Common Council
Regular MeetingWest Allis, WI · June 16, 2020
Minutes
City of West Allis
Meeting Minutes
Common Council
Mayor Dan Devine, Chair
Alderperson Thomas G. Lajsic, Council President
Alderpersons: Suzzette Grisham, Kevin Haass, Danna Kuehn, Thomas G. Lajsic, Rosalie L. Reinke, Daniel J. Roadt, Tracy
Stefanski, Angelito Tenorio, Vincent Vitale, and Martin J. Weigel
Tuesday, June 16, 2020 7:02 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 7:02 p.m.
B. ROLL CALL
Present 10 - Grisham, Haass, Kuehn, Lajsic, Reinke, Roadt, Stefanski, Tenorio, Vitale, and Weigel
C. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Ald. Grisham.
D. PUBLIC HEARINGS
1. O-2020-0023 Ordinance to amend Sections 12.06, 12.43 and 12.45 of the Municipal Code of the
City of West Allis related to establishing a nominal price retail store definition and
regulations
Sponsors: Safety & Development Committee
Attachments: Ord_O-2020-0023
Explanation by Steve Schaer, Planning Manager.
Public Comments: None.
Public Hearing Held.
2. R-2020-0345 Resolution relative to determination of Application for a Special Use Permit for
outdoor dining extension of premise for Paulies Field Trip and existing tavern located
at 1430 S. 81 St. and abutting parking lots located in the 1400 block of S. 81 St.
Sponsors: Safety & Development Committee
Attachments: Application - Paulies Field Trip
Partial Signed R-2020-0345 SUP Field Trip
Explanation by Steve Schaer, Planning Manager.
Public Comments:
The following spoke in opposition:
Robert Bachus, 1445 S. 81 St.
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Shawn Rodecki 1419 S. 80 St.
Katherine Shaw, 1445 S. 81 St.
Al Michael
Public Hearing Held.
3. 2020-0405 On the 2020-2021 Class B Tavern License application for AHTRST Concessions,
LLC, Yacoub I. Kaloti, Agent, d/b/a Holiday Inn Express West Allis, for the
premises located at 10201 W. Lincoln Ave. (new-nonexisting location) in regard to
exceeding the Class B Tavern License Quota
Explanation by Steve Schaer, Planning Manager.
Public Comments:
Yacoub Kaloti, General Manager of the Holiday Inn Express, spoke of the alcohol
expectations within the premises.
Gerald Griesemer, 2367 S. 98 St., spoke in favor of Holiday Inn Express.
Public Hearing Held.
E. 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.
F. MAYOR'S REPORT
Mayor Devine congratulated all the seniors from the high schools on their graduation.
G. ALDERPERSON'S REPORT
Ald. Weigel mentioned that it is nice to be back in the Council Chambers working
together.
Ald. Grisham thanked the departments and Rebecca Grill for the hard work to put the
Zoom meetings together and the organization of the in person meetings are following the
COVID guidelines.
H. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
4. 2020-0422 Minutes (Draft) of the Common Council meeting of June 2, 2020
Attachments: 060220 CC Minutes (draft)
A motion was made by Lajsic, seconded by Reinke, that this matter be Approved. The motion
carried unanimously.
I. ITEMS NOT REFERRED TO COMMITTEE
5. 2020-0388 Claim by Armando J. Chevere Ortega and Joanna I. Vazquez Martinez regarding
damage to vehicle at W. O’Connor St. and N. 84 St. on May 17, 2020
Attachments: Chevere Ortega and Joanna I. Vazquez Martinez
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This matter was Referred for Legal Action to the City Attorney on a Block Vote.
6. 2020-0389 Claim by Kristine Marie Hartmann regarding damage to vehicle at W. Arthur Ave.
and S. 96 St. on April 20, 2020
Attachments: 2020-0389 Claim - Kristine Marie Hartmann
Claims Report-July 14, 2020
This matter was Referred for Legal Action to the City Attorney on a Block Vote.
Passed The Block Vote
A motion was madeby Lajsic, seconded by Reinke, to approve all the actions on item nos. 5 and 6
on a Block Vote.The motion carried unanimously.
J. STANDING COMMITTEE REPORTS
None.
K. COMMON COUNCIL RECESS
A motion was made by Lajsic, seconded by Reinke, that the Council recess until completion of
the Standing Committee meetings The motion carried unanimously.
Thereupon, the Council took a recess at 7:38 p.m. Upon returning from recess at 9:19
p.m., and the roll call being taken, the following were present:
Present 10 - Grisham, Haass, Kuehn, Lajsic, Reinke, Roadt, Stefanski, Tenorio, Vitale, and Weigel
L. NEW AND PREVIOUS MATTERS
ADMINISTRATION & FINANCE COMMITTEE
7. R-2020-0288 Resolution approving application to Board of Commissioners of Public Lands to
borrow $1,325,000 from the State Trust Funds, and authorizing the borrowing and
the issuance of certificates of indebtedness and levying a tax in connection therewith
Sponsors: Administration & Finance Committee
This matter was Placed on File on a Block Vote.
8. R-2020-0334 Resolution relative to accepting the proposal of CalAmp for furnishing and delivering
GPS equipment for the monitoring and tracking of City vehicles for an annual sum of
$34,560
Sponsors: Alderperson Lajsic
Attachments: CalAmp Invoice No. 36865
R-2020-0334 CalAmp
This matter was Adopted on a Block Vote.
9. R-2020-0346 Resolution to approve a Commercial Facade Improvement Project Contract by and
between the City of West Allis and Cieslak Enterprises, LLC, property owner for the
property located at 7133 W. Becher St, in the amount up to 5,136
Sponsors: Administration & Finance Committee
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Attachments: 7133 W Becher - Cieslak Enterprises, LLC - Contract & Attachments
(6-11-20)
Signed R-2020-0346 Cieslak Enterprises
This matter was Adopted on a Block Vote.
10. R-2020-0350 Resolution to consider an obligation of repayment to Health and Urban Development
(HUD) regarding the Community Development Block Grant Program (CDBG)
Sponsors: Administration & Finance Committee
Attachments: Signed R-2020-0350 HUD
This matter was Adopted on a Block Vote.
11. R-2020-0359 Resolution to consider the transfer of close out costs related to the Neighborhood
Stabilization Program (NSP) to the Community Development Block Grant Program
(CDBG)
Sponsors: Administration & Finance Committee
Attachments: Signed R-2020-0359 NSP
This matter was Adopted on a Block Vote.
12. R-2020-0353 Resolution authorizing the purchase of one unmarked Ford Explorer replacement
squad car in a sum not to exceed $35,000
Sponsors: Alderperson Haass
Attachments: Signed R-2020-0353 Ford Explorer
This matter was Adopted on a Block Vote.
13. R-2020-0354 Resolution approving a two-year extension and amendment to the Intergovernmental
Emergency Medical Services Agreement for Emergency Medical Services (EMS)
between Milwaukee County and the City of West Allis for 2021-2025
Sponsors: Administration & Finance Committee
Attachments: 20-197 2021 AMENDMENT NO 2
Signed R-2020-0354 Intergovernmental EMS btwn Milw Cty 2021-2025
This matter was Adopted on a Block Vote.
14. R-2020-0360 Resolution authorizing the City Administrator to enter into a contract/professional
service agreement with one or more of the financial firms listed within this resolution to
provide temporary finance staffing for a total sum not to exceed $35,000
Sponsors: Administration & Finance Committee
Attachments: Signed R-2020-0360 Finance Temp Staffing
This matter was Adopted on a Block Vote.
15. 2020-0398 Communication from City Administrator submitting 2021 Budget and Capital Planning
Calendar
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Attachments: Budget and Capital Planning Calendar cover letter
2021 Budget Calendar
This matter was Placed on File on a Block Vote.
16. 2020-0415 Discussion regarding request by The Farmer's Wife LLC to settle outstanding debt
This matter was Placed on File on a Block Vote.
17. 2020-0412 Finance Director/Comptroller submitting report for May 2020 indicating City of West
Allis checks issued in the amount of $2,377,961.97
Attachments: May 2020 Monthly Claims Report to CC
This matter was Placed on File on a Block Vote.
18. R-2020-0289 Resolution granting a selective waiver of interest and penalties associated with late
payment of the May 31, 2020 tax levy installment to those City of West Allis property
taxpayers adversely impacted by the public health emergency and setting a final due
date of the 2019 tax collections of October 1, 2020
Sponsors: Administration & Finance Committee
This matter was Placed on File on a Block Vote.
19. 2018-0445 Summons and Complaint in the matter of Sam’s Real Estate Business Trust vs City of
West Allis, Case No. 18-CV-30301.
Attachments: Sam's Real Estate Trust CV-18-30301
Settlement Agreement - West Allis Sam's - 2017-2018 - signed by Sam's
This matter was Settled on a Block Vote.
20. 2018-0640 Summons and Complaint in the matter of Sam’s Real Estate Business Trust vs. City of
West Allis regarding money judgment. Case No. 2018CV006035.
Attachments: Claim-Sam's Real Estate
Settlement Agreement - West Allis Sam's - 2017-2018 - signed by Sam's
This matter was Settled on a Block Vote.
20a. 2020-0012 Summons and Complaint by West Allis Hotel Ventures alleging excessive 2019
assessment of the property for 8201 W. Greenfield Ave. (Case No.
2019CV007065)
Attachments: S&C WA Hotel Ventures (Case No. 2019CV007065)
This matter was Settled on a Block Vote.
Passed The Block Vote
A motion was made by Haass to approve all the actions on item nos. 7-20a. on a Block Vote. The
motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 10 - Grisham, Haass, Kuehn, Lajsic, Reinke, Roadt, Stefanski, Tenorio, Vitale, and Weigel
No: 0
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PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE
21. R-2020-0335 Resolution to approve bid of Green Bay Pipe & TV, LLC for the closed circuit TV
inspection of sanitary and storm sewer at various locations in the City of West Allis in
the amount of $87,378.40
Sponsors: Public Works Committee
Attachments: 2020-9 BID RESULTS
Signed R-2020-0335 Green Bay Pipe & TV (pw)
Green Bay Pipe & TV LLC signed contract
This matter was Adopted on a Block Vote.
22. R-2020-0336 Resolution authorizing the City Engineer to amend an existing construction contract
with State Contractors, Inc. for the reconstruction of the concrete alley pavement and
storm underdrain in the alley from S. Buchanan Pl. to S. 69th St. and from W. Beloit
Rd. to W. Arthur Ave. in the amount of $23,866.67
Sponsors: Public Works Committee
Attachments: Change Order 1
Signed R-2020-0336 State Contractors (pw)
This matter was Adopted on a Block Vote.
Passed The Block Vote
A motion was made by Roadt to approve all the actions on item nos. 21 and 22 on a Block Vote.
The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 10 - Grisham, Haass, Kuehn, Lajsic, Reinke, Roadt, Stefanski, Tenorio, Vitale, and Weigel
No: 0
SAFETY & DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
23. R-2020-0344 Resolution for a sixty day extension (until August 18, 2020) of a temporary
moratorium on warehousing, self-storage uses, vehicle and equipment sales and/or
rental within an area east of State Highway 100 (STH100) to the existing railroad
right-of-way and from W. Washington St. to the north City limits
Sponsors: Alderperson Weigel
Attachments: Signed R-2020-0344 Moratorium
This matter was Adopted on a Block Vote.
24. O-2020-0023 Ordinance to amend Sections 12.06, 12.43 and 12.45 of the Municipal Code of the
City of West Allis related to establishing a nominal price retail store definition and
regulations
Sponsors: Safety & Development Committee
Attachments: Ord_O-2020-0023
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This matter was Passed on a Block Vote.
25. R-2020-0345 Resolution relative to determination of Application for a Special Use Permit for
outdoor dining extension of premise for Paulies Field Trip and existing tavern located
at 1430 S. 81 St. and abutting parking lots located in the 1400 block of S. 81 St.
Sponsors: Safety & Development Committee
Attachments: Application - Paulies Field Trip
Partial Signed R-2020-0345 SUP Field Trip
Held in Safety & Development Committee during recess.
Passed The Block Vote
A motion was made by Lajsic to approve all the actions on item nos. 23 and 24 on a Block Vote.
The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 10 - Grisham, Haass, Kuehn, Lajsic, Reinke, Roadt, Stefanski, Tenorio, Vitale, and Weigel
No: 0
LICENSE & HEALTH COMMITTEE
26. O-2020-0022 Ordinance to create an expedited approval process for temporary extensions of Class
B Licensed premises amending section 9.02(5)
Sponsors: Alderperson Weigel
Attachments: Ordinance for temp extension
2020 Expedited Extension of Alcohol Beverage Premises form
This matter was Passed on a Block Vote.
27. 2020-0418 Expedited Temporary Extensions
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Attachments: Expedited Temporary Extension of Class B Licensed Premises
BRASS MONKEY.2020 Expedited Extension of Alcohol Beverage Premises
form
LAYMAN BREWING.2020 Expedited Extension of Alcohol Beverage
Premises form
LYNCHS.2020 Expedited Extension of Alcohol Beverage Premises form
NATTY OAKS.2020 Expedited Extension of Alcohol Beverage Premises
form
SLURP-N-BURP.2020 Expedited Extension of Alcohol Beverage Premises
form
STINGERS.2020 Expedited Extension of Alcohol Beverage Premises form
JUNE 16 PACKET.2020 Expedited Extension of Alcohol Beverage Premises
form
July 14, 2020 Expedited Temporary Extension Packet
July 14, 2020 Expedited Temporary Extension List
DOPP'S BAR 7/14/2020
DA BAR 7/14/2020
LIMANSKI'S PUB 7/14/2020
SHAMROX 7/14/2020
STALLYWOOD 7/1/42020
This matter was Approved on a Block Vote.
28. 2020-0406 Stipulation In the Matter of the Complaint Against Boosters West LLC, Keith
Randolph, licensing agent, d/b/a Boosters West, for the premises located at 7731 W.
Becher St.
Attachments: Boosters Signed Stipulation
This matter was Placed on File on a Block Vote.
29. 2020-0407 Stipulation In the Matter of the Complaint Against R & K Entertainment Enterprises
LLC, Robert M. Lucas, licensing agent, d/b/a Slurp-N-Burp Fun Bar, for the
premises located at 1454 S. 92 St.
Attachments: RK Entertainment Enterprises LLC Stipulation (Slurp n burp) Signed
This matter was Placed on File on a Block Vote.
30. 2020-0408 Stipulation In the Matter of the Complaint Against Havana Lounge LLC, Brian
Blocher, d/b/a Havana Lounge and Cigar, for the premises located at 9505 W.
Greenfield Ave.
Attachments: Havana Lounge Signed Stipulation
This matter was Placed on File on a Block Vote.
31. 2020-0410 Police Department Report regarding no tavern violations/calls for service for the
month of May 2020
Attachments: May2020Tavernreport redacted
This matter was Placed on File on a Block Vote.
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32. 2020-0413 Renewal applications for certain alcohol licenses, adult-oriented establishment
operator permits, arcade licenses, amusement/phonograph distributor licenses,
manufactured and mobile home community renewal licenses, secondhand article
dealer licenses, secondhand jewelry dealer licenses, salvage & recycling center
licenses, used vehicle dealer licenses, and operator's licenses (bartenders/sales clerks)
Attachments: Liquor License list for June 16, 2020 CC
The completed list of applicants is available online at https://westalliswi.legistar.com/ or
by contacting the city clerk's office.
This matter was Approved subject to the necessary requirement(s) on a Block Vote.
33. 2020-0391 2019-2020 Class B Tavern Special Event Permit application no. 25 of John Starr
Pickles, LLC, d/b/a Broken Starr Saloon, John R. Starr, Agent, 1100 S. 60 St., for a
Stink Starr Chopper Show, to be held on Sunday, June 26, 2020 from Noon to 8:00
p.m. (back parking lot; tents and outdoor music). First permit application for
2019-2020 license year.
This matter was Approved on a Block Vote.
34. 2020-0414 2020-2021 Class B Tavern Special Event Permit application no. 5 of HMSR LLC,
Heather Rodriguez, Agent, d/b/a Stingers, 9524 W. Greenfield Ave., for a Wedding,
to be held on Sunday, July 12, 2020, from 2:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., outdoor music and
food (backyard fenced area and driveway). First permit application for 2020-2021
license year.
This matter was Approved on a Block Vote.
35. 2020-0394 Appointment of new Agent, Thanh Van Nguyen, by Singha Thai, LTD., d/b/a Singha
Thai Restaurant, premises located at 2237 S. 108 St.
This matter was Approved on a Block Vote.
36. 2020-0424 Request to amend premises of Station No. 6, located at 6800 W. Becher St. extend
the premises to include purposed outdoor grilling area east of the patio. (2020-2021
Class B Tavern License renewal application no. 2678 of West Allis Cheese &
Sausage Shoppe, Inc., Mark S. Lutz, Agent
Attachments: premise add
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Description of premises
This matter was Approved on a Block Vote.
38. 2020-0395 2020-2021 Class B Tavern License application of Ricky’s Restaurant, LLC, Gudelia
Calva Vazquez, Agent, d/b/a Al Pastor Mexican Food, 6533 W. Mitchell St.
(new-existing location)
This matter was Approved subject to the necessary requirement(s) on a Block Vote.
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41. 2020-0384 2020-2021 Combination Class B Special Event Permit application no. 3 of Paulie's
Pub and Eatery, LLC, Kristine Budiac, Agent, d/b/a Paulie's Pub and Eatery, 8031
W. Greenfield Ave., for premises extension due to COVID, May thru October 2020,
(all of Paulie’s Pub and Eatery parking lot, with tent, food, and outdoor music) First
(1st) permit application for 2020-2021 license year
This matter was Approved on a Block Vote.
42. 2020-0385 2020-2021 Combination Class B Special Event Permit application no. 4 of Field
Trip, LLC, Kristine Budiac, Agent, d/b/a Paulie's Field Trip, 1430 S. 81 St., for
premises extension due to COVID, May thru October 2020, (all of Paulie’s Field
Trip parking lot and the parking lot north of Field Trip, with tent, food, and outdoor
music) First (1st) permit application for 2020-2021 license year
Attachments: Information Regarding Paulie's Pub and Paulie's Field Trip
All_PD_Calls_Paulies_Field_Trip_Redacted
Paulie's Field Trip Special Event Permit Conditions
This matter was Held.
43. 2020-0204 2019-2021 Operator’s License (bartender/sales clerk) application of Jessica N. St.
Louis
This matter was Approved on a Block Vote.
Passed The Block Vote
A motion was made by Haass to approve all the actions on item nos. 26-30, 32-41, and 43 on a
Block Vote. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 10 - Grisham, Haass, Kuehn, Lajsic, Reinke, Roadt, Stefanski, Tenorio, Vitale, and Weigel
No: 0
44. 2020-0366 2019-2021 Operator’s License (bartender/sales clerk) application of Lamarcus A.
Young Jr.
This matter was Denied based upon the Police Report on a Block Vote.
46. 2020-0370 2019-2021 Operator’s License (bartender/sales clerk) application of Dean R.
Dombrowski
Passed The Block Vote
A motion was made to approve all the actions on item nos. 44 and 46 on a Block Vote. The
motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 10 - Grisham, Haass, Kuehn, Lajsic, Reinke, Roadt, Stefanski, Tenorio, Vitale, and Weigel
No: 0
37. 2020-0417 Petition to exceed the alcohol license quota submitted by Maria E. Rupena
Karczewski, agent, for a 2020-2021 Combination Class A Liquor License for
Rupena’s, Inc., d/b/a Rupena’s, located at 7645 W. Beloit Rd.
Attachments: Rupena Petition to Exceed the Quota
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A motion was made by Vitale that this matter was Approved subject to the necessary
requirement(s). The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 9- Grisham, Haass, Kuehn, Lajsic, Reinke, Roadt, Tenorio, Vitale, and Weigel
No: 1- Stefanski
39. 2020-0396 2020-2021 Class B Tavern License renewal application, Dance Hall License renewal
application, and Instrumental Music License renewal application of Weigel's Hillcrest,
Inc., Martin J. Weigel, Agent, d/b/a Benno's Genuine Bar & Grill, for premises
located at 7413 W. Greenfield Ave.
A motion was made by Vitale that this matter was Approved subject to the necessary
requirement(s). The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 9- Grisham, Haass, Kuehn, Lajsic, Reinke, Roadt, Stefanski, Tenorio, and Vitale
No: 0
Abstain: 1- Weigel
40. 2020-0364 2020-2021 Class B Tavern License application of ANTRST Concessions LLC,
Yacoub I. Kaloti, Agent, d/b/a Holiday Inn Express West Allis, 10111 W. Lincoln
Ave. (new-nonexisting location)
This matter was Approved subject to the necessary requirement(s).
Aye: 9- Grisham, Haass, Kuehn, Lajsic, Reinke, Roadt, Tenorio, Vitale, and Weigel
No: 1- Stefanski
45. 2020-0367 2019-2021 Operator’s License (bartender/sales clerk) application of Jessica R.
Schilg Phrakousonh
A motion was made by Vitale that this matter was Approved. The motion carried by the following
vote:
Aye: 9- Grisham, Haass, Kuehn, Lajsic, Roadt, Stefanski, Tenorio, Vitale, and Weigel
No: 1- Reinke
ADVISORY COMMITTEE
New Matters for Introduction
47. R-2020-0339 Resolution in support of the law enforcement officers of the West Allis Police
Department
Sponsors: Alderperson Roadt
Attachments: Signed R-2020-0339 Law enforcement officers
This matter was Adopted on a Block Vote.
48. R-2020-0342 Resolution regarding racial equality as part of the Intergovernmental Cooperation
Council (ICC)
Sponsors: Alderperson Lajsic
Attachments: Signed R-2020-0342 ICC
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This matter was Adopted on a Block Vote.
49. R-2020-0349 Resolution to sponsor a parade organized by Alderman Tracy Stefanski along W.
Greenfield Ave. and S. 70 St. on July 4, 2020
Sponsors: Alderperson Stefanski
Attachments: Resolution statement
This matter was Adopted on a Block Vote.
50. 2020-0427 Appointment by Mayor Devine of Alderperson Angelito Tenorio to the West Allis
Library Board, his three-year term to expire July 1, 2023
This matter was Approved on a Block Vote.
51. 2020-0373 Discussion regarding the city sponsoring a community run 4th of July parade
Recommended to be Placed on File.
Passed The Block Vote
A motion was made by Reinke to approve all the actions on item nos. 47-51 on a Block Vote. The
motion carried by the following vote:
Aye: 10 - Grisham, Haass, Kuehn, Lajsic, Reinke, Roadt, Stefanski, Tenorio, Vitale, and Weigel
No: 0
M. ADJOURNMENT
A motion was made by Lajsic, seconded by Reinke, to adjourn at 9:28 p.m., with the next
regularly scheduled meeting to be held on July 14, 2020, 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
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Agenda
City of West Allis
Meeting Agenda
Common Council
Mayor Dan Devine, Chair
Alderperson Thomas G. Lajsic, Council President
Alderpersons: Suzzette Grisham, Kevin Haass, Danna Kuehn, Thomas G. Lajsic, Rosalie L. Reinke, Daniel J. Roadt,
Tracy Stefanski, Angelito Tenorio, Vincent Vitale, and Martin J. Weigel
Tuesday, June 16, 2020 7:00 PM City Hall, Common Council Chambers
7525 W. Greenfield Avenue
REGULAR MEETING
If you wish to view the meeting, you can watch the meeting as it is livestreamed on the City of West
Allis YouTube Channel (https://www.youtube.com/user/westalliscitychannel/live). If you wish to
participate in person please call 414-302-8294 and leave a message prior to 11:00 a.m. CST on
Tuesday, June 16, 2020.
A. CALL TO ORDER
B. ROLL CALL
C. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Led by Ald. Grisham
D. PUBLIC HEARINGS
1. O-2020-0023 Ordinance to amend Sections 12.06, 12.43 and 12.45 of the Municipal Code of the City
of West Allis related to establishing a nominal price retail store definition and regulations
2. R-2020-0345 Resolution relative to determination of Application for a Special Use Permit for outdoor
dining extension of premise for Paulies Field Trip and existing tavern located at 1430 S.
81 St. and abutting parking lots located in the 1400 block of S. 81 St.
3. 2020-0405 On the 2020-2021 Class B Tavern License application for AHTRST Concessions,
LLC, Yacoub I. Kaloti, Agent, d/b/a Holiday Inn Express West Allis, for the premises
located at 10201 W. Lincoln Ave. (new-nonexisting location) in regard to exceeding the
Class B Tavern License Quota
The Common Council may receive information from members of the public for these hearings. You
may email your comments or questions to rgrill@westalliswi.gov or if you wish to make your
comments in person, please call 414-302-8294 and leave a message prior to 11:00 a.m. CST on
Tuesday, June 16, 2020.
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E. 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 (Administration & Finance, Advisory, Public Works, Safety & Development) will meet during a
recess of the virtual Common Council meeting.
F. 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.
G. 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.
H. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
4. 2020-0422 Minutes (Draft) of the Common Council meeting of June 2, 2020
I. ITEMS NOT REFERRED TO COMMITTEE
5. 2020-0388 Claim by Armando J. Chevere Ortega and Joanna I. Vazquez Martinez regarding
damage to vehicle at W. O’Connor St. and N. 84 St. on May 17, 2020
6. 2020-0389 Claim by Kristine Marie Hartmann regarding damage to vehicle at W. Arthur Ave. and
S. 96 St. on April 20, 2020
J. STANDING COMMITTEE REPORTS
None.
K. COMMON COUNCIL RECESS
L. NEW AND PREVIOUS MATTERS
ADMINISTRATION & FINANCE COMMITTEE
New Matters for Introduction
7. R-2020-0288 Resolution approving application to Board of Commissioners of Public Lands to borrow
$1,325,000 from the State Trust Funds, and authorizing the borrowing and the issuance
of certificates of indebtedness and levying a tax in connection therewith
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8. R-2020-0334 Resolution relative to accepting the proposal of CalAmp for furnishing and delivering
GPS equipment for the monitoring and tracking of City vehicles for an annual sum of
$34,560
9. R-2020-0346 Resolution to approve a Commercial Facade Improvement Project Contract by and
between the City of West Allis and Cieslak Enterprises, LLC, property owner for the
property located at 7133 W. Becher St, in the amount up to 5,136
10. R-2020-0350 Resolution to consider an obligation of repayment to Health and Urban Development
(HUD) regarding the Community Development Block Grant Program (CDBG)
11. R-2020-0359 Resolution to consider the transfer of close out costs related to the Neighborhood
Stabilization Program (NSP) to the Community Development Block Grant Program
(CDBG)
12. R-2020-0353 Resolution authorizing the purchase of one unmarked Ford Explorer replacement squad
car in a sum not to exceed $35,000
13. R-2020-0354 Resolution approving a two-year extension and amendment to the Intergovernmental
Emergency Medical Services Agreement for Emergency Medical Services (EMS)
between Milwaukee County and the City of West Allis for 2021-2025
14. R-2020-0360 Resolution authorizing the City Administrator/Clerk to enter into a contract/professional
service agreement with a firm providing temporary finance staffing for a total sum not to
exceed $35,000
15. 2020-0398 Communication from City Administrator submitting 2021 Budget and Capital Planning
Calendar
16. 2020-0415 Discussion regarding request by The Farmer's Wife LLC to settle outstanding debt
17. 2020-0412 Finance Director/Comptroller submitting report for May 2020 indicating City of West
Allis checks issued in the amount of $2,377,961.97
Previous Matters for Consideration
18. R-2020-0289 Resolution granting a selective waiver of interest and penalties associated with late
payment of the May 31, 2020 tax levy installment to those City of West Allis property
taxpayers adversely impacted by the public health emergency and setting a final due date
of the 2019 tax collections of October 1, 2020
Recommendation: Recommended to be Placed on File
19. 2018-0445 Summons and Complaint in the matter of Sam’s Real Estate Business Trust vs City of
West Allis, Case No. 18-CV-30301.
20. 2018-0640 Summons and Complaint in the matter of Sam’s Real Estate Business Trust vs. City of
West Allis regarding money judgment. Case No. 2018CV006035.
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PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE
New Matters for Introduction
21. R-2020-0335 Resolution to approve bid of Green Bay Pipe & TV, LLC for the closed circuit TV
inspection of sanitary and storm sewer at various locations in the City of West Allis in the
amount of $87,378.40
22. R-2020-0336 Resolution authorizing the City Engineer to amend an existing construction contract with
State Contractors, Inc. for the reconstruction of the concrete alley pavement and storm
underdrain in the alley from S. Buchanan Pl. to S. 69th St. and from W. Beloit Rd. to W.
Arthur Ave. in the amount of $23,866.67
SAFETY & DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
New Matters for Introduction
23. R-2020-0344 Resolution for a sixty day extension (until August 18, 2020) of a temporary moratorium
on warehousing, self-storage uses, vehicle and equipment sales and/or rental within an
area east of State Highway 100 (STH100) to the existing railroad right-of-way and from
W. Washington St. to the north City limits
Public Hearing Items (Safety & Development Committee)
24. O-2020-0023 Ordinance to amend Sections 12.06, 12.43 and 12.45 of the Municipal Code of the City
of West Allis related to establishing a nominal price retail store definition and regulations
25. R-2020-0345 Resolution relative to determination of Application for a Special Use Permit for outdoor
dining extension of premise for Paulies Field Trip and existing tavern located at 1430 S.
81 St. and abutting parking lots located in the 1400 block of S. 81 St.
LICENSE & HEALTH COMMITTEE
New Matters for Introduction
26. O-2020-0022 Ordinance to create an expedited approval process for temporary extensions of Class B
Licensed premises amending section 9.02(5)
27. 2020-0418 Expedited Temporary Extensions
28. 2020-0406 Stipulation In the Matter of the Complaint Against Boosters West LLC, Keith Randolph,
licensing agent, d/b/a Boosters West, for the premises located at 7731 W. Becher St.
29. 2020-0407 Stipulation In the Matter of the Complaint Against R & K Entertainment Enterprises
LLC, Robert M. Lucas, licensing agent, d/b/a Slurp-N-Burp Fun Bar, for the premises
located at 1454 S. 92 St.
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30. 2020-0408 Stipulation In the Matter of the Complaint Against Havana Lounge LLC, Brian Blocher,
d/b/a Havana Lounge and Cigar, for the premises located at 9505 W. Greenfield Ave.
31. 2020-0410 Police Department Report regarding no tavern violations/calls for service for the month
of May 2020
32. 2020-0413 Renewal applications for certain alcohol licenses, adult-oriented establishment operator
permits, arcade licenses, amusement/phonograph distributor licenses, manufactured and
mobile home community renewal licenses, secondhand article dealer licenses,
secondhand jewelry dealer licenses, salvage & recycling center licenses, used vehicle
dealer licenses, and operator's licenses (bartenders/sales clerks)
The complete list of applicants is available online at https://westalliswi.legistar.com/ or by
contacting the city clerk's office.
33. 2020-0391 2019-2020 Class B Tavern Special Event Permit application no. 25 of John Starr
Pickles, LLC, d/b/a Broken Starr Saloon, John R. Starr, Agent, 1100 S. 60 St., for a
Stink Starr Chopper Show, to be held on Sunday, June 26, 2020 from Noon to 8:00
p.m. (back parking lot; tents and outdoor music). First permit application for 2019-2020
license year.
34. 2020-0414 2020-2021 Class B Tavern Special Event Permit application no. 5 of HMSR LLC,
Heather Rodriguez, Agent, d/b/a Stingers, 9524 W. Greenfield Ave., for a Wedding, to
be held on Sunday, July 12, 2020, from 2:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., outdoor music and food
(backyard fenced area and driveway). First permit application for 2020-2021 license
year.
35. 2020-0394 Appointment of new Agent, Thanh Van Nguyen, by Singha Thai, LTD., d/b/a Singha
Thai Restaurant, premises located at 2237 S. 108 St.
36. 2020-0424 Request to amend premises of Station No. 6, located at 6800 W. Becher St. extend the
premises to include purposed outdoor grilling area east of the patio. (2020-2021 Class B
Tavern License renewal application no. 2678 of West Allis Cheese & Sausage Shoppe,
Inc., Mark S. Lutz, Agent
37. 2020-0417 Petition to exceed the alcohol license quota submitted by Maria E. Rupena Karczewski,
agent, for a 2020-2021 Combination Class A Liquor License for Rupena’s, Inc., d/b/a
Rupena’s, located at 7645 W. Beloit Rd.
38. 2020-0395 2020-2021 Class B Tavern License application of Ricky’s Restaurant, LLC, Gudelia
Calva Vazquez, Agent, d/b/a Al Pastor Mexican Food, 6533 W. Mitchell St.
(new-existing location)
39. 2020-0396 2020-2021 Class B Tavern License renewal application, Dance Hall License renewal
application, and Instrumental Music License renewal application of Weigel's Hillcrest,
Inc., Martin J. Weigel, Agent, d/b/a Benno's Genuine Bar & Grill, for premises located
at 7413 W. Greenfield Ave.
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40. 2020-0364 2020-2021 Class B Tavern Alcohol License application of ANTRST Concessions LLC,
Yacoub I. Kaloti, Agent, d/b/a Holiday Inn Express West Allis, 10201 W. Lincoln Ave.
(new-nonexisting location)
Previous Matters for Consideration
41. 2020-0384 2020-2021 Combination Class B Special Event Permit application no. 3 of Paulie's Pub
and Eatery, LLC, Kristine Budiac, Agent, d/b/a Paulie's Pub and Eatery, 8031 W.
Greenfield Ave., for premises extension due to COVID, May thru October 2020, (all of
Paulie’s Pub and Eatery parking lot, with tent, food, and outdoor music) First (1st)
permit application for 2020-2021 license year
42. 2020-0385 2020-2021 Combination Class B Special Event Permit application no. 4 of Field Trip,
LLC, Kristine Budiac, Agent, d/b/a Paulie's Field Trip, 1430 S. 81 St., for premises
extension due to COVID, May thru October 2020, (all of Paulie’s Field Trip parking lot
and the parking lot north of Field Trip, with tent, food, and outdoor music) First (1st)
permit application for 2020-2021 license year
43. 2020-0204 2019-2021 Operator’s License (bartender/sales clerk) application of Jessica N. St.
Louis
44. 2020-0366 2019-2021 Operator’s License (bartender/sales clerk) application of Lamarcus A.
Young Jr.
45. 2020-0367 2019-2021 Operator’s License (bartender/sales clerk) application of Jessica R. Schilg
Phrakousonh
46. 2020-0370 2019-2021 Operator’s License (bartender/sales clerk) application of Dean R.
Dombrowski
ADVISORY COMMITTEE
New Matters for Introduction
47. R-2020-0339 Resolution in support of the law enforcement officers of the West Allis Police
Department
48. R-2020-0342 Resolution regarding racial equality as part of the Intergovernmental Cooperation Council
(ICC)
49. R-2020-0349 Resolution to sponsor a parade organized by Alderman Tracy Stefanski along W.
Greenfield Ave. and S. 70 St. on July 4, 2020
50. 2020-0427 Appointment by Mayor Devine of Alderperson Angelito Tenorio to the West Allis
Library Board, his three-year term to expire July 1, 2023
51. 2020-0373 Discussion regarding the city sponsoring a community run 4th of July parade
Recommendation: Recommended to be Placed on File
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M. 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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