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Social Equity Criteria
Applicant (Entity) Information
Social Equity Cannabis Business
Permit Application
CSE-20-67
Submitted On: Nov 13, 2020
Applicant
Eddie Rodriguez
In order to qualify as a social equity applicant, applicants must
satisfy at least one of the following criteria:
1. Low income household and either:
a. A past conviction for a cannabis crime, or
b. Immediate family member with a past conviction for a
cannabis crime.
2. Low income household in a zip code identified as at least
60% according to the CalEnviroScreen for five (5) consecutive
year period and either:
a. A past conviction for a cannabis crime, or
b. Immediate family member with a past conviction for a
cannabis crime.
3. Low income household and either:
a. Five (5) years cumulative residency in a zip code identified as
at least 70% according to the CalEnviroScreen, or
b. Ten (10) years cumulative residency in a zip code identified
by CalEnviroScreen.
4. Business with no less than fifty-one percent (51%) ownership
by individuals who meet Criteria 1 and 2 above.
5. Cannabis social enterprise with no less than fifty-one percent
(51%) ownership by individuals who meet Criteria 1 and 2
above.
6. An individual with a membership interest in a cannabis
business formed as a cooperative.
Do you meet the above criteria, and want to apply as a Social
Equity Applicant?
Yes
Please state your annual income:
37419
Do you have a past cannabis conviction?
Yes
Do you claim eligibility based on a family member past
cannabis conviction?
No
Do you represent a cannabis social enterprise?
No
Do you have a membership interest in a cannabis cooperative?
No
Application Type
Proposed Location
Supporting Information
Applicant (Entity) Name:
Eddie Rodriguez
DBA:
Supreme Flower Rx
Physical Address:City:
Fresno
State:
CA
Zip Code:
93727
Primary Contact Same as Above?
Yes
Primary Contact Name:
Eddie Rodriguez
Primary Contact Title:
Owner
Primary Contact Phone:
Primary Contact Email:HAS ANY INDIVIDUAL IN THIS APPLICATION APPLIED FOR
ANY OTHER CANNABIS PERMIT IN THE CITY OF FRESNO?:
No
Select one or more of the following categories. For each
category, indicate whether you are applying for Adult-Use (“A”)
or/and Medicinal (“M”) or both
Both
Please make one selection for permit type. If making multiple
applications, please submit a new application for each permit
type.
Permit Type
Retail (Storefront)
Business Formation Documentation:
Limited Liability Company
Property Owner Name:
--
Proposed Location Address:
--
City:
--
State:
CA
Zip Code:
--
Property Owner Phone:
--
Property Owner Email:
--
Assessor's Parcel Number (APN):
--
Proposed Location Square Footage:
--
List all fictitious business names the applicant is operating under including the address where each business is located:
None
13 November
Eddie Rodriguez Supreme Flower Rx
13 November
Eddie Rodriguez Supreme Flower Rx
11-13-2020
Eddie Rodriguez Owner
Supreme Flower Rx
Zoning Inquiry P21-00532
81 East Pinedale Avenue
Page 2
February 9, 2021
The subject property is not located within 800 feet of the property boundary of any of the
above-mentioned uses. The subject building meets the separation requirements,
per Section 15-2739.B.1.b of the FMC, for a cannabis retail business.
Note: this application was submitted under the address 81 East Pinedale Avenue.
It is noted, however, that the subject building faces and has vehicular/pedestrian
access from North Abby Street (while there is no such access from East Pinedale
Avenue). The address 7345 North Abby Street is also assigned to the subject
property and should be used as the official address for the building. Please
consult with Israel Trejo at (559) 621-8044 for any questions relating to addressing
for the subject property.
3. Prior to commencing operations, a cannabis retail business must obtain a Cannabis
Conditional Use Permit from the Planning and Development Department per Section 15-
2739.N of the FMC.
4. No more than two cannabis retail businesses may be located in any one Council District.
If more than 14 are ever authorized by Council (more than two per Council District), they
shall be dispersed evenly by Council District.
The subject property is in Council District 6. There are currently no cannabis retail
businesses located in Council District 6. This location requirement is satisfied for a
cannabis retail business.
Please review the entirety of Article 33, Chapter 9 (Cannabis Retail Business and
Commercial Cannabis), and Section 15-2739 (Adult Use and Medicinal Cannabis Retail
Business and Commercial Cannabis Business) of the FMC to understand other
requirements of cannabis retail businesses, including but not limited to, application
requirements, signage, etc.
This information was researched by the undersigned per the zoning request. The undersigned
certifies that the above information contained herein is believed to be accurate and is based
upon, or relates to, the information supplied by the requestor. The City of Fresno assumes no
liability for errors and omissions. All information was obtained from public records held by the
Planning and Development Department.
A copy of the Fresno Municipal Code may be obtained by contacting the City Clerk’s office at
559-621-7650. The Fresno Municipal Code may also be searched on the Internet, free of
charge, by going to www.fresno.gov. If you have questions regarding this matter, please
contact me by telephone at 559-621-8038 or at Marisela.Martinez@fresno.gov.
Cordially,
Marisela Martínez, Planner II
Development Services Division
Planning and Development Department
Page 1 of 1 - 2/11/2021
Buyer Instructions – Addendum 1
Placer Title Company
7700 N. Palm, Suite 101
Fresno, CA 93711
Date: February 11, 2021
Escrow No.: P-465589
Property Address:
81 East Pinedale Avenue
Pinedale, CA 93650
(Addendum #1)
81 E. Pinedale Ave Fresno, CA 93650 is also known as 7345 N. Abby Ave Fresno, CA 93650. Title
insurance will be issued based on the Accessors parcel # of 303-062-11. This information is per the
City of Fresno Zoning Inquiry Number P21-00532.
ALL OTHER TERMS & CONDITIONS TO REMAIN THE SAME:
______________________________________
Eddie Rodrgiuez
______________________________________
Aaron Anderson
__ ___________________________________
Restoration Family Fellowship
Section 1: Business Plan
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1.1. OWNER QUALIFICATIONS ........................................................................................................ 1
1.2. BUDGET FOR CONSTRUCTION, OPERATION, AND MAINTENANCE, COMPENSATION OF
EMPLOYEES, EQUIPMENT COSTS, UTILITY COST, AND OTHER OPERATION COSTS. ............ 4
START-UP BUDGET ............................................................................................................................ 4
COMPENSATION OF EMPLOYEES ........................................................................................................ 5
OTHER OPERATION COSTS ................................................................................................................. 6
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 ..................................................................................................... 7
1.4. PRO FORMA FOR AT LEAST THREE YEARS OF OPERATION .............................................. 13
1.5. FULLY DESCRIBE HOURS OF OPERATION AND OPENING AND CLOSING PROCEDURES21
1.6.1. FULLY DESCRIBE DAY-TO-DAY OPERATIONS FOR RETAIL PERMIT ............................. 24
I. CUSTOMER CHECK-IN PROCEDURES ...................................................................................... 24
II. LOCATION AND PROCEDURES FOR RECEIVING DELIVERIES DURING BUSINESS HOURS .. 25
III. IDENTIFY THE NAME OF THE POINT-OF-SALE SYSTEM TO BE USED AND THE NUMBER OF
POINT-OF-SALE LOCATIONS ....................................................................................................... 27
IV. THE ESTIMATED NUMBER OF CUSTOMERS TO BE SERVED PER HOUR/DAY ..................... 28
V. DESCRIBE THE PROPOSED PRODUCT LINE TO BE SOLD AND ESTIMATE THE PERCENTAGE
OF SALES OF FLOWER AND MANUFACTURED PRODUCTS. ...................................................... 28
VI. IF PROPOSED, DESCRIBE DELIVERY SERVICE PROCEDURES, NUMBER OF VEHICLES AND
PRODUCT SECURITY DURING TRANSPORTATION ..................................................................... 30
ADDITIONAL DAY-TO-DAY OPERATING PROCEDURES THAT MEET INDUSTRY BEST
PRACTICES ................................................................................................................................... 32
Section 2: Social Policy & Local Enterprise Plan
TABLE OF CONTENTS
2.1. DESCRIBE WHETHER THE COMMERCIAL CANNABIS BUSINESS IS COMMITTED TO
OFFERING EMPLOYEES A LIVING WAGE. .................................................................................... 1
2.2. BRIEFLY DESCRIBE BENEFITS PROVIDED TO EMPLOYEES SUCH AS HEALTH CARE,
VACATION, AND MEDICAL LEAVE, TO THE DEGREE THEY ARE OFFERED AS PART OF
EMPLOYMENT. ................................................................................................................................. 1
1.3. DESCRIBE COMPENSATION TO AND OPPORTUNITIES FOR CONTINUING EDUCATION
AND EMPLOYEE TRAINING ............................................................................................................ 3
THIRD PARTY EMPLOYEE TRAINING PROGRAM ......................................................................... 3
DEDICATED INHOUSE EMPLOYEE TRAINING PROGRAM ............................................................ 4
RULES, LAWS & OPERATING PROCEDURES ............................................................................. 4
SEXUAL HARASSMENT ................................................................................................................ 6
WORKPLACE VIOLENCE ............................................................................................................. 7
SECURITY & SAFETY ................................................................................................................... 7
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 (FMC) AND THE PERCENTAGE OF LOCAL EMPLOYEES IT
HIRES. .............................................................................................................................................. 12
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. .......................................................................................... 13
2.6. DESCRIBE THE NUMBER OF EMPLOYEES, TITLE/POSITION AND THEIR RESPECTED
RESPONSIBILITIES. ........................................................................................................................ 15
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............................................................................................................ 17
2.8. PROVIDE A WORKFORCE PLAN THAT INCLUDES AT A MINIMUM THE FOLLOWING
PROVISIONS: ................................................................................................................................... 17
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 WHO
HAVE NOT ESTABLISHED RESIDENCY AFTER THE SUBMISSION OF AN APPLICATION FOR EMPLOYMENT
WITH THE APPLICANT/PERMITTEE. ................................................................................................... 17
2.8.2 COMMITMENT TO OFFER APPRENTICESHIPS AND/OR COMPENSATION FOR CONTINUING
EDUCATION IN THE FIELD ................................................................................................................ 18
2.8.3. COMMITMENT TO PAY A LIVING WAGE TO ITS EMPLOYEES ....................................................... 19
Section 3: Neighborhood Compatibility Plan
TABLE OF CONTENTS
3.1. DESCRIBE HOW THE CCB WILL PROACTIVELY ADDRESS AND RESPOND TO
COMPLAINTS RELATED TO NOISE, LIGHT, ODOR, LITTER, VEHICLES, AND PEDESTRIAN
TRAFFIC............................................................................................................................................. 1
3.2. DESCRIBE HOW THE CCB WILL BE MANAGED TO AVOID BECOMING A NUISANCE OR
HAVING IMPACTS ON ITS NEIGHBORS AND THE SURROUNDING COMMUNITY. .................... 2
3.3. DESCRIBE ODOR MITIGATION PRACTICES ............................................................................ 3
3.4. IDENTIFY POTENTIAL SOURCES OF ODOR ............................................................................ 4
3.5. DESCRIBE ODOR CONTROL DEVICES AND TECHNIQUES EMPLOYED TO ENSURE THAT
ODORS FROM CANNABIS ARE NOT DETECTABLE BEYOND THE PERMITTED PREMISES ..... 4
3.6. DESCRIBE ALL PROPOSED STAFF ODOR TRAINING AND SYSTEM MAINTENANCE ......... 5
3.7. DESCRIBE THE WASTE MANAGEMENT PLAN ........................................................................ 6
Section 7: Community Benefits and Investments Plan
TABLE OF CONTENTS
TABLE OF CONTENTS ...................................................................................................................... 0
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 NONPROFITS, 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. .......................................................................................................................................... 1
7.1.1 PROVIDING FUNDING FOR OR HOSTING EXPUNGEMENT CLINICS OR OUTREACH SERVICES. ......... 2
7.1.2 INCORPORATING AN ENVIRONMENTALLY SUSTAINABLE BUSINESS MODEL INCLUDING ENERGY
EFFICIENT BUILDINGS AND VEHICLES................................................................................................. 2
7.1.3 UTILIZING VACANT BUILDINGS, BROWNFIELDS LAND, OR BLIGHTED AREAS OF THE CITY FOR THE
BUSINESS. ........................................................................................................................................ 5
7.2. DESCRIBE THE 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. .............................................................................. 5