Minutes — Grass Valley City Council, June 28, 2022

GRASS VALLEY
City Council Regutar Meeting, Capital lmprovements Authority and Redevetopment "Successor Agency"
Tuesday, June 28, 2022at 7:00 PM
Counci[ Chambers, Grass Vattey City Hatt | 125 East Main Street, Grass Valley, Catifornia Telephone: (530) 274-4310 - Fax: (530) 274-4399
E-Mait: [email protected] Web Site: www.citvofqrassvattev.com CALL TO ORpEB
Meeting catted to order at 7:02 pm.

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Mayor Aguitar ted the ptedge of atlegiance.

ROLL CALL

PRESENT
Councit Member Bob Branstrom
Council Member Tom lvy
Vice Mayor Jan Arbuckte
Mayor Ben Aguitar
ABSENT
CounciI Member Hitary Hodge
AGENDA APPROVAL .

Motion made to approve the agenda by Vice Mayor Arbuckle, Seconded by Council Member Branstrom.

Voting Yea: Council Member Branstrom, Council Member lvy, Vice Mayor Arbuckte, Mayor Aguitar

REPORT OUT OF CLOSED SESSION
No ctosed session.

INTRODUCTIONS AND PRESENTATIONS
PUBLIC COl,tl ENT
Pubtic Comment in person: Greg Lush, Ralph Sitberstein
Voicemait: Sandra Spargo
CONSENT lTErrtS -

MINUTES
Satary Schedutes for Unit 1, 6, &.8, and ctarifications of the executive staff were given to the CounciI
Motion made to approve consent as submitted by Council Member Branstrom, Seconded by Vice Mayor Arbuckle.

Voting Yea: Council Member Branstrom, Council Member lvy, Vice Mayor Arbuckle, Mayor Aguitar

1. Approval of the Regu[ar Meeting Minutes of June 14th, 2022.

Recommendation: Council approve minutes as submitted.

2. Assembly Bitt 361 Resolution
Recommendation: Adopt resotution P2022-59 authorizing remote teteconference meetings of the City Council and other legistative bodies of the City pursuant to government code section 5a953(e)

3. Local Emergency Proctamation (COVID-19)
Recommendation: Continuance of NoveI Coronavirus (COVID-19) proclamation dectaring a Local State of Emergency

4. Local Emergency Proctamation (Drought Conditions)
Recommendation: Drought Conditions proclamation dectaring a Local State of Emergency

5. Loca[ Emergency Proclamation (Winter Storm of December 27th,20211 Recommendation: Winter Storm of December 27th ,2021 proctamation dectaring a Loca[ State of Emergency

6. Conftict of Interest Code Update
Recommendation: That Council approve the City Manager signing of the City of Grass Vattey Biennia[ Notice and adopt the2022 Conftict of Interest Code and corresponding Resotution 7022-54 approving changes to the code.

7. Nevada County Solid Waste Parce[ Tax
Recommendation: That Council approve Resolution 2022-51 give consent to Nevada County to maintain the Sotid Waste on the fiscal year 2022-2023 tax rolt.

8. Grass Vattey Management & Supervisory Professionat & Confidential Employees - Unit 1 - Side Letter to Juty 1,2019 - June 30,2023 Approved Memorandum of Understanding Recommendation: Adopt Resolution No. 2022-55 approving a Side Letter to the Labor Memorandum of Understanding for a three-year period beginning Juty 1 ,2019 through June 30, 2022 between the City of Grass Vattey and the Grass Vattey Management / SupeMsory Professionat & Confidential Emptoyees Group (Unit 1).

9. Nevada County Professiona[ Firefighters, IAFF Local 3800 Memorandum of Understanding - Juty 1 ,2021 - June 30,2023
Recommendation: Adopt Resotution No. 2022 - 56 approving the Labor Memorandum of Understanding for a one-year period beginning Juty 1,2022 through June 30, 2023 between the City of Grass Vattey and the Nevada County Professionat Firefighters, IAFF Loca[ 3800 (Unit 8).

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10. Grass Vattey Potice Officer's Association - Juty 1,2021 - June 30, 2023 Recommendation: Adopt Resolution No. 2022 - 57 approving the Labor Memorandum of Understanding for a one-year period beginning Juty 1, 2022 through June 30, 2023 between the City of Grass Vattey and City of Grass Vattey and the Grass Vattey Police Officer's Association (Unit 6).

11. Approva[ of Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA) and Executive Contract Appendix Recommendation: That Counci[ 1) approve the a 5% Cost of Living Adjustment for a[[ Executive Contract Employees and reduction of personal Leave time accruat; 2) review the proposed Amendment to the Employment Agreements (including Appendix A) with Department Directors, Administrative Services Director, Community Development Director, Pubtic Work Director of Operations, City Clerk, Deputy Administrative Services Director, Deputy City Cterk/Management SeMces Anatyst, Potice Chief, Deputy Potice Chief and Fire Chief; 3) authorize the City Manager to execute the agreements subject to [ega[ review; 4) authorize the attached Amendment to the City Manager's Contract for the COLA and Personal Leave reduction and authorize the Mayor to execute the agreement, subject to legat review; and 5) authorize the Finance Director or the City Manager's designee to make any necessary budget adjustments and/or amendments to comptete this action.

12. Confirming the purchase of properties at 11150 and 1207 ldaho Maryland Road for s275,000
Recommendation: That Council 1) approve the purchase agreement with Danie[ McCarthy for the properties at 1 1 1 50 ldaho Marytand Road (APN 035 -412-0241 and 1207 ldaho Marytand Road (APN 009-680-023), subject to legal review; 2) approve the purchase amount of 5275,000, 3) authorize the City Manager to sign atl real estate documents required to complete the purchase with Daniet McCarthy, subject to tegat review; and 4l approve the Finance Director to make the necessary budget adjustments and transfers to comptete these actions.

13. City of Grass Vattey 2022Strategic Plan Update
Recommendation: That Council approve the 2022 Strategic Ptan update.

14. Local Transportation Fund (LTF) Ctaim for Transit and Paratransit Operations Recommendation: That Council adopt a resotution requesting that Nevada County Transportation Commission (NCTC) altocate 5514,877 of the City's FY 2022123 estimated apportionment of LTF in support of transit and paratransit seryices.

15. CCTM1, LLC Lease Agreement - Approve First Amendment Recommendation: That Counci[ authorize the City Engineer to execute the First Amendment to the Ground Lease Agreement with CCTM1, LLC, subject to [ega[ review.

16. Second Reading of Clean Up Ordinance 816
Recommendation: That Council hotd a second reading by Titte only and adopt Ordinance 816
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17. Appointment of Ptanning Commissioners
Recommendation : That CounciI approve the appointment of Ari Broutliett as Planning Commissioner for Councitmember Hodge

18. Constderation of the lease of property at142 East main Street Recommendation: That Council 1 ) approve the draft lease agreement with WCS Properties for the property at 142 East Main Street, subject to [ega[ review; 2) authorize the City Manager to execute the tease agreement with WCS Properties; 4) authorize the City Manager to sign att rea[ estate documents required to complete the lease; and 5) approve the Finance Director to make the necessary budget adjustments and transfers to comptete these actions.

19. Certification of promotional [ist for Battation Chief, Captain, and Engineer Recommendation: That Council 1 ) certify the newty devetoped promotionat etigibitity list for Captain, and Engineer effective June 29,2022

ITEMS REMOVED FROM CONSENT CALENDAR FOR DISCUSSION OR SEPARATE ACTION AND /

OR ANY ADDED AGENDA ITEMS

REORGANIZATION RELATED ITEMS

PUBLIC HEARING

20. Cottection of delinquent sewer and/or water accounts on the Nevada County tax roll Recommendation: After hotding a pubtic hearing, adopt Resotution 2022- 58 requesting that the County of Nevada leyy and cotlect detinquent water and sewer seMce charges on the tax roll.

Tim Kiser, City Manager, gave presentation to the councit. This item requires a 4/5ths vote.

Motion made to hotd a pubtic hearing, adopt Resotution 2022- 58 requesting that the County of Nevada levy and cottect detinquent water and sewer service charges on the tax rott by Vice Mayor Arbuckte, Seconded by Council Member Branstrom.

Voting Yea: Council Member Branstrom, CounciI Member lvy, Vice Mayor Arbuckte, Mayor Aguitar

21. Cannabis Selection Appeals of Sierra Flower Co. LLC and NUG, lnc., d.b.a. NUG Grass Vattey regarding storefront retail commercial cannabis permit setection.

Recommendation: That Councit approve the Hearing Officer's final findings and recommendations and adopt the proposed resolution.

David Ruderman, City Legat, stepped down for his spot due to his representation of staff in this process. Tom Last, Community Devetopment Director, gave presentation to councit.

Council member Branstrom asked for ctarification on whether their action was to make a decision on scoring and appeat process or to be abte to modify the original ordinance.

Sierra ftowers spoke on behatf of their appeal.

NUG submitted a letter on behatf of their appeat. (attached) City of Grass Vatley, CA MINUTES June 28,2022
Provision spoke on behatf of the scoring and appea[ process.

Pubtic comments attached.

Council member Branstrom did not find that there were any irregularities in the scoring process. Vice Mayor Arbuckte betieves that Judge Dover made a fair assessment of the prosses.

Motion made to approve the Hearing Officer's finat findings and recommendations and adopt the proposed resotution by Vice Mayor Arbuckte, Seconded by Councit Member Branstrom.

Voting Yea: Council Member Branstrom, Vice Mayor Arbuckte, Mayor Aguitar Voting Abstaining: Council Member lvy

AD,YTINISTRATIVE

22. CDBG Memorial Park Facilities lmprovement Project - Program Amendment Recommendation: That Council authorize a Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program budget amendment to attocate additionat Program lncome (Pl) towards the CDBG Memorial Park Facilities lmprovement Project construction contract.

Bjorn Jones, City Engineer, gave presentation to the councit.

Motion made to authorize a Community Devetopment Btock Grant (CDBG) program budget amendment to attocate additional Program lncome (Pl) towards the CDBG Memoriat Park Facitities lmprovement Project construction contract by Vice Mayor Arbuckte and Seconded by Mayor Aguitar
Voting Yea: Council Member Branstrom, Council Member lvy, Vice Mayor Arbuckte, Mayor Aguitar

BRIEF REPORTS BY COUNCIL,YTEIABERS
Councitmember lvy was abte to have tour of sierra harvest garden. Councitmember Branstrom Attended the Nevada County Community institute graduation, second annual Juneteenth picnic, GREAT camp Graduation, and the Truckee forest fire exhibit. Vice Mayor Arbuckte attended the RCRC dinner, Witdfire Preparedness meeting, Master Ptan on Aging Workshop for Nevada county, GREAT camp Graduation. There witt be a Juty 6 membership meeting for Catifornia League of Cities and wanted to give thank you to the peopte who give positive feedback to the councit. Mayor Aguitar attended the RCRC dinner, Mayors Manager's meeting. Thank you to Nevada city for tetting the City utitize their masticator to us to hetp make 4th of Juty firework area fire safe. On the 4th of Juty the parade witl be hetd in Nevada City and at 9:30 pm the firework show witt be put on by City of Grass Vattey over the Dorsey over pass. He woutd like to give a huge Thank you to at[ the sponsors who made the fireworks possibte this year.

ADJOURN
Meeting adjourned at 8:12 pm.

Ben Aguilar, Mayor Taylor Day, Deputy City Clerk
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NUG
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VTA EMAIL
Ms. Taylor Day, Deputy City Clerk
taylor d @cityo fgrassv al I ey. c om
Re: Item 21; Cannabis Selection Appeal of NUG Inc., dba NUG Grass Valley Honorable Mayor Aguilar And The Grass Valley City Council:

I am writing you today about Item 21 at tonight's City Council meeting in the City of Grass Valley.

For the past ten years, I have proudly worked with NUG Inc., a premiere cannabis company in Northern California. NUG Inc. is a celebrated leader in the cannabis industry and currently owns and operates five (5) award-winning cannabis retail dispensaries in Sacramento, Redding, Oakland, El Cerrito, and San Leandro. Our company website is www.nug.com.

On August 12,2021, my team and I submitted a very concise and complete Commercial Cannabis Business Application to the City of Grass Valley. Unlike other cities throughout California, the City of Grass Valley limited our dispensary application to only one hundred (100) pages. In our application, we included a "snap-shot" of our current businesses based on industry "best practices." Out of a field of seven (7) total retail applicants, when the final "Score Sheets" were released, my team and I could not comprehend, nor could we accept, the City's final "Score Sheets" and its rankings. As industry leaders, NUG Inc. is very familiar with the work and business models of the co-applicants. In fact, all of the dispensary applicants have experience operating multiple retail cannabis dispensaries in California, with the exception of one applicant: Provisions.

In our Appeal and in our arguments before Judge Dover, my team (with the help of legal counsel), after spending hundreds of hours reviewing the applications and score-sheets of the other retail applicants, arrived at an obvious and compelling and dramatic conclusion:

The Citv of Grass Vallev and its decision bv the Selection Committee to award a retail cannabis permit to Provisions was based on favoritism. nepotism. and bias. Further. a review of the final Score-Sheets for NUG Inc. and its dispensarv application will reveal human error. gross oversight. and unacceptable mistakes.

Please consider the following facts in favor of NUG Inc. and our Commercial Cannabis Business Application to the City of Grass Valley:

According to the City's Commercial Cannabis Application Review Criteria, the Selection Committee was asked to evaluate a total twenty-six (26) criteria sections.

NUG
Re: NUG Inc. Cannabis Appeal
June28,2022

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In twenty-two (22) out of twenty-six (26) criteria sections on the City's Commercial Cannabis Application Review Criteria, NUG Inc. scored a "perfect score" (or full points) from at least one Selection Committee Member.

In the four (4) criteria sections that NUG Inc. did not receive a perfect score - in Ownership Team, Employee Training, Customer Education, and Community Benefits - a basic revisit and review of our team's Commercial Cannabis Application will show clear and present evidence in full of these four (4) criteria sections.

Our team maintains that the Cityrs Selection Committee did not receive the proper professional training, if any, to formally and effectively "judge" or t'scorefr the Commercial Cannabis Application Review Criteria. In short, the final "ScoreSheets'r should be deemed invalid or NUG's Commercial Cannabis Business Application should be rescored.
(*I have attached d copy of NUG's Review Criterio or "Score-Sheet" hereinfor your review.) (* P lease See Attochment)
Beyond the obvious and compelling legal and technical arguments raised by our attorney during the Appeal Hearing, the following "biases" still need to be recognized and addressed:

1. Initiallv. the Citv of Grass Vallev appointed Nevada Citv Planner. Amv Wolfson. to the Commercial Cannabis Annlication Selection Committee. Ms. Wolfson. in her work in Nevada Citv. manased all of the nermittine reouirements and todav works verr closelv with Elevation 2477. the onlv nermitted retail disnensarv in Nevada City. The owners of Elevation 2477 and Provisions are nearlv identical and closelv related. Althoush Ms. Wolfson resisned from the Selection Committee due to a "conflict of interest.r' Grass Vallevrs Selection Committee was tainted from the start.

2. A larse portion of the Provisions Commercial Cannabis Anplication features their team's proposed retail location at 403 Idaho Marvland Road in Grass Vallev. At the time. this propertv housed As Natural. NUG Inc. did not include anv oroposed "Retail Propertv Information" in our Commercial Cannabis Apnlication simplv because it was not required.

Accordine to the Citv's Commercial Cannabis Screenine Apolication Information Packet. it clearlv states: "Applicants do not need to have secured a phvsical location to submit a screenine application." NUG Inc. maintains that Provisions earned extra points and received preferential treatment for hishlishtine their retail propertv in their application.

NUG
Re: NUG Inc. Cannabis Appeal
June28,2022

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3. If the City of Grass Vallev cares about the "retail exnerience" of its medical mariiuana patients and its cannabis consumers in its communitv. the City of Grass Vallev will so bevond iust allowine Elevation 2477 of Nevada Citv to create a dunlicate retail dispensarv under the label Provisions of Grass Vallev. Patients and customers in Grass Vallev deserve to have diversitv and a qualitv choice in the selection of their cannabis nroducts. NUG Inc. can nrovide this "qualitv choice." NUG Inc. maintains that Provisions was nicked as the "dispensarv winner" because thev were the local sroup and the Selection Com m ittee u n i ustlv favored their application.

Under section 5(c) of the City's Commercial Cannabis Appeal Procedures, the Grass Valley City Council may adopt or modify the hearing officer's recommendation or remand it to the hearing officer for further consideration. To determine whether to adopt, modiSr, or remand the hearing officer's recommendation, the City Council has discretion to either: (l) make a final decision based on the administrative record before the hearing officer and the hearing officer's written recommendation without further input from the appellants, City staff and Grass Valley Provisions; or (2) order an oral hearing on the hearing officer's recommendation. (Comm. Cannabis Appeal Proc., $ 5(b).)
Considerins all the influential factors surroundins the kev arsuments of NUG's Apneal. mv team and I humblv request that the Grass Vallev Citv Council modifv the hearine officer's final findines and remand the decision for fufther consideration. NUG Inc. requests that the Grass Vallev Citv Council (1) "rescore'l our Commercial Cannabis Anplication or (2) issue a second retail cannabis oermit to NUG Inc.

Due to a scheduling conflict, I will be unable to attend tonight's City Council meeting. My apologies for this unforeseen conflict. With that said, I do ask that my letter be received into the record and shared amongst the City Council.

I can be reached directly for any questions or comments at (916) 717-2664 Thank you for your leadership in the City of Grass Valley M. lReal
NUG Inc., Director of Government Relations
[email protected]
CITY OF GRASS VALLEY .NUG Final Scores with
coMMERcrAt cANNABTs AppucATroN REVTEW cRtrERrA (ExHrBrr A) Application corrections' Proposals will be ranked by benchmarklng some responses based on the following criteria: "Exceedingly Detailed," "lacking Detail & Mlssing Some lnformation," and "Much l-ess Detalled" or "Missing Substantlal lnformatlon." Missing Substantial lnformation means the Review Committee cannot adequatelyassesstheinformationtomakeanlnformedconcluslon. *Note: The three_S.ores re.Ognize the 3x JudgeS, SCoreS; please note the multiple inconsistencies in scoring.

G Arsiness Owne/s experience in owning, managing, and operating the type of cannabis business for which the license is being sought. (Business Owner means the State definition of owner in the State Business and Professions Code 26001 AND all persons, companies, or entities that will be directin& controlling, and/or managing the day-to-day operations of the business.) Only experience frorn legal activities will be considered. lf multiple owners, the City will use the average experience of all owners. 2+Y]5.= 20 Pts
1-2 Yrs. = 10 Pts
0Yrs.=0Pts
20 20
20 *NUG Sc )re with cc rrection 20
- Knowledge of the cannabis industry (as demonstrated
throughout this screening application), including identification of how industry best practices and state regulations have been incorporated in existing/prior legal business outside the City of Grass Valley.
& missing
some lnformation = 5
Much less detalled = 0
10 10
10 *NUG Sc )re with cc rrection 10
Ontnahl{olElm - lnvolvement of the business owners in on site dav-to-dav operation, bv percentage (%), of the business. Percentage is based on expected hours of direct involvement in operations measured against proposed hours of operation (e.9. if owner works 5 hrS.,/day when business is open 10 hrs./day = 50% involvement). >7596=2O
26-75% = 7O
<259/o = 5
5 10
5 *NUG Sc )re with cc rrection 20
- Overall quality and detail of the proposed operating
procedures for ALL aspects of the proposed business, including the extent to which the applicant incorporated industry best practices into the operating procedures. The Applicant should show specific examples of where the practices they included have worked before. [acklng detail & missing
some lnformatlon = 10
Missing substantial
informatlon = 0
*NUG Sc )re with cc rrection 15
ffiffi- Financial plan and/or budget to start-up and operate the business (e.g. business pro forma, cash flow, accounting procedures, etc.). Proposal should provide clear and complete details about the financial position, plan & operating procedures of business lacking deall & missing
Missing substantial
informatlon = 0
15 l0
10 *NUG Sc )re with cc rrection 15
ffi-Demonstrationofaccesstoadequateoperationalcapital
and/or on-going line of credit once business is operational.

Provided?
Yes-10 | No=0 0-10-10 "NUG Sc )re with cc rrection 10

SCREENING APPTICATION

POINT SCORING TABLE
SECTION 1: QUALIFICATIONS OF OWNERS/ OPERATORS
Special business or professional quolifications and experience, or licenses of the owners ond/or operators that would add to the quality of service.

SCORING

CRITERIA
Retall or
Dellvery
Only
Dlspensary
Manufacturer
Testlng
laboratory
Nursery Distribution
Processor*
SECTION 2: BUSINESS PIAN
Sub-Section 24: OPERATIONS
Stondard operoting procedures; finonces; employee training. SCORlNG

CRITERIA
Retail or
Delivery
Only
Disoensarv
Manufacturer
Testing
[aboratory
Nursery Distribution
Processor
15 10
10 rts) "N" = No (0 Points
llGctir YIL/N 5-10-10 *NUG S"br" with c< ,n: 10
ffiffiffi - Standard operating procedures include electronic tracking and storage of required records of sales, delivery manifests, and inventory.

IIeCtir YILIN 5-10-5 *NUG S"br" with cr ,n: 10
trrc - Standard operating procedures include detailed California Cannabis Track-and-Trace (CCTT) procedures as outlined by the State.

Ir€Ctir
!flLlN 5-10-10 *NUG ,"[," with c< ,n: 10
ffiF.standardoperatingproceduresincludeplansand
procedures for ensuring all cannabis products on the premises or held by the applicant have met the testing requirements as defined by the State.

IrBGtir
&dildtEd5ffi.- Qualitv of prooosed emplovee trainins, for example, trainins on differences in products, potency of products, customer service, and/or laws Eoverning "adult use" vs medical use.
tacking detail & missing
some information = 10
Missing substantial lnformation = 0
5-10-10 *NUG ,"1," with c< )n: 15
IIcGtir
Customer Edudon - Quality and detail of plan for educating customers regarding cannabis products, including the ootencv and effects of products, as well as variety.

Bffifiil'$ffi}lg
tacklng detall & missing some
information = 10
Mlssing substantlal information = 0
5-10-10 *NUG ."1," with cc ,n: 15
lr€Ctir
ffiffi- Detail of the key aspects of the marketing strategy that would be generated and incorporated into the marketing plan. The proposed marketing strategy must describe compliance with local regulations related to advertising (e.g. signage, etc.) Provided?
Y=5
N=0
5-5-5 with cc *NUG s"[* )n: 5
The business will further the City Council's goals to support and promote the quality of life, enhance the local community and charm, and help sustain the local economy through a community engagement plan that demonstrates an understanding ofthe community, its values and unique aspects, and how the business will integrate into the communitv. The plan must address:

Awarded on level of detail
compared to other proposals.

Answers each component of the
question, but wlth less detail or
misslng some lnformation = 15
Least complete or faillng to answer
on or more components of the
questlon = 10
Does not address = 0
15-15-10
*NUG Sc )re with cc )n:20

1. How the business olans to create well-oaving. high qualiW iobs with benefits via a share in ownershio, management. or other employment opoortunities.

2. How the business plans to assist organizations in our communiw that provide help to those oersons most harmed bv cannabis criminalization and poverW? (e.e. mobile crisis team. crvstal ridge rehab)

3. How the business plans to work with local non-Drofits and other community groups.

Non-orofits or groups located in Grass Vallev or servinp Grass Valley are preferred.

4. How the business plans to educate the youth in the communiw about the dangers of substance abuse. Such planned outreach mav include local schools and vouth Rroups (e.e. hieh schools, NEO, etc.)
rrecti(
- Detail of procurement plan, such as due diligence
performed prior to executing purchase contracts and quality control of incoming products.

Lacklng detail & missing
some lnformatlon = 10
Mlssing substantial information = 0
1s-l0-10 *NUG Sc )re with cc )n: 15
Y t N: "Y" = Yes L- some level of detail or information community and its dbitity
to se'rue Grass Valley.

SCORING
CRITERlA
Retail or
Dellvery
Only
Dlsoensarv
Manufacturer
TestlnS
laboratory
Nursery Dlstribution
Processor
answ€r
and derivative produd SCOR!NG

CRITERIA
Retail or
Delivery
Only
Disoensarv
Manufacturer TestlnB
Laboratory
Nursery Distribution
Processor
)rrecti
- Quality and detail of a contextual exterior design which reflects the best of the City's architectural traditions, the use of quality materials and the level of investment that can be expected for the architecture, landscaping, signage, lighting, entry experience, parking, etc. The quality will be judged, in pan, by fit within the city (integration into existing urban fabric and architectural landscape).

Design incorporates some elements
of Grass Valley design and
archltecture = 5
Minlmal to no changes to
building design = 0
0-r0-10
*NUG Sc )re with c on: 10
No security enhancements
proposed as part of the design = 0
detail = 5
10-5-10
*NUG Sc cre with c )rrect on: 10
W-Qualityanddetailofapplicant,splantointegrate
security enhancements into the physical design/concept, so as not to be overly noticeable by customers or the public. Applicant should provide details about physical and technological security components as well as crime prevention efforts through environmental and site planning.

Exceedlngly detalled = 10
Lacking detail & missing
some information = 5
Missing substantial information = 0
r0-5-10 *NUG Sc ore with c )rrect on: 10
Describe the proposed ventilation and air purification system, including its demonstrated effectiveness and any geographical nuisance mitigation (should include examples of where a similar system has worked effectively).

SECTION 3: NEIGHBORHOOD COMPATIBILITY & ENHANCEMENT
How the business will fit inta the community and the extent to which proposed operation will enhonce the neighborhood. scoRrN6

CRITERIA
Retail or
Delivery
Only
Dispensarv
Manufacturer Testing
Laboratory Nursery Distribution
Processor
the
and architecture =
measures =
correct
m.Experienceofindividual/firmdesigningthesecurityplan.
lndividual/ firm should be identified, and experience described. lf delivery services are proposed with a retail application, include information on the quality of delivery driver security, safety procedures, and vehicle security, including driver education related to potential hazards and response thereto.

Minimal experience or missing
information = 10
No experience or missing
substantial information = 0
15-10-10
*NUG Sc )re with on: 15
fta*Ei*$CBIE- The City requires the use of background checks in the employee hiring process. Provide detail about level of checks and use of the information obtained. detail & missing
Missing substantial information = 0
15-15-15
"NUG Sc )re with correct on: 15
- Quality of employee safety education plan, including
training regarding product handling, burglary protocols, robbery protocols, and other potential hazards of the cannabis business.

Lacking detail & missing
some information = 10
Missinc substantial information = 0
15-15-15 *NUG Sc Dre with correct on: 15
theft reduction measures, including audits and check in/out.

Quality and extensiveness of employee lacking detail & missing some lnformatlon = 10
Mlsslng substantial lnformation = 0
15-15-10 *NUG Sc cre with correct on: 15
CEtreIEF - Quality and detail of cash management plan, including cash counting/ reconciliation procedures, cash storage, cash transport, deposit into a banking institution (if any), and employee training.
missing
some informatlon = 10
Missing substantial information = 0
't5-15-10 *NUG Sc )re with correct on: 15
Business plan details product access protocols. Product access protocols must include, but are not limited to, a separate check-in area where identification is checked to ensure that only qualified employees gain access to where cannabis products are stored.

Eacedlryly detalled = 15
[acking detail & missing
some informatlon = 10
Missing substantial information = 0
't5,15-10
*NUG Sc cre with correct on: 15
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Qualig of plan for securing product deliveries to the business (i,e. from delivery vehicles to building).
lacking detail & missing
some information = 10
Missing substantial informatlon = 0
15-15-10 *NUG Sc ,re with correct on: 15
Quality of the anticipated security guard plan for the business, of guards, hours, protocols, and day-to-day
Securiw Guards -
including number
procedures/operations.
tacking detail & missing
some lnformation = 10
Missing substantial information = 0
15-15-15 *NUG Sc Dre wath correct on: 15
- Security plan includes video camera surveillance.

Additionally, overall quality of the applicant's plan to use cameras, including number of cameras, locations, resolution, and how long footage is saved and how access is granted by investigative/regulatory agencies
ffiffi
lacking detail & mlsslng
some information = 10
Missing substantial informatlon = 0
15-15-10
*NUG Sc cre with correct on: 15
SECTION 4: SECURITY PLAN
Sale$ ond Security Program
(*Security plans will not be mode public)

SCORING
CRITER!A
Retail or
Dellvery Only
Dlspensary
Manufacturer
Testlng
laboratory
Nursery Distribution
Processor
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Tuesday, June 28, 2022 4:28 PM
Public Comments
Subject: Cannabis
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To whom it may concern,
I believe that Nevada county could really use a woman owned, women ran, in support of womens charities business like the Nevada county flower co, now more than ever!
Plus isn't it a monopoly if some of the same partners are involved in the current dispensary in Nevada city? These are hard working local women business owners who grew up in our community and have nothing but it's best interest in mindl
Thank you for your consideration
Rebecca VanMeter
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1 Dear Honorable Mayor and Council:

My name is Aleta Aplington and I am a resident of Nevada City. Thank you for hearing the agenda item regarding Sierra Flower Co. LLC's appeal of the City's decision on its application for a cannabis retail permit. Please accept this comment in support of allowing two cannabis retail dispensaries in the City of Grass Valley. Specifically, I request the City Council to direct staff to read a broader interpretation of existing Ordinance section 5.60.070(D)(1) and issue a permit to Sierra Flower Co., the second-place applicant.

The City's daytime population is 20,234, more than 5,000 people beyond the threshold the City designated to permit a second cannabis retail dispensary. The City can and should allow two cannabis retail businesses to ensure that consumers have reliable access to cannabis since the daytime population of the City is more than double the threshold established for dispensaries per population.

A second dispensary aligns with the City's Strategic Goal of Economic Development and Vitality by bringing an additional highly taxed business to the City. Since some surrounding cities have not authorized cannabis retail, consumers will travel to Grass Valley to purchase cannabis here if they cannot purchase it in their own cities, further increasing the number of potential customers to be served by Grass Valley retail cannabis dispensaries. Allowing only a single business to operate creates a monopoly. Adding a second retail dispensary license will provide consumers with a choice about where to purchase cannabis, and will support the existing ecosystan of farmers, manufacfurers and distributors in Grass Valley and Nevada County, who need licensed retailers to sell their products.

Allowing Sierra Flower Co. to open a second retail cannabis business, as considered in Ordinance section 5.60.070, will ensure that consumers have a choice about where to purchase cannabis, create a fair market, and support licensed cannabis farmers in Nevada County. Sierra Flower Co. was the second-place applicant and should receive the second cannabis permit. They are a devoted, local business that deserves the support of our community, and the City Council's votes.

Thank you for your time and consideration.

Sincerely,
Aleta Aplington
Dear Honorable Mayor and Council:

A second dispensary aligns with the City's Strategic Goal of Economic Development and Vitality by bringing an additional highly taxed business to the City. Since some surounding cities have not authorized cannabis retail, consumers will travel to Grass Valley to purchase cannabis here if they cannot purchase it in their own cities, further increasing the number of potential customers to be served by Grass Valley retail cannabis dispensaries. Allowing only a single business to operate creates a monopoly. Adding a second retail dispensary license will provide consumers with a choice about where to purchase cannabis, and will support the existing ecosystem of farmers, manufacfurers and distributors in Grass Valley and Nevada County, who need licensed retailers to sell their products.

Thank you for your time and consideration.

Sincerely
Aleta Aplington
Dear Honorable Mayor and Council:

My name is Chris Ribble and I am a resident of Penn Valley. Thank you for hearing the agenda itern regarding Sierra Flower Co. LLC's appeal of the City's decision on its application for a cannabis retail permit. Please accept this comment in support of allowing two cannabis retail dispensaries in the City of Grass Valley. Specifically, I request the City Council to direct staff to read a broader interpretation of existing Ordinance section 5.60.070(D)(l) and issue a permit to Sierra Flower Co., the second-place applicant.

A second dispensary aligns with the City's Strategic Goal of Economic Development and Vitality by bringing an additional highly taxed business to the City. Since some surounding cities have not authorized cannabis retail, consumers will travel to Grass Valley to purchase cannabis here if they cannot purchase it in their own cities, further increasing the number of potential customers to be served by Grass Valley retail cannabis dispensaries. Allowing only a single business to operate creates a monopoly. Adding a second retail dispensary license will provide consumers with a choice about where to purchase cannabis, and will support the existing ecosystem of farmers, manufacturers and distributors in Grass Valley and Nevada County, who need licensed retailers to sell their products.

Thank you for your time and consideration.

Sincerely,
Chris Ribble
Dear Honorable Mayor and Council
My name is Sherri fubble and I am a resident of Penn Valley. Thank you for hearing the agenda item regarding Sierra Flower Co. LLC's appeal of the City's decision on its application for a cannabis retail permit. Please accept this comment in support of allowing two cannabis retail dispensaries in the City of Grass Valley. Specifically, I request the City Council to direct staff to read a broader interpretation of existing Ordinance section 5.60.070(D)(l) and issue a permit to Sierra Flower Co., the second-place applicant.

A second dispensary aligns with the City's Strategic Goal of Economic Development and Vitality by bringing an additional highly taxed business to the City. Since some suffounding cities have not authorized cannabis retail, consumers will travel to Grass Valley to purchase cannabis here if they cannot purchase it in their own cities, further increasing the number of potential customers to be served by Grass Valley retail cannabis dispensaries. Allowing only a single business to operate creates a monopoly. Adding a second retail dispensary license will provide consumers with a choice about where to purchase cannabis, and will support the existing ecosystem of farmers, manufacturers and distributors in Grass Valley and Nevada County, who need licensed retailers to sell their products.

Thank you for your time and consideration.

Sincerely,
Sherri Ribble
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! ,o, don't often get email from [email protected]. Learn why this is important F" My name is Elizabeth Zapata, and I am writing today as a concerned resident of Nevada County.

It is my understanding that the recent application for a second retail cannabis dispensary submitted by Sierra Flower Company has been denied and is currently engaged in the appeals process.

The population of Nevada County is changing. While our area has traditionally been a retirement destination, recently we have welcomed many young families as more and more people discover the magic of the rural, small-town life that can be lived here.

This influx of families makes any population estimates difficult, and renders any previous estimates inaccurate.

According to the estimate used by the City Council in denying the Sierra Flower Co. application, Grass Valley falls short by about 1000 citizens. I submit that with the changing demographics, and fluctuating citizenry, the current population is quickly reaching the benchmark, if it has not surpassed it already. Population estimates should also include the number of tourists visiting Nevada County daily.

Tourism is a major industry in Nevada County. According to The Union newspaper, Nevada County received over 5361 million in total visitor spending in 2018. lf the number of daily tourists is factored in, we are well over the population estimates for a second dispensary.

A second dispensary provides competition, which is good for consumers. A second dispensary increases service, which is good for both tourists and residents. A second dispensary is good for tax revenue. A second dispensary is good for Grass Valley.

Thank you.

Elizabeth Zapata .

Tuesday, June 28, 2022 3::54 PM
Public Comments
Dispensary/Sierra Flower Company
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I would like to thank the City of Grass Valley for their consideration and diligence in the selection process for the first Grass Valley retail license. I look fonrvard to being part of an organization that will be an outstanding community business providing safe products and excellent services to all of its patrons.

Thank you,
Juan R. Garcia, Advisor
Grass Valley Provisions, LLC
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Tuesday, June 28, 20222:42 PM
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Grass Valley Retail License
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Tuesday, June 28, 2022i2:;4 PM
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Subiect: Public Comment - City Council Meeting - June 28th,2022 You don't often get email from [email protected]. Learn why this is important Dear Council Members,
I'd like to thank the City for the privilege to serve this community and its residents. Provisions is dedicated to creating an inclusive and authentic space that exemplifies Grass Valley's heritage and historic significance. We look forward to developing a successful relationship with our city.

Thanks again,
Ryan Haley, CEO
Grass Valley Provisions LLC
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Tuesday, June 28, 20229:43 AM
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Sierra flower co
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Dan and Lori Prinvale residents of Grass Valley would like to state their support of two storefront retail cannibis businesses in Grass Valley.

We are in support of Sierra FlowerCo.

Respectfully submitted by,
Dan and Lori Prinvale
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You don't often get email from [email protected]. Learn why this is important Dear Council:

I acknowledge and sincerely thank the City of Grass Valley for the giant leap forward you are taking in regard to the Wolf Creek Trail. Consent Agenda item 12 puts in motion the purchase of the corner lot on ldahoMaryland Road and Sutton Way. On top of the earlier purchase of 13L Colfax Avenue, this action loudly demonstrates the City's commitment to the trail system.

Senior staff, the Planning Commission, and the City Council should all be applauded for their efforts. ln fact it should be a standing ovation!
For over two decades the corner lot has been identified as the ideal location for a principal trailhead of the Wolf Creek Trail. t even recall speaking with Joe Heckel about it. We look forward to the connection from this new "hub" to downtown and the existing trail downstream of the mining museum.

And from the hub connecting trails can wind through the Loma Rica development now under construction.

Further connections can also be made across Brunswick Road to the Winds Aloft project - currently in planning stages by the Bear Yuba Land Trust.

Bruce Herring
13963 Meadow Dr
Grass Valley, Ca 95945
Member: Wolf Creek Community Alliance Steering Committee Member: Bear Yuba Land Trust Trails Planning Committee
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Tuesday, June 28, 2022 1:11 PM
Public Comments
ConsentAgenda ltem 12
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Mynamei'[andIamaresidentortE.Thankyouforhearingtheagenda item regarding Sierra Flower Co. LLC's appeal of the City's decision on its application for a cannabis retail permit. Please accept this comment in support of allowing two cannabis retail dispensaries in the City of Grass Valley. Specifically, I request the City Council to direct staff to read a broader interpretation of existing Ordinance section 5.60.070(D)(l) and issue a permit to Sierra Flower Co., the second-place applicant.

A second dispensary aligns with the City's Strategic Goal of Economic Development and Vitality by bringing an additional highly taxed business to the City. Since some surrounding cities have not authorized cannabis retail, consumers will travel to Grass Valley to purchase cannabis here if they cannot purchase it in their own cities, further increasing the number of potential customers to be served by Grass Valley retail cannabis dispensaries. Allowing only a single business to operate creates a monopoly. Adding a second retail dispensary license will provide consumers with a choice about where to purchase cannabis, and will support the existing ecosystem of farmers, manufacturers and distributors in Grass Valley and Nevada County, who need licensed retailers to sell their products.

Thank you for your time and consideration.

Sincerely,
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Dear Honorable Mayor and Council:

Mynamei'EandIamaresidentortffi].Thankyouforhearingtheagenda item regarding Sierra Flower Co. LLC's appeal of the City's decision on its application for a cannabis retail permit. Please accept this comment in support of allowing two cannabis retail dispensaries in the City of Grass Valley. Specifically, I request the City Council to direct staff to read a broader interpretation of existing Ordinance section 5.60.070(D)(l) and issue a permit to Sierra Flower Co., the second-place applicant.

A second dispensary aligns with the City's Strategic Goal of Economic Development and Vitality by bringing an additional highly taxed business to the City. Since some surrounding cities have not authorized cannabis retail, consumers will travel to Grass Valley to purchase cannabis here if they cannot purchase it in their own cities, further increasing the number of potential customers to be served by Grass Valley retail cannabis dispensaries. Allowing only a single business to operate creates a monopoly. Adding a second retail dispensary license will provide consumers with a choice about where to purchase cannabis, and will support the existing ecosystem of farmers, manufacturers and distributors in Grass Valley and Nevada County, who need licensed retailers to sell their products.

Thank you for your time and consideration.

Sincerely,
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Dear Honorable Mayor and Council:

A second dispensary aligns with the City's Strategic Goal of Economic Development and Vitality by bringing an additional highly taxed business to the City. Since some surrounding cities have not authorized cannabis retail, consumers will travel to Grass Valley to purchase cannabis here if they cannot purchase it in their own cities, further increasing the number of potential customers to be served by Grass Valley retail cannabis dispensaries. Allowing only a single business to operate creates a monopoly. Adding a second retail dispensary license will provide consumers with a choice about where to purchase cannabis, and will support the existing ecosystem of farmers, manufacturers and distributors in Grass Valley and Nevada County, who need licensed retailers to sell their products.

Thank you for your time and consideration.

Sincerely,
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Tuesday, June 28, 2022 4:39 PM
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Cannabis
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My name is Kimberly Kirk-Riley. I have lived in Grass Valley for over 32 years and work with numerous organizations in Nevada County.

The reason for my email is to show my total support for Sierra Flowers and to have two retail cannabis storefronts in Grass Valley. I feel that giving the community only one option is limiting our residents.

Thank you for your time and consideration
Respectfully,
Kimberly Kirk-Riley
1 Dear Honorable Mayor and Council:

My name is[am I am a resident ortEE]. Thank you for hearing the agenda item regarding Sierra Flower Co. LLC's appeal of the City's decision on its application for a cannabis retail permit. Please accept this comment in support of allowing two cannabis retail dispensaries in the City of Grass Valley. Specifically, I request the City Council to direct staff to read a broader interpretation of existing Ordinance section 5.60.070(D)(1) and issue a permit to Sierra Flower Co., the second-place applicant.

A second dispensary aligns with the City's Strategic Goal of Economic Development and Vitality by bringing an additional highly taxed business to the City. Since some surrounding cities have not authorized cannabis retail, consumers will travel to Grass Valley to purchase cannabis here if they cannot purchase it in their own cities, further increasing the number of potential customers to be served by Grass Valley retail cannabis dispensaries. Allowing only a single business to operate creates a monopoly. Adding a second retail dispensary license will provide consumers with a choice about where to purchase cannabis, and will support the existing ecosystem of farmers, manufacturers and distributors in Grass Valley and Nevada County, who need licensed retailers to sell their products.

Thank you for your time and consideration.

Sincerely,
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Good evening, Council and staff:

My name is Pamela Epstein and I am General Counsel and Chief Regulatory and Licensing Officer at Eden Enterprises, Inc., and President of the Califomia Cannabis Industry Association. Please accept this comment in support of allowing two cannabis retail dispensaries in the City of Grass Valley. Specifically, I would like to urge City Council to direct staffto read a broader interpretation of existing Ordinance 5.60.070 and issue a permit to Sierra Flower Co., the second-place applicant.

In the State of California, fewerthan 40 percent ofjurisdictions license commercialcannabis retail activity. This means that consumers are underserved. When people do not have access to licensed, tested cannabis, they turn to the illicit market. Equally as important, consumers deserve a choice regarding where to purchase cannabis.

A second dispensary aligns with the City's Strategic Goal of Economic Development and Vitality by bringing an additional highly taxed business to the City. Since some surrounding cities have not authorized cannabis retail, consumers will travel to Grass Valley to purchase cannabis here if they cannot purchase it in their own cities, further increasing the number of potential customers to be served by Grass Valley retail cannabis dispensaries. Allowing only a single business to operate creates a monopoly. Adding a second retail dispensary license will provide consumers with a choice about where to purchase cannabis, and will support the existing ecosystem of farmers, manufacturers and distributors in Grass Valley and Nevada County, who need licensed retailers to sell their products.

Finally, the City of Grass Valley's daytime population is20,234, more than 5,000 people beyond the threshold the City designated to permit a second cannabis retail dispensary. The City can and should allow two cannabis retail businesses to ensure that consumers have reliable access to cannabis since the daytime population of the City is more than double the threshold established for dispensaries per population.

Allowing Sierra Flower Co. to open a second retail cannabis business, as considered in the Ordinance, will ensure that consumers have a choice about where to purchase cannabis, create a fair market, and support licensed cannabis farmers in Nevada County. This second retail dispensary is contemplated within the existing Ordinance. I urge you to please direct staff to interpret the existing Ordinance to allow for two cannabis retail dispensaries.

Thank you for your time and consideration.

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General Counsel, Chief Regulatory and Licensing Officer, Eden Enterprises, Inc.

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Dear Honorable Mayor and Council:

My name ir f and I am a resident or tf]. Thank you for hearing the agenda item regarding Sierra Flower Co. LLC's appeal of the City's decision on its application for a cannabis retail permit. Please accept this comment in support of allowing two cannabis retail dispensaries in the City of Grass Valley. Specifically, I request the City Council to direct staffto read a broader interpretation of existing Ordinance section 5.60.070(D)(l) and issue a permit to Sierra Flower Co., the second-place applicant.

A second dispensary aligns with the City's Strategic Goal of Economic Development and Vitality by bringing an additional highly taxed business to the City. Since some surrounding cities have not authorized cannabis retail, consumers will travel to Grass Valley to purchase cannabis here if they cannot purchase it in their own cities, further increasing the number of potential customers to be served by Grass Valley retail cannabis dispensaries. Allowing only a single business to operate creates a monopoly. Adding a second retail dispensary license will provide consumers with a choice about where to purchase cannabis, and will support the existing ecosystem of farmers, manufacturers and distributors in Grass Valley and Nevada County, who need licensed retailers to sell their products.

Allowing Sierra Flower Co. to open a second retail cannabis business, as considered in Ordinance section 5.60.070, will ensure that consumers have a choice about where to purchase cannabis, create a falr market, and support licensed cannabis farmers in Nevada County. Sierra Flower Co. was the second-place applicant and should receive the second cannabis permit. They are a devoted, local business that deserves the support of our community, and the City Council's votes.

Thank you for your time and consideration.

Sincerely,
Lucy McAny
Dear Honorable Mayor and Council:

My name is Amelya Gross and I am a resident of Grass Valley. Thank you for hearing the agenda item regarding Sierra Flower Co. LLC's appeal of the City's decision on its application for a cannabis retail permit. Please accept this comment in support of allowing two cannabis retail dispensaries in the City of Grass Valley. Specifically, I request the City Council to direct staff to read a broader interpretation of existing Ordinance section 5.60.070(DX1) and issue a permit to Sierra Flower Co., the second-place applicant.

A second dispensary aligns with the City's Strategic Goal of Economic Development and Vitality by bringing an additional highly taxed business to the City. Since some surrounding cities have not authorized cannabis retail, consumers will travel to Grass Valley to purchase cannabis here if they cannot purchase it in their own cities, further increasing the number of potential customers to be served by Grass Valley retail cannabis dispensaries. Allowing only a single business to operate creates a monopoly. Adding a second retail dispensary license will provide consumers with a choice about where to purchase cannabis, and will support the existing ecosystem of farmers, manufacturers and distributors in Grass Valley and Nevada County, who need licensed retailers to sell their products.

Thank you for your time and consideration.

Sincerely
Amelya Gross
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Dear Mayor and Council:

My name is Eric Brandstad and I am a resident of Grass Valley. Thank you for hearing the agenda item regarding Sierra Flower Co. LLC's appeal of the City's decision on its application for a cannabis retail permit. Please accept this comment in support of allowing two cannabis retail dispensaries in the City of Grass Valley. Specifically, I request the City Council to direct staff to read a broader interpretation of existing Ordinance section 5.60.070(DX 1 ) and issue a permit to Siena Flower Co., the second-place applicant.

The City's daytime population is20,234, more than 5,000 people beyond the threshold the City designated to permit a second cannabis retail dispensary. The City can and should allow two cannabis retail businesses to ensure that consumers have reliable access to cannabis since the daytime population of the City is more than double the threshold established for dispensaries per population.

A second dispensary aligns with the City's Strategic Goal of Economic Development and Vitality by bringing an additional highly taxed business to the City. Since some sunounding cities have not authorized cannabis retail, consumers will travel to Grass Valley to purchase cannabis here if they cannot purchase it in their own cities, further increasing the number of potential customers to be served by Grass Valley retail cannabis dispensaries. Allowing only a single business to operate creates a monopoly. Adding a second retail dispensary license will provide consumers with a choice about where to purchase cannabis, and will support the existing ecosystem of farmers, manufacturers and distributors in Grass Valley and Nevada County, who need licensed retailers to sell their products.

Allowing Siena Flower Co. to open a second retail cannabis business, as considered in Ordinance section 5.60.070, will ensure that consumers have a choice about where to purchase cannabis, create a fair market, and support licensed cannabis farmers in Nevada County. Siena Flower Co. was the second-place applicant and should receive the second cannabis permit. They are a devoted, Iocal business that deserves the support of our community, and the City Council's votes.

Thank you for your time and consideration.

Sincerely,
Eric Brandstad
Bridget Brandstad
Tuesday, June 28, 20224:16PM
Public Comments
Cannabis dispensary
1 Dear Mayor and Council:

My name is Bridget Brandstad and I am a resident of Grass Valley. Thank you for hearing the agenda item regarding Sierra Flower Co. LLC's appeal of the City's decision on its application for a cannabis retail permit. Please accept this comment in support of allowing two cannabis retail dispensaries in the City of Grass Valley. Specifically, I request the City Council to direct staff to read a broader interpretation of existing Ordinance section 5.60.070(D)(l) and issue a permit to Sierra Flower Co., the second-place applicant.

The City's daytime population is20,234, more than 5,000 people beyond the threshold the City designated to permit a second cannabis retail dispensary. The City can and should allow two cannabis retail businesses to ensure that consumers have reliable access to cannabis since the daytime population of the City is more than double the threshold established for dispensaries per population.

A second dispensary aligns with the City's Strategic Goal of Economic Development and Vitality by bringing an additional highly taxed business to the City. Since some surrounding cities have not authorized cannabis retail, consumers will travel to Grass Valley to purchase cannabis here if they cannot purchase it in their own cities, further increasing the number of potential customers to be served by Grass Valley retail cannabis dispensaries. Allowing only a single business to operate creates a monopoly. Adding a second retail dispensary license will provide consumers with a choice about where to purchase cannabis, and will support the existing ecosystem of farmers, manufacturers and distributors in Grass Valley and Nevada County, who need licensed retailers to sell their products.

Thank you for your time and consideration.

Sincerely,
Bridget Brandstad
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Wade Laughter .

Tuesday, June 28, 2022 4:03 PM
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Re: 6.28.22 GV City Council Agenda item #21: Cannabis Selection Appeals of Sierra Flower Co. LLC and NUG, lnc., d.b.a. NUG Grass Valley regarding storefront retail commercial cannabis permit selection
You don't often get email from [email protected]. Learn why this is important Dear Honorable Judge Dover and Grass Valley City Council members; My name is Wade Laughter, and I am the founder of House of Harlequin, an education and advocacy platform dedicated to cannabis education. My company's partners and I were enthusiastic to join the Grass Valley Provisions LLP group because it represents our local heritage in the community and in the cannabis community. GVP, LLC has the unique combination of industry and legal expertise combined with compassion that inspired us to join GVP, LLC.

We wish to thank Judge Dover for your care in reviewing the positions of the appellant applicants with diligence and objectivity. We also want to thank the City Council for enacting the cannabis ordinance for Grass Valley and for considering whether to accept Judge Dover's recommendation. We understand that the undertaking is time consuming and challenging but consider the effort important for all involved and we are grateful for all your efforts to address any concerns called out in the appeals process.

With respect and gratitude,
Wade Laughter
Founder and Director
House of Harlequin
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Tuesday, June 28, 20223:49PM
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Public Comment6/28/22
E yo, don't often get email from [email protected]. Learn why this is important EAs the Project Manager for Grass Valley Provisions the opportunity to participate in the growth of the cannabis industry here has been an exciting experience and I am grateful to be a part of our community effort to provide safe access to cannabis.

No cannabis program is without bumps along the way to success, but the City and its employees who I have interacted with during this process have been gracious and patient in navigating these new horizons together.

I look forward to continued successful collaboration with the City, and appreciate all of the efforts of our community toward together building a strong, safe, and effective licensed cannabis industry here in Grass Valley.

Thank you,
Emily Porter
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Huck lngram
Tuesday, June 28, 20223:10 PM
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Subiect: Provisions Thank You
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I Vo, don't often get email from [email protected]. Learn why this is important FThank You City Council. As advisor, counsel, and financial interest holder I want to sincerely thank you for the time and energy you've put into the Grass Valley selection process, and I look forward to assisting the City of Grass Valley in facilitating a successful, compliant, and respectful cannabis retail store front.

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Christopher Corin
Tuesday, June 28, 20222:04 PM
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Cannabis
You don't often get email from [email protected]. Learn why this is important sentfrom my iphone Dear Honorable Mayor and Council:

My name is Christopher Corin and I am a resident of Grass Valley. Thank you for hearing the agenda item regarding Siena Flower Co. LLC's appeal of the City's decision on its application for a cannabis retail permit. Please accept this comment in support of allowing two cannabis retail dispensaries in the City of Grass Valley. Specifically, I request the City Council to direct staff to read a broader interpretation of existing Ordinance section 5.60.070(D)(1) and issue a permit to Sierra Flower Co., the second-place applicant.

A second dispensary aligns with the City's Strategic Goal of Economic Development and Vitality by bringing an additional highly taxed business to the City. Since some surrounding cities have not authorized cannabis retail, consumers will travel to Grass Valley to purchase cannabis here if they cannot purchase it in their own cities, further increasing the number of potential customers to be served by Grass Valley retail cannabis dispensaries. Allowing only a single business to operate creates a monopoly. Adding a second retail dispensary license willprovide consumers with a choice about where to purchase cannabis, and will support the existing ecosystem of farmers, manufacturers and distributors in Grass Valley and Nevada County, who need licensed retailers to sell their products.

Allowing Sierra Flower Co. to open a second retail cannabis business, as considered in Ordinance section 5.60.070, will ensure that consumers have a choice about where to purchase cannabis, create a fail. market, and support licensed cannabis farmers in Nevada County. Sierra Flower Co. was the second-place applicant and should receive the second cannabis permit. They are a devoted, local business that deserves the support of our community, and the City Council's votes.

Thank you for your time and consideration.
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Nell Esterhazy Scannon
Monday, June 27, 2022 3:25 PM
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Support of 2 Storefront Cannabis Businesses
You don't often get email from [email protected]. Learn why this is important To Grass Valley City Clerk,
My name is NellScannon and lam a resident of GrassValley, and grew up here. lam in support of 2 storefront retail cannabis businesses because I firmly believe that not only our community can support them, but giving one business a monopoly in our large community gives them too much power over cannabis retail prices.

Sierra Flower Co has my full support and is owned by hard working women who have lived in the community their whole lives, are upstanding and outstanding business owners, and are in the cannabis business to offervital resources to the people of Grass Valley.

Thank you,
NellScannon
15630 Mount Olive Road
GV
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Monday, June 27,2022 1:SO PU
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Public Comment - Storefront Retail Cannabis Permit Hearing You don't often get email from [email protected]. Learn why this is important I want to express my strong support in favor of Grass Valley Provisions LLC receiving the opportunity to apply for the City of Grass Valley's storefront retail cannabis permit. Safe and licensed access to cannabis and cannabis products within the community of Grass Valley is a valuable resource that is important to the growth of our city and is a responsibility that Grass Valley Provisions LLC will handle with the utmost care.

Additionally, I would like to thank the members of the City Council for their time and consideration throughout this application process, and to express my gratitude towards Judge Dover for his diligence in the process of appeals. I am excited for what the future holds for our City!
Sincerely,
Blake Heauser
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Belinda Carville < [email protected] >
Monday, June 27,2022 11:35 AM
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Subiect: Cannibis Sales
You don't often get email from [email protected]. Learn why this is important Belinda Rush Carville
Nevada County resident and business person
V'TAE Parfum and Body Care
South Yuba Club
I support two retail storefronts for cannabis businesses. lt is very important to have competition and competitive pricing and choice.

I support Sierra Flower Co. and its owners and business ethic.

Please contact me with me details if you desire.
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