City of Midland City Council met Feb. 24.
Here are the minutes provided by the council:
The City Council convened in regular session in the Council Chamber, City Hall, Midland, Texas, at 10:00 AM, February 24, 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 City Council meeting to order at 10:00 a.m.
1. Invocation – Pastor Jon Slayden, Hope Community Church
2. Pledge of Allegiance
PROCLAMATIONS AND RECOGNITIONS
3. Presentation of special events, organizations, individuals, or periods of time including, but not limited to:
3.a Presentation of Proclamation for “Midland ISD FFA Week”
3.b Presentation of Proclamation for “YWLA Girls Swimming & Diving Day”
CONSENT AGENDA
Mayor Blong spoke on the Chamber rules of conduct that were adopted in 2019 regarding disruptive behavior during City Council meetings. The “rules are supported by Texas Government Code and Penal Code provisions that authorize the presiding officer to maintain order and ensure the body can conduct it’s business without disruption. Disruptive behavior during City Council meetings will not be tolerated.” Please visit https://midlandtexas.gov/1498/Council-Meeting-Decorum for more information.
John Burkholder moved to Approve Consent Agenda items 4-21 excluding items 4, 5, 16, 18 & 20; seconded by Brian Stubbs.
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
4. MOTION APPROVING THE FOLLOWING MINUTES:
4.a SPECIAL SESSION OF JANUARY 13, 2025
4.b REGULAR SESSION OF FEBRUARY 10, 2026
Robin Campbell reported she does not wish to provide her address and did not want them in the minutes of February 10, 2026. Mrs. Campbell reported she does not feel like the minutes, regarding the Midland Development Corporation (MDC) land, were accurately reflected in her comments. Mrs. Campbell proceeded to voice her concerns regarding the numbers.
City Attorney Nicholas Toulet-Crump & City Governance Officer/City Secretary reported addresses are placed in the minutes when stated in open session or placed on the speaker cards.
Judd Campbell reported that he filled out a request to speak card on item number four. There was no card in the Mayor’s stack, therefore, he did not speak on this item.
Jack Ladd moved to Approve; seconded by John Norman.
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
5. 2026-024 – RESOLUTION APPROVING A CONTRACT WITH RESTROOM FACILITIES LTD FOR THE PURCHASE AND INSTALLATION OF A RESTROOM FACILITY STRUCTURE AT SPARKS PARK THROUGH BUYBOARD FOR A TOTAL COST OF $243,772.00; APPROVING $31,228.00 FOR PROJECT-RELATED COSTS; APPROPRIATING FUNDS IN THE CDBG 2025-2026 PROJECT ACCOUNT; AND AUTHORIZING PAYMENT (DISTRICT: 2) (GENERAL SERVICES) (STRENGTHEN AND SUSTAIN OUR INFRASTRUCTURE)
Parks & Recreation Director Laurie Williams, gave a brief presentation of the Sparks Park Restroom facility. Ms. Williams reported the existing facility is about 40 years old, difficult to maintain and does not meet the current ADA standards. Ms. Williams reviewed the costs associated with the project and different options available to complete it. A portion of Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funding has been awarded for this project.
Community Development Division Manager Isaac Garnett, gave a brief overview of the funding cycle timeline for CDBG funding.
John Burkholder moved to Approve; seconded by John Norman.
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
MINUTES 2 FEBRUARY 24, 2026
6. 2026-025 – RESOLUTION AWARDING A CONTRACT FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 2026 CITYWIDE CONCRETE PROGRAM TO 4J CONCRETE, LLC, DOING BUSINESS AS JORDAN CONCRETE, OF MIDLAND, TEXAS, AT A TOTAL COST NOT TO EXCEED $1,000,000.00; AND AUTHORIZING PAYMENT (DISTRICT: ALL) (GENERAL SERVICES) (STRENGTHEN AND SUSTAIN OUR INFRASTRUCTURE)
7. 2026-026 – RESOLUTION APPROVING THE PURCHASE OF A SKID STEER LOADER FROM KUBOTA TRACTOR CORPORATION D/B/A KAIGE KUBOTA, LLC THROUGH BUYBOARD AT A TOTAL COST OF $101,983.82; AND AUTHORIZING PAYMENT (DISTRICT: NONE) (GENERAL SERVICES) (PROVIDE SOUND GOVERNANCE & FISCAL MANAGEMENT)
8. 2026-027 – RESOLUTION APPROVING THE PURCHASE OF A CURRAHEE 13- YARD REAR LOADER REFUSE TRUCK FROM VANGUARD TRUCK CENTER OF HOUSTON THROUGH THE INTERLOCAL PURCHASING SYSTEM AT A TOTAL COST OF $199,273.80; APPROPRIATING FUNDS; AND AUTHORIZING PAYMENT (DISTRICT: NONE) (GENERAL SERVICES) (PROVIDE SOUND GOVERNANCE & FISCAL MANAGEMENT)
9. 2026-028 – RESOLUTION RATIFYING AND APPROVING THE EMERGENCY EXCAVATION, HAULING, AND DISPOSAL OF SEDIMENT FROM THE WEST POND AT THE WATER TREATMENT PLANT BY DUFRANE CONSTRUCTION LLC FOR A TOTAL COST OF $414,000.00; AND AUTHORIZING PAYMENT (DISTRICT: 1) (GENERAL SERVICES) (STRENGTHEN AND SUSTAIN OUR INFRASTRUCTURE)
10. 2026-029 – RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING A SOLE-SOURCE AGREEMENT WITH SYSAID TECHNOLOGIES LTD FOR A THREE-YEAR LICENSING SUBSCRIPTION AND IMPLEMENTATION SERVICES FOR THE SYSAID IT SERVICE MANAGEMENT PLATFORM AT A TOTAL COST OF $205,508.00; AND AUTHORIZING PAYMENT (DISTRICT: NONE) (GENERAL SERVICES) (PROVIDE SOUND GOVERNANCE & FISCAL MANAGEMENT)
11. 2026-030 – RESOLUTION AWARDING A FIVE-YEAR CONTRACT TO PURVIS SYSTEMS INCORPORATED FOR A FIRE ALERTING SYSTEM FOR THE INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SYSTEMS DEPARTMENT FOR A TOTAL COST OF $960,640.00; APPROPRIATING FUNDS; AND AUTHORIZING PAYMENT (DISTRICT: ALL) (GENERAL SERVICES) (SET THE STANDARD FOR A SAFE AND SECURE CITY)
12. 2026-031 – RESOLUTION APPROVING A CONTRACT WITH MUSCO CORPORATION D/B/A MUSCO SPORTS LIGHTING, LLC FOR THE PURCHASE AND INSTALLATION OF LED FIELD LIGHTING AT BUTLER PARK THROUGH BUYBOARD AT A TOTAL COST OF $827,755.00; APPROVING $82,775.50 FOR PROJECT RELATED COSTS; APPROPRIATING FUNDS; AND AUTHORIZING PAYMENT (DISTRICT: 1) (GENERAL SERVICES) (STRENGTHEN AND SUSTAIN OUR INFRASTRUCTURE)
13. 2026-032 – RESOLUTION AWARDING A CONTRACT TO SECOND SIGHT SYSTEMS LLC FOR THE REMOVAL OF THE LANDFILL COMMUNICATIONS TOWER AND A POLICE DEPARTMENT TOWER FOR THE INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SYSTEMS DEPARTMENT FOR A TOTAL COST OF $132,593.00; APPROPRIATING FUNDS; AND AUTHORIZING PAYMENT (DISTRICT: 2) (GENERAL SERVICES) (STRENGTHEN AND SUSTAIN OUR INFRASTRUCTURE)
14. 2026-033 – RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF A ROAD REPAIR AGREEMENT WITH CONTINENTAL RESOURCES, INC. REGARDING AN OIL AND GAS OPERATION LOCATED OUTSIDE OF THE CITY OF MIDLAND THAT WILL INVOLVE THE USE OF A PORTION OF ANETTA DRIVE (DISTRICT: NONE) (DEVELOPMENT SERVICES – OIL AND GAS) (SET THE STANDARD FOR A SAFE AND SECURE CITY)
15. 012-2026 – MOTION APPROVING, WITH STAFF’S RECOMMENDED CONDITIONS, A PRELIMINARY PLAT OF HORSESHOE BEND, BEING A REPLAT OF A 64.12- ACRE TRACT OF LAND OUT OF LOT 1, BLOCK 1, STALEY ADDITION, AND A 125.01-ACRE TRACT OF LAND OUT OF SECTION 10, BLOCK X, H.P. HILLIARD SURVEY, CITY AND COUNTY OF MIDLAND, TEXAS (GENERALLY LOCATED ON THE EAST SIDE OF NORTH GARFIELD STREET, APPROXIMATELY 1,295 FEET NORTH OF MOCKINGBIRD LANE) (DISTRICT: 1) (DEVELOPMENT SERVICES) (QUALITY OF LIFE AND PLACE)
16. 013-2026 – MOTION APPROVING, WITH STAFF’S RECOMMENDED CONDITIONS, A PRELIMINARY PLAT OF ANTELOPE RIDGE, BEING A 225.28-ACRE TRACT OF LAND OUT OF SECTIONS 13, 14, 23, AND 24, BLOCK 40, T-2-S, T&P RR CO. SURVEY, MIDLAND COUNTY, TEXAS (GENERALLY LOCATED ON THE WEST SIDE OF WEST COUNTY ROAD 130, APPROXIMATELY 1,120 FEET NORTH OF WEST COUNTY ROAD 135) (EXTRATERRITORIAL JURISDICTION) (DEVELOPMENT SERVICES) (QUALITY OF LIFE AND PLACE)
Planning Manager Landon Ochoa gave a brief overview of the item noting, this is for a preliminary plat within the Extraterritorial Jurisdiction (ETJ) for residential development. Mr. Ochoa provided the conditions and reported two letters of objection were received. One letter was in the form of a petition signed by 34 individuals. Mr. Ochoa also briefly reported on the water infrastructure for this development.
Council Member John Burkholder reported on his concerns with large developments to include traffic infrastructure, water and unknown issues that may arise.
Public Works Officer & Utilities Director Carl Craigo clarified the Groundwater Availability Certificate (GAC) was signed by a Professional Engineer (PE) not a Professional Geologist (PG).
Council Member John Norman inquired if there are absolute ways to guarantee water.
Mr. Craigo reported that each lot is given their own water well. The only sure fire way is if the group developed a public water system that is regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) to ensure water and it’s quality.
Mayor Blong voiced her frustration in that there are restrictions for providing municipal water to these areas but the Council is asked to approve this when there is no absolute way to ensure the homeowners will have what they need to be successful.
City Attorney Nicholas Toulet-Crump reported on the legalities of this item and reviewed options for the City Council. The Council can approve or not act on the plat.
Mayor Blong reported this needs to be brought to the State Legislature’s attention. Council discussion ensued.
City Manager Tommy Gonzalez stated that annexations have to be voluntary and that this needs to be taken up with the State Legislature. Mr. Gonzalez also reported on cost savings.
Xavier Fernandez, 6701 ECR 57, spoke in opposition of this item and wanted his opposition to be noted. Mr. Fernandez also reported he has several signatures from others in opposition of this item.
Council took no action on this item.
17. 2026-034 – RESOLUTION DECLARING A NEED FOR THE MIDLAND COUNTY HOUSING AUTHORITY TO EXERCISE ITS POWERS WITHIN THE TERRITORIAL BOUNDARIES OF THE CITY OF MIDLAND, TEXAS; AUTHORIZING A COOPERATION AGREEMENT; AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER OR HIS DESIGNEE TO NEGOTIATE AND EXECUTE SAID COOPERATION AGREEMENT (DISTRICT: ALL) (DEVELOPMENT SERVICES – COMMUNITY SERVICES) (QUALITY OF LIFE AND PLACE)
18. 2026-035 – A RESOLUTION SUPPORTING THE PROPOSED DEVELOPMENT OF LIHTC 78 AFFORDABLE HOUSING RENTAL APARTMENTS WITH GROUND FLOOR COMMERCIAL AND RETAIL SPACE, AND CONFIRMING THAT THE CITY SHALL PROVIDE A LOAN, GRANT, REDUCED FEE OR CONTRIBUTION OF $500.00 FOR SUCH DEVELOPMENT; THE APPLICANT IS OVERLAND PROPERTY GROUP, LLC D/B/A CENTENNIAL PARK LOFTS APARTMENTS; THE PROPOSED DEVELOPMENT IS LOCATED AT 401 WEST TEXAS AVENUE, MIDLAND, TEXAS 79701; PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE; AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE CITY SECRETARY TO DELIVER A CERTIFIED COPY OF THIS RESOLUTION TO THE TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND COMMUNITY AFFAIRS; AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER OR HIS DESIGNEE TO EXECUTE AND DELIVER A FUNDING COMMITMENT LETTER REGARDING THE PROPOSED DEVELOPMENT TO THE TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND COMMUNITY AFFAIRS (DISTRICT: 3) (DEVELOPMENT SERVICES – COMMUNITY SERVICES) (QUALITY OF LIFE AND PLACE)
April Engstrom, Overland Property Group, Kansas, is requesting a resolution of support from Council for a tax funding application. This will allow a historic adaptive reuse of the building to develop 78 units of one-and two-bedroom studios. Ms. Engstrom reported she is working on parking lot discussions since parking is an issue in that area. There will also be an onsite manager to manage the property.
Judd Campbell reported he is not clear on what the city is approving with this item.
Community Development Division Manager Isaac Garnett, explained that this item is for tax credits, low to moderate income families and commercial and retail as a mixed use. He reported that this is only the application process and that the application will be submitted to the Texas Department of Housing & Community Affairs (TDHCA). This project will ultimately benefit the citizens, tax base and the City of Midland.
April Engstrom further reported on the income restricted unit qualifications. Clients would need to make between $25,000 & $72,000 per year.
Ms. Engstrom fielded questions from Council Members. The full discussion may be heard at https://midlandtx.new.swagit.com/videos/376124.
Brian Stubbs moved to Approve; seconded by John Burkholder.
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
19. 014-2026 – MOTION ADOPTING THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT SCHEDULE FOR THE 2026-2027 APPLICATION CYCLE AND THE 2026- 2027 SECOND YEAR ACTION PLANS (DISTRICT: ALL) (DEVELOPMENT SERVICES – COMMUNITY SERVICES) (TRANSPARENT & CONSISTENT COMMUNICATION)
20. 2026-036 – RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF A PUBLIC IMPROVEMENT DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT WITH DAVID DIAZ, DOING BUSINESS AS MIDESSA CONSTRUCTION (“DEVELOPER”), REGARDING DEVELOPER’S CONSTRUCTION OF CERTAIN PUBLIC WATER IMPROVEMENTS TO SERVE VISTA DEL PUEBLO ADDITION, CITY AND COUNTY OF MIDLAND, TEXAS (DISTRICT: 2) (ENGINEERING SERVICES) (STRENGTHEN AND SUSTAIN OUR INFRASTRUCTURE)
Public Works Officer & Utilities Director Carl Craigo gave a brief overview of the item noting, this is a project that will take water to the east side of town, down Todd Road to the south side. This will add water where the newly constructed sewer main is located which will help development in that area.
John Burkholder moved to Approve; 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
21. 015-2026 – MOTION AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF A RIGHT-OF-WAY LICENSE (26-495-006) BETWEEN THE CITY OF MIDLAND AND XRI HOLDINGS LLC, REGARDING CITY OWNED PROPERTY DESCRIBED AS SECTION 7, BLOCK C-23, P.S.L. SURVEY, ABSTRACT NO. 1382, WINKLER COUNTY, TEXAS (DISTRICT: NONE) (UTILITIES) (PROVIDE SOUND GOVERNANCE & FISCAL MANAGEMENT)
SECOND READINGS
22. 10716 – AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE ZONING DISTRICT MAP OF THE CITY OF MIDLAND TO GRANT A SPECIFIC USE DESIGNATION WITH TERM FOR A 1,763-SQUARE-FOOT PORTION OF LOT 2, BLOCK 1, COUNTRY VILLA ESTATES, CITY AND COUNTY OF MIDLAND, TEXAS (GENERALLY LOCATED ON THE NORTH SIDE OF WEST WALL STREET, APPROXIMATELY 270 FEET EAST OF SOUTH MIDLAND DRIVE), WHICH IS PRESENTLY ZONED C, COMMERCIAL DISTRICT, ALLOWING SAID PROPERTY TO BE USED FOR THE SALE OF ALL ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES IN A RESTAURANT FOR ON-PREMISES CONSUMPTION; MAKING SAID DESIGNATION SUBJECT TO CERTAIN CONDITIONS AND RESTRICTIONS CONTAINED HEREIN; CONTAINING A CUMULATIVE CLAUSE; CONTAINING A SAVINGS AND SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; PROVIDING FOR A MAXIMUM PENALTY OR FINE OF TWO THOUSAND DOLLARS ($2,000.00); AND ORDERING PUBLICATION (FIRST READING HELD FEBRUARY 10, 2026) (DISTRICT: 2) (DEVELOPMENT SERVICES) (QUALITY OF LIFE AND PLACE)
Assistant City Secretary Rachel Guentensberger read the caption of Ordinance No. 10716. John Norman 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 Ladd, John Norman
NAY: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: None
23. 10717 – AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE ZONING DISTRICT MAP OF THE CITY OF MIDLAND TO GRANT A SPECIFIC USE DESIGNATION WITH TERM FOR THE EAST 50 FEET OF LOTS 10 THROUGH 12, BLOCK 61, ORIGINAL TOWN ADDITION, CITY AND COUNTY OF MIDLAND, TEXAS (GENERALLY LOCATED ON THE SOUTH SIDE OF WEST WALL STREET, APPROXIMATELY 110 FEET EAST OF SOUTH CARRIZO STREET), WHICH IS PRESENTLY ZONED CB, CENTRAL BUSINESS DISTRICT, ALLOWING SAID PROPERTY TO BE USED FOR THE SALE OF ALL ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES IN A LOUNGE FOR ON-PREMISES CONSUMPTION; MAKING SAID DESIGNATION SUBJECT TO CERTAIN CONDITIONS AND RESTRICTIONS CONTAINED HEREIN; CONTAINING A CUMULATIVE CLAUSE; CONTAINING A SAVINGS AND SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; PROVIDING FOR A MAXIMUM PENALTY OR FINE OF TWO THOUSAND DOLLARS ($2,000.00); AND ORDERING PUBLICATION (FIRST READING HELD FEBRUARY 10, 2026) (DISTRICT: 3) (DEVELOPMENT SERVICES) (QUALITY OF LIFE AND PLACE)
Assistant City Secretary Rachel Guentensberger read the caption of Ordinance No. 10717. Speakers David Chin and Patrick Cordero did not wish to speak.
Jack Ladd moved to Approve; seconded by John Norman.
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
24. 10718 – AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE ZONING DISTRICT MAP OF THE CITY OF MIDLAND TO REZONE LOTS 1 THROUGH 10, BLOCK 7, MOORE ADDITION, CITY AND COUNTY OF MIDLAND, TEXAS, FROM TP, TECHNOLOGY PARK DISTRICT TO MH, MANUFACTURED HOUSING DISTRICT (GENERALLY LOCATED AT THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF THE INTERSECTION OF WEST MONTGOMERY AVENUE AND GOODE STREET); CONTAINING A CUMULATIVE CLAUSE; CONTAINING A SAVINGS AND SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; PROVIDING FOR A MAXIMUM PENALTY OR FINE OF TWO THOUSAND DOLLARS ($2,000.00); AND ORDERING PUBLICATION (FIRST READING HELD FEBRUARY 10, 2026) (DISTRICT: 2) (DEVELOPMENT SERVICES) (QUALITY OF LIFE AND PLACE)
Assistant City Secretary Rachel Guentensberger read the caption of Ordinance No. 10718. John Norman moved to Approve; seconded by John Burkholder.
The motion Passed by the following vote:
AYE: John Burkholder, Amy Stretcher Burkes, Robin Poole, Brian Stubbs, Jack Ladd, John Norman
NAY: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: Lori Blong
25. 10720 – AN ORDINANCE VACATING AND ABANDONING A 0.414-ACRE PORTION OF INDUSTRIAL LOOP WEST RIGHT-OF-WAY LOCATED ADJACENT TO LOT 4, BLOCK 10, MIDKIFF INDUSTRIAL CENTER, SECTION 10, CITY AND COUNTY OF MIDLAND, TEXAS (GENERALLY LOCATED SOUTH OF THE INTERSECTION OF OTTIS ROAD AND INDUSTRIAL LOOP WEST) ON REQUEST OF ONE OR MORE ABUTTING PROPERTY OWNERS IN EXCHANGE FOR THE DEDICATION TO THE CITY OF A 1.078-ACRE RIGHT-OF-WAY ON THE EAST SIDE OF THE INTERSECTION OF OTTIS ROAD AND INDUSTRIAL LOOP WEST; RETAINING A NONEXCLUSIVE UTILITY EASEMENT; AND ORDERING RECORDATION BY THE CITY SECRETARY (FIRST READING HELD FEBRUARY 10, 2026) (DISTRICT: 2) (DEVELOPMENT SERVICES) (QUALITY OF LIFE AND PLACE)
Assistant City Secretary Rachel Guentensberger read the caption of Ordinance No. 10720.
Robin Poole moved to Approve; seconded by John Norman.
The motion by the following vote:
AYE: John Burkholder, Amy Stretcher Burkes, Robin Poole, Brian Stubbs, Jack Ladd, John Norman
NAY: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: Lori Blong
26. 10721 – AN ORDINANCE VACATING AND ABANDONING A 0.181-ACRE PORTION OF INDUSTRIAL LOOP WEST RIGHT-OF-WAY LOCATED ADJACENT TO LOTS 4 AND 5, BLOCK 9, MIDKIFF INDUSTRIAL CENTER, SECTION 10, CITY AND COUNTY OF MIDLAND, TEXAS (GENERALLY LOCATED NORTH OF THE INTERSECTION OF OTTIS ROAD AND INDUSTRIAL LOOP WEST) ON REQUEST OF ONE OR MORE ABUTTING PROPERTY OWNERS IN EXCHANGE FOR THE DEDICATION TO THE CITY OF A 1.078-ACRE RIGHT-OF-WAY ON THE EAST SIDE OF THE INTERSECTION OF OTTIS ROAD AND INDUSTRIAL LOOP WEST; RETAINING A NONEXCLUSIVE UTILITY EASEMENT; AND ORDERING RECORDATION BY THE CITY SECRETARY (FIRST READING HELD FEBRUARY 10, 2026) (DISTRICT: 2) (DEVELOPMENT SERVICES) (QUALITY OF LIFE AND PLACE)
Assistant City Secretary Rachel Guentensberger read the caption of Ordinance No. 10721. John Norman moved to Approve; seconded by John Burkholder.
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
PUBLIC HEARINGS
The City Council will hold public hearings on the following items:
27. 10722 – AN ORDINANCE VACATING AND ABANDONING A 0.533-ACRE PORTION OF SOUTH ATLANTA STREET RIGHT-OF-WAY LOCATED ADJACENT TO LOTS 1 THROUGH 6, BLOCK 125, SOUTHERN ADDITION, CITY AND COUNTY OF MIDLAND, TEXAS (GENERALLY LOCATED ALONG SOUTH ATLANTA STREET BETWEEN EAST WASHINGTON AVENUE AND EAST NEW YORK AVENUE) ON REQUEST OF ONE OR MORE ABUTTING PROPERTY OWNERS IN EXCHANGE FOR PAYMENT TO THE CITY OF THE SUM OF $46,450.00; RETAINING A NONEXCLUSIVE UTILITY EASEMENT; AND ORDERING RECORDATION BY THE CITY SECRETARY (DISTRICT: 2) (DEVELOPMENT SERVICES) (QUALITY OF LIFE AND PLACE)
Assistant City Secretary Rachel Guentensberger read the caption of Ordinance No. 10722.
Planning Manager Landon Ochoa gave a brief overview of the item noting, this is an ordinance vacating and abandoning a portion of right-of-way.
Andrew Mellen, Maverick Engineering, 1300 W. Illinois, is requesting a waiver on the fees for the right-of-way since it is blank land that has never been used.
Mayor Blong opened the public hearing at 11:06 a.m.
Sara Zuniga, 911 E. New York Avenue, recently purchased the neighboring property, and would like to purchase the other part of the land if it’s available for sale.
City Manager Tommy Gonzalez reported staff will visit with Ms. Zuniga.
City Attorney Nicholas Toulet-Crump reported the action item today is the vacation which is saying the city no longer needs this right-of-way in which the right-of-way goes to the abutting property owner.
Mr. Mellen clarified the portion of land owned by Common Unity Church.
David Gonzalez, 5608 Crowley, Common Unity Church Elder, reported they have owned and maintained the property for 10 years and would like to know if it’s possible for a waiver of fees or to lower the cost of the land.
There being no one else wishing to speak, the public hearing was closed at 11:12 a.m.
Jack Ladd moved to Amend this item to waive the fees associated with this property in the amount of $46,450; seconded by John Norman.
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
28. 10723 – AN ORDINANCE VACATING AND ABANDONING A 0.071-ACRE PORTION OF SOUTH ATLANTA STREET RIGHT-OF-WAY LOCATED ADJACENT TO LOTS 4, 5, AND 6, BLOCK 127, SOUTHERN ADDITION, CITY AND COUNTY OF MIDLAND, TEXAS (GENERALLY LOCATED AT THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF THE INTERSECTION OF EAST WASHINGTON AVENUE AND SOUTH LAMESA ROAD) ON REQUEST OF ONE OR MORE ABUTTING PROPERTY OWNERS IN EXCHANGE FOR PAYMENT TO THE CITY OF THE SUM OF $6,230.00; RETAINING A NONEXCLUSIVE UTILITY EASEMENT; AND ORDERING RECORDATION BY THE CITY SECRETARY (DISTRICT: 2) (DEVELOPMENT SERVICES) (QUALITY OF LIFE AND PLACE)
Assistant City Secretary Rachel Guentensberger read the caption of Ordinance No. 10723.
Planning Manager Landon Ochoa gave a brief overview of the item noting, this is an ordinance vacating and abandoning a right-of-way. This is related to the previous item on this agenda.
Mr. Mellen reported he is requesting the waiver that was stated in the previous item.
Mayor Blong opened the public hearing at 11:14 a.m. There being no one present wishing to speak, the public hearing was immediately closed.
Mayor Pro Tem Amy Stretcher Burkes inquired what happens if the previous speaker wants to buy the property with regard to the fees.
City Attorney Nicholas Toulet-Crump reported the matter would be between the property owner and the church.
John Norman moved to Amend by waiving the fees in the amount of $6,230; seconded by Jack Ladd.
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
29. 10724 – AN ORDINANCE GRANTING A SPECIAL EXCEPTION FOR LOT 7A, BLOCK 6, WESTCLIFF ADDITION, SECTION 3, CITY AND COUNTY OF MIDLAND, TEXAS (GENERALLY LOCATED AT THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF THE INTERSECTION OF WOODCREST DRIVE AND PRINCETON AVENUE), BY PERMITTING (1) A REDUCED MINIMUM LOT DEPTH AND (2) A REDUCED MINIMUM LOT WIDTH; CONTAINING A CUMULATIVE CLAUSE; CONTAINING A SAVINGS AND SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; PROVIDING FOR A MAXIMUM PENALTY OR FINE OF TWO THOUSAND DOLLARS ($2,000.00); ORDERING RECORDATION BY THE CITY SECRETARY IN THE DEED RECORDS OF MIDLAND COUNTY, TEXAS; AND ORDERING PUBLICATION (DISTRICT: 3) (DEVELOPMENT SERVICES) (QUALITY OF LIFE AND PLACE)
Assistant City Secretary Rachel Guentensberger read the caption of Ordinance No. 10724.
Planning Manager Landon Ochoa gave a brief overview of the item noting, this is an ordinance vacating and abandoning a right-of-way.
Council discussion ensued regarding the fit, who will maintain the area, lot sizes and variances and how it’s subdivided.
Mayor Blong opened the public hearing at 11:21 a.m. There being no one present wishing to speak, the public hearing was immediately closed.
Robin Poole moved to Defer; seconded by John Burkholder.
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
30. 10725 – AN ORDINANCE GRANTING A SPECIAL EXCEPTION FOR LOT 1 AND THE EAST HALF OF LOT 2, BLOCK 25, HIGH SCHOOL ADDITION, CITY AND COUNTY OF MIDLAND, TEXAS (GENERALLY LOCATED AT THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF THE INTERSECTION OF WEST CUTHBERT AVENUE AND NORTH B STREET), BY PERMITTING A REDUCED MINIMUM LOT WIDTH; CONTAINING A CUMULATIVE CLAUSE; CONTAINING A SAVINGS AND SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; PROVIDING FOR A MAXIMUM PENALTY OR FINE OF TWO THOUSAND DOLLARS ($2,000.00); ORDERING RECORDATION BY THE CITY SECRETARY IN THE DEED RECORDS OF MIDLAND COUNTY, TEXAS; AND ORDERING PUBLICATION (DISTRICT: 3) (DEVELOPMENT SERVICES) (QUALITY OF LIFE AND PLACE)
Assistant City Secretary Rachel Guentensberger read the caption of Ordinance No. 10725.
Planning Manager Landon Ochoa gave a brief overview of the item noting, this is for a special exception to permit a reduced minimum lot width. One letter of objection was received regarding traffic.
Mayor Blong opened the public hearing at 11:25 a.m. There being no one present wishing to speak, the public hearing was immediately closed.
John Norman 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 Ladd, John Norman
NAY: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: None
31. 10726 – AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE ZONING DISTRICT MAP OF THE CITY OF MIDLAND TO GRANT A SPECIFIC USE DESIGNATION WITH TERM FOR A 15,061-SQUARE-FOOT PORTION OF LOT 3A, BLOCK 3, MAYFIELD PLACE, SECTION 8, CITY AND COUNTY OF MIDLAND, TEXAS (GENERALLY LOCATED AT THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF THE INTERSECTION OF NORTH MIDKIFF ROAD AND MOCKINGBIRD LANE), WHICH IS PRESENTLY ZONED RR, REGIONAL RETAIL DISTRICT, ALLOWING SAID PROPERTY TO BE USED FOR THE SALE OF ALL ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES IN A RESTAURANT FOR ON PREMISES CONSUMPTION; MAKING SAID DESIGNATION SUBJECT TO CERTAIN CONDITIONS AND RESTRICTIONS CONTAINED HEREIN; CONTAINING A CUMULATIVE CLAUSE; CONTAINING A SAVINGS AND SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; PROVIDING FOR A MAXIMUM PENALTY OR FINE OF TWO THOUSAND DOLLARS ($2,000.00); AND ORDERING PUBLICATION (DISTRICT: 1) (DEVELOPMENT SERVICES) (QUALITY OF LIFE AND PLACE)
Assistant City Secretary Rachel Guentensberger read the caption of Ordinance No. 10726.
Planning Manager Landon Ochoa gave a brief overview of the item noting, this is for a Specific Use Designation (SUD) for the sale of alcohol.
Mayor Blong opened the public hearing at 11:27 a.m. There being no one present wishing to speak, the public hearing was immediately closed.
Brian Stubbs moved to Approve; seconded by John Burkholder.
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
32. 10727 – AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE ZONING DISTRICT MAP OF THE CITY OF MIDLAND TO GRANT A SPECIFIC USE DESIGNATION WITH TERM FOR A 5,724-SQUARE-FOOT PORTION OF LOT 3A, BLOCK 3, MAYFIELD PLACE, SECTION 8, CITY AND COUNTY OF MIDLAND, TEXAS (GENERALLY LOCATED AT THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF THE INTERSECTION OF NORTH MIDKIFF ROAD AND MOCKINGBIRD LANE), WHICH IS PRESENTLY ZONED RR, REGIONAL RETAIL DISTRICT, ALLOWING SAID PROPERTY TO BE USED FOR THE SALE OF ALL ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES IN A RESTAURANT FOR ON PREMISES CONSUMPTION; MAKING SAID DESIGNATION SUBJECT TO CERTAIN CONDITIONS AND RESTRICTIONS CONTAINED HEREIN; CONTAINING A CUMULATIVE CLAUSE; CONTAINING A SAVINGS AND SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; PROVIDING FOR A MAXIMUM PENALTY OR FINE OF TWO THOUSAND DOLLARS ($2,000.00); AND ORDERING PUBLICATION (DISTRICT: 1) (DEVELOPMENT SERVICES) (QUALITY OF LIFE AND PLACE)
Assistant City Secretary Rachel Guentensberger read the caption of Ordinance No. 10727.
Planning Manager Landon Ochoa gave a brief overview of the item noting, this is for a Specific Use Designation (SUD) for the sale of alcohol.
Mayor Blong opened the public hearing at 11:28 a.m. There being no one present wishing to speak, the public hearing was immediately closed.
Robin Poole moved to Approve; seconded by Brian Stubbs.
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
33. 10728 – AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE ZONING DISTRICT MAP OF THE CITY OF MIDLAND TO GRANT A SPECIFIC USE DESIGNATION WITH TERM FOR LOT 13, BLOCK 61, ORIGINAL TOWN ADDITION, SECTION 25, CITY AND COUNTY OF MIDLAND, TEXAS (GENERALLY LOCATED AT THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF THE INTERSECTION OF WEST WALL STREET AND SOUTH CARRIZO STREET), WHICH IS PRESENTLY ZONED CB, CENTRAL BUSINESS DISTRICT, ALLOWING SAID PROPERTY TO BE USED FOR THE SALE OF ALL ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES IN A BAR FOR ON-PREMISES CONSUMPTION; MAKING SAID DESIGNATION SUBJECT TO CERTAIN CONDITIONS AND RESTRICTIONS CONTAINED HEREIN; CONTAINING A CUMULATIVE CLAUSE; CONTAINING A SAVINGS AND SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; PROVIDING FOR A MAXIMUM PENALTY OR FINE OF TWO THOUSAND DOLLARS ($2,000.00); AND ORDERING PUBLICATION (DISTRICT: 3) (DEVELOPMENT SERVICES) (QUALITY OF LIFE AND PLACE)
Assistant City Secretary Rachel Guentensberger read the caption of Ordinance No. 10728. No presentation needed on this item.
Mayor Blong opened the public hearing at 11:30 a.m. There being no one present wishing to speak, the public hearing was immediately closed.
Council Member Brian Stubbs inquired if there were any increases in incidents near the subject location or if the number of incidents went down. Associate Planner Alexis Martinez reported there were 25 incidents since June. The incidents went down to an average of 3.4 per month from 6.4 per month.
Amy Stretcher Burkes moved to Approve; seconded by John Norman.
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
34. 10729 – AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE ZONING DISTRICT MAP OF THE CITY OF MIDLAND TO REZONE BLOCKS 21 AND 22, REPLAT OF BLOCKS 21 AND 22 OF KELVIEW HEIGHTS ADDITION, CITY AND COUNTY OF MIDLAND, TEXAS, FROM MF-16, MULTIPLE-FAMILY DWELLING DISTRICT, IN PART, LR, LOCAL RETAIL DISTRICT, IN PART, RR, REGIONAL RETAIL DISTRICT, IN PART, AND PD, PLANNED DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT FOR A TRANSITION DISTRICT, IN PART, TO RR, REGIONAL RETAIL DISTRICT (GENERALLY LOCATED AT THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF THE INTERSECTION OF NORTH BIG SPRING STREET AND HUMBLE AVENUE); CONTAINING A CUMULATIVE CLAUSE; CONTAINING A SAVINGS AND SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; PROVIDING FOR A MAXIMUM PENALTY OR FINE OF TWO THOUSAND DOLLARS ($2,000.00); AND ORDERING PUBLICATION (DISTRICT: 3) (DEVELOPMENT SERVICES) (QUALITY OF LIFE AND PLACE)
Assistant City Secretary Rachel Guentensberger read the caption of Ordinance No. 10729.
Planning Manager Landon Ochoa gave a brief overview of the item noting, this is for a zone change request.
Council Member John Norman reported that at one time, there were apartments in the area called New Jack City.
Mayor Blong opened the public hearing at 11:34 a.m. There being no one present wishing to speak, the public hearing was immediately closed.
John Burkholder moved to Approve; 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
35. 10730 – AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE ZONING DISTRICT MAP OF THE CITY OF MIDLAND TO REZONE LOTS 1 AND 2, BLOCK 15, LILLY HEIGHTS ADDITION, CITY AND COUNTY OF MIDLAND, TEXAS, FROM PD, PLANNED DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT FOR AN OFFICE CENTER TO O-1, OFFICE DISTRICT (GENERALLY LOCATED AT THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF THE INTERSECTION OF ANDREWS HIGHWAY AND TARLETON STREET); CONTAINING A CUMULATIVE CLAUSE; CONTAINING A SAVINGS AND SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; PROVIDING FOR A MAXIMUM PENALTY OR FINE OF TWO THOUSAND DOLLARS ($2,000.00); AND ORDERING PUBLICATION (DISTRICT: 3) (DEVELOPMENT SERVICES) (QUALITY OF LIFE AND PLACE)
Assistant City Secretary Rachel Guentensberger read the caption of Ordinance No. 10730.
Planning Manager Landon Ochoa gave a brief overview of the item noting, this is for a rezone request.
Mayor Blong opened the public hearing at 11:36 a.m. There being no one present wishing to speak, the public hearing was immediately closed.
Jack Ladd moved to Approve; 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
MISCELLANEOUS
36. 2026-037 – RESOLUTION APPOINTING A BOARD MEMBER TO THE MIDLAND DOWNTOWN PARK CONSERVANCY BOARD OF DIRECTORS; AND DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER TO DELIVER A COPY OF THIS RESOLUTION TO THE MIDLAND DOWNTOWN PARK CONSERVANCY (DISTRICT: ALL) (CITY SECRETARY) (TRANSPARENT & CONSISTENT COMMUNICATION)
Robin Poole moved to Appoint Chris Butler to the Downtown Park Conservancy Board of Directors; seconded by Brian Stubbs.
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
37. 016-2026 – MOTION GRANTING CLOVIS SIGN SERVICES’ APPEAL AND REVERSING THE BUILDING OFFICIAL’S DENIAL OF A SIGN PERMIT FOR LOT 1A, BLOCK 61, BELMONT ADDITION, SECTION 10, CITY AND COUNTY OF MIDLAND, TEXAS (GENERALLY LOCATED AT THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF THE INTERSECTION OF RANKIN HIGHWAY AND CRUMP STREET) (DISTRICT: 2) (DEVELOPMENT SERVICES) (QUALITY OF LIFE AND PLACE)
Planning Manager Landon Ochoa gave a brief overview of the item noting this item and the next three items are sign appeal requests to replace existing signage. The allowed square footage by the code is 400 square feet. The existing signage is 608 square feet; they are requesting 613 square feet.
Mr. Ochoa reported that the statement in the memo for staff to take no action was a mistake. Approval is recommended.
Robin Poole moved to Approve; seconded by Brian Stubbs.
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
38. 017-2026 – MOTION GRANTING CLOVIS SIGN SERVICES’ APPEAL AND REVERSING THE BUILDING OFFICIAL’S DENIAL OF A SIGN PERMIT FOR LOT 1, BLOCK 1, FAIRWAY PARK ADDITION, CITY AND COUNTY OF MIDLAND, TEXAS (GENERALLY LOCATED AT THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF THE INTERSECTION OF NORTH BIG SPRING STREET AND EAST LOOP 250 NORTH) (DISTRICT: 2) (DEVELOPMENT SERVICES) (QUALITY OF LIFE AND PLACE)
Planning Manager Landon Ochoa showed pictures of the signs. The request is for four signs; however, they are allowed three.
Emilee New, Clovis Sign Service, New Mexico, reported that 7-11 incorporated purchased the properties with the signage already in place. They would like to add the new signs in their place. The subway sign is already in place.
Ms. New also explained the reasoning behind amending the height limit and the name changes. If not approved, they can make it work.
Brian Stubbs moved to Approve the variances as requested with an amendment to keep the height limit to three feet; seconded by John Burkholder.
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
39. 018-2026 – MOTION GRANTING CLOVIS SIGN SERVICES’ APPEAL AND REVERSING THE BUILDING OFFICIAL’S DENIAL OF A SIGN PERMIT FOR LOT 6, BLOCK 2, WEST 191 INDUSTRIAL PARK, SECTION 3, CITY AND COUNTY OF MIDLAND, TEXAS (GENERALLY LOCATED AT THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF THE INTERSECTION OF STATE HIGHWAY 191 AND NORTH FM 1788) (DISTRICT: 4) (DEVELOPMENT SERVICES) (QUALITY OF LIFE AND PLACE)
John Burkholder moved to Approve; seconded by Robin Poole.
The motion Passed by the following vote:
AYE: John Burkholder, Amy Stretcher Burkes, Robin Poole, Lori Blong, Brian Stubbs, John Norman
NAY: None
ABSTAIN: Jack Ladd
ABSENT: None
40. 019-2026 – MOTION GRANTING CLOVIS SIGN SERVICES’ APPEAL AND REVERSING THE BUILDING OFFICIAL’S DENIAL OF A SIGN PERMIT FOR LOT 1, BLOCK 1, GARDEN TWENTY ADDITION, CITY AND COUNTY OF MIDLAND, TEXAS (GENERALLY LOCATED ON THE SOUTH SIDE OF EAST STATE HIGHWAY 158, APPROXIMATELY 200 FEET EAST OF EAST INTERSTATE 20) (DISTRICT: 2) (DEVELOPMENT SERVICES) (QUALITY OF LIFE AND PLACE)
Planning Manager Landon Ochoa reported this item is requesting an additional sign. Robin Poole moved to Approve; 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
PUBLIC COMMENT
41. Receive public comments where individuals may address the City Council on City related issues and projects not on the present agenda. Any deliberation of or decision by the City Council regarding the item being discussed shall be limited to a motion to place the item on the agenda for a subsequent meeting. (Please limit comments to three minutes or less.)
Judd Campbell reported he asked for an update regarding the Omni Hotel and would still like to have it placed on the agenda so the public has the opportunity to ask questions.
Mayor Blong reported a request has been made to the representatives of the Omni Hotel to speak at a future Midland Development Corporation (MDC) meeting.
Eliel Rosa, 3603 Humble Avenue, spoke about AI and how it will take over jobs. Mr. Rosa reported there is a Midland of Tomorrow project to prepare for this movement.
Robin Campbell read an El Paso article from July 2024 regarding an audit, it’s findings and transparency.
Mayor Blong reported there is a finance committee that meets regularly.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
Mayor Blong recessed the City Council meeting to go into Executive Session at 12:06 p.m.
42. Pursuant to Texas Government Code § 551.101, the City Council will hold an Executive Session, which is closed to the public, to discuss the following matters as permitted under the following sections of the Texas Government Code:
42.aSection 551.071, Consultation with Attorney
Discuss matters in which the duty of the attorney(s) to the governmental body under the Texas Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct of the State Bar of Texas clearly conflicts with Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code.
Discuss pending or contemplated litigation.
42.bSection 551.072, Deliberation Regarding Real Property
Discuss the purchase, exchange, lease, or value of real property.
42.c Section 551.074, Personnel Matters
Deliberate the employment, evaluation, and duties of the City Manager, City Attorney, City Secretary, Municipal Court Presiding Judge, and Municipal Court Associate Judge.
42.d Section 551.087, Deliberation Regarding Economic Development Negotiations
Discuss business prospects that the City seeks to have locate, stay, or expand in or near the City of Midland, Texas, and discuss possible incentives.
All the business at hand having been completed, the meeting adjourned at 1:53 p.m. PASSED AND APPROVED March 24, 2026.
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