City of Monroe Presents Incentive Grant Payment to Tyson Foods Inc.

City of Monroe presented an economic development incentive check to Tyson Foods Inc. on Tuesday, July 1, as part of the City’s commitment to stimulate the local economy.

Mayor Robert Burns, Council Members James Kerr and Franco McGee, City Manager Mark Watson, Assistant City Manager Jeff Wells, and Strategic Projects Manager Teresa Campo presented the check to Tyson Foods Complex Manager Jonathan Edwards, Senior Human Resources Business Partner Tyre Shoffner, and Plant Manager Ira Phillips at the company's Monroe facility.

“Tyson Foods has shown commitment to Monroe with significant investment in their facility. We are proud to back this initiative with an incentive payment and truly value Tyson’s role as one of Monroe’s major employers,” said City Manager Watson.

This incentive is the second of ten that will be distributed this year to companies approved by Monroe City Council. The first incentive check was given to Charlotte Pipe and Foundry on June 24, 2025.

“Incentives are not just for new companies. They are used to retain valued business, like Tyson, and ensure employment opportunities for the community,” said Teresa Campo.