Title
Liquor License - Kwik Corner 5402
Description
Request for a liquor license. Arizona State License Application 204024.
License Information
Summary
Applicant
Nitin Gupta
License Type
Series 10 - Beer and Wine Store
Location
5402 W. Indian School Road
Zoning Classification: C-1
Council District: 5
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 Oct. 30, 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:
“I have over 20 years of experience with Convenience Store and Gas Station businesses ranging from operations to management and during this time have learnt the ins and outs of handling the liquor license in a responsible manner providing due care of the laws while being mindful of the needs to the community and serving the local community to the best of my abilities.”
The public convenience requires and the best interest of the community will be substantially served by the issuance of the liquor license because:
“It's a business that is already currently operational. I am purchasing the business from the current owner who has been serving the local community from this location for over 15 years and I intend to continue the tradition of ensuring that this business continues to provide a safe and friendly environment and service to the same local community while assisting with the safety of the families living in the area by continuing to follow the liquor laws and safety protocols.”
Staff Recommendation
Staff recommends approval of this application.
Attachments
Liquor License Data - Kwik Corner 5402
Liquor License Map - Kwik Corner 5402
Department
Responsible Department
This item is submitted by Deputy City Manager Ginger Spencer and the City Clerk Department.