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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in McKinney public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
August 2026 Financial Performance and Sales Tax Trends
Finance staff reported strong August sales tax collections with a 6.4% overall increase, supporting the city's robust economic growth and funding availability for community projects.
City Legislative Priorities for the 90th State Legislature
The city is shaping its legislative agenda to advocate for local interests during the upcoming 90th session of the Texas State Legislature.
Community Grant Program Administration and Oversight
The commission is reviewing grant updates and onboarding rules to ensure proper administration of local community grant funding.
Revised MCDC Fiscal Year 2027 Budget
The board reviewed and approved the revised MCDC budget for fiscal year 2027, incorporating increased sales tax projections and additional funding for parks and roadway infrastructure.
Self-Funded Property Insurance Program
McKinney is shifting to a commercial-grade self-funded property insurance program to secure better coverage for its $675 million in municipal assets. This move addresses limitations in previous coverage and provides higher limits for wind, hail, and airport liabilities.
Fiscal Year 2026-27 Budget and Tax Rate Adoption
Staff presented updates on the upcoming city budget, incorporating council direction to maintain a flat property tax rate through spending reductions and agency transfers.
MEDC Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Budget
The economic development board reviewed and adopted its upcoming annual budget, planning for steady sales tax growth and funding new business attraction efforts.
TIRS 2 Annual Financial Report and Fund Balance
The board reviewed its annual financial report, noting a solid fund balance that supports ongoing projects like airport marketing.