Beavercreek City Council Rejects Ban on Recreational Marijuana Sales
In a 4-3 vote, the Beavercreek City Council rejected an ordinance that would have banned the sale of recreational marijuana within city limits. This decision allows the only dispensary in Beavercreek to continue operating and selling recreational products.
Council members Joanna Garcia and Glen Duer voted against the ordinance, citing concerns about maintaining local authority and the potential impact on the community surrounding the dispensary. Garcia expressed concerns about the residential area surrounding the dispensary, stating that it was a major concern when the issue first arose.
Representative Gregory May from Trulieve, the dispensary operating in Beavercreek, attended the meeting and reported that there have been no negative testimonials or incidents since the store opened. He also noted that the neighborhoods surrounding the dispensary voted in favor of Issue 2, indicating trust and a sense of safety in the area.
Council members praised the thorough deliberation and attention to community needs, stating that the council took weeks to consider the issue and sought public feedback. Vice Mayor Pete Bales expressed enthusiasm for the potential financial benefits of having a dispensary in the city, citing the possibility of generating hundreds of thousands of dollars in revenue each year.
The city has already begun to receive a portion of the state tax on adult-use sales, which amounts to 3.6% of every dollar made. The decision to reject the ban allows the dispensary to continue operating and generating revenue for the city.
