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McKinney honors outgoing mayor George Fuller and Councilmember Charlie Phillips with plaques, portraits and proclamations
Summary
At a June council meeting, Mayor George Fuller and Councilmember Charlie Phillips were recognized for eight years of service with awards, plaques, portraits and letters from state and federal officials; the council also issued a proclamation for a local high school baseball state champion.
McKINNEY, Texas — The McKinney City Council honored Mayor George Fuller and Councilmember Charlie Phillips at its June council meeting, presenting plaques, painted portraits and letters of appreciation from Texas and federal legislators and recognizing a local high school baseball team.
The council presented a proclamation recognizing the McKinney Christian Academy Mustangs as the TAPPS Division 3 state baseball champions and read a series of accomplishments for the team, including tournament wins and a 28–5 season record in 2025.
City Manager Paul Grimes introduced the presentations and described the ceremonial gifts for Fuller and Phillips: an official plaque and a portrait produced for each outgoing official. A letter and a resolution from state lawmakers were also read aloud and presented on behalf of U.S. Rep. Keith Self and Texas House members, thanking both Fuller and Phillips for eight years of public service.
Fuller and Phillips each spoke after receiving their recognitions. Fuller reflected on council accomplishments during his tenure — citing growth in commercial tax base, reduced tax rates, infrastructure projects such as the new municipal complex, and efforts to attract events and businesses — and thanked staff, department heads, and community volunteers. Phillips thanked the community and referenced his involvement with local organizations including Cornerstone Ranch and the Special Olympics.
Other council members offered tributes and personal remarks about Fuller’s leadership and about Phillips’s community outreach and work with youth and organizations serving people with special needs. Several speakers emphasized the outgoing officials’ accessibility, engagement with staff and first responders, and local philanthropic work.
The presentations were followed by the council’s usual business and public comment period.
