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Arcata council introduces ordinance to permit regulated cannabis consumption lounges
Summary
The council introduced Ordinance 1586 to amend the municipal code to permit on‑site cannabis consumption at licensed retail or microbusiness premises subject to use permits and local standards; supporters said lounges would provide safe, regulated spaces and benefit tourism and local businesses.
The Arcata City Council introduced Ordinance 1586 on April 15, a municipal code amendment to clarify the city’s authority to permit cannabis consumption lounges and to set standards consistent with state law.
Community Development Director David Loya and assistant planner Mari Pepper said the ordinance defines cannabis consumption lounges, aligns local exceptions with state Business and Professions Code provisions, and limits on‑site…
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