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18 Coachella Music Festival 22| Grower’s Grove by Josh Kaplan
Warm up with the desert heat and hot musical line up at one of the best 22 | 5 Bars with Bomb Beer by Cloey Kelly
concert festivals of the year!!
40 | Around the State by Gary Hiller
34 Cooking It Up 47 | Strain Review: Blue Dream
St. Patrick’s Day and yummy snack edible recipes from Chef Herb.
56 | LA Live Music Preview by Michael Dillon
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PREP THYSELF FOR SUNDAY
Being that this show is in the desert, it can be a long, grueling
weekend. It gets hot, and with all the partying going on, some
people forgo the Sunday wrap-up in exchange for a relaxing day
at the resort pools. This is a great option to have, but this year
FRIDAY AND SATURDAY might find those pools empty, as Sunday’s lineup is just as strong
as Friday’s and Saturday’s.
Coachella is back to being a three-day festival, this year finds
every night filled with great acts from across the musical dial. Starting with the reunion of Sunny Day Real Estate, even the
Among the Friday night eclectic acts is the robo-Diva, Grace Emo kids will be out at Coachella - all lathered up in sunscreen.
Jones - sure to put on a show, given her magnificent performance Ol’ skool hip-hoppers De La Soul will be on hand with their
at the Hollywood Bowl last year. quirky lyrics and jazzy beats, while electronic pioneer Gary Nu-
man plugs into the desert sky with his often imitated synthesized
Also on Friday, super-group Them Crooked Vultures (featur-
hooks.
ing John Paul Jones from the mighty Led Zeppelin on bass and
Dave Grohl from, well, you know) brings its ass-kicking rock Among other notable legends – and the requisite throwback
back to the masses. DO NOT MISS THIS!!!!!! band -- is the slightly unpredictable, but always great Sly and The
family Stone. Sunday night also has the reunion of indie, lo-fi
Friday night also features the reunion of the oh-so-sweet
faves Pavement. Thom Yorke, of Radiohead fame and outstand-
Johnny Rotten back to the stage with his post-Sex Pistols group
ing solo work, will be paired up with bass master Flea for what
Public Image Limited (PIL), but most notably, headliner Jay-Z
promises to be a great set. These two are a truly kismet pairing.
(Hova, Mr. Shawn Carter) will be poppin’ bottles into the desert
Head over there early, as this will surely be high on everyone’s
sky, bringing hit after hit into the late night. So far so good, right?
watch list.
Well, save your energy kids -- it’s a long three days. Whether
Closing the weekend is a pop-art project called Gorillaz, de-
you’re partying or not? And let’s face it, Coachella Fest is not only
signed as a “virtual band” composed of four animated characters.
a haven for great live music and art, but it has also become a safe
In the past, Gorillaz have performed live, using video screens to
haven for those who “….like to partake in mind-altering sub-
project their animated counterparts as the main act, further sell-
stances…..”. Along with the well stocked VIP tent with food and
ing their audience on their storyline. What’s in store for this set,
mixed drinks, there are plenty of concessions and friendly staff to
we’ll have to wait and see.
make the whole Coachella experience great.
Coachella has become a favorite weekend for serious concert-
Saturday night is chock full o’ great bands too. Favorite
goers, bringing a friendly atmosphere and good vibes to all who
spudboys, Devo, are making the scene, as well as MGMT, and
attend - so whether you’re a first timer planning a one day outing,
a reunion by Faith No More - should be great. Musical genius
or a diehard weekend warrior ready to plunge into the full three-
Jack White is presently drumming in his latest venture The Dead
day commitment, make sure you get your tickets early, as years
Weather – and he’s always a treat.
past have sold out.
Saturday’s late-night roster promises to be great -- one side of
Come early - stay late - kick off your shoes and enjoy the
the giant Polo field finds DJ extraordinaire Tiesto returning from
greatest Music and Arts Festival in the world. Once you go to
the Netherlands, filling dance tents with hordes of loyal follow-
Coachella, you’ll be hooked for life. So remember, have a “Happy
ers – and on the other side, British darlings Muse attack the main
Coachella”, and pass it on…….
stage with their worldly and grandiose sound.
Coachella Music and Arts Festival takes place 4/16,4/17,and
4/18 at the Empire Polo Field in Indio CA. You can find out more
by visiting www.Coachella.comor see what the people think
about it at www.HappyCoachella.com.
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CHEF HERB whose nickname is Mota, which is Spanish for marijuana, DIRECTIONS
knows the benefits of medical marijuana and has decided to incorporate his two Place corned beef in large pot or Dutch oven and cover
passions: cooking for people’s pleasure and creating gourmet medicinal food. In the with water. Add the spice packet that came with the corned
Basics, Chef Herb teaches us how to create THC butter and oil that can be used in beef. Cover pot and bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer.
countless recipes from party food hors’dourves to sweet desserts. Simmer approximately 50 minutes per pound or until tender.
This month of March Chef Herb will have another birthday. If you would Add whole potatoes and carrots, and cook until the vegetables
like to send him birthday wishes you can contact him at his web site are almost tender. Add cabbage and cook for 15 more
WWW.COOKWITHHERB.COM or email him at: cookwithherb@gmail.com. minutes. Remove meat and let rest 15 minutes.
Place vegetables in a bowl and cover. Add as much broth
If you are interested in learning more about cooking with cannabis or want to order (cooking liquid reserved in the Dutch oven or large pot) as
his great DVD series call: 310.462.1649 you want. Slice meat across the grain.
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CREAMY COLCANNON garlic. Spread each slice of bread with some of the butter.
Arrange 6 slices, THC butter side down, in a 9 by 13-inch
INGREDIENTS baking dish.
1 pound cabbage In a medium bowl, combine the shredded cheese, chopped
chives, Worcestershire sauce, salt and pepper. Evenly sprinkle
1 pound potatoes
the cheese over the bread in the baking dish. Top with the
2 leeks remaining bread, THC butter side up. In a medium bowl, beat
1 cup milk the eggs, half and half, milk and chicken broth. Pour over the
salt and pepper to taste bread. Cover tightly and refrigerate overnight.
1 pinch ground mace Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Uncover the fondue and
1/2 cup THC butter bake it for 1 hour, or until the top is lightly browned and the
inside is fairly firm.
COOKING INSTRUCTIONS Remove the fondue from the oven. Let it rest for 10 minutes.
In a large saucepan, boil cabbage until tender; remove and Cut into 8 or 10 wedges.
chop or blend well. Set aside and keep warm. Boil potatoes
until tender. Remove from heat and drain.
Chop leeks, green parts as well as white, and simmer them in KICK ASS IRISH BREAD PUDDING
just enough milk to cover, until they are soft.
Season and mash potatoes well. Stir in cooked leeks and milk, INGREDIENTS
salt a pepper to taste, and mace. Blend in the kale or cabbage 2 cups granulated sugar
and heat until the whole is a pale green fluff. Make a well in 5 large beaten eggs
the center and pour in the melted THC butter. Mix well. 2 cups milk
2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
IRISH FONDUE CASSEROLE 3 cups cubed Italian bread , allow to stale overnight in a bowl
1 cup packed light brown sugar
INGREDEINTS 1/4 cup (1/2 stick) THC butter, softened
12 slices firm white bread 1 cup chopped pecans
1/2 cup THC unsalted butter, softened For the sauce:
3/4 teaspoon dry mustard 1 cup granulated sugar
1 clove garlic, finely chopped 1/2 cup (1 stick) THC butter, melted
1 egg, beaten
1/2 pound (2 cups) shredded Swiss cheese
2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
2 teaspoons chopped fresh chives
1/4 cup brandy
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
Salt and pepper to taste DIRECTIONS
4 eggs Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Grease a 13 by 9 by 2-inch
1-1/2 cups half and half pan. Mix together granulated sugar, eggs, and milk in a bowl;
2/3 cup milk add vanilla. Pour over cubed bread and let sit for 10 minutes.
1/2 cup chicken broth In another bowl, mix and crumble together brown
sugar, THC butter, and pecans.
COOKING INSTRUCTIONS Pour bread mixture into prepared pan. Sprinkle brown sugar
Cut the crusts off the bread slices. mixture over the top and bake for 35 to 45 minutes, or until
In a small bowl, stir together the THC butter, mustard and set. Remove from oven.
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FOR THE SAUCE 1/2 teaspoon salt
Mix together the granulated sugar, butter, egg, and vanilla in 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
a saucepan over medium heat. Stir together until the sugar 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
is melted. Add the brandy, stirring well. Pour over bread
pudding. Serve warm or cold. PREPARATION
Preheat oven to 250°. In a large roasting pan combine the
popcorn and nuts. Place in the oven while preparing glaze.
IRISH SODA BREAD In a medium saucepan combine brown sugar, corn syrup,
THC butter, and salt. Bring to a full boil over medium heat,
INGREDIENTS stirring constantly, then continue to boil for 4 minutes
3 cups all-purpose flour without stirring. Remove from heat; stir in baking soda and
1 tablespoon baking powder vanilla, then pour over the warm popcorn and nuts, tossing to
1/3 cup white sugar coat well. Bake another 60 minutes, stirring freqently, about
1 teaspoon salt every 10 minutes. Cool and break apart. Store in an airtight
1 teaspoon baking soda container.
1 egg, lightly beaten
2 cups buttermilk EGGS BENEDICT HERB SUPREME
1/4 cup THC butter, melted
Three recipes in one, think of the Eggs Benedict recipe as
DIRECTIONS toast and ham topped with a poached egg recipe, topped with
Preheat oven to 325 degrees F. Grease a 9 x 5 inch loaf pan. a hollandaise sauce recipe.
Combine flour,baking powder,sugar,salt and baking soda. 4 English muffins, split, toasted and buttered or 8 crumpets
Blend egg and Buttermilk together,and add all at once to the 8 1/4-inch slices ham, warmed and cut to fit
flour mixture. 8 poached eggs
Mix just until moistened. Stir in melted THC butter. Pour into 1 1/4 cups (about) Hollandaise Sauce
prepared baking pan.
Bake for 65 to 70 minutes or unit a toothpick inserted into POACHED EGG RECIPE
center of loaf. Comes out clean. Cool on wire rack and wrap Water
in foil over night for best flavor 1 tablespoon salt
2 tablespoons vinegar (any variety) 8 eggs
Fun Food Bring 2-3 inches of water almost to a boil in a large sauté pan.
Add the salt and vinegar. One at a time, crack the eggs into
a cup and then slip the eggs, one at a time, into the barely
THC CARMEL CORN simmering water. Reduce the heat, if need be, to maintain that
low simmer.
INGREDIENTS Cook just until the whites are set and the yolks are glazed but
3 quarts popped popcorn still very soft, about 3 minutes. (Wait until the eggs are set to
dislodge any that may have stuck to the bottom of the pan.)
3 cups dry roasted mixed nuts, unsalted
Using a slotted spoon, transfer the poached eggs onto a dish
1 cup brown sugar, firmly packed towel to drain. Trim the edges of any streamers so they’re
1/2 cup light or dark corn syrup nice and tidy. (If the eggs get too cold, slip them back into the
1/2 cup THC butter simmering water for a few seconds and drain again.)
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MAKE-AHEAD DIRECTIONS EASY CRAB CAKES
Cook as above but remove the eggs from the water after 2 2 pounds lump crab meat
minutes. Immediately place them in ice water to prevent them
2 tablespoons THC olive oil and/or THC butter
from cooking further. Cover and refrigerate the eggs and
1/2 cup green onions, minced
water for up to 12 hours. To reheat, slip them into simmering
1/4 cup red bell pepper, diced
water for about 30 seconds.
2 teaspoons fresh garlic, minced
HOLLANDAISE SAUCE RECIPE 2 eggs, beaten
4 egg yolks 1/2 cup THC mayonnaise
4 tablespoons fresh lemon juice 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon water 1/3 cup fresh parsley, minced
1/8 teaspoon salt, or to taste Salt and ground black pepper to taste
1/8 teaspoon ground white pepper, or to taste 2 1/4 cups toasted bread crumbs (more or less)
1 pinch of cayenne pepper 4 tablespoons THC butter and/or THC olive oil
1 cup THC melted butter
HOW TO MAKE CRAB CAKES THAT DON’T
Combine the egg yolks, lemon juice, and water in a small, FALL APART
heavy saucepan. Whisk the mixture constantly over very low First, thoroughly pick the crabmeat over for shell fragments
heat until thickened. Immediately remove the pan from the and set aside.
heat but continue whisking for 1 minute. Add the salt, pepper, Sauté the green onions, bell pepper, and garlic in THC olive
and cayenne. Cool slightly. oil and THC butter. Cool.
Scrape the mixture into a blender. With the motor running at In a large bowl, combine the crab meat, sautéed mixture,
medium-high speed, add the melted (but not hot) THC butter beaten eggs, mayonnaise, mustard, parsley, salt, pepper, and
in a slow, steady stream until it is well-incorporated. Taste and 1/4 cup of bread crumbs.
adjust the seasonings, if necessary. Pour the remaining (2 cups) bread crumbs onto a plate. Line a
To keep warm, place the Hollandaise Sauce in a bowl over (but baking sheet with wax paper or plastic wrap.
not touching) hot water, stirring occasionally, or simply place Form the crab cake mixture into 1/2-inch thick patties, 8 large
the blender container in warm (not hot) water. or 12-16 small ones.
Press both sides of the patties into the bread crumbs, and
NOW PUT IT TOGETHER place them on the baking sheet. Cover with plastic wrap and
refrigerate for 3 to 6 hours, until firm.
HOW TO MAKE EGGS BENEDICT In a large, non-stick sauté pan, brown the patties in THC
Start by preparing the Hollandaise Sauce. Keep it warm.
olive oil and/or THC butter over medium-high heat, about
Start the water for the eggs. Warm the ham slices, and toast
4 minutes each side. Drain on paper toweling.
and butter the muffins or crumpets. Keep them warm in a
Serve with lemon wedges or tartar sauce. Makes 8 large or
warm oven.
12-16 small crab cakes.
Finish preparing the Poached Eggs.
To assemble, place a slice of ham atop an English muffin half
or crumpet, place a poached egg on the ham, and spoon a little
Hollandaise Sauce over the top. Serve immediately.
Makes 8 servings
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AROUND the STATE
Supreme Court Strikes Down Marijuana Quantity Limits as Unconstitutional.
On January 21, 2010, the California Supreme Court’s decision The court did not, however, eliminate the right of patients to
in People v. Kelly struck down the California Medical Marijuana use the stated quantities as “protective caps” under which possession
Program Act’s limits on the amount of dried marijuana and is permitted and immunized, provided that the patient has a valid
number of marijuana plants a qualified patient can possess as county-issued Medical Marijuana Program identification card. In
unconstitutional. However, the numbers 8, 6 and 12 (referring to other words, the quantities cannot be used by law enforcement
8 ounces of dried marijuana, 6 mature marijuana plants and 12 against patients, but they can be used by patients as protection
immature marijuana plants) remain very important to patients and from law enforcement.
cooperatives. The recently passed Los Angeles medical marijuana ordinance
The court eliminated the right for prosecutors to use the states that dispensing cooperatives and collectives may possess
8 ounce and 6 (or 12) plant numbers as “caps” against patients. quantities of medical marijuana plants and harvested marijuana
In this context, the court held that it is unconstitutional to use “in strict accordance” with state law. What does that mean now?
the quantities in the 2003 Medical Marijuana Program Act as The Supreme Court’s decision in People v. Kelly opens the door
limitations on the right to use medical marijuana established by the for a qualified patient to individually possess in excess of 8 ounces
1996 Compassionate Use Act which does not specify an amount of and 6 (or 12) plants if it is subjectively reasonable for such patient to
medical marijuana that a patient may possess or cultivate. The court do so based on such patient’s current medical needs. Cooperatives
held that a qualified patient may assert, as a defense in court, that he and collectives should be careful, however, not to exceed these
or she possessed or cultivated an amount of marijuana “reasonably quantities unless they are able to demonstrate the reasonableness
related to meet his or her current medical needs” and not have to of the quantities. This is because a patient who elects to possess
worry about the 8 ounce and 6 (or 12) plant quantity limits. This quantities of marijuana that exceed the immunized levels set forth
language stems from the language of the Compassionate Use in the Medical Marijuana Program Act has the burden of proof
Act itself, which states that the marijuana possessed or cultivated with respect to the reasonableness of such quantities if challenged
must be for the patient’s “personal medical purposes” (Section by law enforcement.
11362.5(d)). In reality, the court merely reiterated the First District Chief Justice Ron George wrote in the unanimous court
Court of Appeal’s 1997 decision in People v. Trippet, which stated decision that “[t]hese individuals are not subject to any specific
that “the quantity possessed by the patient or the primary caregiver, limits and do not require a physician’s recommendation in order to
and the form and manner in which it is possessed, should be exceed any such limits . . . [i]nstead they may possess an amount of
reasonably related to the patient’s current medical needs.” medical marijuana reasonably necessary for their … needs.”
The bottom line is that the court held that to the extent the Although the Chief Justice wrote that a physician’s
quantities set forth in Section 11362.77 of the Medical Marijuana recommendation is not required in order to exceed the quantities
Program Act are used as limits against patients — such as when set forth in the Medical Marijuana Program Act, the question
the government tries to use them to limit patient access and use — is whose determination whether or not a certain quantity is
then they are unconstitutional. reasonably related to one’s current medical needs would be trusted
by a hypothetical jury in the event of prosecution? The most
obvious answer is a qualified health care professional.
Only time will tell, however, whether physicians will put in
the time and energy required to learn more about the patients they
are evaluating and about the benefits of medical marijuana as a
therapeutic treatment in order for them to make recommendations
for marijuana use that will stand up in court. It doesn’t help that
the California Medical Association (CMA) discourages physicians
from providing specific recommendations regarding usage levels.
In guidance published in January 2009, the CMA wrote that it “does
not advise physicians to specify the amount of cannabis that would
be consistent with the patient’s needs” (CMA On-Call, Document
#1315, Item 26). Without clear advice from physicians to exceed
the 8 ounce and 6 (or 12) plant limits in the Medical Marijuana
Program Act, patients that elect to exceed these quantities may be
at risk, notwithstanding the Chief Justice’s words.
by GARY HILLER
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hen given this assignment to interview Cheryl Shuman never done drugs, and had never even smoked a cigarette in my life. He
- Executive Director of the Beverly Hills NORML90210.org, wrote a recommendation letter giving me permission to try it as an alter-
I was familiar with “NORML” of course, but I was un- native health choice. It was very difficult for me to find a ‘safe’ provider
aware of a very special woman doing such important, noble work. Getting or caretaker, so that was discouraging. Once I found safe cannabis medi-
only a slight glimpse of this story by a short clip on the NORML blog, the cine, it changed my life. For the first time in my life, I felt healthy, calm
video depicted a strikingly beautiful blond woman testifying in front of and able to handle the stress load. Cannabis was far superior to any pill
the L.A. City Council. With the calmness of a Hollywood starlet delivering that doctor’s had previously prescribed. For many years, I was a financial
a line, she goes on to say that she is terminally ill, and because she is a supporter to any and all organizations that supported Marijuana Law
legally prescribed Marijuana user, her insurance will not cover the liver Reform. Because of my work at the time with so many celebrities, I was
transplant needed to save her life. This short and direct speech was as fearful of coming ‘out of the closet’ regarding my status as a patient. I
compelling as it’s outcome is disturbing. was afraid it would have a negative impact on my career and my family
Maybe there’s a superior strength that one musters up when faced life, if anyone knew about my personal secret of using Cannabis. I was
with such mind-boggling hurdles? Maybe in light of such magnanimous intimidated by the negative stereotype associated with being a Cannabis
frustrations, the bigger picture takes hold, and becomes the focus? consumer. As the years went on, I learned more about the leaders in the
These are questions we all hope to avoid in life. Where does one turn, Cannabis movement. I followed the stories of Valerie Corral of the WAMM.
when the walls of bureaucracy come crashing down on you? These are org group in Santa Cruz. I was so inspired by this remarkable woman
the types of trials and tribulations that might bring the average person working with terminally ill patients. When I learned about the federal
to their knees? This is not the case in Cheryl Shuman. raid on their group, I was outraged, and worked to start documenting the
When contacted by Cheryl, I was overwhelmed by her upbeat at- stories of patients impacted by the prohibition of Marijuana on a federal
titude, and positivity. Here is a woman who has a terminal illness, and level. I continue to document these events on video, and hope to organize
is taking the time to spread the word about NORML, and the positive ef- the footage into a documentary film.”
fects of medicinal Marijuana. Fighting for a cause near and dear to many
people’s hearts, and one that has extended this activist’s life beyond her Q: How has Medical Marijuana made your illness bearable, if at all?
doctor’s projections. Cheryl Shuman, I commend you. What hope does Marijuana provide you with, in dealing with your health
issues?
Q: Cheryl, How long have you been the Executive Director of the Beverly
Hills NORML90210.org? What drew you into being an activist for such a A: “While Cannabis has saved my life thus far, prohibiting the growth,
controversial issue? spread and metastasizing of the tumors throughout my system, I recently
learned that the mere fact that I used Cannabis as an alternative health
A: “I have been an activist for Medical Cannabis since 1987. At the time treatment, could disqualify me from a life-saving organ transplant. My
I was known as the ‘Optician to the Stars’, working with such notable hopes and prayers are that the cannabis medicine that I use daily will
Hollywood stars as Tom Cruise, Brad Pitt, Madonna, Julia Roberts, Arnold keep me alive until the laws can change. One of the most difficult issues
Schwarzenegger and many more. With my business as a licensed opti- I deal with daily, is the fact that since my quality of life has improved,
cian, I knew that Cannabis had healing properties for patients impacted I do not ‘look’ seriously ill. I don’t need a wheelchair, and am no longer
by Glaucoma. In my personal life, I first became a legal medical Canna- hooked up to machines in a hospital bed. My condition is visible through
bis patient in 1997. My doctors had prescribed a number of medications CT Scans, MRI’s, and Ultrasounds.”
for my anxiety, including Xanax and other highly addictive pharmaceuti-
cals. My body didn’t react well to pills, so my physician suggested the use Q: While giving your brief statement in front of the L.A. City Council, did
of medical marijuana. I laughed at the time, because I didn’t drink, had you realize just how impacting your presentation was?
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A: “I had never spoken in front of city council. I had to fight back tears and
emotions, but when my name was called, I tried to condense a lifetime of
experiences in to 60 seconds of testimony. I was terrified and intimidated,
but felt like I had to say something. I had no idea that video cameras were
capturing my testimony and I certainly had no idea that the video would be
spread virally throughout the Internet and make it to other news outlets. It A: “We support the full legalization for responsible adult use of Marijuana
appears that people are responding and I’m happy to try to make a differ- throughout the nation. With my health issues, I am working towards full
ence. After the hearing, I had to return to my home to recover for a few weeks. legalization in my lifetime, which is ‘immediate‘. It is my support and belief
Now I realize that we need to educate the mainstream as to how these laws that with the TaxCannabis2010 initiative on the ballot, we have enormous
are truly impacting patients, families, and the community as a whole. Each momentum in California to pass this bill in the fall. Every ounce of my energy
day we receive hundreds of emails and phone calls asking for guidance on will be working to educate the public, motivating them go get out and VOTE
the latest regulations. The legal system is confusing at best. We need to this law into effect - statewide. It is my strong belief that California leads
clarify concise, and consistent legislation.” the world in Cannabis politics, therefore, I believe that the moment we pass
legalization in California, there will be a domino effect spreading throughout
Q: Are people with medical Marijuana prescriptions really being discriminated the other states.”
against for their Marijuana smoking? “When we have full legalization, with a tax and regulate business
model, the world will see the true benefits of this miraculous plant. We will
A: “Medical Cannabis patients are discriminated against each and every see health improved for millions not only through cannabis medicines, but
day. They are losing their insurance. They are losing their jobs. They are los- through the funding of educational programs, mental health programs,
ing their homes. They are losing their children. Why? Discrimination from support for our veterans suffering from PTSD and other health issues.”
employers, landlords, and government agencies forcing these people to be “We cannot do this alone. It takes a village to make this happen. Our
ruined by the current laws.” mission with Beverly Hills NORML90210.org is to gather our celebrity and
media contacts to produce a Public Service Announcement campaign to
Q: Cheryl, You and NORML90210.org’s co-founder Frederic Rhoades are educate the world about the need and benefits of legalization.”
featured keynote speakers at Hempcon coming to the L.A. Convention Center
Feb 19th -21st , and at the San Francisco San Mateo Event Center, Aug 6th Cheryl Shuman and Frederic Rhoades have worked together starting
-8th. Can you tell me a little bit about what issues you’ll be covering at these a small farm in Northern California, where they hope to bring all their focus
two events? and knowledge to the business of healing. Complying with the Attorney Gen-
eral guidelines of California they formed “Shaman Therapeutics” a Private
A: “Beverly Hills NORML90210.org is thrilled to be working with the respected Non-Profit Medical Cannabis Collective that serves seriously ill patients in
production team of Mega Productions with the 2010 Premiere event of both Northern and Southern California.
HempCon.com and the Medical Marijuana Show on February 19th, 20th & This is an inspirational time in the history for Marijuana. Sometimes
21st at the Los Angeles Convention Center. We are expecting 150,000 peo- one get’s behind an issue because it sounds good, and just feels right. In the
ple to attend the event and learn about the latest legal news impacting case of Cheryl Shuman, it’s not just about fighting for personal freedom’s,
collectives and patients. There will also be educational seminars specifically but fighting for one’s own vital lifeline. It’s a shame that the stuffy political
for women wishing to join the cannabis reform movement, build cannabis side of this issue has swept into the very personal lives of people like Cheryl
related businesses and become politically active.” Shuman, and countless others. Let us thank them for their never-ending
drive, determination, and strong will.
Q: As an activist, and spokeswoman for the NORML causes, what messages Thank you Cheryl for all your hard work. You are an inspiration to many,
would you like people to take from you, and NORML? and your efforts will continue.
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the BS in life. You’re getting work done and making stuff happen. Putting life in motion.
SETTING: SUNNY DAY, Living the dream, with nothing but clear blue skies ahead.
HEADPHONES ON, Blue Dream is a member of the sativa species of Cannabis. A sativa high tends to involve
more thinking, productivity, and increased energy in general. Significant levels of pain
JOINT IN HAND, and nausea are usually also curbed. And while an indica strain will help you to relax,
de-stress, chill out, and/or overcome insomnia, a pure sativa like this should inspire
DAYDREAMING ABOUT exercise, a deep conversation, or an ambitious to-do list.
EVERYTHING AND Fits of laughter and an overwhelming sense of well being are some other nice side
effects. (Why is this stuff illegal again?)
NOTHING AT THE
The physical characteristics of this strain consist of copious red hairs and crystals with
SAME TIME. a moderately sticky and dense feel. The smell is pungent and dank, a smell that almost
gives you a high on its own. Blue Dream is very sweet, both before and after ingestion.
THAT IS WHERE BLUE It has an undeniable fruitiness.
DREAM WILL TAKE YOU. The blue part of its name likely comes from its partial roots in the blueberry strain.
PURE BLISS. Dream is a somewhat odd choice of words, considering sleep is not often a part of
the package. Day dreaming was probably the inspiration. Alternatively, with an indica
you’re likely to dream while sleeping, although you probably won’t remember those
dreams upon awakening.
On the darker side of the Blue Dream, and sativa for that matter, many people become
overwhelmed with paranoia, anxiety, and an increased heart rate. This can be a bit
frightening, but shouldn’t last more than 10-15 minutes. An indica’s negatives would
likely point towards laziness, forgetfulness, and a lack of motivation. Depending on
what you’re needing, these negatives can quickly become refreshing positives.
Overall a very pleasant experience is in store for the Blue Dream toker. It is a fairly
cheap sativa, averaging around $45 for an eighth at most established dispensaries.
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With the glorious, un-glamorous festival season just over the horizon, a lot of us are
itching to see some live tunes now. And while nothing will get your aural juices flowing like Coachella,
Bonnaroo, or the other great music fests, there is still plenty to see & hear in the City of Angels. Here are a
few sweet shows to get you warmed up for the fast approaching spring time! by MICHAEL DILLON
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Boyz II Men
3.6.10 @ Club Nokia (LA Live)
Since Cooleyhighharmony, the Motown legends that are Boyz II Men
have pretty much defined bedroom romance R&B. It’s not quite the end
of the road for the Boyz, as they celebrate 20 years together in 2010.
And in case you haven’t been paying attention, they recently released
a Randy Jackson produced album with a name that pretty much sums
up the Men: Love.
www.boyzIImen.com
Black Rebel
Motorcycle Club
3.11.10, 3.14.10 @ the Echoplex
(Echo Park)
BRMC recently released a 3 Disc live DVD
with footage from sold out shows in
Berlin, Dublin, and Glasgow. Check
that out if you need an idea of what the
San Fran grown, LA based rock band
is all about. They are generally known
for their brand of garage rock, folk
revival, blues, neo-psychedelia, often
coupled with religiously inspired lyrics.
(See our “We Dig This” story that
previews this show on Page XX.)
www.blackrebelmotorcycleclub.com
E-40
3.13.10 @ Key Club
(West Hollywood)
The rap legend E-40, or Earl
Stevens, has been popping out
hip-hop hits since the early 90’s.
Due out in 2010 is his most
recent release, a preemptively
titled double disc, Revenue
Retrievin’ Day Shift & Night
Shift. Be sure to check him out
while he’s still doin’ his live thang.
www.e-40.com
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LA Happy Hours
That Won’t Depress
Your Wallet
Okay, so the economy’s still in the toilet and money seems to be tight but people still need to go
out and get together with their friends. Does this mean we should cut back on our partying and
bar attendance to keep our wallets thick? Heck no! It simply means we should find great happy
hours that serve up tasty cocktails and grub for a fraction of the price. And, lucky for us L.A.
residents, many of the bars and restaurants in the area offer affordable happy hours to keep our
spirits and funds high. Here are just a few:
Barney’s Beanery their HH to the weekend and late night, so check in with
Barney’s Beanery first ignited a spark in West Hol- your local Barney’s to join in on the fun and save money
lywood in 1920 by offering free beer to the thirsty travel- while doing so!
ers in exchange for their license plates, and since then this Hollywood: 8447 Santa Monica Blvd Los Angeles, CA 90069
blaze has spread to Pasadena, Santa Monica, and Burbank. Pasadena: 99 E Colorado Blvd Pasadena, CA 91105
Each of these four locations heat up the LA nightlife, and Santa Monica: 1351 3rd Street Promenade Santa Monica, CA 90401
they offer their own sizzling happy hours, along with a hot Burbank: 250 N 1st St Burbank, CA 91502 (818) 524-2912
line-up of activities such as Wii bowling tournaments, Gui-
tar Hero rock-offs, and karaoke nights. Don’t worry—you Ciudad
won’t find a singing purple dinosaur at Barney’s karaoke! Within the Los Angeles metropolis, there lies a dis-
However, you will find a weekday happy hour from 4-7pm tinct territory of flavor and deals. While situated in this
that supplies $3.50 beer of the month and $5.00 premium Ciudad, you can immerse yourself in flavors from South
drinks (available at some locations), and discounted appe- and Central America, Cuba, Spain, and Portugal, and enjoy
tizers (Did someone say chicken fingers, Irish nachos, moz- the lush and trendy scenery. As a citizen, you can take ad-
zarella sticks, and fried zucchini?). Some locations extend vantage of the weekday happy hour from 4-7, known as the
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Border Grill Happy Hour and indulge in a house mojito, mar- Hennessey’s Tavern
garita, sangria, select beer and wine, and leblon caipirinha for Hennessey’s is a festive Irish tavern that’s conveniently
$4.50 (half off regular price), $3 tacos including cilantro chicke, located in the successive beach cities of Manhattan, Hermo-
carne asada and crispy potato rajas tacos. For $5 they have a sa, and Redondo. You are bound to get lucky every Monday
chef ’s special quesadilla or creamy guacamole. They also have through Friday (4pm-7pm) with $3.00 shots (with the purchase
entre specials during happy hour. of any drink), domestic draft beer for $2.50, $5.00 CaboRitas
445 S. Figueroa St. Los Angeles, CA 90071 (213) 486-5171 (with Cabo Wabo Reposado Tequila), as well as $5 bacardi and
vodka drinks. They also feature delicious shots for $3.50 (made
Buffalo Wild Wings with Tuaca and Bailey’s), their famous vodka “Sweet Tea” for
only $5. Their happy hour nachos are a meal for 2 for $8.50 and
As the name suggests, this is your one stop for wings, and
they also have a yummy giant pretzel for $4.50. The deals don’t
you can enhance these meaty bites with a plethora of sauces
end there; there are early bird dinner specials every day of the
from mild to mango habanero to extremely hot. Don’t be a
week, two-timing Tuesdays, where 2-for-1 breakfast options
chicken—sample the spicy ones! Nothing supplements wings
and burgers are offered. They also feature special value meals
better than an intense sporting match, and these large loca-
for $9.25 which include a complimentary draft beer, house
tions offer multiple flatscreens for you to simultaneously view
wine or a well cocktail. And, if you really want to party like the
all your favorite games. And, if you visit Buffalo Wild Wings
Irish, there is a late night happy hour available Sunday-Thurs-
between Monday-Friday at 4-7pm, you can sip on Bud Light
day from 10pm-closing.
Wheats for $1.50 and receive half-off select appetizers. If you’re
really hungry for wings, stock up on fowl at Wing Tuesdays (50 Manhattan Beach: 313 Manhattan Beach Blvd Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
cents a wing) or Boneless Thursdays. Hermosa Beach: 8 Pier Ave Hermosa Beach, CA 90254
Redondo Beach: 1712 S Catalina Ave. Redondo Beach, CA 90277
Torrance: 3525 W Carson St Torrance, CA 90503
Burbank: 127 E Palm Ave Burbank, CA 91502
Daily Grill
Sure, we’ve all visited a Daily Grill and indulged in sat-
The Cellar isfying comfort food, but did you know they present a hearty
The Cellar is a hidden treasure within a sea of buildings in happy hour Monday through Friday from 4pm-7pm? This
Century City. Stumbling upon this unique bar and grill is like nourishing HH really gives you some bang for your buck (or
finding money in your pocket. They offer a lengthy happy hour three bucks), as for only $2.95 you have a choice to feast on a
Monday through Friday from 4pm-8pm (some evenings until hot dog, hummus and grilled flat bread, BBQ side kicks (meat
9pm). In addition to these drink and appetizer specials (and loaf sandwiched with crispy fried onions), popcorn shrimp,
complimentary chips and salsa): Monday features $10 buckets fried calamari, side kicks (mini cheeseburgers with thousand
of five domestic beers, Taco Tuesday offers dollar tacos (beef island), mac and cheese, or a chicken quesadilla. But wait…
and chicken), karaoke with $3 draft beers, and Wednesday they there’s more: for an additional dollar, you can enjoy spinach ar-
have double well martini specials and $15 draft pitchers. On tichoke dip with crostini toast, seared ahi sashimi, or a chicken
Thursday they feature $4 margaritas, and be sure not to miss pot pie. Yum!
Free Pizza Fridays with $15 pitchers of draft or imported beers. El Segundo: 2121 Rosecrans Ave. El Segundo, CA (310) 524-0700
1880 Century Park E # 102 Los Angeles, CA 90067 Santa Monica: 2501 Colorado Ave. Santa Monica, CA (310) 309-2170
Brentwood: 11677 San Vicente Blvd. Los Angeles, CA (310) 442-0044
Downtown: 612 S. Flower St. Los Angeles, CA (213) 622-4500
Dukes Studio City: 12050 Ventura Blvd. Studio City, CA (818) 769-6336
Dukes is a Hawaiian inspired dining establishment that’s Burbank: 2500 Hollywood Way Burbank, CA (818) 840-6464
situated on the Malibu shore, and it houses the Barefoot Bar,
which allows you to enjoy tasty fare and cocktails amongst the Please keep in mind that happy hours are known to
dancing ocean. Every Monday through Friday from 4pm-6pm, change frequently, so keep updated with your favorite bar to
the happy hour wave comes to shore, and it will splash you with take advantage of its bargains. The important thing is that you
½ priced bar entrees, like a chicken sandwich for $6.25 and a know these hours are there for you, determined to keep you
mango BBQ burger for $7.25 (prices subject to change). Taco “happy” and satiated. The bar industry understands our needs,
Tuesdays supply fish tacos for $2.50 until closing at the bar, Big and L.A. restaurants are determined to keep the party going,
Wednesday Bud and Bud Light draft specials and prizes galore, even in a failing economy! This glorious intoxication will last
and Fridays get the party started with $4 mai tais from 4pm- for hours, so try to eat and share the cookies early in the day.
closing and authentic hula dancers from 5pm-7pm. Then, enjoy your journey to Pleasureland, where everything is
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he perfect THC chocolate chip cookie is a round piece
of culinary heaven — moist, chewy, and tasty. It has a bit
of a kick, but that same chocolaty, gooey goodness you
remember from childhood … and continue to crave. The
best part is that it makes you feel as good as it tastes,
creating an experience that’s simultaneously delicious and
medicinal. It’s the ideal “big kid” treat.
Creating the Cookie
With a few of our tips, the perfect THC chocolate chip anything else you can think of that would enhance the flavor—
cookie is easy to create, making it all that more perfect. You won’t follow your cravings! If you’re feeling extra adventurous, you
have to spend hours slaving away in the kitchen, which means could even lace the chocolate chips and create a doubly effective
you can spend more time enjoying the cookie’s effects. Before you cookie. You can melt some baking chocolate, add some bud but-
bake, preheat the oven to 350. To make the dough, you simply ter, put the melted chocolate onto a cookie sheet (in small balls),
mix together a package of yellow cake mix (yes, cake mix), 2 eggs, then put the tiny morsels in the fridge to harden.
half a cup of vegetable oil (or Smart Balance oil if you’d like to
health it up), and a package of chocolate chips, and then blend the
ingredients into a thick batter.
Baking it Up
Once you have the dough evenly distributed on cookie
Adding the Special Oil sheets, and you’re clear about which cookies are “special” and
which ones aren’t (very important), bake them for about 8-10
Now comes the tricky part, but don’t fret because even the minutes, possibly longer depending on your oven (keep an eye
tricky part isn’t that tricky. You need to make the hemp oil (aka on them). Once the bottoms are golden brown, they’re ready to
the fun part) to add to the dough, but first, you need to decide be savored ... after they cool off of course.
how much weed to incorporate into the mix. If you have about a
joint’s worth, you can make a few potent cookies, and a few joints
will create about 4 cookies (and so on). Therefore, decide how
many “green” cookies you’d like to make, and do the math (the
most thinking you’ll do all day). Be mindful of how much bud
Eating & Enjoying the Cookie
you use to ensure you ingest the proper amount of cookies later. Although the laced cookies taste delicious and you’re go-
Take the small pieces of weed and sauté them in a tiny ing to want to gobble them right up, remember how much weed
bit of oil, just enough to adequately heat the bud to perfection you put into them, and weigh the amount against your toler-
(brown and cooked, but not burnt). This should be done in a ance while you’re munching away. Then, be patient and give the
small pot on low to medium heat. (Remember: you already add- cookie time to work its magic; this high takes around an hour
ed oil to the original mix, so keep the sautéing oil to an extreme and a half to become fully induced.
minimum to avoid over-saturating the dough.) Look at the At first, your unbuzzed mind may tell you to eat more, but
dough to decipher how much will get fused with the “fun” oil. ignore its gluttonous pleas, because you know how much you
(Note: the batter makes around 2 and a half to 3 dozen cookies.) can handle and an overindulgence will come back to haunt you
Once the oil concoction is nice and ready, take the appropriate (not fun). However, the right amount will give you a full body
amount of dough and add it to the pot (literally). Thoroughly high, heightening your senses and elevating your state of mind.
mix the oil into the dough, ensuring it is evenly distributed and And, remember the plethora of regular cookies you whipped up
that each “green” cookie will be equally stimulating. in this process? They will taste better than ever right now! (Be
sure you have some milk on hand.)
This glorious intoxication will last for hours, so try to eat
and share the cookies early in the day. Then, enjoy your journey
Getting Creative to Pleasureland, where everything is humorous and relaxing,
and life is, well, sweet.
If you’re feeling creative, you can add other goodies to the
cookies such as Reese’s Pieces®, M& M’s®, nuts, coconut, or
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CHASING
MULHOLLAND
Sometimes, it’s hard to spot history in Los Angeles. The old is so often thrown away
for the cleaner and safer, or even just the new and improved. One has to look hard at the
tarmac in the Hollywood Hills with a pair of nostalgic eyes to see the glory days gone by.
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MULHOLLAND DRIVE.
Once upon a time these hill roads were dominated by a group Each generation of canyon racers had its own cliques and rock
of passionate, misunderstood people. The freedom sought by the stars. There are stories of one Porsche 911 pilot who would drink to
Mulholland Drive racers isn’t as tangible as that of a surfer, or any complete excess, than rip through the course with savage abandon,
other of California’s well embraced traditions. For better or worse, throwing empty beer cans at slower racers as he shot by.
this is the pastime of the shunned and, at times, the prosecuted. Some of the stories are sure to have been embellished over the
Built in 1924, Mulholland Drive was billed as ‘a gift to Los Angeles.’ years, but that adds to the mystique of it all too.
In reality, the road was built with the same intention as much as the In the 1980s, the scene became a victim of its own success. With the
rest of LA; to make some real estate prospectors rich. The plan was to notoriety the racers had earned over the years came popularity and
connect LA to the San Fernando Valley, and sell houses in between. unwanted attention. Amateurs would come out and push themselves
The idea was solid, but, early on, nobody who invested really stood to beyond their limits with more and more regularity. The scene became
make any sort of money off of the deal. excessively unsafe, even by street-racing standards.
Mulholland did live up to its original billing though. Originally Pairing the growing number of accidents with advancements in
made out of dirt, it was a motoring enthusiasts dream with beautiful technology (and, of course, Ralph Nader), a police crackdown was
vistas and enigmatic bends. Even in the early days, there were stories inevitable. There have been more than a few over the years; one, the
of people like Gary Cooper ravaging the Drive in his supercharged cleverly named ‘Operation Safe Canyons’, was as recent as 2005.
Duesenberg after a long day’s work at the studio.
Today the road has fallen into disrepair. Large cracks in the concrete
The road, however, wouldn’t reach its legendary status until the are tough on cars with sporty suspensions. Traffic has become a
1940s. After World War II, the mechanics returned home with problem too; the road is often cluttered with star map clutching
newfound knowledge of the internal combustion engine, and tourists, and people just trying to commute from their houses.
opinions on how to improve it. Hot-rodding, at least as a facet of
American pop culture, was born. Go out at night or on a weekend and you might spot a dedicated
corps who still head out to put their cars through their paces on
Racing on Mulholland hit its peak from the 1960s through the California’s most notorious canyon road. They are the truly afflicted
1980s. Back then racers and fans alike would come out after sundown who stuck it out through the popularity surge that came from the
and race through the hills. The rules were simple; because overtaking “The Fast and the Furious” movies and the drifting craze.
was too dangerous on the narrow public road, one car would start
in front of the other, if one car could pull away from the other, that In that, the road almost becomes a perfect metaphor for LA as a
car was the winner. Night after night for years, LA’s amateur racers whole. Marred by overpopulation and general government neglect it
would come out to prove who was fastest, just for the hell of it. sits as a shell of glory days gone by, preserved in the actions of the
passionate enthusiast; reliving the glory days of a past lifetime.
There were serious drivers too. Professional racing drivers based
out of LA were said to have taken their race cars out for laps around
Mulholland for quick shakedowns when the racetracks were too far, Do you have any Mulholland Drive stories to tell?
or too expensive. James Dean and Steve McQueen also famously Join the conversation at DailyBuds.com and join
used to hone their skills there. our Mulholland Driving social networking group.
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SK II E D M OUN T EVEREST (1975)
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By DAVID L. HERRICK
Face it, they don’t like us, and the ironic part is we are the It will be nice to see cannabis placed where it really belongs for
least of anyone’s concern. People who use cannabis usually a change -- off of Schedule One and back in the U.S. Pharmacopeia
have stuff. They have houses, cars, computers, televisions, home where it has always belonged.
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By GARY HILLER
With the passage of The Compassionate Use Act (Proposition 215) deadline is one week following the ordinance’s effective date, which will
in 1996, California became the first state to decriminalize personal use, be determined based on when the City Council approves a registration fee
cultivation and possession of medical marijuana. Fourteen years later, structure as is required by the ordinance.
Los Angeles may become the first city to force multiple hundreds of
dispensing cooperatives and collectives to shut down and force scores of Remarkably, because City Attorney Carmen Trutanich’s office controlled
others to attempt to relocate within a limited number of available areas. the drafting of the ordinance rather than the City Council’s staff, final
language in the measure does not even reflect the will of the legislative body
Representing the culmination of years of deliberation, on January 26, that approved it. This occurred because remnants of earlier versions of the
2010, the Los Angeles City Council approved a far-reaching, draconian ordinance, all of which were drafted by the City Attorney’s office, remain in
medical marijuana ordinance by a vote of 9 to 3. The stated purpose and
the final ordinance despite the fact that such remnants directly contradict
intent of the ordinance is “to regulate the collective cultivation of medical
decisive votes taken by the City Council.
marijuana,” and this concept was reiterated on numerous occasions by
council members throughout the course of its work on the ordinance. For example, and perhaps most notably, the Council unanimously
If enforced as drafted, however, the ordinance may look more like an approved an amendment that specifically rejected an on-site cultivation
effort to strangulate, rather than simply regulate, safe access to medical requirement proposed by the City Attorney’s office. The City Attorney
marijuana in Los Angeles. had drafted language that would have prohibited any cooperative from
The ordinance caps the number of dispensing collectives and possessing or providing marijuana that was not cultivated at the current
cooperatives at 70, but permits between approximately 137 and 150 of or previous “location of the collective.” By a vote of 13-0 on December
the 186 pre-ICO entities (those that filed with the City Clerk’s office on 8, 2009, the Council replaced that language with amendment “DD”
or before November 13, 2007 pursuant to Interim Control Ordinance proposed by Councilman Ed Reyes that simply requires all marijuana to
No. 179,027) to apply to continue operations, provided that such entities be “cultivated by the collective in strict accordance with State Law and
comply with two requirements set forth in the ordinance regarding this article.”
location. First, such entities must not be within 1000 feet of a school,
park, public library, religious institution, child care facility, youth center, Despite this clear statement of intent by the City Council to reject an
substance abuse rehabilitation center, or any other medical marijuana on-site cultivation requirement, a later section of the final ordinance
dispensary. Second, such entities may not be on a lot that is abutting, (Section 45.19.6.3(B)(10)) prohibits providing medical marijuana to any
across the street or alley from, or having a common corner with, a persons other than members who participate in the collectively cultivation
residentially zoned lot or a lot improved with a residential use, including of marijuana “at or upon the location of that collective.” A remnant of
a mixed use residential building. the City Attorney’s on-site cultivation requirement also appears in the
definition of “Medical marijuana collective” which refers to individuals
In addition to placing constraints that will severely limit where “who associate at a particular location to collectively or cooperatively
dispensing collectives or cooperatives may be located, the ordinance also cultivate marijuana for medical purposes. . . .”
imposes many wide-ranging operational requirements including, but
not limited to, cultivation, security, surveillance, community relations, THE CITY COUNCIL UNANIMOUSLY REJECTED AN ON-SITE
on-site activities, audits, recordkeeping, compensation, reimbursements, CULTIVATION REQUIREMENT.
inventory storage and quantity limits, banking procedures, product
testing, hours of operation, membership, signage, lighting, and fire and STATE LAW DOES NOT REQUIRE ON-SITE CULTIVATION.
burglar monitoring.
State appellate courts have not interpreted the 1996 Compassionate
The ordinance also includes a detailed timetable of mandatory actions Use Act or the 2003 Medical Marijuana Program Act as requiring on-
and requires operators to be in a position to act quickly. The first key site cultivation.
California Attorney General’s August 2008 Guidelines for the Security
and Non-Diversion of Marijuana Grown for Medical Use specifically
states that cooperatives “should acquire marijuana only from their
constituent members” and “then allocate it to other members of the
group” --- clearly indicating that cultivation should not, and cannot, be
conducted at a single location.
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