Redondo Beach City Council reacts as cannabis initiative qualifies for ballot

by Garth Meyer On a 4-1 vote Jan. 18, the Redondo Beach City Council approved a motion to direct the Planning Commission to draft an ordinance that would allow two cannabis retailers in Redondo, impose a five percent fee on cannabis sales and restrict the locations where the stores could be located. Councilmember Nils Nehrenheim cast the dissenting vote.The council also discussed a city-wide survey asking residents their opinions on allowing cannabis retailers in town.“Off to the plan