What happened: The Midland County Utility District (MCUD) Board of Directors met July 17 and approved several contract amendments, vendor terminations, and a new agreement with Midland County over water rights.

Why it matters: The board is shifting strategy after its May bond election defeat—canceling outdated contracts, refining project scope, and discussing future bond planning. These moves aim to streamline development and improve communication with stakeholders.

Editor’s note: MCUD is a separate taxing entity from the Midland County government.

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  • Water rights: The board approved entering an interlocal agreement with Midland County for the use of Roark Ranch water rights. Interim General Manager Rodney Rhoades was authorized to negotiate and sign related documents.

  • Vendor terminations: The board voted to terminate all agreements with Permian Basin Water, Paleo Water, and Park Water. Formal 30-day notices will be issued.

  • Parkhill contract: The contract removed Task Orders 1–5 from the Master Services Agreement, totaling $1.75 million. It also approved $895,000 to complete engineering on the water treatment facility and added $375,000 for design and permitting of the Greenwood ISD water transmission line.

  • Wellhead infrastructure: The board approved a $4.37 million amendment with Garney Construction for covering wellhead piping and collection lines.

  • Tax and budget: The board adopted the 2025 planning calendar for tax rate setting and budget adoption.

  • Future bond: The board held early discussions on the timing, project priorities, and communication strategy for a future bond proposal. No action was taken.

  • General management: Interim GM Rodney Rhoades and staff provided an operations and communications update.