WOODLAND PARK — The municipality's 120 employees have been notified that if they use marijuana it could lead to their termination, Mayor Keith Kazmark said.

"Regardless of this change in law, the Borough Council and I want to emphasize that all policies and procedures and rules and regulations applicable to the employees of the Borough of Woodland Park will remain the same," Kazmark said.

Although it does apply to all municipal employees, it is most likely to affect those who work for the police and public works departments, as they are subject to random drug tests, borough officials said.

"Our police officers are responsible for ensuring our public safety, enforcing laws and serving as our protectors," Kazmark said. "Our DPW workers utilize heavy equipment and hold CDL licenses to carry out their duties in maintaining the infrastructure, keeping our town looking beautiful."

Other workers are also entrusted with serving the community, such as those in the building and recreation departments. They, however, are likely to be tested only if there's a suspicion of impairment on the job.

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"While cannabis use is now legal," Kazmark said, "we as municipal employees and public servants must provide services to our residents and customers with a clear mind and optimal efficiency."

It varies how long traces of cannabis products remain in the system, but for some it can be 30 or more days, according to studies. A 1985 study of chronic marijuana users...

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