Title
Consider/Discuss/Act on a Resolution Adopting the City of McKinney and McKinney Chamber of Commerce 2015 Joint Legislative Agenda
Summary
MEETING DATE: November 4, 2014
DEPARTMENT: City Manager's Office
CONTACT: Darrek Ferrell, Assistant to the City Manager
RECOMMENDED CITY COUNCIL ACTION:
· Approve Resolution
ITEM SUMMARY:
· The item was discussed in a City Council Work Session on October 20, 2014, and all feedback was incorporated into the document where possible.
· The Joint Legislative agenda focuses on six major areas in the best interest of McKinney's citizens and businesses, including Local Control, Economic Development, Education & Workforce, Transportation, Taxes & Spending, and Water.
· In previous sessions, the Council and Chamber have also agreed to work together in opposing legislation that imposes unfunded mandates.
· The Legislative Agenda will remain a living document and will be amended as new issues arise throughout the legislative session.
BACKGROUND INFORMATION:
· The PRIL Committee has discussed the details of the proposed joint agenda and is generally in agreement on the document.
FINANCIAL SUMMARY:
· N/A
BOARD OR COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION:
· N/A