The purpose of this chapter is to expressly prohibit the establishment of industrial hemp cultivation in the city. The City Council finds that a prohibition on industrial hemp is necessary for the preservation and protection of the public health, safety, and welfare of the city and its residents. The prohibition of such uses is within the authority conferred upon the City Council by state law and is an exercise of its police powers to enact and enforce regulations for the public health, safety, and welfare of the city and its residents. Nothing in this chapter shall be interpreted to conflict with state law.
(Ord. 1296, passed 5-20-20)