Viewpoint: Tesla tax breaks a good deal for taxpayers, economy

Many have likely heard that Tesla is considering building a vehicle manufacturing plant in the Austin area. Tesla is seeking a limited property tax discount, which will likely be the focus of most headlines, but the project itself offers a textbook study in how tax incentives can provide a win for the potential new taxpayer, but an even bigger win for the community. Tesla has applied for an agreement with Del Valle ISD under Chapter 313 of the Tax Code. Here’s how the agreement would work. Del…