Pyeongsang Saint America to expand Auburn plant; council approves tax abatement

The Auburn City Council approved a conditional-use permit for an industrial expansion at 760 West Veterans Boulevard for Pyeongsang Saint America and later approved a tax abatement for the project, Mayor Ron Anders said. According to the mayor's summary, the expansion will add more than 24,000 square feet to the plant and represents a $9,700,000 investment; the company plans to hire 30 new employees. Anders said the council appreciates the company's long-term presence and that the expansion signals confidence in Auburn. The transcript does not include the abatement ordinance text, vote tally or detailed incentives. The council packet should be consulted for final incentive terms and any performance conditions tied to the tax abatement.