MONONA, Wis. — The city of Monona has implemented a six-month moratorium on the opening of new vape shops, a decision driven by community concerns about the proximity of these businesses to local schools. This move follows the city council’s rejection of a proposal for a new vape shop located near several educational institutions.
City officials, including Monona City Administrator Neil Stechschutte, have expressed reservations about the impact of such shops on the youth. “Do we really want to have tobacco products and those kinds of things being advertised directly across from the high school?” Stechschutte questioned, highlighting the council’s stance that opening vape shops near schools is not in the best interest of the community.
The temporary ban reflects a growing trend among municipalities to regulate the placement of vape shops, especially to safeguard young populations from the influence and accessibility of tobacco and vape products.
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