the AGCO is the provincial authority in cannabis retail licenses and the City has no recourse if the AGCO issues a license despite any objections made.
Financial Matters:
N/A
Consultations:
Barry Horrobin, Director of Planning & Physical Resources, Windsor Police Service
Andy Randall, Inspector, Patrol Support, Windsor Police Service
Theresa Marentette, Chief Executive Officer, Windsor Essex County Health Unit
Jelena Payne, Commissioner Community Development & Health, Corporate Leader – Social Development and Health
Stephen Lynn, Manager of Social Policy & Planning
Susan Hirota, Senior Legal Counsel
Heidi Baillargeon, Manager of Parks Development
John Lee, Chief Fire Prevention Officer
George Robinson, Planner II – Revitalization and Policy Initiatives
Joe Baker, Manager of Permit Services / Deputy Chief Building Official
Jude Malott, Executive Initiatives Coordinator
Conclusion:
As noted by Community Development & Health Services, the proposed AGCO Cannabis Store application at 1550 Huron Church Rd is within 150 metres of Ska:na Family Learning Centre (84m). Ska:na Family Learning Centre provides supports and programming to families and children ages 0 to 12 years. While this does not constitute a direct conflict with the Municipal Cannabis Policy Statement, the statement does state that “retail cannabis stores are discouraged where nearby properties are servicing youth and vulnerable individuals” (see comments on page 3 and Appendix C).
Other potential impacts have been noted by some departments, but no direct conflicts with City Policy direction or applicable law have been raised. Consideration may be given by Council to concerns raised by Windsor-Essex County Health Unit and the Windsor Police Service.
Proper diligence is encouraged to safeguard the business and community at large.