McKinney City Council is moving forward with its budget planning for the upcoming fiscal year, following a recent meeting where key dates and details were outlined. The council set a proposed tax rate of 0.412, slightly below the ceiling rate of 0.413 established earlier this week.

A public hearing on the tax rate and budget is scheduled for September 2, where residents will have the opportunity to provide input and the council will consider adopting the budget. Prior to this, another citizen input meeting will take place on August 19, allowing community members to review and discuss the budget proposals.

City officials emphasized the importance of public participation in the budget process, encouraging residents to engage and voice their opinions. The council is committed to transparency and responsiveness as they finalize the budget, with staff available to address any questions leading up to the adoption date.

As the city prepares for these critical discussions, the upcoming meetings will play a vital role in shaping McKinney's financial landscape for the coming year.