Odessa considers incentives for Weir Oil and Gas expansion
Odessa officials weigh a $1.4 million five year grant and potential five year tax abatement to lure Weir Oil and Gas to relocate parts of operations. City leaders argue incentives safeguard jobs while critics say such programs often aid companies already expanding or relocating. Weir plans a $7.1 million capital investment and a 15 year lease for a new Customer Support Center with expansion land and will partner with Odessa College for training.
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