County approves $129K and tax breaks for manufacturer that considered moving

SarasotaCounty Commissioners awarded the economic development money to Harmar Mobility following the decision to cut EDC funding.

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| 2:48 p.m. August 24, 2021
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File. The Sarasota County Board of County Commissioners awarded Harmar Mobility LLC $129,000 to be paid over 10 years. Pictured is Harmar CEO Steve Dawson.

Manatee-Sarasota

SARASOTA — Sarasota County Commissioners approved a package of performance-based incentives, including $129,000, to help keep mobility device manufacturer Harmar Mobility in Sarasota.

Commissioners approved the funds, which come from the economic development fund (EDIF) and will be paid over 10 years, in a meeting Tuesday, Aug. 24. Commissioners also approved a 10-year exemption from ad valorem taxes for Harmar; both provisions only kick in after the company meets hiring and investment goals. The company’s projected expansion will include 43 manufacturing jobs at an average salary of $58,000, according to a statement.