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Keith Self backs McKinney recall effort targeting mayor and council
Keith Self has announced his support for a recall campaign aimed at the McKinney mayor and three city council members.
Cody EsparzaAugust 18, 20261 min read
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We Checked the Recall Math. The 5,805 Number Is Exactly Right.
Organizers say they need 5,805 signatures. The county's official canvass shows why: 19,350 ballots were counted in McKinney's last regular city election, and 30 percent of that is 5,805 to the digit.
Cody EsparzaAugust 18, 20262 min read
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McKinney outlines residential trash and recycling service guidelines
The City of McKinney has published detailed guidelines for its automated weekly trash and recycling collection service, including cart placement rules and eligibility requirements.
Cody EsparzaAugust 17, 20262 min read
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A Recall Petition Is Circulating in McKinney. Here Is What It Actually Requires.
Five voters filed to recall Mayor Bill Cox and three council members. Organizers have until Sept. 26 to gather signatures, and the number they need is in the thousands.
Cody EsparzaAugust 16, 20264 min read
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McKinney recall committee disputes former mayor's warning to petition signers
The McKinney Recall Committee stated that public access to government records is not a license for political intimidation, responding to comments from former Mayor George Fuller.
Cody EsparzaAugust 15, 20262 min read
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McKinney Council to Consider School Resource Officer Contract
The McKinney City Council will consider a resolution on August 18, 2026, authorizing the city manager to execute a professional services contract with Imagine International Academy of North Texas, LLC for a school resource officer program.
Cody EsparzaAugust 15, 20261 min read
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McKinney Council to Consider Sale of Easements for NTMWD Pipeline
McKinney will consider selling 0.310 acres to the North Texas Municipal Water District. The sale covers a 40-foot permanent sanitary sewer easement and a 20-foot temporary construction easement on Ridge Road near Wilmeth Road. The City Manager would execute documents for the...
Cody EsparzaAugust 15, 20261 min read
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McKinney Council to Consider Elevator Addition Contract at APEX Centre
The McKinney City Council will consider a resolution on August 18, 2026, authorizing the city manager to execute a professional construction agreement with Crossland Construction Company Inc. for an elevator addition at the APEX Centre.
Cody EsparzaAugust 15, 20261 min read
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McKinney Council Reviews Bond Authority Assignment
The McKinney City Council will consider a resolution to assign private activity bond authority to the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs during its regular meeting on August 18, 2026.
Cody EsparzaAugust 15, 20261 min read
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McKinney Council to Consider Contract for Towne Lake Phase 1C Testing
The McKinney City Council will consider a resolution on August 18, 2026, authorizing the city manager to execute a contract with Alliance Geotechnical Group, Inc. for materials testing services related to the Towne Lake Phase 1C construction project.
Cody EsparzaAugust 15, 20261 min read
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McKinney Council to Consider Contract for Towne Lake Phase 1C Project
The McKinney City Council will consider a resolution authorizing the city manager to execute a construction contract and necessary change orders with A&C Construction, Inc. for Towne Lake Phase 1C, which includes the Bob & Barbara Tomes Dog Park and Play Zone.
Cody EsparzaAugust 15, 20261 min read
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McKinney proposes $880 million budget with slight tax rate increase
City officials have outlined a fiscal plan that includes a modest rise in property tax rates and funding for 32 new staff positions.
Cody EsparzaAugust 15, 20262 min read
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McKinney Voters File Recall Petition Against Mayor and Three Council Members
Five residents have initiated a recall effort targeting Mayor Bill Cox and three city council members, citing a loss of public confidence in the city's leadership.
Cody EsparzaAugust 14, 20263 min read
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Erwin Park to close Aug. 10 for major renovation project
Erwin Park will close on Aug. 10 for a major renovation that is expected to be completed in fall 2027.
Cody EsparzaAugust 14, 20261 min read
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McKinney and ISDs Outline School Zone Safety Guidelines
The City of McKinney and surrounding school districts have published specific hours for school zones and outlined safety responsibilities for drivers and officials.
Cody EsparzaAugust 10, 20262 min read
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McKinney Public Library Hosts Family Storytime at Old Settler's
The McKinney Public Library System is holding free family storytime events at Old Settler's Recreation Center on Saturdays in August 2026.
Cody EsparzaAugust 7, 20261 min read
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McKinney Postpones Mosquito Spraying to Aug. 11-12
The City of McKinney has rescheduled mosquito spraying operations from August 6-7 to August 11-12 after positive West Nile Virus tests.
Cody EsparzaAugust 7, 20261 min read
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McKinney Library Hosts Video Game Trivia for Teens
The John and Judy Gay Library will host a competitive video game trivia event for teens on Friday, August 21, 2026.
Cody EsparzaAugust 7, 20261 min read
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McKinney Library Hosts Anime and Art Event for Teens
The John and Judy Gay Library is hosting an in-person anime and art program for teens on August 20, 2026.
Cody EsparzaAugust 7, 20261 min read
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City manager criticizes conduct after mosque site plan vote
An internal email says City Manager Paul Grimes criticized some conduct at a mosque site plan meeting while thanking city staff.
Cody EsparzaAugust 7, 20262 min read
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Council approves mosque site plans on Virginia Parkway in 7-0 vote
The McKinney City Council voted unanimously to approve a new McKinney Islamic Association facility after hours of public comment.
Cody EsparzaAugust 5, 20261 min read