Title
Liquor License - El Zaguan Bistro
Description
Request for a liquor license. Arizona State License Application 179529.
License Information
Summary
Applicant
Jesus Rodriguez Figueroa, Agent
License Type
Series 12 - Restaurant
Location
16 W. Adams St.
Zoning Classification: DTC - Business Core
Council District: 7
This request is for a new liquor license for a restaurant. This location was not previously licensed for liquor sales and does not have an interim permit.
The 60-day limit for processing this application is March 7, 2022.
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 business owner I feel privileged to provide a great service and experience to our guests, as a person with strong values making sure I set an example of responsibility and accountability.”
The public convenience requires and the best interest of the community will be substantially served by the issuance of the liquor license because:
“By providing a great family and friendly atmosphere for our visitors to have an excellent and safe experience for all.”
Staff Recommendation
Staff recommends approval of this application.
Attachments
Liquor License Data - El Zaguan Bistro
Liquor License Map - El Zaguan Bistro
Department
Responsible Department
This item is submitted by Deputy City Manager Ginger Spencer and the City Clerk Department.