By Alexandra Berrocal
If you vote yes on Measure A, you support changing local regulations for cannabis cultivation. The proposed measure limits the number, type, and acreage of permits available for cultivation of marijuana on a commercial basis. Measure A will also introduce many new rules and regulations, such as those surrounding water storage and generators. Opponents fear that these new rules will hamstring local growers. A no vote would oppose changing local regulations for growing marijuana.
Proponents say that the goals of the measure are to prevent large-scale grows that harm the environment, ensure greater participation and official accountability in decision-making, and make sure that existing farms are regularly inspected and compliance-verified. Along with these new standards, they are encouraging small, high-quality cannabis cultivation, water storage, and solar arrays, while limiting the use of generators. Proponents seem to focus a lot on goals, but not how to reach them.
Opponents of the measure claim that it evades public process. Due to stipulations incorporated into the measure, it would make it hard to amend if codified into law. Opponents also claim that it benefits large corporate growers at the expense of small-scale farmers. They say most of the provisions in the measure would hamstring small growers and wouldn’t support or incentivize small-scale marijuana growth, and would simply add more restrictions and red tape for new or already established growers. Opponents say that the legal cannabis industry is already well-regulated.
2 Comments
more regs on top of regs…
… instead of something simple like commercial outdoor grows only… no commercial indoor light or light/dep grows…
Thanks for the information on measure A I didn’t know what it did or the effects it would have on small scale growers. Great article!