Title
Liquor License - Casey Jones Grill - District 2
Description
Request for a liquor license. Arizona State License Application 347123.
License Information
Summary
Applicant
Anita McFarland, Agent
License Type
Series 12 - Restaurant
Location
2848 E. Bell Road, Ste. 111 & 112
Zoning Classification: C-2
Council District: 2
This request is for a new liquor license for a restaurant. This location was previously licensed for liquor sales and may currently operate with an interim permit.
The 60-day limit for processing this application is July 5, 2025.
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
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 40+ years of experience in the restaurant industry. I have held several liquor licenses in another state and have managed them all responsibly. I am an attorney licensed in three states, including in Arizona. I have the business acumen and experience to ensure that Casey Jones Grill will continue to be a treasured neighborhood restaurant.”
The public convenience requires and the best interest of the community will be substantially served by the issuance of the liquor license because:
“Casey Jones Grill has been at this location for decades and is part of the neighborhood and community. As the new owner, I will retain the same staff, menu, and traditions that have made this restaurant a favorite, but will bring some fresh new energy to ensure the continuation of this business. I am a civic minded, experienced businessperson.”
Staff Recommendation
Staff recommends approval of this application.
Attachments
Attachment A - Casey Jones Grill - Data
Attachment B - Casey Jones Grill - Map
Department
Responsible Department
This item is submitted by Deputy City Manager Ginger Spencer and the City Clerk Department.