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From OnPath Federal Credit Union Relocates Headquarters to Mandeville

How could OnPath's relocation to Mandeville affect the St. Tammany Parish Government?

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OnPath's move to Mandeville brings tax abatement and job growth to St. Tammany Parish OnPath is moving its corporate headquarters from Metairie to a building in Mandeville, St. Tammany Parish. As part of this relocation, OnPath entered into an ad valorem tax abatement program with the St. Tammany Parish Government, which could last up to ten years. This program requires OnPath to meet annual job and capital expenditure requirements while paying a 35% reduced property tax rate. This move is also tied to plans by OnPath to hire more than 140 new employees in the coming years.

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  • OnPath purchased the Mandeville building in early October for nearly $11 million.nola.com
  • OnPath entered into an ad valorem tax abatement program with St. Tammany Parish.nola.com
  • The program could run for up to ten years.nola.com
  • OnPath will pay a 35% reduced property tax rate.nola.com
  • OnPath plans to hire more than 140 new employees in the next few years.nola.com

Why it matters

The St. Tammany Parish Government is responsible for managing local economic development and ensuring fiscal stability. The tax abatement program represents a direct financial negotiation and commitment from the Parish to attract major corporate investment, which is a key part of its economic strategy.

This move contributes to the parish's broader goal of attracting businesses to the northshore, a trend already seen with companies like Agile Cold Storage. OnPath's planned hiring and strategic growth in St. Tammany Parish support the parish's efforts to grow its presence in the New Orleans area.

What we don't know yet

  • What specific annual job and capital expenditure requirements must OnPath meet to maintain the tax abatement?
  • How will the Parish Government monitor OnPath's compliance with the terms of the tax abatement program?

What would change this answer

OnPath fails to meet the annual job or capital expenditure requirementsThe Parish Government could revoke the tax abatement, potentially leading to a significant increase in property tax revenue.
OnPath expands its presence further in St. Tammany ParishThe Parish Government's tax base and demand for municipal services would increase beyond the initial scope of the agreement.

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The full eventOnPath Federal Credit Union Relocates Headquarters to Mandeville

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