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Council finds several tax-phase-in projects noncompliant, schedules follow-ups and grants limited waivers
Summary
At its June 19 meeting the Elkhart County Council reviewed multiple companies' tax-phase-in (CF-1) reports, found some not substantially compliant, set public hearings or requested return visits, and in two cases granted waivers for late filings.
The Elkhart County Council reviewed CF-1 compliance reports for a series of tax abatement agreements on June 19, finding several companies not substantially compliant and taking a mix of actions including setting hearings and tabling reviews for further information.
SmokerCraft: County staff reported a notable drop in headcount from the firm's committed numbers. Council voted 7-0 to find SmokerCraft not substantially compliant and set the matter for public hearing next month so the company can explain whether the shortfall results from industry conditions or automation.
Steel Harbor, LLC: Staff said real and personal property investments exceeded commitments, but headcount promised (28 jobs) stood at three. The council voted 7-0 that Steel Harbor was not substantially compliant and asked the company to…
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