Title
Liquor License Application - Harkins Theatres
Description
Request for a liquor license. Arizona State License 06070258.
License Information
Summary
Applicant
Andrea Lewkowitz, Agent
License Type
Series 6 - Bar
Location
7000 E. Mayo Blvd., Bldg. 18
Zoning Classification: C-2 HGT/WVR PCD
Council District: 2
This request is for an ownership and location transfer of a liquor license from Tempe for a bar/movie theatre. This location was not previously licensed for liquor sales and does not have an interim permit. This location requires a Use Permit to allow a bar which exceeds 5,000 square feet in gross floor area and is located on a lot or parcel within 300 feet of a residential zoning district.
The sixty-day limit for processing this application is Jan. 22, 2017.
Pursuant to A.R.S. 4-203, consideration may be given to the applicant's personal qualifications and to the location.
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.
Harkins Camelview at Fashion Square (Series 6)
7014 E. Camelback Road, Ste. 3A, Scottsdale
Calls for police service: N/A - not in Phoenix
Liquor license violations: None
Harkins Theatres at Estrella Falls (Series 6)
15010 W. McDowell Road, Goodyear
Calls for police service: N/A - not in Phoenix
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 experience licensee committed to upholding the highest standards to maintain compliance with applicable laws. Managers and staff will be trained in the techniques of legal and responsible alcohol sales 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:
“Harkins Theatres would like to offer guests 21 and over the opportunity to enjoy alcoholic beverages as an incident to their theatre experience.”
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 Application Data: Harkins Theatres
Liquor License Application Map: Harkins Theatres
Department
Responsible Department
This item is submitted by Special Assistant to the City Manager Toni Maccarone and the City Clerk Department.