Title
Liquor License - Arco AM PM
Description
Request for a liquor license. Arizona State License Application 252122.
License Information
Summary
Applicant
Abdul Hakeem, Agent
License Type
Series 10 - Beer and Wine Store
Location
1201 E. Northern Ave.
Zoning Classification: C-2
Council District: 6
This request is for a new liquor license for a convenience store that sells 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 Sept. 24, 2023.
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:
“As a previous owner of gas station and C-stores a bit over 10 years ago, I was very responsible and compliant with all regulations in managing my business. I am now wanting to return to this field of business management and will commit to all training required to abide by the law and State, County and City regulations to run my new business. I understand with that comes the responsibility in training all hired employees to be just as compliant to keep our community safe and be able to serve them as well.”
The public convenience requires and the best interest of the community will be substantially served by the issuance of the liquor license because:
“The community is already accustomed to purchasing their beer and wine at this Location. as the previous owner held the Same License and I as the new owner and manager would like to continue to be able to Provide the community with the same Product at their convience and local store.”
Staff Recommendation
Staff recommends approval of this application.
Attachments
Liquor License Data - Arco AM PM
Liquor License Map - Arco AM PM
Department
Responsible Department
This item is submitted by Deputy City Manager Ginger Spencer and the City Clerk Department.