Title
Liquor License - Express Beer and Tacos
Description
Request for a liquor license. Arizona State License Application 138840.
License Information
Summary
Applicant
Juanita Esparza, Agent
License Type
Series 10 - Beer and Wine Store
Location
7730 W. Indian School Road
Zoning Classification: C-2
Council District: 5
This request is for a new liquor license for a beer and wine store. This location was previously licensed for liquor sales and does not have an interim permit. This location requires a Use Permit to allow package liquor sales.
The 60-day limit for processing this application is April 18, 2021.
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 applicant does not hold an interest in any other active liquor license 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:
“The owner of Express Beer and Tacos is committed to upholding the highest standards for it's business practices & employees. Mr. Lazar has been trained along with all employees in the techniques of legal & responsibility and has taken the Title 4 Liquor Law Training course. As owner of the business he will oversee all employees & will provide a safe experience for the staff and the public at all times.”
The public convenience requires and the best interest of the community will be substantially served by the issuance of the liquor license because:
“Mr. Lazar wishes to provide off-sale privileges of beer and wine to the general public. Express Beer and Tacos will responsibly adhere to all state and federal tax laws & maintain a strict adherence to the security requirements of the city and state agencies.”
Staff Recommendation
Staff recommends approval of this application noting the applicant must resolve any pending City of Phoenix building and zoning requirements, and be in compliance with the City of Phoenix Code and Ordinances.
Attachments
Liquor License Data - Express Beer and Tacos
Liquor License Map - Express Beer and Tacos
Department
Responsible Department
This item is submitted by Deputy City Manager Toni Maccarone and the City Clerk Department.