Title
Liquor License - In & Out Convenience
Description
Request for a liquor license. Arizona State License Application 59880.
License Information
Summary
Applicant
H. J. Lewkowitz, Agent
License Type
Series 9 - Liquor Store
Location
6024 N. 23rd Ave.
Zoning Classification: C-2
Council District: 5
This request is for a new liquor license for a convenience store that does not sell gas. This location is currently licensed for liquor sales with a Series 10 - Beer and Wine Store, liquor license.
The 60-day limit for processing this application is June 2, 2019.
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.
In & Out Convenience (Series 10)
6024 N. 23rd Ave., Phoenix
Calls for police service: 4
Liquor license violations: None
Greenway Market (Series 9)
3502 W. Greenway Road, Ste. 17-19
Calls for police service: 35
Liquor license violations: In October 2009, a fine of $750 was paid for failure to request ID from an underage buyer and for selling, giving or furnishing an underage person with alcohol. In June 2012, a fine of $750 was paid for failure to follow the identification procedure prescribed by statutes and for selling, giving or furnishing an underage person with alcohol. In January 2015, a warning letter was issued for failure to protect the safety of patrons.
Bell Tower Market & Liquors (Series 9)
6302 W. Bell Road, Glendale
Calls for police service: N/A - not in Phoenix
Liquor license violations: None
Public Opinion
One letter and one petition with 234 valid signatures supporting the issuance of this license have been received and are on file in the Office of the City Clerk.
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 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:
“Applicant would like to continue to serve the neighborhood and local visitors with the convenience of one-stop shopping in a clean and safe environment. Customers 21 and over have requested to purchase spirits in addition to beer, wine and other convenience items such as, snacks, drinks or household items.”
Staff Recommendation
Staff recommends approval of this application.
Attachments
Liquor License Data - In & Out Convenience
Liquor License Map - In & Out Convenience
Department
Responsible Department
This item is submitted by Acting Deputy City Manager Toni Maccarone and the City Clerk Department.