Frequently Asked Questions
A Marijuana Enterprise Overlay District (MEOD) is a specially designated zoning area established by a local government to regulate where marijuana-related businesses, such as dispensaries, cultivation centers, and manufacturing facilities, can operate within a town or city. This type of district helps municipalities control the location of cannabis businesses, ensuring they are appropriately situated to meet community needs while adhering to safety and regulatory guidelines.
The proposed location for Happy Cloud Cannabis is 12 Teal Road, a commercial property away from residential areas and the town center. See exactly where it is using the Google map on the Location page.
No, Happy Cloud Cannabis will only sell recreational cannabis. In Massachusetts, a business must be a licensed cultivator in order to obtain a license to sell medical cannabis. Since we are a retail-only operation, we are not eligible to offer medical cannabis products. However, adults 21 and older, including medical patients, are welcome to purchase recreational cannabis from our store.
Happy Cloud Cannabis is a new business venture for Phil and Mike Clifford, a father-son duo who have operated businesses in Wakefield over the last 25 years in the Telecommunications and Security industries. Learn more about their plans on the About page.
The vote for approval of establishing the Marijuana Enterprise Overlay District at 12 Teal Road will occur in person at the Wakefield Town Meeting on Monday May 5, 2025. The meeting begins at 7:00 PM in the auditorium at the Galvin Middle School located at 525 Main Street.
Opening a dispensary in town can boost the local economy by creating jobs and generating additional tax revenue, which can fund public services and infrastructure improvements. It provides a safe, regulated environment for cannabis sales, reducing reliance on the unregulated black market and ensuring product quality and consumer safety. The dispensary also promotes responsible use through education and compliance with strict state regulations, enhancing public health and safety.