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Council discusses $307,000 in dispensary tax revenue; members weigh direct spending vs. leveraging as grant match

Struthers City Council · January 29, 2026
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Summary

Council members confirmed receipt of $307,000 in tax revenue from a local dispensary and debated using the money for immediate road repairs, small maintenance projects, business façade grants or leveraging it as match funding to attract larger state/federal grants. Staff budget recommendations were requested.

During new business the council discussed how to allocate about $307,000 in tax revenue from a local dispensary. Speaker 3 asked for clear direction so citizens can “see something happen” with the funds. Speaker 2 confirmed the city had received the revenue and said it was one of the higher totals among nearby…

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