Title
Liquor License - Cre Asian Bar and Grill
Description
Request for a liquor license. Arizona State License 1207B278.
License Information
Summary
Applicant
Thuy Nguyen, Agent
License Type
Series 12 - Restaurant
Location
13216 N. 7th St., Ste. B2
Zoning Classification: PSC
Council District: 3
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 March 9, 2018.
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:
“As a mother, business owner and law abiding citizen, it is my responsibility to provide a safe and positive dining experience without jeopardizing the public safety in which our children and loved ones reside. I hold high standards for myself and my staff and will be properly trained in the necessary alcohol training courses.”
The public convenience requires and the best interest of the community will be substantially served by the issuance of the liquor license because:
“The previous owners who held a liquor license in this establishment did well, stating that their patrons often requested alcohol and enjoyed it responsibly. It did well for the business and surrounding businesses as well as generating more tax revenue for the city.”
Staff Recommendation
Staff recommends approval of this application.
Attachments
Liquor License Data - Cre Asian Bar and Grill
Liquor License Map - Cre Asian Bar and Grill
Department
Responsible Department
This item is submitted by Acting Deputy City Manager Toni Maccarone and the City Clerk Department.