The Midland City Council made significant strides in urban development during its meeting on May 27, 2025, with a series of unanimous votes on multiple zoning changes aimed at reshaping the city's landscape.

Key among the decisions was the approval of an ordinance to rezone several properties, including a notable shift from a commercial district to a single-family dwelling district. This change affects Lot 1 and Lot 28 in the Greenwood Addition, located at the intersection of East New York Avenue and South Stonewall Street. The council emphasized the importance of these changes in promoting residential growth in the area.

Another major zoning amendment involved a 16.508-acre tract transitioning from an Agricultural Estate District to a Single Family Dwelling District, located on the east side of Todd Drive. This move is expected to facilitate more housing options in the rapidly growing region.

The council also approved the rezoning of a property from a multiple-family dwelling district to a two-family dwelling duplex district, further diversifying housing types available in Midland. This property is situated at the northeast corner of East Montgomery Avenue and South Fort Worth Street.

In addition to residential zoning, the council addressed commercial needs by approving a rezone from a planned development district to a commercial district for a property at the intersection of Thompson Drive and South Loop 250 West. This change is anticipated to enhance local business opportunities.

The meeting also included discussions on the annexation of a 0.4282-acre tract of land, which will allow the city to maintain new traffic signals funded by the county. This partnership is seen as a vital step in improving infrastructure and public safety at the intersection of South County Road 1232 and West County Road 120.

Overall, the council's decisions reflect a proactive approach to urban planning, aiming to accommodate Midland's growth while enhancing community living standards. The unanimous votes signal strong support among council members for these initiatives, which are expected to have lasting impacts on the city's development trajectory.