Title
Liquor License - Froth Coffee Roasters
Description
Request for a liquor license. Arizona State License Application 128023.
License Information
Summary
Applicant
Walter Hirsch
License Type
Series 12 - Restaurant
Location
1447 E. McDowell Road
Zoning Classification: C-2
Council District: 8
This request is for a new liquor license for a restaurant. This location was not previously licensed for liquor sales and does not have an interim permit.
The 60-day limit for processing this application is Jan. 31, 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
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:
“I am a responsible citizen of the state of Arizona and a former U.S. Marine Corps Major. I have the skill to manage the business and ensuring that we follow all of the rules and regulations by the city and state. We will be good citizens of the community and provide quality products and services in a manner that will enhance the community."
The public convenience requires and the best interest of the community will be substantially served by the issuance of the liquor license because:
“Our main focus is to provide the community with delicious coffee and fine food. We feel that the ability to serve spirits will enhance our value to the community by providing a safe quiet atmosphere for them to gather and enjoy themselves. We expect to increase our hours of operation to 8 pm and not become a late night bar or pub.”
Staff Recommendation
Staff recommends approval of this application.
Attachments
Liquor License Data - Froth Coffee Roasters
Liquor License Map - Froth Coffee Roasters
Department
Responsible Department
This item is submitted by Deputy City Manager Toni Maccarone and the City Clerk Department.