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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Midland public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Permian Basin Specialty Care Center
Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center presented on a specialty care center planned for Midland. The project could expand access to specialized medical services for residents across the Permian Basin.
MDD Hangar Infrastructure Project at the airport
The council approved $8.4 million to prep land for new hangars at Midland Air Park, funded entirely by airport revenues and repaid through leases. Staff defended Air Park investment, citing $40 million spent there over two years.
Aerospace Corridor Development
Midland is teaming up with El Paso County to plan and grow the regional aerospace sector using state grant funds. This partnership aims to attract high-tech jobs and research opportunities to West Texas.
Westridge Village Site Plan Review
New commercial projects in the Westridge Village planned development are bringing new businesses like a drive-thru restaurant and veterinary clinic while requiring careful coordination of private access drives, internal traffic flow, and mandatory roadway medians along Thomason Drive.
Hotel Development in Original Town Addition
Get ready for a new hotel downtown! The City Council just approved the Hotel Santa Rita project, and it's expected to bring a lot of positive energy and business to the area.