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HomeMy WebLinkAboutC-20-1 Sanveer Chhina RedactedApplicant (Entity) Information Application Type Proposed Location Commercial Cannabis Business Permit Application C-20-1 Submitted On: Nov 28, 2020 Applicant Sanveer Chhina Applicant (Entity) Name: Sanveer Chhina DBA: -- Physical Address: 2330 E Kaviland Ave City: Fresno State: CA Zip Code: 93706 Primary Contact Same as Above? Yes Primary Contact Name: Sanveer Chhina Primary Contact Title: Owner Primary Contact Phone: Primary Contact Email:HAS ANY INDIVIDUAL IN THIS APPLICATION APPLIED FOR ANY OTHER CANNABIS PERMIT IN THE CITY OF FRESNO?: No Select one or more of the following categories. For each category, indicate whether you are applying for Adult-Use (“A”) or/and Medicinal (“M”) or both Adult Use Please make one selection for permit type. If making multiple applications, please submit a new application for each permit type and proposed location. Permit Type Retail (Storefront) Business Formation Documentation: Sole Proprietorship Property Owner Name: Jagdeep Chhina Proposed Location Address: 2330 E Kaviland Ave City: Fresno State: CA Zip Code: 93706 Property Owner Phone: Property Owner Email:Assessor's Parcel Number (APN): 47922432 Proposed Location Square Footage: Owner State: CA Owner Zip: 93611 Has Owner Completed Background Check Application? Yes Ownership Percentage (%): 100 1.1 Owner Qualifications My name is Sanveer Chhina and I am applying for a City of Fresno Commercial Cannabis Permit for a future retail cannabis business. I am a University of California, Davis graduate with a Bachelor’s Degree in Economics. I have multiple years of experience in the fields of sales, retail, distribution, logistics and engineering. I graduated from UC Davis in June of 2019 and decided to move back home to Fresno to focus my efforts on the benefit of my family and my community. I have been working at a local engineering firm since August of 2019. Through my work at the engineering firm I have gained familiarity with state and federal codes a nd understand how to comply with all requirements. I have experience running a business through my work with the family supply chain and logistics business. I began with accounting, accounts payable and receivable, and through my years of efforts have worked my way up to becoming a key decision maker within the business. Throughout college, I remained focus on the operations and growth of the business while taking a full load of classes. This has taught me principles such as dedication, hard work and integrity. I am very eager to join the emerging commercial cannabis sector in my hometown and to possibly become a forerunner in the industry. 1.2 Budget for Construction, Operation, Maintenance, Compensation for Employees, Equipment Costs, Utility Costs and other Operation Costs 1.5 Hours of Operation & Opening and Closing Procedures The hours of operation will be Sunday-Saturday, 10 AM – 9 PM, closed on major holidays. Opening procedures will consist of the keyholder or manager on duty unlocking the store, opening gates, turning off alarm, checking beginning inventory and preparing for customers by reading any emails/messages left by the closing personnel. Opener will arrive at least 30 minutes prior to opening to ensure readiness. If there is any evidence of tampering with the lock, cameras or attempted break in, authorities will be cont acted immediately and business shall not begin until a full investigation is completed. If everything looks good, the lights will be turned on and the safe will be opened with cash placed in respective drawers. Inventory will be moved behind the counter and computers and POS will be activated. Air conditioning/heating, music, displays will be turned on. Burglar alarm will be activated. Front door and exit doors will remain locked until all other employees arrive. 1.6.1 Daily Operations i. Customers will check in with security prior to entering the facility. Security will confirm the customer is of legal age to purchase recreational cannabis through a government issued ID. Paper ID’s, school ID’s, etc. will not be accepted. Once they are verified with the security, they will be allowed inside the facility. Inside they will meet the receptionist who will register them in the system and scan the ID for validity. Once this process is completed, the receptionist will unlock the door to the retail area for the customer to begin their transaction. Once customers have purchased their product, it will be placed in a child proof bag which may not be opened on the premises and they will be directed to the exit. Exit will be clearly marked and will be a separate door from the entrance. This will be used for exit only. ii. iii. POS system to be used is Proteus420, there will be 2 POS locations. iv. Estimated number of customers per day is 100, per hour this is 9 -10 customers. A maximum of 5 customers will be allowed inside the retail space at a time. The remaining customers will have to wait at the reception area. v. Products served will be a combination of flower, edibles, topicals and concentrates. The percentage of each is 40%, 20%, 20% and 20%, respectively. vi. Delivery service is not proposed. 2.1 Living Wage 2.2 Benefits Full time employees will receive benefits in the form of health care, employer match 401k program, paid 2-week vacation and paid medical leave. We will make every effort to support our employees and promote their growth with a plan for tuition reimbursement as well. 2.3 Continuing Education and Employee Training We will be committed to the promotion of growth of our employees. This includes and is not limited to only tuition reimbursement or employee training. Employees who choose to pursue a higher education will have the opportunity to have their tuition and other costs of school reimbursed by the employer. Employees will be provided hands on training to the fullest extent. 2.4 Business Plan to Recruit Individuals listed in 9-3316 (b) (1) of the FMC 100% of the employees hired for this business will be local. We will be committed to hiring individuals listed under section 9-3316 (b) (1) of the Fresno Municipal Code for a minimum of 1/3 of the total annual w ork hours of the business. We will place an extra emphasis on hiring individuals who have an annual family income below 80% AMI, veterans and individuals who lived in a low to moderate income census tract or are receiving public assistance. 2.5 Locally Managed Enterprise This business will be 100% locally owned and managed. I, Sanveer Chhina, will own and manage the business. I have grown up in Fresno and graduated from Clovis East High School. I am strong to my roots and have a deep connection to the City and am committed to making it a better place. My father, Jagdeep Chhina, has owned a commercial supply chain and logistics business based in Fresno since 2009. I have helped grow the family business while attending university and working full time. I would make an excellent business owner through my experience working in retail environments and helping run the family business. 2.6 Employees and Responsibilities 1 Store manager will be hired to oversee the business maintenance including but not limited to HVAC, plumbing, repairs, cleanliness, technology, oversee employees and to ensure the business is running efficiently. 4 Bud-Tenders will be hired to professionally serve customers. The bud-tenders will be responsible for exceptional customer service, hospitality and information for the customers. 2 receptionists will be hired to check customers in and to ensure the retail facility has not exceeded the 5-customer limit. Security will be hired through an outside consultant whom meets all industry requirements. A minimum of one security guard outside and one security guard inside will be onsite at all times during business hours. 2.7 Labor Peace Agreement This business will have 5 or more employees. A labor peace agreement will be signed, allowing employees to unionize without interference. 2.8 Workforce Plan 2.8.1 We will be committed to hiring 100% local employees from Fresno. The requirements will be to have lived in Fresno as the primary residence for a minimum of 3 years prior to date of hire. 2.8.2 We will be committed to offering apprenticeships and/or tuition reimbursement for employees per sections 2.2 and 2.3. 2.8.3 A living wage will be provided to all employees per section 2.1. 2.9 Social Equity Business Incubator We will be dedicated to serving the social equity businesses in the form of mentorship, training, equipment donation, shelf space, legal assistance, financial services assistance or any other technical support as needed. 3.1 Complaints Regarding Noise, Light, Odor, Litter, Traffic Noise - Complaints related to noise will be addressed immediately. Staff will be instructed to ensure music is not heard outside of the premises; customers will be asked to please respect the neighbors need for peace. Light - Lights will be constructed as to not affect the public right-of-way. If complaints for light are received, the issue will be addressed immediately. Lights will be adjusted to not cause future problems. Odor – Customers will not be allowed to consume products on the property. Complaints related to odor will be handled immediately. A full search of the property will be completed to locate the source of the odor leak and every effort will be made to contain the odor in the building. Litter – Litter will be cleaned from the property daily. Any complaints regarding litter will be handled immediately and any litter will be picked up immediately. Traffic – Complaints for vehicle and pedestrian traffic will be handled immediately. Vehicles and pedestrians will be routed to not interfere with the public right-of-way. 3.2 Avoid Becoming a Nuisance The facility will be constructed as to avoid becoming a nuisance or having impacts on the neighbors and the surrounding community. It will be managed as a clean and professional business where customers may purchase their products but will not be allowed to consume on-site nor congregate on or close to the premises. If any issues or complaints arise, they will be handled immediately in order to avoid problems in the future. 3.3 Odor Mitigation Practices Active measures will be made to eliminate any cannabis odor that may potentially emanate from the facility to mitigate disturbances to local businesses and residents. Doors and windows will remain closed at all times. There are several industry best practices we will install to ensure the air poses zero health risks to any employee or visitor, and the surrounding businesses. Polarized filters with activated carbon inser ts will be used to provide medical-grade quality air to the facility. Carbon scrubbers will be installed in the storage room, where the highest concentration of product is located. Ozone generators will also be utilized to eliminate virtually all odor on a molecular level. Any air emitted from the facility will be dual-filtered through HEPA and charcoal filters to ensure clean, odor-free air. Air curtains will also be used to reduce flying insect infiltration, maintain stable temperatures and contain odor. House plants will be located throughout the premises to naturally purify the air. 3.4 Potential Sources of Odor Potential sources of odor are the products that will be sold, including but not limited to cannabis flower. The business will not produce any of the products sold. Flower and other products will come pre-packaged in sealed bags. No product will be opened outside of the facility, in the parking lot or in the public right -of-way. 3.5 Odor Control Devices . There are several industry best practices we will install to ensure the air poses zero health risks to any employee or visitor, and the surrounding businesses. Polarized filters with activated carbon inserts will be used to provide medical-grade quality air to the facility. Carbon scrubbers will be installed in the storage room, where the highest concentration of product is located. Ozone generators will also be utilized to eliminate virtually all odor on a molecular level. Any air emitted from the facility will be dual-filtered through HEPA and charcoal filters to ensure clean, odor-free air. Air curtains will also be used to reduce flying insect infiltration, maintain stable temperatures and contain odor. House plants will be located throughout the premises to naturally purify the air. 3.6 Staff Odor Training and System Maintenance Staff will be trained specifically for odor mitigation. The importance of keeping doors shut, changing carbon filters and ensuring devices are running efficiently will be taught. Monthly staff meeting will occur where topics such as odor mitigation are discussed. A Carbon filter report card will be maintained and filled out after every change by the manager on duty. Every odor emitting room will be continuously monitored with daily inspections for odor. The manager on duty will be responsible for ensuring all devices (and plants) are up to standard and if items need to be repaired or replaced it will be done immediately. 3.7 Waste Management Plan The retail store will not accrue much waste as compared to a commercial grow house. Nonetheless, employees will be trained in the proper procedures for handling and disposing of materials. All waste materials will be stored in the facility, locked until th e cannabis waste consultant securely picks up the waste at the scheduled time. 4.1 Prepared and/or Assessed by a Professional Fire Prevention Consultant The Safety Plan will be prepared or assessed by a professional fire prevention and suppression consultant. We will ensure to adhere to all safety requirements. 4.2 Accident and Incident Reporting Procedures Accidents and incidents will be reported immediately. If needed, emergency service s will be contacted. An accident and incident management team will be responsible for handling any situations that may arise. The team will consist of the owner, store manager and the shift lead. The three will work hand in hand to resolve the issue and report to the necessary authorities. 4.3 Evacuation Routes The building has not been constructed. Evacuation routes will be provided per California Building Code and Fresno Municipal Code, reviewed and approved by the City of Fresno. The evacuation routes will be assessed by the Fire Prevention and Suppression Consultant. 4.4 Fire Suppression Equipment Fire extinguishers will be placed in the reception area, retail area, storage area, office space and anywhere else deemed necessary by the Fire Prevention and Suppression Consultant. Fire sprinklers will also be installed if required. 4.5 Procedures and Training for Fire and Medical Emergencies Staff will be trained to follow protocol for fire and medical emergencies. If necessary, emergency services will be contacted immediately. In the case of a fire, a fire extinguisher shall be used if the fire is easily containable. If a fire extinguisher cannot extinguish the flame, the premises is to be evacuated immediately and emergency services are to be contacted. Staff and customers are to meet in the parking lot a minimum of 500 feet away from the building. The owner is to be notified immediately after calling emergency services. Business operations must halt in the event of a fire or medical emergency. 5.1 Prepared and/or Assessed by a Professional Security Consultant The Security Plan will be prepared or assessed by a Professional Security Consultant. All requirements will be met. 5.2 Premises Diagram The facility has not been constructed. The lot is currently vacant with no standing structures. A security diagram will be provided once it is deemed required. For any questions or concerns feel free to contact Sanveer Chhina at 5.3 Intrusion Alarm and Monitoring System 5.4 Cash Handling Procedures The business will take cash and debit card as acceptable forms of payment. Customers who pay with cash will do so at the POS location. The budtender will take their payment, if change is required it will be given. At the end of each business day, a bank deposit will be created and slipped into the safe. The owner will personally transport all deposits to the bank at sporadic intervals during different times of the business day. Vendor armor carrier vehicles will need to be confirmed by a manager or the owner. 5.5 On-Site Security On-site security guards will be used. The security guards will be hired through a security consultant with experience in the cannabis business and all regulations will be met. 6.1 Proposed Location The proposed commercial cannabis retail business will be located at 2330 E Kaviland Ave, Fresno, CA 93706. APN 479-224-32. This lot is currently vacant. There is no existing structure on site. If the permit is granted, a complete site plan shall be provide d. For any questions, please contact . 6.2 Street Side of Vacant Lot 6.3 Premises Diagram If the permit is granted, a complete site plan will be provided. For any questions, please contact . 7.1 Social Responsibility Plan This business will provide many benefits to the community. The first benefit will be the creation of high paying jobs. This will directly affect the quality of life of the future employees and will allow them to care for themselves and their families. We will also participate in local non-profits, community-based organizations and social services organizations. The team will volunteer to support the local community in fund raisers and events. We will be committed to providing funding for and hosting clinics and outreach services. 7.1.2 The business model will be sustainable. The building will be energy efficient and vehicles will be as well. 7.1.3 A vacant brownfield will be utilized for the business to promote growth in the area. 7.2 Public Health Outreach A public health outreach and educational program will be in full affect within 5 years of business operation. The business will outline the risks of youth use of cannabis and identify resources available to youth related to drugs and drug addiction. 7.3 Fresno Community Reinvestment Fund Yes, the business does plan to contribute to the Fresno Community Reinvestment Fund. We will help establish and support local cannabis equity businesses to the fullest of our ability. Payment Detail Report Record: P20-04536 Zoning Inquiry Address: 2330 E KAVILAND AVE , FRESNO 93706 APN: 47922432