Editor's Note: While this article points out that Lewiston's push to legalize recreational use of marijuana would have "more political significance than practical effect, since local police say they would still enforce state laws against marijuana possession," this move would still set a major precedent for other cities aiming to further the cause of legalization.
The City Council puts the proposal on the Nov. 4 ballot rather than approving it, making Lewiston the second Maine city this year to schedule a referendum on the drug.
The Lewiston City Council voted unanimously Monday night to schedule a vote Nov. 4 on a proposal to legalize recreational use of marijuana in the city.
The council had the option of approving the proposed ordinance change, but decided to send the question directly to voters. Lewiston is the second city to schedule a vote on marijuana legalization for November, along with South Portland.
