The City of McKinney to host a celebration on June 17

McKinney, Texas - In a monumental step forward for community growth, Habitat for Humanity of Collin County has joined forces with the City of McKinney and the McKinney Community Development Corporation (MCDC) to kick off construction for their 100th Habitat house in McKinney. The groundbreaking ceremony is scheduled for June 17, 11 a.m., at 913 Hamilton St.

McKinney's respected Mayor, George Fuller, is set to kick off the event with an inaugural speech, during which he will present a proclamation to commemorate this commendable accomplishment. The Mayor will personally extend a warm welcome to the McFarland-Gayle family, who are set to become valued additions to the McKinney community.

City Council members Patrick Cloutier and Charlie Phillips, staunch advocates of this landmark project, will be present at the ceremony. Notably, the audience can look forward to enlightening comments from MCDC Board Chair Angela Richardson-Woods on the crucial part affordable housing has in fostering an all-inclusive community in McKinney.

Richardson-Woods has highlighted MCDC's strategic focus on backing housing initiatives that provide affordable options for low-income residents of McKinney.

“One of MCDC’s strategic priorities is to support housing options and projects that include low-income, affordable options for residents in McKinney. MCDC has a long-standing partnership with Habitat for Humanity of Collin County and has invested more than $4 million in Habitat’s housing projects, individual homes, and neighborhood revitalization projects.” -- Angela Richardson-Woods, Board Chair, McKinney Community Development Corporation said, according to a press release.

Significantly, the 100th Habitat house is destined to be home to Marion McFarland, a Navy veteran of eight years, who has faced housing instability for a considerable length of time. This historic event in McKinney's timeline signifies an end to her struggle, allowing her to finally make McKinney her home.

The launch of this project not only marks a personal victory for McFarland but also underscores the tireless endeavors of these community organizations in their mission to provide accessible and affordable housing solutions.

“We have been displaced and struggling to stay together for many years now. Having something to call our own is going to feel great. My kids have been waiting since childhood for a house of their own. Never give up. Sometimes you may get discouraged, but don’t let it get you down.” – Marion McFarland said.

Click here to learn more about the 100th Home in McKinney for retired veteran Marion McFarland and the 30-year McKinney Community Build mission.

Credit: Dallas Metro News, City of McKinney, Habitat for Humanity