Mule Extracts Urges Voters to Consider Economic Impacts of Proposed Cannabis Measure
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ESTACADA, OR, October 13, 2026 /CourierPR/ -- Mule Extracts, a cannabis processor based in Estacada, Oregon, is urging voters to carefully consider the potential impacts of Measure 3-638, a proposed city measure that would prohibit new marijuana production, processing, and wholesaling businesses from establishing operations within the city limits. The measure, which will be put to a vote on November 3, 2026, comes as Mule Extracts continues to operate in a community where the company has invested significantly over the years.
Mule Extracts employs approximately 70 people and has been a cornerstone of the local economy since its founding in 2016. John Sampson, the CEO of Mule Extracts, emphasized the importance of considering the broader economic implications of such restrictions.
The proposed measure aims to prohibit new marijuana production, processing, and wholesaling businesses from entering the market. However, it does not affect existing businesses, which will be allowed to continue operating. Nevertheless, the measure includes provisions that could impact the growth and sale of existing businesses, raising concerns among local employers and their employees.
Mule Extracts has already taken significant steps to address local concerns. The company has invested in advanced odor-control systems to comply with the city's requirements. Despite these efforts, Sampson expressed that the economic consequences of restrictions on business development should be carefully considered.
The company's operations extend beyond its workforce. Mule Extracts pays approximately $3.5 million annually in wages to its Estacada employees and works closely with 30 vendors and contractors throughout the local area. The proposed measure has prompted Mule Extracts to encourage Estacada residents to review the City of Estacada's Cannabis Moratorium FAQ and to bring their questions to the company's community contact before voting.
Measure 3-638 is part of a broader conversation about the future of the cannabis industry in Estacada. The city and its residents are grappling with the balance between economic development and community concerns. As the measure approaches the ballot, Mule Extracts is advocating for a nuanced approach that considers the long-term impacts on local businesses and the broader community.