HomeMy WebLinkAboutC-20-11 Medallion Wellness Fresno RedactedApplicant (Entity) Information
Application Type
Proposed Location
Commercial Cannabis Business
Permit Application
C-20-11
Submitted On: Dec 03, 2020
Applicant
Michael O'Leary
michael@medallionwellness.com
Applicant (Entity) Name:
MW Fresno Inc.
DBA:
Medallion Wellness Fresno
Physical Address:
4854 N Blackstone
City:
Fresno
State:
CA
Zip Code:
93726
Primary Contact Same as Above?
No
Primary Contact Name:
Zachary Drivon
Primary Contact Title:
Chief Legal Officer
Primary Contact Address:
2904 Pacific Ave
Primary Contact City:
Stockton
Primary Contact State:
CA
Primary Contact Zip Code:
95204
Primary Contact Phone:
209-915-5516
Primary Contact Email:
zach@drivonconsulting.com
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
Both
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:
Corporation
Property Owner Name:
Knott Properties
Proposed Location Address:
4854 Blackstone Ave
City:
Fresno
State:
CA
Zip Code:Property Owner Phone:
Supporting Information
Application Certification
Owner Information
93726 559-288-2120
Property Owner Email:Assessor's Parcel Number (APN):
42708121
Proposed Location Square Footage:
7550
List all fictitious business names the applicant is operating under including the address where each business is located:
Medallion Wellness Fresno
Has the Applicant or any of its owners been the subject of any
administrative action, including but not limited to suspension,
denial, or revocation of a cannabis business license at any time
during the past three (3) years?
No
Is the Applicant or any of its owners currently involved in an
application process in any other jurisdiction?
No
I hereby certify, under penalty of perjury, on behalf of myself
and all owners, managers and supervisors identified in this
application that the statements and information furnished in this
application and the attached exhibits present the data and
information required for this initial evaluation to the best of my
ability, and that the facts, statements, and information
presented are true and correct to the best of my knowledge and
belief. I understand that a misrepresentation of fact is cause for
rejection of this application, denial of the permit, or revocation
of a permit issued.
In addition, I understand that the filing of this application grants
the City of Fresno permission to reproduce submitted materials
for distribution to staff, Commission, Board and City Council
Members, and other Agencies to process the application.
Nothing in this consent, however, shall entitle any person to
make use of the intellectual property in plans, exhibits, and
photographs for any purpose unrelated to the City's
consideration of this application.
Furthermore, by submitting this application, I understand and
agree that any business resulting from an approval shall be
maintained and operated in accordance with requirements of
the City of Fresno Municipal Code and State law. Under penalty
of perjury, I hereby declare that the information contained in
within and submitted with the application is true, complete, and
accurate. Iunderstand that a misrepresentation of the facts is
cause for rejection of this application, denial of a permit or
revocation of an issued permit. A denial or revocation on these
grounds shall not be appealable (FMC 9-3319(d)).
Name and Digital Signature
true
Title
Chief Executive Officer
Please note: the issuance of a permit will be determined based
on the application you submit and any major changes to your
business or proposal (i.e. ownership, location, etc.) after your
application is submitted may result in a denial.
All applications submitted are considered public documents for
Public Records Act request purposes.
For details about the information required as part of the
application process, see the Application Procedures &
Guidelines, City of Fresno Municipal Code Article 33 and any
additional requirements to complete the application process. All
documents can be found online via this link.
For questions please contact the City Manager’s Office at
559.621.5555.
Owner Name:
Michael O'Leary
Owner Title:
CEO
Owner Address:
4213 McHenry Ave
Owner City:
Modesto
Owner State:
CA
Owner Zip:
95356
Has Owner Completed Background Check Application?
Yes
Ownership Percentage (%):
50
Owner Name:
Zachary Drivon
Owner Title:
Chief Legal Officer
Owner Address:
2904 Pacific Ave
Owner City:
Stockton
Owner State:
CA
Owner Zip:
95204
Has Owner Completed Background Check Application?
Yes
Ownership Percentage (%):
10
Owner Name:
Ninef Peyour
Owner Title:
CFO
Owner Address:
4622 Glass Ct.
Owner City:
Modesto
Owner State:
CA
Owner Zip:
95336
Has Owner Completed Background Check Application?
Yes
Ownership Percentage (%):
40
and Waterford. Its Atwater location has been operating since September 2019, and
Medallion Waterford recently opened in May 2020, with Modesto and Merced set to
open later this year.
Finally, Medallion’s principals have established a thriving, vertically integrated network
of cannabis businesses operating in every sector of the operational commercial
cannabis space. As ‘Medallion’ or its business network counterparts: WonderTree
Distribution, TruLeaf, Inc. and Vulture Farms and Processing Corporation ('Vulture'), in
addition to three (3) active Retail locations Medallion maintains the ability to produce
products 'in house', with an active indoor cultivation and manufacturing facility in
Stanislaus County (TruLeaf) and an active outdoor cultivation facility in Calaveras
County (Vulture). Its affiliate distribution companies (WonderTree and TruLeaf) allow
Medallion to efficiently source and transport product for low cost inventory to bolster its
product selection and advantage in the retail marketplace.
1.5 Hours of Operation – Opening & Closing Procedures
8:00 am to 10:00pm Monday through Sunday.
1)6:30am: Store Manager and/or Assistant Manager will arrive for his/her shift and
receives a debriefing from the night-time security guard regarding any reports from the
previous night’s surveillance and security watch. He/she will then unlock deadbolt
locking mechanisms at employee access points, and turn on facility lights, office
computers, video monitors, as well as the check-in tablets, and electronic point of sale
tablets.
2)7:00 am: Inventory Clerk arrives. He/she will review sales Metrics from the previous
day sales, as well as the current inventory log in order to evaluate product demand and
determine any purchase orders needed to refill inventory. He/she will then remove a
pre-determined amount of goods from the Product Safety/Storage Vault to fill the retail
shelves and Inventory Baskets in the employee side of the Retail Area.
3)7:30 am: Utility Clerk, Receptionist, Secretary, Budtenders, Delivery Dispatch,
Delivery Drivers and daytime security guards shall arrive for the starting shift.
•Utility Clerk will inspect the exterior and interior of the facility to determine
areas which require sweeping and cleaning, if any, prior to customer arrival.
•The Receptionist shall check in the reception area, review messages and
ensure the customer check-in tablets are functioning properly.
•The Delivery Dispatch and Delivery Drivers shall check in to the Delivery
Department and review the previous day’s delivery orders in anticipation of
new orders beginning to cue at 7am.
•The Budtenders shall check in to their sales stations and enter their
credentials into their respective point of sales to account for cash and
inventory under their control.
4)7:45 am: Store Manager/Assistant Manager shall fill each point of sale register with
an equal amount of small bill-currency to serve as change for customer transactions
throughout the day. The registers will be filled one by one, with each responsible
budtender verifying the count and signing in to the register for his/her shift.
5)8:00 am: Each employee is properly stationed, and the Security Guard opens the
facility to the public for business
1) 10:00pm: Manager/Assistant Manager and Receptionist shall close and lock the facility
doors once the final customer has completed his/her transaction.
•The Budtenders and Assistant Manager shall zero out each point of sale register by
reconciling daily sales with cash on hand at each register, then each Budtender will
sign out of their register for the day.
1.6.1 Day to Day Retail and Delivery Operations
Customer Transactions and Products on Offer
1.6.1(i) Customer check-in and verification procedures
Entrance and Reception Area
The Reception Area will be equipped to accommodate fifteen (25) customers who will be
allowed to wait for entry into the Retail Area.
Security staff will be directed to prevent persons from remaining on the premises unless
they are engaged in activity expressly related to the operation of the facility.
Interior Signage within the Reception Area Shall Include:
•City of Fresno Cannabis Permit
•Bureau of Cannabis Control Type 10 ‘Retailer’ License
Customer Advisory Notices:
1."The Sale of cannabis without a State license and local permit is illegal.";
2."No one under the age of 21 shall be allowed on the premises.";
3."This business is under surveillance accessible by the Fresno Police Department."
Customer Check-In
One (1) Receptionist will be stationed at a receptionist desk within an enclosed kiosk
adjacent to the Reception Area which shall remain under the supervision of a security
guard at all times during business operations.
Following review of the customer’s age and admittance into the Reception Area by
Security, the Receptionist will greet the customer, verify their identification, and patient
credentials, where applicable, and have the customer register a customer account and/or
sign in using a facility tablet.
Valid forms of identification shall include:
A document issued by a federal, state, county, or municipal government, or a political
subdivision or agency thereof, including, but not limited to, a valid motor vehicle
operator's license, that contains the name, date of birth, physical description, and
picture of the person;
•A valid identification card issued to a member of the Armed Forces that includes
a date of birth and a picture of the person; or
•A valid passport issued by the United States or by a foreign government;
•Valid proof of identification must clearly indicate the age or birth date of the
individual.
Physician Verification:
Medallion shall verify the validity of licensure of any physician making a cannabis
recommendation for a customer. This verification will be conducted by checking the
State of California’s Medical Board of California Physician License lookup system.
•In the event all or part of a distribution shipment does not match the shipping
manifest and purchase order for the transaction, the shipment shall be formally
rejected in METRC, and the Store Manager shall contact the Distributor to
determine appropriate steps to reconcile the issue.
1.6.1(iii) Point of Sale System Meadow
The facility will maintain (12) point of sale registers to facilitate customer transactions.
Our preferred Point of Sale system for all of our Retail locations is Meadow, dispensary
software with efficient workflows designed to boost revenue, save time, cut costs,
increase retention and empower our business with useful data. This intuitive and user-
friendly system is i-pad compatible and supports use of UPC barcodes for customer
friendly use and purchase transactions.
The Meadow System allows Medallion to effectively administer various aspects of its
operation including:
•Intake and Registration;
•Point of Sale;
•Online Ordering;
•Delivery;
•Customer Loyalty and
Incentives;
•Inventory;
•Analytics and Reporting; and
•Enterprise Security
Benefits of Meadow
Meadow facilitates an easy, user friendly customer experience, including paperless,
self -service registration with check-in queued up for each customer at arrival. Following
registration of customer accounts, its built-in loyalty system creates incentives and
rewards our best customers with points redeemable for discounts and product
promotions. This is customizable to each operation, and encourages repeat business,
increasing sales.
•With integrated online ordering and delivery systems in place, Meadow includes
E-commerce infrastructure that effectively converts into sales, through
optimized mobile interface, and facilitation of transactions through both delivery
and in-store pickup.
•Delivery software generates accurate, State compliant invoices and manifests
allowing efficient delivery order intake, dispatch and tracking, with direct SMS
communication between facility personnel and customers.
•Facilitates inventory updates in real time and supports a robust and
comprehensive end to end purchase order system to maximize efficiency in
administrative operations. Its analytic reports provide critical insights into our
operations, allowing informed decision making in advancing our business
strategies.
•METRC validated allowing Medallion to protect its priority of unwavering
compliance with all local and State regulations.
1.6.1(iv) Number of Customers to be served per hour/per day
Medallion Wellness Fresno anticipates an average daily customer count of 1,000 to
1,500 customers per day at a rate of between seventy (70) to over one hundred (100+)
customers per hour.
•Customer flow into the retail area monitored by the Receptionist and Security
Manager who will allow into the Retail Area one (1) customer per available
Budtender.
•A maximum of twelve (12) Budtenders may be present within the Retail Area at
any time.
•One (1) or more Medallion employees shall be physically present in the Retail
Area whenever any customer or non-employee is present within.
Customer Transactions:
Following admission into the Retail Area from the Reception Area, each customer will
be greeted by a Budtender who will serve to provide information regarding Medallion’s
products, answer customer’s questions and otherwise facilitate the customer’s
purchase.
Once a customer has completed his or her transaction, the purchased goods shall be
placed in an opaque package prior to the customer's exit.
Customer Returns:
Medallion will accept returns of cannabis goods previously sold to a customer only in
the event of a product recall. Such goods shall not be re-sold once they have been
returned, shall be treated as abandoned, and shall be destroyed and disposed.
All data is password protected and encrypted, providing secure document storage
protecting both the integrity of our busin ess operation as well as HIPPA protected
customer information.
City of Fresno
City Manager’s Office of Cannabis Oversight
2600 Fresno Street, Room #2064
Fresno, CA. 93721
Attn: Commercial Cannabis Business Application Review Committee
Re: Medallion Wellness
To whom it may concern,
It is my pleasure to recommend Medallion Wellness as an upstanding addition to your business
community in the city of Fresno.
I am Medallion Wellness’s Sales Representative, and a statewide Sales Manager for Oz
Distribution, a cannabis distribution company in Santa Cruz California. Together, the staff of
Medallion Wellness and I have built a fantastic working relationship over the past year.
From the start we built a strong, trust based relationship through responsible communications,
honest talk, and mutual respect. It was these excellent business practices that laid the
foundation for progressively increased sales, continued growth, timely payments, and
sustainable long term success between our two companies.
Medallion Wellness has always set the bar extremely high for full compliance. So much so, that
we have adopted some of their standard operating procedures to heighten compliance checks
in our own company. They are a model cannabis company, and an extremely good actor in the
industry.
It is in my opinion that the city of Fresno would greatly benefit both directly and indirectly from
Medallion Wellness opening a shop within its limits.
Sincerely,
Ryan Cullerton
Sales Representative
Sales Manager
Product Specialist
831 588 6852
Ryan@ozinc.com
DocuSign Envelope ID: D4636EFA-9991-44A4-BD90-0B78144A4B1F
9/28/2020
City of Fresno
City Manager's Office of Cannabis Oversight
2600 Fresno Street, Room #2064
Fresno, CA 93721
Attn: Commercial Cannabis Business Application Review Committee
Re: Medallion Wellness
To whom it may concern:
Sunderstorm is a licensed manufacturer and distributor in California in operation since 2015. Our
gummy brand, Kanha, has grown into one of the best-selling edibles in the state and we are a Top 10
brand according to BOS Analytics. We have over 100 employees across California. Our gummies have
been awarded the most accurately formulated edible by Cannasafe. I'm writing a letter of
Recommendation on behalf of Medallion Wellness.
We have been working with Medallion Wellness for over two years. They are one of our largest and
most reliable accounts. They have an excellent payment history with us and have been a professionally
run organization throug hout our history with them. In addition, their volume of orders has continually
increased over the last couple years as their market share has grown. They now have three retail
locations which are all doing exceptionally well. Their customer service goes above and beyond many of
their peers and we hear positive reviews about them from their patients. They are an asset to the
communities in which th ey operate and are a model for other cannabis retailers to follow. I would highly
recommend Medallion Wellness to open a dispensary in Fresno and we would be pleased to service
them once they become operational.
Cameron Clarke
CEO, Su nderstorm
Bureau of Cannabis Control
(833) 768-5880
Adult-Use and Medicinal - Retailer License
Provisional
Storefront
LICENSE NO:
C10-0000726-LIC
LEGAL BUSINESS NAME:
MEDALLION WELLNESS, INC.
PREMISES:
808 16TH ST W
MERCED, CA 95340-4600
VALID:
6/11/2020
EXPIRES:
6/11/2021
Non-Transferable Prominently display this license
as required by Title 16 CCR § 5039
Bureau of Cannabis Control
(833) 768-5880
Adult-Use and Medicinal - Retailer License
Provisional
Storefront
LICENSE NO:
C10-0000736-LIC
LEGAL BUSINESS NAME:
MEDALLION WELLNESS INC
PREMISES:
12150 Yosemite BLVD
Waterford, CA 95386
VALID:
7/2/2020
EXPIRES:
7/2/2021
Non-Transferable Prominently display this license
as required by Title 16 CCR § 5039
Bureau of Cannabis Control
(833) 768-5880
Adult-Use and Medicinal - Retailer License
Provisional
Storefront
LICENSE NO:
C10-0000674-LIC
LEGAL BUSINESS NAME:
MEDALLION WELLNESS INC.
PREMISES:
1313 MCHENRY AVE
MODESTO, CA 95350-5332
VALID:
1/13/2020
EXPIRES:
1/12/2021
Non-Transferable Prominently display this license
as required by Title 16 CCR § 5039
Bureau of Cannabis Control
(833) 768-5880
Adult-Use and Medicinal - Retailer License
Provisional
Storefront
LICENSE NO:
C10-0000613-LIC
LEGAL BUSINESS NAME:
Medallion Wellness, Inc
PREMISES:
341 BUSINESS PARK WAY, BLDG A
ATWATER, CA 95301-9673
VALID:
9/12/2019
EXPIRES:
9/11/2021
Non-Transferable Prominently display this license
as required by Title 16 CCR § 5039
Bureau of Cannabis Control
(833) 768-5880
Adult-Use and Medicinal - Retailer License
Provisional
Storefront
LICENSE NO:
C10-0000577-LIC
LEGAL BUSINESS NAME:
MEDALLION WELLNESS INC
PREMISES:
4213 MCHENRY AVE, SUITE E
MODESTO, CA 95356-1591
VALID:
8/21/2019
EXPIRES:
8/20/2021
Non-Transferable Prominently display this license
as required by Title 16 CCR § 5039
Bureau of Cannabis Control
(833) 768-5880
Adult-Use and Medicinal - Distributor License
Provisional
LICENSE NO:
C11-0001136-LIC
LEGAL BUSINESS NAME:
WONDERTREE DISTRIBUTION,
INC.
PREMISES:
4213 MCHENRY AVE, SUITE C
MODESTO, CA 95356-1591
VALID:
1/6/2020
EXPIRES:
1/5/2021
Non-Transferable Prominently display this license
as required by Title 16 CCR § 5039
Bureau of Cannabis Control
(833) 768-5880
Adult-Use - Distributor License
Provisional
LICENSE NO:
C11-0000103-LIC
LEGAL BUSINESS NAME:
TRULEAF, INC. FKA BENTHIC
ADVENTURES
PREMISES:
4622 GLASS CT
MODESTO, CA 95356-9242
VALID:
5/17/2019
EXPIRES:
5/16/2021
Non-Transferable Prominently display this license
as required by Title 16 CCR § 5039
DISPLAY CONSPICUOUSLY AT PLACE OF BUSINESS FOR WHICH ISSUED
CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF TAX AND FEE ADMINISTRATION
SELLER'S PERMIT
June 15, 2019
ACCOUNT NUMBER
232772864 - 00002
Off ce of Contro :
Sacramento Off ce
NOTICE TO PERMITTEE:
You are required to obey all
Federal and State laws that
regulate or control your
business This permit does
not allow you to do
otherwise
MEDALLION WELLNESS INC.
1313 MCHENRY AVE BLDG 0
MODESTO CA 95350-5332
S HEREBY AU HOR ZED PURSUAN O SALES AND USE AX LAW O ENGAGE N HE BUS NESS OF SELL NG ANG BLE
PERSONAL PROPER Y A HE ABOVE LOCA ON H S PERM S VAL D ONLY A HE ABOVE ADDRESS
H S PERM S VAL D UN L REVOKED OR CANCELED AND S NO RANSFERABLE F YOU SELL YOUR BUS NESS OR DROP OU
OF A PAR NERSH P NO FY US OR YOU COULD BE RESPONS BLE FOR SALES AND USE AXES OWED BY HE NEW OPERA OR
OF HE BUS NESS
Not valid at any other address
For general tax questions, please call our Customer Service Center at 1-800-400-7115 (TTY:711).
For information on your rights, contact the Taxpayers' Rights Advocate Office at 1-888-324-2798 or 1-916-324-2798.
CD FA-442-R REV 18 (5-18)
A MESSAGE TO OUR NEW PERMIT HOLDER
As a seller, you have rights and responsibilities under the Sales and Use Tax Law. In order to assist you in your endeavor
and to better understand the law, we offer the following sources of help:
• V s t ng our webs te at www cdtfa ca gov
• V s t ng an off ce
• Attend ng a Bas c Sa es and Use Tax Law c ass offered at one of our off ces
• Send ng your quest ons n wr t ng to any one of our off ces
• Ca ng our to free Customer Serv ce Center at 1 800 400 7115 (TTY:711)
As a seller, you have the right to issue resale certificates for merchandise that you intend to resell. You also have the
responsibility of not misusing resale certificates. While the sales tax is imposed upon the retailer,
• You have the r ght to seek re mbursement of the tax from your customer
• You are respons b e for f ng and pay ng your sa es and use tax returns t me y
• You have the r ght to be treated n a fa r and equ tab e manner by the emp oyees of the Ca forn a Department of Tax and Fee
Adm n strat on (CDTFA)
• You are respons b e for fo ow ng the regu at ons set forth by the CDTFA
As a se er, you are expected to ma nta n the norma books and records of a prudent bus nessperson. You are requ red to ma nta n these books
and records for no ess than four years, and make them ava ab e for nspect on by a CDTFA representat ve when requested. You are a so requ red
to know and charge the correct sa es or use tax rate, nc ud ng any oca and d str ct taxes. The tax rate app cab e to your sa es or use may not
necessar y correspond to the tax rate of your bus ness address d sp ayed on th s perm t. You are a so expected to not fy us f you are buy ng,
se ng, add ng a ocat on, or d scont nu ng your bus ness, add ng or dropp ng a partner, off cer, or member, or when you are mov ng any or a of
your bus ness ocat ons. If t becomes necessary to surrender th s perm t, you shou d on y do so by ma ng t to a CDTFA off ce, or g v ng t to a
CDTFA representat ve.
If you wou d ke to know more about your r ghts as a taxpayer, or f you are unab e to reso ve an ssue w th CDTFA, p ease contact the Taxpayers'
R ghts Advocate Off ce for he p by ca ng to free, 1 888 324 2798 or 1 916 324 2798. The r fax number s 1 916 323 3319.
Please post this permit at the address for which it was issued and at a location visible to your customers.
Ca forn a Department of Tax and Fee Adm n strat on
Bus ness Tax and Fee D v s on
DISPLAY CONSPICUOUSLY AT PLACE OF BUSINESS FOR WHICH ISSUED
CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF TAX AND FEE ADMINISTRATION
SELLER'S PERMIT
June 15, 2019
ACCOUNT NUMBER
232772864 - 00001
Off ce of Contro :
Sacramento Off ce
NOTICE TO PERMITTEE:
You are required to obey all
Federal and State laws that
regulate or control your
business This permit does
not allow you to do
otherwise
MEDALLION WELLNESS INC.
4213 MCHENRY AVE STE B
MODESTO CA 95356-1591
S HEREBY AU HOR ZED PURSUAN O SALES AND USE AX LAW O ENGAGE N HE BUS NESS OF SELL NG ANG BLE
PERSONAL PROPER Y A HE ABOVE LOCA ON H S PERM S VAL D ONLY A HE ABOVE ADDRESS
H S PERM S VAL D UN L REVOKED OR CANCELED AND S NO RANSFERABLE F YOU SELL YOUR BUS NESS OR DROP OU
OF A PAR NERSH P NO FY US OR YOU COULD BE RESPONS BLE FOR SALES AND USE AXES OWED BY HE NEW OPERA OR
OF HE BUS NESS
Not valid at any other address
For general tax questions, please call our Customer Service Center at 1-800-400-7115 (TTY:711).
For information on your rights, contact the Taxpayers' Rights Advocate Office at 1-888-324-2798 or 1-916-324-2798.
CD FA-442-R REV 18 (5-18)
A MESSAGE TO OUR NEW PERMIT HOLDER
As a seller, you have rights and responsibilities under the Sales and Use Tax Law. In order to assist you in your endeavor
and to better understand the law, we offer the following sources of help:
• V s t ng our webs te at www cdtfa ca gov
• V s t ng an off ce
• Attend ng a Bas c Sa es and Use Tax Law c ass offered at one of our off ces
• Send ng your quest ons n wr t ng to any one of our off ces
• Ca ng our to free Customer Serv ce Center at 1 800 400 7115 (TTY:711)
As a seller, you have the right to issue resale certificates for merchandise that you intend to resell. You also have the
responsibility of not misusing resale certificates. While the sales tax is imposed upon the retailer,
• You have the r ght to seek re mbursement of the tax from your customer
• You are respons b e for f ng and pay ng your sa es and use tax returns t me y
• You have the r ght to be treated n a fa r and equ tab e manner by the emp oyees of the Ca forn a Department of Tax and Fee
Adm n strat on (CDTFA)
• You are respons b e for fo ow ng the regu at ons set forth by the CDTFA
As a se er, you are expected to ma nta n the norma books and records of a prudent bus nessperson. You are requ red to ma nta n these books
and records for no ess than four years, and make them ava ab e for nspect on by a CDTFA representat ve when requested. You are a so requ red
to know and charge the correct sa es or use tax rate, nc ud ng any oca and d str ct taxes. The tax rate app cab e to your sa es or use may not
necessar y correspond to the tax rate of your bus ness address d sp ayed on th s perm t. You are a so expected to not fy us f you are buy ng,
se ng, add ng a ocat on, or d scont nu ng your bus ness, add ng or dropp ng a partner, off cer, or member, or when you are mov ng any or a of
your bus ness ocat ons. If t becomes necessary to surrender th s perm t, you shou d on y do so by ma ng t to a CDTFA off ce, or g v ng t to a
CDTFA representat ve.
If you wou d ke to know more about your r ghts as a taxpayer, or f you are unab e to reso ve an ssue w th CDTFA, p ease contact the Taxpayers'
R ghts Advocate Off ce for he p by ca ng to free, 1 888 324 2798 or 1 916 324 2798. The r fax number s 1 916 323 3319.
Please post this permit at the address for which it was issued and at a location visible to your customers.
Ca forn a Department of Tax and Fee Adm n strat on
Bus ness Tax and Fee D v s on
DISPLAY CONSPICUOUSLY AT PLACE OF BUSINESS FOR WHICH ISSUED
CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF TAX AND FEE ADMINISTRATION
SELLER'S PERMIT
June 15, 2019
ACCOUNT NUMBER
232772864 - 00003
Off ce of Contro :
Sacramento Off ce
NOTICE TO PERMITTEE:
You are required to obey all
Federal and State laws that
regulate or control your
business This permit does
not allow you to do
otherwise
MEDALLION WELLNESS INC.
341 BUSINESS PARK WAY BLDG A
ATWATER CA 95301-9673
S HEREBY AU HOR ZED PURSUAN O SALES AND USE AX LAW O ENGAGE N HE BUS NESS OF SELL NG ANG BLE
PERSONAL PROPER Y A HE ABOVE LOCA ON H S PERM S VAL D ONLY A HE ABOVE ADDRESS
H S PERM S VAL D UN L REVOKED OR CANCELED AND S NO RANSFERABLE F YOU SELL YOUR BUS NESS OR DROP OU
OF A PAR NERSH P NO FY US OR YOU COULD BE RESPONS BLE FOR SALES AND USE AXES OWED BY HE NEW OPERA OR
OF HE BUS NESS
Not valid at any other address
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and to better understand the law, we offer the following sources of help:
• V s t ng our webs te at www cdtfa ca gov
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As a seller, you have the right to issue resale certificates for merchandise that you intend to resell. You also have the
responsibility of not misusing resale certificates. While the sales tax is imposed upon the retailer,
• You have the r ght to seek re mbursement of the tax from your customer
• You are respons b e for f ng and pay ng your sa es and use tax returns t me y
• You have the r ght to be treated n a fa r and equ tab e manner by the emp oyees of the Ca forn a Department of Tax and Fee
Adm n strat on (CDTFA)
• You are respons b e for fo ow ng the regu at ons set forth by the CDTFA
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and records for no ess than four years, and make them ava ab e for nspect on by a CDTFA representat ve when requested. You are a so requ red
to know and charge the correct sa es or use tax rate, nc ud ng any oca and d str ct taxes. The tax rate app cab e to your sa es or use may not
necessar y correspond to the tax rate of your bus ness address d sp ayed on th s perm t. You are a so expected to not fy us f you are buy ng,
se ng, add ng a ocat on, or d scont nu ng your bus ness, add ng or dropp ng a partner, off cer, or member, or when you are mov ng any or a of
your bus ness ocat ons. If t becomes necessary to surrender th s perm t, you shou d on y do so by ma ng t to a CDTFA off ce, or g v ng t to a
CDTFA representat ve.
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Please post this permit at the address for which it was issued and at a location visible to your customers.
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Accrued time off may be taken after 30 days. Employees must earn and accrue
vacation benefits before they may be used. Employees should consult a HR personnel
staff regarding the amount of vacation leave they accrue each pay period.
Funeral Leave
Upon the death of an immediate family member each employee is entitled to five (5)
days of compensated bereavement leave.
Compensation for Jury Service
Upon selection of an employee for jury duty, Medallion shall provide compensation for
up to three weeks of jury service. The rate of compensation shall be the difference
between the employee’s regular pay and the stipend provided by the Court, if any.
Leave of Absence
Employees may be deemed eligible for an unpaid leave of absence, dependent upon
the circumstances. Such requests shall be evaluated on a case by case basis by HR
personnel.
Medical Leave
Situations may arise where an employee needs to take time off to address medical or other
health concerns.
•Medallion employees provide notification to their supervisor as soon as practicable
when taking time off for sick leave. Employees may consult a HR personnel staff
regarding the amount of (paid) sick leave available.
•Sick days may not be carried over into the next year. Abuse of this policy may result
in disciplinary action.
•Each employee shall earn one (1) hour of Paid Sick Leave for every 30 hours
worked, with a maximum of five (5) days to accrue per employee per year.
Holidays observed on a paid basis:
•Independence Day
•Thanksgiving Day
•Christmas Eve (Half Day)
•Christmas Day
•New Year's Day
2.3 Opportunities and Compensation for Employee Training and
Continuing Education
Medallion shall utilize the resources of UFCW to apprise its employees of the benefits of the
Union’s continuing education program and scholarship opportunities. These shall include
but not be limited to the following:
UFCW Education Opportunities
Southern UFCW & Food Employers Joint Benefit Fund Scholarship & Tuition Assistanc e
(Programs available to active Plan A Participants and their eligible children)
•This fund awards scholarships to active Plan A Participants and their eligible children
in recognition of their outstanding academic, technical, or vocational potential or
achievement; dedicated community service; and a high degree of personal
accomplishment.
•UFCW members, and family members can earn an associate degree online from
a public, accredited community college – with no out-of-pocket costs.
•UFCW Free College Benefit ensures that UFCW members their families do not
pay out of pocket for any tuition, fees or e-books
•Free College Benefit covers any amount for tuition, fees or books that is not
covered by federal or employer education grants.
•Children (or stepchildren), grandchildren (or step-grandchildren), spouses,
domestic partners, and financial dependents of UFCW members are eligible for
the UFCW Free College Benefit.
•Retired UFCW members are also eligible.
•UFCW members can take General Equivalency Diploma (GED) classes for free
through Essential GED
•This GED program offers a customized learning plan, so that you’ll be able to
successfully prepare yourself to pass the GED test, regardless of last school
attendance.
•This program also allows students to go at their own pace – all classes are self-
guided and can be completed from a phone or tablet.
•UFCW members can use this benefit to learn a foreign language for free online
and at their own pace. All lessons are self-guided.
Safety Training
•Cannabis Industry Specific 30-hour Cal-OSHA training offered to all employees
(coordinated with UFCW International Occupational Safety and Health (OSH)
Office, the UFCW Western States Council, and UFCW 8-Golden State, Retail,
Wholesale and Winery Division)
Employee Product Training
To better educate and address questions from cannabis consumers as to the potential
effect of specific cannabis products, strains, methods of consumption, and overall
experience, Medallion Wellness shall implement a Cannabis Education Training
Program for its employees.
The educational content related to each section of the curriculum outlined below shall
be presented to employees by docents trained and selected by Medallion Executives
over the course of a four-day orientation in which new employees shall participate within
3 months of hire.
The curriculum will consist of the following:
A) Intro to Cannabis: Overview
•History
•Biology
•Cannabis-Sativa
•Cannabis-Indica
•Cannabis-Ruderalis
•Scientific Research
•The Endocannabinoid System
•Holistic Effects
B)Child Safety: Secure Storage
•Best Practices for Safely Storing Edibles
•Responsible and Legally Acceptable Methods of Storing all Cannabis
Products
C) List and Effects of Major Cannabinoids: Active Ingredients in Cannabis
and their Effects
•CBGA (Cannabigerolic acid)
•THCA (∆9-tetrahydrocannabinolic acid)
•CBDA (Cannabidiolic acid)
•CBCA (Cannabichromenenic acid)
•CBGVA (Cannabigerovarinic acid)
•THCVA (Tetrahydrocanabivarinic acid)
•CBDVA (Cannabidivarinic acid)
•CBCVA (Cannabichromevarinic acid)
D)Cannabinoids 101: Why Some Consider Cannabis Medicine
•Qualifying Conditions for Medicinal Cannabis
•What are Cannabinoids?
•High CBD Strains v. High THC Strains- Knowing the Differences
•Cannabinoid Spectrum, Corresponding Effects, and Appropriate
Applications
E) Cannabis Effects on Brain and Body: Understanding the Science
•How Cannabis affects the Mind
•Cannabis and Effect on Brain Development in Early Life
•How Marijuana affects the Body
F) Methods of Consumption: Overview
•How should I consume Cannabis?
-Discreet Consumption: Edibles, Tinctures, or Patches
2.4 Employee Recruitment Plan
In the event of approval from the City of Fresno, Medallion intends to utilize the services
of a well-established, local recruitment and staffing agency. The contracted staffing
agency shall be tasked by Medallion with sourcing qualified employees according to the
following demographic priority:
1.At least 80% of all hires to be residents of City of Fresno for at least five years
prior to recruitment;
2.In the event the 80% City of Fresno cannot be achieved for lack of eligible
candidates, the Staffing Agency shall be tasked with sourcing Fresno County
residents;
3.At least 50% of all hires shall:
•Have an annual family income below the Area Median Income; and/or;
•Been convicted of a cannabis crime that could have been a
misdemeanor if it occurred after Prop 64; and/or
•Has lived in a Moderate to low income census tract for at least three
years prior to recruitment;
•Is a United States Military Veteran; and/or
•Was a foster home youth who was in foster care as a minor; and/or
2.5 Locally Managed Enterprise
Medallion shall also utilize the services of the local staffing agency to identify and recruit a local
Store Manager who has been a resident of the City of Fresno for at least 10 years prior to
recruitment.
2.6 Employee Positions and Responsibilities
Employees
In addition to the Executive Suite overseeing business operations, Medallion will employ
a total of approximately fifty (50) employees along with a contracted staff of Security
Guards in the following positions:
Security (Staffed by Aztlan Security)
(1) One Security Manager;
(3) Three security staff members;
Retail
Chief of Operations (1)
The Chief of Operations is responsible for administering executive directives from the
CEO per the Board of Directors. This role involves day to day communications with and
between the CEO, Chief Legal Counsel, as well as the respective store managers
regarding company goals and initiatives, as well as regulatory and legal issues relevant
to the effective and compliant operation of each Medallion store.
VP of Sales (1)
The Vice President of Sales is responsible for developing the overall marketing and
sales strategies for each Medallion Wellness Store location. This involves a thorough
evaluation of each unique market in which a particular operation is located, including
customer demographics, trends, product preferences, and frequency of purchases. The
VP of sales evaluates sales metrics and customizes sales strategies for each store on
at least a quarterly basis. The VP also works with each Store Manager in conjunction
with the CEO, COO and CLO to implement sales strategies in an effective and legally
compliant manner.
VP of Compliance/METRC (1)
The Vice President of Compliance/METRC is primarily responsible for the proper
company-wide administration of logistics and record keeping with respect to inventory,
sales, as well
as both internal and external data and information management. This involves
correspondence with vendors with respect to product transfers, related invoices and
shipping manifests. The primary responsibility for the VP of METRC/Compliance is to
ensure unwavering legal compliance with the State of California’s track and trace
system,
accurately maintain in-house inventory along with the accurate and timely accounting
and remittance of taxes for both local municipalities as well as the State of California.
Store Manager (1) (
The Store Manager is the primary responsible party for oversight the day to day
operations of his/her Medallion Wellness Storefront and Delivery Operation. This
involves ensuring that all positions are adequately staffed, with each employee property
administering his/her duties during work shifts. The Manager is primarily responsible for
immediate human resources administration regarding scheduling, time off, monitoring
employee performance as well as any necessary disciplinary action as the Store
Manager will receive regular directives from the Chief of Operations and VP of
Sales regarding company-wide and store policies, goals and initiatives with the duty to
affect the achievement of such goals and initiatives at his/her store.
He/she will be responsible for addressing any serious complaints or grievances from
customers or community members regarding customer service and/or the general
impact of day to day operations in the Community.
Assistant Manager (3) (
The Assistant Managers shall be directly responsible for the hands-on management of
day to day operations, including store opening and closing, coordinating employees in
their respective roles, and shift changes. The assistant Manager in conjunction with the
Security Manager shall also be responsible for direct oversight of logistics transactions
involving transfers of cash and product to and from the facility. He/she shall also be
primarily responsible for oversight of cash and inventory management.
Receptionist (3) (
The Primary responsibility of the Receptionist will be receiving customers upon entry to
the Store, assisting with verification of customer identification and physician
recommendations, customer registration and check-in, and monitoring customer access
into the Retail Area from the Reception Area. Other duties shall include receiving
telephone calls from customers and providing general information to the public.
Budtender (18) 12/shift Max
The primary responsibility of the Budtender is ensuring the quality of the Medallion
Wellness customer experience. Upon entry into the Retail Area each customer will be
greeted by a Budtender who will assist the customer in making an informed decision as
to the cannabis products he/she will select for purchase during their visit. This involves
providing information and answering questions about each product on offer, safe and
responsible methods of consumption and storage of the products, as well as their
potential experiential effects following consumption. Strong interpersonal and
communicative skills, product knowledge, and a positive attitude are a must for each
Medallion Budtender. The Budtenders shall facilitate each customer transaction, and in
doing so be responsible for management of cash at his/her respective point of sale.
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Inventory Clerk (1)
The Inventory Clerk is responsible for monitoring inventory supply, stocking product for sale
each day, and working in conjunction with the Store Manager to advise on product
throughput, sales trends, and necessary resupply. The Inventory Clerk is primarily
responsible for identifying discrepancies which may arise between inventory records and
physical supply and shall work with facility personnel to immediately reconcile any such
discrepancy.
Delivery Dispatch (3) 1/shift (
The Delivery Dispatch is primarily responsible for the management and administration of
Medallion’s delivery service. He/she shall utilize Medallion’s point of sale and fleet
management, and Short Message Service (SMS) software systems to field and fulfill
customer orders, and coordinate Medallion's Delivery Drivers to affect the safe and timely
delivery of Medallion’s products to customers throughout the greater Fresno area.
Delivery Drivers (10) 5/shift max
The Delivery Drivers are responsible for the safe and timely delivery of Medallion’s products
direct to customers from our storefront facility. This involves the proper storage and
transport of delivery inventory, safely fielding communications from customers and dispatch
utilizing a hands-free Bluetooth or other mobile device during transport, and verification of
customer credentials upon arrival to a delivery location. Each Delivery Driver shall
personally facilitate direct to customer transactions and in doing so shall be responsible for
cash management and safety. The primary responsibility of all Delivery Drivers shall be
ensuring the safety of themselves and all others on the road during transport, as well as
properly securing product and cash during transport.
Utility Clerk (2) 1/shift (
The Utility Clerk’s primary responsibility will be maintaining the Store facilities in a safe and
clean condition. This shall involve daily upkeep including picking up trash and debris in the
parking lot and around the facility exterior, and sweeping, vacuuming and mopping interior
facilities at the close of business. Other duties shall include changing waste baskets,
properly disposal of trash, and immediate cleanup in the event of a breakage or spill.
2.7 Labor Peace Agreement
Medallion Wellness shall have a total of over fifty (50) employees, and has executed a labor
peace agreement with UFCW-8 Golden State. We are committed to providing a living wage
and competitive benefits for all eligible employees. We will gladly accommodate our
employees efforts to unionize without interference. We are committed to engaging in good
faith with lUFCW-8 and any bargaining unit formed thereunder. We shall not in any way
interfere with efforts by employees in organizing or unionizing.
(See attached [Executed Labor Peace Agreement])
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Labor Peace Agreement
________________________ ("the Company") and the United Food and Commercial Workers
Union, 8-Golden State ("the Union") hereby agree to the following terms:
1. Neutrality and Non-Disparagement. The Company agrees to take a neutral approach to
unionization of workers, meaning that the Company, which also includes any managers, agents, and
representatives, will neither help nor hinder the Union’s organizing effort, including making any
statement or taking any action that directly or indirectly indicates or implies any opposition to workers
selecting the Union as their collective bargaining representative, or directly or indirectly supporting or
assisting in any way any person or group who may oppose the Union. This includes the Company
refraining from making negative comments or otherwise demean by word or action the Union, Union
representatives, or unionization. The Union agrees to refrain from exercising its rights to picket, handbill
and engage in other economic activities against the Company's facilities or operations; however, if the
Company recognizes another union as the bargaining representative of any workers, the union's
obligation will automatically cease to apply to those workers' facilities or operations. In addition to
refraining from exercising its rights to picket, handbill, and engage in other economic activites against
the Company, the Union agrees to be neutral in its communication with the Company’s employees and
will not disparage the Company or paint it in a bad light to its employees or to the public.
2. Bargaining Unit: The Union will notify the Company of the facilities and/or operations for which
the union seeks to invoke this agreement's unionization process and, in this notice, the Union will
designate the bargaining unit. The Union is not limited in the number of times it can provide such notice
and invoke this agreement's unionization process for any of the Company's non-supervisory or
management employees; provided, however, that such notice and invocat ion of this Agreement’s
unionization process will be of a freequency that will not unreasonably interfere with or hinder the
Company’s day-to-day operations.
3. Access. The Company grants the Union and its Union representatives access onto the
Company's premises during working hours to speak with bargaining unit employees during non-working
time, including meal periods and rest breaks. The Company will cooperate with the Union in making
arrangements to permit these conversations to be held in non-restricted areas where the employees
will be able to speak to the Union representatives without monitoring by the Company.
4. Meeting. At the Union’s request, the Company will conduct a meeting on a mutually agreeable
date(s) and time(s) with all of the bargaining unit employees. At the meeting, the Company will tell the
employees that it is neutral, does not object to their talking to and supporting the Union, and will
negotiate a collective bargaining agreement (CBA) with the Union if a majority of the bargaining unit
employees designate the Union as their collective bargaining representative. Union representatives will
attend the meeting and, after the Company has introduced them and left the meeting, the Union
representatives will talk with the employees about the Union.
MW Fresno, Inc.
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5. Contact information. At the Union’s request, the Company shall furnish to the Union the names,
job classifications, home addresses, cell phone numbers, home phone numbers and email addresses,
if known, of the bargaining unit employees (collectively, "contact information"). The Company further
agrees thereafter to provide updated worker contact information, as reasonably requested by the
Union, but in no event more than once every thirty (30) days.
6. Recognition. When a majority of bargaining unit employees designate the Union as their
collective bargaining representative, the Company will recognize the Union as the exclusive
representative of the bargaining unit, provided that the Union may assign jurisdiction and representation
rights to any of its affiliates. At either party’s request, a neutral third party may confirm majority
authorization. The Company and the Union will comply with all requirements necessary to obtain
certification of the Union as the exclusive bargaining representative of these employees.
7. Elections. The Company waives the right under the National Labor Relations Act to file any
petition with the National Labor Relations Board for any election in any bargaining unit subject to this
agreement by itself or as part of a larger unit, and agrees to refrain from directly or indirectly supporting
any such petition. If any election petition is filed, the Company agrees that, at the Union’s request, the
Company will enter into a full consent election agreement under Section 102.62(c) of the NLRB’s Rules
and Regulations under the terms the Union and the Company determine. The Company waives the
right to file any unfair labor practice charge related to or based on this agreement, the Union’s demand
for recognition under this agreement, the Union's election, or any other matter related thereto, and
further agrees to refrain from directly or indirectly assisting with or supporting any such unfair labor
practice charge.
8. Bargaining. Within 20 days from the date of recognition, the parties will begin good faith
bargaining for a CBA covering the bargaining unit. If the Union and Company are unable to agree to a
collective bargaining agreement within 90 days of commencement of negotiations, the parties agree
that either the Company or the Union may require that all open provisions and issues be submitted to
final and binding interest arbitration per the subsection titled herein “Arbitration”. The arbitrator shall be
guided by the: (i) Company's size, type of business, and financial ability; and (2) the employees' ability
to sustain themselves, their families and dependents on the wages, hours, and benefits they earn from
the Company, and the living wage for their family size and region, as indicated in the MIT Living Wage
Calculator (http://livingwage.mit.edu/).
9. Arbitration. The parties agree that final and binding arbitration will be the exclusive remedy for
any alleged violations of this Agreement and any dispute or claim arising from or relating to the
interpretation or application of any provision of this Agreement. Unless they promptly agree on an
arbitrator, the parties will proceed to expedited arbitration using the American Arbitration Association’s
rules and procedures. The arbitrator is authorized to compel the attendance of witnesses and the
production of documents at the arbitration hearing, and to award appropriate monetary, injunctive and
declaratory relief. The parties agree not to challenge the aribtrator’s award as the order of judment of a
United States District Court, without notice. Company waives the right to challenge any aspect of this
Agreement before the NLRB, any other state or federal government agency, or any court.
10. Successorship, affiliated companies and subcontractors. This agreement will be binding on the
parties’ successors and assigns, including all purchasers of the Company’s assets or business, and in
the event of a merger. This agreement is also binding on any and all corporations, partnerships,
organizations and sole proprietorships affiliated with or related to the Company’s business activities at
Company’s licensed premises. If the Company intends to subcontract any work performed by
bargaining unit employees, the Company agrees to require the subcontractor, in writing, to comply with
this agreement.
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11. Severability. If any provision of this Agreement is held illegal, void or invalid under any
applicable law, the parties will meet and confer to amend the provision to make it legal, valid and
binding, and the remaining provisions of this Agreement will remain binding and enforceable according
to their terms and the parties’ intent.
12. Term of Agreement. The term of this agreement is 2 years from the date of this agreement. The
term will renew for additional 1-year terms unless and until either party gives the other written notice no
sooner than 60 days and no later than 30 days prior to the expiration.
13. Confidentiality. The Company and Union agree that all terms and conditions of this agreement
are confidential and proprietary between the parties and shall not be disclosed to anyone else, except
as may be necessary to effectuate this agreement, as required by law or court order, or as mutually
agreed upon in writing prior to disclosure.
Location currently open/Date____________
Location in license review/30 from opening____________
Michael O’Leary, CEO Jacques Loveall, President
For the Company (print name) For the Union (print name)
Signature Signature
Date Date
(Medallion Wellness Fresno)
MW Fresno, Inc.
United Food & Commercial Workers
Union, 8-Golden State
Company/Company Name Union
4854 N Blackstone Ave.
Fresno, CA 93726
2200 Professional Drive
Roseville, CA 95661
Address Address
209-494-3204 916-786-0588
Phone Phone
11.25.20 11-30-2020
2.8 Workforce Plan and 2.8.1 Commitment to Local Hiring
Medallion is committed to providing stable and well-paying employment to residents of the
City of Fresno. Following local and State approval for its operatio n, Medallion is
committed to at least 80% of its Fresno workforce to be local hires, with a strong
preference in hiring first for 1) residents of the City of Fresno, then 2) residents of Fresno
County.
Non-Discrimination •Medallion shall not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender,
gender expression, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual
orientation, or military status, in any of its activities or operations.
•These activities include, but are not limited to, hiring and firing of staff, selection of
volunteers and vendors, and provision of services. We are committed to providing an
inclusive and welcoming environment for all members of our staff, volunteers,
subcontractors, and vendors.
•Medallion shall also engage in a thorough vetting and background check process for
potential hires, as well as background renewals for employees. Finally, Medallion
shall maintain comprehensive records relating to employees for a period of no less
than five years.
2.8.1 Commitment to Local Hiring
At Least 80% of the workforce at Medallion Wellness Fresno will be from the City of Fresno.
2.9 Medallion Wellness Fresno Incubator Program
As part of our commitment to social responsibility and stewardship on behalf of our
organization and the industry at large, Medallion recognizes the importance of
contributing to and supporting Cannabis Equity Operators and startups. Given the
expertise of its CEO, Michael O’Leary, developed over 20 years-experience in the
California Cannabis Industry, including over three years of successful commercial
operations, Medallion is confident in its ability to foster the success of Equity Operators
through its ‘Medallion Mentor Fellowship Program’.
The Fellowship Program will involve Medallion providing an experienced emp loyee
from each employment position to serve as a mentor to a designated Equity Business
counterpart as a ‘Medallion Mentor’ for a period of one year. At least one employee
from each position staffed at Medallion Wellness Fresno will participate in the program.
Mentorship, Training and Technical Assistance and Technical Support
Phase 1 Mentor Training
Twice Monthly during the initial three (3) month period of the Fellowship Program, each
‘Medallion Mentor’ will be accompanied by an Equity Business counterpart who will
shadow the Mentor during a full shift at Medallion Wellness Fresno. During the
Mentorship Shifts, the Medallion Mentor will walk through and explain the duties and
functions of his/her position for the Equity Mentee.
•The Mentee will be encouraged to ask questions, take notes, and immerse
themselves in the nature of the role and the operation at large in order to gain a
full understanding of the position for which they are training.
•This shall include but not be limited to training on the overall day to day
operations, as well as administration of point of sale, inventory tracking, and
delivery communications systems.
•Mentorship opportunities shall be offered for every position, from Store
Manager to Utility Clerk.
Phase 2 Mentor Training
After the first three (3) months of Mentorship, the Medallion Mentee shall accompany
his/her Equity Mentee at the Equity Business to shadow and offer support in the
performance of his/her role during two (2) shifts per month, for an additional three (3)
month period.
Bi-Annual Mentorship Check-In
Following the first six (6) moths of Medallion’s Medallion Mentor Fellowship Program
Medallion’s Chief of Operations, Chief Legal Officer and Medallion Wellness Store
Manager shall meet with the Principal’s and Managers of the Equity Businesses
participating as Mentees to identify the benefits of the program to date, as well as areas
of focus for the final six months of the Mentorship Program. The final six months may
involve additional, focused training sessions in a particular position, duty or function
therein.
Office of Councilmember Tony Madrigal
Modesto City Council, District 2
1010 Tenth Street, Suite 6200
Modesto, CA 95354
tmadrigal@modestogov.com
tonymadrigal@gmail.com
P.O. Box 642, Modesto, CA 95353 www.modestogov.com Phone: (209) 579-4776 (cell) • Fax: (209) 571-5128
September 17, 2020
City of Fresno
City Manager’s Office of Cannabis Oversight
2600 Fresno Street, Room #2064
Fresno, CA 93721
Attn: Commercial Cannabis Business Application Review Committee
Re: Medallion Wellness
Dear Cannabis Business Evaluation Representatives,
I’m writing with regard to Medallion Wellness and its participation in the City of Fresno’s commercial
cannabis business application process. After I graduated from U.C. Santa Cruz, I served as a Council
Member in the City of Santa Cruz where I had a positive experience working with medicinal cannabis
operators and in my role in the City’s development and approval of this industry.
As a result of this previous experience, as District 2 Council Member in the City of Modesto, I have
been a strong advocate for the allowance of commercial cannabis businesses in the City since the
statewide passage of Proposition 64. I also understand that not all cannabis operations are created equal,
and have not taken lightly my obligation to thoroughly evaluate and scrutinize potential commercial
cannabis operations in order to ensure the safety, health and well-being of my constituents and residents
across the City of Modesto.
I first became familiar with Medallion in early 2017 amidst discussions between the City of Modesto
and County of Stanislaus concerning the potential allowance of commercial cannabis businesses within
our respective jurisdictions. I was fortunate enough to have the opportunity to tour Medallion’s existing
non-profit cooperative, meet its executive team members and day to day personnel, and become familiar
with its operations. Suffice to say I was extremely impressed and hopeful that Medallion would be able
to participate in the City’s then forthcoming commercial cannabis program. Ultimately, the City and
County opted to take divergent paths in creating independent cannabis business programs, with the
County moving forward first with its cannabis license review and approval process.
Medallion, of course, was the first to be selected and approved by the County of Stanislaus for its
existing operation which is situated within the unincorporated County jurisdiction. This was
undoubtedly a result of their high standard of operations, which includes 24 hour security and
surveillance, outstanding customer service, and a strong record of support for and rapport with
municipal leaders, non-profit organizations, and individual members of the community.
Once the City of Modesto moved forward with its application process in 2019, I was very pleased to see
Medallion’s application submitted for consideration, and, following staff recommendations confidently
issued my vote for their approval for operations within the City proper. Although Medallion is still in the
final stages of site development with full approval from the City, based on their track record in
Stanislaus County, and other locations such as the Cities of Waterford and Atwater, I have no doubt that
Medallion will serve as an outstanding business partner within the City of Modesto, and any
municipality who may be considering their participation in its business community.
I would strongly recommend Medallion for approval by the City of Fresno in its consideration as a
potential candidate in your cannabis program.
Sincerely,
TONY MADRIGAL
City Councilmember
District 2
2.
MW Fresno, Inc. COVID 19 Safety Protocols
In light of the current and ongoing COVID 19 pandemic gripping the nation, including
communities across the State of California, The Medallion Wellness organization has
taken action to protect the health, safety and well-being of all of our customers and
personnel.
On March 19, 2019 California Governor Newsom issued a statewide ‘stay at home’
order which provided the designation of ‘essential business’ to commercial cannabis
businesses across California. Notwithstanding our ability to remain open for business,
we remain vigilant in the fight against COVID 19 and have implemented the following
protocols:
•Mandating mask wearing for all employees, customers, and vendors at all times;
•Maintaining strict social distancing in-store, with place-markers set from point of
entry through point of sale to direct customers waiting in-line for transaction;
•Provision of hand sanitizing stations at check-in and in all Retail Areas for
customers and employees;
•Immediate sanitizing of display counters and point of sale registers after each
customer transaction;
•Requested and received approval from BCC for temporary curbside pickup at all
store locations;
•Increased delivery capabilities and promotion of delivery discounts to encourage
remote shopping in lieu of in-store;
•Mandating and financing the immediate testing of any employee showing
symptoms of COVID 19 and/or upon confirmation of employee contact with any
individual determined to be COVID 19 positive;
•Mandating the in-home quarantine of any employee showing COVID 19
symptoms pending testing results;
•Immediate temporary closure and professional disinfecting of Store in which
COVID 19 positive employee has worked within 10 days of symptoms or positive
test result;
•Mandating 2-week (14-day) sick leave for any employee confirmed COVID 19
positive, and encouraging in-home quarantine;
•Immediate contact with local Public Health Department to advise of any
employee, or vendor confirmed COVID 19 positive.
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MW FRESNO, INC.
FIRE AND LIFE SAFETY REPORT
AND PLAN
Prepared By:
Paul W. Gantt, Ph.D., CSP
President
Safety Compliance Management, Inc.
4.1 Safety Plan Assessment and Fire & Life Safety Plan
Safety Compliance Management
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FIRE AND LIFE SAFETY PLAN
Table of Contents
I.INTRODUCTION............................................................................................................................2
II.BUILDING DESCRIPTION ...............................................................................................................2
III.SUMMARY OF OPERATIONS AND HAZARDS ..................................................................................3
A.OFFICE AND SUPPORT OPERATION AREAS ...................................................................................................... 3
B.STORAGE AREA .......................................................................................................................................... 3
C.RETAIL AND DELIVERY OPERATION AREAS....................................................................................................... 4
IV.HAZARDOUS MATERIALS SAFETY AND COMPLIANCE .....................................................................4
V.OCCUPATIONAL (EMPLOYEE) SAFETY ............................................................................................4
A.WRITTEN COMPLIANCE PROGRAMS............................................................................................................... 4
B.TRAINING PROGRAMS ................................................................................................................................. 5
C.INSPECTION PROGRAMS .............................................................................................................................. 7
D.RECORDKEEPING ........................................................................................................................................ 7
VI.EMERGENCY ACTIONS ..................................................................................................................7
A.FIRE AND LIFE SAFETY COORDINATOR ............................................................................................................ 7
B.REPORTING A FIRE ...................................................................................................................................... 8
C.REPORTING AN EMERGENCY ......................................................................................................................... 8
D.OSHA REPORTING REQUIREMENTS ............................................................................................................... 8
E.EMERGENCY EVACUATION ........................................................................................................................... 9
F.ADA COMPLIANT EVACUATION PROCEDURES ............................................................................................... 10
G.EARTHQUAKES ......................................................................................................................................... 10
H.MEDICAL EMERGENCIES ............................................................................................................................ 11
I.VIOLENCE ................................................................................................................................................ 11
J.DRIVER SAFETY AND SECURITY .................................................................................................................... 12
VII. FIRE PREVENTION ...................................................................................................................... 13
A.HOUSEKEEPING PROCEDURES ..................................................................................................................... 13
B.POTENTIAL FIRE HAZARDS .......................................................................................................................... 13
C.SUPPRESSION SYSTEMS ............................................................................................................................. 13
D.OTHER FIRE AND LIFE SAFETY EQUIPMENT.................................................................................................... 14
E.AISLES AND EXITS ..................................................................................................................................... 14
VIII.CONCLUSION ......................................................................................................................... 15
APPENDIX A – PAUL W. GANTT, CURRICULUM VITAE ........................................................................ 16
APPENDIX B – SITE PLAN .................................................................................................................. 18
EVACUATION ASSEMBLY AREA ............................................................................................................................ 19
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I.INTRODUCTION
This report is prepared at the request of MW Fresno, Inc., which is proposing to open a cannabis
retail and delivery operation in Fresno, California (City). As part of the City permitting process,
a detailed safety report and plan (Report) is required to be prepared by a fire and safety
professional with expertise in the issues involved in the proposed operations. This Report is
required to review the fire protection and related systems that are, or are proposed to be, present
in the building/facility where the operations will be conducted and to assess the adequacy of
building safety features as they relate to the proposed operations. It is also required to address
issues related to the proposed use of hazardous materials and other health and safety concerns
related to both employees and the public. This Report will address the safety and health concerns
related to the proposed operation and activities that are planned to be conducted within the
facility.
The Report was prepared by Paul Gantt, the President and Founder of Safety Compliance
Management, Inc. (SCM), a safety and health consultation firm headquartered in San Ramon,
California. Prior to founding SCM, Dr. Gantt served in four California fire departments. Dr.
Gantt is a Safety Engineer with a Doctorate degree in Human Services and is a Board -Certified
Safety Professional (CSP). He is also certified by the Office of the California State Fire Marshal
as a Certified Fire Officer, Certified Fire Prevention Officer, Certified Public Education Officer,
Certified Fire Training Officer, and is certified to teach many of these disciplines for the Office
of the State Fire Marshal. Additionally, Dr. Gantt is a qualified Expert Witness and has testified
in deposition and court on matters of the California Fire Code, premises liability, and
occupational safety matters. A copy of his CV is contained in Appendix A of this report.
In preparing the Report, Dr. Gantt consulted with the business owners and operators, reviewed
the building plans and related documents relative to the building, and information on the specific
activities that take will place within the building. This information was used as the basis for this
evaluation and report, and also to identify the various safety programs that are recommended to
be implemented.
The codes relied upon in the formation of this report include the 2019 edition of the California
Building Code (CBC), the 2019 edition of the California Fire Code (CFC), the current California
Health and Safety Code, and applicable Cal/OSHA regulations found in Title 8 of the California
Code of Regulations (8 CCR). From this review, the Report also contains plans and programs
that will be required to ensure the safety of employees and the public.
II.BUILDING DESCRIPTION
The proposed facility that is the subject of this analysis and report is an existing building located
at 4854 Blackstone Avenue, Fresno, California. The APN is 427-08-121. The building is one
story and is approximately 8,472 square feet. It currently has a monitored automatic fire sprinkler
system. Most of the space will be used for retail operations with the remaining space used for a
reception area, the delivery operations, and storage of various materials. It is planned to undergo
some remodeling to accommodate the proposed operations. The diagram and site map of the
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proposed facility are found in Appendix B.
Because the project is currently in the proposal state and being reviewed by the Planning
Department and other City Departments, some of the specific building features have not been
identified and the final building plans have not been completed. Once the project is approved, the
building will be subject to significant review by the various City agencies including, but not
limited to, the Fire and Building Departments. This will provide an extensive evaluation of all
aspects of the building to ensure compliance with applicable Code requirements inclu ding those
related to building setbacks, overall building design and size, exiting from the building, ADA
compliance, portable fire extinguisher types and placement, building alarm and detection
systems as required, parking, and signage. This extensive review will help ensure that all
necessary and required safeguards relative to Fire Safety are in place.
III.SUMMARY OF OPERATIONS AND HAZARDS
All areas of this facility will involve operations that are classified as standard, or traditional,
building uses, and are covered by various sections of the current versions of the CBC and the
CFC. These Codes classify buildings, or portions thereof, into Groups and Divisions based on
the type of use of the building and any hazards created by that use. For each area, safety and
health assessment information is provided to ensure the ongoing safety of employees, the public,
and the facility. The proposed maximum occupant load in each area of the building will be
reviewed for compliances with the requirements of CBC Table 1004.5. Appropriate numbers of
exits from the building will be present and adequate. Following is a summary of the proposed
occupancy types and groups for each of the areas and operations within the facility.
A.Office and Support Operation Areas
A portion of the building is planned to be used for the business and support operations
associated with the primary retail operations. This area of the building would be
classified by the CBC as Business, Group B, occupancy. In the final approval process
that will be conducted by the city, the number and location of exits, ADA compliance,
signage requirements, and the inclusion of other fire protection and life safety features
will be evaluated and approved prior to the facility becoming operational.
B.Storage and Delivery Operation Areas
Some areas of the facility will be used for the receiving and storage of cannabis products
awaiting sale or delivery. These areas of the building will be classified as a Moderate
Hazard Storage, Group S-1, by the CBC. The storage areas will have high security with
limited and restricted access. Operations that occur within these areas will be done using
standard storage equipment with minimal hazards associated with their use. There is no
expected storage of hazardous materials within the storage areas or in any other areas of
the facility.
The materials stored in these areas will be on shelves that are less than six feet in height
allowing for manual handling of the boxes and containers holding the packages awaiting
sale. These pre-packaged materials will be consumer-sized packages that are similar to
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The Fire and Life Safety Coordinator will be familiar with:
•Major workplace hazards.
•Requirements to maintain aisles and exits.
•Proper handling and storage practices of potential flammable and combustible
materials, and ignition sources.
•MW Fresno’s Emergency Action Plan.
•Laws and local codes relating to fire prevention.
•All fire protection equipment.
The Fire and Life Safety Coordinator will be responsible to ensure all employees are
trained on fire prevention housekeeping procedures and the parts of this plan that apply to
them.
B.Reporting A Fire
In the event of a fire, visible smoke, or the smell of smoke, employees must leave the
area of the fire immediately! When customers are in the facility, the employees will assist
them to the exits and out of the building. They will assist those in danger if it is safe to do
so and help direct them out of the building and to a safe location. This should only be
attempted if it does not endanger other lives.
Immediately report any size fire to the fire department after evacuation.
C.Reporting an Emergency
Call 9-1-1.
For any emergency, whether at work or home, employees should be prepared to provide
the emergency operator with the following information:
•Type of emergency.
•Scope of emergency (number of people involved, size of the problem).
•Location of the emergency (be as specific as possible).
•Caller’s name and phone number.
•Any other details emergency response personnel should be aware of.
Stay on the line until the emergency operators indicate they have all the necessary
information. Let the emergency operators be the first to hang up.
D.OSHA Reporting Requirements
In the event of a serious occupational injury or illness, or the death of an employee as a
result of an occupational condition or incident, the Labor Code requires that CAL/OSHA
be notified of the occurrence by telephone immediately, no more than eight hours after
the incident, or as soon as it is known the employee will be hospitalized for “other than
observation.” The only exception would be when the person making the report can
demonstrate that exigent circumstances existed, and that, even with diligent inquiry, the
information for the report was not available in the required time frame.
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The local Cal/OSHA office number is (559) 445-5203. The following information must be
reported:
•Date and time of the incident.
•Employer's name, address, and telephone number.
•Name and job title of the person making the report.
•Address of the site of the accident or event.
•Names of the injured/ill employee, the person making the report, and the employer.
•Nature of the injury/illness.
•Location to where the injured employee(s) was (were) moved.
•List and identify other law enforcement agencies present at the site of the accident.
•A description of the accident and whether the accident scene had been altered.
A serious injury or illness is defined in Title 8, Section 330(h) and occurs when any of
the following occur:
•A fatality.
•An employee suffers a loss of any member of the body.
•An employee suffers a serious degree of permanent disfigurement.
•An employee is hospitalized for “other than medical observation.”
•A significant injury or illness diagnosed by a physician or other licensed health care
professional.
E.Emergency Evacuation
During new employee orientation, employees are informed of the procedures for
emergency evacuations, including their responsibility to become familiar with evacuation
routes, and to always consider a secondary route should the primary route be blocked.
Should it become necessary to evacuate, the order will be given by the fire alarm system
or verbally. At that time, everyone leaves by the nearest emergency exit following
established evacuation routes (Appendix B). Only designated evacuation routes and exits
should be used.
During the evacuation, all employees, visitors, and c ustomers who might be at the site are
to follow these general safety considerations listed:
•When instructed to, leave the area immediately. Only take items that are within
immediate reach; nothing is worth the chance of being trapped inside. No one is to
remain inside.
•Personnel will need to assist other employees and customers that may be in the
facility; help those who might not know MW Fresno’s evacuation procedures or
require assistance.
•The Fire and Life Safety Coordinator or designee will be positioned at an exit to
ensure everyone continues to move to the outside and the exit routes remain open.
•All employees must report to the Fire and Life Safety Coordinator or designee at the
designated evacuation assembly area.
•Roll call will be taken at the designated evacuation assembly site. The Fire and Life
Safety Coordinator or designee will then notify the person in charge whether all have
safely exited the site.
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•Once employees and/or customers arrive in an evacuation assembly area, they should
not leave it until told to do so by the person in charge.
•Employees are not to block access routes for emergency vehicles at the assembly
area. Avoid interference with emergency personnel.
At MW Fresno there is an emergency evacuation assembly area. It is located at the
southwest corner, next to Blackstone Avenue. (Appendix B)
F.ADA Compliant Evacuation Procedures
Posted signage for exiting should have Braille instructions for persons with visual
impairments.
•Signage for emergency exiting and instructions should be in colors easily
recognizable by persons with color blindness.
•Evacuation familiarization tours will be provided for any employee with a visual
impairment upon request.
In addition to loud alarms to announce emergency evacuations, strobe lighting may be
used to signal those with hearing impairments.
•Employees may be assigned to assist those with hearing impairments, including
customers, to ensure they are alerted to any emergency instructions.
•Employees with hearing impairments may receive instructions by texts or emails.
Employees or customers with mobility impairments will be assisted to the evacuation
assembly area.
G.Earthquakes
Employee Responsibilities:
•Prepare by planning where they would go before an earthquake occurs.
•Make preparation for family and home. All of the information in this plan can be used
at home.
During the earthquake drop, cover and hold.
•Everyone can be protected by sheltering under a sturdy desk or table, or against an
interior wall or corner.
•If it is not possible to get under sturdy furniture, then crouch next to a partition to
deflect falling objects and provide some protection.
•If outside, move to open ground away from buildings. Do not run to avoid being
thrown to the ground.
•Stay clear of potential hazard areas including around objects that could fall or break.
Actions to take after the earthquake:
•Remain calm and listen for any instructions being given; the Fire and Life Safety
Coordinator will assess the extent of damage and provide instructions as soon as
possible.
•Evacuate the building only if it is safe to do so after the shaking stops.
−Proceed in a calm and safe manner to the nearest safe exit.
−Walk carefully. Items might not be in their normal place, blocking an exit-way.
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−Once outside, report to the designated evacuation assembly site.
−Supervisors will account for staff to ensure that all personnel have been evacuated
in the same manner as in any other emergency.
−Once employees have been accounted for and a report made, a plan to locate any
missing persons can be developed at the Command Post that will be established.
Do not re-enter the building until instructed to do so.
•All able-bodied employees should be prepared to assist as indicated by the situation.
•Employees may assist with first aid to the level of their training and with other tasks
vital to the smooth operation of a disaster scene, as long as their safety is not
endangered.
Prepare for aftershocks following any serious quake.
•Employees are expected to remain clear of any weakened structures.
H.Medical Emergencies
In the event of a serious medical emergency, the first step is to report the emergency by
calling 9-1-1. While waiting for help to arrive, provide appropriate First Aid according to
your level of training.
Any MW Fresno personnel who are currently trained in CPR and/or first aid, including
the use of an AED, should give aid according to their level of training. It is important that
employees not go beyond his/her level of training to prevent doing further harm to the
injured individual.
Notify the Fire and Life Safety Coordinator immediately in the event of any injury or on-
the-job illness.
I.Violence
Robbery: MW Fresno employees are encouraged to comply with instructions received
from any person attempting to commit a robbery or other criminal act on MW Fresno’s
property. The first consideration should always be survival and self-safety. After the
criminal act, provide medical assistance for anyone that may require it and immediately
contact local law enforcement. It is expected that a more detailed security plan will also
be developed for dealing with these issues.
When law enforcement arrives:
•Listen. Calmly follow instructions.
•Put down anything in your hands. Put your cell phone in a pocket.
•Raise your hands, fingers spread. Keep your hands visible at all times.
•Avoid quick movements towards the officers. Don’t hang onto them.
•Avoid pointing, screaming or yelling.
•Exit when told to do so. Do not stop to talk with or ask directions from the officers.
More detailed information will be available in the site Security Plan.
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J.Driver Safety and Security
As a delivery service, MW Fresno values the safety and security of their drivers, as well
as their customers and products. Ensuring that vehicles are in a safe condition is a critical
component of the overall safety program, as well as ensuring the security of drivers as
they make their deliveries. For that reason, the following rules will be put into place and
enforced.
Vehicle Safety
•Delivery drivers must possess a valid driver's license and be knowledgeable about the
operation of their vehicle.
•The driver shall not start any vehicle until all riders comply with appropriate safety
precautions. Every employee will wear a seatbelt.
•Drivers are prohibited from using a cell phone or texting, or any other distracting
practice such as changing radio stations while driving. Blue tooth access to phone will
be synced to vehicle for hands free use.
•Drivers are prohibited from operating the vehicle while under the influence of any
alcohol, illegal drugs or any medication that might impair their driving skills.
•Engines will be shut off while refueling. No smoking is allowed while refueling
vehicles.
•Drivers will follow all rules and regulations while driving, including safe speeds for
conditions, following other vehicles at safe distances, signaling when turning or
changing lanes, etc.
•A safety check will be conducted before operating any truck or automobile. All
necessary equipment shall be inspected to ensure it is in good working order and
properly adjusted, including:
−Tail and headlamps.
−Turn-signal indicator lights.
−Mirrors.
−Windshield wipers.
−Backup alarms and lights.
−Oil and fluid levels.
−Battery.
−Tire inflation.
•All vehicles will be maintained in safe working order. Any vehicle that is known to
have a defective condition must not be operated. All defective items, such as br oken
or missing parts, excessive wear or faulty conditions must be promptly repaired or
replaced. No vehicle will be used if not in good working order.
•All accidents will be reported to appropriate authorities, including immediate
supervisors immediately. The driver will stay at the scene to file a report with the
authorities.
Delivery Security
•Product for delivery shall be prepared and packaged so as to maintain the integrity of
the product to be delivered. Drivers shall sign for the product to be delivered. All
delivery details, including name or identity of the recipient, address, and phone
number and any other pertinent details shall be provided to the driver in writing.
•The product for delivery shall be secured in a locked or otherwise secured delivery
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container. Only the driver or other authorized personnel shall have access to the
product until it is properly delivered to the recipient.
•The driver and/or authorized personnel shall not divulge information about the
product, or the identity of recipients to any unauthorized personnel.
•Should it be necessary to stop for refueling or any other reason while the product is in
the vehicle, the vehicle shall be properly locked and secured.
•Any incident involving the product or during the transaction with the recipient shall
be reported to MW Fresno immediately. If required, such as for an altercation or
illegal action (e.g. theft of product), the proper authorities shall be notified
immediately.
•Recipients and/or their authorized representative shall sign for deliveries.
•Any payment received for deliveries shall be properly documented by the driver, and
the payment shall be properly secured for transportation back to the facility.
VII.FIRE PREVENTION
A.Housekeeping Procedures
•Fire doors shall be kept closed at all times unless provided with alarm actuated, self-
closing hardware.
•Maintain a minimum of three feet clearance around/ in front of all electrical panels.
•Extension cords shall not be used in place of fixed wiring and shall only be used for
temporary purposes.
•Multi-plug adapters shall not be used unless provided as part of a listed and fused
power strip. They must be plugged directly into an approved receptacle.
•Electrical cords shall not be placed under carpets or through doorways.
•Any fire protection equipment including fire extinguishers, shall not be blocked.
•All combustible storage shall be stored in a manner to prevent the spread of fire.
•All combustible waste shall be stored in approved waste containers.
•All work areas will be kept free of excess accumulations of waste.
•Smoking will only be allowed in designated areas. Whenever smoking materials are
discarded, they should be placed in appropriate, designated containers.
B.Potential Fire Hazards
•Minimal amounts of hazardous products will be kept on site for cleaning purposes
only.
C.Suppression Systems
Fire Extinguishers:
•Fire extinguishers are located near exit doors throughout the facility to ensure that
they are within 75 feet of all areas. This is necessary to allow them to be accessed and
used when a small fire is discovered.
•Fire extinguishers require some periodic inspection and maintenance. Fire
extinguishers will be visually inspected every month and the inspection documented.
•All extinguishers shall be serviced annually by an approved contractor and following
each use.
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Automatic Fire Sprinklers:
When exposed to heat, the individual sprinkler head works to extinguish the fire
through the application of water from the head that is exposed to the heat. The
activation of a sprinkler will also sound an audible alarm and will notify the alarm
company who will in turn notify the fire department.
•Each individual sprinkler head must be unobstructed, so it can detect the presence
of a fire and extinguish it at the earliest possible moment.
•At no time shall storage come within 18 inches of any sprinkler head since this
could obstruct the operation of the system.
•In order to ensure proper operation, Automatic Fire Sprinkler Systems require
periodic inspection and maintenance. The system will be inspected and serviced
quarterly by an authorized technician and a written record will be available
documenting the findings.
•The system must be tested and certified every five years by a licensed technician.
D.Other Fire and Life Safety Equipment
Alarms: MW Fresno currently has a monitored automatic fire sprinkler system that is
monitored by an alarm company. They plan to install a fully monitored security alarm
system as well. Verbal communication can also be used to provide separate notifications
for full evacuations and sheltering in place.
•Any manual alarm stations for use in conjunction with employee alarm systems will
be unobstructed, conspicuous and readily accessible. Any pull stations are maintained
by the building leasing company.
•The alarms will be tested regularly and serviced according to manufacturers’
recommendations.
Emergency Lighting: Emergen cy lighting will be maintained and tested according to
manufacturers’ recommendations and CFC requirements.
E.Aisles and Exits
All aisles and exits shall conform to minimum standards as outlined by fire and building
codes applicable to the facility.
The Fire and Life Safety Coordinator will ensure that all workers assist in the
maintenance of aisles and exits in their respective workplaces. It is the responsibility of
the Fire and Life Safety Coordinator to ensure that aisles and exits remain free of
obstructions at all times.
•Storage is not permitted in emergency exit paths even on a temporary basis.
•Any operation that blocks or makes an emergency exit inoperable must receive the
approval of the Fire and Life Safety Coordinator or his designee. Special
arrangements shall be made to ensure adequate exiting during the temporary
operation.
•Exit signs shall be posted above all emergency exits. Signs that are designed to be
illuminated shall be maintained in proper working order at all times.
•Cords and cables shall not lay across aisles where they might present a tripping
hazard.
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•Aisles shall be maintained at a minimum of 36 inches wide.
•Spills of any liquids in aisles should be cleaned up as soon as possible.
•Door hardware, including locks, bolts, chains, etc., shall not be added to any exit door
without the approval of the Fire and Life Safety Coordinator.
•Exit doors and hardware shall be inspected as part of the regular Safety Inspection.
VIII.CONCLUSION
Based on a review of the materials provided and consultation with key personnel involved in the
project, it is my opinion that upon completion of the required code review processes that the
project will undergo once it has been approved, coupled with the implementation of the
employee safety programs outlined in this report, the project will contain the necessary fire and
life safety elements to approve the project.
5.2.3; 5.2.4 Description of cannabis activity that will be conducted in each area of the premise; Limited Access Areas
Reception Area
This is the area of the facility where customers enter and check-in with the Receptionist
prior to engaging in their shopping experience. A limited number of customers will be allowed to await entry into the Retail Area after check-in.
Retail Area (Employee Areas = Limited Access Area)
The Retail Area is the epicenter of Medallion’s facility. This is where customers
interface with our Budtenders who are trained to facilitate the most enjoyable and
informative customer experience available in the industry. Selection and purchase of product by customers will take place in the Retail Area.
Storage
This portion of the facility is used to house non-cannabis supplies including packaging,
cleaning supplies and other equipment to be utilized in day to day operations.
Delivery Department (Limited Access Area)
This area will serve as central command for the facility’s delivery operations, and shall
house the delivery communication systems and personnel.
METRC Compliance Office (Limited Access Area)
This shall be the dedicated area where shipping manifests, invoices, inventory logs and
any and all documentation related to products received or sold by Medallion shall be
produced, managed and stored. All METRC entries and necessary inventory
discrepancy issues shall be handled by Management in conjunction with the VP of
Compliance/METRC within this office.
Break Room
The Break Room shall be equipped with a lunch table, chairs, sinks, counterspace as
well as a refrigerator and microwave that employees may use during their breaks.
Restrooms
Accessible to employees only, as well as vendors upon request and approval by
Management.
Executive Offices/Training Area (Limited Access Area)This area shall serve as the primary office for Store Management and Executives. All
day to day bookkeeping, correspondence, as well as interface between Management
and Employees will take place. This area shall also be made available for employee
training, Union Meetings, and Community Meetings
PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT
2600 Fresno Street • Third Floor Jennifer K. Clark, AICP, Director
Fresno, California 93721-3604
(559) 621-8277 FAX (559) 498-1026
November 19, 2020 Please reply to:
Rob Holt
(559) 621-8056
Zach Drivon
MW Fresno, Inc.
4854 N Blackstone Ave
Fresno, CA 93726
Dear Applicant:
SUBJECT: ZONING INQUIRY NUMBER P20-03916 REQUESTING INFORMATION
REGARDING CANNABIS RETAIL FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 4854
NORTH BLACKSTONE AVENUE
(APN 425-172-05)
Thank you for your inquiry regarding the allowance of new cannabis retail uses. The requested
information about cannabis retail uses was analyzed using Article 27, Chapter 15 of the Fresno
Municipal Code (FMC) of the City of Fresno. Please note, all research for this inquiry is based
on existing land development of the subject property. If there are multiple buildings on the
subject property, this research was based on the address provided in the request. This research
does not take into effect of future development unless provided in your application request. With
that, research of a proposed cannabis retail business on the subject property conveys the
following:
1. All cannabis retail businesses must be located on property zoned DTN (Downtown
Neighborhood), DTG (Downtown General), CMS (Commercial Main Street), CC
(Commercial Community), CR (Commercial Regional), CG (Commercial General), CH
(Commercial Highway), NMX (Neighborhood Mixed-Use), CMX (Corridor/Center Mixed-
Use), RMX (Regional Mixed-Use), and must meet all of the requirements for
development in these zones, including, but not limited to, parking, lighting, building
materials, etc.
The subject property is zoned CMX , which is one of the allowable zone districts for
cannabis retail businesses. Development standards of the CMX zone district are
available in Sections 15-1103, 15-1104, and 15-1105 of the FMC. The subject location
meets the zone district requirement, per Section 15-2739.B.1.a of the FMC, for a
cannabis retail business.
2. All building(s) in which a cannabis retail business is located shall be no closer than 800
feet from any property boundary containing the following: (1) A cannabis retail business;
(2) A school providing instruction for any grades pre-school through 12 (whether public,
private, or charter, including pre-school, transitional kindergarten, and K-12); (3) A day
care center licensed by the state Department of Social Services that is in existence at
the time a complete commercial cannabis business permit application is submitted; and,
(4) A youth center that is in existence at the time a complete commercial cannabis
business permit is submitted.
Zoning Inquiry P20-03916
4854 North Blackstone Avenue
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November 19, 2020
The subject property is not located within 800 feet of the property boundary of any of the
above-mentioned uses. The subject building meets the separation requirements,
per Section 15-2739.B.1.b of the FMC, for a cannabis retail business.
3. Prior to commencing operations, a cannabis retail business must obtain a Cannabis
Conditional Use Permit from the Planning and Development Department per Section 15-
2739.N of the FMC.
4. No more than 2 cannabis retail businesses may be located in any one Council District. If
more than 14 are ever authorized by Council (more than 2 per Council District), they
shall be dispersed evenly by Council District.
The subject property is in Council District 4. There are currently no cannabis retail
businesses located in Council District 4. This location requirement is satisfied for a
cannabis retail business.
Please review the entirety of Article 33, Chapter 9 (Cannabis Retail Business and
Commercial Cannabis), and Section 15-2739 (Adult Use and Medicinal Cannabis Retail
Business and Commercial Cannabis Business) of the FMC to understand other
requirements of cannabis retail businesses, including but not limited to, application
requirements, signage, etc.
This information was researched by the undersigned per the zoning request. The undersigned
certifies that the above information contained herein is believed to be accurate and is based
upon, or relates to, the information supplied by the requestor. The City of Fresno assumes no
liability for errors and omissions. All information was obtained from public records held by the
Planning and Development Department.
A copy of the Fresno Municipal Code may be obtained by contacting the City Clerk’s office at
559-621-7650. The Fresno Municipal Code may also be searched on the Internet, free of
charge, by going to www.fresno.gov. If you have questions regarding this matter, please
contact me by telephone at 559-621-8056 or at Robert.Holt@fresno.gov.
Cordially,
Rob Holt, Planner III
Development Services Division
Planning and Development Department