Confusion Surrounds Temporary Closing of Medical Cannabis Dispensary

In June 2019, the Marco Island City Council voted to approve medical marijuana dispensaries in appropriately zoned locations on the island. This decision followed considerable debate and emotional and poignant testimony from patients, their families and friends who want to fill medical cannabis prescriptions locally, rather than traveling to Bonita Springs. 

Over the last week, the internet was filled with rumors and accusations when residents learned that Code Enforcement had cited Marco’s first and only Medical Cannabis Dispensary. The sale of CBD, CBG and CBN products remain available from other locations on the island.

On Monday, April 4, after celebrating its Grand Opening the previous weekend, it was discovered that MUV never completed the proper paperwork to receive its required Zoning Certificate. Code Enforcement subsequently cited the company for operating without a Zoning Certificate. All businesses on Marco Island are required to file the proper paperwork to receive that certificate.

Social media exploded with unfounded rumors and unsubstantiated theories as to the cause of MUV Marco Island’s temporary suspension of operations. MUV management subsequently began the process of filing the required paperwork for a Zoning Certificate.

MUV is part of Verano Holdings Corp., a leading multi-state cannabis company that operates 44 dispensaries throughout Florida.

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