Orange County City Looks to Recoup Lost Revenue Through Cannabis Sales
Costa Mesa is moving forward with its cannabis retail plans as it tries to offset revenue lost amid the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.
During a Feb. 23 special study session, city council will discuss a staffing plan for implementing Costa Mesa’s retail cannabis tax. The move comes after voters last November passed a ballot measure that will allow the city to permit storefront sales of the drug.
Measure Q is Costa Mesa’s retail cannabis tax and regulation measure. It allows for recreational cannabis dispensaries and deliveries to operate within the guidelines adopted by city council.