File #: 24-0901   
Type: License - Liquor Status: Recommended for Approval
Meeting Body: City Council Formal Meeting
On agenda: 5/1/2024 Final action:
Title: Liquor License - Dwntwn The Grand
District: District 7

Title

Liquor License - Dwntwn The Grand

 

Description

Request for a liquor license. Arizona State License Application 282357.

 

License Information

Summary

 

Applicant

Joshua Goldberg, Agent

 

License Type

Series 6 - Bar

 

Location

702-708 N. Central Ave.

Zoning Classification: DTC - Downtown Gateway

Council District: 7

 

This request is for an acquisition of control of an existing liquor license for a bar. This location is currently licensed for liquor sales.

 

The 60-day limit for processing this application is May 15, 2024.

 

Pursuant to A.R.S. 4-203, consideration may be given only to the applicant's personal qualifications.

 

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:

“I hold and have furnished both my Title 4 Management and Title 4 Certificates to the liquor board. Furthermore I've been the owner operator of multiple successful profitable businesses for 13 years. I've held a bonded and insured KB-2 contractors license for 2 years, which gives me the experience and work ethic to continue the success of this established business. I have the leadership skills to maintain ethical business practices with high standards of professionalism that this type of business requires for the safety of its patrons and its surrounding community.”

 

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.

 

Department

Responsible Department

This item is submitted by Deputy City Manager Ginger Spencer and the City Clerk Department.