The Apache Junction City Council on Oct. 7 voted unanimously to recommend approval of a permanent extension of premises for the Fraternal Order of Eagles (FOE) No. 3850, located at 2315 South Coconino Drive, to the Arizona Department of Liquor Licenses and Control.

Evi (city licensing staff) introduced the item and reported that the Apache Junction Police Department, Building and Safety Division, Planning and Zoning, and Superstition Fire and Medical had all reviewed the application and recommended approval, finding the extension met safety standards. The applicant (identified in the hearing as the Worthy President of FOE No. 3850) described recent property improvements, said the extension would formalize service in a nonsmoking section and fenced area, and noted the organization’s local charitable work.

Why it matters: The FOE told council it donates to Phoenix Children’s Hospital and local schools and that the permanent extension removes the need to repeatedly request temporary approvals. The council’s action is a recommendation to the state licensing authority; final authority for liquor-license adjustments rests with the Arizona Department of Liquor Licenses and Control.

Public hearing and vote
Staff confirmed required public-notice steps and noted no members of the public registered to speak at the hearing. The applicant said the club raises approximately $10,000–$20,000 annually for community causes and had purchased and renovated adjacent space to expand its non-smoking area and fenced premises.

A council motion to recommend approval to the state agency passed by voice/roll-call vote with all members voting yes. Council directed staff to forward the recommendation to the Arizona Department of Liquor Licenses and Control.

Ending
The recommendation will be forwarded to the Arizona Department of Liquor Licenses and Control; the state's action and any conditions or restrictions will be determined by that agency.