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City council adopts commercial cannabis rules after public opposition and public comment
Summary
After extensive public comment and questions from residents, Redondo Beach’s City Council voted to adopt amendments to the municipal code enabling limited commercial cannabis activity; the council approved multiple related ordinances on second reading and adoption.
The Redondo Beach City Council on second reading adopted a package of ordinances to permit and regulate commercial cannabis activity in portions of the city, after an extended public comment period and council discussion.
Dozens of residents turned out or submitted comments opposing retail cannabis storefronts, citing concerns about youth exposure, product safety and public health. Public commenters included Rachel Shekar, Nikki Vasquez, Mary Claire Scanlon, Melissa Deschamps and others, who urged council members to pause action and allow the…
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