McKinney meeting summaries, agendas, and minutes

McKinney agendas: $1M design contract, four TIRZ1 agreements, Habitat loan extension

McKinney's City Council agenda for Oct. 20 listed a $1,000,000 contract with Parkhill, Smith & Cooper, Inc. for preliminary design of 300 acres for sports, retail and mixed-use development — the largest dollar figure in a two-week stretch of city board and commission meetings. Minutes for all eight meetings summarized here have not yet been published, so this roundup reports what was scheduled for consideration, not what was decided. No vote tallies were available.

Council: design contract and sports facility budget amendment

The Oct. 20 regular meeting agenda listed the Parkhill, Smith & Cooper contract for preliminary design of the 300-acre site, along with a budget amendment for the Regional Sports Facility Project (PK2344) and a contract with Titan & Associates Construction LLC for reconstruction of 705 Gerrish Street. Public hearings were scheduled on annexation and zoning to Local Commercial and Townhome Residential on North Custer Road, and on minor vehicle repair permits at Wilmeth Road/North Hardin Boulevard and at Coit Road.

TIRZ1: four economic development agreements

The Reinvestment Zone Number One board agenda for Oct. 20 included a proposed resolution amending the TIRZ1 Administration Policy and Guidelines, plus Chapter 380 economic development agreements tied to property improvements at four addresses: Happymix Creperie at 113 S Tennessee Street, Nir Sela at 111 E Virginia Street, Shorty's McKinney LLC at 109 N Kentucky Street, and SWHU Ying Wang, LLC at 101 N McDonald. The agenda did not state the dollar value or terms of the agreements.

Habitat for Humanity loan extension

The McKinney Community Development Corporation agenda for Oct. 22 listed a request from Habitat for Humanity of Collin County to extend its loan agreement for Project 4B25-15 to January 31, 2027. The same agenda listed an oath of office for Bill Bilyeu, Markus Lloyd, David Riche, Barbara Tomes and Chris Wilkes, and executive sessions on the litigation North Texas Conservation Association et al v. McKinney Community Development Corporation et al, and on economic development for TUPPS Brewery & Entertainment Destination, Project Hemispheres, Venu/Notes Live, and Project 17-04 Craig Ranch Resort Hotel.

Zoning and permits

The Planning & Zoning Commission agenda for Oct. 13 listed public hearings on three requests for 'I1' Light Industrial District zoning — east of Enloe Road, north of FM 546, and at the northeast corner of Enloe Road and County Road 327 — plus design exceptions for Tupps Brewery at 402 East Louisiana Street and for Davis Rowlett Station Apartments near Custer Road and Eldorado Parkway. Specific use permits were listed for Christian Brothers Automotive at South Independence Parkway and Virginia Parkway, and for Burger King, Popeyes and Taco Bueno on University Drive, which the agenda noted was requested to be tabled. The Burger King, Popeyes and Taco Bueno request appears again on the Oct. 27 agenda, listed on West University Drive.

Work session topics

The Oct. 20 City Council work session listed proposed legislative priorities for the 90th Session of the Texas State Legislature, proposed amendments to the Unified Development Code, a proposed ordinance for water supply cross connection control and backflow prevention, the Safe Streets McKinney Comprehensive Safety Action Plan Final Report, and an adjusted membership structure and rates for the Recreation Center at Towne Lake, Old Settlers Recreation Center and Senior Recreation Center.

Board elections and appointments

The McKinney Armed Services Memorial Board met Oct. 14 with election of officers, discussion of the 2026 Veterans Day Ceremony and a Rotary Veterans Fundraiser, and review of board standard operating procedures. The Community Grants Advisory Commission met Oct. 15 for member onboarding on parliamentary procedure and Chapter 171 Conflicts of Interest, discussion of Round II Consolidated Grants, and officer elections. The McKinney Economic Development Corporation met Oct. 20 to elect officers, appoint standing committee members, review August 2026 financials, and hold executive sessions on Lots 69, 70, 71, 72 and 73 of Block 9 of the Old Donation Addition and on VENU Holding Corporation, Project Marty, Project Ivy and Project Blooming.

Coming up

Three meetings are scheduled for Oct. 27. Visit McKinney will administer an oath of office to Keith Gall, Kathy Blank, Angelia Farnell and Jessica Rattan, elect a Chair, Vice Chair and Treasurer, appoint committee members, and hear a presentation on the refreshed VisitMcKinney.com. The Planning & Zoning Commission will take up design exceptions for the Jordan Towing impound lot at Couch Drive and Recovery Way and for Costco retail sales at 3650 W University Drive, specific use permits for Burger King, Popeyes and Taco Bueno on West University Drive and for the MK Venue outdoor event center at 312 East Cloyd Street, and review of the Oct. 13 minutes. A joint meeting of the City Council and MEDC will discuss the MEDC Strategic Plan (Item 26-1055) and hold an executive session on Lots 69, 70, 71, 72 and 73 of Block 9 of the Old Donation Addition.

McKinney agendas: VENU development agreement, 62-acre annexation, $210,000 service line program

McKinney's City Council, its two economic development corporations and several advisory boards were scheduled to take up a development agreement, annexation requests, fee changes and park projects between Sept. 29 and Oct. 9, 2026. Every record reviewed for those meetings is an agenda; minutes have not been published, so no votes or outcomes are confirmed here. What follows is what the agendas list for consideration.

Joint meeting: VENU Chapter 380 agreement

The City Council meets jointly with the McKinney Community Development Corporation (MCDC) and McKinney Economic Development Corporation (MEDC) on Monday, Oct. 5 at 3:00 PM at City Hall, 401 E. Virginia Street. The joint agenda has one action item: Resolution 26-0935, authorizing the City Manager, MEDC President and MCDC President to execute an Amended and Restated Chapter 380, Grant, and Development Agreement with VENU Holding Corporation (successor-by-name-change to Notes Live, Inc.) and a related Consent, Recognition, Subordination, Nondisturbance, and Development Agreement Protection Agreement. No dollar amounts are stated in the agenda.

A City Council Work Session follows with proclamations 26-0936 (Mayors' Monarch Pledge Day) and 26-0868 (Community Planning Month), presentation 26-0937 on the McKinney Neighborhood Heroes Program, and item 26-0938, an informational update on a Recall Petition. Both bodies also list executive sessions on litigation, real property and economic development. Litigation items include City of McKinney v. City of Melissa (Case No. 494-05254-2026) and North Texas Conservation Association et al v. McKinney Community Development Corporation et al (Cause No. 471-01849-2026). Real property deliberation is listed for 606 East Standifer Street.

Council regular meeting: annexation, fees, $210,000 program

The council's regular meeting is Monday, Oct. 5 at 6:00 PM at 401 E. Virginia Street. Listed items include a public hearing on annexation (Case 26-0008A) and zoning (Case 26-0023Z) of land west of County Road 161, about 1,350 feet north of County Road 124, for residential uses. Separately, the agenda lists a resolution for an annexation and developer participation agreement with Provident Realty Acquisitions III LLC for an industrial warehouse project on approximately 61.922 acres east of SH 5 and south of SH 121.

Other items: an ordinance amending Appendix A Schedule of Fees, including alcohol beverage permits and development fees; an ordinance amending the FY 2026-2027 budget and 2027-2031 Capital Improvements Program for the Bonnie Wenk Sanitary Sewer Lift Station Project and the SH 5 TxDOT Local Contributions Project (ST2136); and a resolution creating a Galvanized Service Line Replacement Program with funds not to exceed $210,000.

Transit board: DART micro-transit for 2027

The McKinney Urban Transit District Board meets Monday, Oct. 5 at 5:30 PM at City Hall Council Chambers. Item 26-0941 is a resolution to consider, discuss and act on an amendment to the existing interlocal agreement with Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART) for micro-transit service in 2027. Attachments listed are the DART ILA and GoPass ILA. The board also lists minutes from Sept. 1 (26-0939), a Transit Service Update presentation (26-0940), public comments limited to 3 minutes per speaker per agenda item, and an executive session for attorney consultation as needed.

Historic board: demolition request on W. Louisiana Street

The Historic Preservation Advisory Board met Thursday, Oct. 1 at 5:30 PM at City Hall. Agenda items were election of Chair and Vice-Chair (26-0929), minutes of Sept. 3 (26-0928), a Certificate of Appropriateness request by owner Stephen Keathley to demolish a carport and detached shed at 415 W. Louisiana Street (HP2026-0093), and a request by Jarrod Branam for approval of a historic marker at 1013 Howell Street (HP2026-0094).

Parks board: recreation rates and Wattley Park

The Parks, Recreation, and Open Space Advisory Board met Thursday, Oct. 8 at 5:30 PM. Items included election of officers (26-0981); a resolution adjusting membership structure and rates for the Recreation Center at Towne Lake, Old Settlers Recreation Center and Senior Recreation Center under Sec. 74-101 of the City Code of Ordinances (26-0982); and a recommendation to City Council on a resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute a construction contract for the Wattley Park Improvements Project (PK1831) (26-0983).

Housing, tourism and Main Street

The McKinney Housing Finance Corporation met Friday, Oct. 9 to consider a resolution adopting an updated Affordable Housing Scorecard, bond applications for the Torrington Terry Apartments Project and the Forest View Senior Living Apartments Project, and election of officers. The Visit McKinney Board met Sept. 29 for its 2025-2026 Year in Review and recognition of outgoing board members; the agenda states no city council or board action would be taken. The McKinney Main Street Board met Thursday, Oct. 8 at 8:30 AM to elect officers and discuss financial reports and an Oktoberfest 2026 recap.

Coming up

• **Oct. 13 — Planning & Zoning Commission:** public hearings on 'I1' Light Industrial District requests at three locations (east of Enloe Road; north of FM 546; northeast corner of Enloe Road and County Road 327); design exception for Tupps Brewery at 402 East Louisiana Street; design exception for Davis Rowlett Station Apartments near Custer Road and Eldorado Parkway; a Specific Use Permit for Christian Brothers Automotive at South Independence Parkway and Virginia Parkway; and a Specific Use Permit for Burger King, Popeyes and Taco Bueno on University Drive, requested to be tabled.
• **Oct. 14 — McKinney Armed Services Memorial Board:** election of officers and discussion of the 2026 Veterans Day Ceremony and a Rotary Veterans Fundraiser.
• **Oct. 15 — Community Grants Advisory Commission:** member onboarding on parliamentary procedure and Chapter 171 conflicts of interest, discussion of Round II Consolidated Grants, and election of officers.

McKinney boards weigh airport funding, budget, and clinic grant

No final decisions were published from McKinney government meetings held over the past two weeks; all recent agendas were released but minutes have not yet been posted. The most consequential items under consideration include funding for police and fire services at McKinney National Airport, the proposed Fiscal Year 2026-27 budget, and a $447,677 grant request for a medical clinic expansion.

Recent meetings

Reinvestment Zone Number Two (Aug. 18) — The TIRZ2 board considered a resolution authorizing tax increment funding for police and fire personnel servicing commercial air service at McKinney National Airport. The board also approved minutes from its May 5 meeting and held an executive session for attorney consultation.

City Council Special Meeting (Aug. 18) — The council discussed a resolution (26-0767) to amend the policy for board and commission member appointments and eligibility. Work session items included an Atmos Energy presentation on pipeline replacement impact on city parkland, parks capital projects, and results of a feasibility study for APEX North. The council entered executive session on pending litigation and economic development matters.

City Council Regular Meeting (Aug. 18) — The council held a public hearing on the proposed FY 2026-27 budget. The consent agenda included contracts for roadway improvements with Garret Shields Infrastructure, an elevator addition at APEX Centre with Crossland Construction, and Towne Lake Phase 1C including the Bob & Barbara Tomes Dog Park with A&C Construction. The council also considered the sale of a sanitary sewer easement to the North Texas Municipal Water District.

Planning & Zoning Commission (Aug. 11) — The commission held public hearings on a design exception for Franklin Branch Apartments, a specific use permit for fuel sales at Wildwood Marketplace, a zoning request to MF36 multi-family on Baxter Well Road, and a rezoning from PD to C2 local commercial on Eldorado Parkway.

Board of Adjustment (Aug. 19) — The board heard an appeal by Humble Sign Co. for Chuy's Tex-Mex to allow two illuminated signs of about 82 square feet each at 8405 West University Drive, exceeding the 25-square-foot limit for non-street facing facades.

Other recent meetings — The Armed Services Memorial Board discussed the 2026 Veterans Day Ceremony and operating procedures (Aug. 12). The Library Advisory Board considered changing its meeting frequency (Aug. 20). The Arts Commission voted on a $20,000 downtown mural at 226 E Virginia Street and recommended FY2027 grant funding amounts (Aug. 20).

Coming up

City Council Special Meeting (Aug. 25) — The council will appoint members to city boards and commissions for the 2026-27 term, including the TIRZ1 board.

Planning & Zoning Commission (Aug. 25) — Public hearings on two design exceptions, two 7-Eleven fuel permits, and two rezoning requests, including a senior multifamily and a light manufacturing site.

McKinney Community Development Corporation (Aug. 27) — The board will consider a $447,677 grant for CommonGood Medical infrastructure at 2750 Virginia Parkway, a $72,102 grant for the Heard Natural Science Museum, and a $764,953 grant for McKinney Roots Farm expansion. Public hearings will address amendments to a $2,500,000 grant to Palladium McKinney Ranch.

Visit McKinney (Aug. 25) — The board will consider transitioning its tourism grant program to a tourism incentive program.

McKinney council to hold budget hearing; TIRZ2 board to vote on airport police/fire funding

McKinney city officials are set to hold a public hearing on the proposed fiscal year 2026-27 budget on Aug. 18, and the Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone Number Two (TIRZ2) board will vote the same day on funding for police and fire personnel at McKinney National Airport. No final decisions were made in the past two weeks, as minutes from recent meetings have not yet been published.

Recent meetings (agenda only)

City Council (Aug. 4 and Aug. 7)

• The Aug. 4 regular meeting agenda included a proposed tax rate for FY 2026-27, rezoning requests for Airport Drive/Greenville Road (to Mixed Residential District) and 1710 Couch Drive (from Light Manufacturing to Heavy Industrial), a specific use permit for QuikTrip at 1601 W University Drive, and a contract for Laud Howell Parkway Lanes 3 & 4 construction with TxDOT.
• The Aug. 4 work session covered preliminary planning for the North Civic Campus and board and commission appointment policy. An executive session addressed economic development matters including Venu Holding Corporation and Project Kepler.
• The Aug. 7 work session discussed the proposed FY 2026-27 budget and the accompanying Taxpayer Impact Statement. No votes were expected.

Historic Preservation Advisory Board (Aug. 6)

• The board considered historic marker requests for 408 N Waddill Street, 404 N Church Street, 417 N Waddill Street, and 620 W Virginia Street. It also considered Level I Historic Neighborhood Improvement Zone Program tax exemptions for 408 N Waddill Street and 620 W Virginia Street.

Planning & Zoning Commission (Aug. 11)

• The commission held public hearings on a design exception for the Franklin Branch Apartments site plan, a specific use permit for passenger vehicle fuel sales at Wildwood Marketplace, a zoning request to MF36 multi-family residential on Baxter Well Road, and a rezoning from PD to C2 local commercial on Eldorado Parkway. It also approved the July 28, 2026 minutes as a consent item.

Armed Services Memorial Board (Aug. 12)

• The board discussed the 2026 Veterans Day Ceremony and its standard operating procedures. No action was taken on discussion items.

Coming up

• **Aug. 18 – City Council Special Meeting:** Consideration of Resolution 26-0767 to amend board and commission appointment policy; presentations on Atmos Energy pipeline replacement impact on city parkland, parks capital projects, and APEX North feasibility study results; executive session on litigation and Project Kepler.
• **Aug. 18 – TIRZ2 Board:** Vote on a resolution authorizing TIRZ #2 funding for police and fire personnel at McKinney National Airport; approval of May 5, 2026 minutes.
• **Aug. 18 – City Council Regular Meeting:** Public hearing on the FY 2026-27 budget; contracts with Garret Shields Infrastructure (roadway improvements Package 1), Crossland Construction (APEX Centre elevator addition at 3003 Alma Road), and A&C Construction (Towne Lake Phase 1C including Bob & Barbara Tomes Dog Park); sale of a sanitary sewer easement to North Texas Municipal Water District for Stover Creek Force Main.
• **Aug. 19 – Board of Adjustment:** Public hearing on an appeal by Humble Sign Co. for two illuminated signs at Chuy's Tex-Mex (8405 West University Drive) that would exceed the 25-square-foot limit; approval of June 3, 2026 minutes.
• **Aug. 20 – Library Advisory Board:** Consideration of changing meeting frequency; introduction of new Exhibits Coordinator; Director's Report.
• **Aug. 20 – McKinney Arts Commission:** Vote on a $20,000 public art mural at 226 E Virginia Street; recommended funding amounts for FY2027 season grant organizations; update on DTX Airport Murals installation.

McKinney council to weigh tax rate, budget; rezoning requests on tap

McKinney city boards and commissions held a busy week of meetings, but no final decisions have been published yet. All items below come from agendas; minutes are not yet available, so outcomes remain pending. The most consequential items on the table are the proposed Fiscal Year 2026-27 tax rate and budget, which the City Council discussed in work sessions and will take up at a future regular meeting.

City Council

The City Council held two work sessions this week. On Aug. 4, members reviewed preliminary planning for the North Civic Campus (NCC) and discussed board and commission member policy and appointment procedures. The agenda also included an executive session on economic development matters involving Venu Holding Corporation and Project Kepler.

On Aug. 7, the council discussed the proposed FY 2026-27 budget and the accompanying Taxpayer Impact Statement. No votes were scheduled; the meeting was discussion-only, with a possible executive session for attorney consultation.

At the Aug. 4 regular meeting, the council considered the proposed FY 2026-27 tax rate and set a public hearing date. The agenda also included two rezoning requests: one for property at Airport Drive and Greenville Road to Mixed Residential District, and another for 1710 Couch Drive from Light Manufacturing District (ML) to Heavy Industrial District (I2). A Specific Use Permit for QuikTrip at 1601 W University Drive was also on the agenda, along with a contract for Laud Howell Parkway Lanes 3 & 4 construction with TxDOT.

Joint Council-EDC Meeting

On July 28, the City Council and McKinney Economic Development Corporation met jointly to review EDC activities and strategic priorities. The council also entered executive session to discuss real property in the Old Donation Addition (Lots 69–73, Block 9) and an economic development matter code-named “Project Marty.” No votes were scheduled on the strategic update; any action on executive session items could follow.

Planning & Zoning Commission

Also on July 28, the Planning & Zoning Commission held public hearings on two items: a design exception to a site plan for the Henry Street Multi-Family development at 320 W Henry Street, and a rezoning request for 1710 Couch Drive from Light Manufacturing to Heavy Industrial. The commission also reviewed minutes from previous meetings.

Historic Preservation Advisory Board

On Aug. 6, the Historic Preservation Advisory Board considered historic marker requests for four properties: 408 N Waddill Street, 404 N Church Street, 417 N Waddill Street, and 620 W Virginia Street. The board also reviewed two Level I Historic Neighborhood Improvement Zone Program tax exemption requests, for 408 N Waddill Street and 620 W Virginia Street.

Boards & Commissions Candidate Interviews

The city held two sessions of candidate interviews for boards and commissions — Session #3 on July 27 and Session #4 on July 30. Both were informational only; no council, board, or commission actions were taken. The meetings were streamed live, and notices of potential quorum were posted per Texas Government Code.

Coming up

No upcoming meetings are listed in the next 14 days. Residents should check the city’s meeting calendar for future agendas and public hearing dates, including the scheduled public hearing on the proposed FY 2026-27 tax rate.

McKinney Government Roundup: Boards Scheduled to Act on Housing Bonds, Park Grants, and TIRZ Expansion

McKinney's boards and commissions had a busy two weeks, with the Housing Finance Corporation scheduled to authorize millions in revenue bonds for the Skyway Villas Apartments and the Community Development Corporation set to vote on more than $2.2 million in grants. However, minutes have not yet been published for any of the recent meetings, so final outcomes and vote tallies are not available.

Skyway Villas Housing Bonds

The McKinney Housing Finance Corporation was scheduled July 24 to consider authorizing issuance of Multifamily Housing Revenue Bonds (Skyway Villas), Series 2026. Related resolutions included an application to the Texas Bond Review Board, delegating bond issuance authority to the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs, and forming McKinney Skyway Villas Holdings, LLC with associated ground lease agreements. The board was also set to consider its proposed FY2026-2027 budget.

The City Council, in its July 21 regular meeting, scheduled a public hearing on a 4% housing tax credit application for acquisition and rehabilitation of Skyway Villas Apartments.

Community Development Corporation Grant Votes

The McKinney Community Development Corporation was scheduled July 23 to vote on several grant requests:

• **$1,177,920** (Project 4B26-12) for the Parks Master Plan, ADA remediations, equipment, and vehicles
• **$575,595** (Project 4B26-09) for infrastructure to expand and relocate McKinney Roots Farm to Gray Branch Park
• **$447,677.25** (Project 4B26-09) for infrastructure, parking, ADA improvements, and renovation of CommonGood Medical clinic at 2750 Virginia Parkway
• **$72,102.16** (Project 4B26-11) for an indoor bug exhibit and mural restoration at Heard Natural Science Museum, One Nature Place

The board was also set to discuss and act on the proposed MCDC Fiscal Year 2027 budget.

City Council: Impact Fees, TIRZ #1, Sewer Contract

The July 21 City Council regular meeting agenda included a public hearing on a waiver of roadway impact fees for the proposed Cotton Mill multi-family development at SH 5 and Elm Street. The council was also scheduled to consider amendments to the Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone #1 project plan and finance plan to reflect an expanded boundary, each accompanied by a proposed resolution and ordinance.

The consent agenda included a resolution authorizing a contract with Southern Trenchless Solutions for Wilson Creek sanitary sewer manhole rehabilitation and a resolution authorizing an agreement with Kimley-Horn for the McKinney National Airport Master Plan Update. Two annexation and zoning items were requested to be tabled.

A separate Reinvestment Zone Number One meeting was scheduled to review June 16, 2026 board minutes and act on the TIRZ #1 boundary expansion ordinances.

Work Session: Parkland Ordinance, Dam Requirements

The July 21 City Council work session included discussion items on updating the Parkland Dedication Ordinance (item 26-0673), potential changes to McKinney requirements for dams (26-0674), and an informational update on the Better Together Initiative's initial needs assessment (26-0675). An executive session was scheduled for pending litigation in City of McKinney v. City of Melissa regarding a boundary agreement, and for economic development matters including Project Plum Blossom and a Venu Holding Corporation Chapter 380 grant.

Planning & Zoning Commission

The commission was scheduled July 28 to hold public hearings on a design exception for the Henry Street Multi-Family development at 320 W Henry Street and a rezoning request for 1710 Couch Drive from Light Manufacturing District (ML) to Heavy Industrial District (I2).

Economic Development Discussions

The McKinney Economic Development Corporation met July 20 to review May 2026 financials and hold executive sessions on real property (Lots 69-73 of Block 9) and economic development matters including Project Plum Blossom, Project Marty, and VENU Holding Corporation. A July 28 joint meeting of the City Council and MEDC was scheduled to discuss EDC activities and strategic priorities, with executive sessions on Old Donation Addition real property and Project Marty.

Boards & Commissions Interviews

The city held four sessions of 2026 Boards & Commissions candidate interviews on July 20, 23, 27, and 30. No council, board, or commission action was taken at any session.

Coming Up

• **Aug. 4 — City Council Work Session:** Preliminary planning for the North Civic Campus, board appointment procedures, and an executive session on Venu Holding Corporation and Project Kepler.
• **Aug. 4 — City Council Regular Meeting:** Proposed FY 2026-27 tax rate, rezoning requests for Airport Drive/Greenville Road and 1710 Couch Drive, a Specific Use Permit for QuikTrip at 1601 W University Drive, and a contract for Laud Howell Parkway Lanes 3 & 4 construction with TxDOT.
• **Aug. 6 — Historic Preservation Advisory Board:** Historic marker and tax exemption requests for properties at 408 N Waddill Street, 404 N Church Street, 417 N Waddill Street, and 620 W Virginia Street.

Note: Minutes were not yet published for any of the recent meetings listed above. Final decisions, vote tallies, and dollar amounts approved cannot be confirmed until minutes are available. Readers should consult the official city records for outcomes.

McKinney boards take up infrastructure, rezoning, and transit items; outcomes pending as minutes unpublished

McKinney's City Council and advisory boards met July 7–16 on a range of infrastructure contracts, rezoning requests, and a proposed transit agreement. All recent meetings are listed as agenda-only with minutes not yet published, so no decisions or vote tallies are confirmed from these sessions.

City Council (July 7)

The Council's regular meeting agenda included an Airport Master Plan update and federal grant acceptance, lift station improvements for Rutherford East, West, Sloan Creek, and Creek Hollow, and a construction contract for Wattley Park Stream Bank Stabilization. Public hearings were scheduled for a specific use permit for truck sales at 900 N. Central Expressway and a rezoning request for a non-profit/community center near Redbud Boulevard. A work session the same day covered The Crossing at State Highway 5, Main Street downtown projects, and a Development and Annexation Agreement for Painted Tree. Executive sessions were scheduled for litigation involving the City of Melissa and a lawsuit against the McKinney Community Development Corporation. A July 13 special meeting was set to discuss economic development matters regarding Venu Holding Corporation.

Transit, Parks, and Development Boards

The McKinney Urban Transit District Board was scheduled to vote on a proposed transit service agreement with Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART) and consider bylaw amendments. The Parks, Recreation, and Open Space Advisory Board was set to discuss naming the Oak Hollow clubhouse the John Henry Snapp Clubhouse and consider a construction contract with A&C Construction, Inc. for the Bob & Barbara Tomes Dog Park and Play Zone at Towne Lake Park. The McKinney Community Development Corporation held a special meeting on fiscal 2027 strategic priorities and project reviews including TUPPS Brewery & Entertainment Destination, Project Hemispheres, Venu/Notes Live, and Craig Ranch Resort Hotel; the agenda stated no official votes or binding actions would be taken.

Planning, Zoning, and Adjustments

The Planning & Zoning Commission held two sessions. One covered a resolution to amend the Reforestation Plan under Article 4 (Tree Preservation) of the Unified Development Code. The other included public hearings on rezoning from AG, RS-60, SF5 to MR at the northwest corner of Airport Drive and Greenville Road, a specific use permit for QuikTrip fuel sales at 1601 W University Drive, and rezoning from ML to I2 at 1710 Couch Drive (requested to be tabled). The Board of Adjustment was scheduled to hear two sign exception requests: Case 26-0668, a 50-foot freestanding sign at 2087 West Louisiana Street, and Case 26-0669, two 47-square-foot projecting blade signs at 111 North Tennessee Street.

Other Boards

The Main Street Board reviewed MPAC construction and Highway 5 improvements. The Armed Services Memorial Board discussed the 2026 Veterans Day Ceremony. The Library Advisory Board considered changing its meeting frequency. The Arts Commission discussed 2026-2027 art grant applicants, with the agenda noting no board action would be taken. The Capital Improvements Advisory Committee held a public hearing on 2024-2025 Impact Fee Update land use assumptions.

Coming up

• **July 20** — McKinney Economic Development Corporation reviews May 2026 financials and holds executive sessions on real property (Lots 69-73 of Block 9) and economic development matters including Project Plum Blossom, Project Marty, and VENU Holding Corporation.
• **July 21** — City Council work session and regular meeting, including public hearings on a 4% housing tax credit for Skyway Villas Apartments, a waiver of roadway impact fees for the Cotton Mill development at SH 5 and Elm Street, and TIRZ 1 project and finance plan amendments.
• **July 23** — MCDC board considers a $1,177,920 grant for the Parks Master Plan, ADA remediations, and equipment; a $575,595 grant for McKinney Roots Farm expansion to Gray Branch Park; a $447,677.25 grant for CommonGood Medical clinic renovations at 2750 Virginia Parkway; and the proposed Fiscal Year 2027 budget.

McKinney boards and council tackle budgets, infrastructure, and transit in busy early July stretch

McKinney's City Council and several advisory boards met across the first full week of July, taking up infrastructure contracts, rezoning requests, a proposed transit agreement with DART, and fiscal year 2027 budget discussions. Minutes have not yet been published for any of the recent meetings, so outcomes and vote tallies are not yet available. The following reflects what was on each agenda.

City Council: Airport, infrastructure, and litigation

The City Council held a work session and regular meeting on July 7. The regular meeting agenda included an Airport Master Plan update and acceptance of a federal grant, lift station improvements for Rutherford East, West, Sloan Creek, and Creek Hollow, and a construction contract for Wattley Park Stream Bank Stabilization. Public hearings were scheduled for a Specific Use Permit for truck sales at 900 N. Central Expressway and a rezoning request for a non-profit or community center near Redbud Boulevard.

The work session agenda included development updates for The Crossing at State Highway 5 and downtown Main Street projects, plus an executive session covering litigation involving the City of Melissa over a boundary agreement and a lawsuit by the North Texas Conservation Association against the McKinney Community Development Corporation. A development and annexation agreement for Painted Tree was also listed.

McKinney Urban Transit District: DART agreement vote

The McKinney Urban Transit District Board met July 7 to vote on a proposed transit service agreement with Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART). The board was also scheduled to review future transit program direction, consider amendments to the district bylaws, and approve minutes from the May 5, 2026 meeting.

Visit McKinney: Fiscal year 2027 budget

The Visit McKinney board met June 30 to review and potentially approve the organization's fiscal year 2027 budget. The agenda also included monthly finance and marketing reports, approval of May 26, 2026 minutes, and a closed executive session to discuss legal advice and an economic development project called Passing Clouds.

McKinney Community Development Corporation

MCDC held a special meeting July 9 to discuss strategic priorities for fiscal year 2027. The agenda included project reviews for TUPPS Brewery and Entertainment Destination, Project Hemispheres, Venu/Notes Live, and Craig Ranch Resort Hotel. An executive session was scheduled on pending litigation with the North Texas Conservation Association (Cause No. 471-01849-2026). The agenda noted no official votes or binding actions would be taken.

Historic Preservation Advisory Board

On July 2, the board considered a Level II tax exemption request for property rehabilitation at 523 W Hunt Street and a Certificate of Appropriateness for a monument sign at 105 N Benge Street.

Parks, Recreation, and Open Space Advisory Board

The board met July 9 to discuss naming the Oak Hollow clubhouse as the John Henry Snapp Clubhouse and to consider a construction contract with A&C Construction, Inc. for the Bob and Barbara Tomes Dog Park and Play Zone at Towne Lake Park.

Other boards

The McKinney Main Street Board met July 9 for updates on MPAC construction, Highway 5 improvements, financial reports, and upcoming events. The McKinney Armed Services Memorial Board met July 8 to plan the 2026 Veterans Day Ceremony and review standard operating procedures.

Coming up

• **July 13 — City Council Special Meeting:** Discussion of Venu Holding Corporation economic development matters and an executive session for attorney consultations.
• **July 14 — Planning & Zoning Commission:** Public hearings on rezoning near Airport Drive and Greenville Road, a Specific Use Permit for QuikTrip fuel sales at 1601 W University Drive, and a resolution to amend the city's Reforestation Plan.
• **July 14 — Capital Improvements Advisory Committee:** Public hearing on 2024-2025 Impact Fee Update land use assumptions.
• **July 15 — Board of Adjustment:** Public hearings on sign exception requests at 2087 West Louisiana Street and 111 North Tennessee Street.
• **July 16 — McKinney Arts Commission:** Discussion of 2026-2027 season art grant applicant presentations; no board action scheduled.

McKinney boards reviewed $683,467 greenhouse grant, FY2027 budgets in late June; City Council set for busy July 7

Several McKinney boards and commissions met between June 23 and July 2, but minutes have not yet been published for any of those sessions, so outcomes are not yet part of the public record. Agendas show the meetings were scheduled to weigh a $683,467 infrastructure grant, a fiscal year 2027 budget, and multiple rezoning and historic-property requests. McKinney residents now turn to a packed July 7 slate, with City Council, the Urban Transit District Board, and other panels all scheduled to meet.

Recent meetings: agendas on file, minutes pending

Planning & Zoning Commission (June 23) — The agenda listed several land-use items, including a Specific Use Permit for an auto/enterprise business near James Pitts Drive, a Planned Development District request north of County Road 124, a rezoning from Agricultural to Local Commercial at 8301 W University Dr, a rezoning from Light Manufacturing to Heavy Manufacturing at 1710 Couch Drive, and a rezoning to a Residential District at 4905 County Road 317. Minutes are not yet published.

McKinney Community Development Corporation (June 25) — The agenda included a proposed grant of $683,467 for Hugs Greenhouse expansion at 1151 East Cottage Hill Parkway. Also listed were loan extensions for the Chestnut Elevated Storage Tank, The Farm housing, McKinney HUB 121 LLC, and Throckmorton Villas infrastructure; promotional grants totaling over $180,000 for events including Oktoberfest, Parade of Lights, and the Asian Festival; and an executive session on litigation involving the North Texas Conservation Association and economic development projects including TUPPS Brewery. Minutes are not yet published.

Visit McKinney (June 30) — The board was scheduled to consider and act on the Visit McKinney fiscal year 2027 budget, review monthly finance and marketing reports, approve minutes from the May 26, 2026 meeting, and hold an executive session on legal advice and Project Passing Clouds. Minutes are not yet published.

Historic Preservation Advisory Board (July 2) — The agenda listed a Level II tax exemption request for property rehabilitation at 523 W Hunt Street and a Certificate of Appropriateness for a monument sign at 105 N Benge Street. Minutes are not yet published.

Coming up

City Council Work Session and Regular Meeting — July 7 — The work session agenda includes discussion of The Crossing at State Highway 5, a Main Street Downtown Projects update, litigation involving the City of McKinney v. City of Melissa over a boundary agreement, litigation involving the North Texas Conservation Association et al. v. McKinney Community Development Corporation, and a Development and Annexation Agreement for Painted Tree. The regular meeting agenda includes an Airport Master Plan update and federal grant acceptance, lift station improvements for Rutherford East, West, Sloan Creek, and Creek Hollow, a Wattley Park Stream Bank Stabilization construction contract, a public hearing on a Specific Use Permit for truck sales at 900 N. Central Expressway, and a rezoning request for a non-profit/community center near Redbud Boulevard.

McKinney Urban Transit District Board — July 7 — The board is scheduled to review future transit program direction, vote on a proposed transit service agreement with Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART), consider amendments to the district bylaws, and approve May 5, 2026 minutes.

McKinney Armed Services Memorial Board — July 8 — The board will discuss plans for the 2026 Veterans Day Ceremony, review Standard Operating Procedures and Guidelines, and approve June 10, 2026 minutes.

McKinney Main Street Board — July 9 — The agenda includes an MPAC Construction Update, Highway 5 Construction and Improvements, a financial reports review, and an upcoming events discussion.

McKinney Community Development Corporation — July 9 — A special meeting is scheduled to discuss MCDC Strategic Priorities for Fiscal Year 2027, review economic development projects including TUPPS Brewery & Entertainment Destination, Project Hemispheres, Venu/Notes Live, and Craig Ranch Resort Hotel, and hold an executive session on pending litigation: North Texas Conservation Association v. MCDC, Cause No. 471-01849-2026. No official votes or binding actions are scheduled.

Parks, Recreation, and Open Space Advisory Board — July 9 — The board will discuss naming the Clubhouse at Oak Hollow to John Henry Snapp Clubhouse and consider a construction contract with A&C Construction, Inc. for the Bob & Barbara Tomes Dog Park and Play Zone at Towne Lake Park.

MCDC considers $683,467 grant to expand Hugs Greenhouse; council to take up airport projects

The McKinney Community Development Corporation was set to weigh a $683,467 infrastructure grant for Hugs Greenhouse during its June 25 meeting, the largest agenda item in a week of local government sessions. Minutes for that meeting and other recent boards have not yet been published, leaving formal votes unconfirmed. Meanwhile, the McKinney City Council will hold a regular meeting July 7 with items including an airport master plan update, lift station improvements, and a rezoning request for a community center.

Recent Meetings

McKinney Community Development Corporation (June 25)

The board’s agenda included a grant of $683,467 for the Hugs Greenhouse expansion at 1151 East Cottage Hill Parkway, alongside loan extensions for the Chestnut Elevated Storage Tank, The Farm housing, McKinney HUB 121 LLC, and Throckmorton Villas infrastructure. Members also reviewed over $180,000 in promotional grants for events such as Oktoberfest, the Parade of Lights, and the Asian Festival. An executive session was scheduled to discuss litigation with the North Texas Conservation Association and economic development projects including TUPPS Brewery.

Planning & Zoning Commission (June 23)

The commission considered a specific use permit for an Enterprise auto/truck/boat business near James Pitts Drive, a planned development district north of County Road 124, and rezonings at 8301 W University Dr (agricultural to local commercial), 1710 Couch Drive (light manufacturing to heavy manufacturing), and 4905 County Road 317 (to residential). Minutes are not yet available.

Visit McKinney (June 30)

The Visit McKinney board was expected to act on its fiscal year 2027 budget, receive monthly finance and marketing reports, and approve May 26 meeting minutes. An executive session addressed legal advice and a project code-named Passing Clouds.

Historic Preservation Advisory Board (July 2)

The board reviewed a Level II tax exemption for rehabilitation at 523 W Hunt Street and a certificate of appropriateness for a monument sign at 105 N Benge Street.

Coming Up

July 7 – City Council Work Session and Regular Meeting

Council will begin at 3 p.m. with a work session covering development updates for The Crossing at State Highway 5, downtown Main Street projects, and executive session discussions on litigation involving the City of Melissa, the North Texas Conservation Association, and a development and annexation agreement for Painted Tree. The regular meeting at 6 p.m. includes a vote on an airport master plan update and acceptance of a federal grant, lift station improvements for Rutherford East, West, Sloan Creek, and Creek Hollow, a construction contract for Wattley Park stream bank stabilization, and public hearings for a truck sales specific use permit at 900 N. Central Expressway and a rezoning for a nonprofit/community center near Redbud Boulevard.

July 7 – McKinney Urban Transit District Board

The board will vote on a proposed transit service agreement with Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART) and consider amendments to district bylaws. A closed session will cover attorney consultations.

July 9 – McKinney Community Development Corporation Special Meeting

MCDC will discuss its fiscal year 2027 strategic priorities and review economic development projects including TUPPS Brewery, Craig Ranch Resort Hotel, and others. No binding votes are expected. An executive session will address pending litigation with the North Texas Conservation Association.

July 9 – Parks, Recreation, and Open Space Advisory Board

The board will consider naming the Oak Hollow clubhouse the John Henry Snapp Clubhouse and recommend a construction contract with A&C Construction, Inc. for the Bob & Barbara Tomes Dog Park and Play Zone at Towne Lake Park.

Other meetings: the McKinney Armed Services Memorial Board (July 8) plans the 2026 Veterans Day Ceremony, and the McKinney Main Street Board (July 9) will review MPAC construction and Highway 5 improvements.