File #: 17-1853   
Type: License - Liquor Status: Recommended for Approval
Meeting Body: City Council Formal Meeting
On agenda: 3/1/2017 Final action:
Title: Liquor License - Whining Pig
District: District 7
Attachments: 1. Liquor License Data - Whining Pig.pdf, 2. Liquor License Map - Whining Pig.pdf

Title

Liquor License - Whining Pig

 

Description

Request for a liquor license. Arizona State License 07070065.

 

License Information

Summary

 

Applicant

Andrea Lewkowitz, Agent

 

License Type

Series 7 - Beer and Wine Bar

 

Location

201 E. Washington St., Ste. 104

Zoning Classification: DTC - Business Core

Council District: 7

 

This request is for an ownership and location transfer of a liquor license from Scottsdale for a beer and wine bar. This location was not previously licensed for liquor sales and does not have an interim permit.

 

The sixty-day limit for processing this application is March 6, 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.

 

Whining Pig (Series 7)

1612 E. Bethany Home Road, Phoenix

Calls for police service: 0

Liquor license violations: None

 

Whining Pig (Series 7)

2512 S. Val Vista Drive, Pad E #105, Gilbert

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:

“Applicant is committed to upholding the highest standards. Managers and staff will be trained in Arizona liquor law and the techniques of responsible sales and service of alcohol to guests 21 an over.”

 

The public convenience requires and the best interest of the community will be substantially served by the issuance of the liquor license because:

“The Whining Pig will open its fourth Valley beer and wine bar at the Collier Center in the spring of 2017. The bar specializes in a constantly-changing menu of craft beers and unique wines, served with light snacks. The bar will offer a casual setting for professionals, neighbors and friends to gather for drinks and classic games.”

 

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 - Whining Pig

Liquor License Map - Whining Pig

 

Department

Responsible Department

This item is submitted by Special Assistant to the City Manager Toni Maccarone and the City Clerk Department.