Title
Liquor License - Wilderness Miracle Mile - District 4
Description
Request for a liquor license. Arizona State License Application 315769.
License Information
Summary
Applicant
Jeffrey Miller, Agent
License Type
Series 3 - Microbrewery
Location
1418 E. McDowell Road
Zoning Classification: C-2 CNSPD
Council District: 4
This request is for a new liquor license for a microbrewery. This location was previously licensed for liquor sales and does not have an interim permit.
The 60-day limit for processing this application is January 25, 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
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.
Arizona Wilderness Brewing (Series 3)
912 N. Colorado Street, Gilbert
Calls for police service: N/A - not in Phoenix
Liquor license violations: In March 2024, a fine of $250 was paid for producing less than 5,000 gallons of beer in a calendar year.
Arizona Wilderness DTPHX (Series 6)
201 E. Roosevelt Street, Phoenix
Calls for police service: 15
Liquor license violations: None
Arizona Wilderness Brewing Company (Series 12 and Series 3)
721 N. Arizona Avenue, Ste. 103, Gilbert
Calls for police service: N/A - not in Phoenix
Liquor license violations: None
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:
“The owners have operated multiple well ran establishments in the valley. Employees attend Title 4 training, and abilde by Arizona rules and regulations.”
The public convenience requires and the best interest of the community will be substantially served by the issuance of the liquor license because:
“The brewery and restaurant will bring Arizona's top sustainable restaurant and award winning menu to a historic building, revitalizing the neighborhood with a vibrant, community-focused gathering space. the liquor license will enhance our offerings, attract visitors and support the area's economic and cultural renewal.”
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.
Attachments
Attachment - Wilderness Miracle Mile - Data
Attachment - Wilderness Miracle Mile - Map
Department
Responsible Department
This item is submitted by Deputy City Manager Ginger Spencer and the City Clerk Department.