearing Items (Public Works Committee)
26. R-2019-0355 Resolution approving 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.
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SAFETY & DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
New Matters for Introduction
27. R-2019-0352 Resolution approving a Certified Survey Map to consolidate 2 lots into 1 lot, submitted
by Tu Tan Nguyen d/b/a Ilura LLC, on behalf of Chau Vo. (Tax Key Nos.
444-0511-001 and 444-0513-000).
28. 2019-0368 Certified Survey Map to consolidate 2 lots into 1 lot, submitted by Tu Tan Nguyen d/b/a
Ilura LLC, on behalf of Chau Vo. (Tax Key Nos. 444-0511-001 and 444-0513-000).
29. 2019-0366 Special Use Permit for a proposed beer garden, to be located at 6800 W Becher St.
30. 2019-0367 Special Use Permit for a proposed Community Based Residential Facility to replace the
existing office building located at 8410 W. Cleveland Ave.
31. 2019-0369 Special Use Permit for Holiday Inn Express, a proposed hotel, to be located at 10201
West Lincoln Ave.
LICENSE & HEALTH COMMITTEE
New Matters for Introduction
32. 2019-0372 2018-2019 Class B Tavern Special Event Permit application no. 26 of Weigel’s
Hillcrest, Inc., Martin Weigel, Agent, d/b/a Benno’s Genuine Bar & Grill, 7413 W.
Greenfield Ave. for West Allis Ala Carte, from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., on June 2,
2019. 40’ x 40’ extension of licensed premises in front of business. (First (1st) permit
application for 2018-2019.)
33. 2019-0360 2019-2020 Class B Tavern Special Event Permit application no. 4 of K & M of West
Allis, Inc., Richard Branski, Agent, d/b/a Hanke’s, 6101 W. Lincoln Ave., for a Bar
Party - BBQ to be held on Saturday, August 17, 2019, 10:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.
(Food). (First (1st) permit application for the 2019-2020 license year.)
34. 2019-0359 License applications.
Amusement and/or Phonograph Distributor’s License applications 2019-2020
• Blondie Enterprises LLC, Lynn Jeske
• Hometown Management, Inc., Gregory J. Manske
• Mitchell Novelty Co., Ralph Fleege
• National Entertainment Network LLC, Tony Bender
• Reggie’s Amusements LLC, Reginald Zeniecki
• SNC, Inc., Southern Novelty Co, Patrick Modl
• Suburban Vending Co., Inc., Michael J. Eppler
• Wisconsin P & P Amusement, Inc., Michael Weigel, Agent
Arcade License applications 2019-2020
• CEC Entertainment, d/b/a Chuck E. Cheese #843,
Brandon J. Kuffer, Manager, 2990 S. 108 St.
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Carnival Permit application 2019-2020
• St. Augustine Parish, 6762 W. Rogers St.
July 12 and 13, 2019 (4:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.)
July 14, 2019 (11:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.)
Operator’s Licenses (bartender/sales clerk) applications 2019-2020
• Gildersleeve, Elizabeth
• Neitman, John S.
• Raul, Zuniga
• Stein, Tara
Operator’s Licenses (bartender/sales clerk) applications 2019-2021
• Krejci, Sedalia
Secondhand Article Dealer applications 2019-2020
• As New Resale LLC, As New Resale,
Nicole Fernhaber, Agent, 5825 W. National Ave.
• Bob’s Coins & Hobbies, LLC, Bob’s Coins & Hobbies,
Sherry Grainger, 3050 S. 92 St.
• Boring Bob, Robert E. Thimm, 7829 W. Greenfield Ave.
• Milwaukee Sewing Machine Co., Inc., Donald L. Minch, Jr.,
7226 W. Greenfield Ave.
• PR Novelty, Paul Dorobialski, 8707 W. Greenfield Ave.
• The Shooters Shop, Inc., Kevin Nugent, 2465 S. 84 St.
• Within Reason Resale and Consignment LLC,
Within Reason Resale and Consignment, Karlene Clark,
7532 W. Becher St.
Secondhand Jewelry Dealer applications 2019-2020
• Diane’s Designs, Diane G. Latinovich, 7344 W. Greenfield Ave.
• J.P. Haase Jewelers, Inc., Joseph Haase, 1431 S. 108 St.
Special Class B Beer & Wine License applications 2019-2020
• St. Augustine Parish, 6762 W. Rogers St.
Festival
July 12 and 13, 2019 (4:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.)
July 14, 2019 (11:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.)
(1st application, beer and wine for 2019-2020 license year)
Special Instrumental Music Permit 2018-2019
• Studz Pub, 6833 W. National Ave., Dean Ratas
Event Date: June 15, 2019, from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
D.J. Music
35. 2019-0361 Request from St. Augustine Parish to waive the Carnival Permit’s Surety Bond
requirement for the St. Augustine Parish Festival to be held July 12, 2019 - July 14,
2019.
36. 2019-0348 Police Department Report regarding tavern violations/calls for service for the month of
April 2019.
37. 2019-0353 Police Department Report regarding March 2019 Tavern and Wisconsin Clean Air Act
Smoking Ban compliance checks resulting and April 2019 Tobacco compliance checks
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with no violations being reported.
38. 2019-0354 Police Department Report involving Paulie’s Pub & Eatery, 8031 W. Greenfield Ave.,
Paulie’s Pub & Eatery, LLC, Kristine M. Budiac, Agent, Incident Date: April 13, 2019.
39. 2019-0355 Police Department Report involving The Alibi, 6540 W. Grant St., Alibi Taverns LLC,
Patrick R. Kosidowski, Agent, Incident Date: April 21, 2019.
40. 2019-0349 Police Department Report relative to the April 17, 2019 Tavern Compliance Checks
involving ten (10) West Allis businesses, resulting with four (4) selling alcohol to an
underage person without requesting identification (Stallywood LLC, Robert Anderson,
Agent, d/b/a Stallywood, premises located at 6827 W. National Avenue) (Bartender:
Frank M. Kiewit).
41. 2019-0350 Police Department Report relative to the April 17, 2019 Tavern Compliance Checks
involving ten (10) West Allis businesses, resulting with four (4) selling alcohol to an
underage person without requesting identification (DHV Enterprises, LLC, Melissa A.
Schrubbe, Agent, d/b/a Dog House, premises located at 1641 S. 68 St.) (Bartender:
Amanda N. Schoenbach).
42. 2019-0351 Police Department Report relative to the April 17, 2019 Tavern Compliance Checks
involving ten (10) West Allis businesses, resulting with four (4) selling alcohol to an
underage person without requesting identification (ARH Enterprises, LLC, Hugo Juarez,
Agent, d/b/a Las Palmas, premises located at 1901 S. 60 Street).
(Bartender: Stephanie Mendez Castro)
43. 2019-0352 Police Department Report relative to the April 17, 2019 Tavern Compliance Checks
involving ten (10) West Allis businesses, resulting with four (4) selling alcohol to an
underage person without requesting identification (BS Dollar, LLC, Sally A. Dollar,
Agent, d/b/a Barcode, premises located at 2110 S. 60 Street) (Bartender: Monique V.
Gielow)
44. 2019-0324 2019-2020 Combination Class A Liquor application, of Spring West, LLC, Satwinder
Singh, Agent , d/b/a Pantry 41 105, for the premises located at 10537 W. Greenfield
Ave. (new-nonexisting location).
45. 2019-0323 2019-2020 Operator’s License (bartender/sales clerk) application of Martha Gabriela
Solis-Villasenor.
46. 2019-0322 2019-2021 Operator’s License (bartender/sales clerk) renewal application of Jill E.
Staniak.
47. 2019-0346 2019-2020 Adult-Oriented Establishment License renewal application of Tee & Bee,
Inc., Benjamin J. Bishop, Agent, d/b/a Temptations, for the premises located at 9800 W.
Greenfield Ave.
Previous Matters for Consideration
48. 2019-0316 2018-2019 Class B Tavern Special Event Permit application no. 23 of John Starr
Pickles, LLC, d/b/a Broken Starr Saloon, John R. Starr, Agent, 1100 S. 60 St., for bike
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show and fundraiser, to be held on Saturday, June 23, 2019 from Noon to 8:00 p.m.
(W. Washington St. closure from S. 58 St. to S. 60 St., tents and outdoor music). First
(1st) permit application for 2018-2019 license year.
ADVISORY COMMITTEE
New Matters for Introduction
49. 2019-0373 Reappointment by Mayor Devine of Ms. Danielle Romain as a member of the West Allis
Police & Fire Commission, her five-year term to expire May 1, 2024.
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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