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Council moves debate forward on expanding cannabis business and housing grants to increase direct payments and eligibility
Summary
Alderman Sean Gregory introduced an ordinance (2026059) to expand eligibility and permit direct vendor payments for the city's cannabis business and housing grant programs; aldermen and public commenters emphasized social-equity aims and removal of barriers. The committee voted to place the ordinance on debate.
A proposed ordinance to expand Springfield's cannabis business and housing grant programs and permit direct vendor payments was introduced and placed on debate Tuesday by the Committee of the Whole.
Alderman Sean Gregory, the ordinance's sponsor, told colleagues the measure is intended to "make [the programs] more accessible, equitable, and impactful for Springfield residents," saying business grants could reach up to $100,000 and housing grants up to $25,000 and noting that the proposal includes…
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