Common Council
Regular MeetingWest Allis, WI · October 3, 2023
Minutes
City of West Allis
Meeting Minutes - Final
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, Ray Turner, Vincent Vitale, and Martin J. Weigel
Tuesday, October 3, 2023 7:00 PM City Hall, Common Council Chambers
7525 W. Greenfield Avenue
REGULAR MEETING
A. CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Devine called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
B. ROLL CALL
Present 9- Ald. Grisham, Ald. Haass, Ald. Kuehn, Ald. Reinke, Ald. Roadt, Ald. Stefanski, Ald.
Turner, Ald. Vitale, Ald. Weigel
Excused 1- Ald. Lajsic
C. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Led by Ald. Grisham.
D. PUBLIC HEARINGS
1. O-2023-0052 Ordinance to Amend Section 19 of the West Allis Revised Municipal Code,
relative to updating regulations for Child Care Centers, Nicotine Sales, and
other minor changes.
Manager of Planning & Zoning Schaer presented.
2. 2023-0535 Conditional Use Permit for Wedgewood Motor Works, a proposed Light
Motor Vehicle Service use, at 5110 W. Lincoln Ave.
Manager of Planning & Zoning Schaer presented.
3. 2023-0574 New application for Noise Variance Permit for Ope Brewing Company,
6751 W. National Ave.
(NSVR 2)
Jon Onopa and Neal Steffek spoke about this matter.
3a. 2023-0547 Conditional Use Permit for Allis Yards, a proposed 5+ Unit Dwelling, at
1100 S. 70th St.
Manager of Planning & Zoning Schaer presented.
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, Economic Development, Public Safety and Public Works.
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G. MAYOR'S REPORT
Mayor Devine thanked Ope! for hosting the preview party for the Discover Wisconsin
episode airing on October 7th.
H. ALDERPERSON'S REPORT
Ald. Grisham acknowledged Bread Pedalers 1 yr. anniversary.
I. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
4. 2023-0597 September 19, 2023 Common Council Minutes.
Ald. Haass moved to approve, Ald. Grisham seconded, motion carried.
J. STANDING COMMITTEE REPORTS
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
5. 2023-0257 New Class B Tavern & Public Entertainment Premises License application
for 2Plus2 Success, d/b/a LA Pub & Grill, 5832 W. Lincoln Ave.
Owner/Agent: Anthony Burgarino.
Ald. Haass moved to hold, Ald. Weigel seconded, motion carried.
K. ITEMS NOT REFERRED TO COMMITTEE (CONSENT AGENDA)
Passed The Consent Vote
Ald. Haass moved to approve the Consent Agenda, items #6 - #18, Ald. Reinke
seconded, motion carried by roll call vote:
Aye: 9- Ald. Grisham, Ald. Haass, Ald. Kuehn, Ald. Reinke, Ald. Roadt, Ald. Stefanski, Ald.
Turner, Ald. Vitale, Ald. Weigel
No: 0
6. O-2023-0068 Ordinance to adopt parking restrictions on the south side of W. Rogers St.
from 185’ east of S. 89th St. to the east end of the 8800 block of W.
Rogers St.
Passed
7. R-2023-0614 Resolution relative to the agreement with the City of Greenfield for Public
Health Services.
Reconsidered Version 1 and Adopted Version 2
8. R-2023-0655 Resolution to approve the Year 2024 Operating Plan for the Downtown
West Allis Business Improvement District and to adopt the Special
Assessment Method as stated therein.
Adopted
9. R-2023-0656 Resolution Granting a Privilege to Supawadee Pamoto for property located
at 7335 W. Greenfield Ave. Tax Key No. 453-0118-000.
Adopted
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10. R-2023-0657 Resolution Constituting a Relocation Order for the Laying Out, Relocation
and Improvement of W. Beloit Rd. and S. 55th St. crossings with the Union
Pacific Railroad.
Adopted
11. R-2023-0659 Resolution to accept the proposals of various nurseries for furnishing and
delivering 150 trees for fall planting for a total net sum of $15,769.
Adopted
12. R-2023-0660 Resolution ordering preliminary plans and specifications together with a
schedule of proposed assessments for improvement of S. 118th St - W.
Washington St. to W Rainbow Ave.; W. Walker St. - S. 60th St. to East of
S. 56th St.; W. Rogers St. - S. 76th St. to S. 84th St.; S. 77th St. - W.
Pierce St. to W. Walker St.; S. 89th St. - W. Greenfield Ave. to W. Orchard
St.; S. 86th S. - W. Greenfield Ave. to W. Washington St and portions of
intersecting streets.
Adopted
13. R-2023-0661 Resolution to approve bid of UPI Construction LLC for water main relays in
S. 97th St. from W. Becher St. to W. Burnham St. and W. Burnham St. from
S. 96th S. to S. 98th St. in the City of West Allis in the amount of $484,369.
Adopted
14. R-2023-0663 Resolution to amend the City’s fee schedule by revising Park Rental in the
Public Works fee section.
Adopted
15. R-2023-0664 Resolution ordering preliminary plans and specifications together with a
schedule of proposed assessments for improvement of W. Pierce St. - S.
76th St. to S. 77th St.
Adopted
16. R-2023-0665 Resolution ordering preliminary plans and specifications together with a
schedule of proposed assessments for improvement of Area bounded by
S. 68th St. to S. 78th St. and W. Oklahoma Ave. to the Union Pacific
Railroad.
Adopted
17. 2023-0596 Claim by Erol Kolcu for alleged expenses incurred at 1909 S. 73rd St. on
September 18, 2023.
Referred to City Attorney
18. 2023-0628 Appointment by Mayor Devine of Andrea Kopan to the Farmers Market
Committee for a 2-year term to expire October 3, 2025.
Approved
L. COMMON COUNCIL RECESS
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Ald. Haass moved that the Council recess until completion of the Standing
Committee meetings, Ald. Stefanski seconded, motion carried.
The Council recessed at 7:47 p.m. and returned at 8:22 p.m.
M. NEW AND PREVIOUS MATTERS
ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE
None.
PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE
Committee convened at 7:50 p.m.
Passed The Block Vote
Ald. Roadt moved to approve the items #19 - #20, motion carried by roll call vote:
Aye: 9- Ald. Grisham, Ald. Haass, Ald. Kuehn, Ald. Reinke, Ald. Roadt, Ald. Stefanski, Ald.
Turner, Ald. Vitale, Ald. Weigel
No: 0
19. R-2023-0662 Resolution to approve bid of Cudahy Roofing & Supply, Inc. for Base Bid B
for the West Allis Police Department Roof Replacement in the amount of
$53,880.
Committee Action:
Ald. Grisham moved to adopt, Ald. Stefanski seconded, motion carried.
Council Action: Adopted
20. R-2023-0666 Resolution to accept the proposal of Kueny Architects, LLC to provide
architectural and engineering services for the design of the future
Department of Public Works Facility to be located at S. 53rd St. and W.
Burham St.
Committee Action:
Ald. Grisham moved to adopt, Ald. Reinke seconded, motion carried.
Council Action: Adopted
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
Committee convened at 7:50 p.m.
Passed The Block Vote
Ald. Weigel moved to approve the items #21 - #24a, motion carried by roll call
vote:
Aye: 9- Ald. Grisham, Ald. Haass, Ald. Kuehn, Ald. Reinke, Ald. Roadt, Ald. Stefanski, Ald.
Turner, Ald. Vitale, Ald. Weigel
No: 0
21. 2023-0612 September 19, 2023 Economic Development Committee Minutes.
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Committee Action:
Ald. Kuehn moved to approve, Ald. Vitale seconded, motion carried.
Council Action: Approved
22. 2023-0586 Application for Transfer of a Class B Tavern License from Premises to
Premises for Su Plus Two Fusion Cuisine currently located at 7028 W.
Greenfield Ave. to 7335 W. Greenfield Ave., for Supawadee Pamoto,
Agent.
Committee Action:
Ald. Kuehn moved to grant, Ald. Vitale seconded, motion carried.
Council Action: Granted
Public Hearing Items (Economic Development Committee)
23. O-2023-0052 Ordinance to Amend Section 19 of the West Allis Revised Municipal Code,
relative to updating regulations for Child Care Centers, Nicotine Sales, and
other minor changes.
Committee Action:
Ald. Vitale moved to pass, Ald. Haass seconded, motion carried.
Council Action: Passed
24. 2023-0535 Conditional Use Permit for Wedgewood Motor Works, a proposed Light
Motor Vehicle Service use, at 5110 W. Lincoln Ave.
Committee Action:
Ald. Kuehn moved to approve, Ald. Vitale seconded, motion carried.
Council Action: Approved
24a. 2023-0547 Conditional Use Permit for Allis Yards, a proposed 5+ Unit Dwelling, at
1100 S. 70th St.
Committee Action:
Ald. Kuehn moved to approved, Ald. Haass seconded, motion carried.
Ald. Kuehn moved to adjourn at 7:58 p.m., Ald. Vitale seconded, motion carried.
Council Action: Approved
PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE
Committee convened at 7:51 p.m.
Passed The Block Vote
Ald. Grisham moved to approve the items #25 - #27, motion carried by roll call
vote:
Aye: 9- Ald. Grisham, Ald. Haass, Ald. Kuehn, Ald. Reinke, Ald. Roadt, Ald. Stefanski, Ald.
Turner, Ald. Vitale, Ald. Weigel
No: 0
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25. 2023-0617 2023-2025 New Operator's License (Bartender/Class D Operator)
application for Raniyah Brown.
(First appearance)
Committee Action:
Ald. Grisham moved to grant, Ald. Stefanski seconded, motion carried.
Council Action: Granted
26. 2023-0619 2023-2025 New Operator's License (Bartender/Class D Operator)
application for Haylee Wojtczak.
(Second appearance)
Committee Action:
Ald. Stefanski moved to hold due to non-appearance and police report, Ald.
Reinke seconded, motion carried.
Council Action: Held
27. 2023-0625 2023-2025 New Operator's License (Bartender/Class D Operator)
application for Zackery Hanson.
(First appearance)
Committee Action:
Ald. Stefanski moved to grant, Ald. Turner seconded, motion carried.
Council Action: Granted
Public Hearing Items (Public Safety Committee)
28. 2023-0574 New application for Noise Variance Permit for Ope Brewing Company,
6751 W. National Ave.
(NSVR 2)
Committee Action:
Ald. Roadt moved to grant as amended with the following stipulations:
*No bands or amplified music
*Decibels levels not to exceed 60 decibels
*Outside music ends at 10 p.m.
*Permit expires on 6/30/24 with public entertainment premises license
Ald. Stefanski seconded, motion carried with one nay from Ald. Grisham.
Committee adjourned at 8:18 p.m.
Council Action:
Ald. Grisham moved to grant as amended, motion carried by following roll call
vote:
Aye: 6- Ald. Haass, Ald. Reinke, Ald. Roadt, Ald. Stefanski, Ald. Turner, Ald. Weigel
No: 3- Ald. Grisham, Ald. Kuehn, Ald. Vitale
N. ADJOURNMENT
Ald. Haass moved to adjourn at 8:26 p.m., Ald, Reinke seconded, motion carried.
Next scheduled meeting is October 17, 2023 at 7:00 p.m.
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YouTube Meeting Links for October 3, 2023:
Common Council Part 1
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5v0xUmUG9iY
Recess - Administration & Economic Development
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oRXpyv6vCEE&t=16s
Recess - Public Works & Public Safety
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MO06qpJlshY
Common Council Part 2
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4Cfy06Zn_qQ
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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.
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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, Ray Turner, Vincent Vitale, and Martin J. Weigel
Tuesday, October 3, 2023 7:00 PM City Hall, Common Council Chambers
7525 W. Greenfield Avenue
REGULAR MEETING
A. CALL TO ORDER
B. ROLL CALL
C. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Led by Ald. Grisham.
D. PUBLIC HEARINGS
1. O-2023-0052 Ordinance to Amend Section 19 of the West Allis Revised Municipal Code,
relative to updating regulations for Child Care Centers, Nicotine Sales, and
other minor changes.
2. 2023-0535 Conditional Use Permit for Wedgewood Motor Works, a proposed Light
Motor Vehicle Service use, at 5110 W. Lincoln Ave.
3. 2023-0574 New application for Noise Variance Permit for Ope Brewing Company, 6751
W. National Ave.
(NSVR 2)
3a. 2023-0547 Conditional Use Permit for Allis Yards, a proposed 5+ Unit Dwelling, at 1100
S. 70th St.
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.
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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:
Art Gallery – Administration & Economic Development
Room 128 – Public Safety & Public Works
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, they should contact the chair of the committee to inform
of such interest.
G. MAYOR'S REPORT
This item is a report from the Mayor to the public regarding recent events attended, awards and
commendations, and upcoming events. No discussion or action shall take place by members of the Council
unless otherwise listed below.
H. ALDERPERSON'S REPORT
This item is a report from individual Alderpersons to the public regarding recent events attended, awards and
commendations, and upcoming events. No discussion or action shall take place by members of the Council
unless otherwise listed below.
I. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
4. 2023-0597 September 19, 2023 Common Council Minutes.
Recommendation: Approve
J. STANDING COMMITTEE REPORTS
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
5. 2023-0257 New Class B Tavern & Public Entertainment Premises License application
for 2Plus2 Success, d/b/a LA Pub & Grill, 5832 W. Lincoln Ave. Owner/Agent:
Anthony Burgarino.
K. ITEMS NOT REFERRED TO COMMITTEE (CONSENT AGENDA)
6. O-2023-0068 Ordinance to adopt parking restrictions on the south side of W. Rogers St.
from 185’ east of S. 89th St. to the east end of the 8800 block of W. Rogers
St.
Recommendation: Pass
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7. R-2023-0614 Resolution relative to the agreement with the City of Greenfield for Public
Health Services.
Recommendation: Reconsider Version 1 and Adopt Version 2
8. R-2023-0655 Resolution to approve the Year 2024 Operating Plan for the Downtown West
Allis Business Improvement District and to adopt the Special Assessment
Method as stated therein.
Recommendation: Adopt
9. R-2023-0656 Resolution Granting a Privilege to Supawadee Pamoto for property located at
7335 W. Greenfield Ave. Tax Key No. 453-0118-000.
Recommendation: Adopt
10. R-2023-0657 Resolution Constituting a Relocation Order for the Laying Out, Relocation and
Improvement of W. Beloit Rd. and S. 55th St. crossings with the Union Pacific
Railroad.
Recommendation: Adopt
11. R-2023-0659 Resolution to accept the proposals of various nurseries for furnishing and
delivering 150 trees for fall planting for a total net sum of $15,769.
Recommendation: Adopt
12. R-2023-0660 Resolution ordering preliminary plans and specifications together with a
schedule of proposed assessments for improvement of S. 118th St - W.
Washington St. to W Rainbow Ave.; W. Walker St. - S. 60th St. to East of S.
56th St.; W. Rogers St. - S. 76th St. to S. 84th St.; S. 77th St. - W. Pierce St.
to W. Walker St.; S. 89th St. - W. Greenfield Ave. to W. Orchard St.; S. 86th S.
- W. Greenfield Ave. to W. Washington St and portions of intersecting streets.
Recommendation: Adopt
13. R-2023-0661 Resolution to approve bid of UPI Construction LLC for water main relays in S.
97th St. from W. Becher St. to W. Burnham St. and W. Burnham St. from S.
96th S. to S. 98th St. in the City of West Allis in the amount of $484,369.
Recommendation: Adopt
14. R-2023-0663 Resolution to amend the City’s fee schedule by revising Park Rental in the
Public Works fee section.
Recommendation: Adopt
15. R-2023-0664 Resolution ordering preliminary plans and specifications together with a
schedule of proposed assessments for improvement of W. Pierce St. - S.
76th St. to S. 77th St.
Recommendation: Adopt
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16. R-2023-0665 Resolution ordering preliminary plans and specifications together with a
schedule of proposed assessments for improvement of Area bounded by S.
68th St. to S. 78th St. and W. Oklahoma Ave. to the Union Pacific Railroad.
Recommendation: Adopt
17. 2023-0596 Claim by Erol Kolcu for alleged expenses incurred at 1909 S. 73rd St. on
September 18, 2023.
Recommendation: Refer to City Attorney
18. 2023-0628 Appointment by Mayor Devine of Andrea Kopan to the Farmers Market
Committee for a 2-year term to expire October 3, 2025.
Recommendation: Approve
L. COMMON COUNCIL RECESS
M. NEW AND PREVIOUS MATTERS
ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE
None.
PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE
19. R-2023-0662 Resolution to approve bid of Cudahy Roofing & Supply, Inc. for Base Bid B for
the West Allis Police Department Roof Replacement in the amount of
$53,880.
Recommendation: Adopt
20. R-2023-0666 Resolution to accept the proposal of Kueny Architects, LLC to provide
architectural and engineering services for the design of the future Department
of Public Works Facility to be located at S. 53rd St. and W. Burham St.
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
21. 2023-0612 September 19, 2023 Economic Development Committee Minutes.
Recommendation: Approve
22. 2023-0586 Application for Transfer of a Class B Tavern License from Premises to
Premises for Su Plus Two Fusion Cuisine currently located at 7028 W.
Greenfield Ave. to 7335 W. Greenfield Ave., for Supawadee Pamoto, Agent.
Public Hearing Items (Economic Development Committee)
23. O-2023-0052 Ordinance to Amend Section 19 of the West Allis Revised Municipal Code,
relative to updating regulations for Child Care Centers, Nicotine Sales, and
other minor changes.
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24. 2023-0535 Conditional Use Permit for Wedgewood Motor Works, a proposed Light
Motor Vehicle Service use, at 5110 W. Lincoln Ave.
24a. 2023-0547 Conditional Use Permit for Allis Yards, a proposed 5+ Unit Dwelling, at 1100
S. 70th St.
PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE
25. 2023-0617 2023-2025 New Operator's License (Bartender/Class D Operator)
application for Raniyah Brown.
(First appearance)
26. 2023-0619 2023-2025 New Operator's License (Bartender/Class D Operator)
application for Haylee Wojtczak.
(First appearance)
27. 2023-0625 2023-2025 New Operator's License (Bartender/Class D Operator)
application for Zackery Hanson.
(First appearance)
Public Hearing Items (Public Safety Committee)
28. 2023-0574 New application for Noise Variance Permit for Ope Brewing Company, 6751
W. National Ave.
(NSVR 2)
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 QUORUM
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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