Title
Consider/Discuss/Act on a Resolution Authorizing the Application and Acceptance, if Awarded, of an Outdoor Recreation Legacy Partnership (ORLP) Program Grant for Old Settler’s Park Improvements Project
Summary
COUNCIL GOAL: Enhance the Quality of Life in McKinney
(5.1: Create affordable recreational and cultural arts activities for all ages throughout the city)
(5.3: Develop sustainable quality of life improvements within the City of McKinney)
(5.4: Promote environmental stewardship initiatives)
(5.5: Enhance connectivity to parks & civic facilities, school/education centers, libraries, health care providers, commercial corridors, etc.)
MEETING DATE: October 5, 2026
DEPARTMENT: Parks and Recreation
CONTACT: Amy Kinkade, Director of Parks and Recreation
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
? Approval of the Resolution.
ITEM SUMMARY:
The proposed Resolution authorizes the application for and acceptance of, if awarded, a Land and Water Conservation Fund’s (LWCF) Outdoor Recreation Legacy Partnership (ORLP) Program Grant for the Construction of the Old Settler’s Park Improvement Project.
The project is planned to deliver an all-abilities playground, a multi-tiered splash pad, a large pavilion with restrooms, small pavilions, a skate spot, pickleball, and enhancements to the existing creek.
The Parks and Recreation Department is requesting grant assistance in the amount of $7,000,000.
This funding program requires a 50% match from the City.
Project funding will come from the Old Settler’s Park Renovation Project (PK2041).
The application submission deadline to Texas Parks & Wildlife for ORLP consideration is October 1, 2026, with an award announcement in May of 2027.
October 1, 2026 - Application due to TPWD
May 25, 2026 - Collaboration between Local Park staff and City
November 1, 2026 - TPWD submits application to National Park Service
May 1, 2027 - Award Grant announced
BACKGROUND INFORMATION:
This is a resubmission of the 2025 ORLP grant. The 2...
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