Title
Liquor License - Marathon Food Mart - District 6
Description
Request for a liquor license. Arizona State License Application 306112.
License Information
Summary
Applicant
Felicity Heron, Agent
License Type
Series 10 - Beer and Wine Store
Location
4305 E. Ray Road
Zoning Classification: C-1 PCD
Council District: 6
This request is for a new liquor license for a convenience store that sells gas. This location was previously licensed for liquor sales and may currently operate with an interim permit.
The 60-day limit for processing this application is October 26, 2024.
Pursuant to A.R.S. 4-203, a spirituous liquor license shall be issued only after satisfactory showing of the capability, qualifications and reliability of the applicant and that the public convenience and the best interest of the community will be substantially served by the issuance. If an application is filed for the issuance of a license for a location, that on the date the application is filed has a valid license of the same series issued at that location, there shall be a rebuttable presumption that the public convenience and best interest of the community at that location was established at the time the location was previously licensed. The presumption shall not apply once the licensed location has not been in use for more than 180 days.
Other Active Liquor License Interest in Arizona
This information is not provided due to the multiple ownership interests held by the applicant in the State of Arizona.
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:
“I have the capability, reliability, and qualifications to hold a liquor license because I have studied and famillized myself with the Arizona Liquor Laws and intend to adhere to them. I also have been certified in an approved Basic and Management Alcohol training program. I believe that laws and limitations are put in place are for the safety of the public. I will uphold the liquor laws because I care about the people and the community.”
The public convenience requires and the best interest of the community will be substantially served by the issuance of the liquor license because:
“I will serve the best interest of the public with the issuance of this liquor license because I will make sure my employees are informed and follow all of the Arizona liquor laws to ensure that public safety and well being are always priority.”
Staff Recommendation
Staff recommends approval of this application.
Attachments
Attachment - Marathon Food Mart - Data
Attachment - Marathon Food Mart - Map
Department
Responsible Department
This item is submitted by Deputy City Manager Ginger Spencer and the City Clerk Department.