Cannabis Licensing
Overview
Mission Statement
To create the licensing and regulatory framework, at the local level, that balances medical use, adult recreational use, and the health, safety and welfare of residents and businesses within Santa Cruz County, while reducing harm associated with illegal activities.
Department Overview
The Cannabis Licensing Office was formed to implement State legislative actions for the regulation of medical and adult recreational cannabis use. The Office strives to develop and maintain an effective regulatory and licensing program that ensures consistent licensing and compliance within the cannabis industry.
Budget Summary
Department Budget Overview
Budget Summary of Changes
The Cannabis Licensing Office budget removes the costs for a 0.25 full-time equivalent (FTE) Resource Planner IV. This Resource Planner IV position was transferred to the Community Development and Infrastructure Department in 2022-23, with 0.25 FTE allocated to the Cannabis Licensing Office to complete work in progress at that time. Increases in salaries and benefits reflect negotiated cost increases only. Increases in services and supplies reflect the cost escalations for Sheriff Services, offset by reductions in professional services. Reductions in revenues for Civil Penalties of $50,000 reflect reduced illegal activities, and therefore, reduced fine revenues.
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Department Operations and Performance
Budget Details
The charts below show department expenditures and revenues by division and service. Click on the pie charts to drill down for more detail. Complete detail can be found on the County's Transparency Portal.
Expenses by Service
Expenses and Revenues over time
Personnel Details
The chart below provides the department personnel detail by division, service, and classification.
Footnotes
Indicates change from FY 2022-23 Adjusted Funded Positions (including Board-approved mid-year changes as of April 1, 2023).