File #: 25-0467   
Type: License - Liquor Status: Recommended for Approval
Meeting Body: City Council Formal Meeting
On agenda: 3/26/2025 Final action:
Title: Liquor License - Underbelly Meat Co. - District 4
District: District 4
Attachments: 1. Attachment A - Underbelly Meat Co. - Data.pdf, 2. Attachment B - Underbelly Meat Co. - Map.pdf

Title

Liquor License - Underbelly Meat Co. - District 4

 

Description

Request for a liquor license. Arizona State License Application 330155.

 

License Information

Summary

 

Applicant

Dustin Dahlin, Agent

 

License Type

Series 10S - Addition of Sampling Privileges for a Beer and Wine Store

 

Location

1605 N. 7th Avenue

Zoning Classification: DTC - McDowell Corridor HP

Council District: 4

 

This request is for the addition of Sampling Privileges to an existing liquor license for a specialty market. This location is currently licensed for liquor sales.

 

The 60-day limit for processing this application is March 29, 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.

 

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 possess a thorough understanding of the legal and regulatory requirements, and have demonstrated a strong commitment to the sale of alcohol. Additionally, I have completed all necessary training and certifications, including those related to responsible alcohol handling and customer service.”

 

The public convenience requires and the best interest of the community will be substantially served by the issuance of the liquor license because:

“It will contribute to the local economy by attracting more customers, and by creating job opportunities. This establishment will adhere to all safety and regulatory standards, ensuring a safe and welcoming environment for patrons while fostering a sense of community through responsible service and events that benefit the local area.”

 

Staff Recommendation

Staff recommends approval of this application.

 

Attachments

Attachment A - Underbelly Meat Co. - Data

Attachment B - Underbelly Meat Co. - Map

 

Department

Responsible Department

This item is submitted by Deputy City Manager Ginger Spencer and the City Clerk Department.