The St. Louis Park Planning Commission has announced a public hearing to discuss potential zoning changes for cannabis businesses, set to take place on Wednesday, November 6, 2024, at 6:00 p.m. According to the city's notice, this hearing will seek input on the new zoning regulations related to the sale and consumption of cannabis products, as well as the cultivation, manufacturing, and processing of cannabis within the city.
For those interested in the specifics of the proposal, the draft ordinance includes details about which zoning districts would allow cannabis businesses to operate and establishes necessary buffers between cannabis establishments, schools, and other similar institutions. By attending this meeting, located at City Hall on 5005 Minnetonka Blvd., community members can express their views directly to the commission. The meeting will also be accessible for viewing via livestream and local cable.
Public participation is encouraged, with the City accepting both in-person and written comments. Residents wishing to submit their thoughts in writing must send them to Katelyn Champoux, associate planner, by emailing [email protected], or by mail to City Hall, attention of Katelyn Champoux, by 3:30 p.m. on the day of the meeting. All received comments will be included in the official record and presented to the planning commission.
St. Louis Park officials have made it clear that they are committed to ensuring the meeting is accessible to all, offering auxiliary aids for individuals with disabilities upon request. This effort, needing arrangements made at least 96 hours in advance, can be arranged by calling 952.924.2575. For more information about the hearing or proposed ordinance, interested individuals can contact the community development department at the same number.
