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Pittsburg approves six-year tax abatement for Atkinson Industries expansion
Summary
The commission approved a six-year property tax abatement for Atkinson Industries after a staff presentation that the company invested $1.1 million and added 20,000 sq. ft. to its Pittsburg facility.
The Pittsburg City Commission approved a property tax abatement for Atkinson Industries LLC after a staff presentation describing the company as one of the city’s oldest employers. Staff said Atkinson recently completed a $1.1 million expansion that added 20,000 square feet and created additional jobs to fulfill a large order.
Staff explained the company completed required cost‑benefit analyses and that the Economic Development Advisory Committee had unanimously recommended approval. The abatement request was for a six‑year property tax exemption consistent with the city’s policy for qualifying capital investments.
The commission opened the public hearing, received no public comment, and then approved the motion to grant the tax abatement.
Staff noted standard notification steps were followed for affected taxing entities. The abatement is intended to support local manufacturing growth and preserve jobs, according to the presentation.
