File #: 24-2198   
Type: License - Liquor Status: Recommended for Approval
Meeting Body: City Council Formal Meeting
On agenda: 10/2/2024 Final action: 10/2/2024
Title: Liquor License - Corazon De Agave
District: District 2

Title

Liquor License - Corazon De Agave

 

Description

Request for a liquor license. Arizona State License Application 301803.

 

License Information

Summary

 

Applicant

Juanita Esparza, Agent

 

License Type

Series 12 - Restaurant

 

Location

4010 E. Bell Road, Suites 101 & 102

Zoning Classification: C-2

Council District: 2

 

This request is for an acquisition of control of an existing liquor license for a restaurant. This location is currently licensed for liquor sales.

 

The 60-day limit for processing this application is October 4, 2024.

 

Pursuant to A.R.S. 4-203, consideration should be given only to the applicant's personal qualifications.

 

Other Active Liquor License Interest in Arizona

The ownership of this business has an interest in other active liquor license(s) in the State of Arizona. This information is listed below and includes liquor license violations on file with the AZ Department of Liquor Licenses and Control and, for locations within the boundaries of Phoenix, the number of aggregate calls for police service within the last 12 months for the address listed.

 

Just Tacos and More

2910 N. 32nd Street, #160, Phoenix

Calls for police service: 1

Liquor license violations: None

 

Public Opinion

No protest or support letters were received within the 20-day public comment period.

 

Applicant’s Statement

The applicant submitted the following statement in support of this application. Spelling, grammar and punctuation in the statement are shown exactly as written by the applicant on the City Questionnaire.

 

I have the capability, reliability and qualifications to hold a liquor license because:

“The owner's of Cocimex Group, LLC are committed to upholding the highest standards for "It's business practices and employees. They have been trained in the techniques of legal & responsibility and has taken Title IV Liquor training course. As the owner's and operators of the restaurant Mr. Garrido and Mrs. Colar De Garrido will oversee all employees & will provide a safe experience all staff & patrons.”

 

The public convenience requires and the best interest of the community will be substantially served by the issuance of the liquor license because:

“Mr. Garris & Mrs. Colar De Garrido of Cocimex Group, LLC wish to provide dining in a family restaurant environment w/the service of an alcoholic drink at the request of any patron over the age of 21 years. In addition Mr. Garriso & Mr. Colar De Garrido will responsibly adhere to all state & federal tax laws & maintain a strict adherence to the security requirements of the city and state.”

 

Staff Recommendation

Staff recommends approval of this application.

 

Department

Responsible Department

This item is submitted by Deputy City Manager Ginger Spencer and the City Clerk Department.