Title
Liquor License - Salt Tacos Y Tequila
Description
Request for a liquor license. Arizona State License Application 06070482.
License Information
Summary
Applicant
Jeffrey Miller, Agent
License Type
Series 6 - Bar
Location
2450 W. Happy Valley Road, Ste. 1143
Zoning Classification: C-2 M-R PCD
Council District: 1
This request is for an ownership and location transfer of a liquor license for a bar. This location was not previously licensed for liquor sales and does not have an interim permit. This business has plans to open in November 2021.
The 60-day limit for processing this application is Oct. 17, 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
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.
Whiskey Rose Saloon (Series 6)
6751 N. Sunset Blvd., #E110, Glendale
Calls for police service: N/A - not in Phoenix
Liquor license violations: None
Salt Tacos Y Tequila (Series 6)
6751 N. Sunset Blvd., #E109, Glendale
Calls for police service: N/A - not in Phoenix
Liquor license violations: In March 2019, a fine of $9,000 was paid for employee consuming on duty, sales of liquor between 2 a.m. and 6 a.m. (2 a.m. and 10 a.m. Sundays) and possession/consumption of alcohol after 2:30 a.m.
Cabin (Series 6)
9868 W. Northern Ave, Peoria
Calls for police service: N/A - not in Phoenix
Liquor license violations: In February 2018, a fine of $1,500 was paid for allowing a disorderly person(s) to remain on the premises.
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:
“We train all of our employees in responsible liquor service. We also conduct regular audits to ensure they comply.”
The public convenience requires and the best interest of the community will be substantially served by the issuance of the liquor license because:
“We would like the ability to allow our 21 and over guests to enjoy an adult beverage. Salt Tacos Y Tequila staff has the knowledge, dedication, and leadership required to effectively create the best quality alcoholic beverages and food available.”
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
Liquor License Data - Salt Tacos Y Tequila
Liquor License Map - Salt Tacos Y Tequila
Department
Responsible Department
This item is submitted by Deputy City Manager Toni Maccarone and the City Clerk Department.