Legislation Details

File #: 23-1814   
Type: License - Liquor Status: Recommended for Approval
Meeting Body: City Council Formal Meeting
On agenda: 7/3/2023 Final action:
Title: Liquor License - Smart & Final #491
District: District 6
Attachments: 1. Item 26 - Revised Memo.pdf

Title

Liquor License - Smart & Final #491

 

Description

Request for a liquor license. Arizona State License Application 10075715.

 

License Information

Summary

 

Applicant

Joseph Cipollini, Agent

 

License Type

Series 10 - Beer and Wine Store

 

Location

2742 E. Indian School Road

Zoning Classification: C-2

Council District: 6

 

This request is for an acquisition of control of an existing liquor license for a grocery store. This location is currently licensed for liquor sales.

 

The 60-day limit for processing this application is Aug. 5, 2023.

 

Pursuant to A.R.S. 4-203, consideration may be given only to the applicant's personal qualifications and not to the location.

 

Other Active Liquor License Interest in Arizona

This information is not provided due to the multiple ownership interests held by the applicant in the State of Arizona.

 

Public Opinion

At the time this agenda was finalized, no protest or support letters had been received, however the 20-day public comment period had not yet concluded.

 

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 an a experienced licensee committed to upholding the highest standards to maintain compliance with applicable laws. Managers and staff will be trained in the techniques of legal and responsible alcohol sales and service.”

 

Staff Recommendation

Staff makes no recommendation regarding this application pending the completion of the posting process.

 

Department

Responsible Department

This item is submitted by Deputy City Manager Ginger Spencer and the City Clerk Department.