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Mount Clemens City Commission approves first reading of marijuana business ordinance after 4–3 vote
Summary
On Sept. 7 the Mount Clemens City Commission approved the introduction and first reading of a recreational marijuana business ordinance, adopting a point-based selection system and setting a second reading for Sept. 20. The measure drew sharp debate over whether the draft favors a particular applicant and the risk of litigation.
The Mount Clemens City Commission voted 4–3 on Sept. 7 to approve the introduction and first reading of a recreational marijuana business ordinance, setting a second reading and possible adoption for Sept. 20.
The ordinance replaces subjective selection criteria with a point system for awarding recreational licenses, a change staff and the city attorney said is intended to comply with state law and reduce the risk of legal challenges. The city attorney said he will make two drafting changes before the second reading, including adding explicit references to microbusinesses.
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