HomeMy WebLinkAboutC-20-113 The Apiary RedactedApplicant (Entity) Information
Application Type
Proposed Location
Commercial Cannabis Business
Permit Application
C-20-113
Submitted On: Dec 04, 2020
Applicant
Kevin Chandler
Applicant (Entity) Name:
The Apiary, LLC
DBA:
The Apiary
Physical Address:
2974 E Butler Ave
City:
Fresno
State:
CA
Zip Code:
93611
Primary Contact Same as Above?
Yes
Primary Contact Name:
Kevin Chandler
Primary Contact Title:
CEO
Primary Contact Phone:
Primary Contact Email:HAS ANY INDIVIDUAL IN THIS APPLICATION APPLIED FOR
ANY OTHER CANNABIS PERMIT IN THE CITY OF FRESNO?:
No
Select one or more of the following categories. For each
category, indicate whether you are applying for Adult-Use (“A”)
or/and Medicinal (“M”) or both
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
Microbusiness (Non-Retail)
Business Formation Documentation:
Limited Liability Company
Property Owner Name:
Zinkin Family Partners
Proposed Location Address:
2974 E Butler Ave
City:
Fresno
State:
CA
Zip Code:
93721
Property Owner Phone:
5592248100
Property Owner Email:
NZinkin@nz-law.com
Assessor's Parcel Number (APN):
46803002
Proposed Location Square Footage:
Owner State:
CA
Owner Zip:
93611
Has Owner Completed Background Check Application?
No
Ownership Percentage (%):
100
December 3rd , 2020
MORTGAGE & REAL ESTA E INC .
2520 W Shaw Ln, Ste. 106, Fresno, CA 93711
(P) 559-472-7615, (F) 559-472-9688
PRE-APPROVAL LETTER
Regarding Bonower: Kevin Chandler
Sales Price:
Loan Program: Conventional 25% Down Payment
Xander Mortgage & Real Estate Inc. has reviewed the preliminary loan documentation and
info1mation provided by, Kevin Chandler and based on our review, it is our opinion that we will
be able to obtain a Conventional loan in the amount of
This is not a loan commitment and all updated documentation supporting the information on the
loan application is subject to final review by an underwriter of the mortgage lender.
Final loan approval must be issued by the underwriter, subject to the terms and conditions in
effect at the time.
Should you have any questions, please do not hesitate to call me at (559) 825-5555.
Ivf ohan Cheema
CEO
(559) 472-7750
mohan@goaxander.com
NMLS # 696852
Xander Mortgage & Real Estate Inc.
BRE #02067197, NMLS #1825688
Lie #997383
Letter of Intent
Construction Financing Agreement
This Letter of Intent is entered into by and between The Apiary LLC ("TA") and Central Valley Iron Inc ("CVI"}, (The "Parties")
PURPOSE
The purpose of this letter of intent is to ensure that CVI will initially assume all costs of construction as identified in all subsequent
invoices produced by CVI for the work at 2974 E Butler Ave Fresno, CA 93721 (the "Project"). TA Agrees to repay the entirety of all
invoices plus an additional 10% amortized over 36 months upon the completion of the Project.
TERM
The term of this agreement will expire three years after the completion of the Project, whenever that date may be. At the expiration
of the term of this agreement, TA agrees to make a balloon payment of any and all unpaid costs associated with the project as
identified in the invoices. This term may be amended by express written agreements between the Parties .
ACKNOWLEDGMENTS
CVI agrees to keep a ledger of all costs of materials, labor, third party contracts, and any other costs to complete the Project. Any
and all costs and fees that are not logged by CVI will not be owed to CVI at the end of the term of this agreement. The invoice must
include a detailed description of the materials actually used for the Project as well as a description of hours of labor and labor
performed.
TA acknowledges that it will pay all costs of labor and materials as invoiced by CVI up to and including May 13, 2022, which is the
date the Project is predicted to be completed.
CVI acknowledges that time is of the essence and it will complete each phase of the Project as outlined in the attached document
titled Microbusiness Development Phases.
The parties mutually assent to the terms of this Letter of Intent and this agreement shall not be construed against the drafter.
ATTORNEYS FEES
In the event of any dispute between the Parties concerning the terms and provisions of this Letter of Intent the prevailing party in
such dispute shall be entitled to collect from the other party all costs incurred including the other party's reasonable attorney fees.
ARBITRATION
In the event a dispute shall arise between the parties to this Letter of Intent. it is hereby agreed that the dispute shall be referred_ to
arbitration with AAA in Fresno, CA. The arbitrator's decision shall be final and binding and judgement may be entered thereon. In
the event a party fails to proceed with arbitration , unsuccessfully challenges the arbitrators award, or fails to comply with the
arbitrator's award, the other party is entitled to cost of suit including reasonable attorney fees for having to compel arbitration or
defend or enforce the award.
Date: ____ _ The Apiary LLC
Kevin Chandler, CEO
•
Mark Awad , CEO
4665 E Hedges Ave Suite 101
Fresno CA 93703
CentralValleylron.com
centralvalleyiron@gmail.com
(559) 97 4-924 7
Fax (855) 231-8263
BOE-502-A (P1) REV. 13 (06-17)
PRELIMINARY CHANGE OF OWNERSHIP REPORT
To be completed by the transferee (buyer) prior to a transfer of subject
property, in accordance with Section 480.3 of the Revenue and Taxation
Code. A Preliminary Change of Ownership Report must be filed with
each conveyance in the County Recorder's office for the county
where the property is located.
FOR ASSESSOR'S USE ONLY
220 M St, LLC,
a California limited liability company
ASSESSOR'S PARCEL NUMBER
468-232-02; 468-232-03
SELLER/TRANSFEROR
Alan R. Hopkins Separate Property Trust.Scot
Schultz, Claire Andrews, Bradford Schultz,
BUYER'S DAYT!ME TELEPHONE NUMBER
BUYER'S EMA!L ADDRESS
STREET ADDRESS OR PHYSICAL LOCATION OF REAL PROPERTY
2305 N. Los Anjl_eles Street & 220 M. Street, Fresno, CA
DYES l)ljNO
DYES ~NO
This property is intended as my principal residence. !f YES, please indicate the date of occupancy
or intended occupancy.
Are you a disabled veteran or a unmarried surviving spouse of a disabled veteran who was
compensated at 100% by the Department of Veterans Affairs?
MO DAY I YEAR
MAIL PROPERTY TAX INFORMATION TO (NAME)
220 M St, LLC, a California limited liability compan
MAIL PROPERTY TAX INFORMATION TO (ADDRESS) CITY STATE I ZIP CODE
PART I: TRANSFER INFORMATION Please complete all statements.
This section contains possible exclusions from reassessment for certain types of transfers. ~1A D B.
This transfer is solely between spouses (addition or removal of a spouse, death of a spouse, divorce settlement, etc.).
This transfer is solely between domestic partners currently registered with the California Secretary of State (addition or removal of a
partner, death of a partner, termination settlement, etc.).
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This is a transfer: D between parent(s) and child(ren) D from grandparent(s) to grandchild(ren).
This transfer is the result of a cotenant's death. Date of death _____________ _
~•E This transaction is to replace a principal residence by a person 55 years of age or older.
Within the same county? DYES D NO
~•F This transaction is to replace a principal residence by a person who is severely disabled as defined by Revenue and Taxation Code
section 69.5. Within the same county? □ YES D NO
~ G. This transaction is only a correction of the name(s) of the person(s) holding title to the property (e.g., a name change upon marriage).
If YES, please explain:
; H.
I .
The recorded document creates, terminates 1 or reconveys a lender's interest in the property.
This transaction is recorded only as a requirement for financing purposes or to create, terminate, or reconvey a security interest
(e.g., cosigner). If YES, please explain:
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The recorded document substitutes a trustee of a trust, mortgage, or other similar document.
This is a transfer of property:
1. to/from a revocable trust that may be revoked by the transferor and is for the benefit of
□ the transferor, and/or □ the transferor's spouse D reglstered domestic partner.
2. to/from an irrevocable trust for the benefit of the
□ creator/grantor/trustor and/or □ grantor's/trustor's spouse □ grantor's/trustor's registered domestic partner.
;
L. This property is subject to a lease with a remaining lease term of 35 years or more including written options.
M. This is a transfer between parties in which proportional interests of the transferor(s) and transferee(s) in each and every parcel being
transferred remain exactly the same after the transfer.
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N This is a transfer subject to subsidized low-income housing requirements with governmentally imposed restrictlons, or restrictions
imposed by specified nonprofit corporations.
0. This transfer is to the first purchaser of a new building containing an active solar energy system.
P. Other. This transfer is to -------------------------------------------
Please refer to the instructions for Part 1.
Please p~<:)y_i':!_e any other information that will help the Assessor understand the nature of the transfer.
THIS DOCUMENT IS NOT SUBJECT TO PUBLIC INSPECTION
SFRM0017 (OSI Rev. 12/20/17)
BOE-502-A (P_2) REV. 13 (06-17)
PART 2. OTHER TRANSFER INFORMATION Check and complete as applicable.
A. Date of transfer, if other than recording date: ______________ _
B. Type of Transfer
)(Purchase D Foreclosure □ Gift □ Trade or exchange □ Merger, stock, or partnership acquisition (Form BOE-100-B)
D Contract of sale. Date of contract:_____________ □ Inheritance. Date of death:
□ Sale/leaseback □ Creation of a !ease D Assignment of a lease □ Termination of a lease. Date lease began
Original term in years (including written options): ___ _ Remaining term in years (including written options): ____ _
□ Other. Please explain _______________ _, ___________________________ _
C. Only a partial interest in the property was transferred. □ YES NO If YES, indicate the percentage transferred:
PART 3. PURCHASE PRICE AND TERMS OF SALE Check and complete as applicable.
A. Total purchase price.
B. Cash down payment or value of trade or exchange excluding closing costs
C. First deed of trust@ ______r__ % interest for < years. Monthly payment$ ________ _
D FHA ( ____ Discount Points) D Ca!-~~t D VA ( ____ Discount Points) .X;, Fixed rate D Variable rate
D Bank/Savings & Loan/Credit Union ~ Loan carried by seller
D Balloon payment$___________ Due date:
D. Second deed of trust @ % interest for ____ years. Monthly payment$ ________ _
□ Fixed rate □ Variable rate □ Bank/Savings & Loan/Credit Union □ Loan carried by seller
□ Balloon payment$___________ Due date:
G
Amount $
Amount $
Amount $
E. Was an Improvement Bond or other public financing assumed by the buyer? D YES □ NO Outstanding Balance $
%
F.
G.
Amount, if any, of real estate ~omission fees paid by the buyer which are not included in the. pur hase price $
The property was purchased: Through real estate broker. Broker name:LJ WMC,~ -1.. Phone number ~-~~-----
□ Dlrect from seller □ From a family member-Relationship ________________ _
□ Other: Please explain: __________________________________________ _
H. Please explain any special terms, seller concessions, broker/agent fees waived, financing, and any other information (e.g., buyer assumed the
existing loan balance) that would assist the Assessor in the valuation of your property.
PART 4. PROPERTY INFORMATION Check and complete as applicable.
A. Type of property transferred
D Single-family residence
□ Multiple-family residence. Number of units: ___ _
□ Other. Description: (i.e., timber, mineral, water rights, etc.)
□ Co-op/Own-your-own D Manufactured home
□ Condominium □ Unimproved lot
□ Timeshare □ Commercial/Industrial
B. □ YES □ NO Personal/business property, or incentives, provided by seller to buyer are included in the purchase price. Examples of personal
property are furniture, farm equipment, machinery, etc. Examples of incentives are club membershlps 1 etc. Attach list if available.
If YES, enter the value of the personal/business property: $ __________ Incentives $ ________ _
C. □ YES □ NO A manufactured home is included in the purchase price.
If YES, enter the value attributed to the manufactured home: $ ______ _
□ YES □ NO The manufactured home is subject to local property tax. If NO, enter decal number ________________ _
D. □ YES D NO The property produces rental or other income.
If YES, the income is from: □ Lease/rent □ Contract □ Mineral rights □ Other: ___________________ _
E. The condition of the property at the time of sale was: □ Good □ Average □ Fair □ Poor
Please describe:
CERTIFICATION
I certify (or declare) that the foregoing and all information hereon, including any accompanying statements or documents, is true and correct to the best
of my knowledge and belief
SIGNA?RE OF BUYERffRANSFEREE OR CORPORATE OFFICER
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'DATE TELEPHONE
NAME OF BUYERffRANSFEREE/LEGAL REPRESENTATIVE/CORPORATE OFFICER (PLEASE PRINT) -1flTLE EMAIL ADDRESS
Kevin Chandler 'member
The Assessor's office may contact you for additional information regarding this transaction.
SFRM0017 (OSI Rev. 12/20/17)
Chicago Title Company
Sue Meyer
Chicago Title Company
7330 N. Palm Avenue, Suite IOI
Fresno, CA 93711
7330 N. Palm Avenue, Suite 101, Fresno, CA 93711
Phone: (559) 451-3736 • Fax: (559) 431-8936
Date:
Escrow No.:
Title No.:
Property Address:
July 15, 2018
45001035-450-SM
45001035
PRELIMINARY REPORT APPROVAL
I have read the Preliminary Report issued by Chicago Title Company dated March 19, 2018, covering the property described
in your above numbered escrow and approve the Policy of Title Insurance to be issued to me as required by my instructions
to include as encumbrances therein Item Nos. 1, 2, 3, 4, of said report, in addition, to those specific items described in my
escrow instructions or created by me.
I hereby acknowledge receipt of copy of said Preliminary.
220 M St, LLC,
a California limited liability company
By: __________ _
Kevin Chandler, sole member
Preliminary Report Approval
MIS CO I 49 (DSI Rev. 5/26/16) Page 1
Printed: 7/15/2018 I :50 PM by SM
Escrow No.: 45001035-450-SM
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THIS NATURAL HAZARD DISCLOSURE STATEMENT APPLIES TO THE FOLLOWING PROPERTY,
2305 LOS ANGELES ST, FRESNO. CA. 93721 ("PROPERTY"}
468-232.-02
: LJU~'cSS", 2305 LOS ANGELES ST. FRESNO. CA, 93721
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The transferor and his or her agent{s) or a third-party consultant disclose the following information with ti,e knowledge that even though this is not a warr<1nty, prospective-transfem:,es may rely on this information in
deelding whether and on what terms to purchase the Property. Tra11sforor hereby authorizes ariy agent(s) rcprosenting any principaljs) in this action to provide a copy of this Statement to any person or entity in
con.,ec\ic,r, with any actual or anticipate,ci sale of the Property.
The following are representations made by the trdnsferor and his or her agent(s) based on their Knawledgo and maps drawn by the stato and fed era/ gove,rnmS'nts. This Information is a dlsdosure cind is not intende,d to be
part c,f any contract between the transferett and transferor.
THIS REAL PROPERTY LIES WITHIN THE FOLLOWING HAZARDOUS AREA(S}:
A SPECIAL FlOOD HAZARD AREA (Any type, Zone "A" or "V') designated by the Federal Emergency Manag«ment Agency.
Yes, No, X Do not know and jnformation not available from local jurisdiction,
AN AREA OF POTENTIAL FLOODING shown on a dam failure inundation map pursuant to section 8589,5 of th" Govemment Code.
Yes, X No, Do not know and information not available from local jurisdiction,
A VERY HIGH FIRE HAZARD SEVERITY ZONE pursuant to section S1178 or 51179 of the Government Code. The c,wner of this Property is subject to the maintenance requirements of section 57182 of the Government Code
Yes, No, X
A WILDLAND AREA THAT MAY CONTAIN SUBSTANTIAL FOREST FIRE RISKS AND HAZARDS pursuant to section 4125 of the Public Resources Code. The owner of this Property is subject to the malritenance requirements of
sectiDn 4291 of the Public Resources Code. Additionally. It is not the state's responsibility to provide fire p1otection services to any building or structure loc;ated within the wildlands unle.-s the Department of Forestry and
Fire Protection has entered Into a cooperative agreement with a local agency for those purposes pursuant to section 4142 of the Public Resources Code.
Yes, No, X
AN EARTHQUAKE FAULT ZONE pursuant to se-ction 2622 of the Public Resources Code.
Yes, No, X
A SEISMIC HAZARD ZONE pursuant to section 2696 of the Publ!c R"sourcos Code.
Yes (Landslide Zone), No Map not yet r"lecised by the stat.,, X
Yes (Liquefaction Zone) No, Map not yet released by tha state, X
THESE HAZARDS MAY LIMIT YOUR ABILITY TO DEVELOP THE PROPERTY. TO OBTAIN INSURMKE, OR TO RECEIVE ASSISTANCE AFTER A DISASTER.
THE MAPS ON WHICH THESE DISCLOSURES ARE BASED ESTIMATE WHERE NATURAL HAZARDS EXIST. THEY ARE NOT DEFINITIVE INDICATORS OF WHETHER OR NOT A PROPERTY WILL BE AFFECTED BY A NATURAL
DISASTER, TRANSFEREE(S) AND TRANSFEROR(S) MAY WISH TO OBTAIN PROFESSIONAL ADVICE REGARDING THOSE HAZARDS AND OTHER HAZARDS THAT MAY AFFECT THE PROPERTY
Signature ofTransferor(s), _________________ Date, __________ _
Signature of Transferor(s): ______________ -·--·-----Date, __________ _
Agent(s), ______________________ Date, __________ _
Ag.,nt(s), __________________ ~ Date, ___________ _
Ch.,ck only one of the following,
Transferor{s) and their agent(s) represent that the information herein is true and correct to the best c,f the Tr knowledge as of the date signed by the trnnsferor(s) Jnd agent(s).
X Transferor(s) and their agent(s) acknowledge that they have exercised good faith in U,e selection of a third-party report provider as required in Civil Code section 1103,7. and that the representations made in
this Statement are based upon information provided by the independent third-party disclosure provider as a substituted disclosure pursuant to Civil Code section 1103.4. Neither Transferor(s) nor their agent(s) (1) has
Independently verified the information contained in tJ1is Statement and report or (2) is personally aware of any errors'" inaccuracies In the information contained on this Statement. This Statement was prepared by the
provider below,
This statement was prepared by the following third-party disclosure provider: CertifiedNHD on 03/30/18
Transferee represents that he or she has read at.d understands this statement. Pursuant to Civil Code siaction 1103.a. the representations made In this Statement do not constitute all of the transferor's or agent"s disclosure
obligations In this transaction,
Signature of Transferee(s): ____________________________ Date, --------~---____ _
Signature ofTransf.,ree(s)· ________________ Date, ______________ _
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468-232-02
·_u;; 2305 LOS ANGELES ST, FRESNO. CA. 93721
C: 03/30/18 , ~ '"?'.; ~--2251-75296
Section 5.2 of Rule 4901 -Wood-Burning Fireplaces and Wood-Burning Heaters, requires any wood-burning heater (stove or fireplace insert)
included with the sale or transfer of real property to be EPA Phase I! certified. Any non-certified wood-burning heater must be removed
from the property or rendered permanently inoperable prior to the close of escrow.
There are no restrictions on the sale or transfer of property with open-hearth masonry or zero-clearance fireplaces, pellet stoves, or wood-
burning cook stoves with ovens. A certified heater should have a permanent label attached that indicates that the heater is EPA Phase 11
certified.
Sellers are required to complete this form whenever a wood-burning stove or insert is included with the property. A copy shall be mailed or
faxed to the San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution Control District within 30 days of close of escrow.
Seller represents that to the best of the Seller's knowledge, the subject property meets the following requirements of Section 5.2 of District
Rule 4901 at the close of escrow, That any woodstoves or fireplace inserts included in the property are EPA Phase I! certified and that any
non-certified woodstove or insert has been removed from the property or rendered permanently inoperable.
Seller: Date: ___________________ _
Seller: _______ ____ Date:
The undersigned hereby acknowledges receipt of a copy of this document.
Buyer:------------------------------------------------Date: ____________________ _
Buyer: Date, ____________________ _
WARNING: It is unlawful to sell any wood-burning heater that is not EPA Phase II certified. This includes, but is not limited to the transfer
through a real estate transaction. This transaction is subject to an audit by the San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution Control District for
compliance.
For more information please contact:
San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution Control District
1990 East Gettysburg Avenue
Fresno, California 93726
(559) 230-6000
www.valleyair.org
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,---r:-11-~-Wood-Burning Heater Statement of Cornpliarice
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THIS NATURAL HAZARD DISCLOSURE STATEMENT APPLIES TO THE FOLLOWINC PROPERTY:
220 MST, FRESNO, CA, 93721 {"PROPERTr)
C -, .£.fi8-232-Q3
220 MST. FRESNO, CA 93727
03/30/1s I" -2251-75307
The transferor and his or her agent{s) ar a third-party consultant disclose the following information with the knowledge that even though this is not a warranty, prc.spective transferees may rely on tlils information ir,
ds>-dding whether and on what terms to purch<1se the Property. Transferor hereby authorizes any agent(s) representing any principal(s) in this ;,ction to provide a copy of this St3tem<ent to <>ny p,:,rson or entity in
connecti<,r, with any actual or anticipated sale of the Property.
The following are representations made by the tranrleror and his or her agent(s) based on their knowledge and maps drawn by the state and fad era I governments. This informat;on is a disclosure and is not intended to be
part of any contract between the transferee and transferor
THIS REAL PROPERTY LIES WITHIN THE FOLLOWING HAZARDOUS AREA(S),
A SPECIAL FLOOD HAZARD AREA (Any type Zone "A" or "V0
) designated by th" Federal Emergency Management Agency.
Yes, No, X Do not know and information not available from local jurisdiction,
AN AREA OF POTENTIAL FLOODING shown on a dam failure inundation map pursuant to section 8589.5 of the Govemment Code.
Yes, X No, Do not know and information not available from local jurisdiction,
A VERY HIGH FIRE HAZARD SEVERln' ZONE pursuant to section 51178 or 51179 of the Government Code. The owner of this Property is subject to the maintenance requirements of section 51182 of the Government Code.
Yes, No, X
A WtLDLAND AREA THAT MAY CONTAIN SUBSTANTIAL FOREST FIRE RISKS AND HAZARDS pursuant to section 4125 of the Public Resources Code. The owner of this Property is subject to the maintenance requlremcnts of
section 4291 of the Public Resources Cod€. Additionally, it is not the state"s responsibility to provide fire protection services to any building or structure located within the wildlands unless the Department of Forestry and
Fire Protection has entered into a cooperative agreement with a local agency for those purposes pursuant to section 4142 of the Public Resources Code.
Yes· No, X
AN EARTHQUAKE FAULT ZONE pursuant to section 2622 of the Public Resources Code.
Yes, No, X
A SEISMIC HAZARD ZDNE pursuant to section 2696 of the Public R"sources Code.
Yes ILandslldo Zeno)· No, Map not yet release<! by th<> state, X
Yes (Liquefaction Zone): No, Map not yet ,el1>ased by the state, X
THESE HAZARDS MAY LIMITYOURABILln' TO DEVELOP THE PROPERn', TO OBTAIN INSURANCE, OR TO RECEIVEASS)STANCEAFTER A DISASTER.
THE MAPS ON WHICH THESE DISCLOSURES ARE BASED ESTIMATE WHERE NATURAL HAZARDS EXIST. THEY ARE NOT DEFINITIVE INDICATORS OF WHETHER OR NOT A PROPERn'WILL BE AFFECTED BY A NATURAL
DISASTER. TRANSFEREE(S) AND TRANSFEROR(S) MAY WISH TO OBTAIN PROFESSIONAL ADVICE REGARDING THOSE HAZARDS AND OTHER HAZARDS THAT MAY AFFECT THE PROPERTY.
Signature ofTransfero,(s), _________________ Date, __________ _
Signature of T,ansforor(s), ______________ ···--Date, __________ _
Agent(s), ______________________ Date, __________ _
Agent{s), ______________________ Date __________ _
Check only one of th" following,
Transferor{s] and their agent(s) represent that the information herein is true and correct to the best of their knowledge as of the date signed by the transfero,(s) and agent{s).
X Transferor(s) and their slgent(s) acknowledge that they have exercised good faith in the selection of a third-party report provider as required in Civil Code section 1103.7, and that the representiltions made in
this Statement are based upon information provided by the independ.,nt third-party disclosuri, provider as a substituted disclosure pursuant to Civil Code section 1103-4. Neither Transferor(s] nor their agent(s) j1) has
independently verified the Information contained in this Statement and report or (2) is personally aware of any errors or inaccurades in the information contained on this Statement. This Statement was prepared by the
provider below,
This statement was prepared by the following third-party disclosure provider: CertifiedNHD on 03/30/18
Transferee represents that he or she has read and understands this Statement. Pursuant to Civil Code section 1703.B. the representations made in this Statement do not constitute all of th1> transferor's or ag<ent's disclosure
obligations in thb transaction,
Signature ofTransferee(s), _______ -------~Date, __________ _
Signature of Transferee(s), _________________ Date, __________ _
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Natura! Hazard Disclosure State-ment
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Disclosure
468-232-03
220 MST FRESNO, CA, 93721
-::_ 03/30/18 2251-75307
Section 5.2 of Rule 4901 -Wood-Burning Fireplaces and Wood-Burning Heaters, requires any wood-burning heater (stove or fireplace insert)
included with the sale or transfer of real property to be EPA Phase II certified. Any non-certified wood-burning heater must be removed
from the property or rendered permanently inoperable prior to the close of escrow,
There are no restrictions on the sale or transfer of property with open-hearth masonry or zero-clearance fireplaces, pellet stoves, or wood-
burning cook stoves with ovens. A certified heater should have a permanent label attached that indicates that the heater is EPA Phase H
certified.
Sellers are required to complete this form whenever a wood-burning stove or insert is included with the property. A copy shall be mailed or
faxed to the San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution Control District within 30 days of close of escrow.
Seller represents that to the best of the Seller's knowledge, the subject property meets the following requirements of Section 5.2 of District
Rule 4901 at the close of escrow: That any wood stoves or fireplace inserts included in the property are EPA Phase II certified and that any
non-certified woodstove or insert has been removed from the property or rendered permanently inoperable,
Seller: ____ _ Date, ___________________ _
Seller: _ ____ Date,
The undersigned hereby acknowledges receipt of a copy of this document.
Buyer: -----· Date: ____________________ _
Buyer: ____ _ Date, ____________________ _
WARNING: It is unlawful to sell any wood-burning heater that is not EPA Phase II certified. This includes, but is not limited to the transfer
through a real estate transaction. This transaction is subject to an audit by the San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution Control District for
compliance.
For more information please contact:
San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution Control District
1990 East Gettysburg Avenue
Fresno, California 93726
(559) 230-6000
www.valleyair.org
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CHICAGO TITLE COMPANY
7330 N. Palm Avenue, Suite 101, Fresno, CA 93711
Phone: (559)451-3736 Fax: (559)431-8936
Buyers/Borrowers Closing Statement
Estimated
Escrow No: 45001035 -450 SM Close Date: 07/27/2018 Proration Date: 07/27/2018
Buyer(s)/Borrower(s): 220 M St, LLC, a California limited liability company
Lender:
Property:
Alan R. Hopkins, Trustee of the Alan R. Loan#:
Hopkins Separate Property Trust, as to
an undivided 1/2 interest; Scot Schultz,
Claire Andrews and Bradford Schultz,
each asto an undivided 1/6 interest
2305 N. Los Angeles Street & 220 M. Street
Fresno, CA
Disbursement Date: 07/27/2018
I have carefully reviewed the Settlement Statement and to the best of my knowledge and belief, it is a true and accurate statement of all
receipts and disbursements to be made on my account or by me ln this transaction. I further certify that ·1 have received a copy of the
Settlement Statement.
Buyer(s)/Borrower(s ):
220 M St, LLC,
a California llmlted liability company
By: __________ _
Kevin Chandler, sole member
INDEMNIFICATION AND HOLD HARMLESS AGREEMENT
FOR COMMERCIAL CANNABIS BUSINESS PERMIT APPLICATION
To the fullest extent permitted by law, the City of Fresno (City) shall not assume any liability whatsoever with respect to
having issued a commercial cannabis business permit pursuant to Fresno Municipal Code Section. 9-3333 or otherwise
approving the operation of any commercial cannabis business or cannabis retail business.
In consideration for the submittal of an application for a commercial cannabis business permit application and/or issuance
of a cannabis business permit, and to the furthest extent allowed by law, Applicant does hereby agree to indemnify, hold
harmless and defend the City and each of its officers, officials, employees, agents and volunteers from any and all loss,
liability, fines, penalties, forfeitures, costs and damages (whether in contract, tort or strict liability, including but not limited
to personal injury, death at any time and property damage) incurred by City, Applicant or any other person, and from any
and all claims, demands and actions in law or equity (including reasonable attorney's fees and litigation expenses), arising
or alleged to have arisen directly or indirectly out of the issuance of a cannabis business permit. Applicant’s obligations
under the preceding sentence shall not apply to any loss, liability, fines, penalties, forfeitures, costs or damages caused
solely by the gross negligence, or caused by the willful misconduct, of City or any of its officers, officials, employees,
agents or volunteers.
Applicant must, at the time of permit issuance, maintain insurance at coverage limits and with conditions thereon
determined necessary and appropriate from time to time by the City Manager.
Applicant shall conduct all defense at his/her/its sole cost. The fact that insurance is obtained by Applicant shall not be
deemed to release or diminish the liability of Applicant, including, without limitation, liability assum ed under this Agreement.
The duty to indemnify shall apply to all claims regardless of whether any insurance policies are applicable. The duty to
defend hereunder is wholly independent of and separate from the duty to indemnify and such duty to defend exists
regardless of any ultimate liability of Applicant. The policy limits do not act as a limitation upon the amount of defense
and/or indemnification to be provided by Applicant. Approval or purchase of any insurance contracts or policies shall in no
way relieve from liability nor limit the liability of Applicant, its officials, officers, employees, agents, volunteers or invitees.
City shall be reimbursed for all costs and expenses, including but not limited to legal fees and costs and court
costs, which the city may be required to pay as a result of any legal challenge related to the city's approval of the
applicant's commercial cannabis business permit. The City may, at its sole discretion, participate at its own
expense in the defense of any such action, but such participation shall not relieve any of the obligations imposed
hereunder.
This Indemnification and Hold Harmless Agreement shall survive the expiration or termination of the Application
and/or Permit.
The undersigned acknowledges that he/she (i) has read and fully understands the content of this Indemnification
and Hold Harmless Agreement; (ii) is aware that this is a contract between the City and Applicant; (iii) has had the
opportunity to consult with his/her attorney, in his/her discretion; (iv) is fully aware of the legal consequences of
signing this document; and (v) is the Applicant or his/her/its authorized signatory.
Signed on this day of 2020.
Applicant Signature City Employee Signature
Print Name and Company Name Print Name
Address Title
Telephone Number Telephone Number
December
Kevin Chandler, The Apiary, LLC
4th
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Date: December 4, 2020
City of Fresno
Office of Cannabis Oversight
2600 Fresno Street
Room 2064
Fresno, CA 93721
ATTN: Wilma Quan, City Manager
Jennifer Ruiz, Project Manager
RE: MICROBUSINESS CANNABIS PERMIT APPLICATION
Dear Ms. Quan and Ms. Ruiz,
I want to personally thank you for allowing me to participate in the Cannabis Permit
Application process in the City of Fresno.
I am looking to set the foundation of our business in Fresno, the place I call home. If I am
successful with my permit application, you can rest assured that I am committed to
working with you and your team to achieve common goals of properly and purposefully
accelerating development and commencing operations.
I cannot express how honored I am to be considered for this opportunity and look forward
to working closely with the City, community and constituents of Fresno to build a long -
lasting cannabis business, rooted in close partnership with the community.
I purchased the building at 2974 E Butler Avenue in Fresno with both a vision and a goal.
There will be state of the art security, a building, and a business -to-business incubator
that pledges to offer at-cost distribution to social equity applicants.
My personal cell phone number is . I can be reached at any time if you
would like to discuss any aspect of our application. Thank you for your time and
consideration.
Sincerely,
Kevin Chandler, Founder and CEO
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BUSINESS PLAN
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THE APIARY BUSINESS PLAN
1.1 OWNER QUALIFICATIONS
Kevin Chandler
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Advisory Team
The success of this business doesn’t come by standing alone. I have created solid
partnerships and business relationships to ensure that every piece of this business is
managed professionally, ethically and that we are in compliance with City and State
regulations.
My advisory panel include:
BCC Compliance and Government Relations
Alexis Podesta has served in senior roles in both the
public and private sectors and is known for her talent to skillfully navigate
complex policy and political issues. Her broad portfolio has included
problem-solving on high-profile policies in both government and the
corporate world. Alexis was entrusted by both Governor Gavin Newsom
and Governor Edmund G. Brown, Jr. to manage the sprawling California
Business, Consumer Services and Housing Agency. In that capacity,
Alexis oversaw the creation of cannabis regulation in California. Most
recently, Alexis was appointed by Governor Newsom to serve on the State
Compensation Insurance Fund Board of Directors.
CDFA Compliance and Cultivation Development
Nicholas Rutkaus is the Chief Operating Officer of DSM Group,
LLC, DBA Leaf California. He is a pioneer in the implementation of LED
cannabis cultivation systems and is a model project for the popular
California LED manufacturer, Fluence. Nick is currently in the process of
expanding his 300 LED bloom room into new municipalities and is eager
to begin building a relationship with the City of Fresno by incubating The
Apiary’s cultivation project.
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Security
Mike Matson is the CEO and Founder of Fresno’s very own Matson
Alarm, Inc. He is a board member to the Fresno Police and Fire chiefs
committee and is in constant communication with the Fresno Police
Department. Mike provides security to thousands of properties across
Fresno, and is an expert at crafting burglary, theft, and fire prevention
systems.
Community Outreach Advisor and Liaison to Fresno Police Department
Detective Danny D. Kim, MS/AJS-LEO has spent decades developing
himself as a community leader. He was awarded Man of the Year in 2019
for his work in the community.
Legal Compliance Advisor
Brenda Linder, JD is Fresno’s premier cannabis attorney. She has an
impressive portfolio.
Pesticide Application Advisor
David Miller is a Qualified Applicator License holder for pesticide use
issued by California State Commision of Agriculture’s Department of
Pesticide Regulation. Certified trainer in State’s seed to sale tracking
system Metrc. Developer of Respirator training program and chemical
handling protocols for employee safety.
Brand Development
Krystal Kitahara While attending Fresno State, Krystal started her first
company on campus before graduating with a Bachelor’s Degree in
Business with a focus on Entrepreneurship. In 2014, combining her love of
business with her love of cannabis, Krystal sought to create a company
that embodied her vision. She brings a fresh perspective to the industry
and has successfully built cannabis brands that appeal to and empower
women. CEO, Yummi Karma
Compliance and Licensing
Kymber Ward with eight years of cannabis industry experience
successfully obtained the first maintained the first cannabis manufacturing
license in Orange County and received the 21st issued annual license in
the State of California. She has successfully assisted in obtaining several
licenses throughout the State ranging across all commercial cannabis
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functions. She is the COO of a female-owned and operated manufacturer
in Costa Mesa, CA. She maintains an amazing relationship and sits on
several advisory panels to Local and State officials.
In addition to my Advisory Panel, I have hired Charles Grove to be the Director of
Science and Analytics for the Apiary. His expertise brings a whole new level of
sophistication to this business and I believe it is important for his qualifications to be
highlighted in this application.
Charles Grove, began his journey into agriculture nearly 5 years ago and has been a
part of various companies within the industry. These unique positions provide a depth
of knowledge in the development and manufacturing of specialty fertilizers for plant
nutrition. His current position as Senior Formulation and Research Chemist for Nutrient
Technologies, deals with developing new and novel products for use in the agricultural
industry only focusing on plant nutrition.
Prior to his arrival in agriculture he was a process scientist involved in the scale up and
manufacturing of advanced pharmaceutical intermediates. This entailed developmental
scale up work on novel high-potency compounds (highly toxic in small quantities) for
various diseases. Worked under CGMP condition s and closely with quality control to
assure compliance.
Charles’ educational background began at the junior college level starting at College of
the Sequoias and later transferring to Fresno State University where he completed his
B.S. degree in Chemistry. After his undergraduate studies were completed he went on
to graduate school at the University of California Davis. He focused on the total
synthesis of natural products, making complex biologically active compounds in the lab
from smaller building blocks. His work produced 5 publications which culminated in the
completion of 4 natural products. After the completion of his Ph.D. he pursued a post-
doctorate at RICE University in Houston, which produced two additional publications.
Charles possesses a great understanding of chemistry and teaches a Chemistry class
at Porterville College (Chem P106) in the evenings. His involvement in the community
and his passion for science provides great opportunities to teach as well as learn.
Charles currently lives in Visalia, CA
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1.2 A BUDGET FOR CONSTRUCTION, OPERATION, AND MAINTENANCE,
COMPENSATION OF EMPLOYEES, EQUIPMENT COSTS, UTILITY COSTS, AND
OTHER OPERATION COSTS
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1.3 PROOF OF CAPITALIZATION IN THE FORM OF DOCUMENTATION OF CASH
OR OTHER LIQUID ASSETS ON HAND, LETTERS OF CREDIT OR OTHER
EQUIVALENT ASSETS WHICH CAN BE VERIFIED BY THE CITY.
Letter of Intent
Sourcing Agreement
This Letter of Intent is entered into by and between Fresno Cannabis Microbusiness applicant. The Apiary, and
Fresno Cannabis Retail applicant, TSC Fresno, LLC, the ("Applicants").
PURPOSE
The purpose of t his letter of intent is to develop a strat egic partnership and sourcing agreement between the
Applicants.
TERM
The term of this agreement will expire three years after the A p plicants are licensed.
ACKNOWLEDGMENTS
• TSC Fresno. LLC has access to several sister stores that are licensed in the state of California.
TSC Fresno, LLC acknowledges that The Apiary has a cultivation system that produces high quality flower
and a solventless extraction system that produces superior manufactured products.
TSC Fresno, LLC intends to take full advantage of The Apiary's Distribution arm in order to increase their
indirect tax contribution to the City while leveraging The Apiary's location in the heart of California.
TSC Fresno, LLC will source high quality cannabis flower and specialized manufactured goods from the
Apiary to retail throughout California.
The parties mutually assent to the terms of this Letter of Intent and this agreement shall not be construed
against the drafter.
Date:1 2 /1 /2020
12/2/2020 Date: ____ _ The Apiary
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Kevin Chandler, CEO
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December 3rd , 2020
MOR1 GAGE & REAL ES1 ATL INC.
2520 W Shaw Ln, Ste. 106, Fres no, CA 93711
{P) 559-472-7615, (Fl 559-472-9688
PRE-AP PROV AL LETTER
Regarding Bo1rnwer: Kevin C handler
Sales Price: $
Loan Program: Conventional 25% D own Payment
Xander Mortgage & R eal Estate Inc. has reviewed t he preli minary loan documentation and
information provided by, Kevin C handle r and based on our review, it is our o pin ion that we will
be able to obtain a Conve ntional loan in the amount of
This is not a loan commitment and a ll updated documentation supporting the information on the
loan application is subject to fi nal review by a n u nderwriter of the mortgage lender.
Final loan approval must be issued by the underw riter, subj ect to the terms and conditions in
effect at the ti me.
Should you have any question s, please do not hesitate to call me at (559) 825-5555.
Moh an Cheema
CEO
(559) 472-7750
mohan@goaxander.com
NMLS # 696852
Xander M ortgage & Rea l Estate Inc.
BRE 1102067197, NMLS 111825688
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Letter of Intent
Incubator Agreement
This Letter of Intent is entered into by and between Fresno Cannabis Microbusiness applicant, The Apiary, and
Sacramento Cannabis Cultivation License h o lder, DSM Group, LLC ("Leaf California"), the ("Parties").
PURPOSE
The purpose of this letter of intent is to develop a strategic partnership and incubator agreement between the Parties.
TERM
The term of this agreement w ill expire three years after The Apiary is licen sed.
ACKNOWLEDGMENTS
• Th e Apiary acknowledges that Leaf California 's owners and operators have extensive experience in
California's licensed cannabis industry.
• Leaf Calrfornia inten d s to assist The Apiary w ith the operating of a licensed cannabis cultivation and
distribution business, inc luding but not lim ited to CDFA and BCC compliance, onboarding, tra ining, h iring
and general best practices.
Leaf California intends to take full a dvantage of The Apiary's distribution and retail arms in order to leverage
Th e Apiary's location in the heart of California
Leaf California intends to leverage The City of Fresno's 1% d istribu tion tax rate by relying on The Apiary to
distribute and process Leaf Californ ia's high quality cannabis goods throughout California.
Th e parties mutually assent to the terms of this Letter of Intent and this a greement shall not be construed
against the drafter.
Date: 12/3/20 DSM Group, LLC
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12/3 /2020 Date: ____ _ T he Apiary
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Kevin Chandler, CEO
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1.4 PRO FORMA FOR AT LEAST THREE YEARS OF OPERATION
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1.5 FULLY DESCRIBE THE HOURS OF OPERATION AND OPENING AND CLOSING
PROCEDURES
The Apiary will be open for normal business operation between the hours of
6am and 10pm daily.
Potential employees to open:
● Warehouse Manager/s
● Distribution Driver/s
● Security Guard
● Transplanter/s
● Pruner/s
● Harvester/s
● Trimmer/s
● Packager/s
● Extractor/s
● Product Inventory Specialist/s
● Cultivation / Production Manager/s
Daily Opening Procedures
Employees arrive approximately 30 minutes prior to opening. The opening employees
include, but are not limited to a warehouse manager, product specialist, lead Sales
Associate/s, security guard and a delivery driver.
The security guard will conduct an external review of the premises at that time to ensure
the exterior has not been tampered with, all litter is removed from the premises and the
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area is safe and ready for production. Upon completing a visual inspection of the
premises, the security person will remain at the main entrance to meet remaining and
additional employees.
A warehouse manager is responsible for disabling the alarms, opening security gates,
exterior entrances, and safe room (including safes) as well as overseeing all employee
operations. Upon entering the premises all employees are required to clock in and
initiate their daily duties. They must reconcile all previous day logs to ensure there are
no discrepancies that need to be addressed. Verify daily deliveries, delivery routes, both
in-store and delivery pre-orders, production schedules and grow calendars.
Pruners, Trimmers, Harvesters Transplanters, Packagers, Extractors and Product
Inventory Specialists are required to complete a morning checklist pertaining to their
various positions and will meet for a pre-shift meeting to ensure all know exactly what
information is on the to-do list for the day/week.
Pruners would need to clock-in and might be responsible for weighing, labeling and
packaging the bulk buds to be trimmed. Cannabis bud pruners might have to meet daily
production quotas. Pruners will pluck leaves to get ready for trimming.
Trimmers would need to clock-in and might be responsible for weighing, labeling and
packaging the trimmed buds upon completion. Cannabis bud trimmers might have to
meet daily production quotas. Trimmers will cut all leaves after the bud is dry.
Harvesters would need to clock-in and might be responsible for taking down the plants
and transporting them to the drying rooms. Helping with Quality Control (ensuring plants
look healthy), moving the plants / pots around the facility depending on maturity of
plants and using machinery to harvest the plants.
Transplanters would need to clock-in and might be responsible for taking down the
plants and transporting them to the drying rooms. Helping with Quality Control (ensuring
plants look healthy), moving the plants / pots around the facility depending on maturity
of plant. Transplanters would check on the growth cycle of all plants throughout the
facility.
Packagers would need to clock-in and begin working on any of the products needing to
be packaged, tagged and get ready for testing. Upon finishing packaging any batches of
product the packagers would ensure that all finished products are compliant and placed
in quarantine to await testing.
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Extractors would need to clock in and begin working and preparing all raw mat erial for
whatever extraction method is on the production schedule. The Extractors are
responsible for maintaining and cleaning the extraction equipment. This bulk cannabis
material would then be prepared for testing and quarantined.
Delivery drivers are expected to ensure all cars are gassed, cleaned and ready to be
deployed. They are then required to log into the designated delivery system to map
routes, verify delivery schedules and attend a pre -shift meeting to receive additional
instructions for initial delivery routes. Pack vehicles with daily wholesale deliveries.
Sales Associates will ensure all sample displays at “The Grove” and sales stations are
clean, properly arranged and ready for customer interactions. Retail associates are
required to familiarize themselves with menu changes and specials. They are expected
to attend a pre-shift meeting. An associate will then retrieve and verify cash drawers
from a manager and fill out a designated form verifying receipt of the cash drawer.
The Product Inventory Specialist opening duties include clocking-in, picking and packing
products into appropriate totes. Ensure all delivery orders are verified, assembled,
secured and ready for delivery drivers.
Cultivation / Production Managers would be responsible for overseeing the personnel in
their respective departments. They would need to ensure all raw materials, ingredients,
packaging, and production schedules are on track for the week.
Daily Closing Procedures
All employees are required to exit the premises no later than 10:30pm. At 9:57pm a
manager will inform the external security guard to begin external patrol to ensure all
perimeter entrances are locked up for the evening. Then the manager will lock the main
entrance door. These procedures include but are not limited to ensuring the clients
information is all accurately updated and complete, all sales are entered properly into
the POS system, the premises is properly sanitized, cleaned and ready for regular retail
operations for the next day. All employees would be responsible for reconciling their
respective reports through Blaze for the evening and remit them to the applicable
managers.
Pruners, Trimmers, Harvesters Transplanters, Packagers, Extractors and Product
Inventory Specialists are required to clock out and ensure their work space are properly
sanitized, cleaned and ready for regular retail operations for the next day.
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Product Inventory Specialists are required to remove all overflow inventory and return
them to the safe room. Ensure that all inventory items are accounted for and a manual
inventory is verified. All discrepancies after reconciliation of physical inventory and POS
reports are subject to audit and State agencies would be notified within 24 hours in
accordance with City and State regulations.
A security Guard is required to ensure all customers are no longer in the premises, all
entries are locked and secured no later than 10:00pm. A security guard is then required
to commence a final walkthrough of the overflow parking lot, parking garage, ensuring
all litter is removed from the entrances and exit gate is locked. Perform a final
walkthrough of the covered parking garage, making sure all clients have left and the
garage is free of any litter.
Managers are required to count, reconcile and secure all cash, receipts and inventory in
the safe room or designated area. They must ensure all designated reports are properly
run, reconciled and closed out. All cameras must be reviewed to ensure there are no
loiterers or lingering employees on premises. They must ensure all employees have
completed closing duties and have accurately clocked out.
The delivery drivers closing duties will be the same whether they finish during normal
business hours or after hours. However, if the drivers are leaving the premises after
normal business hours, they will leave with the larger group of workers to ensure the
highest safety protocols.
Upon closing, delivery drivers must close out and report reports calculating sales, cash
collected, and debit payments received. They must accurately count and verify cash,
debit and credit receipts then turn in cash, receipts and designated reports to the
manager in a timely manner. They must ensure their car is cleaned and secured.
1.6 DAILY OPERATIONS. WITH AS MUCH DETAIL AS POSSIBLE, THE BUSINESS
PLAN SHOULD DESCRIBE THE DAY TO DAY OPERATIONS WHICH MEET
INDUSTRY BEST PRACTICES. THIS SHOULD INCLUDE AT A MINIMUM THE
FOLLOWING CRITERIA FOR EACH PERMIT TYPE.
DISTRIBUTION
1.7 FULLY DESCRIBE THE DAY TO DAY OPERATIONS
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The Apiary is proposing a distribution operation at our Microbusiness facility, which is
required for picking up and transporting raw materials for our manufacturing operations
and selling finished packaged products to other dispensaries in the State of California.
We will strictly adhere to all rules, requirements and regulations regarding the shipment
of cannabis to licensed manufacturers, dispensaries and delivery (non -storefront
retailers) within California as they are created and modified by City and State
legislators. No deviation from those rules will be tolerated or allowed.
The Apiary will comply with the following operating requirements:
● A cannabis distribution facility will only procure, sell, or transport can nabis or
products that are packaged and sealed in tamper-evident packaging that uses a
unique identifier, such as a batch and lot number or barcode, to identify and track
the cannabis or cannabis products.
● A cannabis distribution facility will maintain a database and provide a list of the
individuals and vehicles authorized to conduct transportation on behalf of the
cannabis distribution facility to the City Manager or designee.
● Individuals authorized to conduct transportation on behalf of the cannabis
distribution facility will have a valid California Driver’s License.
● Individuals authorized to conduct transportation on behalf of the cannabis
distribution facility will undergo a fingerprint-based criminal history records check
conducted by the Fresno Police Department and will not have been convicted of
an offense listed in the Municipal Ordinance.
● Individuals transporting cannabis or cannabis products on behalf of the cannabis
distribution facility will maintain a physical copy of the transportation request
(and/or invoice) and will make it available upon request of agents or employees
of the City requesting documentation.
● During transportation, the individual conducting transportation on behalf of the
cannabis distribution facility will maintain a copy of the cannabis distribution
facility’s cannabis facility regulatory permit and will make it available upon
request of agents or employees of the City requesting documentation.
● A cannabis distribution facility will only transport cannabis or cannabis products
in a vehicle that is (a) insured at or above the legal requirement in California, (b)
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capable of securing (locking) the cannabis or cannabis products during
transportation, and (c) capable of being temperature controlled if perishable
cannabis or cannabis products are being transported.
● All deliveries would be verified prior to releasing the product. State licenses,
payment terms and METRC information would need to be up -to-date prior to
dropping the product off.
As our business footprint forms in the State of California, we will ensure that we have an
effective distribution operation. The underlying policies, practices and procedures that
govern how this business is compliantly controlled and managed is the foundation upon
which we will realize this businesses growth and opportunities.
1.7.1 CRITERIA FOR DISTRIBUTION OPERATIONS
1.7.1.i. IDENTIFY THE NUMBER OF DELIVERY DRIVERS , HOURS OF DELIVERY
AND VEHICLES TO BE USED.
1. The hours of delivery for the distribution will be from 6:30am-9:30pm
2. Initially the distribution will launch with one full time driver, three to four part time
drivers and one Mercedes Benz ESprinter electric cargo van
3. The Mercedes Benz ESprinter electric cargo van will be insured at or above the
legal requirement in California
1.7.1.ii. DESCRIBE THE TRANSPORTATION SECURITY PROCEDURES
1. All drivers will be required to obtain and at all times when they are driving
possess their motor carrier permit pursuant to Chapter 2 (commencing with
section 34620) of Division 14.85 of the Vehicle Code
2. The cargo van will be equipped with:
○ A security cage surrounding the cargo area
○ A GPS tracking device
○ Cameras in the drivers cab, cargo area and external cameras providi ng
360 degree security monitoring with all cameras live streaming back to the
microbusiness’ security room monitors and DVR’s
○ A drop safe in the caged cargo area for cash drops
○ A mini dry freezer
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3. Individuals transporting cannabis or cannabis products on behalf of the cannabis
distribution facility will maintain a physical copy of the transportation request
(and/or invoice) and will make it available upon request of agents or employees
of the City requesting documentation.
4. During transportation, the individual conducting transportation on behalf of the
cannabis distribution facility will maintain a copy of the cannabis distribution
facility’s cannabis facility regulatory permit and will make it available upon
request of agents or employees of the City requesting documentation
5. Distribution delivery steps consist of:
○ Preparing a delivery manifest for the products in transit and the destination
retail or distribution locations
○ The ESprinter is stocked with the inventory for the current manifested
delivery run
○ The driver loading area garage door is then opened allowing our
distribution driver to pull out and into the fenced alleyway
○ Once the driver has pulled into the fenced alleyway and is clear of the
garage door, the garage door is closed
○ Once the garage door is completely closed the iron gate leading to Butler
Ave is opened allowing the driver to pull out of the alleyway and onto
Butler
○ Once the driver has exited the alleyway and is clear of the iron gate, the
gate is then closed
○ We ask our driver to provide all our clients with at least a thirty minute
heads up prior to their arrival, if they are closer than thirty minutes away
try to call before leaving or otherwise do the best the situation allows for
○ We then ask the driver to provide a 5 minute heads up so the customer
can prepare for their immediate arrival at which time the driver also
finalizes
i. The part of the building they are to approach and park or enter from
ii. What employee they should anticipate meeting them once they
arrive
○ Upon arriving the driver needs to make visual confirmation that the right
employee is waiting for them and that the place to park is completely
secured
○ The driver then checks in on the Blaze POS that they have arrived at their
specific destination before exiting the vehicle
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○ The driver then exits the vehicle, verifies the inventory loading area and
unloads the current manifested cargo from the van onto a mobile inventory
cart
○ The driver then wheels the mobile inventory cart to the drop off point and
verifies the manifest with an onsite employee of the retail or distribution
business
○ The driver would then offer to help count and itemize the drop off with an
employee of the distribution or retail
○ Once the drop is verified as accurate and complete the driver will eithe r;
i. Collect cash, furnish a handwritten receipt, sign any relevant
invoice the counterparty requires signature on, have the
counterparty sign our invoice and inform the retailer or distributor
that an email receipt will be sent as well. Verify in METRC the order
has been picked up. Return to the cargo van and deposit any cash
into the framed safe contained in the cargo area
ii. Furnish the paperwork outlining the terms for the retailer or
distributor to sign. Sign any relevant invoices from the counterparty
and make sure they sign ours. Verify in METRC the order has been
picked up. Collect available cash from prior term agreements,
furnish a handwritten receipt for cash collected then return to the
cargo van and deposit any cash in a framed safe contained in the
cargo area
○ Once all cash has been deposited in the safe and the cargo area has
been locked, the driver will return to their cab, google maps their next
delivery destination and repeat the delivery steps
6. Once all deliveries are complete the driver will re turn to the microbusiness,
alerting them with a five minute heads up that they will be arriving soon
7. Once the driver arrives the iron gate separating the Butler entrance from the
alleyway will be opened allowing the driver to pull into the alleyway. Once the
driver has pulled into the alleyway the iron gate is closed. Once the iron gate is
completely closed the garage door to the driver loading area will open allowing
the driver to pull in and then the garage door is closed behind them
8. A manager will perform a visual check to confirm the cargo area is free of all
inventory and then unload all cash from the drop safe in the cargo area into a
cash satchel
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9. The cash satchel will be tagged for its date, time and driver ID then deposited in
the drop box located in the security room that deposits the cash into receptacles
next to the safes in the vault room
7.1.1.iii. DESCRIBE HOW INVENTORY WILL BE RECEIVED, PROCESSED,
STORED, AND SECURED IN THE PERMITTED PREMISES.
Inventory Receiving
1. All inventory in route to our microbusiness location will have an up to date
manifest in the track and trace system and will alert our location via phone of
their arrival at least 30 minutes prior to their projected arrival time
2. We then ask the driver in route to our location to alert us five minutes prior to
their arrival at which time a designated employee will make sure they are in
position to open the automatic sliding security gate
3. All inventory will first be received into our fenced and gated work alley on the
west side of the building via Butler Ave by opening the security gate from the
inside of the building via an electronic switch
4. Once the distribution vehicle has pulled into the fenced alley the security gate is
closed behind them
5. Once the security gate leading to Butler is closed, the garage door to the driver
loading area is opened using an automatic switch allowing the distribution vehicle
to park inside
6. Once the distribution vehicle parks inside in the instructed parking stall the
garage door to the driver loading area is closed
7. The product is unloaded onto an inventory cart/s and lifted out of the truck bay
via a lift gate into the distribution verification desk in the secured loading area
8. The contents are then unloaded from the distribution boxes, itemized and
counted in front of the driver who is able to witness the count through a window
from the driver loading area and via cameras which are located over the counting
area whose monitors are also available to be seen from the driver loadi ng area
9. Once the totality of the order has been confirmed as accurate, the order is picked
up in METRC via the manifest
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10. If the order is not accurate the relevant licensee will be immediately notified and
the manifest will be adjusted to reflect the accurate current count in METRC prior
to being picked up
11. Once the product is picked up in METRC the distribution driver will be issued
either;
● Cash
● An accounts payable statement detailing items and terms signed by an
owner or accounts payable manager
12. The driver will then sign our invoice and we will sign the drivers
13. The driver will then return to their vehicle
14. The garage door will then be opened allowing the distribution driver to pull out of
the driver loading area and into the fenced secured alleyway
15. Once the driver has exited the truck bay and is clear of the garage door, the
garage door is closed
16. Once the garage door is completely closed the security gate is opened allowing
the driver to exit the gated alley and enter onto Butler Ave
17. As soon as the driver has exited and is clear of the security gate, the security
gate will be closed via the same switch they were originally allowed in with
18. Using Blaze we will print a new UID in the form of distribution bar code stickers
for our tracking and compliance with METRC
19. The bar code stickers will then be added to the bulk inventory or applied to the
boxes of individual products and scanned
20. The product that was just taken in would then be added to our inventory system
which would assign a specific position in the inventory vault to store the product
21. The specific position in the vault would be listed on an additional tag which would
be printed and attached to the batch
22. The door to the Transfer Room would then be unlocked allowing access
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23. The product will then be moved into our Transfer Room where it will be placed
until closing in the appropriate section
24. At closing the vault itself is opened and the products/batch are placed in their
assigned specific positions in the vault
25. As each distinct product is placed in its assigned specific position the product
location is logged in the inventory system confirming its in the correct position
26. Once all product held in the Transfer Room has been stored in its assigned
specific location in the vault, and said location in the vault has been confirmed in
the inventory system, the vault door is to be closed and locked
27. Once the vault door is locked, the Transfer Room is to be cleaned, sanitized,
swept and then locked upon exiting
Inventory Storage
1. Overnight all inventory will be stored in the vault room in a assigned product
location which is generated and tracked by our inventory system
2. At the beginning of each day the door leading to the Transfer Room and the vault
door will be unlocked
3. The vault door will remain unlocked for the first fifteen minutes of operations in
which the employees will take all inventory on the daily itinerary and remove it
from the vault itself and place it in the Transfer Room
4. The inventory will be divided in the Transfer Room into four sections:
● Quarantine- Products or batches that still have to be tested from whom
sampling from a licensed testing facility employee still needs to occur
○ Each day the itinerary denotes whether or not a testing lab
employee will arrive that day to collect samples and what inventory
those samples need to be pulled from. All inventory representing
those batches and products will then be set into the quarantine
area where upon arrival of the testing lab employee they will be led
to said area and allowed to perform their random sampling
○ If no testing lab employees are scheduled for arrival that day then
the only products or batches assigned to the quarantine section
would be batches/products taken in from third parties during the
business day (which have not been tested) or from the cultivation or
manufacturing section of the microbusiness
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● Batches- Product that has yet to be individually portioned but has already
passed testing requirements in its batch form with a relevant COA
furnished (flower or concentrates that are ready for individual portioning)
○ This is where all batches taken in during the business day, that
have already passed testing in their final form are stored
● Individual Products- Products that have been individually portioned,
packaged and passed testing in their batch form but have not yet been
tested and passed in their packaged final form
○ This is where all individually portioned products taken in during the
business day from third parties, which have already passed batch
testing but who have not been tested in their packaged final form
● Retail Ready Products- Products that have been individually portioned,
passed all compliance testing, externally packaged with compliant
packaging, accurately labeled for resale (product in its final form fully
compliant and ready for transfer to retail), checked into our Blaze POS
system and hence logged into the METRC track and trace system
○ This is where all retail ready product slated for delivery to retail or
other distributors is stored for the day
○ This is where all retail ready product taken in from other third party
distributors is stored
5. Once all inventory detailed in the daily itinerary is moved from the vault room to
the Transfer Room the vault door is then closed and locked
6. Once the vault door is locked the Transfer Room door is closed and locked until
work is ready to commence on inventory or a testing lab employee is ready to
collect samples
7. Once a testing lab employee is ready to collect samples:
● The manager unlocks the Transfer Room and locates the relevant
inventory
● The testing lab employee is then left to perform their randomized sampling
free of any interference, while the manager waits outside and watches the
cameras from a mobile monitor
● Once the testing lab employee is done with their sampling the manager
double checks to ensure they have pulled samples from all the batches
and products outlined in the daily itinerary, once confirmed the manager
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signs off on the samples and receives an invoice from the testing lab
employee
8. When inventory packaging is ready to commence:
● The packaging specialist will inform the manager or shift leader they are
ready to begin packaging a specific item on the daily itinerary
● The items on the itinerary are to be packaged in the order they are listed
● A manager or shift leader with key access to the Transfer Room will
unlock the room and aid in retrieving the relevant inventory
● The inventory will then be verified in METRC before the packaging
specialist loads it up on an inventory cart and signs it out as ‘in process of
packaging
● The manager will verify the correct inventory was signed out as ‘in process
of packaging’ by signing off in the inventory system with their manager key
and then they lock the door to the Transfer Room
9. At closing:
● The door to the Transfer Room along with the vault door will be unlocked
and opened by a manager
● All inventory will be moved from the Transfer Room and placed in its
assigned inventory position in the vault
● Any distillate on the itinerary for packaging the next day will be removed
from the dry freezer for thawing and reassigned a new inventory position
in the vault
10. The vault will ultimately serve as the secured storage site for all:
● The dried, weighed product from the onsite cultivation
● All finished product from the manufacturing portion of the license
● All product pretesting and posttesting held by the microbusiness license
originating from third parties
● Inventory local retailers have us hold to help them avoid holding an ymore
on site then is necessary due to their public exposure
● Cultivation tags stored as required by state law for 3 years
● Cash collected from all CCB activities which will be stored in safes inside
the vault
● Drop boxes accessible from the security room used for cash drops during
business hours in which the vault is locked
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7.1.1.iv. DESCRIBE THE QUALITY CONTROL PROCEDURES DESIGNED TO
ENSURE ALL CANNABIS IS PROPERLY PACKAGED, LABELED AND TESTED.
Testing
1. All untested product is to be stored in the quarantine A section of the vault, where
they are not to be handled or moved until the day a testing lab employee is
scheduled to arrive and take samples
2. On the day the testing lab employee is to arrive the untested batches are to be
moved from the fully secured vault into the Transfer Room in the quarantine
section. These batches are both identifiable by their general location in the vault,
and their listing in the daily itinerary notifying the days work crew of their exact
location in the vault
3. Once the the testing lab employees arrive and are ready to take samples the
manager will locate the designated batches and allow the lab employee time to
pick their samples
4. When the testing lab employee is done double check to make sure they have the
right and complete set of samples before they depart
5. Update the batch in the inventory system to reflect its been sampled but not yet
tested, print out a new tag and attach it to the batch
6. Return the sampled but still untested batches to the vault once the vault is
unlocked and open during closing time. The new placement in the vault will be in
quarantine B with the specific location contained on the inventory system tag
7. The sampled but untested batches are then to remain untouched in the vault until
testing is complete and compliant test results are received from the state certified
lab
8. Once the compliant test results are updated in METRC the batch may be;
● Packaged for retail and distributed
● Distributed to a third party distributor
● Used to fill up vape carts (in the case of distillate), the vape carts would
then be considered the final form and would require an additional
compliance test from a state certified laboratory. They would then be
quarantined until the state compliant test results arrived
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● Used to make prerolls (in the case of trim), the prerolls would then be
considered the final form and would require an additional compliance test
from a state certified laboratory. They would then be quarantined until the
state compliant test results arrived
Cash Handling
1. On the microbusiness premises all cash handling is to be performed by a
manager on duty
2. Cash held by the microbusiness (not taken in during the current business day or
earmarked for purchase of product from a third party supplier that day) is secured
inside of safes bolted to the foundation of the fortified vault room which itself is
secured with a vault door
3. Cash taken in during business hours is to be logged and handled by a manager
on duty who is to load the cash into a cash satchel which is to be labeled with the
date, time and driver ID
4. The manager then takes the cash satchel to the security room where a drop box
is located. The manager deposits the cash satchel into the drop box and rotates
the drop box handle to ensure the cash satchel has dropped into a receptacle on
the other end located in the vault room
5. At the end of each day when the vault is opened, the receptacles are emptied of
the cash satchels and the cash is pulled out and counted on money counters
before being placed in the cash safes and signed off by the manager on duty
6. Cash pulled out of the safes, to make a purchase from a third party supplier, is
kept in a safe in the Transfer Room until the cash is supplied to one of our drivers
to take off site and purchase from the third party or once the third party arrives
and is ready to be payed
7. Cash is only allowed to be taken off site for non CCB purposes with the approval
of an owner and by means of armored transport
Packaging
Packaging Key
● CR= Child Resistant
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● CDWC= Cannabis Disposal Waste Container
● Primary Panel= The part of the label most likely to be displayed to the consumer
at retail. Typically the front or top of the package
● Information Panel= Any other part of the label that is not the primary panel
● COA= Certificate of Analysis (lab report used to ascertain whether or not a
product passes the state’s testing thresholds for distribution into the marketplace
along with cannabinoid content)
Packaging Flower Cannabis
1. Assess the daily work que for what approved batch (approved for distribution by
a state certified lab, via passing all testing requirements and a current COA
furnished) of cannabis flower needs to be packaged and what packaging it has
assigned to it
2. Sanitize the table, chairs and scales in the packaging room
3. Ensure at least half a box of latex gloves are ready in the packaging room, if
more gloves are required retrieve them from the storage room
4. Retrieve the packaging material (CR jars, CR cellophane bags, secondary boxes
to distribute the jars etc) designated for this packaging run from the storage room
5. Open the external packaging and check to ensure all the packaging has
6. Using an inventory cart available in the storage room, wheel the p ackaging
material into the packaging room and place the material on the weighing station
table
7. Remove the packaging material from its larger box or bag and ready it for
packaging
8. Notify the manager or lead on duty your now ready to enter the Transfer Ro om
which they will then unlock
9. Using the same inventory cart now enter the Transfer Room, identify the
designated cannabis flower to be packaged and scan the barcode on the batch
to verify its identity in METRC
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10. Once the identity has been verified in METRC the batch will be logged in as “in
process of packaging”
11. Load the inventory cart up with the logged in batch then the manager or lead on
duty will lock the door
12. Wheel the batch to the packaging room where it will be carefully removed from
the cart and placed on the weighing station table
13. Once the inventory is on the table push the inventory cart to the side against the
wall and close the door to the packaging room
14. Put latex gloves on both hands
15. Weighing will then commence with the required incr ement (1 gram, 3.5 grams, 28
grams etc) being hand weighed to the exact amount down to the hundreth of a
gram, then deposited into the relevant jar or cellophane bag and then sealed.
16. Apply a tamper evident sticker to the lid of the container
17. If all flower is weighed out to one increment then at the end of weighing, labeling
will begin
18. If multiple increments are weighed from one batch, the weighing and packaging
will cease at the end of each increment and labeling will begin
19. Labeling will begin with verifying that the labels being used are accurate with the
batch and increment currently packaged
20. The label will then be verified that it includes on its primary panel
● The Apiary Brand
● The product identity-Including strain and farm name
● The universal cannabis symbol
● Net Weight in Metric and US customary units
£
CA
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● Cannabinoid Content by type of cannabinoid and percentage
21.The label will then be verified that it include on its in in formational panel
● The Blaze generated distribution bar code which will help ensure our
inventory tracking along with METRC compliance. The Blaze generated
distribution code will be our UID number
● Licensee name, and phone number or website
● Date of packaging for retail sale
● The state mandated warning in capital letters;
GOVERNMENT WARNING: THIS PACKAGE CONTAINS CANNABIS, A
SCHEDULE I CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE. KEEP OUT OF REACH OF
CHILDREN AND ANIMALS. CANNABIS MAY ONLY BE POSSESSED
OR CONSUMED BY PERSONS 21 YEARS OF AGE OR OLDER
UNLESS THE PERSON IS A QUALIFIED PATIENT. CANNABIS USE
WHILE PREGNANT OR BREASTFEEDING MAY BE HARMFUL.
CONSUMPTION OF CANNABIS IMPAIRS YOUR ABILITY TO DRIVE
AND OPERATE MACHINERY. PLEASE USE EXTREME CAUTION.
22. The labels will then be applied to the CR cannabis flower packaging making
sure the labels are applied to the proper orientations on the container
23. The Blaze barcode will then be scanned to log the individual item into the
METRC system
24. Once all items have been logged into METRC the items will be placed into
larger distribution boxes
25. The new retail ready products will then be logged into our inventory tracking
system which will then designate an assigned specific location in the vault, which
will then be printed on a tag and attached to the external distribution packaging
26. Gloves will then be removed and disposed of into the CDWC
27. The distribution boxes will then be stacked onto the inventory carts and
wheeled back to the Transfer Room
28. The manager or lead on duty is then notified and unlocks the door to the
Transfer Room
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29. The distribution boxes containing the jars and/or cellophane bags will then be
stacked in the retail ready section of the room
30. If there is more cannabis flower in the que for packaging then use the same
inventory cart to retrieve the next applicable packaging and repeat the process
31. Once access is no longer needed the manager or lead on duty then locks the
door to the Transfer Room
32. Sweep the floors, sanitize the table, chairs and scales in the packaging room
33. If there is no more cannabis flower in the que to package then return the
inventory cart to the storage room
Packaging Pre Rolls
1. Assess the daily work que for what approved batch (appro ved for distribution by
a state certified lab, via passing all testing requirements and a current COA
furnished) of cannabis prerolls needs to be packaged and what packaging it has
assigned to it
2. Sanitize the table and chairs in the packaging room
3. Ensure at least half a box of latex gloves are ready in the packaging room, if
more gloves are required retrieve them from the storage room
4. Retrieve the packaging material (CR glass or CR plastic tubes, CR boxes and
distribution boxes) designated for this packaging run from the storage room
5. Using an inventory cart available in the storage room, wheel the packaging
material into the packaging room and place the material on the weighing station
table
6. Remove the packaging material from its larger box or bag and ready it for
packaging
7. Notify the manager or lead on duty your now ready to enter the Transfer Room
which they will then unlock
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8. Using the same inventory cart now enter the Transfer Room, identify the
designated cannabis prerolls to be packaged and scan the barcode on the batch
to verify its identity in METRC
9. Once the identity has been verified in METRC the batch will be logged in as “in
process of packaging”
10. Load the inventory cart up with the logged in batch then the manager or lead on
duty will then lock the door
11. Wheel the batch to the packaging room where it will be carefully remove d from
the cart and placed on the weighing station table
12. Once the inventory is on the table the inventory cart will pushed to the side
against the wall and the door to the packaging room will be closed
13. Put on latex gloves
14. Fill the packaging tubes with one preroll each and close the lid or cap
15. Place the preroll tubes into CR boxes that are then sealed
16. Apply a tamper evident sticker to the lid of the container
17. Labeling will begin with verifying that the labels being used are accurate with the
batch
18. The label will then be verified that it includes on its primary panel;
● The Apiary Brand
● The product identity-Including strain and farm name
● The universal cannabis symbol
● Net Weight in Metric and US customary units
● Cannabinoid Content by type of cannabinoid and percentage
£
CA
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19. The label will then be verified that it include on its in informational panel
● The Blaze generated distribution bar code which will help ensure our
inventory tracking along with METRC compliance. The Blaze generated
distribution code will be our UID number
● Licensee name, and phone number or website
● Date of packaging for retail sale
● The state mandated warning in capital letters;
GOVERNMENT WARNING: THIS PACKAGE CONTAINS CANNABIS, A
SCHEDULE I CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE. KEEP OUT OF REACH OF
CHILDREN AND ANIMALS. CANNABIS MAY ONLY BE POSSESSED
OR CONSUMED BY PERSONS 21 YEARS OF AGE OR OLDER
UNLESS THE PERSON IS A QUALIFIED PATIENT. CANNABIS USE
WHILE PREGNANT OR BREASTFEEDING MAY BE HARMFUL.
CONSUMPTION OF CANNABIS IMPAIRS YOUR ABILITY TO DRIVE
AND OPERATE MACHINERY. PLEASE USE EXTREME CAUTION.
20. The packaged cannabis preroll boxes will then be labeled using a labeling
machine contained in the packaging room. The labels will then be applied to the
CR cannabis preroll packaging making sure the labels are applied to the proper
orientations on the container
21. The Blaze barcode will then be scanned to log the individual item into the
METRC system
22. Once all items have been logged into METRC the items will be placed into larger
distribution boxes, stacked onto the inventory carts and wheeled back to the
inventory vault
23. The packaged products will then be logged into our inventory tracking system
which will then designate an assigned specific location in the vault, which will
then be printed on a tag and attached to the external distribution packaging
24. The manager or lead on duty is then notified and unlocks the door to the Transfer
Room
25. The distribution boxes will then be stacked in the “packaged awaiting testing”
section of the room
26. If there is more cannabis prerolls in the que for packaging then use the same
inventory cart to retrieve the next applicable packaging and repeat the process
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27. Once access to the Transfer Room is no longer needed the manager or lead on
duty then locks the door
28. Gloves are then removed and disposed of in the CDWC
29. Sweep the floors, sanitize the table, and chairs in the packaging room
30. If there is no more cannabis prerolls in the que to package then return the
inventory cart to the storage room
Packaging Concentrates (Excluding Vape Carts)
1. Assess the daily work que for what approved batch (approved for distribution by
a state certified lab, via passing all testing requirements and a current COA
furnished) of cannabis concentrates needs to be packaged and what packaging it
has assigned to it
2. Sanitize the table, chairs and scales in the packaging room
3. Clean and sanitize the Arctic Griddle Ice Cream Roll table then turn the table on.
For distillate packaging clean and sanitize the hot plate and 50 shot semi
automatic cartridge filler then turn them both on
4. Ensure at least half a box of latex gloves are ready in the packaging room, if
more gloves are required retrieve them from the storage room
5. Retrieve the packaging material (CR mini glass jars, FEP sheets, CR shatter
boxes, dablicators, CR external boxing and cellophane bags) designated for this
packaging run from the storage room
6. Using an inventory cart available in the storage room, wheel the packaging
material into the packaging room and place the material on the weighing station
table
7. Remove the packaging material from its larger box or bag and ready it for
packaging
8. Notify the manager or lead on duty your now ready to enter the Transfer Room
which they will then unlock
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9. Using the same inventory cart now enter the Transfer Room, remove the target
batch from the dry freezers and scan the barcode on the batch to verify its
identity in METRC. In the case of distillate the batch will be pulled the night
before in order to provide time for the batch to thaw prior to packaging
10. Once the identity has been verified in METRC the batch will be logged in as “in
process of packaging”
11. Load the inventory cart up with the logged in batch and wheel it to the packaging
unit where it will be carefully removed from the cart and placed on the Arctic Chill
Ice Cream Roll Table for concentrates or the hot plate for distillate packaging
● The Arctic Chill Ice Cream Roll Table is used to keep the concentrate at a
temperature where the gassing off of terpenes is minimized and to help
packaging be more efficient
● The hot plate is used to reduce the viscosity of the distillate enabling
terpenes to be homogenized in. The reduced viscosity also enables
packaging to be much more efficient and accurate
12. Once the inventory is on the table push the inventory cart up against the wall and
close the door to the modular unit
13. Put latex gloves on both hands
14. Once the viscosity of the distillate is reduced to a level where it can be hand
stirred with ease, the designated and pre portioned terpenes will be added to the
distillate batch. The homogenizer will then be used to mix in the terpenes for a
minimum of 10 minutes
15. Weighing will then commence for non distillate concentrates with the designated
increment (.5 gram, 1 gram) being weighed out exactly to the hundreth on the
scales nearest the Arctic Chill Table, then deposited (using a pharmaceutical
grade applicable tool) into the packaging material which is then closed. A tamper
evident sticker is then applied to the lid of the container, the container is placed
into its external packaging and then sealed
16. Distillate based concentrates will not be weighed inste ad its portions are
measured by the 50 shot vape cartridge filler down to the exact milliliter. The 50
shot draws distillate out of the batch jar where it is then dispensed in exact .5
milliliter and 1 milliliter increments into the dablicators, or mini gl ass jars which
are then placed into their external packaging and sealed.
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17. If all concentrate from the batch is weighed out to one increment, then at the end
of weighing labeling will begin
18. If multiple increments are weighed from one batch the weighing an d packaging
will cease at the end of each increment and labeling will begin
19. Labeling will begin with verifying that the labels being used are accurate with the
batch
20. The label will then be verified that it includes on its primary panel;
● The Apiary Brand
● The product identity-Including strain and farm name
● The universal cannabis symbol
● Net Weight or volume in Metric and US customary units
● Cannabinoid Content by type of cannabinoid in milligrams
21. The label will then be verified that it include on its in informational panel
● The Blaze generated distribution bar code which will help ensure our
inventory tracking along with METRC compliance. The Blaze generated
distribution code will be our UID number
● Licensed manufacturer’s name, and phone number or website
● Date of manufacturing/packaging
● Instructions for use
● Batch or lot number
● The state mandated warning in capital letters;
GOVERNMENT WARNING: THIS PRODUCT CONTAINS CANNABIS, A
SCHEDULE I CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE. KEEP OUT OF REACH OF
CHILDREN AND ANIMALS. CANNABIS PRODUCTS MAY ONLY BE
POSSESSED OR CONSUMED BY PERSONS 21 YEARS OF AGE OR
OLDER UNLESS THE PERSON IS A QUALIFIED PATIENT. THE
INTOXICATING EFFECTS OF CANNABIS PRODUCTS MAY BE
DELAYED UP TO TWO HOURS. CANNABIS USE WHILE PREGNANT
OR BREASTFEEDING MAY BE HARMFUL. CONSUMPTION OF
£
CA
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CANNABIS PRODUCTS IMPAIRS YOUR ABILITY TO DRIVE AND
OPERATE MACHINERY. PLEASE USE EXTREME CAUTION.
22. The packaged concentrates will then be labeled using a labeling machine
contained in the packaging room. The labels will then be applied to the CR
cannabis concentrate packaging making sure the labels are applied to the proper
orientations on the container
23. The Blaze barcode will then be scanned to log the individual item into the
METRC system
24. Once all items have been logged into METRC the items will be placed into larger
distribution boxes
25. Remove your gloves and dispose of them in the trash marked CDWC
26. Stack distribution boxes full of packaged concentrates onto the inventory carts
and wheel back to the Transfer Room
27. The packaged products will then be logged into our inventory tracking system
which will designate an assigned specific location in the vau lt, which will then be
printed on a tag and attached to the external distribution packaging
28. The manager or lead on duty is then notified and unlocks the door to the Transfer
Room
29. The packaged concentrates are stored in dry freezers marked ‘packaged
awaiting testing’ in the Transfer Room
30. If there are more concentrates in the que for packaging then use the same
inventory cart to retrieve the next applicable packaging and repeat the process
31. Once access to the Transfer Room is no longer needed the manage r or lead on
duty then locks the door
32. Sweep the floors, sanitize/clean the Arctic Chill table or hot plate, chairs, and
scales (for non distillate concentrates) in the packaging room
33. If there is no more cannabis concentrates in the que to package then return the
inventory cart to the storage room
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Packaging Vape Carts
1. Assess the daily work que for what approved batch of vape carts needs to be
packaged and what packaging it has assigned to it
2. Sanitize the table and chairs in the packaging room
3. Ensure at least half a box of latex gloves are ready in the packaging room, if
more gloves are required retrieve them from the storage room
4. Retrieve the packaging material (CR boxes and tubes along with distribution
boxes to store the packaged box units) designated for this packaging run from
the storage room
5. Using an inventory cart available in the storage room, wheel the packaging
material into the packaging room and place the material on the weighing station
table
6. Remove the packaging material from its larger box or bag and ready it for
packaging
7. Notify the manager or lead on duty your now ready to enter the Transfer Room
which they will then unlock
8. Using the same inventory cart now enter the cannabis inventory vault, identify the
designated batch of vape carts to be packaged and scan the barcode on the
batch to verify its identity in METRC
9. Once the identity has been verified in METRC the batch will be logged in as “in
process of packaging”
10. Load the inventory cart up with the logged in batch and whee l it to the packaging
unit where it will be carefully removed from the cart and placed on the weighing
station table
11. Once the inventory is on the table the inventory cart is pushed to the side up
against the wall and the door to the modular unit will be c losed
12. Put latex gloves on both hands
13. Fill the packaging tubes with one vape cart each and close the lid or cap
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14. Place the vape tubes into CR boxes then seal them
15. Apply a tamper evident sticker to the lid of the container
16. Labeling will begin with verifying that the labels being used are accurate with the
batch
17. The label will then be verified that it includes on its primary panel;
● The Apiary Brand
● The product identity-Including strain and farm name
● The universal cannabis symbol
● Net Weight or volume in Metric and US customary units
● Cannabinoid Content by type of cannabinoid in milligrams
18. The label will then be verified that it include on its in informational panel
● The Blaze generated distribution bar code which will help ensure our
inventory tracking along with METRC compliance. The Blaze generated
distribution code will be our UID number
● Licensed manufacturer’s name, and phone number or website
● Date of manufacturing/packaging
● Instructions for use
● Batch or lot number
● The state mandated warning in capital letters;
GOVERNMENT WARNING: THIS PRODUCT CONTAINS CANNABIS, A
SCHEDULE I CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE. KEEP OUT OF REACH OF
CHILDREN AND ANIMALS. CANNABIS PRODUCTS MAY ONLY BE
POSSESSED OR CONSUMED BY PERSONS 21 YEARS OF AGE OR
OLDER UNLESS THE PERSON IS A QUALIFIED PATIENT. THE
INTOXICATING EFFECTS OF CANNABIS PRODUCTS MAY BE
DELAYED UP TO TWO HOURS. CANNABIS USE WHILE PREGNANT
OR BREASTFEEDING MAY BE HARMFUL. CONSUMPTION OF
CANNABIS PRODUCTS IMPAIRS YOUR ABILITY TO DRIVE AND
OPERATE MACHINERY. PLEASE USE EXTREME CAUTION.
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19. The packaged vape carts will then be labeled using a labeling machine contained
in the packaging room. The labels will then be applied to the CR cannabis vape
packaging making sure the labels are applied to the proper orientations on the
container
20. The Blaze barcode will then be scanned to log the individual item into the
METRC system
21. Once all items have been logged into METRC the items will be placed into larger
distribution boxes
22. Remove your gloves and dispose of them in the trash marked CDWC
23. Stack distribution boxes full of packaged concentrates onto the inventory carts
and wheel back to the inventory vault
24. The packaged products will then be logged into our inventory tracking system
which will then designate an assigned specific location in the vault, which will
then be printed on a tag and attached to the external distribution packaging
25. The manager or lead on duty is then notified and unlocks the door to the Transfer
Room
26. The packages will then be stocked in the section of the Transfer Room labeled
“packaged awaiting testing”
27. If there is more cannabis vape carts in the que for packaging then use the same
inventory cart to retrieve the next applicable packaging and repeat the process
28. Once access to the Transfer Room is no longer needed the manager or lead on
duty then locks the door
29. Sweep the floors, sanitize/clean the table and chairs in the packaging room
30. If there are no more cannabis vape carts in the que to package then return the
inventory cart to the storage room
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MANUFACTURING
1.8.1 CRITERIA FOR MANUFACTURING OPE RATIONS
1.8.1.i. IDENTIFY ALL CANNABIS PRODUCTS MANUFACTURED WITHIN THE
PERMITTED PREMISES
The following is a list of products slated to be manufactured on the Apiary
microbusiness premises:
● Prerolls
● Vape Carts
● Ice Hash
● Rosin
1.8.1.ii. DESCRIBE QUALITY CONTROL PROCEDURES
Apiary is committed to the highest standards of quality control for our manufactured
products, as such we employ industry best practices including but not limited to;
● Pre manufacturing- We test all input material batches with a state certified
cannabis testing lab to ensure the material is compliant prior to
manufacturing
● All manufacturing takes place in a sterile environment (wiped clean by iso
alcohol after each use) either in the packaging room (in the case of
prerolls and vape carts) or in the extraction room (in the case of rosin and
ice hash)
● Manufacturing employees are to wear latex gloves at all times while
handling and/or manufacturing product
● The proposed HVAC units the Apiary will employ to cool and filter the
packaging/extraction rooms air will use positive -pressure, hospital-grade,
HEPA-filtered systems. These systems will ensure no airborne
contaminants adulterate any manufacturing products or processes, while
also mitigating the release of odors into the greater building
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● All manufacturing is to be performed on equipment which has been
properly cleaned, sanitized and had routine maintenance performed in
accordance with the equipment manufacturers guidelines
● Post manufacturing- We test all batches with a state certified cannabis
testing lab to ensure they are compliant prior to packaging
1.8.1.iii. DESCRIBE INVENTORY CONTROL PROCEDURES
Apiary is committed to best practices as it relates to inventory controls including but not
limited to:
● A fully secured vault which remains locked during business hours, except
for the first 15 minutes and last 15 minutes of each business day. The
vault holds all inventory for the manufacturer that isn’t designated in the
daily itinerary for manufacturing
● Inventory access controls that require managers to unlock the transfer
room to provide access to inventory for the sake of manufacturing
❖ Employees are unable to access inventory without a manger first
unlocking the transfer room
❖ The manager then helps the employee locate the relevant inventory
❖ The employee and manager verify the batches accuracy in METRC
❖ The manager then verifies in our inventory system that the
employee has logged the material as “in process of man ufacturing”
● Premises that are monitored and recorded 24/7 by high end security
cameras outfitted with microphones. The security cameras allow Apiary
management to track all inventory movement via the camera system and
reconcile any discrepancies against the visual and auditory records. All
surveillance records will be stored and kept for at least 90 days after the
date of recording
● All records related to input material volume compared with output material
volume will be kept for a minimum of three years and audited weekly to
ensure consistency. The goal being to have consistent yields and a loss
rate as close to zero as possible
● All working materials that come into contact with cannabis material are to
be either sanitized after each use or disposed of in the CDWC
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1.8.1.iv. DESCRIBE THE EXTRACTION PROCESS, EQUIPMENT AND ROOM IN
WHICH EXTRACTIONS WILL BE CONDUCTED
All extraction will take place in the extraction room using either:
● Icon V-200
❖ Used to extract/manufacture high end solventless ice water hash
❖ 150 gallon continuous flow system with a wet biomass throughput
of up to 25lbs/6minutes
❖ The Icon V-200 has the ability to produce over 10,000 grams of ice
hash concentrate per hour
❖ Foodgrade Rated
● The NugSmasher® Pro Rosin Extraction System
❖ Used to extract/manufacture high end solventless Rosin from ice
water hash and flower
❖ 20 tons of pneumatic controlled pressure with precise pressure
gauge and 7”x 10” heat plates with 3 heaters in each plate for
consistent temp control
❖ Throughput of as much as 115 grams per press
❖ Standard installed heaters are 160W ea (480W per plate total ),
which allows the unit to warm up to useable temps in as little as 5 –
10 minutes and also allows the unit to operate on less than 9 amps
of power
❖ The NugSmasher® Pro Rosin Extraction System is capable of
producing over 700 grams of high end rosin per hour
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1.8.1.v. PROVIDE DETAIL AS TO WHETHER THE EXTRACTION EQUIPMENT HAS
BEEN REVIEWED AND CERTIFIED BY A PROFESSIONAL ENGINEER OF
CERTIFIED INDUSTRIAL HYGIENIST.
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1.8.1.vi. DESCRIBE THE SANITATION PROCEDURES.
All surfaces and equipment are cleaned at the beginning, throughout and end of day. All
utensils and containers are immediately washed and sanitized using an industrial
dishwasher after use. The dishwasher is checked weekly using test strips to ensure that
the dishwasher is at proper chemical and microbial levels. It also undergoes
maintenance once a month and receives a report from the maintenance company in
order to better track the levels. The premises undergo a deep cleaning weekly.
All cannabis comes from state licensed growers with CoA’s and inspected upon arrival
to ensure it is what it is said to be. Upon receiving cannabis, it is placed into the freezer
in a vacuum sealed container to hinder any bacterial growth. Upon use it is taken out of
the freezer, extracted and placed in a refrigerator, until it is ready to be bottled in the
final packaging. If receiving already extracted cannabis material, it is processed and
housed in a refrigerator.
All non-cannabis ingredients are kept in air tight containers while awaiting use.
The grounds are maintained weekly by a landscaping company chosen by the
association. External pest control is also maintained by the association. If there is a
need for internal pest control, all products used are organic an d food safe.
Before and after use each component and piece of equipment is visually inspected and
thoroughly cleaned. The filler is fully taken apart after used, cleaned and sanitized after
each use. All blending tools are dismantled, cleaned and sanitized using the dishwasher
after each use. All clean components are stored on a sanitized drying rack after going
through a dishwashing cycle.
In an effort to keep The Apiery’s employees healthy and safe, The Apiery provides
masks, gloves and does temperature checks prior to employees entering the facility. If
an employee is exhibiting any symptom including but not limited to fever, cough,
diarrhea, etc. the employee is asked to stay home until no longer exhibiting those
symptoms. If an employee has open lesions, boils, cuts, rashes, scrapes, etc., that must
be uncovered, that employee is excluded from manufacturing operations until their
health condition is corrected in accordance with the requirements of Health and Safety
Code section 113949.2(b).
All employees are required to put a hairnet on before entering the production or
packaging area. Upon entering the product or packaging areas, employees are required
to wash their hands in the designated handwashing sink and then put gloves on. All
employees must wear close toed shoes when in the facility. All personal belongings are
kept outside of the production and packaging areas in either lockers or at their desks.
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CULTIVATION
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1.9.1 CRITERIA FOR ALL CULTIVATION OPERATIONS
All cultivation will take place in compliance with the applicable city and state regulations and any
other regulations or requirements that the city or state may mandate from time -to-time. The
cultivation manager will ensure that the Company will not use any non -organic pesticide in the
cultivation of marijuana. All cultivation will be consistent with U.S. Department of Agriculture
organic requirements the cultivation manager will ensure that any soil for cultivation will meet
the U.S. Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registr y’s Environmental Media Evaluation
Guidelines for residential soil levels.
The cultivation manager will ensure that the Company will use best practices to limit
contamination, including but not limited to mold, fungus, bacterial diseases, rot, pests, non -
organic pesticides, mildew, and any other contaminant identified as posing potential harm.
Cultivation Rooms
The cultivation rooms are the responsibility of the cultivation manager, and they include:
● Seed/Clone Room: The Seed/Clone Room is where new plants will be created
from the cuttings of already existing plants for the production of previously existi ng
strains. It is also where seeds will be grown into new plants when creating new
strains with specific properties not currently in existence. Plants will stay in this room
for approximately 7 weeks during their earliest stages of development. The tasks
which will be completed in this room are as follows:
● Containers that will hold plants will be cleaned and sterilized to prevent
infection, mold, parasites, etc.;
● Containers will be filled with the growing medium as designated by the
cultivation manager and the filled containers will be prepped for planting;
● Cuttings or Seeds will be planted into the containers as directed by the
cultivation manager;
● Plants will be watered and tended as specified by the cultivation manager,
with specific schedules differing by a strain of plant. This will include any
treatments such as the addition of soil nutrients or the application of medicinal
and protective sprays;
● The growth of each plant will be cataloged, and each plant will be
examined repeatedly for any signs of disease, mold, parasites, etc.;
● Soil and air quality, temperature, humidity levels, etc. will be monitored and
adjusted as needed;
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● Environmental conditions for this room should be maintained at the
following levels:
a. Temperature: 80° Fahrenheit
b. Humidity: 50-55%
c. Air Pressure: Neutral
d. Water: Filtered
e. CO2: 225-300 ppm
● This room will be equipped with:
a. Order mitigation systems for odor reduction
b. Floor drain for cleaning and sanitation
c. Wall mounted fans for air circulation
d. Grow lights
● Mother Rooms: The Mother Room is where the plants from whom cuttings (see
Seed/Clone Room above) are taken will be grown and stored. They will be kept
segregated by strain in order to preserve the purity of each strain. Plants here will be
watered and tended in accordance with the direction of the cultivation manager, who
will take each plants strain into account when assigning plant care re quirements. The
tasks to be completed in this room are as follows:
● Plants will be watered and tended as specified by the cultivation manager,
with specific schedules differing by a strain of plant. This will include any
treatments such as the addition of soil nutrients or the application of medicinal
and protective sprays;
● The growth of each plant will be cataloged, and each plant will be
examined repeatedly for any signs of disease, mold, parasites, etc.;
● Soil and air quality, temperature, humidity levels, etc. will be monitored and
adjusted as needed;
● Plants will be trimmed and maintained to the cultivation manager’s
specifications, with an eye towards producing the healthiest and most potent
clones;
● Clones will be cut from plants for implantation in the clone room; and
● Environmental conditions for this room should be maintained at the
following levels:
a. Temperature: 80° Fahrenheit
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b. Humidity: 50-55%
c. Air Pressure: Neutral
d. Water: Filtered
e. CO2: 225-300 ppm
● This room will be equipped with:
a. Order mitigation systems for odor reduction;
b. Floor drain for cleaning and sanitation; and
c. Wall mounted fans for air circulation.
d. UV scrubber for air quality
e. Grow lights
● Vegetation Rooms: The Vegetation Room is where marijuana plants in their
vegetative state will be stored and tended. Plants will move in and out of the
Vegetative Rooms for periods of about 12 -14 days every 7 weeks. The tasks to be
completed in these rooms are:
● Transplanting plants from their smaller Clone Room containers into their
larger growth containers. This includes cleaning and sanitizing containers and
preparing the growing medium;
● Transplanting plants into and out of the Vegetative Room from and into the
Clone Room and Flowering Room;
● Tending to each plant’s needs. This shall include watering the plant and
monitoring soil and air quality. It also includes monitoring temperatures,
humidity, etc. and adjusting as needed for maximum plant yield and efficacy;
● Inspecting plants for illness, parasites, mold, etc. and applying foliar and
preventative sprays to prevent crop contamination;
● Flushing the growing medium of the plants; and
● Environmental conditions for this room should be maintained at the
following levels:
a. Temperature: 78-82° Fahrenheit
b. Humidity: 50-55%
c. Air Pressure: Neutral
d. Water: Filtered
e. CO2: 1000-1450 ppm
● This room will be equipped with:
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a. Order mitigation systems for odor reduction;
b. Floor drain for cleaning and sanitation; and
c. Wall mounted fans for air circulation.
d. UV Scrubber for air quality
e. Grow lights
● Flowering Rooms: The Flowering Rooms are where marijuana plants in the
flowering stage will be stored and tended. Plants will be moved in and out of these
rooms as needed depending upon their stage of development. The tasks to be
completed in these rooms are as follows:
● Transplanting plants out of the Vegetation Rooms;
● Tending to each plant’s needs. This shall include watering the plant and
monitoring soil and air quality. It also includes monitoring temperatures,
humidity, etc. and adjusting as needed for maximum plant yield and efficacy;
● Inspecting plants for illness, parasites, mold, etc. and applying pesticides,
fungicides and preventative sprays to prevent crop contamination;
● Trimming, defoliation, staking and manicuring each plant as needed;
● Harvesting the cultivation batches and transferring to the Cure Rooms.
● Environmental conditions for this room should be maintained at the
following levels:
a. Temperature: 78-82° Fahrenheit
b. Humidity: 50-55%
c. Air Pressure: Neutral
d. Water: Filtered
e. CO2: 1000-1450 ppm
● This room will be equipped with:
a. Order mitigation systems for odor reduction;
b. Floor drain for cleaning and sanitation; and
c. Wall mounted fans for air circulation.
d. UV Scrubber for air quality
e. Grow lights
Harvest Procedures
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When the cultivation manager designates a cultivation batch to be harvested cultivation team
members will harvest an entire cultivation batch at the same time. Cultivation batches will be
kept separate from other cultivation batches.
● All Harvests will begin in the Growing Room and will follow the following
procedure:
● The cultivation batch will be identified and segregated from all other plants;
● Each plant will be cut at the stalk 2 inches below the lowest branch;
● Under the direction of the cultivation manager, the plants will be
transferred to the Dry Room where the entire batch will be w eighed, and the
weight will be entered into the Inventory Control System;
● All scales used in the weighing of marijuana must be:
a. NTEP Certified; and
b. Calibrated and leveled at the beginning of every shift and every
time the scale is moved.
● The root ball, containers and used growing media will be transferred to the
waste room for disposal.
● Cure Room:
● Plants will be hung on stainless steel racks to dry and cure before being
transferred to the Trimming Room. The cultivation manager will inspect all
plants in the Cure Room for mold, fungus, bacterial diseases, rot, pests,
mildew, and any other contaminant identified as posing potential harm.
● Environmental conditions for this room should be maintained at the
following levels:
a. Temperature: 62-72° Fahrenheit
b. Humidity: 50-55%
c. Air Pressure: Neutral
● The Cure Room will be equipped with:
a. Activated Charcoal filters and Zentox Photo Catalytic Oxidation
(PCO) System for odor reduction;
b. Floor drain for cleaning and sanitation; and
c. Wall mounted fans for air circulation.
d. UV Scrubber for air quality
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● After curing and drying for 2-3 weeks, the plants will be transferred to the
Trimming Room.
● Trimming Room:
● Prior to contact with any marijuana, all employees will wash their hands
per the hand-wash procedure and don latex gloves. (see cleaning and
sanitation);
● At the direction of the Trimming Room Manager, the entire cultivation
batch will be weighed again at this weight will be entered into the Inventory
Control System;
● The Trimming Room Manager will assign trimming duties to the trimming
employees
● The trimming employees will separate and trim the dried, and cured
branches will be into one of the following products:
a. Flower;
b. Trim;
c. Kief; or
d. Waste.
● The Trimming Room Manger or Inventory manager or their designee will
weigh each of the products and enter these weights into the Inventory
Management System;
● All scales used in the weighing of marijuana must be:
a. NTEP Certified; and
b. Calibrated and leveled at the beginning of every shift and every
time the scale is moved.
● All trimming will take place using sanitized scissors and on foo d grade
stainless steel tables;
● All employees involved with trimming and other contact with marijuana
must adhere to the following requirements;
a. 105 CMR 300.000: Reportable Diseases, Surveillance, and
Isolation and Quarantine Requirements; and
b. The sanitation requirements in 105 CMR 500.000: Good
Manufacturing Practices for Food.
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● Prior to leaving the Trimming Room, the Trimming Room manager will
visually inspect all products ensuring that it is:
a. Well cured and free of seeds and stems;
b. Free of dirt, sand, debris, and other foreign matter;
c. Free of contamination by mold, rot, other fungus, and bacterial
diseases;
● Flower products will be transported to either the Packaging Room or to the
Extraction Room.
● Trim and kief product will be transported to the Extraction Room.
● The waste product will be transported to the Waste room for destruction.
● Packaging Room:
● Prior to contact with any marijuana, all employees will wash their hands
per the hand-wash procedure and don latex gloves. (see cleaning and
sanitation);
● All scales used in the weighing of marijuana must be:
1. NTEP Certified; and
2. Calibrated and leveled at the beginning of every shift and every
time the scale is moved.
● All employees involved with packaging and other contact with marijuana
must adhere to the following requirements;
a. 105 CMR 300.000: Reportable Diseases, Surveillance, and
Isolation and Quarantine Requirements; and
b. The sanitation requirements in 105 CMR 500.000: Good
Manufacturing Practices for Food.
● All packaging will take place on food grade stainless steel tables.
● The Packaging Room Manager will assign packaging duties to packaging
employees.
● Employees will visually inspect all product for seeds, stems, dirt, sand,
debris or other foreign matter and any signs of contamination by mold, rot,
other fungus, and bacterial diseases.
a. If found the employee will set aside the questionable product and
notify the Packaging Room manger;
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b. If the Packaging Room manager concurs that the product is
contaminated, he will notify the cultivation manager and quarantine the
product.
1.9.1.i. IDENTIFY LOCATION AND PROCEDURES FOR RECEIVING DELIVERIES OF
SEEDLINGS AND IMMATURE PLANTS
The Apiary’s distribution arm will be working directly with Conception Nursery to bring
sterile meristem tissue cultured clones from their Sacramento facility.
1. Delivery procedure
a. Employees involved:
i. Distribution Driver
ii. Security Guard
b. Locations involved:
i. Distribution Easement
ii. Driver Bay
iii. Security Room
c. The Apiary’s distribution vehicle will be tracked as it approaches The
Apiary’s premises with clones
d. Security Guard distribution vehicle is granted entry through the iron gates
on the West side of the premises from Butler
e. The distribution vehicle is granted access through a second iron gate into
the interior loading area
2. Receiving procedure
a. Locations involved:
i. Delivery Bay
ii. Lift Gate
iii. Secured Interior Loading Area
iv. Security Room
b. Employees involved:
i. Distribution Driver
ii. Warehouse Manager
iii. Transplanter
iv. One armed security guard
c. One Apiary staff member will prepare the sally port for receiving the
clones
d. The distribution staff member will retrieve the clones from the distribution
vehicle one tray at a time
e. Trays will be stacked on the liftgate in the sally port until the lift gate is full
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f. The liftgate will be activated
g. The lift gate will be stopped at exactly 40” above the bottom of the caged
receiving window.
h. The receiving window cage will be rolled open to access the trays
i. The trays will be placed on a cart
j. The receiving window cage will be closed when not in use
3. Preflower Transplanting Procedure
a. Locations involved:
i. Transfer Room
ii. Preflower Chamber
iii. Secured Interior Loading Area
b. Employees involved:
i. Warehouse Manager
ii. Transplanter A
iii. Transplanter B
c. Transplanters glove and gown in a Tyvek Suit in the transfer room
i. Gown
ii. Shoe covers
iii. Gown cap
iv. Gloves
v. Eye protection
d. Transplanter A prepares a cart in the transfer room
i. Sheers
ii. Gloves
iii. Waste Receptacle
e. Transplanter B prepares a scaffolding ladder in the transfer room
i. Sheers
ii. Gloves
iii. Waste Receptacle
f. Transplanter B walks scaffolding ladder into section of Preflower Chamber
to be transplanted
i.
g. Transplanter A walks a cart to the Secured Interior Loading Area
i. Warehouse manager loads cart with clones
ii. Transplanter verifies Warehouse Managers plant count
h. Transplanter A walks cart to section of Preflower Chamber to be
transplanted
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1.9.1.ii DESCRIBE THE PLANNED SQUARE FOOTAGE/ACREAGE OF
CULTIVATION
The Apiary’s total square footage of cultivation as measured by CDFA, and confirmed
by the City Manager’s Cannabis Oversight Committee, is 9,100 square feet. Utilizing
side lighting to maximize illuminated canopy per square foot of shelf space. Plants are
stacked 15 rows high and are ergonomically organized in a single 4” gutter spanning a
182’ flowering corridor. There will be a total of 10 flowering corridors in this building.
a. 910 square feet of true canopy per column
i. Measured by CDFA as the collective surface area of each shelf
ii. 9,100 square feet across all 10 columns
b. 1,456 square feet of floor space per column
i. Measured dimensionally as 8’ wide by 182’ long
ii. 14,560 square feet across all 10 columns
c. 4,013 square feet of direct illumination per column
i. Measured by the total surface area receiving a photosynthetic
photon flux density of 1100 micromoles per square meter per
second
ii. 40,130 square feet across all 10 columns
1.9.1.iii THE ESTIMATED NUMBER OF POUNDS PRODUCED PER HARVEST, AND
NUMBER OF ANTICIPATED HARVESTS PER YEAR.
The Apiary will conservatively produce 43,800 pounds of dry flower and 18,900 pounds
of resinous trim for mechanical extraction every year once all 10 flowering chambers are
phased in.
Our goal is to produce five pounds per square foot of floor space per yea r
■ This metric is designed to address our tax contribution to the City of
Fresno when considering the 1% tax on our distribution.
The Apiary will phase into full capacity according to the following schedule:
Phase 1: Months 0-3
■ One flowering chamber
■ One pre-flowering chamber
■ 600 pounds of manicured flower
Phase 2: Months 4-6
■ One additional flowering chamber
■ 2,400 pounds of manicured flower
Phase 3: Months 7-9
■ Three additional flowering chambers
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■ 6,000 pounds of manicured flower
Phase 4: Months 10-12
■ Five additional flowering chambers
■ 12,000 pounds of manicured flower
Phases 1-4: Months 0-12
■ Ten total flowering chambers
■ One pre-flowering chamber
■ 21,000 total pounds of manicured flower
1.9.1. iv DESCRIBE WHETHER THE CULTIVATION OPERATION WILL USE
NATURAL LIGHT, ARTIFICIAL LIGHT, OR MIXED LIGHT.
LED side lighting paired with high plant density allows us to maximize our daily
light integral (DLI) in every stage of growth.
○ 300 Gavita Pro 1700E LED lights per chamber
1.9.1. v IDENTIFY HOW CULTIVATION WASTE WILL BE RENDERED UNUSABLE
AND UNRECOGNIZABLE, AND HOW IT WILL BE STORED AND DISPOSED OF
PROPER DISPOSAL OF CANNABIS WASTE
In order to promote the safe cultivation of cannabis, and to prevent unauthorized access
to cannabis, including the cannabis waste.
This business shall properly dispose of all cannabis waste generated from the premises
and location. Cannabis waste includes cannabis plants, flowers, trim, leaves, stems,
seeds, any cannabis concentrate, and any product containing cannabis intended to be
destroyed.
A. This business will be required to keep a detailed record of the amount of cannabis
waste rendered unusable along with the final destination of all cannabis waste.
B. Prior to leaving this business’s cultivation premises or location, all cannabis wa ste
shall be rendered unusable and unrecognizable through mixing the waste with a non -
consumable medium, including but not limited to one or more of those listed below, so
that the resulting mixture is at least 50 percent non- cannabis waste. The resulting
mixture may then be composted on site, placed in the facility’s wet bin for pickup or
transferred to a waste disposal facility approved by the Chief of Police. The following
inert mediums may be used in the mixture:
1. Paper waste;
2. Plastic waste;
3. Cardboard waste;
4. Food waste;
5. Grease or other compostable oil waste;
6. Bokashi or other compost activators;
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7. Soil;
8. Another medium approved by the Chief of Police that will render cannabis waste
unusable and unrecognizable.
Waste hauled by local agency, a waste hauler franchised or contracted by a local
agency, or a
private waste hauler permitted by a local agency
CR&R Inc.
P.O. Box 125
Stanton, CA, 90680
1.9.1. vi DESCRIBE THE USE OF ANY GASES USED IN THE CULTIVATION
OPERATION, SUCH AS CO2, INCLUDING STORAGE, LOCATION, AND
MONITORING SYSTEMS FOR EMPLOYEE SAFETY
1. Each of the ten cultivation chambers will consume approximately 50 pounds of
CO2 per day.
a. Storage
i. Barnes Welding Supply
ii. CO2 will never be stored inside the warehouse in a quantity
totalling more than 100 pounds.
b. Replacement
i. The Apiary has an exclusive agreement with Barnes Welding
Supply, which is located exactly 1,320 feet from our facility. These
are the duties of their Carbon Dioxide specialist:
1. Load 10 fully charged 50 pound CO2 tanks onto their
delivery truck by 7:00 AM every morning
2. Deliver the charged CO2 tanks to our secured CO2 tank
storage area
3. Manually deactivate the depleted CO2 tanks and unfasten
their respective regulators
4. Refasten the regulators to the replenished CO2 tanks
5. Ensure the regulators are not allowing more than 2 PSI in
the injection lines
c. Monitoring
i. The Apiary uses TrolMaster’s HCS-2 environmental controller to
regulate CO2 injection by working in harmony with the following
instruments:
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1. TrolMaster NBS-2 Carbon Dioxide monitor.
2. TrolMaster DSC-1 electronically actuated outlet
3. Titan Controls Carbon Dioxide regulator (industry standard)
ii. The TrolMaster HCS-2 provides zoned data logging that will be
made readily available in real time to the City, State, and any other
inspecting agency through a web-based portal. Moreover, the
device relies on multiple redundancies to ensure that operators are
able to safely navigate CO2 enriched environments.
1. Automatic injection termination
d. Safety
i. The Apiary’s cultivation technique involves only three operator
interactions with plants throughout the entire cultivation cycle.
1. None of these interactions require the operator to operate in
conditions above ambient CO2.
2. Preflower Transplant
a. Plants are taken directly from distribution and
deposited into the Preflower chamber gutters.
3. Final Transplant
a. Plants are pruned in the Preflower chamber
b. Plants are placed on a mobile cart
c. Plants are taken to the Flower chamber
d. Plants are individually tagged with a unique METRC
ID
e. Plants are transplanted into gutters
4. Harvest
a. Apiary Harvester dresses in a Tyvek Suit in the
transfer room
b. Apiary Harvester prepares a cart in the transfer room
i. Scale
ii. Bucket
iii. Sheers
iv. Gloves
v.
c. walks a cart into the flowering chamber
d. Apiary Harvester
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Modular Side Lighting Cultivation Systems
1. Design
a. Permitting
b. Scalability
c. Efficiency
d. Ergonomics
e. Contamination
f. Work-flow
2. Equipment
a. Redundancy
b. Automation
3. Safety
a. CO2
b. Fire
c. Chemical
1. Design
a. Permitting
i. Modular cultivation units are completely self-contained. Structural
and architectural specifications are identical from one unit to the
next regardless of where each unit is located.
b. Scalability
i. Traditional cultivation facility developments require precise planning
to accommodate electrical, structural, and HVAC loads. This is
typically done in multiple discrete phases, which are inoperable
until planning, permitting, construction, and inspection is completed.
Phasing is necessary in traditional cultivation facility development
because indoor cultivation does not scale well.
ii. Modular cultivation units circumvent scaling altogether and instead
benefit from replicability. Each unit has its own 100 AMP subpanel,
structural support, and HVAC system. Furthermore, since the units
are identical, a several million dollar traditional build out that would
otherwise take months to realize can be broken up into several
$50,000 turn-key modular implementations that rely on the first
unit’s engineering to expedite permitting.
c. Efficiency
i. LED side lighting paired with a central wall of plants on a multi -
tiered gutter system allows the cultivator to illuminate a canopy that
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is exactly twice that of the modular unit’s taxable square footage. At
20’ long and 8’ wide, the taxable square footage of one modular
unit is 160 sf. The contiguous plant wall is 8’ tall and 20’ long, but it
is positioned in the center of the modular unit, which allows it to be
illuminated from lights on either side. This results in a net canopy of
320 sf.
ii. Maximizing the ratio of illuminated canopy to total cubic footage of
the cultivation chamber means environmental variables can be
more precisely controlled and buffered.
1. Less atmosphere translates to faster CO2 injections and
purges in the event of excessive supplementation.
2. Less atmosphere translates to more direct dehumidification.
3. Lastly, the higher ratio of mass to atmosphere translates to a
better temperature buffer. This is because temperature
stability is a direct function of an object’s density, and air has
a density that is close to zero when compared to solid
objects.
d. Ergonomics
i. Transplanting, inspecting, maintaining, and harvesting plants
traditionally requires the laborer to carefully reach across plant
beds that are 4’- 6’ wide. While uncomfortable under any
circumstance, this process is particularly cumbersome with
overhead LED lighting, which is appropriately fixed only six inches
above the canopy. This means the laborer must reach 4’-6’ into a
space that is only six inches tall--a reality all cultivators must
reconcile with as the state phases in its LED lighting mandates.
ii. The plant wall that is afforded by side lighting clears major
ergonomic hurdles where traditional horizontal lighting systems
have fallen short. In the modular units vertically oriented LEDs are
fixed to motorized trolley systems. This allows laborers to create
aisles as wide as 3’ on either side of the plant wall. Aside from the
obvious advantages of not having to reach across horizontal plant
beds, the laborer is able to work on the garden with their back to
the otherwise uncomfortably bright LEDs.
e. Contamination
i. Systemic failure plagues traditional open floor plan cultivation
facilities. The most apparent advantage of modular cultivation units
in the event of disease or chemical contamination is that each
chamber is completely isolated from the next.
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ii. California’s unforgiving testing requirements have resulted in
disease mitigation strategies that change drastically throughout the
plant's life cycle. This means spraying a chemical in the first week
of flower could result in a clean postharvest test, while spraying that
same chemical in the third week of flower could result in a failed
post-harvest test. The only work-around with an open cultivation
floor plan is to have every plant in the same stage of life. This
results in massive labor implementations during transplant and
harvest, whereas staggering the plants’ life cycles requires a more
stable and predictable labor force.
iii. Lastly, large open floor plans are more likely to generate
microclimates that encourage undesirable biological growth such as
molds, bacterium, and pests.
f. Work-flow
i. Modular cultivation units are useful as more than just flowering
chambers. Capturing the genetic potential of a strain starts with
healthy mothers. Whether the operator is using tissue culture and
standard cloning techniques, modular units provide an isolated
environment that mitigates disease by limiting its conte nts’
exposure to externalities.
ii. Modular units are also superior drying chambers. They control
temperature, humidity, and odor very well due to the high ratio of
plant material to cubic footage of drying space.
2. Equipment
a. Redundancy and Consolidation
i. Modular units are able to take advantage of the higher efficiency
and redundancy offered by using multiple smaller irrigation, HVAC,
and dehumidification systems.
ii. Irrigation systems do not scale well. Whether its pressure loss
along far reaching drip lines or water temperature differentials from
one end of a plant row to the other in flood and drain or nutrient film
techniques, using larger irrigation systems results in inconsistent
fertigation. There is also a systemic disease risk associated with
having the fertigation runoff from one plant interacting with the root
system of another. Smaller modular fertigation systems mitigate
this exposure while the declining predictability of large scale
systems propagate operational inconsistencies.
iii. Each modular unit is outfitted with 20 Gavita 1700e LEDs that are
on for 12 hours per day and require 5 tons of cooling during the
lights on period. Unlike traditional open floor plans where there are
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no light barriers, two modular units can be run on alternating 12
hour light cycles. This technique is referred to as running the rooms
on, “Flip-flop.”
1. Running cultivation chambers on flip-flop allows the operator
to take full advantage of the facility’s amperage. For
example, each modular unit requires 54 AMPS of lighting,
which totals 648 AMP hours consumed over the course of
the 12 hour illumination period. If the lights are on in one unit
while they are off in another unit, a total of 1,296 total AMP
hours can be consumed between the two units over a 24
hour period--effectively doubling the electrical bandwidth of
the facility.
2. Another major advantage of having two systems on flip flop
is the use of a single HVAC system for two modular units.
Since each unit only requires cooling during the 12 hour
lighting period, 5 tons of cooling can sufficiently cool two
modular units per day. This directly reduces the capital
expenditure on HVAC infrastructure by 50%.
3. Dehumidification systems are only used during the
transpiration period, which begins one hour after the plant
canopy is illuminated and ends one hour after darkness. This
means two modular units on flip-flop can share one 225 pint
dehumidifier to achieve any range of vapor pressure. Once
again, this translates to a 50% reduction in the capital
expenditure required from dehumidification infrastructure.
3. Safety
a. The modular units’ structural integrity paired with the flip -flop system offers
unparalleled fire resistance and suppression along with excess CO2 and
chemical exposure mitigation.
i. The modular units can easily be outfitted with fire sprinkler systems,
but their true power in fire suppression is their ability to vacuum air
from one chamber to the counterpart on flip-flop.
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COMMUNITY BENEFITS AND
INVESTMENT PLANS
According to a 2016 study from the University of Colorado (Denver), cannabis
dispensaries in Denver have had no more impact on the surrounding neighborhood than
a coffee shop or a drugstore.
Residents reportedly don’t see dispensaries as undesirable storefronts in their
neighborhood. Another study focused on undesirable land uses similarly concluded that
“while public officials, and especially law enforcement, clearly warn residents about the
negative effects of these centers on the communities in which they are situated, there is
little evidence that residents are listeni ng, as these centers do not appear to have any
impact on the urban landscape - and therefore the health of the communities in which
they are located.” Reports of negative community impact appear to be concentrated in
states that allow cannabis businesses but lack comprehensive state-level regulation of
the industry.
Similar reports from states with both medical and adult use cannabis indicated that
cannabis businesses positively impact the surrounding community by generating
economic benefits like jobs, revenue and real estate demand. Denver, in particular, has
seen massive real estate market growth, which the Denver Post and others credit to the
state’s legal cannabis industry. From 2009 to 2014, over a third of all industrial real
estate leased in Denver came under the control of the cannabis industry, which kick
started the recovery of the industrial market in Denver. The industrial vacancy rate has
fallen steadily since 2011 and reached a historical low in 2015.
We are seeing similar benefits emerge in California - cannabis, when managed
compliantly and in cooperation with cities, counties and communities - delivers jobs,
taxes, revenue, local business growth and real-estate demand.
The Apiary is a community partner
The foundation of our community and local efforts is described in our Partnership
Program which seeks to do four critical things in Fresno:
1. Integrate as seamlessly and authentically as possible.
2. Change opinions through education, consistency and reliability.
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3. Get involved with local small businesses, nonprofits and other community
organizations.
4. Be active in improving the overall local community economically and socially.
To bring meaning to our intent to create this partnership, we will be committing annually
to our Partnership Program for the purpose of actively building and creating
partnerships that contribute toward local community development.
Aligning with the vibrancy of the local community, we will look to be involved in existing
nonprofit programs within the county. Our Partnership Program will cover commitments
to working with one group from each of the following five non -profit sectors:
● Health
● Education
● Veterans Affairs
● Home Care
● Fresno Community
7.1 THE CCB APPLICATION SHOULD DESCRIBE THE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY
PLAN. THIS SHOULD INCLUDE ALL BENEFITS THE CCB HAS PROVIDED OR
PLANS TO PROVIDE TO THE LOCAL COMMUNITY, FOR EXAMPLE BY DIRECTLY
AIDING, PARTICIPATING IN, OR FUNDING THE WORK OF LOCAL NON -PROFITS,
COMMUNITY BASED ORGANIZATIONS, CIVIC ORGANIZATIONS, OR SOCIAL
SERVICES ORGANIZATIONS. BENEFITS MAY BE IN THE FORM OF VOLUNTEER
SERVICES, MONETARY DONATIONS, FINANCIAL SUPPORT OF CITY -
SPONSORED ACTIVITIES OR ORGANIZATIONS, IN-KIND DONATIONS TO THE
CITY OR OTHER CHARITABLE ORGANIZATIONS AND/OR ANY OTHER
ECONOMIC INCENTIVES TO THE CITY. IT MAY ALSO INCLUDE, BUT IS NOT
LIMITED TO:
7.1.1. PROVIDING FUNDING FOR OR HOSTING EXPUNGEMENT CLINICS OR
OUTREACH SERVICES.
We will partner with the National Diversity Inclusion Cannabis Alliance to support
Fresno’s cannabis expungement clinic. We will help finance the clinic’s efforts and will
set stretch goals to continue to expunge the cannabis records of all individuals who
show up looking for assistance.
We will also create a local internship and mentors program that supports 21 yr old
youths who have had issues with cannabis crimes, mentoring them in small business
management, compliance and leadership.
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Giving back to the community is part of our business and who we are. We are proud to
have this opportunity in Fresno and intend to use The Apiary to create positive change
in our community, leveraging both our people and our bottom line to do good in a range
of areas.
7.1.2 INCORPORATING AN ENVIRONMENTALLY SUSTAINABLE BUSINESS
MODEL INCLUDING ENERGY EFFICIENT BUILDINGS AND VEHICLES.
1. Electric vehicles
a. Cars retail
b. Vans distro
2. Solar panels on roof of all buildings
a. 44,000sf solar
3. 100% LED
a. 67% power consumption compared to HPS li ghts
4. Side lighting
a. Only requires 22.7% of the footprint of traditional indoor grows
5. Nutrient Film Technique
a. Zero media waste (ie rockwool cubes, soil, coco, hydroton)
b. Zero fertigation runoff
6. Recapture condensate
a. 100% water recovery
b. Zero reverse osmosis filters to clean or dispose
c. Zero wastewater from reverse osmosis process
7. Recaptured CO2
a. 100% of the carbon dioxide we consume is recaptured from existing
factories.
b. We do not generate any carbon onsite
8. Dry powder nutrients
a. Lower carbon footprint than popular liquid commercial fertilizers
9. Variable speed compressors (stageless)
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a. Never cycle on or off
i. Most efficient HVAC system on the market
b. Highest dehumidification capacity on the market
i. Reduces dehumidification carbon footprint
10. Solventless/mechanical extraction
a. Safer operating environment
b. Safer end product for the consumer
c. No storage of volatile, flammable, or pressurized gasses
7.1.3 UTILIZING VACANT BUILDINGS, BROWNFIELDS LAND, OR BLIGHTED
AREAS OF THE CITY FOR BUSINESS.
1. 220 M St (parking garage premises) is vacant
2. 2305 Los Angeles (retail premises) is vacant
3. 2974 E Butler (Microbusiness premises) is vacant
7.2 DESCRIBE COMMERCIAL CANNABIS BUSINESS PLAN TO DEVELOP A PUBLIC
HEALTH OUTREACH AND EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM THAT OUTLINES THE RISKS
OF YOUTH USE OF CANNABIS AND THAT IDENTIFIES RESOURCES AVAILABLE
TO YOUTH RELATED TO DRUGS AND DRUG ADDICTION.
Public Health Outreach Program
Director of the Youth Outreach Through Art (YOTA)
● Partnership with Fresno Police Department and Fresno Park s
● Founded with Detective Danny Kim
● Targets at risk youth
Young people are exposed to alcohol and drugs at an early age. We will be an active
participant in ensuring that Fresno youth receive the appropriate level of information on
the dangers of substance abuse at an early age so that they are better informed and
more capable of decision making as they develop and mature.
To create and implement this program we will be approaching local education, youth
and law enforcement groups with a view to either providing monetary resources or
educational materials to such groups.
We believe that this program will have positive flow -on effects for social issues affecting
Fresno including neighborhood crime prevention, substance abuse and creating safer
and cleaner parks and recreation facilities.
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We know that beyond education, it is critically important to provide meaningful facilities
and opportunities to youth that inspire, educate and entertain them.
Community Benefit Program
Board Members of Clean Fresno
● Partnered with the City of Fresno’s Make Fresno Beautiful Program
● Volunteered with Jordan Rousseau, Director of Retail and Distribution since the
program’s conception
The Apiary will ensure that we give back to our community by requiring all full -time staff
to commit to at least 10 hours of volunteer time quarterly to a local cause or charity.
Annually, each staff member will contribute over 40-hours or more of community service
beyond the monetary commitments we deliver. These hours will either be used for
hands-on volunteering or providing pro bono support services in the specialist area of
the volunteer - business management, design and creative, logistics, processes and
systems.
The General Manager will be responsible for tracking all commitments on a q uarterly
basis.
Parks and recreation
The Apiary supports the protection of safe and beautiful outdoor spaces as a matter of
public health and well being. We will contact and partner with the Fresno Parks, After
School, Recreation and Community Services Department annually to determine what
restoration and beautification projects need to be completed. We will partner with the
city to raise funds or provide volunteers to keep the parks and open spaces clean and
beautiful for our locals and our visitors.
Community engagement
We will proactively engage with Fresno residents, business owners, and officials to
cultivate lasting and mutually beneficial connections, sustained by a discreet but visible
neighborhood presence. The Apiary seeks to provide tangible benefits to the local
community through educational outreach and partnerships with nonprofit organizations,
municipalities and neighborhood groups. We consider the surrounding community a
valuable stakeholder in its business model and will strive to exist in a symbiotic
relationship with the Fresno community in the following ways:
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● Farmer’s Market Education Events: We will occasionally have a booth at the local
farmers market to discuss safe consumption methods, educating youth on the
dangers of drug use and safe and proper storage of cannabis products.
● Neighborhood Watch Programs: Neighborhood watch groups provide an
excellent forum for relationship building between businesses, residents, law
enforcement and city officials.
● “Coffee with a Cop” Program: The Apiary will attend these dialogue sessions
hosted by the Fresno Police Department to better understand the public safety
issues in our city and how we can help address them.
Open door and good neighbor policy
The Apiary has an open door policy. We encourage neighbors who feel negatively
affected by our presence to reach out directly to our General Manager at any time and
discuss their concerns. We will set up a special telephone number and email where they
can contact us and know they will receive a timely response to address their concerns.
Further, we consider ourselves a stakeholder in the surrounding community. In the
months leading up to a grand opening, we will host events and invite local business
owners and residents to canvass their attitudes about cannabis retails dispensaries and
answer any questions they may have about our business.
We also believe it's important to know our neighbors. We will create an outreach
program to actively engage with our immediate neighbors that includes:
● An initial personal visit & introduction within a month of receiving our permit
● Creating an email database of all businesses within our 500 feet radius to send
them periodic notes and an opportunity to provide feedback on better business
practices and relations.
● Creating a dedicated email address for communicating.
● Designating one of our Managers as our Community Relations Officer.
● During our first year of operations, we will attend all requested meetings by the
City Manager to discuss costs, benefits and other community issues.
We are not only interested in working with local businesses but we are committed to
working with local businesses. We will form a pool of local businesses across several
industries that supply a majority of our building, construction, operations, repairs and
maintenance needs on an ongoing basis.
Additional community efforts:
Philanthropy
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Operation Gobble
● Partnering with the City of Fresno’s District 6 in 2021
● Volunteered five years in a row
● Produced drone footage for three years
Senior Food Giveaway
● Volunteered and worked closely with Pardini’s and District 4 at every event this
year
● Captured hours of drone footage
Past Contributions
Be The Match Bone Marrow Drive
● Acquired 1100 new bone marrow donor candidates
● 3 years
● 26 events
UCSF Fresno OMFS Clinic: Dr. Robert Julian
● Over 2100 volunteer hours
● Participated in a retrospective study spanning 10 years of research
● Digitized 12 years of patient records
Tzu Chi Medical Clinic
● Volunteered at every event from 2012 through 2015
Measure A: Cannabis Tax
● Donated in 2018
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Microbusiness Components
Designated Areas
● Extraction Room
○ Icon VR-200
○ Stainless Steel Table
○ Nug Smasher Pro Rosin
Press
○ Lab Society 12 Liter Short
Path Distillation Chamber
○ Across International Cold
Trap
○ Edwards Vacuum Pump
○ Glassware Locker
● Flowering Chambers
● Preflowering Chamber
● Packaging Room
○ Distribution Packaging Area
■ Stainless Steel Table
○ Manufacturing Packaging
Area
■ Stainless Steel Table
○ Package Racks
● Trim Room
○ Stainless Steel Tables
○ Rolling Carts
○ Alcohol Dispensing Stations
○ Equipment Racks
● Temporary Holding Room
○ Outgoing rack
○ Incoming rack
○ Equipment rack
● Transfer Room
○ Gowning Area
○ Cart Storage Area
○ Scaffolding Storage
● Vault
○ Pallet racking
○ Microbusiness Safe
○ Retail Safe
● Security Office
○ Monitors
○ Gate Relays
○ Door Relays
○ Emergency CO2 Shutoff
○ Emergency Electrical
Disconnects
● ADA Compliant Men’s Restroom
○ Men’s Lockers
○ One Toilet
○ One Sink
● ADA Compliant Women’s Restroom
○ Women’s Lockers
○ One Toilet
○ One Sink
● Card Access Area
● Destruction Room
○ Grinder
● Temporary Holding Room
○ Outgoing rack
○ Incoming rack
○ Equipment rack
● Pedestrian Sally Port
Personnel
● Warehouse Manager
● Distribution Driver
● Security Guard
● Transplanter
● Pruner
● Harvester
● Trimmer
● Packager
● Extract
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LOCATION
6.1 IN ADDITION TO THE LOCATION-RELATED DETAILS PROVIDED IN THE
COMMERCIAL CANNABIS BUSINESS APPLICATION, THE APPLICATION SHALL
INCLUDE A THOROUGH DESCRIPTION OF THE PROPOSED LOCATION,
INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE OVERALL PROPERTY, BUILDING AND
FLOOR PLAN.
The property at 2974 E Butler Ave is a 22,880 contiguous concrete tilt up build ing. The property
is 40.5” above street level and the floor of its loading dock. This elevation provides an
unparalleled amount of exterior security and ergonomic convenience in the loading bay. The
building is located within 2,000’ of the O street freeway onramp, which feeds the 180, 99, 41
interchanges within one mile of the entrance. This has already made the building an incredibly
attractive target for licensed cannabis distribution partnerships.
The building is uniquely situated where N St dead ends into Butler where it intimately enjoys the
best neighbor a cannabusiness could hope for: The Fresno County Sheriff’s Department. Lastly,
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The property at 2974 E Butler Avenue is fully built and requires no external building
work prior to occupancy. All necessary work is interior and can be completed within a 8-
10 week time frame, allowing for a quick occupancy within the premises.
6.2 THE APPLICATION SHALL INCLUDE AT LEAST ONE PHOTOGRAPH OF THE
FRONT (STREET SIDE) OF THE BUILDING OR STREET VIEW OF THE VACANT
PARCEL.
6.3 PREMISES (SITE) DIAGRAM FOR EACH PROPOSED LOCATION. IN ADDITION
TO DIAGRAMS SUBMITTED FOR OTHER SECTIONS OF THE APPLICATION,
APPLICANTS ARE EXPECTED TO SUBMIT A PREMISE/SITE DIAGRAM THAT
FOCUSES ON THE OVERALL PROPERTY, BUILDING. THIS DIAGRAM SHOULD
SHOW THE OVERALL PARCEL AND ADJOINING OR NEIGHBORING BUILDINGS
THAT MAY BE AFFECTED BY THE COMMERCIAL CANNABIS BUSINESS.
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6.3.1 A PREMISE (SITE) DIAGRAM MUST BE ACCURATE, DIMENSIONED AND TO-
SCALE (MINIMUM SCALE OS ¼”). THE DIAGRAM SHALL PROVIDE A DETAILED
DESCRIPTION OF ALL AVAILABLE/SHARED PARKING SPACES, DRIVEWAY
LOCATIONS, AND AUXILIARY BUILDINGS ON THE PARCEL.
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NEIGHBORHOOD
COMPATIBILITY PLAN
3.1 DESCRIBE HOW THE CCB WILL PROACTIVELY ADDRESS AND RESPOND TO
COMPLAINTS RELATED TO NOISE, LIGHT, ODOR, LITTER, VEHICLES, AND
PEDESTRIAN TRAFFIC.
We will work closely with community members, neighborhood leaders and local
businesses to provide a model regulatory compliance, operational safety, and corporate
social responsibility. The Apiary understands that the first step towar ds building trust
and support among neighbors is to have an open and honest dialogue and proactively
address and anticipate the community’s needs.
To facilitate this outcome, we will employ a Neighborhood Liaison Manager who will
serve as The Apiary’s immediate point of contact for all elected officials, regulatory
personnel, first responders, neighborhood association presidents, business owners and
other local leaders.
The Neighborhood Liaison’s full contact information will be provided to law enforceme nt
and all neighbors within 100 feet of the facility. This will enable us to understand and
appropriately respond to our community’s needs and concerns.
The Neighborhood Liaison will also be responsible for developing action plans to
facilitate community outreach and to address any community complaints or concerns.
Being a good neighbor requires careful communication, planning and a strong desire to
support and improve the local community.
3.2 DESCRIBE HOW THE CCB WILL BE MANAGED TO AVOID BECOMING A
NUISANCE OR HAVING IMPACTS ON ITS NEIGHBORS AND THE SURROUNDING
COMMUNITY.
Our approach to day to day operations begins outside the walls of the microbusiness
itself. We believe strongly in being a positive influence in the neighborhoods we operate
in and internalizing any impacts the operation of our business creates. This begins with
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a strong commitment to a clean neighborhood free of litter. We will contribute to this
outcome through:
a. Weekly litter cleanups in the neighborhoods surrounding our
microbusiness location performed through our Clean Fresno affiliation and
participation with other local charities
b. Along with daily perveying for trash by the external security guards on our
microbusiness block and the blocks surrounding
Both inside and outside our walls our establishment will have a strictly enforced no
littering, loitering or smoking policy which will be clearly communicated via multiple
redundant signs. The Apiary will not be open to the public and only employees or
designated business partners will be allowed to enter. We believe by keeping our
neighborhood clean, we improve the mutual experience of our neighbors and patrons.
3.3 Describe odor mitigation practices
Through negative air flow, ionic air purifiers, a policy of sealed exit packaging and a
strictly enforced no loitering or smoking policy we work to ensure the neighbors never
deal with any odors associated with cannabis.
Carbon filters
3.4 IDENTIFY POTENTIAL SOURCES OF ODOR
Trim, Distillate, Crude, Hash, Flower
3.5 DESCRIBE ODOR CONTROL DEVICES AND TECHNIQUES EMPLOYED TO
ENSURE THAT ODORS FROM CANNABIS ARE DETECTABLE BEYOND
PERMITTED PREMISES.
External contaminants should be removed by effective filtration of the supply air, to
retain the required cleanroom classification. Internal contaminants should be controlled
by displacing the airflow:
● The pressure differentials should be of sufficient magnitude to ensure
containment and prevention of flow reversal without creating turbulence.
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● Where possible, ventilation dampers and filters should be designed and
positioned to be accessible from out the manufacturing areas for ease of
maintenance.
● Directional airflow within production or primary packing areas assist in preventing
contamination.
The proposed HVAC units the company will use positive-pressure, hospital -grade,
HEPA-filtered systems throughout the facility. HVAC systems will be cleaned by an
outside contractor bi-annually.
3.6. DESCRIBE ALL PROPOSED STAFF ODOR TRAINING AND SYSTEM
MAINTENANCE.
All odor control devices will receive regularly scheduled maintenance to ensure the
functionality of the machines. Employees will be trained to replace filters as needed and
will alert upper management in the event of any suspected malfunction
3.7 DESCRIBE WASTE MANAGEMENT PLAN.
The APiary will retain the services of a licensed “green waste management company”
to properly dispose of any cannabis-related materials. It will have locked receptacles on
premises to hold all cannabis waste until it is picked up by the waste management
company. The Glass Lobby will weigh waste and receive a receipt from the company.
Additionally, for all non-cannabis related waste The Apiary will have a reasonable sized
dumpster that is picked up by the trash company.
The Apiary is committed to being an asset to Fresno. We aim to enhance our
community by being a safe, professional business that is considerate and dedicated to
the advancement of the community.
We will maintain the business premise in a manner that will best eliminate potential
nuisances, safety and security issues, and negative effects on the surrounding grounds.
We are focused and conscious about its role and potential impact on the local
neighborhood; as such, we will operate in a manner that is respectful and beneficial for
residents, visitors and business owners in Fresno.
Further, we recognize that it is essential that cannabis businesses are compliant, safe,
and considerate of the surrounding area. Our premise is located within the City’s
Cannabis Innovation Hub and we are committed to being good neighbors and members
of this community.
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SOCIAL POLICY AND
LOCAL ENTERPRISE PLAN
Kevin was born and raised in Fresno. It’s where he’s raising his son, today. Kevin was
not only born and raised here in the Fresno area, but it is where his extended family
remains. Kevin has chosen to build this business in Fresno because he appreciates the
direction and path of growth the city is taking. Fresno, has retained its agricultural base,
while expanding its future through its diversity of people and industry. Fresno is
becoming a hub of the tech industry in California, which will produce additional job and
housing opportunities, as well as expanded and diverse economic growth in an ever-
changing economy.
The presence of cannabis operations has proven to be a major force in strengthening
local economies, and more importantly, this newly evolved generator of commerce often
pays for itself, creating jobs, health services, and security without sacrificing the
infrastructure required by other industries to ensure public safety. A recent Colorado
State University research report highlights the unbounded success of the cannabis
industry, stating “The economic impression from legal marijuana will spawn
approximately $100 million annually in the coming years.” With municipalities across the
country suffering from the harsh economic impacts of Covid -19, cannabis businesses
have the opportunity to breathe new life into communities ravaged by these hard times.
We strive to drive the vast success of cannabis-related commerce at the local level,
spurring community reinvestment, workforce development, stakeholder engagement,
financial gain, health-related benefits and public awareness and education. The rapidly
evolving emergence of the cannabis industry across the US is both an exciting and
challenging prospect, and we are committed to providing proactive support in
establishing and promoting success in the cannabis realm while building ties with
community leaders and entrepreneurs for the betterment of the community.
The success of The Apiary in Fresno will be driven by the adoption of the business by
the local residents in our community. We are developing our business as a local
enterprise to accelerate the adoption of the business in our community and also ensure
a more sustainable business in the long term.
While local businesses create more local jobs, there are a multitude of other benefits
that The Apiary recognizes from a local enterprise plan, including:
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1. Stronger community identity: Small businesses contribute to the identity of
the local community. They preserve the local character of the community
and enhance the bonds that businesses create with their customers.
2. Community involvement: Local businesses are typically more cognizant of
the impact they have on their neighbors and surrounding businesses.
More importantly, they can also inspire and impact change, development,
and a stronger sense of financial independence with customers and the
broader community. The Apiary is determined to hire from within Fresno -
people who are integrated into the community - to ensure we have a solid
understanding of our local needs.
3. Community health - When was the last time you walked into a large chain
store and you were greeted by name? Local enterprise businesses build a
sense of community identity. We are committed to creating a strong sense
of community and business health, regularly consulting and eng aging with
local business neighbors.
4. Local economic impact: When local employees live and shop in their
communities, money stays and circulates locally.
5. Entrepreneurship: Strong local business leaders spur entrepreneurship.
For the last 200 years, entrepreneurship has spurred America’s economic
growth.
6. Innovation and competition: Businesses with a strong local enterprise
focus tend to have a stronger sense of creating innovative solutions that
appeal to local customer’s needs. This will keep us competitive and we will
drive innovation for local customers.
Small local businesses provide advantages to the surrounding community that large
corporate retailers cannot offer. We are committed to having a local footprint,
contributing to the local econo my and hiring locally.
2.1 DESCRIBE WHETHER THE COMMERCIAL CANNABIS BUSINESS IS COMMITTED TO
OFFERING EMPLOYEES A LIVING WAGE.
will pay every employee a living wage. Hourly employees will receive $/hour
and salaried employees will receive the eq uivalent in their salaries.
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2.2 BRIEFLY DESCRIBE THE BENEFITS PROVIDED TO EMPLOYEES SUCH AS
HEALTH CARE, VACATION, AND MEDICAL LEAVE, TO THE DEGREE THEY ARE
OFFERED AS PART OF EMPLOYMENT.
The Apiary will strive to provide a competitive benefit package for its employees. Full-
Time employees will qualify for a benefits package including, but not limited paid time
off (Sick/Vacation/Personal), health, vision, dental insurances, medical leave,
maternity/paternity leave, bereavement leave, etc., after completing a probationary
period of 90-days.
The Apiary will follow the State of California laws for part-time employees. Part-time
employees within the State of California are not entitled to receive medical, dental and
vision benefits from their employer under the FMLA or Family and Medical Leave Act.
Part-time employees in California are eligible for sick pay, provided they work for a
minimum of 30 hours in a year.
2.3 DESCRIBE COMPENSATION TO AND OPPORTUNITIES FOR CONTINUING
EDUCATION AND EMPLOYEE TRAINING.
Employees will be trained at the time of employment, bi -annually and an annual basis.
The Apiiary will provide all training materials and tools to further on -the-job know how.
All employees will receive paid training.
2.4 DESCRIBE THE COMMERCIAL CANNABIS BUSINESS PLAN TO RECRUIT
INDIVIDUALS WHO MEET THE CRITERIA LISTED IN THE SOCIAL POLICY
SECTION 9-3316(B)(1) OF THE FRESNO MUNICIPAL CODE AND THE
PERCENTAGE OF LOCAL EMPLOYEES IT HIRES.
The success of The Apiary in Fresno will be driven by the adoption of the business by
the local residents in our community. We are developing our business as a local
enterprise to accelerate the adoption of the business in our community and also ensure
a more sustainable business in the long term. We are committed to having a local
footprint, contributing to the local economy and hiring locally. We want to strengthen our
ties to the community by hiring at least one-third of our staff that meets one of the
following:
● Annual family income below 80% AMI
● Convicted for a cannabis related crime that could have been prosecuted as a
misdemeanor or citation under current State law
● Lived in a low to moderate income census tract in the city for a minimum of three
(3) years
● Veteran
● Former foster home youth who was in foster care as a minor
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● Currently unemployed
● Receiving public assistance
2.5 DESCRIBE THE EXTENT TO WHICH THE COMMERCIAL CANNABIS BUSINESS
WILL BE A LOCALLY MANAGED ENTERPRISE WHOSE OWNERS AND/OR
MANAGERS RESIDE WITHIN OR OWN A COMMERCIAL BUSINESS WITHIN THE
CITY OF FRESNO, FOR AT LEAST ONE YEAR PRIOR TO MARCH 2, 2020.
evin Chandler, CEO and sole owner is the definition of a hometown hero:
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2.6 DESCRIBE THE NUMBER OF EMPLOYEES, TITLE/POSITION AND THEIR
RESPECTIVE RESPONSIBILITIES.
1 General Manager: oversee high-level business dealings
2 Cultivation / Production Managers: oversee day-to-day operations
6 Trimmers: Assist customers during their in-store buying experience
4 Pruners: Maintain inventory and process in -store and delivery orders
4 Delivery Drivers: Deliver high-quality products, in a safe manner to customers
2 Security Guards: Secures and patrols premises
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2.7 DESCRIBE WHETHER THE CCB HAS FIVE (5) OR MORE EMPLOYEES AND
WHETHER IT HAS SIGNED A LABOR PEACE AGREEMENT ALLOWING
EMPLOYEES TO UNIONIZE WITHOUT INTERFERENCE.
The Apiary will employ more than five employees and a labor peace agreement will be
provided once we receive our business permit and have the ability to operate.
2.8 PROVIDE A WORKFORCE PLAN THAT INCLUDES AT A MINIMUM THE
FOLLOWING PROVISIONS:
2.8.1 COMMITMENT FOR 30% OF EMPLOYEES TO BE LOCAL HIRES; THE
BUSINESS MUST SHOW THAT IT HAS EITHER HIRED OR MADE A GOOD FAITH
EFFORT TO HIRE BONA FIDE RESIDENTS OF FRESNO TO HAVE NOT
ESTABLISHED RESIDENCY AFTER THE SUBMISSION OF AN APPLICATION FOR
EMPLOYMENT WITH THE APPLICANT/PERMITTEE.
As members of the Fresno community, we believe it’s important to hire locals first.
Below is the list of contractors and professionals who we will work with to complete our
build out. All work will be conducted in full compliance with the Fresno Municipal Code
and any state or BCC directives and/or policy.
To begin this project, we have already employed the following local businesses:
● HVAC: Caledonian Mechanical
● Civil Engineering: Precision Engineering
● Architectural Engineering: F.B. Funch & Company, Inc.
● Plumbing: System Plumbing
● Electrical: K & D Electric Inc.
● Framing: Cal State Framing
● Iron: Central Valley Iron Inc
● Security:
● Alarm Systems: Matson Alarm Inc
● Fire Sprinklers: Wilson Fire
Our management approach allows us to stay agile and nimble, while ensuring front-line
staff have the authority and direction to work efficiently while adhering to a rigid set of
policies and practices that standardize our quality offer and service to our customers.
With decades of cannabis and business management experience, our team is uniquely
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positioned to leverage this experience with our deep understanding of cannabis industry
law, compliance and management systems, to create a management model that brings
structured retail discipline to the industry. We know we have the exp erience and model
that will ensure that no other cannabis company is a better fit for the City of Fresno than
us.
We believe that our company success lies in our employees. In addition to Charles
Grove, we have also hired the following individuals:
Shane Evans, Warehouse Manager - Shane is a local small business owner with
experience running cultivation maintenance crews for the second largest licensed
cultivation facility in California. He is excited to have his chance at being a part of one of
the most sophisticated cultivation projects in the state.
2.8.2. COMMITMENT TO OFFER APPRENTICESHIPS AND/OR COMPENSATION
FOR CONTINUING EDUCATION IN THE FIELD; AND
Local businesses are typically more cognizant of the impact they have on their
neighbors and surrounding businesses. More importantly, they can also inspire and
impact change, development, and a stronger sense of financial independence with
customers and the broader community. Strong local business leaders spur
entrepreneurship. For the last 200 years, entrepreneurship has spurred America’s
economic growth. The Apiary is determined to hire from within Fresno - people who are
integrated into the community - to ensure we have a solid understanding of our local
needs. We will provide further education within the cannabis industry and new job
opportunities to those looking to learn more about cannabis in Fresno.
2.8.3 COMMITMENT TO PAY A LIVING WAGE TO ITS EMPLOYEES.
The Apiary will pay every employee a living wage. Hourly employees will receive
$ /hour and salaried employees will receive the equivalent in their salaries.
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While local businesses create more local jobs, there are a multitude of other benefits
that The Apiary recognizes from a local enterprise plan, including:
1. Stronger community identity: Small businesses contribute to the identity of
the local community. They preserve the local character of the community
and enhance the bonds that businesses create with their customers.
2. Community involvement: Local businesses are typically more cognizant of
the impact they have on their neighbors and surrounding businesses.
More importantly, they can also inspire and impact change, development,
and a stronger sense of financial independence with customers and the
broader community. The Apiary is determined to hire from within Fresno -
people who are integrated into the community - to ensure we have a solid
understanding of our local needs.
3. Community health - When was the last time you walked into a large chain
store and you were greeted by name? Local enterprise businesses build a
sense of community identity. We are committed to creating a strong sense
of community and business health, regularly consulting and engaging with
local business neighbors.
4. Local economic impact: When local employees live and shop in their
communities, money stays and circulates locally.
5. Entrepreneurship: Strong local business leaders spur entrepreneurship.
For the last 200 years, entrepreneurship has spurred America’s economic
growth.
6. Innovation and competition: Businesses with a strong local enterprise
focus tend to have a stronger sense of creating innovative solutions that
appeal to local customer’s needs. This will keep us competitive and we will
drive innovation for local customers.
Small local businesses provide advantages to the surrounding community that large
corporate retailers cannot offer. We are committed to having a local footprint,
contributing to the local economy and hiring locally.
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SAFETY PLAN
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It is our policy that the safety of our employees and the public is our foremost business
consideration. The prevention of accidents and injuries takes precedence over
experience. In the conduct of the company’s business, every attempt will be made to
prevent accidents from occuring. The Apiary requires that our employees, as a condition
of employment, comply with all applicable safety policies and procedures.
The designated Safety Coordinator is the primary contact for safety regulated matters.
All employees will receive an orientation of the safety policy and rules upon initial
employment and are required to bring to the attention of their manager or the Safety
Coordinator any unsafe or non-compliant conditions or practices. Managers must
communicate these concerns to the Safety Coordinator, who will respond to reports
within 24 hours. Safety training will be provided as often as necessary and annually at a
minimum.
Senior management will be actively involved with employees in establishing and
maintaining an effective safety program. The CEO, Safety Coordinator and other
members of the management team will participate with all retailer employees in an
ongoing safety program.
The CEO in coordination with managers must:
● Provide a safe workplace.
● Facilitate monthly safety meetings.
● Provide a safety and health education and training.
● Annually review and update workplace safety rules.
All employees must:
● Report all unsafe conditions.
● Immediately report all work-related injuries.
● Wear the required personal protective equipment.
● Abide by the company’s safety rules at all times.
4.1 THE SAFETY PLAN SHALL BE PREPARED AND/OR ASSESSED BY A
PROFESSIONAL FIRE PREVENTION AND SUPPRESSION CONSULTANT.
Matthew Patnaude
Senior Fire Systems Engineer
Nicet #146793
Fire Alarm Systems, Level III
Matson Alarm
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581 W Fallbrook
Fresno Ca 93711
P 559.438.8000
P 800.697.9800
www.matsonalarm.com
4.2 DESCRIBE ACCIDENT AND INCIDENT REPORTING PROCEDURES.
All employees will receive an orientation to the safety rules upon initial employment and
must bring to the attention of their manag er and/or the Safety Coordinator any unsafe
conditions or practices. Managers will communicate these concerns to the Safety
Coordinator, who will respond within 24 hours.
Names and job titles of those responsible for the control of accumulation of flammabl e
or combustible waste materials, and for maintenance of equipment and systems
installed to prevent or control ignition of fires shall be determined after local hires have
been made in order to ensure immediate response time when prudent.
Accident reporting
All accidents or near misses are to be reported to a manager or the Safety Coordinator
immediately. Falsification of company records, including employment applications, time
records or safety documentation will not be tolerated.
Hazard reporting
Employees must notify a manager or the Safety Coordinator immediately of any unsafe
condition and/or practice.
4.3 DESCRIBE EVACUATION ROUTES.
● All exits will be clearly illuminated by EXIT signage on the roof of the facility -
signs will be clearly visible from both directions.
● A Fire Exit Plan shall be printed and appropriately displayed on the wall of the
facility.
● Egress doors will be installed and required to swing in the direction of egress.
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● All staff will be briefed on Fire Safety procedures and a Fire Safety Exercise shall
be conducted at least twice a year.
4.4 LOCATION OF FIRE EXTINGUISHERS AND OTHER FIRE SUPPRESSION
EQUIPMENT.
General fire code requirements
● An approved key box shall be provided and installed in a location approved by
the Local Jurisdiction having authority.
● The business owner shall obtain all required fire department permits and keep
them on site and available for inspection per the California Fire Code, section
105..
● UL listed and appropriately sized and type of fire extinguishers shall be located
throughout the facility as required by the California Fire Code and local
amendments.
● Inform firefighters that they should wear appropriate protective equipment and
self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) with a full facepiece operated in
positive pressure mode.
Fire protection plan
The Apiary has prepared this fire protection plan for review by the City and the Chief
Fire Marshall and/or Inspector. Fire sprinklers shall be located throughout the building.
The primary purpose of the fire sprinklers is to protect employees, plant and equipment
and the building in the event of a fire.
In accordance with the California Fire Code, this plan covers the following and will be
implemented in close consultation with the Fresno Fire Department:
1. The hazard of fire and explosion arising from storage, handling or use of
structures, materials or devices.
2. Conditions hazardous to life, property or public welfare in the occupancy of
structures or premises.
3. Fire hazards in the structure or on the premises from occupancy or operation.
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4. Matters related to the construction, extension, repair, alteration or removal of fire
suppression or alarm systems.
5. Conditions affecting the safety of firefighters and emergency responders during
emergency operations.
Portable fire extinguishers
Approved portable fire extinguishers will be supplied at the facility to give employees
and management the means to suppress a fire during its initial or incipient stage. The
Apiary will ensure that all portable fire extinguishers are located where they are readily
visible and accessible at all times. Proper maintenance of the installed portable fire
extinguishers is the responsibility of the General Man ager/Supervisor and will be
included in their monthly checklist for the operations of the site. Fire extinguishers shall
be of the proper UL Class A and Class B:C rating and size to be covered per OSHA
guidelines.
Fires, Hazardous Material And Inhalation Threat Management
The entire facility will comply with all local fire code requirements. A fire inspection will
occur at least once per year by the local fire department in conjunction with the Fresno
Fire Department.
Smoke detection, exits and fire separations
The facility will be equipped with automatic smoke detection as required by the
California Fire Code, and shall be monitored at a remote central station. The smoke
detection system shall be monitored twenty-four hours, seven days per week by the
same licensed central station. The smoke detection system shall be monitored twenty -
four hours, seven days per week by the same licensed central station that will be
monitoring the security system.
4.5 DESCRIBE PROCEDURES AND TRAINING FOR ALL FIR E AND MEDICAL
EMERGENCIES.
Employee Response to Fire Situations
Employees’ response to a fire emergency is delineated in the emergency action plan.
Designated and trained employees may attempt to extinguish incipient fires with fire
extinguishers after sounding the alarm to alert other employees.
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Fire Systems: Staff Training
Employees shall be apprised of the fire hazards and the materials and processes they
are exposed to.
Upon the initial assignment, employees should be made aware of those parts of thi s fire
prevention plan which they must know to protect them in the event of an emergency.
This plan is located in the staff room at the facility and shall be made available for
review upon request from the General Manager/Supervisor at the facility.
Respirator Training
Training shall be done by a licensed operator before employees wear their respirators
and annually thereafter as long as they wear respirators. Additional training will also be
done when an employee uses a different type of respirator or w orkplace conditions
affecting respiratory hazards or respirator use have changed.
Training will cover the following:
● Why the respirator is necessary.
● The respirator’s capabilities and limitations.
How improper fit, use or maintenance can make the respirator ineffective.
● How to properly inspect, put, seal check, use, and remove the respirator.
● How to clean, repair and store the respirator or get it done by someone else.
● How to use a respirator in an emergency situation or when it fails.
● Medical symptoms that may limit or prevent respirator use.
Records management
The following records will be kept:
● A copy of the completed respirator program.
● Employee’s latest fit testing results.
● Employee training records.
● Written medical recommendations from a medical provider.
Employee Safety Education
Safety policies detail procedures for ensuring the implementation of best safety
practices at all times and in accordance with OSHA guidelines throughout all facilities
and operations. The systematic guidelines established will be strictly enforced, as the
safety of the employees and the public is our foremost business consideration. All
employees will comply with all applicable safety regulations as listed in the standard
operating procedures as a condition of employment. Safety training will be provided as
often as necessary and annually at a minimum.
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Our goal is to keep our people and our customers safe. Our training will help
employees:
● Recognize safety hazards and correct them.
● Avoid incidents and near-misses to prevent injuries.
● Understand safety best practices and expectations.
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COMPANY POLICIES AND
STANDARD OPERATING
PROCEDURES
We have established founding principles that drive our business model and
inform our best practices.
Company principles:
● Remain compliant
● Stay consistent
● Trust is earned
● Education is key
● Sustainability is critical
● Local first
Site Operating Plan: Policies and procedures for all operations, including facility
restrictions, hours of operation, opening and closing procedures, age restriction and
verification, signage policies, advertising and marketing policies, sales limits, track and
trace, inventory management, data management, records retention, auditing
procedures, annual reviews, rights of access, packaging policy, storage and handling,
testing procedures, complaints and returns, compliance management, permit display
and noise reduction. All of these policies and procedures will govern all operations
contemplated on this site and are described in detail below.
These Standard Operating Procedures are designed to provide step by step instructions
for staff performing routine and complex tasks. Our SOP’s focus on creating efficiency,
quality and uniformity of output, while reducing miscommunication and failure to comply
with industry regulators and company standards.
Standard Operating Procedures:
Facility Restrictions -
Applicable law: Pursuant to the California Code of Cannabis Regulations section
5039 and the Fresno Municipal code, The Apiary officers, management and staff
will adhere to both local and state laws and regulations as it relates to running a
compliant facility in the City of Fresno.
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Objective: To ensure the facility remains in compliance with the city’s rules and
regulations as it relates to building signage, advertising on -site consumption and
permit visibility.
Company principle: Remain compliant.
● On-site consumption of cannabis is prohibited at all times by all individuals
on the property.
● No cannabis or cannabis products or graphics depicting cannabis or
cannabis products will be visible from the exterior of the business
premises, or on any of the vehicles owned or used as part of the business.
● Each entrance will be visibly posted with a clear and legible notice
indicating that smoking, ingesting or otherwise consuming cannabis on the
premises or in the area adjacent to the commercial cannabis business is
prohibited.
● The original copy of the commercial cannabis permit issued by the City will
be posted inside the business premises in a location readily visible.
Hours of Operation -
Applicable law: Pursuant to the California Code of Cannabis Regulations se ction
5403, The Apiary officers, management and staff will adhere to both local and
state laws and regulations as it relates to running a compliant facility in the City of
Fresno.
Objective: To create a successful and fully compliant operation which allow s us
to serve the needs of our customers during the hours of operation.
Company principle: Stay consistent.
● Pursuant to BCC and Fresno requirements, the proposed main hours of
operation for the facility will be between 6am and 10pm
Age Restriction and Verification -
Applicable law: Pursuant to California Code of Cannabis Regulations sections
5031, 5400, 5404 and 5415, The Apiary officers, management and staff will
adhere to both local and state laws and regulations as it relates to age
restrictions at the facility in the City of Fresno.
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Objective: To ensure that no one underage enters the facility and that our
customers meet the age requirements.
Company principle: Remain compliant.
● Employee Age Restriction:We will not employ or retain persons
under 21 years of age.
● Age Verification:
Electronic check?
● Cannabis will not be sold without age verification.
● Dispensary employees will verify the age and identity of the
recipient of the cannabis goods at purchase.
● Cannabis goods will only be received by the customer. The
employee will scan the customer’s valid identification card and
verify that the individual is 21 years of age or older.
Signage -
Applicable Law: Pursuant to the California Code of Regulations section 5040 (b);
Business & Professions Code section 5200 and the Fresno Municipal Code, our
company will adhere to both local and state laws and regulations as it relates to
signage in the City of Fresno.
Objective: To ensure that all visitors visually see the protocols both inside our
dispensary and in the area surrounding the facility.
Company principle: Remain compliant.
We will install facility signage once approved by the City of Fresno, that clearly
establishes it as a dispensary, without being ove rly obtrusive, obstructive or
offensive.
The following signage will be displayed prominently within the business in
measurements of not less than 8X10 inches in a minimum of 24 -point font,
stating:
1. “The sale or diversion of cannabis or cannabis products without a license
issued by the City of Fresno is a violation of State Law and Fresno
Municipal Code.”
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2. “Smoking, ingesting or consuming marijuana on the premises or in the
vicinity of the dispensary is prohibited.”
3. “No one under the age of 21 is allowed on the premises.”
4. “The hours of operation for an authorized dispensary are limited to 6:00
AM - 10:00 pm.”
5. “Secondary sale, barter, or distribution of cannabis or cannabis products
purchased from The Apiary is a crime and can lead to arrest.”
6. “Patrons must immediately leave the premises and not consume cannabis
or cannabis products until at home or in an equivalent private location.
Staff will monitor the location and vicinity to ensure compliance.”
7. This premises is continually monitored by CCTV Cameras.”
8. “Loitering is strictly prohibited.”
This signage is designed to ensure that customers are managed and aware that
ingesting or smoking any cannabis products in the vicinity of the building is not
allowed, thus limiting any impacts on surrounding businesses, and their
concerns.
Advertising and Marketing -
Applicable Law: Pursuant to the California Code of Cannabis Regulations
sections 5040, 5041-5041.1; Business & Professions Code section 5200 and the
City of Fresno Municipal Code, we will adhe re to both local and state laws and
regulations as it relates to signage in the City of Fresno.
Objective: To market The Apiary brand in compliance.
Company principle: Strive for excellence.
● We will direct all advertising efforts towards cannabis customers only. The
company logo and all produced marketing materials will be non -offensive
and designed to be informative.
● The Apiary will strategically advertise and will not use large billboards or
obtrusive signage in company campaigns unless a sign permi t has been
issued to the company and permitted by law.
● Our marketing materials will not be located within 600 feet of a K-12
school, child care center, youth center, park, church and library.
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● In addition, our social media presence will be deliberately ge ared towards
the responsible use of cannabis. As such, pages will include full
disclaimers that products shown are for educational/promotional purposes,
are intended for cannabis customers, and not for sale on the outlet on
which they are shown.
● Advertising and marketing of our brand will not contain any depictions of
an individual under the age of 21, nor will advertising and marketing be
attractive to youth.
● We will update all ethical advertising practices to maintain compliance with
the law and address any further concerns expressed by the public.
Sales Limits -
Applicable law: Pursuant to California Code of Regulations section 5409, our
retail staff will adhere to both local and state laws and regulations as it pertains to
the daily sales limits in the City of Fresno.
Objective: To ensure that our staff is providing customers the correct amount of
cannabis or cannabis goods in compliance with local and state laws and
regulations.
Company principle: Remain compliant.
● The Apiary will not sell any more than 28.5 grams of non-concentrated
cannabis in a single day to a single customer.
● We will not sell more than 8 grams of cannabis concentrate, including
cannabis concentrate contained in cannabis products, in a single day to a
single customer.
● We will not sell any more than 6 immature cannabis plants in a single day
to a single customer.
● We will not sell edible cannabis products containing more than 10
milligrams of THC per serving.
● We will not sell edible cannabis products containing more than 100
milligrams of THC per package.
● We will not sell cannabis products that are in the shape of a human being,
either realistic or character, animal, or fruit.
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● We will not sell cannabis infused beverages or powder, gel or other
concentrate with instruction for the preparation of cannabis infused
beverages.
● We will not provide free cannabis or cannabis products to any person.
Track and Trace -
Applicable law: Pursuant to the California Code of Regulations sections 5048 -
5051; Business and Professions Code sections 26013, 26067, 26070, 26160 and
26161.
Objective: To ensure that any cannabis handled, managed or sold by The Glass
Lobby is tracked and traced at every point of the inventory management process.
Company principle: Remain compliant.
Blaze is our primary point-of-sale or management inventory tracking system to
track and report on all aspects of the commercial cannabis business including but
not limited to, such matters as cannabis tracking, inventory data, gross sales (by
weight and by sale), time and date of each sale, etc.
Track and Trace Procedures
● The Apiary will have in place a point of sale or management inventory
tracking system to track and report on all aspects of the commercial
cannabis business including, but not limited to, such matters as cannabis
tracking, inventory data, gross sales (by weight and by sale), time and
date of each sale, etc.
● All transactions will be entered into the track and trace system by 11:59pm
PT, on the day transactions occurred.
● We will only enter and record complete and accurate inform ation into the
track and trace system, and will correct any known errors entered into the
track and trace system immediately upon discovery.
● The Apiary will record in the track and trace system, all commercial
cannabis activity, including any:
1. Packaging of cannabis goods.
2. Sale of cannabis goods.
3. Transportation of cannabis goods to a licensee.
4. Receipt of cannabis goods.
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5. Return of cannabis goods.
6. Destruction and disposal of cannabis goods.
7. Laboratory testing and results.
8. Any other activity as required by any other licensing
authority.
● The following information will be recorded for each activity entered in the
track and trace system:
1. Name and type of cannabis goods.
2. Unique identifier of the cannabis goods.
3. Amount of the cannabis goods, by weight or count.
4. Date and time of the activity or transaction.
5. Name and license number of other licensees involved in the
activity or transaction.
6. If the cannabis goods are being transported, The Apiary will
transport pursuant to a shipping manifest generated through
the track and trace system as well as:
a) The name, license number and premises address of
the originating licensee.
b) The name, license number, and premises address of
the licensee transporting the cannabis goods.
c) The name, licensee number, and premises address of
the destination licensee receiving the cannabis goods
into inventory or storage.
d) The date and time of departure from the licensed
premises and approximate date and time of departure
from each subsequent licensed premises, if any.
e) Arrival date and estimated time of arrival at each
licensed premises.
f) Driver’s license number of the personnel transporting
the cannabis goods, and the make, model and license
plate number of the vehicle used for transport.
Destruction and disposal of cannabis
● If cannabis goods are being destroyed or disposed of, the licensee will
record in the track and trace system the following additional information:
1. The name of the employee performing the destruction or disposal.
2. The reason for destruction or disposal.
3. The name of the entity being used to collect and process cannabis
waste.
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● Description for any adjustments made in the track and trace system,
including, but not limited to:
1. Spillage or fouling of the cannabis goods.
2. Any event resulting in exposure or compromise of the cannabis
goods.
3. Any other information as required by any other applicable licensing
authority.
Loss of access
● If at any point, The Apiary loses access to the track and trace system for
any reason, we will prepare and maintain comprehensive records detailin g
all commercial cannabis activities that were conducted during the loss of
access.
● The licensee will both document and notify licensing authorities
immediately:
1. When access to the system is lost;
2. When it is restored; and
3. The cause for the loss of access.
● We will submit the Notification and Request Form, BCCLIC -027 when
connectivity is lost.
● Once access is restored, all commercial cannabis activity that occurred
during the loss of access will be entered into the track and trace system
within three business days of access being restored.
● The Apiary will not transport, transfer or deliver any cannabis goods until
such time as access is restored and all information recorded in the track
and trace system.
System reconciliation
The Apiary will reconcile the physical inventory of cannabis goods at the
licensed premises with the records in the track and trace database at least once
every 14 days. If we find a discrepancy between its physical inventory and the
track and trace system database, the licensee will conduct an audit.
Cannabis Inventory Control -
Applicable law: Pursuant to the California Code of Regulations sections 5423 -
5324, our management and staff will adhere to both local and state laws and
regulations as it relates to inventory control in the City of Fresno.
Objective: To ensure that any cannabis handled, managed or sold by The Glass
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Lobby is managed and accounted for in the most efficient and effective manner
possible.
Company principle: Stay consistent.
Data Management -
Applicable law: Pursuant to the California Code of Regulations sections 5048 and
5051 in association with our own internal company policy. The Apiary
management and staff will adhere to both local and state laws and regulations as
it relates to data management in the City of Fresno.
Objective: To ensure that privacy records, financial records, cost tracking, and
analysis, inventory levels and compliance data are safely and securely stored
within the cloud software.
Company principle: Remain compliant.
Data management
Data will be stored by The Apiary using industry specific cloud storage software.
Our first priority is to ensure that such a system provides secure electronic
access to health data that is compliant with privacy rules and HIPAA Complianc e
(Health Insurance of Portability and Accountability Act). HIPAA Compliance
ensures that data could never be released without either the patient’s written
consent or by court subpoena. Data is stored at an off-site HIPAA-Compliant
Data Storage Center and is SSL encrypted.
Specifically, we will also ensure that any data storage and web -hosting services
have:
1. A signed Business Associate Agreement (BAA).
2. Monthly vulnerability ability scans of servers.
3. Mitigation of the vulnerabilities discovered by the monthly
vulnerability scans.
4. Server hardening.
5. Off-site backups.
6. Log retention of 6 years.
A licensed CFO is retained and employed by The Apiary to ensure that
appropriate financial systems, policies, procedures and accounts are maintained
accurately by the Company. GAAP Accounting Procedures shall be used. An
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independent and certified 3rd party auditor shall also be appointed for annual
accounting compliance and audit checks.
Data reconciliation
The key is to gather information at specific points in the process and then
reconcile that information such that the continuous flow and custody of the
cannabis product can be monitored and measured. Such information is used at
two levels.
● First, for regulatory reporting purposes.
● Second, as a management tool for making important decisions about the
overall efficiency of the operation.
To that end, information such as cost tracking and analysis, inventory levels and
compliance data is entered into the Data Management System and recorded.
Any differences between expected and actual values or counts are immediately
highlighted and addressed. Further, using various software privileges, individual
employees are held accountable for their tasks and any issues that may arise in
fulfilling those tasks. Each employee is given a specific password, such that
his/her work input can be monitored and corrected, if necessary.
The software systems have a redundancy of backup. Data is stored in secured
hardware off-site cloud storage servers, using the latest in encryption technology.
All data collected is time and date specific, identified by the employee inputting
the data and stored for at least the time required by the State rules. Further,
backup data is taken at regular intervals and stored off-site in secondary secure
locations using portable hard drives. The result is a highly secure, data
processing system with redundancy of operations and storage built in.
Records Retention
The Apiary will keep and maintain the following records related to commercial
cannabis activity for at least seven years:
● Financial records including but not limited to, bank statements, sales
invoices, receipts, tax records, and all records required by the California
Department of Tax and Fee Administration.
● Personnel records including each employee’s full name, social security
number or individual taxpayer identification number, date employment
begins, and date of termination of employment if applicable.
● Training records including but not limited to the content of the training
provided, and the names of the employees that received the training.
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● Contracts with other licensees regarding commercial cannabis activity,
including the source(s) of all products.
● Permits, licenses, and other local authorizations to conduct the
licensee’s commercial cannabis activity.
● Security records except for surveillance.
● Cannabis records relating to the composting or destruction of cannabis
goods.
● Documentation for data or information entered into the track and trace
system.
● Other documents prepared or executed by an owner or his employees or
assignees in connection with the licensed commercial cannabis business.
● Accurate books and records in an electronic format, detailing all of the
revenues and expenses of the business, and all of its assets and liabilities.
● Employee register containing the names and the contact information
(including the name, address, and telephone number) of anyone owning
or holding an interest in The Apiary, and separately of all the officers,
managers, employees, and agents currently employed or otherwise
engaged in the business.
● Accurate record of sale for every sale made to a customer. A record of a
cannabis goods sale will contain the following information:
a) The first name and employee number of the retailer employee who
processed the sale;
b) The first name of the customer and a retailer assigned customer
number for the person who made the purchase;
c) The date and time of the transaction;
d) A list of all the cannabis goods purchased, including the quantity
purchased; and
e) A total amount paid for the sale including the individual prices paid
for each cannabis good purchased and any amount paid for taxes.
Employee Records
The Apiary will keep the following records of each of its employees on file at the
premises of the business:
● Name, address and phone number of the employee.
● Age and verification of the employee. A copy of a birth certificate, driver’s
license, government issued identification card, passport or other proof that
the employee is at least 21 years of age must be on file with the business.
● A list of any crimes enumerated in California Business and Professions
Code Section 6057(b)(4) for which the employee has been convicted.
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● Name, address, and contact person for all previous employers of the
employee for the last ten years, including but not limited to, all employers
from which the employee was fired, resigned, or asked to leave and the
reasons for such dismissal or firing.
● The fingerprints and a recent photograph of the employee.
● Verification that the employee is a qualified customer or primary caregiver,
if applicable.
Financial Records
An appropriate financial software (example: Quickbooks) shall be installed and
managed for use by The Apiary with all revenues, expenses, assets and liabilities
accounted for. Annual records (or as requested) shall be made available to the
City detailing all sales revenue on a per month basis. Taxes shall be estimated at
agreed City rates and paid on time to all local and state tax authorities.
Records Management
Records will be kept in a manner that allows the records to be produced for
licensing authorities at the licensed premises in either hard copy or electronic
form.
Records shall be maintained off-site, in electronic form on a secure SLL -
encrypted server and secured and verified by the Head of Compliance for The
Apiary as needed (consistent with requirements pertaining to patient
confidentiality pursuant to applicable state and federal law).
All records required to be maintained by the business will be maintained for no
less than three years and are subject to immediate inspection by approved City
officials.
Auditing Procedures -
Applicable law: Pursuant to the California Code of Regulations section 5800 (c -e)
and our internal company policies, our officers, management and staff will adhere
to both local and state laws and regulations as it relates to auditing procedures in
the City of Fresno.
Objective: To ensure accuracy of The Apiary’s systems and processes at the
licensed facilities in the City of Fresno.
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Company principle: Remain compliant
Annual Reviews -
Applicable law: This is an internal company policy
Objective: To provide transparency to the City of Fresno as it relates to The
Apiary’s internal processes, records, community engagement, security
measures, labor and employment and site management at the facility.
Company principle: Strive for excellence.
Annual Review
We will submit an annual performance review report for review by the City of
Fresno City Manager’s OFfice. The report will cover all financials, labor and
employment, community engagement, localization initiatives, security measures
and initiatives, odor control initiatives, environmental initiatives and site
management procedures implemented and executed by The Apiary.
Right of Access -
Applicable law: Pursuant to the California Code of Regulations section 5800 (c -e)
and The Apiary internal policies, our officers, management and staff will adhere
to both local and state laws and regulations as it relates to the right of access in
the City of Fresno.
Objective: To provide transparency to the City of Fresno as it related to The
Apiary granting full access to the premises and records at the facility.
Company principle: Remain compliant.
Right of access
We understand that the company is required to allow City officials, employees,
and their designees full access to the premises and records as per the Fresno
Municipal Code.
Packaging Policy -
Applicable law: Pursuant to the California Code of Regulations sections 5303 and
5412-5413, The Apiary management and staff will adhere to both local and state
laws and regulations as it relates to packaging in the City of Fresno.
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Objective: To ensure the packaging is compliant throughout the entire life -cycle
of the cannabis and/or cannabis product.
Company principle: Remain compliant.
Packaging regulations
All packaging will meet the requirements of California Business and Professions
Code section 19347 and as a best practice, The Apiary Will also meet the
packaging requirements as outlined by the followi ng standards:
● Poison Prevention Packaging Act, Title 16, Part 1700;
● Code of Federal Regulations, Title 40, part 157.2; and
● American Society for Testing and Materials (ATSM) D3475-15.
Packaging practice: distribution operations
● The Apiary will not package, re-package, label or re-label manufactured
cannabis products. If this is required, the products will be sent to the
originating entity that holds a manufacturing license.
● If it is determined that during laboratory testing that a manufactured
product is labeled with the incorrect amount of THC per package or
serving but is within the THC limits for sale, The Apiary understands that it
may re-label the package with the accurate THC amount.
● The Apiary also understands that it may re -label packages with the
accurate amount of cannabinoids and terpenoids if laboratory testing
determines that the manufactured product is labeled within incorrect
amounts.
Packaging practice: manufacturing operations
A package used to contain a cannabis product will adhe re to the following
requirements:
● The package will protect the product from contamination and will not
expose the product to any toxic or harmful substance.
● The package will be tamper-evident, which means that the product will be
packaged in packaging that is sealed so that the contents cannot be
opened without obvious destruction of the seal.
● The package will be child-resistant. A package that is deemed child-
resistant if it satisfies the standard for “special packaging” as set forth in
the Poison Prevention Packaging Act of 1970 Regulations (16 C.F.R.
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section 1700.1(b)(4) ) (Rev. December 1983), which is hereby
incorporated by reference.
● The package will not imitate any package used for products typically
marketed to children.
● If the product is an edible product, the package will be opaque.
● If the package contains more than one serving of cannabis product, the
package will be re-sealable so that child-resistance is maintained
throughout the life of the package.
Label content for cannabis and cannabis-derived products
● Each packaged and labeled product must bear on the label of its primary
packaging in a type size no less than 6 point:
○ The identity of the product in a text size reasonably related to the
most prominent printed matter on the panel;
○ The universal symbol as described in Section 40412;
○ The net weight or volume of the contents of the package;
○ The THC content and CBD content for the package in its entirety,
expressed in milligrams per package;
○ Name and place of business of the manufacturer or distri butor.
● In addition to the above requirements, for edible products, each product
label must contain a “product facts” box listing quantitative content and
nutrient information relevant to the product, including, as applicable to the
product’s content:
○ The words “cannabis-infused” immediately above the identity of the
product in bold type and a text size larger than the text size used
for the identity of the product.
○ The THC content and CBD content per serving, expressed in
milligrams per serving.
Information panel labeling
The label for a cannabis product will include an informational panel that includes
the following:
● The licensed manufacturer and its contact number or website address;
● The date of the cannabis product’s manufacture and packaging;
● The following statements in bold print: “GOVERNMENT WARNING: THIS
PRODUCT CONTAINS CANNABIS, A SCHEDULE 1 CONTROLLED
SUBSTANCE. KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN AND ANIMALS.
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CANNABIS PRODUCTS MAY ONLY BE POSSESSED OR CONSUMED
BY PERSONS 21 YEARS OF AGE OR OLDER UNLESS THE PERSON
IS A QUALIFIED PATIENT. THE INTOXICATING EFFECTS OF
CANNABIS PRODUCTS MAY BE DELAYED UP TO TWO HOURS.
CANNABIS USE WHILE PREGNANT OR BREASTFEEDING MAY BE
HARMFUL. CONSUMPTION OF CANNABIS PRODUCTS IMPAIRS
YOUR ABILITY TO DRIVE AND OPERATE MACHINERY. PLEASE USE
EXTREME CAUTION.”
● If the cannabis product is intended for sale in the medicinal-use market,
the statement “FOR MEDICAL USE ONLY;”
● A list of all product ingredients in descending order of predominance by
weight or volume;
● If the edible cannabis product contains an ingredient, flavoring, coloring or
an incidental additive that bears or contains a major food allergen, the
word “contains” followed by a list of the applicable major food allergens.
● If an edible cannabis product, the names of any artificial food colorings
contained in the product;
● If an edible cannabis product; the amount, in grams, of sodium, sugar,
carbohydrates, and total fat per serving;
● Instructions for use, such as the method of consumption or application,
and any preparation necessary prior to use;
● The product expiration date, “use by” date or “best by” date, if any; and
● The UID and, if used, the batch number.
Child resistant packaging
● The Apiary will draw its definition for child -resistant packaging from the
PPPA. The Act defines child-resistant packaging as “designed or
constructed to be significantly difficult for children under five years of age
to open and not difficult for normal adults to use properly.”
● Prior to delivery by or sale at The Apiary, BudTenders and Dispatch staff
will package cannabis products in tamper-proof, child resistant packaging,
then label the packages. Labels will include a unique identifier, which will
originate from manufacturers and cultivators for the purpose of identifying
and tracking medical and adult-use cannabis.
● Child resistant packages will not be attractive to children, nor will any
package be sold that is not child -resistant, unless otherwise exempted by
regulation. The Apiary will only use generic food names on labels to
describe edible medical cannabis products.
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Storage and Handling Policy -
Applicable Law: Pursuant to the California Code of Regulations sections 5033,
5044(c)(2), and 5301, The Apiary management and staff will adhere to both local
and state laws and regulations as it relates to storage and handling in the City of
Fresno.
Objective: To ensure cannabis and cannabis products are safe and secured in
order to protect against deterioration , contamination and product diversion.
Company principle: Remain compliant.
Testing Procedures -
Applicable Law: Pursuant to the California Code of Regulations sections 5302,
5304-5307, The Apiary management and staff will adhere to both local and state
laws and regulations as it relates to testing procedures in the City of Fresno.
Objective: To establish a trusted testing procedure that will allow The Apiary to
remain compliant with state law, in addition to working with other licensed
commercial cannabis businesses and ensuring they are also in compliance with
the testing procedures established by the City of Fresno.
Company principle: Trust is earned.
Complaints, Returns and Recall Policy -
Applicable Law: Pursuant to the California Code of Regulations section 5410,
The Apiary management and staff will adhere to both local and state laws and
regulations as it relates to complaints, returns and recalls at the facilities in the
City of Fresno.
Objective: To provide a high level of customer service to customers who may
want to complain or return cannabis/cannabis products purchased at our facility.
In the event of a recall, The Apiary management and staff will be able to execute
the process seamlessly by adhering to this policy.
Company principle: Trust is earned.
Customer satisfaction
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The Apiary has a complaints, returns and recall policy that is fair, just, and flexible
(when needed) to deal with customer issues immediately. The policy has been designed
to put customers first and adapt to the numerous circumstances where required to
ensure that our patients and customers are managed fairly and justly.
The policy is rigid where it needs to be, particularly in relation to Product Recalls where
there is minimal, or no, flexibility for front-line retail sales staff.
Complaints
● The Apiary appoints the General Manager as the qualified person that will
receive all customer complaints. The General Manager must notify The Apiary’s
Head of Compliance within 12 -hours of any complaint by completing a
“Compliant Notice” form which records the time, date, name, location and
situation, regarding where the complaint was received (phone, in store, online,
etc.)
● Once a complaint is received, our Head of Compliance will determine the
following:
○ Receive and review product complaints to determine whether the product
complaint involves a possible failure of a product to meet any of its
specifications and other requirements that, if not met, may result in a risk
of illness or injury; and
○ Investigate any product complaint that involves a possible failure of a
product to meet any of its specifications, or any other requirements of this
part, including but not limited to those specifications and other
requirements that, if not met, may result in a risk of injury or illness.
● The Head of Compliance is responsible for sending an initial “Complaint
Received” note to the person that made the complaint within 24 hours.
● The Head of Compliance will review and approve decisions about whether to
investigate a product complaint and review and approve the findings and follow -
up action of any investigation performed. This will be managed weekly in
coordination with the General Manager for the facility where the complaint was
received.
● The review and investigation of the product complaint, and the review by the
Head of Compliance about whether to investigate a product complaint, and the
findings that follow-up action of any investigation performed, must extend to all
related batches and relevant records. Related batches may include, but are not
limited to, batches of the same product, other batches processed on the same
equipment or during the same time period, or other batches produced using the
same batches or lots of components or packaging components.
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● A written record of the complaint, and where applicable, its investigation must be
kept, including:
○ Identity of the product;
○ Batch, lot or other control number of the product;
○ Date the complaint was received and the name, address or telephone
number of the complainant, if available;
○ Nature of the complaint including, if known, how the product was used;
○ Names of personnel who do the following:
i. Review and approve the decision about where to investigate a
product complaint;
ii. Investigate the complaint, and
iii. Review and approve the findings and follow -up action of any
investigation performed.
○ Findings of the investigation and follow-up action taken when an
investigation is performed; and a Response to the complainant, if
applicable, which should be sent no later than 72-hours after the complaint
was received.
● The procedure for a product complaint that includes a report of an adverse event
(an adverse event is a health related event associated with use of a product that
is undesirable, and that is unexpected or unusual), includes the following:
○ Reporting to any public health authority;
○ Reporting to the physician of record for the individual reported to have
experienced the adverse event, if known; and
○ Product recall.
Returned products
● Manufacturing, packaging, and/or labeling operations must establish written
procedures describing the receipt, handling, and disposition of returned cannabis
or cannabis derived products.
● Returned products must be identified as such and be quarantined upon receipt.
● Returned products must be reviewed and approved or rejected by quality control
personnel.
● If the conditions under which returned products has been held, stored, or shipped
before or during its return, or if the condition of the product, its containers or
labeling, as a result of shipping or storage, casts doubt on the identity, purity,
strength, composition, or freedom from contamination or adulteration of the
product, the returned product will be rejected unless examination, testing, or
other investigations prove the product meets appropriate standards of identity,
purity, strength, and composition and its freedom from contamination or
adulteration.
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● If the reason a product is returned implicates associate batches, an appropriate
investigation must be conducted and must extend to all related batches and
relevant records. Related batches may include, but are not limited to, batches of
the same product, other batches processed on the same equipment or during the
same time period, or other batches produced using the same components of
packaging components. *Rejected returned products returned to the
manufacturing, packaging, labeling and holding operation must be destroyed as
per regulation.
● A written record must be kept of the return, and where applicable its
investigation, including:
○ Identity of the product;
○ Batch, lot or other control number of the product;
○ Date the returned product was received;
○ Name and address from which it was returned, and the means by which it
was returned;
○ Reason for the return;
○ Results of any tests or examinations conducted on the returned product,
or on related batches, if any;
○ Findings of the investigation and follow-up action taken when an
investigation is performed;
○ Any reprocessing performed on the returned product;
○ The ultimate disposition of the returned product, and the date of
disposition; and
○ Names of the quality control personnel who do the following:
i. Review the reason for the product return;
ii. Review and approve any reprocessing, as applicable; and
iii. Review and approve the findings and follow -up action of any
investigation performed.
Recall procedures
● The Apiary will establish and implement written procedures for recalling cannabis
products manufactured at the facility that are determined to be misbranded or
adulterated. These procedures will include:
○ Factors which necessitate a recall;
○ Personnel responsible for implementing the recall procedures; and
○ Notification protocols, including:
i. A mechanism to notify all customers that have, or could have,
obtained the product, including communication and outreach via
media, as necessary and appropriate;
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ii. A mechanism to notify any licensees that supplied or received the
recalled product; and
iii. Instructions to the general public and/or other licensees for the
return and/or destruction of recalled product.
● Procedures for the collection and destruction of any recalled product. Such
procedures will be the following requirements:
○ Date the returned product was received;
○ Name and address from which it was returned, and the means by which it
was returned;
○ Reason for the return;
○ Results of any tests or examinations conducted on the returned product,
or on related batches, if any;
○ Findings of the investigation and follow-up action taken when an
investigation is performed;
○ Any reprocessing performed on the returned product;
○ The ultimate disposition of the returned product, and the date of
disposition; and
○ Names of the quality control personnel who do the following:
i. Review the reason for the product return
ii. Review and approve any reprocessing, as applicable, and
iii. Review and approve the findings and follow -up action of any
investigation performed.
Recall procedures
● The Apiary will establish and implement written procedures for recalling cannabis
products manufactured at the facility that are determined to be misbranded or
adulterated. These procedures will include:
○ Factors which necessitate a recall;
○ Personnel responsible for implementing the recall procedures; and
○ Notification protocols, including:
i. A mechanism to notify all customers that have, or could have,
obtained the product, including communication and outreach via
media, as necessary and appropriate;
ii. A mechanism to notify any licensees that supplied or received the
recalled product; and
iii. Instructions to the general public and/or other licensees for the
return and/or destruction of recalled product.
● Procedures for the collection and destruction of any recalled product. Such
procedures will meet the following requirements:
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○ All recalled products that are intended to be destroyed will be quarantined
for a minimum period of 72 hours. The licensee will affix to the recalled
products any bills of lading, shipping manifests, or other similar documents
with product information and weight. The product held in quarantine will be
subject to auditing by the City.
○ Following the quarantine period, the licensee will render the called
cannabis product unusable and unrecognizable and will do so on video
surveillance. A recalled cannabis product that has been rendered
unusable and unrecognizable is considered cannabis waste and shall be
disposed of.
○ The Apiary shall dispose of chemical, dangerous, or ha zardous waste in a
manner consistent with federal, state, and local laws. This requirement
shall include but is not limited to recalled products containing or consisting
of pesticide or other agricultural chemicals, solvents or other chemicals
used in the production of manufactured cannabis batches, and cannabis
soaked in a flammable solvent for the purpose of producing manufactured
cannabis batches.
○ The Apiary shall not dispose of recalled cannabis product in an unsecured
area or waste receptacle that is not in the possession and/or control ofThe
Apiary.
In addition to the tracking requirements, we shall use the trace-and-trace database and
on-site documentation to ensure that recalled cannabis products intended for
destruction are identified, weighed and tracked while on the licensed premises and
when disposed of. For recalled cannabis products, The Apiary shall enter the following
details into the track and trace database; the weight of the product, reason for
destruction, and the date the quarantine period will begin. Lastly, we shall notify the
licensing entity of any recall immediately and no later than 24 hours of initiating the
recall.
Compliance Management -
Applicable Law: This is an internal policy
Objective: to ensure all requirements for our operation in the City of Fresno are
implemented properly and are in alignment with the City’s requirements.
Company principle: Trust is earned
Managing compliance with local and state laws
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The General Manager is the head of the business and all commi tments
thereunder including ensuring that all commitments to the City and State are
being met. The Apiary will ensure that all obligations, taxes, fees and other
operational procedures are in place.
Specifically, the General Manager will also ensure the following compliance
measures take place:
● Providing all necessary information and reports to local and state
regulatory agencies;
● Monitoring reports from the inventory control system;
● Tracking any discrepancies between known or expected values, counts,
weights or other information back to the source error;
● Providing input and implementing changes to protocols to correct errors,
and/or other deficiencies in the facility operations;
● Monitoring shipping manifests, inventory levels, inventory weight amounts,
and other seed to sale tracking information;
● Interfacing with security;
● Engaging local counsel when necessary; and
● Any other responsibilities required by management.
Permit Display Policy -
Applicable Law: Pursuant to the California Code of Regulations section 5039 and
the City of Fresno Municipal Code, The Apiary management will comply with both
local and state regulations pertaining to the display of permits and department
licenses.
Objective: To ensure that all local state permits and licenses are properly
displayed at the facility, in a manner requested by all licensing authorities.
Company principle: Remain compliant.
Permit Display
The original copy of any Cannabis Business Permit issued by the City pursuant
to the City of Fresno Cannabis Ordinance, will be posted adjacent to the lobby
entrance located at the facility.
The Apiary understands that permits will be required to renew every 12 months
with both the City of Fresno and the State of California.
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Filings will be placed at least 60 days before the existing permit expires.
All applicable planning, zoning, building, and other applicable permits from the
relevant authorities which may be applicable to the zoning district in which such
commercial cannabis business intends to establish and to operate will be
obtained by The Apiary prior to any operations commencing.
Noise Reduction Policy
Applicable Law: Pursuant to California Business and Professions Code section
5808(c)(2) and The Apiary INTERNAL POLICIES.
Objective: To create a peaceful and enjoyable environment around the The
Apiary facility. Our management and staff will be good stewards of and neighbors
in the Fresno Community.
Company principle: Trust is earned.
Noise reduction policy
The Apiary has made plans to address concerns about noise emanating
from its facility. We will favor equipment that makes minimal noise in its facility
and will utilize other sound-dampening technologies.
Many of the security features we will use in our facilities (such as rein forced
doors, windows and walls) have the added bonus of being sound -dampening as
well.
The Apiary designed our facility so that any loud equipment in continuous use
(such as the air filtration system) is located inside the building, on the roof, or
properly sound-proofed in order to minimize any disturbance it may cause
neighbors.
We will update all noise reduction practices to maintain compliance with the law
and address any further concerns expressed by the public.
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Hazardous Materials
Identification of Fire Hazards
The following is a list of potential fire hazards and their associated work areas:
Work Area Fire Hazards
Packaging Workstation Paper, Plastic, Electrical
Work Rooms Paper, Electrical
Store Room Paper, Plastic, Flammable and
Combustible Liquids
Break Room Paper, Plastic, Electrical Appliances
Housekeeping Practices
The following are the fire prevention practices associated with fire hazards identified
above:
Type of fire hazard Fire prevention practices
● Paper ● Waste paper cans emptied daily
● Electrical ● Quarterly inspections of outlets,
multi strips, cubicles and work
areas
● Flammable liquids ● Store liquids in approved flammable
storage cabinet
● Electrical appliances ● Quarterly inspections of appliances;
employees trained to inspect
appliances prior to use.
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Safe Code of Work Practices
● Flammables, including data sheets, books, rags, clothing, flammable liquids or
trash shall not be placed or stored near heaters or their vents, any electrical
appliance, or other potential sources of ignition.
● Sources of actual or potential heat such as h ot plates or electric coffee pots shall
not be placed near flammable materials. Portable space heaters and candles are
prohibited.
● Care must be taken not to block potential escape routes, particularly with
flammable materials.
● Each individual is personally responsible for assuring that extension cords and
multiple plugs are in good condition. Cords that are missing the grounding prong,
are spliced together, or that are missing their protective sheath shall not be used.
Fire control measures
The following is a list of fire control measures installed or available in work areas:
Work Area Fire Control Measures
Building Installed and Monitored Sprinkler System
Installed and Monitored Fire Alarm
System
Fire Extinguishers 4 units in the facility
Staff trained on proper use
Maintenance and inspection program
Fire Control Measures Inspection Frequency
Sprinkler System Bi-Monthly
Fire Alarm System Annual
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Fire Extinguishers Monthly & Annually
Inhalation issues and threat management
The Apiary will have on-site respirators that may be used to protect employees from
inhaling hazardous chemicals in the air in the event of any situation involving such an
issue. In providing respirators for manufacturing employees, we will also implement a
written respiratory protection program. This program will explain how respirators will be
used at the facility which includes the following:
● When and how respirators will be used in routine work activities, infrequent
activities, and foreseeable emergencies such as spill response, rescue or escape
situations.
● How respirators in use are cleaned, stored, inspected and repaired or discarded.
● How employees are trained about respiratory hazards.
● How employees are trained on proper use of the respirators.
In order to provide proper protection, respirators must be the right type, must be worn
correctly at all times and must be maintained properly. This is a primary reason why
they are considered as a last resort to protect our employees from airborne chemical
hazards. As such, we will take action to eliminate or reduce the respiratory hazard
through various ways like exhaust, ventilation, changes in process, or enclosure of the
process. When possible the use of a hazardous chemical itself can be eliminated.
Respirators are typically used in three different situations:
● Routine or regular exposure to processes or activities involving chemicals
● Infrequent, but predictable occasions where there is chemical exposure
● Emergencies where there is a chemical leak or spill.
The written respiratory program will address all of these situations if they occur or could
occur at the facility. The Director of Operations is in charge of receiving the necessary
training as a respirator program administrator from the OSHA Traini ng Institute. The
administrator will also evaluate the program regularly to make sure procedures are
followed, respirator use is monitored and respirators continue to provide adequate
protection when job conditions change.
Lighting
The front and rear of the facility will be equipped with security lighting as approved by
the City. The entrance and rear of the building lighting shall be continuously illuminated.
Each light shall provide at least 0.1 foot candle intensity. Additionally, the minimal
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lighting level of one foot-candle shall be provided at building entrances and parking lot
areas. All lighting shall be fully shielded, downward casting and not spilling over onto
structures, other properties or the night sky. Exterior lighting on the premises shall be
balanced to complement the security/surveillance system to ensure all areas of the
premises are visible, and shall provide increased lighting at all entrances to the
premises. The lighting shall be turned on from dusk to dawn.
Electrical: Wiring and Main Room
In accordance with section 605 of the IFC:
● Doors into electrical control panels rooms will be marked with a sign stating
ELECTRICAL ROOM. This means for turning off electrical power to each
electrical service and each individual electrical circuit must be clearly and legibly
marked.
● Electrical panels and electrical disconnect switches will be accessible at all times.
A clearance of 30 inches wide (wider for panels and equipment that exceeds 30
inches in width), 36 inches deep, and 78 inches high is required to be maintained
and free from storage.
● Electrical systems will be maintained and in good repair without exposed wiring,
open junction boxes, or damaged equipment that could present an electrical
shock or fire hazard.
● Power strips with built-in overcurrent protection (“circuit breakers”) are allowed,
provided they are plugged directly into a permanent electrical receptacle. Power
strips may not be plugged into additional power strips. A power strip’s cord may
not run through walls, above ceilings, or under doors or floor coverings. If power
strips show evidence of physical damage, they must be replaced by the General
Manager/Supervisor.
● Extension cords may only be used to provide temporary power to portable
electric appliances. Extension cords may not be used as a substitute for
permanent wiring and may not be affixed to structure, extended through walls,
ceilings or floors or under doors or floor coverings. Multi-outlet extension cords
that do not have built-in overcurrent protection (“circuit breakers”) are not
allowed. If extension cords show evidence of physical damage, they must be
replaced immediately by the General Manager/Supervisor.
Sanitation process
Respirators will be cleaned and sanitized every 7 days or whenever they are visibly
dirty. Respirators will be cleaned according to the manufacturer’s instructions. All
respirators will be inspected before and after every use and during cleaning. In addition,
emergency respirators and self-contained tank-type supplied air respirators in storage
will be inspected monthly.
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Respirators will be inspected for damage, deterioration or improper functioning and
repaired or replaced as needed. Repairs and adjustments shall be done by a hired 3rd
party contractor who is trained in respirator maintenance and repair. Supplied air
respirators will be checked for proper functioning of regulator and warning devices and
amount of air in tanks were used. When supplied air respirators are used, any repairs or
adjustments needed will be done by the manufacturer or technician trained by the
manufacturer.
Inspections
The Safety Coordinator or his or her designee will must inspect the company’s facility
quarterly to identify potential hazards using the OSHA Self-Inspection Checklist. A
responsible party must be assigned to correct all hazards as soon as possible. If the
hazard is extreme, the inspector in his or her discretion may contact the Safety
Coordinator to terminate operations until corrected. Per OSHA recommendations,
inspections must cover:
● Processing, receiving, shipping and storage - equipment, job planning, layout,
heights, floor loads, projection of materials, material handling and storage
methods, training for material handling equipment.
● Building and grounds conditions - floors, walls, ceilings, exits, stairs, walkways,
ramps, platforms, driveways, aisles.
● Housekeeping program - waste disposal, tools, objects, materials, leakage and
spillage, cleaning methods, schedules, work areas, remote areas, storage areas.
● Electricity - equipment, switches, breakers, fuses, switch-boxes, junctions,
special fixtures, circuits, insulation, extensions, tools, motors, grounding, national
electric code compliance.
● Lighting - type, intensity, controls, conditions, diffusion, location, glare and
shadow control.
● Heating & ventilation - type, effectiveness, temperature, humidity, controls,
natural and artificial ventilation and exhausting.
● Machinery - points of operation, flywheels, gears, shafts, pulleys, key ways, belts,
couplings, sprockets, chains, frames, controls, lighting for tools and equipment,
brakes, exhausting, feeding, oiling, oiling, adjusting, maintenance.
● Personnel - training, including hazard identification training, experience, methods
of checking machines before use, type of clothing, PPE, use of guards, tool
storage, work practices, methods for cleaning, oiling, or adjusting machinery.
● Hand & power tools - purchasing standards, inspections, storage, repair, types,
maintenance, grounding, use and handling.
● Fire prevention - extinguishers, alarms, sprinklers, smoking rules, exits,
personnel assigned, separation of flammable materials and dangerous
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operations, explosion proof fixtures in hazardous locations, waste disposal and
training of personnel.
● Maintenance - provide regular and preventative maintenance on all equipment
used at the worksite, recording all work performed on the machinery and by
training personnel on the proper care and servicing of equipment.
● PPE - type, size, maintenance, repair, age, storage, assignment of responsibility,
purchasing methods, standards observed, training in care and use, rules of use,
method of assignment.
● Transportation - motor vehicle safety, seat belts, vehicle maintenance, safe driver
programs.
● First aid program/supplies - medical care facilities locations, posted emergency
phone numbers, accessible first aid kits.
● Evacuation plan - establish and practice procedures for an emergency
evacuation. Include escape routes and procedures, critical plant operations,
employee accounting following an evacuation, rescue and medical duties and
ways to report emergencies.
Safety rules
These safety rules are designed to provide employees with knowledge of the
recognized and established safe practices and procedures that apply to many of the
work situations encountered while employed by our company.
It would be impossible to cover every work situation. If any employee is in doubt about
the safety of any condition, practice or procedure, they must consult their immediate
supervisor for guidance. Any employee that willingly disregards a safety rule may be
terminated.
Alcohol and other drugs
No illegal drugs or alcohol will be allowed on the worksite. Employees must notify their
manager and/or the Safety Coordinator if they are taking any prescription medications
that might affect their performance. The use of prescribed medication will be
accommodated to every extent possible.
Driving
While driving a company vehicle or driving a personal vehicle for company business,
employees must obey traffic laws and signs at all times. Seat belt use is required, and
employees must obey posted speed limits.
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Lifting
When employees are required to lift an item, they should always seek mechanical
means first. If an item must be lifted manually, employees will refer to the detailed lifting
safety rules before performing the task.
Falls
When working above a lower level (4 feet in general industry, 6 feet in construction) with
unprotected sides, edges or openings, employees will protect themselves by use of
guardrails or an approved personal fall-arrest system.
Personal protective equipment
Appropriate PPE must be worn at all times during hazardous operations. If an employee
has any questions or needs PPE, they must notify their manager and/or Safety
Coordinator. Employees are required to wear approved eye and face protection when
sawing, grinding, drilling, using air tools or performing any other task that could
generate flying debris. When working with chemicals, employees must wear the
required protective eyewear. Gloves will be worn when handling metal, rough wood,
fiberglass and other sharp objects. Hard hats will be provided when there are overhead
hazards. Appropriate footwear, long sleeved shirts, long pants, high visibility vest,, etc.
should also be worn.
Employee responsibilities
Each employee is responsible to perform tasks safely and read all safety documentation
related to their assigned tasks. If an employee is not properly trained in a function, they
must notify their immediate supervisor. Not all work procedures can be addressed. The
following items are examples of work conditions in some operating unity, but are not all -
inclusive.
● Do not stand on furniture to reach high places. Always use a ladder or step stool.
● Use handrails when ascending or descending stairs or ramps.
● Close all drawers to cabinets after use to prevent tripping or bumping hazards.
● Keep cords neatly banded to prevent tripping hazards.
● Use extra caution when transporting glass to avoid breakage and cuts.
● Keep floors clear of water by mopping during and after watering to avoid slips
and falls.
● Wear respirators when mixing and spraying chemicals.
● Wear PPE when performing hazardous.
● Ensure all exhaust equipment and emergency shut offs are operational prior to
beginning work.
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Safety rules are provided as guidelines for safe operations. All employees must follow
these rules as a condition of employment. The IIPP applies to all employees and
contractors.
Enforcement of Policies and Procedures
Employees will be subject to disciplinary actions for violations of safety rules. Managers
are responsible for the enforcement of safety rules. Employees will be afforded
instructive counseling and/or training to assure a clear understanding of the infraction
and the proper conduct under organizational guidelines. All training will be documented
on a safety rule violation notice form and placed in the employee’s personnel file.
Nothing in this policy or this safety program will preclude management from terminating
an employee for a safety violation. This is not a progressive discipline system and any
safety violation may lead to termination without prior instruction or warning.
Management reserves the right to impose any of the following disciplinary actions it
deems appropriate:
● Verbal warning with documentation in personnel file.
● Written warning outlining nature of offense and necessary corrective action with
documentation in personnel file.
● Termination.
Management will be subject to the above disciplinary action for the following reasons:
● Repeated safety rule violations by employees under their supervision.
● Failure to provide adequate training prior to job assignment.
● Failure to report accidents and provide medical attention to employees injured at
work.
● Failure to control unsafe conditions or work practices.
● Failure to maintain good housekeeping standards and cleanliness in their
departments.
Insurance and risk management
The Apiary shall procure and maintain, at its sole cost and expense, in a form and
content satisfactory to Fresno, the following policies of insurance in the amounts and
the types that are acceptable to Fresno with minimal coverage provided.
Throughout the life of the permit, The Apiary shall pay for an maintain in full force and
effect all policies of insurance required hereunder with an insurance company either
admitted by the California Insurance Commissioner to do business in California, or
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authorized by the City Manager or his/her designee and in his/her discretion/ The
following policies of insurance are required:
● Commercial General Liability Insurance
○ Shall be at least as broad as the most current version of Insurance Services
Office Commercial General Liability Coverage Form CG 00 01 and include
insurance for “bodily injury,” “property damage,” and “personal and advertising
injury” with coverage for premises and operations, products and completed
operations, and contractual liability with limits of not less than two million dollars
per occurrence for bodily injury and property damage, one million dollars per
occurence for personal and advertising injury, four million dollars aggregate for
products and completed operations and four million dollars general accident.
● Commercial Automobile Liability Insurance
○ Shall be at least as broad as the most current version of Insurance
Services Office form CA 00 01 and shall include coverage for “any auto”
with limits of liability of not less than one million dollars per accident for
bodily and property damage.
● Workers’ Compensation Insurance
○ Required under the California Labor Code.
● Employees’ Liability Insurance
○ With minimum limits of one million dollars each accident, one million
dollars disease each employee and one million dollars disease policy limit.
The Apiary shall be responsible for payment of any deductibles or self-insured retention
contained in any insurance policies required hereunder.
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ADHERENCE TO STATE AND CITY
POLICIES AND DIRECTIVES
This document and all Standard Operating Procedures adopted by The Apiary
will conform to all applicable legislation, policy and other directives.
MAUCRSA - Medical Cannabis Regulation and Safety Act (June 2017): Also known
as Senate Bill 94, this legislation created the general framework for t he regulation of
commercial medicinal cannabis in California.
State of California Regulations (January 2019): The Office of Administrative Law
officially approved the state regulations for cannabis businesses across the supply
chain. Drafted by the Bureau of Cannabis Control, these regulations provide the formal
law for the governance and management of cannabis operations in the State of
California.
City of Fresno Municipal Code
Any directives and issuances from California’s cannabis governing bodies:
Bureau of Cannabis Control
● BCC Disciplinary Guidelines
● Transportation Procedures (Form BCC-LIC-015)
● Non-Laboratory Quality Control Procedures (Form BCC-LIC-017)
● Security Procedures (Form BCC-LIC-018)
● Delivery Procedures (Form BCC-LIC-020)
● Sampling Procedures (Form BCC-LIC-021)
● Sampling Preparation Procedures (Form BCC -LIC-022)
● Data Package Cover Page and Checklist (Form BCC-LIC-024)
● CEQA Exemption Petition (Form BCC -LIC-025)
● CEQA Project-Specific Information (Form BCC-LIC-026)
● Bureau Notification and Request (Form BCC-LIC-027)
● Poison Prevention Packaging Act of 1970 Regulations (Revised July 1995)
Department of Food & Agriculture
● Approved CDFA regulations
California Department of Public Health
● Approved CDPH regulations
OWNERSHIP ACKNOWLEDGEMENT FORM
FOR COMMERCIAL CANNABIS BUSINESS PERMIT APPLICATION
It is the intent of the City of Fresno to promote equitable ownership and employment opportunities in the cannabis industry to
decrease the disparities in life outcomes for marginalized communities and to provide opportunities for local residents to
compete for cannabis business permits. Therefore, this notice is to clarify the eligibility requirements in order to receive
qualification as a Social Equity Applicant or points for Local Preference by establishing this acknowledgement to provide
additional protections to mitigate against potential predatory practices.
In order to qualify as a social equity applicant, or for the full points relating to the local preference criteria, the business entity
must have ownership that meets the respective eligibility factors and hold at least 51% ownership interest. The social equity
eligibility requirements are identified in FMC section 9-3316(b)(6), while the local preference criteria is identified in FMC 9-
3317(a) and the application evaluation criteria 2.5 (Appendix A). This majority interest can be made up of a single individual that
meets this criteria, or any combination of individuals that hold at least 20% interest individually and meet the definition of an
owner in FMC 9-3304(j). The cannabis social equity permits, and the local preference criteria are intended for the benefit of the
Social Equity or Local Preference Individual Applicants related to business profits, proceeds of the sale of business assets, voting
rights and additional protections. This also requires the Social Equity or Local Preference Owner to receive the Equity Share
percent of the retained earnings and 100 percent of the unencumbered value of each share of stock, member interest or
partnership interest owned in the event of the dissolution of the entity to their equity share, or 100 percent of the value of each
of stock, member interest or partnership interest in the event that the stock, member interest or partnership interest is sold.
Chief among the concepts of equity share, is unconditional ownership which means such individual(s) will receive equal profits,
and distributions or other payments proportionate to their ownership interests. This is intended to ensure true ownership by the
Social Equity or Local Preference Individual Applicant and as such, prohibits the divestment or relinquishment of any part of their
ownership under any circumstance. In addition, the Equity Share is also expanded to address voting rights on fundamental
decisions relating to the business and control of at least the equity share percent of the voting rights on all decisions involving
the operation of the business. Furthermore, it requires the Social Equity or Local Preference Individual owner be the highest
officer position of the business or that another individual is appointed to that position by mutual agreement of the parties. This
requirement is also subject to being audited to assess compliance and the Social Equity or Local Preference Owner can initiate
legal action due to a breach of contract agreement, and the City may suspend and/or revoke a license if any provision in an
operating agreement violates any of the Equity Share or Local Preference requirements. Lastly, all applicants will be required to
incorporate an addendum into their operating agreements that makes any provision ineffective, unenforceable, null and void, if
it is inconsistent with, or in violation of, the Equity Share requirements. As proposed, Social Equity Applicants or Local Preference
Applicants will be required to verify under Section 9-3316(b)(6), 9-3317(a), and Criteria 2.5 of appendix A that they meet the
definition of a Social Equity or Local Preference Owner at the time of applying for a permit or permit renewal. The City shall have
the sole and absolute discretion to determine whether the Applicant qualifies as a Social Equity Applicant and the number of
points for Local Preference.
The undersigned acknowledges that he/she has read and fully understands the content of this Agreement and is
the Applicant or his/her/its authorized signatory.
__________________________________________________ __________________________________________________
Applicant Signature Date Signed
__________________________________________________ __________________________________________________
Print Name Title
__________________________________________________ __________________________________________________
Company Name Address/Telephone
12/10/2020
2974 E Butler Ave Fresno, CA 93721The Apiary
kevin chandler CEO
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
December 7, 2020 Please reply to:
Rob Holt
(559) 621-8056
Kevin Chandler
Dear Applicant:
SUBJECT: ZONING INQUIRY NUMBER P20-04568 REQUESTING INFORMATION
REGARDING COMMERCIAL CANNABIS USES (DISTRIBUTION,
CULTIVATION, OR MANUFACTURING AS PART OF A NON-RETAIL
MICROBUSINESS) FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 2974 EAST BUTLER
AVENUE
(APN 468-030-02)
Thank you for your inquiry regarding the allowance of commercial cannabis uses. The
requested information about a non-retail cannabis microbusiness for cultivation 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 commercial cannabis
business on the subject property conveys the following:
1. All cannabis cultivators, distributors, or manufacturers must be located on property within
the Cannabis Innovation Zone, inside a Cannabis Innovation Hub, or within one-half (½)
mile of State Route 99 between Shaw Avenue and Clinton Avenue, one (1) mile of State
Route 99 north of Shaw Avenue, or south of Clinton Avenue, or within one (1) mile of
State Route 180 west of State Route 99, must be zoned IL (Light Industrial) or IH (Heavy
Industrial), and must meet all of the requirements for development in these zones. If not
located within the Cannabis Innovation Zone, any building in which a cultivator,
distributor, or manufacturer is located shall be no closer than 1,000 feet from any
property boundary containing any of the following:
(a) Any residentially zoned parcel in the city, including any legal non-conforming
residential uses as of the date a complete commercial cannabis business permit
application is submitted;
(b) A school providing instruction for any grades pre-school through 12 (whether public,
private, or charter, including pre-school, transitional kindergarten, and K-12);
(c) 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; or,
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(d) A youth center that is in existence at the time a complete commercial cannabis
business permit application is submitted.
The subject property located at 2974 East Butler Avenue (existing building) is located
within the Cannabis Innovation Zone, is zoned IH, which is one of the allowable zone
districts for commercial cannabis businesses, and is not located within 1,000 feet of the
aforementioned sensitive uses. Development standards of the IH zone district are
available in Sections 15-1303, 15-1304, and 15-1305 of the FMC. The subject location
meets the location restriction requirements, per Section 15-2739.C.1.b of the FMC,
for a commercial cannabis business.
2. Prior to commencing operations, a commercial cannabis business must obtain a
Cannabis Conditional Use Permit from the Planning and Development Department per
Section 15-2739.N of the FMC.
3. There shall be permitted 8 cultivators, distributors, or manufacturers located within the
Cannabis Innovation Zone, and there shall be permitted 8 cultivators, distributors, or
manufacturers located inside a Cannabis Innovation Hub or within ½ mile of State Route
99 between Shaw Avenue and Clinton Avenue, one mile of State Route 99 north of
Shaw Avenue or south of Clinton Avenue, or within one mile of State Route 180 west of
State Route 99.
Currently, there are 0 cultivators, distributors, or manufacturers located in the City of
Fresno. This location requirement is satisfied for a commercial cannabis 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 commercial cannabis businesses, including but not limited to,
application requirements, façade design, 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
THE APIARY
2974 E Butler Ave., Fresno, CA 93721
I, Kevin Chandler, CEO and Founder of The Apiary commit that within no more than one year of
receiving a commercial cannabis business permit, at minimum on our premises at all times, we
will have one supervisor and one employee of The Apiary that will have completed a 21-hour
Cal-OSHA course offered by a duly authorized training provider, in accordance with City and
State laws and regulations.
Name: ________________________
Signature: ________________________
Date: ________________________
DocuSign Envelope ID: 040440CF-C2C1-4850-96AA-C0B15F3DBD98
chandlerkevin
12/4/2020
The Apriary
Micro Business
Facility
Security Plan
Facility Address
2974 E. Butler Ave.
Fresno, CA 93721
Prepared on:
Prepared by:
12/03/2020
Kenneth D. Garrett Jr
Canopy Security Group
Inc