Title
Liquor License - Secret Garden by Wedgewood Weddings
Description
Request for a liquor license. Arizona State License Application 109889.
License Information
Summary
Applicant
Andrea Lewkowitz, Agent
License Type
Series 12 - Restaurant
Location
2501 E. Baseline Road
Zoning Classification: MUA, MUA HP
Council District: 8
This request is for a new liquor license for a restaurant. This location was previously licensed for liquor sales and does not have an interim permit.
The 60-day limit for processing this application was July 13, 2020. However, the applicant submitted a written request for more time.
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:
“Applicant is committed to upholding the highest standards for business and maintaining compliance with applicable laws. Managers and staff will be trained in the techniques of legal and responsible alcohol sale and service.”
The public convenience requires and the best interest of the community will be substantially served by the issuance of the liquor license because:
“Applicant will provide customized food and beverage service for weddings and events at the Secret Garden. The Secret Garden is a unique historical venue located in the foothills of South Mountain, surrounded by mature trees, gardens, and lawns - perfect for weddings, outdoor dining, family and corporate events. Applicant would like to offer alcoholic beverages to guests 21 and over as an incident to the meals served.”
Staff Recommendation
Staff recommends approval of this application.
Attachments
Liquor License Data - Secret Garden by Wedgewood Weddings
Liquor License Map - Secret Garden by Wedgewood Weddings
Department
Responsible Department
This item is submitted by Deputy City Manager Toni Maccarone and the City Clerk Department.