Watertown City Council Closes Loophole, Restricts Hemp-Derived Products to 21+
- Steve Jurrens
- Nov 19
- 1 min read
Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - The Watertown City Council unanimously approved the second reading of an ordinance amendment on Wednesday night, officially prohibiting the sale, purchase, and possession of hemp-derived products to individuals under the age of 21.
The amendment to Title 13, specifically Chapter 13.02, is designed to align local regulations with public safety goals and address gaps in current state laws.
City Manager Alan Stager introduced the item, emphasizing the legislation's primary goal…
Council members expressed gratitude to the community and staff for the work involved in bringing the ordinance forward. Councilman Dan Schutte highlighted the community effort, noting testimony from residents and business owners who supported making the community safer for local youth.
Councilman Brent Mohrmann acknowledged the extensive research conducted…
Mayor Holien provided a broader context, noting that while the federal government recently moved to address hemp-infused beverages…
The motion to approve the amendment passed unanimously.
