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Pasadena residents oppose dispensary at former Maryland Monogram site near homes and childcare
Summary
Three Pasadena residents told the council they oppose a proposed cannabis dispensary at the former Maryland Monogram site on Richey Highway, citing proximity to homes, churches and childcare, alleged noncompliance with Bill 56‑23, traffic, and community notice failures.
Three Pasadena residents used the public comment period to urge the Anne Arundel County Council to examine regulatory compliance and neighborhood impacts before a cannabis dispensary opens at the former Maryland Monogram site on Richey Highway.
Steve Clark said his home is within 1,000 feet of the proposed dispensary and flagged proximity to childcare centers and the safety of children. Jeff Kubik said the property was sold in August and is now being converted to a dispensary; he said Bill 56‑23 removed many local restrictions for commercial parcels zoned commercial and argued the county should ensure state and county rules are followed. Jennifer Jackson said she supports dispensaries that comply with rules but asked the county to verify whether the zoning change and proposed site plan meet applicable standards; she raised concerns about the owner contacting neighbors and asked whether proposed plans (60 parking spaces and a commercial kitchen) indicate manufacture of edibles or a cannabis café.
Council staff did not take public testimony on that bill at this time but the speakers asked the council to review compliance with local and state regulation and to consider traffic and proximity to sensitive uses before any approvals move forward.
