Justin Beller

Economic Development Strategy

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

McKinney Islamic Association Site Plan

The project is privately funded, but the city will incur costs for traffic management and potential infrastructure adjustments.

Tourism Incentive Funding

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

Transit Operations Procurement

Service costs scale dynamically based on actual trip volume and variable operating contracts.

Multifamily Housing Expansion

These projects represent new private investment in the city's housing stock.

recall petition

City taxpayers will likely foot the bill for a special election if the recall petition gets enough signatures to move forward.

Industrial Zoning Adjustment

The rezoning allows for expanded industrial operations at the site.

election controversy

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

Religious Neutrality in Government

No direct financial impact is associated with this issue.

January 2026 Financial Performance

The proposed budget includes a 1.76% increase over the no-new-revenue tax rate.

Community Engagement and Events

This project provided a cost-saving solution for the fire department and valuable real-world experience for students.

Historic Home Tax Exemptions

The homeowners face significant costs for either extensive structural repairs or a full demolition and rebuild.

Board and Commission Appointments

Ensuring consistent board attendance helps maintain momentum on park planning and open space initiatives.

R5 Residential Rezoning and Traffic Concerns

The denial of the permit means the property remains undeveloped, foregoing an estimated $75,000 in annual tax revenue. However, the decision prioritizes perceived safety over immediate economic gain.

Public Infrastructure Reconstruction

The cost of the infrastructure projects is substantial, with a combined project for Hunt and Davis streets estimated at over $20 million.

sports and entertainment complex

This project is expected to bring a big boost to local businesses and potentially create new jobs.

LifePath Systems Bloomdale Campus Expansion

Total project cost reached approximately $43.5 million, supported in part by a $1 million grant from MCDC.

Historic Marker Designation

The request is for $72,102.16, representing 30% of the total project cost.

Demolition Criteria and Evaluation Guidelines

None directly set by this discussion, but future criteria could affect property owners' redevelopment costs.

Revised MCDC Fiscal Year 2027 Budget

Sales tax revenue projections increased by nearly $3 million based on conservative 3.5% growth estimates.

Approval of September 1, 2026 Meeting Minutes

Approval of DART Transit Service Extension Resolution

Adjournment

Minutes from McKinney Urban Transit District Board Meeting - Sep 1, 2026

Election of Chair

Election of Vice Chair

Approval of Consent Agenda

Demolition Request for 415 West Louisiana Street

Historic Marker Request for 1013 Howell Street

Adjournment

Minutes of the Historic Preservation Advisory Board, regular meeting of September 3rd, 2026

Approval of August 25, 2026 Board Meeting Minutes

Adjournment of the Meeting

Consent Item: Minutes of the Visit McKinney Board Meeting from August 25, 2026

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

Project Term Extension - The Harbor at Adriatica

Revised MCDC Fiscal Year 2027 Budget

Approval of August 6, 2026, Meeting Minutes

Fiscal Year 2027 Proposed Tax Rate