As of July 1, possession of cannabis is legal in Connecticut. Adults 21 and over can have up to 1.5 ounces on their person, and up to 5 ounces in their homes, or locked in their vehicle. Retail sales can begin by the end of 2022.<\/p>\n
Recreational cannabis will be at least as controversial as medical marijuana.<\/p>\n
Last month, the P&Z held a televised work session to address possible questions.<\/p>\n
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Next month, the commission will sponsor a text amendment that prohibits the growth, sale, storage and manufacture of cannabis products in Westport.<\/p>\n
It includes a sunset provision \u2014 probably 18 or 24 months \u2014 during which the P&Z or Representative Town Meeting could explore what, if anything, should be permitted in Westport, permanently.<\/p>\n
\u201cConnecticut guidelines don\u2019t give us a lot of time to decide right now,\u201d explains P&Z chair Danielle Dobin.<\/p>\n
\u201cWe don\u2019t want to rush the conversation. We want to hear what residents say, and see what our peer towns do.<\/p>\n
\u201cHowever, the unintended consequence of doing nothing right now could potentially be recreational sales, storage or growing facilities opening outside our control.<\/p>\n
\u201cWhatever happens with recreational cannabis, we want it to be intentional. That is why we will likely move quickly with a P&Z-sponsored text amendment, with a sunset provision. This will provide the necessary time for a true town-wide conversation, before a permanent regulation is adopted.<\/p>\n
A lack of clear direction could also lead to lawsuits.<\/p>\n
A variety of medical marijuana edibles.<\/p>\n
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A variety of edibles.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n
Many Westporters \u2014 including some who use marijuana \u2014 do not want a recreational dispensary in town. Others see economic benefits, similar to liquor stores.<\/p>\n
The Connecticut door has opened. Whether Westport wants to walk through will be a big question, in the months ahead.<\/p>\n
The P&Z will seek input, at public hearings and by email (PandZ@westportct.gov). You can make your opinions known too right here; click \u201cComments\u201d below.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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