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Conduct a Public Hearing to Consider/Discuss/Act on a Project Grant Application Submitted by North Collin County Habitat for Humanity (#18-06) in the Amount of $877,521.00 for Infrastructure Costs, Demolition of Vacant Structure and Lot Preparation, Professional Design, and Structural, Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing Services for the Cotton Groves Community
Summary
COUNCIL GOAL: Enhance Quality of Life in McKinney
MEETING DATE: April 26, 2018
DEPARTMENT: McKinney Community Development Corporation
CONTACT: Cindy Schneible, President
ITEM SUMMARY:
* North Collin County Habitat for Humanity has submitted a project grant application requesting a total of $877,521.00 for infrastructure development and construction; demolition of an existing vacant structure; lot preparation; and professional design, structural, mechanical, electrical and plumbing services for the Cotton Groves Community.
* The goal of the Cotton Groves Community project is to create a lasting, transformative impact on McKinney.
* Plan includes construction of a 35 unit town home community, built entirely from recycled shipping containers.
* Additional components will include a community center, playground, and parking.
BACKGROUND INFORMATION:
* North Collin County Habitat for Humanity has been building homes for working, low-income families since its incorporation in 1992.
* NCCHFH utilizes a two-pronged initiative for low-income families: construction of new homes; and exterior home repairs.
* Most of the homeowners served are seniors or disabled with both financial and housing needs.
* To date, NCCHFH has completed 111 new homes and 186 home rehabs. They estimate 297 families/1,188 people now live in solid, secure permanent housing as a result of NCCHFH programs.
* Ninety-six percent of NCCHFH families remain in their homes making timely payments and establishing long, stable work patterns.
* McKinney neighborhoods impacted by NCCHFH's A Brush with Kindness Program include...
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