Mayor· 2026-2030
Lori Blong
Midland
About
Mayor Lori Blong's campaign focused on re-election and key issues facing Midland. A notable platform point was her push, alongside Rep. Pfluger, to protect the city's mineral rights. The articles indicate a strong focus on her re-election bid and her position as mayor.
Campaign promises (1)
- developmentPush to protect Midland's mineral rights.Related votes
Voice
- Meetings spoken in
- 19
- Total speaking time
- 6:40:02
- Avg per meeting
- 21:03
- Segments
- 9477
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Top issues during term (20)(General)
Commercial and Residential Development
Impact fees will be assessed during final platting and collected at the building permit stage.
Infrastructure and Highway Economics
The board will consider a $10,000 funding agreement for the highway report.
Residential Development Expansion
Developers bear the cost of required street, water, sewer and sidewalk improvements; Mockingbird Ridge's developer still owes a share of Fairgrounds and Todd Drive construction.
Flock Safety Contract Termination
Terminated at no cost to the city within the allowable 60-day notice window.
Spaceport Infrastructure Development
The financial scope of the reported space activities was not disclosed.
Oil and Gas Regulatory Oversight
The committee's oversight helps mitigate potential costs associated with infrastructure damage from heavy industrial traffic.
board vacancies
While board members are volunteers, the decisions they make directly shape millions in local development funds and property values.
Utility Agreements and Tariffs
This will determine the natural gas rates for residents in the coming year.
Cybersecurity Enhancements
The city is seeking over $175,000 in grant funds, with a local match of approximately $40,000.
Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs)
Zoning changes can influence property values and future development potential.
AST & Science Facility Expansion
Involves multi-million dollar capital and incentive commitments from the Midland Development Corporation operating budget.
Property Maintenance Standards
The proposed ordinances included potential fines of up to $500 and $2,000 for violations.
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Citizens Collection Station Opening
Details regarding capital construction and operational costs were not discussed during this ceremonial event.
Sale of Midland Altitude Chamber Complex
The sale of the complex could result in a one-time revenue gain for the MDC.
City Hall closure
No major financial impact, just a few hours of lost productivity.
AI regulation
This could mean smarter spending on city tech down the line, but setting it up might cost a bit upfront.
wayfinding signs
Your property taxes won't go up because visitors and hotel guests are footing the entire bill.
drainage fee
Developers are required to fund retention and detention basins to mitigate runoff.
city manager contract termination
Significant expenditures for IT services, equipment, and emergency repairs.
Decisions during term (31)
Recorded while Blong was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.
10804 - AN ORDINANCE GRANTING A SPECIAL EXCEPTION FOR LOT 1, BLOCK 4, PLAT OF BLOCKS 1, 2, 3, & 4, BERKSHIRE PLACE, CITY AND COUNTY OF MIDLAND, TEXAS (GENERALLY LOCATED AT THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF THE INTERSECTION OF SINCLAIR AVENUE AND…
10805 - AN ORDINANCE GRANTING A SPECIAL EXCEPTION FOR LOT 2, BLOCK 41, PERMIAN ESTATES, CITY AND COUNTY OF MIDLAND, TEXAS (GENERALLY LOCATED ON THE SOUTH SIDE OF RUBY DRIVE, APPROXIMATELY 75 FEET WEST OF RAYMOND ROAD), BY PERMITTING (1) A…
10806 - AN ORDINANCE GRANTING A SPECIAL EXCEPTION FOR A 1.812-ACRE TRACT OF LAND OUT OF SECTION 32, BLOCK 38, T-1-S, T&P RR CO. SURVEY, CITY AND COUNTY OF MIDLAND, TEXAS (GENERALLY LOCATED ON THE EAST SIDE OF TODD DRIVE, APPROXIMATELY…
10807 - AN ORDINANCE GRANTING A SPECIAL EXCEPTION FOR LOT 1, BLOCK 4, SHEELER ADDITION, CITY AND COUNTY OF MIDLAND, TEXAS (GENERALLY LOCATED AT THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF THE INTERSECTION OF WEST GRIFFIN AVENUE AND FISHER STREET), BY…
10795 - AN ORDINANCE GRANTING A SPECIAL EXCEPTION FOR LOT 14, BLOCK 15, GRASSLAND ESTATES, SECTION 10, CITY AND COUNTY OF MIDLAND, TEXAS (GENERALLY LOCATED ON THE NORTHEAST SIDE OF THE EASTERN TERMINUS OF HATHAWAY COURT), BY PERMITTING A…
10805 - AN ORDINANCE GRANTING A SPECIAL EXCEPTION FOR LOT 2, BLOCK 41, PERMIAN ESTATES, CITY AND COUNTY OF MIDLAND, TEXAS (GENERALLY LOCATED ON THE SOUTH SIDE OF RUBY DRIVE, APPROXIMATELY 75 FEET WEST OF RAYMOND ROAD), BY PERMITTING (1) A…
10806 - AN ORDINANCE GRANTING A SPECIAL EXCEPTION FOR A 1.812-ACRE TRACT OF LAND OUT OF SECTION 32, BLOCK 38, T-1-S, T&P RR CO. SURVEY, CITY AND COUNTY OF MIDLAND, TEXAS (GENERALLY LOCATED ON THE EAST SIDE OF TODD DRIVE, APPROXIMATELY…
10807 - AN ORDINANCE GRANTING A SPECIAL EXCEPTION FOR LOT 1, BLOCK 4, SHEELER ADDITION, CITY AND COUNTY OF MIDLAND, TEXAS (GENERALLY LOCATED AT THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF THE INTERSECTION OF WEST GRIFFIN AVENUE AND FISHER STREET), BY…
10808 - AN ORDINANCE GRANTING A SPECIAL EXCEPTION FOR LOTS 1, 2, 15, AND 16, BLOCK 5, EASTOVER THIRD EXTENSION, CITY AND COUNTY OF MIDLAND, TEXAS (GENERALLY LOCATED AT THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF THE INTERSECTION OF EAST ILLINOIS AVENUE AND…
2026-111 - RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE PURCHASE OF VARIOUS VEHICLES FOR THE GENERAL SERVICES DEPARTMENT FOR A TOTAL COST OF $196,979.40; AND AUTHORIZING PAYMENT (DISTRICT: NONE) (GENERAL SERVICES) (PROVIDE SOUND GOVERNANCE & FISCAL…
2026-067 - RESOLUTION APPROVING THE PURCHASE OF A FLATBED TRAILER FROM BRUCKNER’S TRUCK & EQUIPMENT THROUGH CHOICE PARTNERS FOR A TOTAL COST OF $131,379.00 FOR THE GARAGE DIVISION; AND AUTHORIZING PAYMENT (DISTRICT: NONE) (GENERAL…
10755 - AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE ZONING DISTRICT MAP OF THE CITY OF MIDLAND TO GRANT A SPECIFIC USE DESIGNATION WITH TERM FOR THE SOUTH 100 FEET OF LOT 4, BLOCK 17, HALEY HEIGHTS ADDITION, CITY AND COUNTY OF MIDLAND, TEXAS (GENERALLY…
2026-052 - RESOLUTION APPROVING THE PURCHASE OF FIRE HYDRANTS OF VARIOUS SIZES AND IN ASSORTED QUANTITIES FROM PREMIER WATERWORKS, INC. FOR A TOTAL COST OF $173,804.00; AND AUTHORIZING PAYMENT (DISTRICT: NONE) (GENERAL SERVICES)…
2026-054 - RESOLUTION APPROVING THE PURCHASE OF SIX REFUSE TRUCKS FROM BDR PREFERRED HOLDINGS, LLC D/B/A ROBERTS TRUCK CENTER THROUGH SOURCEWELL AT A TOTAL COST OF $1,867,442.26; AND AUTHORIZING PAYMENT (DISTRICT: NONE) (GENERAL SERVICES)…
2026-055 - RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE PURCHASE OF VARIOUS VEHICLES FOR THE GENERAL SERVICES DEPARTMENT FOR A TOTAL COST OF $1,733,792.14; AND AUTHORIZING PAYMENT (DISTRICT: NONE) (GENERAL SERVICES) (PROVIDE SOUND GOVERNANCE & FISCAL…
2026-058 - RESOLUTION REJECTING THE SOLE PROPOSAL RECEIVED FOR THE LOOP 250 NORTH AND BIG SPRING STREET DRAINAGE ENHANCEMENTS PROJECT FOR THE UTILITIES DEPARTMENT (DISTRICT: NONE) (GENERAL SERVICES) (PROVIDE SOUND GOVERNANCE & FISCAL…
10747 - AN ORDINANCE GRANTING A SPECIAL EXCEPTION FOR LOT 5 AND THE WEST 36 FEET OF LOT 6, BLOCK 2, THE BEDFORD PLACE, CITY AND COUNTY OF MIDLAND, TEXAS (GENERALLY LOCATED AT THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF THE INTERSECTION OF NORTH H STREET AND…
10762 - AN ORDINANCE GRANTING A SPECIAL EXCEPTION FOR THE WEST 23.2 FEET OF LOT 5 AND THE EAST 87.6 FEET OF LOT 6, BLOCK 6, MA MAR TERRACE, SECTION 2, CITY AND COUNTY OF MIDLAND, TEXAS (GENERALLY LOCATED NORTHWEST OF THE INTERSECTION OF…
2026-048 - RESOLUTION AWARDING A CONTRACT TO SCOTT THANE DITCHING SERVICE, LTD. FOR THE I-20 WATER MAIN RE-ROUTE PROJECT FOR A COST OF $709,370.93; APPROVING $141,874.19 IN CONTINGENCIES; AND AUTHORIZING PAYMENT (DISTRICT: 2) (GENERAL…
2026-050 - RESOLUTION AWARDING A CONTRACT FOR THE BENTON SIDEWALK PROJECT TO FANAR 1 ENTERPRISE, LLC OF SPRING, TEXAS, AT A TOTAL COST OF $84,450.00; APPROVING $16,890.00 FOR CONTINGENCIES; AND AUTHORIZING PAYMENT (DISTRICT: 2) (GENERAL…
Voting record (0)(General)
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