The Russell Springs City Council held the first reading of an ordinance at last night’s council meeting that would permit medical cannabis operations within the city.
The application period has opened for potential medical cannabis operations to apply for licenses through the state.
Regulations say any medical cannabis operation would only be allowed to operate in areas zoned as commercial, and would be prohibited from being within 500 feet of a school, childcare center, or house of worship.
Mayor Eddie Thomas noted that last night was the first reading of the ordinance, and a second reading and vote will be coming up.
Medical cannabis operations include dispensaries, cultivators, and processors. Operations also include laboratories, which have the potential to bring along with them employment opportunities.
The Russell County Fiscal Court prohibited medical cannabis operations in the county last month, but cities have the ability to permit operations within city limits.
