Title
Liquor License - Red Mountain Distilling and Spirits LLC
Description
Request for a liquor license. Arizona State License Application 48356.
License Information
Summary
Applicant
David Swygert, Agent
License Type
Series 1 - In-State Producer
Location
4202 E. Elwood St., Ste. 33
Zoning Classification: A-1
Council District: 8
This request is for a new liquor license for a producer and distiller. This location was not previously licensed for liquor sales and does not have an interim permit. This business has plans to open in April 2019.
The 60-day limit for processing this application is March 23, 2019.
Pursuant to A.R.S. 4-203, consideration should be given only to the applicant's personal qualifications.
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.
Red Mountain Distilling & Spirits (Series 18)
625 S. Smith Road #25, Tempe
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:
“I have been the manager of a retail liquor store for many years and I am familiar with the business aspects of liquor sales. I am familiar with the rules and regulations regarding the sale of alcoholic beverages and I can comply with those rules.”
Staff Recommendation
Staff recommends approval of this application.
Department
Responsible Department
This item is submitted by Acting Deputy City Manager Toni Maccarone and the City Clerk Department.