Local law enforcement and government officials are rejoicing in the defeat of Proposition 19, especially since it means no changes in regulation or enforcement. Voters deciding they do not want to legalize marijuana is a very positive thing for the state, Red Bluff Police Chief Paul Nanfito said. I'm very pleased, Nanfito said. I think it's the right decision. The rejection of the proposition will allow police to continue to enforce marijuana laws that are already in the books instead of having to create an additional set of regulation based on vague guidelines, Nanfito said. [continues 532 words]
Despite questions of whether it is appropriate for the Red Bluff City Council to take a stand on a state proposition that will be decided by voters, the council has decided to oppose Proposition 19. The measure, if passed, would legalize marijuana for personal and recreational use and allow for some commercial-related activities under certain conditions. During Tuesday's council meeting, retired El Cerrito Police Chief Scott Kirkland, who has served on the California Police Chiefs Association's medical marijuana dispensary task force, was invited to speak in opposition of the measure. [continues 731 words]
Proposition 19, which aims to legalize marijuana, will be discussed in detail at the Red Bluff City Council meeting Tuesday with advocates for and against presenting. The council will decide if it wants to adopt a resolution in support or opposition of Proposition 19. The meeting has been moved to the Red Bluff Community and Senior Center, 1500 S. Jackson St., due to anticipated high attendance. A representative from the Yes on 19 campaign has been invited to speak, although the attendance has not been confirmed. Retired El Cerrito Police Chief Scott Kirkland will speak in opposition of the measure. [continues 127 words]
A court has found the owners of a short-lived Red Bluff cannabis collective to be in violation of city codes for unlawful occupancy and unlawful land use. Lana Louise Aguiar, 53, and Ashley Aleene Arnold, 25, both of Red Bluff, continued to operate the collective despite being advised by Red Bluff Police and city staff that their business was in violation of city ordinances. Citations were issued on Oct. 22, 26 and 28 and Nov. 3, according to a department press release. [continues 180 words]
A crowd of more than 150 medical marijuana patients gathered Tuesday night to voice their opinions after Red Bluff implemented a temporary ban on medical marijuana. Patients have a message for the City Council and staff: They are here. They are not going away. They need to be respected like everyone else in the community. The crowd at the Mother Earth Medicine membership hall erupted in cheers and applause when attorney James Silva of Oakland thanked them for showing up to support the cause. He spoke to the crowd via speaker phone. [continues 463 words]
