Lakewood introduces 3 proposals: Cannabis policy reform
LAKEWOOD, Ohio (WJW) – The Lakewood City Council is introducing three legislative proposals as part of a cannabis policy reform.
According to a press release from the Lakewood City Council on Friday, three measures are being proposed that are meant to reshape the city’s approach to marijuana to reflect Ohio’s changing laws.
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These are the measures being proposed by the Lakewood City Council:
Ordinance to Decriminalize Marijuana Possession: According to the release, the ordinance proposes the decriminalization of marijuana, up to 2.5 ounces of marijuana and reduces the penalty for misdemeanor-level possession of marijuana, aligning with Ohio’s recently passed Issue 2.
Amendment to the Permitting Process for Adult-Use Dispensaries: The city said it would like to amend the permitting process for adult-use dispensaries and streamline the process to make it more conducive for businesses to establish adult-use dispensaries in the city.
Zoning Code Amendment for Adult-Use Dispensaries: The city would like to amend the zoning code to allow adult-use dispensaries in commercial districts, according to the release.
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The City of Lakewood did recently impose a temporary pause on dispensary permits that will remain in effect while the city finalizes marijuana policies, according to the release.
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