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Grow Class Enrollment Grows Like a WeedWeedbay.net 10-21-2006 Oaksterdam Grow class is always nice but today’s class was a sight for sore eyes. The place was packed and it’s great to see so many active patients gathered together for the common cause of providing for ones self and helping each other. The curriculum for the class was less structured and more just a social type gathering, absent from class was the blackboard that had taught us a lot in the previous classes. But the inspiration and teaching did continue with an open floor question and answer session that covered powder mildew, Dr. Todd and his family, forums and web sites, cloning and of course the ‘Wonders of Cannabis” event next weekend at Golden Gate Park.  Close up of the purple kush in all her glory. Wonders of Cannabis http://www.wondersofcannabis.com Quote: Ed is facing charges that again could send him away for life. He’s a pioneer of the MMJ movement and if Ed does well the MMJ community does well. When Ed is in trouble the community at large is at risk. I know a lot of the grow class is going, I’ll be there and I’ll take the some space here to push the event. Admission is $20 and it helps a great cause. If you are poor you should have no shame because you can volunteer at a meeting this Monday or Tuesday and get in for free and also volunteers get VIP access, you’ll be medicating with Ed.  She's a lady. Measure Z http://www.taxandregulate.org/measurez.htm Quote: A lot of cities are considering this type of law like this one on the ballot in Oakland. Summary: This proposed ordinance would require that the City of Oakland establish a system to license, tax and regulate cannabis for adult use as soon as possible under California law and adopt regulations regarding licensing and taxation of businesses that sell cannabis. The proposed ordinance makes investigation, citation, and arrest for private adult cannabis offenses Oakland's lowest law enforcement priority. This is showing that 65% of the voters feel this laws time has come. Take a look at the site and see what you think. Americans for Safe Access http://www.safeaccessnow.org Certainly all patients know these guys and they had a rep from the South Bay area (who it was nice to meet, btw) and they are willing to help patients in distress. Whether you face legal or financial problems this is one place to go with an online presence second to none. NORML http://www.canorml.org/ NORML was there also, they are another patient and user resource we already know who they are, right patients? More gals than normal showed up but one lady there sort of stole the show. Unfortunately she won’t be with us much longer but I did manage to take a few pictures of her before she heads off to that great chop in the sky. The purple kush grow class group shot was taken so patients not wanting to appear on the web had time to scatter leaving a sizable group. Our teacher stands over a ready to harvest purple kush female that was absolutely flawless. She was grown in coco and fed on Advance Sensi A+B and very few other additives. Sometimes only pictures can tell the story.  Oaksterdam news pulled up in their new horseless carriage and what a marvelous machine it is. From 1929 it’s a Ford Model T. The proud driver poses with copies of the paper as she makes her way on the daily route. She’s hard to drive but this fellow makes it look smooth and easy.  We are over running the Bulldog and after a break grow class will return possibly at the gift shop on 15th. Richard is the Bulldog’s owner and allowed the class to have the run of the place and couldn’t be a more gracious host. He’s also the Mayor of Oaksterdam and kudos to him for his hospitality. I want to get an interview with him next time, it’s a good idea to let our reader base meet him.  Trick or treat? Well there were treats for the class in the form of Purple Kush Clones available at the SR71 dispensary. You needed a note from teacher though, as supplies are limited. They were $8 but I’m about the only student that didn’t take advantage. I really have no room for adoptions, sucks for me. People came from far and wide to get them though, and there were no complaints. There was a bit more medicating than normally allowed in the class this time, did I mention what we were smoking? The Purple Kush was well grown and tasty and potent.  I’ve seen the other students bring in treats for the teacher ( that plate of Hawian BBQ looked killer from a couple months ago.) So I went over to the OCBC to see what they might have that the teacher might like. Of course as soon as I stepped into the OCBC I got a firm reprimand about skipping class – until I explained I needed a gift for the teacher and at that point they slapped me on the back and helped me decide on metal magnetic grinder. She's a beauty and I picked up one for myself aswell. He’s a pillar in the community and we’ll stick with him through thick and thin. Thanks buddy.  See you next time old friends. Great to see Geezer, Mars, the other Richard, Party toker and all I forgot. Also to the other webmasters there too. Stay safe. |
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 For Immediate Release–October 19, 2006 Contact: William Dolphin 510-919-1498Medical Marijuana Policy Signed by CHP, Attorney General, Governor ASA Lawsuit Settlement Yields Binding “Consent Decree” and $75,000 in Legal Fees California’s medical marijuana patients are now protected from arrest and seizure of their marijuana, thanks to a binding agreement between an advocacy group and state officials. The signed agreement settles a lawsuit filed last February against the California Highway Patrol by Americans for Safe Access (ASA) on behalf of qualified medical cannabis patients who had lost their medicine in CHP traffic stops. CHP had a policy of seizing any cannabis found, regardless of whether the officer was shown patient documentation or not. On August 22, 2005, as a result of the lawsuit, CHP adopted a new policy that respects the rights of qualified patients to possess and transport medical cannabis. The new settlement agreement – signed by CHP officials and counsel for Attorney General Bill Lockyer and Governor Schwarzenegger – makes binding the policy adopted last year. Qualified patients, whether they have a state ID card or not, are allowed to have either the quantities specified by SB420 or the local county guideline amounts, whichever is greater. “We’re urging local officials around the state to adopt similar law enforcement policies,” said Kris Hermes, ASA legal campaign director. “Medical cannabis patients have rights under the law that must be respected, and this consent decree acknowledges that.” As part of the settlement, ASA received reimbursement of $75,000 in legal fees for prosecuting the case. ASA received the money yesterday. “California’s private attorney general statute encourages concerned citizens to fix flawed policy through litigation and allows for the award of attorney fees where appropriate," said Joe Elford, ASA Chief Counsel. "This case corrects an egregious policy that completely ignored the right of sick and dying Californians to possess marijuana for medical use.” The new consent decree is at http://www.safeaccessnow.org/downlo...Settlement.pdf. A photo of ASA staff members with an enlargement of the $75,000 check can be seen at http://www.safeaccessnow.org/img/or...Settlement.jpg. The CHP policy that went in to effect in August 2005 is at http://www.safeaccessnow.org/downlo...icy_update.pdf. | ||
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 Harborside Health Center NOW OPEN in OAKLANDThe Harborside Health Center (HHC) is now open to serve patients at 1840 Embarcadero, in Oakland CA. HHC is a not-for-profit community oriented medical cannabis dispensary, offering: *abundant, free & secure on-site parking *large selection of flowers, concentrates, clones, edibles *full disabled access: lift, restroom, service counter *beautiful waterfront location, close to parks and restaurants *knowledgeable, courteous, & diverse staff *fully secure facility *free holistic health care clinic some patient reviews: just got back from harborside, this place has huge potential. The staff here are excellent. They are friendly, helpful, knowledgeable, and clearly qualified for their respective positions. Their opening day selection may leave something to be desired but the intensive care grand daddy is top notch and some of the others look pretty decent as well. This is a patient and caregiver collective, they do not force you to designate them as your caregiver in the way many other clubs do. These people are on the up and up, and are clearly trying to provide safe access to medicine for patients while also providing services above and beyond the call of duty. I'd say this place reminds me of BPG, just a lot more classy and a lot less hippy-style(not meant to be derogatory to hippies. this club is a keeper, folks... the space is clean & bright, with tons of natural light coming in from the windows (yes, you can see in from outside). and the staff is as friendly & professional as they come, too. at this point they've got edibles, extracts, a few clones (jack flash, the odious HMW skunk & a couple others) and a decent though small selection of herbs (a little outdoor, some purples & a few other odds 'n ends). they're striving to have over thirty different varieties to choose from-- a noble goal if there ever was one. go check this place out & give them the business... they deserve it! as for harborside - oh my gawd! makes the BPG look like a soup kitchen. We stopped by because we'd heard that they were opening this month and were curious to see the space. We got a little preview (lucked into someone working on the space who gave us a mini tour) and can't wait - this is the club Oakland has been waiting for! Classy, classy, classy. Great BIG space with lots of room in the dispensory and seperate rooms for classes, massage, counseling, etc. If the herb lives up to the space I may just park my car in their big 'ole lot and move into it. I was able to visit the ultra clean, brand new facility @ Harborsie health center 1840 embarcadero in oakland and I was highly impressed. Upon entrance I was greeted in with a handshake and after being properly checked by security I was instructed into there oreintation room. It was a painless verification process and although I had ocbc my compadre had medicann and his sf card and was able to get verification painless as well. The staff was courteous and they seemed like they were eager to get to helping me. Med selection: About 15 different varieties (could be more) 8ths range from $50-60 donation and they have some great concentrates as well. I purchased some Intensive care granddady Purple that was topnotch both in curing and effect.The jarred meds they sell are all sealed and weigh 3.5 grams (checked on my scale at home) They also had some killer sour deisel best i'd seen in a long time for 55 and some odd 5 purple strains, For patients on a budget they had purple budlets wich were the same purple nugs they had just smaller for 30$ quite a deal if you ask me.. and for you edible fans they had the standard butter bros products and a couple extras Im sure once they get going they will have a lot more.. Overall Vibe: Im glad they gave these people the permits to operate this faciltiy because they seem really decdicated to helping patients they have such a huge facility with holistic massage rooms, really nice clean bathrooms and the best part is that the counters. the counters are sort of magnified i guess in wich the buds are very visible and sit on nice glass plates wich are very visible unlike some places where you gotta bend down and get on your knees to look at whats in the bottom of the case.. The place really gives off a more medical vibe than most places and they had a kinda spiritual vibe that i dug in there.. overall Im glad that this place is the feauture of oaksterdamm and I know once the secret gets out this place will be flooded with business.. bottom line: If your in oakland this is the place..easy freeway acess,good staff and most importantly good meds.. -Influence420 Contact: Web: harborsidehealthcenter.com Phone: 510- 533-0147 Address: 1840 Embarcadero, Oakland CA 94606 | ||
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 Agents Raid Medical Marijuana Dispensary(CBS) PALM SPRINGS Federal and local officers converged on a medical marijuana dispensary in Palm Springs Wednesday to execute a search warrant, authorities said. The warrant was being served at 1733 N. Palm Canyon Drive by officers with the Palm Springs Narcotics Task Force and agents from the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration, according to the DEA's Sarah Pullen. The raid came one day after the Riverside County Board of Supervisors voted 4-1 to formally ban marijuana dispensaries in unincorporated county areas, which does not apply to city areas like Palm Springs. Supervisor Roy Wilson, who represents the area around Palm Springs and eastward to Blythe, was the lone dissenter. He said the county ban is in defiance of state law that requires local governments to establish ways for patients to obtain "medical" marijuana. The supervisors stopped short of an outright prohibition on marijuana-growing cooperatives, but did ban the distribution of marijuana to "caregivers," qualified patients or patients with a state identification card even at marijuana-growing co-ops that are legal under California law. Riverside County also joined San Diego and San Bernardino counties in a court challenge of state medical marijuana laws, which are at odds with federal law, which bans the sale of marijuana. Supervisor **** Stone, a former pharmacist, said the board is seeking clarity in the courts about conflicting state and federal laws. Voters in 12 states, including California, have decriminalized medical marijuana. | ||
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 Federal Agents Make Multiple Marijuana Raids In SFOctober 3, 2006 http://www.nbc11.com/news/9992594/detail.html SAN FRANCISCO -- Federal drug enforcement agents Tuesday raided a medical cannabis dispensary in San Francisco's Mission District. The raid happened at Mission Caregivers, located at 1756 Mission St. Federal police and drug enforcement agents loaded into a van computers, printers and boxes labeled "MJ & Hash" at about 1 p.m. after raiding the dispensary. According to a federal agent who did not give his name, the raid was part of a "large-scale trafficking" operation and also part of an ongoing investigation. Kevin Reed, the owner of the now-defunct Green Cross medical marijuana dispensary and who was at the raid, said that several patients were lined up and taken away in handcuffs. "At least half of the dispensaries in San Francisco are closing down because of (this) raid," he said. The DEA said it performed multiple searches Tuesday. U.S. Attorney Kevin Ryan was at the raid. He said he needs to get out more and be on scene, which is why he appeared at one of Tuesday's raids. Four people were arrested and one person was detained during the raids, NBC11 reported. Members of the community protested on the streets during the Mission Street raid. At least 20 protestors and members of the community stood outside and chanted "DEA, go away!" and "Patients rights!" on the street outside Mission Caregivers, at 1756 Mission St. ----------------------------------------------------------------------- Four arrested in raid of S.F. pot dispensary Demian Bulwa and Marisa Lagos SF Chronicle October 3, 2006 (10-03) 13:23 PDT SAN FRANCISCO -- A medical marijuana dispensary in San Francisco was raided by federal agents this morning, authorities said. Drug Enforcement Administration spokeswoman Casey McEnry would not offer details of the "law enforcement action," citing a sealed search warrant. She said the warrant was served at 10 a.m. at a "marijuana distribution center," but refused to give an address. At 12:45 p.m., federal agents brought five people out of the front door of 790 Tennessee St., a brick and stucco warehouse building with blacked-out windows and at least three surveillance cameras on the outside. A federal agent at the scene indicated that three men and a woman had been arrested and another woman had been detained for questioning. Neighbors said there has been a long-standing rumor -- fueled by the smell of cannabis -- that marijuana was being grown in the building, which is located just off 19th Street east of Highway 280. The building has a logo hung outside leftover from a former business, but no other signage. Under Proposition 215, passed by voters in 1996, it is legal in California to use medicinal marijuana with the recommendation of a doctor, and San Francisco is home to a number of marijuana clubs. Federal anti-drug laws, however, contain no such exemption for cannabis. E-mail the writers at dbulwa@sfchronicle.com and mlagos@sfchronicle.com. URL: http://sfgate.com/cgi-bin/article.cg...AGJTLHIUT7.DTL | ||
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 Pot Busts Exceed Arrests for Violent Crimes Nationallyby Megan Tady http://newstandardnews.net/content/index.cfm?items=3690 Sept. 21 - A person is arrested for a marijuana-related crime every 40 seconds in the United States, according to data from an FBI report released this week. The annual Uniform Crime Report announced that a record 786,545 marijuana-related arrests were made in 2005. The number comprised almost 43 percent of all drug arrests in the country and exceeded the total number of arrests for all violent crimes in the US. Eighty-seven percent of the marijuana-related arrests were for possession of the drug. "These numbers belie the myth that police do not target and arrest minor marijuana offenders," said Allen St. Pierre, executive director of the National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws (NORML), in a press statement. "This effort is a tremendous waste of criminal-justice resources that diverts law enforcement personnel away from focusing on serious and violent crime." | ||
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 For Immediate Release–September 29, 2006 Contact: Rebecca Saltzman 510-251-1856 x308Federal Raids on Modesto Medical Marijuana Dispensary Spark Statewide Protests | ||
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