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Res 37-2026 facilitating a planned expansion of their current facility at 1600 Fisher 04/07/2026 Resolution No. 37-2026 Resolution approving the programs and expenditures of the Wichita Falls Economic Development Corporation (WFEDC, 4A) by authorizing funding up to $640,000 to WPT Power Corporation, to assist in facilitating a planned expansion of their current facility at 1600 Fisher Rd. WHEREAS, Texas Local Gov't. Code § 501.073(a) provides "The corporation's authorizing unit will approve all programs and expenditures of a corporation and annually review any financial statements of the corporation"; and, WHEREAS, on March 26, 2026, the Wichita Falls Economic Development Corporation's Board of Directors approved the project. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WICHITA FALLS, TEXAS, THAT: The project described above of the Wichita Falls Economic Development Corporation is hereby approved. PASSED AND APPROVED this the 7th day of April, 2026. MAYOR ATTEST: I Deputy City Clerk WICHITA FALLS ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION PROJECT SUMMARY March 26, 2026 SUBJECT: Project USA Reshore INITIATED BY: Moriah Williams Overview. WPT Power Corporation has been in operation since 1992 in Wichita Falls. They currently employ 30 full-time employees. WPT has identified the need the need for an expansion that would construct a 10,000 square foot manufacturing facility, upgrade equipment, and create 12 new full-time positions over the next 3 years, allowing WPT to move additional assembly processes from Shanghai, China to Wichita Falls. WPT pays an average annual wage of$73,350. The Project: 10,000 square feet expansion with a new product line will be added to the existing plant, retention of all existing full-time employees (30), and creating 12 new full-time positions. Local Incentive Proposal: The company is requesting the following from the Wichita Falls Economic Development Corporation: Forgivable loan in the amount of$550,000 paid out over two years and forgiven after 5 years. If benchmarks are met, forgiveness will be granted by retaining all existing employees and by adding 12 new full-time positions by the end of year 3. Cash-for-jobs incentive in the amount of$90,000 paid out at a rate of$7,500 per full-time position created, up to 12 positions, and based off average annual wages at the facility being $73,350 (149% higher than the average annual wages in Wichita Falls) and once the employee has been employed at the plant for at least 6 months or more. Recommendation: We recommend that a forgivable loan be paid out to WPT Power in the total amount of$550,000, paid out to the company over two years, with proof of investment, and forgiven over 5 years for retaining all current employees and hiring 12 new full-time employees. A cash-for-jobs incentive not to exceed $90,000 paid out at a rate of$7,500 per new full-time position created, once the employee has been employed by WPT for a minimum of 6 months. WPT P.O.Box 8148 Wichita Falls,TX 76307 940-761-1971 P POWER info@WPTpower.com www.WPTpower.com January 5, 2026 Dear Wichita Falls Type A Board, I am writing on behalf of WPT Power Corporation, a leading provider of innovative power transmission solutions serving industries such as manufacturing, energy, utility, mining, marine and agriculture,to formally request consideration for a forgivable loan and property tax abatement to support our expansion and growth within Wichita Falls. As a committed member of the community,we are eager to further our investment in Wichita Falls and contribute to its economic vitality. WPT Power has been in operation since 1992 in Wichita Falls, currently employing 30 local individuals and generating an annual payroll of$2.6 million, annual property taxes of$40,000, annual inventory taxes of$38,000. We are planning a significant expansion project that includes constructing a new 10,000 sq ft manufacturing facility, upgrading equipment, and creating 12 new jobs over the next 3 years. The initial projected investment for this expansion is$2M, allowing WPT Power to move additional assembly processes from Shanghai, China to Wichita Falls,Texas. This initiative will not only strengthen our operations but also bring substantial benefits to the local economy, including increased employment opportunities, enhanced tax revenues over time, and support for local suppliers and businesses. To facilitate this expansion,we respectfully request: • A forgivable loan in the amount of$640,000 to cover initial construction costs and equipment purchases. The loan would be forgivable upon meeting agreed-upon milestones,such as job creation targets and investment thresholds. • A property tax abatement for 10 years on the new facility,which would help offset startup costs and ensure the project's viability. We believe this support aligns with the board's mission to foster economic development and job growth in Wichita Falls. WPT Power is happy to provide supporting documents, upon request, including our business plan,financial projections, and a detailed economic impact analysis demonstrating the long-term benefits to the community. We welcome the opportunity to meet in person to discuss this proposal further and address any questions from the board. Thank you for considering our request.We look forward to partnering with the Wichita Falls Type A Board to drive prosperity in Wichita Falls. Please feel free to contact me at(940)761-1971 or byron.baber@wptpower.com to schedule a discussion. cerely,e.--- -Byron a er Vice President WPT Power Corporation