The North Bonneville Public Development Authority (NBPDA) announced the opening of The Cannabis Corner, the nation’s first government owned and operated recreational marijuana store on March 7.
Operating under Washington’s marijuana law, I-502, and licensed by the Washington State Liquor Control Board, The Cannabis Corner sells a wide variety of marijuana, marijuana-infused edibles and liquids, and related glass paraphernalia. The NBPDA will use the revenues from the store to support public safety within the city of North Bonneville.
North Bonneville Mayor Don Stevens says, “The city formed the NBPDA to ensure that marijuana sales are done in a way that maximizes the benefits to our community while minimizing any negative consequences.” While the city looks to benefit from the endeavor, he says “the revenues will certainly be helpful, but our first priority is public safety.”
Noting that the PDA regularly sends representatives to Skamania County’s drug prevention committee, Board President Tim Dudley expressed his desire for the NBPDA to be, “a strong proponent for responsible use of marijuana through education of our customers and an alliance with drug treatment efforts.”
Mr. Dudley went on to explain that “the NBPDA is an entirely separate legal entity from the city,” but that “it can serve as a model for other cities in Oregon and Washington who want to take control of the debate and situation rather than sitting on the sidelines.”
The store will be open seven days each week, from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.
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