Tax cuts urged to lure business to Grand Saline
A Letter to the Editor from a resident argues against annexation at the June 13 Grand Saline City Council meeting. He cites a 97 percent survey opposition and Morton Salt Company dissent, blaming taxes for dissuading growth. He urges tax incentive plans to attract firms like Plano and Frisco, asserting prosperity through business-friendly tax policy.
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The Grand Saline Sun welcomes letters to the editor on subjects of reader interest. Short letters up to 300 words are preferred for publication, but the editor may use any material at its discretion. Letters must include the writer’s handwritten signature and provide address and phone numbers for verification, though these contact details will not be printed.
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Annexation Debate Drawn By Local Officials And Industry
City councilman Bill Roberson leads annexation efforts saying growth and services require expansion while Morton Salt and the International Chemical Workers Union warn higher taxes may threaten business. Canton and Wills Point managers note ongoing annexations with broad support and growth benefits as surrounding towns show similar moves.
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State Capital Highlights Texas Prison Expansion
More than 18,000 state inmates housed in county jails will move into 13 new state prisons this month and in July, with a 14th opening in August. The $1.5 billion program will push Texas Department of Criminal Justice capacity to 133,000, making it the largest modern system. An additional 14 facilities are planned for 1996, raising capacity to 144,000, per TDCJ spokesman Glen Castleberry. James A. “Andy” Collins credits legislature and taxpayers for bonds enabling construction.
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Andy” Collins
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