Consideration and Action on Liquor License Application:  Dara Sprinces Wong, "Vino Loco" 22 E. Birch Avenue, Series 07 (Beer and Wine Bar), Owner Transfer.

The liquor license process begins at the State level and applications are then forwarded to the respective municipality for posting of the property and holding a public hearing, after which the Council recommendation is forwarded back to the State. A Series 07 beer and wine bar license allows a beer and wine bar retailer to sell and serve beer and wine, primarily by individual portions, to be consumed on the premises and in the original container for consumption on or off the premises. A Series 07 license is a "quota" license available only through the Liquor License Lottery or for purchase on the open market. Vino Loco is an existing business and is requesting an owner transfer. They are currently operating under an interim license. If approved, it will be the 25th active series 07 license in Flagstaff.

The property has been posted as required, and the Police and Community Development divisions have reviewed the application with no concerns noted.  To view surrounding liquor licenses, please visit the Active Liquor Licenses Map.

There is no budgetary impact to the City of Flagstaff as this is a recommendation to the State.

Not applicable.

Liquor licenses are a regulatory action and there is no Council goal that applies.

Not applicable.

Because the application is for an owner transfer, consideration may be given to both the applicant's personal qualifications as well as the location.

The deadline for issuing a recommendation on this application is November 5, 2021.

This business will contribute to the tax base of the community. We are not aware of any other relevant considerations.

The application was properly posted on October 12, 2021. No written protests have been received to date.