Title
Liquor License - Industry Standard
Description
Request for a liquor license. Arizona State License Application 301690.
License Information
Summary
Applicant
Theresa Morse, Agent
License Type
Series 12 - Restaurant
Location
128 E. Roosevelt Street
Zoning Classification: DTC - Evans Churchill West
Council District: 7
This request is for a new liquor license for a restaurant. This location was previously licensed for liquor sales and does not have an interim permit. This business is currently being remodeled with plans to open in October 2024. This location requires a Use Permit for outdoor liquor service.
The 60-day limit for processing this application is September 28, 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 at least 9 years working in the liquor industry and I will be able to run the day to day operation. All members will attend Arizona liquor law training to ensure compliance with State law, health department regulations and City of Phoenix ordinances. We are excited to bring a fresh menu to the restaurant and provide a safe and friendly environment to families living within the area as opposed to going to other cities for restaurant options.”
The public convenience requires and the best interest of the community will be substantially served by the issuance of the liquor license because:
“The location was previously licensed with a series 12 restaurant liquor license to serve the neighboring community. This establishment will continue to operate as a restaurant on Roosevelt Street. The community has been supportive in keeping a restaurant liquor license at this location. Additionally, our staff will be required to attend Arizona Liquor Law training and will utilize the new technology provided by MVD to prevent sales to underage. Staff will be trained to recognize obviously intoxicated customers as well.”
Staff Recommendation
Staff recommends approval of this application.
Attachments
Attachment - Industry Standard - Data
Attachment - Industry Standard - Map
Department
Responsible Department
This item is submitted by Deputy City Manager Ginger Spencer and the City Clerk Department.