Windsor Voters Uphold Ban on Marijuana Businesses in 2025 Special Election

20 February 2025

Windsor residents decisively voted against Measure 100, a proposal that sought to legalize the cultivation, testing, and retail sale of marijuana within town limits. Preliminary results show that 71% of voters opposed the measure, with 4,908 voting “no” and 1,993 voting “yes.” The election results will be officially certified on February 28.

The outcome reinforces Windsor’s existing prohibition on marijuana-related businesses, reflecting the community's preference to keep cannabis commerce out of town. This decision could influence surrounding municipalities weighing similar measures and may consolidate regional cannabis sales in areas where such businesses are already permitted. For medical cannabis patients, the rejection of Measure 100 means they will need to continue seeking products outside Windsor. The broader cannabis industry may see this as a sign of ongoing local resistance to marijuana expansion, highlighting the need for careful community engagement when proposing future initiatives. The vote also underscores Windsor’s stance on marijuana laws, maintaining stricter local regulations despite broader state-level legalization.