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Board chair reported the executive-session items included economic development matters and then asked for a motion. A motion to approve the amendments was made and seconded; the public record shows the motion was made by Angela and seconded by David Richer and that the board vote passed.

Why it matters: The Craig Ranch Resort Hotel is a named economic development matter on the board’s executive-session agenda. Texas law allows certain negotiations and economic-development discussions to occur in executive session; the board’s public action after the session was limited to approving the term-sheet amendments as presented in executive session.

Public record and confidentiality: The executive session content is not reported in detail in the public transcript; the board’s public action was a single approval motion. No roll-call vote tally or additional details were recorded in the public portion of the meeting minutes presented in the transcript.

Board action: The motion to approve amendments to the Craig Ranch Resort Hotel term sheet passed on voice vote as recorded in the public meeting transcript.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","McKinney - McKinney Community Development Corporation - Mar 27, 2025","oneSentenceSummary","After an executive session, the board voted to approve amendments to the Craig Ranch Resort Hotel term sheet; the public meeting recorded the motion, second and that the motion passed but did not disclose executive-session details.","taxTitle","McKinney, Collin County, Texas","taxId",2778,"location","headline","","shortSummary",{"_33":76,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":77,"_41":78,"_43":79,"_45":80,"_47":81,"_49":82,"_51":83,"_53":84,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":85,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":86,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6621691,"MCDC panel denies one retail grant and approves two others totaling roughly $33,195",234,5017140,5251620,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2800492-44330faad18a9ef31547475e7aee8ef5&start=5017&end=5251","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2800492-44330faad18a9ef31547475e7aee8ef5/thumbnail_5017140.jpg","/articles/6621691/McKinney/Collin-County/Texas/MCDC-panel-denies-one-retail-grant-and-approves-two-others-totaling-roughly-33195","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6621691-411bc9f629b7c25a68d37bde4b351d4a/orig.mp4?Expires=1771090782&Signature=awBQvKjvt4p2uD9bLeX5mWNmcr0TKna13q-P5X2ko8yz5cnJqm4nSYkWHmFbbo042WwObjdReQrpATN2xI7uynwdGlIE~vTW3Pp1LmzZfAY1KK1bI09RSnwR4OptHlx1L8ym7b7reLWtHV0pj03f3hp1NgAZIS7JvFiu9ycsGDqnGgQtfZeD2BssGgPIq8SsvIlIsTQfLRIbvTzgrdO5vzQVWGUZCYbubsSS86vUbPVlVjDXnthbGo2bbkV-Z3VsQfmln7F1E6IrRFrAT8zRF1xqSU6wnlKMEi-ZF6gdITz~LzKR2GdOBKf7uacJssyh6grrSj8ph867YJ5KO~EsoA__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The McKinney Community Development Corporation voted on three Retail Development Infrastructure (RI) grant applications Thursday, following subcommittee recommendations.

The subcommittee recommended denying a $25,332 infrastructure application from Sugar Rush Holdings LLC (d/b/a Cammie Cakes) for a grease-trap relocation; the board followed that recommendation and denied the request. The subcommittee cited concerns detailed in its review and reached consensus to recommend no funding for the application.

The board approved a full award of $23,745 to the Cotton Mill to construct a sidewalk connecting two parking lots and to install security lighting along the walkway. The subcommittee had recommended full funding for the project as eligible and consistent with program goals.

The board also approved assistance for Samaritan Inn, Incorporated to install wrought-iron security fencing at the in-style retail store at 103 East University Drive. The subcommittee determined the eligible expenses equaled $12,600 once in-kind donations were removed, and recommended 75% of eligible costs. That recommendation—$9,450—was approved by the board.

Subcommittee and board process: David Kelly, who chaired the retail-subcommittee, presented recommendations and moved the motions; AJ and other subcommittee members seconded and the board voted on each item. The public transcript records motions, seconds and that each motion passed, but no roll-call tallies were included in the record.

Why it matters: The RI program funds small retail infrastructure projects that improve access and safety for businesses. The Cotton Mill sidewalk project aims to provide direct pedestrian access between parking and shops; the Samaritan Inn fencing is intended to protect a charitable retail operation and allow continued retail activity on site.","The retail development subcommittee recommended denying a grease-trap relocation grant for Cammie Cakes, and the board approved funding for sidewalk/security improvements at the Cotton Mill and Samaritan Inn retail site.",{"_33":88,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":89,"_41":90,"_43":91,"_45":92,"_47":93,"_49":94,"_51":95,"_53":96,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":97,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":98,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6621696,"MCDC approves extension of Habitat for Humanity loan agreement through March 31, 2026",562,4329230,4892090,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2800492-44330faad18a9ef31547475e7aee8ef5&start=4329&end=4892","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2800492-44330faad18a9ef31547475e7aee8ef5/thumbnail_4329230.jpg","/articles/6621696/McKinney/Collin-County/Texas/MCDC-approves-extension-of-Habitat-for-Humanity-loan-agreement-through-March-31-2026","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6621696-1ad8fcf8bd027fab6d4cf117127ff2d8/orig.mp4?Expires=1771090782&Signature=foE1yolVU1NY7sZZhil627FryPCeudcv3N1oJr7N11xhC8gOsyFFgqL3Rm1Z5Xh7eSQDEl-YeJywyD0ywr7oJnRiykvjZfxUfFvg2cwYY8vvARH2svXDpAX62TU4q2Xpf0pV5sWMTvb8F4c~RWKs23SrZ5NXttajHfwCwnWgvajebzQrIi2baFDMYtcYa7hoHk5ivwwLPi6E0YWghssW9S5o~Hu3yvviacwV5sKSjx753h3bpT6jK6-UkUNhYdB1xQKYeG2gnm4qHOZTyPfBB4X9meLF3LGwlC7DysSAbgUTcJLo03h4lWhMLf-WDPGFZ921rYTM1Xw0FuWRCBbRSA__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The McKinney Community Development Corporation board approved a request from Habitat for Humanity of Collin County to extend the term of a loan agreement covering project 4B '20-315 to March 31, 2026.

The extension request came as Habitat described construction delays and an uptick in applications. John Bubliss, director of development for Habitat, and James Donaldson, director of construction, explained that unexpected soil conditions and resultant remediation extended the timeline on one site and that additional projects remain in the pipeline.

“The pads there, the outer form boards are there, the plumbing, the underground plumbing has been installed. It's just pending inspection,” said James Donaldson, who described remediation work and said once a slab is in place work will proceed more quickly.

Why it matters: Habitat said the grant and loan funds (Habitat reported a total grant amount of $400,000 and that about $117,000 has been spent to date) will be used to finish the Green Street project and support additional home-repair or new-build projects. Habitat projected the extension would enable work on roughly six to seven projects in the scope of typical repairs or builds that the organization handles.

Board action: A motion to approve the extension was made and seconded; the board voted and the motion passed. The motion on the record was made by Chris (mover) and seconded by AJ; the public transcript records the motion and that it passed but does not record individual roll-call vote tallies.

Funding and next steps: Habitat said the Green Street project is expected to cost about $180,000 after the soil remediation; the organization said it will not seek additional repair funding from MCDC until the current grant is spent down and that it expects to use the extension period to complete several pending projects.","The board voted to extend the term of a loan agreement with Habitat for Humanity of Collin County to March 31, 2026, allowing the nonprofit to complete a delayed revitalization project and use remaining funds across additional homes.",{"_33":100,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":101,"_41":102,"_43":103,"_45":104,"_47":105,"_49":106,"_51":107,"_53":108,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":109,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":110,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6621700,"Sanchez Charities expands Collin County neighborhood plan to 3 acres, targets 2025 construction start",218,3602720,3821480,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2800492-44330faad18a9ef31547475e7aee8ef5&start=3602&end=3821","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2800492-44330faad18a9ef31547475e7aee8ef5/thumbnail_3602720.jpg","/articles/6621700/McKinney/Collin-County/Texas/Sanchez-Charities-expands-Collin-County-neighborhood-plan-to-3-acres-targets-2025-construction-start","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6621700-a9a753acdc2682344477548e62a4410a/orig.mp4?Expires=1771090782&Signature=JXZu9Qjz6fg~CY~9FaeFK3HLnjOzHJYcXzMFsBGE1v0hQfTCcL8mABQoZ8Lyq~QmxC~xyFyFH3-7GoA~lLrcROsFE9NZcJmuWllLsqeUI0~DAaDgp51zgbmt8Sk95bIGNO0EL-d-nE4ZNyY2z4iHwQSvK4fSfpdOxTIaNTcMYjkjwRRzuu1HdU4U9bMJYLGqUNpJrTJ3qOxYVTEuIVGlS9wznDCEhqpCsAsdpjywUAyg9OGpWbsybT6LCK2qR23BLpcAscQYauwO-1c1bNBFSPKYss7yydRaRJL3Rm0GULwGLvON9dve7jY4ZNkim32ylQZ56OUV8rYfb4U4S6GqPQ__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Sanchez Charities told the McKinney Community Development Corporation board that its proposed Collin County neighborhood — a colocated social services and resource hub — has expanded and advanced in land negotiations and programming.

“This is a facility where somebody who's in the need of social services will come in and they will meet an advocate,” the Sanchez Charities presenter said, describing a planned advocacy center where clients would tell their story once and be connected to local resources and follow-up services.

Why it matters: The facility is pitched as a centralized point for social-service referrals, transportation coordination and colocated partner services; the group said the model is intended to streamline access to help for residents facing housing instability, food insecurity and other needs.

Project details: The presenter said the project has moved from an initial half-acre, 10,000-square-foot concept to roughly 3 acres and a proposed 30,000-square-foot building. Catholic Charities of Dallas was listed as a lead tenant, offering clinic services, prescription assistance, disaster relief, pregnancy and parenting supports and senior programs. 1 Heart McKinney (presented as an advocacy partner) would provide case management technology, ID/mail services and transportation support. Neighbors Nourishing Neighbors was named as the food-distribution partner selected in coordination with the North Texas Food Bank.

Timeline and next steps: The group said it expects to finish land negotiations within “a week to two weeks” and begin space planning; it aims to start construction in 2025 with an opening in 2026. The presenter noted that larger grant programs (for example a referenced Mueller grant that typically funds smaller 5,000-square-foot projects) might not fit a 30,000-square-foot project and said additional fundraising and space planning are next steps.

Service scope and partners: Board members asked about domestic violence services and school-district partnerships. The presenter said no final tenant list has been completed and that some services might be provided by partners not housed inside the building; the team plans to approach McKinney ISD after space planning and zoning are complete.

Funding and outreach: The presenter said the project has leveraged prior MCDC support to attract partners and is positioning the project for collaborative fundraising. A Run for Hope fundraiser on April 12 will support the initiative and the group acknowledged continued dependence on external donors and religious organization partners for some of the land and operating commitments.

Public comment and board interaction: Board members asked about food-bank funding pressure and whether partner organizations could supply food despite reductions at larger distributors; the presenter said the chosen food partner has multiple donation streams and the team does not anticipate immediate shortages. The board offered encouragement and asked the presenter to continue coordination with city planning and zoning staff before advancing outreach to ISD and other partners.","Sanchez Charities reported the project has grown from a proposed half-acre, 10,000-square-foot plan to a 3-acre site with a proposed 30,000-square-foot facility. The project team aims to start construction in 2025 and open the center in 2026; tenants under discussion include Catholic Charities and an advocacy partner.",{"_33":112,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":113,"_41":114,"_43":115,"_45":116,"_47":117,"_49":118,"_51":119,"_53":120,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":121,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":122,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6621705,"East McKinney Learning Garden nears grand opening after $365,000 in fundraising",549,2418770,2968250,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2800492-44330faad18a9ef31547475e7aee8ef5&start=2418&end=2968","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2800492-44330faad18a9ef31547475e7aee8ef5/thumbnail_2418770.jpg","/articles/6621705/McKinney/Collin-County/Texas/East-McKinney-Learning-Garden-nears-grand-opening-after-365000-in-fundraising","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6621705-d281fbb6f12c9fc96cdf1c7da59ab2a7/orig.mp4?Expires=1771090782&Signature=CYT01vHGhAeKBNVkPqIbuYeziY372uEfgf9Eoi6osvsQG4Xmol5ECbEk~OBU8YhzIPH3NfDeYzXtgVFJi8TaIt8IlFJnYNxlZxS285YxzAky7Z00qkT60MSL-J1eEEMJpgCInTHDA0Ojn1-FxB33OCf3ng6mznaXJcOXV21vRav7STTS4790GBOtuxsgX2tzIFaQkeXwdyIOG2TwHfgmLJNST~AgO6PXhopfTY3U68mbSZjK7VsuGSFfr56h~vUz2D8EH~2z~1gd-NKi07Ogn-JuoZoZT6-6Z~Rg3IGFiOJIUOk1BrhV58zj3NseQeurAzRubwg~JrO2e41GsNEeJA__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The East McKinney Learning Garden is near completion and plans a public opening on April 19, organizers told the McKinney Community Development Corporation. The volunteer-built garden, adjacent to the Tufts campus off Greenville Avenue, has raised about $365,000 in grants and donations to date and will host a low-key grand opening timed with the City Hall ribbon-cutting.

“We started this project about 2 and a half years ago,” said Bruce Mead, founder and garden lead for the East McKinney Learning Garden, presenting an update to the board. Mead said the project’s budget is close to projections after a reset last year and that parks staff and multiple community partners helped advance construction and programming.

Why it matters: The garden is intended as a neighborhood resource to address food insecurity, teach residents how to grow food, and provide vocational training for local youth. Organizers plan to route produce to partner organizations and school programs and use the site as a community teaching space.

Work completed and funding: Mead said the project has secured a title sponsor (Sprouts), seed funding from the McKinney Arts Commission ($20,000), a $16,000 grant from the McKinney Garden Club and other local contributions. The budget now includes a $30-by-20 Sprouts Teaching Pavilion and additional site amenities. Mead reported the total raised is approximately $365,000 and said electric work is finishing this week, which will allow the project to close out a previously awarded $230,000 grant.

Art and site features: The plan calls for two fabricated metal-and-acrylic trellises framed in front of an 18-foot “grain bin” art element. The art budget is about $60,000 for the sculpture and $4,000–$5,000 more for a mural on the grain bin; the Arts Commission offset $20,000 of the sculpture cost. Mead said the trellises will be living structures meant to support vines and flowers and the muralist will paint during the grand opening to give visitors a view of the work in progress.

Community partnerships and programming: The garden will partner with Hugs Cafe, La Tiendita and Community Garden Kitchen to distribute produce and provide culinary and vocational training. Mead said the garden will also seed classroom gardening programs at local high schools with a $15,000 commitment to school propagation projects.

Security and maintenance: Mead acknowledged prior vandalism concentrated in the site’s early days and said signs and coordination with Tufts neighbors have reduced incidents. He said the organization accepts that some vandalism is a risk of keeping the garden open and accessible rather than fencing it off.

Next steps and opening: Mead said the group is working to obtain a certificate of occupancy and expects to be substantially complete for a public opening on April 19, with a live performance planned for the afternoon. Several final items, including the grain-bin mural, will be completed around that time.","Volunteers and sponsors have completed major construction at the East McKinney Learning Garden; a grand opening is planned for April 19 alongside the City Hall ribbon-cutting, and organizers are closing an art budget gap after securing $365,000 in support.","actionData","errors"]

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