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City Council Formal Meeting

Wednesday, July 2, 2025 · 10:00 AM AM · phoenix.gov

TL;DR

The Phoenix City Council held a meeting focused primarily on approving multiple liquor licenses for various restaurants and businesses across different city districts. The council also considered a tactical equipment acquisition for law enforcement and made a zoning amendment related to data centers.

Key Decisions

  • Law Enforcement Tactical Equipment Purchase Passed
  • Data Center Zoning Code Amendment Adopted
  • Liquor License for The Grow Room Denied
  • Multiple Liquor Licenses for Restaurants Approved
  • Mayoral Appointments to Boards and Commissions Approved

Agenda

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  2. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
  3. BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS
  4. 1 Mayor and Council Appointments to Boards and Commissions
    Board & Commission
    Action: approved Passed

    A motion was made by Vice Mayor O'Brien, seconded by Councilwoman Pastor, that this item be approved. The motion carried by the following voice vote:

  5. LIQUOR LICENSES, BINGO, AND OFF-TRACK BETTING LICENSE APPLICATIONS
  6. 2 Liquor License - Waterwalk Phoenix - District 1
    License - Liquor
    Action: recommended for approval Passed

    This item was recommended for approval.

  7. 3 Liquor License - Casey Jones Grill - District 2
    License - Liquor
    Action: recommended for approval Passed

    This item was recommended for approval.

  8. 4 Liquor License - Chipotle Mexican Grill #5344 - District 2
    License - Liquor
    Action: recommended for approval Passed

    This item was recommended for approval.

  9. 5 Liquor License - Dillingers Bar & Grill - District 2
    License - Liquor
    Action: recommended for approval Passed

    This item was recommended for approval.

  10. 6 Liquor License - Rodizio Grill - District 2
    License - Liquor
    Action: recommended for approval Passed

    This item was recommended for approval.

  11. 7 Liquor License - Taco Cinco - District 3
    License - Liquor
    Action: recommended for approval Passed

    This item was recommended for approval.

  12. 8 Liquor License - Taste of Thai Restaurant - District 3
    License - Liquor
    Action: recommended for approval Passed

    This item was recommended for approval.

  13. *9 ***ITEM REVISED (SEE ATTACHED MEMO)*** Liquor License - Clarendon Hotel & Spa - District 4
    License - Liquor
    Action: recommended for approval Passed

    This item was recommended for approval as revised.

  14. 10 Liquor License - Glenrosa Beer and Wine - District 4
    License - Liquor
    Action: recommended for approval Passed

    A motion was made by Councilwoman Pastor, seconded by Vice Mayor O'Brien, that this item be recommended for approval. The motion carried by the following vote:

  15. *11 ***ITEM REVISED (SEE ATTACHED MEMO)*** Liquor License - The Green Woodpecker - District 4
    License - Liquor
    Action: recommended for approval Passed

    This item was recommended for approval as revised.

  16. 12 Liquor License - Special Event - St. Joseph Maronite Catholic Church - District 6
    License - Special Event
    Action: recommended for approval Passed

    This item was recommended for approval.

  17. 13 Liquor License - Gladly - District 6
    License - Liquor
    Action: recommended for approval Passed

    This item was recommended for approval.

  18. 14 Liquor License - Arco AMPM - District 6
    License - Liquor
    Action: recommended for approval Passed

    This item was recommended for approval.

  19. 15 Liquor License - Mister Pio - District 6
    License - Liquor
    Action: recommended for approval Passed

    This item was recommended for approval.

  20. 16 Liquor License - Neutral Ground - District 6
    License - Liquor
    Action: recommended for approval Passed

    This item was recommended for approval.

  21. 17 Liquor License - Swizzle Inn - District 6
    License - Liquor
    Action: recommended for approval Passed

    This item was recommended for approval.

  22. 18 Liquor License - Chilaquiles By Irma, LLC - District 7
    License - Liquor
    Action: recommended for approval Passed

    This item was recommended for approval.

  23. 19 Liquor License - Matilda's - District 7
    License - Liquor
    Action: recommended for approval Passed

    This item was recommended for approval.

  24. 20 Liquor License - Tipsy Scoop - District 7
    License - Liquor
    Action: recommended for approval Passed

    This item was recommended for approval.

  25. *21 ***ITEM REVISED (SEE ATTACHED MEMO)*** Liquor License - Zen Thai Cafe - District 7
    License - Liquor
    Action: recommended for approval Passed

    This item was recommended for approval as revised.

  26. 22 Liquor License - Blanco Tacos & Tequila/Olive & Ivy/Modern Burger - District 8
    License - Liquor
    Action: recommended for approval Passed

    This item was recommended for approval.

  27. 23 Liquor License - Guy Fieri's Phoenix Kitchen and Bar T4 - District 8
    License - Liquor
    Action: recommended for approval Passed

    This item was recommended for approval.

  28. 24 Liquor License - Plush Kitchen and Lounge - District 8
    License - Liquor
    Action: recommended for approval Passed

    This item was recommended for approval.

  29. 25 Liquor License - San Tan Spirit House T4 - District 8
    License - Liquor
    Action: recommended for approval Passed

    This item was recommended for approval.

  30. 26 Liquor License - T- Bird Tavern - District 2
    License - Liquor
    Action: recommended for approval Passed

    This item was recommended for approval as revised.

  31. 27 Liquor License - The Grow Room - District 4
    License - Liquor
    Action: recommended for denial Passed

    A motion was made by Councilwoman Pastor, seconded by Vice Mayor O'Brien, that this item be recommended for disapproval. The motion carried by the following vote:

  32. 28 Liquor License - Chelsea's Kitchen - District 8
    License - Liquor
    Action: recommended for approval Passed

    This item was recommended for approval as revised.

  33. 29 Liquor License - La Grande Orange Marketplace - District 8
    License - Liquor
    Action: recommended for approval Passed

    This item was recommended for approval as revised.

  34. ORDINANCES, RESOLUTIONS, AND NEW BUSINESS
  35. Untitled item
  36. 25-1003 Tactical Equipment, Technology, and Related Products for Law Enforcement Outfitting - COOP 25-0554 - Request for Award (Ordinance S-52141) - Citywide
    Ordinance-S
    Action: approved Passed

    A motion was made by Vice Mayor O'Brien, seconded by Councilwoman Pastor, to reconsider Item 72. The motion carried by the following voice vote:

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  41. 41 Untitled item
    Action: approved and/or adopted as part of an omnibus motion Passed

    A motion was made by Vice Mayor O'Brien, seconded by Councilwoman Stark, that Items 30-108 be approved or adopted, except Items 43, 45-47, 57-61, 65, 78, 93 and 104-108; noting Items 58 and 108 are as revised; Item 66 is withdrawn; and Item 92 is as corrected. The motion carried by the following vote:

  42. 108 (CONTINUED FROM JUNE 18, 2025) - Public Hearing - Amend City Code - Ordinance Adoption - Data Centers - Z-TA-2-25-Y (Ordinance G-7396) - Citywide
    Zoning Ordinance & Public Hearing
    Action: adopted Passed

    The hearing was held. A motion was made by Vice Mayor O'Brien, seconded by Councilwoman Guardado, that this item be approved per the July 1, 2025 memo from the Planning and Development Director with adoption of the related ordinance. The motion carried by the following vote:

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    Action: approved and/or adopted as part of an omnibus motion Passed

    A motion was made by Vice Mayor O'Brien, seconded by Councilwoman Pastor, that Items 2-29 be recommended for approval, except Items 10 and 27; and noting that Items 9, 11, 21, 26, 28 and 29 are as revised and now recommended for approval. The motion carried by the following voice vote: