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Up to 35 legal marijuana retail stores could open up in Snohomish County according to proposed supplemental rules approved for filing by the Washington State Liquor Control Board on Wednesday, Sept. 4.
Initiative 502, legalizing recreational marijuana use by adults, was passed by voters last November and the board was given the authority to set limits on the number of marijuana retail outlets.
Using population data as well as adult consumption data supplied by the state's marijuana consultant – BOTEC Analysis Corporation – the WSLCB allocated a maximum of 334 outlets statewide, according to a WSLCB release. The most populous cities within the county are allocated a proportionate number of stores and at-large stores available to serve other areas of the county.
Marysville is the second largest city in Snohomish County, with a population of more than 60,000, and is set to allow three stores. Arlington, with a population just under 18,000 is allocated one retail outlet. Everett is allotted five stores, while unincorporated Snohomish County is set to allow 16.
Stores are required to be at least 1,000 feet from an elementary or secondary school, playground, recreation center or facility, child care center, public park, public transit center, library or arcade where admission is not restricted to those age 21 and older.
The WSLCB will host public hearings on the proposed rules on Wednesday, Oct. 9, with times and locations to be posted on their website. On Wednesday, Oct. 16, the board will adopt or reject the new rules and if adopted, they will become effective on Nov. 16.
"What we did today was a revision of the rules we developed on July 3," said WSLCB spokesperson Brian Smith, who noted that marijuana regulations are continually evolving. "We held public hearings across Washington State and the board heard quality input. The board feels good about where we are now with a complete vetting process and new input can be incorporated along the way."
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Initiative 502, legalizing recreational marijuana use by adults, was passed by voters last November and the board was given the authority to set limits on the number of marijuana retail outlets.
Using population data as well as adult consumption data supplied by the state's marijuana consultant – BOTEC Analysis Corporation – the WSLCB allocated a maximum of 334 outlets statewide, according to a WSLCB release. The most populous cities within the county are allocated a proportionate number of stores and at-large stores available to serve other areas of the county.
Marysville is the second largest city in Snohomish County, with a population of more than 60,000, and is set to allow three stores. Arlington, with a population just under 18,000 is allocated one retail outlet. Everett is allotted five stores, while unincorporated Snohomish County is set to allow 16.
Stores are required to be at least 1,000 feet from an elementary or secondary school, playground, recreation center or facility, child care center, public park, public transit center, library or arcade where admission is not restricted to those age 21 and older.
The WSLCB will host public hearings on the proposed rules on Wednesday, Oct. 9, with times and locations to be posted on their website. On Wednesday, Oct. 16, the board will adopt or reject the new rules and if adopted, they will become effective on Nov. 16.
"What we did today was a revision of the rules we developed on July 3," said WSLCB spokesperson Brian Smith, who noted that marijuana regulations are continually evolving. "We held public hearings across Washington State and the board heard quality input. The board feels good about where we are now with a complete vetting process and new input can be incorporated along the way."
News Hawk- Truth Seeker 420 MAGAZINE ®
Source: arlingtontimes.com
Author: arlingtontimes.com
Contact: Contact Us - Arlington Times
Website: Snohomish County may get 35 legal marijuana shops ? Marysville to get three, Arlington to get one - Arlington Times
