(A) Definitions. For the purpose of this section, the following definitions shall apply.
CANNABIS FLOWER, CANNABIS PRODUCTS AND LOWER-POTENCY HEMP EDIBLES. These terms shall have the meanings as defined in M.S. § 342.01.
PUBLIC PLACE. Property that is generally open to or accessible by the public, except on those premises licensed by the state to permit on-site consumption.
PUBLIC PROPERTY. Real and personal property owned, managed or controlled by the city, including city buildings and surrounding land, parking lots, parks, trails and city rights-of-way consisting of both the traveled portion and the abutting boulevard, sidewalks and trails, and any city personal property, including motor vehicles and equipment.
(B) Prohibited acts. No person shall use cannabis flower, cannabis products, or lower-potency hemp edibles in beverage form in a public place or on public property, except lower-potency hemp edibles in beverage form in non-glass containers are allowed during an approved social event pursuant to a permit issued by the City Council.
(C) Penalty. A violation of this section is a petty misdemeanor.
(Ord. 2023-06, passed 8-28-2023)