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Mount Clemens commission debates consumption lounges, approves temporary marijuana events and two consumption licenses
Summary
After extended discussion about zoning, ventilation and downtown business impacts, the commission voted to permit two designated consumption establishments and to allow temporary marijuana events; commissioners sought DDA and sheriff input before final ordinance drafting.
The Mount Clemens City Commission opened a lengthy discussion about where and how cannabis could be consumed on commercial premises and whether the city should permit temporary marijuana events, then approved limited allowances with conditions.
City Manager Johnson told commissioners the draft ordinance as written did not permit on‑premises consumption or temporary events and described the two state/local licensing tracks involved: a designated consumption establishment permits on‑site use for adults 21 and older but does not allow retail sales on the premises, and temporary-event licenses require separate state approval plus municipal sign-off. “The draft ordinance does not allow for either,” Johnson said, outlining…
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