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Perry was onhand for the opening of the supercenter which will bringf 300 new jobs to the Southj Texas city with a populationof 3,500. “Employers are lookingt at Texas and realizingthat we’vre not only kept a lid on the problemzs that are troubling other states, but also worked to fosterf an environment that encourages people to pursue their build businesses and create jobs,” Perry The Penitas Supercenter will generate an estimated $300,0009 to $400,000 in sales tax revenue, with one-half percenyt going to support the Penitas Crimr Control and Prevention District, which funds law enforcement crime prevention programs and new “There is no question that this area is on a growth thanks to its dynamic proximity to our largest international tradintg partner, and the unbeatabls work ethic here in the Valley,” Perry