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West Allis, WI · August 4, 2020

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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, August 4, 2020 7:00 PM City Hall, Common Council Chambers 7525 W. Greenfield Avenue REGULAR MEETING (draft) A. CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order by Mayor Devine at 7:00 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. Lajsic. D. PUBLIC HEARINGS 1. 2020-0517 To convert taverns, cocktail lounges, and alcohol sales from special uses to permitted uses creating section 9.025 and amending sections 12.40, 12.41, and 12.43 of the West Allis Revised Municipal Code Explanation by Steve Schaer, Manager of Planning and Zoning Division. Public Comments: None. Public Hearing Held. 2. R-2020-0430 Resolution relative to determination of Application for a Special Use Permit for Endless Motorsports, LLC, a proposed indoor vehicle sales use and accessory shop, to be located within a portion of the existing multi-tenant commercial property located at 2200 S. 108 St. Sponsors: Safety and Development Committee Attachments: Endless Motorsports, LLC 2200 S. 108th St - Email of concern Special Permit for Endless Motorsports -Letter of opposition Signed R-2020-0430 SUP Endless Motorsports LLC DR AFFIDAVIT ENDLESS MOTORSPORTS R-2020-0430 One (1) email of opposition received in the Clerk's Office. One (1) email of concern received in the Clerk's Office. City of West Allis Page 1 Printed on 8/20/2021 Common Council Meeting Minutes August 4, 2020 Explanation by Steve Schaer, Manager of Planning and Zoning Division. A.J. Konkel, Representative of Endless Motorsports, present to discuss. Public Comments: None. Public Hearing Held. E. CITIZEN PARTICIPATION The following spoke in support of the resolution and ban on conversation therapy: Suzanne Schmidt, 740 S. 103 St. Jessica Basimeier, 7139 W. Greenfield Ave. Austin Keeler, 805 Louis Ave., Brookfield 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 offered his condolences to the former Alderperson Ralph West's family and friends and also to the friends and family of Ken Kuemmerlein, who coached the West Allis Special Olympics. Mayor Devine announced that with the COVID-19 rate increase the city is participating in a 'Mask Up' campaign and the West Allis Health Department will be having free face covering drive-thru. H. ALDERPERSON'S REPORT Ald. Roadt complimented the West Allis Police Department for solving an eleven month old murder in the city. Ald. Tenorio informed everyone that the LIberty Heights Park Association will have a Town Hall meeting regarding public safety. I. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 3. 2020-0534 Minutes (Draft) of the Common Council meetings of July 14, 2020 Attachments: 07142020 CC Minutes.draft DR AFFIDAVIT CC MINUTES 7.14.2020 A motion was made by Lajsic, seconded by Reinke, that this matter be Approved. The motion carried unanimously. J. ITEMS NOT REFERRED TO COMMITTEE 4. 2020-0506 Claim by Angela Wambach and Steven Wambach regarding damage to vehicle at 2807 S. 104 St. on July 6, 2020 City of West Allis Page 2 Printed on 8/20/2021 Common Council Meeting Minutes August 4, 2020 Attachments: 2020-0506 Claim - Angela Wambach and Steven Wambach_0001_Redacted 2020-0506 Claim - Angela and Steven Wambach_Redacted Claims Report-December 1, 2020 A motion was made by Reinke, seconded by Stefanski, that this matter be Referred for Legal Action to the City Attorney. The motion carried unanimously. City of West Allis Page 3 Printed on 8/20/2021 Common Council Meeting Minutes August 4, 2020 K. STANDING COMMITTEE REPORTS None. L. 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 7:39 p.m. Upon returning from recess at 8:54 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 M. NEW AND PREVIOUS MATTERS COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE 5. 2020-0513 Discussion and presentation from Joan Hansen regarding plans for expansion of Wauwatosa West Allis Chamber of Commerce Discussed. ADMINISTRATION & FINANCE COMMITTEE 6. O-2020-0032 Ordinance to separate the City Treasurer and City Comptroller positions and eliminate the Finance Director position Sponsors: Alderperson Haass Attachments: O-2020-0032 Ord_O-2020-0032 signed DR AFFIDAVITS O-2020-0032 This matter was Passed on a Block Vote. 7. 2020-0535 Communication from the City Administrator regarding request to fill Comptroller and Treasurer positions Attachments: request to fill treasurer comp. This matter was Approved and Placed on FIle on a Block Vote. 8. 2020-0532 Communication from the City Administrator regarding request to fill Finance Director/Comptroller/Treasurer position Attachments: request to fill treasurer comp. This matter was Approved and Placed on File on a Block Vote. 9. R-2020-0404 Resolution to extend the emergency declaration in the City due to the COVID-19 Pandemic Attachments: Signed.R-2020-0404 COVID-19 Emergency declaration City of West Allis Page 4 Printed on 8/20/2021 Common Council Meeting Minutes August 4, 2020 December 18, 2020 was added to the time period. This matter was Adopted As Amended on a Block Vote. 10. R-2020-0465 Resolution relative to approving contract with Diversified Benefit Services, Inc. to administer a Premium Only Health Reimbursement Account for participants in the Reduction in Workforce Program 2020-2021. Sponsors: Alderperson Haass Attachments: City of West Allis HRA Retiree Agreement for Service 9-1-2020 Signed.R-2020-0465 Diversified Benefit Services This matter was Adopted on a Block Vote. 11. R-2020-0455 Resolution approving Intergovernmental Agreement between the Milwaukee County - Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) Behavioral Health Division (BHD) and the City of West Allis Police Department for police officers to become a part of a BHD Mobile Crisis Team Sponsors: Alderperson Lajsic Attachments: Agreement between WAPD and BHD Signed R-2020-0455 Intergovernmental Agreement MC DHHS BHD and Police Dept. This matter was Adopted on a Block Vote. 12. R-2020-0452 Resolution authorizing the Director of Development to enter into a professional services agreement with Community Planning and Development Advisors, LLC Sponsors: Administration and Finance Committee Attachments: 2020 CPDA Proposal for Services Signed R-2020-0452 Community Planning and Development Advisor LLC This matter was Adopted on a Block Vote. 13. R-2020-0449 Resolution to consider a sole source professional service contract with Tracy Cross & Associates, Inc. in the amount of $26,500 for a market study on the West Allis housing market Sponsors: Administration and Finance Committee Attachments: Scope of Services Tracy Cross R-2020-0449 R-2020-0449 signed Res. 1351 - CDA - Tracy Cross & Assoc - signed Held in Administration & Finance Committee during recess. City of West Allis Page 5 Printed on 8/20/2021 Common Council Meeting Minutes August 4, 2020 14. R-2020-0443 Resolution to consider funding $8,376 in grants from the established CDBG-CV Small Business RESTART Round 2 Program Sponsors: Administration and Finance Committee Attachments: Restart Grant Resolution Attachment 7.28.20 Signed R-2020-0443 Restart Round 2 Program This matter was Adopted on a Block Vote. 15. R-2020-0466 Resolution approving a five-year Consolidated Plan for 2020-2024 relative to the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program Sponsors: Administration and Finance Committee Attachments: Consolidated Plan 8-4-20 Signed.R-2020-0466 5 yr Cons Plan FY 2020-2024 CDBG This matter was Adopted on a Block Vote. 16. 2020-0023 Discussion regarding contract negotiations with West Allis Fire Fighters IAFF, Local No. 342 (Previously 1004) Consensus given. Passed The Block Vote A motion was made by Haass to approve all the actions on item nos. 6-12 and 14-15 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 PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE 17. R-2020-0415 Resolution acknowledging the Common Council’s support of the efficient financial management and operation of the City’s Sanitary Sewer Utility and authorizing the Principal Engineer to submit the Compliance Maintenance Annual Report (CMAR) to the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources Sponsors: Public Works Committee Attachments: CMAR 2019 Sigend R-2020-0415 CMAR to the WI DNR This matter was Adopted on a Block Vote. 18. R-2020-0431 Resolution authorizing and directing the City Engineer to enter into a State/Municipal Agreement for a Highway Improvement Project with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation for the design on the reconstruction of West Lincoln Avenue from S. 93 St. to S. 96 St. Sponsors: Public Works Committee City of West Allis Page 6 Printed on 8/20/2021 Common Council Meeting Minutes August 4, 2020 Attachments: 2110-03-01LincolnWAllis Signed R-2020-0431 W. Lincoln Ave from S. 93 to 96 Sts. This matter was Adopted on a Block Vote. 19. R-2020-0433 Resolution authorizing and directing the City Engineer to update the State/Municipal Agreement for a Highway Improvement Project with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation for the reconstruction of W. National Ave. from S. 62 St. to S. 65 St. from design only to including construction costs Sponsors: Public Works Committee Attachments: 2410-13-70NationalAveWestAllis Signed R-2020-0433 W. National Ave from S. 62 to 65 Sts. This matter was Adopted on a Block Vote. 20. R-2020-0434 Resolution authorizing and directing the City Engineer to update the State/Municipal Agreement for a Highway Improvement Project with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation for the reconstruction of W. Beloit Rd. from S. 60 St. to W. Lincoln Ave. from design only to including construction costs Sponsors: Public Works Committee Attachments: 2525-03-71BeloitRdWestAllis Signed R-2020-0434 W. Beloit Rd. from S. 60 St. to Lincoln Ave This matter was Adopted on a Block Vote. 21. R-2020-0456 Resolution accepting work of Stark Pavement Corp. for the asphalt resurfacing of the pavement including the cracking and seating of the pavement, pavement milling, with miscellaneous driveway and sidewalk repair, pavement marking, sanitary sewer relay, storm sewer relay, and utility adjustments in W. Schlinger Ave. from S. 92 St. to S. 98 St. in the City of West Allis and authorizing and directing settlement of said contract in accordance with contract terms of 2018 Project No. 9 for final payment in the amount of $1,000 of the $333,637.35 total project cost Sponsors: Public Works Committee Attachments: Signed.R-2020-0456 Stark Pavement Corp Schlinger from S 92 to 98 Sts. This matter was Adopted on a Block Vote. City of West Allis Page 7 Printed on 8/20/2021 Common Council Meeting Minutes August 4, 2020 22. R-2020-0457 Resolution accepting work of Bluemel’s Maintenance, Inc. for the installation of poured-in-place surfacing, concrete curb, concrete pavement, playground elements, bike racks, benches, receptacles, and restoration in Roosevelt Park located at 931 S. 58 St. in the City of West Allis and authorizing and directing settlement of said contract in accordance with contract terms of 2017 Project No. 16 for final payment in the amount of $1,000 of the $228,146 total project cost Sponsors: Public Works Committee Attachments: Signed R-2020-0457 Bluemel's Maintenance Roosevelt Park This matter was Adopted on a Block Vote. 23. R-2020-0458 Resolution accepting work of Thomas A. Mason Co., Inc. for the surface preparation, containment and collection of waste materials, and the painting of the overpass at the Union Pacific Railroad Bridge located at S. 108 St. (WIS 100) at W. Manor Park Dr. in the City of West Allis and authorizing and directing settlement of said contract in accordance with contract terms of 2019 Project No. 16 for final payment in the amount of $1,000 of the $93,651 total project cost Sponsors: Public Works Committee Attachments: Signed R-2020-0458 Thomas A. Mason Co, Inc. Union Pacific Railroad Bridge This matter was Adopted on a Block Vote. 24. R-2020-0436 Resolution to approve bid of State Contractors, Inc. for the concrete pavement patching and miscellaneous manhole adjustments in various locations in the City of West Allis in the amount of $199,299 Sponsors: Public Works Committee Attachments: 2020-11 BID RESULTS Signed R-2020-0436 Pavement patch and misc manhole adj This matter was Adopted on a Block Vote. 25. R-2020-0437 Resolution constituting a Relocation Order, pursuant to Secs. 62.22 and 32.05(1) of the Wisconsin Statutes, for the laying out, relocation and improvement of W. Lincoln Ave. intersections with S. 84 St., S. 76 St. and S. 71 St. Sponsors: Public Works Committee Attachments: Relocation Order - Lincoln Ave Signed R-2020-0437 W. Lincoln Ave. intersection with S. 84, 76, and 71 Sts. This matter was Adopted on a Block Vote. City of West Allis Page 8 Printed on 8/20/2021 Common Council Meeting Minutes August 4, 2020 26. R-2020-0441 Resolution relative to the Notice of Hearing for the Vacation and discontinuance of a portion of public alley way between S. 71 and S. 70 St. north of W. National Ave. submitted by Max Meinerz, of GG 003 LLC Sponsors: Public Works Committee Attachments: Exhibit A 7-27-20 Signed R-2020-0441 Vacation and discontinuance S. 71 and 70 Sts of W. National Ave. Max Meinerz of GG 003 LLC AFFIDAVIT OF PUBLICATION - R-2020-0441 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. 17-26 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 27. R-2020-0439 Resolution approving a Certified Survey Map to combine two properties into one lot of record located at 3253 S. 114 St. submitted by Janice Carini, property owner (Tax Key Nos. 523-9973-009 and 523-9973-005) Sponsors: Safety and Development Committee Attachments: 3253 S 114 St for CSM 8-4-20 CC Signed R-2020-0439 CSM Janice Carini 3253 S. 114 St. CSM 9257 R-2020-0439 3253 S. 114 St. 523-9973-009, 523-9973-005_001 This matter was Adopted on a Block Vote. 28. 2020-0529 Communication from the Director of the Department of Building Inspection and Neighborhood Services regarding work done without permits on pre-1980 dwellings Attachments: Pre-1980 Dwelling Communication 7-28-20 This matter was Placed on File on a Block Vote. 29. 2020-0517 To convert taverns, cocktail lounges, and alcohol sales from special uses to permitted uses creating section 9.025 and amending sections 12.40, 12.41, and 12.43 of the West Allis Revised Municipal Code This matter was Approved on a Block Vote. Passed The Block Vote A motion was made to approve all the actions on item nos. 27-29 on a Block Vote. The motion carried by the following vote: City of West Allis Page 9 Printed on 8/20/2021 Common Council Meeting Minutes August 4, 2020 Aye: 10 - Grisham, Haass, Kuehn, Lajsic, Reinke, Roadt, Stefanski, Tenorio, Vitale, and Weigel No: 0 30. R-2020-0430 Resolution relative to determination of Application for a Special Use Permit for Endless Motorsports, LLC, a proposed indoor vehicle sales use and accessory shop, to be located within a portion of the existing multi-tenant commercial property located at 2200 S. 108 St. Sponsors: Safety and Development Committee Attachments: Endless Motorsports, LLC 2200 S. 108th St - Email of concern Special Permit for Endless Motorsports -Letter of opposition Signed R-2020-0430 SUP Endless Motorsports LLC DR AFFIDAVIT ENDLESS MOTORSPORTS R-2020-0430 A motion was made by Lajsic that this matter was Adopted. The motion carried by the following vote: Aye: 9- Grisham, Haass, Kuehn, Lajsic, Roadt, Stefanski, Tenorio, Vitale, and Weigel No: 1- Reinke LICENSE & HEALTH COMMITTEE 31. 2020-0411 Summons and Complaint in the matter of the complaint against Leonard J. Perrin, 2020-2022 Operator’s License (bartender/sales clerk) renewal application no. 8852 Attachments: Perrin Summons and Complaint.final Held in License & Health Committee during recess. 32. 2020-0499 Summons and Complaint in the matter of the complaint against Alibi Taverns LLC, Patrick Kosidowski, Agent, for the premises located at 6540 W. Grant St., d/b/a The Alibi (2019-2020 Combination Class B Tavern License No. 1663) Attachments: Alibi Taverns LLC Summons and Complaint.final This matter was Placed on File on a Block Vote. 33. 2020-0034 Police Department Report involving The Alibi, 6540 W. Grant St., Alibi Taverns LLC, Patrick R. Kosidowski, Agent, Incident Date: December 29, 2019 This matter was Placed on File on a Block Vote. 34. 2020-0482 Summons and Complaint in the matter of the complaint against Steffek LLC, Neal A. Steffek, Agent, for the premises located at 1902 S. 68 St., d/b/a The Drunk Uncle (2019-2020 Combination Class B Tavern License No. 2080) City of West Allis Page 10 Printed on 8/20/2021 Common Council Meeting Minutes August 4, 2020 Attachments: Steffek LLC Summons and Complaint.final Affidavit of Service License and Health hearing guide Steffek 9-14-20 Held in License & Health Committee during recess. 35. 2020-0239 2020-2021 Class B Tavern License application, Instrumental Music License application, and Dance Hall License application, of Timber Events LLC, Christina M. Timber, Agent, d/b/a The Gage, 1139 S. 70 St. (new-nonexisting location) Attachments: The Gage application Affidavit The Gage This matter was Approved subject to the necessary requirement(s) on a Block Vote. 36. 2020-0400 2020-2022 Operator’s License (bartender/sales clerk) application of Sheila M. Dahms This matter was Denied on a Block Vote. 37. 2020-0501 Police Department Report regarding tavern violations/calls for service for the month of June 2020 Attachments: June 2020 tavern report Placed on File with the exception of Z's Bar on a Block Vote. 38. 2020-0420 Review of license applicant background checks for consideration of possible approval or denial Attachments: Review of license applicant background checks for consideration of possible approval or denial License & Health Committee recommended approval of the following applicants. Secondhand Article Dealer renewal license 2020-2021: Barnes, James Operator (bartender/sales clerk) license 2020-2022: Cournoyer, Lisa M. Balistreri, Arlette R. Benjamin, Haley M. Gentry, Robert R. Jasinkski, Laurie A Nichols, Michael D. Pries, Mitchell R. Randhawa, Shamsher S. Sawyer, Danielle D. Styer, Brian R. License & Health Committee recommended denial of the following applicants. The Clerk's Office was directed to send a letter allowing the applicants an opportunity to appear before the License & Health to show evidence of rehabilitation. Operator (bartender/sales clerk) license 2020-2022: Bahr, Jamie L. Piotrowski, Cassandra L. City of West Allis Page 11 Printed on 8/20/2021 Common Council Meeting Minutes August 4, 2020 Roman, Suheidy V. This matter was Approved as stated on report on a Block Vote. 39. O-2020-0028 Ordinance to ban conversion therapy involving children Sponsors: Tenorio Attachments: Ord_O-2020-0028 signed Ord_O-2020-0028 M. May Conversion Therapy - Please Support Both Resolution & Ordinance Kristen Keyser Gay Conversion Therapy Ban Communication from the Health Commissioner Held in License & Health Committee during recess. 40. R-2020-0363 Resolution in opposition to conversion therapy Sponsors: Alderperson Lajsic, Alderperson Stefanski, Alderperson Grisham and Tenorio Attachments: R-2020-0363 M. May Conversion Therapy - Please Support Both Resolution & Ordinance Kristen Keyser Gay Conversion Therapy Ban Signed R-2020-0363 Opposition to conversion therapy This matter was Adopted on a Block Vote. 41. O-2020-0035 Ordinance to repeal natural Christmas tree sales license Sponsors: Alderperson Vitale Attachments: Ord_O-2020-0035 (1) Ord_O-2020-0035 signed DR AFFIDAVITS O-2020-0035 This matter was Passed on a Block Vote. 42. O-2020-0036 Ordinance authorizing “Class B” licensees to sell intoxicating liquor in the original package or container Sponsors: License and Health Committee Attachments: Ord_O-2020-0036 AFFIDAVIT OF PUBLICATION - O-2020-0036 11944950 Held in License & Health Committee during recess. City of West Allis Page 12 Printed on 8/20/2021 Common Council Meeting Minutes August 4, 2020 43. 2020-0418 Temporary Premise Extensions A list of applicants is available online at <https://westalliswi.legistar.com/> or by contacting the city clerk’s office. Attachments: Expedited Temporary Extension Applications This matter was Approved on a Block Vote. 44. 2020-0510 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, truck and trailer rental licenses, used vehicle dealer licenses, and operator's licenses (bartenders) A list of applicants is available online at <https://westalliswi.legistar.com/> or by contacting the city clerk’s office. Attachments: License August 4, 2020 This matter was Approved subject to the necessary requirement(s) on a Block Vote. 45. 2020-0512 Appointment of new Agent, Bernard E. Schettle, by Butch’s Co., Inc., d/b/a Butch’s Pub and Eatery, premises located at 9140 W. National Ave. This matter was Approved subject to the necessary requirement(s) on a Block Vote. 46. 2020-0495 2020-2021 Class B Tavern License application no. 2801 of Rupenas, Inc., Maria Karczewski, Agent, d/b/a Rupena’s, 7621 W. Beloit Rd. (new-existing location) Attachments: Outdoor area premise description DR AFFIDAVIT RUPENA This matter was Approved subject to the necessary requirement(s) on a Block Vote. 47. 2020-0434 2020-2021 Class B Tavern License application no. 2800 of Kplum LLC, Kristian Plumeri, Agent, d/b/a Walk-Her-Inn, 900 S. 74 St. (new-existing location) Attachments: Walk Her Inn_Redacted Affidavit Walk-Her-Inn This matter was Approved subject to the necessary requirement(s) on a Block Vote. Passed The Block Vote A motion was made by Vitale to approve all the actions on item nos. 32-33, 35-38, 41, and 43-47 on a Block Vote. The motion carried by the following vote: City of West Allis Page 13 Printed on 8/20/2021 Common Council Meeting Minutes August 4, 2020 Aye: 10 - Grisham, Haass, Kuehn, Lajsic, Reinke, Roadt, Stefanski, Tenorio, Vitale, and Weigel No: 0 ADVISORY COMMITTEE 48. 2020-0553 Appointment by Mayor Devine to the West Allis Tourism Commission of Molly Rowbottom, her term to expire January 1, 2021 This matter was Approved on a Block Vote. 49. 2020-0528 Appointment by Mayor Devine of Gloria Dohearty as a member of the West Allis Library Board, her term to expire July 1, 2023 This matter was Approved on a Block Vote. 50. 2020-0538 Reappointment by Mayor Devine to the West Allis Board of Review of Winard Coley, his five-year term to expire August 21, 2025 This matter was Approved on a Block Vote. 51. 2020-0539 Reappointment by Mayor Devine to the West Allis Board of Review of Sharon Prindiville, her five-year term to expire August 21, 2025 This matter was Approved on a Block Vote. 52. 2020-0540 Reappointment by Mayor Devine to the West Allis Library Board of Barbara Hart, her three-year terms to expire July 1, 2023 This matter was Approved on a Block Vote. 53. 2020-0541 Reappointment by Mayor Devine to the West Allis Library Board of Elizabeth Suelzer, her three-year term to expire July 1, 2023 This matter was Approved on a Block Vote. 54. 2020-0543 Reappointment by Mayor Devine to the West Allis Block Grant Committee of Graciela Hernandez, her two-year term to expire September 1, 2022 This matter was Approved on a Block Vote. 55. 2020-0544 Reappointment by Mayor Devine to the West Allis Block Grant Committee of Justin Haut, his two-year term to expire September 1, 2022 This matter was Approved on a Block Vote. 56. 2020-0545 Appointment by Mayor Devine to the West Allis Block Grant Committee of Tasha Cowap, her two-year term to expire September 1, 2022 This matter was Approved on a Block Vote. 57. 2020-0542 Appointment by Mayor Devine of Ald. Danna Kuehn as the Administration and Finance Committee Representative to the West Allis Block Grant Committee, her two-year term to expire September 1, 2022 This matter was Approved on a Block Vote. Passed The Block Vote A motion was made by Reinke to approve all the actions on item nos. 48-57 on a Block Vote. The motion carried by the following vote: City of West Allis Page 14 Printed on 8/20/2021 Common Council Meeting Minutes August 4, 2020 Aye: 10 - Grisham, Haass, Kuehn, Lajsic, Reinke, Roadt, Stefanski, Tenorio, Vitale, and Weigel No: 0 N. ADJOURNMENT A motion was made by Lajsic, seconded by Roadt, to adjourn at 9:01 p.m., with the next regularly scheduled meeting to be held on September 1, 2020, at 7:00 p.m. The motion carried unanimously. All meetings of the {bdName} 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. 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. City of West Allis Page 15 Printed on 8/20/2021

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, August 4, 2020 7:00 PM City Hall, Common Council Chambers 7525 W. Greenfield Avenue REGULAR MEETING A. CALL TO ORDER B. ROLL CALL Led by Ald. Lajsic. C. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE D. PUBLIC HEARINGS 1. 2020-0517 To convert taverns, cocktail lounges, and alcohol sales from special uses to permitted uses creating section 9.025 and amending sections 12.40, 12.41, and 12.43 of the West Allis Revised Municipal Code Recommendation: Ordinance was passed on July 14, 2020 pending Plan Commission approval 2. R-2020-0430 Resolution relative to determination of Application for a Special Use Permit for Endless Motorsports, LLC, a proposed indoor vehicle sales use and accessory shop, to be located within a portion of the existing multi-tenant commercial property located at 2200 S. 108 St. Recommendation: Plan Commission recommends approval One (1) email of opposition received in the Clerk's Office. One (1) email of concern received in the Clerk's Office. 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 Page 1 Printed on 7/31/2020 Common Council Meeting Agenda August 4, 2020 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, License & Health Common Council Chambers Committee of the Whole, Admnistration & Finance, Safety & Development 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 3. 2020-0534 Minutes (Draft) of the Common Council meetings of July 14, 2020 J. ITEMS NOT REFERRED TO COMMITTEE 4. 2020-0506 Claim by Angela Wambach and Steven Wambach regarding damage to vehicle at 2807 S. 104 St. on July 6, 2020 K. STANDING COMMITTEE REPORTS None. L. COMMON COUNCIL RECESS M. NEW AND PREVIOUS MATTERS COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE 5. 2020-0513 Discussion and presentation from Joan Hansen regarding plans for expansion of Wauwatosa West Allis Chamber of Commerce Page 2 Printed on 7/31/2020 Common Council Meeting Agenda August 4, 2020 ADMINISTRATION & FINANCE COMMITTEE New Matters for Introduction 6. O-2020-0032 Ordinance to separate the City Treasurer and City Comptroller positions and eliminate the Finance Director position 7. 2020-0535 Communication from the City Administrator regarding request to fill Comptroller and Treasurer positions 8. 2020-0532 Communication from the City Administrator regarding request to fill Finance Director/Comptroller/Treasurer position 9. R-2020-0404 Resolution to extend the emergency declaration in the City due to the COVID-19 Pandemic 10. R-2020-0465 Resolution relative to approving contract with Diversified Benefit Services, Inc. to administer a Premium Only Health Reimbursement Account for participants in the Reduction in Workforce Program 2020-2021. 11. R-2020-0455 Resolution approving Intergovernmental Agreement between the Milwaukee County - Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) Behavioral Health Division (BHD) and the City of West Allis Police Department for police officers to become a part of a BHD Mobile Crisis Team 12. R-2020-0452 Resolution authorizing the Director of Development to enter into a professional services agreement with Community Planning and Development Advisors, LLC 13. R-2020-0449 Resolution to consider a sole source professional service contract with Tracy Cross & Associates, Inc. in the amount of $26,500 for a market study on the West Allis housing market 14. R-2020-0443 Resolution to consider funding $8,376 in grants from the established CDBG-CV Small Business RESTART Round 2 Program 15. R-2020-0466 Resolution approving a five-year Consolidated Plan for 2020-2024 relative to the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program Previous Matters for Consideration 16. 2020-0023 Discussion regarding contract negotiations with West Allis Fire Fighters IAFF, Local No. 342 (Previously 1004) For agenda item #16, the committee may convene in closed session pursuant to the provisions of Wis. Stats. Section 19.85(1)(e) to deliberate or negotiate the investment of public funds or conduct other specified public business whenever competitive or bargaining reasons require a closed session. The Committee may convene in open session after completion of the closed session to consider the balance of the agenda. PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE Page 3 Printed on 7/31/2020 Common Council Meeting Agenda August 4, 2020 New Matters for Introduction 17. R-2020-0415 Resolution acknowledging the Common Council’s support of the efficient financial management and operation of the City’s Sanitary Sewer Utility and authorizing the Principal Engineer to submit the Compliance Maintenance Annual Report (CMAR) to the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources 18. R-2020-0431 Resolution authorizing and directing the City Engineer to enter into a State/Municipal Agreement for a Highway Improvement Project with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation for the design on the reconstruction of West Lincoln Avenue from S. 93 St. to S. 96 St. 19. R-2020-0433 Resolution authorizing and directing the City Engineer to update the State/Municipal Agreement for a Highway Improvement Project with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation for the reconstruction of W. National Ave. from S. 62 St. to S. 65 St. from design only to including construction costs 20. R-2020-0434 Resolution authorizing and directing the City Engineer to update the State/Municipal Agreement for a Highway Improvement Project with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation for the reconstruction of W. Beloit Rd. from S. 60 St. to W. Lincoln Ave. from design only to including construction costs 21. R-2020-0456 Resolution accepting work of Stark Pavement Corp. for the asphalt resurfacing of the pavement including the cracking and seating of the pavement, pavement milling, with miscellaneous driveway and sidewalk repair, pavement marking, sanitary sewer relay, storm sewer relay, and utility adjustments in W. Schlinger Ave. from S. 92 St. to S. 98 St. in the City of West Allis and authorizing and directing settlement of said contract in accordance with contract terms of 2018 Project No. 9 for final payment in the amount of $1,000 of the $333,637.35 total project cost 22. R-2020-0457 Resolution accepting work of Bluemel’s Maintenance, Inc. for the installation of poured-in-place surfacing, concrete curb, concrete pavement, playground elements, bike racks, benches, receptacles, and restoration in Roosevelt Park located at 931 S. 58 St. in the City of West Allis and authorizing and directing settlement of said contract in accordance with contract terms of 2017 Project No. 16 for final payment in the amount of $1,000 of the $228,146 total project cost 23. R-2020-0458 Resolution accepting work of Thomas A. Mason Co., Inc. for the surface preparation, containment and collection of waste materials, and the painting of the overpass at the Union Pacific Railroad Bridge located at S. 108 St. (WIS 100) at W. Manor Park Dr. in the City of West Allis and authorizing and directing settlement of said contract in accordance with contract terms of 2019 Project No. 16 for final payment in the amount of $1,000 of the $93,651 total project cost 24. R-2020-0436 Resolution to approve bid of State Contractors, Inc. for the concrete pavement patching and miscellaneous manhole adjustments in various locations in the City of West Allis in the amount of $199,299 Page 4 Printed on 7/31/2020 Common Council Meeting Agenda August 4, 2020 25. R-2020-0437 Resolution constituting a Relocation Order, pursuant to Secs. 62.22 and 32.05(1) of the Wisconsin Statutes, for the laying out, relocation and improvement of W. Lincoln Ave. intersections with S. 84 St., S. 76 St. and S. 71 St. 26. R-2020-0441 Resolution relative to the Notice of Hearing for the Vacation and discontinuance of a portion of public alley way between S. 71 and S. 70 St. north of W. National Ave. submitted by Max Meinerz, of GG 003 LLC SAFETY & DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE New Matters for Introduction 27. R-2020-0439 Resolution approving a Certified Survey Map to combine two properties into one lot of record located at 3253 S. 114 St. submitted by Janice Carini, property owner (Tax Key Nos. 523-9973-009 and 523-9973-005) 28. 2020-0529 Communication from the Director of the Department of Building Inspection and Neighborhood Services regarding work done without permits on pre-1980 dwellings Public Hearing Items (Safety & Development Committee) 29. 2020-0517 To convert taverns, cocktail lounges, and alcohol sales from special uses to permitted uses creating section 9.025 and amending sections 12.40, 12.41, and 12.43 of the West Allis Revised Municipal Code Recommendation: Ordinance was passed on July 14, 2020 pending Plan Commission approval 30. R-2020-0430 Resolution relative to determination of Application for a Special Use Permit for Endless Motorsports, LLC, a proposed indoor vehicle sales use and accessory shop, to be located within a portion of the existing multi-tenant commercial property located at 2200 S. 108 St. Recommendation: Plan Commission recommends approval One (1) email of opposition received in the Clerk's Office. One (1) email of concern received in the Clerk's Office. LICENSE & HEALTH COMMITTEE New and Previous Matters for Introduction 31. 2020-0411 Summons and Complaint in the matter of the complaint against Leonard J. Perrin, 2020-2022 Operator’s License (bartender/sales clerk) renewal application no. 8852 This item to be presented at the License & Health Committee special meeting on August 4, 2020. 32. 2020-0499 Summons and Complaint in the matter of the complaint against Alibi Taverns LLC, Patrick Kosidowski, Agent, for the premises located at 6540 W. Grant St., d/b/a The Alibi (2019-2020 Combination Class B Tavern License No. 1663) This item to be presented at the License & Health Committee special meeting on August 4, 2020. Page 5 Printed on 7/31/2020 Common Council Meeting Agenda August 4, 2020 33. 2020-0034 Police Department Report involving The Alibi, 6540 W. Grant St., Alibi Taverns LLC, Patrick R. Kosidowski, Agent, Incident Date: December 29, 2019 This item to be presented at the License & Health Committee special meeting on August 4, 2020. 34. 2020-0482 Summons and Complaint in the matter of the complaint against Steffek LLC, Neal A. Steffek, Agent, for the premises located at 1902 S. 68 St., d/b/a The Drunk Uncle (2019-2020 Combination Class B Tavern License No. 2080) This item to be presented at the License & Health Committee special meeting on August 4, 2020. 35. 2020-0239 2020-2021 Class B Tavern License application, Instrumental Music License application, and Dance Hall License no. 2806, of Timber Events LLC, Christina M. Timber, Agent, d/b/a The Gage, 1139 S. 70 St. (new-nonexisting location) This item to be presented at the License & Health Committee special meeting on August 4, 2020. 36. 2020-0400 2020-2022 Operator’s License (bartender/sales clerk) application of Sheila M. Dahms This item to be presented at the License & Health Committee special meeting on August 4, 2020. 37. 2020-0501 Police Department Report regarding tavern violations/calls for service for the month of June 2020 This item to be presented at the License & Health Committee special meeting on August 4, 2020. 38. 2020-0420 Review of license applicant background checks for consideration of possible approval or denial A list of applicants is available online at <https://westalliswi.legistar.com/> or by contacting the city clerk’s office. This item to be presented at the License & Health Committee special meeting on August 4, 2020. 39. O-2020-0028 Ordinance to ban conversion therapy involving children This item to be presented at the License & Health Committee special meeting on August 4, 2020. 40. R-2020-0363 Resolution in opposition to conversion therapy This item to be presented at the License & Health Committee special meeting on August 4, 2020. 41. O-2020-0035 Ordinance to repeal natural Christmas tree sales license 42. O-2020-0036 Ordinance authorizing “Class B” licensees to sell intoxicating liquor in the original package or container 43. 2020-0418 Expedited Temporary Extensions 44. 2020-0510 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, truck and trailer rental licenses, used vehicle dealer licenses, and operator's licenses (bartenders) Page 6 Printed on 7/31/2020 Common Council Meeting Agenda August 4, 2020 A list of applicants is available online at <https://westalliswi.legistar.com/> or by contacting the city clerk’s office. 45. 2020-0512 Appointment of new Agent, Bernard E. Schettle, by Butch’s Co., Inc., d/b/a Butch’s Pub and Eatery, premises located at 9140 W. National Ave. 46. 2020-0495 2020-2021 Class B Tavern License application no. 2801 of Rupenas, Inc., Maria Karczewski, Agent, d/b/a Rupena’s, 7621 W. Beloit Rd. (new-existing location) 47. 2020-0434 2020-2021 Class B Tavern License application no. 2800 of Kplum LLC, Kristian Plumeri, Agent, d/b/a Walk-Her-Inn, 900 S. 74 St. (new-existing location) ADVISORY COMMITTEE New Matters for Introduction 48. 2020-0553 Appointment by Mayor Devine to the West Allis Tourism Commission of Molly Rowbottom, her term to expire January 1, 2021 49. 2020-0528 Appointment by Mayor Devine of Gloria Dohearty as a member of the West Allis Library Board, her term to expire July 1, 2023 50. 2020-0538 Reappointment by Mayor Devine to the West Allis Board of Review of Winard Coley, his five-year term to expire August 21, 2025 51. 2020-0539 Reappointment by Mayor Devine to the West Allis Board of Review of Sharon Prindiville, her five-year term to expire August 21, 2025 52. 2020-0540 Reappointment by Mayor Devine to the West Allis Library Board of Barbara Hart, her three-year terms to expire July 1, 2023 53. 2020-0541 Reappointment by Mayor Devine to the West Allis Library Board of Elizabeth Suelzer, her three-year term to expire July 1, 2023 54. 2020-0543 Reappointment by Mayor Devine to the West Allis Block Grant Committee of Graciela Hernandez, her two-year term to expire September 1, 2022 55. 2020-0544 Reappointment by Mayor Devine to the West Allis Block Grant Committee of Justin Haut, his two-year term to expire September 1, 2022 56. 2020-0545 Appointment by Mayor Devine to the West Allis Block Grant Committee of Tasha Cowap, her two-year term to expire September 1, 2022 57. 2020-0542 Appointment by Mayor Devine of Ald. Danna Kuehn as the Administration and Finance Committee Representative to the West Allis Block Grant Committee, her two-year term to expire September 1, 2022 N. ADJOURNMENT Page 7 Printed on 7/31/2020 Common Council Meeting Agenda August 4, 2020 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. Page 8 Printed on 7/31/2020

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