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HomeMy WebLinkAboutASHE (THE GARRY FIVE, LLC)A-2017-369-22 INSURANCE NOT REQUIRED WORK MAY PROCEED CLERK OF COUNCIL OPERATING AGREEMENT FOR NON -MEDICINAL RETAIL 0: Vbkal(tj HIS pP2PAI-rJour 4i COMMERCIAL CANNABIS BUSINESSES r; This Operating Agreement ("AGREEMENT') is dated January 31, 2020, between the City of c Santa Ana, a charter city and municipal corporation ("CITY") and The Garry Five, LLC dba ASHE, a California Limited Liability Company ("OPERATOR"), collectively referred to as "the Parties". This AGREEMENT shall become effective on the date that OPERATOR o is issued a Regulatory Safety Permit by CITY for the operation of a commercial o cannabis business conducting ADULT -USE RETAIL service in whole or in part of its operations transacted and carried -on by OPERATOR at the following subject property location, 3601 West Garry Avenue, Santa Ana, CA 92704. 1. Public Benefit. A. Intent. The purpose of this Operating AGREEMENT is to ensure positive community impacts from commercial cannabis business operations through local hiring and local sourcing, community benefit and sustainable business practices, and the collection of required fees and taxes as applicable for the operation of a commercial cannabis business and to provide mitigation options to be used by CITY to compensate for impacts to CITY services, residents, and/or businesses as set forth in Santa Ana Municipal Code Chapter 40. The Parties agree that this AGREEMENT confers substantial private benefits on OPERATOR which should be balanced by commensurate public benefits. As part of the cannabis Regulatory Safety Permit process, OPERATOR agrees to enter into this AGREEMENT. OPERATOR acknowledges that CITY and OPERATOR have had extensive negotiations and proceedings prior to entering into this AGREEMENT. OPERATOR has elected to execute this AGREEMENT as it provides OPERATOR with important economic benefits. Accordingly, the Parties intend to provide consideration to the public to balance the private benefits conferred on OPERATOR by providing mitigation measures to the public and to pay for CITY services. B. Local Hiring and Sourcing. OPERATOR agrees to use its reasonable efforts to hire qualified City of Santa Ana residents living in Santa Ana to work at its commercial cannabis businesses. OPERATOR shall also use reasonable efforts to retain the services of qualified contractors and suppliers who are located in the City of Santa Ana or who employ a significant number of City of Santa Ana residents. OPERATOR shall make a good faith effort to advertise on various social media sites, at local job fairs, and through public agencies and organizations. C. Community Benefit and Sustainable Business Practices Plan. OPERATOR agrees to submit a Community Benefit and Sustainable Business Practices Plan ("Plan") to CITY that is hereby attached and incorporated into this AGREEMENT as ("EXHIBIT A"). Said Plan shall detail OPERATOR's experience working with community -based groups such as school districts, college districts, city or county agencies, non-profit organizations, artist or downtown groups. The Plan shall also include a description of OPERATOR's efforts for recruiting and hiring local persons and businesses. Said Plan must also outline commitments by OPERATOR to engage its staff in community service events or programs in the City of Santa Ana. Plan must also outline and address sustainable business practices. OPERATOR shall adequately document that it has met the Plan's obligations and commitments as a condition of renewal/extension of this AGREEMENT upon expiration of the initial term and any extensions. 2. Records Inspection. Examination and Audit. OPERATOR acknowledges and agrees that CITY is empowered under this Agreement to inspect, examine and audit OPERATOR's books and records (including tax filings and returns), to ascertain the amount of operating fees due and owing. CITY or its authorized agents shall have the power and authority to conduct a full inspection, examination and audit of such books and records (including tax filings and returns) at any reasonable time, including but not limited to, during normal business hours. In the event any such books, records, tax filings and returns cannot be made fully available within the City of Santa Ana, OPERATOR acknowledges and agrees that it shall reimburse CITY for the cost of all transportation, lodging, meals, portal-to-portal travel time, and other incidental costs reasonably incurred by CITY or its authorized agents in obtaining said full inspection, examination and audit. In the event that said records inspection, examination and audit determines that a net operating agreement fee payment deficiency of greater than Five Percent (5%) exists; OPERATOR acknowledges and agrees that it shall reimburse CITY for the full cost of said records inspection, examination and audit reasonably incurred by CITY or its authorized agents. 3. Term. This AGREEMENT shall start on the date indicated above and shall terminate on December 31, 2020 regardless of starting date unless terminated earlier in accordance with Section 9 or 10 of this AGREEMENT. The AGREEMENT will have one (1) two-year extension period until December 31, 2022 exercisable by a writing executed by the City Manager and City Attorney's Office with the approval of OPERATOR. 4. Business License Required. A valid City of Santa Ana Business License is required for all persons engaged in transacting and carrying on any commercial cannabis business activity in the City of Santa Ana. It is unlawful for any person or legal entity to commence, transact or carry -on cannabis business activity in the City of Santa Ana without first having procured a City of Santa Ana cannabis business license. 5. Operating Commercial Cannabis Business. OPERATOR shall not operate a commercial cannabis business authorized under the Santa Ana Municipal Code unless: A. It is the holder of a valid Regulatory Safety Permit issued by CITY in accordance with the procedures and requirements of Article 1 of Chapter 40, of the Santa Ana Municipal Code; and At such time as the State of California requires cannabis business facilities and businesses to hold a valid license or permit issued by the State of California, it also holds such license or permit; unless, however, such permit or license is subsequently not required by the State of California for the type of cannabis facility or business operation that is the subject of this AGREEMENT. C. OPERATOR remains in compliance with any and all other laws and regulations pertaining to commercial cannabis businesses. D. OPERATOR shall remain in compliance with the operating requirements applicable to commercial cannabis businesses contained in the City's Municipal Code. 6. OPERATOR Indemnification of CITY. A. OPERATOR will indemnify CITY from any claims, damages, injuries, or liabilities of any kind whatsoever sustained or incurred by CITY resulting from entering into this AGREEMENT, and OPERATOR's performance and/or breach of this AGREEMENT. B. OPERATOR agrees to defend, at its sole expense, any action against CITY, its agents, officers, and employees related to this AGREEMENT. OPERATOR agrees to indemnify and reimburse CITY for any court costs and attorney fees that CITY may be required to pay as a result of any legal challenge related to this AGREEMENT and/or CITY's approval of a Regulatory Safety Permit. CITY may, at its sole discretion, participate at its own expense in the defense of any such action, but such participation shall not relieve the OPERATOR of its obligation hereunder. OPERATOR Compliance with Laws. OPERATOR agrees to comply with the City of Santa Ana Charter and Municipal Code, including but not limited to Chapters 18, 21 and 40, and the laws and regulations of the State of California. 8. Default and Termination for Cause. This AGREEMENT may be terminated by CITY for cause with thirty (30) days' written notice to OPERATOR. Cause as used in this section, is defined as: A. Failure to comply with the terms of the City of Santa Ana Cannabis Regulatory Safety Permit issued to OPERATOR by CITY; B. Failure of OPERATOR to maintain a valid active City of Santa Ana Business License as the commercial cannabis business approved by the Regulatory Safety Permit and as operating; C. Failure of OPERATOR to comply with the requirements of the Community Benefits and Sustainable Business Practices Plan; D. Unauthorized transfer by OPERATOR of the City of Santa Ana cannabis business Regulatory Safety Permit issued by CITY; E. Failure by OPERATOR to accurately report gross receipts information or other data necessary for CITY to calculate/confirm operating agreement fees; F. Failure by OPERATOR to pay operating agreement fees and related reimbursement costs within thirty (30) days of the date those fees are due; G. Failure by OPERATOR to cooperate with CITY or CITY's authorized agents in any inspection, examination and audit of OPERATOR's commercial cannabis business books and records (including tax filings and returns). H. OPERATOR shall cure the default resulting from the cause for termination within thirty (30) days of the date of the notice of termination. If OPERATOR fails to cure the default within thirty (30) days of the date of the notice of termination for cause, this AGREEMENT will be terminated. I. This AGREEMENT will automatically terminate if: i. OPERATOR's Regulatory Safety Permit is revoked by CITY or is not renewed by CITY, or ii. OPERATOR transfers its Regulatory Safety Permit pursuant to Santa Ana Municipal Code section 40-12. 9. Termination Without Cause. Upon mutual written agreement of the Parties, this AGREEMENT may be terminated with thirty (30) days' notice. 10. Termination -Effect on Prior Obligations. Upon any termination of this AGREEMENT, OPERATOR's obligation to report and remit operating agreement fees due and payable under the terms of this AGREEMENT for each month or fraction of a month of a cannabis business operation engaged in within the City of Santa Ana prior to termination of this AGREEMENT shall continue to be in effect. Past due penalties and late interest charges shall continue to accrue and be applicable until all operating fees due under this AGREEMENT are paid in full. OPERATOR's liability for any remaining unpaid past due penalties and/or late interest charges shall continue until fully satisfied. 11. Remedies. A. It is acknowledged by the parties that CITY would not have entered into this AGREEMENT if it were to be liable in damages under this AGREEMENT, or with respect to this AGREEMENT or the application thereof, except as hereinafter expressly provided. B. Each of the parties hereto may pursue any remedy at law or equitable relief available for the breach of any provision of this AGREEMENT, except that CITY shall not be liable in monetary damages, unless expressly provided for in this AGREEMENT. C. Any dispute, claim or controversy arising out of or relating to this Agreement or the breach, termination, enforcement, interpretation or validity thereof, including the determination of the scope or applicability of this agreement to arbitrate, shall be determined by arbitration in Orange County California before three arbitrators. The arbitration shall be administered by JAMS pursuant to its Comprehensive Arbitration Rules and Procedures pursuant to JAMS' Streamlined Arbitration Rules and Procedures. Judgment on the Award may be entered in any court having jurisdiction. 0 This clause shall not preclude parties from seeking provisional remedies in aid of arbitration from a court of appropriate jurisdiction. 12. Reimbursement Clause. In consideration of the time and costs incurred by CITY in the drafting and implementation of this AGREEMENT, OPERATOR agrees to pay JZfj00 to CITY within thirty (30) days of execution of this AGREEMENT. 13. Attorney Fees and Costs. In any action or proceeding between CITY and OPERATOR brought to interpret or enforce this AGREEMENT, or which in any way arises out of the existence of this AGREEMENT or is based upon any term or provision contained herein, the "prevailing party" in such action or proceeding shall be entitled to recover from the non -prevailing party, in addition to all other relief to which the prevailing party may be entitled pursuant to this AGREEMENT, the prevailing party's reasonable attorneys' fees and litigation costs, in an amount to be determined by the court. The prevailing party shall be determined by the court in accordance with California Code of Civil Procedure Section 1032. Fees and costs recoverable pursuant to this Section 17 include those incurred during any appeal from an underlying judgment and in the enforcement of any judgment rendered in any such action or proceeding. 14. Notice. Any notice, tender, demand, delivery, or other communication pursuant to this AGREEMENT shall be in writing and shall be deemed to be properly given if delivered in person or mailed by first class or certified mail, postage prepaid, or sent by fax or other telegraphic communication in the manner provided in this section, to the following persons: To CITY: Clerk of the City Council City of Santa Ana 20 Civic Center Plaza (M-30) P.O. Box 1988 Santa Ana, CA 92702-1988 Fax 714-647-6956 Copies to: Executive Director— Planning and Building Agency City of Santa Ana 20 Civic Center Plaza (M-20) P.O. Box 1988 Santa Ana, California 92702-1988 Fax 714-973-1461 City Attorney City of Santa Ana 20 Civic Center Plaza (M-29) P.O. Box 1988 Santa Ana, California 92702-1988 Fax 714-647-6515 To OPERATOR: Vivian Khong The Garry Five, LLC dba ASHE 3601 W.Garry Avenue SANTA ANA, CA 92704 Tel (714) 717-9896 Email vikhongl@yahoo.com A party may change its address by giving signed notice in writing to the other party. Thereafter, any communication shall be addressed and transmitted to the new address. If sent by mail, communication shall be effective or deemed to have been given three (3) days after it has been deposited in the United States mail, duly registered or certified, with postage prepaid, and addressed as set forth above. If sent by fax or email document attachment, communication shall be effective or deemed to have been given twenty-four (24) hours after the time set forth on the transmission report issued by the transmitting facsimile machine, addressed as set forth above. For purposes of calculating these time frames, weekends, federal, state, County or City holidays, or City Hall closure dates shall be excluded. 15. Exclusivity and Amendment. This AGREEMENT represents the complete and exclusive statement between CITY and OPERATOR, and supersedes any and all other agreements, oral or written, between the parties. This AGREEMENT may not be modified except by written instrument signed by CITY and by an authorized representative of OPERATOR. Each party to this AGREEMENT acknowledges that no representations, inducements, promises or agreements, orally or otherwise, have been made by any party, or anyone acting on behalf of any party, which are not embodied herein. 16. Assignment. OPERATOR may not assign or transfer any interest herein without the prior written consent of CITY and any such assignment or transfer without CITY's prior written consent shall be considered null and void. 17. Discrimination. OPERATOR shall not discriminate because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, age, national origin, ancestry, or disability, as defined and prohibited by applicable law, in the recruitment, selection, training, utilization, promotion, termination or other employment related activities. OPERATOR affirms that it is an equal opportunity employer and shall comply with all applicable federal, state and local labor laws and regulations. 18. Jurisdiction -Venue. This AGREEMENT has been executed and delivered in the State of California and the validity, interpretation, performance, and enforcement of any of the clauses of this AGREEMENT shall be determined and governed by the laws of the State of California. Both parties further agree that Orange County, California, shall be the venue for any action or proceeding that may be brought or arise out of, in connection with or by reason of this AGREEMENT. 19. Severability. If any part of this AGREEMENT is found to conflict with applicable local or state laws or regulations, such part shall be inoperative, null and void insofar as it conflict with said laws or regulations, or may be modified or suspended as may be necessary to comply with any local or state law or regulation but the remainder of the AGREEMENT shall continue in full force and effect. 20. Counterparts. This AGREEMENT may be executed in counterparts, each of which shall be deemed an original but all of which together shall constitute one and the same instrument. The execution of this AGREEMENT may be by actual, facsimile or electronic signature. 21. Disclaimer. Despite California's commercial cannabis laws and the terms and conditions of this AGREEMENT or any Regulatory Safety Permit issued pertaining to OPERATOR or the hereinabove specified property location, California commercial cannabis cultivators, transporters, distributors, cannabis testing facility/laboratory businesses or possessors may still be subject to arrest by state or federal officers and prosecuted under state or federal law. The Federal Controlled Substances Act, 21 USC § 801 et. seq., prohibits the manufacture, manufacturing, and possession of cannabis without any exemptions for medical or non -medicinal use. 22. Authority to Bind. Each undersigned represents and warrants that its signature hereinbelow has the power, authority and right to bind their respective parties to each of the terms of this AGREEMENT, and shall indemnify CITY fully, including reasonable costs and attorney's fees, for any injuries or damages to CITY in the event that such authority or power is not, in fact, held by the signatory or is withdrawn. -Signature Page Below- IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have executed this AGREEMENT the date and year first above written. ATTEST: DAISY G Clerk of thehe Council APPROVED AS TO FORM: SONIA R. CARVALHO City Attorney By: C�k Lisa Storck Assistant City Attorney RECOMMENDED FOR APPROVAL: Q ` Minh Thai, Executive Director Planning & Building Agency CITY OF SANTA ANA KKR ISISTINE RIDGE City Manager OPERATOR LEGAL NAME: The Garry Five, LLC dba ASHE SIGNATORY NAME: Vi Khong TITLE: Owner TAXPAYER ID: 83-2685115 EXHIBIT A COMMUNITY BENEFIT AND SUSTAINABLE BUSINESS PRACTICES PLAN A. I,QC L l lliiNG AND SOURGIN . CT C' FMPL0YINGI,OCAl.5ANTAA—NAR S1DF" Y` For the past several years, Vivian Khong, a corporate officer of The Garry Five, LLC, has overseen the operation of several licensed collectives in the City of Santa Ana, In her capacity as an corporate officer, she has overseen hiring and retention. Ms. Khong's policy of giving preference to hiring Santa Ana residents has resulted in the employment of 5 residents between the locations she manages. in January of this year, Ms. Khong held a job fair with the goal of hiring additional Santa Ann residents. Job fah- posting were placed on social media and on Craigslist. Full-time and part-time positions were advertised for cannabis consultants, front desk receptionists, and delivery drivers. Qualified candidates were required to have a sales background, customer service skills and an ability to multi -task. No prior cannabis experience was required, thereby creating opportunities for Santa Ana residents. Ms. Khong has created great opportunities for Santa Ana residents. She is proud of the work environment she promotes and the benefits that she is able to provide for the employees she works with, She believes in treating all employees with respect and dignity. This belief is translated into workplace policies, allowing employees to Have the right to work in an environment free from any type of Illegal discrimination or racial, sexual, or any other type of harassment and access to reasonable accommodations when necessary. TItACt ONG WCAL SANTA ANA RESIDENTS In an effort to hire Santa Ana residents with no previous cannabis experience extensive training is provided on paid time, Training and online courses are provided through MJ Hybrid Solutions. Infortnatlon covered includes policies, instruction on how to operate their point of sale system, and specific cannabis knowledge needed to serve customers. Specific information is provided on the components of the cannabis plant, dosages, delivery methods and precautions for new users, Regular training on new products and regulations affecting the business is also conducted. PAYING LIVING WAGES ANi] PRESERVlN THl RIGHT CO COI LRCTIVE BARGAINING F Five wants to extst a job. Garry illensure that allhas negotiated as entered into a collective bargaining /labor peace agreement For the purpose of preserving the right to petition to address grievances that may arise. FILL N(i t'It� TURn POSITIpNS Future hh ing practices will require at least 25% of candidates that move on to the second stage of Interviews to be from Santa Ana. Job fairs will be advertised at job placement centers and in local areas popular to residents. Additionally, ads will be placed in local Santa Ana newspapers. B, SI1S`fA(N Rj.F BUILDIN�AND BUSINE`s"5 P l�Tt LS Both Santa Arta locations managed by Ms. Khong have implemented sustainable building and business practices as part of their business plan. As standard practice buildings are outfitted with energy efficient LED lighting and use natural lighting where possible through windows and skylights. Lighting models include DCDI-IN&/ DMF, Fhnelite HP4, Hubbel Lacht 24, Westgate UHB 150 and Hubbel LCat 14. Lighting is connected to automatic light sensors to save energy when areas are not in use, in the office, energy efficient technology is in place, including computers with energy saving functions and an energy efficient HP Officejet Printers, all which are connected to smart power strips. Customer intake is completed on an IPAD and saved on cloud storage saving hundreds of reams of paper a year. When documents are printed, recycled paper is used and policy is to print on both sides. In the restrooms, low flow toilets and low flow faucets with automatic functions are in use to save water. An Alpine electric hand dryer and Xlerator electric hand dryer are in use to save paper waste. Environmentally sound cleaning products are used for the restroom and throughout buildings. Preference is given to purchasing fair trade or green products. In employee break room's recycling bins for paper and cans are in place with signage to direct the correct disposal of products. Employees are encouraged to use Sparkletts water to refill water containers over bottled water. Employee break rooms are also outfitted with energy -saving refrigerators and microwaves. In the showroom, customers are incentivized to return certain brands containers and cartridges in exchange for a discount on future purchases. Previous to 2018 customer bags were made of recycled paper. Currently, child -proof mylar exit bags are mandated and customers are incentivized to reuse exit bags on return trips, Both Santa Ana locations give preference to local vendors and cannabis companies including jetty, Canna Nano CBD, and Vet CBD. Additional business sites will incorporate all above -mentioned practices. Additionally, consideration will be taken in the future to use green building materials in construction and install the most energy efficient fixtures and appliances. Carpool programs, Hybrid parking spots, and bike racks will also be installed to encourage green and alternative modes of transportation for employees and customers. Ms. Khong has developed policies and procedures that benefit her employees, the community, and the planet. All locations that she manages have been involved in charitable giving, treat their employees well and encouraged them to volunteer in local non -profits. As part of their business model employees are incentivized for carpooling or taking local transit to work. Employees are also encouraged to volunteer at local non -profits and provide acts of service to the community. Employees enjoy a positive work culture and opportunities to advance their careers are available. fvlanagers support the efforts of employees who are enrolled in higher educationand make considerations when determining schedule. Full-time employees are offered medical benefits which include paying 25% of their monthly premiums. All employees are also given a discount on medical products in the store. Ms. Khong is proud of the diversity of her staff as well. Staff members represent diversity, underrepresented groups and reflect the cultural makeup of the community. At least seven employees between the two locations are fluent Spanish speakers, so that the locations she manages are able to better serve the community. C. CgMN1UP[[TY BGNEPI'C ANDZQR YOUTH PLO GRAMS IN SANTA ANA Charitable Giving to Youth Programs Ms. Khong has made a conscious effort to benefit the Santa Ana community and has diversified their charitable giving to various youth programs. Throughout the years, Ms. Khong has spearheaded charitable giving by the locations she manages to benefits childrens groups, family resource centers, and hospitals. Boys and Girls Club - Santa Ana Chapter. Ms. Khong directed the donation of $760 to the Santa Ana chapter of the Boys and Girls Club to fund daily programming. The Boys and Girls Club believes that youth and families deserve first-class rnentoring, support systems for the whole family. The Boys and Girls Club equips members with 21st-ceutuyskilis and ensure that 100% or members graduate high school and have a plan for their futures. All children participate in it structured program experience, ensuring that they go through a balanced set of programs designed to help them reach their full potential. This model offers a structured daily rotation consisting of academic reinforcement, fitness, and enrichment programs. Community Health Lnitiadve of Orange County. Ms. Khong directed the donation of $800 to the Community Health initiative of Orange County, CHI Oc s a non-profit agency dedicated to reducing the number of uninsured children In Orange County. They help families by screening them for health care and social services programs, determining their eligibility and assisting them with the enrollment process. According to a recent report from Georgetown University, there are an estimated 745,000 uninsured children In California, with approximately 60,000 or those children resitting in Orange County. These children are 9 times more likely to be hospitalized for a preventable condition and can cost the county up to $25 million each year. Grandma's House of Hope. Ms, Khong directed the donation of $602.27 to Grandma's House of Hope, This non profit has a women's housing program that specializes in serving uniquely challenged women who fall between the cracks of existing programs, Another program includes tlhe Education and Enrichment Canter which provides workforce development services, youth programming, family classes, after -school tutoring, adult education, and health and wellness classes, 'Cie third program of Grandmas's House of Hope is Nana's I<idz, which provides weekend and summer nutritional support for children living in motels, along with annual outreach events and holiday patties that gives every child In the program 'necessities such as new shoes, a new backpack with school supplies, and toys for Christmas. Children's Hospital of Orange County, Ms. 1<houg and her stare also participate directly In charity events. This year on Valentine's [lay all locations participated in a special holiday event at Children's Hospital of Orange County. 300 plush animals at a value of $2,300 were donated to CHOC for CHOC staff to distribute to kids throughout the hospital in all treatment areas. These plush animals helped to brighten the clay for those seriously ill children who were not able to enjoy the holiday in the comfort of their own homes. Nlax. Lave Project. Nis. Khong directed the donation of $604,60 to Max Love project towards their general fund. Max Love Project's mission is to empower families fighting childhood cancers and related life -threatening conditions with quality of life care, fierce foods, whole -body wellness resources, education, and research. They believe that all kids should have full access to every cancer - fighting tool available, including excellent nutrition and therapeutic resources such as acupuncture, physical activity, and healing narratives. Kidsworlcs - Orontde County. Ms. Khong directed the donation of $3,000 to Kidworks OC. Kidworks OC is a ncm-profit educational organization which provides programs for 300 members of all ages including preschool, children, youth, and adults. Their members are among the poorest in Santa Ana and all programs revolve around giving members the tools to prosper and expose them to Opportunities, Two of their major projects are the after -school program for kids kindergarten through 5tih grade where reading, homework and English skills are provided, Another major event is their annual summer program which runs July -August, The donation was made specifically to find duns summer program. 'fine summer program educates and enriches children whom otherwise would spend their break at hmne with little stimulation. Community Benefit Ms. Khong also requires that the locations site manages to give back to the community offering free educational seminars. One seminar was conducted by Baomspharnn for members and the general public to become better educated oil medical cannabis, Topics discussed in sessions included indoor growing, sun -grown cannabis, greenhouse growing, extractions, edibles, Infusions, marketing, and branding. These seminar topics help patients become better informed, give them information to save money by growing their own cannabis and provide them education to enter the cannabis industry. Ms. Khong is dedicated to helping patients afford costly medication. She has overseen several Patient Appreciation Days for patient members, At these PAD's vendors are given space to set information tables where they explain the manufacturing process, dosage recommendations and uses of their product so patients can make better purchasing decisions. Non-profit organizations are also invited to participate and educate attendees on current laws and medical research. At these events, discounts are offered on the products of participating vendors and the locations sell at a loss. Future Community Benefits and Youth Programs As a business in Santa Ana, Garry Five plans to continue all charitable giving and volunteer projects Ms. Khong has been involved in during her career. Benefitting the community and donating to youth programs will be a consistent part of Garry Five's business model. Aside from continuing this work, Garry Five will continue to search for additional opportunities to give back to residents and the City. Contributions will be made regularly to a diverse set of organizations who help make Santa Ana a better community for everyone. At the new location, Garry Five has committed to donating ,05% of profits back to local non -profits, Garry Five also plans to continue being a better partner to Santa Aria residents by offering educational and cannabis training seminars on a regular basis to allow residents with an interest in the industry to learn about cannabis and cannabis products and potentially enter the cannabis Industry.