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Zephyrhills approves incentive package to attract Monin Inc. manufacturing campus
Summary
Council approved an incentive agreement with Monin, Inc., to support a planned 57‑acre manufacturing and distribution facility. The deal includes fee reimbursements and ad valorem tax sharing tied to job and investment thresholds, and staff said the initial footprint would be roughly 450,000–500,000 sq ft.
The Zephyrhills City Council on July 13 approved an incentive agreement to secure a major manufacturing and distribution investment from Monin, Inc., a global flavorings company. Council members voted to authorize staff to finalize an agreement that reimburses or waives certain transportation and permit fees and provides ad valorem tax credits (50% for the first five years, 25% for years 6–10) within the agreement caps.
What was approved: Staff said Monin plans to acquire a 57‑acre site north of the armory and construct at least 250,000 square feet initially, with a probable footprint closer to 450,000–500,000 square feet under current design work. The company committed to create at least 100 jobs within five years, with 29 positions meeting a wage minimum equal to about 80% of the Tampa MSA median to qualify for certain incentives. The city’s not‑to‑exceed numbers for fee waivers/reimbursements and tax‑share were included in the agreement.
Company remarks: Bill Lombardo, introduced as Monin’s CEO for the Americas, told the council the expansion is intended to support long‑term sales growth and that Monin wants to stay in Florida because of land availability, labor pool and regional logistics. "This would be our 3rd manufacturing facility in the U.S., and it's a long‑term investment," Lombardo said.
Fiscal notes and next steps: Staff said the city’s share of incentives is budgeted across future years and that the city manager may extend compliance periods for good cause. Staff will present the finalized agreement paperwork and continue coordination with Pasco County and other local partners; county approval was expected in the following days.
The council approved the motion to authorize the agreement; staff will return with final contract documents for execution and recording.
