Arizona Republic:  “the [Peoria] council voted unanimously to allow dispensaries in areas zoned for commercial use. That is similar to zoning for pharmacies, medical offices and bars. Cultivation sites would be restricted to industrial areas.”

From the City of Peoria:  “Medical Marijuana Pre-Application Meeting appointments are now being accepted for February 22, 2011 and after. Application and materials must be submitted in person in order to be assigned a Pre-Application Meeting time. Please call 623-773-7601 for further details. Click here for application.  Medical Marijuana text amendment proposed final draft, click here to view.”

Arizona Republic:  “With the passage of Proposition 203 legalizing marijuana for medical use, Peoria officials have prepared a draft policy in anticipation of requests to open a dispensary or a cultivation facility.  The proposed ordinance places some guidelines and restrictions for operators and cultivators, including requirements to apply for a special city permit and maintain a specific distance from such places as schools, day care facilities and homes.”