Recall process
How the McKinney recall process works
The Charter sets the sequence. The City-issued petition pages and City Secretary instructions control the active collection process.
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Affidavit filed
Five registered McKinney voters executed the notarized Affidavit of Intent on August 11. It was filed with the City Secretary on August 12, 2026.
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Official papers issued
Only numbered, dated petition papers signed and issued directly by the City Secretary can be used for signature collection.
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Signatures collected
Qualified McKinney voters sign official papers in person, with a trained circulator present, during the 45-day window.
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Petition verified
The completed petition is submitted to City Hall. The City Secretary examines it under the Charter and controlling election rules.
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Recall vote follows
If the petition qualifies and an officer does not resign within the Charter period, City Council orders a recall election according to state law.