Less than three weeks away from the November election, some in Northeast Ohio say the measures on the ballot have been a boon for business.
Issue 2 would legalize recreational cannabis in the state. Under the measure, Ohioans over age 21 would be allowed to grow up to 6 cannabis plants in their homes. Up to 12 plants would be permitted in households with two or more adults over 21. “Ever since it was talked about going on the ballot when they received signatures, business increased. Then, once it went on the ballot, we saw another increase,” said Victoria Jones, the owner of the Grow Wizard.
The hydroponic and indoor gardening supply store on Denison Ave has been selling products and offering advice for 20 years. Jones said though the fate of Issue 2 is still undetermined, many customers have been curious about the steps they could take if voters approved the measure.
“You get people that come in, have their questions - ‘Do you have everything I need?’ - gathering information,” she said. “Then you’ve got the go-doers: ‘I’m going to buy everything I need, and I’m going to sit, and I’m going to wait.’” Lisa Dewiel was eager to switch from narcotics for chronic pain to medical cannabis when it was legalized in Ohio.
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