Title
Liquor License - Turquoise Wine Bar Roosevelt (Series 7) - District 8
Description
Request for a liquor license. Arizona State License Application 347016.
License Information
Summary
Applicant
Juanita Esparza, Agent
License Type
Series 7 - Beer and Wine Bar
Location
504 E. Roosevelt Street, Ste. 1
Zoning Classification: DTC - Evans Churchill East
Council District: 8
This request is for an ownership and location transfer of a liquor license for a beer and wine bar. This location was previously licensed for liquor sales and does not have an interim permit. This location requires a Use Permit to allow a bar and outdoor liquor service.
The 60-day limit for processing this application is July 1, 2025.
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:
“Mr. and Mrs. Salgado posses the necessary experience, integrity & commitment to responsibly operate an establishment that will serve beer and wine alcoholic beverages. Both owners have through understanding of state & local liquor laws & regulations, and are dedicated to maintain full compliance with all applicable legal requirements. They have implemented responsible service practices and employee training programs to ensure alcohol is served in a lawful and safe manner.”
The public convenience requires and the best interest of the community will be substantially served by the issuance of the liquor license because:
“The proprieters of Turquoise Wine Bar Roosevelt, respectfully request authorization to serve beer & wine to patrons aged 21 & over additionally, they seek approval to sell packaged beer & wine under a series 10 (Beer and Wine off-sale). They are committed to full compliance with all applicable state, city, and federal tax regulations and will strictly adhere to the security and operational requirements set forth by local governing authorities.”
Staff Recommendation
Staff recommends approval of this application noting the applicant must resolve any pending City of Phoenix building and zoning requirements, and be in compliance with the City of Phoenix Code and Ordinances.
Attachments
Attachment A - Turquoise Wine Bar Roosevelt - Data
Attachment B - Turquoise Wine Bar Roosevelt - Map
Department
Responsible Department
This item is submitted by Deputy City Manager Ginger Spencer and the City Clerk Department.