Title
Liquor License - 7th St Hot Spot Cafe & Market
Description
Request for a liquor license. Arizona State License 10076865.
License Information
Summary
Applicant
Phuljit Singh, Agent
License Type
Series 10 - Beer and Wine Store
Location
16220 N. 7th St.
Zoning Classification: PUD
Council District: 3
This request is for a new liquor license for a convenience market that does not sell gas. This location was previously licensed for liquor sales and may currently operate with an interim permit.
The sixty-day limit for processing this application was May 27, 2017. However, the applicant has submitted a written request for more time.
Consideration should be given to the applicant's personal qualifications. In regard to the location, pursuant to A.R.S. 4-203, there is a presumption that the public convenience and the best interest of the community were established at the time the location was previously licensed.
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.
Quikfill (Series 10)
831 E. Warner Road, Gilbert
Calls for police service: N/A - not in Phoenix
Liquor license violations: None
Circle Seven Mart (Series 10)
415 E. McKellips Road, Mesa
Calls for police service: N/A - not in Phoenix
Liquor license violations: In May 2008, a fine of $750 was paid for failure to request ID from underage buyer and for selling, giving or furnishing an underage person with alcohol.
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 been a manager at a convenience store for about 8 years. I will also complete the liquor training so I can perform all duties & according to AZ liquor board guidelines.”
Staff Recommendation
Staff recommends approval of this application.
Department
Responsible Department
This item is submitted by Special Assistant to the City Manager Toni Maccarone and the City Clerk Department.