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LEDfoot · 06-14-2013, 04:50 AM

[seattletimes.com blog]
June 13, 2013 at 4:30 PM

Seattle tells state regulators it wants pot tourism
Posted by Bob Young

The city of Seattle embraces pot tourism and wants state regulators to consider allowing private clubs for visitors to consume marijuana in, according to a letter sent to state regulators by City Attorney Pete Holmes.

Mayor Mike McGinn supports the letter. City Council President Sally Clark said the council has not formally approved it. “That’s not to say anybody wouldn’t be on board with it,” Clark said. “But I haven’t had enough involvement with the detail yet to know if I’d want to sign on to the letter.”

The letter from Holmes, a sponsor of the state’s new adult recreational pot law, was sent Monday, the last day for comments on the state’s initial draft rules for a legal seed-to-store system.

It also asked the state Liquor Control Board to allow outdoor growing — which would likely occur east of the Cascades — and study the possibility of allowing delivery services.

As for private clubs, the new pot law does not allow consumption “in view of the general public.” Other state laws allow landlords to bar tenants from smoking, and they prohibit tourists from lighting up in bars, restaurants and most hotel rooms. ”For renters and tourists, allowing marijuana use in certain types of establishments other than private residents (sic) may be the only mechanism to enjoy marijuana.”

“This is both a race & social justice and an economic development issue,” the letter continued. “Renters and tourists should not be forced to use marijuana in parks or sidewalks.”

A spokesman for the liquor board, which is charged with creating rules for the new system, said private clubs and delivery services have not been viewed favorably in staff discussions. But he noted that the appointed board members have final say on decisions.

There are two apparent ways for tourists to work around existing rules when state-regulated stores open next year. They could buy and consume pot-infused edibles or liquids. Or, they could vaporize their pot using devices that heat marijuana and release key chemicals without igniting dried plant matter. Instead of creating smoke, users inhale vapors.

BigSteve · 08-26-2013, 01:49 AM

So are they saying I can vape in the parks and it's all good?

Me and the Volcano will have to go on an adventure!

relic1981 · 09-17-2013, 08:18 PM

ill be in Seattle for 3 days coming up. I'm from norcal and have my 215... what should i expect... can i smoke outside or is it still not allowed in public? i dont want my meds seized! i have heard SPD is pretty cool for a bunch of men ( and women) in blue.

**yortbogey** · 09-17-2013, 08:22 PM

no public smoke out.... keep it private...the law is very liberal , just don't flaunt it... or rub it in there face....part of the gimmick w/ i502, is the tourist.... taking advantage of these laws... and following them accordingly those that go buck wild... will then be paying the price in Seattle court....

trichrider · 09-17-2013, 08:29 PM

^^^werd!^^^
just be smart.

canna woop! · 09-17-2013, 09:16 PM

Yes and if you go to n'tl areas then do not be loud. Do not throw garbage in the water. Be friendly to the n'tl govt workers

JamesFarmer · 09-29-2013, 07:29 PM

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Originally Posted by BigSteve

So are they saying I can vape in the parks and it's all good?

Me and the Volcano will have to go on an adventure!

No.

Per the law you cannot consume in view of the public. If you are in "private" (hotel room,apartment) and it is a non-smoking facility you may not smoke but you can cape it consume edibles.

To smoke 420 without breaking the rules you must be out of view of the public and in a place that smoking is allowed.

If you are in a place that you can legally drink a beer and smoke a cigarette then you can smoke a joint.

JamesFarmer · 09-29-2013, 07:33 PM

You may,however, easily "get away with" consuming edibles or eCigarette in public.

Hash Zeppelin · 09-29-2013, 08:51 PM

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Originally Posted by LEDfoot

[seattletimes.com blog]
June 13, 2013 at 4:30 PM

Seattle tells state regulators it wants pot tourism
Posted by Bob Young

SWEET!

before this bill even passed we were all hoping Seattle or Denver would become the U.S. Amsterdam. I really hope they can pull this off.

sal opette · 11-27-2014, 12:56 PM

So how is the situation now?

Look like I might be in Seattle as a tourist in the spring

What is the score? can I go to a pot shop?

06-14-2013, 04:50 AM	#1
LEDfoot Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Posts: 125	Seattle Wants Pot Tourists [seattletimes.com blog] June 13, 2013 at 4:30 PM Seattle tells state regulators it wants pot tourism Posted by Bob Young The city of Seattle embraces pot tourism and wants state regulators to consider allowing private clubs for visitors to consume marijuana in, according to a letter sent to state regulators by City Attorney Pete Holmes. Mayor Mike McGinn supports the letter. City Council President Sally Clark said the council has not formally approved it. “That’s not to say anybody wouldn’t be on board with it,” Clark said. “But I haven’t had enough involvement with the detail yet to know if I’d want to sign on to the letter.” The letter from Holmes, a sponsor of the state’s new adult recreational pot law, was sent Monday, the last day for comments on the state’s initial draft rules for a legal seed-to-store system. It also asked the state Liquor Control Board to allow outdoor growing — which would likely occur east of the Cascades — and study the possibility of allowing delivery services. As for private clubs, the new pot law does not allow consumption “in view of the general public.” Other state laws allow landlords to bar tenants from smoking, and they prohibit tourists from lighting up in bars, restaurants and most hotel rooms. ”For renters and tourists, allowing marijuana use in certain types of establishments other than private residents (sic) may be the only mechanism to enjoy marijuana.” “This is both a race & social justice and an economic development issue,” the letter continued. “Renters and tourists should not be forced to use marijuana in parks or sidewalks.” A spokesman for the liquor board, which is charged with creating rules for the new system, said private clubs and delivery services have not been viewed favorably in staff discussions. But he noted that the appointed board members have final say on decisions. There are two apparent ways for tourists to work around existing rules when state-regulated stores open next year. They could buy and consume pot-infused edibles or liquids. Or, they could vaporize their pot using devices that heat marijuana and release key chemicals without igniting dried plant matter. Instead of creating smoke, users inhale vapors.
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relic1981 Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: emerald triangle... heaven is in the 707 Posts: 884	ill be in Seattle for 3 days coming up. I'm from norcal and have my 215... what should i expect... can i smoke outside or is it still not allowed in public? i dont want my meds seized! i have heard SPD is pretty cool for a bunch of men ( and women) in blue. __________________ TRUE KARMA gotta give to receive current medical grow: gsc forum cut, 303 kush, platinum og, herijuana og, sour bubble, loompa's HB and purple urkle under 10 1k lights scrog set up, 3 gallon grow backs with house and garden coco (best coco i have found yet (humboldt flower company's royal gold coco is a close 2nd. i use there basement mix with great results but the house and garden coco is the best i have seen, blows canna away) averaging 1.1 grams per watt in coco with house and garden full line. full strength 0.9 g/w using heavy 16 full line at full strength in coco (house and garden loose coco or Humboldt flower co's royal gold basement mix) overgrow the government. Legit 215 patient, cannabis enthusiast, advocate, care taker and connoisseur. Founder and Directer of Lost Coast Patient Sharing Program.
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yortbogey To Have More ... Desire Less Join Date: Sep 2008 Posts: 10,983	no public smoke out.... keep it private...the law is very liberal , just don't flaunt it... or rub it in there face....part of the gimmick w/ i502, is the tourist.... taking advantage of these laws... and following them accordingly those that go buck wild... will then be paying the price in Seattle court.... __________________ i got a river for a soul... Darlin' I'm a nightmare... Dressed like a daydream~~~
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trichrider THEORETICAL Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: between CB1 and the singularity. Posts: 7,046	^^^werd!^^^ just be smart. __________________ "I'm not always a dick...but when I am, I drink cheap beer".
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BigSteve Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Spokane Posts: 167	So are they saying I can vape in the parks and it's all good? Me and the Volcano will have to go on an adventure!
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canna woop! Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Warshinton Posts: 729	Yes and if you go to n'tl areas then do not be loud. Do not throw garbage in the water. Be friendly to the n'tl govt workers
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09-29-2013, 07:33 PM	#8
JamesFarmer Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Posts: 375	You may,however, easily "get away with" consuming edibles or eCigarette in public.
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11-27-2014, 12:56 PM	#10
sal opette Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: 5?Degrees Posts: 206	So how is the situation now? Look like I might be in Seattle as a tourist in the spring What is the score? can I go to a pot shop?
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