Title
Liquor License - The Desmond
Description
Request for a liquor license. Arizona State License Application 154954.
License Information
Summary
Applicant
Steven Montgomery, Agent
License Type
Series 12 - Restaurant
Location
1 N. 1st St., Ste. 103
Zoning Classification: DTC-Business Core
Council District: 7
This request is for a new liquor license for a restaurant. This location was previously licensed for liquor sales and does not have an interim permit.
The 60-day limit for processing this application is Sept. 10, 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
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.
Kettle Black (Series 12)
1 N. 1st. St., Ste. 108, Phoenix
Calls for police service: 22
Liquor license violations: In October 2018, a fine of $1,250 was paid for an employee being intoxicated/disorderly while on duty.
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 assert this view because I have studied and prepared, in order to receive all necessary State certifications. These studies include high level knowledge of state & federal guidelines when serving spiritous beverages, as well as preparing and serving food in a full service restaurant. I have many years experience in the food industry and look forward to partnering with other members of the community to ensure a safe and clean social setting.”
The public convenience requires and the best interest of the community will be substantially served by the issuance of the liquor license because:
“I am an active member in community groups and other organizations. I plan to have an open door policy where guest, staff, business partners & community members can communicate & thrive together. By providing a socially conscious & inclusive space for a wide array of citizens, this restaurant will undoubtedly be a positive addition to the downtown Phoenix community.”
Staff Recommendation
Staff recommends approval of this application.
Attachments
Liquor License Data - The Desmond
Liquor License Map - The Desmond
Department
Responsible Department
This item is submitted by Deputy City Manager Toni Maccarone and the City Clerk Department.