Common Council

City Hall, Common Council Chambers 7525 W. Greenfield Ave.

Agenda — 98 items

1. A. CALL TO ORDER
2. B. ROLL CALL
3. C. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
4. D. PUBLIC HEARINGS
5. 1. Presentation of 2024 water rate study. 2024-0470
6. E. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION
7. 7 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.
8. F. ANNOUNCEMENT OF RECESS MEETINGS OF STANDING COMMITTEES
9. 9 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.
10. G. MAYOR'S REPORT
11. 11 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.
12. H. ALDERPERSONS' REPORT
13. 13 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.
14. I. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Approved
15. 2. June 11, 2024 Common Council Minutes. 2024-0434
16. 3. June 17, 2024 Common Council Minutes. 2024-0403
17. J. STANDING COMMITTEE REPORTS
18. 18 ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
19. 4. New Class B Tavern and Public Entertainment Licenses for Laughing Bear LLC, d/b/a Roll On In, 5630 W. Lincoln Ave. Agent: Kevin Dixon-Seidl. (ALC-24-20) 2024-0363
20. 20 PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE
21. 5. Summons and complaint against Flying Unicorn LLC d/b/a The Thirsty Cactus Saloon, 6108 W. Burnham St. Agent: Craig Silber.
22. 6. Summons and complaint against Mary Markes for the suspension or revocation of the Class D Operator License. (BART-511). 2024-0317
23. 22 Passed The Block Vote Approved Pass
24. K. ITEMS NOT REFERRED TO COMMITTEE (CONSENT AGENDA)
25. 7. Ordinance to amend the Public Beautification Committee organization. O-2024-0025
26. 8. Ordinance to amend salary schedule by reclassifying the Communications Assistant position and retitling certain public safety and general communications and marketing positions. O-2024-0030 Passed Pass
27. 9. Resolution accepting work of Visu-Sewer for sanitary and storm lining and grouting and authorizing and directing settlement of said contract in accordance with contract terms of 2022 Project No. 17 for final payment in the amount of $12,457.50. R-2024-0334 Adopted Pass
28. 10. Resolution to accept proposed national opioid settlement with Kroger. R-2024-0336 Adopted Pass
29. 11. Resolution amending the existing professional services contract with AECOM Technical Services, Inc. (ATS) to provide consulting services for WPDES permit compliance for field screening the City’s outfalls in 2024 for an additional sum not to exceed $20,500. R-2024-0337 Adopted Pass
30. 12. Resolution to amend an existing contract with KL Engineering, Inc. for Consulting Services related to the construction oversight of the street lighting conversion for an amount not to exceed $160,000. R-2024-0347 Adopted Pass
31. 13. Resolution to approve bid of LaLonde Contractors, Inc. for Street Construction in S. 77th St. from W. Pierce St. to W. Walker St. and W. Pierce St. from S. 77th St. to S. 76th St. in the City of West Allis in the amount of $925,515.81. R-2024-0348 Adopted Pass
32. 14. Resolution to accept the proposal of Furey Filter and Pump, Inc. for the required repairs to the existing Cascade Pump #4 at the Storm Water Pumping Station located at 2179 S. 111th Street for $25,400. R-2024-0349 Adopted Pass
33. 15. Resolution approving the Community Development Block Grant Annual Action Plan for fiscal year 2024. R-2024-0360 Adopted Pass
34. 16. Resolution to approve a Certified Survey Map to split a portion of land located at 62** W. National Ave (Tax key No. 454-0073-001) and combine it with the property located at 6207 W. National Ave. (Tax Key No. 454-0072-000). R-2024-0389 Adopted Pass
35. 17. Resolution to approve a Certified Survey Map to split the existing parcel at 2580 S. Root River Pkwy. into two parcels. (Tax Key No. 483-9981-000). R-2024-0392 Adopted Pass
36. 18. Resolution to approve a two-year extension amendment for the disposal of solid waste by and between Waste Management and the City of West Allis. R-2024-0358 Adopted Pass
37. 19. Resolution to authorize the Department of Public Works to accept an allocation of 2024 recycling grant funding from the Department of Natural Resources. R-2024-0396 Adopted Pass
38. 20. Request from Perspective Brewing, holder of a brewer’s permit, for approval of an unlimited transfer full-service retail outlet, limited to beer, at 6501 W. National Ave. on July 11, 13, 27; August 1, 3, 15, 17, 22, 24; September 5, 7, 12, 14; and October 5 and 19. 2024-0486 Placed on File Pass
39. 21. Class A/B/C Alcohol License Renewal Applications. *See attachment for the lists. 2024-0390 Approved Pass
40. 22. Class A/B/C Alcohol License Renewal Applications with changes. *See attachment for the lists. 2024-0391 Approved Pass
41. 23. Temporary Extension of a Class B License and Public Entertainment Permit request for Studz Pub, hosting a one-day event on August 17, 2024 from 11 a.m. – 8 p.m., to be held at 6833 W. National Ave. Applicant: Dean Ratas 2024-0421 Approved Pass
42. 24. Temporary Extension of a Class B License and Public Entertainment Permit request for Studz Pub, hosting a one-day event on September 8, 2024 from 12 p.m. - 10 p.m., to be held at 6833 W. National Ave. Applicant: Dean Ratas 2024-0435 Approved Pass
43. 25. Claim by Rebecca Swanson for alleged property damage at 6944 W. Beloit Rd., on April 25th, 2024. 2024-0400 Referred Pass
44. 26. Claim by Leroy Taylor for towing invoice at 1911 S. 69th St., on June 14th, 2024. 2024-0409 Referred Pass
45. 27. Claim by Thomas Bucholtz for alleged property damage at 10923 W. Lincoln Ave., on January 29th, 2024. 2024-0428 Referred Pass
46. 28. Claim by Jasmine Santiago for alleged property damage at 8405 W. National Ave., on June 7th, 2024. 2024-0429 Referred Pass
47. 29. Claim by Glenn Czerwinski for alleged property damage at 1033 S. 89th St., on May 30, 2024. 2024-0458 Referred Pass
48. 30. Claim by Alex Morales for alleged property damage at 1959 S. 77th St., on May 30, 2024. 2024-0468 Referred Pass
49. 31. Appointment by Mayor Devine of Angela Collings to the Library Board as the Public School District Representative for a 3-year term to expire July 10, 2027. 2024-0466 Approved Pass
50. 32. Appointment by Mayor Devine of Tricia Hallett to the Board of Appeals for a 3-year term to expire July 10, 2027. 2024-0422 Approved Pass
51. 33. Appointment by Mayor Devine of Ald. Marty Weigel and Bridget Condon to the Economic Development Loan Task Force. 2024-0459 Approved Pass
52. 34. Appointment by Mayor Devine of Ald. Marty Weigel to the Community Development Block Grant Committee for a 2-year term to expire July 10, 2026. 2024-0472 Approved Pass
53. 35. Summons and Complaint in the matter of City of West Allis v. Seagrave Fire Apparatus, LLC regarding breach of contract, Case No. 2023-CV-9079. 2024-0315 Approved Pass
54. 36. Finance Director/Comptroller submitting report for June 2024 indicating City of West Allis checks issued in the amount of $2,697,909.04. 2024-0443 Placed on File Pass
55. L. COMMON COUNCIL RECESS
56. M. NEW AND PREVIOUS MATTERS
57. 55 Passed The Block Vote Approved Pass
58. 56 ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE
59. 37. Resolution to approve contract with Apptegy for providing Mobile App and Web Design Services for a total sum of $38,933.00. R-2024-0300
60. 38. Resolution creating Tax Incremental District No. 20, approving its Project Plan and establishing its boundaries City of West Allis, Wisconsin. R-2024-0364
61. 39. Resolution to authorize the Fire Department to apply for funding under the Bureau of Justice Comprehensive Opioid, Stimulant, Substance Use Program (COSSUP) grant. R-2024-0399 Adopted Pass
62. 40. Resolution to update City debt management policy. R-2024-0402 Adopted Pass
63. 41. Resolution providing for the sale of approximately $26,850,000 general obligation promissory notes, Series 2024A. R-2024-0403 Adopted Pass
64. 42. Discussion regarding Common Council Rules of Procedure. 2024-0471 Held Pass
65. 43. Communication regarding “It’s Your City” print newsletter. 2024-0433 Placed on File Pass
66. 44. Claim by Amir Al-Majid for personal injury and vehicle damage on April 7, 2023 at the intersection of N. 35th St. and Highland Ave. in Milwaukee. Referred for Legal Action to the City Attorney Pass
67. 45. Claim by Amir Al-Majid for alleged property damage and personal injuries at N. 35th St. and W. Highland Blvd., on April 7, 2023. 2024-0067 Referred for Legal Action to the City Attorney Pass
68. 65 Passed The Block Vote Approved Pass
69. 66 PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE
70. 46. Ordinance to amend Police Department regulations and consolidate laws on vehicle towing. O-2024-0027 Passed
71. 47. Ordinance to amend regulations related to electric scooter operation and allow limited short-term commercial rental. O-2024-0022 Passed Pass
72. 48. Resolution authorizing the Director of Public Works to enter into a Pilot agreement between the City of West Allis and Lime for short-term commercial rental of scooters. R-2024-0395 Held
73. 49. Resolution authorizing staff to petition the Public Service Commission for a water rate increase. R-2024-0346 Adopted Pass
74. 71 ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
75. 71 Passed The Block Vote Approved Pass
76. 50. Ordinance to incorporate full-service retail outlets into alcohol licensing laws. O-2024-0024
77. 72 Passed The Block Vote Approved Pass
78. 51. Resolution to create fee schedule for services related to full-service retail outlets. R-2024-0357 Adopted Pass
79. 52. Resolution to approve a Purchase and Sale and Development Agreement between JJH3Group, LLC, and the City of West Allis and Community Development Authority of the City of West Allis for the multifamily and mixed-use development for the property located along W. Greenfield Ave. between S. 64th and S. 65th St. R-2024-0361 Adopted Pass
80. 53. Resolution to approve a Development Agreement between Land by Label, LLC, Community Development Authority of the City of West Allis and the City of West Allis for the multifamily development for the property located on the 4.54 acre parcel on the southeast corner of S. 70th St. and W. Washington St., 11** S. 70th St., Tax Key No. 439-9006-000. R-2024-0368 Adopted Pass
81. 54. Resolution permitting certain expenditures up to $3,750,000 to be made with a one-half mile radius of Tax Incremental District No. 7 (Whitnall Summit TIF) of the City of West Allis. R-2024-0371 Adopted Pass
82. 55. Resolution to approve Fifth Amendment to the Development Agreement between the City of West Allis and Cobalt Partners LLC, Tax Incremental District 16, within the S. 70th St. corridor (West Quarter). R-2024-0374 Adopted Pass
83. 56. Resolution approving up to a $2,000,000 Brownfield Revolving Loan Fund Grant to LxL Allis Yards, LLC, for the property located on the 4.54 acre parcel on the southeast corner of S. 70th St. and W. Washington St., 11** S. 70th St., Tax Key No. 439-9006-000. (Former Allis Chalmers Tractor Plant) R-2024-0377 Adopted Pass
84. 57. Resolution authorizing the submittal of a Wisconsin Ready for Reuse loan application to the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources for the Allis Yards Residential Redevelopment for the property located on the 4.54 acre parcel on the southeast corner of S. 70th St. and W. Washington St., 11** S. 70th St., Tax Key No. 439-9006-000. (Former Allis Chalmers Tractor Plant) in the City of West Allis, by the City of West Allis, and the subsequent appropriation of City of West Allis funds to help secure the Wisconsin Ready for Reuse Loan. R-2024-0380 Adopted Pass
85. 58. Resolution approving the terms & conditions for an Economic Development Loan to K&K Barista LLC, under the National Avenue Commercial Corridor InStore Forgivable Loan Program in an amount up to $15,000. R-2024-0383 Adopted Pass
86. 59. Resolution approving a Stormwater Indemnification Agreement by and between the City of West Allis and the Community Development Authority of the City of West Allis and Mark Higgins for the property located at 6620 W. Mitchell St. and SoNa Parcel 1 within the Six Points Farmers Market Redevelopment Area. R-2024-0386 Adopted Pass
87. 60. New Class B Tavern License for Shana Ewan LLC, d/b/a The Chi Lounge and Grill, 8307 W. Becher St. Agent: Shana Ewan. (ALC-24-16) 2024-0365 Approved Pass
88. 61. New Class B Tavern and Public Entertainment Licenses for West Allis DDF LLC, d/b/a Jimmy B’s, 7216 W. Lincoln Ave. Agent: Sally Sebern. (ALC-24-25) 2024-0437 Approved Pass
89. 62. Application for Full-Service Retail Sales for Great Lakes Distillery LLC, DBA “Great Lakes Distillery” at 5835 W. National Ave. Agent: Guy Rehorst 2024-0442 Placed on File Pass
90. 85 PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE
91. 63. Renewal Operator's License (Bartender/Class D Operator) application for Andrew Shroble. (2nd Appearance) (BART-245) 2024-0279 Approved Fail
92. 64. Renewal Operator's License (Bartender/Class D Operator) application for Chris Schutte. (BART-131) 2024-0362 Approved Pass
93. 65. Renewal Operator's License (Bartender/Class D Operator) application for Danielle Nichols. (BART-1164) 2024-0361 Approved Pass
94. 88 Passed The Block Vote Approved Pass
95. 66. New Operator's License (Bartender/Class D Operator) application for Derek Sullivan. (BART-1186) 2024-0439 Approved Pass
96. 67. Renewal Operator's License (Bartender/Class D Operator) application for Alyris Rios Martinez. (1st Appearance) (BART-545) 2024-0473 Approved Pass
97. 68. Transient Merchant License Application for Elizabeth Flores representing Flautas Y Chilaquiles Los Villa LLC. (TMDS-24-18) 2024-0438 Approved Pass
98. N. ADJOURNMENT

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