Title
Liquor License - Valle Luna Lunatics Mexican Cantina
Description
Request for a liquor license. Arizona State License Application 294155.
License Information
Summary
Applicant
William Riddle III, Agent
License Type
Series 12 - Restaurant
Location
25155 N. 67th Ave., Ste. 134, 136, 138
Zoning Classification: C-2
Council District: 1
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.
The 60-day limit for processing this application is July 20, 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
The ownership of this business has an interest in other active liquor license(s) in the State of Arizona. This information is listed below and includes liquor license violations on file with the AZ Department of Liquor Licenses and Control and, for locations within the boundaries of Phoenix, the number of aggregate calls for police service within the last 12 months for the address listed.
Valle Luna Mexican Food (Series 12)
3336 W. Bell Road, Phoenix
Calls for police service: 20
Liquor license violations: None
Valle Luna Mexican Food (Series 12)
16048 N. Cave Creek Road, Phoenix
Calls for police service: 22
Liquor license violations: None
Valle Luna Mexican Food Y Cantina (Series 12)
1949 W. Ray Road, Bldg. G-1, Chandler
Calls for police service: N/A - not in Phoenix
Liquor license violations: None
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:
“Having been in the business for the past 40 years my success as a business person illustrates my capability and reliability to uphold the standards and moral ethics of all licenses that I currently hold with the State of Arizona, City of Phoenix, City of Chandler, and Maricopa County. I serve on the Board for the Arizona Licensed Beverage Association, as well as, a member of the Chamber of Commerce. Supporter of various non-profits fundraising for their cause and giving back to the community through various youth athletic sponsorships."
The public convenience requires and the best interest of the community will be substantially served by the issuance of the liquor license because:
“Serving the community for more than 40 years, the family owned and managed restaurant will continue to serve its customers with the best quality menu and beverage service resulting in a successful family-style business. All employee staff for the past 40 years have been trained and certified in alcohol training to ensure that policies and procedures as required by all City, County, & State agencies are fulfilled. This liquor license will enhance the restaurant menu and dining experience."
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 - Valle Luna Lunatics Mexican Cantina - Data
Attachment - Valle Luna Lunatics Mexican Cantina - Map
Department
Responsible Department
This item is submitted by Deputy City Manager Ginger Spencer and the City Clerk Department.