GT DISTRIBUTORS RELOCATES CORPORATE HEADQUARTERS TO PFLUGERVILLE BRINGING 105 JOBS AND $11.2 MM INVESTMENT

PFLUGERVILLE, Texas (April 28, 2021) — The Pflugerville City Council approved an economic development performance agreement (EDPA) between the Pflugerville Community Development Corporation (PCDC) Board of Directors and GT Distributors, Inc. (GT), a distributor specializing in high-quality law enforcement, military products and services, and fire and public safety supplies, during their regular meeting on April 27. The agreement was previously approved by the PCDC at a Regular Board Meeting on April 21.

The EDPA is contingent upon GT relocating all corporate operations from a 31,000-sf facility at 2545 Brockton Drive in Austin, investing $11.2 MM, and constructing a new 70,000 sf facility at 828 Meister Lane in Pflugerville. Besides accommodating the corporate headquarters, the project will include an expansion for GT’s largest product showroom in Texas and five other states that they serve.

Pflugerville’s positive business climate and accessibility to major highways were key features during the site selection process.

“We were looking for a new location that would provide great access, a business-friendly environment, and provide visibility for our employee-owners, vendors, and First Responder customers,” said Jim Orr, President, and CEO of GT Distributors. “We found everything in Pflugerville, and we look forward to working with PCDC and the City of Pflugerville as we build our new headquarters and recruit new employee-owners for our expansion.”

As part of the five-year EDPA, the PCDC is providing a total relocation grant of up to $300,000 provided that GT invests $11.2 MM and relocates and hires a total of 105 jobs over the term. In year one, the company is eligible for a relocation grant of $175,000 but must prove total investment and relocate a minimum of 90 jobs. In years two and three, the company is eligible for up to $75,000 annually, but must maintain the investment and previous jobs, and create five full-time jobs each year, for a total of 105 jobs by year five.

As an added benefit, GT Distributors, Inc. will provide discounts for the Pflugerville Police Department on ammunition, uniforms, specialized equipment and waive shipping fees for five years.

“We welcome GT Distributors as the newest member of our business community and look forward to their continued growth in Pflugerville,” said Amy Madison, PCDC Executive Director. “Since 1985, the company has had a presence in the Austin region, and we are pleased to keep them here providing needed products and ammunition to the Pflugerville Police Department and other first responders, as well as military and public safety professionals.”

About GT Distributors

G T Distributors, Inc. is a Law Enforcement and Public Safety Distributor founded in 1972 and is currently celebrating 49 years in business. We represent over 500 manufacturers in over 26 different product categories. GT Distributors is one of the nation’s largest public safety and uniform suppliers. The experienced staff of G T Distributors consists of 135 employees, 5 retail locations, over 30 customer service/retail representatives as well as 13 outside sales representatives. We currently have 5 retail locations to service our Public Safety customers, catalog, and website. Visit www.gtdist.com.

About the Pflugerville Community Development Corporation

Pflugerville, Texas, is one of the fastest-growing cities in the nation, according to U.S. Census Bureau estimates released in May 2018. With a population of more than 71,000, Pflugerville is located just minutes north of downtown Austin in the desirable Central Texas region. State highways 45 and 130 and Interstate Highway 35 offer direct access to other nearby cities and a quick route to nearby airports. Hometown pride and quality of life are top priority, with residents enjoying the beautiful Lake Pflugerville, an elaborate trail system, shopping areas, new restaurants, and the community’s many parades and festivals.

PCDC is responsible for attracting, retaining, and expanding businesses to create new jobs and increase tax revenue to support community development. PCDC can provide funding for use as an incentive for companies locating and growing in Pflugerville. PCDC funds, which are 4B money generated from a half-cent of the city’s sales tax revenue, can also be used to construct needed infrastructure such as roads, utilities, and drainage, as well as the development of parks and recreation projects. For more information, visit www.pfdevelopment.com.