Good morning,As you may be aware, Circle K has purchased the former Bank of America property on Catalina Highway and Tanque Verde Road. In doing so, they are seeking to transfer a Series 9 liquor license to its new location (9015 E. Tanque Verde Road). This has the potential to raise safety concerns at the busy intersection and impact our valley’s character.The Tanque Verde Valley Association (TVVA) is committed to protecting the safety, character, and quality of life in our community. We take that responsibility seriously and continue to advocate on behalf of all residents.TVVA is actively opposing this transfer and has requested that any license approval be restricted to Series 10 – beer and wine only, prohibit mini-bottles, and be subject to a 20-year covenant. Circle K granted a similar covenant to the Tanque Verde/Houghton (future) store in December 2025.TVVA needs your help. The Arizona Department of Liquor Licenses and Control considers community input in these matters. Submitting a personal letter of opposition immediately can make a real difference. Even a short note outlining your concerns about traffic safety, community character, or alcohol access will strengthen our case. I’ve ATTACHED a generic opposition letter to this email for your convenience. Email addresses for your use: haley.garcia@azliquor.gov ; jordan.ridberg@circlek.com ;andrea@lewklaw.comAct now – we literally have 3-5 days to submit our opposition or it will not be accepted by the Liquor Board. Failure to submit a letter leaves our valley vulnerable to changes that could negatively affect all of us. Together, we can ensure our community’s voice is heard and our valley remains safe and vibrant.Thank you for standing with TVVA.Sincerely,
JoAnn TregoSecretary, Board of DirectorsTanque Verde Valley Association