City of Sunland Park | Community Development Department
Cannabis Public Meeting
Proposed Outdoor Cannabis Consumption Lounge Ordinance
Monday, November 9, 2026 · 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Date
Monday, November 9, 2026
Time
10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Location
Sunland Park Multi-Generational Center
4700 McNutt Road
Sunland Park, NM 88063
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Meeting ID: 249 403 640 262 77
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About This Meeting
Join the Community Development Department to review the proposed Outdoor Cannabis Consumption Lounge Ordinance, discuss its key requirements, and share your feedback before the ordinance goes to formal consideration.
This is a staff-led meeting to gather public input, not a public hearing. No action will be taken and no votes will be held.
Agenda
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Welcome and Meeting Objectives
- Introductions and purpose of the public meeting
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Ordinance Overview
- Purpose and proposed locations
- Entertainment District Overlay and residential separation
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Special Use Permit Requirements
- Application and approval process
- Review criteria and permit conditions
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Design and Operational Standards
- Site design, screening, and odor control
- Operating hours, security, and public safety
- Parking, access, and neighborhood impacts
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Business Registration
- Local business registration and licensing requirements
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Compliance and Enforcement
- Inspections and violations
- Coordination with Code Enforcement and complaint response procedures
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Roundtable Session
- Live Mentimeter polls and interactive questions
- Recommended changes to the ordinance
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Next Steps and Adjournment