Title
(CONTINUED FROM JUNE 26, 2019) - Liquor License - Boom Boom Room
Description
Request for a liquor license. Arizona State License Application 06070678.
License Information
Summary
Applicant
Rasheda Worthy, Agent
License Type
Series 6 - Bar
Location
1501 W. Pierce St.
Zoning Classification: C-2
Council District: 7
This request is for an ownership and location transfer of a liquor license for a bar. This location was not previously licensed for liquor sales and does not have an interim permit. This location requires a Use Permit to allow outdoor dining and outdoor alcohol consumption when located within 500 feet of a residential district. This business is currently being remodeled with plans to open in September 2019.
The 60-day limit for processing this application was June 25, 2019. However, the applicant submitted a written request for more time.
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
Two letters protesting and two letters supporting the issuance of this license have been received and are on file in the Office of the City Clerk. The protest letters are from local residents. They feel that there are sufficient liquor licenses in the area and adding another liquor license in a residential area will not benefit the community's quality of life. The support letters are from local residents. They feel that the opening of the bar will encourage other business activity in the area.
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 a resident of Phoenix, Arizona for 25 years. I am very comfortable and familiar w/ the diverse central phoenix community. I have been a business owner in various businesses in Phoenix including retail, community health and worked for COP Parks & Rec. I have a masters degree in social work & education in doctoral studies in public health. I have the resources and support of family and other business owners including liquor license owners.”
The public convenience requires and the best interest of the community will be substantially served by the issuance of the liquor license because:
“The Boom Boom Room will enhance the community bringing a safe culturally diverse social venue to a community w/ limited social gathering places. The Boom Boom Room will offer the community a place to dine, celebrate, host private events and gather near home.”
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 - Boom Boom Room
Liquor License Map - Boom Boom Room
Department
Responsible Department
This item is submitted by Acting Deputy City Manager Toni Maccarone and the City Clerk Department.