Mangano Helps Create And Retain Over 700 Jobs In Westbury At PL Developments

Nassau County Executive Edward P. Mangano and the Nassau Industrial Development Agency (NCIDA) announced the approval of an economic development compact that will allow a pharmaceutical company with 569 employees to remain in Westbury. The compact requires the company to create 150 new jobs and is estimated to produce $1.2 billion in new economic benefit to Nassau County. The company, PL Developments had been courted by other states, including Florida where they have other operations, to relocate their workforce.

The compact allows PL Developments, a manufacturer of over-the-counter pharmaceuticals and packaging, to renovate an existing 171,166-square-foot building at 200 Hicks St. and purchase, renovate and equip a 102,000-square-foot building at 609-2 Cantiague Rock Rd. The company also will lease additional parking facilities and remain in two other buildings. The company’s project, estimated to cost $8.1 million, will generate 25 construction industry jobs.

“My administration is working tirelessly to retain local jobs and help Nassau County employers expand their operations so they can put more Long Islanders back to work,” said County Executive Mangano. “From creating and retaining more than 3,000 jobs, to generating over a billion dollars in economic activity for local economy, this agreement is a win-win for Nassau residents.”

“Without this project, hundreds of Nassau County residents would have faced the prospect of unemployment. I am pleased we were able to keep PL Developments and its workforce in Nassau County,” added Joseph Kearney, executive director of the Nassau IDA

Mitch Singer, President and CEO of PL Developments, stated, “We remain thankful for the support of County Executive Ed Mangano and the Nassau County IDA. The people of PL Developments are invaluable to our company. Their hard work and dedication is what makes us strong on Long Island and a force in our industry.”

About the Nassau County IDA

The Nassau County Industrial Development Agency consists of a team of professionals whose mission is to promote the economic welfare and prosperity of Nassau County. It is a resource for businesses in Nassau County and those considering relocation. The IDA provides assistance to businesses interested in relocating, expanding and financing new investments. It has provided assistance to a wide range of companies, from Arizona Iced Tea and Sleepy’s Mattress to Cold Spring Harbor Labs and Grumman Studios. For more information, please visitwww.nassauida.org or call 516-571-1945.