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Ordinance & License Committee Meeting - April 27, 2026: License Approvals and Special Event Permits

Public Meetings — Monday, April 27, 2026
BodyWaukesha, Wisconsin
SessionPublic Meetings
DateMonday, April 27, 2026
StatusFILED
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0:05

So we will call to order the Monday, April 27th, 2026, meeting of the ordinance and licensing committee.

0:15

Three members of the committee are present with Jim Evert missing or absent.

0:21

So we do have a quorum.

0:24

Is anyone here for public comment?

0:28

All right.

0:29

Seeing no one here for public comment, we will move on to approval of the minutes.

0:33

Do any of the committee committee members have any concerns or objections to the minutes as they are presented?

0:40

Seeing no concerns, we will consider the minutes from our April 13th, 2026 meeting approved uh by unanimous consent.

0:51

Moving on to invited bartender applications.

0:55

Um first up we have Paul Spurk.

0:58

Paul, are you here?

0:59

Yep.

1:00

Come on up, please.

1:01

Sure.

1:09

Uh thanks for coming.

1:10

Sure.

1:12

Um you're here because of a couple of fences on your record um around alcohol in the past.

1:20

Um looks like it has been quite a while ago, so I assume that's all behind you.

1:25

Um before no.

1:29

No.

1:33

Pick up some hours and a little extra cash.

1:36

Okay, fair enough.

1:37

And have you completed the responsible server course you check no on the application?

1:41

So oh no, I have, yes, sir.

1:42

I have okay.

1:43

Yep.

1:44

Okay, thank you.

2:01

Um you have checked here that you have been convicted of a felony, which can you tell us when that was?

2:09

Uh yeah, my felonies were back in I think 2006.

2:12

It's over 20 years ago.

2:14

So I have uh Grant Theft Auto, um forgery and escape.

2:21

So yeah.

2:23

Okay.

2:24

But like you said, that was all in the past.

2:28

Yeah, it looks like it's been about 20 years.

2:30

Yeah, I've had nothing since I've paid my debt to society.

2:34

Now I did uh six years in in prison, so I mean I've I've planned paid my debt plenty, so and I don't plan on doing that again.

2:42

So okay, thank you.

2:43

Yes, sir.

2:46

Um, six years that you you were at prison.

2:51

So you were around 2012.

2:54

I I was I was released in 2010, yes.

2:57

Yes, yes.

3:02

Any other questions from the committee members?

3:07

Any of you want to make a motion, Paul?

3:15

Uh Brian.

3:16

The application um, as you noted the box is checked for null on the responsible beverage server course.

3:24

And you say that you did complete it, so you you will have to provide the certificate or the I believe I have it on my phone, it's probably in my email.

3:31

Yeah, you'll need to get that a copy of that to the clerk's office.

3:35

Sure, yes, sir.

3:36

Yeah, thanks, Brian.

3:37

I was gonna mention that uh at some point, but yes, you'll have to provide it before they'll issue the yeah.

3:42

I did complete it, and I do have a I know I do have an email from them saying that it was a completion.

3:49

Okay, yes, sir.

3:50

Thank you.

3:52

Yeah, I'll I'll make a motion to approve the license.

3:57

Second.

3:58

All right.

3:59

Um we have a motion to approve the bartender's application for Paul Spurk motion by Alder Person Manion, seconded by Alder Person Wigderson.

4:08

Um, for what it's worth, I I agree, right?

Discussion Breakdown — Share of Meeting
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Summary of Proceedings

Ordinance & License Committee Meeting - April 27, 2026

The Ordinance & License Committee of the City of Waukesha met on Monday, April 27, 2026 at 6:00 PM in the Council Chambers at City Hall. Committee members present: Paul Wuteska (Chairman), Doreen Wigderson, Daniel Manion. Jim Evert absent. The meeting was called to order at 6:00 PM and adjourned at 6:37 PM. The committee reviewed and voted on several bartender licenses, business license renewals, and special event alcohol permits for North Pillar Brewing Company.

Consent Calendar

  • Approval of Minutes: The minutes from the April 13, 2026 meeting were approved by unanimous consent.
  • Other License Renewals (Single Motion): The committee approved a bundled motion for numerous routine license renewals including: Sendik's Food Market, Pick 'n Save #308, Woodman's Food Market, The Rotunda, The Hilltop Pub, Mom's Kitchen Waukesha, Sobelman's Pub & Grill, Southside Fuzzy's Pub & Grill, Sunset Bowl, Tofte's Table, Spanish Traveler, City News & Video (adult-oriented establishment), BB's on Main, The Hilltop Pub, Hannon's Fine Food & Cocktails, Southside Fuzzy's Pub & Grill, Sunset Bowl, Woodman's Food Market (amusement games/devices), Sunset Bowl (bowling lanes), Meadowbrook Corner Pump, Panos Fresh Market, Crush LLC, Magellan's (extension of premises), BB's on Main, The Hilltop Pub, Hannon's, Southside Fuzzy's, Sunset Bowl (jukeboxes), BB's on Main, The Hilltop Pub, Hannon's, Southside Fuzzy's, Sunset Bowl (pool tables), Park Place MHC (mobile home trailer park), One Stop Wonders (secondhand article dealer), and Costa's Fine Jewelry & Coins (secondhand jewelry dealer). The motion passed 3-0.

Public Comments & Testimony

No members of the public were present to speak.

Discussion Items

Invited Bartender Applications

  1. Paul Sperk: Sperk appeared before the committee. He disclosed prior felony convictions (grand theft auto, forgery, escape) from 2006 and a period of incarceration until 2010. He stated he had completed the responsible server course, though the application initially indicated otherwise. The committee approved the license with a motion from Manion and second from Wigderson, noting the age of the offenses and Sperk's clean record since. Vote: 3-0. The chairman advised Sperk to provide the server course certificate to the clerk's office and noted the recommendation will go to the Common Council on May 5th.

  2. Kayla Marie Sutton: Represented by Kwik Trip agent Andrew Iwanski, Sutton had two prior alcohol-related incidents, the most recent three years ago. She testified that she completed a one-year adult and teen challenge program and has remained sober. The committee approved the license (motion by Wuteska, second by Manion) unanimously, with advice to attend the council meeting on May 5th due to her record. Vote: 3-0.

  3. Anthony George Zukauskis: The applicant did not appear, and this was his third invitation. The committee approved a motion to deny the license (motion by Manion, second by Wigderson). Vote: 3-0.

Invited Other Applications (Renewals with Compliance Issues)

  1. BB's on Main (Class B Beer & Liquor Combo): Agent Brooke Petty explained that a failed compliance check (sting) led to upgraded ID scanning procedures. All bartenders now use scanners 100% of the time. The committee approved the renewal unanimously. Vote: 3-0.

  2. Brinker Restaurant Corporation d/b/a Chili's Bar & Grill: Managing Partner Tyson Beck testified regarding two compliance failures (Dec 2024 and Sept 2025). The employee from the most recent failure was terminated. Beck detailed training improvements including a reference book and manager verification for IDs. City Attorney Brian clarified the threshold for non-renewal (two failures in one year) but noted the committee could still approve. The committee approved the renewal. Vote: 3-0.

  3. Hannon's Inc. (Hannon's Fine Food & Cocktails): Owner Mark Hannon stated a new employee made a mistake during a compliance check. He discussed the issue with staff and reported no further problems. The committee approved the renewal. Vote: 3-0.

  4. Kwik Trip Inc. (Cigarette Retail & Class A Beer & Cider): Agent Andrew Iwanski (returning for a second item) explained a September 2025 compliance failure caused by a new employee not scanning an ID. Kwik Trip's policy includes a three-day suspension for first offenses, and monthly undercover checks. The committee approved both licenses. Vote: 3-0.

  5. Waxed Candle Company LLC (Class C Wine) and Waxed Vinyl Music Lounge LLC (Reserve Class B Beer & Liquor Combo): Applicant John Large stated the businesses are adjacent; the vinyl lounge is set to open in late May/early June. The committee approved both new licenses, noting new applicants are typically invited to introduce their business. Vote: 3-0.

Special Event Alcohol Permits (AB-105)

  1. Jazz at Cutler Park 2026: The committee approved an AB-105 permit submitted by North Pillar Brewing Company for the 2026 Jazz at Cutler Park event. City Attorney Brian confirmed the Parks and Recreation Department had no objections. Motion by Wigderson, second by Manion. Vote: 3-0.

  2. Beats by the River (June 13, 2026): The committee held the AB-105 application for Beats by the River at the request of the Parks, Recreation, and Forestry Department due to pending changes to the event. The item was tabled to the next Ordinance & License Committee meeting on May 11, 2026.

Other Business

  • A committee member inquired about the status of an AB-105 for North Pillar's "Friday Night Live" event. Chairman Wuteska responded that the application is still pending a site drawing and will be brought forward once finalized.

Key Outcomes

  • All bartender license applications (Sperk, Sutton) were approved; Zukauskis was denied via a motion to deny.
  • All invited other applications (BB's on Main, Chili's, Hannon's, Kwik Trip, Waxed Candle/Waxed Vinyl) were approved.
  • Jazz at Cutler Park AB-105 was approved for the 2026 season.
  • Beats by the River AB-105 was held to the May 11, 2026 committee meeting.
  • All license approvals are recommendations to the Common Council, which will consider them on May 5, 2026, as part of its consent agenda (except for licenses with noted records, which may be discussed if a council member requests).
  • The committee adjourned at 6:37 PM.

Meeting Transcript

So we will call to order the Monday, April 27th, 2026, meeting of the ordinance and licensing committee. Three members of the committee are present with Jim Evert missing or absent. So we do have a quorum. Is anyone here for public comment? All right. Seeing no one here for public comment, we will move on to approval of the minutes. Do any of the committee committee members have any concerns or objections to the minutes as they are presented? Seeing no concerns, we will consider the minutes from our April 13th, 2026 meeting approved uh by unanimous consent. Moving on to invited bartender applications. Um first up we have Paul Spurk. Paul, are you here? Yep. Come on up, please. Sure. Uh thanks for coming. Sure. Um you're here because of a couple of fences on your record um around alcohol in the past. Um looks like it has been quite a while ago, so I assume that's all behind you. Um before no. No. Pick up some hours and a little extra cash. Okay, fair enough. And have you completed the responsible server course you check no on the application? So oh no, I have, yes, sir. I have okay. Yep. Okay, thank you. Um you have checked here that you have been convicted of a felony, which can you tell us when that was? Uh yeah, my felonies were back in I think 2006. It's over 20 years ago. So I have uh Grant Theft Auto, um forgery and escape. So yeah. Okay. But like you said, that was all in the past. Yeah, it looks like it's been about 20 years. Yeah, I've had nothing since I've paid my debt to society. Now I did uh six years in in prison, so I mean I've I've planned paid my debt plenty, so and I don't plan on doing that again. So okay, thank you. Yes, sir. Um, six years that you you were at prison. So you were around 2012. I I was I was released in 2010, yes. Yes, yes. Any other questions from the committee members? Any of you want to make a motion, Paul? Uh Brian. The application um, as you noted the box is checked for null on the responsible beverage server course. And you say that you did complete it, so you you will have to provide the certificate or the I believe I have it on my phone, it's probably in my email. Yeah, you'll need to get that a copy of that to the clerk's office. Sure, yes, sir.

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