Title
Conduct a Public Hearing and Consider/Discuss/Act on Project #21-12, Submitted by Heritage Guild of Collin County in the Amount of One Hundred Twenty-Five Thousand and No/100 Dollars ($125,000.00) to Fund an Expansion of the Reception Room in Bevel House at Chestnut Square; Upgraded Restroom and Kitchen Facilities; HVAC; Landscaping; Furnishings; and Interior Painting of the Chapel. Amount Requested Represents 91% of Total Project Cost.
Summary
COUNCIL GOAL: 5: Enhance Quality of Life in McKinney
(5A): Create affordable recreational and cultural arts activities for all ages throughout the city
MEETING DATE: April 22, 2021
DEPARTMENT: McKinney Community Development Corporation
CONTACT: Cindy Schneible, President
ITEM SUMMARY:
• McKinney Community Development Corporation will conduct a public hearing on a project grant application submitted by the Heritage Guild of Collin County for costs related to expansion and upgrades to the Bevel House at Chestnut Square.
• The project includes interior painting of the Chapel.
BACKGROUND INFORMATION:
• The mission of Heritage Guild of Collin County is to celebrate community, preserve history and inspire the future.
• HGCC was organized more than 40 years ago.
• HGCC supports Chestnut Square Historic Village - a McKinney museum and tourist destination offering diverse programs and activities throughout the year.
FINANCIAL SUMMARY:
• Funds allocated for FY21 for discretionary Project Grants is $1,530,105.
• To date, the MCDC board has approved grant awards totaling $323,837.58, leaving a balance of $1,206,267.42 for discretionary project grants.
• The request is eligible for MCDC consideration under Section 505.152 of the Texas Local Government Code.
SUPPORTING MATERIALS:
Application Packet