Title
Liquor License - 76 Station
Description
Request for a liquor license. Arizona State License Application 124426.
License Information
Summary
Applicant
Andrea Lewkowitz, Agent
License Type
Series 10 - Beer and Wine Store
Location
4102 N. 27th Ave.
Zoning Classification: C-2
Council District: 4
This request is for a new liquor license for a convenience store that sells gas. This location was previously licensed for liquor sales and may currently operate with an interim permit.
The 60-day limit for processing this application is Jan. 3, 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
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.
That One Mini Mart (Series 10)
2720 W. Indian School Road, Phoenix
Calls for police service: 16
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:
“Applicant is committed to upholding the highest standards for business and maintaining compliance with applicable laws. Managers and staff will be trained in the techniques of legal and responsible alcohol sales and service.”
The public convenience requires and the best interest of the community will be substantially served by the issuance of the liquor license because:
“The gas station/market at 76 Station (fka: 27 Shell) has offered fuel, grocery, household and convenience items, including beer and wine for many years. Applicant would like to offer beer and wine to its customers 21 and over.”
Staff Recommendation
Staff recommends approval of this application.
Attachments
Liquor License Data - 76 Station
Liquor License Map - 76 Station
Department
Responsible Department
This item is submitted by Deputy City Manager Toni Maccarone and the City Clerk Department.