Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Midland public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
17 issues in general with medium priority
Board Vacancies
Midland is looking for locals to step up and fill open spots on key boards like the Planning & Zoning Commission and the Midland Development Corporation. If you want a direct say in how the city grows, applications are open until October 16.
Wayfinding Signs
Midland is putting up 49 new signs to help everyone easily find local museums, parking, and downtown spots. The best part? It's totally paid for by hotel taxes and partners, so it won't cost local property owners a dime.
Judicial Suspension
Midland County Judge Terry Johnson is off the clock with pay after being indicted for allegedly leaking private info online. The county is now scrambling to find a temporary replacement to keep the courts running smoothly.
Cemetery Management
Midland families are rightfully upset after city crews discovered human remains in plots that were supposed to be vacant. It’s a massive administrative failure that proves the city’s burial record-keeping is completely broken.
Citizens Collection Station Opening
Midland officially opened its new Citizens Collection Station at 6400 West Highway 80, giving residents a dedicated site for waste disposal and recycling services. The new facility aims to improve local sanitation options and manage community waste more efficiently.
Utility Fee Protest
Midland residents are pushing back against a new city drainage fee. Get ready for some loud meetings as people voice their concerns!
City Hall closure
City Hall in Midland had to close its doors for a few hours this morning due to a suspicious package. Thankfully, it turned out to be nothing, and operations are back to normal, but it caused a brief scare and delay.
AI regulation
Midland's diving into how to manage the city's use of AI. They're setting up guidelines now to make sure smart tech is used responsibly as it becomes more common.
City Council Assembly for Bible Study
Want to speak at a Midland City Council meeting? They're reminding folks about the rules for public comment. Make sure you're up to speed so your voice can be heard!
Sale of Midland Altitude Chamber Complex
Midland's city government is buying the Vaughn building again. It's unclear what the city plans to do with the property this time around, but it's a significant move for the city.
Public Meeting Security
Midland is stepping up security at city council meetings. This means changes are coming to how meetings are run to ensure safety for everyone involved.
Internet Outage
Midland's city internet is currently out, causing disruptions to various city services. You might want to double-check if your planned city business is impacted before making a trip.
City Manager Contract Termination
Pecos City just fired their city manager, who used to work for Midland. This raises questions about how this will affect the relationship between the two cities.
Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Audit Report
Tired of wondering what's going on with all those construction projects? Midland's launched a new online tool that puts all the city's projects and their progress right at your fingertips. Now you can easily track what's being built and how it's moving along.
Scam Alert
Watch out for fake emails hitting your inbox! The City of Midland is sounding the alarm about scams impersonating city officials and asking for invoice payments. Don't click or pay anything from these suspicious messages.
Pet Licensing
Midland and Odessa pet owners, listen up! You have until the end of the year to get your pets licensed. Don't get caught with a fine – get those tags sorted!
New City Manager
Heads up, Midland! The new city manager is hosting a meet and greet. It's your chance to shake hands and get a feel for the person now in charge of running things at City Hall.