Tax abatements drive Ector County business push in local race
Republican Freddie Gardner seeks reelection in Precinct 1 amid talk of tax abatements to lure firms like Navasota Energy and support for wind farms and call centers. Democrat Linda Young Angsley challenges, arguing abatements can burden existing businesses but favor investment. Democrat Dale Childers opposes to Precinct 3 incumbent Barbara Graff, urging continued CDC partnerships and more abatements.
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Abatements debate in Odessa targets jobs and growth
County leaders discuss tax abatements to lure businesses and new jobs to Schlemeyer Field area, with staged investment and job-creation thresholds over five to ten years. Candidates stress airport improvements and attracting higher paying employers to keep youths in Odessa.
Pickens promises another OSU gift despite fund losses
OSU alumnus T Boone Pickens told ABC during the Texas game in Austin he plans to announce details of another major financial gift to Oklahoma State University. He noted the fund with 300 partners had sustained losses but expected to contribute more money than initially invested, with the athletic village project delayed due to overall downturn.
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Odessa College trustees to discuss land purchase
Odessa College trustees will discuss approving a real estate purchase of four parcels at the corner of University Boulevard and Andrews Highway at 7 p.m. Tuesday. Board member Gary Johnson says the land fits long-range plans. tenants will stay until needed. The board will also hear about branding efforts and recognize the women's softball and men's basketball teams.
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