ADRIAN, Mich. — Lenawee County is set to receive more than $1 million as part of Michigan’s marijuana revenue-sharing program, with communities such as Addison, Adrian and Morenci standing to benefit.
The funding comes from the state’s Marijuana Regulation Fund, which distributes tax revenue from licensed cannabis businesses to local governments. Residents of Adrian are hopeful the money will improve local infrastructure and public services.
“I’ve seen it grow up so that the whole medical marijuana industry really helps with roads, schools and just funding to better the city,” said Patrick Underhill, a lifelong Adrian resident.
According to state officials, 108 cities, 36 villages, 80 townships, 74 counties and four tribal entities across Michigan will receive payments in the coming days. Local governments and tribes can determine how to best allocate the funds. This allows for investments into local public safety, community development, education and other essential services.
Nicole Hernandez, owner of MSC 3 Medical & Recreational Cannabis Dispensary in Adrian, believes the money will have a visible impact on the community.
“Beautifying the city itself— the parks, things that would benefit the younger generation [and] roads. I definitely think that money is a plus and a definite added bonus to our city,” Hernandez said. “Adrian is a very small community. I believe that those funds definitely benefit of the city,” she added.
Hernandez also noted that business at her dispensary has doubled in the past year, reflecting the industry’s growth and potential to contribute even more to local economies in the future.
