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Council holds first reading of cannabis ordinance; members ask whether city can opt out
Summary
On first reading, the council considered Ordinance 47 to regulate cannabis and lower-potency hemp edibles. Councilmember Casey asked whether state law compels the city to allow retail cannabis; Vice President Riapel said county population thresholds affect whether the city must host a retailer.
The East Grand Forks City Council held the first reading of Ordinance 47 (Fourth Series) on June 17, proposing amendments to city code title 11, chapter 120 to regulate cannabis retailers and lower-potency hemp edible businesses.
Council member Casey asked whether state law requires the city to allow cannabis retail and whether the council could simply…
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