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City of Fresno,CA
CSE-21-102
Non-Retail Social Equity Cannabis Business Permit Application
Social Equity Eligibility Criteria
Status: Active Date Created:Dec 3, 2021
Applicant
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.
Applicant (Entity) Information
Application Type
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
Which of the eligibility criteria above do you qualify under?
1B - Low-Income & Immediate Family Member Cannabis Conviction
Applicant (Entity) Name:
Jukkuh
Mailing Address
City:
Fresno
State:
California
Zip Code:
93722
Primary Contact Same as Above?
Yes
Primary Contact Name:
Chane Johnson
Primary Contact Title:
Chane Johnson (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
Microbusiness (Non-Retail)
Business Formation Documentation:
Proposed Location
Consultants
Supporting Information
Application Certification
Limited Liability Company
Please list all consultants assisting with this project (if none, state "not applicable")
Not Applicable
List all fictitious business names the applicant is operating under including the address where each
business is located:
Jukkuh
Has the Applicant or any of its owners been the subject of any administrative action, including but not
limited to suspension, denial, or revocation of a cannabis business license at any time during the past
three (3) years?
No
Is the Applicant or any of its owners currently involved in an application process in any other jurisdiction?
No
I hereby certify, under penalty of perjury, on
behalf of myself and all owners, managers and
supervisors identified in this application that the
statements and information furnished in this
application and the attached exhibits present the
data and information required for this initial
evaluation to the best of my ability, and that the
facts, statements, and information presented are
true and correct to the best of my knowledge
and belief. I understand that a misrepresentation
of fact is cause for rejection of this application,
denial of the permit, or revocation of a permit
issued.
In addition, I understand that the filing of this
application grants the City of Fresno permission
to reproduce submitted materials for distribution
to staff, Commission, Board and City Council
Members, and other Agencies to process the
application. Nothing in this consent, however,
shall entitle any person to make use of the
Name and Digital Signature
Chane Johnson
12/02/2021
Title
Owner
Please note: the issuance of a permit will be
determined based on the application you
submit and any major changes to your
business or proposal (i.e. ownership, location,
etc.) after your application is submitted may
result in a denial.
For details about the information required as
part of the application process, see the
Application Procedures & Guidelines, City of
Fresno Municipal Code Article 33 and any
additional requirements to complete the
application process. All documents can be
found online via this link.
Owner Information
Review / Documentation
Decisions
Attachments
intellectual property in plans, exhibits, and
photographs for any purpose unrelated to the
City's consideration of this application.
Furthermore, by submitting this application, I
understand and agree that any business
resulting from an approval shall be maintained
and operated in accordance with requirements
of the City of Fresno Municipal Code and State
law. Under penalty of perjury, I hereby declare
that the information contained in within and
submitted with the application is true, complete,
and accurate.I understand that a
misrepresentation of the facts is cause for
rejection of this application, denial of a license or
revocation of an issued license.
For questions please contact the City
Manager’s Office at 559.621.5555.
Owner Name:
Chane Johnson
Owner Title:
Owner
Owner City:
Fresno
Owner State:
California
Owner Zip:
93722
Has Owner Completed Background Check Application?
No
Ownership Percentage (%):
100
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Uploaded by Chane Johnson on Dec 8, 2021 at 6:33 pm
History
Date Activity
Dec 2, 2021 at 10:34 pm Chane Johnson started a draft of Record CSE-21-102
Dec 3, 2021 at 10:38 am Chane Johnson submitted Record CSE-21-102
Dec 3, 2021 at 10:38 am approval step Notification to City Council was assigned to Jennifer Ruiz on Record
CSE-21-102
Dec 8, 2021 at 3:20 pm Kam Tanimasa changed Which of the eligibility criteria above do you qualify under?
from "3B - Low-Income & 10 yr residency in Zip Code on CalEnvironscreen" to "1B -
Low-Income & Immediate Family Member Cannabis Conviction" on Record CSE-21-
102
Timeline
Label Status Activated Completed
Application Receipt Issued Dec 3, 2021 at 10:38 am Dec 3, 2021 at 10:38 am
Notification to City Council Active Dec 3, 2021 at 10:38 am -
Initial Application Review Inactive --
Document: Determination of Eligbility Inactive --
Phase II Review Inactive --
Phase III Review Inactive --
Notification to Property Owners Inactive --
Phase IV: Applicant Interview Inactive --
Interview Results Decision Inactive --
Phase V: City Manager's Final Review Inactive --
Notification to Property Owners & City Council Inactive --
Conditional Use Permit (CUP)Inactive --
Business License Tax Certificate Inactive --
State Cannabis License Inactive --
Final Review: Safety Plan Inactive --
Final Review: Security Plan Inactive --
Final Review: Proof of Insurance Inactive --
Facility Inspection Inactive --
Cannabis Business Permit Fee Inactive --
Permit Issuance Inactive --
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Uploaded by Chane Johnson on Dec 3, 2021 at 10:35 am
Social Equity Eligibility Criteria
Applicant (Entity) Information
Non-Retail Social Equity Cannabis
Business Permit Application
CSE-21-102
Submitted On: Dec 3, 2021
Applicant
Chane Johnson
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
Which of the eligibility criteria above do you qualify under?
3B - Low-Income & 10 yr residency in Zip Code on
CalEnvironscreen
Applicant (Entity) Name:
Jukkuh
DBA:
--
Current Business Mailing Address City:
Fresno
State:
California
Zip Code:
93722
Primary Contact Same as Above?
Yes
Primary Contact Name:
Chane Johnson
Application Type
Proposed Location
Consultants
Supporting Information
Primary Contact Title:
Chane Johnson (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
Microbusiness (Non-Retail)
Business Formation Documentation:
Limited Liability Company
Property Owner Name:
--
Proposed Location Address:
--
City:
--
State:
--
Zip Code:
--
Property Owner Phone:
--
Property Owner Email:
--
Assessor's Parcel Number (APN):
--
Proposed Location Square Footage:
--
Please list all consultants assisting with this project (if none, state "not applicable")
Not Applicable
List all fictitious business names the applicant is operating under including the address where each business is located:
Jukkuh
Application Certification
Owner Information
Has the Applicant or any of its owners been the subject of any
administrative action, including but not limited to suspension,
denial, or revocation of a cannabis business license at any time
during the past three (3) years?
No
Is the Applicant or any of its owners currently involved in an
application process in any other jurisdiction?
No
I hereby certify, under penalty of perjury, on behalf of myself and
all owners, managers and supervisors identified in this
application that the statements and information furnished in this
application and the attached exhibits present the data and
information required for this initial evaluation to the best of my
ability, and that the facts, statements, and information presented
are true and correct to the best of my knowledge and belief. I
understand that a misrepresentation of fact is cause for
rejection of this application, denial of the permit, or revocation of
a permit issued.
In addition, I understand that the filing of this application grants
the City of Fresno permission to reproduce submitted materials
for distribution to staff, Commission, Board and City Council
Members, and other Agencies to process the application.
Nothing in this consent, however, shall entitle any person to
make use of the intellectual property in plans, exhibits, and
photographs for any purpose unrelated to the City's
consideration of this application.
Furthermore, by submitting this application, I understand and
agree that any business resulting from an approval shall be
maintained and operated in accordance with requirements of
the City of Fresno Municipal Code and State law. Under penalty
of perjury, I hereby declare that the information contained in
within and submitted with the application is true, complete, and
accurate.I understand that a misrepresentation of the facts is
cause for rejection of this application, denial of a license or
revocation of an issued license.
Name and Digital Signature
true
Title
Owner
Please note: the issuance of a permit will be determined
based on the application you submit and any major
changes to your business or proposal (i.e. ownership,
location, etc.) after your application is submitted may result
in a denial.
For details about the information required as part of the
application process, see the Application Procedures &
Guidelines, City of Fresno Municipal Code Article 33 and
any additional requirements to complete the application
process. All documents can be found online via this link.
For questions please contact the City Manager’s Office at
559.621.5555.
Owner Name:
Chane Johnson
Owner Title:
Owner
Owner Address:Owner City:
Fresno
Owner State:
California
Owner Zip:
93722
Has Owner Completed Background Check Application?
No
Ownership Percentage (%):
100
Business Name: Jukkuh Micro
Application #: CSE-21-102
SOCIAL EQUITY APPLICANT
CANNABIS BUSINESS PERMIT APPLICATION REVIEW - MICROBUSINESS Points
Possible
All or
None Exceptional Good Acceptable
Applicant
Score
Evaluation Notes (Explain each time points are
deducted)
SECTION 1: BUSINESS PLAN 300 Points Possible for Section 1
Resume:
Resumes Provided for All Owners: Score 5 5 x
Resumes Provided in 2-page Format: Score 2 2 x
Education: (select highest academic level among ownership team, cannabis specific education
separately)
Cannabis specific education/training (accredited)2 2 Did not describe education
High School Degree Reported: Score 4 4
Bachelor's Degree Reported: Score 6 6
Master's Degree or Higher Reported: Score 8 8
Experience: (among ownership team, select one at highest level)
Regulated Cannabis Microbusiness Ownership Experience CA 13 13 Did not describe experience
Regulated Cannabis Microbusiness Experience CA (management level or below): Score 10 10
Other Retail Business Experience (cannabis or cult., distribution, manufacturing) Reported, More than 5
years: or 8 8
Other Retail Business Experience (cannabis or cult., distribution, manufacturing) Reported, Less than 5
Years: Score 5 5
1.1 Sub-Total:30 0
Construction Cost Estimate:
Construction Cost Estimate Provided: Score 8 8 6 4 x Did not include construction in start-up expenses.
Construction Contingency Factor Included: Score 6 6
Appears like there may be only one month rent
budgeted.
All Labor, Trades, Materials, Supplies and Permits and other Cost Factors Identified: Score 6 6 4 2
Reference Data Provided for Unit Cost Factors: Score 5 5 3 1
Operation and Maintenance Cost Estimates:
Operation and Maintenance Cost Estimate Provided: Score
8 8 6 4 x
Start-up expenses to not seem adequate, not
sufficient detail. Equipment doesn't seem adequate
and does not include cultivation.
All Labor, Trades, Materials, Supplies, Utilities, and other Cost Factors Identified: Score 6 6 4 2
Annual Cost Escalators for Operating Costs Provided: Score 6 6 4 2
Reference Data Provided for Unit Cost Factors: Score 5 5 3 1
1.2 Sub-Total:50 0
1.1 Owner qualifications. Resumes are not to exceed two (2) pages per owner. (30 points possible)
1.2 A budget for construction, operation, and maintenance, compensation of employees, equipment costs, utility cost, and other operation costs.(50 points possible)
Criteria Narrative:
Criteria Narrative:
Proof of Capitalization Specific to one or more Owners: Score
5 5
Capitalization is not at an adequate level, noted
that applicant is still working on financing.
Proof of Capitalization Specific to Business Name/Address: Score 5 5 Staffing doesn't seem to include cultivation.
Proof of Capitalization Sufficient to Cover Proforma (3 months) and Construction Costs: Score 15 15
Certified Audited Financial Report Provided for one or more Owners: Score 5 5
Score one of the following for a maximum 20 points:
Capital source is 100% liquid (cash in owners bank, no debt obligation)20 20
Capital souce is debt obligation (letter of credit/loan from individual or institution) 10 10
Capital consists of non-liquid assets (i.e. real property)8 8
Capital consists of a mixture of liquid and non-liquid assets 15 15 x
1.3 Sub-Total:50 0
Three Years of Data Provided: Score 10 10 8 6 x
Doesn't appear adequate to cover utilies,
equipment
Total Gross Revenue Estimates Provided:3 3
Total Gross Revenue by Product Type (flower and manufactured) Identified:3 3
Total Personnel Costs Provided:5 5 4 3
Total Property Rental or Purchase Costs Provided:2 2
Total Utilities Costs Provided:2 2
Total Cannabis Product Purchase Expense Provided 2 2
All Contract Services Identified:2 2
Annual Net Revenue Identified:3 2
Annual Cost Escalators Identified:4 4 3 2
Annual Estimated Sales Tax Payments to State Provided:2 2
Annual Estimated Sale Tax Payments to City of Fresno Provided:5 2
Annual Business Tax License and Cannabis Permit Fee Provided:2 2
Annual Net Income Provided:5 5
Scoring Guidance: full points for realistic figures for all three years. Dock points for severe
miscalculations, unrealistic estimates, or providing less than the request three years.
1.4 Sub-Total:50 0
Hours of Operation Provided: Score 5 5 x
Hours of Operation Provided for all 7 days of the week: Score 3 3 x
Hours of Operation Provided for Holidays: Score 2 2 x
Opening and Closing Procedures Provided: Score 10 10 8 6 x Not detailed
Scoring Guidance: full points for describing information in detail. Dock points for leaving information out
or not providing enough detail.
1.5 Sub-Total:20 0
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. (50 Points Possible)
1.4 Pro forma for at least three years of operation.
1.5 Fully describe hours of operation and opening and closing procedures. (20 points possible)
Criteria Narrative:
Criteria Narrative:
Criteria Narrative:
1.6 Fully describe hours of operation and opening/closing procedures. 10 10 8 6 x
1.7 Please state the State of California cannabis license type 5 5
1.7 Fully describe the day-to-day operations if you are applying for DISTRIBUTION:
i. Identify the number of delivery drivers, hours of delivery and vehicles to be used.5 5 x missing some detail -ie vehicle information
ii. Describe the transportation security procedures.10 10 8 6 x
iii. Describe the how inventory will be received, processed, stored, and secured in the permitted
premises.5 5 4 3
iv. Describe the quality control procedures designed to ensure all cannabis is properly packaged, labeled
and tested.5 5 4 3 x
1.8 Fully describe the day-to-day operations for MANUFACTURING:
i. Identify all cannabis products manufactured within the permitted premises.5 5 x
ii. Describe quality control procedures.5 5 4 3 x
iii. Describe inventory control procedures. 5 5 4 3 x
iv. Describe the extraction process, equipment and room in which extractions will be conducted.5 5 4 3 x
v. Provide detail as to whether the extraction equipment has been reviewed and certified by a
Professional Engineer or Certified Industrial Hygienist. 5 5 x
vi. Describe the sanitation procedures.5 5 4 3 x only described employee sanitation
1.9 Fully describe the day-to-day operations for CULTIVATION:
i. Identify location and procedures for receiving deliveries of seedlings and immature plants.5 5 4 3 "Processor"
ii.Describe the planned square footage/acreage of the cultivation. (10,000 sq ft or less is required for
microbusiness. If not compliant score as zero)5 5 x 700 sq ft processing
iii. The estimated number of pounds produced per harvest, and number of anticipated harvests per
year. 5 5 x 4 pounds per month
iv. Describe whether the cultivation operation will use natural light, artificial light, or mixed light. 5 5 x Not using light, only processing
v. Identify how cultivation waste will be rendered unusable and unrecognizable, and how it will be
stored and disposed of. 5 5 4 3 x Does not describe process to render unusable
vi. Describe the use of any gases used in the cultivation operation, such as CO2, including storage,
location, and monitoring systems for employee safety. (if not using gases application should specify)5 5 4 3 N/A
1.6 Sub-Total:100 0
Section 1 Total:300 0
SECTION 2: SOCIAL POLICY AND LOCAL ENTERPRISE 400 Points Possible for Section 2
Description of Commitment to pay a Living Wage provided: Score 10 10 8 6 x commitment to minimum wage
Definition of Living Wage Provided: Score 5 5 4 3
Living Wage Defined as Greater than Minimum Wage: Score 5 5
2.1 Sub-Total:20 0
Criteria Narrative:
Criteria Narrative:
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 in
which you are applying for a permit. Microbusinesses must include responses for distribution, manufacturing and cultivation (100 points possible)
2.1 Describe whether the Commercial Cannabis Business is committed to offering employees a Living Wage. (20 points possible)
Scoring Guidance: if all employees above $15.00 per hour = 15 points. More for higher wage structures. Dock points for lower wage rates. https://livingwage.mit.edu/counties/06019
Wages and Salary
CCB Entry-Level Hourly Wage Greater than Minimum Wage 5 5 N/A - matches minimum as starting wage
CCB Entry-Level Annual Salary Greater than Median Household Income ($50,432)5 5
Health Care Benefits
CCB Offers Medical Coverage to All Employees: Score 5 5 x
CCB Offers Dental Coverage to All Employees: Score 5 5 x
CCB Offers Vision Coverage to All Employees: Score 5 5 x
CCB Offers Health Reimbursement Account for Qualified Medical Expenses: Score 1 1 not discussed
Employee Pays $0 for Employee Medical Premium: Score 3 3 not discussed
Employee Pays $0 for Employee Dental Premium: Score 3 3 not discussed
Employee Pays $0 for Employee Vision Premium: Score 3 3 not discussed
Employee Pays less than $500 per month for Family Health Care Coverage (Medical, Dental, Vision):
Score 3 3 not discussed
Leave Benefits
Number of Paid Vacation/PTO Days Per Year: (10+ days = excep; 6-9 days = Good; 3-5 days Acceptable)5 5 4 3 x 2 weeks
Number of Paid Holidays Per Year: (10 or more paid holidays = excep; 4-10 = Good; 1-3 Acceptable)5 5 4 3 x 4 paid holidays
Number of days paid time off for Sick/Medical time: (7+ days= Exceptional, 4-6 days = Good, 3 days =
acceptable (8 hour day))5 5 4 3 x 7 days
Retirement
Offers employee retirement plan 10 10 not discussed
Offers company match for employee retirement plan 10 10 not discussed
2.2 Sub-Total:73 0
CCB Provides Tuition Reimbursement for Certificates: Score 3 3 not discussed
CCB Provides Tuition Reimbursement for associate degrees: Score 3 3 not discussed
CCB Provides Tuition Reimbursement for bachelor's degrees: Score 3 3 not discussed
CCB Provides Tuition Reimbursement for master's degrees: Score 3 3 not discussed
CCB Provides Tuition Reimbursement for Specialized Commercial Cannabis Business Operations
Training: Score 3 3 x
CCB Offers General Training for Health and Safety, Workplace Environment, Customer Service, etc. 10 10 8 6 x
2.3 Sub-Total:25 0
General Recruitment Plan Provided: Score 10 10 8 6 x
Social Policy Recruitment Plan Provided: Score 10 10 8 6
Recruitment Plan Includes Demographic Data for District, City or County: Score 10 10 8 6
Recruitment Plan Includes List of CBOs, Non-Profits and Public-Agency Hiring Partners: Score 10 10 8 6
Recruitment Plan Includes Hiring Targets (percentages) by Demographic Groups: Score 10 10 8 6
Criteria Narrative:
Criteria Narrative:
Criteria Narrative:
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. (50 points possible)
2.3 Describe compensation to and opportunities for continuing education and employee training.(20 points possible)
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. (50
points possible)
2.4 Sub-Total:50 0
Owners
Number of Owners:
Number of Owners that live within the City of Fresno:
Number of Owners that live in the County of Fresno:
Number of Owners that Own a Business in the City of Fresno:
51%+ ownership interest percent of the Owners live or own a business in the City: Score 80 80 x
51%+ ownership interest percent of the Owners live or own a business in the County: Score 40 40
Less than 50 percent of the Owners live or own a business in the Cityf no owners are local, score zero)20 20
Managers
Number of Managers (salaried, non-owners)
Number of Managers that live in the City of Fresno:
Number of Managers that Own a Business in the City of Fresno:
100 percent of the Managers live or own a business in the City: Score 20 20
75 to 99 percent of the Managers live or own a business in the City: Score 15 15
50 to 74 percent of the Managers live or own a business in the City: Score 10 10
Less than 50 percent of the Managers live or own a business in the City: Score 5 5
2.5 Sub-Total:80 0
Responsibilities Described for All Titles/Positions: Score 20 20 15 10 x
2.6 Sub-Total:20 0
Does CCB have more than five employees: 10 10 x
CCB has signed a peace agreement: Score 2 2 x
2.7 Sub-Total:12 0
Commitment to Local Hire Provided:20 20 15 10 x
2.8 Sub-Total:20 0
Data, non-scored. Write response in Evaluation Notes
column.
Criteria Narrative:
2.9 Describe whether the business is willing to serve as a Social Equity Business Incubator by offering support to local cannabis social equity businesses in the form of mentorship, training, equipment donation, a percentage of shelf
space dedicated to Fresno equity business products, legal assistance, financial services assistance, or other technical assistance support.(100 points possible)
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.(80 points possible)
2.6 Describe the number of employees, title/position and their respected responsibilities.(20 points possible)
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. (10 points possible)
2.8 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.
Criteria Narrative:
Criteria Narrative:
Criteria Narrative:
Data, non-scored. Write response in Evaluation Notes
column.
IF full points achieved for Ownership category, don't score managers.
Section is total of 80 points possible.
CCB is willing to serve as Social Equity Business Incubator: Score 100 100 80 60 N/A Social equity application
Mentorship and Training: Score
Equipment Donation: Score
Shelf Space: Score
Legal Assistance: Score
Finance Services Assistance: Score
Other Technical Assistance: Score
Scoring Guidance: full points for willingness to serve with detailed plan offering at least three aspects
mentioned above or of similar benefit. Less points for willingness to serve but vague or unclear
commitment. Zero points if there is no clear commitment to serve as Incubator.
2.9 Sub-Total:100 0
Section 2 Total:400 0
SECTION 3: NEIGHBORHOOD COMPATIBILITY PLAN 300 Points Possible for Section 3
CCB will document complaints (time of complaint, nature of complaint, resolution of complaint): Score 10 10 8 6 x
CCB will established a dedicated contact person to receive complaints: Score 10 10 x
CCB will establish a dedicated phone number to receive complaints: Score 5 5
CCB will establish a dedicated email address to receive complaints: Score 5 5
CCB will establish a response time standard for returning complaint calls and emails: Score 5 5
CCB will schedule or participate in periodic community meetings to engage with residents about the CCB
operation: Score 10 10
Other measure unique to business (i.e. website complaint form)5 5
Scoring Guidance: full points for detailed proactive plan addressing all aspects mentioned. Dock points
for leaving out aspect, vagueness, or reactive plans.
3.1 Sub-Total:50 0
CCB will maintain a listserv of community residents to update and information residents of business
operations.
10 10
CCB will schedule or attend periodic community meetings (at least annually) to engage with residents
about the CCB operation: Score 10 10
CCB will prepare a community outreach and engagement plan: Score 50 50 40 30
CCB will issue periodic Newsletters to community providing information about CCB operations 10 10
CCB will hire residents from the community work at the CCB: Score 20 20
Scoring Guidance: full points for detailed proactive plan. Dock points for leaving out aspect, vagueness,
or reactive plans.
3.2 Sub-Total:100 0
Criteria Narrative:
Criteria Narrative:
Criteria Narrative:
3.1 Describe how the CCB will proactively address and respond to complaints related to noise, light, odor, litter, vehicles, and pedestrian traffic.(50 points possible)
3.2 Describe how the CCB will be managed to avoid becoming a nuisance or having impacts on its neighbors and the surrounding community.(100 points possible)
Data to inform score on first line of this section. Write
response in Evaluation Notes column.
CCB has identified sensitive receptors to nuisance odors in vicinity of business operations: Score 5 5
CCB has prepared a nuisance odor control plan: Score 10 10 8 6
Nuisance odor control plan identifies locations where fugitive emissions may exit the premise boundary:
Score 5 5 x
Nuisance odor control plan describes specific odor control measures to reduce fugitive emissions exiting
the premise boundary: Score 5 5 x
CCB has established an odor reporting system: Score 5 5
CCB will install a nuisance odor monitoring system: Score 10 10
3.3 Sub-Total:40 0
CCB has identified the potential sources of nuisance odors for the business operation: Score 10 10 8 6 x
Scoring Guidance: full points for detailed proactive plan. Dock points for vagueness or reactive plans.
3.4 Sub-Total:10 0
Nuisance odor control plan describes specific odor control equipment: Score 10 10 8 6 x
Nuisance odor control plan describes specific odor control measures/techniques: Score 10 10 8 6 x
Odor control measures are identified for different nuisance odor sources: Score 10 10
3.5 Sub-Total:30 0
Nuisance odor control plan describes the operation, monitoring, and maintenance requirements for
odor control measures: Score 10 10
Nuisance odor control plan describes the staff training required for system operations, maintenance,
repair, and troubleshooting.10 10 x
3.6 Sub-Total:20 0
CCB has identified the sources of waste generated by the business operation: Score
10 10
CCB has prepared a source-separation plan to segregate different sources of waste generated by
business operations: Score 10 10 x
The source-separation plan identifies policy, procedures, and locations where different sources of waste
are to be collected for disposal: Score 10 10 8 6
The source-separation plan describes specific measures to control the collection and disposal cannabis
waste: Score 10 10
The name of licensed cannabis disposal company provided: Score 10 10
3.7 Sub-Total:50 0
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3.7 Describe the waste management plan. (50 points possible)
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3.3 Describe odor mitigation practices.(40 points possible)
3.4 Identify potential sources of odor. (10 points possible)
3.5 Describe odor control devices and techniques employed to ensure that odors from cannabis are not detectable beyond the permitted premises. (30 points possible)
3.6 Describe all proposed staff odor training and system maintenance.(20 points possible)
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Section 3 Total:300 0
SECTION 4: SAFETY PLAN 300 Points Possible for Section 4
Safety Plan Prepared by Consultant: Score 10 10
Safey Plan Assessed by Consultant: Score (if prepared by, also give points for assessed by)10 10
Safety Plan Prepared for CCB Address (specific proposed location): Score 10 10
Safety Plan includes Site Plan of Premise: Score 10 10
Safety Plan includes Building Layout Plan: Score 10 10
4.1 Sub-Total:50 0
Written Accident/Incident Procedure Provided: Score 20 20 15 10
Procedures Address Multiple Accident/Incident Scenarios: Score 10 10 8 6
Total Number of Scenarios Described: Score
Active Shooter Incident Described: Score 10 10
Robbery Incident Described: Score 10 10
4.2 Sub-Total:50 0
Evacuation Plan Provided: Score 20 20 15 10
Adequate Number of Evacuation Routes Identified: Score 20 20 15 10
Evacuation Route Distance to Public Right of Way: Score 10 10 8 6
4.3 Sub-Total:50 0
Location of Fire Suppression System Elements Identified: Score 10 10
Type of Fire Suppression System Elements Identified: Score 20 20 15 10
Location of Fire Extinguishers Identified: Score 10 10
Adequate Number of Fire Extinguisher Locations Identified: Score 10 10 8 6
4.4 Sub-Total:50 0
Written Procedure for Fire Emergencies Provided: Score 20 20 15 10
Written Procedure for Medical Emergencies Provided: Score 20 20 15 10
Cardiac Arrest Medical Emergency Described: Score 20 20 15 10
Gunshot Wound Medical Emergency Described: Score 20 20 15 10
Other Medical Emergency Conditions Described: Score 20 20 15 10
4.5 Sub-Total:100 0
4.3 Describe evacuation routes. (50 points possible)
4.2 Describe accident and incident reporting procedures. (50 points possible)
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4.5 Describe procedures and training for all fire and medical emergencies.(100 points possible)
4.1 The Safety Plan shall be prepared and/or assessed by a professional fire prevention and suppression consultant. (50 points possible)
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4.4 Location of fire extinguishers and other fire suppression equipment. (50 points possible)
Data-write response in Evaluation Notes Column
Section 4 Total:300 0
SECTION 5: SECURITY PLAN 300 Points Possible for Section 5
Security Plan Prepared by Consultant: Score 10 10
Security Plan Assessed by Consultant(if prepared by, also give points for assessed by): Score 10 10
Security Plan Prepared for CCB Address (specific proposed location): Score 10 10
Security Plan includes Site Plan of Premise: Score 10 10
Security Plan includes Building Layout Plan: Score 10 10
5.1 Sub-Total:50 0
Premises (Security) Diagram Provided: Score 20 20 15 10
Diagram is drawn to correct scale: Score 5 5
Diagram provides required details for premise: Score 5 5
Diagram shows the location of all security cameras: Score 5 5
Descriptions of activities to be conducted in each area of the premise 5 5
Limited-Access Areas Clearly Marked: Score 5 5
Number and Location of All Security Cameras Identified: Score 5 5
5.2 Sub-Total:50 0
Intrusion Alarm and Monitoring System Identified: Score 15 15
Name and Contact Information for Monitoring Company Provided: Score 5 5
Total Points of Entry into Premise Identified: Score 5 5
All Points of Entry to be Alarmed Identified:5 5
Type of Alarm Identified (motion, infrared, glass break, etc.): Score 10 10
Backup Power Supply Identified: Score 10 10
5.3 Sub-Total:50 0
5.2.3 Description of cannabis activity that will be conducted in each area of the premise. Commercial cannabis activities that must be identified on the diagram/site plan may include but are not limited to the following if applicable to
the business operations; storage areas, batch sampling areas, loading/unloading of shipment areas, packaging and labeling, customer sales areas, training areas, employee break room areas, extractions, infusions, processing, and
testing areas.
5.1 The Security Plan shall be prepared and/or assessed by a professional security consultant.(50 points possible)
5.2.4 Limited-access areas, defined as areas in which cannabis goods are stored or held and only accessible to permittees, or its employees or contractors and areas used for video surveillance monitoring and storage devices
(Pursuant to CCR Title 16, Division 42, §5000 (m) Limited-Access Area and §5042 Limited-Access Area.
5.2.5 Number and location of all video surveillance cameras. (50 points possible)
5.3 Identify intrusion alarm and monitoring system including the name and contact information for the monitoring company (if the company has been selected).(50 points possible)
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5.2 Premises (Security) Diagram. In addition to diagrams submitted for other sections of the application, applicants are expected to submit a premises diagram (or site plan) which, focuses on the proposed security measures and how
they relate to the overall business. (Pursuant to CCR Title 16, Division 42, §5006. Premises Diagram).
5.2.1 The diagram shall be accurate, dimensioned and to scale (minimum scale ¼"). The scale may be smaller if the proposed location exceeds more than a 1/2-acre parcel but must not be printed on larger than an 11" x 17" sheet of
paper. (Blueprints and engineering site plans are not required at this point of the application process)
5.2.2 The diagram must be drawn to scale and clearly identify property boundaries, entrances, exits, interior partitions, walls, rooms, windows, and doorways. The activity in each room and the location of all cameras must be
identified in the diagram.
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Written Cash-Handling Procedure Provided: Score 30 30 20 15
Dual-Custody is Practiced for all cash handling: Score 10 10
Video Surveillance Used to Monitor All Cash Handling: Score 20 20
Armored Car Service Used for Bank Deposits: Score 10 10
All Cash Deposited weekly with Bank: Score 10 10
Onsite Vault Provided to Secure Cash Prior to Bank Deposit: Score 20 20
5.4 Sub-Total:100 0
CCB will use onsite security guards: Score 10 10
All onsite guards will be licensed and bonded: Score 10 10
All onsite security guards will be licensed to carry firearms: Score 10 10
Onsite security guards will be on duty before CCB opens for business: Score 10 10
Onsite security guards will be on duty after CCB closes for business: Score 10 10
5.5 Sub-Total:50 0
Section 5 Total:300 0
Section 1: Business Plan Total Points:
Section 2: Social Policy & Local Enterprise Total Points:
Section 3: Neighborhood Compatibility Total Points:
Section 4: Safety Plan Total Points:
Section 5: Security Plan Total Points:
Total Points Achieved:
PASS
TOTAL SCORE
5.4 Briefly describe cash handling procedures which covers day to day transactions with customers, vendors armor carrier vehicles and transporting it to the bank.(100 points possible)
5.5 Discuss whether the CCB will utilize the services of on-site security guards. Include in the discussion: (50 points possible)
5.5.1 Number of guards.
5.5.2 Hours guards will be on-site.
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5.5.3 Locations at which they will be positioned.
5.5.4 Guards' roles and responsibilities.
OFFICE OF THE CITY MANAGER
December 10, 2021
Chane Johnson
Re: Notification of Eligibility & Provision of Technical Assistance
The City of Fresno Office of Cannabis Oversight has completed its eligibility
review for the following Commercial Cannabis Business (CCB) Permit
Social Equity applicant:
Chane Johnson
Jukkuh
CSE-21-102
Based on the information provided, your application is considered eligible
and will move on to Phase II Review: Provision of Technical Assistance and
Application Review.
Please note: the following evaluation criteria must be uploaded to your
application in the City of Fresno Cannabis Permit Portal at
https://fresnoca.viewpointcloud.com/
by 4:00 p.m. on March 4, 2022. Please see Appendix A of the Application
Procedures for detailed information on the requirements:
Section 1: Business Plan
Section 2: Social Policy and Local Enterprise Plan
Section 3: Neighborhood Compatibility Plan
Section 7: Community Benefits and Investments Plan
As a qualified Social Equity applicant, you are eligible for technical
assistance as you prepare the remaining requirements of your CCB Permit
application. To access technical assistance please contact the following
technical assistance provider and identify yourself as a City of Fresno
Cannabis Social Equity applicant:
Company: Make Green Go
Contact: La Wanda Knox, Project Manager
E-mail: equity@makegreengo.com
*Please complete this online form to register your technical assistance
request: https://zfrmz.com/m9uzCSgRYX5YZHSFCf23
Utilizing technical assistance is not required and is at the discretion of the
applicant. Technical assistance will be provided, at no cost, to eligible
cannabis social equity applicants for the following:
1. Business Plan Development
2. Satisfying the Social Policy Requirement (FMC Section Sec. 9-
3316(b))
a. Hosting/Funding Expungement Clinics or related outreach
b. Crafting an environmentally sustainable business model
3. Satisfying the Neighborhood Compatibility Requirement (includes Odor
Control Plan, Waste Disposal, Nuisance Abatement)
4. A detailed plan identifying specific business and social goals of your
organization, as well as strategies for achieving them.
5. Assistance securing business locations prior to or during the
application process
6. Assistance securing capital investments (excluding loans and grants
from the City)
7. Assistance in recruiting, training, and retention of a qualified/diverse
workforce.
You will receive notification confirming the completion of the Phase II review.
Upon successful completion of Phase II requirements, your application will
proceed to Phase III Review of Proposed Location and Proof of Capital.
You will be required to upload documents demonstrating capitalization and
evaluation criteria about your proposed location (Application Procedures,
Appendix A, Section 6) by 4:00 p.m. on March 25, 2022.
Thank you,
Office of Cannabis Oversight
Office of the City Manager
City of Fresno
Phone (559) 621-5555
E-mail: Cannabis.Regs@fresno.gov