Cannabis Policy and Permit Expansion

Spoke on behalf of Harborside, highlighting their decade-long community service, tax contributions, local employment, and safety record, urging the council to update zoning maps and provide fair expansion opportunities.

Shared personal career growth working at Harborside starting from a temporary worker to store manager, emphasizing the company's commitment to employee advancement and community productivity.

Spoke as Vice President of Corporate Development for Statehouse, noting that real estate searches are hindered by outdated cannabis setbacks and urging the council to adopt staff recommendations to update zoning maps and setback flexibility.

Noted the ongoing delays in addressing staff recommendations, emphasized consensus on six total licenses, and urged fairness for long-term operators like Harborside to serve underserved areas of the city.