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In McKinney, it’s easy to rest on the many national accolades we have earned, like being ranked as the No. 2 Best Place to Live in America and one of the 100 Best Communities for Young People. But as we celebrate our achievements, we continue to seek what’s ahead, striving for greatness every step of the way. As a City Council, we adopted a strategic plan with long-term goals and major priorities for 2013. CITY COUNCIL 2013 GOALS ■ ■
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Strong, balanced economy Fiscally sound city government providing excellent services Vibrant historic district: authentic downtown and neighborhoods Improved mobility within, to and from McKinney Sustainable, unique neighborhoods
a letter from the mayor Sound fiscal policy is the key to our balanced economy. The City Council and staff have worked diligently to keep expenditures down, and Council is committed to fiscal responsibility through no tax increases. McKinney received an S & P bond rating of AAA this year, which is the highest bond rating available for a municipality. Only 20 cities in Texas have earned this rating, and this will result in significant savings in interest payments over the next 10 years on bonded indebtedness. A major part of economic development includes bringing job growth to our community. Earlier this year, Raytheon Company announced the headquarters opera-
tion of its Space and Airborne Systems (SAS) business will join existing SAS business operations in McKinney. We appreciate Raytheon's commitment to our city as the largest employer and are excited at the opportunity for its new corporate expansion in McKinney. Economic development projects under construction or in process include Emerson Process Management headquarters, expansion of Encore Wire and construction of the first phase of TRAXXAS in Craig Ranch. While economic development is one of our primary areas of concern, the City Council is mindful of the quality of life issues that
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bring so many residents to the city of McKinney. Several new parks have opened this year, including the Wilson Creek Hike and Bike Trail extension and the skate park and two ballfields at Gabe Nesbitt Community Park. The dog park at Bonnie Wenk Park opened earlier this year, and we are celebrating the grand opening of Phase I of that park in July. McKinney continues to be looked upon as one of the top cities in the country. I believe that our community spirit sets us apart from the average small city. As you can see while we have enjoyed the successes of 2012, we have hit the ground running in 2013. For additional information regarding these and other projects currently underway visit us at www.mckinneytexas.org. Sincerely, Mayor Brian Loughmiller
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Collin County is 886 square miles, according to the county website. An area that large brings into perspective how far the county spans. The county contains 31 cities, 30 of which are incorporated, such as McKinney, Allen, Celina, Frisco, Garland, Murphy, Plano and Wylie. McKinney has been the county seat since 1848. According to the city’s website, the Texas legislature decreed that a county seat had to be within three miles of the center of the county so a rider could get from the edge of the county to the county seat and back in one day. It is home to the county courthouse, sheriff’s office and commissioners court. Residents may not know much about the county’s ruling bodies. Officials that head the county can be categorized into one of two groups: elected or appointed officials. Here’s a guide that explains more about the two groups: ELECTED OFFICIALS
Individuals who “face” voters and run for election by popular vote. Terms vary by position. COLLIN COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT
The county’s governing body, comprised of a county judge, who is elected at-large, and four commissioners elected from equal precincts based on population. Responsibilities include heading the county’s public works department, which helps maintain and build county roads, as well as heading health care services, vaccination programs, the Women, Infant and Children program and epidemiological services.
assessor and collector oversees property tax payments and handles all motor vehicle fees (registration, renewals stickers and license plates). COUNTY CLERK
Records county court proceedings through the Collin County Court at Law Clerk’s office. Also maintains legal records including marriage licenses, birth and death certificates, land records, power of attorney filings, bonds, plats, marks and cattle brands, assumed names and beer and wine sales permit applications. DISTRICT CLERK
Main responsibility is to oversee judicial records of the county’s eight district courts. Other responsibilities include accounting and disbursement of all child support payments ordered by the district courts and managing one of the county’s passport offices and Jury Information Services. DISTRICT AT T O R N E Y
Represents the county in prosecuting misdemeanor and felony crimes, and acts as legal counsel for county government. The district attorney’s office also runs a pre-indictment plea program and a drug-testing lab program. DA investigators, as part of a white-collar investigative special unit, oversee cases of the hot-check division and of mortgage fraud. SHERIFF
The chief law enforcement officer for the county who is responsible for running the jail, patrolling unincorporated areas and investigating crimes committed in those areas. APPOINTED OFFICIALS
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MEDICAL EXAMINER
The Collin County Medical Examiner’s office investigates more than 1,600 deaths and performs more than 200 autopsies a year to determine the cause and manner of death in certain cases, such as suicides and suspected homicides, according to county figures. Evidence collected is frequently used in investigations involving criminal persecutions.
QUICK LOOK Elected officials: Individuals who run for election and have to “face” voters. Appointed officials: Individuals not necessarily elected by voters, and are usually employed by an arm of the county government to fill a vacancy for a specific needed skill or expertise.
HOMELAND SECURITY
Directs and coordinates responses to disasters and emergencies, and helps assess any threat of terrorism within the county, including bioterrorism. FIRE MARSHALL
Serves as advisor, inspector and educator on preventing fires in homes and businesses inside the county; also investigates illegal dump sites and addresses nuisance abatement issues.
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The city of McKinney has so much to offer. This can present a challenge when only given one day to see what makes the city so attractive to its 141,000 residents. However, for those looking to take a walking tour of the heart of the city, look no further than the historic downtown McKinney Square. The city, named after county founder Collin McKinney, was established as the county seat in 1848. In 1875, the anchor of the square was built – the Historic McKinney Courthouse. When it was constructed, it was considered the tallest building in the state north of San Antonio, according to the city’s website. In 1927 it was remodeled, adding a basement and third floor that more than doubled its floor space, and in 2006 it went through a vigorous restoration project to preserve the beauty of the building. Now, it houses the McKinney Performing Arts Center and gives residents a unique, historic spin on concerts, weddings, plays and more. During the early summer months, the courthouse acts as a common area during the city’s “High Noon on the Courthouse Lawn” from noon to 1 p.m. every Friday during April and May. The hour’s activities range from live music to how-to’s and everything in between. Surrounding the courthouse are quaint little
shops and eateries nestled inside historic buildings that were once home to pharmacies, sundries, banks, general stores and the like. From furniture to paper made from elephant dung, the square has something for everyone. The antique shops offer a glimpse into the past and a glimpse at historic architecture at the same time. Even if visitors are window shopping, the stores provide a chance to daydream about how life was in the region. Old farm equipment, kitchen appliances and everyday items from the 1800s are proudly on display in the very buildings that housed the stores that sold them in new, pristine condition. Brand new stores also line the once-dirt streets of the square, offering shining new baubles to adorn any space in the home. Gray Living mixes inspiration from days gone by with glittering new objects. From swanky fabrics begging to be touched to seductive scented candles waiting for a match, the store adds a unique spin to the world of design. Fair and Square Imports shakes things up a bit with its fair trade, handmade goods from more than 30 different developing countries. Mr. Ellie Pooh products - made using elephant dung - serve as stationary items, making the perfect conversation piece in a gift
set. The store also offers jewelry, home décor, toys and gifts, instruments, personal care and accessories. If shopping isn’t high on the list, foodies can rejoice in the eclectic mix of eateries located downtown. Healthy, local grub at Patina Green and sumptuous southern-style cooking from Rick’s Chophouse offer exciting flavor combinations for even the most well-developed palate. Those looking to grab a burger and a beer have a couple of choices on the square, though locals can always be spotted hanging around Square Burger, which offers a new spin on a traditional backyard burger with its 10 different burgers and 30 different beers on tap. The Pub also boasts an extensive beer selection – more than 100 beers, including seasonal rotators - and an upscale bar food menu that includes items like the Guinnesscheddar burger and the grilled halibut. Grab a chair at the Landon Winery and sip some award-winning wine as the sun sets on a day in downtown. The winery offers live music, a rotating selection and a tasting room that’s open seven days a week. The patio is full during the evenings year round and offers a great view of the courthouse, antique shops and restaurants that make the square the heart of the city.
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LOCAL ANTIQUE SHOPS SHOW OFF COLLECTIONS In the heart of historic downtown McKinney sits more than a dozen antique shops, offering a wide variety of glassware, dishes, furniture, primitives, jewelry, linens and more. The largest shop on the square is the Antique Company Mall, which boasts more than 115 dealers in 15,000 square feet, making it the biggest antique store in McKinney. “There’s such a huge variety of things we sell, everything from furniture to jewelry all the way down to musical instruments,” said partner Karen Ferrell. “If you’re looking for it, we probably have it.” It’s also the oldest: the mall was built more than 20 years ago and changed hands in management in January. Since then, the new partners have made several spatial changes to the store, including updating the store front and dealer spaces. “We’re diligently striving to improve the store and make it more inviting and friendly,” Ferrell said. Dealers and antiques can be found on the Antique Company Mall blog, http://antique-
companymall.blogspot.com. Just down the street is MorningStar Treasures, an antique shop in an antique building. Built in 1888, the four-story brick building used to be a hardware store. “It is such a beautifully restored building,” said owner Debbie Wright. “It looks the same as it did back in the ‘30s.” The store, founded in 2004, features more than 50 dealers and aims to offer customers “quality merchandise and friendly customer service,” Wright said. One of the newer downtown shops is Heirlooms, created in 2008 by owner Vickey McCrary. According to McCrary, what makes the store special is its diverse array of styles. “We have a bigger variety than almost any of the other antique malls: English, French, American, retro, vintage,” she said. With just ten dealers operating out of the shop, Heirlooms’ collection is easily accessible to viewers, McCrary said. “When people come in the front door, they can see all the way to the back of our shop,” she said. “It’s a straight line in, straight line out.”
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She said Heirlooms’ most popular items are CeCe Caldwell paints, a line of paints often used by crafty shoppers to touch up antiques. “Paint goes out here right and left,” McCrary said. However, there are plenty more antique shops and boutiques to be found on the square, from Chase Hall, which specializes in European antiques, to My Favorite Room, which specializes in vintage bedding and accessories. A listing of these can be found on the city’s website at mckinney texas.org.
Antique House 212 East Louisiana 972-562-0642 Barrons Estate Jewelers 115 East Virginia 972-985-9560 barronsestate jewelers.com
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SNUG ON THE SQUARE 109 North Kentucky 972-548-7684 Snugonthesquare.com
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ARTS IN BLOOM SAT.,APRIL 12, 2014 10 A.M. - 6 P.M. Historic Downtown McKinney
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SCARE ON THE SQUARE 2013
7-10 p.m. every second Saturday of the month Historic Downtown McKinney The community and beyond enjoy an evening of art, music, food and spirits every second Saturday in Downtown McKinney. Guests can explore local art galleries, listen to local and regional talent and taste unique creations in some of the area’s best eateries. Many establishments in Downtown McKinney will keep their doors open from 7-10 p.m.
4-6 p.m.Thursday, Oct. 31 Historic Downtown McKinney McKinney’s annual Scare on the Square has grown to hundreds of trick-or-treaters taking part in hayrides, treats and a safe, secure, family-fun Halloween event. Historic Downtown is closed off for trick-ortreaters to cross the street safely and go shop-to-shop for goodies.
DICKENS OF A CHRISTMAS – HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS
MCKINNEY OKTOBERFEST 2013
SCARE ON THE SQUARE 2013 THURS., OCT. 31 4-6 P.M. Historic Downtown McKinney
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4-11 p.m. Friday, Sept. 27 10 a.m.-11 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 28 Historic Downtown McKinney McKinney meets Bavaria as McKinney Oktoberfest 2013 comes to life again downtown. This year’s event starts Friday, September 27, and runs through Saturday, September 28. McKinney Main Street, supporting sponsors and the downtown shops host non-stop activities, all to celebrate the popular tradition that began in Munich, Germany, more than two centuries ago.
10 a.m.-8p.m. Friday, Nov. 29; 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 30 Historic Downtown McKinney Downtown McKinney’s 33rd annual Dickens of a Christmas – Home for the Holidays. A new spin on an old favorite with horse-drawn carriages, traveling carolers, visits with Santa Claus, a Christmas tree lighting ceremony and activities for all ages. Plus a chance to finish all that holiday shopping in one place with more than 100 boutiques, art galleries, bookstores, apparel, gifts and antiques.
FRI., SEPT. 27, 4 - 11 P.M. & SAT., SEPT. 28, 10 A.M. - 11 P.M. Historic Downtown McKinney
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MCKINNEY OKTOBERFEST
12TH ANNUAL KREWE OF BARKUS 12:30-4 p.m. Sunday, Mar. 2, 2014 (annually the Sunday before Mardi Gras) Mitchell Park in Historic Downtown McKinney Dress your four-legged friend as your favorite animated character and head to Historic Downtown McKinney for an afternoon of Mardi Gras fun. The event is patterned after the Mystic Krewe of Barkus in New Orleans, which was established to help abused and abandoned canines. Historic Downtown McKinney calls in all dogs and dog lovers for a dog parade, costume contest, canine training, exercise demonstrations and more.
ARTS IN BLOOM 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturday, April 12, 2014 Historic Downtown McKinney Local artists come out to play downtown, on storefronts, streets and sidewalks. Guests experience art in all forms as creative fortes blossom throughout the city’s historic district. The all-day event is a perfect opportunity to experience the magic of McKinney’s downtown shopping during the spring season with art, music, food and more.
BIKE THE BRICKS 2014 4-11 p.m. Friday, May 23, 2014 Historic Downtown McKinney McKinney Main Street will host its fourth annual Bike the Bricks closed-course crit bike race in Historic Downtown McKinney. The focus is to deliver an interactive event that draws increased exposure not only to health and
wellness but highlights he city’s one-of-a-kind Historic Downtown. The event will include interval races along with activities, live entertainment, food and drink. The climax of the event will draw racers from across the state and beyond as these cyclists
square off and chase a $20,000 purse.
RED,WHITE AND BOOM! All day July 4, annually Historic Downtown McKinney
Red, White and BOOM! kicks off every July 4 with a downtown parade, followed by a family festival and car show. In the evening, festivities resume at Craig Ranch with live music, food, kids’ activities and fireworks.
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SCHOOLS D R . J . D . K E N N E D Y, MCKINNEY ISD SUPERINTENDENT
FROM THE SUPERINTENDENT’S OFFICE
“The 82nd legislative session cut our funding by more than $15 million over the biennium, and the most recent legislature only restored 27.5 percent of those cuts – which leaves us with about $11 million less revenue than what we had previously. So, either we maintain our current programs, or we are going to have to reduce how we deliver services to our students. We’ve got to make up the difference, and that’s why we adopted a budget that is going to require us to go to the voters for a tax increase.”
Kennedy began his role as McKinney ISD Superintendent of Schools in January 2010. Currently in his 38th year as an educator, Kennedy serves with the board trustees at every board meeting.
MISD EFFECT
Before coming to McKinney, he was superintendent for Midlothian ISD for seven years. During his tenure there, many of the schools in the district earned “Recognized” or “Exemplary” status. Kennedy initiated the Midlothian Education Foundation, which awards funds to district staff for innovative teaching grants.
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He has also served as superintendent for Decatur ISD and assistant superintendent for WacoMidway ISD. Kennedy acted as head of individual schools before entering the top district position. He was a principal and assistant principal in Allen ISD, a teacher and counselor in Richardson ISD and a teacher and coordinator in North East ISD in San Antonio. He received his Doctorate in Education Administration from Texas A&M University-Commerce, a college McKinney ISD partnered with last year to open the Harold Murphy Counseling Center in McKinney. Kennedy earned a Master of Arts in Counseling from the University of Texas at San Antonio and a Bachelor of Arts in Social Science and Secondary Education from Baylor University. He and his wife, Pam, have two sons, who are also Baylor University alumni, and two granddaughters.
MARIA MCKINZIE, PLACE 1 – S E C R E TA R Y McKinzie was born and raised in McKinney, graduating from McKinney High School in 1977. She is a supply chain specialist for the Raytheon Company in McKinney, where she’s worked for more than 21 years. McKinzie and her husband, Johnny, have been married for 24 years. She raised a son who graduated from McKinney North High School as well as a niece and nephew, who both also graduated from McKinney ISD schools. McKinzie’s term expires this year.
BOBBY AMICK, PLACE 2
“There were several districts that received almost a full restoration of funding. McKinney was not one of those districts, which is unfortunate. We only got back about $4 million of the $15 million that we lost.”
“We are excited that all of the campus security vestibules will be finished by the start of the school year, and that we will also have a fully-remodeled Faubion Middle School ready for opening at the beginning of the school year. We have made significant progress at McKinney High School, and it should be ready by January. It’s exciting to see these projects coming to an end.” Collin County Bar Associations, and as an associate in the newly formed Curt B. Henderson Inn of Court, Amick combines his vocation and avocation – assisting area junior-high school students in Collin County’s annual mock trial competition.
specialist at McKinney High School.
“I think I bring a different approach and background to the board,” Amick said of his legal experience when appointed.
Livezey and her husband, Mike, have been married for 33 years and have two daughters, Katie and Kara.
He is an active member at Crosspoint Church, and serves as a mentor through the school district’s affiliation with 3e McKinney, a local nonprofit.
Livezey’s term expires this year.
Amick earned a Bachelor of Science in industrial engineering from Northwestern University, then spent two deployments to the Middle and Far East as an officer in the U.S. Navy. Following his military service, he later attended law school at Baylor University, where he received his Juris Doctor, magna cum laude. He and his wife Mindy have three children, all of whom attend McKinney schools. Mindy serves as a campus secretary at a Title I elementary school in McKinney. Amick was appointed to serve the remainder of Rude’s term, which would have ended this year had the city and school district not shifted their election cycle dates. Amick’s term thus expires this year.
K AT H I L I V E Z E Y, PLACE 3 – VICE PRESIDENT Livezey was elected to the board in 2010. Though she’s now retired, Livezey spent much of her youth and professional career in McKinney ISD.
The McKinney ISD trustees appointed Amick to the board in July 2011 to replace former Place 2 trustee Mark Rude, who had resigned June 20.
She graduated from McKinney High School and received a Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education from Southern Methodist University. Livezey earned a Master of Library and Information Science from Texas Woman’s University.
Amick, a 14-year McKinney resident, is an attorney with local law firm Francis Orr & Totusek, LLP, a practice that focuses on commercial disputes and transactions. As a member of the Dallas and
Livezey taught fourth and fifth grade at J.W. Webb Elementary School in McKinney for seven years. She spent more than 23 years as the library media
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She served on the McKinney Ex-Students Association board from 2003-2009 and is a member of First Christian Church in McKinney.
AMY DANKEL, PLACE 4 Dankel is the second-newest addition to the board, elected in May 2011 when voters chose her over incumbent Dick Stevens for the Place 4 seat. “I’m excited to have been elected and honored to be able to serve the students of McKinney ISD in this capacity,” she said when elected. “I’m looking forward to working with our board members and superintendent to ensure our school district continues in excellence.” Dankel and her husband, Roger, moved to McKinney in 1997. Dankel spent 10 years teaching at Finch Elementary and Eddins Elementary in McKinney and has been an educator for 23 years. Her son, Nick, graduated from McKinney North High School in 2008, and her daughter, Stephanie, graduated from McKinney Boyd High School in 2010. Dankel said she ran for a position on the school board because she felt it was the best way to give back to a school district and community that’s given so much to her and her family. She wishes to help the board “explore options for meeting the needs of students who are dropping out of school” and keep excellence in classroom instruction as a top priority. Dankel earned a Bachelor of Science in education from Millsaps College before obtaining a Master of Education, with an emphasis in curriculum and instruction, from Virginia Tech University. Her term expires in 2015.
LY N N S P E R R Y, PLACE 5 Sperry is a constant in McKinney ISD education, serving as a board trustee for more than 27 years. She was re-elected to the board two years ago after running unopposed. Her fellow trustees again elected her as board president for this past school year. Sperry is a graduate of the Texas Association of School Boards (TASB) Leadership program, designated Master Trustee for the class of 2000. She previously served 12 years as a director for TASB. She received a bachelor’s degree in music education from The Ohio State University and taught vocal and instrumental music for grades 18 for several years. Her community involvement includes roles as the founding and current board member emeritus for the McKinney Education Foundation, board member for the Crape Myrtle Trails of McKinney, and McKinney ISD liaison to the advisory board for Serenity High, an alternative campus for students with past substance abuse issues. She and her husband, Neil, own Neil Sperry’s GARDENS Magazine, and her three children all attended McKinney ISD schools. Sperry said that the board’s biggest challenges for the next few years will be dealing with a reduced budget and a quickly increasing student population. Her term expires in 2015.
WADE JOHNSON, PLACE 6 – AT L A R G E Johnson is a former board president whose family has grown up with a McKinney ISD education. All five of his children have graduated from or are attending McKinney schools. Johnson has worked for Allstate Insurance for more than 21 years and now owns an Allstate agency. He is former chairman of the McKinney Chamber of Commerce board and the McKinney Convention and Visitors Bureau board. Johnson played football at Southern Methodist University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Sociology. His interest in mentoring students served as his motivation to get in-
volved with the school board. He and several other men also founded the organization, Christian Men of Vision and Principle, to provide positive male role models for children who need them. Johnson said that the board continues to make hiring and retaining quality teachers a top priority each year. He consistently pushes board trustees to figure out ways to provide quality education for students from all different backgrounds, realizing the board’s ability to make that happen. “The McKinney community has high expectations for their children,” he said. “And with that comes high expectations for their education and learning environment. We see this as a positive and work hard to provide the high standard of education that the board, district and community at large expect for all students.” Johnson’s term expires in 2015.
CURTIS RIPPEE, PLACE 7 A T- L A R G E PRESIDENT Rippee came to McKinney later than his fellow board trustees, but he’s already made a mark with his involvement. They elected him as vice president for this year, just eight years after he moved to the city. With more than 21 years of financial management experience, Rippee is the Managing Partner and chief financial officer (CFO) of ACIS, Inc., a commercial HVAC and plumbing service company. Before joining ACIS earlier this year, he was the founder and principal of StratiFi Partners, LLC, a consulting services firm. Before starting the firm, he served as the CFO for several small- to mid-sized private companies, and as chief accounting officer and vice president of finance and administration for a publicly traded company. But his professional career began at PriceWaterhouseCoopers, an accounting firm, after he obtained a Bachelor of Science in Accountancy from the University of Missouri and earned his Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license. “I believe my background and experience as a financial professional and business owner, as well as my perspective as a parent of elementary and middle school children, give me the tools
needed to represent the citizens of McKinney on the MISD Board of Trustees,” he said.
mends the education that his children and others receive in McKinney schools.
Rippee serves on the McKinney Education Foundation board and on the finance committee for First Baptist Church of McKinney, where he and his wife, Deeann, are members. He and Deeann have three daughters, Emma Grace, Abigail and Ellie, who attend Faubion Middle School and Walker Elementary School in McKinney.
“McKinney ISD is well-known for its excellence and innovation,” he said. “My family came to McKinney specifically because of its heritage and reputation as a community and its outstanding school system.”
Though he’s only lived in the city for about 11 years, Rippee com-
His term expires this year.
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McKinney Performing Arts Center eyes another big year The 1876 historic Collin County Courthouse is still bubbling with energy in downtown McKinney. Yet now, instead of heated debates and trials, the building echoes with music and laughter in its new purpose as the McKinney Performing Arts Center (MPAC). “We provide an important service for our community,” said Amy Rosenthal of MPAC marketing and development. “The arts help us look at the world a little differently, [they] enrich life. We think the arts are very important in McKinney.” Although MPAC is primarily a rental facility, it has also hosted live performances by icons in the music industry, such as Pentatonix, the Indigo Girls, and Lindsey Buckingham from Fleetwood Mac. This fall, the center will host Restless Heart. “We just put the tickets on sale, and we’re already seeing interest,” Rosenthal said. MPAC also plans to bring back two of its signature events this fall, Comedy at the Courthouse and High Noon at the Courthouse. The former, to be offered in October, features local and regional comedians and is advertised on the center website as “the ultimate ‘happy
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hour’ with stand-up comedy.” The latter, offered in September and October, provides entertainment and activities for downtown guests, including ping pong, hula hoops, performers and a mechanical bull. Both events are free. “Those were both very successful in May,” Rosenthal said. “We try to get the community engaged and to provide some enrichment and some fun for our citizens of McKinney.” Moreover, the center’s many children’s summer camps cater to a variety of interests like music, visual arts, chess and magic. The largest of the youth organizations, according to Rosenthal, is Texas Youth Ballet, a training company for young dancers based out of MPAC. “Fostering a love of art helps kids think creatively, helps provide them with self-confidence, and helps create our patrons for the future, as well,” Rosenthal said. “If a child can have the opportunity to be a part of the performance, as they grow older, they’ll come back to see a show or maybe join in to be in a performance.” For a calendar of summer camps and events, visit the city’s website, mckinneytexas.org. The calendar is updated periodically throughout the year as events are confirmed.
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a letter from the chamber of commerce Welcome to McKinney! For close to 100 years, the McKinney Chamber of Commerce has been an advocate for the McKinney business community and serves as the unified business voice of McKinney. The chamber is proud to serve this great city and more than 1,225 businesses that are members of the McKinney chamber. McKinney continues to be recognized as one of the best places to live and has proven itself as an even better place to do business. The first half of 2013 has seen many exciting developments for McKinney including increased sales tax revenue, increased housing starts and a significant number of small business startups. Impressive development activity will continue to take shape throughout the remainder of the year. Significant resources are being invested in transportation, and the construction we are currently experiencing along U.S. Highway 75 will lead to significant mobility improvements in the years to come. Later this year, we will celebrate the grand opening of Emerson’s headquarters for its Regulator Controls division as a marquis project at the city’s Gateway development at U.S. 75 and Sam Rayburn Tollway. Emerson has been a part of the McKinney community for more than 50 years and is a strong supporter of charitable initiatives, including education, community welfare and the arts. The headquarters
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relocation was made possible through a partnership between the city of McKinney and Emerson and will house around 130 employees. We will also celebrate the expansion of Raytheon this year with the relocation of their headquarters of the Space and Airborne Systems (SAS) from El Segundo, Calif., to McKinney. Raytheon is McKinney’s largest private-sector employer and has been a part of the community for many years. Many other businesses are expanding or relocating to McKinney, including: Encore Wire, a pillar of the McKinney business community, recently put its new aluminum plant into operation and purchased more than 200 acres adjacent to its campus to ensure adequate land availability for future expansions. ■
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Loughmiller is managing partner at Loughmiller Higgins P.C., a McKinney law firm that specializes in family law. He is also president of the Collin County Bar Association and a fellow with the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers. His work in the community began well before he served on the city council. Loughmiller and his wife, Donna, moved to McKinney with their three children in 1989. Before his 2002 election to the council, he served on the McKinney Board of Adjustments and served on the McKinney Independent School District Community Redistricting Committee.
RANDY POGUE, A T- L A R G E Pogue, the newest council member, was elected in May to serve as one of two at-large representatives. He replaced former council member David Brooks, who chose not to seek re-election. He also serves on the McKinney Chamber of Commerce Business Development Committee and previously served on the McKinney Planning and Zoning Commission.
Pogue is president and owner of Pogue Engineering & Development Company, Inc., based in McKinney since 1999. He received his bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from Texas A&M University in 1992 and is a Licensed Professional Engineer in Texas and Oklahoma. Pogue is on the McKinney Education Foundation Board of Trustees, the McKinney A&M Club Board and the Strategic Planning Committee and Board of Trustees for McKinney Christian Academy. A Dallas native, Pogue has been a McKinney resident since 1996. He and his wife, Emily, have three children. Pogue’s term expires in 2017.
D O N D A Y, DISTRICT 1 Day, first elected in May 2009 to represent District 1 on the council, owns DFA, LTD, a real estate investment and holding company. Running unopposed, he was re-elected in May to serve District 1 four more years. A builder for more than 45 years, Day maintains a special interest in preserving Historic Downtown McKinney. He assisted in the renovation of 22 commercial historic buildings and invested in several downtown businesses including Sauce on the Square, Rick’s Chophouse, Uptown and The Grand Hotel. Day has also served on eight city boards and commissions. He is the former chairman of the McKinney Planning and Zoning Commission. He received a bachelor’s degree in physics from the University of North Texas and has lived in McKinney for 14 years.
G E R A LY N KEVER, DISTRICT 2 Kever is in her second straight term as District 2 representative on the council. She was re-elected to the seat after winning the May 14, 2011 election. Kever began her public service in McKinney in public education. She was elected to the McKinney ISD Board of Trustees in 1997 and reelected in 2000 and 2003. She served as board president for six of her years as a trustee. Kever received a bachelor of science degree in electrical engineering from Texas A&M University and her M.A. degree in international management from the University of Texas at Dallas. Her education led to a career at Hewlett Packard, with a focus on telecommunications. Before her election to the city council, Kever served multiple terms on the McKinney Economic Development Corporation and McKinney Arts Commission boards. She represents the city on the Regional Transportation Council. Kever has lived in McKinney with her husband, Mark, since 1982. They have three children, Megan, Matt and Erin.
T R AV I S U S S E R Y, DISTRICT 3 – M AY O R PRO TEM Ussery was first elected in 2009 to represent District 3, the same district where he was born and raised. He ran unopposed in the May election, and was re-elected to serve another four years. A McKinney High School graduate, Ussery is a second-generation council member in McKinney. His late father, Leon, served as mayor pro tem and mayor in the 1960s. The Texas Christian University graduate owns the business, Travis Ussery CPA, located in District 3. Ussery has used his financial experience to serve the city for nearly 23 years. He’s spent time as chairman for the McKinney Planning and Zoning Commission and the McKinney Parks Board, and was a member of the McKinney Main Street Design Committee in 2004. Ussery has also served on the McKinney Chamber of Commerce Finance Committee.
R AY R I C C H I , DISTRICT 4 Ricchi is representing District 4 on the city council for a second straight term after re-election to the seat in the May 14, 2011 general elections. He is the executive vice president and general manager of The Ballfields at Craig Ranch in McKinney. Ricchi, the father of three children, has been a resident in the city since 1991. His business experience includes executive positions with Master Lock, AlliedSignal and Black & Decker. He formerly acted as chairman of the McKinney Economic Development Corporation board and the McKinney Chamber of Commerce, the latter for which he’s been an executive board member since 2005. Ricchi is also a member of the Public Relations, Intergovernmental and Legislative Committee, a partner with the chamber of commerce that monitors state and national legislative action. He earned a bachelor’s degree in business administration, with an emphasis in economics and finance, from the University of South Carolina.
ROGER HARRIS, A T- L A R G E Harris became a council member when he won the June 18, 2011 runoff election and secured the other atlarge seat. Harris has owned and operated the linen company, Metro Linen, since 1987. His public service began in 1992, when he started serving on the McKinney Airport Board (now the McKinney Airport Development Corporation board). He was on the board for six years, including two as board chairman. Harris has served on the McKinney Chamber of Commerce board and on the McKinney Economic Development Corporation board. He and his wife, Jan, have lived in McKinney for more than 20 years. They have three children: Allison, a news reporter for Channel 12 News in Sherman; Steven, a University of Oklahoma student; and John, a student at the University of Arkansas. STARLOCALNEWS.COM DISCOVER GUIDE MCKINNEY 2013
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