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Committee approves Altera Dispensary renewal after owner outlines community programs, cites illicit competition
Summary
The Board 2 Cannabis Licensing Committee approved Bloomi LLC d/b/a Altera Dispensary's renewal after owner Vanessa Buchchan described community fundraising, regular events and losses from nearby illicit operators; she urged clearer OCM advertising guidance to help small retailers compete.
The Board 2 Cannabis Licensing Committee approved the renewal of Bloomi LLC, doing business as Altera Dispensary at 52 Kenmmer Street, after owner Vanessa Buchchan described the shop's community work and operational challenges from nearby illicit operators.
Buchchan told the committee she has run the store since its 2023 license, that business draws mainly tourists and customers from below 24th Street, and that the shop offers delivery in an expanded service area. She confirmed adjusted hours based on customer traffic and said delivery and certain weekday changes helped manage staffing costs.
"We were able to raise about $4,000 for them and then…
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