Title
Liquor License - Bell 76
Description
Request for a liquor license. Arizona State License Application 117716.
License Information
Summary
Applicant
Andrea Lewkowitz, Agent
License Type
Series 10 - Beer and Wine Store
Location
4121 W. Bell Road
Zoning Classification: C-2
Council District: 1
This request is for a new liquor license for a convenience store that sells gas. 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 Nov. 27, 2020.
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:
“Applicant is committed to upholding the highest standards for business and maintaining compliance with applicable laws. Managers and staff will be trained in the techniques of legal and responsible alcohol sales and service.”
The public convenience requires and the best interest of the community will be substantially served by the issuance of the liquor license because:
“The gas station/market at Bell 76 has offered fuel, grocery, household and convenience items, including beer and wine for many years. Applicant would like to continue to offer beer and wine to its customers 21 and over.”
Staff Recommendation
Staff recommends approval of this application.
Attachments
Liquor License Data - Bell 76
Liquor License Map - Bell 76
Department
Responsible Department
This item is submitted by Deputy City Manager Toni Maccarone and the City Clerk Department.