Discussion and possible action to recommend approval to the State Liquor Board for: a New Wine and Beer (Series 10) Liquor License for Pescaderia Playas De Guaymas, located at 8385 NW. Grand Avenue #A, Theresa J. Morse, Applicant, LL#26-010150.

Pescaderia Playas De Guaymas, is an existing seafood market located at 8385 NW. Grand Avenue #A. The owner has applied for a New Wine and Beer (Series 10) Liquor License.  The application agent is Theresa J.Morse.

Series 10—permits the retail sale of beer and wine for consumption off premises.

Some of the businesses around Pescaderia Playas De Guaymas are Firestone Complete Autocare, Don Lencho’s Mexican & Seafood Restaurant and Brothers Family Restaurant.  There are no staff concerns with Pescaderia Playas De Guaymas.  The public hearing notice was posted for at least 20 days, and no comments were received during the posting period.  The license application was reviewed according to State law and all Departments gave approvals.

In November 2021, the Mayor and Council recommended approval to the Arizona State Liquor Board for Pescaderia Playas De Guaymas for a New Wine and Beer (Series 10) Liquor License located at 8385 NW. Grand Avenue #A.

Pursuant to Arizona Law the City must make a recommendation to the State Liquor Board regarding the approval of applications to sell alcoholic beverages in the City. The standard for the City’s recommendation is whether the best interest of the community will be served by the issuance of these licenses and whether the public convenience is served. Staff recommends approval of the above licenses.

No fiscal impact.