Public gives final pot plan input

COLFAX — Whitman County commissioners Monday morning had the first of two sessions of a final public hearing for their coming decision on a proposed marijuana ordinance.

With commissioners stating they would like to vote on the matter Dec. 28, a handful of members of the public commented on a Planning Commission draft proposal, including amendments, put forth last week by county commissioners.

The proposal would allow more marijuana businesses to open in unincorporated Whitman County, but would put additional restrictions on them.

Commissioner chairman Michael Largent noted that he and commiss...