Representative La Shawn Ford invites participation in a public meeting on drug policy reform to reduce penalties for possession of small amounts of marijuana, instead using fines to fund treatment programs.
September 29, 2011
6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Oak Park Village Hall, Council Chamber Room
123 Madison St
Oak Park, Illinois
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