Marijuana Ordinance Delayed To Dec. 5 Council Meeting

BENICIA, CA -- An ordinance that would regulate the use of cannabis has been delayed to a future City Council meeting, it was announced Tuesday afternoon.

The item, which was originally scheduled to be discussed at Tuesday's City Council meeting, was delayed because of the potential conflict of interests involving three elected officials.

"Three of the City Council members have potential conflicts created by the location of their residence and/or business properties that would prevent them from participating in the discussion and voting on this agenda item," the announcement read.

The city is expected to receive advice from the state Fair Political Practices Commission, which will determine whether the Council members can participate in the discussion or vote of the item.

The City Council is expected to discuss the cannabis regulations at the Dec. 5 meeting.

City leaders directed staff to prepare ordinances to allow cannabis uses in Benicia following the passage of Proposition 64 legalizing cannabis-related uses.

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