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Consider/Discuss/Act on a Project Grant Application Submitted by McKinney Main Street (4B24-14) in the Amount of One Hundred Nine Thousand Three Hundred Twenty and NO/100 Dollars ($109,320.00) for the Purchase Downtown Christmas Decorations to Include Lighting in Mitchell Park, Outdoor Decorations at MPAC, Community Tree Ornaments, Holiday Postcard Pop-Up Photo Ops, and Light Pole Decorations. Amount Requested Represents 60% of Total Project Cost.
Summary
COUNCIL GOAL: 5: Enhance Quality of Life in McKinney
5D: Develop sustainable quality of life improvements within the City of McKinney.
MEETING DATE: August 22, 2024
DEPARTMENT: McKinney Community Development Corporation
CONTACT: Cindy Schneible, President
ITEM SUMMARY:
• McKinney Main Street is requesting $109,320.00 to refresh Christmas decorations in Downtown McKinney including:
o $35,000 for the lighting of Dr. Glenn Mitchell Park (uplighting package for year-round illumination of park trees; 2 Arches for Mitchell Park walkway; and Installation of lighted displays);
o $55,750 for MPAC outdoor decorations (6 oversized nutcrackers, Two 3D illuminated stars for NE and SW corners; and 2 sleighs);
o $9,870 for Community Christmas Tree ornaments;
o $3,200 for Holiday Postcard Pop-up Photo Ops (three interactive photo ops created and designed by local artists; and
o $5,500 for Light pole snowflakes of varying sizes.
• The refresh will allow Main Street to replace weathered decorations and keep up with the growth of the Downtown footprint.
• Continuing to provide an inviting holiday environment will keep shoppers coming back to the city’s unique Downtown.
BACKGROUND INFORMATION:
• The Historic Downtown Cultural District has been the heart of the community since 1848.
• The District attracts citizens and visitors for shopping, dining and arts through a variety of independently owned shops and restaurants; events like McKinney Oktoberfest, Arts in Bloom, Home for the Holidays and the July 4th Hometown Parade; and through strong support and preservation of the historic features that influence economic vitality.
• The District is home to more than 120 independently owned businesses; a creative community that helps shape the look and feel of the area; and acclaimed chefs and restaurants that have created a food destination.
FINANCIAL SUMMARY:
• If approved by the Board, this item will be funded from MCDC’s Community Grants budget.
• The request is eligible for MCDC consideration under Section 505.152 of the Texas Local Government Code.
SUPPORTING MATERIALS:
• Application Packet
• Presentation