McKinney | March 2025

Election

BY SHELBIE HAMILTON

McKinney City Council At Large 1 seat

What is the No. 1 challenge facing the residents of McKinney? How do you plan to address this?

Why are you running for this oce?

I stand for a better city government, prioritizing quality growth and eective communication. My faith guides my decisions and relationships. With experience as a soldier, educator, DI athlete and artist, I bring discipline, discernment and a vision to serve selessly by fostering a unique collaboration eort for the community’s benet.

For young people and new families in McKinney, rising housing costs make homeownership increasingly dicult. Aordability is a major barrier. Discerning what we invest in can lead to creative opportunities to bring housing costs into aordability for the young & elderly alike. This issue must be solved for our future health.

Brian J. Magnuson Occupation & experience: educator, professional artist, military, small business owner, educator, Arts Commission Vice-Chair 469-525-5543

I am running for oce because McKinney is more than just a city to me. It is my home. Born and raised here, I deeply understand both the strengths that make McKinney exceptional and the areas that need attention. I understand what needs to be done to move towards creating…

Realistically, the challenge is to keep the balance. McKinney is growing rapidly, and with that growth comes both opportunity and responsibility. Over the next few years, we can expect continued population expansion, economic development and increasing demands on infrastructure, housing and public services. As our city evolves, we must ensure…

Derrick Tarver Occupation & experience: Learning and Development, Founder/ Executive Director of Collin County Chaos, volunteering for Hugs www. derricktarver4mckinneyatlarge.com

I’m running for City Council to ensure McKinney grows responsibly while protecting our community values. With 38 years in healthcare leadership, I’ve managed budgets, operations, and workforce development. I know how to make tough decisions, drive strategic growth and support businesses. I’m ready to lead and ght for McKinney’s future.

The No. 1 challenge facing McKinney is managing rapid growth while ensuring public safety and maintaining quality of life. I’ll focus on workforce development, improving infrastructure and supporting a business-friendly environment. We must support public safety with the resources and competitive pay needed to keep our families safe.

Ernest Lynch Occupation & experience: retired CEO of Medical City McKinney, Healthcare Administration overseeing operations, budgets, and workforce management www.lynchformckinney.com

Currently, I work with a diverse range of population. My experiences have allowed me to listen closely to people’s concerns and challenges. I am passionate about using my expertise to do even more for everyday citizens, helping to make McKinney a place that residents are truly proud to call home.

The biggest challenge we are facing is the rapid growth of the city which strains infrastructure, housing and public services. I plan to focus on improving the infrastructure, expanding aordable housing and public services to accommodate growth while maintaining [the] city’s quality of life.

Taha Ansari Occupation & experience:

psychiatrist at Baylor Scott & White and Dallas VA, psychiatrist at state funded CPAN program www.tahaformckinney.com

I have over 35 years of service to my community. I enjoy serving and participating in making McKinney a great place to live and work!

The McKinney master plan forecasts that when completely built out, the population of McKinney will be 400K. The biggest challenge will be keeping the infrastructure several steps ahead of the population growth. City leaders will need to continually make decisions that perfectly balance a pro-family and pro-business culture.

Jim Garrison Occupation & experience: owner, Logistix Media & Logistix Holdings, former councilman, Economic Development Board www.facebook.com/jimgarrison. texas

Candidates were asked to keep responses under 50 words, answer the questions provided and avoid attacking opponents. Answers may have been edited or cut to adhere to those guidelines, or for style and clarity. For more election coverage, go to www.communityimpact.com/voter-guide.

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