LANSING – A
$300,000 state grant by the Michigan Strategic Fund will help an injection
molding plant in Tallmadge Charter Township leverage a $14 million investment
and create 54 jobs.
So announced
the Michigan Economic Development Corp. Wednesday. The receipient of the grant
is Agape Plastics in Ottawa County, which specializes in custom injection
molding and assembly for the automotive, furniture and equipment industries.
“The
decision of Agape Plastics to expand further in Tallmadge Charter Township
demonstrates Michigan�s business-friendly environment and talented workforce.
It is thanks to many public and private partners that this project is taking
place, and we are pleased to support that collaboration,” said MEDC Chief
Executive Officer Steve Arwood. “This investment will provide excellent
employment opportunities for Michigan residents and will create a long-term
positive impact on the local economy.”
Agape Plastics
plans to construct a 57,600 square foot addition to its current manufacturing
facility. Tallmadge Charter Township has offered support to the project in the
form of property tax abatement.
Individuals
interested in career opportunities with Agape Plastics should visit www.agapeplastics.com/contact-us.
The Michigan
Department of Environmental Quality supported the project by approving the
relocation of a DEQ conservation easement and providing assistance with the
conservation easement mitigation process.
