WEDC: Governor Walker announces $1.5 million in tax credits for Bush Brothers & Company

Support will help expansion and retain 147 jobs

Contact: Tom Thieding, 608-267-9661 tom.thieding@wedc.org

Shauna Breneman, 608-267-9661 shauna.breneman@wedc.org

Link to Release: http://wedc.org/bushbrothers

MADISON, February 6, 2012 – Governor Scott Walker announced today that Bush Brothers & Company, Augusta, is eligible for up to $1.5 million in Economic Development Tax Credits through the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC) to assist the company’s expansion.

Bush Brothers & Company is planning a $60 million project to expand and equip its facility in Augusta. Bush Brothers has committed to retain 147 positions at the location.

The tax credits will be used to reimburse the company for a portion of its capital investment. WEDC will approve the tax credits over three years.