Title
Liquor License - Windy City Liqa' - District 4
Description
Request for a liquor license. Arizona State License Application 354965.
License Information
Summary
Applicant
Jeffrey Miller, Agent
License Type
Series 10 - Beer and Wine Store
Location
2720 W. Indian School Road
Zoning Classification: C-2
Council District: 4
This request is for a new liquor license for a convenience store that does not sell gas. 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 October 3, 2025.
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 am committed to operating responsibly within the community, maintaining a safe environment for patrons, and contributing to the local economy. We will adhere to all rules and regulations including those related to alcohol licensing and control.”
The public convenience requires and the best interest of the community will be substantially served by the issuance of the liquor license because:
"We are new owners taking over an established neighborhood convenience store. We will continue to serve the needs of our community.”
Staff Recommendation
Staff recommends approval of this application.
Attachments
Attachment A - Windy City Liqa' - Data
Attachment B - Windy City Liqa' - Map
Department
Responsible Department
This item is submitted by Deputy City Manager Alan Stephenson and the City Clerk Department.