McKinney CDC Approves $683,467 Grant for Hugs Cafe Expansion

Grant Overview

The McKinney Community Development Corporation considered a project grant application submitted by Hugs Cafe, Inc. on June 25, 2026.

The approved funding totals $683,467.00 and represents 58.6 percent of the total project cost.

Project Scope

The grant will support expansion and site improvements at Hugs Greenhouse located at 1151 East Cottage Hill Parkway in the McKinney Extraterritorial Jurisdiction.

Improvements include an entry gate, security upgrades, a new driveway, additional heaters in the work barn, and relocation of the septic system.

The project also covers three new greenhouses, one new propagation house, irrigation systems, a propane tank, and walkways.

Approval Details

A motion to approve the agenda item was made by Fuller and seconded by Micheletto.

The motion carried during the meeting, finalizing the grant approval for the business.

References

McKinney Community Development Corporation (2026-06-25). Retrieved from https://mckinney.legistar.com/LegislationDetail.aspx?ID=30351