Odessa residents’ disdain for their local city council has reached new heights as efforts to legally remove a city councilmember from office are in the works.
Lauren Melear
Gun Owners of America Visits the Permian Basin
GOA’s Chairman and chief lobbyist make their way to Midland and Odessa to discuss current issues involving Second Amendment rights and how to you can get involved.
Ector County ISD Announces $291 Million Bond and Tax Increase Election
After four other government entities proposed property tax hikes, Ector County ISD joined in. Trustees have officially called for a November bond in the amount of $291 million, along with a tax increase election.
Midland City Council Seeks More Community Involvement
Midland City Councilmembers schedule an evening tax hearing in hopes of encouraging community participation.
County Commissioners Continue to Grow Coffers at Property Owners Expense
Midland County Commissioners propose a 9 percent tax hike on local property owners despite growing sales tax receipts and a bloated reserve fund.
Kevin Sparks: Fueling Liberty
Never ceasing to put words into actions, Kevin Sparks shines a light of what it means to take ownership of one’s community and that fiscal responsibility isn’t just something that affects your tax bill.
Public Hearings for Midland Tax Hike Underway
Beginning August 15, Midland City Council will hold a series of public hearings over the proposed property tax hike. Also on the agenda is a $100MM road bond slated for the November ballot.
Could a 4B Loss be a Win for Midland Roads?
Midland City Council will vote Tuesday to place a $100MM road bond on November’s ballot, but could a failed 4B election provide an alternative funding option for the city’s decaying roads?
Ector County Sales Tax Slated for November Ballot
In an effort to stabilize property taxes and address infrastructure and safety needs, Ector County Commissioners have voted to place a new sales tax district on November’s ballot.
Midland ISD Job Posting Raises Question about Priorities
Despite financial struggles, Midland ISD places a high priority, and hefty price tag, on hiring a new communications professional – a symptom of a much larger debate occurring at the state level.