The regulations of this chapter are subject to the enabling
authority of the State of New Jersey and are subject to compliance
with all statutes and/or regulations adopted by the State of New Jersey
or its instrumentalities, including the Commission. If any provision
of this chapter is inconsistent with state statutes and/or regulations,
the state statutes and/or regulations shall prevail.
The purpose of this chapter is to enable the Township of Middle
to take effective action to assure that all cannabis-related businesses
advance the requirements of their licensure as regulated by the State
of New Jersey, by ensuring the citizens of the Township of Middle
are provided ample opportunity to participate within this new industry
while advancing community development initiatives, including but not
limited to social-justice-related programming, job training, enhanced
recreational opportunities, public health and drug prevention education,
and/or support thereof.