Summary
The city is moving into the second year of its Undertold McKinney project, building on the success of securing Collin County's first-ever Texas Historical Commission Undertold marker for the historic E.S. Doty School. The initiative aims to document local Black and Hispanic history and engage legacy neighborhoods through expanded community participation.
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Last discussed May 7, 2026.
Impact analysis
Funded through existing municipal planning resources and state-subsidized marker programs.
Local residents, legacy neighborhood families, and educators seeking to preserve and celebrate McKinney's diverse history.
Historically, Black and Hispanic communities in East McKinney were harmed by these discriminatory practices.
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A Texas city was already struggling with racial divisions. Then came a bitter murder trial.
A Texas city was already struggling with racial divisions. Then came a bitter murder trial. The Washington Post
Historic Preservation Advisory Board - May 7, 2026
The city is moving into the second year of its Undertold McKinney project, building on the success of securing Collin County's first-ever Texas Historical Commission Undertold marker for the historic E.S. Doty School. The initiative aims to document local Black and Hispanic history and engage legacy neighborhoods through expanded community participation.
Legacy Neighborhood Event - Feb 12, 2026
The event highlighted the historical impact of segregation and redlining on East McKinney neighborhoods, including disparities in infrastructure, services, and opportunities. Understanding these past injustices is key to addressing present-day equity issues.
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