MAYO, Fla. — The Lafayette County Board of County Commissioners approved a temporary marijuana moratorium at the first public hearing Monday.

The ordinance prohibits the operation of medical marijuana treatment centers and licensed dispensing organizations within the county for one year unless rescinded or extended. 

The second  and final public hearing for the moratorium will be at the March 10 meeting.

This moratorium comes after the passing of an amendment that allows the use of medical marijuana for individuals with a debilitating medical condition.