Pasco City Council Approves Expansion of Cannabis Retail Licenses
What happened
The Pasco City Council voted 4-3 to expand cannabis retail licenses under Ordinance 4858. The council increased the cap from four to five retail licenses and allowed for a second shop through the Social Equity in Cannabis Program. Compas LLC, which was seeking a social equity retail license, had submitted notice of its pending application to the Washington State Liquor and Cannabis Board.
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Why it matters
Council members supported the change, citing business interests and equity issues. Opposing members raised concerns regarding the proposed location's proximity to two elementary schools and a middle school, as well as past safety issues at similar sites.
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Who's involved
- PascoSeat of Franklin County, Washington, where the license cap increases were voted upon.
Who could feel it
Possible knock-on effectsThese are possibilities Brind reasoned out, not predictions, and not advice. Most are not stated in any report.
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The city council's decision could affect the local business environment and potential revenue streams related to the cannabis industry.
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The entities involved
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Pasco
seat of Franklin County, Washington, United States