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Local nonprofit asks Prosper to curb flavored vapes and candy-shaped edibles near schools
Summary
A representative of the Willow Initiative asked the Prosper Town Council to meet and consider local regulations to curb flavored e‑cigarettes and candy‑shaped edibles near schools, citing youth vaping statistics and health concerns.
Manit Kulyani, speaking for the Willow Initiative, told the Prosper Town Council during public comment that flavored e‑cigarettes and candy‑shaped edible products are driving youth nicotine and drug use and urged city leaders to meet with the group to discuss local regulatory options.
"Flavored e cigarettes are the top reason that youth pick up vaping," Kulyani said, and asked the council for a meeting to discuss fundraising, campaigns and possible ordinances, including restricting edible shops near high schools.
Kulyani cited national and local concerns: she said between 2015 and 2023 there were more than 2,700 reported cases of seizures associated with vaping and said "more than 2,300 middle schoolers and high schoolers try vaping for the first time" every day (figures presented by the speaker). The Willow Initiative representative also said edibles resembling gummy bears and fruit snacks are sold at convenience stores near schools and expressed concern about youth access and informal distribution.
The commenter asked the council for a follow‑up meeting and local policy changes, noting that the Willow Initiative had already approached neighboring cities including McKinney and Frisco. Council did not take immediate action during the meeting; the request was recorded in public comment for possible follow up by staff or council members.
