Midland public meetings in 2021

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Midland Planning and Zoning Commission denied a request for a Specific Use Designation for a mono-pole cell tower at Polo Club Addition after residents opposed it. The commission also approved several final and preliminary plats, including Kent Addition, West End Addition, Fuse Industrial Park, Southwest Crossing, W.W. Harris Addition, NGL Addition, Westcliff Addition, Kimber-Lea Addition, and Wilshire Park Addition, all with unanimous votes.

• Denied Specific Use Designation for mono-pole cell tower at Polo Club Addition (7-0)
• Approved Final Plat of Kent Addition (7-0)
• Approved Final Plat of West End Addition, Section 26 (7-0)
• Approved Final Plat of Fuse Industrial Park, Section 2 (7-0)
• Approved Final Plat of Southwest Crossing, Section 14 (7-0)
• Approved Final Plat of W.W. Harris Addition, Section 5 (7-0)
• Approved Preliminary Plat of NGL Addition, Section 2 with conditions (7-0)
• Approved Preliminary Plat of Wilshire Park Addition, Section 26 with conditions (7-0)

City Council

The council is reviewing several resolutions regarding municipal services and infrastructure projects. This includes proposals for landscaping maintenance, vehicle purchases, and street improvements.

• $1,500,000.00 contract for the 2022 Citywide Concrete Program
• $2,800,000.00 annual contract for turf and landscape maintenance
• $718,576.00 purchase of two automated refuse trucks
• $599,998.33 contract for the Benton Street and Lee Street pedestrian bridge projects
• $1,340,662.00 for paving services on Industrial Avenue

The Midland City Council deferred a $2.8 million per year turf and landscape maintenance contract after a losing bidder raised concerns about the selection process. The contract was pulled from the consent agenda and discussed at length before being deferred on a 6-1 vote. All other consent agenda items were approved, including several construction and service contracts.

• Deferred $2.8M/yr turf & landscape maintenance contract (6-1)
• Approved $599,998 pedestrian bridge project for Benton & Lee Streets (7-0)
• Approved $232,748 sewer truck purchase (consent)
• Approved $718,576 purchase of two automated refuse trucks (consent)
• Approved $1.5M citywide concrete program (consent)
• Approved $1.34M paving services on Industrial Avenue (consent)
• Rejected sole bid for automobiles/light trucks, reissued for rebid (7-0)
• Approved first reading of nightclub alcohol permit (7-0)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Midland Planning and Zoning Commission will consider multiple land platting requests and zoning changes. Public hearings are scheduled for specific use designations regarding alcohol sales at various restaurants and breweries. The commission will also review preliminary plats for several new additions and business parks.

• Alcohol sale request for Rusty Tacos on N. Midkiff Road
• Zone change request by Maverick Engineering to Regional Retail District
• Alcohol sale request for Waystone Brewing LLC
• Zone change request by Marc Colvin from MF-22 to SF-3
• Preliminary Plat for 58.18-acre MDC Business Park

The Midland Planning and Zoning Commission unanimously approved all 18 items on the agenda, including consent items, public hearings, and miscellaneous plats. All votes were 5-0. No items were denied or tabled.

• Approved minutes of November 15, 2021 (5-0)
• Approved final plats for Lone Star Trails II, Southwest Crossing, Greenhill Terrace, West 191 Industrial Park, Original Town, University Park, and Veteran Development (5-0)
• Approved Specific Use Designation for Rusty Tacos for on-premises alcohol sales (5-0)
• Approved Preliminary Plat of Greathouse Addition with conditions (5-0)
• Approved zone change from PD to RR for Kimber-Lea Addition (5-0)
• Approved Specific Use Designation for Waystone Brewing LLC for brewery alcohol sales (5-0)
• Approved zone change from MF-22 to SF-3 for Park Avenue Second Section (5-0)
• Approved Specific Use Designation for J. Peno's Cafe for restaurant alcohol sales (5-0)

City Council

The Midland City Council will attend a town hall meeting during this special session. The meeting focuses on the development of Hogan Park.

• Town hall meeting regarding the development of Hogan Park

The City Council held a special session town hall meeting to discuss the proposed Hogan Park renovations. No formal votes or decisions were made; the meeting was for community input. Staff and council members presented the renovation plans, and residents raised concerns about basketball courts, temporary play space, sports lighting, and costs. The city is considering placing the park under a conservancy, with the city retaining land ownership and board appointment power.

• Held a town hall meeting on Hogan Park development; no formal action taken
• Discussed potential conservancy model for park management; city would retain land ownership and appoint majority of board
• Heard public comments on basketball courts, temporary field access, sports lighting, and affordability
• Adjourned at 7:45 p.m. after completing the session

City Council

The City Council held a special town hall meeting to discuss the proposed Hogan Park renovations. No formal votes or decisions were made; the session was for community input. Staff and council members presented the plan, including a possible conservancy to manage the park, and heard public comments on basketball courts, field access, and lighting.

• Held a town hall meeting on Hogan Park development; no formal action taken.
• Discussed a potential conservancy to manage the park, with the city retaining land ownership and board majority.
• Heard public comments on basketball courts, field access during renovation, and sports lighting.
• Adjourned the special session at 7:45 p.m.

City Council

The City Council is holding a briefing session to receive updates and presentations. The agenda includes an update on conservancy efforts from FORE Midland and a proposal for a new hotel in downtown Midland.

• Update from FORE Midland regarding conservancy efforts
• Presentation by DePalma Hotels and Resorts regarding a proposed hotel in downtown Midland

The City Council held a briefing session with no formal votes or decisions. They received updates from FORE Midland on conservancy efforts at Nueva Vista and a presentation from DePalma Hotels on a proposed 93-unit boutique hotel at 112 S. Loraine. The hotel developers requested $4,000,000 in Hotel Occupancy Tax rebates, 100% ad valorem tax abatement for the first year, waived impact fees, and a 50% sales tax rebate for up to 7 years. No action was taken on these requests.

• No formal decisions made; briefing session only
• Received FORE Midland update on Nueva Vista conservancy efforts
• Received DePalma Hotels presentation on proposed downtown hotel

City Council

The Midland City Council is reviewing several large-scale infrastructure and utility projects, including water main improvements and road paving. The agenda also includes decisions on zoning amendments, oil and gas drilling permits, and various equipment purchases.

• $3,040,064.39 contract for North A Street Paving Bond Project
• $1,509,689.40 contract for Garfield Street Utility Bond Project
• $1,234,026.06 purchase of six refuse side-loader trucks
• $272,350.00 contract for roofing at the Police Department
• Rezoning Providence Park Addition to allow alcohol sales in a restaurant

The Midland City Council denied a request to rezone Lot 1, Block 21 of Grassland Estates from Agricultural Estate to Planned Development for housing and a shopping center, and also denied the associated preliminary plat. The council approved a large consent agenda including contracts for road, water, and paving projects, and approved several oil and gas well permits. A special exception for a reduced side yard setback on Fannin Terrace was approved over one dissenting vote.

• Denied rezoning of Grassland Estates Lot 1, Block 21 to Planned Development (7-0)
• Denied preliminary plat for Grassland Estates Addition, Section 25 (7-0)
• Approved $3,040,064.39 North A Street paving contract to CD King Construction (7-0)
• Approved $1,509,689.40 Garfield Street utility bond project to CD King Construction (7-0)
• Approved $1,455,032.00 Park Avenue Heights 2 paving contract to Reece Albert, Inc. (7-0)
• Approved $99,996.00 annual federal lobbying contract with The Aegis Group (4-3)
• Approved special exception for reduced side yard setback at Fannin Terrace (6-1)
• Deferred special exception for reduced setbacks at Beckland Terrace (5-2)

City Council

The Midland City Council will meet in a special session to canvass the returns and declare the results of the November 2, 2021 general election. This process involves the official certification of results for four city officer positions.

• Resolution 2021-148: Canvassing election returns and declaring results for four city officers

The City Council held a special session to canvass the returns of the November 2, 2021 general election and declare the results for four city officer positions. The resolution was approved unanimously by the six members present, with one member absent. No other substantive business was conducted.

• Approved Resolution No. 2021-148 canvassing election returns and declaring results (6-0, Ladd absent)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved all consent items, public hearing items, and miscellaneous items on the agenda, each by a 7-0 vote. This included three zone changes (one to amended PD, one from HI to SF-3, one from O-2 to C), five final plats, one preliminary plat, and the previous meeting minutes. No items were denied or tabled.

• Approved consent items 2-6 including four final plats and meeting minutes (7-0)
• Approved zone change to Amended PD for 57.55-acre tract near E. I-20 and S. Lamesa Rd (7-0)
• Approved zone change from HI to SF-3 on N. Madison St (7-0)
• Approved zone change from O-2 to C at S. Loop 250 and Graceland Dr (7-0)
• Approved final plat of North Midkiff Addition, Section 5 (7-0)
• Approved preliminary plat of Pavilion Park, Section 14 (7-0)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Midland Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings regarding specific use designations for an automobile sales facility and a nightclub. The meeting also includes motions to approve several final and preliminary plats for various land additions.

• Specific Use Designation for automobile sales on 30.80 acres at SH 191 and Avalon Drive
• Specific Use Designation for a nightclub at Thomason Drive and W. Wall Street
• Final Plat of Big Horn Addition (10.00 acres)
• Final Plat of Patriot Leap (19.929 acres)
• Preliminary Plat of Lone Star Trails II (25.20 acres)

The Midland Planning and Zoning Commission voted 7-0 to approve all consent items, public hearings, and miscellaneous items on the agenda. This included two specific use designations: one for auto sales on a 30.80-acre tract near State Highway 191 and Avalon Drive, and another for a nightclub with on-premises alcohol sales on Thomason Drive. All other items, including multiple final and preliminary plats, were also approved unanimously.

• Approved consent items 2-5, including final plats for Big Horn Addition, Patriot Leap, and Yates 191 Addition (7-0)
• Approved Specific Use Designation for auto sales at SH 191 and Avalon Drive (7-0)
• Approved Specific Use Designation for nightclub with alcohol sales at Thomason Drive and W. Wall Street (7-0)
• Approved preliminary plat of Lone Star Trails II, Section 13 (7-0)
• Approved preliminary plat of Sturgis Addition (7-0)
• Approved final plat of Country Sky Addition, Section 27 (7-0)
• Approved final plat of Tahoe Lakes Addition, Section 3 (7-0)
• Approved preliminary plats of Southwest Crossing, Section 19 and Southern Addition, Section 25 (7-0)

City Council

The Midland City Council will consider several resolutions regarding oil and gas drilling permits for Pioneer Natural Resources USA, Inc. The meeting also includes accepting two justice assistance grants totaling $134,391.00. Additionally, the council will review ordinances for city boundary extensions and various zoning changes.

• Permit amendments for Pioneer Natural Resources USA, Inc. to drill oil and gas wells
• Grant award of $25,391.00 from the Justice Assistance Grant Program
• Grant award of $109,000.00 from the Edward Bryne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant Program
• Ordinance to extend city boundaries by 30.80 acres at Highway 191 and Avalon Drive
• Variance for Permian Deep Rock Oil Co., LLC to drill wells closer than 500 feet of structures

The Midland City Council approved several consent agenda items, including variances for four oil and gas wells and a preliminary plat for Shenandoah Ridge, and accepted two police grant awards. It also approved amendments to Pioneer Natural Resources permits to allow jet pumps, finalized annexation and zoning ordinances, and approved first readings for several zoning changes and a specific use permit for alcohol sales. One special exception request was deferred until the property owner could be present.

• Approved consent agenda items 4-12, excluding 5-8 (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-143 for Pioneer jet pump amendments (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda items 6-8 for Pioneer jet pump amendments (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance 10246 extending city limits (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance 10247 zoning 30.80-acre tract as RR (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance 10248 rezoning to SF-3 (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance 10249 rezoning to SF-3 (7-0)
• Deferred Ordinance 10251 for special exception until owner present (7-0)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Midland Planning and Zoning Commission approved all consent items and public hearing items, including multiple final and preliminary plats, two zone changes, and a specific use designation for alcohol sales. The most contested item, a zone change for a housing and shopping center development at Grassland Estates, was approved 4-2 despite staff recommending denial and significant public opposition. A related preliminary plat for the same property was approved 3-2 with one abstention.

• Approved consent items 2-7 including final plats for Midland College Addition, Southwest Crossing, Gateway Plaza, Ruckus Addition, and Claydesta Plaza (6-0)
• Approved preliminary plat for Sunset Acres Section 10 with staff conditions (6-0)
• Approved preliminary plat for Shenandoah Ridge with staff conditions (6-0)
• Approved preliminary plat for University Park Addition Section 2 with staff conditions (6-0)
• Approved specific use designation for alcohol sales at Kuo's Chinese Restaurant (6-0)
• Approved zone change from PD to Amended PD for mixed-use development on 57.55 acres near I-20 (6-0)
• Approved zone change from MH to RR for property at W. Francis Ave and S. Main St (6-0)
• Approved zone change from AE to PD for housing and shopping center at Grassland Estates (4-2)

City Council

The City Council will consider several resolutions for vehicle purchases and infrastructure projects. Items include contracts for road widening, water system upgrades, and new police and fire equipment. The agenda also includes public hearings regarding zoning changes and city boundary extensions.

• Contract for Midland Draw Widening to Onyx General Contractors, LLC at $1,985,689.00
• Purchase of a Spartan four-door pumper truck for $1,399,018.00
• Upfitting ten police-package sedans for $519,225.00
• Water and wastewater infrastructure improvements on Wadley Avenue for $474,000.00
• LED field lighting installation at Scharbauer Sports Complex for $719,500.00

The City Council approved a $1,985,689 contract with Onyx General Contractors for the Midland Draw widening project from Front Street to Golf Course Road, including a $170,000 option for hike and bike trails. The council also approved several equipment purchases, including a $1.4M fire truck, $519,225 for ten police sedans, and a $148,788 aerial bucket truck. Multiple zoning changes were approved on second reading, including a kennel use on Fairgrounds Road and several rezonings from multi-family to single-family districts.

• Approved $1,985,689 Midland Draw widening contract to Onyx General Contractors (7-0)
• Approved $1,399,018 purchase of Spartan fire pumper truck (7-0)
• Approved $519,225 purchase of ten police-package sedans (7-0)
• Approved $148,788 purchase of aerial bucket truck (7-0)
• Approved $719,500 LED field lighting at Scharbauer Sports Complex (7-0)
• Approved $474,000 water/wastewater infrastructure study on Wadley Avenue (7-0)
• Approved federal lobbying contract with The Aegis Group (5-2)
• Approved kennel specific use permit on Fairgrounds Road (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will attend a ribbon cutting ceremony at the new Animal Services facility. No other business is scheduled for this special session.

• Ribbon cutting ceremony at the new Animal Services facility

The City Council met in special session at the new Animal Services facility. The only action was attending the ribbon cutting ceremony, which included an invocation, comments, and a facility tour. No formal decisions were made; the meeting adjourned after the ceremony.

• Attended the ribbon cutting ceremony at the new Animal Services facility

City Council

The City Council held a special session solely to attend the ribbon-cutting ceremony for the new Animal Services facility. No formal decisions or votes were made during the meeting, which was procedural in nature.

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Midland Planning and Zoning Commission will review several plat proposals and hold public hearings on land use requests. These items include initial zonings for large acreage tracts and zone changes for existing commercial districts.

• Zone change for PREG Development, LLC from Shopping Center to Local Retail District
• Initial zoning of a 30.80-acre tract by Lusso Real Estate, LLC
• Initial zoning of a 9.162-acre tract by Black & Dillard Property Management, LP
• Zone change for CG Faudree LLC from Technology Park to Regional Retail District
• Final Plat of Pioneer Industrial Park (43.198 acres)

The Midland Planning and Zoning Commission approved all consent items and public hearing requests on the agenda. This included reinstating and approving plats for Pioneer Industrial Park, 349 Ranch Estates, Southwest Crossing, DeLacey Addition, Mystic Glen Addition, and Cycles Addition, as well as initial zoning for a 9.162-acre tract and a 30.80-acre tract, and zone changes for properties on Andrews Highway, S. Stonewall Street, and Wolcott Avenue. All votes were unanimous (6-0).

• Approved consent items including minutes and six plats (6-0)
• Approved initial zoning for 9.162-acre tract at Fairgrounds Rd & Garden City Hwy (6-0)
• Approved zone change from PD to LR at Westridge Park Addition (6-0)
• Approved initial zoning for 30.80-acre tract at SH 191 & Avalon Dr (6-0)
• Approved zone change from C to SF-3 at Greenwood Addition (6-0)
• Approved zone change from TP to RR at Amaron Addition (6-0)

City Council

The Midland City Council will consider several resolutions regarding city contracts and water treatment chemicals. The meeting also includes second readings for various zoning amendments and public hearings for oil and gas well permits.

• $822,963.38 contract for police body worn camera systems from Axon Enterprise, Inc.
• $2,195,113.50 purchase of annual drinking water treatment chemicals
• $567,262.00 purchase of two ambulances from Sterling McCall Ford
• Rezoning of a 3.093-acre tract at Champions Drive and North Loop 250 West to Regional Retail
• Public hearings for oil and gas well permits for Permian Deep Roсk Oil Co., LLC and Endeavor Energy Resources, L.P.

The Midland City Council approved a $822,963.38 contract with Axon Enterprise for body-worn camera systems for the police department, increasing the number of cameras. The council also approved several zoning changes, including rezoning for a shopping center and a trampoline entertainment venue, and approved the purchase of two ambulances for $567,262. All votes were unanimous (6-0) with Council Member Payton absent.

• Approved $822,963.38 body camera contract with Axon Enterprise (6-0)
• Approved $567,262 purchase of two ambulances from Sterling McCall Ford (6-0)
• Approved rezoning 3.093 acres at Champions Dr & N Loop 250 W to Regional Retail (6-0)
• Approved rezoning for trampoline entertainment venue at Gateway Plaza (6-0)
• Approved $2,195,113.50 for annual drinking water treatment chemicals (6-0)
• Approved $195,049.25 metal roofing contract for Fire Station 6 (6-0)
• Rejected sole bid for turf and landscape maintenance; authorized reissue (6-0)
• Granted Cactus Sign Company's appeal, reversing sign permit denial (6-0)

City Council

The City Council will review the annual budget, tax levy, and property tax revenue increase for the upcoming fiscal year. The agenda also includes several infrastructure contracts, grant acceptances, and various zoning amendments.

• FY 2021-2022 budget and tax rate ordinances
• $9,500,000 allocation from the U.S. Treasury for construction projects
• $2,939,325.20 contract for Neptune water meters
• $1,641,882.53 airport roadway reconstruction contract
• Zoning amendments and city boundary extensions

The City Council approved the FY2021-22 budget (Ordinance 10225) and ratified the property tax revenue increase (Resolution 2021-107) unanimously. The tax levy ordinance (10226) was approved 5-2, with Council Members Payton and Trost voting no after discussion about cutting $1.1 million to avoid new taxes. The council also approved a consent agenda allocating $9.5 million in American Rescue Plan funds to construction projects and awarding several contracts, including a $2.94 million sole-source water meter agreement and a $1.64 million airport reconstruction contract.

• Approved FY2021-22 budget ordinance (7-0)
• Ratified property tax revenue increase (7-0)
• Adopted tax rate of $0.367189 per $100 valuation (5-2)
• Approved consent agenda including $9.5M ARPA allocation to construction projects (7-0)
• Approved $2,939,325.20 sole-source water meter agreement with Core & Main (7-0)
• Approved $1,641,882.53 airport roadway reconstruction contract with Onyx General Construction (7-0)
• Approved preliminary plat for Northwest Passage Addition (6-0, Norman absent)
• Approved multiple zoning changes and specific use permits (various votes)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The commission will consider various preliminary and final plats for residential and industrial developments. Public hearings are also scheduled to discuss specific requests for property zone changes.

• Zone change request by Joval, LLC from Regional Retail to Light Industrial (1.742 acres)
• Zone change request by Maverick Engineering from Planned Development to Regional Retail
• Zone change request by Stephen T. Marcum from Single-Family to Planned Development (2.273 acres)
• Preliminary Plat for Northwest Passage Addition (117.035 acres)
• Preliminary Plat for Ruckus Addition Section 2 (2.489 acres)

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved all consent items, including 12 plats and one replat, and all five public hearing items, which included four zone changes and one preliminary plat. All votes were unanimous except for one abstention on the zone change for an office center at N. Midkiff Road and Sinclair Avenue.

• Approved minutes of August 16, 2021 meeting.
• Approved final plat of Melody Acres, Section 15 (residential replat).
• Approved preliminary plat of Mockingbird Heights, Section 14.
• Approved preliminary plat of Fuse Industrial Park, Section 2.
• Approved final plat of Lone Star Trails II, Section 10.
• Approved preliminary plat of Northwest Passage Addition (ETJ).
• Approved final plat of Southern Addition, Section 24 (replat).
• Approved preliminary plat of Big Horn Addition (ETJ).

City Council

The City Council will receive an update from representatives of the Midland Downtown Park Conservancy. Engineering Services will also provide an update regarding future roadway projects.

• Update from Midland Downtown Park Conservancy representatives
• Engineering Services update on future roadway projects

The Midland City Council held a briefing session with no formal votes or decisions. They received updates from the Midland Downtown Park Conservancy on park operations and from Engineering Services on future roadway projects, including potential use of ARPA funds for unfunded projects.

• No formal decisions or votes taken during briefing session

City Council

The council will consider several financial resolutions, including accepting a large federal grant and allocating funds for hospital support and employee merit pay. The agenda also includes discussions on zoning changes, traffic regulations, and the upcoming 2021-2022 budget. Public hearings are scheduled regarding tax rate increases and new zoning classifications.

• Accepting a $24,988,224.00 federal coronavirus grant
• Allocating $1,900,000.00 for critical service personnel merit pay
• Approving a $4,776,000.00 grant to Midland Health for COVID-19 response
• Rezoning a 9.70-acre tract at Occidental Parkway and Fairgrounds Road
• Public hearing on the 2021-2022 budget and tax rate increase

The Midland City Council approved a $24,988,224 federal ARPA grant and a property tax rate increase to $0.367189 (a 2.07% increase) for FY 2021-2022, both on first reading. It also approved a $2,388,000 grant to Midland Health for COVID-19 response and allocated $1.9 million in CARES funds for one-time merit payments to critical service personnel. Several zoning changes and special use permits were approved, including a mobile food vendor park with alcohol sales.

• Approved Resolution 2021-100 accepting $24,988,224 ARPA grant (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-101 granting $2,388,000 to Midland Health for COVID-19 response (7-0)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 10226 setting tax rate at $0.367189, a 2.07% increase (5-2)
• Approved Motion 103-2021 allocating $1,900,000 CARES funds for 3% merit payments to critical service personnel (7-0)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 10232 for mobile food vendor park at Claydesta Plaza North (6-1)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 10233 allowing alcohol sales in mobile food vendor park (6-1)
• Approved Resolution 2021-104 for Lo Street Market on October 2 and November 6 only (7-0)
• Approved Motion 121-2021 reversing driveway permit denial for Amanda and Daniel Archer (7-0)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Midland Planning and Zoning Commission approved all consent items and public hearing requests unanimously (5-0). This included preliminary plats, zone changes, and specific use designations for a mobile food vendor park, kennels, and alcohol sales at several locations. No items were denied or tabled.

• Approved consent items: minutes, Cycles Addition Section 3, Midkiff Industrial Center Section 27, Crestview Heights Section 5, Shenandoah Bar M Ranch Section 2 (5-0)
• Approved Specific Use Designation for Mobile Food Vendor Park at Claydesta Plaza North (5-0)
• Approved Specific Use Designation with Term for alcohol sales at mobile food vendor park (5-0)
• Approved zone change from MF-22 to SF-3 at Eastover Addition (5-0)
• Approved zone change to RR at Ruckus Addition (5-0)
• Approved Specific Use Designation for Kennel at Ruckus Addition (5-0)
• Approved zone change from MF-22 to SF-3 at Greenwood Addition (5-0)
• Approved Specific Use Designation with Term for alcohol sales at cocktail lounge and restaurant (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider several large contracts for artificial turf installations at Hogan Park and Reyes-Mashburg-Nelms Park. The agenda also includes discussions on zoning ordinances, utility rate settlements, and community grant allocations.

• $1,514,221 contract for artificial turf at Hogan Park
• $1,349,678 contract for artificial turf at Reyes-Mashburn-Nelms Park
• $1,835,972 contract for LED field lighting at Hogan Park
• $2,096,751.37 contract for New York Avenue paving
• $142,500 grant for Salvation Army food program

The Midland City Council approved a $2,096,751.37 contract with CD King Construction for the New York Avenue paving bond project, including curb and gutter work. They also approved consent agenda items, including artificial turf fields, LED lighting, and various resolutions, and passed several zoning and ordinance changes on second reading.

• Approved $2,096,751.37 New York Avenue paving contract (7-0)
• Approved $1,514,221 for two artificial turf fields at Hogan Park (consent)
• Approved $1,349,678 for two artificial turf fields at Reyes-Mashburn-Nelms Park (consent)
• Approved $1,835,972 for LED field lighting at Hogan Park softball complex (consent)
• Approved Atmos Energy rate settlement resolution (consent)
• Approved ordinance extending city limits by 21.91 acres (6-1, Trost nay)
• Approved initial AE zoning for the 21.91-acre tract (6-1, Trost nay)
• Approved first reading of rezoning 9.70 acres to townhouse district (7-0)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Midland Planning and Zoning Commission will review preliminary plats for Southwest Crossing and Patriot Leap. The meeting also includes public hearings regarding various rezoning requests and specific use designations for businesses.

• Zone change request by Manor Park, Inc. in Wallace Heights Addition
• Specific Use Designation for alcohol sales at Wallace Heights Addition
• 15-acre zone change near Lote Bush Drive and West Interstate 20
• Preliminary plat of Southwest Crossing, Section 16 (24.186 acres)
• Residential replat of Hillcrest Acres, Section 15

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved all consent items, including four Southwest Crossing preliminary plats and the Patriot Leap plat, and held public hearings for several rezoning and specific use requests. All votes were unanimous or had one abstention, with no denials. One agenda item was removed.

• Approved consent items including preliminary plats for Southwest Crossing Sections 14-17 and Patriot Leap (7-0)
• Approved preliminary plat for Hillcrest Acres Section 15, 90-lot residential replat (7-0)
• Approved preliminary plat for Country Sky Addition Section 27 (6-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved zone change from PD to Amended PD for Manor Park, Inc. (6-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved specific use permit for alcohol sales at Manor Park community center/restaurant (6-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved specific use permit for alcohol sales at Bertha Ramirez restaurant (7-0)
• Removed from agenda: zone change request by Aaron Burrell
• Approved zone change from LI to SF-3 for Jose Chavez (7-0)

City Council

The City Council briefing session includes an update on the Automated Water Meter Collector Program. Additionally, Development Services will present information regarding planned developments.

• Update from City Staff on the Automated Water Meter Collector Program
• Presentation from Development Services regarding planned developments
• Presentation by Gary Bellomy of Oasis Development, LLC regarding the proposed Oasis Planned Development

The City Council received updates on the Automated Water Meter Collector Program, noting 40,000 meters installed (80% complete), and discussed the proposed Oasis Planned Development, including a request for tax reimbursement. No formal votes were taken; the session was informational only.

• Received update on Automated Water Meter Collector Program (no action)
• Discussed Oasis Planned Development proposal (no action)

City Council

The Midland City Council is reviewing several infrastructure contracts and zoning ordinances. Proposed actions include funding for park improvements, water system upgrades, and new oil and gas drilling permits. The council will also consider various land exchanges and utility licenses.

• $2,513,940 agreement for Hogan Park master plan and Phase II improvements
• $256,781 contract for a restroom facility at Washington Park
• $84,682 renovation of the Water Reclamation Facility warehouse office
• Permits for seven oil and gas wells in the H.P. Hilliard Survey
• $272,454 change order for Northeast Water System improvements

The Midland City Council approved a consent agenda including a $256,781 restroom facility at Washington Park, a $2,513,940 design contract for Hogan Park improvements, and several other contracts and resolutions. They also passed second readings of multiple zoning ordinances, including rezoning for a housing development and specific use permits for alcohol sales in restaurants. Public hearings were held for a CDBG action plan amendment and several zoning changes, all approved.

• Approved consent agenda items 4-23, excluding 12 and 16 (unanimous)
• Approved $256,781 restroom facility at Washington Park (consent)
• Approved $2,513,940 Hogan Park design contract (consent)
• Approved second reading of Ordinance 10202 rezoning to SF-3 (5-0)
• Approved second reading of Ordinance 10205 for alcohol sales in restaurant (5-0)
• Approved second reading of Ordinance 10206 for housing development (6-0)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 10213 for Cracker Barrel alcohol sales (6-0)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 10215 for Safe Place campus (6-0)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Midland Planning and Zoning Commission will review multiple land use applications during its July 19 meeting. The agenda includes requests for zone changes, preliminary plats, and a specific use designation for alcohol sales at a vendor market.

• Zone change request for 9.70 acres from Agricultural Estate to Townhouse District
• Zone change request for 3.093 acres from Office to Regional Retail District
• Specific use request for alcohol sales at a vendor market on West Wall Street
• Preliminary plat for Moody Addition, Section 14
• Zone change request for Greenwood Addition from Commercial to Townhouse District

The Midland Planning and Zoning Commission approved a zone change for a 9.70-acre tract at Occidental Parkway and Fairgrounds Road from AE to TH, allowing 40 one-story townhome units. They also approved preliminary plats for Moody Addition, Shenandoah Bar M Ranch, Chase Five Addition, West End Addition, and Southern Addition, plus a zone change for FP Westridge Energy Plaza and a specific use designation for a vendor market. A zone change request by Jamie Bowers for a duplex was denied due to zoning incompatibility with the surrounding single-family area.

• Approved zone change for Betenbough from AE to TH on 9.70 acres (Occidental Pkwy & Fairgrounds Rd) for 40 townhome units.
• Approved preliminary plat for Moody Addition, Section 14 (re-plat of lots and alley right-of-way).
• Approved preliminary plat for Shenandoah Bar M Ranch, Section 2 (replat of Tract 16).
• Approved final plat for Chase Five Addition, Section 3 (6.756 acres).
• Approved preliminary plat for West End Addition, Section 26 (residential replat).
• Approved zone change for FP Westridge Energy Plaza from O-2 to RR (3.093 acres).
• Approved preliminary plat for Southern Addition, Section 24 (residential replat).
• Approved specific use designation for Joann Cervantes for on-premises alcohol sales in a vendor market.

City Council

The Midland City Council is holding a special meeting to review and discuss the proposed 2021-2022 city budget. This session is designated as a budget work session.

• Review and discussion of the proposed 2021-2022 City of Midland Budget

The City Council held a budget work session for the proposed 2021-2022 budget, reviewing the no-new-revenue tax rate of 37.1 cents per $100 valuation. Council reached consensus to use $912,000 in CARES Act funds to make hotel/motel funding recipients whole, following discussion about cuts. No formal votes were taken; the next steps include setting the proposed tax rate on August 10 and public hearings in August and September.

• Consensus reached to use $912,000 in CARES Act funds to restore hotel/motel funding recipients
• Reviewed proposed 2021-2022 budget based on no-new-revenue tax rate of 37.1 cents per $100 valuation
• Discussed potential funding sources for hotel/motel funds, including fund balance, MDC, or CARES Act funds
• Scheduled next steps: set proposed tax rate on August 10, public hearing and first readings on August 24, second readings on September 14

City Council

The City Council held a budget work session for the proposed 2021-2022 budget, which is based on a no-new-revenue tax rate of 37.1 cents per $100 of valuation. Council reached consensus to use $912,000 in CARES Act funds to make hotel/motel funding recipients whole, following discussion about cuts to arts and other groups. No formal votes were taken; the session was for review and discussion only, with next steps scheduled for August and September.

• Reached consensus to use $912,000 in CARES Act funds to restore hotel/motel funding recipients (no formal vote)
• Reviewed proposed 2021-2022 budget based on no-new-revenue tax rate of 37.1 cents per $100 valuation
• Scheduled August 10 to establish proposed tax rate, August 24 for public hearing and first readings, September 14 for second readings

City Council

The City Council will consider several contracts, including a $6.2 million rehabilitation project for Midland International Air & Space Port. The agenda also includes software licensing, park renovations, and public hearings for oil and gas well permits. Additionally, the council will review items regarding city boundary extensions and zoning changes.

• $6,266,014.00 contract for Midland International Air & Space Port rehabilitation
• $1,120,411.27 purchase of Microsoft Enterprise licensing
• $420,818.00 contract for Midland Draw Utility Adjustment Project
• $120,986.07 playground equipment and renovations at Windlands Park
• Public hearings for oil and gas well permits

The Midland City Council approved the first of two readings to annex the 21.91-acre Nueva Vista golf course property and zone it as Agricultural Estate (AE), despite opposition from residents concerned about drainage and property values. The council also approved a $6.27 million airport rehabilitation contract, a $1.12 million Microsoft licensing purchase, and a $120,986 playground equipment contract for Windlands Park. Several other zoning changes and street vacations were approved, while a 131-acre D.R. Horton annexation was approved but its zoning was deferred.

• Approved first reading of annexation of 21.91-acre Nueva Vista golf course tract (6-1)
• Approved first reading of AE zoning for the annexed golf course tract (6-1)
• Approved $6,266,014 contract with Onyx General Construction for airport rehabilitation (7-0)
• Approved $1,120,411.27 Microsoft enterprise licensing purchase from SHI Government Solutions (7-0)
• Approved $120,986.07 playground equipment contract with Exerplay for Windlands Park (6-1)
• Approved first reading of 131.19-acre annexation for D.R. Horton development (6-0)
• Deferred first reading of zoning for the 131-acre D.R. Horton tract (6-1)
• Approved $420,818 Midland Draw utility adjustment contract with Red Deer Construction (consent agenda)

City Council

The Midland City Council will hold a special session on July 8, 2021. The purpose of the meeting is to attend the grand opening of Midland Fire Department Station 11.

• Grand opening of Midland Fire Department Station 11

The City Council held a special session solely to attend the grand opening of Midland Fire Department Station 11. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was ceremonial and adjourned after the event.

City Council

The City Council is meeting for a special session to attend the grand opening of Midland Fire Department Station 5. No other items are scheduled for discussion or decision during this meeting.

• Grand opening of Midland Fire Department Station 5

The Midland City Council held a special session solely to attend the grand opening of Midland Fire Department Station 5. Fire Chief Chuck Blumenauer welcomed attendees, and remarks were made by Mayor Payton, former Mayor Jerry Morales, former Council Member Sharla Hotchkiss, and Council Member Jack Ladd. No formal decisions or votes were made; the meeting adjourned at 9:18 a.m.

• No formal decisions were made; the council attended the grand opening of Fire Station 5.

City Council

The City Council will attend a public meeting held by Midland-Petro D.C. Partners, LLC. The session concerns a proposed oil and gas lease and surface use agreement for mineral development under Midland Airpark and adjacent properties. Discussion topics include safety measures, noise control, and traffic control.

• Proposed oil and gas lease and surface use agreement with Midland-Petro D.C. Partners, LLC
• Discussion of safety, noise, and traffic control for mineral development at Midland Airpark

The City Council held a special session solely to attend a public meeting by Midland-Petro D.C. Partners, LLC about a proposed oil and gas lease and surface use agreement for minerals under Midland Airpark. Midland-Petro presented safety, noise, and traffic plans and answered questions. No decisions were made; the meeting adjourned after the presentation.

• Attended Midland-Petro public meeting on proposed airpark minerals lease
• Heard presentation on safety, noise, and traffic control plans
• No formal action taken; meeting adjourned at 7:01 p.m.

City Council

The City Council will attend a public meeting held by Midland-Petro D.C. Partners, LLC. This session concerns a proposed oil and gas lease and surface use agreement for minerals under Midland Airpark and adjacent properties. The discussion includes safety, noise control, and traffic control measures.

• Public meeting regarding Midland-Petro D.C. Partners, LLC oil and gas lease proposal
• Discussion of safety, noise, and traffic control for mineral development near Midland Airpark

The City Council held a special session solely to attend a public meeting by Midland-Petro D.C. Partners about a proposed oil and gas lease under Midland Airpark. No formal decisions or votes were recorded; the session was informational only.

• No formal decisions made; meeting was informational only

City Council

The June 23, 2021, Midland City Council meeting consists of procedural opening items and presentations. The agenda includes the approval of minutes and a scheduled executive session. No specific city projects or ordinances are listed for discussion.

• No substantive items such as rezonings or contracts are listed on this agenda.

City Council

The City Council will attend a public meeting held by Midland-Petro D.C. Partners, LLC. This session involves safety, noise, and traffic control related to a proposed oil and gas lease for minerals under Midland Airpark and adjacent properties.

• Public meeting regarding Midland-Petro D.C. Partners, LLC oil and gas lease proposal
• Discussion of safety, noise, and traffic control measures at Midland Airpark

The City Council held a special session solely to attend a public meeting by Midland-Petro D.C. Partners, LLC regarding safety, noise, traffic, and related matters for a proposed oil and gas lease and surface use agreement for minerals under Midland Airpark. Midland-Petro representatives presented plans and answered audience questions. No decisions were made; the meeting adjourned after the presentation.

• Attended public meeting on proposed Midland-Petro oil and gas lease for Midland Airpark
• Heard presentation by Midland-Petro on safety, noise, and traffic measures
• Adjourned without taking any formal action

City Council

The City Council will receive a presentation from Development Services. The presentation concerns a proposal for an Entertainment District within the City of Midland.

• Presentation regarding a proposed Entertainment District

The City Council received a briefing from Development Services Director Chuck Harrington on a proposed downtown Entertainment District, including its boundaries, allowed uses, and operational considerations. No formal action was taken; the item was presented for input, with a zoning ordinance expected to be brought back in August.

• Received presentation on proposed Entertainment District boundaries and key elements
• Discussed allowing alcoholic beverages without a SUD, festivals, and a special event center
• Noted public consumption of alcohol in the district requires coordination with Centennial Park
• Reviewed operational issues including public safety, cleanliness, and potential costs for personnel
• No formal action taken; ordinance to be brought back in August

City Council

The Midland City Council will consider several resolutions regarding city contracts and infrastructure projects. The agenda includes agreements for network engineering and landfill testing services. Additionally, the council will hold public hearings on oil and gas well permits and street right-of-way abandonments.

• $739,155.12 contract for Cisco routers and network engineering services
• $546,300.00 agreement for landfill testing and collection station design
• Rezoning of Greathouse Addition to allow alcohol sales in an event center
• Expansion of city limits by 97.05 acres near West State Highway 158
• Oil and gas well permits for MCM Operating, LLC

The Midland City Council approved the first and only reading of Ordinance No. 10200, authorizing the issuance of $55 million in tax and limited pledge revenue certificates of obligation, with $25 million for park improvements and $30 million for water/sewer infrastructure. The council also approved a $65,000 increase to the spay/neuter voucher program budget, directing the city manager to investigate revenue sources for hotel/motel fund grants, and approved several other items including a contract for Cisco routers and network engineering services.

• Approved Ordinance No. 10200, authorizing $55 million in certificates of obligation for park and water/sewer infrastructure.
• Approved a $65,000 increase to the spay/neuter voucher program budget (Ordinance No. 10201).
• Approved Motion No. 070-2021, directing the city manager to investigate revenue sources for hotel/motel fund grants.
• Approved Resolution No. 2021-069, a $739,155.12 contract with Presidio Networked Solutions for Cisco routers and network engineering services.
• Approved Motion No. 064-2021, authorizing a request for proposals for state lobbying consultant services.
• Approved Motion No. 065-2021, authorizing a request for proposals for federal lobbying consultant services.
• Approved Motion No. 066-2021, authorizing plans and specifications for the relocate vehicle gates project at Midland International Air & Space Port.
• Approved the first of two readings of Ordinance No. 10195, vacating a portion of South Carrizo Street right-of-way.

Personnel Appeals Board

The Personnel Appeals Board will hold a hearing to consider an appeal by Belinda Maldonado regarding employment termination with the City of Midland. The Board may also enter an executive session to deliberate on evidence and consider a final decision.

• Appeal hearing for Belinda Maldonado regarding employment termination

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Midland Planning and Zoning Commission will review several land plats and zoning changes. This includes an initial zoning request for a large tract by D.R. Horton, Inc. and various residential replats.

• Initial zoning for 131.190-acre tract by D.R. Horton, Inc.
• Zone change from multi-family to single-family for Alamo Heights Homes, LLC
• Zone change from multi-family to regional retail for a 2.50-acre tract
• Final plat for West 191 Industrial Park (33.95 acres)
• Preliminary plat for Petroplex Addition (10.00 acres)

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved all consent items and public hearing requests by 7-0 votes. Key approvals included a zone change to Planned Development for a mixed-use development on a 57.55-acre tract north of I-20, a zone change to Regional Retail for a 1.42-acre parcel, and two Specific Use Designations for alcohol sales in restaurants with amended hours for one. All actions were recommended for City Council approval.

• Approved consent items including preliminary/final plats for Main Event Sports Addition, Kent, Dyno, Hannah, Original Town, Southwest Crossing, Tahoe Lakes, and Southern Addition (7-0)
• Approved zone change from AE to RR for Midland Country Club Estates Lot 1 (7-0)
• Approved Specific Use Designation for alcohol sales at Grandridge Park Addition (7-0)
• Approved zone change from MF-16/MH/BP to PD for 57.55-acre mixed-use development (7-0)
• Approved zone change from PD to RR for Cycles Addition Lot 1A (7-0)
• Approved final plat of Bizzell-Kiser Addition Section 12 (7-0)
• Approved Specific Use Designation for alcohol sales at Southern Addition with amended hours (Mon-Wed 10am-12am, Thu-Sun 10am-2am) (7-0)
• Approved Specific Use Designation for alcohol sales at Belmont Addition (7-0)

City Council

The Midland City Council approved a rezoning of 141.53 acres from agricultural to single-family residential, a variance for commercial construction near an oil well, and several other ordinances. A proposed housing development on 27 acres was deferred due to lack of a second, and no action was taken on the CDBG public hearing.

• Approved consent agenda items 4-7 (minutes, right-of-way licenses) (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-067 granting variance for commercial buildings near oil well (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance 10188 rezoning 141.53 acres to SF-3 single-family (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance 10189 special exception for reduced front yard setback (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance 10190 amending hotel occupancy tax definition (4-0)
• Deferred Ordinance 10187 (27-acre housing development) - motion died for lack of second
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 10191 (special exception for lot depth) (4-0)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 10192 (97-acre annexation) (4-0)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Midland Planning and Zoning Commission will review several land plat proposals and zoning changes. The agenda includes requests for restaurant alcohol permits and a large-scale mixed-use project.

• Zone change request for a 57.55-acre mixed-use development near East Interstate 20
• Alcohol sale permit request for a restaurant in Grandridge Park Addition
• Preliminary plat for the 16.525-acre Main Event Sports Addition, Section 2
• Zone change from Agricultural Estate to Regional Retail at Midland Country Club Estates
• Specific use designation for alcohol sales in Southern Addition

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved all consent items and public hearing requests unanimously (7-0). Key approvals included a zone change to Planned Development for a mixed-use development on a 57.55-acre tract, a zone change to Regional Retail, and several specific use designations for alcohol sales in restaurants. One alcohol permit was amended to restrict late-night hours.

• Approved consent items including preliminary/final plats for Main Event, Kent, Dyno, Hannah, Original Town, Southwest Crossing, Tahoe Lakes, and Southern Additions (7-0)
• Approved zone change from AE to RR for Midland Country Club Estates (7-0)
• Approved specific use designation for alcohol sales at Grandridge Park Addition (7-0)
• Approved zone change to PD for mixed-use development on 57.55-acre tract near I-20 (7-0)
• Approved zone change from PD to RR for Cycles Addition (7-0)
• Approved final plat of Bizzell-Kiser Addition (7-0)
• Approved specific use designation for alcohol sales at Southern Addition with amended hours (Mon-Wed 10am-12am, Thu-Sun 10am-2am) (7-0)
• Approved specific use designation for alcohol sales at Belmont Addition (7-0)

City Council

The agenda for this special session contains only a single placeholder item. No other business or substantive topics are documented in the notice.

• Test Special Item

The Midland City Council convened a special session on June 4, 2021, but the minutes record no substantive decisions. The only item listed is 'Test Special Item,' and the meeting adjourned without any formal action. The minutes are procedural only, with no approvals, denials, or discussions of consequence.

City Council

This meeting is a briefing session for the Midland City Council. The council will receive an update from the Finance Department regarding treasury guidance for the American Rescue Plan Act.

• Update on American Rescue Plan Act treasury guidance

The City Council received an update on the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds, totaling $24,988,224, to be received in two tranches. Staff recommended using the funds for water and sewer utility projects, including four bond projects and the Cloverdale project. No formal decisions or votes were taken during this briefing session.

• No formal decisions or votes taken; briefing only

City Council

The City Council will review several rezoning requests for residential and commercial developments. The agenda also includes approving utility project contracts and software maintenance agreements.

• Rezoning 141.53 acres for single-family dwellings at North State Highway 349 and Occidental Parkway
• Contract award for Park Avenue Heights 2 Utility Project up to $1,164,771.00
• Software maintenance contract with Azteca Systems, LLC for $229,033.00
• Rezoning 9.92 acres for a shopping center at North State Highway 349 and Tejas
• Request for proposals for services at Midland International Air & Space Port

The Midland City Council approved a contract for the Park Avenue Heights 2 utility project to TEC Excavation, Inc. for up to $1,164,771, with $50,000 for project costs, amending funding to come from the water and sewer fund instead of ARPA. The council also rejected all bids for the Midland Draw widening project, approved a sole-source contract for Cityworks software, and passed several zoning ordinances and resolutions. A public hearing on a 27.05-acre rezoning for housing was postponed to the next meeting.

• Approved Park Avenue Heights 2 utility contract to TEC Excavation, Inc. for $1,164,771, funded from water/sewer fund (7-0)
• Rejected all bids for Midland Draw widening project (7-0)
• Approved sole-source contract with Azteca Systems for Cityworks software at $229,033 (7-0)
• Approved rezoning 9.92 acres at SH 349 and Tejas to Planned Development for shopping center (7-0)
• Approved specific use permit for alcohol sales at 10,250 sq ft restaurant at N. Garfield and Loop 250 (7-0)
• Approved first reading of rezoning 141.53 acres at SH 349 and Occidental to SF-3 (7-0)
• Approved temporary vendor market and concert for three dates (June 5, Aug 7, Sep 4) (7-0)
• Appointed Lori Blong as Mayor Pro Tempore (7-0)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Midland Planning and Zoning Commission approved all consent items, including multiple plats, and three public hearing items: a preliminary plat for TSC Development, initial zoning for a 97.05-acre tract by Grasslands IV, and a specific use designation for alcohol sales at an event center. All votes were unanimous (5-0) with five members absent.

• Approved consent items including final plats for Lone Star Trails II, West 191 Industrial Park, Villarreal Estate, Homestead Addition, Greenwood Addition, and preliminary plats for Original Town, Riverbend Addition, and Chase Five Addition (5-0)
• Approved preliminary plat of TSC Development, Section 1 (5-0)
• Approved initial zoning for 97.05-acre tract by Grasslands IV, LTD (5-0)
• Approved specific use designation for alcohol sales at event center for Monica Leclair (5-0)

City Council

The Council will hold public hearings on several land use changes, including new shopping and housing developments. They are also reviewing ordinances for various residential rezoning requests and a new access management policy. Additionally, the agenda includes contracts for fire station roofing and vehicle purchases.

• $239,882.00 purchase of two Ford F-150 and one Ford F-250 trucks
• $164,953.25 contract for metal roofing at Fire Station 10
• Rezoning of 27.05 acres on Occidental Parkway for a housing development
• Rezoning of 9.92 acres near North State Highway 349 for a shopping center
• Adoption of a new city-wide access management policy

The Midland City Council approved a consent agenda including a roofing contract, vehicle purchases, and a grant, then passed 10 zoning ordinances on second reading, including rezoning for residential and commercial uses. The council also approved an access management policy (4-3) and authorized a temporary land use for the Mex Tex Festival. One zoning request was withdrawn by the applicant.

• Approved consent agenda items 4-8 (6-0, Trost absent)
• Approved Ordinance 10175 rezoning 9.53 acres at Golf Course and Elkins to Country Estate (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance 10176 rezoning 1.494 acres at Montgomery and Moran to Single-Family (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance 10177 amending Planned Development for housing on Sinclair Ave (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance 10178 rezoning lots at Calhoun and Kentucky to Two-Family (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance 10179 rezoning 50 feet on N Terrell to Single-Family (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance 10180 rezoning 50 feet on N Fort Worth to Single-Family (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance 10181 rezoning lots on S Weatherford to Single-Family (6-0)

City Council

The Midland City Council scheduled a special session for May 4, 2021. The purpose of this meeting is to attend the Midland Chamber of Commerce 2021 State of Midland luncheon.

• Attendance at the Midland Chamber of Commerce 2021 State of Midland luncheon

The Midland City Council held a special session solely to attend the Midland Chamber of Commerce 2021 State of Midland luncheon. No substantive decisions, votes, or resolutions were made during the meeting, which adjourned at 12:50 p.m.

Planning and Zoning Commission

The commission will hold public hearings regarding a 27.05-acre housing development and a 141.53-acre rezoning request. The agenda also includes consideration of a final plat for the Barber-Cole Addition.

• Zone change request by Betenbough Homes for a 27.05-acre tract
• Zone change request by Shenandoah Bar M Ranch for 141.53 acres
• Proposed Final Plat of the Barber-Cole Addition, Section 2
• Approval of April 19, 2021, meeting minutes

The Planning and Zoning Commission denied a request by Betenbough Homes to rezone a 27.05-acre tract from SF-3 to PD for a housing development, with a 3-3 vote. The commission approved a final plat for the Barber-Cole Addition and approved a zone change for the Shenandoah Bar M Ranch from AE to SF-3, both by 6-0 votes. No public comments were made during the meeting.

• Approved minutes of April 19, 2021 (6-0)
• Approved final plat of Barber-Cole Addition, Section 2 (6-0)
• Denied zone change for Betenbough Homes from SF-3 to PD (3-3)
• Approved zone change for Shenandoah Bar M Ranch from AE to SF-3 (6-0)

City Council

The Midland City Council will receive an update regarding the I-20 Wildlife Preserve. This briefing session includes information from Elaine Magruder.

• Update on the I-20 Wildlife Preserve

The City Council received an informational update from Elaine Magruder of the I-20 Wildlife Preserve, who reviewed the preserve's history, programs, and grants. The preserve requested permission to begin a membership drive before completing its third phase, but no decision was made; an action item will return to Council in the future. The meeting was procedural only, with no substantive decisions.

• Received informational update on I-20 Wildlife Preserve (no vote)
• No action taken on membership request; future action item planned

City Council

The Midland City Council meeting includes reviews of several infrastructure contracts for street paving and water/sewer replacements. The council will also consider zoning changes, city boundary extensions, and the appointment of Robert Patrick as City Manager. Additionally, a resolution to deny Oncor Electric's application to increase distribution rates is on the agenda.

• Contract for Sunglo Street Paving Bond Project ($1,285,572.60)
• Appointment of Robert Patrick as City Manager
• Resolution to deny Oncor Electric's application to increase distribution rates
• $280,000 in additional funding for the Business Micro-Grant Assistance Program
• Permits for Diamondback E&P LLC to drill four oil and gas wells

The Midland City Council deferred the first readings of ordinances to annex a 21.91-acre tract of the Nueva Vista Golf Course and establish its initial zoning as Agricultural Estate, following significant public opposition from nearby residents concerned about property values and development. The council also approved several consent agenda items, including road construction contracts, a city manager appointment, and multiple zoning changes, and passed a resolution authorizing certificates of obligation.

• Deferred annexation and initial zoning for Nueva Vista Golf Course tract (6-1)
• Approved $271,927.73 paving contract for Compass–Fort Worth Avenue to JD King Construction (7-0)
• Approved $1,285,572.60 Sunglo Street paving contract to Reece Albert, Inc. (7-0)
• Approved $638,348.85 Sinclair Avenue mill & inlay paving contract to Jones Bros. (7-0)
• Appointed Robert Patrick as City Manager (7-0)
• Approved $280,000 additional funding for Business Micro-Grant Assistance Program (6-1)
• Approved municipal water agreement with UT System for Paul Davis Well Field (6-0, Payton absent)
• Approved certificates of obligation resolution (6-0, Payton absent)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Midland Planning and Zoning Commission will review several proposed land plats and zoning changes. These include requests for a shopping center, residential developments, and an alcohol permit for a restaurant. Public hearings are scheduled for specific items.

• Zone change for 9.92-acre shopping center at N. State Highway 349 and Tejas
• Zone change for Betenbough Homes' 27.05-acre housing development
• Alcohol use permit request for Gomca Family Restaurant, LLC
• Final plat for 60.57-acre Truelove Addition
• Preliminary plat for 5-acre Yates 191 Addition

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved all consent items, including several plats, and held public hearings for four zone changes and one alcohol permit request, all approved unanimously. One zone change request by Betenbough Homes was pulled from the agenda by the applicant. The commission also amended the serviceable hours for a restaurant's alcohol permit before approving it.

• Approved consent items 2-4 and 6-7 (6-0)
• Approved preliminary plat of Yates 191 Addition (6-0)
• Approved preliminary plat of East Midland Addition, Section 22 (6-0, Gardaphe abstained)
• Approved zone change from MH to SF-3 for Daniel Lira (7-0)
• Approved zone change from AE to PD for shopping center (7-0)
• Approved zone change from MF-22 to 2F for Chad Walters (7-0)
• Approved alcohol permit for Gomca Family Restaurant with amended hours (7-0)
• Pulled Betenbough Homes zone change request from agenda

City Council

The City Council will receive a presentation regarding an evaluation and analysis of traffic stops conducted by the Midland Police Department during 2020. The presentation will be delivered by Dr. Eric Fritsch from the University of North Texas.

• Presentation on 2020 Midland Police Department traffic stop analysis

The City Council received a presentation from Dr. Eric Fritsch of the University of North Texas on his analysis of 13,156 traffic stops by the Midland Police Department in 2020. The review found no complaints alleging racial profiling were filed in 2020, though some council members expressed concerns about disparities. No formal decisions were made; the session was informational only.

• Received presentation on 2020 traffic stop analysis (no vote)

City Council

The City Council will review several infrastructure projects, including water, wastewater, and airport improvements. The agenda also includes various zoning ordinance changes and the adoption of a neighborhood traffic management program.

• $1,299,792 task order with Parkhill for water and wastewater services construction
• $532,426 contract for Midland Park Mall traffic improvements
• $811,965 agreement for Plant Farm Pond relining and pump station replacement
• $123,490 contract for Gate #6 elevated walkway installation at Midland International Air & Space Port
• Adoption of a Neighborhood Traffic Management Program

Planning and Zoning Commission

The commission will consider several final and preliminary plats for various additions in Midland. The meeting also includes public hearings for multiple requests to change property zoning designations.

• Initial zoning for a 21.91-acre tract by Midland-Odessa Golf Corp.
• Zone change from Agricultural Estate to Country Estate for 9.53 acres
• Multiple requests to change properties to Single-Family Dwelling District (SF-3)
• Final plat of Lone Star Trails II, Section 8 (9.90 acres)
• Final plat of Greenwood Retail Addition (6 acres)

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved all consent items and public hearing requests on the agenda, including 11 plats and 9 zone changes. All votes were unanimous (7-0) except for the initial zoning of a 21.91-acre tract in Grassland Estates, which passed 6-0 with one abstention. The commission also approved the March 15, 2021 meeting minutes.

• Approved minutes for March 15, 2021 (7-0)
• Approved 10 final and preliminary plats (7-0)
• Approved zone change from AE to CE for 9.53-acre tract (7-0)
• Approved amended PD for housing development (7-0)
• Approved zone change from MH to SF-3 (7-0)
• Approved zone change from MF-22 to SF-3 (7-0)
• Approved zone change from C to SF-3 for two properties (7-0)
• Approved zone change from LI to SF-3 (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider several items including large federal grants for airport operations and local business micro-grants. The agenda also includes various sports agreements and zoning ordinance changes. Public hearings are scheduled regarding oil and gas permits and retail use.

• Acceptance of a $3,832,515.00 airport coronavirus response grant
• Authorization of $750,000.00 for the Midland Business Micro-grant Assistance Program
• Ratification of $114,910.75 for emergency water main repairs by Red Deer Construction, LLC
• Three-year software contract with Environmental Systems Research Institute, Inc. for $300,000.00 total
• Approval of various sports agreements with organizations including the YMCA and Boys & Girls Club

The Midland City Council approved a $750,000 business micro-grant program, authorized oil and gas well permits for Diamondback E&P, and passed several zoning and land-use ordinances. The consent agenda was approved with items 11, 16, and 24 pulled for individual consideration. Item 16 (Greater Midland Football League sports agreement) was pulled at staff's request and not voted on.

• Approved $750,000 for Business Micro-Grant Assistance Program (5-1, Robnett nay)
• Approved oil and gas well permits for Diamondback E&P (consent agenda)
• Approved preliminary plat for Truelove Addition (consent agenda)
• Approved preliminary plat for Grassland Estates West, Section 12 (unanimous)
• Approved second reading of Ordinance 10143 allowing alcohol sales in restaurant (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 10156 allowing alcohol sales in restaurant with amended hours (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 10165 allowing automobile sales (unanimous)
• Approved appeal of sign permit denial for Cactus Sign Co. (5-1, Robnett nay)

Personnel Appeals Board

The Personnel Appeals Board will conduct a hearing regarding the appeal of David Bagby concerning his employment termination from the City of Midland. The Board may also enter an executive session to deliberate on evidence and consider a motion for a final decision.

• Appeal hearing regarding the termination of David Bagby's employment with the City of Midland

City Council

The Midland City Council will hold a joint session with Midland County and local utility districts to review the history and future water needs of the Midland County Utility District. The council will also discuss a proposed interlocal agreement regarding water delivery to the district. No action will be taken on this agreement during the meeting.

• Presentation on current and future water needs for the Midland County Utility District
• Discussion of a proposed interlocal agreement regarding water delivery

The City Council held a special session to review a proposed interlocal agreement on water delivery to the Midland County Utility District. A presentation covered the agreement's three phases, including immediate water supply, developing the Roark Well Field, and county-constructed water lines. The council took no action on the item, as stated in the agenda, and only discussed the proposal and answered questions.

• No formal decisions were made; the council only discussed the proposed interlocal water agreement.

City Council

The City Council will hold a workshop to consider various city policy, management, and budgeting issues. The meeting also includes an executive session to discuss economic development negotiations and personnel matters.

• Workshop on city policy, management, and budgeting issues
• Economic development negotiations regarding business prospects and incentives
• Personnel deliberations for the Interim City Manager and court judges

The City Council held a workshop and training session, then set six top priorities for staff: relocating the air park, developing and funding parks, incentivizing downtown and southeast development, long-term infrastructure planning, a state-of-the-art police/fire training center, and a long-term funding strategy. The council also went into executive session to discuss economic development negotiations and personnel matters, then adjourned. No formal votes or ordinances were passed.

• Set six priorities: relocate air park, develop/fund parks, incentivize downtown and SE development, long-term infrastructure planning, state-of-the-art PD/FD training center, long-term funding strategy
• Held executive session to discuss economic development incentives and personnel matters for the Interim City Manager, City Attorney, City Secretary, and municipal court judges
• Adjourned without taking any formal votes or approving any ordinances

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Midland Planning and Zoning Commission approved all consent items (minutes, three plats, and a plat reinstatement) and all four public hearing items: two residential replats, a zone change from Local Retail to Two-Family Dwelling, a Specific Use Designation for alcohol sales with extended hours to 2 a.m., and a Temporary Special Permit for a manufactured home. All votes were unanimous or near-unanimous, with one abstention on two items and one nay on the alcohol permit.

• Approved consent items 2-6: minutes, Rocky Addition Final Plat, Grasslands Estates West Preliminary Plat, MMP Midland Terminal Preliminary Plat reinstatement, and MMP Midland Terminal Final Plat (5-0, 1 abstention).
• Approved Elmwood Addition Section 7 Preliminary Plat (residential replat) (6-0).
• Approved Hillcrest Acres Section 14 Preliminary Plat (residential replat) (5-0, 1 abstention).
• Approved zone change from LR to 2F for Lot 8, Block 4, Windwood Park (6-0).
• Approved Specific Use Designation for alcohol sales (bar) with hours extended to 2 a.m. for Jorge Ramos (5-1).
• Approved Temporary Special Permit for manufactured home (caretaker's residence) for Dominic N. Salinas (6-0).

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission denied a request by Midland-Odessa Golf Corp. for initial zoning of a 21.91-acre tract in the extraterritorial jurisdiction, following public opposition. The commission approved several other items, including specific use designations for alcohol sales at two restaurants and a bar, and multiple zone changes and plats. Two agenda items for the West 191 Industrial Park were pulled by the applicant.

• Denied initial zoning request by Midland-Odessa Golf Corp. for a 21.91-acre tract near Grassland Estates (6-0, 1 abstention).
• Approved Specific Use Designation for alcohol sales at a restaurant for Ana M. Armendariz (7-0).
• Approved Specific Use Designation for alcohol sales at a bar for Hannah Streun (7-0).
• Approved Specific Use Designation for alcohol sales at a restaurant for Cung Lian Ni (7-0).
• Approved initial zoning for IDEA Public Schools on a 24.5578-acre tract (7-0).
• Approved zone changes from RR to SF-3 for Joseph Costilla and from MF-22 to SF-3 for Eliseo Carreon and Pat Vera Cruz (7-0 each).
• Approved amended PD zone change for Jennifer Cobbs and zone change from PD to RR for Laramie Acquisitions, LLC (7-0 each).
• Denied Specific Use Designation for a car lot for Landon Torres (3-3).

City Council

The City Council will hold a briefing session to receive an update from the Midland Downtown Park Conservancy. No other specific agenda items are listed for this session.

• Update from Midland Downtown Park Conservancy representatives

The Midland City Council held a briefing session where the Downtown Park Conservancy provided an update on the park's status. No formal decisions, approvals, or votes were taken during this meeting; it was purely informational.

City Council

The Midland City Council will consider several resolutions and motions, including a grant for the YMCA of Midland and a wastewater extension contract. The meeting also includes public hearings on zoning changes and discussions regarding municipal bonds.

• Grant of $241,687 in CARES Act funds to the YMCA of Midland
• Professional services agreement with Jacobs Engineering Group for wastewater extension design
• Permit for Parsley Energy Operations, LLC to drill an oil and gas well
• Amendment to location incentives agreement with Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center
• Discussion regarding General Obligation Refunding Bonds, Series 2021

The City Council approved a consent agenda including a $150,180 wastewater extension design with Jacobs Engineering, a $241,687 CARES Act grant to the YMCA, and several right-of-way licenses. They also approved an amendment to a Texas Tech location incentives agreement, a special exception for a reduced-height wall, and first readings of ordinances for reduced setbacks and a zoning change. A resolution for Lowe's outdoor retail sales was deferred, and a right-of-way license for valet parking was approved with an amendment requiring council approval for renewal.

• Approved consent agenda items 3-16, excluding item 6, including a $150,180 wastewater design contract and a $241,687 CARES Act grant to the YMCA.
• Approved Motion 017-2021, amending the location incentives agreement with Texas Tech Health Sciences Center for the Physician Assistant Studies program expansion.
• Approved second reading of Ordinance 10151, granting a special exception for a reduced-height non-masonry screening wall.
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 10152, granting a reduced side yard setback at Stillmeadow Drive and Fargo Avenue.
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 10153, granting a reduced side yard setback at Solomon Lane and Acorn Lane.
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 10154, rezoning a lot on Henry Koontz Boulevard to an amended planned development for a shopping center.
• Deferred Resolution 2021-027, which would have authorized temporary outdoor retail sales at Lowe's, to allow the applicant to propose a mitigation plan.
• Approved Motion 015-2021, a right-of-way license for valet parking on South Colorado Street, with an amendment requiring council approval for renewal.

Planning and Zoning Commission

The commission will review multiple proposed plats for residential and land development projects. These items include both preliminary and final plats for various additions in Midland and its extraterritorial jurisdiction.

• Correction Plat of Legacy Addition, Section 10 (44.68 acres)
• Final Plat of Hannah Addition, Section 3 (15 acres)
• Preliminary Plat of Petroplex Addition (10 acres)
• Preliminary Plat of Pando Park Subdivision (5.39 acres)
• Final Plat of Sheeler Addition, Section 9

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved consent items 2 through 12, excluding items 6 and 11, with a unanimous vote. Item 6 (Northwestern Addition Preliminary Plat) was pulled for discussion and then approved separately. Item 11 (Pando Park Subdivision) was removed at the applicant's request. No public comments were made.

• Approved consent items 2-12, excluding 6 and 11 (5-0)
• Approved Preliminary Plat of Northwestern Addition, Section 17 (5-0)
• Pulled item 11 (Pando Park Subdivision) from agenda at applicant's request

City Council

The City Council will consider establishing a landlord rental assistance program using CARES Act funds for certain rental properties. The agenda also includes several zoning amendments and public hearings regarding oil and gas well permits.

• $593,777.80 contract for Neptune Gateway Data Collectors
• Establishment of a Landlord Rental Assistance Program using CARES Act funds
• Public hearing for Diamondback E&P LLC oil and gas well permits
• Rezoning for alcohol sales at Westridge Park Addition
• Land lease agreement for airport hangar facility with OGM, LLC

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Midland Planning and Zoning Commission approved all consent items, including seven plats, and a zone change request from Home Depot U.S.A., Inc. to amend its Planned Development District for a Shopping Center. All votes were unanimous with no abstentions. No public comments were made during the public comment period.

• Approved consent items including minutes and seven plats (6-0)
• Approved Home Depot zone change to amended PD for Shopping Center (6-0)

City Council

The Midland City Council will consider several resolutions regarding airport services and equipment purchases. The agenda also includes multiple public hearings for zoning changes and a lease agreement with the Permian Basin Bicycle Association.

• $6,352,258 contract for janitorial services at Midland International Air and Space Port
• $800,000 purchase of two ambulances from Sterling McCall Ford
• $264,000 purchase of data center backup hardware and maintenance
• Rezoning requests for residential and commercial developments
• Lease agreement with Permian Basin Bicycle Association for 135.285 acres

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Midland Planning and Zoning Commission approved a specific use designation for a beer and wine kiosk at a hotel, a zone change for a shopping center, and two plat approvals. All votes were unanimous with one commissioner absent.

• Approved consent items including minutes and two plats (6-0)
• Approved Specific Use Designation for beer/wine sales at 316 sq ft kiosk (6-0)
• Approved zone change to Amended PD for Shopping Center (6-0)

City Council

The Midland City Council will consider several infrastructure contracts for road and utility projects. The agenda also includes public hearings on various zoning changes and an oil and gas well permit. Additionally, the council may discuss using CARES Act funds for vaccination-related expenses.

• $2,922,726.96 contract for micro-surfacing and slurry seal project
• $1,862,799.00 contract for "A" Street storm drain and utilities project
• $815,643.92 contract for Marienfeld traffic signal improvements
• Rezoning of a 42.30-acre tract for a housing development
• Public hearing for an oil and gas well permit near Loop 250

The Midland City Council approved a consent agenda with multiple contracts, including a $2.9 million micro-surfacing and slurry seal project, a $1.4 million mill and inlay bond project, and a $1.86 million storm drain project. They also approved a specific use permit for a mobile food vendor park and a rezoning for a housing development, both on second reading. A rezoning for a 42.3-acre tract to allow a planned development with smaller lots passed on first reading by a 4-3 vote.

• Approved $2,922,726.96 micro-surfacing and slurry seal contract (7-0)
• Approved $1,415,493.50 Anetta Drive mill and inlay bond project (7-0)
• Approved $1,862,799.00 'A' Street storm drain and utilities project (7-0)
• Approved $815,643.92 Marienfeld traffic signal improvements contract (7-0)
• Approved mobile food vendor park specific use permit on second reading (7-0)
• Approved rezoning to SF-3 for Southern Addition on second reading (7-0)
• Approved first reading of rezoning for 42.3-acre housing development (4-3)
• Approved $1.4M COVID fund allocation for health department projects (7-0)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Midland Planning and Zoning Commission is reviewing several proposed plats for residential and commercial developments. The meeting also includes public hearings regarding specific use designations for alcohol sales and electronic billboards, as well as several zone change requests.

• Specific Use Designation for beer and wine sales at Corporate Plaza
• Specific Use Designation for a bar at Westridge Park Addition
• Electronic billboard request for Wakefield Addition
• Zone change for 0.08-acre tract in Midkiff Heights Addition
• Proposed Final Plat of Tahoe Lakes Addition, Section 2 (18.40 acres)