Title
Liquor License - Golden Wok
Description
Request for a liquor license. Arizona State License Application 148841.
License Information
Summary
Applicant
Juliana Yanko, Agent
License Type
Series 12 - Restaurant
Location
4651 E. Cactus Road
Zoning Classification: C-2 PCD
Council District: 3
This request is for a new liquor license for a restaurant. 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 June 22, 2021.
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 applicant does not hold an interest in any other active liquor license 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:
“My business hires competent, reliable staff who are responsible to follow the restrictions required by law related to serving liquor. Our training standards allow for future & current employees to be educated in safe processes regarding liquor sales. We maintain current health & safety guidelines in all aspects of our business.”
The public convenience requires and the best interest of the community will be substantially served by the issuance of the liquor license because:
“Providing a liquor license to this business will allow for improved economic viability. With ongoing success of this restaurant, patrons will be able to safely enjoy alcoholic beverages with their meals while benefiting the community's options for expanded dining experiences.”
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 Data - Golden Wok
Liquor License Map - Golden Wok
Department
Responsible Department
This item is submitted by Deputy City Manager Toni Maccarone and the City Clerk Department.