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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in McKinney public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Airport Infrastructure Financing
The city and MCDC refinanced a $30 million interim loan for the new airport terminal into a federal TIFIA loan, cutting interest rates and saving millions.
TURS Program Administration and Financial Capacity
The board received an update on the TURS program's administration, project types, and financial status. Staff highlighted that the zone is nearing its financial capacity due to numerous ongoing and proposed projects, emphasizing the need for careful prioritization.
Environmental Remediation Funding for Parks Church
The Parks Church found four old gas tanks buried under their downtown building site and requested over $453,000 from the city's TIRZ fund to help pay for the cleanup. While staff recommended limiting the grant to $50,000, board members voted to fund the full amount because of the church's extensive community programs and the unexpected nature of the hazard.