Mayor urges ‘shop local’ as Auburn leaders outline sales-tax reliance and small-business support Mayor Kelly Davis and city officials told an Auburn town hall the city depends heavily on sales tax for day-to-day services, described how the city retains roughly 1% of a typical 7.25% sales-tax receipt, and outlined grants and tactics to convert visitors into local customers.

Mayor Kelly Davis stresses the critical importance of shopping local, revealing how every dollar spent shapes the future of Auburn's vital services and businesses.

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Auburn council approves $17.1 million tax abatement for CSP, annexation and multiple contracts At its Jan. 6 meeting the Auburn City Council approved a tax abatement for CSP Technologies, the annexation of Cole Place phase 1, liquor licenses for two new businesses and several infrastructure and construction contracts; vote tallies were not specified in the minutes.

Auburn City Council just greenlit a $17.1 million tax break for CSP Technologies and unveiled plans for a new rural neighborhood—big changes are coming!

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Council approves tax‑abatement actions, sports facility upgrades and a commercial rebate for shopping‑center improvements Council extended a tax abatement for Roush & Pausch, approved an amendment raising Chin Hua Auto USA's planned investment to ~$210M, awarded a $2.78M construction contract for turf and field upgrades, and approved a $300,000 rebate as part of a commercial development agreement for a shopping‑center investor.

The council's recent meeting unveiled a $25 million investment plan and major upgrades to local sports facilities, paving the way for job growth and improved community spaces.

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City Council approves zoning change for 21 residential lots on Wright's Mill Road Council posts rezoning decision for September to consider development overlay for safety concerns.

Auburn's City Council has made significant moves, from extending a parking management contract to postponing a crucial rezoning request that could reshape Wright's Mill Road!

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Auburn names Andrea Mitchell employee of the month for economic development contributions Andrea Mitchell recognized for crucial role in Auburn's entrepreneurial and financial management efforts.

Andrea Mitchell has been honored as Auburn's Employee of the Month for her extraordinary contributions to local economic growth and unwavering support during challenging times.

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