Title
Liquor License - The Strand Urban Italian
Description
Request for a liquor license. Arizona State License 1207A937.
License Information
Summary
Applicant
Russell Rice, Agent
License Type
Series 12 - Restaurant
Location
2 E. Jefferson St., Ste. 113
Zoning Classification: DTC-Business Core
Council District: 7
This request is for a new liquor license for a restaurant. This location was previously licensed for liquor sales as The Strand and may currently operate with an interim permit.
The sixty-day limit for processing this application is May 7, 2017.
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
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 in the industry for over 17 years in AZ and operated under multiple liquor license without having any violations. I am a loving resposible father of 2 beatiful little girls and a devoted husband. I understand the laws and abide by them daily.”
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.