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Willows City council places cannabis business tax measure (up to 10%) on Nov. 3 ballot
Summary
Council adopted a resolution to put an ordinance on the Nov. 3, 2026 ballot that would allow a local tax of up to 10% on cannabis business activity; staff noted an anticipated initial rate of 5% that the council may set later if voters approve the measure.
Willows City Council on June 23 approved by roll call a resolution to place a cannabis business tax ordinance on the Nov. 3, 2026 ballot. The ordinance would add a new chapter to the Willows City Municipal Code establishing a general business tax on cannabis businesses, subject to voter approval.
City Manager Marty Brown told council members this was the third time the ordinance had been before the council; the only substantive change since earlier presentations was added flexibility for the finance director on billing cadence (monthly vs. quarterly) if the measure is approved. The packet notes the council may set an initial rate at 5% but the ballot language as adopted will authorize a tax up to 10% at future councils’ discretion.
Council members framed the measure as a revenue item intended to help address the city’s fiscal shortfall; Council Member Busby urged voters to approve the measure and Council Member Gary Hanson and others described the timing as part of broader budgeting needs.
Outcome: The council adopted the resolution establishing Nov. 3, 2026 as the election date and approving the ballot language. The measure still requires voter approval to take effect.
