The
company plans to invest about $4.2 million in its facility with help from a
$165,000 grant.
Walbro
Engine Management was established in 1950 in Fenton and relocated to Cass City
in 1954. It is a manufacturer of carburetors, ignition systems, fuel storage
systems, and other components for power equipment, marine, and recreational
applications.
Those
interested in employment opportunities with Walbro should visit www.walbro.com/careers.
“Walbro Engine Management has been in Cass City for 60 years, and
I’m proud that they chose to expand and create jobs right here in the Thumb,”
said State Rep. Terry Brown (D-Pigeon) noting the company chose its Cass City
location for the expansion over a competing site in Mexico. “This is a great
example of state and local officials working together with businesses to
support the local economy and improve our communities.”
“This
grant is excellent news for Cass City,” said U.S. Rep. Candice Miller
(R-Harrison Township). “I applaud this grant to help Walbro Engine Management
LLC with their expansion, and I believe it will have a significant economic
impact on the community.”
The
Michigan Strategic Fund was created in 1984 to promote economic development and
create jobs in Michigan.
Cass
City Village officials also offered Walbro a 12-year property tax abatement.
Mary Drier www.michigansthumb.com
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