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Freeport council approves special-use permit for adult-use cannabis dispensary after traffic and revenue debate
Summary
The council approved a special-use permit for Botavi Wellness LLC to operate an adult-use cannabis dispensary at 2725 Illinois Route 26, unit A, after a contested debate over traffic, commercial impact and projected revenue; the ordinance passed 5–4 after a tie and the mayor cast the deciding vote.
The Freeport City Council voted to approve a special-use permit allowing Botavi Wellness LLC to open an adult-use cannabis dispensary at 2725 Illinois Route 26, unit A after a divided discussion over traffic and economic benefits.
Director Heimendinger told the council the proposed location meets the distance requirements in chapter 12‑74, is in a vacant unit in a commercial shopping center with ample parking and that both the Zoning…
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