Consideration and Action on Liquor License Application:  Ariel Chanko, "Grand Canyon Beverage Distributor," 4600 E. Nestle Purina Avenue, Series 04 (wholesaler), New License.

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 04 license allows a wholesaler to warehouse, sell and distribute all types of spirituous liquor (beer, wine, distilled spirits) to Arizona-licensed retailers. Grand Canyon Beverage Distributor is a new business in Flagstaff; if approved, it will be the 6th active series 04 license in Flagstaff. Series 04 liquor licenses are a non-quota license.

The property has been posted as required, and the Police and Community Development divisions have reviewed the application and have recommended approval.

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 a new license, consideration may be given to the applicant's personal qualifications. A Series 4 license may not be denied based on location. 

The deadline for issuing a recommendation on this application is December 20, 2019.

This business will contribute to the tax base of the community.

The application was properly posted on November 19, 2019. No written protests have been received to date.