What to watch: The Midland County Commissioners Court will meet Tuesday, Dec. 16, to consider expanding the Sheriff’s Office’s use of Flock license-plate cameras, restricting parking along a stretch of West County Road 120 near Midkiff Road, adjusting pay for an Emergency Management investigator tied to disaster response, and adopting the county’s updated Hazard Mitigation Action Plan.

Key points:

  • Sheriff’s Office cameras: Commissioners will consider purchasing additional Flock Safety cameras for the Midland County Sheriff’s Office. These cameras capture license plate numbers and vehicle characteristics, which deputies use to investigate crimes, locate stolen vehicles, and track suspects after incidents.

  • West County Road 120: The court will hold a public hearing and vote on installing “No Parking” signs along West CR 120 between South CR 1232 (Antelope Trail) and South CR 1210 (Midkiff Road). The county previously enacted a similar restriction on CR 90 after safety concerns tied to food trucks and vendors parking along the shoulder, creating congestion and visibility issues.

  • Emergency Management: Commissioners will discuss and take action to adjust the salary for an investigator position within Emergency Management. The position likely handles disaster documentation and compliance required to secure state and federal emergency-response and reimbursement funding.

  • Hazard Mitigation: The court will consider adopting a resolution approving the county’s Hazard Mitigation Action Plan. The plan identifies local risks such as severe weather, flooding, and infrastructure failures and outlines steps the county can take to reduce damage before disasters occur. Approval is likely required for Midland County to remain eligible for state and federal hazard-mitigation grants.