Title
Liquor License - M.O.B. Social Club
Description
Request for a liquor license. Arizona State License 06070281.
License Information
Summary
Applicant
Nathan Atchison, Agent
License Type
Series 6 - Bar
Location
40 N. 1st St., Ste. 300
Zoning Classification: DTC - Business Core HP
Council District: 7
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 location requires a Use Permit to allow outdoor alcohol consumption. This business has plans to open in February 2018.
The 60-day limit for processing this application is Dec. 31, 2017.
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:
"For the past 17 years I have progressed professionally in managerial positions, owned a local business and have created jobs and opportunities for others in the Phoenix area. I have applied myself in community outreach work and continually strive to leave a positive influence on anything I'm associated with.”
The public convenience requires and the best interest of the community will be substantially served by the issuance of the liquor license because:
“As a social network facility in the heart if downtown, M.O.B Social Club will not only be a direct influence on the art, foodie, fundraising and charity scenes downtown, but will also be a critical venue for business professionals to gather/network and continue to strengthen the progressive growth model for Phoenix. The issuance of the liquor license is an essential component of this business model.”
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 - M.O.B. Social Club
Liquor License Map - M.O.B. Social Club
Department
Responsible Department
This item is submitted by Acting Deputy City Manager Toni Maccarone and the City Clerk Department.