The Bellefonte school board voted 8-1 Tuesday for a resolution supporting the potential Nestle water bottling facility the company is looking into building in Spring or Benner township, Centre County.
Tax revenue, positive economic impacts and educational opportunities were listed as reasons in the resolution the school board approved. Board President Rod Musser is one of those who supports it.
“We have to realize that they will bring a lot of revenue to the entire district, including the state,” Musser said after the meeting.
The Nestle project would mean about $159,000 dollars in taxes for the school district. The resolution also points to possible learning and internship opportunities.
But, the plan is facing opposition from some area residents. They’ve raised environmental concerns and questioned whether Nestle is being open and up front.
Musser said he thinks the project will be a good thing for the area.
“I understand people are a little agitated in certain areas," he said. "But when you really look at the scope, I have confidence in the Spring Township Water Authority that they’ve done due diligence."
Opponents are expected to attend a Spring Township Water Authority meeting March 28.
