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Request for Information on Non-Profit Support from New Cannabis Business

Original title: Re: 7R1- y/z Resolution of Support Community Benefit Organization Council Member Anibal Ramos, Jr. requested a listing of the local non-profits which will benefit from the passage of the above mentioned legislation and the opening of the Uncle Bob cannabis business.

May 20, 2026

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The Frame

What this does

This document initiates a formal inquiry into the community benefit agreements associated with the opening of a specific cannabis business, which will determine which local organizations receive funding or resources.

Who is mentioned in the record

Potentially affected actors named in the source documents. Mention is not a position.

Anibal Ramos, Jr.

As the requester, he is seeking specific information to be provided to the Council.

Local non-profits

These organizations are the subject of the inquiry regarding potential support from the cannabis business.

Uncle Bob (cannabis business)

The business is linked to the community benefit requirements being reviewed by the Council.

What changed

Last recorded activity May 20, 2026.

What's next

Next step not available in the current record.

Summary

Council Member Anibal Ramos, Jr. has requested a formal list of local non-profit organizations that are expected to receive support following the approval of a resolution and the opening of a new cannabis business named 'Uncle Bob'.

Key Facts

  • Council Member Anibal Ramos, Jr. requested a list of local non-profits.
  • The requested list pertains to organizations receiving support from the passage of resolution 7R1- y/z.
  • The support is linked to the opening of a cannabis business named 'Uncle Bob'.
  • The file number for this request is 26-0847.
  • The request was introduced on June 1, 2026.

Why It Matters

This document initiates a formal inquiry into the community benefit agreements associated with the opening of a specific cannabis business, which will determine which local organizations receive funding or resources.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the purpose of this document?
It is a formal request by a Council Member to identify which local non-profits will receive support from a new cannabis business.
Has the list of non-profits been released yet?
No, the document indicates the request has been filed, but does not contain the list itself.

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Discoveries

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policy shift80% confidence

Cannabis Community Benefit Oversight

The council is actively tracking the distribution of community benefits tied to the licensing of new cannabis businesses.

Connected Entities

organizationMunicipal CouncilThe governing body receiving the request.Map →
organizationUncle BobMap →

Sources

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  • Controversy20
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