The Lincoln City Council recently approved a measure to allow for a recreational cannabis dispensary in the community, if approved by the State of Illinois.

Wednesday morning on the WHOW Morning Show's Hometown Tour stop in Lincoln, Police Chief Paul Adams weighed in on how the legalization of recreational cannabis could impact their department. He notes to get in line with the law, they revamped their city ordinances.

The Chief points out his officers are training to currently enforce the laws and educate the public.

There are a lot of things to clear up about the law for those who want to use recreational cannabis and those who are opposed to its use. Chief Adams says they want to make sure everyone understands all sides of this change.

According to Chief Adams, the laws of recreational cannabis almost directly mirror alcohol. From the dispensary to your home, the laws of the two are nearly identical.