January 20, 2006

JANUARY 24th CITY COUNCIL MEETING

During a 9:00 a.m. briefing session, the City Council will discuss the future development of Holiday Hill Road.  Recently, the Texas Transportation Commission approved $10 million in Category 12 funding for the 349 Reliever Route Project.  This additional funding to the project has made it possible for the TxDOT Odessa District to re-allocate $3 million of Category 11 funding in order that the tow projects may be built simultaneously.  Discussion will include: history of the project, funding sources available, options for alignment and projected costs, and projected development schedule.  Media Contact: Chuck Swallow/Director of Development Services at 685.7288

At the beginning of the regular meeting at 10:00 a.m., a proclamation will be read regarding Heart of Texas Women Health Week.  Women from Midland will show up wearing red in support of women’s health.  The Midland Health Department will hold a clinic for women that will include screenings for blood pressure, cholesterol, etc.  The event will take place on February 2 & 3.  Appointments are encouraged.  Media Contact: Sal Garcia/Health & Senior Services Administrator at 681.7645

The City Council will consider approving application for a grant from the Texas Parks & Wildlife.  The grant, in the amount of $8,764, will be used in a partnership between the City, MISD, and the Sibley Nature Center for a Community Outdoor Outreach Program.  Students will be taught about nature, plants and wildlife in our region, and learn about the history of early settlers.  Media Contact: Monette Burke/Director of Community Services at 685.7354

The City Council will consider approving plans and specs and authorize advertisement for bids to purchase an Advanced Transportation Management System.  The system will provide the ability to connect traffic signal controllers and school flashers to an intelligent network for enhanced data collection and analysis and more efficient timing of traffic signals.  It will assist City staff in managing traffic patterns.  Media Contact: Gary Saunders/Transportation Manager at 685.7280

The City Council will consider refinancing the debt for the Terminal Building at Midland International Airport.  The move will save $100,000 a year in interest costs.  In addition, they will consider advance refunding of the Scharbauer Sports Complex bonds.  This will allow the City to pay off the complex in 2022 vs. 2030 with an interest savings of $11 million.  Media Contact: Bob McNaughton/Director of Finance at 685.7210

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