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Case File 26-0722
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Review McKinney nonprofit relocation grants for constitutional risk
Why now: Both project grants passed by the same motion pattern (Riche/Micheletto) on 2026-07-23 with no conditions noted in the record.
What to do: MCDC approved over $1M in infrastructure grants to two private nonprofits, McKinney Roots Farm and CommonGood Medical Clinic, via single-motion consent votes with no performance agreement or clawback terms visible in the public record — pull the underlying grant agreements to confirm they satisfy the public-purpose requirements for 4B spending before funds are disbursed.
Act before: After grant agreements are executed and funds disbursed
Verify medical clinic grant scope at 2750 Virginia Parkway
Why now: MCDC approved the clinic infrastructure grant as part of a combined $1M+, two-project package by consent motion on 2026-07-23.
What to do: MCDC's grant for CommonGood Medical Clinic's move to 2750 Virginia Parkway funds renovation infrastructure only, not clinical equipment or buildout — confirm the exact line items with MCDC staff before finalizing your site budget so those costs don't show up as change orders later.
Act before: After MCDC finalizes the grant agreement terms
Request McKinney's itemized $1M nonprofit grant breakdown
Why now: The public record only states 'over $1M' combined across the two project grants, with individual votes drawing no debate on a 37-item agenda.
What to do: MCDC closed the public hearing and approved this item back-to-back on 2026-07-23, both by consent motion with no recorded discussion, inside a 37-item agenda dominated by 4B grants — file a records request for the itemized grant agreements to get the exact dollar split between the farm and clinic projects and any performance conditions attached.
Act before: After records request response (typically 10 business days)
Prepare for construction near Gray Branch Park
Why now: MCDC approved the Gray Branch Park farm relocation infrastructure grant, part of the $1M+ package, by consent vote on 2026-07-23.
What to do: McKinney Roots Farm is relocating to Gray Branch Park with MCDC-funded underground utilities, grading, irrigation, and a new driveway/parking lot — if you live nearby, expect construction traffic and a shift in how the park is used once work begins.
Act before: After farm relocation construction breaks ground
Analysis
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Development & Land Use
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Developer
HighHigh significance — major decision, large financial impact, or broad community effectTwo approved 4B grants set a partial-funding template for nonprofit facility relocations: the $575,595 award to Harvest Seed Project Foundation (#38, File 26-0720) covers only 26% of the McKinney Roots Farm relocation to Gray Branch Park, and the $447,677.25 award to CommonGood Medical Clinic (#41, File 26-0723, application 4B26-09) covers only 11% of its clinic relocation to 2750 Virginia Parkway. Developers pursuing similar 4B grants for facility relocations should budget for covering the remaining 74-89% of project costs from other sources.
Journalist
MediumMedium significance — notable action worth trackingNone of this meeting's 37 items were flagged non-routine, and governance items #13, #14, and #17 followed the same 'Approved and Referred' status used for routine minutes and reporting — a clean, low-conflict meeting on the data available. A useful follow-up: the dataset doesn't specify where referred items land next.
Lobbyist
MediumMedium significance — notable action worth trackingWith the Fiscal Year 2027 budget now approved (#42, File 26-0724) and $3.7 million already committed across 21 grant items this meeting, advocacy groups and prospective 4B applicants should approach MCDC board members early in the next cycle, since committed funds reduce remaining capacity for new requests.
Resident
MediumMedium significance — notable action worth trackingResidents near Gray Branch Park should note that the McKinney Roots Farm relocation grant (#38, File 26-0720, $575,595) funds underground utilities, dirt work, irrigation, and driveway/parking work — signaling site construction as the farm moves onto the park. Two additional items closed public hearings this meeting: a smaller community event grant (#34, File 26-0718, $14,712) and another project grant (#39, File 26-0721).
Charts & Data
37 items(13 procedural hidden)
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#3This meeting will be streamed live on through the City’s website. Members of the public who wish to watch this meeting may watch the live stream online at: https://mckinneytx.new.swagit.com/views/130
#6PUBLIC COMMENTS Regarding Matters not on the Agenda
#7PUBLIC COMMENTS ON AGENDA ITEMS (For Non-Public Hearing Items)
#8If you wish to address the Board on a posted item on this agenda, please fill out a "Request to Speak" card and present it to the Clerk before the meeting. Pursuant to Section 551.007 of the Texas Gov
#10A presentation celebrating 30 years of the McKinney Community Development Corporation (MCDC), spotlighting community partner TUPPS Brewery.
#12This portion of the agenda consists of non-controversial or housekeeping items required by law. Items may be considered individually by the Board or Commission member making such request prior to a mo
#13Approval of the minutes from the June 25, 2026 meeting of the McKinney Community Development Corporation.
#14Minutes of the McKinney Community Development Corporation Finance Subcommittee meeting held on July 1, 2026.
#16Presentation and discussion of a routine financial report.
#17Routine board and liaison reports covering updates from the Board Chair, City of McKinney, Visit McKinney, McKinney Economic Development Corporation, McKinney Main Street/MPAC, and McKinney Parks and Recreation.
#18Routine President's Report to the board, with no substantive content specified.
#20Consideration of a Promotional and Community Event Grant application from The Heritage Guild of Collin County for $15,000 to fund advertising, marketing, and promotion of 2026 events at Chestnut Square.
#21Consideration of a $5,500 Promotional and Community Event Grant application from the McKinney Public Library Foundation to fund advertising, marketing, and promotion of the grand re-opening of the Roy and Helen Hall Library and Planetarium.
#22The city will consider a $15,000 Promotional and Community Event Grant application from Texas Women Society to fund advertising, marketing, and promotion of the 2026 McKinney Asian Festival.
#23The city will consider a $13,739 Promotional and Community Event Grant application from Art Club of McKinney to fund production of a McKinney Arts Documentary Film and related advertising, marketing, and promotion of the film and 2026-2027 events.
#24The city is considering a $12,000 Promotional and Community Event Grant application from the Millhouse Foundation to fund advertising and marketing for the 2026-2027 Atrium Gallery Exhibits at The Cotton Mill.
#25The city is considering a $10,000 Promotional and Community Event Grant application from McKinney Community Concert Association to fund advertising, marketing, and promotion of its 2026-2027 season featuring six productions.
#26The McKinney Chamber of Commerce submitted a Promotional and Community Event Grant application (PC 26-22) requesting $15,000 to advertise, market, and promote the 2026 Día de los Muertos Celebration.
#27The McKinney Rotary Foundation submitted a Promotional and Community Event Grant application (PC 26-23) requesting $15,000 to advertise, market, and promote the 2026 Parade of Lights.
#28The city is considering a Promotional and Community Event Grant of $10,500 for Sanchez Charities, LLC (dba Run for Hope) to fund advertising, marketing, and promotion of the 2026 Run for Hope: Walk in Unity event at Towne Lake Park.
#29The city is considering a Promotional and Community Event Grant of $13,190 for McKinney Repertory Theatre to fund advertising, marketing, and promotion of its 2026-2027 performance season.
#30Consideration of a $15,000 Promotional and Community Event Grant application from McKinney Main Street to fund advertising, marketing, and promotion of the 2026 McKinney Oktoberfest.
#31The city will consider a Promotional and Community Event Grant application from Millennial Maven Creative Foundation requesting $15,000.00 to fund advertising, marketing, and promotion of the 2026 Rooted in Rhythm event.
#32Consideration of a Promotional and Community Event Grant application from Sostenuto Choral Community of North Texas for $9,310.00 to fund advertising, marketing, and promotion of the 2026 Sostenuto Christmas Concert.
#33Consideration of a Promotional and Community Event Grant application from The Warrior's Keep for $10,000 to fund advertising, marketing, and promotion of the 2026 Veterans Day Celebration at TUPPS Brewery.
#34Consideration of a Promotional and Community Event Grant application from the Collin County Master Gardeners Association for $14,712 to fund advertising, marketing, and promotion of five events at Myers Park during 2026-2027.
#35Consideration of a Promotional and Community Event Grant application from Lone Star Winery for $10,000 to fund advertising, marketing, and promotion of the 2026 12 Wines of Christmas Event.
#37Speakers wishing to address the Board regarding any non-public hearing item on this agenda shall have a time limit of three (3) minutes per speaker, per agenda item. The Board Chair may reduce the spe
#38A public hearing will be held on a 4B grant application from Harvest Seed Project Foundation requesting $575,595 for infrastructure work supporting the expansion and relocation of McKinney Roots Farm to Gray Branch Park, representing 26% of the total project cost.
#39Public hearing on a $72,102.16 project grant application from Heard Natural Science Museum and Wildlife Sanctuary to install an indoor bug adobe exhibit and restore floor murals at One Nature Place.
#40Public hearing on a $1,177,920.00 project grant application from the City of McKinney Parks and Recreation Department to fund the Parks Master Plan, Parks ADA remediations, and equipment and vehicles.
#41Public hearing on a $447,677.25 project grant application (4B26-09) from CommonGood Medical to fund infrastructure, parking, ADA, MEP, and design/engineering work for renovating a property at 2750 Virginia Parkway to expand and relocate its medical clinic, representing 11% of total project cost.
#42The McKinney Community Development Corporation (MCDC) board will consider, discuss, and act on its proposed budget for Fiscal Year 2027.
#45In accordance with the Texas Government Code: A. Section 551.071 Pending or contemplated litigation North Texas Conservation Association et al, Plaintiffs, v. McKinney Community Development Corporatio
#48Posted in accordance with the Texas Government Code, Chapter 551, at least seventy-two (72) hours prior the start of the meeting, on or before the 17th of July 2026, 5:00 p.m. ________________________
#49In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, it is the policy of the City of McKinney to offer its public programs, services, and meetings in a manner that is readily accessible to everyone
A public hearing and vote on a $1,177,920.00 project grant application (4B26-12) from the McKinney Parks and Recreation Department to fund the Parks Master Plan, park ADA remediations, and equipment/vehicles.
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