The San Marcos City Council revisited its economic incentive deal with a film studio but chose to take no action.
The city council approved a Chapter 380 economic development incentive agreement with Hill Country Group LLC. during its June 7 meeting. But councilmembers Alyssa Garza and Saul Gonzales chose to bring the item back after residents voiced their concerns about the film production studio’s location over the Edwards Aquifer Recharge Zone.
“My motivation to bring forth this item is generally twofold,” Garza said. “First, is the outpour of community feedback and concern, emphasizing that there is a very obvious lack of public understanding regarding the process that goes into Chapter 380 agreements. Specifically, in regard to how we balance environmental concerns, and making responsible use of incentives … And then, secondly, to provide a space to clear up the confusion that has led to concerns specifically regarding the tax incentive agreement.”
