District At Large 1 Council Member· 2025-2029
Ernest Lynch
McKinney
About
Ernest Lynch's platform appears to be centered around supporting the city's airport expansion. While other candidates debated plans for growth, Lynch's specific platform details beyond this are not extensively covered in the provided articles.
Campaign promises (1)
- developmentErnest Lynch supports the city's airport expansion.
Voice
- Meetings spoken in
- 21
- Total speaking time
- 47:47
- Avg per meeting
- 2:17
- Segments
- 1201
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Top issues during term (20)(Development)
Economic Development Strategy
Details regarding financial impacts and resource allocations will be reviewed during the strategic plan discussion.
East McKinney Redevelopment
None directly estimated.
Multifamily Housing Expansion
These projects represent new private investment in the city's housing stock.
Tourism Incentive Funding
The board is consolidating $30,000 into an existing $50,000 pool for a total of $80,000 in incentive funds.
Proposed 7-Eleven Fuel Station at Wilmeth and Taylor-Burk
Potential impact on surrounding residential property values due to proximity to fuel sales and commercial traffic.
Historic Home Tax Exemptions
Reduces city ad valorem tax revenues for participating properties by 30% to 100% over a 10-year period.
Enterprise Rental Car Facility SUP
Generates approximately $3 million in estimated annual revenue and adds commercial tax base.
2027 Historic McKinney Home Recognition Calendar Selections
Costs involve photography and calendar production funded through city programs.
Affordable Housing and Workforce Needs
Millions in historical community investments and ongoing federal allocations support affordable housing development.
Proper Use of Hotel Occupancy Tax
HOT revenue up 18.5% in August; year-to-date collections already surpassed last year's totals by August.
Drive-Thru Proximity to Residences
Private commercial investment in the West Grove area.
Demolition of accessory structures at 415 W. Louisiana Street
The owner avoids repair costs on structures without foundations; no city funds involved.
Regional Sports Facility and 300-Acre Mixed-Use Development
$1,000,000 allocated for preliminary design services.
Light Industrial Zoning for Airport-Area Acreage
Long-term economic development and industrial tax revenue for the city.
Tupps Brewery Screening Wall and Soccer Field Compliance
Costs for the brewery to redesign or reconstruct retaining walls or alternative fencing.
Habitat for Humanity Loan Term Extension
Extends the repayment or completion timeline for an existing MCDC-backed loan agreement.
Costco site plan design exception
Historic marker for the Ottenhausen House
Minimal — a marker installation at the property.
Baxter Well Apartments Annexation and Multi-Family Zoning
Property values and potential county/city road repair costs could be affected by high-density growth.
Parkland Dedication Fee Caps for Historic Infill
Reduces city parkland dedication fee revenue from downtown infill projects.
Decisions during term (31)
Recorded while Lynch was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.
Minutes of the McKinney Community Development Corporation Meeting of September 24, 2026.
Minutes of the McKinney Community Development Corporation Meeting of August 27, 2026.
Minutes of the City Council and McKinney Economic Development Corporation Joint Meeting of April 28, 2026
Minutes of the City Council and McKinney Economic Development Corporation Joint Meeting of July 28, 2026
Minutes of the McKinney Economic Development Corporation Meeting of July 20, 2026
Consider/Discuss/Act on an Ordinance Amending Appendix A Schedule of Fees, in Part, by amending sections 14-52 (Alcohol Beverage Permits), 150-203A, 150-303C, and the Miscellaneous Fees Section (Development Fees)
Consider/Discuss/Act on an Ordinance Amending Chapter 150 (Unified Development Code) of the Code of Ordinances by Amending Section 701(D) (Permit Required) to Modify Where Fence Permits May Be Issued
Amended Chapter 380 and Development Agreement with Venu Holding Corporation
Minutes of the McKinney Community Development Corporation Meeting of August 27, 2026
Retail Development Infrastructure Grant - Shorty's McKinney, LLC
Retail Development Infrastructure Grant - Hope Hardware Building, LP
Resolution Recommending Budget Amendment for Cannon Beach Development Agreement
Minutes of the McKinney Economic Development Corporation Meeting of July 20, 2026
Unified Development Code Amendments for Parkland Dedication Fees
Minutes of the McKinney Community Development Corporation Strategic Planning Meeting of July 9, 2026
Minutes of the McKinney Community Development Promotional and Community Event Grant Subcommittee Meeting of July 13, 2026
Minutes of the McKinney Community Development Corporation Potential Projects Subcommittee Meeting of July 20, 2026
Minutes of the McKinney Community Development Corporation Meeting of July 23, 2026
Consider/Discuss/Act on an Ordinance Amending the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Annual Budget of the McKinney Economic Development Corporation Related to the Cannon Beach Development Agreement
Consider/Discuss/Act on a Resolution Removing and Replacing the City of McKinney’s Reforestation Plan per Article 4 (Tree Preservation) of the Unified Development Code in the City of McKinney Code of Ordinances
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