Common Council
Regular MeetingWest Allis, WI · October 15, 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, October 15, 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 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. Haass.
D. PUBLIC HEARINGS
1. R-2019-0734 Resolution to approve the Year 2020 Operating Plan for the Downtown West Allis
Business Improvement District and to adopt the Special Assessment Method as
stated therein (Final)
Sponsors: Administration & Finance Committee
Attachments: 2020 BID Operating Plan - Signed
R-2019-0734 - Signed
AFFIDAVIT OF PUBLICATION - R-2019-0734 YR 2020 Operating Plan
Explanation by: Patrick Schloss, Community Development Manager
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 wished Laverne Price a Happy 101st Birthday.
H. ALDERPERSON'S REPORT
Ald. May announced the Hwy 100 Corridor Study open house; and wished Happy
Anniversary to Annette and Gary Barczak.
I. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
2. 2019-0770 Minutes (Draft) of the Common Council meeting of October 1, 2019
Attachments: 100119 CC Minutes.draft
A motion was made by Ald. Lajsic, seconded by Ald. Stefanski, that this matter be Approved. The
motion carried unanimously.
J. ITEMS NOT REFERRED TO COMMITTEE
3. 2019-0737 Report of the Municipal Judge for the month of September 2019, consisting of all
fines, costs and fees collected by the City of West Allis in the sum of $99,646.42
Attachments: Municipal Judge September 2019
This matter was Placed on File on a Block Vote
4. 2019-0708 Summons and Complaint in the matter of Highland Commons, LLC vs. City of West
Allis, Case No. 2019CV007517
Attachments: Claim - S&C Highland Commons 2019CV007517 10-1-19
This matter was Referred to the City Attorney for Legal Action on a Block Vote.
5. 2019-0710 Notice of Circumstances Giving Rise to Claim regarding Michelle Kasper injuries
allegedly sustained near the Morgan Grove Apartments, located at 3459 S. 110 St.
on or about July 14, 2019
Attachments: 2019-0710 Claim - Michelle Kasper 10-02-2019
This matter was Referred to the City Attorney for Legal Action on a Block Vote.
6. 2019-0725 Summons and Complaint in the matter of Wells Fargo Bank vs Timothy J. Lagoo, et
al, regarding foreclosure of mortgage, Case No. 2019CV007372
Attachments: Claim - Timothy J. Lagoo 2019CV007372 10-15-19
This matter was Referred to the City Attorney for Legal Action on a Block Vote.
7. 2019-0733 Claim by Daniel Komorowski regarding damage to vehicle at the intersection of W.
Dakota St. and S. 92 St. on September 29, 2019
Attachments: 2019-0733 Claim - Daniel Komorowski 10-15-19_Redacted
This matter was Referred to the City Attorney for Legal Action on a Block Vote.
8. 2019-0753 Lawsuit by Hillside Properties LLC alleging excessive real estate taxes for the year
2019 at 10211 W. Greenfield Ave., parcel number 449-9996-005
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Attachments: Claim - Hillside Properties 2019CV007109 10-15-19
This matter was Referred to the City Attorney for Legal Action on a Block Vote.
9. 2019-0755 Claim by Kelley Chaplock regarding vehicle damages at S. 84 St. and W. Beloit Rd.
on September 19, 2019
Attachments: 2019-0755 Claim - Kelley Chaplock-Redacted 10-9-19
This matter was Referred to the City Attorney for Legal Action on a Block Vote.
10. 2019-0756 Felker Family LP summons regarding alleged excessive real estate taxes improved for
the year 2019 at 333 S. 108 St., parcel number 414-9990-001, Case no.
2019CV00708
Attachments: Claim - Felker Family 10-9-19
This matter was Referred to the City Attorney for Legal Action on a Block Vote.
Passed The Block Vote
A motion was made by Ald. May, seconded by Ald. Reinke, to approve all the actions on the
preceding items on a Block Vote. The motion carried unanimously.
K. STANDING COMMITTEE REPORTS
ADMINISTRATION & FINANCE COMMITTEE
Chairperson Haass reported out item nos. 11-14 after recess.
SAFETY & DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
Chairperson Lajsic reported out item nos. 15-19 after recess.
L. COMMON COUNCIL RECESS
A motion was made by Ald. Lajsic, seconded by Ald. Vitale, that the Council recess until
completion of the Standing Committee meetings. The motion carried unanimously.
Thereupon, the Council took a recess at 7:07 p.m. Upon returning from recess at 8:23
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. 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
Attachments: O-2019-0022 signed
This matter was Passed on a Block Vote
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13. O-2019-0023 Ordinance to establish the salary of the Alderpersons of the City of West Allis for the
four year term commencing on the third Tuesday in April 2020
Sponsors: Administration & Finance Committee
This matter was Placed on File on a Block Vote
20. R-2019-0718 Resolution to approve a Storefront Improvement Program Grant Contract by and
between the City of West Allis and Donnelly Real Estate LLC, property owner for
the property located at 7301 W. National Ave. in an amount not to exceed $30,000
Sponsors: Administration & Finance Committee
Attachments: Storefront Contract
Exhibit A - Contractor Proposals
Exhibit B - Architectural Plans
Exhibit C - Budget
Storefront Contract - SIGNED
This matter was Adopted on a Block Vote
21. R-2019-0733 Resolution authorizing the Health Commissioner to utilize grant funding received from
the U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) for Training within the Environmental
Division in the amount of $3,000
Sponsors: Administration & Finance Committee
Attachments: GT190807275 3000 Grant Year 6 Sept-Oct 2019
R-2019-0733 signed
This matter was Adopted on a Block Vote
22. R-2019-0741 Resolution to consider the transfer of $40,000 from the Community and Economic
Development Investment Fund Reserve to the Community Development Authority of
the City of West Allis for purposes of a Land Contract regarding the property located
at 10620 W. Greenfield Ave.
Sponsors: Administration & Finance Committee
Attachments: R-2019-0741 signed
This matter was Adopted on a Block Vote
22a. R-2019-0754 Resolution relative to amending City of West Allis Policies & Procedures Manual
Policy No. 1113, Pay for Exceptional Performance and Educational Achievement
Rewards.
Sponsors: Administration & Finance Committee
Attachments: Policy 1113 - Marked Copy Shows Changes
Policy 1113 - Clean Copy
R-2019-0754 signed
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This matter was Adopted on a Block Vote
23. 2019-0738 Finance Director/Comptroller submitting report for September 2019 indicating City of
West Allis checks issued in the amount of $2,796,333.83
Attachments: September 2019 Monthly Claims Report to CC
This matter was Placed on File on a Block Vote
24. 2019-0757 2020 City of West Allis Mayor’s Recommended Budget
Attachments: Initial 2020 Budget Letter
2020 Recommended Budget 10.21.19 Final
Budget Power Point Presentation 10.21.19
2020 Budget - Public Hearing Notice Affidavit of Publication
Held in Administration & Finance Committee during recess.
25. 2019-0771 Communication regarding consideration of 2020 fee changes related to dog/cat
license late fees, record check fees, and fire inspection fees
Attachments: 20191015 Memo re 2020 Fee Changes
Fee Schedule Justification Form - Dog Cate License Late Fees
Fee Schedule Justification Form - Record Check Fee
Fee Schedule Justification Form - Fire Inspection Fees
This matter was Approved on a Block Vote
26. 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
Claims Report-October 15, 2019
This matter was Placed on File on a Block Vote
27. 2019-0398 Claim by Michael Doornek regarding damage to property at 8110 W. Raymond
Lane on May 22, 2019
Attachments: Doornek Denial Ltr
Claims Report-October 15, 2019
This matter was Denied on a Block Vote
28. 2019-0613 Jamaal Russell communication requesting reimbursement of towing fees allegedly
sustained on August 24, 2019
Attachments: Claim-Russell
Russell Denial Ltr
Claims Report-October 15, 2019
This matter was Denied on a Block Vote
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29. R-2019-0734 Resolution to approve the Year 2020 Operating Plan for the Downtown West Allis
Business Improvement District and to adopt the Special Assessment Method as
stated therein (Final)
Sponsors: Administration & Finance Committee
Attachments: 2020 BID Operating Plan - Signed
R-2019-0734 - Signed
AFFIDAVIT OF PUBLICATION - R-2019-0734 YR 2020 Operating Plan
This matter was Adopted on a Block Vote
30. R-2019-0690 Resolution to approve the Year 2020 Operating Plan for the Downtown West Allis
Business Improvement District and to adopt the Special Assessment Method as
stated therein (Preliminary)
Sponsors: Administration & Finance Committee
Attachments: 2020 DWABID Budget Operating Plan
2020 Assessment Roll
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
14. O-2019-0040 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: Alderperson Barczak
Attachments: O-2019-0040 signed
A motion was made by Ald. Haass, seconded by Ald. Barczak, that this matter was Passed as
Amended. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 9- Ald. Barczak, Ald. Czaplewski, Ald. May, Ald. Haass, Ald. Lajsic, Ald. Reinke, Ald. Roadt,
Ald. Vitale, and Ald. Weigel
No: 1- Ald. Stefanski
11. 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
Attachments: Mayor Salary Ord - Amended Copy
O-2019-0021 signed
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A motion was made by Ald. Haass, seconded by Ald. Barczak, that this matter was Passed. The
motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 8- Ald. Barczak, Ald. May, Ald. Haass, Ald. Lajsic, Ald. Reinke, Ald. Roadt, Ald. Vitale, and
Ald. Weigel
No: 2- Ald. Czaplewski, and Ald. Stefanski
PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE
31. R-2019-0731 Resolution authorizing the City Engineer to amend an existing agreement with Ring &
DuChateau, LLP for engineering services for Air Conditioning system repairs at the
West Allis Police Department in an amount not to exceed $10,000
Sponsors: Public Works Committee
Attachments: P219318_West Allis PD Chiller Replace
Amended Work Order #2 signed
R-2019-0731 signed
A motion was made by Ald. Barczak, seconded by Ald. Reinke, that this matter was Adopted.
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
15. R-2019-0712 Resolution to consider a Development Agreement by and between Chr. Hansen, Inc.
and the City of West Allis
Sponsors: Safety & Development Committee
Attachments: Chr Hansen Development Agreement
R-2019-0712 signed
This matter was Adopted on a Block Vote
16. R-2019-0714 Resolution to consider an Amendment #1 (amendment to the master site plan) to the
Development Agreement by and between the City of West Allis and developers
(West Quarter East, LLC and West Quarter West, LLC) regarding S. 70 St.
Corridor development project
Sponsors: Safety & Development Committee
Attachments: Amendment No. 1 to the Development Agreement
R-2019-0714 signed
This matter was Adopted on a Block Vote
17. R-2019-0716 Resolution to consider a Beloit Road Management Agreement by and between Beloit
Senior Housing, LLC and Ogden and Company, Inc.
Sponsors: Safety & Development Committee
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Attachments: Beloit Road Budget Worksheet
R-2019-0716
This matter was Adopted on a Block Vote
18. R-2019-0719 Resolution to consider an extension of time request for a Letter of Intent Agreement
with Capri Restaurant Group for the Reunion, located at 6610 W. Greenfield Ave.
Sponsors: Safety & Development Committee
Attachments: R-2019-0719 signed
This matter was Adopted As Amended on a Block Vote
19. R-2019-0720 Resolution to consider an extension of time request for Letter of Intent Agreement
with Baum Revision, LLC Group for property located at 6771 W. National Ave. and
potentially portions of 67** W. Mitchell St.
Sponsors: Safety & Development Committee
Attachments: R-2019-0720 signed
This matter was Adopted on a Block Vote
32. O-2019-0042 Ordinance to repeal and recreate Section 13.34 of the City of West Allis Revised
Municipal Code, Chapter 13, Building Code, relative to numbering of houses
Sponsors: Safety & Development Committee
Attachments: O-2019-0042 signed
This matter was Passed on a Block Vote
33. 2019-0758 Application for a Special Use Permit for Layman Brewing, a proposed brew pub, to
be located at 7133 W. Becher St. submitted by Kyle Ida, business owner/applicant
Attachments: Application - Layman Brewing
Layman Brewing - (SUP)
Held in Safety & Development Committee during recess.
34. 2019-0759 Application for a Special Use Permit for The Lapham, a proposed restaurant, to be
located at 1603 S. 81 St., with commercial parking to be located at 1603 S. 81 St.,
16**S. 82 St. and 16** S. 81 St.
Attachments: Application - The Lapham
The Lapham (SUP-SLA)
Kilsdon letter in favor
Held in Safety & Development Committee during recess.
35. 2019-0762 Application for a Special Use Permit for the Reunion Restaurant, a proposed
restaurant and event facility, to be located at 6610 W. Greenfield Ave.
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Attachments: Application - Reunion Restaurant
Reunion - (SUP-SLA)
Held in Safety & Development Committee during recess.
36. R-2019-0739 Resolution approving a Lease Agreement by and between the City of West Allis and
The LifeWay Church, located at 7515 W. National Ave., for parking in the Library
lot
Sponsors: Safety & Development Committee
Attachments: Lease Agreement - LifeWay Church
Lease Agreement - Amended (10-15-19 Council)
R-2019-0739 signed
This matter was Adopted with the Lease Agreement amended on a Block Vote
37. R-2019-0685 Resolution relative to determination of Application for a Special Use Permit for The
LifeWay Church, a proposed religious institution to be located at 7515 W. National
Ave.
Sponsors: Safety & Development Committee
Attachments: AFFIDAVIT OF PUBLICATION - PH Lifeway Church
R-2019-0685 signed
This matter was Adopted on a Block Vote
38. 2019-0649 Application for a Special Use Permit for The LifeWay Church, a proposed religious
institution, to be located at 7515 W. National Ave.
Attachments: Application - LifeWay Church
The LifeWay Church - (SUP-SLA)
This matter was Placed on File on a Block Vote
Passed The Block Vote
A motion was made by Ald. Lajsic, 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
LICENSE & HEALTH COMMITTEE
39. 2019-0763 Request from the Health Commissioner to fill the vacant Deputy Director position
through promotion of existing employee at the Health Department
Attachments: A. Palen Deputy Director position
This matter was Approved on a Block Vote
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40. 2019-0706 License applications
Adult-Oriented Operator Permit Applications 2019-2020
Orlando, Earline B
Class "B" Beer application 2019-2020
Mother of Perpetual Help Congregation, 2322 S. 106 St.,
Packer Party/Chili Cook-Off, Sunday, October 20, 2019,
noon - 8:00 p.m. (1st application, beer)
Manufactured and Mobile Home Community License Application 2019-2020
Derynda, Thaddeus J
Operator's License Applications 2019-2021
Bromley, Mary L.; Brzycki, Angelina K.; Isidoro, Sandy G,;
Keller, Brian R.; Kobow, Lily A.; Olson, Samuel J.; and Williamson, Angela L
This matter was Approved subject to the necessary requirement(s)
41. 2019-0736 Police Department Report regarding tavern violations/calls for service for the month of
September 2019
Attachments: September Tavern 2019
This matter was Placed on File on a Block Vote
42. 2019-0750 Police Department Reports regarding September 2019 Wisconsin Clean Air Act
Smoking Ban, Tobacco and Alcohol compliance checks resulting with no violations
being reported
This matter was Placed on File on a Block Vote
43. 2019-0740 Police Department Report involving Flappers, 7527 W. Becher St., of Mark S.
Silber, Incident Date: September 3, 2019
This matter was Placed on File on a Block Vote
44. 2019-0741 Police Department Report involving Broken Starr Saloon, 1100 S. 60 St., John Starr
Pickles LLC, John Starr, Agent, Incident Date: September 6, 2019
Held in License & Health Committee during recess.
45. 2019-0742 Police Department Report involving Premier Sports Lounge, 1022 S. 60 St., of
Premier Sports Lounge LLC, Tabitha Harris, Agent, Incident Date: September 6,
2019
Held in License & Health Committee during recess.
46. 2019-0744 Police Department Report involving JC’s Pub & Grub, 8028 W. National Ave., of
JC’s Pub, Inc., Jeffery Clark, Agent, Incident Date: September 18, 2019
This matter was Placed on File on a Block Vote
47. 2019-0745 Police Department Report involving Tap City U.S.A., 7207 W. National Ave., Tap
City, Inc., Philip Kleist, Agent, Incident Date: September 18, 2019
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This matter was Placed on File on a Block Vote
48. 2019-0746 Police Department Report involving Dingers, 6139 W. Beloit Rd., of Victory
Hospitality Group, Steven P. Miick, Agent, Incident Date: September 18, 2019
Held in License & Health Committee during recess.
49. 2019-0747 Police Department Report involving Dickens Grille & Spirits, 9646 W. Greenfield
Ave., of R & D Krueger Enterprises, Inc., Jeffrey Krueger, Agent, Incident Date:
September 19, 2019
This matter was Placed on File on a Block Vote
50. 2019-0748 Police Department Report involving Tap City U.S.A., 7207 W. National Ave., Tap
City, Inc., Philip Kleist, Agent, Incident Date: September 20, 2019
Held in License & Health Committee during recess.
51. 2019-0749 Police Department Report involving The Drunk Uncle, 1902 S. 68 St., of Steffek
LLC, Neal A. Steffek, Agent, Incident Date: September 21, 2019
This matter was Placed on File on a Block Vote
52. 2019-0739 Police Department Report involving Persona Bar, 6404 W. National Ave., of
Persona Bar, LLC, Lena M. Stiff, Agent, Incident Date: September 1, 2019
(2019-2020 Combination Class B License not renewed as of incident date)
This matter was Placed on File on a Block Vote
53. 2019-0743 Police Department Report involving Persona Bar, 6404 W. National Ave., of
Persona Bar, LLC, Lena M. Stiff, Agent, Incident Date: September 17, 2019
(2019-2020 Combination Class B License not renewed as of incident date)
This matter was Placed on File on a Block Vote
54. 2019-0751 Police Department Report relative to the September 8, 2019 Tavern compliance
checks involving eleven (11) West Allis businesses, resulting in two (2) violations,
Lele’s Whiskey Corner, LLC, Erwin Magritz, Agent, d/b/a Remedy Bar, premises
located at 1309 S. 60 St.
Held in License & Health Committee during recess.
55. 2019-0752 Police Department Report relative to the September 8, 2019 Tavern compliance
checks involving eleven (11) West Allis businesses, resulting in two (2) violations,
Crawdaddy’s on Greenfield, LLC, Troy Meyer, Agent, d/b/a Crawdaddy’s on
Greenfield, premises located at 9427 W. Greenfield Ave.
Held in License & Health Committee during recess.
56. 2019-0705 2019-2020 Combination Class B Liquor License application no. 2729 of Persona
Bar LLC, Lena Stiff, Agent, d/b/a Persona Bar LLC, for the premises located at
6404 W. National Ave.
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Attachments: AFFIDAVIT OF PUBLICATION - Applebees, Layman Brewing, and
Persona Bar
This matter was Denied based on the continued operation of the establishment without a valid
2019-2020 Combination Class B Liquor License from July 1, 2019 to present, including
multiple Police Dept. contacts and citations on a Block Vote
57. 2019-0707 2019-2020 Combination Class B Liquor License application no. 2730 of Wisconsin
Apple LLC, Kent Billingsley, Agent, d/b/a Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill & Bar, for
the premises located at 2865 S. 108 St. (new-existing location)
Attachments: AFFIDAVIT OF PUBLICATION - Applebees, Layman Brewing, and
Persona Bar
This matter was Approved subject to the necessary requirement(s) on a Block Vote
Passed The Block Vote
A motion was made by Ald. Czaplewski, seconded by Ald. May, to approve all the actions on the
preceding items on a Block Vote. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 10 - Ald. Barczak, Ald. Czaplewski, Ald. May, Ald. Haass, Ald. Lajsic, Ald. Reinke, Ald. Roadt,
Ald. Stefanski, Ald. Vitale, and Ald. Weigel
No: 0
ADVISORY COMMITTEE
58. 2019-0734 Library Director request for permission to destroy certain records
Attachments: Library Record Destruction
This matter was Approved on a Block Vote
59. 2019-0760 Appointments by Mayor Devine of members to the West Allis Christmas Parade
Subcommittee
Attachments: Christmas Parade Subcmte Appointment Letter
This matter was Approved on a Block Vote
60. 2019-0766 Appointment by Mayor Devine of Kathleen Dagenhardt as the Alternate Member
No. 1 on the Plan Commission, her three-year term expires on April 30, 2022
Attachments: Dagenhardt Appointment Letter
This matter was Approved on a Block Vote
61. 2019-0767 Appointments/Reappointments by Mayor Devine of Youth Members to the West
Allis Youth Commission
Attachments: Youth Members Appoinment Letter
This matter was Approved on a Block Vote
62. 2019-0768 Appointment by Mayor Devine of Melvin Johnson as an Adult Advisor-School
Superintendent Designee to the West Allis Youth Commission
Attachments: Johnson Appointment Letter
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This matter was Approved on a Block Vote
63. 2019-0769 Appointment by Mayor Devine of Brian Summerfield as an Adult Advisor-School
Superintendent Designee to the West Allis Youth Commission
Attachments: Summerfield Appointment Letter
This matter was Approved on a Block Vote
64. 2019-0764 Reappointments by Mayor Devine to the West Allis Commission on Aging of
Deborah Tiegs and John Zentgraf, their three-year terms to expire November 1, 2022
Attachments: Tiegs Appointment Letter
Zentgraf Appointment Letter
This matter was Approved on a Block Vote
65. 2019-0765 Reappointments by Mayor Devine to the West Allis Block Grant Committee of Dawn
Groshek and Steve Hook, their two-year terms to expire on September 1, 2021
Attachments: Groshek Appoiintment Letter
Hook Appointment Letter
This matter was Approved on a Block Vote
66. R-2019-0682 Resolution regarding a demand to impose incarceration and longer terms of
incarceration for criminals whose actions endanger the safety of West Allis citizens
Sponsors: Alderperson Stefanski
Held in Advisory Committee during recess.
Passed The Block Vote
A motion was made by Ald. Reinke, 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
N. ADJOURNMENT
A motion was made by Ald. Lajsic, seconded by Ald. Vitale, to adjourn at 8:30 p.m., with the next
regularly scheduled meeting to be held on November 5, 2019, at 7:00 p.m. The motion carried
unanimously.
Respectfully submitted,
Steven A. Braatz, Jr., City Clerk
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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, October 15, 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-2019-0734 Resolution to approve the Year 2020 Operating Plan for the Downtown West Allis
Business Improvement District and to adopt the Special Assessment Method as stated
therein (Final)
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. 2019-0770 Minutes (Draft) of the Common Council meeting of October 1, 2019
J. ITEMS NOT REFERRED TO COMMITTEE
3. 2019-0737 Report of the Municipal Judge for the month of September 2019, consisting of all fines,
costs and fees collected by the City of West Allis in the sum of $99,646.42
4. 2019-0708 Summons and Complaint in the matter of Highland Commons, LLC vs. City of West
Allis, Case No. 2019CV007517
5. 2019-0710 Notice of Circumstances Giving Rise to Claim regarding Michelle Kasper injuries
allegedly sustained near the Morgan Grove Apartments, located at 3459 S. 110 St. on
or about July 14, 2019
6. 2019-0725 Summons and Complaint in the matter of Wells Fargo Bank vs Timothy J. Lagoo, et al,
regarding foreclosure of mortgage, Case No. 2019CV007372
7. 2019-0733 Claim by Daniel Komorowski regarding damage to vehicle at the intersection of W.
Dakota St. and S. 92 St. on September 29, 2019
8. 2019-0753 Lawsuit by Hillside Properties LLC alleging excessive real estate taxes for the year 2019
at 10211 W. Greenfield Ave., parcel number 449-9996-005
9. 2019-0755 Claim by Kelley Chaplock regarding vehicle damages at S. 84 St. and W. Beloit Rd. on
September 19, 2019
10. 2019-0756 Felker Family LP summons regarding alleged excessive real estate taxes improved for
the year 2019 at 333 S. 108 St., parcel number 414-9990-001, Case no.
2019CV00708
K. STANDING COMMITTEE REPORTS
ADMINISTRATION & FINANCE COMMITTEE
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11. 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
Recommended for Passage.
Aye: 4 - Ald. Haass, Ald. Weigel. Ald. May, and Ald. Roadt
No: 1 - Ald. Czaplewski
12. 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
Unanimously Recommended for Passge.
13. O-2019-0023 Ordinance to establish the salary of the Alderpersons of the City of West Allis for the
four year term commencing on the third Tuesday in April 2020
Replaced by O-2019-0040 - Unanimously Recommended to be Placed on File
14. O-2019-0040 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
Unanimously Recommended for Passage as Amended
SAFETY & DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
(Regular Meeting held on October 9, 2019)
15. R-2019-0712 Resolution to consider a Development Agreement by and between Chr. Hansen, Inc.
and the City of West Allis
Unanimously Recommended For Adoption
16. R-2019-0714 Resolution to consider an Amendment #1 (amendment to the master site plan) to the
Development Agreement by and between the City of West Allis and developers (West
Quarter East, LLC and West Quarter West, LLC) regarding S. 70 St. Corridor
development project
Unanimously Recommended for Adoption
17. R-2019-0716 Resolution to consider a Beloit Road Management Agreement by and between Beloit
Senior Housing, LLC and Ogden and Company, Inc.
Unanimously Recommended For Adoption
18. R-2019-0719 Resolution to consider an extension of time request for a Letter of Intent Agreement with
Capri Restaurant Group for the Reunion, located at 6610 W. Greenfield Ave.
Unanimously Recommended for Adoption as Amended (amending from sixty (60) days to a ninety
(90) day extension of time)
19. R-2019-0720 Resolution to consider an extension of time request for Letter of Intent Agreement with
Baum Revision, LLC Group for property located at 6771 W. National Ave. and
potentially portions of 67** W. Mitchell St.
Unanimously Recommended for Adoption
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L. COMMON COUNCIL RECESS
M. NEW AND PREVIOUS MATTERS
ADMINISTRATION & FINANCE COMMITTEE
New Matters for Introduction
20. R-2019-0718 Resolution to approve a Storefront Improvement Program Grant Contract by and
between the City of West Allis and Donnelly Real Estate LLC, property owner for the
property located at 7301 W. National Ave. in an amount not to exceed $30,000
21. R-2019-0733 Resolution authorizing the Health Commissioner to utilize grant funding received from the
U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) for Training within the Environmental Division
in the amount of $3,000
22. R-2019-0741 Resolution to consider the transfer of $40,000 from the Community and Economic
Development Investment Fund Reserve to the Community Development Authority of the
City of West Allis for purposes of a Land Contract regarding the property located at
10620 W. Greenfield Ave.
23. 2019-0738 Finance Director/Comptroller submitting report for September 2019 indicating City of
West Allis checks issued in the amount of $2,796,333.83
24. 2019-0757 2020 City of West Allis Mayor’s Recommended Budget
Electronic version of the budget will likely be available on October 15, 2019 prior to the Common
Council meeting.
25. 2019-0771 Communication regarding consideration of 2020 fee changes related to dog/cat license
late fees, record check fees, and fire inspection fees
City Attorney Claim Report
26. 2019-0330 Claim by Andi Lushi regarding damage to property at 7726 W. Becher Street on March
8, 2019
City Attorney recommended to be Placed on File
27. 2019-0398 Claim by Michael Doornek regarding damage to property at 8110 W. Raymond Lane
on May 22, 2019
City Attorney Recommended to Deny
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28. 2019-0613 Jamaal Russell communication requesting reimbursement of towing fees allegedly
sustained on August 24, 2019
City Attorney Recommended to Deny
For each agenda item listed under the City Attorney Claim Report, the committee may convene in
closed session pursuant to the provisions of Section 19.85(1)(g) of the Wisconsin 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 Hearing Items (Administration & Finance Committee)
29. R-2019-0734 Resolution to approve the Year 2020 Operating Plan for the Downtown West Allis
Business Improvement District and to adopt the Special Assessment Method as stated
therein (Final)
30. R-2019-0690 Resolution to approve the Year 2020 Operating Plan for the Downtown West Allis
Business Improvement District and to adopt the Special Assessment Method as stated
therein (Preliminary)
Replaced by R-2019-0734 and will be Placed on File
PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE
New Matters for Introduction
31. R-2019-0731 Resolution authorizing the City Engineer to amend an existing agreement with Ring &
DuChateau, LLP for engineering services for Air Conditioning system repairs at the West
Allis Police Department in an amount not to exceed $10,000
SAFETY & DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
New Matters for Introduction
32. O-2019-0042 Ordinance to repeal and recreate Section 13.34 of the City of West Allis Revised
Municipal Code, Chapter 13, Building Code, relative to numbering of houses
33. 2019-0758 Application for a Special Use Permit for Layman Brewing, a proposed brew pub, to be
located at 7133 W. Becher St. submitted by Kyle Ida, business owner/applicant
34. 2019-0759 Application for a Special Use Permit for The Lapham, a proposed restaurant, to be
located at 1603 S. 81 St., with commercial parking to be located at 1603 S. 81 St.,
16**S. 82 St. and 16** S. 81 St.
35. 2019-0762 Application for a Special Use Permit for the Reunion Restaurant, a proposed restaurant
and event facility, to be located at 6610 W. Greenfield Ave.
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36. R-2019-0739 Resolution approving a Lease Agreement by and between the City of West Allis and The
LifeWay Church, located at 7515 W. National Ave., for parking in the Library lot
Previous Matters for Consideration
37. R-2019-0685 Resolution relative to determination of Application for a Special Use Permit for The
LifeWay Church, a proposed religious institution to be located at 7515 W. National
Ave.
38. 2019-0649 Application for a Special Use Permit for The LifeWay Church, a proposed religious
institution, to be located at 7515 W. National Ave.
LICENSE & HEALTH COMMITTEE
New Matters for Introduction
39. 2019-0763 Request from the Health Commissioner to fill the vacant Deputy Director position
through promotion of existing employee at the Health Department
Pursuant to policy 404 section 7.0 (1)(a) the promotions for deputy positions are to be considered
by the committee which liaisons with the department
40. 2019-0706 License applications
Adult-Oriented Operator Permit Applications 2019-2020
Orlando, Earline B
Class "B" Beer application 2019-2020
Mother of Perpetual Help Congregation, 2322 S. 106 St.,
Packer Party/Chili Cook-Off, Sunday, October 20, 2019,
noon - 8:00 p.m. (1st application, beer)
Manufactured and Mobile Home Community License Application 2019-2020
Derynda, Thaddeus J
Operator's License Applications 2019-2021
Bromley, Mary L
Brzycki, Angelina K
Isidoro, Sandy G
Keller, Brian R
Kobow, Lily A
Olson, Samuel J
Williamson, Angela L
41. 2019-0736 Police Department Report regarding tavern violations/calls for service for the month of
September 2019
42. 2019-0750 Police Department Reports regarding September 2019 Wisconsin Clean Air Act
Smoking Ban, Tobacco and Alcohol compliance checks resulting with no violations
being reported
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43. 2019-0740 Police Department Report involving Flappers, 7527 W. Becher St., of Mark S. Silber,
Incident Date: September 3, 2019
44. 2019-0741 Police Department Report involving Broken Starr Saloon, 1100 S. 60 St., John Starr
Pickles LLC, John Starr, Agent, Incident Date: September 6, 2019
45. 2019-0742 Police Department Report involving Premier Sports Lounge, 1022 S. 60 St., of Premier
Sports Lounge LLC, Tabitha Harris, Agent, Incident Date: September 6, 2019
46. 2019-0744 Police Department Report involving JC’s Pub & Grub, 8028 W. National Ave., of JC’s
Pub, Inc., Jeffery Clark, Agent, Incident Date: September 18, 2019
47. 2019-0745 Police Department Report involving Tap City U.S.A., 7207 W. National Ave., Tap City,
Inc., Philip Kleist, Agent, Incident Date: September 18, 2019
48. 2019-0746 Police Department Report involving Dingers, 6139 W. Beloit Rd., of Victory Hospitality
Group, Steven P. Miick, Agent, Incident Date: September 18, 2019
49. 2019-0747 Police Department Report involving Dickens Grille & Spirits, 9646 W. Greenfield Ave.,
of R & D Krueger Enterprises, Inc., Jeffrey Krueger, Agent, Incident Date: September
19, 2019
50. 2019-0748 Police Department Report involving Tap City U.S.A., 7207 W. National Ave., Tap City,
Inc., Philip Kleist, Agent, Incident Date: September 20, 2019
51. 2019-0749 Police Department Report involving The Drunk Uncle, 1902 S. 68 St., of Steffek LLC,
Neal A. Steffek, Agent, Incident Date: September 21, 2019
52. 2019-0739 Police Department Report involving Persona Bar, 6404 W. National Ave., of Persona
Bar, LLC, Lena M. Stiff, Agent, Incident Date: September 1, 2019 (2019-2020
Combination Class B License not renewed as of incident date)
53. 2019-0743 Police Department Report involving Persona Bar, 6404 W. National Ave., of Persona
Bar, LLC, Lena M. Stiff, Agent, Incident Date: September 17, 2019 (2019-2020
Combination Class B License not renewed as of incident date)
54. 2019-0751 Police Department Report relative to the September 8, 2019 Tavern compliance checks
involving eleven (11) West Allis businesses, resulting in two (2) violations, Lele’s
Whiskey Corner, LLC, Erwin Magritz, Agent, d/b/a Remedy Bar, premises located at
1309 S. 60 St.
55. 2019-0752 Police Department Report relative to the September 8, 2019 Tavern compliance checks
involving eleven (11) West Allis businesses, resulting in two (2) violations, Crawdaddy’s
on Greenfield, LLC, Troy Meyer, Agent, d/b/a Crawdaddy’s on Greenfield, premises
located at 9427 W. Greenfield Ave.
56. 2019-0705 2019-2020 Combination Class B Liquor License application no. 2729 of Persona Bar
LLC, Lena Stiff, Agent, d/b/a Persona Bar LLC, for the premises located at 6404 W.
National Ave.
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57. 2019-0707 2019-2020 Combination Class B Liquor License application no. 2730 of Wisconsin
Apple LLC, Kent Billingsley, Agent, d/b/a Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill & Bar, for
the premises located at 2865 S. 108 St. (new-existing location)
ADVISORY COMMITTEE
New Matters for Introduction
58. 2019-0734 Library Director request for permission to destroy certain records
59. 2019-0760 Appointments by Mayor Devine of members to the West Allis Christmas Parade
Subcommittee
60. 2019-0766 Appointment by Mayor Devine of Kathleen Dagenhardt as the Alternate Member No. 1
on the Plan Commission, her three-year term expires on April 30, 2022
61. 2019-0767 Appointments/Reappointments by Mayor Devine of Youth Members to the West Allis
Youth Commission
62. 2019-0768 Appointment by Mayor Devine of Melvin Johnson as an Adult Advisor-School
Superintendent Designee to the West Allis Youth Commission
63. 2019-0769 Appointment by Mayor Devine of Brian Summerfield as an Adult Advisor-School
Superintendent Designee to the West Allis Youth Commission
64. 2019-0764 Reappointments by Mayor Devine to the West Allis Commission on Aging of Deborah
Tiegs and John Zentgraf, their three-year terms to expire November 1, 2022
65. 2019-0765 Reappointments by Mayor Devine to the West Allis Block Grant Committee of Dawn
Groshek and Steve Hook, their two-year terms to expire on September 1, 2021
Previous Matters for Consideration
66. R-2019-0682 Resolution regarding a demand to impose incarceration and longer terms of incarceration
for criminals whose actions endanger the safety of West Allis citizens
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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