Jeff Johnston

The City Council will consider approval of a tax abatement agreement with Wal-Mart Stores East, LP, regarding property located in the City of Plainview Reinvestment Zone No. 1. The agreement includes the modernization of the distribution facility and other improvements, with an estimated cost of $275 million.

The City Council will hold a public meeting to approve a tax abatement agreement with Wal-Mart Stores East, LP, concerning property located in the City of Plainview Reinvestment Zone No. 1. The agreement involves the modernization of a distribution facility and other improvements, with an estimated cost of $275 million.

The Economic Development Strategic Plan for Hale County, Texas, focuses on enhancing the local economy by creating programs that foster quality economic growth. It addresses the need for an aggressive economic development program to counter slow economic growth over the past two decades. The plan identifies key activities to create new primary jobs, improve the workforce, and enhance the community's economic environment. It prioritizes the creation of a community-owned industrial park, workforce training, incentive programs for employers, increased funding for economic development, and a positive community attitude towards economic development.

The City of Plainview will hold a public hearing on the proposed 2023-2024 budget. The budget includes increases in total property taxes and details of revenue and expenditures across General Fund, Solid Waste Fund, Water & Sewer Fund, and total revenue and expenditures. The budget also outlines expenditures for Special Revenue Funds, System Improvement Funds, Capital Projects Fund, Debt Service Funds, and the Theatre Arts Fund. A copy of the proposed budget is available at the City Secretary's office and on the City's website.

The meeting will include a review of expenditures, a discussion of health department outreaches and activities, and a scheduling of the next meeting.