05/12/2026 - Special Public Safety Committee Meeting

The City of West Allis Public Safety Committee held a special meeting on May 12, 2026, to address allegations against Black Bar and Bites Corporation related to violations of alcohol licensing laws and associated criminal activity. The hearing focused on evidence presented by the city, including a federal criminal complaint and indictment involving drug trafficking and other illegal activities linked to the bar's operations and its management. The committee reviewed extensive documentation and testimony from law enforcement officers detailing the involvement of individuals connected to the bar in narcotics distribution and related offenses. After deliberation in closed session, the committee unanimously decided to revoke the bar's Class B fermented malt beverage and intoxicating liquor licenses immediately, rejecting a request to delay revocation to allow the business to wind down. The committee also recommended denying any future bartender licenses to the licensee. A special council meeting was scheduled to finalize the revocation. No procurement or contracting matters were discussed during this meeting.