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McKinney Runoff Elections, Airport Expansion Debate, and Community Happenings
# McKinney Buzz: Your Daily Dose of Local News
McKinney residents have had a busy few days with the recent runoff elections taking center stage. Just yesterday, June 10, citizens cast their ballots to select the Mayor and an At-Large representative in the final round of voting[1]. This followed Saturday's mayoral runoff where former city councilman and mayor pro-tem Bill Cox emerged victorious against Scott Sanford, a former state lawmaker and church pastor[3].
Cox, who secured his win by approximately 1,200 votes (about six percentage points), had campaigned in support of expanding McKinney National Airport, despite voters previously rejecting a bond package for this purpose in May[3]. The airport expansion has been a hot-button issue in the community, with a federal lawsuit filed earlier this month that could potentially delay the launch of passenger service indefinitely[5].
Speaking of the airport controversy, the North Texas Conservation Association has scheduled a town hall meeting today, June 11, in Fairview to discuss environmental concerns related to the expansion[5]. This meeting comes at a critical time as zoning changes would allow for construction of a 30,000-square-foot passenger terminal, a 1,500-space parking garage, and large jet fuel tanks[5].
In other community news, residents near Erwin Park may notice smoke in the area as the City of McKinney Parks and Recreation Department, in partnership with the McKinney Fire Department, conducts a prescribed burn[4]. Officials have advised that there is no need to call emergency services if you spot smoke from this controlled activity.
Looking ahead, McKinney continues to embrace its reputation as "Unique by nature" with various community events and economic development initiatives[2]. The city recently received recognition as a Texas Transparency Trailblazer at a ceremony at the Texas State Capitol, highlighting McKinney's commitment to government transparency[4].
Whether you're interested in politics, economic development, or community events, McKinney continues to be a vibrant, growing city at the northeastern corner of the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex, offering residents and visitors alike plenty of opportunities to engage with local governance and community activities.
McKinney residents have had a busy few days with the recent runoff elections taking center stage. Just yesterday, June 10, citizens cast their ballots to select the Mayor and an At-Large representative in the final round of voting[1]. This followed Saturday's mayoral runoff where former city councilman and mayor pro-tem Bill Cox emerged victorious against Scott Sanford, a former state lawmaker and church pastor[3].
Cox, who secured his win by approximately 1,200 votes (about six percentage points), had campaigned in support of expanding McKinney National Airport, despite voters previously rejecting a bond package for this purpose in May[3]. The airport expansion has been a hot-button issue in the community, with a federal lawsuit filed earlier this month that could potentially delay the launch of passenger service indefinitely[5].
Speaking of the airport controversy, the North Texas Conservation Association has scheduled a town hall meeting today, June 11, in Fairview to discuss environmental concerns related to the expansion[5]. This meeting comes at a critical time as zoning changes would allow for construction of a 30,000-square-foot passenger terminal, a 1,500-space parking garage, and large jet fuel tanks[5].
In other community news, residents near Erwin Park may notice smoke in the area as the City of McKinney Parks and Recreation Department, in partnership with the McKinney Fire Department, conducts a prescribed burn[4]. Officials have advised that there is no need to call emergency services if you spot smoke from this controlled activity.
Looking ahead, McKinney continues to embrace its reputation as "Unique by nature" with various community events and economic development initiatives[2]. The city recently received recognition as a Texas Transparency Trailblazer at a ceremony at the Texas State Capitol, highlighting McKinney's commitment to government transparency[4].
Whether you're interested in politics, economic development, or community events, McKinney continues to be a vibrant, growing city at the northeastern corner of the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex, offering residents and visitors alike plenty of opportunities to engage with local governance and community activities.
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McKinney residents have had a busy few days with the recent runoff elections taking center stage. Just yesterday, June 10, citizens cast their ballots to select the Mayor and an At-Large representative in the final round of voting[1]. This followed Saturday's mayoral runoff where former city councilman and mayor pro-tem Bill Cox emerged victorious against Scott Sanford, a former state lawmaker and church pastor[3].
Cox, who secured his win by approximately 1,200 votes (about six percentage points), had campaigned in support of expanding McKinney National Airport, despite voters previously rejecting a bond package for this purpose in May[3]. The airport expansion has been a hot-button issue in the community, with a federal lawsuit filed earlier this month that could potentially delay the launch of passenger service indefinitely[5].
Speaking of the airport controversy, the North Texas Conservation Association has scheduled a town hall meeting today, June 11, in Fairview to discuss environmental concerns related to the expansion[5]. This meeting comes at a critical time as zoning changes would allow for construction of a 30,000-square-foot passenger terminal, a 1,500-space parking garage, and large jet fuel tanks[5].
In other community news, residents near Erwin Park may notice smoke in the area as the City of McKinney Parks and Recreation Department, in partnership with the McKinney Fire Department, conducts a prescribed burn[4]. Officials have advised that there is no need to call emergency services if you spot smoke from this controlled activity.
Looking ahead, McKinney continues to embrace its reputation as "Unique by nature" with various community events and economic development initiatives[2]. The city recently received recognition as a Texas Transparency Trailblazer at a ceremony at the Texas State Capitol, highlighting McKinney's commitment to government transparency[4].
Whether you're interested in politics, economic development, or community events, McKinney continues to be a vibrant, growing city at the northeastern corner of the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex, offering residents and visitors alike plenty of opportunities to engage with local governance and community activities.
McKinney residents have had a busy few days with the recent runoff elections taking center stage. Just yesterday, June 10, citizens cast their ballots to select the Mayor and an At-Large representative in the final round of voting[1]. This followed Saturday's mayoral runoff where former city councilman and mayor pro-tem Bill Cox emerged victorious against Scott Sanford, a former state lawmaker and church pastor[3].
Cox, who secured his win by approximately 1,200 votes (about six percentage points), had campaigned in support of expanding McKinney National Airport, despite voters previously rejecting a bond package for this purpose in May[3]. The airport expansion has been a hot-button issue in the community, with a federal lawsuit filed earlier this month that could potentially delay the launch of passenger service indefinitely[5].
Speaking of the airport controversy, the North Texas Conservation Association has scheduled a town hall meeting today, June 11, in Fairview to discuss environmental concerns related to the expansion[5]. This meeting comes at a critical time as zoning changes would allow for construction of a 30,000-square-foot passenger terminal, a 1,500-space parking garage, and large jet fuel tanks[5].
In other community news, residents near Erwin Park may notice smoke in the area as the City of McKinney Parks and Recreation Department, in partnership with the McKinney Fire Department, conducts a prescribed burn[4]. Officials have advised that there is no need to call emergency services if you spot smoke from this controlled activity.
Looking ahead, McKinney continues to embrace its reputation as "Unique by nature" with various community events and economic development initiatives[2]. The city recently received recognition as a Texas Transparency Trailblazer at a ceremony at the Texas State Capitol, highlighting McKinney's commitment to government transparency[4].
Whether you're interested in politics, economic development, or community events, McKinney continues to be a vibrant, growing city at the northeastern corner of the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex, offering residents and visitors alike plenty of opportunities to engage with local governance and community activities.