The Santa Cruz County Board of Supervisors voted to permit on-site cannabis consumption at local retailers and cannabis farms. This decision, supported by a majority of supervisors despite some dissent, aims to enhance the appeal of cannabis businesses amid financial struggles. The approved ordinance includes strict regulations to ensure safety and compliance. Concerns about potential increases in intoxicated driving were addressed by Supervisor Manu Koenig, who suggested that designated spaces could promote responsible consumption and encourage alternative transportation options among patrons. A second reading of the ordinances is set for March 20.
"If anything, I think having a designated place where people could consume is going to bring more awareness about the fact that maybe (customers) should take an Uber to the dispensary or to the cannabis lounge."
"The majority of supervisors also agreed to create a three-year pilot program for on-site sales and consumption at cannabis farms, addressing financial struggles in the industry."
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