Title
Consider/Discuss/Act on an Extension to the Term of the Loan Agreement for Project RI24-10, Hester Eats, LLC (dba Hamm’s Meat Market), for Installation of a Fire Suppression System and Site Improvements at 307 W. Louisiana Street in McKinney, to December 1, 2025.
Summary
COUNCIL GOAL: 1: Direction for Strategic and Economic Growth
1C: Continue to develop a retail strategy for key areas of the community to diversify revenue sources and expand entertainment, dining and shopping options and tourism.
MEETING DATE: November 20, 2025
DEPARTMENT: McKinney Community Development Corporation
CONTACT: Cindy Schneible, President
ITEM SUMMARY:
• McKinney Community Development Corporation will consider extending Project RI24-10 awarded to Hester Eats, LLC in an amount up to $50,000 on September 26, 2024 to install a fire suppression system and site improvements at Hamm’s Meat Market.
• The grant termed out on September 26, 2025. Due to unavoidable project delays, the grant recipient is requesting an extension to December 1, 2025.
BACKGROUND INFORMATION:
• Hamm’s Meat Market is a family-owned and locally-sourced butcher shop, market, and lunch destination.
• Hamm’s has been a staple in food service in McKinney since 1954.
• Known for their spiral hams, the market has expanded their offerings to include a lunch menu and small dining room.
• Future plans include patio seating and full scale lunch operations.
FINANCIAL SUMMARY:
• Original grant award was for up to $50,000, and no funds have been drawn at this time.
• The request is eligible for MCDC consideration under Section 501.103 of the Texas Local Government Code.
SUPPORTING MATERIALS:
• Letter of Request for Extension