Title
Liquor License - One Stop Mini Market - District 3
Description
Request for a liquor license. Arizona State License Application 400489.
License Information
Summary
Applicant
Sargon Khammoo, Agent
License Type
Series 10 - Beer and Wine Store
Location
610 W. Dunlap Avenue
Zoning Classification: C-1
Council District: 3
This request is for a new liquor license for a convenience store that does not sell gas. This location was previously licensed for liquor sales and may currently operate with an interim permit.
The 60-day limit for processing this application is July 27, 2026.
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
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.
Saguaro Express (Series 9)
1051 S. Craycroft Road, Tucson
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:
“I am responsible, financially stable, and committed to complying with all state and local laws governing the sale and service of alcohol. I understand the importance of operating a business in a lawful and professional manner, maintaining accurate records, and ensuring a safe environment for customers and the community. I am prepared to meet all licensing requirements and uphold the standards expected of a liquor license holder.”
The public convenience requires and the best interest of the community will be substantially served by the issuance of the liquor license because:
"This store will provide a safe and secure place for the neighborhood to buy alcohol. The location will be convenient for the people in neighborhood who may not have access to transportation. Adding the long time experience of the working in liqour store while upholding all the laws and regulations, the store will be a safe, secure and convenience place for the customers to purchase quality liquor."
Staff Recommendation
Staff recommends approval of this application.
Attachments
Attachment A - One Stop Mini Market - Data
Attachment B - One Stop Mini Market - Map
Department
Responsible Department
This item is submitted by Deputy City Manager Alan Stephenson and the City Clerk Department.