Notice of Public Hearing on Tax Increase | Sep 6

Notice about 2022 Tax Rates

Notice of Public Hearing on Budget | Sep 6

McKinney requires hot work permits as the county burn ban goes into effect

Collin County is now under a 90-day burn ban

 McKINNEY, Texas (July 13, 2022) – The McKinney Fire Department (MFD) is endorsing Collin County’s outdoor burn ban within the incorporated limits of the City of McKinney. As a resul...

McKinney Police Chief to transition to Director of Public Safety beginning Oct. 1

New position will strengthen the city’s strategic public safety policies, pending City Council approval in the next budget

McKINNEY, Texas (July 11, 2022) – The City of McKinney has announced Chief Greg Conley will retire as Police Chie...

McKinney EDC, CDC, and city announce financial partnership to fund roadway infrastructure

Initiative commits $150 million to $300 million to roadways through 2035, depending on sales tax performance

McKINNEY, Texas (June 29, 2022) – The City of McKinney, the McKinney Economic Development Corporation (MEDC), and the McKinney Community ...

McKinney signs contract for statue in honor of the 50th anniversary of the movie Benji

Historic Downtown McKinney served as the primary outdoor filming location for the 1974 movie

McKINNEY, Texas (June 8, 2022) – The City of McKinney is pleased to announce a contract has been signed with nationally recognized artist and sculptor Su...

City of McKinney renames aquatic center for former Councilwoman

Old Settler’s Aquatic Center will now be the Gilda Garcia Garza Aquatic Center

McKINNEY, Texas (June 7, 2022) – At the recommendation of the Parks, Recreation and Open Space Advisory Board of the City of McKinney, City Council has appro...

McKinney earns AAA ratings from Moody's and Standard & Poor's, Aa1 water and wastewater rating

McKINNEY, Texas (May 17, 2022) – The City of McKinney has again received the highest ratings issued from two major credit rating agencies for its general obligation (GO) bonds and certificates of obligation (CO). The city earned ratings of Aaa f...

Downtown McKinney presents Arts in Bloom Art + Wine Festival

Arts in Bloom features over 120 juried artists, food, and live music in beautiful Historic Downtown McKinney April 8-10

MCKINNEY, Texas (April 1, 2022) – The streets of Historic Downtown McKinney will come alive during the Arts in Bloom celebrati...

Krewe of Barkus parade of pooches returns to downtown McKinney

Dog costume party and parade celebrates 20 years of fun

McKINNEY, Texas (Feb. 17, 2022) – Downtown McKinney is sure to be a howling good time at the 20th annual Krewe of Barkus Mardi Gras dog parade and festival Sunday, Feb. 27. This year&apo...

McKinney signs contract with international artist Guido van Helten to paint historic silos; asks for

Artist will use resident feedback to shape his future visits to McKinney ahead of painting community-influenced mural as part of his renowned Monuments series 

McKINNEY, Texas (Feb. 15, 2022) – The City of McKinney is pleased to announce...

City of McKinney breaks ground on $11 million indoor tennis complex

The facility at Gabe Nesbitt Community Park will create one of the premier public tennis facilities in the country

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McKINNEY, Texas (Feb. 9, 2022) – The City of McKinney has ...

City of McKinney announces Public Works Director

McKINNEY, Texas (March 19, 2021) – The City of McKinney announced today the hiring of Ryan Gillingham as the Director of Public Works following a national search. Gillingham will start Monday, March 29.

Gillingham most recently served as the Dire...

Request to Conserve Water

Reduce each irrigation zone run time by 2 minutes.

Working together we can make a difference

The City of McKinney is requesting residents conserve water when possible due to excessive heat and drought conditions. You can reduce water usage by following indoor and outdoor water-saving tips.

This voluntary re...

Slow down in school zones

Bob Schneider | Aug 20

Green Seminar | Aug 22

Rainwater Harvesting

National Water Quality Month

Small actions have a big impact

Small actions have a big impact

All the water we have on earth right now is the same water that was around when the dinosaurs lived. Water is the most heavily recycled item on earth and it is essential for life. The cleaner we keep our water, the less we h...

What makes you unique?

In McKinney, being unique is in our nature

Shred It Workout Program

Learn a holistic approach to building and shaping your body with a Pro this Fall!

New Policy - Mandatory Teen Fitness Orientations

Beginning Aug. 3.

Recover Well with iCryo

Come learn about Compression Therapy and vitamin shots! Three free events in August.

Seminar: Raising Healthy Kids in a Junk-Food World

Bellydance Cardio + Free Demo

Dance to your health. Try for free on Aug. 24.

The TAMI Awards | 2022

Open and responsive public communications

Every year, The Texas Association of Municipal Information Officers (TAMIO) recognizes the work of its members who communicate on behalf of municipal governments throughout the state of Texas. 

This year, t...

The Telly Awards | 2022

The Telly Awards

• Social Video: Workplace Culture | On the Job - McKinney National Airport

Building Inspections Department recognized by ICC

The City of McKinney Building Inspections Department is now accredited by the International Code Council (ICC) as a Preferred Provider of continuing education. The department already has a well-developed internal training program, providing code-based tra...

McKinney National Airport FBO Top 20% | 2022

McKinney National Airport FBO in Top 20% in the Americas

For the second year in a row, Aviation Internation News has ranked the FBO at the McKinney National Airport in the top 20% of FBOs in North and South America.

Aviation International News (AIN) is one ...

Best Instagram Presence - Golden Post Award | 2022

2022 Golden Post Award Winner for Best Instagram Presence

The Government Social Media (GSM) Professional Association was founded in 2015 and is the first professional association for public sector social media professionals in the United States. They suppo...

I Am Unique By Nature Campaign - Hermes Platinum Award | 2022

I Am Unique By Nature Campaign Wins 2022 Hermes Platinum Award

Hermes Creative Awards is an international competition for creative professionals and is one of the oldest and largest creative competitions in the world. Judges evaluate the creative industry'...

McKinney Ranked Second Safest City in the U.S. for 2022

SmartAsset Ranks McKinney, Texas #2 Safest City in U.S.

SmartAsset examined data from 200 of the largest cities in the country (violent crimes, property crimes, vehicular mortality rates, etc.).

Thanks to everyone in the City of McKinney who makes safety a ...

Public Works | 2021

Chandler Bass, Maintenance Crew Leader

• Won first place at the Texas American Public Works Association (APWA) equipment operator competition, making him the best public works equipment operator in Texas.
• The award allows him to travel to the National Confere...

Development Services | 2022

Suzanne Arnold | Cheif Building Official

• Reappointed by Governor Abbott to serve on the Texas Industrialized Building Code Council for a two-year term. The council oversees the state program regulating industrialized housing and buildings.

Learn More

Designated Tree City USA | 2021

For the 16^th year in a row, McKinney received the designation Tree City USA

This certification is a testament to all the hard work city departments put into our community for tree planting and tree care. It also acknowledges the love and joy we get from tr...

Housing and Community Development | 2021

Shirletta Best

• Appointed to Executive Board of Junior League of Collin County
• Appointed to Board of Directors, National Community Development Association

Janay Tieken

• Texas Economic Development Certification

Dana Riley

• Spirit of McKinney Volunteering Award: MIS...

Mothers Against Drunk Driving, North Texas | 2021

MADD Commitment Hero Award

Officer Aaron Wilbanks - in recognition of strong commitment to DWI education / enforcement.

NRA Shooting Competition, Whittington Center, Raton NM | 2021

McKinney Police Department

World Record (cold bore) | Officer Lindsey Paul

• Three impacts on the first target of the day at a distance of 1.4 miles 

Texas Society Sons of the American Revolution, Chapter 63 | 2021

McKinney Fire Department

• Heroism Medal | Capt. Pieter Wasserman
• Life Saving Medal | Capt. Tony Jones
• Fire Safety Medal | Fire Inspector Josh Detzel
• Emergency Medical Services Medal | Firefighter / Paramedic Matt Ball

Learn More

Aviation International News | 2021

McKinney National Airport (TKI)

• FBO ranked in Top 20% of all FBOs in the Americans
• Line Service ranked in Top 10%
• Above & Beyond | Jenna Emerizy

American Association of Airport Executives | 2021

General Aviation Airports

Training Excellence | McKinney National Airport (TKI)

Texas Recreation & Park Society, North Region | 2021

Parks and Recreation Department

• Excellence in Programming | Night Hikes at Rec Center at Towne Lake
• Excellence in Senior Programming | Grandparents Camp at Senior Rec Center
• Excellence in Maintenance Award | Parks Academy
• Horizons Award | Alex Copeland, Apex ...

City-County Communications & Marketing Association (3CMA) | 2021

Savvy Award

• Social Media: Parks & Recreation Country Dance Class Reel

Award of Excellence

• Special Events - Recurring - Tacos with Cops
• Video-Interview/Talk Show/News Programming - McKinney Stories: George Webb

Texas Association of Municipal Information Officers (TAMIO) | 2021

TAMI Award

• Internal Communications - Cascade of newly adopted vision
• Marketing Plan/Campaign - I am Unique by Nature
• Special/One-time Programming - McKinney Stories: George Webb

Award of Excellence

• Best use of Social Media

The Telly Awards | 2021

The Telly Awards

• Social Video: Travel & Tourism - Silver Telly Winner - "Discover McKinney"
• Social Video: General News & Information - Silver Telly Winner - "Local Businesses Respond to COVID-19"
• Social Video: General Public Servi...

National Association of Telecommunications Officers and Advisors (NATOA) | 2020

National Association of Telecommunications Officers and Advisors (NATOA)

• George Webb Park Video - Award of Excellence
• We are Unique by Nature Video - Award of Distinction
• City at Work Video Series - Honorable Mention

Texas Association of Telecommunications Officers & Advisors (TATOA) | 2020

Texas Association of Telecommunications Officers & Advisors (TATOA)

• Third Place - Public Health / Public Safety - Community Healthcare Program Video

The Telly Awards | 2020

The Telly Awards

• Social Video: Travel & Tourism - Silver Telly Winner - "Discover McKinney"
• Social Video: General Public Service & Activism - Bronze Telly Winner - "Community Healthcare Program"

#1 Best Place to Live in America by Money Magazine | 2014

In 2014, Money Magazine ranked McKinney #1 in its “Best Places to Live in America” list.

McKinney earned this distinction based on housing affordability, education, arts and culture, safety, health care, diversity and the economy, including the fiscal stre...

Development Navigation Assistant

Create an account, answer questions about your project and receive a custom step-by-step guide to permitting your project.

Citizen Self-Service Portal (CSS)

Create an account, apply for permits, make payments, request inspections, create new development cases and view real-time data.

Request an Org Chart

Enter your email address and we'll send you the Development Services Org Chart.

EMRP COMMENT CARD / TARJETA DE COMENTARIOS

McKinney requires hot work permits as the county burn ban goes into effect

Collin County is now under a 90-day burn ban

 McKINNEY, Texas (July 13, 2022) – The McKinney Fire Department (MFD) is endorsing Collin County’s outdoor burn ban within the incorporated limits of the City of McKinney. As a result, MFD requires hot ...

County Burn Ban in Effect

Collin County is now under a 90-day burn ban

 McKINNEY, Texas (July 13, 2022) – The McKinney Fire Department (MFD) is endorsing Collin County’s outdoor burn ban within the incorporated limits of the City of McKinney. As a result, MFD requires hot ...

Know what to do: Emergency Lights

Flag Retirement Program

Quick & Easy Ground Access

Close proximity to major roads, corporate business parks, entertainment venues & more.

Room to Grow

Hangar and office pad sites are available along with business opportunities.

Exceptional Infrastructure

Our technology and facilities accommodate virtually all business and many commercial aircraft.

School On, Game On | August 21

Before School Begins, Come Play Some Games on Us!

We'll have multiplayer video games, retro games, board games, and more.  Invite your friends and bring your family for some friendly competition.

It's Fall Y'all | August 27

Celebrate the Season

Leaves are falling, apples are calling ... you to the library for an early Autumn adventure. We will have fall crafts and games for the whole family!

Trivia Night | August 17

Let's Get Quizzical! 

Test your knowledge against your friends and other trivia buffs. Players are encouraged to play in teams.

Let's Play Music | Mondays

Plant the Seeds of Music Appreciation

Develop your child’s love of music! We’ll explore rhythms, patterns, artists, and genres. We’ll even have our own jam session using real instruments!

FAFSA How To | August 23

College can be stressful but the yearly FAFSA process shouldn't be!

Filling out the yearly Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) can feel overwhelming. We’ll explain FAFSA and cover the application process. College students of all ages are welco...

MPAC Presents: Larry, Steve & Rudy: The Gatlin Brothers Sep 10

Larry Gatlin & the Gatlin Brothers have been dazzling audiences for more than 65 years.

MPAC Summer Concert Series Presents: Bob Schneider Aug 20

Austin, Texas-based singer-songwriter has become one of the most celebrated musicians in the live music capital.

Conducting Business Online

Municipal Court Search / Judicial Case Search - Ideal for defendant(s) and attorneys.

• Lookup any filed case by a person's full legal name, driver's license number, VIN number, or citation number.

Municipal Court Online Payment Portal

• Pay your Payment Plan fe...

Conducting Business by Email

Contact-Courts@McKinneyTexas.org

Email requests must include case or citation number, full name, date of birth, address including apartment or trailer number and telephone number.

FAQs

1. My citation wasn't in the Municipal Court Search-Jud...

Jury Service

Fall Adult Softball | Athletics

Register your team today!

Parks & Rec Activity Guides

Recover Well with iCryo

Come learn about Compression Therapy and vitamin shots! Three free events in August.

Fitness Party in the Park | Bonnie Wenk

New Policy - Mandatory Teen Fitness Orientations

Beginning Aug. 3.

Ambulance Relocation (updated 07-13-2022)

Background

The city relocated the ambulance stationed at Fire Station 9, which serves the northern area of McKinney above U.S. 380, to Fire Station 3, which is located west of U.S. 75 on Eldorado Parkway. Some residents have asked whether those near Fire S...

Concrete Batch Plants

Q&A Regarding Recent Concrete-related Operations in McKinney

December 2021

1. What is happening with batch plant operations on State Highway 5? 

Cowtown Readymix and Martin Marietta should have ceased operations in 2021 per the amortization ruli...

Municipal Community Complex

TUPPS Brewery Project