Veto of Council Action on Tuesday, November 26, 2019 Item 12(D) Requesting Approval of a Six Month Moratorium on Recreational Marihuana Businesses in the City of Warren

I have formally VETOED the city council’s denial at their last meeting of my request to establish a moratorium on recreational marijuana until there is a city ordinance regulating recreational marijuana.

The city and citizens are at risk without an ordinance in place to control the sale and distribution of recreational marijuana. This could have serious legal ramifications if a strong ordinance is not in place first. Six months should be enough time to enact an ordinance and protect the city. I’m hopeful that a majority of the council will reconsider their vote against a 6 month moratorium until an ordinance is in place. This was a request by both the city attorney and building department. Without an ordinance, this could complicate law enforcement efforts as well. Note: I’m not opposed to marijuana but want to protect our city! Many (if not most) cities have chosen to opt out completely.

I can be reached by cell 586-481-0545, home 586-573-8058 or office 586-574-4520.

Sincerely,

Mayor James R. Fouts
City of Warren
One City Square- Suite 215
Warren, MI 48093-6726
586-574-4520
mayor@cityofwarren.org