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Residents urge council to reject proposed marijuana dispensary near Centennial Drive
Summary
Dozens of residents, including parents, teachers and a student, told the Washington City Council on April 6 they oppose a proposed adult-use marijuana dispensary next to O'Reilly Auto Parts on Centennial Drive, citing child safety, neighborhood character, traffic, odor and property-value concerns. The council did not vote on the proposal at the meeting.
Dozens of Washington residents urged the City Council on April 6 to oppose a proposed adult-use marijuana dispensary planned near Centennial Drive, telling the council the business would harm neighborhood safety, normalize drug use for children and lower property values.
Speakers who identified themselves as neighbors, parents, teachers and a student described the proposed site as close to family homes and school bus stops. "I come on behalf of the majority of this community that opposes this marijuana adult-only business," said Tanya Perez, who said she represents neighbors from the Centennial Hills subdivision. Teacher Megan Faselle told the council, "Is legal…
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