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 11 license allows the sale and service of spirituous liquor solely for consumption on the premises of a hotel or motel that has a restaurant where food is served on the premises.

The Courtyard by Marriott is currently operating with a Series 11 liquor license but recently went through a change in ownership which requires a new liquor license to be issued. The property has been posted as required, and the Police Department, Community Development, and Sales Tax divisions have reviewed the application with no concerns noted.

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

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

Not applicable. 

1) Table the item if additional information or time is needed.
2) Make no recommendation.
3) Forward the application to the State with a recommendation for approval.
4) Forward the application to the State with a recommendation for denial, stating the reasons for such recommendation.

 

Because the application is for a new license, consideration may be given to both the applicant's personal qualifications and the location.

The deadline for issuing a recommendation on this application is December 16, 2015.

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 November 23, 2015. No written protests have been received to date.