Common Council
Regular MeetingWest Allis, WI · September 3, 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, September 3, 2019 7:04 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 7:04 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. Weigel.
D. PUBLIC HEARINGS
1. R-2019-0622 Resolution relative to determination of Application for a Special Use Permit for
Cream City Print Lounge, a proposed instructor-led print studio, to be located at
8010 W. National Ave.
Sponsors: Safety & Development Committee
Explanation by John Stibal, Director of Development.
Appearances:
None.
Public Hearing Held
2. R-2019-0620 Resolution relative to determination of the Application for a Special Use Permit for
WA Community Child Care, LLC, an existing daycare, to be re-located at 6330 W.
Greenfield Ave.
Sponsors: Safety & Development Committee
Explanation by John Stibal, Director of Development.
Appearances:
Michael Hopkins, 5807 Foothill Dr. Racine, stated daycare will impact spa in a negative
way.
Kim Bender, 6330 W. Greenfield Ave. #207, spoke against due to noise concerns.
Tom W., 6682 W. Greenfield Ave., Owner, stated he is willing to work with residents and
the city to address any concerns.
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Shari Pape, 6682 W. Greenfield Ave., stated the entrance on Greenfield Ave. will be
locked to encourage no parking on Greenfield Ave. and they are willing to address any
noise concerns.
Public Hearing Held
3. 2019-0515 2019-2020 Class A Beer & Cider License application, of Kwik Trip, Inc, Ryan R.
Giesen, Agent , d/b/a Kwik Trip #1047, for the premises located at 10923 W.
Lapham St. (new-nonexisting location) in regard to exceeding the quota
Explanation by John Stibal, Director of Development.
Appearances:
Ryan Giesen, 4131 E Barton Rd. spoke about the application and procedures they have
in place.
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.
G. MAYOR'S REPORT
Mayor Devine spoke about the following upcoming events: Better Block Foundation;
Station No. 6 opening; food truck event Friday; Art on the Plaza event; and Wood &
Wings.
H. ALDERPERSON'S REPORT
Ald. Weigel spoke about the upcoming Wood & Wings event.
I. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
4. 2019-0586 Minutes (Draft) of the Common Council meeting of August 6, 2019
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
5. 2019-0567 Report of the Municipal Judge for the month of July 2019, consisting of all fines, costs
and fees collected by the City of West Allis in the sum of $93,023.75
This matter was Placed on File on a Block Vote
6. 2019-0613 Jamaal Russell communication requesting reimbursement of towing fees allegedly
sustained on August 24, 2019
This matter was Referred for Legal Action to the City Attorney on a Block Vote
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7. 2019-0564 Summons and Complaint in the matter of Nationstar Mortgage Mr. Cooper vs Chano
J. Maestas, et al, regarding foreclosure of mortgage, Case No. 2019CV005931
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. Haass, 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
K. STANDING COMMITTEE REPORTS
LICENSE & HEALTH COMMITTEE
Item nos. 8 thru 10 reported out after recess.
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 7:33 p.m. Upon returning from recess at 8:08
p.m., and the roll call being taken, the following were present:
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
12. R-2019-0615 Resolution authorizing a banking services contract extension with Tri City National
Bank through August 31, 2020
Sponsors: Administration & Finance Committee
This matter was Adopted on Block Vote
13. R-2019-0617 Resolution approving a West Allis Neighborhood Association Small Grant Program
Organizational Grant to Liberty Heights Park Neighborhood Association in the
amount of $500
Sponsors: Alderperson Vitale and Alderperson Czaplewski
This matter was Adopted on Block Vote
14. R-2019-0619 Resolution approving Subgrantee Agreements and Interdepartmental Agreements by
and between the City of West Allis and various Community Development Block
Grant recipients and City Departments for support of administrative, public service,
housing rehabilitation, economic development, and public facilities activities and
projects funded by 2019 Community Development Block Grant funds
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Sponsors: Administration & Finance Committee
This matter was Adopted on Block Vote
15. 2019-0568 Finance Director/Comptroller submitting report for July 2019 indicating City of West
Allis checks issued in the amount of $2,802,253.49
This matter was Placed on File on a Block Vote
16. 2019-0601 Finance Director/Comptroller submitting the City of West Allis 2018 Comprehensive
Annual Financial Report (CAFR)
Held in Administration & Finance Committee during recess.
17. 2019-0602 2020-2024 Capital Improvement Program
Held in Administration & Finance Committee during recess.
18. O-2019-0021 Ordinance to establish the salary of the Mayor of the City of West Allis for the four
year term commencing on the third Tuesday in April, 2020
Sponsors: Administration & Finance Committee
Held in Administration & Finance Committee during recess.
19. O-2019-0022 Ordinance to establish the salary range of the Municipal Judge of the City of West
Allis for the period of May 1, 2019 through April 30, 2023
Sponsors: Administration & Finance Committee
Held in Administration & Finance Committee during recess.
20. O-2019-0023 Ordinance to establish the salary of the Alderpersons of the City of West Allis for the
four year term of April 21, 2020 through April 15, 2024
Sponsors: Administration & Finance Committee
Held in Administration & Finance Committee during recess.
21. 2012-0094 Notice of Claim submitted by WE Energies regarding damages allegedly sustained on
or about November 7, 2011 at 8520 W. Montana Ave.
This matter was Placed on File on a Block Vote
22. 2013-0109 Sharon Knedle Notice of Claim relative to an incident on December 15, 2012 at
2223 S. 72 St.
This matter was Placed on File on a Block Vote
23. 2014-0442 Angela Gregory communication regarding vehicle damages allegedly sustained at the
intersection of 84th and National Ave., on June 16, 2014
This matter was Placed on File on a Block Vote
24. 2014-0450 Patricia A. Brzycki Notice of Claim regarding Elroy J. Brzycki
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This matter was Placed on File on a Block Vote
25. 2016-0196 Jon-Paul A. Fernandez Notice of Claim or Circumstances relative to injuries allegedly
sustained at 1020 S. 56 St. on November 17, 2015
This matter was Placed on File on a Block Vote
26. 2016-0328 Phillip Dronso Notice of Injury of Circumstances regarding an incident that allegedly
occurred at approximately South 51 Street and West National Avenue on January 1,
2016
This matter was Placed on File on a Block Vote
27. 2019-0438 Claim by Kmeisha Lewis as Guardian regarding personal injury of minor child,
Ja’naia Williams at Rogers Memorial located at 11101 W. Lincoln Avenue on May
23, 2019.
This matter was Denied on a Block Vote
Passed The Block Vote
A motion was made by Ald. Haass, 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
11. O-2019-0036 Charter Ordinance No. 23 to repeal Charter Ordinance No. 19 and provide a
referendum on the issuance of General Obligation Bonds for specified municipal
purposes
Sponsors: Capital Improvement Committee
A motion was made by Ald. Weigel, seconded by Ald. Haass, that this matter was Passed. The
motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 9- Ald. Barczak, Ald. May, Ald. Haass, Ald. Lajsic, Ald. Reinke, Ald. Roadt, Ald. Stefanski,
Ald. Vitale, and Ald. Weigel
No: 1- Ald. Czaplewski
PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE
28. R-2019-0612 Resolution to grant a Privilege for Encroachment (Major) to new owner Timber
Holdings LLC for property located at 7412 W. Greenfield Ave. (Tax Key No.
440-0414-000)
Sponsors: Public Works Committee
This matter was Adopted on Block Vote
29. R-2019-0616 Resolution authorizing a Professional Service Contract with raSmith to provide
construction management of private property improvements for the City of West Allis
for an amount not to exceed $327,750
Sponsors: Public Works Committee
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This matter was Adopted on Block Vote
30. R-2019-0618 Resolution to approve bid of Zignego Company, Inc. for the installation of a
reinforced concrete pad and installation of exercise equipment in Veteran’s Park
located at W. National Ave. & S. 70 St. in the City of West Allis in the amount of
$77,254
Sponsors: Public Works Committee
This matter was Adopted on Block Vote
31. R-2019-0624 Resolution relative to accepting the sole source proposal of $19,500 from Engineered
Installation Solutions LLC to install an Outdoor Fitness Court at Veterans Park
located at 70th and National Ave.
Sponsors: Public Works Committee
This matter was Adopted on Block Vote
32. R-2019-0634 Resolution to accept the proposal of Box Gang Manufacturing for furnishing and
delivering four (4) 40-yard capacity roll-off containers, Model# ROL-OPB2290-10
with heavy-duty upgrades, for a total net sum of $58,480
Sponsors: Public Works Committee
This matter was Adopted on 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
33. R-2019-0633 Resolution declaring the 29th Annual Classic Car show scheduled for Sunday,
October 6, 2019 as a Community Event
Sponsors: Safety & Development Committee
This matter was Adopted on Block Vote
35. R-2019-0626 Resolution approving a Certified Survey Map to combine the parcels located at 1137
S. 62 St. and 1200 Block S. 63 St., from 2 to 1 lot, submitted by property owner
Maura Sullivan (Tax Key No. 439-0216-000 and 439-0229-000)
Sponsors: Safety & Development Committee
This matter was Adopted on Block Vote
36. 2019-0615 Certified Survey Map to combine the parcels located at 1137 S. 62 St. and 1200
Block S. 63 St., from 2 to 1 lot, submitted by property owner Maura Sullivan (Tax
Key No. 439-0216-000 and 439-0229-000)
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This matter was Placed on File on a Block Vote
37. 2019-0572 Downtown West Allis Business Improvement District (BID) requesting street closures
of West Greenfield Ave., from 5:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., use of the City Hall parking
lots for registration, parking restrictions, the use of signs and supplies from the
Department of Public Works, and additional Police presence for their 29th Annual
Classic Car Show on Sunday, October 6, 2019
This matter was Approved on a Block Vote
38. 2019-0620 Request by the Manager of Planning and Zoning and the Director of Building
Inspections and Neighborhood Services to waive the special use permit fee and the
business occupancy fee associated with two project finalists aligned with the Business
Improvement Districts “BID Entrepreneur Contest”
This matter was Approved on a Block Vote
39. R-2019-0622 Resolution relative to determination of Application for a Special Use Permit for
Cream City Print Lounge, a proposed instructor-led print studio, to be located at
8010 W. National Ave.
Sponsors: Safety & Development Committee
This matter was Adopted on Block Vote
40. 2019-0608 Application for a Special Use Permit for Cream City Print Lounge, a proposed
instructor-led print studio, to be located at 8010 W. National Ave.
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: 10 - Ald. Barczak, Ald. Czaplewski, Ald. May, Ald. Haass, Ald. Lajsic, Ald. Reinke, Ald. Roadt,
Ald. Stefanski, Ald. Vitale, and Ald. Weigel
No: 0
41. R-2019-0620 Resolution relative to determination of the Application for a Special Use Permit for
WA Community Child Care, LLC, an existing daycare, to be re-located at 6330 W.
Greenfield Ave.
Sponsors: Safety & Development Committee
Held in Safety & Development Committee during recess.
42. 2019-0605 Application for a Special Use Permit for WA Community Child Care, LLC, an
existing daycare, to be re-located at 6330 W. Greenfield Ave.
Held in Safety & Development Committee during recess.
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34. R-2019-0632 Resolution amending the Development Agreement between the City of West Allis and
developer Lincoln Hospitality Group, LLC regarding Lincoln West Corridor
development project
Sponsors: Safety & Development Committee
A motion was made by Ald. Lajsic, seconded by Ald. Barczak, that this matter was Adopted. The
motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 9- Ald. Barczak, Ald. Czaplewski, Ald. May, Ald. Haass, Ald. Lajsic, Ald. Reinke, Ald.
Stefanski, Ald. Vitale, and Ald. Weigel
No: 1- Ald. Roadt
LICENSE & HEALTH COMMITTEE
8. 2019-0598 License applications for License & Health Committee recommendations
This matter was Placed on File on a Block Vote.
9. 2019-0548 2019-2021 Operator’s License (bartender/sales clerk) application of Ian T. Hamilton
This matter was Approved on a Block Vote.
10. 2019-0411 Police Department Report involving One More, 7534 W. Beloit Rd., of The 5 Spot,
LLC, Christina I. Lopez, Agent, Incident Date: May 7, 2019
This matter was Placed on File on a Block Vote.
44. 2019-0573 Police Department Report regarding tavern violations/calls for service for the month of
July 2019
This matter was Placed on File on a Block Vote.
45. 2019-0576 Police Department Report involving Uncle Festers, 5732 W. Mitchell St., of Uncle
Festers LLC, Melinda F. Rooney, Agent, Incident Date: July 4, 2019
This matter was Placed on File on a Block Vote.
46. 2019-0577 Police Department Report involving Just J's, 9033 W. National Ave., of Jayders,
LLC, Jason J. Powelski, Agent, Incident Date: July 9, 2019
This matter was Placed on File on a Block Vote.
47. 2019-0580 Police Department Report relative to the July 24, 2019 Tavern compliance checks
involving forty-four (44) West Allis businesses, resulting in one (1) violation, El
Sagitario BNC LLC, Pascual Ramos, Agent, d/b/a El Sagitario BNC, premises
located at 907 S. 84 St. (Unlicensed Operator (bartender/sales clerk): Martha G.
Solis-Villasenor)
This matter was Placed on File on a Block Vote.
48. 2019-0581 Police Department Reports regarding July 2019 Wisconsin Clean Air Act Smoking
Ban Tobacco; and Tavern compliance checks resulting with no violations being
reported
This matter was Placed on File on a Block Vote.
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49. 2019-0582 Police Department Report involving The Spot, 6426 W. Greenfield Ave., Edward
Bomback and Lonnie Bald, Partners, Incident Date: July 11, 2019
This matter was Placed on File on a Block Vote.
50. 2019-0583 Police Department Report involving The Spot, 6426 W. Greenfield Ave., Edward
Bomback and Lonnie Bald, Partners, Incident Date: July 12, 2019
This matter was Placed on File on a Block Vote.
51. 2019-0574 Police Department Report involving Stallywood, 6827 W. National Ave., of
Stallywood LLC, Robert Anderson, Agent, Incident Date: July 4, 2019
Held in License & Health Committee during recess.
52. 2019-0575 Police Department Report involving Red, White and Brews, 7127 W. National Ave.,
of Red, White and Brews, LLC, Eric G. Millard, Agent, Incident Date: July 4, 2019
Held in License & Health Committee during recess.
53. 2019-0578 Police Department Report involving Remedy Bar, 1309 S. 60 St., of LeLe's Whiskey
Corner, LLC, Erwin C. Magritz, Agent, Incident Date: July 11, 2019
Held in License & Health Committee during recess.
54. 2019-0579 Police Department Report involving Remedy Bar, 1309 S. 60 St., of LeLe's Whiskey
Corner, LLC, Erwin C. Magritz, Agent, Incident Date: July 19, 2019
Held in License & Health Committee during recess.
55. 2019-0584 Police Department Report relative to the July 29, 2019 Alcohol Compliance Checks
involving twelve (12) West Allis businesses, resulting with one (1) selling alcohol to an
underage person without requesting identification (Layton Food & Gas LLC, Tarlok
Bhatia, Agent, d/b/a Becher Liquor & Beer, premises located at 2077 S. 78 St)
(Licensed Operator (bartender/sales clerk: Laura A, Saldivar)
Held in License & Health Committee during recess.
56. 2019-0570 2019-2020 Combination Class B Special Event Permit application no. 12 of ZJ
Squared Ventures LLC, John Mackowski, Agent, d/b/a The Brass Monkey, 11904
W. Greenfield Ave., for Saturday, September 21, 2019 from 10:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.
for Nathan Hale Baseball Bags Tournament Fundraiser (Front parking area along W.
Greenfield Ave., no food, tent, or outdoor music). First (1st) permit application for
2019-2020 license year
This matter was Approved subject to the necessary requirement(s) on a Block Vote.
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57. 2019-0571 2019-2020 Combination Class B Special Event Permit application no. 13 of HMSR
LLC, Heather Rodriguez, Agent, d/b/a Stingers, 9524 W. Greenfield Ave., for
Customer Appreciation Pig Roast, to be held on Sunday, September 15, 2019, from
Noon to 6:00 p.m. (Drive way to fenced in backyard with food, and outdoor TV’s).
First (1st) permit application for 2019-2020 license year
This matter was Approved subject to the necessary requirement(s) on a Block Vote.
58. 2019-0587 License applications
2019-2020 Adult-Oriented Operator Permit applications:
Alcala, Piera D
Teal, Alexis N
2019-2021 Operator’s License (bartender/sales clerk) applications:
Ameen, Devan L
Borgwardt, Rebecca M
Carter, Tarrin L
Castro, Rocio
Ellis, Jaime E
Fugiasco, Kenneth J
Grospitz, David S
Hamelin, Tina M
Hernandez, Tiffany M
Kolar, Katherine L
Korn, Samantha K
Kowalewski, Donna L
Lane, Christine M
Nowaczyk, Robert L
Perez-Gardipee, Natalia M
Piscitello, Joseph T
Price, Holly A
Priegel, Ryan W
Regan, Patrick J
Rink, Sarah E
Sciano, VickiJo
Sherman-Beaudry, Dawn M
Steinmetz, Bradley J
Stessl, Victoria L
Townsend, Jessica T
Unverrich, Heather A
Wheat, Christopher R
Wiedmeyer, Alexander T
Winters, Heaven M
This matter was Approved as Amended, with Castro, Rocio; Piscitello, Joseph T; & Regan,
Patrick J to be held, on a Block Vote.
59. 2019-0610 2019-2020 Combination Class B Special Event Permit application no. 15 of HMSR
LLC, Heather Rodriguez, Agent, d/b/a Stingers, 9524 W. Greenfield Ave., for Jazz
Band, to be held on Sunday, September 22, 2019, from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Outdoor Music. Second (2nd) permit application for 2019-2020 license year
This matter was Approved subject to the necessary requirement(s) on a Block Vote.
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60. 2019-0611 2019-2020 Combination Class B Special Event Permit application no. 14 of
Lawrence J. Robe Jr., d/b/a Capt’n Nicks, 1503 S. 81st St., for going away party for
Scott, to be held on Saturday, September 7, 2019, from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
(Fenced off side lot). First (1st) permit application for 2019-2020 license year
This matter was Approved subject to the necessary requirement(s) on a Block Vote.
61. 2019-0612 Schedule for Successor of Agent Ashley E. Kapalzynski, by Uncle Festers LLC,
d/b/a Uncle Festers, located at 5732 W. Mitchell St.
This matter was Approved 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 unanimously.
62. 2019-0515 2019-2020 Class A Beer & Cider License application, of Kwik Trip, Inc, Ryan R.
Giesen, Agent , d/b/a Kwik Trip #1047, for the premises located at 10923 W.
Lapham St. (new-nonexisting location) in regard to exceeding the quota
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: 5- Ald. Barczak, Ald. Czaplewski, Ald. Haass, Ald. Lajsic, and Ald. Weigel
No: 4- Ald. Reinke, Ald. Roadt, Ald. Stefanski, and Ald. Vitale
Present: 1- Ald. May
43. O-2019-0034 Ordinance to amend Subsection 9.15(15) of the Municipal Code of the City of West
Allis to allow for the use of pre-paid debit cards for certain payments by pawnbroker
licensees to customers
Sponsors: Alderperson Weigel
Prior to the vote Ald. May recused himself. A motion was made by Ald. Czaplewski, seconded by
Ald. Roadt, that this matter was Passed. 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
63. 2019-0616 Reappointments by Mayor Devine to the West Allis Administrative Appeals Review
Board of Ald. Michael Czaplewski and Mr. Wayne Clark, their two-year terms to
expire June 30, 2021
This matter was Placed on File on a Block Vote
64. 2019-0617 Reappointments by Mayor Devine to the West Allis Library Board of Jody
Rymaszewski and Michelle Wadewitz, their three-year terms to expire July 1, 2022
This matter was Placed on File on a Block Vote
65. 2019-0618 Appointment by Mayor Devine of Mr. Ray Turner as a member of the West Allis
Library Board, his three-year term to expire July 1, 2022
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This matter was Placed on File on a Block Vote
66. 2019-0619 Change in appointment by Mayor Devine of David Raschka from Alternate Member
to Regular Member of the West Allis Plan Commission, his three-year term expires
April 30, 2022
This matter was Placed on File on a Block Vote
Passed The Block Vote
A motion was made by Ald. Reinke, 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: 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 8:21 p.m., with the
next regularly scheduled meeting to be held on September 17, 2019, at 7:00 p.m. The motion
carried unanimously.
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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, September 3, 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-2019-0622 Resolution relative to determination of Application for a Special Use Permit for Cream
City Print Lounge, a proposed instructor-led print studio, to be located at 8010 W.
National Ave.
2. R-2019-0620 Resolution relative to determination of the Application for a Special Use Permit for WA
Community Child Care, LLC, an existing daycare, to be re-located at 6330 W.
Greenfield Ave.
3. 2019-0515 2019-2020 Class A Beer & Cider License application, of Kwik Trip, Inc, Ryan R.
Giesen, Agent , d/b/a Kwik Trip #1047, for the premises located at 10923 W. Lapham
St. (new-nonexisting location) in regard to exceeding the quota
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
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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
4. 2019-0586 Minutes (Draft) of the Common Council meeting of August 6, 2019
J. ITEMS NOT REFERRED TO COMMITTEE
5. 2019-0567 Report of the Municipal Judge for the month of July 2019, consisting of all fines, costs
and fees collected by the City of West Allis in the sum of $93,023.75
6. 2019-0613 Jamaal Russell communication requesting reimbursement of towing fees allegedly
sustained on August 24, 2019
7. 2019-0564 Summons and Complaint in the matter of Nationstar Mortgage Mr. Cooper vs Chano J.
Maestas, et al, regarding foreclosure of mortgage, Case No. 2019CV005931
K. STANDING COMMITTEE REPORTS
LICENSE & HEALTH COMMITTEE
Regular meeting held on August 27, 2019. Ald. Haass excused.
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8. 2019-0598 License applications for License & Health Committee recommendations
Unanimously recommended to be placed on file
License & Health Committee recommended approval of the following applicants at the next
meeting.
Borgwardt Rebecca M Operator's
Nowaczyk Robert L Operator's
Hernandez Tiffany M Operator's
License & Health Committee recommended the following applicant's to receive a letter for
appearance.
Regan Patrick J Operator's
Piscitello Joseph T Operator's
Castro Rocio Operator's
9. 2019-0548 2019-2021 Operator’s License (bartender/sales clerk) application of Ian T. Hamilton
Unanimously recommended to be approved
10. 2019-0411 Police Department Report involving One More, 7534 W. Beloit Rd., of The 5 Spot,
LLC, Christina I. Lopez, Agent, Incident Date: May 7, 2019
Unanimously recommended to be placed on file
L. COMMON COUNCIL RECESS
M. NEW AND PREVIOUS MATTERS
ADMINISTRATION & FINANCE COMMITTEE
New Matters for Introduction
11. O-2019-0036 Charter Ordinance No. 23 to repeal Charter Ordinance No. 19 and provide a
referendum on the issuance of General Obligation Bonds for specified municipal
purposes
12. R-2019-0615 Resolution authorizing a banking services contract extension with Tri City National Bank
through August 31, 2020
13. R-2019-0617 Resolution approving a West Allis Neighborhood Association Small Grant Program
Organizational Grant to Liberty Heights Park Neighborhood Association in the amount
of $500
14. R-2019-0619 Resolution approving Subgrantee Agreements and Interdepartmental Agreements by and
between the City of West Allis and various Community Development Block Grant
recipients and City Departments for support of administrative, public service, housing
rehabilitation, economic development, and public facilities activities and projects funded
by 2019 Community Development Block Grant funds
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15. 2019-0568 Finance Director/Comptroller submitting report for July 2019 indicating City of West
Allis checks issued in the amount of $2,802,253.49
16. 2019-0601 Finance Director/Comptroller submitting the City of West Allis 2018 Comprehensive
Annual Financial Report (CAFR)
Discussion of this item will occur at the September 9, 2019, Administration & Finance Committee
Meeting
17. 2019-0602 2020-2024 Capital Improvement Program
Previous Matters for Consideration
18. O-2019-0021 Ordinance to establish the salary of the Mayor of the City of West Allis for the four year
term commencing on the third Tuesday in April, 2020
Discussion of this item will occur at the September 9, 2019, Administration & Finance Committee
Meeting
19. O-2019-0022 Ordinance to establish the salary range of the Municipal Judge of the City of West Allis
for the period of May 1, 2019 through April 30, 2023
Discussion of this item will occur at the September 9, 2019, Administration & Finance Committee
Meeting
20. O-2019-0023 Ordinance to establish the salary of the Alderpersons of the City of West Allis for the
four year term of April 21, 2020 through April 15, 2024
Discussion of this item will occur at the September 9, 2019, Administration & Finance Committee
Meeting
City Attorney Claim Report
21. 2012-0094 Notice of Claim submitted by WE Energies regarding damages allegedly sustained on or
about November 7, 2011 at 8520 W. Montana Ave.
City Attorney Recommended to be placed on file
22. 2013-0109 Sharon Knedle Notice of Claim relative to an incident on December 15, 2012 at 2223
S. 72 St.
City Attorney Recommended to be placed on file
23. 2014-0442 Angela Gregory communication regarding vehicle damages allegedly sustained at the
intersection of 84th and National Ave., on June 16, 2014
City Attorney Recommended to be placed on file
24. 2014-0450 Patricia A. Brzycki Notice of Claim regarding Elroy J. Brzycki
City Attorney Recommended to be placed on file
25. 2016-0196 Jon-Paul A. Fernandez Notice of Claim or Circumstances relative to injuries allegedly
sustained at 1020 S. 56 St. on November 17, 2015
City Attorney Recommended to be placed on file
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26. 2016-0328 Phillip Dronso Notice of Injury of Circumstances regarding an incident that allegedly
occurred at approximately South 51 Street and West National Avenue on January 1,
2016
City Attorney Recommended to be placed on file
27. 2019-0438 Claim by Kmeisha Lewis as Guardian regarding personal injury of minor child, Ja’naia
Williams at Rogers Memorial located at 11101 W. Lincoln Avenue on May 23, 2019.
City Attorney Recommended denial
PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE
New Matters for Introduction
28. R-2019-0612 Resolution to grant a Privilege for Encroachment (Major) to new owner Timber Holdings
LLC for property located at 7412 W. Greenfield Ave. (Tax Key No. 440-0414-000)
29. R-2019-0616 Resolution authorizing a Professional Service Contract with raSmith to provide
construction management of private property improvements for the City of West Allis for
an amount not to exceed $327,750
30. R-2019-0618 Resolution to approve bid of Zignego Company, Inc. for the installation of a reinforced
concrete pad and installation of exercise equipment in Veteran’s Park located at W.
National Ave. & S. 70 St. in the City of West Allis in the amount of $77,254
31. R-2019-0624 Resolution relative to accepting the sole source proposal of $19,500 from Engineered
Installation Solutions LLC to install an Outdoor Fitness Court at Veterans Park located
at 70th and National Ave.
32. R-2019-0634 Resolution to accept the proposal of Box Gang Manufacturing for furnishing and
delivering four (4) 40-yard capacity roll-off containers, Model# ROL-OPB2290-10
with heavy-duty upgrades, for a total net sum of $58,480
SAFETY & DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
New Matters for Introduction
33. R-2019-0633 Resolution declaring the 29th Annual Classic Car show scheduled for Sunday, October
6, 2019 as a Community Event
34. R-2019-0632 Resolution amending the Development Agreement between the City of West Allis and
developer Lincoln Hospitality Group, LLC regarding Lincoln West Corridor
development project
35. R-2019-0626 Resolution approving a Certified Survey Map to combine the parcels located at 1137 S.
62 St. and 1200 Block S. 63 St., from 2 to 1 lot, submitted by property owner Maura
Sullivan (Tax Key No. 439-0216-000 and 439-0229-000)
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36. 2019-0615 Certified Survey Map to combine the parcels located at 1137 S. 62 St. and 1200 Block
S. 63 St., from 2 to 1 lot, submitted by property owner Maura Sullivan (Tax Key No.
439-0216-000 and 439-0229-000)
37. 2019-0572 Downtown West Allis Business Improvement District (BID) requesting street closures of
West Greenfield Ave., from 5:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., use of the City Hall parking lots for
registration, parking restrictions, the use of signs and supplies from the Department of
Public Works, and additional Police presence for their 29th Annual Classic Car Show on
Sunday, October 6, 2019
38. 2019-0620 Request by the Manager of Planning and Zoning and the Director of Building Inspections
and Neighborhood Services to waive the special use permit fee and the business
occupancy fee associated with two project finalists aligned with the Business
Improvement Districts “BID Entrepreneur Contest”
Previous Matters for Consideration
Public Hearing Items (Safety & Development Committee)
39. R-2019-0622 Resolution relative to determination of Application for a Special Use Permit for Cream
City Print Lounge, a proposed instructor-led print studio, to be located at 8010 W.
National Ave.
40. 2019-0608 Application for a Special Use Permit for Cream City Print Lounge, a proposed
instructor-led print studio, to be located at 8010 W. National Ave.
41. R-2019-0620 Resolution relative to determination of the Application for a Special Use Permit for WA
Community Child Care, LLC, an existing daycare, to be re-located at 6330 W.
Greenfield Ave.
42. 2019-0605 Application for a Special Use Permit for WA Community Child Care, LLC, an existing
daycare, to be re-located at 6330 W. Greenfield Ave.
LICENSE & HEALTH COMMITTEE
New Matters for Introduction
43. O-2019-0034 Ordinance to amend Subsection 9.15(15) of the Municipal Code of the City of West
Allis to allow for the use of pre-paid debit cards for certain payments by pawnbroker
licensees to customers
44. 2019-0573 Police Department Report regarding tavern violations/calls for service for the month of
July 2019
45. 2019-0576 Police Department Report involving Uncle Festers, 5732 W. Mitchell St., of Uncle
Festers LLC, Melinda F. Rooney, Agent, Incident Date: July 4, 2019
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46. 2019-0577 Police Department Report involving Just J's, 9033 W. National Ave., of Jayders, LLC,
Jason J. Powelski, Agent, Incident Date: July 9, 2019
47. 2019-0580 Police Department Report relative to the July 24, 2019 Tavern compliance checks
involving forty-four (44) West Allis businesses, resulting in one (1) violation, El Sagitario
BNC LLC, Pascual Ramos, Agent, d/b/a El Sagitario BNC, premises located at 907 S.
84 St. (Unlicensed Operator (bartender/sales clerk): Martha G. Solis-Villasenor)
48. 2019-0581 Police Department Reports regarding July 2019 Wisconsin Clean Air Act Smoking Ban
Tobacco; and Tavern compliance checks resulting with no violations being reported
49. 2019-0582 Police Department Report involving The Spot, 6426 W. Greenfield Ave., Edward
Bomback and Lonnie Bald, Partners, Incident Date: July 11, 2019
50. 2019-0583 Police Department Report involving The Spot, 6426 W. Greenfield Ave., Edward
Bomback and Lonnie Bald, Partners, Incident Date: July 12, 2019
51. 2019-0574 Police Department Report involving Stallywood, 6827 W. National Ave., of Stallywood
LLC, Robert Anderson, Agent, Incident Date: July 4, 2019
52. 2019-0575 Police Department Report involving Red, White and Brews, 7127 W. National Ave., of
Red, White and Brews, LLC, Eric G. Millard, Agent, Incident Date: July 4, 2019
53. 2019-0578 Police Department Report involving Remedy Bar, 1309 S. 60 St., of LeLe's Whiskey
Corner, LLC, Erwin C. Magritz, Agent, Incident Date: July 11, 2019
54. 2019-0579 Police Department Report involving Remedy Bar, 1309 S. 60 St., of LeLe's Whiskey
Corner, LLC, Erwin C. Magritz, Agent, Incident Date: July 19, 2019
55. 2019-0584 Police Department Report relative to the July 29, 2019 Alcohol Compliance Checks
involving twelve (12) West Allis businesses, resulting with one (1) selling alcohol to an
underage person without requesting identification (Layton Food & Gas LLC, Tarlok
Bhatia, Agent, d/b/a Becher Liquor & Beer, premises located at 2077 S. 78 St)
(Licensed Operator (bartender/sales clerk: Laura A, Saldivar)
56. 2019-0570 2019-2020 Combination Class B Special Event Permit application no. 12 of ZJ Squared
Ventures LLC, John Mackowski, Agent, d/b/a The Brass Monkey, 11904 W.
Greenfield Ave., for Saturday, September 21, 2019 from 10:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. for
Nathan Hale Baseball Bags Tournament Fundraiser (Front parking area along W.
Greenfield Ave., no food, tent, or outdoor music). First (1st) permit application for
2019-2020 license year
57. 2019-0571 2019-2020 Combination Class B Special Event Permit application no. 13 of HMSR
LLC, Heather Rodriguez, Agent, d/b/a Stingers, 9524 W. Greenfield Ave., for
Customer Appreciation Pig Roast, to be held on Sunday, September 15, 2019, from
Noon to 6:00 p.m. (Drive way to fenced in backyard with food, and outdoor TV’s).
First (1st) permit application for 2019-2020 license year
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58. 2019-0587 License applications
2019-2020 Adult-Oriented Operator Permit applications:
Alcala, Piera D
Teal, Alexis N
2019-2021 Operator’s License (bartender/sales clerk) applications:
Ameen, Devan L
Borgwardt, Rebecca M
Carter, Tarrin L
Castro, Rocio
Ellis, Jaime E
Fugiasco, Kenneth J
Grospitz, David S
Hamelin, Tina M
Hernandez, Tiffany M
Kolar, Katherine L
Korn, Samantha K
Kowalewski, Donna L
Lane, Christine M
Nowaczyk, Robert L
Perez-Gardipee, Natalia M
Piscitello, Joseph T
Price, Holly A
Priegel, Ryan W
Regan, Patrick J
Rink, Sarah E
Sciano, VickiJo
Sherman-Beaudry, Dawn M
Steinmetz, Bradley J
Stessl, Victoria L
Townsend, Jessica T
Unverrich, Heather A
Wheat, Christopher R
Wiedmeyer, Alexander T
Winters, Heaven M
59. 2019-0610 2019-2020 Combination Class B Special Event Permit application no. 15 of HMSR
LLC, Heather Rodriguez, Agent, d/b/a Stingers, 9524 W. Greenfield Ave., for Jazz
Band, to be held on Sunday, September 22, 2019, from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Outdoor
Music. Second (2nd) permit application for 2019-2020 license year
60. 2019-0611 2019-2020 Combination Class B Special Event Permit application no. 14 of Lawrence
J. Robe Jr., d/b/a Capt’n Nicks, 1503 S. 81st St., for going away party for Scott, to be
held on Saturday, September 7, 2019, from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. (Fenced off side
lot). First (1st) permit application for 2019-2020 license year
61. 2019-0612 Schedule for Successor of Agent Ashley E. Kapalzynski, by Uncle Festers LLC, d/b/a
Uncle Festers, located at 5732 W. Mitchell St.
Public Hearing Items (License & Health Committee)
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62. 2019-0515 2019-2020 Class A Beer & Cider License application, of Kwik Trip, Inc, Ryan R.
Giesen, Agent , d/b/a Kwik Trip #1047, for the premises located at 10923 W. Lapham
St. (new-nonexisting location) in regard to exceeding the quota
ADVISORY COMMITTEE
New Matters for Introduction
63. 2019-0616 Reappointments by Mayor Devine to the West Allis Administrative Appeals Review
Board of Ald. Michael Czaplewski and Mr. Wayne Clark, their two-year terms to
expire June 30, 2021
64. 2019-0617 Reappointments by Mayor Devine to the West Allis Library Board of Jody
Rymaszewski and Michelle Wadewitz, their three-year terms to expire July 1, 2022
65. 2019-0618 Appointment by Mayor Devine of Mr. Ray Turner as a member of the West Allis
Library Board, his three-year term to expire July 1, 2022
66. 2019-0619 Change in appointment by Mayor Devine of David Raschka from Alternate Member to
Regular Member of the West Allis Plan Commission, his three-year term expires April
30, 2022
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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