Centerville approves public-works agreement with Comet Drive LLC for expanded growing facility

The Centerville Town Council approved a public-works agreement on March 6 that memorializes conditions tied to final site-plan approval for an expansion of the cultivation facility at 152 Comet Drive, a project led by Green Thumb Industries (GTI) and represented by counsel.

What the agreement covers: The resolution records commitments made during the planning commission review, including construction- and operation-related conditions and odor-mitigation measures GTI committed to implement. Town staff and GTI counsel said the agreement was a negotiated, mutual document that allows the town to enforce the conditions as a contract between the developer and the municipality.

Public input and council discussion: Planning commission members had previously expressed interest in clear monitoring criteria for odor control; during the meeting some council members noted it may be difficult to anticipate every odor source and agreed the public-works agreement provides a mechanism to require corrective action if problems develop. One council member said the company has a business incentive to control odors and added the town should not be discouraging local investment that brings jobs.

Vote and next steps: The council approved the resolution by roll-call vote after a motion and second. Councilors said the town will monitor performance against the commitments in the agreement and enforce terms if necessary.

Ending: Council members asked staff to keep the council informed if odor complaints or other compliance issues arise and to confirm that monitoring equipment and response protocols in the agreement are being deployed as promised.