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Cannabis retail rollout and city revenue

Summary

Riverside is rolling out up to seven storefront cannabis dispensaries, one per ward. Two are open and six are targeted by end of summer, but revenue figures can't be shared until at least two stores operate — a key number since this program was referred to the budget commission for its revenue implications.

At a glance

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Last discussed Jul 9, 2026.

Impact analysis

💰Financial impact

14 jobs so far from the first store, with revenue projections to come once two stores are open; permit fees cover city costs without Measure Z funds.

✅Who benefits

Residents get new retail options and city revenue potential, plus new local jobs as stores open.

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