Title
Liquor License - New Tokyo Food Market
Description
Request for a liquor license. Arizona State License Application 278869.
License Information
Summary
Applicant
Suzue Bartlett, Agent
License Type
Series 10 - Beer and Wine
Location
3435 W. Northern Ave.
Zoning Classification: C-2
Council District: 5
This request is for a new liquor license for a convenience market. 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 April 1, 2024.
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 completed the Basic Title 4 Class and Management class on 1-9-2024. I fully understand and agree to comply with State liquor laws 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 public will have the benefit of legal access to liquor and will be offered according to state regulations, to ensure appropriate handling and distribution.”
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 - New Tokyo Food Market - Data
Attachment - New Tokyo Food Market - Map
Department
Responsible Department
This item is submitted by Deputy City Manager Ginger Spencer and the City Clerk Department.