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HomeMy WebLinkAbout05/17/2016 07 Recreational and Medical Marijuana Facilities and Uses - Lift of Ban within the City of YakimaBUSINESS OF THE CITY COUNCIL YAKIMA, WASHINGTON AGENDASTATEMENT Item No. 7. For Meeting of: May 17, 2016 ITEM TITLE: Resolution declaring intent to lift ban on recreational and medical marijuana production, processing and retailing, and directing Planning Commission to develop land use regulations pertaining to locations and regulation of such uses SUBMITTED BY: Mark Kunkler, Acting City Attorney SUMMARY EXPLANATION: On February 2, 2016, the City Council approved a motion directing staff to prepare a resolution regarding lifting the current ban on recreational and medical marijuana facilities within the City of Yakima. At the Council meeting on February 16, 2016, the City Council deferred consideration of the resolution until its regular meeting of May 17, 2016. Attached is a Resolution that (a) states the intention of the City Council to initiate elimination of the ban as set forth in YMC 15.01.035, and (b) directs the Planning Commission to develop land use regulations pertaining to the location and appropriate zoning district(s) for such facilities, and in accordance with specific direction for the City Council. In this regard, there are certain elements for which staff and the Planning Commission will benefit from such guidance: Cooperatives. Medical marijuana cooperatives will be allowable uses effective July 1, 2016. A cooperative consists of a group of up to four qualified patients and /or designated providers that have joined together to grow and process marijuana (up to 60 plants), to be used for the medical needs of the participants. A cooperative would be certified by the state, and cannot be located closer than one mile to a marijuana retailer, and must be located "in the domicile" of one of the members. The law allows a city to prohibit such uses within the city. Does the City Council want to allow cooperatives? If so, should such be limited to any particular zoning district or districts (i.e., M -1, M -2 Industrial Zones)? Ask the Planning Commission for a recommendation on such uses and locations? Buffers. State law provides that no licensed marijuana facility shall be located within 1,000 feet of the perimeter of the grounds of any elementary or secondary school, playground, recreation center or facility, child care center, public park, public transit center, or library, or any game arcade admission to which is not restricted to persons aged twenty -one years or older. A city may "reduce" the buffer to 100 feet for locations near a recreation center or facility, child care center, public park, public transit center, or library, or any game arcade admission to which is not restricted to persons aged twenty -one years or older. (The 1,000 foot buffer must be maintained for elementary and secondary schools and playgrounds.) Residential Zone Buffering. Would the City Council like to see a "buffer' or proximity limitation imposed for locating a marijuana establishment near residentially zoned districts? Establish a Zoning Overlay[? It is possible to identify a defined area or corridor where a marijuana facility can be permitted. For other uses, the City has designated a corridor along 1 st Street for location of such uses. (For adult entertainment uses, we established this corridor coupled with specified proximity limitations to buffer protected areas.) The Liquor and Cannabis Board has allocated up to five marijuana retail licenses for the City of Yakima. There are no limitations as to the number of marijuana producers or processors that can be located in the city. Likewise, there is no limit on the number of cooperatives that can be located in a city — other than limitations that require that no cooperative can be sited within one mile of a licensed marijuana retailer. ITEM BUDGETED: STRATEGIC PRIORITY: Neighborhood and Community Building APPROVED FOR SUBMITTAL: Interim City Manager STAFF RECOMMENDATION: For Council review. BOARD /COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION: ATTACHMENTS: Description Upload Date Type D Resolution-Lifting Marijuana Ban 51912016 Resolution RESOLUTION NO. R -2016- A RESOLUTION declaring intent to lift ban on recreational and medical marijuana facilities and uses within the City of Yakima; directing the Yakima Planning Commission to prepare recommended land use and zoning regulations governing such uses, and to present a recommendation therefor to the City Council. WHEREAS, the City Council has previously adopted Ordinance No. 2012 -03 banning marijuana dispensaries and collective gardens within the City of Yakima, and has previously adopted Ordinance No. 2014 -001 banning recreational marijuana production, processing and retailing within the City of Yakima, both ordinances being codified at YMC 15.01.035 as follows: 15.01.035 Illegal uses prohibited. A. General. No use that is illegal under local, state or federal law shall be allowed in any zone within the city. B. Specific Application — Medical Marijuana Dispensaries and Collective Gardens. Until such time that this code is amended to provide specific provisions and land use controls allowing and regulating dispensaries of cannabis and /or collective gardens for the production, distribution and dispensing of cannabis for medical uses, all as further defined and set forth in Chapter 69.51A RCW and E2SSB 5073, Laws of 2011 of the State of Washington, such uses are not allowed in any zone within the city. For purposes of this section, "dispensary" means any person, entity, site, location, facility, business, cooperative or collective, whether for profit or not for profit, that distributes, sells, dispenses, transmits, packages, measures, labels, selects, processes, delivers, exchanges or gives away cannabis for medicinal or other purposes. C. Production, Processing and Retailing of Marijuana Prohibited. Until such time that this code is amended to provide specific provisions and land use controls allowing and regulating production, processing, retail sale and retail outlets for the sale of marijuana and marijuana- infused products, all as defined in Initiative Measure No. 502, as codified in the Revised Code of Washington, and implementing regulations in Chapter 314 -55 WAC, as now existing or hereafter amended, such uses are each prohibited and not allowed in any zone within the city. (Ord. 2014 -001 § 2, 2014: Ord. 2012 -03 § 2, 2012); and WHEREAS, the City Council, having considered files and records herein and the findings of fact, conclusions of law and recommendations presented by the Yakima Planning Commission and the City Council in support of the ordinances codified at YMC 15.01.035; and the City Council having considered recent legislation enacted by the state legislature and Governor in SB 5052 and 2E2SHB 2136 ( "HB 2136 ") pertaining to the recreational and medical use of marijuana; and WHEREAS, the City Council finds and concludes that the state legislative enactments described above have addressed regulatory concerns regarding the administration of licensing for recreational and medical marijuana uses, and that such enactments have created changed circumstances justifying a reversal of the ban on recreational and medical marijuana facilities within the City of Yakima; and WHEREAS, the City Council further finds and determines that existing land use and zoning codes of the City of Yakima do not adequately address or regulate the production, processing and retailing of recreational and medical marijuana, and do not adequately provide for appropriate designation of zoning districts within the City that may accommodate such uses; and WHEREAS, the City Council finds and determines that it is necessary and appropriate to state its intention to lift the ban on recreational and medical marijuana facilities within the City of Yakima, and to further direct appropriate City staff and the Yakima Planning Commission to develop a recommended land use and zoning regulation for the location and conduct of recreational and medical marijuana facilities, to conduct appropriate and necessary studies and hearings on such proposed regulations, all in accordance with any specific direction provided by the City Council, and to present a recommendation thereof to the City Council for its deliberation and consideration; and WHEREAS, the City Council finds and determines that such action is in the best interests of residents of the City of Yakima and will promote the general health, safety and welfare; now, therefore BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF YAKIMA: Section 1. The City Council hereby states its intention and direction to eliminate the ban on the production, processing and retailing of recreational and medical marijuana, which ban is currently set forth in YMC 15.01.035, and reserving final action thereon until after completion of the procedures set forth in Section 2 below. Section 2. The City Manager and appropriate staff designated by the City Manager, and the Yakima Planning Commission are hereby directed to develop comprehensive zoning and land use regulations regulating the location of recreational and medical marijuana uses and facilities, including but not limited to, whether such uses should be limited to specific zoning districts, whether additional or reduced distance limitations should be imposed as part of such regulation, and whether medical marijuana cooperatives should be allowed in any zoning district; to hold and conduct meetings, study sessions and public hearing(s) to receive evidence and testimony from the public and interested parties regarding such proposed regulation; and to make recommendations regarding such proposed regulations to the City Council. Section 3. It is the intention of the City Council that the provisions set forth in YMC 15.01.035 shall remain in effect unless and until modified, amended or repealed by Ordinance adopted by the City Council; now, therefore ADOPTED BY THE CITY COUNCIL this 17th day of May, 2016. ATTEST: Avina Gutierrez, Mayor Sonya Claar Tee, City Clerk Marijuana,,Addiction Effects and Signs I Phoenix House http: / /www.phoenixhouse.org /drug - addiction -in fo //marijuana. Distributed at the4 i Meeting �-I I -1(0 DR os of Marijuana wo U ABUSE Effects of Marijuana Abuse Adderall, Meth, and clients, marijuana use has disrupted their lives and families and affected their motivation, Other Stimulants Marijuana, also known as pot or weed, is the most common illicit drug used in the United Spice (Synthetic States. While many believe it is not addictive, research shows that about one in six people Alcohol who start using marijuana in their teens, and 25 to 50 percent of those who use it every Synthetics (Bath Salts, day, become addicted. Long -term marijuana users trying to quit report withdrawal Club Drugs (GHB, symptoms including irritability, sleeplessness, decreased appetite, anxiety, and drug Ketamine, and craving, all of which can make it difficult to abstain. Rohypnol) of the white matter that brain cells need to communicate with each other, thus hampering Cocaine 25 to 50 percent of people who smoke marijuana every day become addicted. Marijuana MDMA (Molly and Ecstasy) Opioids. Heroin and Pot is a problem for some of the adults and almost all the adolescents we treat. For these Prescription Painkillers clients, marijuana use has disrupted their lives and families and affected their motivation, memory, schoolwork or careers. It can also damage the heart and lungs, increase the Spice (Synthetic incidence of anxiety and depression, and trigger psychotic episodes. Marijuana) Synthetics (Bath Salts, Special Problems for Teens Flakka, 241- NBOMe, Marijuana impairs learning, judgment, and memory, all vital attributes for adolescents It Synthetic Marijuana) can do lasting harm to the still- developing adolescent brain, disrupting normal development of the white matter that brain cells need to communicate with each other, thus hampering the user's ability to reason. Most recently, researchers have found marijuana responsible for long -term changes in "working memory," the brain structures critical to the ready recall of basic information, like telephone numbers, and to the solutions of everyday problems. It is likely that most teens will try smoking marijuana at some point in their adolescent years. If they are cautious and marijuana use does not become habitual, parents are unlikely to become aware of it. Signs that Someone Needs Treatment for Marijuana Use Here are questions to ask if you're concerned that someone in your life —teen or 1 of 3 5/15/2016 5.21 PM MarijuankAddiction Effects and Signs I Phoenix House adult —may have a problem with marijuana. http: / /www.phoenixhouse.org /drug - addiction- info /marijuana. Has marijuana use affected their motivation, memory, ability to concentrate, or their school or work performance? Have they lost interest in hobbies or activities they used to enjoy? Have other people noticed changes in their behavior? Do you feel like their marijuana use might be interfering with their relationships? Have they ever wanted to quit but couldn't, or been too afraid to try? Have they ever experienced a decline in quality of life related to their marijuana use? If the answer to any of these questions is "yes," whomever you're concerned about may have a problem; if the answer to more than one question is "yes," it's highly likely that a problem exists. Treatment Individual treatment plans for clients address not just their drug involvement but the needs of the whole person Marijuana is the drug of choice for most teens in treatment at Phoenix House Treatment programs for teens provide individual, group, and family counseling and employ a broad range of research - proven clinical practices Clinical services for teen marijuana users focus on reinforcing motivation and the desire to change, controlling drug cravings, and learning new ways of thinking, solving problems, and coping with difficult situations. Family involvement is a key dimension of treatment, dealing with critical family issues and problem behaviors, and enabling the family to give effective support to children in recovery Our programs for adults also include both residential and outpatient options. Individual and group therapy focus on addressing the underlying causes of the client's drug use as well as developing new, positive patterns of behavior Family support is often part of treatment. 411 m "Now T don't smoke to ignore my problems —T stand up and face them. Autumn, Phoenix House Alum Read my story 2 of 3 5/15/2016 5.21 PM MadjugnkAddiction Effects and Signs I Phoenix House http: / /www.phoenixhouse.org /drug - addiction- info /marijuana. We Can Help If you are concerned about your loved one's marijuana use or your own, our compassionate, qualified staff can provide a confidential evaluation to help you determine if marijuana use is a problem, and what the best course of action would be for your loved one's or your individual needs. We offer safe, affordable treatment in a variety of locations. Call us anytime. we are here to help you 24 hours a day, seven days a week. FURTHER READING Study- Marijuana Use Makes Offspring More Prone to Addiction Let's Not Kid Ourselves about Marijuana FROM THE WEB Drug facts about marijuana Drug facts about marijuana —for teens Our team can help 1 855 - 840 -1025 © 2016 Phoenix House 3 of 3 5/15/2016 5.21 PM Distributed at the 44-7 Meeting h -17 /& Comments received in general Council email Regarding marijuana April - May, 2016 May 17, 2016 Cheryl Bush, Yakima — cherylbushart(d)-gmail.com Subject: Marijuana Please do not lift the ban on marihuana businesses The cost of more crime, DU Is, and easier access for recreational use near YVCC and other schools is not worth any additional income the city may gain Recreational use has been proven to lower IQ permanently and affect behavior in young people as well as give a gateway to other illegal drugs Alcohol is already a problem for young people in spite of laws against underage use and purchase Medicinal drugs are available in Union Gap which is not that far away It appears that Yakima already has a violent crime problem and lifting the ban will not help the situation Yakima needs a better family - friendly atmosphere Steve White — shiribetsu01(aD-gmail.com Subject: Final 5052 marihuana retail license This is intended as both information and a comment for tonight. We are still in fee collection, but received the final yakima retail marihuana license under the ESSSB 5052 medical access program The address is 1009 E Yakima Ave Relocation (redoing expensive buildout, finding a willing landlord) would be difficult. Many cities, such as Everett, require a 2500 ft buffer to prevent traffic congestion and greenlight districts We are the only store with the medical endorsement and entire wing to serve patients Ray and Maralyn Killorn, Union Gap — maralyndover(c -yahoo com Subject: Ban We object to your proposed lifting of the BAN on pot. I would suggest that each one of the council members ride with police on their beat - at least for several weeks You need to see, first hand, what the abuse of pot does to young folk and old alike Those leaders who protect our community from harm will testify that pot leads to more drug abuse If the city is wanting more money, PLEASE, DON'T TAKE THIS ROUTE OF MAKING POT MORE AVAILABLE dust to have more revenue Ray and Maralyn - citizens who CARE May 16, 2016 Steve Brownlow, Yakima — sjbrownlow(a)-msn.com Subject: Keep the Ban Dear Yakima City Council, I understand that you will soon be taking a vote that may reverse the ban on marijuana sales in city limits I would like to offer some concerns that I have related to this decision Personally, I am one of five kids in my family One of my siblings died a little more than three years ago at the age of 52 His short life was cut short after heavy alcohol and drug use Two more of my siblings reside in Yakima and they are part of the homeless population They, too, have a long history of drug use At the moment, both of them admit to frequent meth and heroin use All three have told me that their use of marijuana at an early age led to more reckless behavior as they aged Needless to say, I have strong personal connections to the effects of drugs and alcohol abuse Professionally speaking, I am elementary school Principal in the Yakima area The road I took to reach this point was not easy However, I have dedicated my life to serving youth, and that is what leads me to writing this letter Obviously, I am not in favor of lifting the ban on sales for many reasons including these 1) Increased accessibility increases acceptability in the minds of kids This increases potential for use among youth 2) Branding /imaging of the retail shops will have an impact on our youth The tobacco industry has taught us this, hence, they have many regulations forbidding advertisements 3) The current regulations allow retail shops to be way too close to schools and residential areas We must protect our kids and the neighborhoods 4) Yakima is plagued with drug use and abuse Why make it easier for people to purchase marijuana? 5) Maintaining the ban sends a strong message to the youth of our community that our leaders want to protect them from risky options We need to make a statement that drugs are not going to be accepted in Yakima 6) When was the last time a family therapist recommended that a family try marihuana to help the family through a crisis? When is the last time a family was ruined due to drugs? If we want to preserve the family structure, we need to limit exposure for everyone and do a better fob promoting family friendly activities Research is crystal clear on this solid families that have Mom and Dad present leads to positive outcomes for their kids in terms of future success Allowing the sale of marihuana is not going to help us preserve the family structure in Yakima Thank you for your service and leadership of our city I wish you the best in this decision Liz Hallock, Camas — ehaI lock. lawCa)gmail.com Subject: 5/17 zoning comment Dear Councilmembers, As the council considers zoning, Please keep in mind the retail license holders are already licensed Finding a willing landlord is extremely difficult, and the license holders have already invested tens of thousands of dollars in security features, leases, and insurance costs Clustering retail stores into one zone creates unsavory green light districts, as in Seattle These stores should be neighborhood stores, accesible to elderly or disabled patients without the need for long delays in bus transfers The LCB 1,000 ft rule should be sufficient zoning and there is no reason to increase or reduce buffers If the LCB made a mistake, that's one thing But licensees are currently in acceptable state and federal zones Pat Dodd — pdodd4747(a-)-g mail. com Subject: Marijuana Council Members, I read that the Council is considering lifting the ban on marihuana in Yakima, and would urge you NOT to do that. Bill & Ann Hicks, Yakima — hicksfam(d-)yvn.com Subject: Pot stores Dear Yakima City Council Members Maureen Adkison, Holly Cousens, Avina Gutierrez, Dulce Gutierrez, Bill Lover, and Carmen Mendez Thank you for taking on the great responsibility of serving our local community We know you take the decisions you make very seriously and so do we As citizens of the City of Yakima we would like to encourage the City Council to make decisions that will support a better, safer community in which to raise the next generation We strongly opposed the legalization of marijuana and oppose the decision to allow pot stores in the city of Yakima The further expansion of the sale of marijuana is detrimental to the health, safety, and wellbeing of the citizens of Yakima Access is often the key to opportunity, but what opportunity do we want to give our citizens Opportunity to have dull minds and thinking, impaired ability to function, and use poor judgment. We believe allowing pot stores in Yakima will put children at risk in their own homes, in addition to the decreased safety to all on our roads and highways We are continually asked and have supported increased taxes for law and justice As citizens, we need to see that as council members, you support our Chief of Police and members of law enforcement and take their recommendations to not allow pot stores in our city How can we not take the recommendations of those who daily work to keep us safe Hopefully our opposition will outweigh the influence of individuals from the west side of our state who are trying to impose their unhealthy values on our citizens Please put the future of our children first and vote no on expanding the sale of marijuana in our city May 15, 2016 Mark Hummel, Yakima — hummelm06(D_g mail. com I desperately plead with you not lift the ban on sale of marijuana in the City of Yakima I am an elementary school principal in the Yakima School District Every single day our staff deals with the negative effects of drug use by adults upon the children attending our school Increased availability of drugs will only exasperate these problems for our most precious responsibility - our children Legalization and increased availability of drugs will not make adults more responsible to be a parent. Clearly parents who are high are less able to be a positive child caring adult. Why do we want more drugs and easier access to drugs in our city? Employers don't wish to have more pot smoking employees Social service organizations don't have the resource to provide the services that an increase in numbers of pot smokers will generate Does the criminal justice system believe an increase in pot smokers is a positive thing? Do those that work in the health care industry believe increased access to pot is a good thing for the health of our citizens? Do the children that will live in the house of a stoned adult who is supposed to be their care taker think that mom or dad having easier access to drugs is a good thing? Those responsible for educating the children of Yakima certainly don't want more of our kids living with parents high on marijuana I just don't understand how the elected leaders of our city can come to the conclusion that increased access to mind altering drugs is a good thing for our city! Please honor that we live in a democracy and the citizens of Yakima already voted on this issue as a ballot measure The citizens voiced their opinion - the majority wish for a ban Earl Carpenter, Yakima — evcarp (cD_aol com It is concerning to me that you are considering lifting the ban on the sale of Marijuana within the city of Yakima In my opinion it is a step in the wrong direction when considering the future moral well being of our city Your vote, if you should take one, to lift the ban, is not representative of my belief that it will in the long run be socially and morally an unhealthy decision for the well being of Yakima's citizenry Be leaders know for your wisdom in governing VOTE NO To lift the ban! May 4, 2016 Joseph Resendez, Sunnyside — jresend0889(aD-g corn Subject: Vote to Life the Marihuana Ban Is the Yakima City Council on schedule to vote on lifting the marijuana ban in May? I would like to encourage the council members to do so if I may I feel it is important for those in the City of Yakima that have spent considerable time and money to get licensed by the WSLCB to be able to open their business as approved by the citizens of the great state of Washington! April 12, 2016 Virginia Prochnow, Yakima — vyprochnow(a)_ outlook. corn Subject: Kessler Park and drug concerns I appreciated Diana Leonard's April 8th letter to the editor regarding the marihuana and paraphenlia store in a former restaurant site I agree completely with the concerns she mentions and I would like to add one more to the list. Kessler Park is only six blocks from there on Mead Ave There are many walkers, all ages and many with pets Also there are small groups of young children involved in various activities, picnics, people playing basketball, tennis and tennis tournaments using this wonderful park I would hate to see it become a drug attraction for our neighborhood Thank you for adding this to your list of concerns in your decision making regarding this pot store April 8, 2016 Judy Ausink, Yakima — judyausinkCu- yahoo.com Subject: keeping the ban on marihuana retailing I am asking the council NOT to remove the ban on pot shops in city limits I am especially upset with the location of the potential of a shop at 34th Ave & Nob Hill (MY neighborhood and 2 of my grandchildren attend Nob Hill Elementary) It seems the new council is not reflecting the values & concerns of the voters of Yakima (the majority voted AGAINST legalized marijuana!), I base that observation on the February vote the council took, getting a majority to vote YES on lifting the ban I'm outraged that Holly Cousens would vote YES, as she accepted donations from James Muller who purchased the location of the proposed shop This is a major conflict of interest & she needs to recuse herself from voting on this issue It is also my understanding that she has a relationship with another area pot shop Alvina Guiterrez also accepted donations &, she should recuse herself also I commend Carmen Mendez, Bill Lover & Maureen Adkison for their stand which reflects the values of the good people of Yakima And one more thing, Kathy Coffee, I have a personal story also We are raising & in the process of adopting a 5 year old granddaughter who has been living with us for nearly 4 years Both of her parents are addicts and both of her parents started out by smoking marijuana There are many more people in this community with MY story, than with yours And I might mention, my personal story has never caused me to do anything illegal I mean no disrespect to any of you, but this issue is near & dear to my heart and to my husbands also Please consider your vote with wisdom for the future of this community, which is in the laps of our children & grandchildren April 2, 2016 Lynnette Whitney, Yakima — Lyn nette.erin(D-gmail.com Subject: Keep the Ban I am mother of children attending Nob Hill Elementary School and I am very concerned that the City Council is considering repealing the ban on retail marihuana sales in Yakima I have been informed that if the ban is repealed there will likely be a shop located very close to our school I am concerned about having the business near where elementary, middle and high school students walk to and from school Although I am aware they will not be allowed to purchase marijuana I am concerned that the exposure will help to desensitize them to risks associated with marijuana use I am also aware that we have a large drug problem in the Yakima Valley and am concerned that retail sales will further add to the problem Marijuana is a gateway drug to many more risky drugs and anything we can do to prevent its use is worthwhile and Ave to 1r Z s W ( re & W iolio.v F:1 w +i Lockout Pw ,� —• ♦ 1 • dL I-vf! air 1 C -- ._._ • 111 l n t t i 4% tj• Tleton [or •�•..�•1 1 1 1 r 1 R J 1 I N Te rr ace s , Heights Memorial • ♦. 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In addition. this map also excluded (but did not buffer by 1000 feet) properties that were zoned residential or owned by the City Of Yakima. or other government agencies The map also identified existing parcels that qualified In the cases where the 1000 foot buffer was applied. if a portion of the parcel was impacted by the buffer. the entire parcel was included. Approximately 988 parcels were identified that met the criteria of the State Law. - - Ill (ill Sources Esri HERE, DeLorme TomTom, Intermap increment P Corp. GEBCO USGS, FAO, NPS, NRCAN, GeoBase, IGNfoKadaster NL, Ordnance Survey, Esri Japan. METI Esri China (Hong Kong), swisstopo. Mapmylndia, © OpenStreetMap contributors. and the GIS User,Community RCW 69.50 331 Application for license. 8(a) Except as provided in (b) through (d) of this subsection, the state liquor and cannabis board may not issue a license for any premises within one thousand feet of the perimeter of the grounds of any elementary or secondary school. playground, recreation center or facility, child care center, public park, public transit center, or library, or any game arcade admission to which is not restricted to persons aged twenty -one years or older Marijuana Restricted Areas Potential Dispensary Sites Restricted Areas I• • i Yakima City Limits M- %IDES. CONCENTRATES Myth: Marijuana has not changed much in potency since the 1960s FaCt: The marijuana of today is not the "dope" smoked in your granddaddy's day It is much more potent, according to recent lab tests and data presented to the American Chemical Society (ACS) in 2015 "We've seen a big increase in marijuana potency compared to where it was 20 or 30 years ago," Andy LaFrate, Ph D , the founder and director of research for Charas Scientific states in an ACS video Based on testing in laboratory equipment, "I would say the average potency of marijuana has probably increased by a factor of at least three. We're looking at average potencies right now of around 20 percent THC " Marijuana sold on the streets in the 1980s was known to be around 4 percent. Concentrations are steadily rising The National Institute on Drug Abuse reported levels of 15 percent in 2012 Some cannabis oils derived from solvents are reported to be at an 80 percent concentrate level of THC Source Includes material from CBS News article published A online March 23, 2015. AF)DICTION sr Marijuana is not addictive F" Myth: Vaping or vaporizing marijuana is safer than directly smoking it from a joint. Fact: The fury is still out on this one. There are known health risks with either method Vaporizers heat marijuana to release its active ingredients without burning. As with water pipes or bongs, there has not been enough research to know if using a vaporizer is safer than unfiltered smoking of marijuana. Some research shows that vaporizers lower the amount of potentially harmful tars in smoke. Other studies have shown fewer respiratory symptoms among those using vaporizers. However, a recent study has shown that vaporizing marijuana can lead to toxic levels of ammonia in the vapor. Ammonia can cause lung irritation, nervous system effects and Mhma attacks As there are many differenttype5 and mode% of vaporizers available, more research is needed to measure the *micals produced by vaporizing marijuana and marijuana extracts. Source: Colorado Department of Public Health an v(ronment American Lung Association. ir -'- I "Alp Y` It is estimated that 9 percent of people who use marijuana will become dependent on it The number goes up to about 17 percent in those who start using in their teens and to 25 to 50 percent among daily users. According to the 2013 National Survey on Drug Use and Health, marijuana accounted for 4 2 million of the es imated 6 9 million Americans dependent on or abusing illicit drugs Marijuana addiction is linked to a riild withdrawal syndrome. Frequent marijuana users often report irritability, mood and sleep difficulties, decreased appetite, cravings, restlessness, and /or various forms of physical discomfort that peak within the first week after quitting and last up to two weeks. Sources: National Institute on Drug Abuse, White House Office on National Drug Control Policy. Distribute at th�I Meeting 5 # Although marijuana is more prevalent and openly available now than any other time in recent Washington state history, a number of misconceptions still exist as to its benefits, safety and legality. This brochure is Intended to share straightforward, balanced and trustworthy information from reliable sources. Myth: Marijuana is ie ,al for everyone for both recreational and medicinal purposes. ^act' While the use of marijuana remains illegal under federal law and subject to enforcement, Washingtoi voters approved its use for certain medical conditions in 1998 and for general adult (21 and over) recreational use in 2012 In 2015 stat: lawmakers enacted legislation to combine the two markets, so that as of July 1, 2016 all sales of marijuana are allowed only in licensed retail outlets Anyone with a medical authorization card may purchase "medical grade" marijuana from licensed retail stores that have a medical endorsement Persons of any age may be authorized to use medical marijuana, however, those under 18 must have permission from a parent or guardian It is not legal to use while driving Since laws and regulations continue to evolve, visit Icb wa.gov for the latest. Myth: Since marijuana is legal (21 and over) it must be safe Fact' Marijuana is an intoxicant and can have unintended health consequences from minor to severe Users may experience anxiety, changes in heart rate, and intense drowsiness Women who are pregriant or nursing should not use marijuana, as THC can cause developmental delays in their child. Someone who smokes marijuana regularly may have many of the same respiratory problems that tobacco smokers develop over time Marijuana has the potential to promote cancer of the lungs and other parts of the respiratory tract because marijuana smoke contains 50 to 70 percent more carcinogenic hydrocarbons than tobacco smoke More traffic fatalities are caused by drivers impaired by alcchol than by drugs, including marijuana I Washington state traffic fatality data shows that drug - positive drivers have exceeded the number of drivers impaired by alcohol for past three years. Here are more startling facts. From 2008 through 2014, more than 1,100 people died from crashes caused by impaired drivers Marijuana is an increasing factor in these crashes, with a 48 percent rise in the number of drivers who tested positive for marijuana between 2013 and 2014. More collisions are being caused by drivers who consumed boti alcohol and marijuana Between 2010 and 2014, nearly 60 percent of drivers involved in fatal collisions were tested for drugs Approximately 20 percent tested positive for marijuana. Marijuana impacts a driver's ability to maintain attention, slows reaction times and makes it harder DRIVE to stay in lanes and judge distances. It also impacts decision - making, reduces side vision and reduces coordination <HIGH� Combining even low doses of alcohol with marijuana greatly amplifies impairment Law enforcement agencies are improving officer training for detecting drivers who are marijuana - impaired while driving, and n&A technology is being developed for a roadside marijuana breathalyzer vfor instant analysis. Source: Washington Traffic Safety Commission and AAA. Cannabinoid Receptor Sites t Basal Ganglia Hippocampus Cerebellum Marijuana doesn't affect the brain When marijuana is smoked, THC travels through the body, including the brain, to produce its many effects THC attaches to sites called cannabinoid receptors on the nerve cells of the brain, affecting the way those cells work. Cannabinoid receptors are abundant in parts of the brain that regulate movement, coordination, learning and memory, and higher cognitive functions such judgment and pleasure. One type of cannabinoid receptor, CB1, is concentrated in parts of the brain associated with memory, such as the hippocampus. Scientists also think that long -term daily marijuana use may cause subtle impairments in memory and attention that persist even when a person isn't high Ingesting marijuana through edibles brownies or candy is the same as coking it Although a wide assortment of edible products can be found in legal marijuana stores, experts advise not to nibble too fast. Marijuana edibles can take up to two hours to Ily cast their effect, and may impair ability to drive, work or operate machinery safely for a longer time Edibles are often made with concentrated cannabis oil or from multiple strains of plant waste, which can make them more potent than if infused with processed marijuana plants. MARLIUAINA AND YOUTH - TAU( TO YOUR K1 MY" Parents cannot prevent marijuana use by their teens. Parents are the most powerful influence in their child's life. Teens say the main reason they avoid alcohol and other drugs is because they do not want to disappoint their parents Experts recommend that parents talk early and often with their children about the risks of using marijuana and other drugs. It is important for parents to know that marijuana can do more harm to a teen's developing brain and body than to adults Parents should learn what you can do or say to prevent underage marijuana use, and practice those skills. Parents can get tips on how to begin the conversation online at StartTalkingNow.org. Myth: Most students in Washington use marijuana Fact: A statewide survey in 2014 of 223,000 students in grades 6, 8, 10 and 12 in 2014 tells us that most students do not use marijuana. While alcohol and other drug use has gone down significantly since 2010, marijuana use is unchanged Among 10th grade students, one in five (18 percent), used marijuana in the past month, compared to 20 percent in 2010 One in four (27 percent) of survey respondents in the 12th grade reported using marijuana in the past month, compared to 26 percent four years before Source: Washington Healthy Youth Survey. If you do snack on marijuana edibles, start with a single serving of 5 mg or less, and do not take more for at least two hours. It takes longer for edibles to take effect, compared to smoking, because the cannabinoids first pass through the liver before entering the bloodstream The THC in edibles can cause the same health problems as the THC from smoking marijuana Edibles should be kept in their original packing, and locked up or out of reach of children and pets If ingested by a child, call the Washington Poison Center at 1- 800 - 222 -1222 for free, confidential, and non - judgmental medical �idvice. Source: Washington State Liquor and Cannabis Board and partner agencies, Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment, Washington Poison Center. How do we know that prevention works? Parents and others in their communities play a vital role in Influencing young people Evidence -based prevention practices have also been proven to reduce drug use and public spending on Its consequences (Washington State Institute for Public Policy) CPWI communities Evidence -based Prevention Programs Save Money receive funding for evidence -based For every dollar spent on Life Skills Training, $289 was saved In preventing programs for youth and families, juvenile creme and changing community norms $3,000,000 $2,500,000 to reduce risk factors (such as early $2,000,000 first use of drugs) and Increase $1,500,000 protective factors (such as youth $1,000,000 who feel connected to their $soo,oIn families, school and peers) ■ Life Skills Training $89,640 $2,500,000 The Washington State Healthy Youth Survey (HYS) allows us to Training funded by CPWI Cost - benefit data Washington State Institute on Public Policy monitor the health of students, During the 1011- 2013 biennium, 9,960 youth in 15 Washington counties completed Life Skills evaluate the impact of our prevention efforts, and Improve academic performance by demonstrating the links between substance use and education outcomes Every two years, over 200,000 students in 1,000 schools in Washington take the survey Prevention strategies and programs In Washington State have contributed to positive trends reported In the 2012 HYS, which include- Nearly 11,000 fewer students statewide use alcohol compared to the 2010 survey ■ Since 1998, drinking among 8th and 10th graders has dropped by half, and use among 6th graders has dropped from 14% to 2 5% ■ Since 1998, the percentage of 10th graders who binge drink (five or more drinks in a row) has dropped from 28% to 14% ■ Students In all grades reported an Increased commitment to school 1 1 FEBNDALE Whatcom • • BELLINGHAM { FRIDAY t 'd/14,isy? Skagit • CONCRETE San" Chelan Juan OAKHAABOR Clallam ISland) • DARRINGTON , Snohomish O' • MARYSVILLE • FORKS (HIMACUM • MONROE Jefferson KINGSTON King BREMERTON - — Mason CENTRAL SEATTLE � Grays Harbor KHSap SOUTH EASTSEATTLE KttI t WHITECENTER/ aS WENATCHEE NORTH HIGHLINE VASHON ISLAND SHELTON • • TACOMA • (LE ELUM ROSLYN HOQUTAM • • LAKEWOOD • OFFING Pierce TENINOI RAINIER BUCODA • • Thurston Yakima Pacific Lewis MORTON • Okanogan Ferry Stevens Pend Oreille • REPUBLIC • OMAN CUSICK k • P • SPAINGDALE Y• ZGrant I Spokane ncoln �•�,��{ WESTCENTRAL SPOKANE • • WATREARDAN • • EASTVALLEY SPOKANE Whitman TEKOA Benton G VVahkiakum • WHITE SWAN • Cowlitz Skamania LONG BEACH CASTLEROCK SUNNYSIDE • • PROSSER (ATHLAMET Kllckitat Clark STEVENSON • KLI(KITAT -LYLE VANCOUVER • WASHOUGAL • OTHELLO Franklin • POMEROY Columbia PASCO • DAYTON CLARKSTON • Walla Walla WALLA WALLA Asotin • For more Information about CPWI email Steve Smothers @dshs wa gov , For more information about DSHS- funded prevention services and resources, visit • wwwTheAthenaForum.org • http: / /wwwdshswa. gov /dbhr /dapreventionservicesshtml 1 Wk. ' �► , rte—= A. a Distributed at the0 % MeetingJ��i r _ ; s"�. 4 L � c •i 11 1 U JA WWI iy s 01 111 ff.' ILI I I I Empowering communities to create healthy changes. A healthy and thriving community has safe places to learn, work, and raise a family The people who live there enjoy equal access to quality education and healthcare, living -wage fobs, and affordable housing Overall there is a high quality of life for everyone g $1,000 m CO $800 a r m $600 z O $400 Z $200 0 $0 Underage drinking cost the residents of Washington more than $1.4 billion in 2010. $847.4 Total Costs = $1,426.5 Billion $231.8 $— $_ _002.8 $oz.a $7.1 S20 - — _ Alcohol and other drug abuse can erode the health and safety of communities This is why effective prevention services are vital for every community When we prevent early use of alcohol and other drugs, we also prevent the far reaching and high costs of substance abuse and addiction These costs include- • Child abuse and neglect, • Other forms of violence, • Unemployment and poverty, • Crime, and • Avoidable medical care Youth Youth High -Risk Youth Youth Poaenings FAS Youth Violence Traffic Sex Property Injury and Among Alcohol As part of our mission to transform lives, the Crashes Ages 14 -20 Crime Psychoses Ages 15-20 Treatment state Department of Social and Health Services 9 SOURCE: Pacific Institute for Research and Evaluation has worked with our partners to redesign Underage Drinking in Washington— The Facts. Berkeley, (A November 2010. state funding and leverage limited resources In targeted communities By Investing In prevention planning and practices that lead to the best possible outcomes, we support communities In creating sustainable, healthy changes through the Community Prevention and Wellness Initiative (CPWI) What is the Community Prevention and Wellness Initiative? The Community Prevention and Wellness Initiative (CPWI) is a partnership of state agencies, counties, schools and prevention coalitions supporting communities in preventing alcohol and other drug abuse The highest priority Is to reduce underage drinking among 8th and 10th grade students CPWI Is funded and administered by the Washington State Department of Social and Health Services, Behavioral Health and Service Integration Administration, Division of Behavioral Health and Recovery (DBHR), through a grant from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) Big Brothers Services are focused In communities experiencing high levels of underage drinking, crime, school drop -out, and unemployment Communities are chosen based on their needs, and their readiness to address them In the first three years, CPWI has funded prevention coalitions in 52 communities, located In all 39 counties and nine Educational Service Districts Big Sisters mentoring is a proven program to help youth make healthy choices A 1 CPWI provides community coalitions with funding, training and technical assistance for coordination, assessment, strategic planning, Implementation, and evaluation of prevention services needed In their communities This support helps communities build on their past successes and better measure how well prevention programs are meeting goals As more resources become available, prevention l services will be expanded to other communities By reducing underage drinking among 8th and 10th grade students, fewer young people will experience the related problems of juvenile delinquency, mental health conditions, and school failure .i CPWI Coalitions have: 1 Members who represent at least eight community sectors (such as health, law enforcement, education, parents and youth) as active members of the coalition 2 At least one half -time community coordinator supporting the coalition and community 3 At least one full -time prevention /Intervention specialist In the selected school(s) 4 The readiness to benefit from prevention programs 5 The ability to Implement evidence -based strategies: environmental, direct service, capacity building and public awareness 6 Training resources for volunteers and paid staff 7 Resources to match Intended outcomes In a performance -based contract 8 The ability to participate In Integrating substance abuse prevention, mental health promotion and primary care 9 The ability to evaluate program and community -level change As CPWI communities begin to demonstrate the many positive outcomes from prevention services, we expect support to grow for expanding these Investments to other high -need communities In Washington How is CPWI helping communities? Some of the ways CPWI Is already making a difference in communities • Local ordinances have been passed that reduce youth access and exposure to alcohol • Coalitions are working to raise awareness in their communities about the consequences of alcohol and other drug abuse • Students are learning how alcohol advertising can influence their decisions, and how to make healthy choices • Parents are learning skills to Increase family bonding • There Is more collaboration among school and community groups. • Young people have more opportunities to be involved In positive activities • Students participating in the school -based program Project Success had a 37% decrease In binge drinking, a 44% decrease In marihuana use, and a 28% increase in passing their classes Why was CPWI chosen as the model for better outcomes? Prevention programs help to increase family bonding, which reduces the risk that a child will misuse alcohol or other drugs Based on the prevalence, trends and Impacts, our statewide priority is to support communities in reducing underage drinking and the harm It causes While prevention programs are working to help most young people make healthy choices, alcohol Is used by more children and teens than all Illicit drugs combined In Washington alone, more than 115,000 students ages 12 -17 use alcohol regularly CPWI also supports efforts to prevent teens from using marihuana, tobacco and prescription drugs According to the 2012 Washington State Healthy Youth Survey ■ Nearly one In five 12th graders (19 %) said they have been drunk or high at school • About one in five students rode In a car with a driver who had been drinking • Marihuana use among 10th graders (19 %) and 12th graders (27 %) Is almost double the percentage who smoke cigarettes, and fewer students think marihuana use Is risky • Over 100,000 students (12 -17 year olds) seriously considered suicide in the past year (about one in every six students) DBHR COMMUNITY PREVENTION AND WELLNESS INITIATIVE PLANNING FRAMEWORK Evaluation a Panes Assessment IL. Getting Started ' Adaptcdfrom SAMHSA Stratpk Pn —tion Pram rk CPWI aligns with the federal Department of Health and Human Services' National Prevention Strategy to Increase the health of Individuals and communities The strategy focuses on ■ Building healthy and safe community environments, ■ Expanding quality preventive services In clinical and community settings, ■ Empowering people to make healthy choices, and ■ Eliminating health disparities The CPWI model allows us to better target and leverage limited public resources, Increasing our ability to gain the best possible outcomes for communities This more collaborative approach Is expected to provide the long -term support needed for positive community change How do alcohol and other drugs harm children and teens? Children and teens who use alcohol and other drugs are at higher risk than adults for developing short and long -term physical, developmental, and emotional problems This is because their brains are still developing, and are more sensitive than adults to the effects of drug abuse Children who use alcohol and other drugs are more likely to. ■ Develop addiction ■ Fail in school ■ Engage in risky sexual behavior ■ Be seriously or fatally inured ■ Have depressive feelings or thoughts of suicide Children can also be harmed when their parents or caregivers have substance use disorders The 2007 National Survey on Drug Use and Health found that 8 3 million children in the U S lives with at least one parent who abuses or is dependent on alcohol or an illicit drug These children are at increased risk for abuse or neglect, as well as physical, academic, social and emotional problems 70% 60% 50% 40% T 30% 20% 10% Current (past 30 days) Alcohol Use Statewide, All Grades, 2012 Prevalence 8th 6th 10th 121th State 3% 12% 23% 36% 2012 Healthy Youth Survey www askhys ncr tom, -Cam vey A Statewide Relationship between Lower Grades and Alcohol Use Grade 10, 2012 70%11 1 Statewide, 10th graders who so% 40% drink alcohol are 4O% more likely to get lower grades in 30% 21x school (C's, D's or N 20% F's) compared to those who don't 10% drink. 0% tom, -Cam vey A