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By Brittney Phua, Stapleton Real Estate

What I Learned at the Stapleton Community Meeting

Stapleton Forum discussed the issues around medical marijuana

Stapleton Forum discussed the issues around medical marijuana

OK, I admit it. I am a little concerned about how medical marijuana might impact the neighborhood I love so much in Stapleton. But, I have an open mind and I want to know as much as possible about the issues around it.

So, I recently  attended the Stapleton Community Forum for an update on what is going on with the medical marijuana dispensary opening in Stapleton and also to get a pulse on what my neighbors were thinking.   Read More→

Jan
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Legal Marijuana in Stapleton?

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By Brittney Phua, Stapleton Resident and Realtor

Controversy in Denver's Stapleton neighborhood over medical marijuana.

Controversy in Denver's Stapleton neighborhood over medical marijuana.

Consternation and controversy among some Stapleton residents is brewing over a new use for a former coffee house. A medical marijuana dispensary is slated to occupy the former location of Perk and Play in Stapleton.

The irony is that Perk and Play was a neighborhood hang-out for mothers and their children. They served coffee, crepes and snacks and had a great indoor play area.

The medical marijuana dispensary is scheduled to open for business in the next few months. While the younger, single crowd at Stapleton might care less, families are more concerned about this new business and the risks it brings to our neighborhood. Read More→