Title
Liquor License - 1 Stop Market
Description
Request for a liquor license. Arizona State License Application 299786.
License Information
Summary
Applicant
Juanita Esparza, Agent
License Type
Series 10 - Beer and Wine Store
Location
610 W. Dunlap Avenue
Zoning Classification: C-1
Council District: 3
This request is for a new liquor license for a convenience store that does not sell gas. 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 August 27, 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:
“The owner's of AZ24, LLC are committed to upholding the highest standards for"it's business practices & employees". They have been trained in the techniques of legal & responsibility and has taken Title IV liquor training course. As the owner's and operators of the convenience store Ms. Shukar will oversee all employees & will provide a safe experience all staff & patrons."
The public convenience requires and the best interest of the community will be substantially served by the issuance of the liquor license because:
“The owner's of AZ24, LLC DBA 1Stop Market would like to service the community and provide the sale of beer & wine for off sight consumption only. Our services would not only positively impact the citizens but the revenue earned would also contribute to the city's taxes which fund several communities including programs & projects which benefit the community at large.”
Staff Recommendation
Staff recommends approval of this application.
Attachments
Attachment - 1 Stop Market - Data
Attachment - 1 Stop Market - Map
Department
Responsible Department
This item is submitted by Deputy City Manager Ginger Spencer and the City Clerk Department.