What to watch: The Midland County Commissioners Court will meet on June 17 at 9 a.m.

Why it matters: The court will vote on advancing a proposed county-owned golf course and splitting a voting precinct to accommodate population growth.

Key points:

  • Golf course design: Commissioners will vote on selecting a design firm for a potential new golf course on a 234-acre site in eastern Midland County, which will also house the future county jail and water treatment plant. A feasibility study earlier this year found strong demand for new golf facilities following multiple course closures in the area and estimated construction costs between $12 million and $20 million, depending on the final layout.

  • Precinct 211 split: The court will consider splitting Precinct 211 along Fairgrounds Road to accommodate population growth. The split ensures compliance with Texas Election Code §42.006, which requires that county election precincts contain between 100 and 5,000 registered voters.

  • Safe Streets for All grant: Commissioners will vote on incorporating the Permian Basin Safe Streets for All Comprehensive Safety Action Plan into the county’s transportation strategy. Backed by a $600,000 federal grant, the plan aims to reduce high traffic crash and fatality rates across the region by prioritizing safety infrastructure improvements.