Title
Liquor License - Wagon Wheel
Description
Request for a liquor license. Arizona State License Application 06070541.
License Information
Summary
Applicant
Andrea Lewkowitz, Agent
License Type
Series 6 - Bar
Location
710 W. Montecito Ave.
Zoning Classification: C-2 SAUMSO
Council District: 4
This request is for an ownership and location transfer of a liquor license for a bar. This location was not previously licensed for liquor sales and does not have an interim permit. This location requires a Use Permit to allow outdoor dining and outdoor alcohol consumption. A Use Permit hearing has been scheduled. This business is currently being remodeled with plans to open in September 2018.
The 60-day limit for processing this application is July 24, 2018.
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
At the time this agenda was finalized, no protest or support letters had been received, however the 20-day public comment period had not yet concluded.
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:
“Applicant will provide a friendly, retro-themed neighborhood bar and backyard patio where guests can enjoy outdoor activities. Applicant would like to offer guests 21 and over the opportunity to enjoy alcoholic beverages.”
Staff Recommendation
Staff makes no recommendation regarding this application pending the completion of the departmental reviews and the posting process.
Attachments
Liquor License Data - Wagon Wheel
Liquor License Map - Wagon Wheel
Department
Responsible Department
This item is submitted by Acting Deputy City Manager Toni Maccarone and the City Clerk Department.