File #: 23-0541   
Type: License - Liquor Status: Recommended for Approval
Meeting Body: City Council Formal Meeting
On agenda: 3/22/2023 Final action:
Title: Liquor License - Passport Destilados
District: District 7

Title

Liquor License - Passport Destilados

 

Description

Request for a liquor license. Arizona State License Application 223871.

 

License Information

Summary

 

Applicant

Jimmie Munoz, Agent

 

License Type

Series 4 - Wholesaler

 

Location

6645 S. Central Ave.

Zoning Classification: C-2 BAOD

Council District: 7

 

This request is for a new liquor license for a wholesaler. This location was not previously licensed for liquor sales and does not have an interim permit. This business has plans to open in April 2023.

 

The 60-day limit for processing this application is March 26, 2023.

 

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

 

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

Seven letters supporting the issuance of this license have been received and are on file in the Office of the City Clerk. The letters are from local residents. They feel that the applicant will be a responsible business owner, has supported the community and local residents for years, and will help grow economic opportunities for small businesses in the area.

 

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 been a public servant in the community and fulfilled my duties with satisfaction, and I have earned a Masters Degree in Global Business Management from Thunderbird School of Global Management.”

 

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.

 

Department

Responsible Department

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