During the recent Brainerd City Council meeting, the council discussed the possibility of establishing a municipal cannabis dispensary through partnerships with private companies. This potential venture would allow the city to capitalize on early licensing opportunities that are afforded to municipalities, ahead of general public licenses. The council was informed by the city administrator that multiple private entities have expressed interest in collaborating with the city to open a dispensary, which could provide shared profits to benefit municipal infrastructure and services. However, the council has not yet committed to opening such a dispensary, and the discussion focused on whether to explore the option further by reviewing proposals from interested parties.