In Nassau County, local politicians are reacting against the establishment of pot dispensaries in bordering Queens neighborhoods. Hempstead Town Supervisor Donald Clavin has expressed concerns over their proximity, arguing that it undermines local control. In response, State Sen. Jack Martins has proposed legislation for a quarter-mile buffer zone to prevent dispensaries near opt-out communities. Supporters believe this legislation is essential for protecting community values and public safety, while opponents from Queens argue that such measures infringe on business rights.
"We can't have these kind of shenanigans taking place where people are opening these shops on the borders," Hempstead Town Supervisor Donald Clavin said during a press conference."
"The current law allows cannabis establishments to be placed directly on the borders of opt-out communities, undermining the intent of our local government and the voice of our residents," Smithtown Supervisor Ed Wehrheim said in a statement.
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