Title
Liquor License - Spitz Mediterranean
Description
Request for a liquor license. Arizona State License Application 203301.
License Information
Summary
Applicant
Theresa Morse, Agent
License Type
Series 12 - Restaurant
Location
21001 N. Tatum Blvd. Ste. 34-1140, Space C1
Zoning Classification: C-2 DRSP
Council District: 2
This request is for a new liquor license for a restaurant. This location was previously licensed for liquor sales and does not have an interim permit. This business is currently being remodeled with plans to open in November 2022.
The 60-day limit for processing this application is Sept. 24, 2022.
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:
“We the owners have received Arizona Liquor Law training to identify valid forms of identification, recongnize obvious intoxication and are prepared to protect the safety of our customers. Additionally, employees to be hired will be required to attend liquor law training. We the owners have a background in assisting those in need of support especially the the youth in our community. Our company is Thrive Youth Group. We want to support the community in many aspects.”
The public convenience requires and the best interest of the community will be substantially served by the issuance of the liquor license because:
“Spitz Mediterranean Franchise will provide at least 15 additional jobs of which 8-10 will be full time jobs while building in employee benefits over time and adhering to AZ liquor laws to provide a fun and enjoyable family atmosphere to dine out. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic so many people suffered and lost family members and jobs. We want to bring a sustainable business to the valley and assist workers in obtaining employment and health benefits.”
Staff Recommendation
Staff recommends approval of this application.
Attachments
Liquor License Data - Spitz Mediterranean
Liquor License Map - Spitz Mediterranean
Department
Responsible Department
This item is submitted by Deputy City Manager Ginger Spencer and the City Clerk Department.