January 24, 2006

JANUARY 24th CITY COUNCIL MEETING

DISCUSSED: During a 9:00 a.m. briefing session, the City Council discussed 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 two projects may be built simultaneously. Discussion included: 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

A proclamation was read regarding Heart of Texas Women Health Week.  The Midland Health Department will hold a clinic for women that will include screenings for blood pressure, cholesterol, etc.  The event is free and is open to all Midland women age 20 and over. Please call at 681-7613 for an appointment on February 2nd 1:00 pm – 7:00 pm, February 3rd 9:00 am- 4:00 pm (a limited number of appointments will be available). Appointments are encouraged.  Media Contact: Sal Garcia/Health & Senior Services Administrator at 681.7645

APPROVED: 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

APPROVED: The City Council approved refinancing the debt for the Terminal Building at Midland International Airport.  The move will save $100,000 a year in interest costs with a lowered interest rate of 4.03% vs. 5.35-5.9%.  In addition, advance refunding of the Scharbauer Sports Complex bonds will allow the City to pay off the complex in 2022 vs. 2030 with an interest savings of $11 million.  Interest rates dropped from 5.45-6.1% to 4.1%.  Media Contact: Bob McNaughton/Director of Finance at 685.7210

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