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MidlandTX averageUS Census ACS
Median home value
$298,600 Typical home value $332,692 +1.9% yr/yr · +16.1% 5-yr
👤 Members & officials (56)
Members seen in recent official meeting records — names and roles as published.
Who’s on the City Council
- Jack Ladd
- Lori Blong
- Robin Poole
- John Norman
- Dufford
- Amy Stretcher Burkes
- Brian Stubbs
- John Burkholder
- Dan Corrales
- Burkholder DRAFT
- Duff
- Eric Davidson
- Stretcher Burkes
Who’s on the Planning and Zoning Commission
- Lucy Sisniega
- Adrian Carrasco
- Emily Holeva
- Zachary Deck
- Joshua Sparks
- Dianne Williams
- Abraham Bejil
- Brennan Berry
- Dara Richardson
- Steven Villela
- Sallie Vega
- Beverly Dillow
- Aaron Hunter
- Brandon Ofield
- Joshua Garza
- John Burkholder
- J. Brian Martin
- BreAnna LaFoy
- Abraham Bgjil
- Hunter MISCELLANEOUS
- Hunte
- Bejil MISCELLANEOUS
- Brian Martin
- Sparks MISCELLANEOUS
- Abraham Bajil
- Befjil
- Bejii
- Bradon Ofield
- Brandon Ofieid
- BreAnna Lefoy
- Dara Richardso
- Dianne Wiliams
- Huntel
- Hunteri
- Lua
- Lucy Sisneiga
- Ofi
- Sisnieg
- Vaga
Who’s on the TIRZ 2 Board
- Diana E. Geerts
- Elizabeth Triggs
- Lori Blong
- Sophie Smith
Municipal budget
Total revenue$354.4M (FY2023)
Total spending$317.8M (FY2023)
Taxes$168.5M (FY2023)
Debt outstanding$494.8M (FY2023)
Spending per resident$2,420 (FY2023)
🗳️ Election results (1 races)
Local election returns — winner marked ✓.
Mayor 2022-11-08
Lori Blong ✓ 16,017 · Jerry F. Morales 13,904 · Robert Allen Dickson 1,329
Upcoming
Tue Sep 8, 2026 · 10:00
City Council
Council Chamber, City Hall, Midland
Tue Sep 8, 2026 · 15:30
Planning and Zoning Commission
Council Chamber, City Hall, Midland
Tue Sep 15, 2026 · 10:00
City Council
Council Chamber, City Hall, Midland
Mon Sep 21, 2026 · 15:30
Planning and Zoning Commission
Council Chamber, City Hall, Midland
Tue Sep 22, 2026 · 10:00
City Council
Council Chamber, City Hall, Midland
Sat Sep 26, 2026 · 13:00
City Council
801 North Loop 250 West, Midland
Tue Sep 29, 2026 · 15:00
General
Mon Oct 5, 2026 · 15:30
Planning and Zoning Commission
Council Chamber, City Hall, Midland
Tue Oct 13, 2026 · 10:00
City Council
Council Chamber, City Hall, Midland
Sat Oct 17, 2026 · 10:00
City Council
200 West Wall Street, Midland
Mon Oct 19, 2026 · 15:30
Planning and Zoning Commission
Council Chamber, City Hall, Midland
Tue Oct 27, 2026 · 10:00
City Council
Council Chamber, City Hall, Midland
Mon Nov 2, 2026 · 15:30
Planning and Zoning Commission
Council Chamber, City Hall, Midland
Mon Nov 16, 2026 · 15:30
Planning and Zoning Commission
Council Chamber, City Hall, Midland
Tue Nov 17, 2026 · 10:00
City Council
Council Chamber, City Hall, Midland
Mon Dec 7, 2026 · 15:30
Planning and Zoning Commission
Council Chamber, City Hall, Midland
Tue Dec 15, 2026 · 10:00
City Council
Council Chamber, City Hall, Midland
Thu Dec 17, 2026 · 13:00
City Council
105 North Main Street, Midland
Mon Dec 21, 2026 · 15:30
Planning and Zoning Commission
Council Chamber, City Hall, Midland
Recent meetings
Sat Aug 29, 2026 · 14:15
City Council
2000 Beal Pkwy, Midland
Sat Aug 29, 2026 · 09:00
City Council
901 Veterans Airpark Ln., Midland
Thu Aug 27, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
Wall Street, Midland
Tue Aug 25, 2026 · 10:00
City Council
Council to award $11.4M runway rehab contract and vote on Atmos rate settlement
The Midland City Council will consider a consent agenda that includes a $11.43 million contract for the MAF Runway 16R/34L rehabilitation project, a $196,979.40 vehicle purchase, and an emergency pump station repair. The council will also hold second readings on several zoning and annexation ordinances, and vote on a negotiated rate settlement with Atmos Energy.
- Award $11,431,442.64 contract to Jones Bros. Dirt & Paving for MAF Runway 16R/34L rehabilitation, plus $2,286,288.36 in contingencies
- Approve $196,979.40 purchase of various vehicles for General Services
- Ratify $136,579.27 emergency repair at T-Bar Pump Station by Advanced Water Well Technologies
- Approve negotiated settlement with Atmos Energy regarding 2026 rate review filing
- Second reading to rezone tract near Solomon Lane and Acorn Lane from AE to SF-1
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Council Chamber, City Hall, Midland
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CITY OF MIDLAND, TEXAS
AGENDA FOR CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
August 25, 2026 - 10:00 AM
300 North Loraine
Midland, Texas
Council Chamber - City Hall FINAL AGENDA
A quorum of the City Council intends to be physically present at the aforementioned location.
The City Council may discuss, consider, and take action on any item listed on this agenda.
OPENING ITEMS
1.
Invocation - Father Bala Anthony Govindu, St. Stephen's Catholic Church
2.
Pledge of Allegiance
CONSENT AGENDA
3.
MOTION APPROVING THE FOLLOWING MINUTES:
3.a REGULAR SESSION OF AUGUST 11, 2026.
3.b REGULAR SESSION OF AUGUST 12, 2026.
4.
069-2026 - MOTION AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF AN ENGAGEMENT
LETTER WITH FORVIS MAZARS, LLP, FOR PROFESSIONAL AUDIT SERVICES
FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING SEPTEMBER 30, 2026 (DISTRICT: NONE)
(FINANCE) (PROVIDE SOUND GOVERNANCE & FISCAL MANAGEMENT)
5.
2026-110 - RESOLUTION AMENDING THE AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVES OF
THE CITY OF MIDLAND, TEXAS, REGARDING INVESTMENTS OF PUBLIC
FUNDS; ADDING PAULINA FUENTES, INTERIM TREASURY MANAGER, AS AN
AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE OF THE CITY OF MIDLAND ON THE TEXAS
LOCAL GOVERNMENT INVESTMENT POOL, TEXPOOL/TEXPOOL PRIME; AND
CHRISTY WEAKLAND, PAULINA FUENTES, AND GERRY ADKINS SHALL BE
AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVES OF THE CITY OF MIDLAND (DISTRICT:
NONE) (FINANCE) (PROVIDE SOUND GOVERNANCE & FISCAL
MANAGEMENT)
6.
2026-111 - RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE PURCHASE OF VARIOUS
VEHICLES FOR THE GENERAL S …
Mon Aug 17, 2026 · 12:30
City Council
105 North Main Street, Midland
Mon Aug 17, 2026 · 15:30
Planning and Zoning Commission
P&Z to vote on 14 plats, including Entrada Business Park expansion
The Midland Planning and Zoning Commission will consider approving multiple final and preliminary plats, including a reinstatement of the 152.788-acre Entrada Business Park Section 4 and a new 41.531-acre Section 6, both near South FM 1788 and West Interstate 20. Other items include final plats for residential subdivisions and preliminary plats for new sections, some with staff-recommended conditions. The consent agenda covers meeting minutes and several final plats, while public hearings are scheduled for the miscellaneous items.
- Reinstatement of Preliminary Plat for Entrada Business Park Addition, Section 4 (152.788 acres, near South FM 1788 and West Interstate 20)
- Final Plat for Entrada Business Park Addition, Section 6 (41.531 acres, same area)
- Final Plat for Plainsview Estates, Section 2 (replat of Lot 5, Block 1, east side of Todd Road)
- Preliminary Plat for Redneck Retreat, Section 9 (10.17 acres, north of East County Road 140)
- Preliminary Plat for Stonebridge Addition, Section 5 (90.43 acres, northwest corner of North Fairgrounds Road and Loop 250 North)
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Council Chamber, City Hall, Midland
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CITY OF MIDLAND, TEXAS
AGENDA FOR PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION
MEETING
August 17, 2026 - 3:30 PM
300 North Loraine
Midland, Texas
Council Chamber - City Hall
Notice is hereby given that a public meeting will be held by the Planning and Zoning
Commission of the City of Midland, in the Council Chamber, City Hall, 300 N. Loraine, Midland,
Texas, at or following the time specified, to consider the following:
OPENING ITEMS
1.
Pledge of Allegiance
PUBLIC COMMENT
Receive comments from members of the public who desire to address the Planning and Zoning
Commission regarding items on the present agenda for which public hearings will not be held.
(Please limit comments to three minutes or less.)
CONSENT AGENDA
2.
- Motion approving the August 3, 2026, P&Z meeting minutes. (DEVELOPMENT
SERVICES) ()
3.
- Motion approving a Final Plat of Plainsview Estates, Section 2, being a replat of Lot
5, Block 1, Plainsview Estates, City and County of Midland, Texas. (Generally located
on the east side of Todd Road, approximately 1,070 feet north of East County Road
77.) (DISTRICT: 2) (DEVELOPMENT SERVICES) (QUALITY OF LIFE AND
PLACE)
4.
- Motion approving a Final Plat of Meissner Addition, Section 2, being a 4.0594-acre
tract of land out of Section 36, Block 39, T-1-S, T&P RR. Co. Survey, in part, and a
0.5312-acre tract of land out of Section 25, Block 39, T-1-S, T&P RR. Co. Survey City
and County of Midland, Texas (Generally located on the northeast …
Thu Aug 13, 2026 · 10:30
Midland Spaceport Development Corporation
Midland Spaceport board to hear space activity update, fund status
The Midland Spaceport Development Corporation board will meet publicly to approve prior minutes, receive an update on space-related activities at Midland International Air & Space Port, and discuss submissions to the Space Exploration and Aeronautics Research Fund. No votes on substantive matters are listed beyond the minutes approval.
- Approve minutes of February 12, 2026 meeting
- Update on space activities at Midland International Air & Space Port
- Discussion of Space Exploration and Aeronautics Research Fund submissions
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300 N Loraine St, Midland
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MIDLAND SPACEPORT DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING
In accordance with Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, as amended, notice is hereby
given to the public that the Board of Directors of the Midland Spaceport Development
Corporation (“MSDC”) will hold a meeting open to the public in the Midland City Hall
basement Classroom B, 300 North Loraine, Midland, Texas at 10:30 a.m. on Thursday,
August 13, 2026. At such meeting, the Board of Directors may consider the following:
1. Call the meeting to order.
2. Motion approving the minutes of the February 12, 2026 meeting of the MSDC.
3. Receive an update from Midland Development Corporation on space-related
activities at the Midland International Air & Space Port and within the greater
Midland area.
4. Discuss the status of submissions to the Space Exploration and Aeronautics
Research Fund.
5. Motion to adjourn.
CITY OF MIDLAND
NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING
PURSUANT to Texas Government Code § 551.041, notice is hereby given
that a quorum of the City Council of the City of Midland, Texas, may assemble for
a meeting of the Board of Directors of the Midland Spaceport Development
Corporation to be held in the Midland City Hall Basement Classroom B, 300 N.
Loraine Street, Midland, Texas, at 10:30 on August 13", 2026.
Midland City Council business will not be discussed, except as may be
incidental to comments or questions relating to the items listed on the Midland
Development Corporation meeting agenda attached hereto …
Wed Aug 12, 2026 · 14:00
General
300 N Loraine, Midland
Wed Aug 12, 2026 · 14:00
Oil and Gas Advisory Committee
300 N Loraine, Midland
Wed Aug 12, 2026 · 14:00
Oil and Gas Advisory Committee
300 N Loraine, Midland
Wed Aug 12, 2026 · 14:00
Oil and Gas Advisory Committee
300 N Loraine
Wed Aug 12, 2026 · 14:00
Oil and Gas Advisory Committee
Oil & Gas Committee to review 13 permit applications
The Oil and Gas Advisory Committee will review minutes and discuss 13 proposed drill site applications from Permian Deep Rock Oil Co. and Petroplex Energy Inc. The meeting is open to the public and will also include discussion of new business.
- Review of meeting minutes
- Permian Deep Rock Oil Co. applications for 10 drill sites (Chaparral H110RB, H130RB, H155WA, H160LS, H160MS, H160UH, H160WB, H165UH, H165UR) in Section 15, Block 38, T-1-S, T&P RR Co. Survey
- Petroplex Energy Inc. applications for 3 drill sites (Winn A 1US, Winn B 2JM, Winn C 3DN) in Section 1, Block X, H.P. Hilliard Survey
- Discussion of new and/or other business
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300 N Loraine
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MIDL.AND
Be the Exergy!
OIL & GAS ADVISORY COMMITTEE AGENDA
AUGUST 12, 2026
Notice is hereby given that a public meeting will be held by the Oil and Gas Advisory
Committee of the City of Midland, in classroom A of the basement, City Hall, 300 N.
Loraine, Midland, Texas, at 2:00pm, to discuss the following:
. Review minutes
. Aproposed Permian Deep Rock Oil Co., LLC., application for the oil and gas drill site
of the Chaparral H110RB (1,254’ FNL and 1,800’ FWL) located in Section 15, Block
38, T-1-S, T&P RR Co. Survey, City and County of Midland, Texas.
. Aproposed Permian Deep Rock Oil Co., LLC., application for the oil and gas drill site
of the Chaparral H130RB (1,214’ FNL and 1,800’ FWL) located in Section 15, Block
38, T-1-S, T&P RR Co. Survey, City and County of Midland, Texas.
. Aproposed Permian Deep Rock Oil Co., LLC., application for the oil and gas drill site
of the Chaparral H155WA (1,396’ FNL and 2,050’ FWL) located in Section 15, Block
38, T-1-S, T&P RR Co. Survey, City and County of Midland, Texas.
. Aproposed Permian Deep Rock Oil Co., LLC., application for the oil and gas drill site
of the Chaparral H160LS (1,476’ FNL and 2,050’ FWL) located in Section 15, Block
38, T-1-S, T&P RR Co. Survey, City and County of Midland, Texas.
. Aproposed Permian Deep Rock Oil Co., LLC., application for the oil and gas drill site
of the Chaparral H160MS (1,496’ FNL and 2,050’ FWL) located in Section 15, Block
38, T-1-S, T&P RR Co. Survey, City and County of Midland, Tex …
Wed Aug 12, 2026 · 14:00
General
300 N Loraine, Midland
Wed Aug 12, 2026 · 09:00
City Council
Council to set proposed tax rate and public hearing date
The City Council will consider a resolution to record a vote on a proposed ad valorem tax rate for fiscal year 2026-2027 and establish a date for a public hearing on the proposed rate. The resolution also sets dates for a record vote on the tax rate and directs the city manager to post required notices.
- Resolution 2026-109 to record vote on proposed ad valorem tax rate for FY 2026-2027
- Establishment of a public hearing date on the proposed tax rate
- Setting dates for a record vote on the tax rate
- Authorization for city manager to post all appropriate notices
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✓ Decided: Council approves tax rate process for FY 2026-27
The City Council approved a resolution to consider an ad valorem tax rate for fiscal year 2026-2027, establishing a public hearing date and record vote dates. The vote was unanimous (7-0). The resolution also directs the City Manager to post all appropriate notices.
- Approved resolution 2026-109 to consider FY 2026-27 ad valorem tax rate and set public hearing date (7-0)
Council Chamber, City Hall, Midland
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CITY OF MIDLAND, TEXAS
AGENDA FOR CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
August 12, 2026 - 9:00 AM
300 North Loraine
Midland, Texas
Council Chamber - City Hall FINAL AGENDA
A quorum of the City Council intends to be physically present at the aforementioned location.
The City Council may discuss, consider, and take action on any item listed on this agenda.
MISCELLANEOUS
1. 2026-109 - RESOLUTION RECORDING A VOTE ON A PROPOSAL TO CONSIDER
AN AD VALOREM TAX RATE FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 2026-2027 AND TO
ESTABLISH A DATE TO HOLD A PUBLIC HEARING ON THE PROPOSED TAX
RATE; ESTABLISHING DATES WHEN THERE WILL BE A RECORD VOTE ON THE
TAX RATE; AND AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER TO POST
ALL APPROPRIATE NOTICES (DISTRICT: NONE) (FINANCE) (PROVIDE SOUND
GOVERNANCE & FISCAL MANAGEMENT)
Respectfully Submitted
________________________
Tommy Gonzalez
City Manager
MEETING ASSISTANCE INFORMATION: The Midland City Hall and Council Chamber are
wheelchair accessible. If you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, please
contact the City Secretary’s Office at (432) 685‐7430. Notification 48 hours prior to the meeting
will enable the City to make reasonable arrangements to ensure accessibility to this meeting.
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CITY OF MIDLAND, TEXAS
MINUTES FOR CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
August 12, 2026 - 9:00 AM
The City Council convened in regular session in the Council Chamber, City Hall, Midland,
Texas, at 9:00 AM, August 12, 2026.
Council Members present:
John Burkholder, Amy Stretcher Burkes, Robin Poole, Lori
Blong, Brian Stubbs, Jack Ladd, John Norman
Council Members absent:
Staff members present: City Manager Tommy Gonzalez, City Attorney Nicholas Toulet-
Crump, City Governance Officer/City Secretary Marcia Bentley-
German, Deputy City Manager Morris Williams Jr., Deputy City
Manager Jose Ortiz
MISCELLANEOUS
1.
2026-109 - RESOLUTION RECORDING A VOTE ON A PROPOSAL TO CONSIDER
AN AD VALOREM TAX RATE FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 2026-2027 AND TO
ESTABLISH A DATE TO HOLD A PUBLIC HEARING ON THE PROPOSED TAX
RATE; ESTABLISHING DATES WHEN THERE WILL BE A RECORD VOTE ON THE
TAX RATE; AND AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER TO POST
ALL APPROPRIATE NOTICES (DISTRICT: NONE) (FINANCE) (PROVIDE SOUND
GOVERNANCE & FISCAL MANAGEMENT)
City Manager Tommy Gonzalez introduced the items for discussion and reported a No New
Revenue Budget/Rate is recommended.
Budget Manager Alyssa Coppens provided Council with a presentation of the General Fund
Budget.
Chief Planning & Development Officer Elizabeth Triggs provided Council with Goal Team One
presentations for Airports and Development Services.
Managing Director of Public Safety Chuck Blumenauer and Police Chief Greg Snow provided
Council wi …
Tue Aug 11, 2026 · 10:00
City Council
Council to vote on $7.5M Sinclair Ave road project, 20 new oil/gas wells
The City Council will consider a consent agenda including a $7.5 million appropriation for Sinclair Avenue construction, permits for 20 oil and gas wells, and a $300,210 computer hardware purchase. Second readings and public hearings cover multiple zoning changes, including a manufactured home park and several accessory dwelling units.
- $7.5M from 2025 certificates of obligation for Sinclair Avenue from Kirkland Drive to County Road 1250
- Permits to drill 20 oil and gas wells near North Garfield Street and West Loop 250 North
- $300,210 purchase of Dell computer hardware from Texas Department of Information Resources
- Second reading to rezone 35.05 acres on North Fairgrounds Road for a manufactured home park
- Interlocal agreement with Midland County for road reconstruction on Gist and Francis avenues, city share up to $616,972.70
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✓ Decided: Council approves $7.5M Sinclair Ave construction, oil well permits, zoning changes
The Midland City Council approved a $7.5 million appropriation for the construction of Sinclair Avenue from Kirkland Drive to County Road 1250, funded by 2025 Certificates of Obligation. It also approved permits for 20 oil and gas wells within city limits (with one council member voting no), several road repair agreements, and multiple zoning changes including a manufactured home park and accessory dwelling units. All other consent agenda items and second readings were approved unanimously.
- Approved $7.5M Sinclair Avenue construction appropriation (7-0)
- Approved 20 oil/gas well permits for Permian Deep Rock Oil Co. (6-1, Norman no)
- Approved road repair agreements with Deep Blue Operating I LLC and Permian Deep Rock Oil Co. (7-0)
- Approved transfer of salt water disposal well permit from Endeavor to Deep Blue (7-0)
- Approved $300,210.51 Dell computer hardware purchase (7-0)
- Approved $616,972.70 interlocal road reconstruction agreement with Midland County (7-0)
- Approved manufactured home park specific use designation (7-0)
- Approved multiple accessory dwelling unit and setback exceptions (7-0)
Council Chamber, City Hall, Midland
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CITY OF MIDLAND, TEXAS
AGENDA FOR CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
August 11, 2026 - 10:00 AM
300 North Loraine
Midland, Texas
Council Chamber - City Hall FINAL AGENDA
A quorum of the City Council intends to be physically present at the aforementioned location.
The City Council may discuss, consider, and take action on any item listed on this agenda.
OPENING ITEMS
1. Invocation - Pastor Roy Garza, Providence Presbyterian Church
2. Pledge of Allegiance
CONSENT AGENDA
3. MOTION APPROVING THE FOLLOWING MINUTES:
3.a REGULAR SESSION OF JULY 21, 2026.
4. 2026-102 - RESOLUTION APPROVING THE PURCHASE OF DELL COMPUTER
HARDWARE AND EQUIPMENT FROM DELL TECHNOLOGIES INC. THROUGH
THE TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF INFORMATION RESOURCES FOR A TOTAL
COST OF $300,210.51; AND AUTHORIZING PAYMENT (DISTRICT: NONE)
(GENERAL SERVICES) (PROVIDE SOUND GOVERNANCE & FISCAL
MANAGEMENT)
5. 064-2026 - MOTION APPROVING AN AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE MIDLAND
DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION AND THE UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS OF THE
PERMIAN BASIN TO ADVERTISE AND PUBLICIZE THE CITY OF MIDLAND FOR
THE PURPOSE OF DEVELOPING NEW AND EXPANDED BUSINESS
ENTERPRISES (DISTRICT: ALL) (CITY MANAGER) (STRONG ECONOMY WITH
MORE QUALITY JOBS)
6. 2026-103 - RESOLUTION APPROVING THE TRANSFER OF A NON-COMMERCIAL
SALT WATER DISPOSAL WELL PERMIT FROM ENDEAVOR ENERGY
RESOURCES, L.P. TO DEEP BLUE OPERATING I LLC; SAID WELL BEING
LOCATED IN SECTION 31, BLOCK 38, T-1-S, T&P RR CO. SURVEY, CITY AND
COUNTY OF MIDLAND, T …
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MINUTES
1
AUGUST 11, 2026
CITY OF MIDLAND, TEXAS
MINUTES FOR CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
August 11, 2026 - 10:00 AM
The City Council convened in regular session in the Council Chamber, City Hall, Midland,
Texas, at 10:00 AM, August 11, 2026.
Council Members present:
John Burkholder, Amy Stretcher Burkes, Robin Poole, Lori
Blong, Brian Stubbs, Jack Ladd, John Norman
Council Members absent:
Staff members present: City Manager Tommy Gonzalez, City Attorney Nicholas Toulet-
Crump, City Governance Officer/City Secretary Marcia Bentley-
German, Deputy City Manager Morris Williams Jr., Deputy City
Manager Jose Ortiz
OPENING ITEMS
Mayor Blong called the meeting to order at 10:01 a.m.
1.
Invocation - Pastor Roy Garza, Providence Presbyterian Church
2.
Pledge of Allegiance
CONSENT AGENDA
Brian Stubbs moved to Approve Consent Agenda items 3-15, excluding items 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 12, 13
& 14; seconded by Robin Poole.
The motion Passed by the following vote:
AYE: John Burkholder, Amy Stretcher Burkes, Robin Poole, Lori Blong, Brian Stubbs, Jack
Ladd, John Norman
NAY: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: None
3.
MOTION APPROVING THE FOLLOWING MINUTES:
3.a REGULAR SESSION OF JULY 21, 2026.
4.
2026-102 - RESOLUTION APPROVING THE PURCHASE OF DELL COMPUTER
HARDWARE AND EQUIPMENT FROM DELL TECHNOLOGIES INC. THROUGH
THE TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF INFORMATION RESOURCES FOR A TOTAL
COST OF $300,210.51; AND AUTHORIZING PAYMENT (DISTRICT: NONE)
(GENERAL SERVICES) (PROVIDE SOUND GOVERNANCE & FI …
Sat Aug 8, 2026 · 08:00
City Council
601 North Loraine Street, Midland
Thu Aug 6, 2026 · 08:00
City Council
3600 North Garfield, Midland
Mon Aug 3, 2026 · 10:00
Midland Development Corporation
Midland Development Corp to consider business advertising and lease agreements
The Board of Directors will review economic development research and reports. The body may take action on agreements to publicize the city for business growth and a lease amendment for property at 200 North Loraine.
- Agreement with University of Texas of the Permian Basin to advertise and publicize the City of Midland
- Second amendment to lease agreement with Loraine at Texas Office Tower Ltd. (Centennial Tower) at 200 North Loraine
- Economic development research plan briefing from Texas A&M Bush School of Government and Public Service
- Highway Economics Report project presentation from Permian Strategic Partnership
- Executive session to discuss real property and economic development incentives
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Midland City Hall - Council Chamber, Midland
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WMIDLKND
DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
MIDLAND DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION AS AUTHORIZED BY CHAPTER 504 OF THE TEXAS
LOCAL GOVERNMENT CODE
NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING
In accordance with Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, as amended, notice is hereby given to the public
that the Board of Directors of the Midland Development Corporation will meet in regular session, open to
the public, in City Hall Council Chambers, 300 North Loraine Street, Midland, Texas, at 10:00 a.m. on
August 3, 2026. A quorum of the Board of Directors of the Midland Development Corporation intends to
be physically present at the aforementioned location.
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Mon Aug 3, 2026 · 15:30
Planning and Zoning Commission
P&Z to consider zone change for 20-acre housing development
The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on several plat requests and two zone changes. The body will also vote on multiple final and preliminary plats for various city additions.
- Public hearing for zone change from MF-16 to PD for a 20.15-acre housing development at Arlington Road and Deauville Boulevard
- Public hearing for zone change from AE to SF-1 at Solomon Lane and Acorn Lane
- Final Plat of Crossroads Addition, Section 4 (24.53-acre tract at West County Road 74 and North County Road 1280)
- Review of Declaration of Restrictive Covenants for Solomon Estates subdivision
- Preliminary Plat of Morningside Addition, Section 13 at West Scharbauer Drive and North Main Street
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✓ Decided: P&Z approves zone change for 20-acre housing development
The Planning and Zoning Commission approved a zone change from MF-16 to PD for a 20.15-acre housing development at Arlington Road and Deauville Boulevard, despite resident concerns about water pressure. The commission also approved several plats, including a preliminary plat for Western Mesa Section 2 over one dissenting vote, and a zone change from AE to SF-1 for a tract at Solomon and Acorn Lanes. Two items were withdrawn by the applicant: the Bankhead Addition Final Plat and the Southern Addition Preliminary Plat.
- Approved zone change from MF-16 to PD for 20.15-acre housing development (7-0)
- Approved Preliminary Plat of Western Mesa, Section 2 (6-1)
- Approved zone change from AE to SF-1 for tract at Solomon and Acorn Lanes (7-0)
- Approved Preliminary Plat of Grassland Estates West, Section 16 (7-0)
- Approved Preliminary Plat of Morningside Addition, Section 13 with conditions (7-0)
- Approved Preliminary Plat of Crestgate Addition, Section 55 with conditions (7-0)
- Approved consent agenda items 2-6 and 8 (7-0)
- Withdrawn by applicant: Final Plat of Bankhead Addition, Section 14 and Preliminary Plat of Southern Addition, Section 37
Council Chamber, City Hall, Midland
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CITY OF MIDLAND, TEXAS
AGENDA FOR PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION
MEETING
August 3, 2026 - 3:30 PM
300 North Loraine
Midland, Texas
Council Chamber - City Hall
Notice is hereby given that a public meeting will be held by the Planning and Zoning
Commission of the City of Midland, in the Council Chamber, City Hall, 300 N. Loraine, Midland,
Texas, at or following the time specified, to consider the following:
OPENING ITEMS
1. Pledge of Allegiance
PUBLIC COMMENT
Receive comments from members of the public who desire to address the Planning and Zoning
Commission regarding items on the present agenda for which public hearings will not be held.
(Please limit comments to three minutes or less.)
CONSENT AGENDA
2. - Motion approving the July 20, 2026, P&Z meeting minutes. (DEVELOPMENT
SERVICES) ()
3. - Motion approving a Final Plat of Garden Twenty Addition, Section 6, being a replat
of Lot 6, Block 1, Garden Twenty Addition, Section 5, City and County of Midland,
Texas. (Generally located on the south side of East Interstate Highway 20,
approximately 425 feet east of South Fairgrounds Road.) (DISTRICT: 2)
(DEVELOPMENT SERVICES) (QUALITY OF LIFE AND PLACE)
4. - Motion approving a Final Plat of Crossroads Addition, Section 4, being a plat of a
24.53-acre tract of land out of Section 32, Block 40, T-1-S, T&P RR Co. Survey,
Midland County, Texas. (Generally located at the northeast corner of the intersection
of West County Road 74 and North County Ro …
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The Planning and Zoning Commission convened in a meeting in the Council Chamber, City
Hall, Midland, Texas at 3:30 p.m., on August 3, 2026.
Members present: Joshua Sparks, Dara Richardson, Lucy Sisniega,
Brandon Ofield, Brennan Berry, Brian Martin,
BreAnna LaFoy, Joshua Garza, Aaron Hunter
Members absent:
Staff members present: Angelina Bettanini, Madelim Jaquez, Beatriz Quezada,
Lori Elliot, Alexis Martinez, Landon Ochoa, Par Sung
OPENING ITEMS
1. Pledge of Allegiance
PUBLIC COMMENT
Receive comments from members of the public who desire to address the Planning and Zoning
Commission regarding items on the present agenda for which public hearings will not be held.
(Please limit comments to three minutes or less.)
CONSENT AGENDA
Motion passed with no action taken on item 7 with the following vote:
AYE: Joshua Sparks, Dara Richardson, Lucy Sisniega, Brandon Ofield, Brennan Berry,
Brian Martin, BreAnna LaFoy
NAY:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT:
2. - Motion approving the July 20, 2026, P&Z meeting minutes. (DEVELOPMENT
SERVICES) ()
3. - Motion approving a Final Plat of Garden Twenty Addition, Section 6, being a replat
of Lot 6, Block 1, Garden Twenty Addition, Section 5, City and County of Midland,
Texas. (Generally located on the south side of East Interstate Highway 20,
approximately 425 feet east of South Fairgrounds Road.) (DISTRICT: 2)
(DEVELOPME …
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11 yea · 1 nay
Joshua Sparks yea · Dara Richardson yea · Lucy Sisniega yea · Brennan Berry yea · Brian Martin yea · Brandon Ofield nay · Joshua Sparks yea · Dara Richardson yea · Lucy Sisniega yea · Brandon Ofield yea · Brennan Berry yea · Brian Martin yea
The other 5 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Tue Jul 28, 2026 · 11:00
Westridge Village Site Plan Review
300 N Loraine, Midland
Tue Jul 28, 2026 · 11:00
Westridge Village Site Plan Review
Review of proposed site plan for 0.865-acre tract on Thomason Drive
The Westridge Village Site Plan Review Committee will meet to discuss and potentially take action on a site plan for a 0.865-acre tract of land. The proposal was submitted by Maverick Engineering on behalf of Wheelhouse Development.
- Proposed site plan for 0.865-acre tract located on the south side of Thomason Drive, approximately 260 feet east of Tradewinds Boulevard
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300 N Loraine, Midland
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CITY OF MIDLAND, TEXAS
AGENDA FOR WESTRIDGE VILLAGE SITE PLAN
REVIEW COMMITTEE MEETING
July 28, 2026 - 11:00 AM
300 North Loraine
Midland, Texas
Council Chamber - City Hall
Notice is hereby given that a public meeting will be held by the Westridge Village Site Plan
Review Committee in the Council Chamber, City Hall, 300 N. Loraine, Midland, Texas, at 11:00
A.M. July 28, 2026.
Videoconference Information:
Microsoft Teams meeting
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Meeting ID: 266 304 632 888 611
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At such meeting, the Westridge Village Site Plan Review Committee may discuss, consider, and
take action on any of the following items:
AGENDA ITEMS
1. - Review and consider a proposed site plan submitted by Maverick Engineering, on
behalf of Wheelhouse Development, for a 0.865-acre tract of land out of Section 48,
Block 40, T-1-S, T&P RR Co. Survey, City and County of Midland, Texas. (Generally
located on the south side of Thomason Drive, approximately 260 feet east of
Tradewinds Bouldevard.) (DISTRICT: 4) (DEVELOPMENT SERVICES) (QUALITY
OF LIFE AND PLACE)
________________________
Landon J. Ochoa
Planning Division Manager
Department of Development Services
MEETING ASSISTANCE INFORMATION: The Westridge Village Site Plan Review Committee
meetings are available to all persons regardless of disability. If you require special assistance,
please contact the Planning Division at …
Tue Jul 21, 2026 · 10:00
City Council
Midland City Council to consider multi-million dollar sports complex upgrades
The City Council will discuss several high-value contracts for the Scharbauer Sports Complex and road infrastructure. The meeting includes public hearings on city boundary extensions and zoning changes for retail, assisted living, and manufactured housing.
- Contract for Scharbauer Auxiliary Fields 5 & 6 with Tarkett Sports Construction for $3,874,514.05
- Economic development agreement for road improvements on Briarwood Avenue for $3,500,000.00
- Contract with FieldTurf USA, Inc. for two auxiliary turf fields at $1,732,510.00
- Appropriation of $750,000 for repaving Veterans Airpark Lane and $250,000 for Garfield Street
- Public hearing for zoning a 4.09-acre tract on West State Highway 158 as Local and Regional Retail
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✓ Decided: Council approves Scharbauer Sports Complex field upgrades totaling over $6.3 million
The City Council approved contracts for the Scharbauer Sports Complex, including a $3,874,514.05 contract with Tarkett Sports Construction for auxiliary fields 5 & 6, a $1,732,510.00 contract with FieldTurf USA for two turf fields, a $408,568.00 contract with Musco for lighting, and a $722,887.00 contract with Restroom Facilities Ltd for a modular concession and restroom facility. The council also approved a $3.5 million economic development agreement with the Midland Development Corporation for road improvements on Briarwood Avenue, and a $180,000 donation from Bustin for Badges for police equipment. A proposed assisted living/nursing home zoning change on Whitman Drive died due to lack of motion after public opposition.
- Approved $3,874,514.05 contract with Tarkett Sports Construction for Scharbauer auxiliary fields 5 & 6, plus $387,500 for project expenses.
- Approved $1,732,510.00 contract with FieldTurf USA for two auxiliary turf fields at Scharbauer Sports Complex, plus $173,251 for expenses.
- Approved $408,568.00 contract with Musco for lighting of two auxiliary turf fields at Scharbauer, plus $41,432 for expenses.
- Approved $722,887.00 contract with Restroom Facilities Ltd for a modular concession, storage, and restroom facility at Scharbauer, plus $75,000 for expenses.
- Approved $3,500,000 economic development agreement with Midland Development Corporation for road improvements on Briarwood Avenue.
- Approved $180,000 donation from Bustin for Badges for police equipment.
- Approved ordinance for a manufactured home park on North Fairgrounds Road with a condition requiring a 30-foot fire apparatus access road.
- Item 10775 (assisted living/nursing home on Whitman Drive) died due to lack of motion; no action taken.
Council Chamber, City Hall, Midland
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CITY OF MIDLAND, TEXAS
AGENDA FOR CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
July 21, 2026 - 10:00 AM
300 North Loraine
Midland, Texas
Council Chamber - City Hall
A quorum of the City Council intends to be physically present at the aforementioned location.
The City Council may discuss, consider, and take action on any item listed on this agenda.
OPENING ITEMS
1. Invocation - Pastor Edward Mayberry, Community Worship Center
2. Pledge of Allegiance
CONSENT AGENDA
3. MOTION APPROVING THE FOLLOWING MINUTES:
3.a REGULAR SESSION OF JUNE 23, 2026
4. 056-2026 - MOTION ACCEPTING A DONATION IN THE AMOUNT OF $19,244.00
FROM THE TEXAS J REGIONAL ADVISORY COUNCIL; SAID FUNDS SHALL BE
USED FOR THE PURCHASE OF NECESSARY EQUIPMENT FOR THE MIDLAND
FIRE DEPARTMENT; AND AUTHORIZING THE APPROPRIATION OF FUNDS TO
THE FIRE TECHNOLOGY AND EQUIPMENT FUND UPON THE CITY OF
MIDLAND’S RECEIPT OF SAID FUNDS (DISTRICT: NONE) (FINANCE) (PROVIDE
SOUND GOVERNANCE & FISCAL MANAGEMENT)
5. 2026-086 - RESOLUTION AWARDING A CONTRACT TO TARKETT SPORTS
CONSTRUCTION FOR THE SCHARBAUER AUXILIARY FIELDS 5 & 6 PROJECT
AT A COST OF $3,874,514.05; APPROVING $387,500.00 FOR PROJECT-
RELATED EXPENSES; APPROPRIATING FUNDS; AND AUTHORIZING PAYMENT
(DISTRICT: 4) (GENERAL SERVICES) (STRENGTHEN AND SUSTAIN OUR
INFRASTRUCTURE)
6. 2026-087 - RESOLUTION APPROVING A CONTRACT WITH FIELDTURF USA,
INC., THROUGH THE EQUALIS GROUP PURCHASING PROGRAM, FOR THE
PURCHASE AND INSTALLATION OF TWO AUXILIARY TURF …
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MINUTES
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JULY 21, 2026
CITY OF MIDLAND, TEXAS
MINUTES FOR CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
July 21, 2026 - 10:00 AM
The City Council convened in regular session in the Council Chamber, City Hall, Midland,
Texas, at 10:00 AM, July 21, 2026.
Council Members present:
John Burkholder, Amy Stretcher Burkes, Robin Poole, Lori
Blong, Brian Stubbs, Jack Ladd, John Norman
Council Members absent:
Staff members present: City Manager Tommy Gonzalez, City Attorney Nicholas Toulet-
Crump, City Governance Officer/City Secretary Marcia Bentley-
German, Deputy City Manager Morris Williams Jr., Deputy City
Manager Jose Ortiz
OPENING ITEMS
Mayor Blong called the meeting to order at 10:00 a.m.
1.
Invocation - Pastor Edward Mayberry, Community Worship Center
2.
Pledge of Allegiance
CONSENT AGENDA
John Burkholder moved to Approve Consent Agenda Items 3-25, excluding items 3, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9,
13, 15, 16, 17, 21 & 24; seconded by Amy Stretcher Burkes.
The motion Passed by the following vote:
AYE: John Burkholder, Amy Stretcher Burkes, Robin Poole, Lori Blong, Brian Stubbs, Jack
Ladd, John Norman
NAY: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: None
3.
MOTION APPROVING THE FOLLOWING MINUTES:
3.a REGULAR SESSION OF JUNE 23, 2026
Shandi Williams (Citizen) made public comment relative to minutes.
Robin Poole moved to Approve; seconded by Jack Ladd.
The motion Passed by the following vote:
AYE: John Burkholder, Amy Stretcher Burkes, Robin Poole, Lori Blong, Brian Stubbs, Jack
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to Approve; seconded by Jack Ladd. MINUTES 4 JULY 21, 2026 The motion Passed by the following vote:
5 yea · 2 nay
Robin Poole yea · Lori Blong yea · Brian Stubbs yea · Jack Ladd yea · John Norman yea · John Burkholder nay · Amy Stretcher Burkes nay
The other 8 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Mon Jul 20, 2026 · 15:30
Planning and Zoning Commission
Commission will consider a 5.01‑acre Preliminary Plat for Sunset Estates Addition
The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on several specific use designations for accessory dwelling units and on multiple preliminary and final plats for various additions and replatting projects. It will also vote on motions approving preliminary plats for Andrews Park, Sunset Estates Addition, Westridge Park Addition, North Estates, and other items. The meeting includes opening items, public comment, and a consent agenda approving the July 6, 2026 minutes.
- Public hearing on a 5.01‑acre Preliminary Plat for Sunset Estates Addition (Section 4, Block 38)
- Public hearing on a Specific Use Designation without term for an Accessory Dwelling Unit on Lot 9 and 10, North Park Hill Addition
- Public hearing on a Specific Use Designation without term for an Accessory Dwelling Unit on Lot 19 and 20, Willshire Park Addition
- Motion approving a Preliminary Plat of Andrews Park (Lot 5 and south 68 ft of Lot 6, Block 1)
- Public hearing on a Final Plat of Country Sky Addition (Lots 29 and 30, Block 3)
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✓ Decided: Planning and Zoning Commission approves multiple ADU and plat requests
The Commission approved three requests for Accessory Dwelling Units and several preliminary and final plats. Two items were withdrawn by the applicants. All approved motions passed with a 4-0 vote.
- Approved Accessory Dwelling Unit request for Clifford Mitchell (4-0)
- Approved Accessory Dwelling Unit request for Amy Coleman (4-0)
- Approved Accessory Dwelling Unit request for Katelyn Williams (4-0)
- Approved Preliminary Plat of Southern Addition, Section 39 (4-0)
- Approved Preliminary Plat of Haley Heights, Section 9 (4-0)
- Approved Preliminary Plat of Andrews Park, Section 9 (4-0)
- Approved Preliminary Plat of Sunset Estates Addition, Section 4 (4-0)
- Approved Preliminary Plat of Westridge Park Addition, Section 62 (4-0)
Council Chamber, City Hall, Midland
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CITY OF MIDLAND, TEXAS
AGENDA FOR PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION
MEETING
July 20, 2026 - 3:30 PM
300 North Loraine
Midland, Texas
Council Chamber - City Hall
Notice is hereby given that a public meeting will be held by the Planning and Zoning
Commission of the City of Midland, in the Council Chamber, City Hall, 300 N. Loraine, Midland,
Texas, at or following the time specified, to consider the following:
OPENING ITEMS
1. Pledge of Allegiance
PUBLIC COMMENT
Receive comments from members of the public who desire to address the Planning and Zoning
Commission regarding items on the present agenda for which public hearings will not be held.
(Please limit comments to three minutes or less.)
CONSENT AGENDA
2. - Motion approving July 6, 2026, P&Z meeting minutes. (DEVELOPMENT
SERVICES) ()
PUBLIC HEARINGS
The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on the following items:
3. - Hold a public hearing and consider a request by Clifford Mitchell for a Specific Use
Designation Without Term for an Accessory Dwelling Unit on the east 40 feet of Lot 9
and all of Lot 10, Block 7, North Park Hill Addition, City and County of Midland, Texas.
(Generally located on the north side of West Kansas Avenue, approximately 215 feet
east of North F Street.) (DISTRICT: 3) (DEVELOPMENT SERVICES) (QUALITY OF
LIFE AND PLACE)
4. - Hold a public hearing and consider a request by Amy Coleman for a Specific Use
Designation Without Term for an Accessory Dwel …
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CITY OF MIDLAND, TEXAS
MINUTES FOR PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION GE PRB
MEETING MIDLAND
July 20, 2026 - 3:30 PM é 7
The Planning and Zoning Commission convened in a meeting in the Council Chamber, City
Hall, Midland, Texas at 3:30 p.m., July 20, 2026.
Members present: Dara Richardson, Brandon Ofield, J. Brian Martin, BreAnna
LaFoy
Members absent: Aaron Hunter, Joshua Sparks, Brennan Berry, Joshua Garza,
Lucy Sisniega
Staff members present: Angelina Bettanini, Madelim Jaquez, Beatriz Quezada,
Landon Ochoa, Par Sung
OPENING ITEMS
1. Pledge of Allegiance
PUBLIC COMMENT
Receive comments from members of the public who desire to address the Planning and Zoning
Commission regarding items on the present agenda for which public hearings will not be held.
(Please limit comments to three minutes or less.)
CONSENT AGENDA
Motion passed with the following vote:
AYE: Dara Richardson, Brandon Ofield, J. Brian Martin, BreAnna LaFoy
NAY:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT: Aaron Hunter, Joshua Sparks, Brennan Berry, Joshua Garza, Lucy Sisniega
2. -Motion approving July 6, 2026, P&Z meeting minutes. (DEVELOPMENT
SERVICES) ()
PUBLIC HEARINGS
The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on the following items:
3. - Hold a public hearing and consider a request by Clifford Mitchell for a Specific Use
Designation Without Term for an Accessory Dwelling Unit on the east 40 feet of Lot 9
and all of Lot 10, Block 7, North Park Hill Addition, City and County of Midland, Texas.
(Generally …
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[context] (Please limit comments to three minutes or less.) CONSENT AGENDA Motion passed with the following vote:
3 yea
Dara Richardson yea · Brandon Ofield yea · J. Brian Martin yea
[context] Motion passed with the following vote:
15 yea
Dara Richardson yea · Brandon Ofield yea · J. Brian Martin yea · Dara Richardson yea · Brandon Ofield yea · J. Brian Martin yea · Dara Richardson yea · Brandon Ofield yea · J. Brian Martin yea · Dara Richardson yea · Brandon Ofield yea · J. Brian Martin yea · Dara Richardson yea · Brandon Ofield yea · J. Brian Martin yea
Ordinance 9535), Block 143, Southern Addition, City and County of Midland, Texas. (Generally located at the northeast corner of the intersection of South Fort Worth Street and East Pennsylvania…
3 yea
Dara Richardson yea · Brandon Ofield yea · J. Brian Martin yea
[context] Motion approving, with staff's recommended conditions, a Preliminary Plat of Andrews Park, Section 9, being a replat of Lot 5 and the south 68 feet of Lot 6, Block 1, Andrews Park, Section…
3 yea
Dara Richardson yea · Brandon Ofield yea · J. Brian Martin yea
[context] (Generally located on the south side of Farm to Market Road 307, approximately 1,925 feet east of South County Road 1130.) (EXTRATERRITORIAL JURISDICTION) (DEVELOPMENT SERVICES) (QUALITY OF…
3 yea
Dara Richardson yea · Brandon Ofield yea · J. Brian Martin yea
[context] (Generally located at the southwest comer of the intersection of Solomon Lane and Acorn Lane.) (DISTRICT: 1) (DEVELOPMENT SERVICES) (QUALITY OF LIFE AND PLACE) Motion passed with the…
5 absent · 3 yea
Dara Richardson yea · Brandon Ofield yea · J. Brian Martin yea · Aaron Hunter absent · Joshua Sparks absent · Brennan Berry absent · Joshua Garza absent · Chaiy tfze Date absent
Mon Jul 20, 2026 · 10:00
City Council
Board will vote on an economic development agreement with AST & Science, LLC
The Midland Development Corporation Board of Directors will meet in a special session on July 20, 2026, at City Hall Council Chambers, 300 North Loraine Street. The agenda includes calling the meeting to order and a resolution to authorize the execution of an economic development agreement with AST & Science, LLC, including payment authorization. No City Council business will be considered, and the council will not take any action at this meeting.
- Resolution to authorize execution of an economic development agreement with AST & Science, LLC
- Authorization of payment related to the agreement
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DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
MIDLAND DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION AS AUTHORIZED BY CHAPTER 504 OF THE TEXAS
LOCAL GOVERNMENT CODE
NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING
In accordance with Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, as amended, notice is hereby given to the public
that the Board of Directors of the Midland Development Corporation will meet in special session, open to
the public, in City Hall Council Chambers, 300 North Loraine Street, Midland, Texas, at 10:00 a.m. on July
20, 2026. A quorum of the Board of Directors of the Midland Development Corporation intends to be
physically present at the aforementioned location.
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At such meeting, the Board of Directors may discuss, consider, and take action on any of the following
items:
1. Call meeting to order.
2. Resolution authorizing the executio …
Fri Jul 17, 2026 · 14:00
City Council
Central Station Engine Bay, MIDLAND
Thu Jul 16, 2026 · 09:00
City Council
Midland High School topping out ceremony scheduled for July 16
The City Council will gather for a topping out ceremony at Midland High School. No official city council action is scheduled to be taken during this event.
- Topping Out Ceremony at 1600 East Wadley Avenue
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1600 East Wadley Avenue, MIDLAND
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CITY COUNCIL
GATHERING OF QUORUM
NOTICE is hereby given that a quorum of the City Council of the City of Midland, Texas,
may assemble for the Midland High School – Topping Out Ceremony, which will be held at 1600
East Wadley Avenue, Midland, Texas 79705 at 9:00 a.m. on July 16th, 2026.
No action will be taken by the City Council, and any discussion of public business, if any,
shall be incidental to the above-referenced function.
Posted this 29th day of June 2026.
WITNESS my hand and seal of office on June 29th, 2026.
_________________________
Marcia Bentley-German, City Secretary
Fri Jul 10, 2026 · 15:00
City Council
Central Station Engine Bay, MIDLAND
Mon Jul 6, 2026 · 15:30
Planning and Zoning Commission
Midland Planning and Zoning Commission reviews multiple platting requests
The commission will consider several final and preliminary plats for various industrial parks, residential additions, and land tracts. The agenda also includes a public hearing regarding a requested zone change from single-family to two-family dwellings.
- Zone change request for Arnett’s Acres from SF-2 to 2F
- Final Plat of West 191 Industrial Park, Section 18
- Final Plat of South Park Addition, Section 9
- Final Plat of Warfield Industrial Park, Section 3
- Final Plat of Stoneridge, Section 4
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✓ Decided: P&Z Commission approves multiple plats and one residential zone change
The Planning and Zoning Commission approved several final and preliminary plats for industrial and residential developments. The commission also approved a request to change a property's zoning from single-family to two-family dwelling. Three items were withdrawn by applicants.
- Approved zone change from SF-2 to 2F for Lot 5, Arnett’s Acres (5-0)
- Approved Final Plat of West 191 Industrial Park, Section 18 (5-0)
- Approved Final Plat of Warfield Industrial Park, Section 3 (5-0)
- Approved Final Plat of Stoneridge, Section 4 (5-0)
- Approved Final Plat of Fairgrounds Addition, Section 9 (5-0)
- Approved amended plat of Mockingbird Ridge, Section 20 (5-0)
- Approved Final Plat of Northgate Addition, Section 29 (5-0)
- Approved Preliminary Plats for Original Town Section 33, West 191 Industrial Park Section 19, Tamez Addition Section 1, West Terminal Addition Section 11, Meissner Addition Section 2, Redneck Retreat Section 8, and Oncor Airfield Substation (all 5-0)
Council Chamber, City Hall, Midland
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CITY OF MIDLAND, TEXAS
AGENDA FOR PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION
MEETING
July 6, 2026 - 3:30 PM
300 North Loraine
Midland, Texas
Council Chamber - City Hall
Notice is hereby given that a public meeting will be held by the Planning and Zoning
Commission of the City of Midland, in the Council Chamber, City Hall, 300 N. Loraine, Midland,
Texas, at or following the time specified, to consider the following:
OPENING ITEMS
1. Pledge of Allegiance
PUBLIC COMMENT
Receive comments from members of the public who desire to address the Planning and Zoning
Commission regarding items on the present agenda for which public hearings will not be held.
(Please limit comments to three minutes or less.)
CONSENT AGENDA
2. - Motion approving the June 15, 2026, P&Z meeting minutes. (DEVELOPMENT
SERVICES) ()
3. - Motion approving a Final Plat of West 191 Industrial Park, Section 18, being a replat
of Lot 1A, Block 3, West 191 Industrial Park, Section 10, City and County of Midland,
Texas. (Generally located on the north side of State Highway 191, approximately
1,780 feet east of North Farm to Market Road 1788.) (DISTRICT: 4)
(DEVELOPMENT SERVICES) (QUALITY OF LIFE AND PLACE)
4. - Motion approving a Final Plat of South Park Addition, Section 9, being a replat of Lot
1, Block 4, South Park Addition, City and County of Midland, Texas. (Generally
located at the southwest corner of the intersection of East Dakota Avenue and South
Atlanta Street) (DISTRICT: 2) (DEVE …
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CITY OF MIDLAND, TEXAS
MINUTES FOR PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION Za ERR
MEETING MIDLAND
July 6, 2026 - 3:30 PM Be the Exergy!
The Planning and Zoning Commission convened in a meeting in the Council Chamber, City
Hall, Midland, Texas at 3:30pm, July 6, 2026
Members present: Joshua Sparks, Lucy Sisniega, Dara Richardson,
BreAnna LaFoy, Joshua Garza
Members absent: Brandon Ofield, Brennan Berry, J. Brian Martin, Aaron Hunter
Staff members present: Angelina Bettanini, Lori Elliot, Madelim Jaquez, Par Sung,
Alexis M. Martinez, Beatriz Quezada, Landon Ochoa
OPENING ITEMS
1. Pledge of Allegiance
PUBLIC COMMENT
Receive comments from members of the public who desire to address the Planning and
Zoning Commission regarding items on the present agenda for which public hearings will not
be held. (Please limit comments to three minutes or less.)
CONSENT AGENDA
Motion passed with no action taken on item 4 with the following vote:
AYE: Joshua Sparks, Lucy Sisniega, Dara Richardson, BreAnna LaFoy, Joshua Garza
NAY:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT: Brandon Ofield, Brennan Berry, J. Brian Martin, Aaron Hunter
2. -Motion approving the June 15, 2026, P&Z meeting minutes. (DEVELOPMENT
SERVICES) ()
3. - Motion approving a Final Plat of West 191 Industrial Park, Section 18, being a replat
of Lot 1A, Block 3, West 191 Industrial Park, Section 10, City and County of Midland,
Texas. (Generally located on the north side of State Highway 191, approximately
1,780 feet east of North Farm to Market Road 178 …
🗳️ How they voted (10 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
[context] (Please limit comments to three minutes or less.) CONSENT AGENDA Motion passed with no action taken on item 4 with the following vote:
4 yea
Joshua Sparks yea · Lucy Sisniega yea · Dara Richardson yea · Joshua Garza yea
[context] Motion passed with the following vote:
8 yea
Joshua Sparks yea · Lucy Sisniega yea · Dara Richardson yea · Joshua Garza yea · Joshua Sparks yea · Lucy Sisniega yea · Dara Richardson yea · Joshua Garza yea
[context] (Generally located on the west side of South Loraine Street, approximately 95 feet north of West Missouri Avenue.) (DISTRICT: 2) (DEVELOPMENT SERVICES) (QUALITY OF LIFE AND PLACE) Motion…
4 yea
Joshua Sparks yea · Lucy Sisniega yea · Dara Richardson yea · Joshua Garza yea
[context] (Generally located at the southeast corner of the intersection of West County Road 77 and North Farm to Market Road 1788.) (DISTRICT: 4) (DEVELOPMENT SERVICES) (QUALITY OF LIFE AND PLACE)…
4 yea
Joshua Sparks yea · Lucy Sisniega yea · Dara Richardson yea · Joshua Garza yea
[context] (DISTRICT: 2) (DEVELOPMENT SERVICES) (QUALITY OF LIFE AND PLACE) Motion passed with the following vote:
4 yea
Joshua Sparks yea · Lucy Sisniega yea · Dara Richardson yea · Joshua Garza yea
[context] (Generally located on the north side of West County Road 100, approximately 2,200 feet east of South County Road 1301.) (EXTRATERRITORIAL JURISDICTION) (DEVELOPMENT SERVICES) (QUALITY OF…
4 yea
Joshua Sparks yea · Lucy Sisniega yea · Dara Richardson yea · Joshua Garza yea
[context] Survey, in part, City and County of Midland, Texas (Generally located on the northeast corner of the intersection of North Adams Street and East Front Street.) (DISTRICT: 2) (DEVELOPMENT…
4 yea
Joshua Sparks yea · Lucy Sisniega yea · Dara Richardson yea · Joshua Garza yea
[context] (Generally located on the west side of South County Road 1160, approximately 1,580 feet south of East County Road 1140) (EXTRATERRITORIAL JURISDICTION) (DEVELOPMENT SERVICES) (QUALITY OF…
4 yea
Joshua Sparks yea · Lucy Sisniega yea · Dara Richardson yea · Joshua Garza yea
[context] Motion approving a reinstatement of an approved Preliminary Plat of Solomon Estates, Section 3, being a replat of Lots 10 and 11, Block 2, Solomon Estates, Section 2, City and County of…
4 yea
Joshua Sparks yea · Lucy Sisniega yea · Dara Richardson yea · Joshua Garza yea
[context] (Generally located at the southeast corner of the intersection of Big Blue Avenue and South County Road 1250.) (DISTRICT: 2) (DEVELOPMENT SERVICES) (QUALITY OF LIFE AND PLACE) Motion passed…
4 yea
Joshua Sparks yea · Lucy Sisniega yea · Dara Richardson yea · Joshua Garza yea
Mon Jul 6, 2026 · 10:00
City Council
Midland Development Corporation to discuss budget and road infrastructure agreements
The Board of Directors will consider the 2026-2027 fiscal year budget and an economic development agreement for road improvements near Briarwood Avenue. The meeting also includes a presentation on the Southeast Midland Entrepreneurship Center and discussions regarding federal Opportunity Zones.
- Approval of the 2026-2027 Fiscal Year budget
- Economic development agreement for road infrastructure improvements near Briarwood Avenue between Avalon Drive and Trobaugh Boulevard
- Promotional agreement with Midland Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, Inc.
- Nomination of census tracts for federal Opportunity Zones 2.0 Program designation
- Presentation on the Southeast Midland Entrepreneurship Center Proposal
economic developmentbudgetinfrastructurezoningbusiness
Midland Chamber of Commerce Board Room, Midland
📄 From the agenda
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YY MIDLKND
DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
MIDLAND DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION AS AUTHORIZED BY CHAPTER 504 OF THE TEXAS
LOCAL GOVERNMENT CODE
NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING
In accordance with Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, as amended, notice is hereby given to the public
that the Board of Directors of the Midland Development Corporation will meet in regular session, open to
the public, in City Hall Council Chambers, 300 North Loraine Street, Midland, Texas, at 10:00 a.m. on July
6, 2026. A quorum of the Board of Directors of the Midland Development Corporation intends to be
physically present at the aforementioned location.
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Sat Jul 4, 2026 · 17:00
City Council
Bush Convention Center, Centennial Park, MIDLAND
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💰 Federal awards (top 10 by amount)
Largest recent federal contract/grant awards to recipients in this city (2023–present), via USAspending.gov.
| $75.5M | FLATLAND ENERGY SERVICES LLC Department of the Interior · NGWSP BLOCK 2-3 HDD |
| $1.2M | TEXAS PIPELINE SERVICES LLC Department of Veterans Affairs · GARLAND / GRAND PRAIRIE FACILITY GROUNDS MAINTENANCE |
| $512,958 | FIRST SERVICE AIR CONDITIONING CONTRACTORS, INC. Department of Defense · REPLACE 300 TON TRANE CHILLER, HEAT TRACE, AND CHILLED WATER PUMP. CHI |
| $199,502 | BENJAMIN MILLER Department of Homeland Security · CGC CHARLES DAVID JR UNDERWATER SIDE SCAN |
| $197,845 | RANDY ASHTON LLC Department of Defense · FURNITURE INSTALLATION AND REMOVAL |
| $179,500 | SKYYGUARD CORP Department of the Interior · THE SUPPLY AND PURCHASE OF METAL ROOFING MATERIAL FOR THE RUBY LAKE NA |
| $159,075 | RANDY ASHTON LLC Department of Defense · FURNITURE INSTALLATION AND REMOVAL |
| $156,097 | RANDY ASHTON LLC Department of Defense · FURNITURE INSTALLATION AND REMOVAL |
| $152,950 | TEXAS PIPELINE SERVICES LLC Department of Veterans Affairs · GROUNDS MAINTENANCE SERVICES |
| $151,820 | RANDY ASHTON LLC Department of Defense · FURNITURE INSTALLATION AND REMOVAL |
Source: USAspending.gov (U.S. Treasury) — federal awards only, not city budgets.
🌐 County-level context (Midland County)
County-level context — from BLS, IRS, FEMA, HUD, Census. These figures cover the whole county this city sits in, not just the city itself.
Net migration+1,810 people (-$77.7M net AGI · 2023)
Federal disasters (10 yr)4 ({"Fire": 9, "Hurricane": 3, "Severe Storm": 2, "Biological": · last Fri Feb 19, 2021)
Traffic fatalities18 (8 pedestrian · 2024)
Business establishments6,096 (100,915 employees · 2023)
Fair Market Rent (2BR)$1,868/mo (830 assisted households · 2025)
Adults with low literacy25.6% (low numeracy 34% · 2017)
Sources: BLS LAUS, IRS SOI, FEMA, NHTSA FARS, Census CBP, HUD, NCES PIAAC
City profile
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1,317
Permitted housing units
The money — in
source: Census gov-finance & state comptrollerBudget
Revenue$354.4M
Spending$317.8M
Revenue ran ahead of operating spending this year.
Debt load MODERATE
Outstanding debt$494.8M
Debt-to-revenue1.40×
Debt-load index58 / 100
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Outcomes — economic mobility
source: Opportunity Atlas (Harvard) · research useFor kids who grew up here in low-income households, their adult household-income rank (0–1). The average hides a gap by race:
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