City of North Chicago City Council met March 5.
Here is the minutes provided by the council:
I. CALL TO ORDER
II. ROLL CALL
Upon roll call being taken, the following members were present:
Present: Fisher, Mayfield, Evans, Allen, Runnels
Absent: Markham, January
III. PUBLIC COMMENTS
Suzanne Belinky
Ms. Belinky was in favor of the city support of the Cannabis growers. There was a homeowner’s meeting at the Hampton’s. Bob Runnels, 6th Ward Alderman was present. She supported the idea.
IV. REGULAR AGENDA
4-1 CONSIDERATION/APPROVAL – MARIJUANA GROWERS
Alderman Allen moved, seconded by Alderman Runnels to approve the Marijuana Growers.
Mr. Kevin O’Connor, applicant clarified it was growers, infusers and transportation; technically (3) different entities.
Alderman Allen moved, seconded by Alderman Runnels to approve the Marijuana Growers, Infusers and transportation.
Alderman Mayfield questioned if the 2.5% was designation by the State or City. Attorney Simon explained impact on community. They had their own security yet a possibility of additional police officers. Upon reviewing the application, it was subject to negotiation with impact between the applicant and City.
ROLL CALL:
Ayes: Fisher, Mayfield, Evans, Allen, Runnels, January
Nays: None
Absent: Markham
Alderman January entered the council chambers at 6:03 p.m.
4-2 CONSIDERATION/APPROVAL – 2020 ANNUAL MFT RESOLUTION AND MFT MAINTENANCE ENGINEERING AGREEMENT
Alderman Evans moved, seconded by Alderman Allen to approve 2020 Annual Resolution and MFT Maintenance Engineering Agreement.
ROLL CALL:
Ayes: Fisher, Mayfield, Evans, Allen, Runnels, January
Nays: None
Absent: Markham
MOTION CARRIED
Attorney Simon recommended zoning regulations for craft growers, infusers and transportation. A letter would be sent to the State.
The Mayor further explained the letter would acknowledge that the City of North Chicago would allow cannabis growers, infusers and transportation. Following a final vote for the location would be made. It was more of an industry for cultivating indoors, a regulated secure building and transportation of the product.
Alderman Allen questioned when it was effective. The Mayor stated the next day.
Alderman January expressed her appreciation with prior discussion and a more pro-active approach of the council members. She supported the potential area moving forward.
V. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to come before the Council; a motion was made by Alderman Runnels, seconded by Alderman Mayfield that the meeting stand adjourned.
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