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Consideration of amendment to Section 6.08.320 of the Wauwatosa Municipal Code to extend the application deadline for Temporary Class "B" Beer and Temporary "Class B" Wine licenses (Temporary Picnic License) from two to ten days before the event
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Submitted by:
Deyanira Nevarez
Department:
City Clerk
A. Issue
The current ordinance requires Temporary Class “B” Beer and “Class B” Wine license applications to be filed at least two (2) days prior to an event. This timeline is no longer sufficient for the Clerk’s Office to complete the required review, verification, and processing steps.
B. Background/Options
Wisconsin Statutes 125.26(6) and 125.51(10)(a), and Section 6.08.320(C) of the Wauwatosa Municipal Code allow eligible organizations to apply for Temporary Class “B” licenses for events such as picnics, gatherings, and fairs.
The current ordinance requires applications to be submitted at least two days before the event for Temporary Class “B” Beer and Temporary “Class B” Wine licenses. It is no longer practical to complete the full review process within that time frame. To ensure applications are processed accurately and in compliance with the ordinance, the Clerk’s Office carries out the following steps:
• Confirm the organization meets all eligibility requirements under the ordinance
• Verify all required application materials are complete
• Conduct background checks on appointed agents
• Coordinate with the Police Department for review
• Invoice and process payments
• Issue the license as authorized
A two (2) day turnaround no longer provides the necessary time to complete these tasks accurately and consistently. This creates unnecessary pressure on staff and increases the risk of errors or delays.
C. Recommendation
The City Clerk’s Office recommends that the committee approve an amendment to Wauwatosa Municipal Code Section 6.08.320(C) to update the filing deadline for temporary Class “B” beer and “Class B” wine license applications from two (2) days to ten (10) days before the event.