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Lone Southwest Michigan Marijuana Testing Lab Allowed to Stay Open

The Spott Laboratory may stay open while it seeks a state license.

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KALAMAZOO, MI -- The only medical marijuana safety compliance facility in Southwest Michigan will be allowed to stay open while it seeks a state license.

Kalamazoo's City Commission has yet to consider an ordinance allowing five types medical marijuana facilities legalized by the state. Monday, it passed an ordinance allowing The Spott Laboratory, located at 901 Riverview Dr., to remain open while a decision on other facilities is reached.

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In the meantime, owner Linda Palmatier will seek a license with the state's Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs. The application period opened Dec. 15, and Palmatier is required to to apply for a license before Feb. 15, 2018.

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If an ordinance was not adopted, the business would be required to cease and desist before making application to the state for a license. City Commissioners felt the move was necessary to protect public health while the application is processed.

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