File #: 21-0509   
Type: License - Liquor Status: Recommended for Approval
Meeting Body: City Council Formal Meeting
On agenda: 3/17/2021 Final action:
Title: Liquor License - Gary's Smoke Gift & More
District: District 8

Title

Liquor License - Gary's Smoke Gift & More

 

Description

Request for a liquor license. Arizona State License Application 010070011174.

 

License Information

Summary

 

Applicant

Mars Askar, Agent

 

License Type

Series 10 - Beer and Wine Store

 

Location

2843 N. 24th St.

Zoning Classification: C-2

Council District: 8

 

This request is for an acquisition of control of an existing liquor license for a beer and wine store. This location is currently licensed for liquor sales with a Series 10 - Beer and Wine Store, liquor license.

 

The 60-day limit for processing this application is March 27, 2021.

 

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

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 good experience in retail setting including the sale of liquor. I passed the Basic Liquor Law Training and Title 4 Management Liquor Law Training. I have Full Knowledge of Laws and regulations regarding sale of liquor and alcoholic beverages. In addition, I am an excellent manager that can run retail setting in proffessional manner. I am a good citizen and never been convicted for a feloney or a civil crime. I always make sure that our store is always clean and safe for our customers.”

 

Staff Recommendation

Staff recommends approval of this application.

 

Department

Responsible Department

This item is submitted by Deputy City Manager Toni Maccarone and the City Clerk Department.