Coming up: Michigan Court of Appeals to Decide on Marijuana Ballot Proposal in South Lyon
There is a bit of a tussle happening in South Lyon, Michigan, over a proposed marijuana ballot measure. A tug of war is ongoing between the city officials who are trying to prevent the measure from being placed on the ballot and others who want to see it go through. The issue has now moved to the Michigan Court of Appeals who are set to decide on this controversial motion.
Sources cited an attorney working for the city, who stated that a lower court has already sided with city officials. The concern lies in the worry that passing the measure and allowing others to regulate it could restrict what the city can do in terms of regulation.
“Imagine having our hands tied on what decisions we can make to regulate!” the attorney was quoted as saying. Furthermore, they added that the ballot proposal seems too favorable for the industry, hinting that those backing the measure might already have vested interests in properties around town approved by the state marijuana regulatory agency.
A decision is anticipated in the coming weeks, as told by the attorney who represented South Lyon.
This proposal, if met with approval, is predicted to unsettle the zoning in South Lyon, a point stressed by a city councilwoman. “This could allow dispensaries and retail marijuana stores everywhere, even near a school or a church!” she informed.
The possible removal of zoning restrictions hints at a significant change in the location of potential dispensaries, creating strong feelings and alarms in the community.
Stay tuned for more on how this story unfolds in the weeks to come.
