St. Paul proposes cannabis business manager post
St. Paul plans to add a cannabis oversight position in its proposed 2026 budget to guide entrepreneurs through registration, zoning and local compliance, with pay between $73,000 and $102,000 funded by cannabis registration fees. City officials say they hope to fill the role internally, mirroring Minneapolis’ existing specialist, as the Office of Cannabis Management notes cities are still shaping oversight in the evolving market.
📌 Key Facts
- Role included in St. Paul’s proposed 2026 budget; intended to help with registration, zoning and compliance
- Salary range set at $73,000–$102,000, funded by cannabis business registration fees
- City aims to fill internally; Minneapolis created a similar position before statewide recreational sales launched