The Midland City Council meeting on June 10, 2025, addressed several significant issues, including financial accountability for enterprise funds and public concerns regarding animal welfare practices.

A key discussion centered on the financial management of enterprise funds, with council members emphasizing the importance of avoiding taxpayer subsidies for these funds. The council expressed gratitude for the progress made in aligning user rates with operational costs, aiming to eliminate the need for taxpayer support. A request was made for a five-year forecast and health report on these funds to ensure continued transparency and accountability.

The meeting also included the reappointment of members to the Midland Spaceport Development Corporation. Council members noted the importance of community involvement in local governance, highlighting that there were five slots available for reappointment but no new applicants had come forward. Efforts to promote the application process through various channels, including social media and community newsletters, were discussed to encourage broader participation.

Public comments during the meeting raised serious concerns about animal welfare at the Midland Animal Shelter. Mandy Stearns, a local resident, reported allegations of inhumane euthanasia practices, claiming that staff were instructed to use cruel methods that caused unnecessary suffering to animals. She urged the council to take immediate corrective action and hold those responsible accountable.

Another resident, Andrew Stearns, accused council members of violating the Texas Open Meetings Act by failing to provide proper notice for a meeting with Governor Greg Abbott, which included a quorum of the council. He called for greater transparency and adherence to legal requirements to restore public trust in local governance.

The meeting concluded with a commitment to address these pressing issues, emphasizing the council's responsibility to uphold ethical standards and engage the community in decision-making processes.