pages: CityCouncil/2018-10-16.pdf, 23
This data as json
body | date | page | text | path |
---|---|---|---|---|
CityCouncil | 2018-10-16 | 23 | The Economic Development Manager stated the discussion is for four dispensaries. Vice Mayor Vella stated that she wants to make sure two would be required to have delivery options. The Economic Development Manager inquired who supports four retail dispensaries, two of which can be delivery-only but two must offer delivery; inquired whether Vice Mayor Vella means four dispensaries with a storefront. Vice Mayor Vella responded four could be storefront, two of which must provide delivery; stated that she wants to mandate the second dispensary that comes in must provide delivery. Mayor Spencer stated there could be four storefront dispensaries, with a minimum of two dispensaries providing delivery. The Economic Development Manager stated Councilmember Oddie's request differs; one dispensary could be delivery only or retail. Councilmember Oddie stated the City needs at least two, all four dispensaries could have delivery. Mayor Spencer inquired if Councilmember Oddie is okay with four storefronts. Councilmember Oddie responded the City should have four storefronts, at least two of them need to have delivery. Councilmember Matarrese expressed concern with processes; stated those in favor of the item have a financial interest; he is in favor of having medicinal use, and labs; the process is not known until it actually occurs. Councilmember Matarrese moved approval of staying the two ordinances until one business runs through the process. Councilmember Ezzy Ashcraft moved approval of a substitute motion to move forward with additional delivery services, testing labs and medicinal only. Councilmember Matarrese seconded the motion. Under discussion, Vice Mayor Vella stated many people do not want to register to get medicinal cannabis; the process is cumbersome; stated some people find it helpful to interact and discuss product options with consultants. Mayor Spencer suggested calling the question. Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 20 October 16, 2018 | CityCouncil/2018-10-16.pdf |