Title
Consider/Discuss/Act on a Project Grant Application Submitted by Boys and Girls Club of Collin County (#22-07) in the Amount of One Hundred Forty-Seven Thousand Seven Hundred Forty-Six Dollars and NO/100 ($147,746.00) for Renovations for Recreational Facilities Including Restroom Expansion and Remodeling and Updates to Sport Court. Amount Requested Represents 65% of the Total Project Cost.
Summary
COUNCIL GOAL: Enhance Quality of Life in McKinney
(5A): Create affordable recreational and cultural arts activities for all ages throughout the city.
MEETING DATE: March 3, 2022
DEPARTMENT: McKinney Community Development Corporation
CONTACT: Cindy Schneible, President
ITEM SUMMARY:
• Boys and Girls Clubs of Collin County is requesting $147,746.00 for recreational facility renovations, restroom renovations and updates to sport court at the McKinney club.
BACKGROUND INFORMATION:
• Boys and Girls Clubs of Collin County has a 50-year history in North Texas.
• Strategically located in low-income neighborhoods, BGCCC provides a safe, positive environment during after-school hours.
• The BGCCC serves 3,050 members and works with other local nonprofit organizations to identify youth that need assistance.
• In 2020, the McKinney club served 488 registered members; provided 23,224 meals and snacks and logged 60,350 homework hours completed.
• 50% of members qualify for free/reduced lunch.
• Programs offered through the McKinney club include Education, the Arts, Health and Wellness, Leadership and Service and Sports and Recreation.
FINANCIAL SUMMARY:
• Funds allocated for FY22 for discretionary Project Grants is $1,749,025.
• The request is eligible for MCDC consideration under Section 505.152 of the Texas Local Government Code.
SUPPORTING MATERIALS:
• Application Packet
• Presentation