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Oak Creek approves agreement with Abenshein Beer Garden operator; private operator to invest $200,000 and share revenue
Summary
The council approved a five-year agreement with Abenshein Park Beer Garden LLC to operate a beer garden at Abenshine Park. The operators will invest $200,000 to build out the site and remit 15% of net sales to the city under the agreement; the initial term is five years with an additional two-year option subject to council approval.
The Oak Creek Common Council on June 3 approved an agreement with Abenshein Park Beer Garden LLC to operate a beer-garden amenity in Abenshine Park.
At the meeting, developer representatives described the project as a family-oriented park amenity that grew from earlier pop-up events in the park. Andrew Grama, speaking for the project team, said the concept had been under discussion for several years and that the new building concept made the business model viable. "It's been a very long project... we're happy to be discussing with the common council tonight," Grama said.
Operators Michael Grama and Tony DeBartolo told the council they operate existing beer gardens and expected to bring lessons learned to the Oak Creek site. City staff explained the agreement includes an initial operator investment of $200,000 to build out the provided shell and a revenue-sharing provision that pays the city 15% of net sales as defined in the contract. City staff characterized the $15% revenue share as a conservative estimate that could generate roughly $40,000–$60,000 a year based on early projections, while noting actual receipts could vary with attendance and the eventual operating season.
The agreement authorizes an initial term of five years with an option for a two-year extension subject to common council approval. Staff said the city may terminate the contract if the operator fails to meet responsibilities in the agreement. Council members and staff discussed programming and coordination with the city's marketing and events teams; Mayor Daniel J. Bakkevich said he expects the amenity will be popular. The council approved the agreement by roll call with all present voting aye.
No changes to park operating hours, specific rental rates for private rooftop events, or a detailed schedule were approved in the meeting; staff said some operational details will be addressed as the project is implemented.
