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Residents press Planning Commission to support 1,000‑foot cannabis buffer; commission asks staff about legal limits and process
Summary
Public commentators and several commissioners raised the issue of a proposed 1,000‑foot buffer between cannabis retailers and sensitive uses during the July 22 South El Monte City Planning Commission meeting; staff said state minimum separation is 600 feet and advised the commission on process for formal municipal changes.
John Ventura told the Planning Commission during public comment that local organizations and school officials are urging the city to keep a 1,000‑foot buffer between cannabis dispensaries and sensitive uses such as schools and residences.
Ventura said multiple community groups, a letter from the Valleylinda school board (he referenced a letter from Dr. Evans), and outreach at a local night market have coalesced in support of a 1,000‑foot buffer. He asked commissioners to “come together” and signal support to the City Council ahead of an anticipated council…
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