Village Of Glen Ellyn: Village Board Scheduled To Discuss Recreational Cannabis

Press release from the Village of Glen Ellyn:

June 17, 2021

In December 2020, the Board voted to extend the moratorium ordinance on accepting or approving applications for recreational cannabis dispensaries in Glen Ellyn until July 1, 2021. The moratorium ordinance maintains the status quo by prohibiting recreational cannabis businesses in Glen Ellyn. With the moratorium ordinance nearing its expiration and new Village Board members seeking additional time for review, the Village Board is scheduled to discuss and vote on extending the moratorium to September 30, 2021. This is expected to occur at the Monday, June 21, 7 p.m. Special Village Board meeting. 2020 Advisory Referendum Question In April 2020, The Glen Ellyn Village Board voted to have an advisory referendum question added to the November 3, 2020 General Election ballot. The question asked residents, “Shall the Village permit the sale of recreational cannabis within Village limits?” The cannabis referendum question results are as follows: 16,501 Total Ballots Cast Yes Votes – 8,457 (51.25%) No Votes – 8,044 (48.75%) The results of an advisory referendum is non-binding, and governing bodies are not required to act in accordance with the majority opinion. For more information on this topic, including background information and frequently asked questions, please visit the Village of Glen Ellyn's website.

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