Title
Liquor License - Connolly's Sports Grill
Description
Request for a liquor license. Arizona State License Application 238002.
License Information
Summary
Applicant
Kimberly Burr, Agent
License Type
Series 6 - Bar
Location
2605 W. Carefree Highway, Ste. 140
Zoning Classification: C2-PCD
Council District: 2
This request is for an ownership transfer of a liquor license for a bar. 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 May 21, 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:
“I have worked and managed Connollys Sports Grill for the last 14 years which has provided me not only the hands on experience, but the tools to lead me into the ownership of this establishment. All of our employees and managers are trained on the state and municipal liquor laws and have Title 4 liquor law training.”
The public convenience requires and the best interest of the community will be substantially served by the issuance of the liquor license because:
“Connolly's Sports Grill has been a staple in the north Phoenix area for 14 years providing the public, its loyal patrons, and growing community a great place to have a delicious meal, sip a cocktail, relax, and socialize.”
Staff Recommendation
Staff recommends approval of this application.
Attachments
Liquor License Data - Connolly's Sports Grill
Liquor License Map - Connolly's Sports Grill
Department
Responsible Department
This item is submitted by Deputy City Manager Ginger Spencer and the City Clerk Department.