Oaksterdam News - Two new dispensaries to open in Oakland

Dear Friend,

On Monday, April 2, my school -- Oaksterdam University in Oakland -- was raided by the DEA, IRS, and US Marshals. Oaksterdam provides training to the medical cannabis industry, and is fully compliant with state and local law.

President Obama promised at the beginning of his administration to respect state medical marijuana laws. He has broken this promise time and time again -- and the consequences have been devastating.

This was a senseless act of intimidation. But I've been an activist far too long to become intimidated -- and with the majority of Americans and common sense on our side, I know this is a fight we can win.

With our government trillions in debt, why is our government using taxpayer dollars to come after me, Oaksterdam, and the thousands of patients who need medical marijuana just to get through the day?

Tell President Obama and the DEA: Enough is enough. Keep your campaign promise, and stop the raids on the medical cannabis industry!

Thanks for your support,

Richard Lee

National Cannabis Industry Association

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WASHINGTON, D.C. -- In the wake of recent attacks on medical marijuana providers and patients by multiple branches of the federal government, including Monday's raids on Oaksterdam University in Oakland, CA, a coalition of six national drug policy reform organizations is appealing to President Obama and his administration to follow its own previously stated policies respecting state medical marijuana laws. In the letter, posted in full below, the organizations call on the Obama administration to bring an end to the federal government’s ongoing campaign to undermine state efforts to regulate safe and legal access to medical marijuana for those patients who rely on it.

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Two new dispensaries to open in Oakland

Saturday, 10 June 2006

In two long awaited announcements, the City of Oakland recently released the names of its final choices to receive medical cannabis dispensary licenses.

   Keith Stephenson won approval for his proposal for a facility at 415 Fourth St, downtown between Broadway and Franklin. Stephen DeAngelo and David Wedding Dress were approved for a dispensary at 1840 Embarcadero, on the waterfront at the 16th Avenue exit on the 880 freeway.

The decision ends several months of suspense and speculation that began when the City declined to renew licenses for two of its legally mandated four dispensaries, citing building code violations and other irregularities. The City Manager’s office then launched a new, more rigorous application process for would-be replacement dispensary operators.

   This included criminal background checks; proof of adequate capitalization; staffing, security and business plans; a location that met strict zoning requirements; a legal test; and an interview with the City Manager. Despite these demanding requirements, 11 applicants participated in the highly competitive procedure.

   Stephenson is Oakland’s first African-American licensed dispensary operator. In his public hearing he stressed his deep ties to the local community, and his willingness to fully and faithfully comply with all City regulations. Stephenson also stressed the insights gained through his own experiences as a medical cannabis patient, referring to himself as the “primary patient” rather than CEO.

   DeAngelo and Wedding Dress offer the Harborside Health Center, a state-of-the-art, 6500 sq. ft. facility, with easy freeway access, parking for fifty cars, and a holistic health care clinic. Both DeAngelo and Wedding Dress have long backgrounds in the activist community, as well as extensive business experience.

   They promise a not-for-profit, community-service oriented dispensary that will provide superb customer service in unparalleled surroundings.

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Saturday, 10 June 2006
In two long awaited announcements, the City of Oakland recently released the names of its final choices to receive medical cannabis dispensary licenses. Keith Stephenson won approval for his proposal for a facility at 415 Fourth St, downtown between Broadway and Franklin. Stephen DeAngelo and David Wedding Dress were approved for a dispensary at 1840 Embarcadero, on the waterfront at the 16th Avenue exit on the 880 freeway. The decision ends several months of suspense and speculation that began when the City declined to renew licenses for two of its legally mandated four dispensaries, citing building code violations and other irregularities. The City Manager’s office then launched a new, more rigorous application process for would-be replacement dispensary operators. This included criminal background checks; proof of adequate capitalization; staffing, security and business plans; a location that met strict zoning requirements; a legal test; and an interview with the City Manager. Despite these demanding requirements, 11 applicants participated in the highly competitive procedure. Stephenson is Oakland’s first African-American licensed dispensary operator. In his public hearing he stressed his deep ties to the local community, and his willingness to fully and faithfully comply with all City regulations. Stephenson also stressed the insights gained through his own experiences as a medical cannabis patient, referring to himself as the “primary patient” rather than CEO. DeAngelo and Wedding Dress offer the Harborside Health Center, a state-of-the-art, 6500 sq. ft. facility, with easy freeway access, parking for fifty cars, and a holistic health care clinic. Both DeAngelo and Wedding Dress have long backgrounds in the activist community, as well as extensive business experience. They promise a not-for-profit, community-service oriented dispensary that will provide superb customer service in unparalleled surroundings. Related Articles: NORML convention returns to SF Courage under fire in San Diego OCBC gets Alameda county contract, retains its own cards Part three in our series: Odam News visits SF dispensaries Eight counties and 23 cities regulate cannabis outlets
Last Updated ( Sunday, 20 August 2006 )