Title
Liquor License - Highball
Description
Request for a liquor license. Arizona State License Application 06070509.
License Information
Summary
Applicant
April Erickson, Agent
License Type
Series 6 - Bar
Location
1514 N. 7th Ave.
Zoning Classification: DTC-McDowell-1
Council District: 4
This request is for an ownership transfer of a liquor license for a bar. 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. 5, 2020.
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 held a management role in various Phoenix area restaurants for seven years, and have held most other positions that handle alcohol for another five years. I hold the Title IV liquor certification, and am aware of all laws and regulations that an agent/licensee is required to adhere to.”
The public convenience requires and the best interest of the community will be substantially served by the issuance of the liquor license because:
“We will continue the responsible service of food and drink in a long-established neighborhood staple location. We will observe all ordinances and become a hub for locals in the many historical neighborhoods in the area. We will be true to the era and spirit of the area and the building.”
Staff Recommendation
Staff recommends approval of this application.
Attachments
Liquor License Data - Highball
Liquor License Map - Highball
Department
Responsible Department
This item is submitted by Deputy City Manager Toni Maccarone and the City Clerk Department.