Title
Liquor License - Metro Sports Bar and Billiards
Description
Request for a liquor license. Arizona State License Application 06070202.
License Information
Summary
Applicant
Alfonso Larriva, Agent
License Type
Series 6 - Bar
Location
10402 N. Black Canyon Highway
Zoning Classification: C-2
Council District: 1
This request is for an acquisition of control of an existing liquor license for a bar. This location is currently licensed for liquor sales.
The 60-day limit for processing this application is Dec. 29, 2021.
Pursuant to A.R.S. 4-203, consideration should be given only to the applicant's personal qualifications.
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.
Maverick Saloon (Series 6)
9605 N. 19th Ave., Phoenix
Calls for police service: 4
Liquor license violations: None
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 have been a Phoenix native my entire life. I grew up near Metro Sports Bar and went to Metro Centre weekly. I posses a 4-year degree as well as a Master's Degree in Business. I have operated many successful businesses in the greater Phoenix area which includes a few Bars. I have no liquor violations in the last 5 years. I have not had a felony in the past 54 years, nor have been accused of any. I have not had any DUI in the past 54 years. Though I did have a speeding violation more than 10 years ago. I will make every effort to comply with Federal, State and local laws relating to the operation of this business. I currently hold other liquor license at The Maverick Saloon, Inc. and as such I am qualified to hold a liquor license.”
Staff Recommendation
Staff recommends approval of this application.
Department
Responsible Department
This item is submitted by Deputy City Manager Ginger Spencer and the City Clerk Department.