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 article 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 Borough of Paulsboro 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 Borough of Paulsboro 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.