The plant is in the McKeesport Enterprise Zone. The project will create three new jobs and retain 122 jobs. The city hopes to rehab 35 housing units. Firms can receive an additional 10 percent CNI tax credit if projects create jobs for low-income Pennsylvanians. The ECC program encourages non-profit organizations, local governments and educational institutions to assist communities experiencing unemployment and poverty.
Eligible activities are rehabilitation and expansion or physical improvements to buildings or land.
These activities will encourage economic development and job creation in financially disadvantaged communities. The Downtown program provides grants to municipalities and redevelopment authorities for Main Street manager and physical improvements in traditional business districts supported by a strategic plan. Operating grants and redevelopment loans for state-certified Community Housing Development Organizations also are eligible for funding.