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Seabrook council sends $41,400 business incentive for new coffee shop back to EDC after resident objections
Summary
After multiple business owners and residents warned a proposed Economic Development Corporation incentive could harm existing Old Seabrook businesses, the Seabrook City Council unanimously voted to refer the $41,400 business development agreement for 1305 Main Street back to the Economic Development Corporation for reconsideration and conditions.
Seabrook City Council on June 3 unanimously voted to send a proposed Economic Development Corporation (EDC) business development agreement — up to $41,400 for a coffee shop at 1305 Main Street — back to the EDC for reconsideration after several Old Seabrook residents and business owners raised concerns about unfair competition and details of the agreement.
The matter, listed as consent agenda item 3.3, was pulled for discussion after public comment. The EDC had approved the business development agreement for Sol Freak (listed in the EDC packet as Sol Free Holdings LLC) at its May 7, 2025 meeting. Councilman Hammond moved to refer the item back to the EDC; Councilman Tillett seconded, and the referral passed unanimously.
Why it matters: EDC incentives are intended to spur local…
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