There’s opposition over plans to expand a local marijuana dispensary next to a children’s tutoring center in Des Peres. Some businesses and neighbors feel the city should put a stop to it.
At issue is whether or not the tutoring center in Des Peres is considered a school or even a daycare center. The decision city leaders came up with finds some firing back.
State law says a marijuana dispensary can’t be within 1,000 feet of a school, daycare center, or church. When you ride down Manchester Road in Des Peres, you may see a red sign that reads “No Cannabis Dispensary Here”. Opponents are referring to the company Root 66, which operates in St. Louis.
Full story: https://www.ksdk.com/article/news/local/des-peres-medical-marijuana-dispensary-request-on-hold/63-a86eb5e7-14ea-49df-8e7e-699404f5dfb3
