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Conduct a Public Hearing and Consider/Discuss/Act on a Request for Funding, Submitted by the City of McKinney Parks and Recreation Department (#19-10), in the Amount $5,500,000 for Park and Facility Redevelopment and Improvements; Design and Construction of Various Parks; Facilities, Equipment and Trail Projects.
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Summary
COUNCIL GOAL: Enhance the Quality of Life in McKinney
MEETING DATE: July 25, 2019
DEPARTMENT: McKinney Community Development Corporation
CONTACT: Cindy Schneible, President
ITEM SUMMARY:
• The Parks and Recreation Department is requesting funds in the amount of $5,500,000 for park and facility redevelopment and improvements and for design and construction of various parks, equipment, facilities and trail projects.
BACKGROUND INFORMATION:
• The proposed projects are included in the 10-year CIP and will allow growth in areas that meet the most immediate needs of the community in the most cost effective manner.
• The Parks Master Plan, updated and approved in 2017, identifies areas of deficit, provides a vision for addressing growth and provides a plan for immediate and long term park, park facilities and trail improvement needs.
• The Parks Master Plan was utilized in identifying projects for this FY 19-20 grant application.
FINANCIAL SUMMARY:
• This request is eligible for MCDC consideration under Section 505 of the Texas Local Government Code.
• These projects facilitate facility and park design, development, construction and improvements that will enhance the quality of life for McKinney residents.
• See attached application for details of requested funds.
SUPPORTING MATERIALS:
Parks and Recreation Grant Application
Presentation