Council debates whether marijuana revenue or community partners should fund Rx Kids program

Sep 28, 2026

Council members debated using city marijuana revenue to match a state-funded Rx Kids program versus asking service organizations or the community foundation to lead fundraising. Staff estimated a city-only two-year match at about $110,000 (roughly $220,000 for two years); countywide participation would be larger.

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The council discussed the Rx Kids program and whether city marijuana revenue should fund the local match or whether the city should instead enlist community organizations or the county to help cover costs.

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