Texas Record
McKinney
CP

Charlie Philips

District At Large 1 Council Member2017–2025

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At a glance

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Term ending Jun 17, 2025.

Voice

Meetings spoken in
1
Total speaking time
2:50
Avg per meeting
2:50
Segments
33

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Top issues during term (15)

critical→Jun 2025[65]

Economic Development Strategy

The EDC is managing a pipeline of 184 leads, with the recent Lighton project alone representing a $900 million investment.

critical↓Jun 2025[39]

Tourism Incentive Funding

The board is consolidating $30,000 into an existing $50,000 pool for a total of $80,000 in incentive funds.

medium↓Jun 2025[18]

election controversy

Who knows how this drama will shake out financially, but local races can impact your tax dollars!

high↓Mar 2024[14]

East McKinney Redevelopment

The waiver involves approximately $3 million in roadway impact fees.

critical↓Feb 2024[11]

Airport Infrastructure Financing

Saves the city roughly $2.5 million in interest over the next five years.

medium↓Jun 2025[3]

Acquisition of Extraterritorial Jurisdiction (ETJ) Properties

No direct financial impact is associated with this issue.

critical↓Jun 2025[1]

Proper Use of Hotel Occupancy Tax

Ensures hotel tax revenue is used appropriately, potentially impacting funding for various city projects.

high↓May 2025[0]

election results

Your tax dollars will be managed by a new crew, so expect potential shifts in city spending and priorities.

high↓Jun 2025[0]

SWAT raid lawsuit settlement

Your tax dollars are going towards a $59,000 settlement for a botched raid.

medium↓May 2025[0]

airport expansion lawsuit

This lawsuit could delay or even halt the airport's growth, potentially costing the city and taxpayers more money.

medium↓Jun 2025[0]

wayfinding signs

This is mostly about making things easier, not costing a ton of money.

high↓Jun 2025[0]

mayoral election

Cox's win means new priorities could shape how city funds are spent.

medium↓Feb 2024[0]

road closure

Expect longer drive times and potential extra gas costs due to the lengthy closure.

high↓May 2025[0]

election runoff

Your vote could shape how city funds are spent, impacting everything from local services to future development projects.

high↓May 2025[0]

Mayoral election runoff

Voters will have to spend more time and potentially money to vote again, and the city incurs costs for another election.

Decisions during term (0)

Recorded while Philips was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.

No decisions found.