Title
Liquor License - Gadzooks Enchiladas and Soup
Description
Request for a liquor license. Arizona State License 1207A979.
License Information
Summary
Applicant
Aaron Pool, Agent
License Type
Series 12 - Restaurant
Location
4031 E. Camelback Road
Zoning Classification: C-1
Council District: 6
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. This business is currently under construction with plans to open in August 2017.
The sixty-day limit for processing this application is June 10, 2017.
Pursuant to A.R.S. 4-203, consideration may be given to the applicant's personal qualifications and to the location.
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.
Gadzooks Enchiladas and Soup (Series 12)
3313 N. 7th St., Phoenix
Calls for police service: 5
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 owned and operated the original Gadzooks sine April 2013. We have shown over the last 4 years we can operate a liquor license with no complaints.”
The public convenience requires and the best interest of the community will be substantially served by the issuance of the liquor license because:
“It is a nice bonus to be able to have a beer with your enchiladas. Also, the accessability for customers via walking and biking along the canal is an added bonus instead of driving.”
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
Liquor License Data - Gadzooks Enchiladas and Soup
Liquor License Map - Gadzooks Enchiladas and Soup
Department
Responsible Department
This item is submitted by Special Assistant to the City Manager Toni Maccarone and the City Clerk Department.