Title
Liquor License - Ash Lounge
Description
Request for a liquor license. Arizona State License Application 06070799.
License Information
Summary
Applicant
Alexander Kaminski III, Agent
License Type
Series 6 - Bar
Location
4516 N. 19th Ave.
Zoning Classification: C-2
Council District: 4
This request is for an ownership transfer of a liquor license for a bar. 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 Jan. 24, 2021.
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:
“Attended Arizona State University where I Received my Bachelors of Science with a Degree in Housing and Urban Development in 2007. During college, I worked in the Bar/Restaurant/Nightclub industry. I have been successfully managing in the bar industry for 11 consecutive years now. I am very familiar with City Codes and Regulations. I have received Certified Liquor Training through the State of Arizona every two years, including Certified Manager Liquor Training. I have also created and implemented detailed policies and procedures to ensure that my staff understands the importance of health and safety in the establishment.”
The public convenience requires and the best interest of the community will be substantially served by the issuance of the liquor license because:
“I have been informed this No. 6 liquor license has been at this location for over 30 years and I do not believe there are other No. 6 liquor licenses located nearby. In addition to live music (after COVID-19 restrictions end), food and alcohol will be served for the neighborhood convenience.”
Staff Recommendation
Staff recommends approval of this application.
Attachments
Liquor License Data - Ash Lounge
Liquor License Map - Ash Lounge
Department
Responsible Department
This item is submitted by Deputy City Manager Toni Maccarone and the City Clerk Department.