Socially Equitable Cannabis Program

Urged the county to reject cannabis expansion in rural areas, citing public health and wildfire risks.

Raised concerns about cannabis commercialization and the impact of high-THC products on youth.

Spoke as vice chair of the San Diego Planning Group opposing cannabis expansion in unincorporated areas.

Bonsall Planning Group chair and school board president urged the board to select the no-project alternative.

Expressed ongoing health and safety concerns regarding industrial toxicity near her home since 1984.

Criticized board policies regarding immigration and public display rules while advocating for crime tracking.

Argued against equity policies that prioritize ideological group identity over individual rights, citing social cohesion concerns.

Asked the board to closely examine child welfare and family reunification standards concerning local foster cases.

Criticized county animal shelter management and conditions regarding animal welfare on Artesian Road.

Spoke in strong support of Option A, highlighting economic benefits, job creation, and safety through regulated cannabis markets.

Supported Option A as a practical land use policy aligned with state standards and workable zoning rules.

Advocated for Measure A and cannabis equity to bring funding and recreational resources to underserved communities like Mount Hope.

Expressed support for Option A, noting medical benefits of cannabis for seniors and individuals with disabilities in Spring Valley.

Supported Option A and community safety improvements.

Represented Americans for Safe Access in supporting Option A to ensure adequate medical patient access.

Supported Option A, highlighting the need for regulated consumption lounges for residents who cannot consume at home.

Urged the board to continue developing the SECP and community benefit grants, supporting Option A for fair access.

Supported Option A, stating it fits rural and semi-rural land use contexts better than restrictive urban rules.

Supported Option A, noting that state buffer standards are fair and help mitigate illicit drug markets.

Advocated for fair regulatory treatment of cannabis compared to alcohol and other adult industries.

Spoke as Fallbrook Planning Group Chair in opposition to the cannabis program, citing negative PEIR findings.

Highlighted odor, water, and infrastructure concerns in Fallbrook, urging rejection or strict limits.

Raised concerns about groundwater depletion, light pollution, and wildlife disruption in unincorporated communities.

Discussed federal rescheduling of THC to Schedule 3 and animal welfare risks associated with toxic cannabis exposure.

Expressed Valley Center Planning Group opposition, citing significant and unavoidable PEIR impacts on rural character.

Spoke as a retired sheriff's deputy and planning group member opposing expansion and noting rural enforcement challenges.

Spoke as Bonsall Community Sponsor Group Chair and school board president opposing industrial cannabis near schools.