Title
Discussion of the Collin County Parks and Open Space Project Funding Assistance Program
Summary
COUNCIL GOAL: Enhance the Quality of Life in McKinney
(5A: Create affordable recreational and cultural arts activities for all ages throughout the city)
(5B: Develop Parks strategy to preserve green space for future park land)
(5E: Develop sustainable quality of life improvements within the City of McKinney)
MEETING DATE: May 20, 2025
DEPARTMENT: Parks and Recreation
CONTACT: Amy Kinkade, Director of Parks and Recreation
RECOMMENDED CITY COUNCIL ACTION:
• Discussion of the item.
ITEM SUMMARY:
• Staff will provide an overview of two County grant applications that have been submitted for funding through the 2024 call for projects. To date, no action by the County has taken place on either application.
• The first application is for Cottonwood Creek trail with a funding assistance request of $300,000.
• The second application is for Gray Branch trail, with a funding assistance request of $500,000.
• Staff will also discuss the upcoming application for 2025 which will be submitted in July.
BACKGROUND INFORMATION:
• In 2023 the citizens of Collin County approved a $20 million bond program for Parks and Open Space, with funds being allocated through 2024-2028.
FINANCIAL SUMMARY: N/A
BOARD OR COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION: N/A