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Needles says cannabis taxes now fund a large share of local budget

City of Needles · October 6, 2025
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City officials said cannabis businesses and their tax contributions have driven recent revenue growth and funded street, water and public safety investments; officials said workforce housing is a priority to keep local workers in the city.

City leaders told residents that tax revenue from the local cannabis industry has become a major source of city funding, supporting services and capital projects.

The presenter said the cannabis cluster has generated hundreds of jobs and that cannabis taxes accounted for a substantial share of general fund revenue in 2025. He framed the revenues as…

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