File #: 24-2515   
Type: License - Liquor Status: Recommended for Approval
Meeting Body: City Council Formal Meeting
On agenda: 11/20/2024 Final action:
Title: Liquor License - Green Light Distributors - District 7
District: District 7

Title

Liquor License - Green Light Distributors - District 7

 

Description

Request for a liquor license. Arizona State License Application 306208.

 

License Information

Summary

 

Applicant

Andrea Lewkowitz, Agent

 

License Type

Series 4 - Wholesaler

 

Location

5302 W. Buckeye Road, Ste. 100

Zoning Classification: A-1

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 January 2025.

 

The 60-day limit for processing this application is November 29, 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.

 

Green Light Distributors (Series 4)

431 N. 47th Avenue, Phoenix

Calls for police service: 8

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:

“Applicant is an experienced licensee and is committed to upholding the highest standards for alcohol sales and service and is committed to uphold all laws and regulations.”

 

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.