1. McKinney commission recommends zoning approval for 785-acre Billingsley development
The McKinney Planning and Zoning Commission voted unanimously to recommend zoning approval for a new 785-acre mixed-use development called Huntington Park. McKinney City Council members are expected to consider and vote on the request at a May 6 meeting.
2. McKinney Mayor George Fuller reflects on public service, city growth
Mayor George Fuller, who has served in the role for nearly eight years, will leave McKinney City Council after the May 3 election, which will include election of a new city mayor.
As his time as mayor comes to an end, Fuller said he is looking for “purpose-driven leadership” from the next group of McKinney’s elected officials.
3. Zipline drone delivery expected to launch this fall at McKinney Walmart
Drone delivery services are expected to launch this fall at the Walmart store on Redbud Boulevard in McKinney. City Council members voted 5-2 to approve new zoning for the property earlier in April. Walmart officials anticipate starting construction as soon as the necessary permits are filed with the city.
4. McKinney council tables zoning for cell tower off US 380
McKinney City Council members are expected to reconsider a zoning request for a new cell tower near the corner of US 380 and Lake Forest Drive after they voted to table the item. The council is expected to reconsider the item during a May 20 meeting.
5. McKinney planning commission recommends new drive-thru distance requirements
Planning and Zoning Commission members voted unanimously during an April 22 meeting to recommend increasing distance requirements for drive-thrus operating adjacent to single-family residential zones. McKinney City Council members are expected to vote on the proposed amendments during a May 6 meeting.
