Title
Liquor License - Glenrosa Beer and Wine - District 4
Description
Request for a liquor license. Arizona State License Application 347712.
License Information
Summary
Applicant
Majdi Awawda, Agent
License Type
Series 10 - Beer and Wine Store with Sampling Privileges
Location
4319 N. 27th Avenue
Zoning Classification: C-2
Council District: 4
This request is for a new liquor license for a convenience store that does not sell gas. This location was previously licensed for liquor sales and does not have an interim permit. This location requires a Use Permit to allow package liquor sales.
The 60-day limit for processing this application is July 18, 2025.
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
One valid letter protesting the issuance of this license has been received and is on file in the Office of the City Clerk. This letter is from a neighboring business. They believe there is a high concentration of liquor establishments in the neighborhood already. They also feel that adding another liquor license will negatively impact the area which has ongoing challenges related to criminal activity.
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 have owned and operated multiple businesses in Arizona over the years. I currently operat three tobacco oriented retail stores. I have always abided by the laws of the state of Arizona while operating the business. I have never received any ticket for sales of tobacco products to a minor at any of my businesses. I am also scheduled to take the Title 4 management liquor training class. I will strictly adhere to any rules and laws regarding the operation of my proposed business.”
The public convenience requires and the best interest of the community will be substantially served by the issuance of the liquor license because:
“The operation of a convenience store at this location will greatly benefit the community by offering multiple products (i.e. food, liquor, household item, etc) at one location. This neighborhood is a lower income area and not everybody has access to personal vehicles to travel to big chain stores. We will provide necessities to the local community that can easily be accessed on foot. We will grow with the community and be responsive to their needs on a day to day basis.”
Staff Recommendation
Staff gave careful consideration to the protest letter received, however after reviewing the application in its entirety, staff is recommending approval of this application. Staff also notes that 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
Attachment A - Glenrosa Beer and Wine - Data
Attachment B - Glenrosa Beer and Wine - Map
Department
Responsible Department
This item is submitted by Deputy City Manager Ginger Spencer and the City Clerk Department.