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Morristown awards single retail cannabis license amid public calls for more licenses and questions about fairness
Summary
The council voted 5–1 to award a local retail cannabis license to Ooma Flowers NJ LLC. Multiple public commenters urged awarding additional licenses for economic opportunity and social‑equity reasons; one speaker said the decision raises transparency concerns. Councilman Silva voted no and publicly explained his concerns about public health.
The Morristown Town Council voted to award one local retail cannabis license to Ooma Flowers NJ LLC on Feb. 25, a decision that drew extensive public comment urging the council to award additional licenses for economic and social‑equity reasons.
The award was adopted by roll call: Councilwoman Sheba Foster — Yes; Councilman Anacone — Yes; Councilwoman Lindsey — Yes; Councilman Chris Russo — Yes; Councilman Silva — No; Council President Umbriak — Yes. Motion and seconder were not specified in the public record.
Why it matters
Local cannabis licensing has both economic and equity implications. Commenters at Tuesday’s public hearing argued that additional licenses would capture tax revenue, create local jobs and advance social equity commitments in the town’s licensing process.…
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