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Resident Jerry Cyr urges changes to proposed medical‑cannabis ordinance, warns of business harm
Summary
Longtime resident and business owner Jerry Cyr told the board the draft medical‑cannabis ordinance "has the potential to cause real damage to my business," urging the board to narrow licensing requirements and coordinate with state OCP rules; he requested follow-up meetings with staff.
At the public‑comment portion, Jerry Cyr identified himself as a long‑time resident and owner of Norwood Walk Springs and criticized the draft medical‑cannabis ordinance as drafted. "This document, as presented, has the potential to cause real damage to my business as well as other small caregivers in this area," Cyr said, arguing the town proposal duplicates many requirements already enforced by OCP and could unintentionally penalize small caregivers.
Cyr outlined particular concerns including liability insurance, site planning, operations and signage, and said the draft is "too vague" in places, leaving local officials who lack industry knowledge too much discretion. He asked the board to focus the town proposal on larger operations and to meet with staff and the town manager for follow‑up. Richard responded that the board was not "targeting anyone" and offered to set a follow‑up meeting to review specifics with Cyr and staff.
