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File #: 25-0881   
Type: License - Liquor Status: Recommended for Approval
Meeting Body: City Council Formal Meeting
On agenda: 5/7/2025 Final action:
Title: Liquor License - Ra Sushi Bar Restaurant - District 6
District: District 6

Title

Liquor License - Ra Sushi Bar Restaurant - District 6

 

Description

Request for a liquor license. Arizona State License Application 314693.

 

License Information

Summary

 

Applicant

Nathan Keane, Agent

 

License Type

Series 12 - Restaurant

 

Location

4921 E. Ray Road, Ste. B-1

Zoning Classification: C-2

Council District: 6

 

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

 

The 60-day limit for processing this application was May 3, 2025. However, the applicant submitted a written request for more time.

 

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

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

 

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 ahve worked for Ra Sushi for 14.5 years and have been in a role of senior leadership for the brand for 8 years. I am currently the agent for the liquor license.”

 

Staff Recommendation

Staff recommends approval of this application.

 

Department

Responsible Department

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