Title
Liquor License - Garcia's Take Out
Description
Request for a liquor license. Arizona State License 07070696.
License Information
Summary
Applicant
Paul Garcia, Agent
License Type
Series 7 - Beer and Wine Bar
Location
2216 N. 35th Ave.
Zoning Classification: C-2
Council District: 4
This request is for an acquisition of control of an existing liquor license for a restaurant/bar. This location is currently licensed for liquor sales.
The 60-day limit for processing this application is Nov. 24, 2017.
Pursuant to A.R.S. 4-203, consideration should be given only to the applicant's personal qualifications.
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.
Garcia's Las Avenidas (Series 12)
2212 N. 35th Ave., Phoenix
Calls for police service: 16
Liquor license violations: In January 1999, a fine of $200 was paid for having the front entrance locked. In April 2009, a warning letter was issued for lack of knowledge of liquor laws. In March 2015, a fine of $375 was paid for delinquent taxes. In May 2015, a fine of $750 was paid for selling without a license.
Garcia's Take Out (Series 12)
2216 N. 35th Ave., Phoenix
Calls for police service: 1
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:
“J.O. Garcia, Inc. was incorporated in Arizona on 04/02/1982. It owns and operates Garcia's Las Avenidas and Garcia's Take Out located at 2212 and 2216 North 35th Avenue, Phoenix, Arizona, respectively. In 1984, J.O. Garcia Inc. applied for and obtained Series 12 Liquor Licenses for Garcia's Las Avenidas (12070149) and Garcia's Take Out (07070696). In 1990, J.O. Garcia, Inc. obtained a Series 7 Liquor License for Garcia's Take Out (12071434).The Garcia family, starting with my mother and father, Julio and Olivia, has operated the Garcia's locations since inception, and, I have been involved in the family business, in one aspect or another, all of my adult life. In December, 2012, I became President, Secretary, and Treasurer of J.O. Garcia, Inc. I am responsible for all operations of the business. I am familiar with Arizona liquor laws. I have completed all background investigations as required by AZ Department of Liquor Licenses. I hold certifications for both Management and Basic Liquor Law Training (AZM-01397, dated 6/16/2017, and AZB-ON-10633 dated on 9/21/2017). I am a U.S. Citizen, and I was born in Arizona.”
Staff Recommendation
Staff recommends approval of this application.
Department
Responsible Department
This item is submitted by Acting Deputy City Manager Toni Maccarone and the City Clerk Department.