File #: 24-2803   
Type: License - Liquor Status: Recommended for Approval
Meeting Body: City Council Formal Meeting
On agenda: 12/18/2024 Final action:
Title: Liquor License - My Slice of the Pie Pizzeria - District 6
District: District 6
Attachments: 1. Attachment - My Slice of the Pie Pizzeria - Data.pdf, 2. Attachment - My Slice of the Pie Pizzeria - Map.pdf

Title

Liquor License - My Slice of the Pie Pizzeria - District 6

 

Description

Request for a liquor license. Arizona State License Application 314712.

 

License Information

Summary

 

Applicant

Rodolfo Salcedo Morales, Agent

 

License Type

Series 12 - Restaurant

 

Location

3724 E. Indian School Road

Zoning Classification: C-2

Council District: 6

 

This request is for a new liquor license for a restaurant. 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 December 29, 2024.

 

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 extensive experience managing successful food establishments, maintaining a strong commitment to responsible alcohol service, customer satisfaction, and compliance with all state regulations. Additionally, my business has implemented thorough staff training for responsible beverage service to ensure safe and enjoyable experiences for our patrons.”

 

The public convenience requires and the best interest of the community will be substantially served by the issuance of the liquor license because:

“This license will allow us to offer a complete dining experience, meeting the needs of our community by providing a comfortable, family-friendly space where customers can enjoy a wide selection of quality food and beverages. We are dedicated to supporting local events, fostering community engagement, and contributing positively to the local community.”

 

Staff Recommendation

Staff recommends approval of this application.

 

Attachments

Attachment - My Slice of the Pie Pizzeria - Data

Attachment - My Slice of the Pie Pizzeria - Map

 

Department

Responsible Department

This item is submitted by Deputy City Manager Ginger Spencer and the City Clerk Department.