Cannabis in Arizona local government
What Arizona city councils, county boards and school districts are deciding about cannabis — plain-English summaries written from official agendas and minutes, updated as meetings happen.
16 Arizona meetings since 2024 covered cannabis. Counts are directional — coverage varies by place and platform.
Places in Arizona with the most cannabis activity
- Pinetop-Lakeside, AZ (5)
- Mesa, AZ (3)
- Clarkdale, AZ (2)
- Prescott Valley, AZ (2)
- Sahuarita, AZ (1)
- Quartzsite, AZ (1)
- Apache Junction, AZ (1)
- Camp Verde, AZ (1)
Latest matching meetings
Public hearing on marijuana dispensary zoning rules
The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and may vote on a text amendment to Town Code Section 18.42 (Business Zones) regulating marijuana dispensary uses. They will also discuss American Planning Association membership benefits and hear a director's report.
Council to vote on fee hikes, marijuana code changes
The Town Council will hold public hearings and consider adopting a new FY2026-2027 fee schedule with increases for electric and gas permits, and adding a notary fee. They will also hold public hearings on amending medical and recreational marijuana codes. Additionally, they will discuss approving contract amendments…
Commission to consider updates to medical and recreational marijuana codes
The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings to discuss amending town codes regarding marijuana dispensaries. Key points of discussion include increasing the maximum allowable building size and establishing distance buffers from family recreation facilities.
Commission will discuss Town Code Chapters 17.102 and 17.114 on marijuana
The Planning & Zoning Commission meeting on March 12, 2026 will vote to approve the regular meeting minutes from December 11, 2025 and the work session minutes from February 12, 2026. It will discuss Town Code Chapter 17.102 (medical marijuana) and Chapter 17.114 (recreational marijuana) with no formal action taken…
Council to consider medical marijuana dispensary ordinance and related licenses
The Pinetop‑Lakeside Town Council will approve the minutes from February 19, 2026, and then address several agenda items. Items include a recommendation for a special event liquor license and a bingo license for the White Mountain Community Center, an appointment to the Planning and Zoning Commission, a public hearing…
Council to vote on ordinance updating dispensary operating hours
The Quartzsite Common Council will consider Ordinance 26-04, which updates operating hours for medical and adult marijuana dispensaries. The agenda also includes a discussion-only item on closing I-10 Exit 17 for approximately three months during interchange construction, reappointments to the Parks, Cultural, and…
Town Council to review 2025 financial audit and medical marijuana zoning updates
The Town Council will discuss and potentially act on the 2025 annual audited financial statements and a zoning code amendment regarding medical marijuana. The body will also consider matters related to the Benatz Trail Warehouse and downtown retail space.
Planning Commission to consider zoning changes for medical marijuana
The Planning Commission will meet to discuss and possibly act on a zoning code amendment. The primary item is an ordinance to align town code with state law regarding medical marijuana.
Preliminary design review of Fujifilm PAD Expansion (approximately 79,745 sq ft) in District 6
The Design Review Board will discuss and provide direction on four preliminary design review cases: the Fujifilm PAD Expansion, a 202 RV Valet Storage expansion, a Department of Child Safety office building, and a Mint Dispensary expansion. The board’s role is advisory; it will not approve or deny the proposals. The…
Board of Adjustment to review RV park modification and dispensary permit
The Board of Adjustment will consider three land-use cases, including a setback reduction for an RV subdivision and a permit for a marijuana dispensary. One case regarding a detached structure is recommended for continuance.
Town Council to consider liquor license and marijuana delivery ordinance
The Prescott Valley Town Council will hold public hearings regarding a liquor license and a proposed annexation. The body will also consider amendments to the town code concerning marijuana delivery and right-of-way permits.
Planning commission to consider marijuana zoning code amendment
The Prescott Valley Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on amending Town Code Section 13-08-040, which regulates marijuana uses in the zoning code. They will also hold a hearing on zoning case ZMC25-007 (YAMPA). The commission may also approve minutes from previous meetings.
Commission to consider amendments to medical and recreational marijuana codes
The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings to discuss amending Town Code Chapters 17.102 and 17.114 to align medical and recreational marijuana regulations with state statutes. The body will also select its Chair and Vice Chair for the 2025-2026 term.
Mesa P&Z Board to review zoning cases and city code amendments
The Mesa Planning and Zoning Board will consider approval for several commercial site plans and recommend city code changes regarding Form-Based Code, marijuana sales, and land divisions. The board will also discuss a proposed Culver's drive-thru modification.
Commission to consider permit for marijuana cultivation facility
The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing to discuss a Conditional Use Permit. The body is considering whether to allow a marijuana cultivation and infusion kitchen facility to continue operations under new ownership.
Council to discuss retail marijuana, tourism marketing plan
The Town Council will receive a presentation on a strategic tourism marketing plan funded by a $43,000 grant, including a $10,000 town share. Council will discuss retail marijuana and consider possible direction. A presentation on code enforcement administrative policies is also scheduled.