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File #: 25-2719   
Type: License - Off-Track Betting Status: Recommended for Approval
Meeting Body: City Council Formal Meeting
On agenda: 1/7/2026 Final action:
Title: Off-Track Pari-Mutuel Wagering Permit - Longshots Bar & Grill - District 2
District: District 2
Attachments: 1. Attachment A - Longshots Bar & Grill - Data.pdf, 2. Attachment B - Longshots Bar & Grill - Map.pdf

Title

Off-Track Pari-Mutuel Wagering Permit - Longshots Bar & Grill - District 2

 

Description

Request for an Off-Track Pari-Mutuel Wagering Permit for a business that has a Series 12 liquor license.

 

License Information

Summary

State law requires City Council approval before a State Off-Track Pari-Mutuel Wagering Permit can be issued. This request is for a permit for off-track betting on horse races conducted at Turf Paradise.

 

Applicant

David Johnson, Agent for Turf Paradise

 

Location

13610 N. Scottsdale Road, Ste. 28 & 31

Zoning Classification: C-2

Council District: 2

 

Public Opinion

Public notice was posted at the proposed location and special notice letters were mailed to residents within a 1/8 mile radius of the proposed location. The comment period expired December 10, 2025. No protest or support letters were received within the 20-day public comment period.

 

Staff Recommendation

Staff recommends approval of this application.

 

Attachments

Attachment A - Longshots Bar & Grill - Data

Attachment B - Longshots Bar & Grill - Map

 

Department

Responsible Department

This item is submitted by Deputy City Manager Alan Stephenson and the City Clerk Department.