Title
Liquor License - Paddock Lounge
Description
Request for a liquor license. Arizona State License Application 1207B271.
License Information
Summary
Applicant
Caulder Trader, Agent
License Type
Series 12 - Restaurant
Location
2425 S. 21st St.
Zoning Classification: A-2 RSIO ANIO
Council District: 8
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.
The 60-day limit for processing this application was March 3, 2018. 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
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 am a businessman who has operated and managed 35 separate K1 Speed kart racing facilities across the U.S. since the first one opened in Carlsbad, CA in 2005. This business is a safe and popular entertainment activity which occupies between 40,000 sf and 75,000 sf leased spaces, depending upon the center. I employ over 1,000 employees successfully. During this period, I have had no legal or criminal issues. No reasons exist which would disqualify me from holding a liquor license.”
The public convenience requires and the best interest of the community will be substantially served by the issuance of the liquor license because:
“The proposed addition of beer & wine to the concession area restaurant (Paddock Lounge) will improve the environment and experience of K1 Speed clientele. This clientele is primarily high-end corporate users. The facility provides a clean, upscale entertainment center as an alternative to expensive corporate retreats or motivational presentations. The alcohol license will allow for a minor increase in tax revenue generated. No schools or churches are located within the area which could be a conflict.”
Staff Recommendation
Staff recommends approval of this application.
Attachments
Liquor License Data - Paddock Lounge
Liquor License Map - Paddock Lounge
Department
Responsible Department
This item is submitted by Acting Deputy City Manager Toni Maccarone and the City Clerk Department.