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Dixon Wellness tells council fees are squeezing local dispensary, asks for delivery and lower minimums
Summary
Operators and dozens of supporters urged council to reduce the $30,000 monthly minimum public-benefit payment, allow delivery under reasonable conditions, and consider retroactive relief to keep jobs and services local.
Haley Andrew, CEO of Dixon Wellness, told the council her dispensary has been in Dixon for seven years and says it has paid nearly $5 million into the city's general fund during that time. "Dixon Wellness has proudly called Dixon our home," Andrew said, and asked council to adjust her development agreement so the minimum monthly payment better reflects current sales and competitive pressures.
A stream of community speakers backed that plea, describing the dispensary as a local employer and community donor and warning that high fees push customers to the unregulated black market. Richard Ferguson, speaking for Dixon Wellness, described falling wholesale prices and a statewide downturn in sales and said the company needs "some pressure relief" to remain competitive. Several speakers also urged the council to permit delivery services for licensed retailers to reduce illegal deliveries and expand patient access.
